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The USA TODAY Florida Network has released its Top 100 football recruits for 2027, highlighting versatile players who excel in multiple positions. Among them is Stive-Bentley Keumajou Yondui, recognized for his adaptability on the field.
Some players are just asked to do it all for their teams.
At the high school level, it's not uncommon to have your best players move around. Coaches know that some of their players are just more equipped to answer the bell when it matters most, and high-end recruits regularly step into roles that are outside their main position.
The USA TODAY Florida Network Top 100 is filled with such players, and in this breakout we're highlighting five recruits that have proven they are just ball players wherever they line up.
Whatever down, play-call, or situation, these are the players that have risen to to the challenge when their team calls upon them:
Coral Gables' Stive-Bentley Yondui works a drill at the Rivals Elite camp in Miami, Feb. 15, 2026
Coral Gables DL
USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rank: No. 23 overall, No. 2 defensive lineman
When it comes to true, unbridled athletes in the Sunshine State, Yondui takes the cake. And it's not particularly close. The 6-foot-3, 295-pound United Kingdom native dominates the trenches on both sides of the ball, and at a level that would earn a spot on this list on its own merit, but that's just the start. He is also a go-to man on special teams for the Cavaliers: kicking, punting, and holding when called upon. He shows off his eye-popping athleticism in other sports as well. He is a double-double machine with guard skills on the hardwood, and found the back of the net often for Coral Gables' soccer team. For good measure, Yondui also runs the second leg of the 4x100 for the track team.
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The top football recruits in Florida for 2027 include versatile players highlighted in the USA TODAY Florida Network's Top 100 list.
Stive-Bentley Keumajou Yondui is recognized for his ability to excel in multiple positions, showcasing his versatility on the field.
Versatility allows high school players to fill various roles, making them more appealing to college scouts and coaches looking for adaptable athletes.
The complete list of Florida's Top 100 recruits for 2027 can be found on the USA TODAY Florida Network's website.

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Lake Wales wide receiver Kaneilius Purdy is first team, All County.
Lake Wales ATH
USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rank: No. 32 overall, No. 2 athlete
Purdy was the marquee weapon in a potent Lake Wales offense last year, leading the team in receiving yards after pulling down 54 passes for 1,045 yards and 11 scores. He is also a supremely talented defensive back, and he often picks up the other teams best receiver in 1-on-1 situations. Rarely tested, he tallied a pair of pass breakups and no interceptions while two other teammates combined for 20 pass breakups and five picks. Purdy is also a dangerous return man, and tallied 337 yards on special teams.
Cardinal Gibbons WR/TE DeMarcus DeRoche at the Under Armour Next camp in Orlando, Feb. 22, 2026
Cardinal Gibbons TE
USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rank: No. 20 overall, No. 1 tight end
DeRoche is a hard-nosed tight end that moves the needle all over the field for Cardinal Gibbons. A gifted athlete, the 6-foot-5, 215 pounder is a willing and able blocker that hits his assignments with force. He's also a talented pass catcher, and tallied seven touchdowns on 12 catches through nine games. The Chiefs also use the Miami commit in money down situations on defense, putting him on the edge and letting him loose. He tallied 13 tackles and a sack in key situations for Cardinal Gibbons last year. DeRoche was also an important piece of a strong Cardinal Gibbons basketball team that went 22-7.
Rickards Raiders wide receiver Davion Crumitie (0) returns a kick versus the Chiles Timberwolves in a Week 4 FHSAA football game at Stan Goldstein Field in Tallahassee, Florida, Friday, Sept. 12, 2025.
Rickards ATH
USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rank: No. 77 overall, No. 6 athlete
Crumitie was invaluable for Rickards in his junior campaign. The speedster led the team in receptions (52) and receiving yards (776) while being the go-to return man on special teams (304 yards on kick returns). He has the same nose for the ball at safety, and tallied 26 total tackles and an interception. Crumitie registered a blocked field goal as well.
The First Academy ATH
USA TODAY Florida Top 100 rank: No. 65 overall, No. 5 athlete
The Royals leaned on Dillard a lot in his junior campaign, including a long stint at QB1 that saw him toss for 839 yards and 11 touchdowns with five interceptions. He added 508 rushing yards and four scores on 84 carries, and caught 13 passes for 183 more yards and a pair of touchdowns when he moved away from signal caller. He also has impressive instincts at defensive back, and stepped in to support The First Academy's star-studded secondary when called upon.
This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Florida football recruiting Top 100 for 2027: Most versatile prospects