Miami-Dade, Broward WR In The Playoffs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While getting to the state playoffs is never easy in Florida, when it happens there are several reasons why.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When college coaches look for future prospects, it's usually during the playoffs where they find those standouts who take their respective games to another level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>No matter what position it is, state playoff time brings out the very best, and as we look at this year's playoff teams, there are those catalysts who have been responsible for the success of their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we dip into Miami-Dade and Broward Counties to check in on some of the receivers who stepped up their game to lead their programs into the state playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - Britton Bayag, 5'9, 165, Miami Westminster Christian – 4.3 GPA. </strong>One of the most versatile football prospects in the state, there isn't a position on the field he won't play – and continues to turn heads. While making an impact in the secondary, he also had nearly 800 receiving yards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19403794/6837e4dd1247be8e9bbfaa09" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19403794/6837e4dd1247be8e9bbfaa09</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='212268' first='Jabari' last='Brady'], 6'3, 195, Coconut Creek Monarch. </strong>This University of Missouri commitment is a four-year varsity starter that had 57 catches over 1,000 yards for the Knights during the playoff run. Has been one of the top prospects all season, raising the bar during a district championship season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14832320/637c2260ab92460b50dfb1ab">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14832320/637c2260ab92460b50dfb1ab</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='929663' first='Jamar' last='Denson'], 5'9, 180, Plantation American Heritage. Track &amp; Field. </strong>Talk about a major producer this season for the defending 4A state champions, this Troy State commitment not only piled up over 800 receiving yards, but his ability to find the endzone and showcase his leadership was so valuable for a team that had the toughest schedule in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19484710/68d49a8419090ccc704f4d4c" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19484710/68d49a8419090ccc704f4d4c</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Gary “Deuce” Hadley Jr., 6'3, 284, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. </strong>Talk about a key addition for the 2025 season, this impressive athlete hit the ground running and didn't stop until this program won the district and advanced to the regional semifinals. His 895 receiving yards was just part of what this Tulane University commitment brought to the Chiefs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18430169/Gary-Hadley-Jr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18430169/Gary-Hadley-Jr</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Anthony Jennings III, 6'1, 175, Fort Lauderdale Dillard. </strong>In a season when the Panthers were 10-1 and won the district title again, this impressive underclassman had over 800 receiving yards while sparking this program on both sides of the ball and on special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18231676/Anthony-Jennings-III">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18231676/Anthony-Jennings-III</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Jhakari Johnson, 5'11, 160, Miami Southridge. </strong>Watch this young man perform and you can see why the Spartans were one of the best teams in the state this year. His nearly 700 receiving yards helped this team establish a potent offensive attack.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18664349/Jhakari-Johnson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18664349/Jhakari-Johnson</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='1410835' first='Julius' last='Jones Jr.'], 5'11, 175, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas. </strong>Ever since he stepped on the field as a freshman and caught a touchdown in his first state championship appearance, this is one of the dominating underclassmen nationally. In addition, what he does as a pass catcher, having over 600 yards this season, his play on special teams has given his nationally rated teams a chance to get to their seventh straight state title game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/20767020/Julius-Jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/20767020/Julius-Jones</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='1247487' first='Jasen' last='Lopez'], 5'10, 175, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna. </strong>One of the most well know prospects in the state of Florida, he has been a major force the past two years for the Lions. His 920 yards and numerous key touchdowns have been huge for this FSU football/basketball commitment.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/15232409/Jasen-Lopez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/15232409/Jasen-Lopez</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Willie Scott, 5'10, 155, Miami Killian – 4.0 GPA. </strong>Was part of a quality receiving duo along with [player_tooltip player_id='1581758' first='Anton' last='Smith'] that gave the Cougars one of the most feared air attacks in south Florida. Over 700 receiving yards and numerous touchdowns were huge during the state playoff run. Is also a defensive secondary standout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19592308/Willie-Scott" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19592308/Willie-Scott</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - Amir Sears, 6'1, 175, [player_tooltip player_id='1640315' first='Pembroke' last='Pines West Broward']. </strong>There may not be a better athlete in the country than this versatile and dominating player who had over 700 receiving yards, made an impact on defense and on special teams. Was a major reason the Bobcats won another district title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18445689/Amir-Sears" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18445689/Amir-Sears</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 -&nbsp;[player_tooltip player_id='1581758' first='Anton' last='Smith'], 5'6, 155, Miami Killian. </strong>This instant game changer has been special all season after coming over from Miami Booker T. Washington. A true game changer that has been responsible for the Cougars' success. Had 970 receiving yards this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE:</strong> <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18032820/Anton-Smith" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>https://www.hudl.com/profile/18032820/Anton-Smith</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='283733' first='Corey' last='Swint'], 6'0, 175, Miami Killian. </strong>In a year when prospects moved from school to school, here is one of the standouts who came to play for the Cougars this year and ended up as one of the best in Florida – with several key catches for over 900 yards. His experience and leadership was key.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19665801/Corey-Swint" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19665801/Corey-Swint</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Dylan Zaldumbide, 5'11, 175, South Plantation – 3.0 GPA. </strong>Was certainly one of the reasons that the Paladins had one of their best seasons in quite some time with 938 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns during a push toward the post season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: </strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17888115/69090746cd209839ef88fa7f"><strong>https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17888115/69090746cd209839ef88fa7f</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 PREP REDZONE FLORIDA STOCK UP EVENT. </strong><a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2137/register/stock-up-showcase-florida"><strong>https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2137/register/stock-up-showcase-florida</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily.</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/"><strong>https://prepredzone.com/florida/</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at:</strong> Floridakids1@aol.com.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS:</strong> Do You Have A Subscription? 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