Pok’s Football Column: Wacky, Wild, Wonderful College Football

Did you miss this? I sure did! The break is over, and a new edition of Pok’s College Football Week in Review is here! Only this time, it is not really a week in review. But just roll with it, I promise it is worth it!

In this week’s column, it is time for a stock watch for the USF Bulls, FIU Panthers, and Florida Atlantic Owls, along with another edition of the Standout Seven (Midseason Edition!), and notes on what should be a wild college football coaching carousel.

It is going to be a great one, so grab a seat, because it is time for Pok’s Football Week, or multiple weeks, or month, or.. You know what, you get the point. Let us dive into it!

College Football: Stock Watch

Instead of rehashing my game recaps (which you find here), I wanted to switch things up going forward! In the coming weeks, I will be providing a “Stock Watch” for USF, FIU, and FAU. This will not only provide insight into each team on a weekly basis, but also allow readers to see how teams progress over the rest of the season. Additionally, I will highlight important developments in these breakdowns if necessary.

Florida Atlantic Owls

Stock Up: Caden Veltkamp

More than any other individual player on the roster, quarterback Caden Veltkamp has been the reason why FAU has been able to compete in the majority of its last few college football games.

In their losses to USF and Navy, Veltkamp has been constantly under pressure and pushed off of his spot. The quarterback has had 28 pressures against him in the last two games alone, while also dealing with seven pressures against UAB. Faced with that pressure, Veltkamp has taken eight sacks over the last two games.

Despite this, Veltkamp has not forced the ball into bad windows. Rather, he has been a smart decision-maker on a down-to-down basis. Over the past three weeks, Veltkamp has had two turnover-worthy plays compared to three big-time throws. He has thrown for at least 240 yards in this two-game stretch and only has one game under that mark all season (Maryland).

Additionally, Veltkamp has provided the scoring for the Owls when given the time to operate, and his wideouts catch the ball. He had two more touchdowns against Navy, including a beautiful deep ball to Jayshon Platt on a post.

Veltkamp has not been perfect by any stretch of the imagination. He has committed turnovers, made some bad throwing decisions, and has cost FAU at different points this season. However, you are not watching FAU’s games if you think Veltkamp has been anything but the main reason that the Owls have had offensive success. The quarterback has hit every throw on the field and is starting to run even more; Veltkamo led FAU in rushing against Navy with 33 yards.

The Western Kentucky transfer has been gritty this year and will have to continue to do so with some tough American Conference opponents coming up. FAU needs to make sure they support their quarterback in this stretch if they truly want to win some games; otherwise, Veltkamp will have to continue to be Superman to keep FAU in games.

Players to Watch: Branden Hoch and Kaden Shields-Dutton

To a dizzying extent, FAU has refused to play its younger college players on both sides of the football. They have stuck with plenty of players that, for lack of a better term, have not gotten the job done this season. With other teams in their vicinity constantly playing underclassmen, it would behoove the Owls to start seeing what they have in some of their other options this season. Two players who have produced so far, and will likely continue to produce if given the opportunity, are Kaden Shields-Dutton and Branden Hoch.

Hoch, a freshman from Florida, stands out whenever he steps on the field. Against Navy, Hoch had a career-high 45 yards on three receptions and four targets. He constantly got open, fought through contact, and displayed high-end after-the-catch potential. The wideout has displayed this all year long. Hoch is making plays whenever given a shot to contribute on the field.

Shields-Dutton has arguably been FAU’s best running back this season. On the season, the second-year running back has 194 yards and four touchdowns on 44 attempts, good for 4.4 yards per carry. He has 148 yards after contact, 14 missed tackles forced, and six runs of 10 yards or more. Shields-Dutton also has 11 receptions for 69 yards and a touchdown.

The running back has run with power, smoothness, and conviction. He has looked very comfortable as a pass-catcher and has done well as a pass-blocker, only allowing two pressures on 19 opportunities. It is clear that he has been the best player at his position, but he has still played second fiddle to Gemari Sands (who is also a very good player in his own right).

I will not pretend to know the full scope of why the Owls are not playing Hoch and Shields-Dutton, among other players. It could be playbook-related, scheme-related, or pertain to a whole different issue (NIL, etc.)

Stock Down: The Pass Rush and Offensive Line

The same groups continue to let down the Owls, and that is not a good thing for the present or future.

Time and again, FAU has struggled to generate anything resembling a consistent pass rush. Deshaun Batiste is the only player on the Owls who has registered pressures in the double digits, slotting in at 15 through eight games. The next closest are Khmari Johnson and Bryce Langston, who each have eight. Those pressures are not resulting in sacks all the time, though; FAU does not have a player at the five sack mark and only have one player with four sacks on the season.

On the offensive line, the overall unit has struggled to pass block and run block. None of the Owls’ starters have an overall PFF run blocking grade over 62, and the overall offense ranks 111th in the country with -0.08 EPA per rush. In terms of pass blocking, the Owls have four separate players who have allowed 11 pressures or more. They also have three players who have allowed two or more sacks on the season. These numbers have helped to contribute to FAU’s 39.7% passing success rate, good for 102nd in the country.

These struggles have been felt the most against the better opponents on FAU’s schedule. Whether it was Maryland, Memphis, USF, or Navy, the Owls’ lack of ability to rush the passer and hold up on the offensive line has played a huge role in their losses and/or blowouts. These issues have also appeared in FAU’s wins at times, but not in the same overwhelming fashion.

To truly compete and win games down the stretch, the Owls need to find a way to rectify their pass rush and offenisve line. How FAU fares in these categories will likly determine how their overall 2025 season ends up.

USF Bulls

Stock Up: Byrum Brown and Jeremiah Koger

USF has had plenty of standouts over the past few weeks, but there are two players to highlight: QB Byrum Brown and WR Jeremiah Koger.

In all of their games this season, Brown has been an absolute powerhouse for the Bulls. Prior to hsi Week 11 contest, Brown had thrown for 1935 yards and 17 touchdowns on a 62.4-percent completion rate. He has 13 big-time throws compared to nine turnover-worthy plays, while also having an ADOT of 9.0. As a runner, Brown had been just as dominant; the quarterback has 670 yards and eight touchdowns on 6.2 yards per attempt. He has 449 yards after contact, 23 runs of 10 yards or more, and has forced 35 missed tackles, a mark that is third among all non-quarterbacks in the country.

The Bulls flow their offensive system through Brown, and he has constantly delivered. Between his ability to extend plays, create chunk gains, or simply keep drives going, Brown is one of the best overall offensive weapons in college football this season. If he continues to elevate his game down the stretch, as he has done all season, the Bulls are going to be in a great position to win the majority of their matchups.

Alongside Brown, freshman wideout Jeremiah Koger has been one of the breakout players for the Bulls this season on the offensive side of the ball. Getting his first real game action against Charlotte, Koger has proceeded to post 337 yards and five touchdowns on 17 receptions entering Week 11. He has 2.88 yards per route run, an ADOT of 14.9, and has four contested catches on six opportunities, good for a 66.7-percent success rate.

Koger, as shown by his numbers, has been a phenomenal vertical threat. There are few cornerbacks who have been able to consistently run with him, and even fewer who have beat him in contested catch opportunities. With Chas Nimrod out with an injury, Koger has stepped up to keep the vertical offense in place, and has arguably been just as good as the Tennessee transfer.

Just as impressive, though, has been the route running and smoothness Koger has played with. The freshman wideout has created separation, found space against different types of coverages, and shown very soft hands all over the field. He has also flashed YAC ability, too; against FAU and Memphis, Koger showed that he can power for yardage on plays in the shorter areas of the field.

As the games have rolled on, Koger has continued to get better as a player. If his progress continues on this trajectory, he could be one of the biggest breakouts at wideout in all of college football.

Players to Watch: Nykahi Davenport and Chase Garnett

The running back position has been a bit of a revolving door for the Bulls this season, and it has not been due to performance. Injuries to key contributors have forced the Bulls to rely on more young players over the course of the season, and as the games continue to progress, I am keeping an eye on Nykahi Davenport and Chase Garnett.

Davenport, a sophomore, has ran with exceptional power when on the field for the Bulls this season. Entering Week 11 he has 48 attempts with 302 yards and three touchdowns. He has forced an impressive 15 missed tackles and has 159 yards after contact, in addition to four designed runs of 15 yards or more. Additionally, Davenport has 138 breakaway yards.

Garnett has not played frequently this season, but he has been extremely impressive when given the ball. Getting late-game work against North Texas, the running back racked up 74 yards on six attempts. Garnett totaled 32 yards after contact, one missed tackle forced, and three runs of 10 yards or more.

USF still has some other fun players at running back, and expect Sam Franklin and Alvon Isaac to continue to get work over the remainder of the season.

Major Storyline: USF’s Conference Title Chances

In light of their loss to Memphis, the biggest storyline following the Bulls is their chances for an appearance in a college football conference championship game.

USF is not in the driver’s seat at the moment, but there is plenty of room for things to change down the stretch in the American Conference. The Bulls have a key showdown with Navy next week, but they have two other winnable games in UAB and Rice. Memphis still has tough matchups against Navy and Tulane, while Navy has to play North Texas in addition to their matchups with the Tigers and Bulls. Tulane, outside of their Memphis matchup, has a game against an upstart Temple team that could give them some serious issues.

Over their last four games, the Bulls just simply have to take care of business. They have the talent to beat every single team on their schedule and shut down the strengths of their opponents. Ultimately, the Bulls will have to ensure they execute at a high level and not make mistakes that keep games close. If they do both of those things, USF will ultimately achieve their goal of making the American Conference Championship Game. How they attempt to reach that point, though, will be very exciting to watch.

FIU Panthers 

Stock Up: Kejon Owens, Anthony Carrie, Shamir Sterlin, and Mister Clark

For the Panthers, my stock up players are Kejon Owens, Anthony Carrie, Shamir Sterlin, and Mister Clark.

Owens, through eight games, has been the centerpiece of the FIU offense. The running back has 135 carries for 886 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground. He has a whopping 585 yards after contact, 36 missed tackles forced, and 22 runs of 10 yards or more. Through the air, Owens has also contributed 14 receptions for 39 yards.

No matter who the opponent has been, Owens has found a way to be successful. The running back has constantly churned out tough yardage, displaying great vision in between the tackles and shaking off defenders to keep the chains moving for the Panthers. When FIU needs a chunk play, the running back has provided them, racing for big gains or touchdowns.

Not only does Owens run with power, but he also has some very underrated vision, burst, and smoothness as a runner. He gets better every week, and with a few more impressive performances, Owens could solidify himself as a key option for some college all-star games. More importantly, he will help FIU’s bowl chances if he keeps rolling over opposing defenses.

Owens has not been alone in the Panthers’ backfield, though. Georgia Tech transfer Anthony Carrie has also been extremely impressive for FIU this college football season.

On the year, Carrie has 325 yards and three touchdowns on 65 attempts, good for 5.0 yards per carry. He has seven missed tackles forced, five designed runs of 15 yards or more, and 139 breakaway yards. As a pass catcher, Carrie has eight receptions for 48 yards.

In some games, Carrie has looked even better than Owens. The burst from the running back has been impressive, as has the vision. As the season has progressed, Carrie has gotten more comfortable, which has allowed his overall game to improve. His decisiveness has gotten better, as has his contact-balance and pass-catching prowess. There was a reason that Carrie was a highly-regarded running back prospect coming out of high school, and 2025 has started to show that the hype was warranted.

Defensively, Shamir Sterlin and Mister Clark have been two of the best players for the Panthers.

Sterlin, while having some struggles earlier in the season, has been very impressive at safety for FIU. On the season, Sterlin has 28 tackles and 13 defensive stops in six games played. He has an interception and two pass breakups, which have helped him earn a 68.7 PFF coverage grade.

More impressive than his counting stats, though, is how Sterlin has looked on the field. Despite some struggles at times, the safety’s skills and instincts have been upper-level. Sterlin knows when to attack downhill in the run game, how to play correctly in multiple coverages, and has the skill to make big plays when necessary. Along with Brian Blades II, the Panthers have felt his absence when he is not on the field; Sterlin truly helps to keep things stable and consistent on the backend.

Additionally, the team’s most recent game was another step in the growth of Sterlin. Not only did he play great in coverage, but he was an absolute force in the run game all night against Missouri State. If this season is any indication, there is plenty of success ahead of the defensive back.

Clark, in eight total games, is FIU’s highest graded defensive player on PFF, regardless of position. While solid in the run game (38 tackles, 18 defensive stops), Clark has thrived in coverage. The nickel back has eight pass breakups (tied for first in the country), nine forced incompletions (tied for fifth in the country), and two interceptions, while also only giving up 26 receptions on 40 targets. Additionally, his ADOT against him is only 6.1, which is tied for 33rd in the country.

The defensive back has been phenomenal in so many different ways for FIU. He is sticky in coverage, a great tackler, and a player who can make game-changing plays. Without Clark, the Panthers would not have been in a position to win and compete in the games that they have, and that might be underselling it. Clark’s stock continues to rise, and if you do not know his name yet, get familiar with it now before the train leaves the station.

Players to Watch: Eric Nelson and Jojo Stone

Two players to watch going forward are wideouts Eric Nelson and Jojo Stone.

Stone, a Louisville transfer, has 13 receptions for 138 yards on the season. He had his breakout game against Missouri State, notching six receptions for 48 yards and a touchdown. Nelson had his breakout game the week prior, notching 39 yards and a touchdown against Kennesaw State. In the year, Nelson has eight receptions for 125 yards.

While not starters for the Panthers yet, both players provide some of the highest upside on the team’s offense. Nelson is a vertical threat who is very smooth as a route runner. He can attack all three levels of the field and create constant separation. Additionally, he can make contested grabs over defenders or in the middle of the field. Stone is a dynamo after the catch, creating quick yardage when necessary. He is also a great route runner for the Panthers, displaying a high level of spatial awareness and overall football aptitude on any given play.

Even if FIU does not want to make them starters, Stone and Nelson are too talented to keep off the field.

Major Storyline: Consistency Rules the Day

Can the Panthers be consistent? That is the biggest storyline for me going forward regarding this team.

At their best, FIU can compete with anybody. They have talent all over the field, up and down the roster, and have the right coaching staff to get the most out of the team. They showed it in a half against Penn State, all game against FAU, and all game against Western Kentucky.

However, the Panthers have fallen victim to struggles, mainly due to inconsistencies in. In the Delaware and UConn games, poor performances on both sides of the ball, from an execution standpoint, helped cause the Panthers to lose those games. In all of their five losses, penalties, turnovers, and miscommunications have swung the tides of games; without them, FIU may still have a winning record.

FIU needs to get off the roller coaster and find its paved road for the remainder of 2025. They need to execute on offense, communicate and execute on defense, and avoid the back-breaking mistakes. If they do that, FIU will be in a great position to win a good chunk of their remaining four games.

Standout Seven (Plus More): My Favorite Players Through Week 10

It is time for the Standout… Section? Here are the players who have caught my eye over the course of the college football season! (Disclaimer: These are my favorite players so far, not necessarily the best of the year. Stay tuned for that at a later date!)

Byrum Brown, QB, USF

Brown’s overall play this season has been fantastic. His rushing ability has been top-tier, his passing ability has been very good, and he continues to improve over the course of the season. If he avoids the turnovers and still churns out the big plays over the last four games of USF’s regular season, Brown should help to power the Bulls to a potential conference championship birth.

CJ Bailey, QB, NC State

Bailey, through his ups and downs, has been one of the best quarterbacks in college football this season. Through the air, Bailey has 2411 passing yards and 19 touchdowns, while only having seven interceptions. On the ground, Bailey has 202 yards and four touchdowns. The NC State standout has been able to attack deep down the field and settle for shorter targets when needed. He can create outside the pocket or pick up yards in tough situations, too.

Drew Mestemaker, QB, North Texas

Speaking of exciting quarterbacks, North Texas has one of the most electric ones in Drew Mestemaker. The Mean Green’s quarterback has lit the world on fire in his first year as the starter, already posting 21 touchdowns and 2704 yards on a completion percentage approaching 70-percent.

Outside of a small handful of plays, Mestemaker has been unleashing big throw after big throw all over the field. His pocket presence has been upper-tier, his accuracy has been impressive, and his playmaking ability has been on full display all year long. In short, Mestemaker has been one of the better quarterbacks in the country.

Julian Sayin, QB, Ohio State

The Super Sayin is a baller. The Ohio State quarterback is phenomenal in a variety of ways and has helped the Buckeyes keep rolling in 2025. Most impressively, this is only the quarterback’s first year starting for the Buckeyes. Sayin has a great chance to win the Heisman, and it may be time to start laying the groundwork for the quarterback’s 2027 NFL draft prospects.

Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida

In a year with a lot of bad for the Gators, Baugh has been a massive bright spot. The running back is lethal as a runner. Baugh has posted 683 yards, five touchdowns, and 43 missed tackles through eight games. He wins through contact, running away from defenders, or through great vision as a ball carrier. Baugh is lethal as a pass catcher when needed and is an impressive pass blocker, only allowing one pressure on 38 attempts this season. Whenever he declares for the draft, Baugh will be one of the best running backs in that class, and that is a fact.

Kejon Owens, RB, FIU

Owens, in short, has been the heart and soul of the FIU offense. The running back has done everything for the Panthers, ranging from explosive plays to picking up tough yardage in key spots for the Panthers. He has kept their offense rolling no matter the result, and is a big reason to remain high on FIU’s 2025 offense. Over the last four games of the season, Owens will continue to roll and build a truly great resume in his senior season.

Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame

If Baugh is a future NFL RB1, to quote John Cena, Jeremiyah Love‘s time is now. The Notre Dame running back is ridiculously dynamic, creating chunk plays in both the passing game and the running game. Love runs away from defenders, runs through contact, and makes defenders miss at a very high clip. Add in improved pass catching and pass blocking, and Love is truly an elite all-around talent. If Notre Dame makes the playoff, Love may legitimately be the reason why.

Asaad Waseem, WR, FAU

The numbers are not gaudy, but Asaad Waseem has been one of FAU’s most important players in 2025. Between his route running and speed, the Colorado transfer has constantly created good plays for the Owls at all levels of the field. He has also made great plays through contact for the Owls, as Waseem has three contested catches on five attempts this season. Eight games through his first real game action, Waseem is showing that he not only belongs, but can thrive at the college level. Over these last four games for the Owls, expect the wideout to continue to level up and produce great numbers.

Jeremiah Koger, WR, USF

Koger is doing everything for the Bulls and continues to develop at a rapid rate. Over the team’s remaining games, expect the freshman wideout to continue to thrive and help USF rumble toward a potential conference championship game appearance.

Malachi Toney, WR, Miami

Toney, just like Koger, is an absolute weapon for his respective team and offense. Through eight games, the freshman phenom has 632 yards and three touchdowns on 52 receptions. Toney has displayed top-notch speed, separation, and route running. He has also displayed great toughness, too, as Toney has four contested catches on seven attempts. Miami has flowed through Toney for large swaths of the 2025 season, and it has paid off in a great way for them. In a stretch where they cannot afford to lose another game, expect Toney to continue to light it up.

Skyler Bell, WR, UConn

Like Toney, Bell has been critical to the success of his team’s passing attack. On the season, Bell has already set career-high marks, notching 1002 yards and 11 touchdowns. From P4 to G5, Bell has lit up every opponent he has faced, as the wideout has not had under 50 yards in a game and has eclipsed 100 yards in five games. From winning downfield with speed to crisp route running, Bell does it all. A future professional at the position, the UConn product is going to be a force to be reckoned with for the rest of the Huskies’ opponents.

KJ Duff, WR, Rutgers

While Ian Strong has been awesome for the Scarlet Knights, KJ Duff has been just as good, if not better. Winning with a blend of size and speed, Duff has notched 854 yards and six touchdowns on 51 receptions. He can make players miss in space (four missed tackles forced) and win above the rim, as the wideout already has 17 contested catches on 30 attempts this season (56.7 success rate). Duff is going to continue to get better, which is a scary sight for opposing defenses.

Wyatt Sullivan, TE, USF

The numbers are not eye-popping, but Sullivan is a key cog of USF’s offensive success. As a run blocker, the tight end has constantly created space for the Bulls’ backs in the run game. In pass protection, Sullivan is stellar, as he has not allowed a pressure since Week 1 against Boise State. Sullivan has complemented his blocking with effective pass blocking in spurts.

Whenever he gets the ball, the tight end is strong and very difficult to bring to the ground. As he continues to get comfortable, expect Sullivan to continue to thrive at the position. He should continue to help USF win games this season.

Mister Clark, DB, FIU

As mentioned previously, Clark is a defensive back who has been phenomenal in so many different ways for FIU. He is sticky in coverage, a great tackler, and a player who can make game-changing plays. If he continues to play at a high level, Clark is going to continue to make his presence known to the wider college football community in a big way.

CJ Allen, LB, Georgia

CJ Allen has it all from a skill perspective, and he does it all for the Georgia defense. He truly elevates the Bulldogs to another level on defense, no matter who the opponent is. And as the NFL Draft approaches, this is a name you need to know.

Rueben Bain Jr., DE, Miami

Bain Jr. is a force in both the run and passing games. He not only wins with power, but also has the capability to win with speed and his hands. Additionally, Bain has a very high understanding of the game, rarely falling for misdirection and fakes on defense. Like Allen, he is a name that fans will need to know ahead of the NFL Draft.

Jonas Duclona, CB, USF

Duclona, a former Wisconsin Badger, has been a centerpiece of USF’s defense. In coverage, the cornerback has been lockdown, only allowing seven receptions for 72 yards on 11 targets. He has been inconsistent in run defense, but has still been solid with eight defensive stops and 19 tackles. Playing with a high level of intensity all over the field, Duclona has both provided a nice floor and great splash moments for the Bulls. Alongside players like De’Shawn Rucker and Fred Gaskin, Duclona will play a huge role in how far the Bulls run in 2025.

College Football Recruiting Roundup

FAU Owls

FAU saw 2026 ATH Justin Weatherall shut down his commitment and firmly announce that he will be arriving in Boca Raton. A dynamic athlete who has played on both sides of the ball at a high level, it’s exciting to see what Weatherall will bring to the Owls once he arrives on campus. He is a great piece for the 2026 class, just as he was when he first committed.

Over the past few weeks, though, FAU has lost three key commitments on the defensive side of the ball. The Owls saw defensive back Eric Parks, defensive back Tyson Stroud, and defensive tackle Jvon Hatcher opt to look elsewhere for their collegiate home. Parks and Stroud, who both play for Tampa Bay Tech, bring high-level coverage ability to the table. Parks is more of a downhill tackler at safety, while Stroud is a ballhawk who makes countless plays on the ball. Hatcher can contribute as both a run defender and a pass rusher on the interior of a defensive line. In his games as a standout for Atlantic High School in Delray Beach, Florida, Hatcher has provided plenty of all-around value for the Eagles.

With the decommitments, the Owls are now at seven high-school commits for the 2026 college football recruiting class. It’ll be fascinating to see the plan that head coach Zach Kittley and his recruiting staff implement to restock the Owls’ roster with talent. With time winding down before early signing day, these next few weeks will be critical for the Owls.

USF Bulls

Like FAU, USF saw some players decommit over the past few weeks.

The Bulls saw cornerback Syncere Berry and wide receiver Rhys Dorsey exit the 2026 class, leaving USF with 33 players still committed. Berry, a Georgia native, is an extremely talented player who holds, according to 24/7 Sports, 48 total offers. Putting together another upper-tier season in 2025, it is no surprise that Berry is earning a bevy of offers, including ones from P4 schools.

Dorsey, an Alabama native, is an extremely dynamic offensive weapon. In 2025, Dorsey currently has, according to MaxPreps, 699 receiving yards, 250 rushing yards, and ten total touchdowns. He has upper-tier speed and solid route running, allowing him to make plays on a consistent basis.

On the other hand, USF has been hosting plenty of recruits for their games over the past few weeks. One player that is fascinating is 2026 wideout Deshawn Spencer. A Duke commit, the Bulls have been pursuing him heavily alongside Auburn. It’ll be interesting to see the type of movement that takes place over the next few weeks, and most importantly, what the overall 2026 class looks like for USF.

FIU Panthers

For the Panthers, there were some recruiting developments on both ends of the spectrum.

FIU saw JUCO edge rusher Jalen Anderson decommit from the school, which is a big blow to the 2026 college football recruiting class. Anderson is a dynamic pass rusher and run defender, and his development has caught the eye of Vanderbilt, Colorado, and West Virginia, among others. It was going to be very hard for FIU to retain Anderson.

Additionally, the Panthers are in danger of losing star running back Qwantavius Wiggins.

Slotted as the 24th-best running back in the 2026 class, the P4 offers have been flowing in for the Georgia native. Starting with Florida State, Wiggins has now been offered by Auburn, Cincinnati, and Wisconsin. Setting up visits to most of these schools, in addition to the visit he took to Georgia, I would not be surprised to hear news of Wiggins decommitting soon. Even if he does not enroll at FIU, it is a massive scouting win to have a recruit committed to their school garner so much P4 interest.

On the other hand, FIU had a big group of visitors for their Vice Night game against Kennesaw State. With a large group of talented players on the list, it’ll be fascinating to see how the Panthers either add to their 2026 class or begin to build out their 2027 class.