2028 TOP FB RECRUIT 5'6", 145 (RB) OMARI MURRAY SCOUTING REPORT

2028 TOP FOOTBALL RECRUIT

Thus far, 2028 top football recruit Omari Murray has earned so many S.T.E.P ratings points that he has eclipsed the highest rating feasible and is the first 5 star football recruit at College Football Now. We most likely will give him a 6th and 7th Star soon enough, because he has shattered every expectation of what I believe is going to be a dangerous offensive weapon moving forward for the remainder of his football career. Read his update CFB Now scouting report below!

TOP 2028 RB RECRUIT OMARI MURRAY

Top 2028 RB recruit Omari Murray has rapidly emerged as one of the premier names in the 2028 football recruiting class, showcasing a rare blend of athleticism, vision, and maturity well beyond his years. Already a six-time All-American, U.S. Army All-American, and two-time all-star game selection committee honoree, Murray’s résumé is as decorated as it is impressive for a sophomore. The South Florida standout — who was named to the All-South Florida Freshman Team and recognized as the top prospect at the @YouAreAthlete camp in Houston — has also entered the NIL era in style, inking a deal with Seattle Gold Grills. He is also the younger brother of Denver Nuggets shooting guard Jamal Murray, and that elite athletic pedigree is on full display every time Omari touches the football. Adding to his growing national acclaim, he is an official candidate for the prestigious Gatorade High School Football Player of the Year award.

On film, Murray stands out immediately for his patience and natural feel for the game. His ability to read blocking schemes and manipulate defenders with subtle hesitation or footwork is elite for his age. Like a young Marshall Faulk or Darren Sproles, Murray displays exceptional burst and stop-start acceleration, often making defenders miss in the open field with ease. His balance through contact and compact power allow him to churn out yardage after first hits, making him a consistent threat to turn short gains into highlight runs.

Beyond his dynamic rushing ability, Murray’s versatility as a receiver out of the backfield sets him apart from most running backs in his class. He runs crisp, purposeful routes and exhibits natural hands, making him a matchup nightmare for linebackers and safeties alike. His football IQ shines in how he anticipates defensive adjustments and exploits space with surgical precision.

Simply put, Omari Murray is a game-changing all-purpose back — a player who can alter the outcome of a contest every time he touches the ball. His blend of explosiveness, patience, and football instincts makes him arguably the most exciting offensive weapon in the nation for the 2028 cycle. At CollegeFootballNow.org, Murray currently stands as the most complete and electrifying APB (All-Purpose Back) prospect we have evaluated on tape.

Scout Trout Elite Update
Running Back | WR | QB📍 School: William H. Turner Technical Arts HS
(Plays at Westland Hialeah Senior HS)
📏 Measurements: 5-6.5 • 145 lbs
⭐ College Football Now — 5★ Recruit

ACCREDITED ACCOLADES & HONORS
🏆 14× Football All-American
🏅 U.S. Army All-American
⭐ UP Next All-American
⭐ FBU All-American (multiple levels)
FBU 7th Grade All-American
FBU Freshman All-American
Offense-Defense All-American
📣 Coach Mac Youth All-American
📣 Hot Bed Freshman All-American
📣 Southern Exposure All-American
📣 Dream Football Classic All-American
📣 All-American Exposure All-American
📣 Peach State Gridiron Classic All-American
📣 NFL Flag & Youth Flag Nationals All-American
💥 Freshman Honorable Mention
📍 8th Grade All-County (Varsity)
🏈 Offensive Player of the Week (3×)
🌟 Florida Gatorade Player of the Year Candidate
🌟 Florida Dairy Farmers 2A Player of the Year
📜 Florida Athletic Coaches Association Honors
All-State
All-District
All-Academic
🏃 NASA Varsity Track & Field Award Winner
🏅 Florida Recreation and Park Association Achievement Award Winner
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STRENGTHS & VISION - Omari is a versatile offensive weapon with experience across RB, WR, and QB roles. His consistent All-American honors from youth through freshman levels demonstrate elite competitive experience, field awareness, and adaptability. As a multi-sport athlete with track & field recognition, his explosiveness and athletic profile are elite for his age group.

SCRIPTURAL IDENTITY - Colossians 3:23 — “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”

Omari’s work ethic, humility, and elevated drive reflect his faith-forward approach to competition, preparation, and leadership on and off the field.

OMARI MURRAY 7TH-9TH GRADE STATS
377 carries for 3,182 yards and 43 TD's, 103 receptions for 1,404 yards & 17 TD's, 361 passing yards & 5 TD's, 1,252 return yards & 6 TD's, 71 total TD's. 

Named FACA All-State By @FACACoach

CFB offers - Ohio State, Florida Atlantic, Mississippi Valley State, Avila, Warner, Brevard & Judson

​CFB programs showing interest - Alabama, Eastern Michigan, Dartmouth & ETSU