See the pitch that could land this SEC team 2025 top cornerback recruit
After his official visit this past weekend, the Florida Gators are gaining traction on 2025 4-star cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. Recruiter Will Harris delivered a possible knockout blow to Florida State, Georgia, and Miami as he pitched the son of former Gators standout Ben Hanks. Hanks played linebacker for Steve Spurrier in the 1990s. Florida […]
After his official visit this past weekend, the Florida Gators are gaining traction on 2025 4-star cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. Recruiter Will Harris delivered a possible knockout blow to Florida State, Georgia, and Miami as he pitched the son of former Gators standout Ben Hanks. Hanks played linebacker for Steve Spurrier in the 1990s.
Florida Pitches 4-Star CB Ben Hanks Jr. on Visit
Billy Napier and his team have been meticulously scouting talent on the high school recruiting path, closely following a blue-chip prospect with a family legacy at the university, thanks to his father.
Hanks took his first official visit with the Gators on Friday, and he told On3’s Chad Simmons this was Harris’ pitch to him:
"Their message to me was: 'You bleed orange and blue, so let's make this happen."
“Mine and Florida’s connection is going good. They communicate with me more often and I speak with the DBs coach, coach (Will) Harris,” Hanks told On3.
"Coach Harris is a great coach and comes from a great background being from the pros. I can really learn a lot of things from coach Harris. He is a great coach and stands out to me. I feel like he’s an energetic coach, but definitely seeing him in person will be more better.”
Ben Hanks Official Visit Schedule
Hanks commenced his official visit itinerary beginning with the Louisville Cardinals over the weekend of May 31. This was followed by visits to Florida on June 9, the Georgia Bulldogs on June 14, the Florida State Seminoles on June 18, and finally the Miami Hurricanes on June 21.
According to the 247Sports composite rankings, Hanks is ranked No. 11 overall and No. 13 in his specific role. Meanwhile, the On3 industry ranking places him at No. 95 overall and No. 11 in his position.
The On3 recruiting prediction machine currently favors Miami as the leading candidate for his skills, giving them a 42.2% probability of securing his commitment. Following Miami in the race are Florida with a 16.6% chance, Georgia at 14.3%, and FSU close behind with a 9.0% likelihood.
