Bus Tour Preview: ATHs/WRs Ready To Turn Heads

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The QB House Bus Tour always creates opportunities for under-the-radar playmakers to make noise in front of coaches and media, and this year's group of athletes and receivers brings plenty of upside. From polished route runners to explosive multi-sport athletes, several prospects have a chance to leave the tour with real recruiting momentum heading into the fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Malachi Hairston | WR | ZCA | @Malihairston</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hairston has a real opportunity to elevate his recruitment stock during this tour. He's a dependable, quarterback-friendly receiver who consistently makes tough catches and finishes through contact. Explosive off the line with strong hands and a physical edge to his game, Hairston has proven he can be productive week after week. The consistency stands out, and this environment could help him gain more traction with coaches looking for reliable perimeter targets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2152254' first='Blake' last='Marinko'] | WR | 2028 | @blake_marinko</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marinko was one of the more impressive young receivers during offseason work. His confidence, tempo, and understanding of spacing should fit perfectly in this setting. Reliable chain-mover who consistently settles into soft spots in coverage and gives quarterbacks clean throwing windows. The route-running ability already flashes, and this tour gives him a chance to showcase that skill set against quality competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1578303' first='Joey' last='Cassidy'] | QB/ATH | 2028 | Carrollwood Day | @JCassidy_10</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cassidy continues trending upward as an athlete overall. The arm strength has improved, the release is quicker, and he's processing defenses with more confidence. He also brings mobility that allows him to extend plays outside structure. Productive reps on this tour could help him continue building momentum heading into the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bryson Rabon | ATH | 2027 | @BrysonRabon</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rabon quietly became one of the surprise performers from the last bus tour. Tough, versatile athlete who contributed on both sides of the ball and competed every rep. Plays with an edge and doesn't shy away from physicality. Interested to see how much his game has evolved after another offseason of development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Berry Sanders | RB | 2028 | Wharton | @Berrysanders_0</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sanders brings a compact, physical running style that stands out immediately. At 5-8, 190 pounds, he runs behind his pads and is difficult to bring down in open space. Strong lower body, good contact balance, and the type of back who can wear defenses down. This tour gives him a chance to show college coaches he's more than just a bruising runner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2154987' first='Kaedyn' last='Ratcliff'] | ATH | 2028 | ZCA | @kaedyn_ratcliff</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ratcliff is one of the more intriguing young athletes on the tour. Natural playmaker with strong ball skills and polished technique for his age. He's expected to make an instant impact at ZCA, and this setting should allow him to showcase his versatility and competitiveness around other talented prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2180533' first='Kaleb' last='Reincke'] | WR | 2030 | @KalebReincke</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reincke has been steadily building momentum this offseason. The speed and natural ability to track the football stand out early. He's still developing physically, but the foundation is there with his burst, route instincts, and competitiveness. Long-term upside is definitely present as he continues growing into his frame.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jason Dungy | ATH | 2027 | CDS | @jasondungy2027_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dungy enters the tour with breakout potential. The son of Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy, he's focused on creating his own identity on the field. Versatile athlete who can impact the game in multiple ways and flashes strong playmaking instincts on both sides of the ball. This could be an important offseason stretch as he pushes for more recruiting attention heading into his senior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1584741' first='Brody' last='Beach'] | ATH | 2028 | Mitchell | @Beach_3_</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beach has solid competitiveness and speed that jump out. Helped Mitchell win a district title in the 4x100 relay and has continued putting in work with high-level receiver training. Quick, energetic athlete who competes hard every rep and could surprise people with how productive he is in space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2180537' first='Carter' last='Babies'] | WR | 2031</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Babies continues showing encouraging development early on. Strong hands and improving confidence stood out during drills, and he's beginning to settle into his game more naturally. Route running is becoming cleaner, and the catch consistency is already ahead of schedule. Definitely a young name worth tracking long term.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Names to Watch</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Arrian Edgecombe | 2029</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Andrew Smith | 2028</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2128156' first='Evan' last='Kinzie'] | 2029</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Josiah Ojeda | 2027</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Nick Elwin | 2028</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Brody Courtois | 2029</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->