Top 3 landing spots for four-star CB Ben Hanks Jr. to the class of 2025 ft. Florida 

Four-star cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. is one of the most promising prospects in the 2025 recruiting class. He has received two dozen offers and is set to announce his commitment on August 16.

The 6-foot-1, 170-pound prospect is ranked as the No. 10 cornerback, the No. 12 recruit in Florida and the No. 72 prospect in the 2025 cycle according to On3. 247Sports places him as the No. 10 cornerback, the No. 14 recruit in Florida and the No. 81 prospect in the class.

During his junior season, Hanks recorded six interceptions, three of which he returned for touchdowns while also returning a fumble for a touchdown, along with three blocked field goals and 38 tackles.

Let's explore the three programs that have the most potential to earn Hanks' commitment.

Top 3 programs vying for Ben Hanks Jr.'s commitment

3. Louisville

Louisville has been a consistent presence in Hanks’ recruitment, having offered him a scholarship shortly after coach Jeff Brohm took the reins. The Cardinals hosted Hanks on an official visit on May 31 and made a strong impression on the cornerback.

Louisville’s 2025 recruiting class includes three-star cornerback Josh Johnson and a total of 13 committed players, ranking No. 59 nationally and No. 14 in the ACC. The class also features standout prospects like edge rusher C.J. May, quarterback Mason Mims, edge rusher Tyrone Burrus Jr., wide receiver Jordan Allen and linebacker Caleb Matelau.

2. Miami

According to On3’s Recruiting Prediction Machine, Miami has a 2.8% chance of landing Hanks.

The Hurricanes have been heavily involved in Ben Hanks Jr.'s recruitment, hosting him a total of seven times, including an official visit on June 21. The program's cornerback coach, Chevis Jackson, and defensive coordinator, Lance Guidry, have been leading the charge.

Miami’s 2025 class is ranked No. 12 in the nation and No. 3 in the ACC, featuring 20 committed prospects. Among them are four-star cornerbacks Jaboree Antoine and Chris Ewald, as well as other high-profile recruits like safety Hylton Stubbs, interior offensive lineman SJ Alofaituli and linebacker Gavin Nix.

1. Florida

All signs point to Florida as the frontrunner in the race for Ben Hanks Jr.’s commitment. 247Sports' Crystal Ball predictions favor the Gators, and On3’s Recruiting Prediction Machine gives Florida a 94.2% chance of securing Hanks’ pledge.

Florida has hosted Hanks three times, including an official visit on June 7. The Gators also have a unique advantage, as Hanks is the son of Ben Hanks Sr., who played linebacker for Florida from 1992 to 1995 before his NFL career.

“With my dad going here, they’ll always be a good school — a good fit with me,” Hanks told Gators Wire.

On3’s Corey Bender has also indicated that NIL opportunities could be a significant factor in Ben Hanks Jr.'s decision to favor Florida.

Florida has 12 players committed to the 2025 class, which ranks No. 32 in the nation and No. 14 in the SEC. The class features blue-chip prospects like Vernell Brown III, Jalen Wiggins, Joshua Moore, Demetres Samuel and Waltez Clark.