Caden Ramsey
#85

Caden Ramsey

TE South Carolina South Carolina Freshman

Bio

Height 6'5"
Weight 203 lbs
Hometown Cross, SC
High School Cross
Rating ⭐⭐⭐

Recruiting

⭐⭐⭐ Class of 2026
#1030 National
#23 WR
#9 State
0.8722 Rating

Scouting Report

B+
87 / 100 Ceiling 87 • Floor 75
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Caden Ramsey is a 3-star Wide Receiver from Cross, SC (Cross) in the 2026 class. Ranked No. 1030 nationally, No. 23 at WR, No. 9 in SC. Composite rating: 0.8722. Committed to University of South Carolina since September 7, 2025.

Physical Profile

Listed at 6-5, 220 lbs. Taller than 96% and heavier than 98% of 2026 Wide Receiver prospects in the SEC Scouts database (329 with a listed size).

Play Style

On film, Ramsey operates as a big-bodied receiver who excels at high-pointing the football and winning contested catches. His long strides make him a deceptive vertical threat. Defensively, his ball-hawking tendencies at safety translate to his offensive game, showcasing a natural ability to track and attack the ball in the air. He is most effective when split out from the line of scrimmage.

Strengths

  • Exceptional ball skills and ability to catch the ball away from his body, a trait evident from his play on both offense and defense.
  • Mismatch potential due to his 6-foot-5 frame, which will be a problem for defensive backs.
  • Versatile two-way player in high school, starring at both wide receiver and safety, where he led the state of South Carolina with 13 interceptions in one season. This background indicates a high level of athleticism and football IQ.

Areas to Improve

  • Significant weight gain and functional strength are necessary to transition to a full-time tight end role. He will need to get into the 230-pound range to be a viable multi-down player.
  • Blocking technique is a complete unknown, as he has primarily played receiver and safety. He is currently learning the nuances of playing from a three-point stance.

College Projection

Ramsey projects as a developmental receiving tight end or H-back at the University of South Carolina. Expect a redshirt year to focus on physical development and learning the intricacies of the tight end position. His initial impact will likely be as a situational red-zone threat before potentially growing into a more complete, every-down player later in his collegiate career.

Best Fit

A spread offensive scheme that utilizes the tight end as a primary receiving option and moves them around the formation would be an ideal fit. This would maximize his current strengths as a pass-catcher while allowing him to develop his blocking skills without the immediate pressure of being an in-line blocker on every snap.

Player Comparison

Jaylen Waddle Alabama • Miami Dolphins 82% match

Similar frame at 6'5" 210lbs with elite athleticism that translates across multiple positions. Both were highly-rated recruits who remained position-flexible during recruitment, showing the versatility and raw athletic ability that allows coaching staffs to maximize their potential in various roles.