Game-Changing Central Florida Week 8 Playmakers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tamauri Collins | ATH | 2027 | Tavares | @CollinsTamauri4</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Talk about a performance of the week. This kid should be on everyone's radar after what he did on the ground this past week. Workhorse type load: 33 carries, 266 yards and 5 TDs. Not sure how much more of an impact you can have on one game. Our player performance of the week.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1581751' first='Barrett' last='Schulz'] | WR | 2026 | Lake Mary | @BarrettSchulz</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The FIU commit has been a go-to target all season. At 6-5, he's a matchup nightmare who can run routes, high-point passes, and win in traffic. Came up big again in another crucial win for Lake Mary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1249151' first='Kenyon' last='Alston'] | WR | 2026 | Bishop Moore | @KenyonAlston</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Illinois commit reminded everyone why he's one of the state's best — 6 receptions, 100 yards, and 2 TDs in a dominant win. Alston is explosive and polished, and his production continues to match the hype.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368993' first='Li'Darious' last='Pryor'] | RB | 2026 | Evans | @LidariousP</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the most slept-on backs in Central Florida. Ran for 111 yards and 3 TDs on just 10 carries this week. He's got the college-ready frame and mentality — physical, consistent, and reliable every week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1258724' first='Zion' last='Matthews'] | RB | 2026 | Dr. Phillips | @ZionMatthews22</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A massive performance to clinch a district title — 200 all-purpose yards and 4 rushing TDs against an undefeated East Ridge team. Matthews is a powerful back with great burst and field vision.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Daunte Wallace | RB | 2026 | Jones | @DaunteDwallace8</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I think everyone came to watch the Coleman-Miles show but it was Wallace who ended up dominating and opening this game up on the ground with the help of a physical offensive line. One of the more slept on kids who deserves some attention with how hard he runs the ball. Was a big time impact throughout the district win over Lake Wales.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368296' first='Larry' last='Miles'] | WR | 2026 | Jones | @d1larry123</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Showed off his electric route running and possession skills. Will be a go-to WR at the next level where coaches will scheme up plays just for him. Has 2 TD receptions against a determined Lake Wales defense. FloBraska is locked in.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aaron Hardy Jr | RB | 2026 | Boone | @Flash_0829</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the biggest risers in the region. Hardy has been the steady heartbeat of Boone's offense, rushing 26 times for 176 yards and 2 touchdowns in a district win over Winter Park. Tough, durable, and productive — a true workhorse.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1580895' first='Decorie' last='Johnson'] | RB | Winter Park | @DecorieJohnson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Despite not getting the outcome he wanted, Johnson carried a heavy workload and helped keep the game close with his 16 carries, 180 yards and 3 TD performance. The Eastern Michigan commit still reminded folks why he's a college recruit.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>More Notables:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zeke Gunn | OCP</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->