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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:30 am to TideSaint
Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:30 am to TideSaint
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Hailing from Cincinnati, Justin Hilliard is a 5-star linebacker who also can play inside or outside. The 6'2", 225-pounder has solid toughness when opposed by blockers, plus he can deliver a sharp strike at the point of attack.
Hilliard has great athleticism and first-step quickness to attack the line of scrimmage at the snap. He shows good agility in pursuit, plus he scrapes well when working laterally. Holland may be the most ferocious blitzer of any linebacker on this list.
He charges to attack passers with outstanding force, and closes in a flash. He needs to keep working on his pass-coverage skills, especially his ability to stick with pass-catchers at their junctions.
Yet, Hilliard has a bright future ahead of him.
Josh Helmholdt of Rivals.com (subscription required) wrote on April 18:
“The dark horse here is Oklahoma. Hilliard's visit to Norman this winter was a smashing success and he has a great vibe with the Sooners right now."
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Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:31 am to TideSaint
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There appears to be nothing 5-star linebacker Malik Jefferson is not capable of. The Texas native is an exceptional athlete who is a nightmare for offenses.
Jefferson has great vision and instincts, as he anticipates plays like a college player. He does a good job of reading the movements of guards and tackles, then he explodes to make a play.
The 6'2", 225-pounder has the speed and range to track running backs from one sideline to the other. He doesn't back down from offensive linemen and lead-blockers at the point of attack, plus he uses his hands well when striking and shedding.
Jefferson also has the first-step explosiveness to play rush-end/outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. He can rush the passer with speed, and he also has the strength to fight blockers while pressuring the passer.
Once he gets better in coverage, Jefferson will be a complete player.
We are in Jefferson's Top 2, but I believe he will sign with A&M.
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