Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Class of 2025 defensive lineman London Merritt is wanted everywhere, and that includes at the high school level. The 6-3, 240-pound, end got after Georgia offenses last fall with Woodward Academy but will make life exceedingly difficult for teams in 2024 working the edge for Florida’s IMG Academy (Bradenton). Merritt will do it all […]
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Interview conducted by Ryan Wright Twitter/X: @RyanWrightRNG Player Profile Name: Gavin Nix Height and Weight: 6-0, 225 Position: Linebacker Classification: 2025 Recruiting Ranking: 4-Star School: IMG Academy – Bradenton, Fla. Recruiting Offers: 23 2023 Game-Day Visits: Florida, Florida State, and UCF Potential 2023 visits: Michigan State, Tennessee, Michigan, Ohio State, and Texas *Click the link for the Sept. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG All the traits needed to be a dominating player in the trenches at the next level are coming together for Kaden Strayhorn. The 2025 lineman out of IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) had high expectations placed upon his shoulders with a legacy bloodline that goes back to Michigan State, and he is delivering. Strayhorn is […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The Ascenders have jumped out to a 4-0 record this season playing three on the road. To carry the wins back to Bradenton (Fla.), the defense has traveled. In the middle of IMG Academy’s defense is hard hitting four-star linebacker Gavin Nix. Nix (6-0, 225) is a prospect all Sunshine State teams want to […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Fundamentally sound, a great reader of keys, and speed and power to close, Parker Meese (6-1, 215) is a magnet to the pigskin. Parish Episcopal (Dallas) turned Meese loose last season on their way to winning a Texas state championship attracting attention. The big plays racked up helping the 2025 linebacker earn MaxPreps All-American […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG ORLANDO, Fla. – There are a lot of thumpers in the box at the high school level college teams can look to going against the run but there are few that can set the tone on the ground and cover the way Gavin Nix (6-0, 225) can. Focused on being more than a run […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Fresh to the Sunshine State from DeMatha High School (Hyattsville, MD), college programs within the borders are descending upon Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng (6-2, 205). The four-star has gone through spring training with his new squad, IMG Academy (Bradenton), ready to make an impact on the field as the Ascenders seek another national […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Already with the physical embodiment of a college quarterback, Ely Hamrick is getting his chance this fall to show what he can do. The 6-4.5, 218-pound, Class of 2026 gunslinger wrapped up the starting job for IMG Academy’s (Bradenton, Fla.) Varsity team this spring building anticipation for the 2023 schedule. The […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla – A college coach is not doing his part if he does not spend time evaluating all the players on IMG Academy’s (Bradenton, Fla.) roster. From one side of the ball to the other, the Ascenders have next level talents developing their craft. Class of 2025 linebacker Gavin Nix has emerged as […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Winning games on the gridiron is all about the talent acquired up front. On March 4, one of the nation’s best offensive linemen, Jordan Seaton (6-6, 285), dropped his list of favorites narrowing the scope of 40-plus offering schools. The St. John’s High School (Washington, DC) to IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – There is no such thing as too soon along the college football recruiting trail. The sentiment applies to coaches evaluating next level prospects and those players starting the process of trying to find their next level home. Teams have not hesitated on dropping 12 offers for 2026 IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – As good and consistent as Jordon Johnson-Rubell is on the field, he is that and then some off it. The four-star safety has been a straight shooter with his recruiting narrowing down his 30-plus offers to an elite list of Power Five programs. Four official visits have been set with in-season […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – The legend of Zech Fort (5-11, 185) continues to expand in the growing town of Bradenton, throughout the state of Florida, and beyond the borders. The 2026 safety for IMG Academy is already holding 24 offers with a long list of elite teams ready to make him part of their future. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – The recruiting process for any five-star prospect is exciting, but following along with David Stone’s journey is a step above. Alabama, Oklahoma, Oregon, Florida, Miami, Michigan State, Wisconsin, Washington, Ohio State, and Texas A&M have been among the teams waging a recruiting war in an attempt just to get Stone on […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Enough time along the college football recruiting trail, things will change. Coaches will move from one team to another, schemes are altered, and recruits seeking that ideal next level fit will look around for a landing spot. With four-star 2024 Florida quarterback Jayden Bradford, a top-four back in November is set […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Being on the grounds with the Hurricanes in Coral Gables has a way of instantly making a positive impact for college football recruits. Once in the building, Miami’s coaching staff has a bit of their own magic building bonds with prospects. One of the latest to leave the campus all smiles […]
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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 There is an ebb and flow to the recruiting process, and like any relationship a slight change or disruption of any kind can alter an association. For five-star defensive tackle David Stone, the world of college football wants him but where he may end up is still up in the air in a process […]
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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 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 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 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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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Nearing the 30-offer mark, Jimothy Lewis (6-6, 285) has begun the process of narrowing down schools looking at official visits. The four-star 2024 offensive tackle out of IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) has had his eyes on Georgia, Tennessee, Miami, and Michigan… You must be logged into RecruitingNewsGuru.com to view this content. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG BRADENTON, Fla. – Come the end of June, one of five programs may have a verbal commitment from one of the best running backs in the 2024 class. IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) five-star running back Jerrick Gibson has five official visit spots locked in… You must be logged into RecruitingNewsGuru.com to view this content. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG KISSIMMEE, Fla. – When Deion Sanders left Jackson State for Colorado, he immediately got 2025 Florida receiver Winston Watkins Jr. (6-0, 185) to follow. The four-star talent out of Bradenton’s (Fla.) IMG Academy has been a hard lock with the Buffaloes since his Dec. 4 verbal pledge. On April 22, Watkins will take his […]
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Two official visits have been set and a top schools list is coming for Jordon Johnson-Rubell. The four-star out of Bradenton’s (Fla.) IMG Academy has been busy this offseason making the rounds with a heavy look at Big 12 and Big Ten squads. This week the do-all safety is making the trip to Tuscaloosa as his recruiting focus narrows. Ten […]
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Written by Charlie Beuttel Twitter: @charlie_cds3 Parker Leise has taken his talents from the Kansas City area down to Florida to play for IMG Academy to finish out his high school career. The 6’2”, 215-pound, gunslinger has a strong-accurate arm, good field vision, and athleticism. Leise also has the unique ability to extend plays with his legs. The Class of 2023 […]
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Written by Charlie Beuttel Twitter: @charlie_cds3 After a successful career at Parkview Baptist in Louisiana, quarterback Roman Mula (6-1, 190) transferred to IMG Academy in Florida for post-grad season to prepare himself for college life. During his senior season at Parkview Baptist, the dual-threat playmaker threw for 1,057 yards and 14 touchdowns while rushing for 244 yards and five more scores […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook AJ Duffy Profile Height and Weight: 6-2, 203 Position: Quarterback Classification: 2022 Recruiting Ranking: 4-Star 2021 High School: IMG Academy – Bradenton, Florida 2020: did not play 2019 High School: Rancho Verde – Moreno Valley, California – Ivy League Mustangs 2019 Record: 11-1 2019 Duffy Stats (12 games): […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook California offenses were happy to learn Francis Mauigoa would not be suiting up against them during the 2020 season. As a freshman, the 6-6, 315-pound, defensive linemen dominated Division V squads putting an end to 59 plays with 24 solo tackles, 10 tackles for a loss, three sacks, three fumble recoveries, […]
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