2023 Offensive Lineman Steal The Spotlight

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you had the opportunity to see the Class of 2023 <strong><em>Prep Redzone Florida</em></strong> Pre-Season Ranking, you already know that there is talent at just about every position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>So far, we have taken a look at the running backs and linebackers in the class – and now we will check out some of the offensive linemen who figure to make an impact this coming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From the Florida Panhandle to south Florida, there ae quality “big men” who are grabbing the spotlight – with their size, athleticism and skill, and we have some of them for you to check out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is no doubt that you will be seeing plenty of these young men in 2022:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When you think offensive lineman in the state of Florida, one name stands out – and for good reason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The top prospect in the state is <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='127991' first='Francis' last='Mauigoa']</strong> (6-5, 330), who is playing for Bradenton IMG Academy. This is a big, strong and agile football prospect. Much in the mold of former IMG Academy and Alabama star <strong>Evan Neal</strong>, who was selected in the first round of this year's NFL Draft.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mauigoa recently committed to attend the University of Miami with head coach <strong>Mario Cristobal</strong> and offensive line coach <strong>Alex Mirabel</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In addition to Mauigoa, the state also boasts prospects such as Florida State University commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128615' first='Lucas' last='Simmons']</strong> (OT, 6-7, 300, Clearwater Academy International), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128585' first='Roderick' last='Kearney']</strong> (6-4, 300, Orange Park), two-year IMG Academy starter and former Port St. Lucie Centennial standout <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128028' first='Knijeah' last='Harris']</strong>, a 6-3, 335-pound guard, who is headed to the University of Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Also, University of Florida commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128070' first='Bryce' last='Lovett']</strong> (6-6, 330, Rockledge), highly-recruited <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128031' first='Tommy' last='Kinsler'] </strong>(6-6, 330, Ocala Trinity Catholic) and Michigan State commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128059' first='Clay' last='Wedin']</strong> (OT, 6-5, 310, Tampa Carrollwood Day) are all prospects to keep an eye on this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>CHAMINADE-MADONNA HAS THE TOP LINE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You can debate it all you want, but when it comes to the offensive line, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna has the best you will find anywhere in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Athletic, cohesive, strong and gifted are the only way to describe seniors <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128069' first='Deandre' last='Duffus']</strong> (6-5, 315), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128073' first='Elvin' last='Harris']</strong> (6-6, 300), Indiana University center commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128586' first='William' last='Larkins']</strong> (6-5, 305) and recent Miami Belen Jesuit transfer <strong>Aiden Martinez</strong> (6-4, 305).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>UPDATED CLASS OF 2023 RANKINGS. </strong>https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tracking Florida's Football Teams For 2022 -</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2022/04/tracking-florida-football-teams/">https://prepredzone.com/2022/04/tracking-florida-football-teams/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>You Can Contact&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/larry-blustein/">[player_tooltip player_id='111610' first='Larry' last='Blustein']</a>&nbsp;with prospect or team information at: <a href="mailto:Floridakids1@aol.com">Floridakids1@aol.com</a>.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->