The Top Sophomore Tight End In Georgia: Xevien Brinson
Xevien Brinson is a 4 Star recruit who plays Tight End at Arabia Mountain High School. Brinson is ranked as the 66th best recruit in the class of 2028 and is ranked as the #2 Tight End in the class as well. In addition, Brinson is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Georgia and is listed as the #1 Tight End in the state of Georgia. He holds offers from schools such as LSU, Ole Miss and Florida State.
Who are some role models in your life?
Definitely my parents—they’ve held me down from the start. And also Kobe Bryant. His mindset and discipline, that “Mamba Mentality,” is something I try to carry with me every day.
What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I keep it real with my playlist—YB, Gunna, Lil Baby, a few BabyDrill tracks, and some songs by Lil Rae and Lil Drebo. That energy gets me ready to go dominate. But I can also switch it up for other sports like basketball and throw on Summer Walker, Hunxho, or Mariah the Scientist.
What are the strengths of your game?
I’m 6’5.5″, 240 pounds, and I bring a rare kind of versatility. I can play both sides of the ball, help out with kicking, and I’m a three-sport athlete—track, basketball, and football. I’ve got hands, athleticism, physicality, and I move like a smaller guy in a big frame. I do whatever my team needs to win.
What is your favorite memory of your career?
I’ve got a few, but getting my first D1 offer is definitely top 3. I’ve been overlooked most of my life, so that moment showed me I was finally being seen for what I bring to the table.
Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
My 13U RDDC squad was filled with top athletes from all over the country—every practice felt like a showcase. But my biggest competition has always been myself. I hold myself to a high standard and constantly push to level up.
What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Stay focused and bet on yourself. Control what you can. Stay consistent, stay coachable, and don’t wait to be seen—make your name known through your work. The rankings, hype, and attention will come if your grind is real.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Dubai
How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I put on a helmet when I was 7, but I didn’t really fall in love with the game until I was about 10. That’s when I realized this wasn’t just something I liked—it was something I was built for.
If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
Kobe Bryant. His approach to greatness was different—all about the details, the mindset, the grind. I would’ve loved to learn from him.
What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
Any time the Saints or LSU get counted out and still come out on top—those are the moments that hit the most. I rep my home state heavy, and seeing my teams prove the doubters wrong? That’s motivation.
