Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG VENICE, Fla. – Having IMG Academy on the resume means something to college scouts, so does suiting up for Florida powerhouse Venice High School. The Indians are seemingly always in the running for a state championship or bringing home the hardware for the trophy case. Ryan Downes (6-4, 220) was one of the leaders […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG If you’ve been around the game for a few minutes, you just know at first glance when a player has something. Push it a little further with Asharri Charles (6-2, 215), the Venice 2026 weakside defensive end has it all. The unlimited ceiling will be on full display with Florida’s Venice High School this […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG There are always multiple draws to Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) for college coaches to see the talent at Cardinal Gibbons, this spring Patrick Anderson Jr. is added to the updated yearly list. The three-star 2023 prospect popped when he could last season showing he’s an every down back playing behind Iowa Hawkeyes’ signee Kamari Moulton. […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG VENICE, Fla. – College teams wanting to jump ahead of the pack in the recruiting race for an up-and-coming defensive lineman should check out Eli Jones. The Class of 2025 prospect is a rising talent out of Florida’s Venice High School. Jones got some snaps during the Indians’ championship game run last fall as […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG VENICE, Fla. – Those in the known knew it was only a matter of time before Ryan Matulevich started blowing up along the recruiting trail. The super sophomore was an integral part of Venice High School’s state championship game run leading the Indians in receptions (50) and receiving yards (673) with five receiving scores. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG VENICE, Fla. – Big cover corners that can help shut down the run are always in high demand at the collegiate level. At Venice High School, a handful of teams have discovered Deylen Platt, a talent who meets the demand. The three-star defender has the size (6-3, 175) and speed, and has put in […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The coaches at Blountstown High School (Fla.) utilized Jordan Pride (6-2.5, 175) in all possible ways during the 2022 season. The 2024 prospect led his Tigers squad in receptions (27), receiving yards (667), and receiving scores (6), he was a leader as a return specialist, and helped shutdown Florida offenses in the secondary with […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG A two-way force in the trenches for Blountstown High School (Fla.), Artavius Jones is fun to watch get after it on the gridiron. The 2024 big man is unbelievably athletic for his size (6-3.5, 305) and brings a can of whoop ass with him on each snap of the ball. Next level scouts are […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Seeing Jason Zandamela in action is appreciating what he can do as a center creating gaping holes along the offensive line. Down blocking, pulling, or forming the pocket, the four-star is one of the nation’s best in the 2024 class at his position. Supporting the notion are 33 offers to elite programs across the […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Big and fast with an amazingly high ceiling, those are the quick traits to the game for receiver Naeshaun Montgomery. The rock was spread around Cardinal Newman’s attack last fall during an 11-1 campaign against Florida competition, but Montgomery was still able to showcase the skills that have led to 22 offers and four-star […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Another year on the gridiron for Jamil Watkins, another season of playing all over the field for Vanguard High School (Fla.). The Knights added Watkins (6-2, 170) to their secondary last season pairing with the ongoing duties already on offense at receiver. Teams are liking what they are seeing in the versatile 2024 athlete […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Three official visits have been set for 2024 receiver Jerrae Hawkins with one in the works. The fourth team that could become among the four-star’s favorites is Miami. The Hurricanes hosted Hawkins for an unofficial on Saturday. The trip helped bond Hawkins with the players and coaches. “It was smooth,” Hawkins said. “I had […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Throughout the 2022 season, Braylon Vincent was a player Westwood High School (Fort Pierce, Fla.) could count on in any scenario. When the Wildcats were on offense, Vincent (6-0, 180) toted the rock 52 times for 497 yards with four touchdowns leading his team in rushing while securing six passes for 116 yards with […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Since college football recruiting began, there have always been under the radar gems that have slipped past the scouting eyes of next level coaches. In the case of James Hayes (6-4, 225), the 2024 prospect has eluded watchful eyes because of an ACL injury. Set to spin it for Miami’s Monsignor Pace last fall, […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The 2022 season was the beginning of something special at Winter Park High School. The Wildcats worked freshman Ayden Pouncey (6-3, 160) onto the field seeing him thrive against 4M Florida offenses. Teams tested the 2026 prospect with 13 tackles, three passes defended, and a pick produced in five games played. College programs have […]
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Interview by Ross Webby Twitter: @NorthFreshCane Kal-El Pascal Profile Height and Weight: 6-0, 183 Position: Corner/defensive back Classification: 2024 Ranking: 3-Star High School: Dr. Krop – Miami, Fla. Recruiting Offers: 14 Spring visits: Miami, Florida International, Georgia Tech, and Maryland *Click the link for the previous RNG interview with Kal-El Pascal Contribute Now
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG A breakout season at a newer position has thrust 2025 linebacker Ethan Pritchard into the recruiting spotlight. The Seminole High School defender went head-to-head with 4M Florida defenses earning four-star status and 22 offers to date. The most recent just rolled in from Oregon State after the Beavers saw Pritchard during spring ball. More […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Donovan Johnson has had his name on college football recruiting boards since his freshman season when he was running the ball down the throats of Georgia defenders for Calvary Day. After a 1,300-yard, 10-TD, season, the 2025 prospect transferred to IMG Academy (Bradenton) in Florida. College coaches followed along with the move. Johnson now […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The beauty of high school football is that every year there are breakout stars across the country. The Sunshine State is never in low supply of elite performers, and the year turned in by 2025 Port Charlotte High School defensive lineman Myron Charles checks the box on rising star and elite talent. All the […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Speed kills on the gridiron, and Jerrae Hawkins has the wheels to slay. The 2024 receiver out of Florida’s IMG Academy (Bradenton) scorched the track two weeks ago posting a 10.3 in the 100. The four-star prospect has collected 17 offers with three officials set and one contender lining up for the fourth. Focused […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The freshman season debut for Noah Grubbs was attention grabbing. Lake Mary High School put the ball in Grubb’s (6-4, 215) hands watching him navigate through 4M Florida squads to an 8-4 record. Nearly 1,600 passing yards and 17 touchdowns later, Grubbs has five offers with offensive coordinators standing on the Rams’ sidelines this […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG After Rodney Hill punished Florida ball carriers for Flagler High School last fall, offers have continued to roll his way. Liberty, Wofford, and Coastal Carolina have been the latest to extend scholarship opportunities for the new Mainland High School (Daytona, Fla.) defender with new Power Five interest heating up. As college coaches are getting […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Putting the pieces of the quarterback puzzle together against 3M Florida defenses is not easy, especially as a freshman, but that was Dillon Rose-Bailey’s 2022 campaign. The rising star appeared in eight games for the Bloomingdale Bulls leading his squad in passing yards (1,100) and touchdowns tossed (10). Showing emerging dual threat abilities, the […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The heart is with Pitt, but part of the college football recruiting process is exploring options. On Dec. 25, the Panthers received a verbal commitment from Ric’Darious “Day-Day” Farmer, and that pledge has held true. Leading into the summer months, the four-star out of Cocoa High School (Fla.) has three official visits set to […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG As breakout seasons go, few could have scripted one for Sabby Meassick to go so well. The freshman guided Tohopekaliga High School (Kissimmee) to a 6-4 record against 4S Florida defenses tossing for 3,000-plus yards with 38 touchdowns. Adding to the stats, four of Meassick’s receivers hauled in 44 or more passes. The skills […]
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Interview conducted by Ross Webby Twitter: @NorthFreshCane Player Profile Name: Max Lawrence Height and weight: 6-3, 190 Classification: 2023 High School: Westland Hialeah – Hialeah, Fla. Contribute Now
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Versatility in the trenches is not bragged upon as much as with skill players, so when it happens a brighter spotlight should be shinned upon it. Over at Mainland High School (Daytona, Fla.), Christian Hudson is the epitome of versatility along the line of scrimmage getting after it at guard and defensive tackle. The […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Already one of the top offensive linemen in his class, Keenyi Pepe (6-6, 280) is a wanted man. Making the move from the Los Angeles area to Florida powerhouse IMG Academy (Bradenton), the 2026 offensive tackle has watched his offers pile up. With the 15 offers in his possession and interest […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG If you live outside the Sunshine State and are unfamiliar with Tampa Bay Tech, the Titans are worthy of their name on the gridiron. The Florida squad is always loaded and feared, ready to rough up 3M competition every Friday. As the team prepares this spring for the 2023 schedule, the roster is stacked […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Pushing towards 40 offers, at some point Jayden Jackson will have to make some tough decisions about which schools he wants to officially visit. The 2024 defensive tackle for IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) has cut his list down to 12 ready to take that group to five. On April 10, Jackson […]
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