Florida State QB commit Logan Flaherty rushes for four touchdowns as Port Charlotte (Fla.) cruises
Port Charlotte (Fla.) standout quarterback Logan Flaherty really blossomed as a passer during his junior season last fall. The three-star Florida State commit can also get it done on the feet, however, and he showcased just that on Friday night. The Pirates demolished Cape Coral, picking up a 63-26 victory on the road. All nine […]
Port Charlotte quarterback Logan Flaherty, a three-star commit to Florida State, showcased his dual-threat capabilities in a dominant 63-26 win against Cape Coral. All nine of the Pirates' touchdowns came on the ground, with Flaherty rushing for four of them. The 6-foot-2.5, 185-pounder was unstoppable from the first play, scoring on an option carry in the opening possession.
Flaherty followed up with a 65-yard touchdown run, extending the Pirates' lead to 28-7. Running back Bruce Blanden added two more rushing touchdowns for the Pirates before Flaherty secured a 37-yard read option touchdown late in the third quarter. The game marked Flaherty's first four rushing touchdowns of the season. As a freshman, he rushed for 842 yards and 13 scores, and as a sophomore, he added another 842 yards and 13 scores on the ground, complementing his 27 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns last season.
The 2027 class rankings have Flaherty as the No. 41 QB and No. 788 overall prospect, while he is also the No. 67 senior in Florida. Now 1-0, Port Charlotte will face Clearwater Central Catholic next week.
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