2028 Central Florida WRs Who Should Rise This Offseason

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 class around Central Florida continues to develop, and several underrated receivers have already flashed traits that could lead to bigger roles this spring. The upside is there for each to build momentum heading deeper into the offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Marquel Brooks | ATH | Buchholz | @MarquelBrooksjr</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brooks contributed on a playoff-caliber team and brings legit speed along with return ability. At 6-0, he has a solid athletic profile, and increased offseason exposure could help push his recruitment forward. Few offseason offers included FAU, Marshall, and MTSU.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Da'ron Newton Caster | WR | 2028 | @Daronnewton13</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>All-Metro selection representing Oak Ridge after a strong season with 37 receptions for 812 yards and eight touchdowns. At 5-11, 175, he brings a sturdy frame and developing track speed that should continue translating on the field. Just recently his first D1 offer from Bethune-Cookman.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>King Mercer | WR | 2028 | Ed White | @KingMercerWR1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Finished the season with 835 yards and seven touchdowns while building recruiting momentum with recent Division I offers. Clocked at 21.82 mph, Mercer has the explosive speed to stretch defenses and looks poised for a strong offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1689242' first='Brady' last='Cleveland'] | ATH | 2028 | ODA | @BradyC1eve1and</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cleveland continues to build a strong two-way resume. He's developing into a real weapon and just recently set the school record in the 100m. Productive as a receiver with record-setting numbers last season and impactful defensively. He brings confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ron Schrouder Jr | WR | 2028 | Jones | @SchrouderRon</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Already picking up offers from Kansas State and ECU this offseason, Schrouder brings a long frame with good speed and breakaway ability. A prospect to watch closely as spring competition ramps up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2044648' first='Sean' last='Tulloch'] | WR | 2028 | West Orange | @SeanTulloch_04</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A rising threat who showed early scoring production with eight touchdowns last season. With continued development and more opportunities coming this spring, Tulloch has the tools to expand his impact heading into his junior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->