PH DPD: Recruiting Season 5

[gschwendt]

Florida adds 3 very good early signings.



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DE
:4star:
#44
#3DE
:espnu150:
With two graduating seniors after this season, Defensive End was a key target for the Gators and Gilliam is a very nice signing. While he doesn't posses the strength that Florida coaches look for, he does have good speed and very good abilities to get off a block.

Depending on the rest of the class, Gilliam may redshirt to allow him to develop a bit more before being ready to start.

Other offers: Marshall & Florida State.


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HB
FS
:4star:
#103
#30ATH
:espnu150:
After seeing what bowling-ball HB Isaac Gordon did in his Freshman season, Wheeler knew that he could easily fit into the Florida offense. With Gordon's bruising run ability combined with much better speed and agility, Wheeler will be that much more of a force running the ball.

Look for Wheeler to likely redshirt a season to limit the headache of trying to spread carries around so thin.

Other offers: LSU, Wake Forest, East Carolina, & Louisiana Tech.


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HB
WR
:4star:
#279
#42ATH
If Wheeler is the heir-apparent for Gordon, then McCormick is the heir-apparent for HB Dwight Butler. McCormick's speed and elusiveness will compliment Wheeler's bruising run style perfectly. Add in his ability to catch a pass, the Gator offense will continue on for years to come without skipping a beat.

Expect that McCormick will redshirt his first season as well.

Other offers: South Alabama & Florida State.

[skipwondah33]

Bull crap man, just bull :D

[gschwendt]

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MLB
ROLB
:4star:
#164
#12MLB
McKenzie isn't especially flashy but he has all-around good technique that Florida coaches can build on. Expect that he'll redshirt his first season and then contribute heavily his second.

Other offers: Stanford

[JeffHCross]

With the first ofseveral major recruiting weekends in the books, the Ohio State classof 2018 has already added two commitments. Let's take a look!



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FS

:4star:
#81
#1 FS
:espnu150:

Over the last fifteen years, there have been a few football players from Medina, Ohio to attend Ohio State. Ty Johnson may be the best of that small set, as the 4-star prospect comes to Columbus as the consensus #1 player at his position.


Johnson's combination of speed and tackling skills will give him a strong base to work from as he transitions to the next level. His coverage skills were good enough for Ohio high school competition, but Johnson will need to improve if he's to stay with the Amari Coopers of the world.


With two seniors graduating and leaving the FS position with no game-time experience next season, expect Johnson to rotate with last year's #65 player, Ryan Robinsion.


Johnson also considered offers from Notre Dame, Ball State and Alabama.



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DT

:4star:
#108
#4 DT
:espnu150:

A kid from suburban Cincinnati, Wade Smith is fulfilling a life-long dream by moving on to the Division I level of college football. While Smith grew up a Notre Dame fan, he rooted for the Buckeyes as well -- as long as they weren't playing Notre Dame -- so the appeal to stay at home was strong.


Smith is a strong body that won't be pushed around inside, which is exactly what the Buckeyes interior defense needs at this point. It would be very surprising to see Smith redshirt his freshman year, due to depth issues at the DT position.


Smith chose Ohio State over offers from Michigan State, Miami of Ohio, Illinois, Ball State, UNLV and Pittsburgh.

[gschwendt]

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G
:4star:
#53
#2G
:espnu150:
While a bit under-weighted, Brown is still a skillful blocker. With good strength and all-around blocking skills, he'll be a great addition for the future.

Expect for him to redshirt his first year but likely be needed his second.

Other offers:
Auburn, Purdue, Georgia Tech, Middle Tennessee, Maryland, & North Carolina.

[Papa LoneStar]

....

[JeffHCross]

Just when I thought Papa was going to post recruits again ...



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ATH
HB
SS

:4star:
#36
#14 ATH
:espnu150:

Preston White comes to Ohio State as the most athletic player on his high school team. As such, White is experienced at many positions, both on offense and defense, though his skills could be characterized as jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none.


Most scouts believe White is best fit for the halfback position, though Ohio State's depth there does pose a problem for White. It is more likely that White's athletic talent will lead him to a position in the defensive backfield, probably Strong Safety across from impact freshman (and similar HB/DB tweener) Andre Massey.


White received no other offers.

[gschwendt]

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SS
FS
:4star:
#214
#2SS
With FS being a key need this season, Florida coaches weren't necessarily looking at an in-the-box Safety like Tatum but he sought after the Florida coaches and they certainly weren't willing to turn him away. With good speed, good ability to play the ball and make a tackle, all combined with a decent ability at coverage, Tatum will be a force for the Florida defense. With his signing, it may allow other players to move over to FS.

Expect that Tatum will redshirt due to a deep Strong Safety core.

Tatum had interest from Oregon and Virginia but they eventually withdrew.

[JeffHCross]

Wow, nice get at SS, G. I've really struggled to find speed at SS this year, and converting ATHs isn't the greatest idea, though it does get speed there.

Also, that player would live practically down the street from me (nearly literally). May need to go knock on his door and do an in-house visit.

[skipwondah33]

Received some pretty solid committments this week.

One of the top guys in this class for us.

Will post them soon as I have a chance

[JeffHCross]

Three more for Ohio State!



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DE

:4star:
#146
#12 DE

A top-150 national prospect, Ohio State plucked Kevin Clayton out of the northernmost parts of New England. Clayton combines a strong base with a quick first step at the snap and good defensive skills against the running game.


If he's going to stay outside at defensive end, Clayton may need to work on having more than one move, as his bull rush is significantly stronger than his rip or swim.


Clayton did not receive any other offers, though he did have early interest from Clemson.



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CB



:4star:
#191
#8 CB

Ohio State dips once again into the growing pipeline of Missouri, bringing the top player from the state to Columbus. Cole Cohen is a 6'2 cornerback with an impressive first step and back pedal, and for a high school senior he's impressive with changing directions. He may lack the top speed of other corners, but should grow faster after joining a strength and conditioning program at Ohio State.


Cohen is currently better in single coverage, but should adapt to the Buckeyes' zone scheme.


Cohen received early interest from Texas but was not receptive to their pitch.



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LT

:3star:
#525
#34 OT

Another talent from Missouri that's heading for Columbus, Curtis Brown is the #5 player from the state. Brown may not be the dominant road-grading type of lineman that Ohio State has pursued in recent years, but his 6'7 frame gives some room to grow and with an improvement in overall strength he should be an even better all-around prospect.

With a logjam of upperclassmen talent ahead of him, Brown will definitely redshirt next season, and should be the long-term backup or starter at left tackle.


Brown chose Ohio State over offers from Wisconsin and Michigan State.







Name

Pos (Orig)


Stars


OVR




Ty Johnson


FS


:4star:


79




Preston White


SS (ATH)


:4star:


78




Kevin Clayton


DE


:4star:


76




Wade Smith


DT


:4star:


75




Cole Cohen


CB


:4star:


74




Curtis Brown


LT


:3star:


72

[skipwondah33]

LSU finally adds some signings




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RB/FS
:4star:
#52
#18ATH
:espnu150:
Alex has the possibility to start at whichever position is necessary. Though he isn't necessarily needed at the RB position, he could undoubtedly come in and compete to start right off the bat. However depending on how these remaining vital recruits go, he could be needed at FS with the entire starting Secondary set to graduate at season's end.

Either way coaches' are happy to get him as he will offer dynamic ability at whichever position he is placed


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FB
:3star:
#777
#2FB
With the signing of Billings last season, coaches' thought they would be set at the FB position. Brown simply could not be passed up however as he offers more than Billings and can definitely be incorporated into the Offense much better. Brown offers much more H-Back type ability as he can do it all. Run, block and catch the ball when needed.

He could see a redshirt his first year as starting FB Robertson is set to be a Senior next season.


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G
:4star:
#189
#9G
Nate was a much much needed grab. With 4-year starter Shane Smart departing, a hole will be left at the Left Guard. Expect Nate to be a day 1 starter his 1st year on campus. He is a well balanced blocker who favors pass blocking but shouldn't take too long to improve on his run blocking which will be needed in LSU's scheme.


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T
:4star:
#245
#11T
Much like Nate, Ron will be replacing a 4-year starter at Tackle in Joe Jude, Ron will likely be penciled in as a day 1 starter, but will have to confirm in spring practice between now and then.

He also offers balance in both pass and run blocking. Ron favors pass blocking as well



Some more important recruits left to snag that could make or break this recruiting class. Alot of holes left to fill.

[skipwondah33]

Another much needed pick up!




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RB
:4star:
#40
#15ATH
:espnu150:
Lynch was a desperately needed get. Allows coaches' to now move Christian to either of the Safety positions depending on 2 other targets, or move him in at CB.

Lynch will provide serious playmaking ability in the Backfield and the ability to catch the ball when needed. He could redshirt his 1st year on campus.





Name
Pos (Orig)

Stars


OVR




Steven Lynch


HB (ATH)


:4star:


77




Alex Christian


FS (ATH)


:4star:


76




Nate Levine


G


:4star:


69




Ron Bryant


T


:4star:


68




Mark Brown


FB


:3star:


71

[pearice]

I had a big week last week but it was all 3* and two weak 4*s so no excitement out her

[JBHuskers]

Only three signed to South Alabama, only one of note so far is this one...



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T
:3star:
#517
#33 (T)
With a talented sophomore at HB taking over the reigns next season, getting this tackle is key to further the depth of a decent stable that is only losing one to graduation after this season.

[JeffHCross]

The ones that got away ...

Notre Dame signed an FB this week that I've been pursuing with full points all season. That's a bad beat, especially only a week before my visit (AND THEY LOST!!!!!). But now that he's gone, and I'm looking closer at his ratings, I'm not sure what I saw that had my head in the clouds. Maybe I just ignored his slow-as-molasses Acceleration ratings. I mean, his Trucking is excellent and I know (since I faced G) that would have come in handy. But it's not like this guy was going to be all world as a freshman.
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This is an ATH that I saw late last season and didn't have enough Offseason Points (or, rather, couldn't risk losing my other targets) to beat Arkansas. Very intriguing, as he's basically a DB in an OLBs body. Wasn't exactly sure where I was going to put him, but I was definitely considering putting him at MLB, not putting him anywhere in the depth chart, and then using him for Special Teams and Dime/Quarters only. Arkansas has him at OLB.
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[skipwondah33]

That FB isn't bad at all. Solid ratings for a running FB. Trucking is definitely a nice thing to have, as everyone seems to run through tackles every game.

The FB I got hoped had all of that but he is decent and has a 77 rating for trucking. Not a bad blocker either.

[gschwendt]

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FS
WR
:3star:
#1178
#61ATH
:jucojr:
Turner is an all-around solid player though this late in his career, he probably won't be able to find a starting job anytime soon. With a need at FS, the Florida coaches plan to move him into that position.

Expect that he'll redshirt for a year.

Turner received no other offers.


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DT
:3star:
#793
#59DT
With the graduation of all-world DT Scott Dixon after this season, Florida coaches are planning for the future and Davis is part of that. While he doesn't have all the skills that Dixon has, he is very raw and can be a great one in due time.

Davis will redshirt his first year to allow him to bulk up for his inside role.

Other offers:
Clemson and Miami.


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DE
:4star:
#88
#6DE
:espnu150:
Blount is the epitome of a stud DE. With very good strength, good speed, good ability to get off a block and finally the ability to make a play on the ball, he'll be a great one over his career.

With two starters returning at DE, Florida coaches plan to redshirt Blount so he can have a long career.

Other offers:
Marshall, Clemson, Miami, Georgia Tech, Florida State


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FS
CB
:3star:
#316
#14CB
With FS depth being a need for the Gators and their primary target being lost, Florida recruiters had to get creative. Enter Hinds, a perfect candidate for the future. While he doesn't have the speed that Florida typically pursues, he has all of the other skills that he needs.

Hinds will redshirt his first year but will become the starter sometime in the future.

Hinds received no other offers.







Name
Pos (Orig)
Stars
OVR


Mark Tatum
SS
:4star:
79


Scott Blount
DE
:4star:
79


Derek Wheeler
HB (ATH)
:4star:
79


Drew Gilliam
DE
:4star:
78


Jamaal Brown
G
:4star:
77


Jon Turner
FS (ATH)
:3star:
JUNIOR
77


Chris McKenzie
MLB
:4star:
76


Rodney McCormick
HB (ATH)
:4star:
72


Akeem Davis
DT
:3star:
70


Brandon Hinds
FS (CB)
:3star:
69

[JeffHCross]

That FB isn't bad at all. Solid ratings for a running FB. Trucking is definitely a nice thing to have, as everyone seems to run through tackles every game.

The FB I got hoped had all of that but he is decent and has a 77 rating for trucking. Not a bad blocker either.Not bad for an FB, you're right. But while I was pursuing him, I started daydreaming of moving him to HB and I'm not sure that would have worked out. I didn't look closely enough.

[gschwendt]

Not bad for an FB, you're right. But while I was pursuing him, I started daydreaming of moving him to HB and I'm not sure that would have worked out. I didn't look closely enough.
For comparison, here's Gordon as a Freshman... Hendrix would have been fine as a downhill runner.


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[skipwondah33]

Definitely would have worked out at RB too Jeff.

Gordon moves a lot quicker than his attributes show. Doesn't hurt he runs over everything in front of him lol

See no reason he couldn't have worked out there.

[JeffHCross]

Not making me feel better there, G. :D

[JeffHCross]

Four more for Ohio State.



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QB
:4star:
#265
#7 QB
Daniel Thompson is Ohio State's quarterback of the future. It's that simple. With current backup Jason Roberson graduating after this season, Thompson is easily the heir apparent to the Buckeye signal caller position after the eventual graduation of current starter Torrance Gibson.


Thompson is of a slightly different mold than the last few Buckeye quarterbacks, though he will come to Columbus very similar to former starter, and Heisman third-place finisher, Marcus Avery. Thompson's legs are not his strength, unlike Gibson, but Thompson can run enough to be a threat on the read option. Thompson is likely to redshirt unless the Buckeyes need him because of injury next season.


Thompson chose Ohio State over scholarship offers from Arizona, Arizona State, Boise State, Idaho, New Mexico State, and Washington.


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HB
:3star:
#521
#48 HB
A former five-star recruit that spent the last two seasons improving his academics at Erie Community College, Walter Ford is a powerful runner that will be a solid addition to the Buckeyes inside running game.


With the impending graduation of all-time Ohio State leading rusher Kris Davis, the Buckeyes are looking to reload at running back. Drew Thornton has been a dependable change-of-pace runner, but is better on the edge than between the tackles. Ford can bring the power between the tackles instead.


Ford did not receive interest from any other schools.


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ATH
RT
:3star:
#631
#53 ATH
Bobby Walters is a complete unknown. Seriously, a total enigma. Walters insists to Ohio State coaches, media, and recruitniks across the country that he's an offensive lineman. But nobody has ever seen game fim of him playing the position. Even his junior college coaches simply shrug when asked about Walters skills in the trenches.


So Ohio State coaches will be waiting until Walters enrolls next summer to assess his skills. But with Walters being only one of a potential four offensive linemen in this year's class, the Buckeyes can afford to wait.


Walters chose Ohio State over a scholarship offer from Penn State.


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CB
FS
:2star:
#1774
#144 CB
Another year, and another JUCO CB comes in Ohio State's class. Though this time, the JUCO won't be staying at cornerback. With depth issues at free safety and a logjam at corner, Antwan Williams will be expected to move to safety and bring his experience to that position.


Williams will come in with some of the best coverage skills in the Buckeyes' defensive backfield, and also should be able to turn his hips and keep up with deep threats.


Willieams did not receive any other scholarship offers though Florida showed some late interest.



OhioState's commitments thus far:


Name
Pos (Orig)

Stars


OVR




Ty Johnson


FS


:4star:


79




Daniel Thompson


QB


:4star:


78




Preston White


SS (ATH)


:4star:


78




Kevin Clayton


DE


:4star:


76




Wade Smith


DT


:4star:


75




Cole Cohen


CB


:4star:


74




Walter Ford


HB



:3star:JUNIOR



81




Bobby Walters


RT (ATH)



:3star:SOPH



75




Curtis Brown


LT


:3star:


72




Antwan Williams


FS (CB)


:2star:
JUNIOR


79

[skipwondah33]

Two solid grabs for the Defense



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DE
:4star:
#213
#24DE

Carlos will be a nice addition to the Defense. He already projects as one of our better Dlineman having not seen the field yet. Unsure if he will redshirt his 1st season or not. Most of the Dline is experienced so he likely will see one his first year on campus as to not waste any eligibility.


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DT
:4star:
#183
#11DT

Micah was a much needed get, due to 4-year starting and All American Nathan McGrew graduating at season's end. He could see playing time right out the gate, though that wouldn't be ideal as he has some room to improve a few things before contributing fully.







Name
Pos (Orig)

Stars


OVR




Steven Lynch


HB (ATH)


:4star:


77




Alex Christian


FS (ATH)


:4star:


76




Carlos Estes


DE


:4star:


75




Micah Hunt


DT


:4star:


69





Nate Levine


G


:4star:


69




Ron Bryant


T


:4star:


68




Mark Brown


FB


:3star:


71

[JeffHCross]

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T
C
:3star:
#1309
#82 T
Another road-grading offensive lineman for the Buckeyes, Mike Newton comes from Wheeling, West Virginia as an average 3-star recruit. But the Buckeyes see potential in him, especially in his run blocking technique and ability to make an impact with his blocks.


Newton lacks the agility found in a typical tackle at the next level, so expect him to slide to the center position. With two solid Junior centers in front of him, Newton will redshirt next season.


Newton chose the Buckeyes over his home-state Mountaineers.


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T
:2star:
#1644
#112 T
The final (we think) offensive lineman in this year's Ohio State class, Rodney Bush comes to Columbus with the most to prove out of those recruits. He's the lowest rated, as a 2-star, and had the lowest scouting ratings among the group at the Buckeyes camps over the summer. But the Ohio State coaches see someone that may not be an instant starter but could be a contributer in year 3 or 4, as with several other Buckeye linemen in recent history that have waited until their senior year to step into that role.


Bush will probably be a right-tackle long term, and, barring disaster, absolutely will redshirt next season.


Bush chose Ohio State after a recruiting competition with Ball State.


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P
:3star:
#327
#2 P
Ohio State is building a reputation for impressive specialists in the punting and kicking games, and Sean Smith has heard the call.


The #2 punter in the country, Smith will travel all the way from southeastern Washington state to the capital city of Ohio.


Smith's punts may not travel quite as far, but it's possible. Camp scouts raved all season about Smith's incredible power. Though he does need some work in the accuracy department.


Carl Bentley will be entering his senior season at punter next season, so Smith will have to wait a year before demonstrating his ability. Expect Smith to possibly take over kickoff duties as well once he sees the field.


Inexplicably, the #2 punter in the country received no interest from any other school.


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QB
:3star:
#1283
#58 QB
JUCO JR
Yet another former five-star that has gone the JUCO route finds their way to Columbus. Under Coach Jeff HCross, the Buckeyes have seen some success with JUCO players, even quarterbacks. Heisman candidate Marcus Avery was one such player, finishing third in the Heisman balloting in his first season in Columbus.


Jon Norwood shouldn't be expected to repeat that performance next season, with Torrance Gibson expected to return to lead the Buckeyes for the third straight season.


However, with the impending graduation of backup Jason Roberson, expect Norwood to compete for the backup job this fall. Should he lose that competition, expect him to redshirt the season, barring injury to either Gibson or the other backup candidate, David Cox.


Norwood chose Ohio State over an offer from Iowa.



OhioState's commitments thus far:


Name
Pos (Orig)

Stars


OVR




Ty Johnson


FS


:4star:


79




Daniel Thompson


QB


:4star:


78




Preston White


SS (ATH)


:4star:


78




Kevin Clayton


DE


:4star:


76




Wade Smith


DT


:4star:


75




Cole Cohen


CB


:4star:


74




Sean Smith


P


:3star:


84




Walter Ford


HB


:3star:
JUNIOR


81




Jon Norwood


QB


:3star:
JUNIOR


80




Bobby Walters


RT (ATH)


:3star:
SOPH


75




Curtis Brown


LT


:3star:


72




Mike Newton


C (T)


:3star:


68




Antwan Williams


FS (CB)


:2star:
JUNIOR


79




Rodney Bush


T


:2star:


66

[gschwendt]

Florida has signed two in the past couple of weeks.



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DT
:2star:
#1886
#131DT
:jucojr:
Riggs was targeted by the Gators purely as a warm body on the defensive line. He's not impressive in any one area but he is fairly solid all-around.

Expect Riggs to redshirt his first year but after that he may see some playing time as needed.

Other offers:
Florida International


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TE
:4star:
#185
#8TE
Parrish is the type of receiving threat that the coaches were looking for as a replacement for outgoing Avery Smiley at Tight End. He's not exceptional at blocking but he can work on that over the next year or two before he's needed to start.

Parrish will redshirt his first year and possibly start his second year on campus.

Other offers:
Akron, Georgia State, Wake Forest, Florida State






Name
Pos (Orig)
Stars
OVR


Mark Tatum
SS
:4star:
79


Scott Blount
DE
:4star:
79


Derek Wheeler
HB (ATH)
:4star:
79


Drew Gilliam
DE
:4star:
78


Jamaal Brown
G
:4star:
77


Jon Turner
FS (ATH)
:3star:
JUNIOR
77


Chris McKenzie
MLB
:4star:
76


Rodney McCormick
HB (ATH)
:4star:
72


Akeem Davis
DT
:3star:
70


Johnny Parrish
TE
:4star:
70


Brandon Hinds
FS (CB)
:3star:
69


Mark Riggs
DT
:2star:
JUNIOR

69

[gschwendt]

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DT
:4star:
#10DT
#176
Love was definitely the key target for the Gators once the offseason rolled around. With great strength and excellent power moves for a young player, he's got the makings of matching or exceeding the career of DT Scott Dixon.

Love will redshirt his first year on campus but will be needed immediately during his second year.

Other offers:
Georgia, Vanderbilt, Troy, North Carolina, Georgia Tech








Name
Pos (Orig)
Stars
OVR


Mark Tatum
SS
:4star:
79


Scott Blount
DE
:4star:
79


Derek Wheeler
HB (ATH)
:4star:
79


Kevin Love
DT
:4star:
79


Drew Gilliam
DE
:4star:
78


Jamaal Brown
G
:4star:
77


Jon Turner
FS (ATH)
:3star:
JUNIOR
77


Chris McKenzie
MLB
:4star:
76


Rodney McCormick
HB (ATH)
:4star:
72


Akeem Davis
DT
:3star:
70


Johnny Parrish
TE
:4star:
70


Brandon Hinds
FS (CB)
:3star:
69


Mark Riggs
DT
:2star:
JUNIOR

69

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LSU wraps up it's recruiting class with two of it's most prized recruits in Myers and Easley. Myers was the #2 FS in the country.

Solid class, but need more like it to contend with the top teams that ooze talented players




Name
Pos (Orig)

Stars


OVR




Steven Myers


FS


:4star:


79




Steven Lynch


HB (ATH)


:4star:


77




Derrick Easley


CB (ATH)


:4star:


77




Alex Christian


CB (ATH)


:4star:


76




Carlos Estes


DE


:4star:


75




Micah Hunt


DT


:4star:


69




Nate Levine


G


:4star:


69




Noah Matthews


WR


:4star:


69




Ron Bryant


T


:4star:


68




Micah Hunt


DT


:4star:


69




Mark Brown


FB


:3star:


71




Will Pittman


WR


:3star:


69




John Ward


SS


:2star: Juco


71