June 24, 2026

2023 Florida trio sets same commitment date; OSU 4-star DL target Keith Sampson Jr. commits to Florida State: Buckeyes Recruiting Roundup


COLUMBUS, Ohio – Friends and teammates often dream about playing at the same college. For one Florida trio, that dream could become a reality. Class of 2023 targets Malik Bryant, Payton Kirkland and Derrick LeBlanc all simultaneously set their commitment date on Sunday night, taking to Twitter to share that they will be announcing their decision on July 23. So, could they all be headed to Columbus? Not likely. The Buckeyes have a chance here to come away with at least one. LeBlanc, who earned a medium confidence crystal ball to OSU from Steve Wiltfong last year, followed by another from an FSU insider in February, has been trending toward the Gators. The 6-foot-4, 270-pound prospect visited Gainsville once again over the weekend, along with Kirkland. Florida seems to have taken the lead in his recruitment. Coach Billy Napier and Co. have come on strong in Kirkland’s recruitment as well.…

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