CJ Rosser
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Scout Report
Southeastern Prep's frontcourt rotation reads like a recruiting board: a top-ranked point guard, two high-major bigs already spoken for, and a 6-foot-10 junior who might be the best prospect of the bunch. CJ Rosser is the second-ranked player in the class of 2027, and he has spent his prep career in rooms where nobody gets to coast.
Background
Rosser is an Orlando kid, and Central Florida has produced plenty of bigs who grew up playing against older, stronger competition. He now plays at Southeastern Prep, where he shares the floor with Beckham Black, the top-ranked player in the 2027 class. Obinna Ekezie Jr., a Louisville commit, and Toni Bryant, a Missouri commit, round out the frontcourt. Practicing against that group every day is its own kind of development, and it shows in how comfortable Rosser looks sharing the floor with other high-level players.
Playing Style
Rosser is a 6-foot-10 power forward, and the first thing a coach notices is how much of the floor he can cover at that size. He fits a modern four-man role: he can finish around the rim, set screens and roll, and share the ball when the defense collapses. Playing next to Black, a point guard with his own national pull, means the pick-and-roll is a natural fit. Rosser can screen, dive, and make a decision on the short roll without forcing anything. He does not need the ball to be useful, and that matters when the roster is stacked with high-profile scorers. On the defensive end, his length gives a staff options. He can protect the basket, hold his spot in drop coverage, and rebound out of his area. The competition at Southeastern Prep gives him daily reps against size, which sharpens his positioning and his feel for when to leave his feet. He plays within the team concept, and the ranking suggests the evaluators like what they see in his decision-making as much as his frame.
Strengths
Start with the combination of size and role flexibility. A 6-foot-10 forward who can play both frontcourt spots and fit beside another big is a rare find, and coaches covet that kind of lineup versatility. His fit in a pick-and-roll system with a high-level guard is another selling point, because bigs who finish, screen, and read the short roll are hard to find. He rebounds and protects the rim with length that bothers shots without needing to gamble. The 20 Division I offers, from programs like Kentucky, Louisville, Arkansas, and Maryland, show how many staffs see a frontcourt piece they can build around.
Areas to Watch
The next step is turning a good all-around skill set into a signature one, whether that is a reliable face-up game, a consistent perimeter shot, or a dominant interior scoring package. Adding strength will matter once he faces college-level post bruisers every night. Staffs will also want to see him take over a game on his own, not just fit inside a loaded roster.
Player Comparison
A useful comparison is a mobile, team-first forward in the mold of Jarrett Allen, a long finisher who thrives in pick-and-roll sets and protects the rim. Rosser's profile is not an exact match, since the team-concept style and ranking give him room to grow in different directions. The comp works best as a floor for his role: a big who makes guards better and covers ground defensively.
Recruitment
Rosser holds 20 Division I offers, including Wake Forest, Arkansas, Cincinnati, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, Louisville, and Maryland, with a dozen more on the list. No commitment is on record, and with his junior year underway, the process has time to play out. Kentucky and Louisville carry the brand weight, while Florida State and Georgia Tech have the in-region appeal for an Orlando native. A decision could come well before his senior season, but a top-two national prospect has the leverage to take his time, take visits, and let programs compete. Expect the final group to narrow to a handful of high-major programs with a clear plan for how he fits in their frontcourt.
Projection
The ceiling is a high-major starter who anchors a frontcourt for multiple seasons and puts himself on the radar of NBA teams. A #2 national ranking at this stage carries real expectations, and his size and role flexibility give him a clear path to a pro look. The range of outcomes runs from a productive college four with a strong career to a first-round-caliber prospect if the skill development takes off. Where he lands on that spectrum will depend on how his perimeter skills and physical strength develop over the next two years.
Updated Oct 27, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
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Career Highlights
CJ Rosser, the No. 2 player in the class of 2027, has set visits with seven schools, starting with North Carolina this weekend. Further details are available via VIP link.
CJ Rosser, the No. 2 player in the class of 2027, has set visits with seven schools, starting with North Carolina this weekend. Further details are available via VIP link.
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2025 Nike E16 Peach Jam Standouts
2027 C.J. Rosser will be attending Southeastern Prep (FL) for the 2025-2026 high school season
6-foot-8 forward averaged 18.8 PPG, 6.7 RPG, 1.3 BPG, and 1.3 SPG last season for Northern Nash (NC)
Top-5 ranked junior CJ Rosser was getting active in North Carolina
All O's for Class of 2027 | 5 ⭐️
The No. 2 prospect in the SC Next 60 CJ Rosser couldn't miss vs. The Christ School at Flyin to the Hoop - Finished with 25 pts!
Offers
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Wake Forest
Arkansas
Cincinnati
Florida State
Georgia TechOffers sourced from 247Sports and social media monitoring.
Social Activity
The No. 2 prospect in the SC Next 60 CJ Rosser couldn’t miss vs. The Christ School at Flyin to the Hoop 🎯 Finished with 25 pts!
🚨 CJ Rosser, the No. 2 overall recruit in the 2027 Class, has scheduled two unofficial visits to Louisville and Kentucky, a source tells @cbssportscbb. Louisville: Jan. 31 Kentucky: Feb. 4