Flying Under the Radar: 2026 Prospects You’re Not Watching

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.   Bear Siegal – SS/RB – North Bay Haven High   6'0", 180 lbs   Evaluation: Siegal is a tough, blue-collar two-way player who brings elite physicality and mental toughness to the football field. A decorated varsity wrestler with over 150 wins and a #4 state ranking, his leverage, hand usage, and tackling angles are elite for a high school defensive back. As a strong safety, he excels downhill, delivering hits with a low center of gravity and excellent pad level. His frame and weight-room numbers show his dedication—235 bench and 315 squat are standout numbers for his size. He diagnoses the run quickly, takes smart pursuit angles, and rarely misses tackles in space. Offensively, he's a physical runner who earns yards after contact, though his defensive upside is more college-ready. With his wrestling background and toughness, Siegal projects as an enforcer in the box and a special teams standout early at the next level.   [player_tooltip player_id='1369092' first='Caleb' last='Sartori'] – SS – Niceville High   6'0", 190 lbs   Evaluation: Sartori is an explosive strong safety who plays with violence and intelligence. His 5 sacks from the secondary jump off the tape—he times blitzes extremely well, hits with authority, and finishes plays. At 6'0”, 190 lbs, he's already built like a college safety, and he brings a downhill presence in run support. He processes quickly, sniffs out screens, and plays with a physical edge that energizes his defense. In coverage, he's quick enough to track tight ends and backs and has the strength to re-route them in press. His 4.5 GPA reflects a high academic ceiling, and he plays with the discipline of a high-IQ defender. Sartori fits best in a hybrid SS/LB role at the next level, particularly in a 4-2-5 system where he can blitz, hit, and cover short zones.   [player_tooltip player_id='1580946' first='Jamari' last='Ritter'] – ATH – ABF Academy   5'9", 165 lbs   Evaluation: Ritter is a scrappy, high-energy athlete who does a little bit of everything. His defensive stat line (43 tackles, 3 sacks, 1 INT) shows his versatility—he's fast enough to cover, aggressive enough to blitz, and plays with nonstop effort. Though undersized at 5'9”, he's fearless, taking on bigger players and delivering clean tackles. On offense, he's a useful gadget player with good acceleration and balance—capable of turning the corner on jet sweeps or getting separation in short routes. His versatility is his best asset: he impacts all three phases, contributes on special teams, and makes hustle plays that change momentum. While he may project best as a nickel or special teams ace, his attitude and motor give him a real shot to carve out a role at the next level.   Isaiah Noel – DB – Gateway High   5'10", 168 lbs   Evaluation: Noel is a ball-hawking defensive back with solid speed, good instincts, and a knack for turning defense into offense. His 3 interceptions and 1 forced fumble in one season reflect strong anticipation and a quick reaction time, particularly in zone looks. He tracks the ball well in the air and plays with confidence in coverage. At 5'10”, he's physical at the point of contact and delivers clean form tackles—he's not afraid to come downhill and get involved in run support, as his 46 tackles and 2 TFLs demonstrate. His play recognition allows him to diagnose routes and break quickly on short passes. Noel profiles best as a high-IQ safety or nickel DB who can create turnovers and play with discipline on the back end.   [player_tooltip player_id='1403789' first='Luke' last='Redmile'] – DB/ATH – Central High   5'8", 160 lbs   Evaluation: Redmile is a compact, instinctive defensive back who consistently finds himself around the football. Despite being undersized, he makes up for it with excellent ball skills and game awareness. His 4 interceptions—two of them returned for touchdowns—highlight his ability to read quarterbacks and jump routes with timing and confidence. He's a reliable tackler who takes smart angles and isn't afraid of contact. A true student of the game, his 4.0 GPA shows his discipline carries over into the classroom. He also contributes as a punter, averaging nearly 27 yards per kick, proving his value in multiple phases. Redmile is a gritty competitor and a coach's dream—a player who maximizes his ability and finds ways to impact the game. He projects as a high-effort nickel DB or special teams ace with long-term developmental upside.

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.