Fast Rising Prospects to Get Eyes On

<!-- 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>At 6-6, 190 pounds, Schulz is a matchup problem—plain and simple. He's not just a tall red-zone target; he runs sharp routes, understands leverage, and moves well for his size. Also doesn't shy away from blocking, which adds value in every down situation. He's trending up fast with another big season looming.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aaron Johnson | ATH | 2027 | Rickards | @Aljjunior2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of North Florida's fastest-rising 2027s. Johnson has the early D1 looks and is just starting to scratch the surface. He's twitchy, explosive, and when he fully grows into his frame, his technique and tools could separate him from the pack. Big projection upside here.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jordan Young | DB | 2027 | Lakeland | @jordanyoung_05</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already built like a college DB at 6-2, 180, Young plays with physicality and great ball skills. He's confident in man coverage, shows good instincts when tracking the ball, and embraces contact. Currently a four-star for a reason—and still climbing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kyren Caldwell | WR | 2027 | Columbia | @CaldwellKyren</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A smooth developing route runner in the 2027 class. Caldwell knows how to find space in coverage, tracks the ball naturally, and gets in and out of breaks with ease. He's savvy beyond his years and should continue building momentum this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Daionte Hicks | ATH | 2026 | Buchholz | @DJ_Hicks2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more electric 2026s in Florida. Hicks clocked a 4.41 40 and has the versatility to play on either side of the ball. His burst off the line and change of direction give DBs fits, and he's got the ball skills to make tough catches in traffic. If he cleans up the technical side, he's a serious threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Daveyon Epps | ATH | 2028 | Clearwater Central Catholic | @DaveyonEpps</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This 2028 RB is the next in line at CCC. Tough, explosive, and built for Friday nights already. He runs behind his pads, breaks tackles with ease, and has the acceleration to take any run the distance. Don't let the youth fool you—Epps plays grown-man football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brody Wyman | WR/TE | 2026 | Cardinal Mooney | @BrodyWyman_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6-4, 215, Wyman blends size and speed well for a hybrid WR/TE. He's reliable in the middle of the field and can stretch vertically when needed. Showed well at The Crown—strong hands, good catch radius, and the physical traits to be a college-level flex tight end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colton Outzen | ATH | 2028 | @colton_outzen</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the more advanced young route runners we've seen this offseason in the 14U ranks. Outzen just gets open. He manipulates DBs with head fakes and timing, has excellent body control, and dominates 50/50 balls. When his team needed a play, they went to him. He's built different.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='866791' first='Noah' last='Patell'] | WR | 2028 | @noahpatell2028</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Patell has been a go-to guy in the 7v7 setting. He knows how to attack soft zones and beat defenders deep with sneaky speed. His hands are reliable, and he's comfortable working all levels of the field. One of the rising young receivers we evaluated this spring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->