re: Class of 2016 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Waiting On Demetris Robertson Edition

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Total signees: 24

5-star players: 6



What did you expect? Nothing has changed from previous years. Nick Saban once again put together an outstanding class—one that can compete for a national title very soon. Somewhere in Tuscaloosa, Saban smiles every time he lands a 5-star commit. And he has quite a few of them this year.



Top dog

5-star WR Calvin Ridley

With the departure of Amari Cooper to the NFL, a spot for a playmaker is available. Ridley can be that special kind of receiver for Saban and Lane Kiffin. He has great hands and makes everything look very easy.



Impact players to watch

5-star QB Blake Barnett: The nation's No. 2 pro-style quarterback, Barnett has the goods to be special.

5-star CB Kendall Sheffield: There are few true shutdown cornerbacks; Sheffield is one of the few.

5-star DT Daron Payne: At 6'2" and 325 pounds, Payne is a load inside. He makes it very tough to run effectively.



Potential sleeper

4-star WR Daylon Charlot


It's hard to call anyone in this class a "sleeper," but when you look at what Charlot can bring to the table, he's got to be one to keep an eye on. He's not as highlight-prone as Ridley, but as a wide receiver, Charlot can be every bit the playmaker. He also can be a guy to watch as a special teams returner.

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