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re: Class of 2016 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Waiting On Demetris Robertson Edition
Posted on 5/18/15 at 11:44 pm to chattabama
Posted on 5/18/15 at 11:44 pm to chattabama
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TE Devin Asiasi, Concord (Calif.) De La Salle- Asiasi is a huge tight end weighing in at 275 pounds but he still moves and catches the ball very well. He surprisingly had a couple of drops that we're not used to seeing but his hands and ability to catch the ball in traffic, through contact is a strength of his and not something we're concerned about. In an era where more and more tight ends are just big receivers, Asiasi is an every down tight end who can block, plays a physical game and still make plays in the passing game as well. USC looks good early but Alabama, Oregon and UCLA are in this one as well.
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Posted on 5/18/15 at 11:45 pm to chattabama
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ATH Brandon Burton, Gardena (Calif.) Serra- Burton took some reps at receiver and then switched over to safety. He shined at safety picking off three passes in the half-skelly (modified 7v7) portion of the camp showing why we have long considered him one of the most instinctual players in the region. It's a deep year for safeties nationally but Burton is definitely deserving of an invite. Alabama, Florida State, Oklahoma, UCLA, USC are just a few of the schools Burton mentioned that are on his short list.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:15 am to chattabama
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Lawrenceville (Georgia) Archer's Kyle Davis announced via Twitter on Monday night that he would be opening his recruiting process up, backing away from the verbal commitment he made to South Carolina back in July of last year.
"After a long talk with my family, I'm officially decommitting and opening my recruitment back up. I will not take any interviews," Davis said.
The four-star athlete pledged to USC at the Gamecock Showcase camp last season and was the first commitment of the 2016 class for USC at the time.
Davis had over ten offers at the time of his commitment, but that number would grow exponentially over the next several months. Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Ohio State, Tennessee, and numerous others have also joined the ranks of pursuit for Davis.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:15 am to TideSaint
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Offensive tackle Dare Rosenthal's pledge to Alabama was a shock because it happened so early. Watching his tape, it is easy to see the Ferriday, La., class of 2018 standout is a special, young player. When he attended the Rivals Camp Series in Dallas, it was easy to see he had a very high ceiling as he was listed among the top underclassmen at the event. It is not a surprise college coaches have made Ferriday a priority stop this spring and it is not a surprise Rosenthal received scholarship offers. It is a surprise that Alabama was the first to offer and Rosenthal jumped on it the same day. There is a long way to go, but Rosenthal and Alabama sent shockwaves across the internet with the commitment.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:19 am to chattabama
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Prospects in the 2016 recruiting class are approaching their final summer break of high school and several key questions in this cycle remain unanswered. Pivotal storylines feature many uncommitted standouts, including approximately two-thirds of 5-star talents in 247Sports' composite ratings.
Some of these recruitment processes seem to be nearing conclusions, while others are sure to last until national signing day. Here's a look at ideal landing spots for each uncommitted 5-star player, based on recruiting developments and scheme fits.
I don't agree that these next few posts are the best fits for these players, but a prediction made by the BR writer.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:20 am to TideSaint
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Marlon Davidson
High School: Greenville (Greenville, Alabama)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 24 overall; No. 3 strong-side defensive end
Size: 6'4", 260 lbs.
Recruitment Update
Many anticipate Marlon Davidson will pair up with former Carver High School teammate Lyndell Wilson in college, but "package" deals can be tricky to pull off when they involve premier prospects. They visited Florida State for the first time together in April, watching the Seminoles spring game.
Florida State, Michigan and USC each extended an offer during recent months. Outside of his home state, Georgia appears to be the strongest SEC contender.
Best Fit: Auburn
This is another situation that features family ties. Davidson's older brother, Kenneth Carter, won a national championship with the Tigers in 2011.
New Auburn defensive coordinator Will Mushcamp has recruits fired up and Davidson could make a major difference for a front that adds 2015 signees Jeffery Holland and Byron Cowart this year.
His latest visit to campus took place in April and signs are pointing toward a signing day showdown between Alabama and Auburn. We'll bet his background and familiarity with the Tigers makes the difference.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:20 am to TideSaint
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Willie Allen
High School: John Curtis (New Orleans, Louisiana)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 21 overall; No. 3 offensive tackle
Size: 6'7.5", 300 lbs.
Recruitment Update
The battle for Willie Allen's commitment seems to center on SEC programs, which is often the case for New Orleans recruits. He traveled to in-state LSU for a spring game in April, but Ole Miss and Alabama also loom large.
His most recent scholarship offers continue to take this process nationwide. Penn State, Miami, Baylor and Texas are among programs that have joined the chase since February.
Best Fit: Ole Miss
The Rebels are best known for the "Land Shark" defensive attack, but pieces are in place for an up-and-down Ole Miss offense to steal the spotlight in coming years. Head coach Hugh Freeze currently holds commitments from 5-star quarterback Shea Patterson, a pair of 4-star pledges in the passing game (DeKaylin Metcalf and Octavious Cooley) and a 4-star running back duo (Denzel Mitchell and Justin Connor).
Ole Miss must address offensive line needs to bring everything together and Allen tops the team's wish list. He is close with Patterson and we anticipate Allen will spend his college career protecting the prized passer.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:21 am to TideSaint
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Ben Davis
High School: Gordo (Gordo, Alabama)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 19 overall; No. 4 outside linebacker
Size: 6'4", 230 lbs.
Recruitment Update
Ben Davis, the son of all-time Alabama tackles leader Wayne Davis, is naturally a primary concern for Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban. The team is in strong position to land a legacy commitment, but other opportunities have caught Davis' attention.
Recent offers from Michigan and Notre Dame have added new elements, along with a first-time visit to Florida State in April. He's previously mentioned Ole Miss, Auburn and LSU as programs of interest.
"My dad will support whatever decision I make 110 percent," he told Bleacher Report. "He hasn't really pushed me toward one school or another. He just wants to make sure I'm comfortable with the situation wherever I go."
Best Fit: Alabama
Davis would be the latest in-state linebacker star to land in Tuscaloosa, a place he's grown extremely comfortable with throughout his upbringing.
"They have all the national championships, an excellent coaching staff and very good structure," Davis said. "Coach Saban is fun to be around. But when it's time for business, he's about his business. He's one of the greatest."
Expect him to take multiple official visits but wind up with the team closest to his hometown (and his heart).
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:22 am to TideSaint
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Rashard Lawrence
High School: Neville (Monroe, Louisiana)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 12 overall; No. 4 defensive tackle
Size: 6'3", 305 lbs.
Recruitment Update
This has been a back-and-forth battle between Alabama and LSU. Rashard Lawrence can expect the sales pitches to intensify on each side as long as he remains uncommitted.
"Going to Tuscaloosa and seeing their facilities was great and any visit to LSU is always a good time. Those are the two that stand out the most," Lawrence told Adam Hunsucker of The News Star.
Tennessee, Oklahoma, Florida State and Auburn are among programs that offered during the winter.
Best Fit: Alabama
LSU already holds on 5-star commitment at defensive tackle and was labeled a childhood dream school by another (Ed Oliver). This could come down to timing, as two top talents in place at the position in this class may deter Lawrence from joining the crowd.
Ultimately, we see Alabama convincing him to take on a role in Tuscaloosa. Former Neville High School standout Hootie Jones faced the same choice in 2014 and picked the Crimson Tide, who have a need at defensive tackle in the 2016 class after losing former pledge Benito Jones to Ole Miss.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:23 am to TideSaint
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Mack Wilson
High School: Carver (Montgomery, Alabama)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 8 overall; No. 1 outside linebacker
Size: 6'2", 220 pounds
Recruitment Update
Though Lyndell Wilson hasn't identified an outright favorite to this point, in-state powerhouses Auburn and Alabama are widely viewed as teams to beat.
"I’m still interested in anybody that has interest in me,” he told John Garcia Jr. of Scout.com. “I take care of what they tell me. And I want to take visits to schools to see where I fit in with these defensive schemes."
Expect this recruitment to last deep into the cycle and perhaps remain unsettled when February rolls around.
“I’m trying to wait it out until signing day. If I do commit, I won’t tell anybody, I’ll just tell the coach,” he told Garcia.
Other teams to watch include Florida State and LSU, where he is set to visit in late May.
Best Fit: Alabama
Wilson could potentially pair up with fellow 5-star Alabama linebacker Ben Davis in Tuscaloosa. His length and quickness presents options for a defensive coaching staff that is constantly juggling blue-chip recruits on the depth chart.
He could potentially contribute at safety if his weight remains steady. Nick Saban may need to wait a while, but we think he'll get his guy.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:23 am to TideSaint
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Rashan Gary
High School: Paramus Catholic (Paramus, New Jersey)
247Sports' Composite Ranking: No. 1 overall; No. 1 defensive tackle
Size: 6'4", 290 lbs.
Recruitment Update
Rashan Gary has played things close to the vest despite a constant spotlight. However, his visit list provides a glimpse at contenders in the mix.
He's journeyed to nearby Rutgers multiple times, while fellow Big Ten members Michigan and Ohio State hosted him this spring. Gary previously traveled south to spend time at South Carolina, Clemson and Georgia.
He told Bleacher Report about plans to visit Alabama, Auburn, Ole Miss and Tennessee before next season. Volunteers quarterback commit Jarrett Guarantano, another New Jersey product, has been pushing him toward Knoxville.
"I'm trying to go to Tennessee with Jarrett and a couple other guys," Gary said. "A lot of guys are trying to get me to go places, but that's one that stands out a bit."
Best Fit: Michigan
Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh hopes to repeat history in Ann Arbor two classes after 5-star Paramus Catholic defensive back Jabrill Peppers signed with Michigan. The program gained an edge during the winter, when former Paramus Catholic coach Chris Partridge joined Harbaugh's recruiting staff.
Gary's comfort level with Michigan is strong and a recent visit to campus further encouraged him.
"Michigan is going to do great things in a couple years," he said. "You may not see it this season, but Michigan will be an up-and-rising program soon."
His commitment would be a game-changer at Michigan and expectations would be high from the start of his freshman campaign.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:25 am to TideSaint
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Predicting which freshmen will become some of the nation's best is one of the toughest sets of preseason picks.
Depth charts aren't set in stone yet, and many of the top freshmen haven't even started practicing with their new teams yet. Also, guessing which small-school players will jump out from their low-star or no-star status to take over a team is nearly impossible.
However, using recruiting rankings and the best projections of what teams need right now, fans can start to figure out which players have the best chance to shine from day one. (And don't forget about those blue-chip players who took redshirts in 2014.)
Last year's FWAA Freshman All-American team featured nine former 5-star players, including LSU's Leonard Fournette and Texas A&M's Myles Garrett. These rankings aren't perfect, but they can be a great predictor of success down the road.
With that in mind, here are the post-spring projections for the 2015 Freshman All-American team. Tell us who you think about this list or submit your own in the comment section below.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:25 am to TideSaint
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Calvin Ridley, Alabama
2015 Composite Ranking: 11 | WR Ranking: 1
We've seen this script before from Alabama—several top receivers leave Tuscaloosa, and a top recruit from the Miami area steps onto campus the following fall. Ridley has a chance to follow in the footsteps of fellow South Florida star Amari Cooper, who was one yard shy of 1,000 in his breakout freshman season.
"I expect that he leads Alabama in receiving from day one," Bleacher Report's Michael Felder said. "I think this is a guy who has the opportunity to catch a lot of footballs, no matter who's throwing them to him. And, for that reason, I think he's going to be another top pick from Alabama's football factory."
Posted on 5/19/15 at 9:26 am to TideSaint
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Marlon Humphrey, Alabama
2014 Composite Ranking: 12 | CB Ranking: 3
With stunning track star speed and a redshirt season of preparation under his belt, Humphrey should step into Alabama's secondary and become a household name. Bleacher Report's Barrett Sallee wrote in February that Humphrey "will set the SEC on fire in 2015."
"Humphrey has the talent, is at a school that needs help and has the opportunity to shine thanks to a new position coach," Sallee wrote. "That's a recipe for redshirt success."
Posted on 5/19/15 at 11:34 am to TideSaint
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New Orleans McDonogh 35 defensive tackle Stephon Taylor had a big day last Thursday, picking up six new offers that day alone. Texas A&M, along with Cal, Florida, Miami, Missouri and Utah, offered the 6-foot-4, 292-pound junior that day.
"That was definitely crazy and unexpected," Taylor said of receiving a half dozen offers in a single day. "I had been talking to most of the schools a little bit but it sort of like snowballed, it seemed. They all just kept calling my coach and telling him they were offering me.
"I think Oregon might be close to offering me too. That's one of the ones that hasn't offered yet that is showing a lot of interest."
The composite four-star prospect says he wants to know more about the Aggies.
"I haven't gotten a chance to talk to them much just yet," he said of the A&M coaches. "I know they play big-time football in Texas though. I'd like to visit down there and see everything that's going on, meet the coaches and stuff like that. I know they have a few guys from Louisiana down there now."
The Crystal Ball for Taylor is currently split with 50 percent of the predictions to Auburn and 50 percent to in-state LSU.
"My dad and all of his family live in Alabama," Taylor said. "They all want me to come there to play. Auburn and Alabama have both offered me so I'm checking those out for sure.
"My mom's side of the family is okay with me going anywhere. They're willing to come and watch me anywhere so there's not too much pressure to go to LSU from them.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 11:35 am to TideSaint
Posted on 5/19/15 at 12:37 pm to TideSaint
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On Tuesday, it became official that former Notre Dame quarterback Everett Golson will transfer to Florida State, effective immediately, to complete his college eligbility on the field. The news was first reported by FoxSports.com's Bruce Feldman.
This post was edited on 5/19/15 at 12:38 pm
Posted on 5/19/15 at 2:30 pm to TideSaint
I'm in a group text with my biggest football fan buddies. It's me, a Florida fan, and 2 FSU fans. Today has been a shite show 
They shite all over Goldon so much last year
They shite all over Goldon so much last year
This post was edited on 5/19/15 at 2:38 pm
Posted on 5/19/15 at 2:40 pm to TideSaint
Keep an eye on Janarius Robinson when he comes to visit around time for camp in June. Could be a Merry Flipmas in June.
Posted on 5/19/15 at 2:41 pm to Bama3714
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Janarius Robinson
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