Week 6: College Are Checking Out Our Prospects Every Day

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Through the first five weeks of the 2026 high school football season, there have been some impressive performances from across the state of Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>No matter what city or town where they are playing this great sports, student/athletes are stepping up to make an impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With dreams of one day heading to college and playing this sport, exposure is indeed what it's all about.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While many of the recruiting websites focus in on the star-rated athletes, <strong><em>Prep Redzone Florida</em></strong>, which covers the entire state for all 12 months, makes sure that we include everyone who plays each week – and into the off season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With our daily social media recognition to team and individual performers on Monday and Tuesday, following an active weekend, for us, it's all about getting prospects recognized.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We ask that you continue to tag and include us on anything you accomplish – no matter how big or small.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On this Monday, we look back at some of the top performers from Week 6m and to let you know, all that information that we publish goes directly to colleges and universities – and every level – across the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - Bertran “Dooley” Bates, DL, Lakeland Santa Fe Catholic. </strong>It has been a successful season for this 6'2, 240-pounder that has registered 12 tackles, 6 sacks, 11 tackles for loss and 2 forced fumbles this season. Colleges are also impressed by his work in the classroom (3.0 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – D.J. Beneby, QB, West Palm Beach The King's Academy. </strong>Completed 21 passes for 266 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also gets it done in the classroom (3.7 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2371591' first='Corei' last='Bradley'], LB, Palm Beach Gardens. </strong>In addition to his work in the classroom (3.8 GPA), he helped his team move to 2-0 in the district – with 15 tackles, 6 solo tackles, 2 forced fumbles and 3 tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='1926021' first='Ricky' last='Carter'], LB, Miami True North Classical Academy. </strong>One of the state's top junior prospects came up with 21 tackles in a win down in Key West.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='2252182' first='Sebastian' last='Engel'], QB, Bradenton Lakewood Ranch. </strong>How about the game this quality talent had. After playing tight end for most of the game, he played the fourth quarter at quarterback and in three possessions had 151 yards and 3 touchdowns! The 6'1, 185-pounder is also a very good student (3.1 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – Cassius “Cash” Enriquez, QB, Hollywood Hills. </strong>Another elite student (4.0 GPA) athlete had a stellar week as the Spartans rolled to a win. He finished 13 of 25 for 281 yards and 5 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2247771' first='Khamari' last='“Pewe” Fletcher'], DB, Titusville. </strong>This versatile athlete has made a major impact this season for the Terriers with an interception, 7 big pass breakups and 33 tackles. His work in the classroom (3.0 GPA) is also opening eyes as well for the 6'0, 170-pounder.<strong><br>2028 – Jaidyn Gomez, TE/DE, Fleming Island. </strong>He continues to have a tremendous junior season – coming up with a solid Week 6 with 5 tackles, 6 QB Pressures and a sack. Does his work in the classroom (3.6 GPA) as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2223829' first='Keion' last='Hargrove'], LB/FB, Lakeland Victory Christian. </strong>This all-around standout got it done on defense this past week with 14 tackles, 2 tackles for loss and 1 sack. The 5'11, 225-pounder is also make a splash in the classroom – with a 3.51 GPA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Kyvion ”KJ” Hawkins, DB, St. Petersburg. </strong>So far this season in just four games, this talented 5'10, 160-pounder has 3 pass breakups, and 29 tackles. His 3.1 GPA is also a major selling point.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – Corey Haynes, WR/DB, Tampa Hillsborough. </strong>The 5'10, 160-pounder not only impacted the game on offense with 100 yards and 2 touchdowns but also had a pick 6 for a school record 106 yards! The young man is also making a splash in the classroom (3.2 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hollywood South Broward. </strong>The Bulldogs have been getting it done with quality talent turning heads in their recent game. Among those prospects include 2028 QB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1508019' first='Jaelin' last='Holmes'] </strong>(189 pass yards (78%), 3 TD passes and 21 rushing yards, 2028 DE/OLB <strong>Dwayne Davis</strong> - 7 tackles, 1 sack, 4 tackles for loss and 2 forced fumbles. 2028 RB <strong>Laquan Lowry</strong> - 26 rushing yards, 2 receiving scores with 78 yards.<strong><br>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2171600' first='Frederick' last='Jackson Jr.'], WR/Athlete, Fort Myers Dunbar. </strong>One of the top prospects in southwest Florida has been impressive all season – and this past week the 5'10, 160-pounder who will graduate early had 10 receptions for 192 yards and 3 touchdowns. He all ready to go in the classroom (3.4 GPA) as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – Jayeon “Rashad” Jackson, LB, Clearwater. </strong>With his team off to a perfect start, this talented junior made the most out of his Week 6 performance with 17 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 1 fumble recovery and 1 forced fumble. Has also been recognized for the 6'2, 225-pounder's 4.1 GPA in the classroom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2030 – [player_tooltip player_id='2206703' first='Austin' last='Johnson'], WR, Altamonte Springs Lake Brantley. </strong>Let's hear it for this freshman who came up with 12 catches for 125 yards and a touchdown. This young man also understands that the classroom (3.8 GPA) is important as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Justice Jones, WR/CB/Athlete, &nbsp;Lake Worth Park Vista. </strong>This two-way standout has 297 receiving yards on offense – and has been a huge force on defense with 5 interceptions so far.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='895263' first='James' last='Klaiss Jr.'], WR, Fort Lauderdale NSU University School. </strong>In a big win last week, he finished with 181 yards and a touchdown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2228607' first='Deagan' last='McCoy'], QB, Niceville. </strong>This junior is indeed special with 806 passing yards, 294 rushing yards, 11 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns. The 6'4, 195-pounder also maintains a 4.24 grade point average.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='2324994' first='Grayson' last='Miller'], OL, Parrish Community. </strong>In five games this talented player has 35 pancake blocks and has not given up a sack. Colleges like what he brings to the table as a versatile lineman that also has a 3.6 GPA in the classroom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2194707' first='Asaiah' last='“ATM” Milligan'], LB, Pensacola Washington. </strong>In helping this team move to a perfect 5-0, the 6'0, 220-pound senior came up with 13 tackles and 4 key tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='895544' first='Steven' last='Moore'], LB, Miami Central. </strong>One of the top junior prospects is having a huge season for the Rockets – with 51 tackles, 21 solos, 16 tackles for loss, 4 sacks and 1 pass break up against some impressive teams. The 6'0, 215-pound standout also does well in the classroom (3.2 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Tyberius “Showtime” O'Neil, RB, Winter Haven. </strong>While this impressive senior is doing his thing in the classroom (3.3 GPA), his Week 5 game was also impressive as he ran for 166 yards and added more on kickoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 - Anthony Raiford III, SS/RB, St. Augustine Tocoi Creek. </strong>One of the fast rising standouts in north Florida continue to do his thing – as the 5'9, 185-pounder showed this past week with 119 yards and a touchdown on offense – and 5 big tackles and 1 tackle for loss on defense. Another stellar student/athlete who already has a 4.15 grade point average as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='1704449' first='Rafael' last='Salvatierra IV'], WR, Miami Palmer Trinity. </strong>It has been a very productive year for this versatile senior team captain. In addition to the work he puts in as a track athlete, this 5'8, 165-pounder has also made it happen on the football field – with 500 plus yards and 8 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='1568036' first='Marcus' last='Stracke'], QB, Delray American Heritage. </strong>It has been a tremendous first of the season for one of the top prospects in south Florida – with 83 completions for 1,362 yards and 17 touchdowns and just 2 interceptions. He also added a rushing score. The 6'1, 190-pounder also happens to maintain a 3.5 GPA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – [player_tooltip player_id='2160801' first='Weylan' last='Velez'], WR, Orlando East River. </strong>This impressive sophomore has never stopped working this season – as he showed last week with 5 catches for over 100 yards. The 5'9, 160-pounder is indeed a solid student/athlete, who sports a 4.0 GPA in the classroom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1653285' first='Jayden' last='Williams'], DB, Lake Wales. </strong>One of the top teams in the state used a solid performance from this 6'0, 183-pound athlete with a game-high 10 tackles and 3 tackles for loss to lead the Highlanders. Have to also mention that his grades (3.5 GPA) are also bringing college attention to Polk County.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='1617150' first='Malicah' last='Williams'], CB, Gainesville Eastside. </strong>Another gifted student (3.9 GPA) athlete that is making it happen on the football field this season – with 34 tackles, 9 pass break ups, 1 pick 6 and a fumble recovery.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – [player_tooltip player_id='2346441' first='Noah' last='Wireman'], QB, Venice Wellen Park. </strong>The 2026 season has been all about this young man with a young program that is now 4-1. His 289 yards passing against Bradenton Bayshore included 74 yards on the ground and 2 touchdowns. He went over the 1,000 yard passing mark on the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily.</strong> <strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at:</strong> Floridakids1@aol.com.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS: </strong>Do You Have A Subscription? Contact us for a savings code so you can see what everyone has been talking about! <strong><a href="mailto:Floridakids1@aol.com">Floridakids1@aol.com</a>.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->