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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:41 am to TideSaint
Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:41 am to TideSaint
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14. Kendall Sheffield
5-Star Cornerback
6'0", 181 Pounds
Fort Bend Marshall High School
Schools of Interest: Texas A&M, Baylor, LSU, Alabama, Texas
What to Watch for This Fall
Kendall Sheffield can prove he's far more than just a speedster by growing as an all-around defender in the secondary. His greatest attribute is quickness, which has helped him become one of the country's top hurdlers on the track, but a little more physicality would push Sheffield up this list.
He's a ball hawk, evidenced by six interceptions since 2012, and will look to collect more than three picks in 2014 (his interception total during each of the past two seasons).
Scouting Report
Sheffield can shadow the speediest receivers this class has to offer and won't get beat deep as long as he reads the route correctly. An above-average wingspan adds to his range and prevents downfield pass attempts from connecting with the intended target.
Sheffield provides a slight cushion to receivers because he can rely on his speed in coverage and often baits quarterbacks to test him by providing a window he can quickly shut if an ill-advised pass heads his way. Once his hands are on the ball, there's always a chance for him to turn a turnover into a defensive touchdown with his game-changing speed.
The jury is still out on his run coverage, but Sheffield is by no means a soft player.
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Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:42 am to TideSaint
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13. Calvin Ridley
5-Star Quarterback
6'0", 170 Pounds
Monarch High School
Schools of Interest: Committed to Alabama
What to Watch for This Fall
Calvin Ridley and company have a chance to build off their 2013 playoff appearance with an explosive attack that also features fellow Crimson Tide commit Shawn Burgess-Becker. Aside from receiver, where he caught 41 passes for 1,131 yards and 12 touchdowns as a junior, Ridley is a hard-hitting defensive back.
A successful summer should only make him more confident.
Scouting Report
Ridley, who earned seven-on-seven MVP honors at The Opening, made an array of ridiculous catches in Beaverton. None was better than a one-handed reception he snared in stride along the sidelines during opening day one-on-one drills (watch him break it down for Bleacher Report in the video above).
"I've been practicing that catch a little bit at camps and had another chance in front of a big crowd," Ridley said. "That's why I did it to tell you the truth, just to have a little fun and get some attention."
He may be a showman, but Ridley is also a technician. His downfield attack includes an elite blend of burst and agility, resulting in space beyond the secondary.
Ridley can blow the top off the back end of a defense or feast with yards after the catch on underneath routes.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:43 am to TideSaint
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4. CeCe Jefferson
5-Star Defensive End
6'2", 250 Pounds
Baker County Senior High School
Schools of Interest: Florida, Alabama, Florida State, Maryland, USC, Auburn, LSU
What to Watch for This Fall
When you examine CeCe Jefferson's skill set, the door is open for various possibilities in college. With 32.5 sacks since 2012, his pass-rushing prowess is unquestionable, but can he contribute as an outside linebacker?
If he ends up in a 3-4 system, there's a strong chance that could be his ultimate landing spot. Jefferson, who picked off a pair of passes in 2013, will provide an indication of how he projects at the position by taking on a multitude of duties in Baker County's defense.
Scouting Report
The scheme-diverse defender is a relentless worker who will often chase down opponents with backside pursuit. Jefferson has plenty of power and does an excellent job integrating strong hips in his initial get-off.
His lower body drives offensive linemen into the backfield and sets the stage for him to spring a counter-move that creates sack and stuff opportunities. Jefferson is quick enough to beat help-containment and strikes opponents with force.
He doesn't possess ideal length, but that doesn't appear to inhibit his efforts. The tenacity and technique are in place for him to make an impact at the 5-technique or perhaps as a stand-up edge defender.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 11:56 am to TideSaint
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Leo Lewis
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Schools of Interest: Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Florida State
Not even a school of interest???
This post was edited on 8/4/14 at 11:57 am
Posted on 8/4/14 at 3:46 pm to Recruitingjunkie
Posted on 8/4/14 at 5:25 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 8/4/14 at 7:49 pm to NPbama
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@rivalsmike: Certain people in this biz continue to ruin their already horrible reputations with bush league stunts. #smh
Who's he talking about? Bone RT'd.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 7:55 pm to AHM21
The o-lineman who just committed to UGA, Patrick Allen I think?
Posted on 8/4/14 at 8:07 pm to MagillaGuerilla
What exactly did he do?
Posted on 8/4/14 at 8:10 pm to CapstoneGrad06
I think Bartow reported the kid's commitment twenty minutes before Allen announced.
Stealing the kid's spotlight
Stealing the kid's spotlight
Posted on 8/4/14 at 8:19 pm to chattabama
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Four-Star DeBerry Cuts List To Eight
Richmond (VA) St. Christopher's standout Ricky DeBerry Tweeted his final eight schools this evening. Alabama, Virginia, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Penn State, Tennessee, Virginia Tech and Ohio State made the cut. The Crystal Ball reads 36-percent for Ohio State, 27-percent for Oklahoma, 14-percent for Virginia, nine-percent for Tennessee and five-percent foggy. DeBerry is ranked as the nation's No. 7 outside linebacker, No. 69 overall prospect and the No. 3 recruit in the state of Virginia in the 2015 class.
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Posted on 8/4/14 at 8:32 pm to AHM21
Implying that 247's Ryan Bartow released P Allen's announcement prematurely and that this was not the first time. he released it at 8:30 ET when he was supposed to hold it till after Allen's announcement at 9 PM.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:09 pm to My2Bits
Here is the tweet for those who are interested:
Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:34 pm to chattabama
Bet he increases his twitter following by a good bit through. It sucks but quite often bad guys gets ahead in business.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:36 pm to BlackPawnMartyr
Yeah everyone is desperate to be first to report info even if it's not ethical. Sucks for the kid.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:37 pm to chattabama
LSU insiders have a special place in my heart:
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The Saban rumors to Texas that prompted that tweet actually came from a circle outside of recruiting that deals with a lot of the inner-circles of coaches, their agents etc. It was an extremely solid source. Saban to Texas was extremely close to happening and had it not been for a few stipulations that didn't sit well with Saban, he would've taken the job from what I gathered.
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Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:40 pm to chattabama
So desperate to believe
Posted on 8/4/14 at 9:46 pm to sarc
I'm reading through that thread. You should read it if you need a few laughs. I like how Tony Brown's shoulder is such a major concern, Willis had a bad attitude, and Speedy won't stay out of trouble. Didn't want 'em anyway.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:04 pm to chattabama
Bartow now claims that Allen gave him the go ahead to post the info before his announcement. Calling bullshite.
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Ryan Bartow ?@RyanBartow 38m
Contrary to what was said, I did not break an embargo. Kid gave me the ok to break the news. Non issue. Moving onto next story.
Posted on 8/4/14 at 10:16 pm to chattabama
There's so much denial in that thread and such a large amount of people eating it up.
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