2029 Watchlist Breakdown: Early D1 Offered Skilled Prospects

<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Class of 2029 is already showing early stars, with several skilled prospects earning Division I offers before even hitting their sophomore seasons. From dynamic playmakers to versatile two-way athletes, this watchlist highlights the young talent making waves and drawing early college attention.</strong></h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">Versatile athlete who can impact the game in all three phases. Shows explosive playmaking ability in the return game with plus short-area quickness and the long speed to pull away in the open field. At wide receiver, he's physical both in creating separation and as a blocker, consistently fighting through contact to finish plays at the catch point. Recently picked up his first college offer from San Diego State.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700"></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/BostonSmith2029/status/1989899747470315810 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Gifted athlete and naturally talented WR who broke onto the varsity scene as a freshman for one of the state's premier programs. Explosive off the line with a strong drive phase, showing advanced route-running traits and the ability to maintain speed through his cuts to create consistent separation. His game speed stands out, he's dangerous after the catch with the vision and burst to turn short gains into big plays. Earned All-Fiesta Region honors after posting 24 receptions for 514 yards and 6 touchdowns in the 2025 season. Holds early offers from Arizona and Southern Miss.</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/Roman_J_Oliver/status/1996740695336645103 </div></figure>     <p>Exceled as a DB in the 2025 season for Brophy but has a wide skillset to be an impact player on both sides of the ball. At 6'0” 185 lbs. he possesses outstanding natural athleticism and coverage instincts. Flashes high level technique and footwork from his back pedal to his transition showing smooth hip movement and quick acceleration out of his turn. Great ability to recognize routes and match movement to stay in phase and get an early break on the ball to close space. Holds an offer from Arizona and expect him to be ranked near the top when the AZ 2029 rankings debut.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Kauhi is tied for the most offers of any 2029 prospect in the state with four—Sacramento State, Texas State, Hawai‘i, and Georgia State. A true two-way playmaker at WR/DB, he shows strong instincts and an advanced feel for the game at a young age. He plays fast with savvy athleticism, consistently impacting the game from both positions. Defensively, he diagnoses quickly with disciplined eyes and a sharp trigger, allowing him to break on the ball and close space in a hurry. Offensively, he's a calculated route runner who uses timing, pacing, and well-executed moves to shake coverage. Flashes strong judgment and natural ball skills, attacking the ball in the air with confidence.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">Agbunag is also tied for the most offers of any 2029 prospect in the state with four — Sacramento State, Georgia State, Hawai‘i, and Abilene Christian. He brings a dangerous dual-threat skillset. As a passer, he's precise to all three levels, showing the ability to read coverage, take what the defense gives him, and deliver with the arm strength to challenge tight windows. Can drive the one-ball with velocity in the short and intermediate game or layer throws with touch over defenders. As a runner, he flashes smooth athleticism, combining sharp change of direction with the power to run through contact. High ceiling prospect with excellent long-term upside.</p>