Extensive List of Available 2024 Prospects
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As the evaluation process continues, several promising prospects remain available for consideration. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top prospects that college coaches should keep an eye on. Note: College Coaches, Here Is An Extensive List of…
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Continue ReadingAs the evaluation process continues, several promising prospects remain available for consideration. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top prospects that college coaches should keep an eye on.
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QB:
Jackson Hughes | QB | 2024 | Lake Minneola | @jackson12hughes
Career stats: 185/305 (62%) – 2986 passing yards – 30 TD – 6 INT – 255.5 YPG
What a senior season Hughes has put together with his Hawks squad that is still plucking away in round 3 of the FHSAA playoffs. As his coach has stated, Hughes didn’t start a game until his varsity season where he blossomed into a leader under center while throwing for over 2500 passing yards. That’s the way to put your name on the map and show college coaches your potential to develop at the next level.
Analysis: Good footwork mechanics he uses to extend plays and deliver accurate strikes downfield. Makes the easy throws where his receivers can finish big plays on the run. He has a solid release on the ball and can zip it into tight windows when needed.
Jesse Winslette Jesse Winslette 6'6" | 215 lbs | QB Choctawhatchee | 2024 FL | QB | 2024 | Choctaw | @JesseWinslette7
Career stats: 303/578 – 5,578 All-Purpose yards – 70 TD – 16 INT – 162.5 YPG
Analysis: Productive senior for Winslette who finished with just under 2,000 yards passing, with 23 passing and 4 rushing touchdowns. Not sure how he continues to fly under the radar. Standing at 6’6, 215-pounds he’s shown good balance and the ability to make the most of his arm either in or out of the pocket. With the ability to get mobile when needed, he can impact a program early on at the next level and compete for a starting job in the right program. I’ve watched him compete in various Division I camps where he looked solid around QB prospects. Has all the tools and determination to be a Division 1 quarterback with more room to develop his mechanics.
Jackson Benton | QB | Class of 2024 | Victory | @Jackson_ben10
2023 stats: 79/150 (52%), 1033 yards, 13-4 TD-INT – 241 rushing yards
Benton has risen on my radar list since taking the starting QB position at Victory this season. He’s a decent game manager but can extend plays with his legs and stay accurate for downfield throws. Good frame at 6-2, 204 with upside and heart to compete at the next level
Aiden George | QB | 2024 | Davenport | @Aidenjge
2023 stats: 109/197 (53%) – 1530 passing yards – 16-7 TD/INT | 72 rushes – 688 rushing yards – 6 TD
George is the lifeline of the Davenport offense as he uses his arm and legs to beat opposing defenses. He had a solid off-season and has proven to be a DOG that can provide versatility at the next level.
RB:
Rashad Orr | RB | 2024 | Lake Wales | @RashadOrr4
2023 stats: 97 rushes | 920 yards | 8 TD | 9.5 yards per carry
One of the top running back prospects in Polk put on another show to help Lake Wales go undefeated during the season. Delayed but not denied. That’s the motto 2024 running back Rashad Orr has used as motivation to rack up nearly another 1,000-yard rushing season through week eight. He’s developed into one of the top prospects in the Polk County area but the senior still moves with a chip on his shoulder.
Jeffrey Duvalt | RB | Class of 2024 | Mulberry | @ohthatsdj4
2023 stats: 144 rushes – 1624 rushing yards – 20 TD
This kid will be a production piece for whoever gets his talent on the recruiting trail. He’s recorded 20+ touchdowns this season while being the engine of the LCS offense. Just check the film, good speed, vision, and balance to get it done in the rushing game at the next level.
Fentrell Graham | RB | Class of 2024 | Lake Gibson | @FentrellG
2023 stats: 138 rushes | 813 yards | 8 TD | 5.61 yards per carry
Graham has proven to be in the top 5 running back prospects in the Polk County area. Graham had the difficult task of replacing the production of former Mr. Football, Jaylon Glover. He’s held his own, finishing his senior season with over 1,000 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. The 5’11, 187-pound running back can rush between the tackles and use his speed to bounce it outside. Graham holds an offer from FAU.
Alfred Smothers | RB | Class of 2024 | Winter Haven | @underated_3k
2022 stats: 170 carries | 1201 rushing yards | 11 TD
Donavan Soloman | RB | 2024 | Frostproof | @d1_don3
Dayrel Glover | RB | 2024 | Bartow | @GloverDayrel
Nick Rowe Nick Rowe 5'9" | 215 lbs | RB Avon Park | 2024 FL | RB | Class of 2024 | Sebring | @ROWE7x
2023 stats: 41 rushes, 235 yards, 4 TD
Keyshon Tyler | RB | Class of 2024 | Haines City | @Keyshon_Tyler1
2023 stats: 121 rushes, 633 yards, 4 TD
Markel Johnson | RB | Class of 2024 | Lakeland | @Markel_johnson6
2023 stats: 72 rushes, 368 yards, 3 TD
Johnson is a bowling ball of a running back prospect who hardly goes down on the first carry. He’s battled through an injury-bugged Dreadnaught season and has shown to be a reliable back who gets positive yardage more than often.
Travis Kerney Travis Kerney 5'11" | 205 lbs | RB Sebring | 2024 FL | RB | Class of 2024 | Sebring | @Travis44880514
2023 stats: 71 rushes, 406 yards, 5 TD
WR:
Jamar Taylor Jr Jamar Taylor Jr 6'1" | 205 lbs | WR Lakeland | 2024 FL . | WR | 2024 | Lakeland | @JamarTaylorJr1
2023 stats: 37 receptions – 524 yards – 5 TD
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 has been one of the top WR prospects in the area because of his bag of skills. Has potential Power 5 ability with time left to generate buzz with production in the playoffs.
Rick Penick | WR | 2024 | Lakeland | @rick_p7
Penick is still on the market and has the skill sets to make it happen at the Division 1 level. He recently decommitted from Western Michigan but shouldn’t be on the market for too long.
Kordell Lewis | 2024 | WR | Lake Gibson | @kordell_lewis
There’s no doubt I think this kid can make an impact at the next level. Good speed, frame, hands, and big-play ability.
2023 stats: 26 receptions – 445 yards – 6 TD – 638 All Purpose yards
Ora Farlow | WR | 2024 | Winter Haven | @OraFarlow4
This kid is a slot demon ready to get it in at the next level. Real slick footwork and quickness make him hard to stay in front of.
Ryan Screen | WR | 2024 | Fort Meade | @s_ryanscreen
Tahjae Mcqueen | WR | Class of 2024 | Haines City | @TahjaeMcqueen10
Mcqueen gives off that DOG energy each time I see him. He moved over to Haines City High for his senior season but has shown off good route-running skills
Carmelo Henderson | WR/DB | 2024 | @Carmeloh23
OL:
Caleb Stokes | OL | 2024 | Lakeland | @Big_Tex51
The teammate and friend of the dominant Darian Anderson, Stokes excels in his own right. The state-champion offensive guard displayed his talent and skill set while competing against both linebackers and defensive edge rushers. Really good bend and knows how to use his hands. Three aspects of his game: power, explosiveness, and versatility. Stokes is learning techniques from the well-known offensive line coach Koty Hix.
Tristan Black | OL | 2024 | Lake Gibson | @Tristanblack111
A lot of positives for the 6’6, 270-pound OT Tristan Black who is one of the most vocal kids on the roster. He has good explosiveness, decent technique and doesn’t shy from competition. He’ll get beat as everyone will but isn’t hesitant to line it back up to get after it.
Defense:
Johnquae Richardson | LB | 2024 | Lakes Wales | @stayhumble_quay
2023 stats: 99 total tackles, 26.0 TFL, 4.0 sacks, 11.0 TPG
Richardson is a beast in person who flies all over the field and was one of the primary reasons teams couldn’t get anything going in the run game on Friday night. One of the top linebacker prospects is beginning to emerge as an interesting prospect for the next level. He led the state in total tackles last season and is on track to be in the top total tackles again this year though he plays with two other dominant tacklers.
Trey’On Ellington | LB | 2024 | Winter Haven | @TreyEllington
2023 stats: 63 total tackles, 6.0 TFL
Ellington has been the engine of the Blue Devils’ defense this season and had some big-time performances as a game-changer. For sure a player who can contribute at the next level for some of the local Florida schools.
DJ Galva | DB | 2024 | Bartow | @dgalva9
Galva has developed into a lockdown defensive back that’s trending toward the next level. Still, he provided a much-needed offensive spark for the Yellow Jackets to complete an exciting second-half comeback. One of the top 2024 athletes on the market in the Polk County area.
Messiah Marlow | LB | 2024 | Lake Wales | @MarlowMessiah
2023 stats: 53 total tackles, 16.0 TFL, 5.0 sacks, 8.8 TPG
Marlow has had a productive session as he is constantly in the backfield or assisting on a tackle. It was good to see Marlow in person, he has a good frame and motor that will help him produce for a college at the next level. Plays the game fearless but has decent technique, impressed with his upside.
Timothy Jones | LB | 2024 | Mulberry | @timothyjones_jr
2023 stats: 107 total tackles, 20.0 TFL, 4.0 sacks, 11.9 TPG
The tackle leader of the Mulberry Panthers defense has shocked the city this season with how well-coached and passionate the team has played together despite many tough seasons. Jones is another sleeper linebacker prospect who has a decent frame and has continued to produce good stats.
Jaylen Evans | DL | 2024 | Lake Gibson | @JaylenE4412
2023 stats: 38 total tackles, 11.0 TFL, 3.0 sacks
Evans has proved to be one of the top defensive tackles and best available 2024 prospects in the Polk area with double-digit tackles for loss through week 8. He’s a 6’3, 250-pound versatile lineman who can cause havoc on opposing offensive lines. College coaches, check the film. He’s a good upside prospect with room to add weight.
Ladarrius Davis | DL | 2024 | Bartow | @LadarriusD25
2023 stats: 61 total tackles, 12.0 TFL, 8.0 sacks
An underrated production piece for the Yellow Jackets’ defense is a tackle-for-loss machine who finds himself in the opposing team’s backfield more than often. Decent size but plenty of upside to play the game at the college level.
Treston Ward | LB | 2024 | Frostproof | @Trestonnward1
Quantavious Calloway | 2024 | ATH | Winter Haven | @CoveBoiiQue
EXTRAS:
Dawon Reid | TE | 2024 | Lake Region | @dawon3k
Janius Taylor | WR | 2024 | Bartow | @HumbledNias
Ja’tavious Scaife | ATH | 2024 | Winter Haven | @makeemgocrazy1
Tranell Smith | WR | 2024 | Bartow | @TSJ_11
Josiah Lazano | WR | 2024 | Fort Meade | @josiah_lozano3
Omari Mixon | DE/TE | 2024 | Lakeland | @omarimixon
Anthony Cash | WR | 2024 | George Jenkins | @1take_ant17
Tyvion Buford | WR | 2024 | George Jenkins | @TyvionBuford
Joshua Petition | ATH | 2024 | Winter Haven | @petionjoshua