Names You Need to Know: Class of 2026 Standouts

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='1263647' first='Travis' last='Pinkard'] – RB/ATH – Middleburg High   5'8", 185 lbs | 95 carries, 517 yards, 6 TDs   Evaluation: Pinkard is a compact, shifty back with excellent foot quickness and low center of gravity. At 5'8”, 185, he's built to navigate traffic between the tackles while still being elusive enough to bounce runs outside. His short-area burst stands out on tape, often making the first defender miss with a quick lateral cut or sudden stop-and-go movement. With 517 rushing yards on 95 carries, he averaged over 5 yards per touch—impressive production for a team-first runner. He's effective in space, can contribute on swing passes and screens, and plays with toughness despite his size. While he may not be a high-volume back at the next level, Pinkard profiles as a dynamic change-of-pace RB or special teams return threat who brings instant energy.   [player_tooltip player_id='1395794' first='Ayden' last='Passley'] – WR/TE/DE – Jupiter High   6'4", 215 lbs | 3.9 GPA | 12 rec, 112 yards, 1 TD | 4 D1 offers this Spring   Evaluation: Passley is a long, rangy athlete who's just beginning to scratch the surface of his potential. At 6'4”, he brings mismatch potential as a hybrid WR/TE, especially in red zone or seam route situations. His frame and catch radius stand out—he's the kind of target quarterbacks can throw open. On defense, he's developing as a defensive end and flashes intriguing tools: length, raw strength, and pursuit motor. Though still learning the technical side of hand placement and leverage, the physical upside is clearly there. Coaches love his versatility—he can line up at multiple spots on both sides of the ball. With a 3.9 GPA and 4 D1 offers already, he's on the radar as a high-upside edge/TE who could explode with further development and weight-room growth.   [player_tooltip player_id='1395789' first='Chris' last='Newman-Hall'] – DB/WR – Blake High   5'11", 175 lbs | 559 squat, 405 deadlift | 16 rec, 346 yds, 3 TDs | 12 tackles, 1 sack, 1 INT   Evaluation: Newman-Hall is a powerfully built, two-way athlete whose strength numbers leap off the page—squatting 559 and deadlifting 405 is elite for a 175-pound athlete. That power translates well to the field, especially in contested catches and physical coverage at defensive back. Offensively, he's a field-stretching receiver with solid production (346 yards, 3 TDs) and the strength to run through arm tackles after the catch. Defensively, he closes quickly and is not afraid to deliver a hit—his sack and interception show both his range and aggression. He could develop into a strong safety or big slot receiver depending on how he continues to grow. A high-ceiling athlete with a physical edge, weight room work ethic, and multi-position upside.   [player_tooltip player_id='1580935' first='Blake' last='Mottley'] – ATH/S/RB – Horizon High   6'0", 175 lbs | 3.3 GPA | 54 carries, 214 yds, 4 TDs | 6 rec, 86 yds | 32 tackles, 1 FF   Evaluation: Mottley is a versatile, instinctive player who contributes in all three phases. On offense, he's a compact runner with good vision and quick feet—his 4 rushing TDs and additional 86 yards through the air make him a reliable option in space. On defense, he plays with great urgency and solid open-field tackling form, notching 32 tackles and a forced fumble while often matching up in coverage. His 6'0” frame gives him the length to play safety or outside nickel, and his physicality supports potential special teams value. Coaches will love his willingness to play wherever needed. Mottley may project best as a hybrid strong safety or third-down back, with the tools to develop into a reliable contributor at the next level.   RJ Mosley – ATH – Cardinal Mooney High   5'10", 160 lbs | 3.3 GPA | 28 carries, 293 yds, 1 TD | 11 rec, 171 yds, 2 TDs | Offer: Sacramento State   Evaluation: Mosley is a lightning-quick playmaker with big-play ability and suddenness that defenses struggle to contain. His production on limited touches is explosive—averaging over 10 yards per carry and over 15 yards per reception. Whether taking jet sweeps, lining up out wide, or leaking out of the backfield, Mosley creates instant separation and forces missed tackles in the open field. He also flashes excellent vision and patience behind blocks. His first D1 offer from Sacramento State is likely the first of several, as his tape shows legit speed and burst. While he'll need to add strength to take the next step physically, Mosley projects well as a slot WR, return specialist, or gadget back who can take the top off a defense or flip field position in a flash.

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.