Rising 2027 Watchlist: Wideouts Deserving Attention Series

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1692894' first='Romeo' last='Sararo'] | Aubrey Rogers</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state's top statistical WR in the 2027 class last season, Sararo posted 1,041 yards and 13 touchdowns. A smooth 6-0, 177-pound technician who runs clean routes and consistently finds space. He's polished, productive, and positioned for another monster year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1671167' first='Braylyn' last='Simmons'] | Mainland</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Simmons is quietly one of the top rising names in Central Florida. He finished with 886 yards and 9 touchdowns, and the 6-0, 180-pound receiver is now seeing early D1 attention. With his mix of size and separation ability, he could be in for a huge fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1695068' first='Davy' last='Murphy'] III | Central Florida Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A hidden gem in the 2027 class, Murphy is one of the state's most efficient receivers. He averaged 27.73 yards per catch—the highest among Florida 2027s—while tallying 832 yards, 10 TDs, and 3 return touchdowns. Big play threat every time he touches it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Antwon Brown | Fivay</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tough, crisp, and competitive—Brown is a relentless route runner who can separate and finish. His 804 yards and 11 touchdowns last season speak to his playmaking skill, and he's poised for a big junior year in Hudson. One of Fivay's most exciting weapons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Nazir Pitchford | Palmetto</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pitchford is earning his due, recently picking up an FBS offer from Arkansas State after a 752-yard, 9-TD season. He's a strong route runner with natural body control and has clearly caught the eye of college scouts. Expect his recruiting to keep building.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bryce Norflee | Umatilla</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Norflee was off to a hot start before an injury limited him to just 7 games—but he still posted 685 receiving yards, 9 TDs, 3 INTs on defense, and 38 catches. That kind of two-way impact is rare, and if he stays healthy, he'll remind people quickly why he's a dude.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Trevor Jacobs | Lincoln</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jacobs will fly under the radar no more as he delivered 600+ yards and 7 touchdowns last season with a solid offseason buzz to go with it. Expect a major jump from this North Florida standout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1563215' first='Zion' last='Vilma'] | Dr. Joaquin Garcia</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vilma is one of the premier 2027s in the group. He's got smooth hands, crafty release work off the line, and is constantly finding space. If he keeps developing physically, he'll be one of the more recruited receivers in the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->