re: Class of 2018 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: So Long Old Friend Edition

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5. Joseph Ossai, Conroe (Texas) Oak Ridge

HT: 6'4 | WT: 217

Ossai is a long-framed, athletic edge defender who could play 4-3 defensive end or odd-front hybrid outside linebacker at the Power Five conference level. Ossai possesses a terrific frame to add weight and he flashes a quick get-off. He has fast, violent hands that will be even more useful as he improves his pass-rushing repertoire. Has a high interest listed in Alabama and Texas A&M.

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The Top Five

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1. Anthony Cook, Houston (Texas) Lamar

HT: 6'0 | WT: 168

This is what a cover corner is supposed to look like. He not only has the hips and build of an elite level island corner Cook also has plus size at the position at around 6’0, a true rare combination of skills. He is still a bit skinny but is starting to really blow up frame wise as well and that has helped him catch the eye of pretty much every top program in the nation. He plays against good competition and comes from a program that has been known to produce some of the best defensive backs in the state and has competed strongly at every major camp event on the national level in the off-season, proving he matches up well with receivers who are already bigger and stronger. Cook is considering offers from schools like Alabama, Clemson, LSU, Ohio State, TCU, Texas, Texas A&M and many more.

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4. Kelvin Joseph, Baton Rouge (La.) Scotlandville Magnet

HT: 6'0 | WT: 182

A versatile defensive back prospect who could definitely play high-major college football at cornerback or safety. Joseph is a long-framed, long-striding DB who can cover a lot of territory quickly. He shows good instincts and coverage awareness, and he can turn his takeaways into points with his athleticism. Joseph is wiry strong and possesses ample space for bulk addition in college. He closes fast and hard against the run. He can provide the big hit, but can also improve his technique consistency. He is committed to LSU.

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McKinley III transferred from a private school to play against Texas 6A competition as a junior in 2016, and he had a solid season against a higher level of competition. He should be considered as a cover corner and shows the ability to help limit plays on his side of the football field, despite the fact many times the receiver lining up opposite of him has the size advantage. He closes the distance quickly and shows the ability to make a big hit.

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The Top Five

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3. Vernon Jackson, Boling (Texas)

HT: 6'3 | WT: 235

Jackson is an interesting specimen. The jumbo-framed athlete plays quarterback and linebacker for his high school team and could do a number of different things on the next level. Most have him pegged for the defensive side of he football, where he can use his football instincts and surprising agility to secure tackles. He could also get some looks on offense as a running back as well, and of course as a QB he helped his team to the state championship game s a junior, so he has some definite skill with the football in his hands. Jackson has a Top 5 of Alabama, Baylor, Oklahoma, TCU, and Texas A&M.

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5. Gerry Bohanon, Earle (Ark.)

HT: 6'3 | WT: 211

Gerry Bohanon is a big-framed dual-threat quarterback who projects to the FBS and Power Five conference levels. He runs well for a quarterback of his size, and he's a high-production player at the high school level. Bohanon can improve his release point/consistency, but an encouraging aspect of his game is his touch when needing to lead receivers to certain spots. Bohanon is raw, but big and talented, so there's plenty of potential in his game. Bohanon is considering offers from schools like Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Georgia, Louisville, Mississippi, Mississippi State, and Tennessee.

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Scout identifies 2018 prospects in the state of Louisiana who have earned the bump to four-star status during the rankings updates of the past few weeks.

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Joseph Foucha, Safety, New Orleans McDonogh 35

One of the top overall defensive prospects in Louisiana, Foucha owns about 30 offers from programs nationwide. Foucha jumped into the latest 2018 Scout 300 with the recent rankings update. His offers include Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Florida State, Michigan, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, TCU, Tennessee, and Texas A&M.

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Lawrence Keys III is a big-play receiver who flashes good acceleration to separate from defenders, especially after the catch. He lacks ideal bulk as a high school player, but has enough height to line up outside at times when not in the more natural slot where he projects best in college. Keys can beat secondaries over the top, but also turn quick-hitters into long-gainers in the screen game. Keys is a Power Five-caliber receiver and one of the top pass-catchers in Louisiana for the 2018 class. - Gabe Brooks

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Glenn Beal is the top tight end prospect in Louisiana for the 2018 class. Beal possesses outstanding size -- college-ready, in fact -- thanks to his large frame and impressive bulk for a young prospect. Beal comes from a run-oriented offense and is true in-line tight end prospect with ample blocking experience. Beal is an above average athlete considering his size. He could play Power Five-level football on either side of the ball, though he appears to want to stay at tight end. Beal can seal the edge and win matchups in the run game. He can improve his technique as a blocker and a route-runner. He will also need to acclimate to a more pass-heavy offense when he transitions to the next level, but Beal possesses the physical traits to create serious matchup issues once he develops that part of his game. - Gabe Brooks

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