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Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:19 pm to BIGJLAW
Anybody know more about Jauan Jennings, the last to CB predictions has been to Bama.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:26 pm to Rizzy
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:28 pm to Rizzy
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Anybody know more about Jauan Jennings
I assume we want him as a Safety, but I could be wrong. He's the #89 player in the country in the 247 rankings.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:34 pm to TideSaint
We offered a WR from Florida too:
Larry Dunnon Highlights
He's ranked the #999 player in the Composite Rankings.
Larry Dunnon Highlights
He's ranked the #999 player in the Composite Rankings.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:34 pm to TideSaint
Damn double post.
This post was edited on 3/4/14 at 2:35 pm
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:34 pm to TideSaint
Hands off
Posted on 3/4/14 at 2:35 pm to TreyAnastasio
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Hands off
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:41 pm to TideSaint
BR Power Ranks the LBers in the 2015 class:
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10. Jeffery Holland
Size
6'2", 230 lbs.
School
Trinity Christian Academy (Jacksonville, Fla.)
Junior Season Highlights
Jeffery Holland starred at outside linebacker for Florida state champion Trinity Christian. He compiled 45 tackles and 12.5 sacks, per MaxPreps.
Scouting Report
Holland gets to the quarterback in a hurry. He doesn't delay off the snap against larger offensive linemen and uses impressive agility to evade blockers while blitzing from the edge.
His physical frame is long, enabling him to get his arms out and disrupt a pass in the pocket. Holland quickly sniffs out play direction and swarms.
He is able to drop back into coverage to provide support on obvious passing downs, but is most effective in the box.
Recruitment Status
Holland is heavily considering Florida. He visited Gainesville for games last fall and was on campus for a junior day in February. The linebacker has also indicated interest in Auburn, Florida State, UCLA, Alabama and Ohio State.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:42 pm to TideSaint
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9. John Houston
Size
6'3", 205 lbs.
School
Junipero Serra High School (Gardena, Calif.)
Junior Season Highlights
John Houston enjoyed a strong campaign for Southern California title contender Junipero Serra. He established a career high with 137 tackles.
Scouting Report
His reliability as a tackler shines. When Houston squares up his target, he's practically a sure thing to halt the play in its tracks.
His length makes him an intriguing weapon in pass coverage, where he can be counted on to match up against athletic tight ends and backs. There are still some questions about his ability to get after the quarterback on a blitz but he is scrappy at the line of scrimmage.
Houston isn't always able to consistently shed blocks in his pursuit of the ball. His frame leaves room for added size and that's a necessity at the next level if he aims to compete at inside linebacker.
Recruitment Status
UCLA and USC are already battling for this local standout. Florida State is a strong option beyond state borders, while Oklahoma and Alabama may remain in the mix moving forward.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:43 pm to TideSaint
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8. Sh'mar Kilby-Lane
Size
6'2", 215 lbs.
School
Hallandale High School (Hallandale, Fla.)
Junior Season Highlights
Sh'mar Kilby-Lane led the Chargers defensive effort with 115 tackles and five sacks. He also intercepted four passes.
Scouting Report
Kilby-Lane is a balanced outside linebacker prospect who plays with a level of ferocity that leaves you wondering how special he could become down the line. His athleticism is reminiscent of a defensive back and he could probably suit up at safety in a variety of packages.
Amazingly quick footwork leaves blockers in his wake while attacking the defensive backfield. He beats linemen off the snap with speed and has the strength to disrupt pass protection.
Kilby-Lane could still be significantly more sound as a tackler. He leads with his head too often, which puts him at risk of missing a maneuvering player or being injured.
Recruitment Status
He attended a junior day at Florida State in February. Kilby Lane's options include Ohio State, Alabama, Miami and Georgia.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:43 pm to TideSaint
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5. Leo Lewis
Size
6'3", 225 lbs.
School
Brookhaven High School (Brookhaven, Miss.)
Junior Season Highlights
Outside linebacker Leo Lewis helped lead the Panthers into the playoffs as a defensive stalwart. He totaled 100 tackles and five sacks, according to MaxPreps.
Scouting Report
Lewis lays the lumber on practically every hit. He wraps up and tackles through his target on a consistent basis, eliminating opportunities for an offensive playmaker to slip away.
His solid fundamentals extend into coverage containment. Lewis patrols the perimeter with authority and quickly turns his hips to take off when the ball is up for grabs.
He is stout in short yardage run situations, winning battles inside with effective upper body quickness.
Recruitment Status
Mississippi State and Ole Miss each aim to keep Lewis close to home. However. SEC foes Alabama, Georgia and LSU will be hard to fight off.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:44 pm to TideSaint
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3. Roquan Smith
Size
6'1", 203 lbs.
School
Macon County High School (Montezuma, Ga.)
Junior Season Highlights
Macon County qualified for the playoffs with Roquan Smith leading the defensive charge. He secured 79 tackles, including 23.5 for loss, and five sacks, per MaxPreps.
Scouting Report
Smith is only starting to scratch the surface of his potential at linebacker. He is a physical athletic specimen who makes acrobatic plays appear routine.
His squad didn't rank among Georgia's top contenders in 2013 so his efforts may have gone slightly unnoticed along the way. Smith shines in run support, seeking out plays with natural anticipation.
He should look to improve his technique to shed blockers because there are times he has trouble escaping the trenches in traffic. Increased size at the next level makes him a promising prospect with room for significant strides.
Recruitment Status
Georgia is a favorite for his commitment, securing 90 percent of predictions in 247Sports' Crystal Ball. However, Smith's situation is extremely fluid with offers arriving from Penn State, Florida State, Nebraska and Alabama since January.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:44 pm to TideSaint
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2. Malik Jefferson
Size
6'3", 215 lbs.
School
Poteet High School (Mesquite, Texas)
Junior Season Highlights
Malik Jefferson made a monumental defensive impact throughout a 12-win season for the Pirates. He picked up 83 tackles and 12 sacks, according to MaxPreps.
Scouting Report
Jefferson is every bit of the intimidating presence you hope to bring from the second level. He ferociously defends the run, keeping his shoulders square and eyes locked on the backfield.
His closing speed is special. Jefferson accelerates and fully extends to bring down his target, creating jarring collisions. Jefferson is relentless in pursuit, unwilling to give up on an opportunity to make up for a mistake downfield.
Jefferson is fundamentally advanced to the point where he rarely looks confused during the course of a play. His self control and awareness makes him an ideal presence at the heart of a defense.
Recruitment Status
Texas, Texas A&M and Baylor are bound to cross paths throughout the duration of Jefferson's recruiting process. Oregon, Oklahoma and Alabama are among his top options out of state.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:45 pm to TideSaint
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1. Justin Hilliard
Size
6'2", 230 lbs.
School
St. Xavier High School (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Junior Season Highlights
Justin Hilliard played for a team that finished under .500 but still managed to command attention for his abilities. He compiled 80 tackles and five sacks during the season.
Scouting Report
Hilliard clearly works on his craft throughout the offseason. He is an unwavering force in several facets of the game.
His pass coverage keeps quarterbacks guessing and his hands are good enough to pick off a few attempts per season. He dominates inside, displacing blockers with intensity and raw strength.
Hilliard delivers devastating hits on passers in the pocket. There isn't a play he can't make along the perimeter against the run.
His impact will be felt immediately on the defense of whichever team he ultimately selects.
Recruitment Status
Hilliard is caught in a tug-of-war between Big Ten Conference rivals Ohio State, Michigan and Iowa. Alabama, Arkansas and Florida aim to lure him south.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:46 pm to TideSaint
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Replacing: AJ McCarron
Contenders: Blake Sims, Alec Morris, Cooper Bateman, Parker McLeod, David Cornwell, Jacob Coker (Summer entry)
The Alabama quarterback race is as crowded as any across the country going into spring practice and lacks a truly dominant contender.
Blake Sims has the most experience, but spending the last two seasons as AJ McCarron's No. 2 didn't allow him much playing time. He has thrown for just 244 yards and two touchdowns for his career, but the senior does add a running element, as evidenced by his 355 yards and two scores on the ground.
While several contenders are behind him, the two most notable are Cooper Bateman and David Cornwell. Bateman will be a redshirt freshman and was the No. 4 pro-style quarterback in 2013. Cornwell was 2014's No. 4 pro-style QB and enrolled early to compete for the job.
Both are talented but Cornwell, at 6'5", 240 pounds, might ultimately have the higher ceiling. Both will have a tough time winning the job this year, though, especially considering the impending arrival of Florida State transfer Jacob Coker.
As Marq Burnett of the Anniston Star mentions, many believe Coker is the favorite to win the job. However, Coker won't have much time to become accustomed to the offense and the culture at 'Bama, as he won't arrive until the summer.
While Coker is the trendy pick, don't be so quick to think Nick Saban will hand the reins to a quarterback who has only been in Tuscaloosa for a couple of months.
Predicted Winner: Blake Sims
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:48 pm to TideSaint
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In the class of 2014, there was an unprecedented amount of running back talent to go around. The final 247Sports rankings featured no less than six running backs in the five-star range. While those no-doubt names are more scarce in the class of 2015, the latest update features a name that has risen to the head of the pack. Johnny Frasier out of Princeton, N.C. is the new No. 1 running back in the country.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 3:59 pm to TideSaint
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While Coker is the trendy pick, don't be so quick to think Nick Saban will hand the reins to a quarterback who has only been in Tuscaloosa for a couple of months. Predicted Winner: Blake Sims
Lolwutttttttt
Posted on 3/4/14 at 4:01 pm to Recruitingjunkie
BR also Power Ranked the RBs in the 2015 class:
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10. Larry Scott
Size
6'0", 205 lbs.
School
Hubbard High School (Hubbard, Ohio)
Junior Season Highlights
Hubbard reached the state quarterfinals with Larry Scott leading the way. He reached 1,600 rushing yards for the second straight season and scored 21 touchdowns.
Scouting Report
Scott is a load to tackle. He runs with a physical nature and dishes out power upon contact.
You won't see Scott run away from the average college defensive back, but he'll run over his fair share. His straight-line speed is impressive but Scott lacks elite acceleration at the second level.
He is among the country's best receivers out of the backfield. Expect college coaches to keep him actively involved in the passing game.
Recruitment Status
The Ohio running back received offers from Auburn and Alabama in February. It was a busy month for Scott, who visited Pittsburgh, West Virginia and Michigan State.
Posted on 3/4/14 at 4:02 pm to TideSaint
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8. Derrius Guice
Size
5'10", 195 lbs.
School
Catholic High School (Baton Rouge, La.)
Junior Season Highlights
Derrius Guice helped guide the Bears to an 8-4 campaign. He gained 1,100 yards on the ground and scored 13 touchdowns.
Scouting Report
His elusiveness is aided by an effective spin move, which he implemented to perfection on various occasions last fall. Guice also shows strength, gaining substantial chunks of yardage after contact.
He is an every-down back who pass blocks well and can contribute as a receiver. His physical build will allow for him to take on the bulk of backfield duties early in college.
Recruitment Status
Guice may follow fellow star Baton Rouge running back Nick Brossette to LSU. The local standout is predicted to sign with the Tigers by 100 percent of experts in 247Sports' Crystal Ball.
However, he did receive an offer from Alabama while attending a February junior day in Tuscaloosa. Texas also extended a scholarship.
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