Recruit Recap: Florida Gators Week 3: Outstanding Plays on Both Sides of the Ball
As the third week of the 2024 high school football season came to an end, two Florida Gators recruits stood out for their offensive and defensive capabilities, while another helped lead their team to a thrilling victory. Here are three standout commits from Friday night that Gators Illustrated features.
Four-Star LB Myles Johnson, Brewton (Ala.) T.R. Miller Though primarily a defensive commit for the Gators, Johnson made his mark offensively in a dominant 56-7 win over Flomaton. In just seven carries, he racked up 205 rushing yards and four touchdowns, including a spectacular 90-plus-yard run. Johnson also threw for an additional touchdown, showcasing his versatility and game-changing ability.
Four-Star WR Joshua Moore, Pembroke Pines (Fla.) West Broward In a thrilling shootout against Cardinal Gibbons, Moore played a pivotal role, catching four passes for 69 yards and two touchdowns. So far in the season, Moore has tallied 24 receptions for 435 yards and five touchdowns. He has recorded two multi-touchdown games and two 100-yard receiving games in just five outings.
Four-Star CB Ben Hanks Jr., Miami (Fla.) Booker T. Washington A legacy commit and defensive standout, Hanks Jr. delivered on both sides of the ball in a 35-20 win over Immaculate-La Salle. Defensively, he intercepted a pass in the end zone, preventing a crucial score. On offense, Hanks Jr. contributed 67 yards and a touchdown, further highlighting his all-around skill set.
Florida Gators 2025 Recruiting Class As of now, the Florida Gators’ 2025 recruiting class is ranked No. 19 nationally, according to On3, with a total of 14 commits.
Florida TE Commit Tae’shaun Gelsey Firmly Committed to Gators
TE Commit Tae’shaun Gelsey Is Still Committed Despite Florida’s Tough Season
Despite the Gators’ difficulties, this past weekend saw the return of three-star tight end Taeshaun Gelsey from Jacksonville (Fla.) Riverside for his second game-day visit to the University of Florida. Gelsey enjoyed the chance to take in The Swamp’s atmosphere once more, even if Florida lost their second home game against the Aggies.
“It was an impressive atmosphere, even though it wasn’t against one of their major rivals,” said Gelsey. “It’s always exciting to come here and watch, and I’m excited to see the team’s progress each week.” Even though the Gators had trouble scoring against Texas A&M, Gelsey was closely monitoring their performance because three of their tight ends were receiving passes.
