It should come as no surprise that the 2026 (rising junior) class is stacked with talent throughout the state of Florida. It should also not be a surprise that Miami-Dade and Broward Counties are once again leading the way.
While several football players get their start at the competitive youth football level, there is never a guarantee that just because they are rated high that things will work out.
There have been dozens of young prospects who are promoted and talked about by many who follow youth talent that never lives up to the hype. It’s been that way for 40 years.
Every year you will have football talent that moves from the youth level to high school, and while many cannot make the transition.
The 2026 class produced several prospects who impacted the varsity level as soon as they arrived, and while there are several who have already been noticed by colleges, we have five that have dominated the past two years.
Brandon Bennett, WR, 6-1, 170, Plantation American Heritage. One of the fastest football players in the state, he started to make a major impact this past season for a young Patriot’s offense. As he continues to learn about the position, you will see a player that has a chance to be one of the best in the nation. Very exciting to watch, and he will remain a huge part of this program.
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Jabari Brady, WR, 6-3, 185, Coconut Creek Monarch. What else can be said, in two short years ago one of the nation’s best that has not been echoed dozens and dozens of times? This is an impact player that is extremely hard to cover with one player, and he showed it throughout the year, leading the Knights to the state semifinals. As elite as you will find, and he has only scratched the surface!
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Justice Fitzpatrick, CB, 6-0, 165, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas. From his key interceptions as a freshman to what he put together in the off-season and during this past year, there is little doubt that this is a major prospect that continues to get better and tested by some quality receivers. The younger brother of standout NFL secondary performer, Minkah Fitzpatrick, his growth, and maturity has been noticed by every college and university and has been an asset to the five-time defending state champion Raiders.
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Denairius Gray, WR, 6-2, 180, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna. Yet another impact player for a program that is as impressive as any in the nation. Since arriving from Boynton Beach Somerset Canyons, he has offered the Lions someone who is gifted enough not only to catch passes but also play on the defensive side of the ball if needed. Will be huge in 2024 as this program reloads for a 9th straight run at a state title.
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Calvin Russell, WR/Athlete, 6-4, 185, Miami Northwestern. Without hesitation, this may be the most athletic talent in this class anywhere in the nation and it may not even be close. Not only is he a premier receiver, but also plays quarterback and is an elite basketball player. Dominated as a freshman as well as this past season when the Bulls needed him the most. He will be part of the resurgence of this program in 2024.
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