

Week 6 College Football Standouts and Looking Ahead on UNC, Nebraska I Recruiting Show
Oct 7, 2025
This week, Andrew Ivins, Director of Scouting at 247Sports, shares insights on college football recruiting. He discusses the impressive skills of Florida WR Malachi Toney and why he flew under the radar. The conversation turns to UNC’s coaching concerns and the implications of their recruiting strategies. Andrew also highlights the exciting QB duel between Dante Moore and Fernando Mendoza, as well as the thrilling showdown between 2027 prospects Izzy Abrams and Trae Taylor. Don't miss his take on Missouri's rising recruiting momentum!
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Florida Reclaims Wide Receiver Dominance
- Florida is resurging as a wide receiver hotbed with many college and future NFL prospects emerging this season.
- Several freshmen and recent recruits from Florida already look pro-caliber and are changing the national receiver landscape.
Malachi Toney's Unexpected Rise
- Malachi Toney reclassified, decommitted, and still became a key playmaker for Miami despite being a borderline three-star recruit.
- Ivins and Bud describe his physical smallness but high competitiveness and knack for getting open against elite competition.
Trust Tape Over Missing Measurables
- Don't overvalue missing measurement data; evaluate actual tape and situational performance instead of raw measurables alone.
- Prioritize consistent production and ability to deliver in key moments over purely athletic markers.