Notes From the Trail: 1 Prospect From Each Class I’d Offer Now

I’m not a college head coach, nor am I a director of recruiting, but I know when a player is worthy of an offer. In this article, you will find one prospect each in the 2023-2026 classes that I think is worthy of an offer. Some of these guys have seen their share of offers roll in, but others are still waiting for that first one. <em><strong>2023</strong></em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="126435" first="Trey" last="Jackson"]</strong> - ATH - 5’9 - Mt. Parah Christian Jackson might not possess the ideal height that schools look for, but none of that matters if you have speed, versatility, and happen to be a physical player. Jackson fits that mold. On film, he looks like one of the faster players I have seen in the 2023 class. He uses that speed to his advantage on both sides of the ball, but especially at WR. He has the speed and twitchiness to create separation from defenders. He can take a screen to the house on any given play, but he also has the physicality and leaping ability to go up and get it if needed. That physicality also translates to defensive back, where he doesn’t shy away from larger defenders and has multiple PBUs on film. After a strong showing at the camp circuit this offseason, it is only a matter of time before that first offer comes for [player_tooltip player_id="126435" first="Trey" last="Jackson"]. If it was up to me, he would already have one. <iframe src="https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13607801/6191be849680f603f8b8cc70" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <em><strong>2024</strong></em> <strong>Lota Ugokwe</strong> - DE/EDGE - 6’2 - Walton In my opinion, Ugokwe has the ability to become an elite pass rusher beyond the high school level. The best way to describe Ugokwe’s pass-rushing style is "relentless". He did everything he possibly could to make plays in the backfield. Whether it was by using his strength to get off blockers or by using his speed to run by them, he knows how to use his tools to his advantage. That seemed to work pretty well, as he led his team in sacks with 7. With his speed and motor, he has the chance to be a premier pass rusher at the college level, and he is still filling out his frame. Once he fully grows into his body and continues to showcase his athleticism, schools should be lined up waiting for his signature. <iframe src="https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13387460/61cbcdda64df260434d51512" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <em><strong>2025</strong></em> <strong>Austin Guest</strong> - QB - 5’11 - Creekview If you’re a reader, Guest is a name that you should be familiar with by now. After playing in a package role as a freshman, he will be stepping into a starting role full-time in 2022. Personally, I believe Guest will become a PO5 QB prospect when it’s all said and done. He has true dual-threat ability and reminds me a little of Oregon QB Bo Nix. He is a physical runner who doesn’t shy away from contact and is an extremely accurate passer downfield when at his best. His ability to throw on the run and off-platform is without a doubt his best attribute, but he can still do some serious danger when he stands tall in the pocket and surveys the field. There are no offers to his name just yet, but once that first one rolls in, the flood gates will open. Look for Guest to be one of the states’ breakout players this fall. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Another clip of Guest…</p> Has made a couple of impressive throws in tight coverage. <a href="https://t.co/vqiPjMKulX">https://t.co/vqiPjMKulX</a> <a href="https://t.co/GOBIb8sP7z">pic.twitter.com/GOBIb8sP7z</a> — Connor Jackson (@ConnorC_Jackson) <a href="https://twitter.com/ConnorC_Jackson/status/1524489327769755649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 11, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="212303" first="Mason" last="Townsend"]</strong> - OL - 6’2 - Prince Avenue I saw Townsend at Milton for the MVP Camps earlier this year, and he left as potentially the top overall performer for that day. Since then, he has done nothing but impress at every camp or showcase he has been to. To put it simply, Townsend is a gamer. He is a lead-by-example guy that always remains calm and collected. He has quick feet and strong arms which allows him to lock up defenders and keep everything in front of him. I am a firm believer that he would be one of the most highly touted 2026 prospects in the country if he was bigger, but he still has plenty of time to grow as he is still young. I am very excited to watch Townsend over the next several seasons. Getting in on him early might be a smart move. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Few 1v1s from <a href="https://twitter.com/ChoiceBallers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChoiceBallers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/HOTLISTCAMPS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HOTLISTCAMPS</a> went against some of the best and appreciate the work <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BIGLEAGUE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BIGLEAGUE</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LEAVENODOUBT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LEAVENODOUBT</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMIL1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMIL1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EnloeClemons?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EnloeClemons</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/77MMorais?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@77MMorais</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JeremyO_Johnson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JeremyO_Johnson</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FBUAllAmerican?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FBUAllAmerican</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ErikRichardsUSA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ErikRichardsUSA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RivalsWoody?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RivalsWoody</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ncsa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ncsa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefBorders?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChiefBorders</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bigka54?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bigka54</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ChadSimmons_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChadSimmons_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RecruitGeorgia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RecruitGeorgia</a> <a href="https://t.co/cJXDwL3Kzp">pic.twitter.com/cJXDwL3Kzp</a></p> — [player_tooltip player_id="212303" first="Mason" last="Townsend"] (@Iblock4funMT) <a href="https://twitter.com/Iblock4funMT/status/1520876380728266752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>