There are several positions in south Florida that have gained traction when it comes to recruiting over the years.
While we fully understand how many receivers and defensive backs are produced in this region of the country – as we have watched at the collegiate level and beyond – there are also offensive linemen who are starting to turn heads and even being compared to some of the best in the country.
As we have continued to say about the talent in south Florida, when it comes to top-flight prospects, even the best fly under the radar.
As many defensive backs seem to get their place in the spotlight, others, who are easily as good, sometimes never get that chance.
The one thing about south Florida athletes is they are always trying to prove themselves against some of the best competition you will find anywhere in the country.
Because there are so many gifted football prospects, you kind of know exactly where you stand – and what you have to work on to get better.
There is no getting around the heavy hearts that will be mourning the tragic loss of head coach Eddie Frasier this coming season.
From family, friends, players, fellow coaches and the entire Dillard High School community, the hurt that is still inside everyone is something that will take months and months to ease.
Getting lost in the shuffle, especially in south Florida and particularly when you are a younger player, is not hard to do.
This area is so alive with football talent that you have prospects – in the past – that went nearly three years before many colleges and recruiting services were all over them.