Top-Ranked Jahkeem Stewart Transfers to Edna Karr but will miss 2024 Season

by Vincent Cacioppo // GeauxPreps.com Managing Editor

In a move that will send ripples through the Catholic League, Jahkeem Stewart, the top-ranked 2026 prep prospect in the nation, has unenrolled from St. Augustine and is now set to join Edna Karr.

Known as “Thanos” for his dominant presence on the field, Stewart is ranked by On3, ESPN, and Rivals as the No. 1 player in the country.

Jeremiah Gray of G_Sportz first reported the news.

After dropping from St. Augustine HS last week, the No. 1 player in the 2026 class Jahkeem Stewart is now enrolled at Edna Karr HS… Per sources pic.twitter.com/BATZu0d3Ek

— Jeremiah Jakee' Gray (@G_Sportz) September 10, 2024

The 6-foot-6, 270-pound defensive lineman boasts offers from LSU, Alabama, USC, Texas, and a host of others.

Stewart’s imposing skills and ability to disrupt offenses will significantly bolster Edna Karr’s defense as they push toward a state championship in 2025.

According to Rivals’ Sam Spiegelman, Stewart will be ineligible to play this season for the Cougars.

Can confirm Stewart has enrolled at Edna Karr. He will be ineligible to play this fall for the Cougars, sources confirm to @Rivals https://t.co/7ADIxxMuhk

— Sam Spiegelman (@samspiegs) September 10, 2024

The Catholic League will undoubtedly feel the impact of Stewart’s departure from St. Augustine, as his addition to Edna Karr will strengthen their position beginning next year.