The #2 Sophomore Wideout In Louisiana: Miguel Whitley

Miguel Whitley is a 4 Star recruit who plays Wide Receiver at St. Augustine High School. Whitley is ranked as the 218th best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 30 Wide Receiver in the class as well. In addition, Whitley is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Louisiana and is listed as the #2 Wide Receiver in the state of Louisiana. He holds offers from schools such as Texas A&M, Ole Miss and Florida State.

Who are some role models in your life?

I’ve always looked up to athletes who combine excellence with humility, like LeBron James for his work ethic, leadership, and more.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

A mix of NBA YoungBoy, or I can go with some Rod Wave and Drake.

What are the strengths of your game?

I think my biggest strength is my ability to read the field, stay one step ahead, catch the ball, and get YAC (Yards After Catch).

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Right now, my favorite memory is my first-ever touchdown as a freshman.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Jakeem Stewart. He was my teammate for about two years—a great player and a hard worker.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Work on your craft every day, even when it feels like you’re not seeing immediate results. You have to be mentally tough.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Turks and Caicos—I’d love to go there.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I started playing football when I was 12 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Michael Jordan

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Just watching college football is a great moment for me.