Skip to main content
Sunday, November 1, 2026Nov 1
Subscribe
All Sections
Search
More

This story is exclusive to subscribers.

McCallie’s expectations remain high despite significant changes

Staff file photo by Olivia Ross / McCallie junior receiver Keeyshawn Tabuteau, right, who has multiple offers from SEC programs, brings elite speed to the offense.
Staff file photo by Olivia Ross / McCallie junior receiver Keeyshawn Tabuteau, right, who has multiple offers from SEC programs, brings elite speed to the offense. Staff file photo by Olivia Ross / McCallie junior receiver Keeyshawn Tabuteau, right, who has multiple offers from SEC programs, brings elite speed to the offense.

By Stephen Hargis 3 min read

McCALLIE BLUE TORNADO

Head coach: Joel Bradford (first year here and overall)

Returning starters: 5 offensive; 6 defensive

Last year’s record: 12-1, won TSSAA Division II-AAA championship

Key players: Elliott Drapeau (6-5, 205) Jr. QB, Keylan Syam (5-10, 205) Sr. RB, Ryan Larrabee (6-0, 205) Sr. TE, Keeyshawn Tabuteau (6-1, 180) Jr. WR, Carson Lawrence (6-3, 195) Sr. WR/DB, Bear Cortes (6-2, 215) Sr. MLB, Philippe Robert (6-1, 225) Sr. LB, Sean Couvertiere (6-0, 185) Sr. WR/DB, De’Shaun Tipton (5-11, 160) Jr. CB, Chas Smith (6-2, 180) Jr. CB, Tramauri Watkins (6-3, 245) Sr. OL, Jaden Hudgins (6-2, 235) Jr. OL/NG.