HRYF NFL Camp Top Prospects
The Hampton Roads Youth Foundation held its 29th NFL camp at Hampton University. Vernon Lee and Carl Francis run the free camp in the 757 area code, which was founded by legendary coach Tommy Reamon. Some former NFL players who have participated include Michael Vick, Aaron Brooks, Tyrod Taylor, and Julius Peppers.
Here are some of the top camp performers from the 2025 HRYF Camp.
Top 5
The prospect that made the biggest impression on me was Tabb 2027 receiver Solomon Limehouse (6-1, 175), who had a standout performance at the HRYF Camp. Limehouse handed out a couple of “you got Moss’ed” highlights, and he showed the best receiver skillset at the camp. Limehouse was selected as the receiver MVP by the camp coaches. He had 21 catches for 129 yards with Tabb in his sophomore year.
The one quarterback who stood head and shoulders over the rest was Bethel senior Alexander Lewis (6-2, 175). Lewis received his first D1 offer from Morgan State in May, and he has been receiving interest during the Spring Camp season.
Jael Love (6-0, 165) was the first name the HRYF camp coaches gave me as a top prospect. Love plays in the Wing T offense for the Lafayette Rams, but he still finished with 23 receptions for 484 yards and six touchdowns. He averaged nearly 21 yards per catch.
There were two prospects at the HRYF NFL Camp with Power 4 offers, and they went head-to-head during the one-on-one drills.
Hampton edge Gene Jones (6-3, 275) was the top defensive lineman at the HRYF Camp and the highest rated recruit. He is a junior who has Power 4 offers from Virginia Tech, Virginia, and Syracuse. On display was his excellent strength, quick first move, and speed to the backfield.
Tabb junior Tyler Maddock (6-foot-8, 300) was selected as the HRYF NFL Camp top Offensive Lineman. He has the size you can’t teach, and he gets into position with leverage to hold off pass rushers. Maddock has a Power 4 offer from Syracuse.
Other Linemen
New Kent sophomore Jamison Hathaway (6-9, 330) is raw and still developing. Hathaway says his primary position is defensive tackle, but he worked out primarily at offensive tackle. He may be better suited for the offensive side of the ball due to his size and strength.
Menchville 2026 lineman Juan Rivera (6-4, 320) also worked out on offense and defense but was told to stay on offense because he was dominating his head-to-head matchups. Rivera is a late bloomer who played varsity football for the first time last season. He started every game at defensive tackle for the Monarchs while also seeing time at guard and offensive tackle.
Best of the rest
Shawn Spencer is the brother of current Cleveland Browns Defensive Back Lamarion James, who was the NFL player representative. Spencer made his brother proud with several nice catches. He is a freshman who will attend Nansemond River High School.
Kecoughtan sophomore Kinney McRae (5-10 150) made several plays in the secondary during both the one-on-ones and during the 7-on-7 matchups. He displayed a lot of energy and confidence and was one of the top defensive backs at the HRYF camp.
Phoebus senior Elijah Gregory made a great one-handed catch, showing good concentration on a catch across the middle. He was also good in coverage during the 7-on-7 competition.