IMG Academy hosts NFL Academy with three key recruits to watch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
IMG Academy faces NFL Academy on October 16 in Bradenton as part of their ongoing season. The Ascenders, currently 7-0 after a 49-7 win over New Palestine, seek to maintain their undefeated record. Key players for IMG include Alabama commit Osani Gayles, who has over 100 receiving yards in consecutive games, and safety Chuck Roberts, leading the team in tackles. NFL Academy enters the matchup following a pair of 40-0 wins in the UK over Benelux Football and Mexican Academy. The game aims to showcase talent and progress for both teams.
- •IMG Academy is 7-0 after defeating New Palestine 49-7.
- •Osani Gayles has two consecutive games over 100 receiving yards.
- •Chuck Roberts leads IMG Academy with 41 tackles this season.
- •NFL Academy won consecutive games 40-0 against UK opponents.
- 3:42 PMYahoo Sports — IMG Academy football three top recruts to watch vs NFL Academy
"Here are three players to watch as IMG Academy gets set to take on NFL Academy on Oct. 16, starting with Alabama commit Osani Gayles.
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