In an absolutely loaded TE Class, James has locked himself into the #1 spot. The Notre Dame commit has so many tools you hope to find in a HS player. The elite size is there at 6’6″ 225 lbs, and there is plenty of room for him to add the bulk needed to play at the Power 4 level. In the passing game, James is a solid route runner, but it is size to box out defenders and long arms to further create separation that makes him a nightmare at the catch point. James is a natural receiver with the ability to twist, elevate, or contort his body to get his hands on the ball. After the catch the big man has an excellent balance of speed and power. The power in particular gives us a lot of highlights where he is leaving a trail of broken tackles. James also shines as a blocker. He has elite range to be able to pull and lead. His use of leverage and his lower body strength create a massive push against DLs. Flanigan is a special prospect with a high ceiling. Big things are ahead for him at Notre Dame.

Stats: 4 Receptions, 68 YardsrnThe premier talent in this game was the ’25 TE out of Green Bay Notre Dame, who is committed to play college for Notre Dame. There is so much to like here. Great size and catch radius with soft hands. His routes were smooth, and he was able to create plenty of space out of his breaks. After the catch the big target proved to be a nightmare to drag down. It always took 4-5 defenders to drag him down. Flanigan was also a big impact on the ground. He could drive DEs off the line and get outside leverage to spring his RB to the outside. James has a very well rounded game. I can’t wait to watch his final season.

The Class of 2025 is producing legitimate FBS talent at the TE position. Leading the way in the group is Green Bay Notre Dame’s 6’6″ 225 lbs James Flanigan James Flanigan 6'5" | 230 lbs | TE Green Bay Notre Dame | 2025 State WI . The big man is a special athletic talent who has shined on the football field, in the hockey rink (D1 State Champ), and throwing discus (D2 State Champ). James makes it look easy on the football field. His 4.7 speed allows him to get vertical and stretch the field, and he has impressive balance that allows him to cut and hit the breaks of his routes with good speed. Lastly, Flanigan has good strength and short area burst that help him be a man mover in the run game. James is going to be one of the best pure football players in the state this fall.

There are some imposing and renowned young bucks in the 2025 Wisconsin recruiting scene, many of whom emerged onto the P5 recruiting scene early and in force. Coming out of what has been a talent-rich Green Bay area the past few cycles, Notre Dame Academy 6’6, 225 lb. TE/LB James Flanigan has been a familiar name since he was a freshman and has been consistently and impressively raising his stock into the upper echelons of the 2025 TE ranks. The son of former Notre Dame DL Jim Flanigan, young James has some heavy duty options early into the process, as the home state Badgers became his first official offer at the end of January, which led to Notre Dame offering the legacy recruit, which both preceded Penn State, Mizzou, and Michigan also offering B1G or SEC scholarships. As a sophomore, Flanigan was named First Team All-Conference, Conference WR of the Year, and All-Region as a TE, and also earned a Second Team All-Conference nod as a linebacker. He posted 22 receptions for 520 yards and 9 TDs with 66 tackles, 7 TFLs, and 3 sacks to boot, and he opens his tape in eye-popping fashion, as the 6’6, 225 lber. runs down a loose Pulaski RB over 70 yards downfield in an impressive display of speed, and he adds an exclamation point on top by punching the ball loose in an fantastic display of speed, hustle, and instincts. The rest of the tape is great too, as Flanigan used that speed to create big runs after the catch, where he can run through and stay upright past tackle attempts at his lower body, and he also has good reps of him laying strong tackles and blocks around the box, snagging the ball out of the air and through contact, and generally causing havoc on both sides of the ball. The size/speed/strength combo is outstanding, especially at this age, and he’s a sure bet to be one of the best TEs in the class and in the nation going forward. Wisconsin is a must-stop for the 2025 cycle!

The most impressive newcomer on this list is the new TE1. James is a dominant 6’6″ 220 lbs. The big man’s blend of size, athleticism, and strength leave little doubt that he is an FBS level talent. He is able to run away from the defense with his 4.7 long speed. His long strides eat up yards. In the run game, Flanigan gets to flash his strength. At this level, James is already like an extra lineman on the field. He can dig DL out of the trenches and get a push to reset the line of scrimmage downfield. James is also a consistent route runner. He gets to his landmarks, is able to make clean changes of direction, and can maintain good speed throughout the break. Lastly, the big man provides a massive, go-to target with soft, reliable hands. He has already received an offer from the home state Badgers.