"Full-Throttle Force: The All-Purpose Animal with a No-Brakes Mentality"

Brandon “NuNu” Kennedy

@NunuKennedy

IG: @nunu_kennedy4

5’9”, 170lbs, Class of 2026

Elysian Fields High School, TX*

NuNu Kennedy is a walking highlight reel, an explosive, electric, full-throttle weapon who can torch a defense from any angle, any alignment, and at any moment. He’s a fierce, dynamic threat with rare versatility that makes him a nightmare to scheme against. Whether it’s in the backfield, out wide, or streaking down the field on special teams, NuNu attacks with a violent mix of speed, toughness, and instincts, he’s a punishing runner with crafty footwork, the vision to dissect defenses pre-snap, and the ability to turn broken plays into six points in the blink of an eye. With the ball in his hands, he’s a danger to score from anywhere on the field. He runs like a firestorm, relentless, instinctive, and wild all at once, and what separates him is that he does it all with raw passion and unmatched intensity. Coaches can count on him to bring a spark to every rep, every snap, every phase of the game.

His junior season was nothing short of electric with 2,392 all-purpose yards, 1,202 rushing yards, 692 receiving yards, and 26 total touchdowns. He was named the Texas Sports Writers Association Kick Returner of the Year and took home Utility Player of the Year honors for his district. His biggest improvement was his breakaway speed and ability to bounce off tacklers, transforming him into a flat-out scoring machine. But he’s not satisfied. NuNu is still hungry for more. After a first-round playoff loss, that hunger grew tenfold. He’s locked in on using every ounce of his God-given talent, on the field, in the weight room, and in the classroom, to make an even bigger impact this year. This offseason, his focus has been mastering every role he’s asked to play, showing up with full-throttle effort every single day, and proving to every coach that he’s built for the highest level of college football.

NuNu plays with his faith and his teammates in mind, knowing God blessed him with the skills to be great, and he refuses to waste it. He welcomes adversity, treating it as a platform to rise, not an obstacle to fear. Pre-snap, he’s already dissecting the field, seeing space before it opens up, and positioning himself for greatness. And whether it’s a D1, D2, or D3 opportunity, he’s going to play the same way, fierce, relentless, and ready to dominate. His official offers include Nelson University and East Texas Baptist, and Southeastern Oklahoma State has also shown interest. But what matters most to NuNu is finding a program where he can feel the community, earn trust early, and make a real difference from the start.

His advice to young athletes is, “Don’t stop grinding, but know when your body needs rest.” It’s that maturity, combined with his insane playmaking ability, that makes him such a special talent. The best advice he’s ever received is, “Play every down like it’s your last.” And every time he touches the field, he does exactly that, turning grass into lightning and pressure into production.

I assess that NuNu is a versatile weapon with the ability to shift a game’s momentum in a single play. His toughness as a runner, vision before the snap, and fearless energy make him a program-changer. He’s built to produce on offense, special teams, and anywhere else a coach needs a spark.

Expect NuNu to explode this season. He’s stronger, smarter, and more motivated than ever. With his fierce mentality, explosive all-purpose ability, and high football IQ, he’ll be one of the most impactful playmakers in Texas. His potential to light up the scoreboard at the next level is sky-high. Stay tuned.