The Future: Next Up 2027 Prospects to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's evaluate some Underclass stock riser prospects that deserve recognition in their respective positions and classifications. This week, Prep Redzone Scout Drew Johnson will highlight instrumental recruits who have consistently produced this season. As noted frequently, Prep Redzone Florida aims to provide adequate coverage of all athletes for college coaches At All Levels and readers to evaluate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1236293' first='Luby' last='Jones'] Jr | LB | 2027 | Berkeley Prep | @jones_luby</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 stats: </strong>59 total tackles – 10.5 TFL</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more productive freshman linebackers in the area needs to be on your radar heading into the spring. Jones is listed at 6-0, 200-pounds with plenty of time for growth. With state championship experience, he will be a riser to keep an eye on this off-season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brittan Newton | LB | 2027 | Leesburg | @LaaNewt</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Newton recently made the move over to Leesburg where he'll look to add to the linebacker department. He's a versatile edge rusher type at 6-3, 193-pounds with a solid build to work with. I'm sure the Leesburg coaches are excited to use him in their schemes as he's been a notable riser in the off-season period. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='473712' first='Kingston' last='Rust'] | QB | 2027 | Goleman | @KingstonRust</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top-ranked dual-threat QBs has moved around recently but found a home in beautiful South Florida with Goleman High. This kid is listed as one of the top 2027 prospects in the state because of his immense potential. Rust has a solid frame at 6-3, 205-pounds, but the mechanics and natural arm talent is what stand out. Look out for his name to pop as we enter the spring period. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='895770' first='JD' last='Brown'] | QB | 2027 | South Walton | @JDBrownQB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown is another rising 2027 QB prospect with a solid build and will have a more important role under center for his offense. He's listed at 6-2, 176-pounds as he backed up the starter a season ago for some meaningful game experience that will be crucial this spring. He has displayed a good IQ for the position and can really sling it on film. Keep an eye out for this kid to progress. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Eric Jenkins | WR | 2027 | Crystal River | @Ejontop_2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jenkins was recently offered by Arkansas State who has a vision for his ability to progress into a college recruit. At 6-2, 185-pounds, he already has a solid frame to build on with strong hands and a nice catch radius. He's under the radar at the moment but check back this kid has the tools to make it happen. He's a versatile three-sport athlete that'll be on your radar soon enough. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Grayson Yancy | QB | 2027 | Forest | @grayson_yancey</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yancy has been a notable standout in a few off-season camps where he's continuing to put in the work to make an impact for his offense this season. Had the chance to watch him compete and was impressed with his overall footwork mechanics and accuracy skills. Decent frame with plenty of time to work on his overall game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='580104' first='Rony' last='Raposo'] | WR | Golden Gate | @1KRonyR</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid is getting some social media love because of his potential to be a real deal impact player at 6-3, 170-pounds. The UA Next All-American is one of the better 2027 wide receivers in his class and will have the chance to put that on film for college coaches this season. We have Raposo listed as a potential breakout player. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Preston Matricardi | QB | 2027 | Yulee | @PMatricardi7</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rising FSU baseball commit has proved he has the natural arm talent and is ready to show college coaches his skills are similar on the gridiron as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Keep an eye on these two. Both are explosive and versatile athletes that can make an impact in a variety of ways.&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1237578' first='Jordan' last='Jones'] | ATH | 2027 | Wekiva @30wayz_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1263710' first='Makael' last='Williams'] | ATH | 2027 | Pace @MakaelWilliams2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->