Summer Stock Risers: Prospects to Watch in 2024

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>Florida has long been a hotbed of high school football talent. Annually, Florida produces some of the nation's top prospects. Florida athletes are known for their speed, agility, and raw athleticism. These prospects have made names for themselves and have caught the attention of coaches and scouts at the collegiate level. With the 2024 season on the horizon, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><em>These players are all talented and have college-level abilities. Some of these players have a few offers, but all of them have the ability to play college football at some level.There are some big-time, highly rated prospects and several sleeper prospects who should all be getting looks for the next level. This list is full of stud prospects.Prep Redzone Florida will always support every player on their journey to playing college football.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Dominick Smith, DE/LB- Merritt Island High c/o 25</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>6'0 200lbs&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Smith was a bright spot for Merritt Island in 2023. He finished with 54 tackles, four tackles for loss, one sack, and a fumble recovery. Smith is a linebacker/edge player who shows some range off the edge, flashes the ability to time his blitz, and has the ability to use his hands to fight off blockers and get to the ball. Smith is also a two-time state qualifier in wrestling.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/15993112/Dominick-Smith">https://www.hudl.com/profile/15993112/Dominick-Smith</a></em><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1324042' first='Kyle' last='Nilsson'], DE- New Smyrna Beach High c/o 25</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>6'3 230lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Nilsson is one of the most versatile defensive ends in the Volusia County area. He can play tight end at the next level or defensive end. As a tight end, he's a rugged blocker who plays nasty. On the defensive side of the ball, he finished with 47 tackles, six tackles for loss, and 14 sacks! He's an all-around prospect who shows pass rush ability, physicality, and heavy hands to rock back blockers. He's a smart player who doesn't get caught out of position and plays with good short-area agility and quickness. Coaches need to take notice of this athlete quickly. Nilsson picked up his first offer from St. Andrew's University on May 16th.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><em><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16187876/Kyle-Nilsson">https://www.hudl.com/profile/16187876/Kyle-Nilsson</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Patrick MacMullan, ATH- St. Edward's High c/o 25</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>6'2 220lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>MacMullan is a first-team All-State prospect that I believe will have a big season in 2024. He played a big part on offense and defense and helped lead the Pirates to the semifinals of the state playoffs last season. He finished with 49 tackles, five tackles for loss, and six sacks. On offense, he had 20 receptions for 277 yards and three touchdowns. MacMullan has a lot of length and a big wingspan. He shows speed rush abilities to turn the corner and has a high motor, good awareness, and closing burst. On offense, he shows natural hands. He can move out in space, breaks tackles, and runs with authority with the ball in his hands. He's an intriguing prospect that I think will double his production this season easily.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><em><a href="https://access.qwikcut.com/highlights/65b29a70098552426944fab9">https://access.qwikcut.com/highlights/65b29a70098552426944fab9</a></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1232528' first='Al' last='Oliver'], OL- Riverview High c/o 25</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>6'5 290lbs</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Oliver is a player whose stock has been on the rise since January. He has picked up five Division 1 offers from Eastern Kentucky, Gardner-Webb, Jackson State, North Carolina A&amp;T, and Bryant University. Oliver has a large frame, long arms, and excels in the run game, showing a great first step and powerful hands. He has the prototypical tackle build. He demonstrates some ability to get to the second level, which is very impressive for a player of his size.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/1597651</em></strong><em>5/Aljonon-oliver</em><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->