Under Armour All-America Game 2026: Team Roses Dominates with 23-9 Victory Over Team Pearls

Team Roses Dominates Team Pearls 23-9 in Rain-Soaked 2026 Under Armour Next All-America Game.

In a game defined by slippery conditions, stout defense, and second-half fireworks, Team Roses defeated Team Pearls 23-9 in the 18th annual Under Armour Next All-America Football Game on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand, Florida.The showcase featured more than 100 of the nation’s premier high school football prospects from the classes of 2026 and 2027, many of whom are already committed to powerhouse college programs. Despite persistent rain that made the field treacherous and limited explosive plays early on, the game delivered several highlight-reel moments and confirmed the elite talent on display.First Half: A Defensive BattleTeam Pearls jumped out to an early lead behind the arm of highly touted 2027 quarterback Jayce Johnson (Texas A&M commit). Johnson found wide receiver Tyren Hornes (UCF signee, Class of 2026) for a perfectly placed 24-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter, giving Pearls a 6-0 advantage after the extra point was missed.Pearls extended the lead to 9-6 late in the second quarter with a field goal, capitalizing on strong field position created by their defense. Team Roses managed only a field goal of their own in the opening half, as both offenses struggled with wet footballs and sure tackling.At halftime, the score stood 9-6 in favor of Team Pearls, setting the stage for a dramatic second-half turnaround.Second Half: Team Roses ExplodesTeam Roses came out of the locker room with renewed energy and quickly seized control.Quarterback Peyton Houston (LSU commit, Class of 2027) orchestrated the comeback, first connecting with wide receiver Zion White (uncommitted, 2027) on a 23-yard touchdown strike to give Roses their first lead at 13-9.Houston wasn’t done. On the following drive, he showcased his dual-threat ability by scrambling for a 4-yard touchdown run, extending the lead to 20-9.Later, wide receiver Easton Royal (Texas commit, Class of 2027) turned a simple end-around into an electric two-point conversion, making it 22-9 and energizing the Roses sideline.The game’s defining moment came in the fourth quarter when quarterback Teddy Gerard (Notre Dame signee, Class of 2026) launched a deep ball to Royal. Despite tight coverage, Royal soared and made a jaw-dropping one-handed 42-yard touchdown catch, pushing the final score to 23-9 after the extra point.MVP: Easton RoyalEaston Royal, the five-star wide receiver headed to the University of Texas, was unanimously named game MVP. His performance included multiple receptions, a two-point conversion run, and the spectacular one-handed grab that went viral within minutes of the play.In a post-game interview, the confident Royal didn’t hold back:
“I came here to prove I’m the best receiver in the country — period. I’m the best in the nation.”His bold statement only added to the buzz surrounding one of the top prospects in the 2027 class.Other Standout Performances

• Cincere Johnson (LB, Ohio State signee, Class of 2026): Led all defenders with 9 tackles and a tackle for loss, anchoring a Roses defense that shut out Pearls in the second half.
• Lamar Brown (DL, LSU commit, 2026) and Joey O’Brien (DL, Notre Dame commit, 2026): Combined for multiple pressures and disrupted Pearls’ rhythm.
• Peyton Houston: Finished with two total touchdowns (one passing, one rushing) and showed poise under pressure.
• Jayce Johnson: Despite the loss, flashed elite arm talent and mobility for Team Pearls.

Game Notes

• The persistent rain impacted passing accuracy and led to several dropped balls and fumbles, but both teams adapted well.
• The Under Armour Next All-America Game continues to serve as the premier stage for underclassmen talent, often featuring future first-round NFL draft picks.
• Highlights and full game replay are available on ESPN platforms and Under Armour’s official channels.

With the 2026 All-America cycle now in full swing — following closely on the heels of this game and ahead of next week’s Navy All-American Bowl — college recruiters and fans alike have plenty to look forward to as these young stars begin their journeys to the next level.Final Score: Team Roses 23, Team Pearls 9

When Is 2026 Under Armour All-America Game Roster?

Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026.


Where Is Under Armour All-America Game Roster?


Location: Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand, Florida (outside Orlando).


What channel is Under Armour Next All-America Game on today?


TV Channel: ESPN2
Livestream: ESPN YouTube channel
ESPN will stream the game live on YouTube. It will air on traditional TV (ESPN2) at 11 p.m. the following day, Jan. 4.
UA All-America Game time today
Date: Saturday, Jan. 3Start time: 4 p.m.

Location: Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand, Florida
The Team Pearls vs. Team Roses game starts at 4 p.m. Saturday from Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand.

Participants: Over 100 top high school prospects from the 2026 and 2027 recruiting cycles.

Quarterbacks

Ryder Lyons (2026) — Folsom (CA) — Signed with BYU

Andre Adams (2027) — Antioch (TN)

Peyton Houston (2027) — Evangel Christian Academy (LA) — Committed to LSU

Teddy Jarrard (2027) — North Cobb (GA) — Committed to Notre Dame

Jayce Johnson (2027) — Lowndes (GA) — Committed to Texas A&M

Kamden Lopati (2027) — West (UT) — Committed to Illinois

Colton Nussmeier (2027) — Marcus (TX)

Running Backs

Damarius Yates (2026) — Kemper County (MS) — Signed with Ole Miss

Christian Alexander (2027) — Rosa Fort (MS)

Tranard Roberts (2027) — Villages Charter (FL)

Tyson Robinson (2027) — Brandon (MS)

Wide Receivers & Athletes

Boobie Feaster (2026) — DeSoto (TX) — Signed with USC

Tyren Hornes (2026) — Booker (FL)

Tyreek King (2026) — Catholic (TN) — Signed with Tennessee

Jabari Mack (2026) — Destrehan (LA) — Signed with LSU

Salesi Moa (2026 ATH) — Fremont (UT) — Signed with Utah

Zion Robinson (2026) — Mansfield (TX) — Signed with Stanford

CJ Sadler (2026 ATH) — Cass Tech (MI) — Signed with North Carolina

2027 Standouts: Jamier Brown (committed Ohio State), Easton Royal (committed Texas), Monshun Sales, Xavier Sabb (ATH), and more

Tight Ends

Brock Harris (2026) — Pine View (UT) — Signed with BYU

Kendre’ Harrison (2026) — Reidsville (NC) — Signed with Oregon

Taimane Purcell (2026) — Kamehameha (HI) — Signed with Cal

Luca Wolf (2026) — NFL Academy (UK) — Signed with Tennessee

Offensive Tackles & Interior Linemen

Immanuel Iheanacho (2026 OT) — Georgetown Prep (MD) — Signed with Oregon

Multiple 2027 OTs: Mark Matthews (No. 1 OT), Kennedy Brown (No. 2 OT), and others

Interior highlights: Ben Nichols (2026, signed Notre Dame), Zykie Helton (signed Georgia)

Defensive Line & EDGE

Lamar Brown (2026 DL, No. 1 overall) — University Lab (LA) — Signed with LSU

Richard Anderson (2026 DL) — Edna Karr (LA) — Signed with LSU

Khary Wilder (2026 DL) — Junipero Serra (CA) — Signed with Ohio State

Zion Elee (2026 EDGE, elite rusher) — St. Frances Academy (MD) — Signed with Maryland

2027 EDGEs: Zyron Forstall (No. 1 EDGE), David Jacobs (No. 2 EDGE)

Linebackers

Cincere Johnson (2026) — Glenville (OH) — Signed with Ohio State

Kaden Henderson (2027) — Jesuit (FL)

Defensive Backs

Khary Adams (2026 CB) — Loyola Blakefield (MD) — Signed with Notre Dame

Jireh Edwards (2026 S) — St. Frances Academy (MD) — Signed with Alabama

Joey O’Brien (2026 S) — La Salle College (PA) — Signed with Notre Dame

Jett Washington (2026 S) — Bishop Gorman (NV) — Signed with Oregon

2027 CBs: John Meredith (No. 1 overall), Joshua Dobson, Hayden Stepp

Special Teams

David Green (K) — Signed with North Carolina

Wade Register (P) — Committed to Georgia

Multiple long snappers


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