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Fast Rising Prospects To Watch This Offseason

Fast Rising Prospects To Watch This Offseason
Andrew Johnson
Andrew Johnson February 26, 2025 @ 11:16 AM
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Taihj Moore
Taihj Moore 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB | 2028
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Dylan Wester
Dylan Wester 5'9" | 160 lbs | WR/ATH | 2026
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Rhys Woodrow
Rhys Woodrow 6'4" | 300 lbs | OL | 2026
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Barrett Schulz
Barrett Schulz 6'5" | 180 lbs | WR | 2026
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Li’Darious Pryor
Li’Darious Pryor 5'10" | 205 lbs | RB | 2026
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Trenton Gummer
Trenton Gummer 5'10" | 170 lbs | DB/ATH | 2026
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Javar Bowden
Javar Bowden 6'7" | 195 lbs | TE | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='869383' first='Javar' last='Bowden'] | TE/WR | 2026 | @BowdenJavar</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bowden is a versatile pass-catcher who has the frame and skill set to play outside or slide into a flex tight end role. As he continues to grow, his physical development will be something to watch. He's got the speed to stretch the field and the ball skills to be a major red-zone weapon. With strong hands and a wide catch radius, he consistently makes plays in traffic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1632415' first='Dylan' last='Wester'] | ATH | 2026 | Booker | @Wester3Dylan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wester's name has been climbing up recruiting boards, and his showing at UA Orlando only reinforced his rising stock. He displayed smooth route-running, natural hands, and the burst to separate from defenders. At 5-10, 160 pounds, he's still adding to his frame, but his quickness and ability to create after the catch stood out. With another year of film to put together, his recruiting interest should only continue to grow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368993' first='Li'Darious' last='Pryor'] | RB | 2026 | Evans | @LidariousP</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pryor has shown off a great combination of vision, burst, and balance through contact makes him a dangerous playmaker. Expect a huge senior campaign to push him further onto the radar of major programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1870925' first='Taihj' last='Moore'] | ATH | 2028 | Deland | @TaihjMoore</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore is on the fast track to becoming a well known 2028 recruit. He's coming off a dominant season where he rushed for 1,380 yards and 19 touchdowns while also making plays in the passing game. His versatility makes him a matchup nightmare, and his ability to impact the game in multiple ways sets him apart. As he gains more exposure, expect his stock to skyrocket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tony “Dook” Brown | WR | 2028 | @DookBrown305</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown made one of the most impressive grabs of the day, showcasing his strong hands and natural body control. The young playmaker already holds three offers and is gaining momentum as one of the top 2028 wideouts to watch. He's logged varsity snaps, which has fast-tracked his development. Expect his name to continue buzzing throughout the offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1251761' first='Trenton' last='Gummer'] | DB | 2026 | Bishop Moore | @trentongummer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gummer continues to prove that size isn't everything when it comes to being a lockdown corner. At 5-10, 171 pounds, he has elite coverage skills and posted a blazing 4.48 40-yard dash at the event. He's one of the best pure cover corners in Central Florida, consistently matching up against top receivers and shutting them down. After a tough junior season that started with an injury, he's ready for a major breakout senior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1629787' first='Rhys' last='Woodrow'] | OL | 2026 | Boone | @rhyswoodrow57</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woodrow's dominance in the trenches has already earned him offers from Miami, UCF, Georgia Tech, and Coastal Carolina. His combination of size, strength, and technical ability makes him one of the premier offensive linemen in the 2026 class. He played a crucial role in Boone's success last season, and his physicality stands out on tape. Another offseason of refinement should only add to his growing offer list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Derrick McBride | WR | 2026 | Lake Gibson | @dmcbridejr_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McBride continues to raise his stock with each passing event, and UA Orlando was no different. He's polished as a route-runner, getting in and out of breaks cleanly, and his hands are as reliable as they come. He's still filling out his frame, but his ability to create separation and make contested catches makes him a dangerous weapon. Expect his recruitment to heat up as he puts more work on film.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Carl Jean-Bart | WR | 2026 | Evans | @CarlJB26</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jean-Bart emerged as one of the top receiving threats in Polk county last season, leading in yards and making a name for himself as a go-to playmaker. Now transferring to Evans, he'll be looking to elevate his recruitment even further. His ability to make plays after the catch and stretch defenses vertically makes him a tough cover for DBs. With his stock on the rise, more programs should be taking notice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>David Coleman | DB | 2027 | Seminole | @DavidLColemanJ2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coleman is a name college coaches need to start circling. The 2027 defensive back has ideal length, fluid movement, and the instincts to break on the ball with authority. He put together a strong performance at UA Orlando, showcasing his ability to lock down receivers and disrupt passing lanes. His recruitment is just getting started, but expect it to pick up steam as he continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1581751' first='Barrett' last='Schulz'] | WR | 2026 | Lake Mary | @BarrettSchulz</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schulz is an intriguing prospect at 6-6, and his production backs up the measurables. Schulz has moved over to Lake Mary, where his stock should continue to rise. With his catch radius and sure hands, he's a big-bodied target that quarterbacks love to throw to.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Collin Henderson | QB | 2027 | Plant City | @collin_cj12</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Polk County is producing a wave of talented quarterbacks, and Henderson is right at the forefront. Now at Plant City, he displayed impressive arm strength, natural mechanics, and poise under pressure. His ball placement was a highlight, showing his ability to throw with accuracy in tight windows. As a rising sophomore, he's still developing, but the foundation is there for him to be a top signal-caller in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Javar Bowden Javar Bowden Javar Bowden 6'7" | 195 lbs | TE Panama City Bay | 2026 State FL | TE/WR | 2026 | @BowdenJavar

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