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<p><strong>Alant'e Reese | LB | Choctaw | @Alante_2</strong></p>
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<p>Solid 6-2, 220-pound linebacker who brings physicality and range. Reese can run, cover in space, and plays downhill with intent and was a key piece on a Choctaw defense that reached the 4A Final Four. Reliable tackler with real production against high-level competition — still looking for the right fit at the next level.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1640523' first='Tadarius' last='Washington'] | RB | Raines | @TadariusWash</strong></p>
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<p>Compact build at 5-10, 185, but runs with strength and urgency. Timed at 4.44 in the 40. Made multiple high-leverage plays during Raines' 3A state title run, including a fourth-down conversion and a wheel-route touchdown late. Finished with 2,000 all-purpose yards and 32 total touchdowns. </p>
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<p><strong>Tamen Zabetakis | QB | Choctaw | @TamenZabetakis</strong></p>
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<p>Led Choctaw to the Final Four against top-tier Florida competition. Accounted for 2,800 total yards — 1,900 passing, 900 rushing — with 31 touchdowns while completing 60% of his passes. Competitive dual-threat quarterback who extended plays and handled a demanding schedule.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212269' first='Jaden' last='Weatherly'] | QB | Bolles | @jadenweatherly_</strong></p>
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<p>Calm, efficient operator who played with timing and discipline. Weatherly rarely forced throws and showed strong anticipation within Bolles' offense. Trusted to manage the game during deeper playoff rounds and kept the offense on schedule.</p>
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<p><strong>Santana Starks | DB | Bolles | @StarksSantana6</strong></p>
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<p>Productive defensive back with verified speed (4.43 forty). Finished with 6 interceptions, 7 PBUs, a forced fumble, and 71 total tackles. Physical in run support and active around the ball.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='928369' first='Cole' last='Rosendahl'] | QB | Ponte Vedra | @RosendahlCole</strong></p>
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<p>Consistent passer with good ball placement and touch. Throws receivers open and understands spacing. Continued postseason success could further elevate his profile.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212258' first='Israel' last='Ratliff'] | ATH | Mandarin | @israelratliff_</strong></p>
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<p>Team captain and defensive leader. Averaged over eight tackles per game with three sacks. Versatile defender who can cover, tackle, and handle multiple roles.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1632466' first='Owen' last='Klees'] | QB | Wakulla | @owenklees10</strong></p>
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<p>Good sized 6-2, 185-pound pocket passer with command of the offense. Threw for 3,005 yards and 27 touchdowns on 67% completion. Efficient decision-maker with solid mechanics and enough arm strength to challenge defenses vertically.</p>
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<p><strong>Gerald Clark | RB | Chiles | @g_clark3</strong></p>
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<p>One of the state's most productive backs this season. Rushed for 1,533 yards and 21 touchdowns and is a Big Bend Offensive Player of the Year candidate. Consistent workload runner who produced week after week.</p>
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<p><strong>Junior Harris | ATH | Destin | @Junior_Harris5</strong></p>
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<p>High-effort athlete who carried his program offensively. Rushed for 1,300+ yards with 13 touchdowns. Reliable, tough runner who meant a lot to his team and community.</p>
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<p>Don't Sleep On:</p>
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<p><strong>Leelen Wright | ATH | Weeki Wachee </strong>– FACA 3A District 10 Player of the Year. 1,300+ rushing yards, 17 TDs.</p>
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<p><strong>Jakobe McKinnie | ATH | Chipley </strong>– Downhill runner with burst, soft hands out of the backfield, and developmental upside.</p>
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Alant'e Reese | LB | Choctaw | @Alante_2
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