Antijuan Wilkes strengthens ties with Florida coach Phil Trautwein
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:18 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Five-star offensive tackle Antijuan Wilkes has developed a close relationship with Florida offensive line coach Phil Trautwein. The 6-foot-5, 250-pound prospect from Cass Technical High School in Detroit has been in frequent contact with Trautwein, discussing both football and personal matters. Wilkes views Florida as a top-five school despite not yet visiting the campus. He plans to visit Florida on November 21 when the Gators host Vanderbilt and has scheduled visits with several other programs between now and then.
- •Wilkes is ranked No. 1 offensive tackle and No. 13 overall nationally.
- •He is set to visit Florida on November 21.
- •Wilkes is also visiting Michigan, Georgia, and Alabama in the coming months.
- •He emphasizes the importance of player development and academics in his recruitment.
- •Michigan leads in recruiting predictions for Wilkes, with a 28.3% chance.
- 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — Five-star offensive tackle continues to build bond with Phil Trautwein
"The top offensive tackle in the 2028 recruiting cycle, Antijuan Wilkes, discusses his strong bond with offensive line coach Phil Trautwein.
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