Rivals names Florida WR as No. 1 recruit of 2028 class

Wide receiver has always been a premier position in the game of football, but if recent years have taught us anything, it's that it might be turning into the premier position.

For years, that was quarterback, and having an elite quarterback makes all the world of difference. With that said, game-changing wideouts like Travis Hunter, Jeremiah Smith and DeVonta Smith have proven that the position can be the most important player in the game.

As such, it's not all that surprising to see that a wide receiver, five-star Brysen Wright from Jacksonville, Florida, has found himself ranked as the top 2028 recruit in the country by Rivals.

“Definitely means a lot just knowing that I’m accomplishing my goals,” Wright told Steve Wiltfong of Rivals regarding the honor. “But knowing I’ve got to keep working hard and [keep] going.”

Wright hasn't even played his sophomore season of high school ball yet, and already boasts 30 offers, with some of the top programs in the country after his commitment. We're talking about offers from Georgia, Miami, Alabama, Ohio State, Texas, Florida, LSU, Texas A&M and many others.

At this early stage, Ohio State, Miami and Florida are the top programs on his mind, but it's worth noting that there's a ton of time from this moment and his eventual signing day. 

Wright does know what he's looking for at the next level, though.

“The development,” Wright explained. “Getting to the league. And just the relationship with the coaches. The guys I’m going against in practice and stuff like that. Being around guys I know that’s going to push me and keep me working hard.”

Wright checks in at just under 6-foot-4 and 210 pounds with plenty of room to grow and, again, he only has a freshman year of experience under his belt. He caught 31 passes for 646 yards and eight touchdowns for Mandarin High School in 2024.

Just imagine what he'll be able to do when he's a senior.

The last WR recruit to have a top ranking like Wright was Jeremiah Smith, and we've seen what he's been able to do with the Buckeyes. It will be interesting to see how Wright develops, but he projects to be that kind of star player.