Gavin Day
Gavin Day
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Zack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Day has continued to produce at a high level for the Faith Lutheran defense with 82 total tackles (49 solo), 11 TFLs, and 2 INTs on the season. He’s one of the most impactful playmakers in the state with the elite range, physicality, and athleticism he brings to the secondary. He’s a violent tackler, can cover from anywhere on the field, and possesses rare closing speed. Look for Day to make an impact in Faith Lutheran’s playoff run before heading to Washington to start his college career.
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Day proved to be an elite tackler in the secondary totaling 110 tackles (90 solo) and 17 TFLs in his junior season with Faith Lutheran. The 6’3″/175 safety announced his commitment to Washington in June after picking up 15+ D-I offers this offseason. He’s an extremely physical defender that can play in space and cover ground from anywhere on the field. Look for Day to earn a second consecutive first team All-Southern Nevada selection this season.
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Day announced his commitment to Washington after taking his first OV of the offseason at the end of May. The Huskies are getting a top-5 overall prospect in the state and the second-ranked DB in PRZ NV’s 2026 rankings. He brings a rare blend of length, range, and physicality to the secondary at 6’3″/175. Day has been one of the biggest offseason risers on the recruiting trail after adding over 15 D-I offers since January including USC, Texas A&M, Arizona St., and Minnesota.
IM HOME ☔️ !! https://t.co/oEvF3oB3FA
— GAVIN DAY (@gavinday26) June 2, 2025
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Day has taken a trio of visits to Texas A&M, Iowa, and Arizona St. for spring practices this month. The state’s #4 overall prospect picked up offers from all three programs this offseason as his recruitment continues to heat up heading into the summer. Day has official visits scheduled with Minnesota, Arizona, and Utah later this offseason.
Had a blast at @ASUFootball spring practice today !! Thank you for having me & my pops out !!#ForksUp🔱@ballcoachLee @BWardDCoord @KennyDillingham pic.twitter.com/kjaBzXtxNd
— GAVIN DAY (@gavinday26) April 6, 2025
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Day took a pair of Big-10 visits to UCLA and Iowa St., where he picked up an offer from the Hawkeyes at their campus Junior Day this month. The 6’3″/190 DB is one of the most coveted defensive prospects in Nevada’s 2026 class with the combination of length, versatility, and physicality he offers. Up next, Day has other visits scheduled with Arizona, USC, Texas A&M, Iowa, Utah, and Minnesota as his recruitment continues to heat up.
ALL GLORY TO THE MAN ABOVE !! After a great junior day & conversation W/ Coach Ferentz, I am beyond blessed and honored to say that I have EARNED an offer from THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA !!@CoachParkerIowa @RhettSmeins @FL_Ftball @BlairAngulo @adamgorney @ChadSimmons_ pic.twitter.com/0sT8UaPvJH
— GAVIN DAY (@gavinday26) March 9, 2025
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Day had a busy month setting official visits with Arizona, Utah, and Minnesota along with adding offers from USC, Utah, Kansas St., Oregon St., Fresno St., and Miami (OH). The state’s #7 overall 2026 prospect has his OVs scheduled from the end of May through June as his recruitment has continued to heat up over the past few months. Day could be adding more Big-10 OVs in the near future with Minnesota, Purdue, and Wisconsin continuing to show interest in the talented DB prospect.
Can’t wait to get down to Tucson June 6th for an Official Visit at @ArizonaFBall !! #BearDown🐻⬇️@FL_Ftball @CoachBrennan @Brettarce84 @CoachAkina @BlairAngulo pic.twitter.com/t1P32HKhER
— GAVIN DAY (@gavinday26) February 10, 2025
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Read EvaluationZack Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Day picked up three Mountain West offers from San Diego St., Colorado St., and Utah St., and added other offers from Arizona and Jacksonville St. this month. The #7 overall prospect in PRZ NV’s 2026 rankings has seen his stock rise signficantly since putting together a standout junior season for Faith Lutheran with 110 total tackles (90 solo), 17 TFLs, and 2 INTs. He’s an elite safety that brings a rare blend of length, range, and physicality to the secondary. Day- who took Junior Day visits to Purdue and SDSU this month- also holds offers from Purdue, UNLV, and Utah Tech.
GOD IS GREAT !! After a great conversation W/ @Coach__Hunter I am beyond blessed and honored to say that I have EARNED an offer from Utah State University !!@FL_Ftball @BlairAngulo @ChadSimmons_ @adamgorney @RivalsFriedman @GregBiggins @KyleMorgan_XOS @K12Elite pic.twitter.com/NoCvzxtSMa
— Gavin Day Gavin Day 6'3" | 175 lbs | DB Faith Lutheran | 2026 State NV (@gavinday26) January 15, 2025
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Day has proven to be one of the top defense prospects in the class of 2026. The hybrid safety shows elite instincts, football IQ, and athleticism on the field. Day’s off-season has gained a lot of attention thus far and has received D1 offers from Jacksonville St., Colorado St., and San Diego St. All within the last couple of weeks. Look for Day to continue to field offers through the winter and spring.
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