Riser Watch: Fast Rising Recruits To Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the 7v7 season begins to take off and college camps follow close behind, our scout Drew Johnson will be on the move to track down Real Deal Stock Risers and Players to Watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='400864' first='Landen' last='Holley'] | QB | 2027 | Wesley Chapel | @LandenHolleyQB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top 2027 QBs in the country is <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='400864' first='Landen' last='Holley']</strong> who has picked up three big-time offers from schools in Florida (USF, UCF, Florida). That's something to be proud of having limited high school game film but it's also a testament to what coaches see in his upside. Good frame with time to add weight but possesses good footwork mechanics and agility to move around combined with good vision and solid throwing mechanics.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Malik Morris | ATH | 2026 | Lakeland | @MalikMoriss43_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Recent offers: Miami, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, Florida&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have found a true Power 5 recruit and guaranteed playmaker at the next level in Lakeland's 2026 Malik Morris. Who knew this kid could run the ball so effectively? Head coach Marvin Frazier who watched him day in and day out at practice made a smart decision to start letting Morris tote the rock earlier in the regular season. Morris is a BEAST at linebacker but the sophomore could have a future running the football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Arieus Finley | RB | 2027 |&nbsp; @ArieusFinleyJr5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 7v7 period allows for scouts to get eyes on kids from various areas and this weekend I had the opportunity to watch a premier 2027 RB prospect in Arieus Finley go to work. It's evident this kid is explosive and athletic just looking at his frame but to watch him work out the slot and use his hands and run-after-catch abilities was something I had to note. He's currently the No. 1 ranked running back in Kansas for his class. Look out for the offers to start rolling in with more eyes on his game with spring on the horizon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Simeon Caldwell | LB | 2026 | Bolles | @Sim_C24</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A rising premier 2026 linebacker has gotten lots of attention during the off-season because of his versatile playing abilities and college-ready frame. He's one of the top fast rising recruits in the North Florida area to keep an eye on. At 6-3, 185-pounds, this kid has a lot of upside and potential to be an impact player at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1247537' first='Darryon' last='Williams'] | ATH | 2026 | Gaither | @DarryonWilliam8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A notable riser that has been noted as a top 3 athlete in the 2025 class. Williams was ultra-productive while finding himself in the end zone 11 times a season ago. He's set for a big-time off-season period where he can show off his versatility and lock in some college offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Adam Balogoun | LB | 2026 | The Benjamin School | @A10_got_game</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>College coaches need to get eyes on this kid asap. He's been one of the notable 7v7 performers this offseason who is gaining major traction on the recruiting scene.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='827387' first='Jovarious' last='Lundy'] | 2025 | Carrollwood Day | @jovarious_lund9</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Have watched this kid perform a few times at 7v7 off-season events and he has been a notable defensive standout various times. It started with a productive summer heading into the 2023 season and he's only advanced since then. Keep an eye on Lundy to continue developing his frame and technique.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1134246' first='Juan' last='Berchal'] | DB | 2025 | Seminole | @JuanBerchal</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talented defensive back prospect that has picked up big-time Power 5 offers. Let's watch out for his progression in the off-season and how he performs during the 7v7/Camp period.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->