No. 2 OT Kennedy Brown Eyeing Spring Visit to Florida

Highly-touted 2027 prospect considering trip to Gators' campus

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Kennedy Brown, the No. 2-ranked offensive tackle in the 2027 recruiting class, is planning a spring visit to the University of Florida after previously having to cancel earlier plans. The 6-foot-4, 285-pound prospect from Kingwood High School in Humble, Texas, cited the positive environment created by new Gators offensive line coach Phil Trautwein as a key factor in his interest.

Why it matters

Landing top offensive line talent is a priority for the Florida Gators as they look to rebuild their program under new head coach Billy Napier. Securing a commitment from a blue-chip prospect like Brown would be a major recruiting win that could help the Gators improve their offensive line depth and talent.

The details

Brown, who is ranked as the No. 2 offensive tackle and No. 24 overall prospect in the 2027 class, said he feels a "comfortable environment" at Florida since Trautwein joined the coaching staff. The Gators are making a "great push" to bring Brown to campus this spring after his previous visit plans fell through.

  • Brown is planning a spring visit to the University of Florida campus.

The players

Kennedy Brown

A 6-foot-4, 285-pound offensive tackle ranked as the No. 2 player at his position and No. 24 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting class.

Phil Trautwein

The offensive line coach for the University of Florida Gators football team.

Billy Napier

The head coach of the University of Florida Gators football team.

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What they’re saying

“I feel like ever since Coach [Phil] Traut[wein] came, it's been more of a comfortable environment or a great school to speak with just overall. Coach Traut is just making such a great push recently.”

— Kennedy Brown (247sports.com)

The takeaway

The Florida Gators are making a strong push to land one of the top offensive line recruits in the 2027 class, as they look to rebuild their program under new head coach Billy Napier. Securing a commitment from a blue-chip prospect like Kennedy Brown would be a major recruiting victory that could help shore up the team's offensive line depth and talent.