Noteworthy Unsigned Senior Central Florida Tackling Machines

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Noah “Mad” Maddox | Boone | @nmaddox1313</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maddox has been steady and impactful his entire campaign, finishing his senior season with 85 tackles and 5 TFLs while running Boone's defense with real command. He diagnoses plays quickly, closes space efficiently, and brings pop on contact. A true on-field leader with strong instincts and discipline, Maddox projects as a reliable, college-ready linebacker who will be a steal for a defensive coordinator.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zi'rieck Roberts | LB | 2026 | Evans | @zirieckroberts_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Roberts put together a dominant senior season: 174 tackles, 24 TFLs, and 2 sacks, finishing 2nd in the state among seniors. He understands blocking schemes, shoots gaps with confidence, and plays with a motor that never stops. A downhill defender offenses have struggled to account for all year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaquarius Lucas | ATH | 2026 | Lake Region | @Jaquarius_6</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lucas has been a standout producer for Lake Region, stacking 129 tackles in 10 games. His instincts pop on film — quick reads, fast pursuit, and consistent finishing. A high-motor defender who's built his reputation on reliability and effort.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jarvis Howell | LB | 2026 | Merritt Island | @jarvis_howell2</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Howell closed the year as one of Brevard County's most productive seniors: 139 tackles and 6 TFLs. He's steady, physical, and one of the key tone-setters on Merritt Island's defense. Strong awareness, clean technique, and a high floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>D'Cari Smith | ATH | 2026 | Lake Wales | @1era__</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith delivered a big senior season: 134 tackles, 19 TFLs, and 3 sacks. Plays with toughness and urgency, able to line up in multiple spots depending on the matchup. A versatile defender with real value for a college roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1610008' first='Tyson' last='Williams'] | LB | 2026 | South Lake | @Tysonwilli2008</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams put himself in the top tier statistically, finishing top-5 in total tackles statewide. He's physical, fast to flow, and has been a major reason South Lake is still fighting in the postseason. A playoff-approved defender who brings effort every snap.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Chase Coello | LB | 2026 | South Lake | @chase_beast12</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coello has been steady all year with 130 tackles and 14 TFLs. Sharp instincts and nonstop pursuit allow him to stay around the football. A sleeper prospect with real production and room to grow at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kyle Olson | LB | 2026 | Oviedo | @KyleO_2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olson led Oviedo with 114 tackles and 10.5 TFLs, showing great anticipation and toughness. A true every-down defender — captain of the unit, made the calls, played all special teams, and consistently delivered. A reliable, assignment-sound linebacker with leader traits.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ryan Davis | LB | 2026 | Hagerty</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis earned all-district and all-conference honors with 88 tackles, 5 TFLs, and 4 sacks in 10 games. At 6'0, 200 lbs with sub-11.0 track speed, he brings range you rarely see at MLB. A hybrid-type defender who hits like a Mike but moves like a safety.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tyler Gagen | LB | 2026 | Melbourne | @TylerGagen_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gagen posted 116 tackles, 10 TFLs, and 2 sacks. Physical inside presence with a strong motor and consistent production in traffic. Not sure how he doesn't have more love from some smaller schools in the area. Hardworking kid stuck to the process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->