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National Recruiting Trend Affects KY High School Football
📍 Multiple·Wednesday, July 1, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
The recent commitment of former UCLA LB signee Weston Port to Michigan has sparked a national conversation about the ever-changing landscape of college football recruiting. In Kentucky, this trend is particularly relevant as top prospects like Manual's 2025 DE, Tyler Collins, and Southwestern's 2025 QB, Ethan Taylor, begin to receive offers from Power 5 programs. As a result, local coaches like Manual's head coach, Brad Kelsey, are adapting their strategies to stay competitive in the recruiting game. With the likes of Michigan and other top programs now actively recruiting in the Bluegrass State, it's clear that Kentucky high school football is on the rise.