JC Lathan-IMG Academy-OT-6’6-290:(Committed to Alabama): Lathan is an elite level athlete who just happens to play offensive tackle. You could line him up on the defensive line and he would be one of the top rated players on that side of the football. He has very good feet. You can put him against the other team’s best pass rushers and Lathan will more than hold his own. He plays with good technique. He is a very well rounded player and should be one of the top recruited players in the nation.
James Williams-American Heritage-PL-S-6’3-220: Williams is one of the top prospects to come out of state of Florida in the past ten years. He has all the physical attributes you would want in an athlete. He lines up at safety in high school but it would not shock us to see him play linebacker or even defensive end. He is very similar to Jevon Kearse coming out of high school.
Terrion Arnold-John Paul Catholic-Ath.-6’2-190: Arnold is one of the best players in this year’s class regardless of position. He has great closing speed. He has the size and length to be an elite level defensive back. He is one of those types of players you sign and worry about where to put him once on campus. He is another player that could end up playing on Sundays.
Jason Marshall-Miami Palmetto-CB-6’1-175: Marshall is an elite level athlete. If you go and watch Miami Palmetto play he is dynamite on both sides of the football. He has great ball skills and will outjump any defensive back that you put against him. On defense, Marshall is a lock down corner. He will end up a first round pick one day.
Tunmise Adeleye-IMG Academy-DE-6’3-260: (Committed to Ohio State): Tunmise reminds us of Mario Edwards Jr. His game is suited to be a 3-4 defensive end. If he plays in a 4-3, we would like for him to bulk up and move inside. He has natural strength. He has a good motor. He makes plays because of his physicality. He lacks great burst off the ball so we are not sure that Tunmise can become an elite pass rusher. He will be very effective against the run.
Leonard Taylor-Miami Palmetto-DT-6’4-270: Taylor is big, long and athletic. He is very quick off the ball. He does a very good job of using his hands. He is a very difficult defensive lineman to block. What we like about Taylor is his versatility. You can line him up at either end spot or move him inside to tackle. Consistency is the only thing that Taylor lacks right now.
Xavian Sorey-Graceville – OLB-6’3-210: Sorey is another gifted athlete. He is a big, physical kid who packs a punch. He can line up at all three linebacker spots and excel. He is big and athletic enough to match up against tight ends. He is fast enough to go against receivers and backs in space. He is very effective against the run.
Jacorey Brooks –Booker T. Washington –WR-6’3-170: (Committed to Alabama): Brooks could end up one of the highest rated receivers to come out in Dade County this decade. He has the size, length and athletic ability to be a number 1 receiver at the next level. He is raw but the physical talent is obvious when you go and watch him play.
Bryce Langston-Vanguard-DE-6’3-230: Langston reminds us of Daunte Fowler who played at University of Florida before becoming a first round pick. He is a very good athlete. He has very good speed and burst off the edge. He is a difference maker on the defensive side of the football.
Dallas Turner-Saint Thomas Aquinas-DE/OLB-6’4-225: (Committed to Alabama): Turner is a prospect that you can use as a pass rusher off the edge, play at outside linebacker or possibly even move inside and play Middle linebacker. He has the versatility and talent to dominate from anywhere on the defensive side of the football.
Marcus Tate-University School-OT-6’5-290: (Committed to Clemson): First saw Tate play in Middle School. He was dominant at that time. He has now moved up to Varsity and started as a freshman. He is one of the top young offensive tackles in the state of Florida. What impressive us about Tate is his ability to move laterally. He can handle the very best pass rushers because of his footwork.
Terrence Lewis-Chaminade-OLB-6’2-200 (Committed to Tennessee): Lewis is a prospect that stands out on film or in person. He has great athletic ability. He is one of the fastest linebackers you will see in person. He does think he can chase everything down. We would like to see him shoot the gaps more and make plays behind the line of scrimmage. He has a tendency to try and run around blocks. Lewis is also athletic enough to drop into coverage and help in pass coverage.
Agiye Hall-Bloomindale-WR-6’3-190: (Committed to Alabama): Physically one of the more impressive looking players at his position. He has size and speed. He runs solid routes and has pretty good hands. You will see him fight some passes but most of the time will catch the ball clean.
Christian Leary-Edgewater-Slot WR-5’10-175: (Committed to Alabama): If you want to know what type of player Leary is go and ask the Saint Thomas coaching staff. Leary pretty much was the MVP of the state title game if Saint Thomas did not come back and win. He has the speed and quickness to change a game on one play. He is the premier slot receiver in Florida this year. Look for him to make an immediate impact on special teams from Day 1 in college.
Lovasca Carroll-IMG Academy-RB-6’0-190-(Committed to UGA): Carroll is a complete back. He runs with both speed and power. He has the ability to get to the outside with his speed and turn the corner without any issues. He is also a threat in the passing game. His ability to break tackles and get into the open field makes him one of the more complete backs we have seen on film. He has great feet and can make the first defender miss every time.
Marquis Robinson-Milton Sr. High-DT-6’4-300: We have watched Robinson play basketball in person. It is not often you see a man with his size move as well as Robinson does. He is very athletic for a big man. He still needs to develop certain parts of his game. When he does get it all figured out, Robinson will be one of the top defensive tackles in college football. He is a big bodied kid who will need to be double teamed on run downs. He is also athletic enough to give you a pass rush from the interior.
Laurence Seymore-Miami Central-OL-6’3-290: (Committed to Miami): We love the way Seymore plays the game of football. He comes off the ball and looks for someone to hit. He is a very physical player in the run game. He dominates at the point of attack. He has the athletic ability to stay with most defensive lineman. He is not real big but that is not a concern for us. We could see him being an All-Conference type lineman at either guard or center within 2-3 years.
Thad Franklin-Chaminade-RB-6’1-220: (Committed to Miami): Franklin is a big back that can run over a defender. You allow him to get to the edge and he can run by your defense. He has the speed and quickness you rarely see in a back with his size. He looks like a potential NFL back. He is a patient back that will take what the defense gives him. When he gets an opening, Franklin can pull away from defenders and get into the end-zone.
Marcus Burke-Trinity Christian-WR-6’3-180: You turn on Burke film and he pulls away from defenders. He has great speed and quickness for a big receiver. There are not many defensive backs that will be able to cover him. If he can get stronger then this kid will be a major problem for defensive backs in college. He has a chance to become the top receiver in this year’s class.
Brandon Jennings-ILB-6’3-230: (Committed to FSU): Jennings is one of the most complete linebackers
in this year’s class. He plays the game like his father did back in the day. He
is very aggressive and plays with a mean streak. He is a backer that is willing
to take on blocks, shed them and make a play. He does not run away from
contact. He is very physical in the run game. He has the athletic ability to
drop him back into coverage and cover a tight end or receiver in space.
Corey Collier-Miami Palmetto-DB-6’2-180: Collier is a football
player. You put pads on him and ask him to go and play the game he does it at a
very high level. He has the ability to lock down receivers. He does a good job
of coming up and helping out in run support. When Palmetto needs a big play in
their pass defense, you will see him get the job done. He is versatile enough
to play safety or corner in college.
Michael Trigg-Carrollwood Day-TE-6’5-220: Trigg is a big time
talent. He is one of the fastest rising stars on the board. He is a kid that
has great size and athletic ability. He does a great job of high pointing the
football. Trigg reminds me of David Njoku who played at University of Miami and
ended up a first round pick. He may end up the top tight end in Florida by
seasons end.
Mario Williams-Plant City-WR: 5’10-165: (Committed to Oklahoma): Williams
is electric in the open field. He has the ability to be a very effective
receiver in a spread offense. Get him the ball in space and Williams will do
some damage. He is a good route runner. He does need to learn to catch the
football away from his body. He does do a good job of coming down with the
football. His speed allows him to stretch the field.
Cade Denhoff-Lakeland Christian-DE-6’5-235: (Committed to Clemson): When you play against poor competition you need to dominate. That is exactly what Denhoff does. He has great technique. He also does a very good job of getting off the ball and does not get blocked. He is a very good pass rusher. He can cause problems for offensive tackles that lack foot quickness. He uses his hands well. He is raw but you can see the potential. The question is how well he will perform once the level of competition gets better.
Gage Wilcox-Tampa Jefferson-6’4-230: (Committed to Florida): We
first saw Gage at FIU summer camp two years ago. He was the best tight end we
saw at their camp. The next day we went to Miami’s camp and he was better than
any tight ends we saw at their camp. He is a guy you can line up in the
backfield, out wide at receiver or in a traditional tight end stance and he
will pose problems for opposing defenses. He has very good hands. He is a big,
physical tight end. He is a major miss-match for any defense Gage goes against.
Shambre Jackson-Orlando Boone-DL-6’4-250: Jackson gives you a
defensive lineman with the versatility to play multiple spots on the line. He
can play defensive end or potentially grow into a tackle. He is pushing 250
pounds. He has the body and frame to add more weight and play defensive tackle.
He has some nice quickness off the ball and can get into the backfield before a
back makes a move. He is stout against the run. He can also create a pass rush
off the edge. Move him inside and he becomes that much more difficult to handle
on pass rush downs.
Trevonte Rucker-Vanguard-WR-5’11-180: (Committed to UF): Rucker
is one of the better athletes in the state of Florida. You see his athletic
ability as Rucker plays quarterback for his football team. He can play running
back, receiver or defensive back. He is very elusive and that should help him
once Rucker moves to receiver full time. He has very good hands and runs solid
routes. He does a very good of making plays after the catch.
Nick Elksnis-Episcopal –TE-6’6-220: (Committed to UF): Nick is
a prototypical tight end prospect. He has great size and can run. He is a major
mismatch for opposing defenses. He is effective at running down the seam of a
defense. He can be very effective lining him up wide and using him as another
receiver. He is too big for a defensive back to cover. He is too fast for a
linebacker to cover. He is going to be a major threat in the red-zone. He has
NFL potential if Nick continues to develop on the field.
Jaydon Hood-Saint Thomas Aquinas-MLB-6’1-215: (Committed to Michigan): Hood
is similar to John Bostic who played at University of Florida and then got
drafted in the NFL. He is a very instinctual player. He is able to read what
the offense is trying to do and will attack. He is a sound tackler and Hood
finishes plays. He is a good enough athlete to drop into coverage and play the
passing lanes. He can also get after the quarterback if asked to blitz.
Caleb Johnson-Trinity Catholic-OT-6’7-290: (Committed to Auburn): Johnson
has good technique. He is very well coached for a high school lineman. He stays
low out of his stance. He fires off the ball very well. He does a very good job
of moving laterally. He can use his hands very well. He is well rounded
offensive lineman that is only going to get better in the coming years. Look
for him to develop into an All-Conference type player in college.
Romello Brinson-Miami Northwestern-WR-6’2-180: (Committed to Miami): Northwestern
has put some very talented receivers out over the past 10-15 years. It is a
program that gets big, fast, long, athletic receivers and forces teams to play
them in man coverage. He has the ability to get behind any secondary. He has
good straight line speed. He is a receiver that runs solid routes. He has the
upside to be a very good receiver in college
Greg Crippen-IMG Academy-C-6’4-290: (Committed to Michigan): Crippen
moves very well for a big guy. When you watch him come out of his stance he
does bend to block the guy in front of him at times. He will need to work on
his technique. He will come off one block and get onto another defender well.
He uses his hands how you want a center to use them. Needs to get stronger in
his base.
Tyreak Sapp-Saint Thomas Aquinas-DE-6’2-260: (Committed to UF): Sapp
was a force as a freshman. He can play defensive end or tackle for you. He
gives you some size and strength on the edge to handle playing the run. He can
get up the field and give you a pass rusher. He has the ability to take on a
double team and still make plays.
Patrick Payton-Miami Northwestern-DE/OLB-6’4-200: (Committed to Nebraska):
Payton is a very good pass rusher. We watched him perform this year
and Payton had 3-4 sacks and multiple tackles for loss. He has the size and
length you want in an outside linebacker. He has the athletic ability to cover
tight ends. He is one of our top rated linebackers because of his ability to
play the pass or run as well as put pressure on the quarterback.
Savion Collins-Miami Palmetto-DT-6’2-290: (Committed to Miami): Savion
strength is playing the run. He is a big, physical player who commands a double
team. He is tough to move off the ball because of his physical strength. He can
get pressure on the quarterback but rushing the passer is not a strength.
Deshawn Rucker-Tallahassee Godby-CB-5’10-170: (Committed to Tennessee): The
one thing you will like with Rucker is his aggressiveness. He is a guy you can
line up in center field and have him play the football. He has good ball
skills. If you throw late across the middle of the field Rucker will come up
and make a play. He has a knack for coming up with a big play.
Christopher Thomas-Ft. Myers Dunbar-DT-6’5-290: (Committed to UF): Thomas
is a big, long, athletic lineman. We would not be surprised to see him used as
a 5-tech in college. He could also just slide inside and play defensive tackle
in a 4-3. His size and length make him a difficult match up. We would like to
see more consistency from one play to the next. A college weight programs will
do wonders for this kid.
Ahmari Harvey-Florida State HS-DB-6’0-180: Harvey is one of
the top defensive backs in Florida this year. His versatility should allow him
to play multiple positions in the secondary. He is a safety prospect that can
play free or strong. He can be used in coverage and asked to cover receivers
and backs in space. You can line him up close to the line of scrimmage and ask
him to help in run support. Harvey can also line up against tight ends or backs
in space.
Phillip Obrien-Deerfield Beach-CB-6’1-175: (Committed to Auburn): Obrien
has a great size and length. His length allows him to move receivers to where
he wants them to go. He has very good coverage skills. We like his length as it
helps him against bigger and more physical receivers. Phillip is also very
effective in run support. He has the physical attributes that may lead him to
the NFL one day.
Dink Jackson-Eau Gallie-Ath.-6’2-190: Jackson is one of the
best players to come out of Melbourne since Reggie Nelson. Turn on his film and
there are not many more impressive players. He can play safety or potentially
bulk up and become a linebacker. He has very good coverage skills. He is also
physical enough to help out in run support.
Phillip Riley-Bloomindale-DB-6’0-190: (Committed to Notre Dame): Riley
is another gifted defensive back. He covers as well as any defensive back in
the 2021 class. He does a very good job of sticking in a receivers. He has very
good coverage skills. He is very difficult to get open on. He has very good
footwork. He puts himself in position to either make a play on the football or
knock it down. He goes against the very best receivers in Florida and will shut
them down.
Amari Daniels-Miami Central-RB-5’10-190: Daniels is one of the
toughest pound for pound running backs in Florida. He does a great job of
running hard. He is a punishing runner. He also has the speed and quickness to
get to the edge. He has the speed and quickness to really make a difference for
your offense. He is also a very good receiver out of the backfield. Daniels is
one of the best blocking backs we have seen as well.
Deonte Anderson-Fort Meade-DE-6’3-225: Quick first step. He
gets up the field and puts pressure on the quarterback. He can be an elite pass
rusher. He has good length for a defensive end. If he can drop back into
coverage there is a chance that Anderson ends up at OLB.
Dakota Mitchell-Winter Park-DB-6’0-190: (Committed to UF): Mitchell
is a very good athlete. You watch him on offense and he will run by defenders.
He has very good speed and quickness. He also has the ability to make plays on
defense. He has good football instincts. He puts himself in position to make a
ton of plays as a defensive back. He has good size and range. We like that you
can line him up at multiple positions on the defensive side of the ball and
Mitchell will make plays.
Anthony Hundley-Booker T-DT-6’3-290: (Committed to LSU):
Hundley strength is playing the run. He gets off the ball well and is able to
stuff the run. Even if double teamed, Hundley can stop teams from running on
him.
Kamar Wilcoxson-IMG Academy-Ath.-6’1-190: (Committed to Tennessee)
Kamar is a prospect that has elite size for a defensive back. He is a kid that
will lower his shoulder and put a big hit. He has pretty good speed and
quickness for someone his size.
Charles Brantley-Venice-CB-6’1-175: 6’0-160: (Committed to Michigan
State) Brantley performed very well at the FSU summer camp. He
displayed nice size, range and is athletic. He can play on either side of the
football but we like him at cornerback. He is very sudden and that short area
explosiveness makes him a priority.
Luther McCoy-Creekside-DT-6’4-280: McCoy is a kid who has size
and quickness. He has flown under the radar but it would not surprise us to see
his stock rise. He plays a position that college coaches are looking for
talent. McCoy is a prospect that will be watched heavily this fall. If he does
well it would not shock us to see more teams put an offer in for McCoy.
Charles Montgomery-Armwood-Ath.-5’10-180: (Committed to UF) Montgomery
is one of the better young players most have not heard of. He plays at
Bloomingdale which is not well known for top end football player. He runs with
good balance and speed. While he plays running back we may like him more as a
defensive back.
Omarion Cooper-Lehigh-CB-6’0-170: (Committed to FSU): Cooper
has very good coverage skills. You can line him up in man coverage and he is
likely to shut his side of the field down. He has good ball skills. If he does
not intercept the ball, Cooper will get a hand on it and try and knock it down.
Put him on an island with another team’s top receiver and Cooper will shut them
down. He is also very effective in the run game. He is physical and will take
on a defensive back, get off a block and still make a play.
Brashard Smith-Miami Palmetto-Ath.-5’9-190: Smith is one of the more versatile
athletes in Florida. He can line up as a receiver out wide, you can put him in
the slot. You can line him up at running back. Smith is the type of player that
you need to put the ball in his hands and let him do his magic. He is one of
the more complete players in this year’s class.
Jabari Ishmael-Christopher Columbus-DE-6’5-210: Ishmael is a
prospect that gives you a pass rush from the edge. He is a very good pass
rusher. You can line him up with his hand off the ground. You can also have him
put his hand in the dirt and get after a quarterback. He could stop the run but
from the backside. When teams run at him, Jabari is not as effective.
Tommi Hill-Orlando Edgewater-Ath.-6’1-190: We have seen Hill
play both corner and receiver at the high school level. Because of his lack of
top end speed we see Hill more of a defensive back than a receiver. He has very
good cover skills. He is the type of defensive back that can go against another
team’s top receiver and shut them down. He is physical against receivers at the
line of scrimmage. He is also someone that is physical enough to play close to
the line of scrimmage and stop the run.
Bralon Brown-Saint Thomas Aquinas-WR-6’3-190: (Committed to Ole Miss): Brown
gives you a receiver with a nice combination of size and speed. He can stretch
the field and get behind a secondary. His speed and quickness is very sneaky.
He also has very good size. Put a small defensive back on him and Brown will
win that battle most of the time. He has good ball skills and does a solid job
of high pointing the football. He should be a very good receiver at the next
level.
Weston Franklin-IMG Academy-OG-6’4-310: Franklin is a BIG KID.
He has a big upper body, and his lower body is thick. He is a guy that is going
to be hard for high school defensive lineman to move off the ball. He moves
well enough laterally to play tackle but we project him more as a guard.
Chase Smith-Bayside-Ath.-6’3-200: Chase is very physically
impressive. He plays receiver and defensive back and can make an impact. He has
a bit of a long stride which does not always make him look like he is running
fast.Chase is probably better
suited to playing receiver in college.
Gunnar Greenwald-Satellite-TE-6’5-220: (Committed to USF)Greenwald has the look of what you
want a tight end to look like. He is a big kid that can run. He is very
effective down the seam of the defense. He needs to show the ability to
block.
Joshua Farmer-East Gasdsen-DE/DT: 6’3-250: (Committed to FSU): He
is listed as a linebacker. That being said look for him to move to defensive
end in college. He is a big kid that runs hard. He is very effective on
backside pursuit. He has the size and length you look for in a defensive end.
Troy Stellato-Cardinal Gibbons-WR-6’0-175: (Committed to Clemson): Troy
is one of the better route runners in the state. He gets off the ball very well
and into his routes. He does a very good job getting in and out of his breaks.
Kamren Kinchens-Miami Northwestern-DB-5’11-190: Kinchens had a
very good sophomore season. He is part of what may be the best secondary in
Dade County. He is not a big defensive back but the kid can flat out fly. One
thing Kinchens has is great ball skills.
George Jackson-IMG Academy-OT-6’4-350: (Committed to UF) Jackson
is next in line as one of the premier lineman coming from IMG Academy. He has
the size and athletic ability to play tackle or guard. He fires off the ball
and will try and finish his guy off.
Keanu Koht-Vero Beach-DE/OLB-6’4-215: Koht plays at a school
that produces talent. Koht is next in line. He has the size and length at the
defensive end position to draw some interest from college coaches. He can be
used as a standup rush end. He can put his hand down on the ground. Here is a
kid that is raw but has the upside that college coaches are looking for.
Desmond Watson-Armwood-DT-6’5-350: Watson has started since
his freshman season. He is a big, athletic lineman that will most likely
command a double team. His strength is stopping the run. He can shoot the gaps
and eat up offensive lineman. He can get some pressure as a pass rusher that is
not his strength. He is big and athletic enough to also play on the offensive
line. We would not be surprised to see him make the move to the offensive line
in college.
Keyshawn Spencer-Palm Bay-RB-5’10-180: Spencer has the speed
and quickness you want from a running back. He has the ability to get to the
edge. He has the short are burst to get through the line of scrimmage and into
the secondary. Once in the open field there are not many defenders who can
chase him down from behind. He is also very effective in the passing game.
Michael Myslinski-Bishop Kenny-OC-6’3-265: Michael may end up
the top center prospect in Florida. He plays with very good technique. You will
see him come out of his stance and stay low while driving his guy off the ball.
He is also very effective with his hands. He is a smart kid who understands the
game of football. He is a prospect that can contribute right away because of
his knowledge of the game.
Zachery Lovett-Rockledge-OLB-6’2-210: You go and watch this
guy play live and he is all over the field. He has very good instincts. He puts
himself into position to make a ton of plays. He takes pretty good angles on
the ball carrier. He does a very good job of finishing. He can be over
aggressive at times and will over run the ball carrier. He needs to learn to
play under control. He is one of the best linebackers in the space coast area.
Jacolby George-Plantation-WR-5’11-165: (Committed to Miami) George
had a great spring last year. He took his game to another level during the fall
of 2019. He is a guy that can catch a five yard hitch and got the distance. He
has good hands and his ball skills are unmatched. He is a guy who will continue
to develop and become a hot commodity in a couple of years.
Malike Curtis-Bishop Verot-CB-5’11-160: (Committed to Miami): We
had the chance to watch Curtis play live last year. He has very good speed and
quickness. Put him on offense and he will run by defenders. We like his
aggressive style of play and that is a big reason why we like him at corner. He
will lock down a receiver. He has the ability to play in the slot or on the
outside.
Chamon Metayer-North Miami-Ath.-6’5-220: Chamon has the size
(6’5) and speed to play linebacker. He also has the length to play on the edge.
We feel this is a kid who may develop into a defensive end. It is not often you
see a 6’5 kid come off the edge and then drop into coverage. He is very good at
getting after the quarterback.
Michael McLaughlin-Stoneman Douglas-OT-6’7-260: (Committed to Miami): Michael
is a prospect which transferred from Indiana to Miami. He has played tight end
in the past but will move to offensive tackle at the next level. He has a good frame
and should be able to add the necessary weight to play tackle at the next
level.
Gabe Nealy-Gulliver Prep-S-6’4-190: (Committed to Michigan State): Nealy
has great physical attributes. He can play safety or possibly grow into a
linebacker. He runs very well. He does very well at dropping into coverage and
covering receivers and backs in space. His size allows him to match up against
tight ends. There is a chance he plays linebacker in college.
Garner Langlo-Trinity Catholic-OT-6’7-270: (Committed to Auburn): Langlo
is one of three very talented offensive lineman at Trinity Catholic this fall.
He has all the physical attributes you want in an offensive tackle. He has very
good size. His body type will allow him to add the necessary weight to play tackle.
We feel Langlo can easily get to 300 pounds. He is a good pass protector. He
has a good slide step as a pass rusher. He does a good job of staying in front
of a defender. He is also a solid run blocker.
Yulkeith Brown-Miami Central-Ath.-5’10-175: From an athletic
standpoint, Brown is a prospect that you want on your football team. He is a
guy that if the ball is in his hands something special can happen. He has the
ability to really do some damage on the offensive side of the football. He has
very good speed and quickness. He is the type of player that once in the open
field is not going to get caught.
Kahlil Brantley-Miami Northwestern-TE-6’2-215: (Committed to Miami) Brantley is a physically gifted receiver. He has the size and speed college coaches covet. He is more an h-back than a traditional tight end. He could be used in the backfield as a fullback. You can line him out wide as a receiver. His versatility will come into good use at the next level.
Tim Williams-Clearwater HS-DT-6’2-270: Williams has elite
level talent. He comes off the ball very well and is violent with his hands. He
can push offensive lineman back into the backfield. He has very good strength
in both his upper and lower body. He is very effective at stopping the run. He
also does very well putting pressure on the quarterback. He may have to go the
junior college route. If he does qualify, you will see his stock rise.
Ricky Parks-Tampa Gaither-RB-5’10-200: (Committed to Utah): With
his size and speed there will be plenty of people who are looking at him. He
has the build and should get bigger and stronger the next two seasons.
Kamonte Grimes-Palmetto Ridge-Ath-6’2-185 Grimes plays at a
high school that does not get a ton of pub. He will start to draw interest for
college coaches. He has the size and body to develop into a star player in high
school. We could easily see this kid grow a couple of more inches and gain
weight. He plays on offense, defense and special teams.
Jaden McBurrows-Saint Thomas Aquinas-CB-5’10-175: (Committed to Michigan):
McBurrows has been making an impact since his freshman season at
American Heritage Plantation. He has the ability to be a very good corner in
college. He can also slide into the slot position. He has the versatility to
play multiple positions in the secondary. He has good coverage skills.
Darrell Jackson-East Gasdsen-DE-6’5-240: (Committed to Tennessee)
Jackson is a big kid. He could end up at playing defensive end or tackle in
college. He is a guy that is quite impressive physically. Look for him to put
on weight and be close to 260-270 pounds by the time he steps on a college
campus.
Kimo Makaneole-Niceville-OT-6’5-280: One of my favorite
lineman on film. He plays with a nasty streak. Kimo will try and bury a
defender into the ground. He bends well and is athletic for a lineman. The
question with Kimo is he going to play tackler or guard in college. He will
need to get bigger and stronger which is expected. You watch him come off the
ball and he drives defenders backwards. He has very good technique for a high
school lineman.
Jake Slaughter-Trinity Catholic-C-6’4-300: (Committed to FSU):
Slaughter is on one of the better offensive lines in North Florida. He gives TC
two guys over 6’5 and 300 pounds. He is a solid player. What he needs to
continue to work on is his upper and lower body strength.
Allen Haye-Chaminade-DT-6’1-290: (Committed to Miami): Haye is
a prospect that will most likely play inside at the next level. He is not real
big as Haye is slightly over 6’0 tall. He will need to gain weight to play
inside at the next level. He has some quickness off the ball which allows him
to be stout against the run game. He actually can give you some pass rush from
the interior. We would not be surprised to see his stock rise this fall.
Weston Wolff-Venice-TE-6’4-210: (Committed to Maryland) Slaughter
is on one of the better offensive lines in North Florida. He gives TC two guys
over 6’5 and 300 pounds. He is a solid player. What he needs to continue to
work on is his upper and lower body strength.
Javonte Gardner-Orlando Jones-OT-6’5-290: (Committed to UF) Jones
has a nice first move off the ball. He will fire off and punch a defensive
player right in the mouth. He has violent hands. He can shake a defender up
with his initial punch. He moves well enough to play on the offensive line. We
could see him playing right tackle or guard in college
Kwan Powell-Freeport-RB-5’10-190: We had the chance to watch
Powell earlier this spring. He is a well put together back that is only going
to get better. He has the power to run between the tackles. He has the speed
and quickness to get to the edge. He is one of the better all-around backs in
Florida.
Simeon Price-Florida Tech-WR-6’0-190: Price is very aggressive
on the football field. When on offense where he will try and run a defender
over or on defense where he will stalk you down. He is a good prospect with
some nice upside. He will have to choose what side of the football Price wants
to play on in college.
Timar Rogers-Deland-OLB-6’2-200: Rogers is a kid you turn on
the film and he makes plays. He runs hard to the football. You will see a kid
with some size and length. He has the frame to get into the 230 pound range and
be a stud in college.
Jordan Young-Tampa Jesuit-CB-6’0-185: (Committed to UF) Young
has the type of range you want in a defensive back. He plays field corner. It
shows you the type of range he has for a defensive back. He is very physical
and will not let a receiver off the line of scrimmage. He also has very good
ball skills
Antonio Outler-Palm Beach Lakes-RB-5’10-200: Here
is a kid that can run with both power and speed. If he continues to develop,
Antonio will end up one of the best players to ever play at PB Gardens. Since
his freshman season he has now transferred to Dwyer and now Palm Beach Lakes. He has
some off the field issues but if they are resolved you are looking at a back
who could end up the best at his position coming out of this class.
Ethan Mort-Venice-OT-6’6-275 We have seen only one
clip of his on line. He is a prospect that has the physical attributes. He will
need to get bigger and stronger. He does look to have the versatility to play
anywhere on the offensive line. He should be one of the higher rated kids on
Venice football team. He is a potential 8 if his spring goes as well as we
expect.
Santino Marucci-Bartram Trail-QB-6’1-190: (Committed to Wake) Marucci
is a smart kid. He comes from a football family and should be pretty good this
upcoming season. He is a good athlete as well as he plays linebacker on defense
and quarterback on offense.
Ryan Rodriguez-Christopher Columbus-C-6’3-280: (Committed to Miami)
Ryan is a very good high school lineman. He still needs to get bigger and
stronger. He can be beaten on a play where the guy opposite him has the
strength advantage. He needs to hit a weight room hard this off-season.
Cortez McKenzie-Lakewood-OLB-5’11-190: McKenzie gives you a
linebacker that is built more like a safety. He can play the run but will also
be able to drop back into coverage and make plays. He is very athletic and you
want to get him on the team and worry about where to play him once on campus.
Charles Armstrong-Manatee-OT-6’5-280 Physically, Armstrong is
a very impressive player. He comes off the ball quickly and will knock his guy
into the ground. He is very physical at the point of attack. He does a decent
job of using his hands. He is also a very good athlete for a big guy.
Corey Coley-Trinity Christian-S-6’1-170: Coley is a prospect
that can play either cornerback or safety in college. He has good range and
will come up and play the run. He is very physical against the run. He also has
pretty good ball skills. He is a center field type defender.
Tim Burns-Miami Northwestern-CB-5’10-170: (Committed to Miami)
Burns was one of his team leaders in interceptions last year. He has good ball
skill and if you are late with your passes to his side Burns will make plays on
the football. He is not real big so many schools try and challenge him
James Blackstrain-Holy Trinity-WR-6’2-200: (Committed to Georgia Tech)
Blackstrain gives you a receiver with both size and speed. He is a kid that can
push his routes down the field and crate the big play. He is a good athlete and
there is no question that James will end up with major D1 offers.
Tyler Johnson-Miami Killian-DE/OLB-6’2-210: (Committed to Miami): Johnson
will most likely play outside linebacker in college. The biggest question is
can Johnson drop back into coverage and cover a tight end. He needs to be able
to show that or Johnson will be used more as a pass rush/ edge guy. He is good
at getting up the field and putting pressure on the quarterback. He has the
speed and quickness to be effective against the run.
Davion Sistrunk-Eau Gallie-CB-6’2-170: (Committed to Missouri)
Sistrunk is a very talented athlete. Can it translate to the football field? If
he can produce on the football field like basketball court, watch out. He could
end up a heavily recruited prospect next season.
Jamarion Ellis-IMG-ILB-6’1-240: Ellis
is a big, physical, MIKE. He can line up and run downhill. He is a physical
backer who can take on blocks and bring a ball carrier down. He can also drop
into coverage and make plays
Katravis Geter-Carol City-RB-5’9-190:
Geter will become the feature back at Carol City this year. He
should get enough carries to not only break 1,000 yards but could push 2,000.
He is a tough, hardnosed runner who can run through or around defenders. Look
for him to blow up this fall.
Walter Simmons-Oakleaf-QB-6’2-190: Simmons is
a prospect that made some noise last year. He has a real nice smooth throwing
motion. On his throws you would like to see Walter put the ball out in front of
the receivers a little more. He will throw the deep passes in stride. The
intermediate and shorter passes need to become crisper.
Markevious Brown-IMG
Academy-DB-5’10-190 After winning a state title two years ago
Pahokee came up short in 2017. Here is a kid who will draw interest this
spring. He is one of Pahokee best players. He has a knack for being around the
football.
Jaden Alexis-Monarch-WR-6’1-175: Alexis
father was a star high school prospect who went on a played at University of
Washington. Jaden is one of the top receivers in Broward County. He gives you a
receiver with good size and speed.
Edward Williams-Middleton-ILB-6’2-215:
Williams is another prospect that has flown under the radar. He is a
bigger and more physical linebacker. He can run and hit. He plays best running
down-hill. He is not a backer you are going to put in space and ask him to
cover a receiver or back.
Damarius McGhee-Pensacola
Catholic-5’11-160: McGhee is a good athlete. You will see him make
plays on special teams. He is a guy you
recruit and worry about where to play him once in college. He has good size and
length for a defensive back.Damarius gives you a corner with a good combination of speed
and quickness.
Patrick Bryant-Atlantic High
School-WR-6’2-180: (Committed to Illinois): Patrick is a prospect that
should start to draw interest this spring. He already holds some P5 offers.
Look for him to continue to rise in the rankings. We expect him to be a solid
P5 prospect by the time his senior season rolls around.
Austin Barber-Trinity Christian-OT-6’6-315:
(Committed to Minnesota): Barber
has some nice early offers. He is not super athletic. He gets by with being
bigger then the guys opposite him. He will hit a defender and move them
backwards. He needs to work on his technique.
Jacorey Hammett-Miami
Northwestern-OLB-6’3-200: (Committed to Miami): Hammett is a big,
athletic linebacker. He is listed as an OLB but we would not be surprised to
see him play inside at the next level. Here is a kid that made his mark on
special teams and then excelled on defense. He is a physical player that tries
to make a big play every time on his field
Kevin Knowles-McArthur-CB-5’10-170:
(Committed to FSU): Knowles is another long, athletic defensive
back. He has very good range and you better not be late throwing it his way. He
will pick the ball off and possibly take it back the other way for a touchdown.
He has good ball skills and is very physical.
Rakeim Sanders-Rockledge-WR-6’2-210:
(Committed to Arkansas): Sanders is a very good athlete. He is going
to give you a big target on offense to throw the football to. We like that he
plays on defense as well because that aggressive style of play allows Sanders
to take that to the offensive side of the ball. He is a guy who could go to
college and end up much better than many of the players ranked ahead of him.
Deshawn Troutman-Orlando
Edgewater-ILB-6’0-200: (Committed to Miami): Troutman is quite
impressive at attacking down the field. He is very aggressive. He is best at
playing the run. His strength is playing the run.
Caden Fordham-Jacksonville
Bolles-S-6’2-175: Caden gives you the size and length you are
looking for in your secondary. He can play either safety spot and be effective.
He is a kid that really understands the game of football and will put himself
in position to make plays.
RJ Sorenson-University School-DE/OLB:
6’4-210: (Committed to Nebraska): RJ is a prospect that is under the
radar. He does a good job of using his hands and getting off blocks. He is very
stout against the run. He is a player that will draw more interest this fall.
Dedrick Smith-Robert E. Lee-Ath.-6’2-170:
Smith has one thing you want in a defender besides speed and that is
length. He is a long, athletic kid. He can come off the ball and once his hands
are on you the play as may well be whistled dead. We feel that with his size
and athletic ability that Smith will end up as a linebacker in college.
Jacobi Myers-Ponte Vedra-QB-6’3-190: Myers can
whip the ball down the field. He is a kid that is a true dual threat
quarterback. If you give him a crack, Myers can go the distance.
Walter Clayton-Bartow-Ath.-6’3-180: Clayton
stars both on the grid-iron and hard wood. He is one of the better athletes in
Central Florida. He can play quarterback, running back, receiver and defensive
back. His athletic ability will make him a priority for most schools.
Tyrique Owens-Saint Thomas-DE-6’1-265:
Owens can play defensive end or move inside to tackle on passing
downs. He is aggressive off the football.
Mark Blount-IMG Academy-DE-6’5-220: Mark
is an unknown prospect right now. He has the physical attributes (6’5,220) but
has not yet produced enough on the football field. He will get his chance this
fall to show case his talents.
Adrien Strickland-Mosley-OT-6’6-330:
(Committed to UF): Strickland is another big kid in the Panhandle.
There are 3-4 top lineman in Northwest Florida and Adrien is one of them. He
has the size to handle speed rushers. He can also be very effective as a run
blocker.
Andrew Weisz-The Benjamin School-OT-6’5-290:
Weisz is a fully qualified prospect. When you consider that he is
only a sophomore heading into his junior season that is a good thing. He shows
his versatility by playing on the offensive and defensive lines in high school
Sam Oufie-IMG Academy-ILB-6’1-240: Sam
is 6’1, 240 pounds. That would make him one of the bigger inside linebackers in
the country. His style of play will be best suited in a conference that does
not play a ton of spread teams. He is an in the box, downhill runner.
Jahmal Williams-Cardinal Gibbons-DE-6’4-225:
Williams has a motor. He comes off the edge and can make plays because
of his athletic ability. He is very good at using his hands. He is a good
athlete who happens to play defensive end in college. He is athletic enough to
possibly play linebacker in college.
Deshauwn Alleyne-Centennial-ILB-6’0-210:
Alleyne is an in the box type linebacker. He reads plays and reacts.
You can put him close to the line of scrimmage and Allen will make a ton of
tackles. He is very good at coming up and playing the run. He can drop into
coverage but that is not the strength of his game.
Winsome Frazier-Palm Beach
Lakes-S-6’3-180: Frazier can play safety or corner. He is very
aggressive off the ball. He is not an easy defensive back to go against. He can
be a lock down corner. His size allows him to match up against receivers or
tight ends.
Anthony Williams-Lake Brantley-RB-6’0-180:
(Committed to UCF): Williams has the speed and quickness to get to
the edge. He is a play maker with the football in his hands. We expect him to
have a break out season in 2019. Look for his stock to be on the rise.
Henry Hughes-Tampa Bay Tech-DE-6’5-210:
(Committed to Rutgers) Hughes
is long and athletic. He has the quick twitch which allows him to get off the
football quickly. He should be one of the premier pass rushers in Tampa this
year. He has the body type which will allow him to grow into a 265 pound
monster. His build reminds us of JPP who is now in the NFL.
Diante Sheppard-Orlando Edgewater-DL-6’3-255:
It has been a couple of years but Edgewater looks to be climbing
back to the top of the list of programs in Central Florida. Shepard is a big
reason why. He gives them a big, athletic guy up front. Another kid who played
as a freshman and make an impact.
Keon Terrell-Fort Myers-DE-6’3-230:
(Committed to USF): Keoon is a nice sized prospect. He can play
inside or out and be effective. He has a quick first step and can close
quickly. He is very aggressive off the ball. You will see him fight off blocks
and bring the ball carrier down behind the line of scrimmage.
Sincere Littles-Riverview-DT-6’2-260:
Littles has the wide frame you want in a defensive tackle prospect.
He will be able to gain weight without many issues. What we like is this kids
motor. You will see him shoot up the field and come back and make a play ten
yards down the field.
Burno Zananela-Clearwater Academy-OT-6’8-310:
(Committed to Rutgers): Bruno is one of the bigger offensive lineman
in the class this year. He has size and length. His size makes it very
difficult for defensive lineman to get around. You will see his athletic
ability as Bruno also plays on the DL.
Allan Baugh-Saint Thomas Aquinas-DE:
-6’3-255: (Committed to Colorado): Saint Thomas has had a nice run
of defensive ends. Baugh is next in line. He gives you a guy with some size and
speed off the edge. He is difficult to block and can cause havoc in the run
game. You will see him slip off blocks and make plays in the backfield.
Danny Bowdy-Hernando-LB:6’4-210: Tall
and lanky is what Browdy is. He gives you some speed and quickness off the
edge. He is not a real big, wide bodied kid. He is guy that is going to get pressure
on the quarterback. He needs to put on weight to handle taking on tackles who
weigh 300 pounds plus.
Jairus Brewer-Riverview-DT-6’4-290: There
are so few quality defensive tackles every year that a player like Brewer will
see his stock rise. He has strong hands and gets off blocks quickly. He is
tough to block because of the angles Brewer comes off the ball.
Grant Miller-IMG Academy-ILB-6’1-210:
Miller came from Louisiana. We expect him to become a bigger recruit
this spring. He has good size and Miller can run. He has the build to carry
another 20-25 pounds without a problem. He is stout against the run.
Darius Chester-Miami Edison-RB-5’7-180:
Chester is flat out nasty carrying the football. He is not real big
but try bringing this bowling ball down. He is tough to tackle and if you let
him get into the open field good luck trying catch him.
Anthony Earle-Cardinal Gibbons-OG-6’4-300:
Earle is another prospect from Cardinal Gibbons that will draw
interest. He has good size. When Earle
gets his hands on a defender he finishes them off. He is very physical at the
point of attack.
Aubrey Burks-Auburndale-S-6’0-180:
(Committed to Indiana): Burks
is part of a defense that could be pretty good this year. He has good coverage
skills. He can also come up and play the run.
Nick Vattiato-University School-QB-5’11-160:
(Committed to Louisville): Nick is already receiving interest from
college coaches. He is one of those quarterbacks that gets the ball and gets
rid of it quickly. He throws a very nice, catchable football. He is not real
big so that is something to keep an eye on.
Myles Winslow-Tohopekaliga-DE-6’4-225:
Winslow is an under
the radar prospect that could blow up this spring. He has the size and length
to play defensive end or outside linebacker. He plays with a mean streak. He is
someone that you will see run down on special teams and knock them out. You can
tell what type of athlete he is as Winslow plays both tight end and defensive
end in high school.
Emile Aime-University
School-ILB-5’11-210: Aime was very productive his freshman season.
He has good instincts for a linebacker. You will see him read things on the
defensive side of the football that older players can’t. He understands how to
drop into coverage. He understands how to time a blitz. Kid is very football
savvy
Ashton Gillette-Boca Raton-DE:
6’4-220: (Committed to Louisville): Ashton looks like a defensive
end. He has the size and length you want in a defensive end. He is listed at
220 pounds but we could see him coming in around 200-210. He will need to put
on weight to play linebacker or defensive end in college.
Camron Ransom-Armwood-QB-6’3-210: He has a
strong arm and great athletic ability. He does needs to improve his footwork
and his mechanics. Once that happens his game can go to another level. He is a
big play waiting to happen. Problem is that big play could be for the offense
or defense.
Timmy McClain-Seminole-QB-6’1-170:
(Committed to USF): McClain is a prospect we expect to blow up
this spring. He has a lively arm and can make most of the throws asked of him.
He is still a young player so there is plenty of time for him to develop.
Ridge Jacobs-Atlantic Coast-QB-6’1-190:
Jacobs
is a prospect that caught our eye this spring. He can spin the football and put
it on the mark when there is time to throw. He has the tools to be a good
player in college.
Antonio Johnson-Saint Thomas-TE-6’3-230:
Johnson
is a former basketball player. He is a good athlete and should make a mark on
the football field this year. He has to show some consistency from game to
game. If he takes the next step, look for Johnson to take his game to another
level.
Danny Stautsman-Foundation
Academy-OLB-6’3-230: (Committed to Oklahoma) One of the fastest rising stars in this
state. Danny reminds us of Dan Morgan. He is a prospect that is going to end better
once in a college weight program. He is going to really develop in a college
weight program.
Christopher
Johnson-Ribault-Ath.-6’2-200: Johnson is one of the more highly
rated prospects in the 2021 class. He received early interest and offers from
P5 programs. If he can continue to develop physically there will be many more
offers coming his way.
Larry Smith-Oak Leaf-DB-5’10-170:
(Committed to Indiana): Smith is like a center fielder in Robert E
Lee defense. He stands in the middle of the field and tracks the ball and the
ball carrier. He has good range and can moved around the field well. He is also
physical and will make an offensive player pay for crossing his path.
Kial Kelly-Tampa Jesuit-QB-6’2-190: (Committed
to Ball State): Kelly is the son of Kenny Kelly who played
football and baseball at the University of Miami. The gifted quarterback will
have the chance to showcase his talents over the next two years.
