Tavares Gooden, a linebacker from St. Thomas Aquinas, excelled in high school as one of the most dynamic defensive players in Florida. He went on to play college football at the University of Miami, where he became a key contributor to the Hurricanes’ defense and earned All-ACC honors. Gooden was drafted in the 3th round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens and later played for the San Francisco 49ers, known for his speed, tackling ability, and versatility on the field.
