USF Camp: Notable Standouts (Part I)
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The University of South Florida hosted another One Day Camp setting which provides prospects the chance to be coached up, trained, and compete with talent across the state. The spring/summer camp sessions are beginning to wind down but still is…
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Continue ReadingThe University of South Florida hosted another One Day Camp setting which provides prospects the chance to be coached up, trained, and compete with talent across the state. The spring/summer camp sessions are beginning to wind down but still is an opportunity for risers to get noticed and on coaches’ radar. Prep Redzone Scout Drew Johnson attended the camp to get a look at the program and produce a reliable list of notable standouts. Let’s get into some of the names that caught my attention on Sunday.
CAMP DOGS
Zsacari Minnis | EDGE | CLass of 2024 | Eustis | @Zsacarim6ix
Minnis was my overall MVP of the camp because of his sheer ability to win out every rep I saw during the 1v1 session. At 6’3, 220-pounds he had the most developed frame of the defensive line group and showed off he’s not just a big body but has good hand technique and speed. A true hidden gem with a few offers but could potentially play Power 5 ball
Xavion Griffin | DB | Class of 2024 | Vero Beach | @xaviongriffin15
One thing that solidifies a reliable defensive back is the swagger and ability to walk the walk after talking the talk. Griffin was easily the most vocal kid at the camp but was dominant during the 1v1 period, getting about 10 reps or more because he was ready to go. Really good coverage skills and recovery speed to make plays on the ball. I like his game and will have eyes on him as the fall season approaches.
HIGHEST UPSIDE
Jamar Taylor Jr Jamar Taylor Jr 6'1" | 205 lbs | WR Lakeland | 2024 FL | WR | Class of 2024 | Lakeland | @JamarTaylorJr1
Taylor looks like he’s put on a size to his already college-ready frame but still moves with slickness and smoothness when he runs routes. He will be one of the top WR prospects in the area because of his bag of skills but will be interesting to see how much buzz he can generate at Lakeland High. Has potential Power 5 ability and will see an uptick in offers during the fall season.
Jameson Young Jameson Young 6'2" | 155 lbs | DB Lakeland | 2024 FL | DB | Class of 2024 | Lakeland | @jamesonyoung12
Young has attended about three camps in a row this week but still came to USF to show off his developed DB mechanics and coverage skills for the coaches. He’s a lengthy DB that can be disruptive with his hands and progressing technique. Young is committed to FIU but will hear from many schools as his recruitment continues to rise.
Jordan Magwood Jordan Magwood 6'0" | 190 lbs | QB Seffner Christian | 2025 FL | QB | Class of 2025 | Carrollwood Day | @jordanmagwood9
Always good to watch Magwood spin it. He was an under-the-radar QB that made a name for himself during college camp season last year but has shown that was no fluke. He continues to add to his frame and QB mechanics combined with his already laser-like arm strength. Made a move over to Carrollwood Day to start his junior campaign and will surely continue to gain interest from schools.
Under The Radar
CJ Bragg CJ Bragg 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH Cocoa | 2024 FL | WR | Class of 2024 | Cocoa | @CJBragg6
It’s simple. CJ Bragg CJ Bragg 5'11" | 170 lbs | ATH Cocoa | 2024 FL catches everything thrown his way. No matter what camp he continues to stand out and show off his advanced route running bag with sure hands. Has to be attractive to some of these Florida colleges as he continues to impress but Bragg can surely impact a school at the next level.
EJ Archield Jr | QB | Class of 2025 | Robinson | @EJArchield
Archield continues to develop and impress after recovering from a recent foot injury. It was nice to see him spin it and show off why the buzz around his recruitment is legit. He dominates the 7v7 and camp-like sessions because of his impressive frame combined with good footwork mechanics, arm strength, and ball placement. Archield picked up a big-time offer from Ole Miss in the spring and will look to continue creating buzz around his recruitment heading into the fall season. Still, plenty of time to develop and add to his bag of skills.
QBs:
Logan Rodgers | QB | Class of 2026 | Tampa Bay Tech | @loganrodgersQB
Ty’Ray Davis | QB | Class of 2024 | Wekiva | @TyrayDavis1
WR:
Lorenzo Bell Jr | WR | Class of 2024 | Rockledge | @_1krenzo
Ryan Screen | WR | Class of 2024 | Fort Meade | @s_ryanscreen
Defense:
Ja’Maree Thomas | DB | Class of 2024 | Wharton | @JamareeThomas4
Jessiah McGrew Jessiah McGrew 6'2" | 175 lbs | ATH Tallahassee FSU High | 2025 FL | DB | Class of 2025 | Florida High | @non_stop34
Markeyon Moore | DB | Class of 2024 | Columbia | @markeyon8
Simote Katoanga | DL | Class of 2026 | EC | @Motekatoanga