1. Who could be ranked too excessive?
Friedman: Name me old school however I am a bit hesitant on the subject of rating a quarterback within the Rivals250 who has began simply six video games up to now two seasons. After throwing simply 35 passes within the 2022 season in California, quarterback Bekkem Kritza moved to Miami (Fla.) Central however did not win the beginning job this 12 months. He then moved to Colorado and ended up beginning simply six video games. Kritza is spectacular on the hoof, has a powerful arm and seems to have loads of potential so it is not completely surprising that Penn State took his dedication a couple of month in the past. If Kritza does not present actual growth over the subsequent 12 months, it could be shocking to see him end the rankings cycle within the Rivals250.
Garcia: There may be little doubt DJ Pickett is without doubt one of the greatest pure athletes within the 2025 class, however high 10 total might be all projection relative to what we all know of the junior. He’s prolonged, quick, instinctive and possesses nice ball abilities, however can he patrol a free security spot with towering 6-foot-4 peak? Pickett additionally wants so as to add appreciable weight en route to creating the kind of early collegiate affect anticipated from a high 10 recruit. On high of that, the 2025 class is completely loaded on the security place, so evaluating Pickett individually in addition to the remainder of the group coming for his high spot might be fascinating over the subsequent 12-plus months.
Gorney: Andrew Marsh is an superior participant, he’s extremely aggressive and exhibits as much as each occasion to get higher. In his junior season, he caught 65 passes for 1,158 yards and 15 touchdowns so he ought to undoubtedly be ranked excessive. But when he stays No. 28 within the 2025 class which means he would find yourself as a five-star prospect and I am simply undecided he needs to be that prime. Marsh is superb however most likely a contact excessive within the rankings.
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2. Who do you suppose is ranked too low?
Friedman: Carter Lowe was an enormous riser on this rankings replace however I am undecided he moved up sufficient. The Ohio native sits at No. 10 within the offensive sort out rankings however it’s a superb 12 months on the place. No. 91 within the Rivals250 does appear a bit low for the 6-foot-6, 290-pound left sort out. Lowe’s aggressiveness, fast toes, strong approach and athleticism may push him larger in future rankings updates.
Garcia: These rankings had been finalized simply earlier than the 2023 prep season wound down and although Dalls Golden made an enormous soar and debuted at No. 209 total, Golden should still be beneath vary at this juncture. The 2-way star led Tampa (Fla.) Berkley Prep to a state championship as this system’s offensive catalyst whereas additionally serving to lock down opposing extensive receivers alongside the way in which. Golden has professional play-making capability and total explosiveness to the purpose applications are going to start out coveting him on offense (some already are) whereas his secondary approach continues to develop. Whether or not at cornerback or security on the subsequent stage, few within the class convey the flash that Golden does.
Gorney: Madden Iamaleava moved up 78 spots to No. 147 within the class however I am nonetheless undecided it is excessive sufficient. The Downey (Calif.) Warren four-star quarterback had an outstanding junior season taking on for his five-star brother, Nico, as Iamaleava threw for 3,626 yards with 43 touchdowns and 4 picks. What’s most spectacular is that Iamaleava has Colorado State WR commit Jordan Ross to throw to however not many others so Iamaleava made issues occur, used his phenomenal arm to make performs and his recruitment ought to take off.
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3. Who did you battle for that can make you look good down the street?
Friedman: The state of Pennsylvania has pumped out some spectacular linebackers over the previous couple of years and Alex Tatsch could be the subsequent one up. The 6-foot-3, 211-pound exterior linebacker flies across the discipline, is a powerful tackler and makes performs within the backfield. Tatsch remains to be fairly removed from his developmental ceiling however his pure ability set already makes him probably the greatest at his place on this class.
Garcia: All of the questions round Koby Howard‘s terrible summer season 2022 knee harm have been answered, after which some. Howard could also be stronger than he ever has been, working as a dynamic menace towards elite competitors in south Florida. In simply 10 video games, he registered practically 1,300 yards of offense and in addition scored a return landing regardless of being the offensive focus for Davie (Fla.) Western Excessive. Howard beat defenses down the sector with pure pace but additionally showcased loads of capability after the catch as nicely. Throw in pound-for-pound energy and a aggressive edge to him and it makes us like his flooring much more. Rivals being the one outlet to contemplate him a blue-chipper is shocking.
Gorney: Linkon Cure was not within the Rivals250 in earlier cycles however now debuts at No. 66 within the nation. Overreaction? No means. The Goodland, Kan., tight finish has moved as much as the third-best tight finish in 2025 and he may transfer even larger if he exhibits out at some nationwide occasions. The tape is unimaginable. Treatment is all of 6-foot-6 and 220 kilos, he is quick and bodily and he has superior fingers. Somebody along with his capability will be capable of dominate in rural Kansas however the proof might be within the pudding when he faces some nationwide competitors. He ought to thrive.