U.S. Navy All-American Bowl players to watch: Top-ranked recruits of showcase

Four five-star prospects will take the field in the 2025 Navy All-American Bowl on Saturday at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

The game ― previously known as the Army All-American Bowl ― will feature top high school prospects from the 2025 and 2026 recruiting classes one day after the conclusion of the 2024 College Football Playoff semifinal.

Previously, the bowl featured 594 future NFL draft picks, 247 Pro Bowl selections and 18 Heisman Trophy finalists, according to the bowl game’s website, giving college coaches a glimpse into the sport’s future.

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While most of the 2025 recruiting class has signed with their respective schools, seven commitments are expected to be announced during the game, adding even more flare and dramatics to the showcase and many uncommitted 2026 prospects will have a chance to show out for future programs.

With so many blue-chip players taking the field on Saturday, here are the top players to watch in the 2025 U.S. Navy All-American Bowl:

Players to watch U.S. Navy All-American Bowl

Here are the top players to watch in the 2025 U.S. Navy All-American Bowl:

OL David Sanders Jr. (Tennessee)

The 2025 recruiting cycle’s No. 6 prospect has been committed to Tennessee since Aug. 17 and signed with the Vols despite a late visit to Ohio State before early signing day. Sanders could step into a starting role with Tennessee as a freshman, providing a key player to protect quarterback Nico Iamaleava in 2025. According to the 247Sports Composite, Sanders is the highest-ranked player on Team East and the only current five-star.

OL Andrew Babalola (Michigan)

Another offensive lineman, Babalola, is the second-highest-ranked player in the game. Babalola has been committed to the Wolverines since…

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Publish date : 2025-01-11 11:07:00

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