Rising Talent: Class of 2027 Athletes You Need to Know

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='1682016' first='Reagan' last='Korlacki']   Position: Strong Safety / Running Back School: Santa Fe High (FL) Height/Weight: 5'8”, 180 lbs 2024 Stats: 82 tackles, 8 TFL, 1.5 sacks, 1 interception, 7 passes defensed, 1 forced fumble Additional: 4.6 40-yard dash; Spring Game – 182 rushing yards on 16 carries, 1 reception for 16 yards   Scouting Report: Korlacki is a versatile playmaker who impacts the game on both sides of the ball. As a safety, he plays with good instincts, reading run and pass keys quickly and attacking downhill with confidence. His closing speed and sure tackling make him a force in the box, while his ball skills and timing allow him to break up plays in coverage. On offense, he brings explosive burst and vision as a ball carrier, showing the ability to turn small creases into chunk gains. A competitor who thrives in big moments, Korlacki's versatility and motor stand out.   Garret Riddley   Position: Free Safety School: Interlachen High (FL) Height/Weight: 6'1”, 160 lbs 2024 Stats: 80 tackles, 5 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, 1 blocked field goal   Scouting Report: Riddley is a rangy, instinctive free safety with the length and anticipation to disrupt passing lanes. His ability to read the quarterback's eyes and break on the ball results in high turnover production, as evidenced by his five interceptions. Displays excellent body control and timing when contesting catches, and he isn't shy about coming downhill to help in run support. His special teams contributions, including a blocked field goal, underscore his willingness to impact the game in every phase.   Deioan Means   Position: Middle Linebacker School: Spruce Creek High Height/Weight: 5'11”, 215 lbs 2024 Stats: 79 tackles, 11 TFL, 3 sacks, 3 forced fumbles   Scouting Report: Means is a physical, downhill linebacker who thrives on contact and brings a tone-setting presence to the middle of the defense. He diagnoses plays quickly, attacks gaps with force, and consistently delivers clean, powerful hits. Shows strong hand usage to disengage from blockers and finish plays in the backfield. His knack for forcing fumbles reflects his aggressive, physical tackling style. Plays with a high motor from whistle to whistle and brings vocal leadership to his unit.   [player_tooltip player_id='1682756' first='Trace' last='Kulczar']   Position: Outside Linebacker School: Horizon High Height/Weight: 5'11”, 185 lbs 2024 Stats: 79 tackles, 9 TFL, 4 sacks, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery   Scouting Report: Kulczar is an athletic and versatile outside linebacker capable of making plays sideline to sideline. He's quick to key and diagnose, allowing him to shoot gaps and make stops behind the line. Displays a good first step as a blitzer and the flexibility to accelerate around blocks on the edge. His interception and fumble recovery show his ability to make game-changing plays in coverage and on loose balls. High-effort defender who is constantly around the football.   Tra'von Rackard   Position: Middle Linebacker School: Largo High Height/Weight: 6'0”, 195 lbs 2024 Stats: 79 tackles, 7 TFL, 1 sack, 2 fumble recoveries   Scouting Report: Rackard is a steady, reliable presence in the heart of the defense. He plays with discipline and gap integrity, filling run lanes with authority and wrapping up as a consistent tackler. His 7 TFL demonstrate his ability to penetrate and create negative plays. Quick to locate the football and shows solid range for his position. Brings toughness, effort, and strong field awareness to every snap.

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.