PH'15: Season 3 Recruiting

[skipwondah33]

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FB
:1star:
#2302
#36FB
After missing out on a coveted FB last season the Terps found an even better prospect. Black brings athleticism to carry the ball and solid blocking ability to the table with the ability to start Day 1. Coaches badly wanted him as part 1 of the Backfield overhaul is complete. Now the Terps just need to lock up their prized RB to continue to build towards the scheme they want.


Buffalo and Boston College were also in the running for Black








Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)

[JeffHCross]

Wow, Skip. I was pretty much judging you for getting a :1star: FB, but that OVR is ridiculous for a :1star:. He's tons better than the guy I'm pursuing (who I think is :2star:), though I'm only signing that guy to get rid of a walk-on.

[JeffHCross]

Kansas is off to a good start.



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WR
:4star:
#212 #34WR
Minor knew he wanted to come to Lawrence before the recruiting process even started, and didn't consider any other schools. He visited in Week 3 for the upset win over Alabama, and the performance of the passing game in that contest cemented his decision.

Minor doesn't excel in any specific way, and will just be a good all-around receiver. His skills are decent enough to play either outside or inside, though his build is better suited to an inside position, so he will likely be a Y-receiver going forward for the Jayhawks.

Other offers:
Kansas State





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:



73
Week 5

[skipwondah33]

Wow, Skip. I was pretty much judging you for getting a :1star: FB, but that OVR is ridiculous for a :1star:. He's tons better than the guy I'm pursuing (who I think is :2star:), though I'm only signing that guy to get rid of a walk-on.

Just seeing this.

Yeah lost a 80+ Senior last season and lost out on a guy was recruiting so I have a 45 rated walk-on right now

So anything better than that was good. He won't be a traditional FB anyway since the game/settings aren't geared toward lining up in I-Form and the like.

[gschwendt]

Arkansas State signs the first of what should be a string of signees in the next few weeks.



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CB
WR
HB
:2star:
#1685
#98ATH
:jucojr:
Roberson was very much overlooked by scouts. With ability to play multiple positions, he was an easy target to go after for Arkansas State. Once they discovered that he's perhaps one of the best coverage corners in all JUCOs, they knew they had to sign him.

Roberson will likely start in 2016 though depending on the rest of the class, he may redshirt to give him an extra year to play.

Roberson chose ASU over an offer from Houston.

[gschwendt]

Arkansas State signs a very versatile receiver.



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WR
TE
:3star:
#940
#86ATH

Wright is truly a specimen playing receiver. At 6-7, he has the ability to simply reach over most defenders to catch the ball. ASU coaches are hoping that he has halfway decent blocking skills so that they can slide him over to Tight End where he would truly be a force in the passing game. If not, he'll still be an excellent receiver.

If he can play TE, he'll start immediately, otherwise at WR, he'll likely redshirt to allow him to improve on his already developed receiving skills.

Wright received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6

[skipwondah33]

Pretty sure no matter where he is put he will be great at it...good lord. Dude has 77 Zone coverage though I know that doesn't mean much with Defense but goodness his pursuit!

[skipwondah33]

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HB
:3star:
#1051
#90ATH
Ashley is a JUCO Sophomore that can potentially play HB or CB. He will likely be converted into an HB as he doesn't have the size to play CB full time. Ashley could see playing time his first year on campus as a change of pace Back.




Virginia was the only other school who offered












Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Eddie Ashley
HB
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)

[JeffHCross]

Kansas added a huge second signee.



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MLB
OLB
:4star:
#101 #6MLB
:espnu150:
Four-star MLB Jesse Robinson was a huge get for the Kansas Jayhawks last week, as his signing will shore up the long-term needs at the MLB position in the Jayhawks 3-4 defense. Robinson was also a huge signing due to the pursuit by UCF as well, keeping such a talented player away from conference competition is important for the Jayhawk coaching staff. Robinson excels all-around for the MLB position, including top speed and acceleration for his size and youth. His nose for the ball is above-average and his ability to shed run blocks is nearly unparalleled in this year's class.

Like most Jayhawk recruits, expect Robinson to redshirt his first year on campus, and with attrition at the MLB position, Robinson could challenge for the #2 spot as soon as his redshirt freshman year. Robinson is most likely to stay at his natural MLB position, but if the Jayhawks are unable to sign two OLBs in this class, Robinson may be needed to move.

Robinson chose KU over UCF.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jesse Robinson
MLB

:4star:

78
Week 6


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:

73
Week 4

[skipwondah33]

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HB
:4star:
#29
#5HB
:espnu150:
Banks was one of Coaches most prized recruits of this class. Given the uncertainity of the RB position next year coaches would love to start Banks off right away, but he may redshirt if possible.

He has all the tools to start off right away and contribute. Banks also possesses the ability to be an every down Back with solid receiving capabilities.


Banks only other suitor was Old Dominion.






Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Joe Banks
HB
:4star: :espnu150:
79 (+4)


Eddie Ashley
HB
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)

[gschwendt]

The Arkansas State recruiting train picks up steam after the Red Wolves dominated Wisconsin with 7 recruits in attendance.



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ROLB
MLB
:4star:
#61
#4OLB
:espnu150:
Robbins was perhaps the most important target in the Arkansas State class this season as the Red Wolves want to move to a 3-4 defense but are filled with inexperienced players. Robbins himself while only a true freshman, will almost certainly still be the best linebacker on the roster.

As a result, he'll start immediately and be an every-down linebacker.

Alabama showed early in interest but the week that Robbins was supposed to visit Tuscaloosa, he was left at the airport with no one to pick him up. As a result, he dropped them out of the rankings.


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LG
:3star:
#444
#26G
Vincent is the perfect example of Scout & Rivals missing big. Severely underrated, Vincent is one of the top OL recruits in the country. With great strength, agility, & acceleration, on top of solid blocking skills, he'll be an immediate starter for Arkansas State.

Vincent received no other offers.


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SS
FS
:3star:
#801
#18FS
:jucoso:
While Strong Safety isn't a big need for Arkansas State, Cox will be excellent at the position so it was hard for coaches to turn him away. With excellent speed and tackling abilities, he'll be very good at playing inside the box.

For his first year though, he'll redshirt to work on his coverage skills and ability to break away from blocks.


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WR
TE
:3star:
#535
#69ATH
Just like fellow signee Brad Wright, Campbell is a big-bodied receiver that has the potential to play Tight End if he has the blocking abilities. If not, he'll still make a good all-around receiver though will definitely have to work on his release at the LOS.

Campbell will likely redshirt where-ever he plays to improve his skills.

Campbell received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8

[JeffHCross]

Nice pickups for both G and Skip!

Kansas's entire recruiting class is visiting Lawrence this week for the game against Cal.

[skipwondah33]

Definitely wanted Banks. Been looking for a Power type Back for the longest.

Those MLB's you guys got are nasty. I have one of my own who is purely for me to user control. So his's physical attributes are off the charts...87 speed and 90 acceleration.

Still need to hold onto to this other batch of recruits.

[gschwendt]

Arkansas State adds two more to their class



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CB
:4star:
#180
#10CB
What more can you say... Gray is a superior CB with top-end speed to keep up with even the fastest WRs and very good coverage skills to match. He'll start right away.

Gray received no other offers.


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DT
:4star:
#296
#20DT
Rogers isn't flashy at all and pales in comparison as a prospect when compared against Gray or most of the rest of the ASU class, however, he is a big-bodied local boy.

He'll mostly be used for depth over the course of his career and will redshirt his first year on campus.

Rogers received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Jacob Gray
CB
:4star:
80
Week 9


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8


Bryan Rogers
DT
:4star:
67
Week 9

[skipwondah33]

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MLB
:3star:
#34
#593MLB
Baker was highly sought after by coaches after noticing his physical ability on the field. The Terps' will be losing all 3 starting LB's so Baker is part 1 of the LB corp makeover. If the Terps are able to land 2 of their other targets it will possibly give them one of the most athletic Corps in the nation. Can't depend on it however given how these visits are shaking out with pursuing schools.


Baker won't wow you with his position skill set but he won't have to do everything right away. He will start his first season on campus.




Wake Forest, NCSU and ECU all offered Baker








Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Joe Banks
HB
:4star: :espnu150:
79 (+4)


Eddie Ashley
HB (ATH)
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)


Bernard Baker
MLB
:3star:
68 (+2)

[JeffHCross]

Wow, G. I have never seen a CB with that kind of speed. Honestly I'm not sure I've seen any non-ATH with that kind of speed.

[JeffHCross]

Kansas's upset win over Cal paid huge recruiting dividends, getting six commitments during the visit weekend alone.



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WR
CB
:4star:
#102 #22ATH
:espnu150:
Four-star ATH Kyle Kilpatrick was the big target for the Jayhawks this weekend, and his signing will pay dividends down the line for the Jayhawks. While Rivals and Scout both have Kilpatrick scouted as a cornerback, Jayhawk coaches agree with 247sports that Kilpatrick is more likely a wide receiver at the next level. Kilpatrick has a combination of size and speed that should allow him to be a #1 target at wide receiver, which was the Jayhawks primary position of need this season. Kilpatrick will most likely redshirt next season, with four seniors at receiver next year for Kansas.

Kilpatrick chose Kansas over offers from Maryland and Temple.


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T
:3star:
#351 #14T
Three-star tackle Dionte Long was another prospect that visited Lawrence for the Jayhawks' upset of Cal, and committed to the Jayhawks coaching staff the same weekend. Long has a balanced mix of strength, pass blocking technique and run blocking technique, and should provide a solid bookend tackle for the Jayhawks to build around. Long is expected to redshirt next season, with both tackle positions holding upperclassmen.

Long received no other offers.


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OLB
:4star:
#202 #12MLB
Four-star OLB Nathan Wright committed to the Jayhawks last weekend, giving the Jayhawks two Top-200 linebackers in this year's class. Wright's first step is among the best in this year's class, regardless of position, and he impressed at The Opening in both the 10-yd shuttle and three-cone drill. Wright also possesses a strong instinct for the ball and above-average ability to get off blocks, though his swim and rip moves need development. Wright will redshirt next season with plenty of bodies in front of him.

Wright received no other offers after Kansas's lead scared off Northwestern.


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G
C
:3star:
#792 #44T
Three-star tackle Will Marshall will come to Lawrence with a decent mix of strength, pass blocking, and run blocking. However, he lacks the speed and agility more commonly associated with a tackle, especially a left tackle. Marshall will redshirt next season to develop those skills, and most likely switch to a new position. Marshall will have to move to Guard or Center depending on other recruiting this season.

Marshall received no other offers.


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DT
DE
:4star:
#111 #24ATH
:espnu150:
Four-star ATH Kenneth Holley is another big signing for the Jayhawks, both in terms of his impact and his physical stature. At 6-5, 252, the Jayhawks hope that Holley can man the DT position in a year or two, after putting on some weight and developing additional strength. Holley comes in with enough strength to hold his own, but truly excels at getting off blocks, using power rush moves and recognizing play action.

Holley will redshirt to get acclimated with the speed of the game at the college level and to get a year of strength training under his belt.

Holley chose Kansas over offers from New Mexico State, UCLA and Nevada.


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OLB
SS
:3star:
#1098 #47SS
James Stanley comes in as a three-star project for the Jayhawks, but if he pans out his recruitment could pay huge dividends for the Kansas coaching staff. Stanley is an impressive strong safety at the high school level playing against lower-tier Alabama competition, but he doesn't possess the speed or quickness in changing directions to play secondary at the next level. What he does possess, however, is an impressive 6-4 frame that will look very good at the linebacker position. Stanley has the right skills to become a linebacker, especially after some time to grow. With Nathan Wright also joining in this class, and a few players in front of him, Stanley should have the opportunity to grow into his new position.

Stanley will definitely redshirt as he learns the OLB position.

Stanley received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Kyle Kilpatrick
WR (ATH)

:4star:

80
Week 8


Dionte Long
T

:3star:

79
Week 8


Jesse Robinson
MLB

:4star:

78
Week 6


Nathan Wright
OLB

:4star:

78
Week 8


Kenneth Holley
DT (ATH)

:4star:

74
Week 8


Will Marshall
G/C (T)

:3star:

74
Week 8


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:

73
Week 4


James Stanley
OLB (SS)

:3star:

68
Week 8

[skipwondah33]

Man..such promise for my class beginning of the year. Now compared to these I'm seeing Maryland still has alot of work to do :fp:

Nice signings

[JeffHCross]

Like G, I'm not done yet (though I practically will be by Week 10)

[skipwondah33]

Like G, I'm not done yet (though I practically will be by Week 10)That's when I'll be just starting I hope :D

So far I've only had recruits in for Week 4 and 5

[JeffHCross]

That's when I'll be just starting I hope :D

So far I've only had recruits in for Week 4 and 5Really? I can't believe you haven't mentioned that before now ;)

[skipwondah33]

Really? I can't believe you haven't mentioned that before now ;)Yeah man scheduled those as soon as I could hoping for the best :P.

[JeffHCross]

And my recruiting is basically done for the year. Only have three more positions to fill, and two of those will be signed in a week or two. The final one will be finding whichever player out of like six candidates that I actually sign.

[JeffHCross]

Kansas's upset win over Cal continues to pay off, with five more players that visited that weekend committing to the Jayhawks.



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FB
:2star:
#2081 #23FB
Jay Maynard will be a scholarship fullback on a team that rarely uses a fullback. Maynard was recruiting after the Jayhawks found themselves with a junior walk-on in the position this season. Maynard will be on the active roster from the moment he steps foot in Lawrence.

Maynard received no other offers.


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DE
:3star:
#743 #64DE
Three-star defensive end Jason Hardin needs development in a lot of areas, but will be able to grow into a role with the Jayhawks, thanks to a number of young players in front of him. Hardin possesses a nice combination of block shedding and pass rushing moves, but doesn't have the quick first step that coaches would like to see. Hardin will redshirt next season.

Hardin received no other offers.


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WR
:3star:
#578 #95WR
Three-star Nick Newman gives the Jayhawks another speedy weapon to add to their passing arsenal. With wide receiver being a big need this season for the Jayhawks, coaches went out looking for speed and quick first-steps. Newman, a track star for his first three years of high school, possess both. With only a single year of high-school football under his belt, Newman's catching skills are a little raw, though he demonstrated a good ability to pick up the finer points of route running. Newman will redshirt next season to give him another year to develop his pass catching skills, especially grabbing the ball in traffic. Newman's build, especially compared with the other receivers Kansas is looking to bring in this year's class, has him destined as an H-receiver in the Jayhawks scheme.

Newman received no other offers.


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TE
:3star:
#661 #38TE
Sources within Allen Fieldhouse strongly suggested that the Jayhawks had no plans to sign a tight end this season. Though with the relatively disappointing signing of Anthony Brothers last season, and with the current players at the position getting another year older, the coaching staff was more than happy to let George Glover come to Lawrence for an official visit. Glover turned some heads this season at a regional event of The Opening, winning the 10-yard dash at his position and demonstrating receiving skills that rivaled many of the top receivers at the event. Sources have even said that Glover would be considered as a receiver exclusively if his top speed was just a little higher. As it is, Glover may redshirt next season to get another year under his belt, or he may see some early playing time because of need.

Glover received no other offers.


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QB
:4star:
#31 #2QB
:espnu150:
Last but not least, we get to the possible crown jewel of this year's Kansas Jayhawk class. Four-star quarterback Adam Maynard (no relation to Jay Maynard) may not have been named MVP of the Elite 11 quarterback competition this season, but to participate in Trent Dilfer's made-for-TV competition is honor enough; and Maynard did repeatedly get pointed out as having the strongest arm in the competition, but his accuracy is questionable at times. With a pass-heavy offense in Lawrence, Maynard will get plenty of opportunities to show off his arm, but solid decision making will need to come with it. Maynard will also bring an upgrade in mobility over current starter Ryan Willis. With Willis set to enter his junior year next season, expect Maynard to redshirt next year, then compete for the backup quarterback job as a redshirt Freshman.

Maynard, say it with me now, received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Kyle Kilpatrick
WR (ATH)

:4star:

80
Week 8


Dionte Long
T

:3star:

79
Week 8


Adam Maynard
QB

:4star:

79
Week 9


Jesse Robinson
MLB

:4star:

78
Week 6


Nathan Wright
OLB

:4star:

78
Week 8


George Glover
TE

:3star:

76
Week 9


Kenneth Holley
DT (ATH)

:4star:

74
Week 8


Will Marshall
G/C (T)

:3star:

74
Week 8


Nick Newman
WR

:3star:

74
Week 8


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:

73
Week 4


Jason Hardin
DE

:3star:

70
Week 9


James Stanley
OLB (SS)

:3star:

68
Week 8


Jay Maynard
FB

:2star:

55
Week 9



See Skip? I wasn't kidding about my :2star: FB that's so much worse than yours.

This week UCF has the #2 class and Kansas has the #3 class, though I would imagine both will be dropping from here (unless UCF has more scholarships available than I would think) ...

[skipwondah33]

I'd trade my FB for that class lol

I anticipate hopefully with my last visit next week that I'll get at least 1 or 2. If the rest go to off season can't rely on snagging them all

I could have more guys by now but they were bums just for the sake of adding more guys.

Even targeted guys who I was in top 5 or 10, just haven't secured signings yet.

[gschwendt]

Two more recruits join Arkansas State



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TE
:3star:
#550
#26TE
With the signings of Wright & Campbell, coaches needed a backup plan at TE in case neither worked out. Scott is good backup plan as a receiving TE. If neither Wright or Campbell workout at TE, Scott will eventually be a very good receiving TE in their place.

Scott received offers from UAB and Texas Tech.


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CB
FS
:3star:
#449
#26CB
Vaughn joins a class being completely overshadowed by the signings of CBs Gray & Roberson but is capable in his own right. With very good speed and good coverage skills, he'll be a fine CB in due time.

For now, Vaughn will redshirt for his first year to work on his man coverage skills.

Vaughn received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Jacob Gray
CB
:4star:
80
Week 9


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Ron Vaughn
CB
:3star:
72
Week 11


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8


Christian Scott
TE
:3star:
68
Week 11


Bryan Rogers
DT
:4star:
67
Week 9

[JeffHCross]

http://i.imgur.com/AadGWc5.png
CB
FS
:3star:
#449
#26CB
Vaughn joins a class being completely overshadowed by the signings of CBs Gray & Roberson but is capable in his own right. With very good speed and good coverage skills, he'll be a fine CB in due time.

For now, Vaughn will redshirt for his first year to work on his man coverage skills.

Vaughn received no other offers.


Darn roster limits. Only had room for 1 CB in this class, otherwise it would have been nice to at least compete for the local kid.

[JBHuskers]

Here's my crown jewel of the class....

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[JeffHCross]

JB, you use Inbox? How do you like it?

[gschwendt]

Arkansas State adds five signees after a big recruiting weekend over rival UL Monroe. Two more key targets are still in the mix for ASU but they may not sign until the offseason if at all.



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DT
DE
:3star:
#786
#67DE
With very good size and strength, Marshall is either a 3-4 DE or a 4-3 DT. For the Red Wolves, he'll move inside to DT to allow him to be a force in the middle. He'll redshirt his first year on campus then after that may compete for the starting job.

Marshall also had offers from San Diego State and Ball State.


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QB
:3star:
#340
#20QB
Reed comes in as good if not better than current QB starter Drew Fernandez. However, Reed's main weakness is his ability hold onto the football when he runs with it. He'll redshirt for a year not only to improve his abilities but also to allow him to stick around for two years after Fernandez graduates.

Reed's only other offer was from Toledo.


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DE
:3star:
#656
#55DE
Jackson joins a Red Wolves defense that needs rush DEs, particularly for the future. With Thomas graduating & Caston possibly moving to LB, Jackson may get immediate playing time. Coaches would prefer to redshirt him to allow him to get stronger in the weight room, that decision will have to wait for the offseason.

Jackson received no other offers.


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MLB
OLB
:3star:
#311
#15MLB
Denman was another nice cog in building up the future of the Red Wolves defense. He is excellent all-around and will be a good one for the future. For now, he will likely redshirt to give him another year to play in the system.

Denman received offers from Florida State, Arizona State and had heavy interest from Northwestern.


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HB
:4star:
#166
#21HB
Simmons is a superb speed-back to compliment the bruising running of HB Alex Turner. He'll be a great one in due time, however, he'll redshirt his first year on campus due to his bad case of fumblitis.

Simmons received no other offers but had early interest from Northwestern.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Jacob Gray
CB
:4star:
80
Week 9


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Bryan Reed
QB
:3star:
75
Week 12


Ryan Denman
MLB
:3star:
74
Week 12


Kevin Jackson
DE
:3star:
74
Week 12


Joey Marshall
DT (DE)
:3star:
72
Week 12


Ron Vaughn
CB
:3star:
72
Week 11


Kevin Simmons
HB
:4star:
71
Week 12


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8


Christian Scott
TE
:3star:
68
Week 11


Bryan Rogers
DT
:4star:
67
Week 9

[skipwondah33]

http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa201/skipwondah33/Capturencaa4_1.png
WR
:4star:
#144
#26WR
Coaches aren't even sure why Kendrick was recruited, especially at his position. He doesn't excel in anything for the WR position except for his speed. It's possible he may be used as a runner or returner at times, but he will likely never see the field as a WR unless he drastically improves his catching and route running. Either way he will be redshirted the 1st year on campus.








Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Joe Banks
HB
:4star: :espnu150:
79 (+4)


Eddie Ashley
HB (ATH)
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)


Bernard Baker
MLB
:3star:
68 (+2)


Lionel Kendrick
WR
:4star: :espnu150:
68

[gschwendt]

Arkansas State continues to build what would almost certainly be Coach gschwendt's best class ever.


http://i.imgur.com/2HfHHll.png
WR
FS
:4star:
#79
#19ATH
:espnu150:
Goins is an all-around solid target. Not flashy, but consistent and dependable when called upon. He'll play WR for the Red Wolves and could become a very good addition in the future. For his first year, he'll redshirt to allow him to develop his skills.

Goins received no other offers.


http://i.imgur.com/ELj5ADw.png
OL
:4star:
#187
#9G
Moore was one of Arkansas State's top recruits all season long. He's an excellent blocker with really no holes in his game considering he's a true Freshman. Him, alongside fellow true Freshman Vincent, will be beasts over the next few years on the ASU OL. He'll start right away though which position is still to be determined.

Moore also received offers from Mississippi State, Missouri, & Notre Dame.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Jacob Gray
CB
:4star:
80
Week 9


James Moore
G
:4star:
80
Week 13


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Bryan Reed
QB
:3star:
75
Week 12


Thurman Goins
WR (ATH)
:4star:
75
Week 13


Ryan Denman
MLB
:3star:
74
Week 12


Kevin Jackson
DE
:3star:
74
Week 12


Joey Marshall
DT (DE)
:3star:
72
Week 12


Ron Vaughn
CB
:3star:
72
Week 11


Kevin Simmons
HB
:4star:
71
Week 12


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8


Christian Scott
TE
:3star:
68
Week 11


Bryan Rogers
DT
:4star:
67
Week 9

[skipwondah33]

http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa201/skipwondah33/Capturencaa5_1.png
OLB
:2star:
#1912
#171OLB
Newman was highly sought after by the Terps despite not being the most talented OLB, but for having the physical tools to excel at the position we hope. The Coaches set out to build an athletic LB Corp and are nearly finished doing so with 2/3 of the targets committed. Now just need the prized recruit to commit.

Newman will redshirt his first year on campus to further develop.

No other schools showed interest








Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Joe Banks
HB
:4star: :espnu150:
79 (+4)


Eddie Ashley
HB (ATH)
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)


Albert Newman
OLB
:2star:
68 (+6)



[TR]
Bernard Baker
MLB
:3star:
68 (+2)


Lionel Kendrick
WR
:4star: :espnu150:
68

[JeffHCross]

Kansas may have lost in their game against #1 UCF, but somehow the Jayhawk coaching staff was able to still impress some recruits in attendance. Maybe the recruits realized just how badly they're needed?



http://i912.photobucket.com/albums/ac330/jeffhc/2015_Jacob_McBride_zpsromlmwxc.png
G
:2star:
JUNIOR
#2060 #141G
The only JUCO in this year's KU class, Jacob McBride comes to Lawrence after two solid years of growth at Hutchinson (KS) Community College. While McBride is a Florida native, the lack of junior college opportunities sent him to Kansas and Hutchinson, which just happens to be KU coach Jerry Brawner's hometown. McBride has enjoyed his two years in Kansas and decided to stick around by driving a few hours north to Lawrence. McBride will primarily bring strength and blocking technique to the Kansas offensive line, as he excels in both. With some upperclassmen ahead of him at guard, expect McBride to redshirt for one season before competing for the starting job.

McBride chose KU over Kentucky, West Virginia, and UCF.


http://i912.photobucket.com/albums/ac330/jeffhc/2015_Mike_Castillo_zpsd2c4ybmw.png
G
:3star:
#953 #49G
Three-star guard Mike Castillo comes to Lawrence with one of the best combinations of pure strength and pass blocking technique that Kansas coaches have ever seen. Castillo needs to work on his technique in the run game, but with the Kansas offense so focused on the pass, Castillo's strengths will make up for his weaknesses. Castillo possesses such an all-around ability, including speed, agility, strength and pass blocking technique, that KU coaches assume he must not have a strong on-field awareness, otherwise they're confident he would be one of the top-rated offensive linemen this season. With upperclassmen in front of him, Castillo will redshirt for a year to grow an a run blocker.

Castillo chose KU over Mississippi State.



Kansas now has four offensive linemen in this year's class, with two more targets currently on the board.



Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Kyle Kilpatrick
WR (ATH)

:4star:

80
Week 8


Dionte Long
T

:3star:

79
Week 8


Adam Maynard
QB

:4star:

79
Week 9


Jacob McBride
G

:2star:
JUNIOR

79
Week 12


Jesse Robinson
MLB

:4star:

78
Week 6


Nathan Wright
OLB

:4star:

78
Week 8


Mike Castillo
G

:3star:

77
Week 12


George Glover
TE

:3star:

76
Week 9


Kenneth Holley
DT (ATH)

:4star:

74
Week 8


Will Marshall
T

:3star:

74
Week 8


Nick Newman
WR

:3star:

74
Week 9


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:

73
Week 4


Jason Hardin
DE

:3star:

70
Week 9


James Stanley
OLB (SS)

:3star:

68
Week 8


Jay Maynard
FB

:2star:

55
Week 9

[skipwondah33]

Man the Terps have some ground to make up. Goodness

All is not lost just yet in the Terps recruiting but a huge offseason week is going to be needed with so little points to go around.

[gschwendt]

http://i.imgur.com/zystUWq.png
FS
:1star:
#2262
#192CB
:jucojr:
While Schroeder isn't flashy, he's exactly what ASU coaches want in a Free Safety. With good speed, good zone coverage, and good ability to shed blocks, he'll be the eventual replacement for current FS Brandon Young. For now though, Schroeder will redshirt his first year on campus.

Schroeder also received an offer from North Carolina State.


http://i.imgur.com/j8zbPqB.png
WR
:3star:
#413
#73WR
Like Schroeder, Hines isn't flashy, particularly in his speed. However, coaches are very excited about his ability to make difficult catches look easy. Hines will redshirt his first year on campus to work on his overall receiving abilities.

Hines received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Jacob Robbins
ROLB
:4star:
80
Week 8


Jacob Gray
CB
:4star:
80
Week 9


James Moore
G
:4star:
80
Week 13


Brad Wright
WR (ATH)
:3star:
79
Week 7


Quintin Vincent
LG
:3star:
79
Week 8


Caleb Roberson
CB (ATH)
:2star:
JUNIOR
79
Week 6


Samson Cox
SS (FS)
:3star:
SOPH
78
Week 8


Bryan Reed
QB
:3star:
75
Week 12


Thurman Goins
WR (ATH)
:4star:
75
Week 13


Ryan Denman
MLB
:3star:
74
Week 12


Kevin Jackson
DE
:3star:
74
Week 12


Joey Marshall
DT (DE)
:3star:
72
Week 12


Ron Vaughn
CB
:3star:
72
Week 11


Kevin Simmons
HB
:4star:
71
Week 12


Kyle Campbell
WR (ATH)
:3star:
71
Week 8


Brandon Schroeder
FS (CB)
:1star:
JUNIOR
69
Week 14


Christian Scott
TE
:3star:
68
Week 11


Bryan Rogers
DT
:4star:
67
Week 9


Joe Hines
WR
:3star:
67
Week 14

[JeffHCross]

Kansas may have lost in their game against #1 UCF, but somehow the Jayhawk coaching staff was able to still impress some recruits in attendance. Maybe the recruits realized just how badly they're needed?



http://i912.photobucket.com/albums/ac330/jeffhc/2015_Clint_Smith_zps59i2xklg.png
CB
:4star:
#103 #4CB
:espnu150:
With the KU pass defense being a weakness this season, the coaching staff is glad to bring in someone with 4-star CB Clint Smith's talents. Smith brings size, speed and agility to the CB position. His only real weakness is that he sometimes tries to arm tackle and displays back technique, but even his tackling ability will likely be among the best on the Jayhawks defense next season. The real question for the Jayhawks coaching staff is if they can afford to redshirt him. With 5 CBs already on scholarship for next season, there may not be a spot for Smith. If there is, expect him to play a prominent role. If not, he'll redshirt this season and compete for the nickelback job next year.

Smith chose KU over South Carolina and San Diego State.


http://i912.photobucket.com/albums/ac330/jeffhc/2015_Todd_Jones_zpsw4ry8wxm.png
WR
:4star:
#257 #41WR
Want a wide receiver with size, speed and not much else? Meet Todd Jones. Jones is a 6'5" 4-star wide receiver that possesses great speed for his size. After playing basketball his first two seasons of high school, Jones is a bit raw in the finer points of running routes and fighting for the ball in traffic, but he has soft hands and will grow into the other skills with time. KU coaches were happy to find that he is able to leverage his size into a good first step and gets off the line of scrimmage quickly. With four seniors in front of him, expect Jones to redshirt next year and then work his way into the X/Z rotation in 2017.

Jones received no other offers.


http://i912.photobucket.com/albums/ac330/jeffhc/2015_Cory_Burks_zps2amdxycy.png
C
:2star:
#1728 #46C
Center was the only position of true need for the Jayhawks this season, with only one scholarship player for that position next year. While other targets like Will Marshall may end up filling the position long-term, the Jayhawks needed someone to be the backup center next season, and potentially in the future if offseason targets don't end up coming to Lawrence. Enter Cory Burks, a 2-star center with average blocking technique but below average agility. Burks will likely be the backup center next season, even though he may switch to right guard at some point in his career.

Burks received no other offers.





Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR
Committed


Kyle Kilpatrick
WR (ATH)

:4star:

80
Week 8


Dionte Long
T

:3star:

79
Week 8


Adam Maynard
QB

:4star:

79
Week 9


Jacob McBride
G

:2star:
JUNIOR

79
Week 12


Jesse Robinson
MLB

:4star:

78
Week 6


Nathan Wright
OLB

:4star:

78
Week 8


Mike Castillo
G

:3star:

77
Week 12


Clint Smith
CB

:4star:

77
Week 13


George Glover
TE

:3star:

76
Week 9


Kenneth Holley
DT (ATH)

:4star:

74
Week 8


Will Marshall
T

:3star:

74
Week 8


Nick Newman
WR

:3star:

74
Week 9


Zach Minor
WR

:4star:

73
Week 4


Jason Hardin
DE

:3star:

70
Week 9


Todd Jones
WR

:4star:

69
Week 13


James Stanley
OLB (SS)

:3star:

68
Week 8


Cory Burks
C

:2star:

68
Week 14


Jay Maynard
FB

:2star:

55
Week 9

[skipwondah33]

http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa201/skipwondah33/Capturencaa6_1.png
DE
:3star:
#1395
#132 DE
Washington was a late addition to the recruiting board after coaches realized the Dline may be a little short handed next season. Washington brings solid athleticism to the table despite his 6'-8" size. He's already an experienced player coming in as a Juco Junior. He may still redshirt however to get some time to further develop.


No other schools showed interest








Name
Pos (Orig)
Caliber
OVR


Joe Banks
HB
:4star: :espnu150:
79 (+4)


Jamal Washington
DE
:3star: :jucojr:
79 (+2)



Eddie Ashley
HB (ATH)
:3star:
72 (+1)


Brett Black
FB
:1star:
71 (+6)


Albert Newman
OLB
:2star:
68 (+6)


Bernard Baker
MLB
:3star:
68 (+2)


Lionel Kendrick
WR
:4star: :espnu150:
68