Uncommitted Wide Receiver Turning Heads Ahead of 2026 Season

CJ Favors Jr. has spent five months training at Van Hook Sports Performance while seeking the right college football opportunity

United States, 5th Jun 2026 -- CJ Favors Jr., a wide receiver who previously competed at St. Scholastica, is currently uncommitted and actively seeking the right college football opportunity ahead of the 2026 season.

Favors, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound wide receiver with a 6-foot-7 wingspan, a 42-inch vertical, and a reported 4.48-second 40-yard dash from a wide receiver stance, is an under-the-radar player with the physical profile, production, and upside to force programs to take a second look.

During the 2025 season -- his first year starting at wide receiver at the college level -- Favors recorded 34 receptions for 634 yards, averaging 18.7 yards per catch, with five touchdowns and zero fumbles. Competing in a run-heavy offensive system, he made the most of his opportunities when targeted, showing the ability to stretch the field vertically, win contested catches, create separation, protect the football, and turn limited chances into explosive production.

That upside has already been noticed in scouting circles. Oliver James West, Midwest Scouting Director for Prep Redzone, described Favors as an eye-catching uncommitted transfer with "ridiculous length," "lean, ropey muscular definition," "great speed," and "explosive" traits after watching him compete at the University of Minnesota prospect camp.

"Really like his athletic upside and dynamic ability," West said.

What makes Favors especially compelling is the complete physical profile. Along with his frame and length, he brings rare leaping ability, body control, ball security, and ball skills that make him a legitimate red-zone and deep-ball threat. His 4.48 40-yard dash from a receiver stance gives coaches a more position-specific look at his functional speed and acceleration, while his catch radius and one-handed catch ability have become consistent parts of his skill set.

Since January, Favors has been training full-time at Van Hook Sports Performance in Henderson, Nevada, a Las Vegas-area performance facility known for attracting elite talent, including NFL and MLB athletes, who train there to prepare for their seasons and maximize performance. That environment has given Favors a professional-level standard to match every day as he continues sharpening his route running, explosiveness, strength training, conditioning, release package, football IQ, physicality, and overall consistency.

For a program with championship ambitions, Favors represents more than just another available receiver. He represents a potential matchup problem -- a big, explosive target with the length, ball skills, and mindset to change the way an offense attacks defenses in 2026.

"I know I'm not the biggest name available right now, but I believe I'm one of the best opportunities still on the board," said CJ Favors Jr. "At 6'3" with a 6'7" wingspan, I can win matchups, stretch the field, and give a quarterback a target who can go get the football. I've been training like a pro, preparing for the right program to give me a real shot. When that happens, I'll prove the rest."

Those who have watched Favors train believe his best football is still ahead of him, including Coach Brian Van Hook, Founder & Head Performance Coach of Van Hook Sports Performance.

"CJ is something special," said Coach Brian Van Hook. "He has the 'it' factor. His size, length, athleticism, work ethic, and mindset give him a chance to change the outlook of a team. He has the tools you look for in a complete receiver -- size, hands, explosiveness, confidence, and the hunger to keep improving."

Favors' recruitment has already begun gaining momentum, with multiple college programs reaching out and offers currently under consideration as staffs continue evaluating late-cycle receiver talent. Among the programs showing serious interest is an HBCU program viewed as a potential national contender in the race toward the Cricket Celebration Bowl, further signaling that college staffs are taking notice of his size, production, leadership, and upside.

Favors currently holds a 3.0 GPA and plans to major in Psychology. He remains open in the recruiting process while continuing conversations with programs seeking immediate receiver talent.

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Player Information

Name: CJ Favors Jr.Position: Wide Receiver

Height/Weight: 6'3" / 215 lbs

Wingspan: 6'7"

Vertical: 42 inches

40-Yard Dash: 4.48 seconds from WR stance

2025 Stats: 34 receptions, 634 yards, 18.7 YPC, 5 TDs, 0 fumbles

GPA: 3.0

Intended Major: Psychology

Status: Uncommitted / Available for 2026 Season

Eligibility: Two years remaining

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