Jackson Academy’s Star Defensive Tackle: Dereon Albert

Dereon Albert is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Jackson Academy. Albert is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 60 Defensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Albert is listed as a top 15 recruit in the state of Mississippi and is listed as the #3 Defensive Tackle in the state of Mississippi. He holds offers from schools such as LSU, Texas A&M and Tennessee.

Who are some role models in your life?

My grandfather

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Rod Wave

What are the strengths of your game?

My speed for my size

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Hearing my name called during the game my freshman year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve played with in my opinion is Jahkeem Stewart, during the UA Futures All American Game.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Keep going, work hard and stay humble

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 9 years old when I fell in love.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Aaron Donald, Cameron Jordan and JJ Watt

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Seeing the Rams win the Super Bowl.