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Junior Day Weekend Recruiting Rumors for 2025 Class

The first big junior day weekend for the 2025 class brought plenty of news and recruiting rumors. Here’s the latest in the second edition of the Recruiting Rumor Mill this week.

Kansas Makes Big Impression on Defensive End from Kennesaw, Georgia

Kansas made a major impression on the 2025 defensive end from Kennesaw (Ga.) Hebron over the weekend. The defensive coaches already knew a lot about the player and his game. Coach Lance Leipold talked more with Bellomy about his personal life than just football. It was a keen recruiting tactic because it worked as the Jayhawks are definitely a program to watch. Bellomy will also be visiting Georgia Tech and Virginia Tech.

Georgia Bulldogs Making Big Impression on Four-Star Defensive End

Georgia, Clemson, Duke, Alabama, and Miami are the five programs making the biggest impression with the four-star defensive end from Greensboro (N.C.) Grimsley. His recent weekend visit to Athens only reinforced the Bulldogs as a major contender.

Georgia’s Energy Stands Out to Four-Star Defensive End from Warner Robins

The “unmatched” energy from Georgia’s coaching staff really stood out to Gibson over the weekend. He has the Bulldogs high on his list but also mentioned South Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Florida, Tennessee, USC, and Georgia Tech as the programs he is considering.

Fairburn Defensive End Considering Flipping from Alabama

The Fairburn (Ga.) Langston Hughes has been committed to Alabama since April but at this point, he’s “waiting on everything to settle down” before making a decision about his future. Glover was at Auburn over the weekend and the Tigers are working hard to flip him. Texas, Florida, and Tennessee are also in the mix for him.

Texas A&M Making Impression on Four-Star Receiver

Ohio State and LSU are two other schools to watch for the four-star receiver from Sachse, Texas. However, Texas A&M offered in recent days and his visit back to College Station was great over the weekend. The Aggies should definitely be watched.

Texas A&M Considered Front-Runner for Four-Star Defensive Back

Texas A&M has to be considered the front-runner for the four-star defensive back following his weekend visit to College Station, especially because he loved coach Mike Elko and the new staff and believes the Aggies have everything in place to win a championship.

Mississippi State Impresses 2025 Offensive Lineman

Mississippi State made a major impression with Prudhomme over the weekend. The 2025 offensive lineman from Shreveport (La.) Captain Shreve absolutely loved the new coaching staff and how upfront they were with him during the visit.

Four-Star Linebacker Giving Texas A&M Edge in Recruitment

The message to Riggins from new Texas A&M coach Mike Elko and defensive coordinator/linebackers coach Jay Bateman was impactful. The Aggies have an edge now in his recruitment with Georgia, Tennessee, Ohio State, and LSU most involved so far.

Wisconsin Making Impression on Four-Star Athlete

Wisconsin is one of the early favorites along with Penn State, Michigan, Tennessee, Kentucky, Louisville, and Michigan State for the four-star athlete from Mount Healthy, Ohio. The “love and genuineness” of the Wisconsin staff stood out to him over the weekend.

Georgia Emerging as Team to Beat for Four-Star Offensive Guard

Auburn, Tennessee, South Carolina, Miami, and Florida State are in the mix, but Georgia is the team to beat for the Lilburn (Ga.) Parkview four-star offensive guard. The coaching staff is showing Smith how he fits into the future and things are only getting stronger.

Florida Emerges as One of Four Favorites for Defensive End

Florida has emerged as of four favorites for the high three-star defensive end from Opa Locka (Fla.) Monsignor Pace after his weekend visit to Gainesville where he landed his newest offer.

Alabama Legacy Considering Auburn

Waldrep is a double legacy to Alabama, and his father played in Tuscaloosa, making the Crimson Tide a tough contender for recruitment. However, Auburn is also making a serious push and has made him feel at home during his latest visit.

Penn State, Florida Impress 2026 Defensive Back

Penn State has made an early impression on the 2026 defensive back from Seffner (Fla.) Armwood, but a new offer from Florida could move the Gators way up his list.

Auburn Remains Top Contender for Four-Star Linebacker

Auburn is still the team to watch for the four-star linebacker from Enterprise, Ala., especially after another strong visit to The Plains this weekend.

The recruiting season remains active with many programs vying for the top juniors in the 2025 and 2026 classes. Excitement continues to build as new offers are made and visits are taken. Stay tuned for more updates as these talented athletes make their college decisions.