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Posted on 1/28/15 at 11:38 am to BamaJuggs
Jeffrey Lee vs Bone
Watts vs Hokanson
Watts vs Hokanson
Posted on 1/28/15 at 12:26 pm to cajunsack
Lol if we didn't already know Mehki Brown was solid, he just said on Twitter he is ending recruiting and signing with us.
Saban is probably telling the whole class that if you aren't 100 percent signing with us then your spot is open to other possibilities. The whole take visits time is over. They've had over a year to take as many visits as they could. Not an excuse anymore
Saban is probably telling the whole class that if you aren't 100 percent signing with us then your spot is open to other possibilities. The whole take visits time is over. They've had over a year to take as many visits as they could. Not an excuse anymore
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:04 pm to cajunsack
I am confused with the two Princes. Isaiah Prince committed to Bama but is looking at OSU and Maryland, and Prince Tega is no longer under consideration?
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:11 pm to ErnestTBassmaster
Correct on Isaiah Prince, but Prince Tega doesnt even have an offer yet, Im not sure where we stand with him.
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Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:18 pm to Rizzy
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:41 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:42 pm to TideSaint
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Between Byron Cowart, CeCe Jefferson and Josh Sweat, the 2015 class of defensive ends is represented by three prospects who rank among the nation’s top 10 players overall. However, the depth behind that talented trio is what makes the defensive end position a loaded unit in the current cycle.
Seventeen defensive ends rank among the nation’s top 150 prospects in the 2015 cycle, which highlights the strength of the group as a whole.
The latest edition of the CFB Recruiting 200 series will dig deep into the 2015 class of defensive ends.
Bleacher Report scored the defensive end class on traits such as pass-rush ability (15 points), tackling (15 points), strength (20 points), run defense (25 points), hands (15 points) and motor (10 points). The cumulative figures from those traits resulted in our overall grade of each prospect.
How do the nation’s top defensive ends measure up to one another?
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:42 pm to TideSaint
Whenever buck Rogers is doesn't understand our numbers clearly
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:42 pm to TideSaint
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22. 4-star Anfernee Jennings
Height/Weight: 6’3”, 256 lbs
High School: Dadeville High, Dadeville, Ala.
247 Ranking: No. 11 WDE/No. 172 Overall
Bleacher Report Score: 89/100
Committed to Alabama on Mar. 6, 2014
Anfernee Jennings earned an offer from home-state power Alabama in early March and committed to the Crimson Tide five days later.
He selected the Tide over offers from Arkansas, Georgia and Louisville among others.
Despite taking visits to several schools in the spring, Jennings—who recorded 170 tackles and 14 sacks as senior, according to MaxPreps—remained firm in his early commitment.
Bleacher Report Analysis
The thing that sticks out with Jennings is his motor. He's full-speed seemingly on every snap, and that reflects in his statistical output. He's very physical at the point of attack and he excels at setting the edge against the run. He's still a bit raw technique-wise, but his athleticism and drive makes him an intriguing talent at the next level.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:43 pm to TideSaint
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15. 4-star Mekhi Brown
Height/Weight: 6’5”, 222 lbs
High School: Carver High, Columbus, Ga.
247 Ranking: No. 6 WDE/No. 114 Overall
Bleacher Report Score: 87/100
Committed to Alabama on April 6, 2013
Mekhi Brown’s recruitment was almost over before it began, as he committed to Alabama back in April 2013 after he earned an offer from the Tide.
Brown has taken a few visits to places such as Ohio State and Notre Dame, and he’s scheduled to take a visit to Louisville on Jan. 16. However, he has been one of the more vocal recruiters for the Tide on his Twitter account, and all signs seem to point toward him sticking with his original commitment.
Bleacher Report Analysis
Brown told me during the Atlanta Nike Camp last spring that Alabama coveted him because of his range, versatility and quickness off the ball, along with his length and his ability to be effective in coverage and as a sure tackler in space, which are the attributes that make him special. He will need to add some weight, but he has a good frame suitable for the transition to the college level.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:43 pm to TideSaint
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13. 4-star Prince Tega Wanogho Jr.
Height/Weight: 6’8”, 250 lbs
High School: Edgewood Academy, Elmore, Ala.
247 Ranking: No. 8 SDE/No. 110 Overall
Bleacher Report Score: 87/100
Uncommitted: Considering Auburn, Georgia, LSU and Tennessee
Perhaps the most fascinating recruit in the 2015 class is Prince Tega Wanogho Jr., who arrived at Edgewood Academy in Elmore, Alabama as a foreign exchange student from Nigeria in August.
According to BamaOnline's Shane Youngblood, he came to the United States with hopes of pursuing a basketball career, but instead opted to tryout for the football team—despite previously having never played the sport.
Initially classified as a 2016 prospect, Wanogho picked up a bevy of offers, including 14 in a two-day span last month. According to Youngblood (subscription required), Wanogho recently was reclassified as a 2015 recruit after his transcripts were reviewed.
With a number of new offers and little time left until he makes a decision, his recruitment will definitely be one of the most interesting storylines worth following in the days leading up to signing day.
According to Rusty Mansell of Dawgs247 (subscription required), Wanogho's coach mentioned schools such as Auburn, Georgia, LSU and Tennessee as schools who could get his official visits.
Bleacher Report Analysis
Wanogho is the definition of a prospect with unlimited upside. His size and athleticism jumps out immediately upon viewing his film, as does his lack of technique. He's also got great speed and a high motor. However, for a prospect so new to the game, college coaches may view him as a blank slate with a grade A frame who could be molded into a dominant force.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:44 pm to TideSaint
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2. 5-star CeCe Jefferson
Height/Weight: 6’2”, 275 lbs
High School: Baker County Senior High, Glen Saint Mary, Fla.
247 Ranking: No. 2 SDE/No. 7 Overall
Bleacher Report Score: 93/100
Uncommitted: Considering Florida, Ole Miss, Alabama, Florida State and Auburn
Florida has been the perceived favorite for CeCe Jefferson since the beginning of his recruitment, as evidenced by his Crystal Ball page. However, fellow SEC powers Alabama and Ole Miss have made moves for Jefferson, with the elite pass-rusher recently naming the Rebels as his leader, per Barton Simmons of 247Sports.
Despite that proclamation, it will be a shock if he lands anywhere other than Gainesville on national signing day.
Bleacher Report Analysis
Jefferson is an appealing prospect because he has the athleticism to play outside linebacker or defensive end. As an end, his first step off the ball is as quick as any player in this class. He’s adept at shedding blocks and being a sure tackler in the run game. His versatility is what makes him one of the elite pass rushers in this class.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:47 pm to TideSaint
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National signing day 2015 is less than two weeks away, which means national signing day 2016 is roughly one year and two weeks away. GET HYPE!
Seriously, though, if you think it's premature to talk about this, you've never paid attention to recruiting. 247Sports uses "247" for a reason: because the recruiting cycle never stops. A more accurate (but understandably less catchy) name would be 247365Sports.
On that note, let's look at the players drawing the most interest in the 2016 class. Eleven of the top 50 players on the 247Sports composite rankings already have 26 or more scholarship offers, which is crazy for a group of high school juniors. And that group doesn't even include the No. 1 overall player, offensive tackle Greg Little.
Sound off and let us know where you think these guys will play.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:48 pm to TideSaint
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DT Rashan Gary
Composite Rank: 2 DT Rank: 1 Committed to: n/a
Offer List (26)
Alabama, Army, Auburn, Boston College, Cincinnati, Connecticut, Florida, Florida State, Maryland, Miami, Michigan, Michigan State, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, South Carolina, Syracuse, Temple, Tennessee, USC, Virginia, Virginia Tech, Wisconsin
Where Will He Play?
Ohio State. Head coach Urban Meyer and offensive line coach Ed Warriner visited Rashan Gary Jan. 15, three days after the Buckeyes won the national title. Defensive line coach Larry Johnson visited Jan. 21, less than a week later. Alabama has the lead on Gary's Crystal Ball, but Ohio State has made him a priority and seems to be making an impact. Meyer and Nick Saban are going at it again.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:49 pm to TideSaint
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ATH Demetrius Robertson
Composite Rank: 36 ATH Rank: 1 Committed To: Alabama
Offer List (27)
Akron, Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Georgia Southern, Georgia Tech, Louisville, LSU, Miami, Michigan, Mississippi State, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Penn State, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M, UCLA, USC, Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Wisconsin
Where Will He Play?
Alabama. Departed linebackers coach Kevin Steele played a part in Demetris Robertson's recruitment, but defensive coordinator Kirby Smart has been his primary recruiter. As long as Smart stays in Tuscaloosa, Robinson has no reason to leave. Still, keep an eye on LSU (where Steele is the new defensive coordinator) and Georgia.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:49 pm to TideSaint
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S Deontay Anderson
Composite Rank: 25 S Rank: 2 Committed To: n/a
Offer List (34)
Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Baylor, Clemson, Colorado, Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Grambling State, Houston, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisville, LSU, Michigan, Michigan State, Mississippi State, Missouri, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Purdue, Rutgers, SMU, Stanford, TCU, Texas, Texas A&M, UCLA, USC, Virginia Tech, Washington State
Where Will He Play?
Somewhere in the SEC West. Too vague? Fine: Alabama. But don't be surprised if Texas A&M or LSU snags Deontay Anderson, either. He visited College Station twice and Baton Rouge once during the regular season. Picking Alabama is sort of just a default setting. Recruits such as Anderson, who have no business leaving home to play in Tuscaloosa, have a habit of leaving home to play in Tuscaloosa.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 1:59 pm to TideSaint
Why do they "have no business" going to Alabama?
Posted on 1/28/15 at 2:03 pm to TideSaint
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Welp. It appears Daylon Charlot isn't very good again:
I like all the "he wouldn't see the field here anyway" comments. The "we're too deep at WR" comments are hilarious. They could have 1000 receivers on the field but they still need someone to throw the ball.
Also, we all know Bama isn't lacking talent at WR either, though I do believe Charlot's quickest path to playing time is at Bama. He may be on KO or PR next year.
Posted on 1/28/15 at 3:53 pm to bamasgot13
Nope. The NCAA made an exception, and decided to allow Christian Jokes to return kicks for us for ten more seasons. They figured it was the best way to level the playing field.
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