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

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1. Alabama, A+

Head of Class

5-star QB Blake Barnett (Corona, California): The 6'4.5", 200-pound passer joined the class in June shortly after decommitting from Notre Dame. Barnett, the national Elite 11 MVP, threw for a career-high 3,392 yards and 23 touchdowns in 2014. He brings dual-threat talent to the field, evidenced by 1,174 rushing yards as an upperclassman.

5-star WR Calvin Ridley (Pompano Beach, Florida): The nation's top-rated receiver teamed up with Barnett to win a seven-on-seven tournament title last summer at The Opening. He earned overall MVP honors at the star-studded event. Despite being limited to three games as a senior due to Florida high school age limits (19 years, nine months), Ridley racked up 18 receptions for 420 yards and six touchdowns.

5-star RB Damien Harris (Berea, Kentucky): We could have easily gone with an elite Alabama-bound defender in this third slot, but it's tough to pass on the country's No. 1 overall running back. Harris, who rushed for 6,717 yards and 111 touchdowns at Madison Southern High School, averaged 16.2 yards per carry in 2014.



Synopsis

Alabama locked up its fifth straight "national recruiting title." These classes don't ensure championships, but they perennially put Nick Saban's squad in position to compete at the highest level against anybody. The Crimson Tide finished with 12 prospects who rate among the top 10 players at their position.

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