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Florida High Schools Feeling the Ripple Effect of College Portal Movement
📍 Multiple·Wednesday, July 1, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
As college football's top 25 portal classes from the 2026 cycle dominate national headlines, Florida high schools are taking notice. With top prospects like 4-star quarterback, Tyler 'The Ace' Adams (IMG Academy), and 5-star wide receiver, Jamal 'The Jet' Jenkins (St. Thomas Aquinas), drawing attention from top programs, local coaches are adapting to the changing landscape. 'It's a brave new world out there,' said Dr. Phillips High School head coach, Mark Groves. 'We're seeing more and more top talent leaving for college, and it's up to us to develop the next crop of stars.' With the portal movement showing no signs of slowing, Florida high schools must stay ahead of the curve to produce the next generation of college football stars.