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The second weekend of June’s official visits is in the books and top prospects have been camping out across the country in recent days, contributing to a large number of recruiting rumors.
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The four-star linebacker from Vero Beach, Fla., had a phenomenal time in Illinois on the weekend and while Ohio State He still has his commitment, the Illini “did a great job” over the weekend.
The Illinois coaching staff was preaching about family and he already felt like he was on the Champaign team and Alford is also impressed with the number of defensive players that were selected from that program.
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Florida, Miami It is Penn State have been on the rise in recruitment at Barclay, but Clemson could be emerging for the 2026 four-star offensive guard from Orlando (Florida) First Academy, especially after a visit to campus.
The coaching path Dabo Swinney runs his program, how he doesn’t use the transfer portal and how things are based on “faith and morals” are all things that catch Barclay’s attention and explain why the Tigers are now the leading contenders for his commitment.
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Programs from across the Southeast along with Ohio State, Oregon, Colorado and others are all involved with 2026 four-star linebacker from Loganville (Georgia) Grayson, but Auburn has been a mainstay and continues to be a “top five team for sure.”
Davis was back on the Plains this weekend for a 7v7 tournament and the coach’s message Hugh Freeze for him it was that “it would make it harder for me not to commit to Auburn.”
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The 2026 four-star offensive tackle from Flower Mound, Texas spent a lot of time with the coach Brent Venables and assistants Bill Bedenbaugh It is Miguel Chavis so this definitely stood out in its time because of the way everything was organized, as the attackers were separated from the skilled players and this gave more attention to each group.
The list is still as long as Evers has seen Texas, SMU It is Oklahomahe was in Texas A&M on the weekend and then he goes LSU It is Alabama in a few weeks. Ohio State is pushing for a visit and Michigan could be a stop, as the four-star also wants to see State of Florida, Georgia and Clemson.
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There was an established group of major programs that saw some teams leave because of commitments and others join as Penn StateMichigan, Miami, Florida State, Oregon, North Caroline and LSU are at the top of that list.
But a new offer from Clemson “definitely shakes things up” for the 2026 four-star quarterback from Cocoa, Florida, who received an offer from the Tigers on Saturday night.
“It’s special,” Hart said.
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Marcelin’s visit to Miami was “amazing” and he loved it as the current linebacker Wesley Bissainthe spoke about team bonding and the winning culture in Coral Gables.
The Hurricanes are definitely “in demand” for the four-star linebacker from Miami (Florida) Central and it would be a surprise if he doesn’t end up in Miami as LouisvillePenn State, Pitt It is Stanford are also heavily involved.
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Kissimmee (Fla.) four-star linebacker Osceola has been committed to Miami since mid-December, but Auburn made a big impression on his recent visit and now the Tigers have “set the standard” in his recruitment.
Melendez loved how authentic everyone was, how everyone was like family, and how he and the defensive coordinator/linebackers DJ Durkin share a “similar passion” for the game.
Kissimmee standout Osceola will also visit Oklahoma and then decide his recruitment, but Auburn is absolutely the program to watch to land Melendez from the Hurricanes.
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Miller’s brother, Blake, plays at Clemson, and so the four-star linebacker from Strongsville, Ohio, is really familiar with the Tigers. Now with an offer, Miller is definitely interested, as Clemson is “like a second home” to him and he loves how the coaching staff, from coach Dabo Swinney to coach, Wes Goodwin They’re recruiting him.
No top schools have come up yet in Miller’s recruitment, but Clemson will “definitely be there for sure” when the four-star releases a top list.
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Ohio State could be the program to beat for the 2027 cornerback from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, after the Buckeyes offered in recent days, especially since Moon knows the program’s success he loves as the position coach Tim Walton develops their players and they were always a top team early in their recruitment.
Penn State, Pitt and many others are involved with the Western Pennsylvania standout, who already has nearly 30 offers.
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After two trips in the last week, including one over the weekend, Alabama is the top threat to land the five-star cornerback who has been committed to Ohio State since February.
Auburn, Georgia and now LSU are trying to get involved with Birmingham (Ala.) standout Parker, but the Crimson Tide is scrambling for change at this point.
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Oklahoma has yet to offer, but 2026 receiver from Arlington (Texas) Bowie had a great day in camp over the weekend as “everything stood out” for him in Norman.
He loved the coach’s position Emmet Jones worked with the position group, he appreciated the culture and hospitality there and if the Sooners offered, they would be one to watch Lime, Arizona, Texas Tech It is Tulsa until here.
“Coach (Brent) Venables is building something special there,” Osunde-Brown said. “You can feel the good energy from the moment you enter the building.”
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Missouri City (Texas) four-star cornerback Hightower ended up not visiting Texas A&M over the weekend and essentially “passed” to two favorites in his recruitment: LSU and Texas.
Oregon and Michigan are also trying to make a late run, but Phillips has the Tigers (where his brother Jacob played) and the Longhorns, as they were the most consistent in their recruitment.
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Penn State, Georgia, Notre DameMichigan, Virginia Technology and Ohio State have been top candidates in recruiting Scruggs, but after Clemson offered, the Tigers are also “definitely a top school.”
The 2026 four-star offensive tackle from Leesburg (Va.) Loudoun County loves “everything” about Clemson, from the coaches to the culture and facilities.
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Dallas (Texas) South Oak Cliff’s 2027 offensive tackle could end up being one of the best in its class and Oklahoma jumped right to the top of his list following his workout in Norman, where he received an offer.
Swanson loved that the coaches invested in improving his game and not just moving on to the next guy, and while the 2027 standout has double-digit offers, the Sooners stand out more.
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A weekend visit to Stanford was “next level” as the four-star linebacker from Buford, Georgia raved about the position coach’s passion Mark D’Onofrio and what that school could offer him outside of football, but Walker remains committed to Colorado at this time.
The four-star will be back in Boulder later this month to lock things down or have something else to consider after this trip to Stanford.
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Through their recruiting, different programs took the lead with Virginia Tech, Syracuse, BaylorPenn State and others involved and now it appears UCF may have the upper hand.
Severn (Md.) four-star quarterback Archbishop Spalding has begun his official visit schedule with the Knights and others are coming, but there is some cautious confidence that UCF Now it’s the team to beat.
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O old lady coaches told the five-star receiver they could utilize him in a variety of ways during his trip to Oxford over the weekend and a comparison to Elijah Moore definitely stood out. Moore had 189 receptions for 2,441 yards and 16 touchdowns in three seasons for the Rebels before becoming a second-round NFL Draft pick.
That was important to Watkins, who has visited Ole Miss and South Carolina and has Ohio State next before more possible visits during the season.
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Wisconsin already has four commitments on the offensive line, but the coaching staff has made it clear to Watts that they are keeping a spot open for him, as the four-star out of Brookline (Mass.) Dexter definitely looks like a big priority there.
Clemson, Wisconsin and Michigan are the highlights right now for Watts, who loved Madison’s strength and conditioning program and players this weekend.
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Ole Miss and many other Southeastern powers will be involved with the 2026 four-star safety from Brandon (Miss.) Hartfield Academy, but his new offer from Ohio State is a “dream come true.”
Ohio State has been a dream program for Womack for as long as he can remember and now that the Buckeyes have offered, they are definitely at the top of the rankings.
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Oklahoma position coach Emmett Jones gave Yancey some tips he can use this season, which were appreciated as the Sooners definitely made a big impression on 2027 star receiver from Arlington (Texas) Lamar.
State of Mississippi and Ohio State are the two other schools to watch early on for Yancey, who visited Texas A&M on Sunday, will be in Columbus later this month and is trying to get to Georgia as well.
