Northeast Fl- Duval Sports takes our annual look back at the top performers on the high school gridiron from the 2025-2026 high school football season. Highlighting their accomplishments and previewing their upcoming seasons in high school or first year in college. This prestigious list highlights the player’s stats at each position, and factors in strength of schedule, and overall impact on the game.
There are only 120 players that made the Prime Time Players list. The list consists of a First Team (offense and defense) Top 40!
Second Team (offense and defense) Next 40, and Third Team Offense and Defense (40 players). There is no Honorable Mention.
Check out who made the second team list as some of the best players in Northeast Florida is recognized!
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Second Team
Omari Lawson, OT, Zarapath- The 6’7 Lawson committed early to the Syracuse a highly rated four-star offensive tackle from Jacksonville, Florida. He plays for Zarephath Academy and is one of the premier offensive line prospects in the high school recruiting class of 2028
Jordin Price, DB, Oakleaf– is a versatile defensive back and athlete from Oakleaf High School in Orange Park, Florida, who has signed to play college football for the UAB Blazers. Had 2 ints, 10 PDs
Ta’darius Washington, RB, Raines- is an explosive championship-winning running back who has committed to play college football for the St. Thomas University Bobcats.As a senior captain, he served as the leading rusher to help power the Vikings to an FHSAA Class 3A State Championship victory over Miami Northwestern. In the dramatic 23-22 state final, Washington caught the legendary, game-winning touchdown pass from quarterback TJ Cole with just 9 seconds left on the clock.
Israel “Izzy” Ratliff, LB, Mandarin– Had 106 tackles, 11 tfl, 3 sacks, 1 int Signed to play college football for St. Thomas University (STU)
Alex Winkles, Ponte Vedra, RB -1107yds, 12 TDs- Carried the ball for 1,107 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, averaging an efficient 6 yards per carry. Showed elite dual-threat versatility by hauling in 58 receptions for 588 yards and 5 touchdowns out of the backfield.
Tacori Allen, ATH, Columbia,–Tacori “T5” Allen is an elite defensive back and dynamic return specialist who has committed to play college football for the Florida International University (FIU) Panthers. 35 total tackles, 2 interceptions, 3 passes defensed, and 1 sack in 2025.
Jaxon Earle, DB,Creekside, is an ultra-versatile defensive back and multi-positional athlete who has signed to play college football for the Wofford Terriers. 77 total tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 5 pass breakups, and 4 interceptions.
Ethan Sherman, WR, Raines–Ethan Sherman is an explosive, championship-winning wide receiver and defensive back who has signed to play college football for the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders. 37 receptions for 743 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns, averaging an elite 20.1 yards per catch.
Kyren Williams, WR, Columbia -an elite three-star wide receiver who had 8 receptions for 701 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2025
Talan Babin, Ponte Vedra, LB , 6’2, 202lbs a hard-hitting, highly productive linebacker who signed to play college football for the Old Dominion Monarchs. Had 92 tackles, 2.5 sacks, 12 TFL, 1 INT in 2025.
Kelvin Brown Jr, WR, Raines, -an elite, track-speed wide receiver who signed to play at Boston College. Transferred to Raines for his senior year, catching 29 passes for 506 yards and 8 touchdowns. His playmaking helped spark the explosive Vikings offense on their way to an undefeated 14-0 season and the FHSAA Class 3A State Championship.
Aydin Poe , ATH Fernandina Beach-an elite, explosive two-way athlete has picked up approximately 7 Division I and Division II offers, including a major initial offer from Morgan State. 821 rec yds, 12 Rec TDs as a junior.
Gino Addison, RB, Middleburg-a powerful, workhorse running back who signed to play college football for the North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Eagles. 1,103 rushing yards on 156 carries, averaging an efficient 7.1 yards per carry
Von Lane, S, Columbia HS-a physical, hard-hitting defensive back who signed to play college football for the West Florida Argonauts. 6’2″, weighing 185 had pick 6;s and big hits for the Tigers.
Knox Annis, QB, Mandarin– an elite, division-leading quarterback who passed for 2203yds, 22Tds
Jermaine Robinson, LB, Oakleaf– a dominant, high-motor linebacker who registered 129 tackles, 4.5 sacks in 2025.
Kam Miller, LB, Columbia – a 6’1″ and 220 lbs highly disruptive, physical edge-rusher and linebacker.
Fionn Day, S, Ponte Vedra, – an elite, ball-hawking safety and defensive back who had 5 Ints, 69tkls and signed to play college football for the North Carolina A&T Aggies.
Tamajh Mitchell, DB, Mandarin – a lockdown, ball-hawking cornerback who had 3 ints, punt ret td, and pick 6. Signed to play college football for the East Tennessee State Buccaneers.
Ryan Ingram -OL Bolles– a highly decorated, dominant interior offensive lineman who signed to play college football for the Wagner Seahawks.elite pass protector and helped Bolles leading rushing attack in the state.
Jack Mckissock. QB Oakleaf – The most under- recruited quarterback in the class of 2026, he passed for 2,143 passing yards and 15 touchdowns leading his team to consecutive playoff births and big wins against top ranked opponents.
Marcus Small OL, First Coast-a physically imposing, elite offensive tackle, one of the top edge protectors in the nation for the recruiting class of 2027.
Tian Wyche, WR, Mandarin – multi-sport deep threat who had 692yds receiving, with 11Tds. Signed to play college football at Florida A&M University.
Joshua Jones, WR Fletcher -a physical, big-bodied wide receiver who had 735yds rec with 9 TDs. Signed to play college football for the Tennessee State Tigers.
Ge’Terius Brown, DL, Raines- With 41 tackles, five sacks. he made game-changing plays including an interception in fourth quarter of Class 3A state championship game. Signed to Charleston Southern Football
Arthur Lewis, RB Bartram Trail– explosive running back has signed to play college football for the UCF Knights. Fresh off a junior season where he rushed for 1,666 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns, he still grinded out 864 tough yards and 15 TDs in a rebuilding year for the Bears.
Drew Watson, WR, Beachside – explosive wide receiver who registered 919 yards receiving, and 10 TDs. Signed to play college football for the Lafayette Leopards.
Jack Berquist, WR, Ponte Vedra– explosive wide receiver and pass-catching weapon who went for 896yds receiving, and 10 TDs as a senior.
Shamar Gibbs, ATH, Yulee-Had 7 INTs, forced fumble and fumble recovery. A ball-hawking free safety and versatile two-way athlete who starred on a playoff team.
Mason Beane, LB, St. Augustine – high-motor linebacker who had 142 tackles, 8 sacks for the Jackets
King Mercer, WR, White -explosive high-production wide receiver and dynamic special teams return specialist who had 646 yards and three TDs rushing and on punt and kick returns. Exploded with 835 yards receiving, 7 TDs.
James Davis III, TE, Bishop Kenny – A versatile 6-2, 205lbs TE who had 29 catches for 674 yards, 9 TDs. Signed to play college football for the Morgan State Bears.
Chris Jules, OL Oakleaf– Had 90 pancake blocks. On defense, had 73 tackles and eight sacks.
Jy’Quez Cason, DB, Bradford– Leader in the secondary for top ranked Bradford defense. Had 62 tackles, 4 INTs . Signed to play college football for the Mercer Bears.
Mike Conner, ATH Oakleaf–an elite, lightning-fast wide receiver and dynamic return specialist who did everything for the Knights.468 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns.With several special teams scores as well.
Jalen Peters, DL, Ribault-The Trojans will return led by Peters who had 65 tackles (14 for loss) and 11 sacks, including a dominant 3-sack performance against rival Raines.
Brody McLeod, OL, Ponte Vedra, -Didn’t allow a sack in 2024 or 2025. a dominant, highly intelligent interior offensive lineman who finished with 29 pancakes. signed to play college football for the Dartmouth Big Green.
James Holder, OL, Bishop Kenny, -An elite, powerhouse offensive lineman at 6-4, 305 that helped paved the way for the Kenny top rushing attack.
Parker Sirdevan, K, Fleming Island – Hit game-winning field goal to upset Ponte Vedra. Elite, multi-talented specialist who hit 6 of 7 FGs with a long of 42.
Nick Roberson, WR, Ed White- Big and physical receiver for Ed White, and apart of the record setting offense. Had 512yds receiving and led the team with 9 touchdowns. Roberson signed to Navy.
