Rody Ricketts, - Prep Redzone

Rody Ricketts

Wide Receiver/Defensive Back

2027 Class

5'10" Height

165 Weight

Bunnell HS CT. School

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Rody Ricketts is a 5'10" Wide Receiver/Defensive Back in the 2027 class. Ricketts attends Bunnell HS CT. in New England. Ricketts's Player Profile was created on September 21, 2025. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Rody Ricketts is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Roger Brown

Prep Redzone Scout

Ricketts was second in the poll with 28 percent of the votes. He received his first Power Four offer from Syracuse in May, but is also an exceptional point guard who could play basketball in college. Ricketts had 875 yards rushing, 794 yards receiving and scored 22 touchdowns last season, when Bunnell lost to Windsor in the Class MM championship game. He also intercepted four passes last fall. Ricketts was named to the Connecticut High School Coaches’ Association Top 30 following the 2025 season. He’s also a dangerous kick returner, which helped him generate 2,045 all-purpose yards in the last two seasons.

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5 days ago

Roger Silva

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

🎉 Exciting news from the New England Class of 2027 football scene! Meet Rody Ricketts Rody Ricketts 5'10" | 165 lbs | WR/DB Bunnell HS CT. | 2027 State New E , a standout talent hailing from Bunnell High School in Connecticut. At 5’10” and 165 pounds, this dynamic WR/DB has made waves with his electrifying performances on the field! 🙌
Ricketts truly had a breakout season as a sophomore, showcasing his versatility by racking up an impressive 1,295 all-purpose yards. He’s not just a one-dimensional player; he excelled in various facets of the game, accumulating 342 yards receiving, 380 yards rushing, and a jaw-dropping 573 yards on kickoff and punt returns. His agility, speed, and football IQ are evident in every highlight reel, making him a threat to opposing defenses.
Rody’s outstanding performance has not gone unnoticed — he’s already received attention from several Division I programs! With verbal offers from notable schools such as Syracuse and Central Connecticut State, it’s clear that he’s on the radar of major college scouts. As he shared on September 19, 2025, “I’ve been offered by Syracuse, UMass, and CCSU. I’ve also been in talks with some other Power 4 programs.” 🎓🏈
Ricketts is searching for a college that embraces a family-oriented culture, especially one that values a competitive environment in the weight room and on the field. With such a strong foundation, Rody is poised to make waves in the upcoming rankings with Prep Redzone New England! Keep an eye out for this young star, as he continues to rise in the ranks and dazzle fans! 💪🔥