Jamal Brooks

Strengths

Jamal has elite separation ability and exceptional route running for his class. His hands are reliable in traffic and his release off the line of scrimmage is already college-ready. He consistently wins against press coverage and shows advanced understanding of leverage.

Areas for Development

Needs to add functional strength to his frame before the next level. Blocking effort in the run game is inconsistent — he has the athleticism to be a plus blocker but needs to commit to it. Needs to improve contested catch rate in jump-ball situations.

Strengths

Outstanding football IQ — Jamal processes coverages pre-snap at a level you rarely see in a junior. He finds soft spots in zones and adjusts his routes on the fly. His motor is relentless; he runs every route at full speed regardless of the game situation.

Areas for Development

Physical tools are good but not elite at this stage. Will need to prove he can win against longer, more physical corners at the Power 5 level. Contested catch situations need work — tends to let the ball into his body rather than attacking at the highest point.

Strengths

One of the top WR prospects in the 2026 Florida class. Jamal's combination of route precision, ball tracking, and football intelligence is rare at this age. He has the frame to add 10–15 lbs without losing his speed. His 4.42 is legitimate and he plays to that speed on film. Academic profile is strong — 3.6 GPA shows he can handle the demands of a Power 5 program.

Areas for Development

Physicality at the catch point is the primary area to develop. He is not yet a 50/50 ball winner. Needs to develop a more complete route tree — currently most effective on short-to-intermediate routes. Run blocking needs to become a consistent part of his game.