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Four-star tight end Heze Kent has been a familiar face around Gainesville since earning an offer from the Florida Gators in the spring of 2023. With multiple visits under his belt, Kent’s interest in Florida has remained strong as he continues to navigate his recruitment process.
Most recently, Kent made the trip to Gainesville earlier this month to watch Florida’s basketball team upset the then-No. 1 Tennessee Volunteers. In addition to his frequent visits, the Gators’ coaching staff has reciprocated the interest.
Co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Russ Callaway, along with head coach Billy Napier, have made their way to Brunswick, Georgia to check in on the talented tight end.
While nothing is set in stone for the spring, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Kent return to campus before summer rolls around. He recently trimmed his list of college programs to five: Alabama Crimson Tide, Florida Gators, Florida State Seminoles, Miami Hurricanes and the Texas Longhorns.
As part of his next steps, Kent has already penciled in an official visit to Florida for the weekend of May 30-June 1, Swamp247 has confirmed.
Although it’s still early in the official visit scheduling process, Kent is one of only two tight ends currently locked in for an official visit to Florida. The Gators also have a visit lined up with four-star tight end Camden Jensen, who is set to be in Gainesville during the weekend of June 13.
With his recruitment heating up and Florida maintaining a strong presence in the race, Kent’s upcoming visits—including his official stop in late May—will be key in determining whether the Gators can land the dynamic playmaker in their 2026 class.
Recruiting Summary
Kent is one of the top tight end prospects in the 2026 recruiting class, boasting an impressive combination of size and athleticism. Standing at…
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Author : Gators Wire
Publish date : 2025-01-31 18:03:00
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