Vernell Brown III, ranked No. 35 overall and the fifth-best wide receiver in the 2025 class, is celebrated for his explosive athleticism and playmaking skills. Known for his quickness and ability to create separation, Brown can be a formidable threat at the receiver position as well as bring value as a return specialist.

As such, a handful of Big Ten programs will continue to pull in top-25 and top-10 recruiting classes on a regular basis. The Class of 2025 is no different. A look at the most recent Class of 2025 recruiting rankings from 247Sports shows some familiar names competing for the top recruiting classes in the nation and the conference.