S Kaleb Purdy has good quickness and can be a tone-setter, as he likes contact and can deliver big hits. With a tradition of fielding excellent offensive linemen, it should come as no surprise that this class includes a top-10 OT prospect. Ka'Shawn Thomas is a big body with good strength and can be a stout presence to help stuff the run. 9. Three-stars Jason Hammond and TE TeKai Kirby out of South Florida power Saint Thomas Aquinas have high ceilings. Adding those two to a talented D-line group from the 2021 cycle, led by five-star Shemar Turner, can give Texas A&M one of the most formidable defensive fronts in college football. Four-star CB Greg Delaine was another nice addition to the secondary out of the Sunshine State. In-state three-star OLB Kellan Wyatt was a needed victory. When Billy Napier took over the Florida program, he had a lot of ground to make up for, as the Gators' class had fallen outside the top 50. Alabama finished with the top-ranked class for the eighth time under Nick Saban. Top defensive commit: CB Jaylon Braxton (No. Top defensive commit: CB Jeadyn Lukus (No. Three-star Zion Gunn is another Sunshine State speedster headed north. Oklahoma (4) They should find him a worthy out-of-state addition, as he possesses good range and physical playing style; he could quickly be a valuable contributor on special teams. ESPN 300 commits: 0 | Previous ranking: 58, Pac-12 rank: 10 of 12 New coach Brent Venables and his staff rebounded, though, in landing Arnold, a five-star QB who has a smooth, compact delivery as well as good pocket mobility. Three-star linebacker Owen Borg has plenty of room on his frame to add weight. 1 overall class. In-state DE Semaj Turner can get off the ball and pressure the QB as well as set the edge. The Cowboys got a key in-state commitment from top-10 WR Shettron. Back to Ranking Index. Arizona State (46) Iowa (45) The wide receiver position was one of need in the 2023 cycle, and the staff answered with several talented targets. Top offensive commit: TE Benji Gosnell (four stars) 164). The former defensive coordinator has certainly targeted some talent for that side of the ball, led by four-star LB JaDais Richard and top-15 ILB Langston Patterson from within Tennessee. Arizona (36) He is a flexible big man with good mobility who is also a physical finisher and should develop into a strong asset to the Tigers' ground attack. 12. Nichelson was a big get out of California, as he can be a versatile LB. XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? Georgia Tech (59) The state of Texas is going to be key recruiting ground for Nebraska under Rhule, and the staff went to the Houston area for three-star speedster Brice Turner. 47). The 6-foot-3 signal-caller plays calmly and possesses the toughness to take a big hit and deliver accurate passes. They scored some key in-state wins in the trenches with OL Markee Anderson, who has nice arm length, balance and works to finish as a blocker, and ESPN 300 DT Xzavier McLeod, a big body with good explosiveness. QB Gavin Wimsatt, who combines a smooth delivery with the ability to throw for power, was a key part of this 2022 class, but Rutgers did not have to wait to get him on campus, as he reclassified and enrolled this fall. Among the top QBs in the country, he is a talented passer who also moves well. 3. Top offensive commit: WR Shawn Miller (three stars) Bradley also is a big addition to the Vols' defensive class, as he is a lengthy edge player with physical upside who possesses excellent first-step quickness and good body control to develop into a disruptive pass-rusher. Several talented prospects lead the offense. 5. They suffered a big loss late in the process with QB Dante Moore decommitting but struck big flipping ESPN 300 QB Austin Novosad from Baylor on signing day. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 66, Pac-12 rank: 9 of 12 Top defensive commit: CB Ryland Gandy (four stars). 243). 1. Purdue (63) ESPN 300 commits: 14 | Previous ranking: 6, Independent rank: 1 Top defensive commit: CB Cameren Fleming (three stars). The Seminoles lost a huge commit on singing day when No. Fleck and staff have five of the top seven prospects in the state, including offensive linemen Jerome Williams, Reese Tripp and Greg Johnson. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 42, Big 12 rank: 7 of 10 Top defensive commit: LB Dishawn Misa (No. Harris, Justyn Rhett and Chris Peal, and they landed one of the top safety prospects in Joenel Aguero, an aggressive player with good speed. Top offensive commit: QB Braedyn Locke (four stars) Top offensive commit: OG J'ven Williams (No. ESPN 300 commits: 5 | Previous ranking: 18, ACC rank: 3 of 14 QB Henry Belin IV brings good tools to develop, as he displays poise and ability to be accurate as a passer. The foundation of the class is built on in-state talent, including quarterback Strong, a passer who has continued to improve throughout his high school career and has good arm strength and accuracy. 2 SEC Top signees: EDGE Jeremiah Alexander, No. College Football HQ preview: This was one of . The Wolfpack pulled two excellent four-stars out of Florida in RB Kendrick Raphael and CB Fagan. Taylor is a versatile ATH who also projects to RB and can bring more playmaking ability to Minnesota's offensive attack. Coach Jedd Fisch is moving Arizona in the right direction on the field and in recruiting. 295). ESPN JC50 TE-Y Tevita Noa is the top at his position at the juco level. More than a decade of college and pro coaching experience. 5. In-state pickups include WR Kelly, who can develop further as a route runner and is productive after the catch with quick feet, and RB Sheldon Canley Jr., who can contribute as a runner as well as a receiving target out of the backfield. Several coaches completed their first full recruiting cycle inside the top 10, including Oklahoma's Brent Venables, Miami's Mario Cristobal and Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman. Sheffield and offensive tackle Eliesa Pole are strong additions from the juco level. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 50, SEC rank: 14 of 14 Top offensive commit: WR Karmello English (No. 8. The foundation of the Spartans' class is built on big in-state victories, led by four of the state's top 10 prospects. Brady Drogosh moves well, can be accurate and will give the new staff a QB with a nice frame to develop. Early on they landed their QB in Klubnik, a state title-winning QB in Texas who possesses a strong arm, good accuracy and the mobility to extend plays. Trevor Lawrence set a high bar, and replacing him is not easy, but the Tigers continue to add talented options under center. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 47, ACC rank: 8 of 14 Che Nwabuko has 10.5 100-meter track speed and will most likely be deployed at running back. 155) Top defensive commit: DT Brandon Cleveland (four stars). Three-star TE Sam West is an in-state prospect with length and soft hands in traffic. Top offensive commit: WR Ryne Shackelford (three stars) 9. ESPN 300 commits: 15 | Previous ranking: 4, Big Ten rank: 1 of 14 Out of Texas, WR Montrel Hatten could be the target on the other end of some of those deep balls, as he can be a vertical threat and also has the agility and burst to be able to create after the catch. The Tar Heels are contending for back-to-back top-25 classes. 57) In-state RB Brown has 4.4 speed and possesses great vision and burst as a zone runner. 1-rated center Joey Tanona from in-state, lengthy and agile Wagner, as well as top-10 OG Billy Schrauth. They bring game-changing speed that the Colorado program has been lacking. JC50 OG Terrance McClain could step in and quickly contribute. ESPN 300 commits: 3 | Previous ranking: 36, Big 12 rank: 5 of 10 Top offensive commit: WR Jason Essex (four stars) The college football season is now officially in the books, and it's now time to turn our attention towards 2022. Foden's return to form helps mask De Bruyne's troubles, Billing goal vs. Arsenal joins list of fastest-ever Premier League goals. 247Sports' Brandon Huffman discusses the top prospects that will be in Eugene this weekend No. 3 CB Alexander and No. ESPN 300 commits: 0 | Previous ranking: 75, Pac-12 rank: 12 of 12 Top offensive commit: WR Braylon James (No. Top offensive commit: WR Donovan Brown (three stars) Top offensive commit: OT Kadyn Proctor (No. Brohm flipped from his previous Purdue class high-three-star DLs Micah Carter and Saadiq Clements, who both return home as top-five prospects in Kentucky. The Wildcats finished in the top 25 last year, and while falling short of doing so again, they still assembled a quality class that addresses some needs. ESPN 300 commits: 4 | Previous ranking: 24, Big 12 rank: 4 of 10 Top defensive commit: ATH Elijah Mc-Cantos (three stars). Top defensive commit: ATH Suntarine Perkins (No. The Crimson Tide landed 23 ESPN 300 recruits and, as of now, is in contention for one of the strongest recruiting classes ever. Top offensive commit: TE Christian Ross (three stars) 282) 138) They have two quarterbacks in the class, led by top-three QB-PP Drew Allar, a strong-armed passer with good feet, and Beau Pribula, who possesses some traits in the mold of former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley. NHL trade deadline: Winners and losers, including the Bruins, Devils and Bruce Boudreau? 60) LB Rodney Groce is another junior college defender the staff is very high on. Rowser, from Michigan, was a key grab out of state, as was three-star Peach State athlete Rashod Dubinion, who projects as a multi-purpose weapon on offense. Three-star LB Robinson and three-star DE Miles Greene from in state have quickness, range and long arms. Top defensive commit: DE Mario Eugenio (No. Georgia has strung together five straight top-three classes and is in prime position to extend that streak to six. Georgia. Dana Holgorsen continues to upgrade the talent level in the program with the move to the Big 12 on the horizon. 3 CB Jaheim Singletary. ESPN 300 commits: 2 | Previous ranking: 38, SEC rank: 13 of 14 LB Ethan Crisp is an excellent in-state pickup; not only is he a defender who uses his hands well and has good range, but he also excelled this offseason at the Ray Lewis Academy, taking home the leadership award. ESPN 300 RB Isaiah Augustave is a nice fit for the Razorbacks' ground attack, as he is an aggressive and powerful runner who can break tackle and possesses big-play speed once he gets into space. The Hoosiers have a playmaking quarterback headed to Bloomington in Lowry out of Ohio. Top offensive commit: QB Nicholaus Iamaleava (No. The Tigers have added some talent to their secondary with several ESPN 300 additions in defender Sherrod Covil, a physical safety, and CBs Toriano Pride and Lukus, who possesses a nice blend of length and speed and made the play of the week at the Under Armour game with a leaping interception. The Wildcats are one of the best programs at developing competitive, under-the-radar talent. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 52, Independent rank: 2 Three-star Franklyn Johnson could play safety or receiver for the Broncos. Top offensive commit: RB Gi'Bran Payne (No. 140) A pair of four-star CBs are on board in Nick Cull, a key defensive pickup out of Georgia, and Igbinosun, a long, quick-footed and physical defensive back. In the mold of his All-Pro father Jeremiah, Trotter can be a tough, productive presence between the tackles. ESPN 300 commits: 15 | Previous ranking: 6, SEC rank: 3 of 14 Washington posted impressive testing numbers at the Under Armour Atlanta camp this past spring, including a 4.21 5-10-5 shuttle, and he can be a sideline-to-sideline presence for the Bulldogs. Rashada is mobile enough to create second chances, and of the top 10 quarterbacks this cycle, he may have the most upside. 2-ranked center, Demetrius Hunter. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 59, Group of 5 rank: 3 QB Austin Novosad was a devastating loss at a position of need. RELATED: USA TODAY High School Sports Top 100: 2021 Recruiting Rankings No. Three-star running back Marquese Williams is a darting, quick runner with impressive contact balance. Three-star CB Trent Baker-Booker and three-star safeties Landon Danley and TyLyric Coleman are all 6-foot-2 with long arms and the ball skills to to be effective at the ACC level. Top defensive commit: ATH Tristan Dunn (four stars). There is a focus on trying to build a similarly strong unit on offense. ESPN 300 commits: 0 | Previous ranking: 27, SEC rank: 12 of 14 Top defensive commit: CB Jermaine Mathews (No. Top defensive commit: DE Derrick Moore (No. Top defensive commit: CB Bo Mascoe (three stars). WR Cameron Seldon could develop into a favorite target, as he is a thickly built and powerful runner with strong hands. Another key flip, but on defense, was safety Washington, as the one-time Alabama verbal has good range, can change directions well and is a physical presence in the back end. They have also bolstered the CB position with several pickups led by Robinson, a fluid, quick player in coverage who is also wiry and willing to support the run. There is also some promising offensive talent on board, led by ESPN 300 WR James, a lengthy vertical threat who posted a laser 4.47-second 40-yard dash this spring on the camp circuit. ESPN 300 commits: 0 | Previous ranking: 72, Group of 5 rank: 7 An intriguing player in the class to keep an eye on is three-star ATH Reed Harris out of Montana. OG Grayson Stovall and DE Russell Davis II were big pickups from Hamilton High, one of the top programs in Arizona. Gandy is a four-star corner with very good speed and recovery quickness. Last updated on 02/05/23 at 2:06 PM CST. Even with the coaching change, the Cardinal were still able to make a quality pickup in late riser Jackson Harris, an in-state ATH who blends nice size, speed and body control. Other notable additions at home include Robby Washington and Nathaniel Joseph, two undersized but potentially dangerous playmakers, especially when they get in space. ESPN 300 commits: 9 | Previous ranking: 10, ACC rank: 2 of 14 Top defensive commit: ATH Alex "Sonny" Styles (No. Billy Napier has taken advantage of in-state talent with several Sunshine State pickups, assembling a strong secondary from that pool. ESPN 300 commits: 8 | Previous ranking: 17, ACC rank: 2 of 14 The Golden Gophers have several talented WRs in their class, including four-star White, who has quick hands and can be slippery in space. They were also able to bring one-time Florida commit and ESPN 300 LB Shemar James back into the fold. The Crimson Tide put together the best class in the nation. The offense should also benefit from several additions up front, including Brandon Henderson. Top defensive commit: LB Ben Kueter (four stars). Three-star LB Kilgore is an early enrollee with range and ability to play in space with fluidity. 159). They bolstered the front seven with explosive playmakers Russaw and James Smith, two top-25 teammates from in-state Carver High School. Top defensive commit: DE Ta'Derius Collins (three stars). ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 73, Group of 5 rank: 9 13. 94. Brus is an agile linebacker who can tackle well in space. They landed several talented defensive backs, including ESPN 300 safety Peyton Williams, a physical presence; top-20 CB Nelson who can be a well-rounded defender and four-star Kajuan Banks, a prospect with good quickness and ball skills. Top defensive commit: LB Devon Jackson (No. The two-time defending national champions signed a seventh straight top-three class. Top offensive commit: QB Grayson Loftis (three stars) Allen is a tall pocket-passer with a strong arm and good accuracy. Jalil Martin is rated as an athlete but should start in the secondary. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 62, Group of 5 rank: 5 Three-star DE Jahrie Garner comes from a very talented Saint Augustine High program in New Orleans. To protect that offensive talent, they have secured multiple ESPN 300 commitments on the offensive line in OTs Jacob Sexton and Jake Taylor. Top defensive commit: LB Jaishawn Barham (No. Receivers are solid though as Micah Gifford can be a productive target and has shown he can make the tough play in contested matchups. While defense defines this class, offensively, Wilson is a long but quick receiver that should develop into another productive target for their offense as they begin to lose some key contributors at that position. He has a tall, lengthy frame to develop, as well as a smooth release with outstanding touch on the deep ball. ESPN 300 commits: 10 | Previous ranking: 10, Big 12 rank: 2 of 10 Luke Fickell hit the recruiting trail running in Madison. The Knights are taking advantage of the deep well of talent around them, with four-star in-state commits DE Thompson and CB Nikai Martinez, a DB with quick feet who tackles well. Top offensive commit: QB Brady Allen (No. The Golden Gophers continue to win key battles in their state and region, and work the South to fill skill needs under P.J. Top defensive commit: DE Rico Walker (No. Improving the depth of the class with multiple three-star commitments, including safety Miguel Mitchell, who can be a punishing hitter, the Gators have moved inside the top-35. Nebraska has failed to make an impact on the field under Scott Frost. Most of Syracuse's class resides on the defensive side of the ball, led four-star DL and one-time Florida commit Nolton. QB Chiles is another nice developmental addition, as he is a big pocket passer who can drive the ball downfield. The secondary is one of the class' strengths, and the Longhorns flipped a one-time TCU commit, in-state ESPN 300 CB Jaylon Guilbeau. 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Safety Tre Donaldson is a terrific athlete who will also play basketball at Auburn, and ESPN 300 DL Caden Story is a prospect with good reach and mobility in the trenches. Top offensive commit: OT Will Campbell (No. ESPN 300 commits: 4 | Previous ranking: 34, ACC rank: 5 of 14 The Mountaineers landed most of their key commitments once the NCAA lifted the dead period. 14. Ohio State (9) At home, they fended off national attention to land OT Fano. Top offensive commit: QB Zane Flores (three stars) 8. Kansas State (40) Pittsburgh (48) Though Deal is listed as an offensive lineman and we feel his greatest upside is there, he will likely get a chance to develop further as a DL at TCU; he has the tools to be a productive defender. Defensively, Chase Brackney displays good power to collapse the pocket and set the edge vs. the run. Back-to-back 11-win seasons are translating to recruiting for the Chanticleers. Last updated on 02/17/23 at 1:01 PM CST. Top defensive commit: OLB Jaiden Ausberry (No. Jayden Wayne was another nice in-state defensive addition, as he's a rangy edge player who will only improve as he fills out and gets stronger. 5. ESPN 300 CB Jordan Matthews was a nice win over Texas on the recruiting trail and gives Tennessee a lengthy, agile cover corner. Top defensive commit: LB Jacob Cruz (three stars). 1 WR Burden out of East Saint Louis High School. ESPN 300 commits: 1 | Previous ranking: 56, Group of 5 rank: 2 5. Keeping talent at home remains a goal and challenge for Rutgers. Coach Kalen DeBoer's first full class at Washington took a little time to come together, but he and the Huskies gained some strong momentum at the start of summer. After landing the top prospect in Virginia last cycle, they found success there again with multiple quality commits, including Joel Starlings, a big, strong ESPN 300 DT who can help stuff the run, and high-three-star OT Nolan McConnell. 63) Three-star DT Michael Madrie is battle-tested out of Texas and is expected to push for time right away. Three-star running back Stephan Byrd was a key in-state keep on the offensive side of the ball. ESPN revealed its final college football power rankings for the 2022 season this week following Georgia's second consecutive national championship, a 65-7 beatdown of TCU. CB Stevenson lacks some size but makes up for it for excellent hands and playmaking ability. 2 overall quarterback in the 2022 cycle in Cade Klubnik and now landed ESPN 300 signal-caller Vizzina, a strong-armed, accurate and poised passer. 13 in 2022 to No. ESPN 300 commits: 4 | Previous ranking: 29, ACC rank: 4 of 14 Both players can leave their feet to win 50-50 jump balls and make difficult catches in traffic over the middle. The December addition of four-star CB Smith Snowden helped strengthen their in-state haul, as they landed three of the top five prospects in Utah. The Utes built off their on-field success to gain some nice wins on the recruiting trail. QB Josh Hoover has great arm strength but fell under the radar without great measurables. Top defensive commit: ATH Sam McCall (No. 2. ESPN 300 commits: 0 | Previous ranking: 73, Big Ten rank: 13 of 14 9. 2023 ESPN 300. 4-star QB Jake Merklinger discusses Tennessee and Georgia recruiting him | College Football Recruiting Show Jake Merklinger joins the show to discuss his recruitment from Georgia and. 212). They've had some success in-state with defensive talent in Russell, a lengthy edge defender with good quickness and promising upside as a pass-rusher. Top offensive commit: OT Daniel Ogundipe (ESPN JC50 No. The Scarlet Knights did keep several in-state, high-three-star OLs in Peterson, John Stone and Nick Oliveira. Top offensive commit: OT Tyler Booker (No. Adding those two to a talented D-line group from the 2021 cycle, led by five-star Shemar Turner, can give Texas A&M one of the most formidable defensive fronts in college football.
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