Polk County Trenches Spotlight Series

[player_tooltip player_id='1671138' first='Santana' last='Harvey'] | DE | 2027 | Lakeland | @santanaharvey_0   At 6-5, 225, Harvey is turning heads as one of the fastest-rising edge defenders in Florida. Already listed as a four-star, and the buzz is real. With his long frame, first-step quickness, and natural pass-rush ability, expect a monster junior campaign in the heart of Lakeland's defense.   [player_tooltip player_id='1788614' first='Zatorien' last='Vilsaint'] | OL | 2026 | Lakeland | @ZATORIENV54   Vilsaint continues to cement himself as one of the Dreadnaughts' most reliable trench guys. His performance at the Main Event Camp stood out — great anchor, balance in pass pro, and physical hands. He's built for Saturday football.   Brody Davis | OL | 2027 | Santa Fe | @BrodyDavis08   Already benching 330+ and squatting over 550, Davis is putting up grown-man numbers in the weight room and it's translating to the field. At 6-1, 285, he's tough, smart, and locked in. Coaches: this is one of Polk's hardest workers with real upside.   [player_tooltip player_id='1692347' first='Aiden' last='Toney'] | OL | 2027 | Sebring | @AidenT25   Toney's making noise this offseason. With D1 offers rolling in, the 6-5, 300-pound lineman has answered the call at every camp. He brings the strength, aggression, and work ethic you want in a foundational OL prospect. More schools will follow.   BJ Alston | ATH | 2026 | Lake Wales | @alston_bj   A throwback football player who gets it done on both sides. Whether it's short-yardage runs or setting the edge on D, the 6-0, 240-pound Alston brings the grit. Expect a breakout year with more touches and trench work.   [player_tooltip player_id='1720419' first='Levi' last='Peeples'] | OL | 2026 | Bartow | @levipeeples77   Toughness, strength, and the mentality of a mauler. Peeples continues to rise thanks to his wrestling background, footwork, and tenacity. At 6-3, 285, he's developing fast and has college lineman written all over him.   Simeon Hogan | DE | 2026 | Plant City | @SimeonHogan11   Hogan's size-speed combo is legit. The 6-4, 200-pound edge rusher has natural twitch and bend, making him tough to block in space. South Dakota is already on board, and more schools will follow this fall if he keeps stacking reps.   Kendric Stacy | DT | 2026 | Bartow | @StaceyKendric23   Stacy dominated the trenches last season with 8.5 sacks and a high motor. At 6-1, 250, he brings physicality, quickness, and leadership to Bartow's defensive front. A true grinder with a ceiling that's still rising.   Jordan Phillips | DE | 2028 | Winter Haven | @JordanPhillipsp   One of the more intriguing young trench prospects in Polk County, Phillips is just starting to tap into his full potential. At 6-3, 190 pounds, he brings a long, athletic frame with the versatility to line up on both sides of the ball. While he's capable of making plays at receiver, his future may lie on defense—where his burst off the edge, length, and movement skills give him serious upside   Oscar Valdez | LB/DE | 2026 | Plant City | @Oscar5Valdez   Versatile and relentless. Valdez posted 6.0 sacks, 8 hurries, and 50+ tackles in 2023. Whether lining up as a stand-up edge or hand-in-the-dirt, he plays with burst and controlled aggression. Underrated but rising.   [player_tooltip player_id='689616' first='Frankie' last='Lastinger'] | DL/OL | 2027 | Lake Wales | @frankiethegoat2   One of Lake Wales' most improved trench players. Listed at 6-1, 250, Lastinger flashes powerful hands and a fast get-off. Could see meaningful snaps this fall as he continues to grow into a complete lineman.   [player_tooltip player_id='1632434' first='Josiah' last='Grant'] | DL | 2026 | George Jenkins | @JosiahGrantu_44   Grant brings energy and hunger to the D-line. At 6-1, 210, he may not wow with size, but his competitive fire and quickness make him a handful. Big chip on his shoulder — plays like he's got something to prove every snap.   Elliot Ortiz | DT | 2026 | George Jenkins | @5stxrElliot   Strongest in the weight room. At 5-10, 250, Ortiz brings powerful leverage and effort to the middle. Coaches rave about his leadership and motor. Expect him to make a jump in production this fall.   Tyrin Goode | DL | 2026 | George Jenkins | @tyringoode80   Another slept-on Eagle with real game. Goode is a plug-and-play trench piece who produces and fights through blocks. Could be in for his best year yet.   Best of the Rest (Still Names to Know):   Stcheevy Bonhomme | DL | Ridge | @ypkzo1804   Underrated but disruptive — racked up 7.0 sacks in 2023 and brings physicality every rep.   John Barnes | OL | Bartow | @barnzee55   A developing name to keep circled from the Bartow area. Solid base and showing technical flashes.   Jerzey Lighten | DL | 2027 | Davenport | @jerzeyshore0   6-4, 290 with 4.0 sacks as a young prospect. Big frame and tools. Keep watching.