Sleeper Alert: 2026 Prospects Flying Under the Radar

Shannon Jordan April 16, 2025 @ 10:17 AM

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 2025 season getting closer, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.   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.   [player_tooltip player_id='1626886' first='Iggy' last='Zulaica'], Center/Defensive Tackle – Cardinal Newman High   Height/Weight: 6'1", 260 lbs   Evaluation: Zulaica is the type of tone-setter every coach wants anchoring the trenches. He's technically sharp, emotionally mature, and flat-out dominant — allowing zero sacks and committing no penalties all year. Whether he's holding the line at center or blowing up plays as a defensive tackle, Iggy brings unmatched toughness, smarts, and leadership. A true two-way warrior with Ivy League-level academics and blue-collar grit.   [player_tooltip player_id='929629' first='Johnny' last='Williams'], Defensive Tackle – Lakewood High   Height/Weight: 6'0", 260 lbs   Evaluation: Williams brings strength and physicality to the heart of the defense. With 60 tackles and four sacks, he consistently disrupts run plays and collapses the pocket. A steady presence on the interior, Johnny's combination of leverage and motor makes him tough to block for four quarters. Classic gap plugger who can also get upfield.   [player_tooltip player_id='212263' first='Jamari' last='Vaughn'], Edge – Port Charlotte High   Height/Weight: 6'0", 230 lbs   Evaluation: Vaughn plays fast and aggressive, flying off the edge with a relentless motor. He's equally effective in pursuit or setting the edge, with 11 tackles for loss showing his backfield disruption. He may not have elite length, but his get-off, hand usage, and production give him major upside as a stand-up edge or hybrid defender.   [player_tooltip player_id='1395813' first='J'air' last='Speaks'], Defensive Tackle – Parrish Community High   Height/Weight: 5'9", 230 lbs   Evaluation: Don't let the size fool you — Speaks is explosive off the ball and has a knack for slipping into the backfield. His quick first step and natural leverage make him a problem for slower interior linemen. He's undersized, but he plays with leverage, burst, and effort. A sneaky disruptive force in the middle of the defense.   [player_tooltip player_id='1395807' first='Sean' last='Sierra'], Nose Guard – Doral Academy   Height/Weight: 5'9", 240 lbs   Evaluation: Sierra is a squatty, powerful interior lineman with a wrestler's build and a workhorse mentality. Whether he's eating double teams on defense or moving piles on offense, his low center of gravity and effort level stand out. Coaches rave about his toughness and leadership in the weight room. A true grinder who makes life easier for his teammates.

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 2025 season getting closer, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.