2027 Receivers On The Radar

<p>Today, we're taking a closer look at Maryland's Class of 2027 wide receivers who have been lighting up the stat sheets this season. This group of young playmakers is showcasing elite route-running, explosiveness, and big-play ability, proving that the future of Maryland high school football is loaded with talent. From deep-ball threats to yards-after-catch specialists, these receivers are separating themselves as names to know in the recruiting world.</p>    <p>Jordan Dailey continues to establish himself as one of the premier playmakers in the class of 2027. The dynamic wideout showcases elite ball skills and breakaway speed that make him a threat to score from anywhere on the field. Dailey can take the top off a defense with his vertical ability or turn a short drag route into a long touchdown thanks to his elusiveness and acceleration in space.</p>   <p>This season, Dailey has been dominant, leading the class of 2027 with 683 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns. Dailey's production and explosiveness firmly place him among the state's most dangerous young offensive talents.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JDailey_1/status/1980057835812921680 </div></figure>   <p></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1128980' first='Colt' last='Erdos'], who was recently featured in <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/10/lighting-up-the-scoreboard/"><em>Lighting Up the Scoreboard</em></a> for his standout production, continues to prove why he's one of the premier offensive weapons in the class of 2027. Erdos is a dynamic playmaker who makes contested catches look routine and turning short gains into explosive plays with his elusiveness and vision after the catch.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">This season, Erdos has totaled 597 receiving yards, showing his consistency as a go-to target, while also displaying his versatility with 145 passing yards and 2 touchdown passes. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways, as a receiver, passer, and all-around playmaker, makes him one of the most complete and exciting young prospects in the state.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/colt_erdos45/status/1974304040021561365 </div></figure>   <p></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1971943' first='Dylin' last='Jackson'] ranks third in the class of 2027 with 547 receiving yards and six touchdowns, and his latest performance solidified his reputation as a clutch playmaker. In a thrilling matchup against Calvert Hall, Jackson showcased impressive body control and ball-tracking ability, hauling in two crucial touchdown receptions, one to send the game into overtime and another to seal the win for the Gaels.</p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Dylinj_19/status/1981317909705347097 </div></figure>   <p></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1709872' first='Mckai' last='Minor'] is a receiver that Great Mills makes a point to feature in space, utilizing him on drag routes, screens, and curl concepts to create one-on-one matchups. Standing at 6'2”, 195 pounds, Minor's blend of size, strength makes him a mismatch matchup for most defensive backs in his class.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">He's capable of breaking tackles after the catch and using his frame to shield defenders in traffic, giving his quarterback a reliable target at all levels of the field. As the season progresses, expect Minor to continue emerging as a go-to playmaker and one of the most physically imposing receivers in the 2027 class. </p>    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Mckai_Minor/status/1981942890168266819 </div></figure>   <p></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Kareem Oyekan lands at No. 5 in the Class of 2027 with 499 receiving yards and six touchdowns, solidifying himself as one of the rising playmakers in the state. At 6'2”, 170 pounds, Oyekan possesses the ideal frame and length to win downfield, and he's already shown he can be a true deep threat, hauling in one touchdown over two defenders and another by simply taking the top off the defense.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">With his blend of size, body control, and vertical speed, Oyekan is quickly developing into a go-to weapon in Laurel's passing attack. Expect him to continue his rise as a featured target throughout the remainder of the season and into what could be a breakout 2026 campaign.</p>

Today, we're taking a closer look at Maryland's Class of 2027 wide receivers who have been lighting up the stat sheets this season. This group of young playmakers is showcasing elite route-running, explosiveness, and big-play ability, proving that the future of Maryland high school football is loaded with talent. From deep-ball threats to yards-after-catch specialists, these receivers are separating themselves as names to know in the recruiting world.