Top 10 returning seniors in Florida high school football 2023

As the excitement builds for the fast-approaching high school football season, teams across Florida are gearing up to make their mark on the field. This year, the spotlight is on the top 10 returning seniors in Florida high school football 2023, according to 247Sports.

Leading the pack is Jeremiah Smith, a wide receiver at Chaminade-Madonna in Hollywood, who’s ranked the number one player in Florida and second overall in the nation. The star athlete, committed to Ohio State, impressed audiences as a junior by snagging 56 passes for 1,073 yards and 20 touchdowns, all while helping his team secure a state championship.

Class of 2024 Top 10: Florida

1. Jeremiah Smith, Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood)

• 6-3 | 198 | WR
• National ranking: 2
• National position ranking: 1
• Status: Committed to Ohio State
• Other offers: 39 including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Miami and Notre Dame

2. Ellis Robinson IV, IMG Academy (Bradenton)

• 6-1 | 185 | CB
• National ranking: 4
• National position ranking: 1
• Status: Committed to Georgia
• Other offers: 32 including Alabama, Florida, LSU, Miami and Ohio State

3. David Stone, IMG Academy

• 6-4 | 270 | DL
• National ranking: 10
• National position ranking: 3
• Status: Uncommitted
• Other offers: 34 including Florida, Miami, Michigan State, Oklahoma and Oregon

4. L.J. McCray, Mainland (Daytona Beach)

• 6-6 | 260 | DL
• National ranking: 37
• National position ranking: 8
• Status: Uncommitted
• Other offers: 35 including Auburn, Florida, Florida State, Georgia and Miami

5. Charles Lester III, Venice

• 6-1 | 171 | CB
• National ranking: 38
• National position ranking: 4
• Status: Uncommitted (July 28)
• Other offers: 28 including Alabama, Clemson, Colorado, Florida, Florida State and Georgia

6. Joshisa Trader, Chaminade-Madonna

• 6-1 | 175 | ATH
• National ranking: 44
• National position ranking: 3
• Status: Committed to Miami
• Other offers: 31 including Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Michigan and Ohio State

7. Myles Graham, Buchholz (Gainesville)

• 6-1 | 212 | OL
• National ranking: 54
• National position ranking: 4
• Status: Committed to Florida
• Other offers: 45 including Alabama, Colorado, Florida State, Georgia and Texas

Jason Zandamela, Clearwater Academy International (Clearwater)

• 6-3 | 285 | IOL
• National ranking: 60
• National position ranking: 2
• Status: Committed to USC
• Other offers: 33 including Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Oregon and Wisconsin

9. Adarius Hayes, Largo

• 6-4 | 210 | LB
• National ranking: 68
• National position ranking: 7
• Status: Committed to Florida
• Other offers: 20 including Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Miami and USC

10. Jamari Howard, Central (Miami)

• 6-2 | 175 | CB
• National ranking: 70
• National position ranking: 8
• Status: Uncommitted
• Other offers: 30 including Florida, Florida State, Miami, Michigan State and Rutgers

All these top 10 returning seniors in Florida high school football 2023 talents have made their mark and are ready to bring their A-game to the 2023 season. Stay tuned for some thrilling football action this year!