On the Rise: 2028 Standouts Ready to Make Their Mark

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Prep Redzone Florida will always support every player on their journey to playing college football.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Jackson Langston</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position:</em></strong> Wide Receiver / Defensive Back<br><strong><em>School:</em></strong> Cambridge Christian Academy (FL)<br><strong><em>Height/Weight:</em></strong> 6'2”, 180 lbs<br><strong><em>2024 Stats</em></strong>: 10 rec, 115 yds (offense); 104 tackles, 13 TFL, 1 sack, 1 INT (defense)<br><strong><em>Honors:</em></strong> 1st Team SSAA All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scouting Report: Langston is a long, rangy two-way athlete who shows high-level defensive instincts and tackling efficiency. On defense, he's a reliable open-field tackler with strong pursuit angles and physicality at the point of attack. His 104 tackles reflect his high motor and durability. Offensively, he provides a big frame at receiver, offering size mismatches in jump-ball situations. Still developing as an offensive threat, but his defensive production and positional versatility make him an intriguing multi-role prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Chanavis Chance Jr.</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position:</em></strong> Linebacker<br><strong><em>School:</em></strong> Plantation High (FL)<br><strong><em>Height/Weight:</em></strong> 5'10”, 185 lbs<br><strong><em>2024 Stats:</em></strong> 87 tackles, 18 TFL, 6 sacks, 1 FF<br><strong><em>College Offers:</em></strong> Keiser University</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scouting Report: Chance is an aggressive, downhill linebacker who plays with urgency and a nose for the football. His 18 tackles for loss showcase his ability to shoot gaps and disrupt plays behind the line. Plays with a compact, strong frame that allows him to take on blocks and shed quickly. Shows closing burst on blitzes, with a knack for finishing plays. Brings leadership and intensity to the defensive front seven.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>La'bron Scharoun</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position:</em></strong> Linebacker<br><strong><em>School:</em></strong> Somerset Academy Pembroke Pines<br><strong><em>Height/Weight:</em></strong> 5'11”, 204 lbs<br><strong><em>2024 Stats:</em></strong> 78 tackles, 13 TFL, 4 sacks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scouting Report: Scharoun is a sturdy, physical linebacker who thrives in run support. Possesses a strong base and heavy hands to take on lead blockers, with the discipline to maintain gap integrity. He shows the ability to diagnose quickly and get downhill. While his game is built on strength and effort, he also flashes pass rush capability from the linebacker spot. High-floor defensive prospect with a physical play style.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Connor Hunt</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position:</em></strong> Linebacker / Athlete<br><strong><em>School:</em></strong> Babcock High<br><strong><em>Height/Weight:</em></strong> 5'11”, 190 lbs<br><strong><em>GPA:</em></strong> 4.4<br><strong><em>2024 Stats:</em></strong> 3 carries, 70 yds, 1 TD (offense); 74 tackles, 1 sack, 1 INT, 7 FF, 5 FR (defense)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scouting Report: Hunt is a high-IQ, high-motor defender with a knack for creating turnovers. His 7 forced fumbles and 5 recoveries are elite-level production, showing his aggressive ball pursuit and physical tackling technique. Shows versatility by contributing offensively as a ball carrier, with the speed to rip off big gains. His football instincts and academic excellence make him a coach's dream: disciplined, intelligent, and relentless.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1760745' first='Liam' last='Barton']</em></strong><br><strong><em>Position: </em></strong><em>Linebacker / Defensive End</em><br><strong><em>School: </em></strong><em>Bishop Moore Catholic</em><br><strong><em>Height/Weight: </em></strong><em>6'0”, 195 lbs</em><br><strong><em>2024 Stats: </em></strong><em>70 tackles, 4 TFL, 3 sacks</em><br><strong><em>GPA: </em></strong><em>3.8</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scouting Report: Barton is a disciplined edge defender with solid fundamentals and positional versatility, capable of lining up both at linebacker and defensive end. Plays with good pad level and active hands, showing the ability to set the edge and funnel plays inside. His 70 tackles demonstrate consistent involvement, while his 3 sacks and 4 tackles for loss indicate the potential to impact plays behind the line of scrimmage. High motor, competitive toughness, and football intelligence make him a dependable front-seven contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->