{
  "id": 2851082,
  "title": "Local elite WR speaks on FSU's pitch, relationship with coaching staff",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/local-elite-wr-speaks-on-fsus-pitch-relationship-with-coaching-staff",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T19:15:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/local-elite-wr-speaks-fsus-191516895.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bubba Brown, a highly ranked four-star wide receiver, had a standout sophomore season at Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia. He recorded 28 receptions for 518 yards and five touchdowns while contributing 156 yards and four touchdowns on the ground. Brown also added an interception on defense and handled punt return duties. After his junior year, he transferred to Florida State University High School in Tallahassee, where he began his high school football journey.\n\nSince his return, the FSU Seminoles have intensified their recruitment efforts, making sure to maintain contact with not only Brown's football skills but also his basketball talents. Brown, who averages impressive statistics on the basketball court, expressed his appreciation for the relentless communication from the coaching staff, both in football and basketball.\n\nThe 6-foot-2, 190-pound Brown, ranked as the nation's No. 140 overall prospect and No. 20 wide receiver, is exploring various options as he considers his future. He has a long list of potential schools to visit, including the Texas Longhorns, Florida Gators, Alabama Crimson Tide, Nebraska Cornhuskers, Georgia Bulldogs, Tennessee Volunteers, Auburn Tigers, and Florida State. The main reason Brown is keen on visiting FSU is the strong relationship he has developed with offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach Tim Harris Jr. Harris's dedication to Brown's mental well-being outside of football has played a significant role in Brown's decision-making process. With local talent crucial to the program's success, Brown is an attractive prospect for FSU in the 2028 recruiting cycle, alongside fellow four-star cornerback Izayah Vickers, who also attends Florida State University High School.",
  "summary": "2028 four-star wide receiver Bubba Brown is a prime target for Florida State, and he recently spoke on how they're approaching his recruitment.",
  "key_points": [
    "Bubba Brown, four-star WR, had standout sophomore season at Lowndes High School.",
    "Brown transferred to Florida State University High School, excelling in football and basketball.",
    "Brown values Tim Harris Jr.'s mental support, influencing his decision to consider FSU."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}