Mike Broxton is 6-foot-10, plays wide receiver, and looks like he was built in a video game. That’s why he’s blowing up online. The moment he stepped on the field at Gibbs High School in Florida, he didn’t just stand out; he stood over everyone.
Clips from 7-on-7 practice show exactly why he’s headlining high school football and trending online. On a simple jump ball, Broxton went up like he was snagging a rebound, except he was doing it in cleats, over stunned defensive backs. They had no shot.
Broxton plays both football and basketball, and it’s obvious. His movement, timing, and body control don’t match his size; they’re better. Every route he runs creates panic, not because he’s fast, but because once the ball’s in the air, it’s already his.
This isn’t just a viral moment. If Broxton adds polish to his game, he’s a problem waiting to happen at the next level.
Gibbs High Star Making Noise in Both Sports
On the basketball court, Mike Broxton averaged 4.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game this past season, all in under seven minutes per outing. The numbers don’t jump off the stat sheet, but the raw athleticism is clear, and it’s exactly what’s translating so well to the football field.
Despite being relatively new to football, Broxton is already drawing serious collegiate interest. His head coach, Herbans Paul, says the 6-foot-10 WR/tight end isn’t just holding his own, he’s dominating. “What’s impressive is he’s already a football player in my opinion,” Paul said. “He’s out there and not dropping any passes. He’s a natural. I’m lost for words when I watch him.”
While most would see Broxton as a long-term project, Paul sees the opposite. With hands, body control, and instincts already in place, Broxton’s high school career is just the beginning.
College Football and Basketball Offers Rolling In
Mike Broxton’s size and athleticism haven’t just gone viral, they’ve caught the attention of college scouts in both football and basketball. The 6-foot-10 Gibbs High School standout has already picked up a football offer from Jackson State and a basketball offer from Toledo, setting him up as a legit two-sport prospect.
According to his head coach, Herbans Paul, the list of interested programs is growing fast. “Sacramento State, Jacksonville State, Wake Forest, UCF, USF, pretty much everyone in Florida has checked in,” Paul said.
The idea of Broxton playing both sports at the next level isn’t far-fetched. He has the tools, the work ethic, and now the attention. With more exposure and continued development, Broxton’s not just a social media story, he’s shaping up to be a two-sport star in the making.
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