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re: Class of 2016 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Waiting On Demetris Robertson Edition
Posted on 11/22/15 at 12:45 am to paul02085
Posted on 11/22/15 at 12:45 am to paul02085
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While the end result wasn't what Cam Akers was hoping for, he and other Alabama commitments put up big numbers on Friday night in the playoffs. As always BamaOnline will recap every Tide commitment's performance in Sunday's Following the Future piece.
Jake Fromm, QB, Warner Robins (Ga.) Houston County - Fromm led the Bears to a 42-20 win over Mays on Friday night. The Bama commit went 31 of 47 for 379 yards and three touchdowns. 11-1 Houston County faces Allatoona next week in the third round of the 5A playoffs.
Cam Akers, RB, Clinton (Miss.) - The Arrows were knocked out of the playoffs on Friday night by Starkville 45-27. Akers didn't go down without a fight passing for 278 yards and a touchdown and rushing for 194 yards and another two touchdowns. The Tide running back commit did, however, toss a couple of interceptions and fumbled, which contributed to the Starkville victory. Clinton ends the season 8-5.
Najee Harris, RB, Antioch (Calif.) - Antioch changed up its game plan heading into its matchup with Amador Valley. Harris carried the ball 13 times for 118 yards and a score, about a third of his typical production. The game plan proved successful as the Panthers won 58-21. 11-0 Antioch plays the winner of Freedom and Foothill in the semis next week.
Jonah Williams, OT, Folsom (Calif.) - Williams and the rest of the Bulldog line propelled Folsom to a 49-21 victory over Franklin on Friday night, extending the Bulldogs' win streak to 28 games. The offensive line gave quarterback Jake Jeffrey enough time to pass for 435 yards and five touchdowns. 12-0 Folsom faces St. Mary's in the third round next week.
Deonte Brown, OG, Decatur (Ala.) Austin - The Black Bears are in the state semis for the first time since 1983 after defeating Gardendale 53-38, in large part due to the offensive line. Austin lost its two leading rushers early, however, Brown and the rest of the offensive line gave quarterback Victor Garth enough time to tally seven touchdowns on 285 yards rushing and 176 passing. The 11-3 Black Bears face T.J. Simmons' top-ranked Clay-Chalkville next week.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 1:22 am to TideSaint
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After naming a top five back in the summer, No. 5 rated offensive tackle Jean Delance has re-shaped his recruiting focus as signing day approaches. Scout caught up with Delance for the latest news...
Jean Delance, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound offensive tackle fom Mesquite (Texas) North and his Stallion teammates had an amazing 14-13 second round playoff win on Saturday night at AT&T Stadium over Killeen (Texas) Shoemaker.
After the game Delance fired off a quick recruiting update. He had named a top five back in the summer of Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas and Texas A&M, but his focus and favorites list has shifted since that time.
"Ohio State is definitely out of it. I have got Alabama, LSU, Michigan and Texas," Delance said of his recruiting list. Delance confirmed that Ohio State is out of it and also so is Texas A&M.
"I loved the atmopshere with the coaches, but they didn't pursue me as much as I thought that they would," Delance confirmed.
Delance and North Mesquite are in the playoffs for the first time in eight years and have advanced past the second round for the fist time in 15 years.
The elite offensive tackle was set to take an official visit to Michigan to see the Wolverines face off against Ohio State, but after advancing in the playoffs he confirmed he will postpone that visit.
Next week they will face off against Austin (Texas) Westlake in the Regional Semifinals.
Delance announced will be making his decision during the broadcast of the Under Armour All-America Game on January 2nd earlier in the week.
Now in its 9th year, the annual Under Armour All-America game gathers the nation's top high school football talent and is played at the Citrus Bowl in Orland, Fla
After naming a top five back in the summer, No. 5 rated offensive tackle Jean Delance has re-shaped his recruiting focus as signing day approaches. Scout caught up with Delance for the latest news...
Jean Delance, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound offensive tackle fom Mesquite (Texas) North and his Stallion teammates had an amazing 14-13 second round playoff win on Saturday night at AT&T Stadium over Killeen (Texas) Shoemaker.
After the game Delance fired off a quick recruiting update. He had named a top five back in the summer of Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas and Texas A&M, but his focus and favorites list has shifted since that time.
"Ohio State is definitely out of it. I have got Alabama, LSU, Michigan and Texas," Delance said of his recruiting list. Delance confirmed that Ohio State is out of it and also so is Texas A&M.
"I loved the atmopshere with the coaches, but they didn't pursue me as much as I thought that they would," Delance confirmed.
Delance and North Mesquite are in the playoffs for the first time in eight years and have advanced past the second round for the fist time in 15 years.
The elite offensive tackle was set to take an official visit to Michigan to see the Wolverines face off against Ohio State, but after advancing in the playoffs he confirmed he will postpone that visit.
Next week they will face off against Austin (Texas) Westlake in the Regional Semifinals.
Delance announced will be making his decision during the broadcast of the Under Armour All-America Game on January 2nd earlier in the week.
Now in its 9th year, the annual Under Armour All-America game gathers the nation's top high school football talent and is played at the Citrus Bowl in Orland, Fla
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:09 am to TideSaint
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More than half of the 5-star prospects in 247Sports' 2016 composite rankings remain uncommitted as we creep toward 10 weeks until national signing day. Many of these elite talents have spent at least two years under the microscope as coveted collegiate recruits, creating intrigue as their decision-making processes approach a conclusion.
Some top talents have played things close to the vest throughout, while others actually spent time committed to programs before reopening recruitments. Each one of these players will be expected to contribute early in some capacity, arriving at campuses across America with immense expectations in place.
Key university visits and inevitable high-profile coaching changes could dramatically alter the landscape moving forward. Based on where things stand now, here are our predictions for where each uncommitted 5-star prospect will land next season.
This will be spread out over the next few posts.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:10 am to TideSaint
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ATH Demetris Robertson
High School: Savannah Christian Prep (Savannah, Georgia)
Size: 6'1", 175 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 2 athlete; No. 27 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Georgia (50 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"I saw him at The Opening in Orlando, Florida, in March. After a slow start, he was simply unstoppable in one-on-ones. He impressed me with his ability to get off the line of scrimmage and separate from speedy corners on deep routes."—B/R recruiting analyst Sanjay Kirpalani
Demetris Robertson is an electric playmaker who could shine on either side of the football. He's tallied 136 tackles and three interceptions since 2013, per MaxPreps, and compiled 962 all-purpose yards through the first nine games of his senior season.
Prediction: Alabama
Robertson ranked Alabama and Georgia as his No. 2 and No. 3 options, respectively, during an early November conversation with Kipp Adams and Keith Niebuhr of 247Sports (h/t Hank South). The former Crimson Tide commit had Stanford on top, with Ohio State and Notre Dame also in the mix.
Robertson, who could play cornerback, safety or receiver in college, backed off his verbal pledge to Alabama this spring. In a highly contentious recruitment, don't be surprised if he settles on a future in Tuscaloosa after all.
“We still have a great bond with each other. It was something I really had to do, just open my recruitment, and see everything, all the colleges and stuff like that. Everything they’ve been doing is great. I hit (Alabama) up a lot," he told Adams and Niebuhr.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:11 am to TideSaint
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DT Rashard Lawrence
High School: Neville (Monroe, Louisiana)
Size: 6'3", 305 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 6 defensive tackle; No. 24 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: LSU (100 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"His quickness off the ball is a strong point, but the way he uses his hands may be what's best about him when he lines up for a play. Lawrence is fun to watch because he plays with a mean streak. He has the no-nonsense attitude that every coach wants in his defensive lineman."—B/R recruiting analyst Damon Sayles
Rashard Lawrence is among the most fierce defenders in a star-studded Southeast region. He stood tall on a grand stage last December, recording three sacks in a one-point state championship victory, according to Adam Hunsucker of the News Star.
Prediction: LSU
Ohio State may be the strongest candidate to steal Lawrence away from Louisiana. Buckeyes defensive line coach Larry Johnson is one of the best in the business and has built a solid rapport with Lawrence, who visited Columbus in October.
UCLA also hosted him this season, while Alabama should never be counted out when it comes to recruiting this territory. Ultimately, we expect the Tigers and well-liked defensive line coach Ed Orgeron to come out on top.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:12 am to TideSaint
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ATH Mecole Hardman Jr.
High School: Elbert County (Elberton, Georgia)
Size: 5'10", 175 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 1 athlete; No. 21 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Georgia (79 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"His speed jumps out immediately, but what makes him special is his competitiveness. He fought for reps [at a regional Nike camp in Atlanta] and made them count when he got them. As good as he is on defense, he's simply too electric to not have the ball in his hands at the next level."—B/R recruiting analyst Sanjay Kirpalani
Mecole Hardman Jr. is about as thrilling a playmaker as you'll find at any position, further evidenced by a five-touchdown effort in September that featured the game-winning score as time expired. He's also an incredibly smooth operator at cornerback, displaying rare hip fluidity that could convince some coaches to put him in the defensive secondary.
Prediction: Georgia
There's a ton of SEC interest swirling around Hardman, who attended Alabama's victory over LSU earlier this month. He also saw the Crimson Tide clobber Georgia in Athens—a place that still seems most likely to serve as Hardman's home in coming years.
Ole Miss has emerged as another contender and is set to host Hardman, while Michigan may be the most intriguing possibility beyond SEC country. He's expected to attend the Wolverines' game against Ohio State, while he mentioned Florida and Tennessee as other options during a recent conversation with Bleacher Report's Sanjay Kirpalani.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:12 am to TideSaint
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LB Ben Davis
High School: Gordo (Gordo, Alabama)
Size: 6'3", 240 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 1 inside linebacker; No. 17 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Alabama (100 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"From a physical standpoint, Davis is a freakish athlete who even plays receiver for his prep squad. As a linebacker, he is a disruptive force who is comfortable in the scrum at the line of scrimmage or on the edges versus speedy backs and receivers."—B/R recruiting analyst Sanjay Kirpalani
Ben Davis, the son of all-time Alabama tackles leader Wayne Davis, looks a lot like a defensive end at this period of his progression, though that size is augmented by excellent explosiveness at the second level. He collected 85 tackles, five forced fumbles and four sacks as a junior, according to Wesley Sinor of AL.com.
Prediction: Alabama
This may not be the lock many folks expect, as Davis has been adamant about exploring alternative options before following his father's footsteps to Tuscaloosa. Official visits to Georgia and LSU are in the books, while Auburn will receive at least two more visits before February, including the Iron Bowl, and Notre Dame and Michigan are now in the mix.
Davis is extremely comfortable with the Crimson Tide coaching staff, though LSU defensive coordinator Kevin Steele and Auburn linebackers coach Lance Thompson previously pursued him on behalf of Alabama. This recruitment likely lasts until national signing day, with Tide fans holding their breath until the legacy commitment is secured.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:14 am to TideSaint
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LB Lyndell "Mack" Wilson
High School: Carver (Montgomery, Alabama)
Size: 6'2", 220 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 1 outside linebacker; No. 12 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Alabama (88 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"When I spoke to Wilson at the Atlanta Nike Opening Regional camp, he told me he patterns his game after former Alabama All-American C.J. Mosley. He's physical enough to be stout against the run and he has the agility to cover running backs in the flats or receivers in the middle of the field."—B/R recruiting analyst Sanjay Kirpalani
Lyndell "Mack" Wilson leads a loaded collection of uncommitted linebackers, commanding attention from throughout the SEC and beyond as underclassmen. He's posted career-high production this season, per MaxPreps, recording 115 tackles—18 for loss—five sacks and four forced fumbles in 10 games.
Prediction: Alabama
Florida and LSU are likely the only programs still capable of plucking Wilson away from his home state. The Gators, in particular, appear to be in a good place due in part to a commitment from fellow Montgomery defender Jeawon Taylor.
However, this has been Alabama's race to lose throughout, and the Crimson Tide coaching staff has put itself in excellent position to land Wilson. Head coach Nick Saban seems more likely to reel in a 5-star linebacker duo with Wilson and Ben Davis, who are friends, than miss on either elite target.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:15 am to TideSaint
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DT Dexter Lawrence
High School: Wake Forest (Wake Forest, North Carolina)
Size: 6'5", 330 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 2 defensive tackle; No. 3 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Florida (44 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"Lawrence makes playing defensive tackle look easy. He's a big, strong, elusive athlete who can either bully the offensive lineman or make moves around him. Lawrence is quick off the snap and deceptively fast."—B/R recruiting analyst Damon Sayles
Dexter Lawrence landed on the national recruiting radar as one of the East Coast's premier young playmakers, compiling 44 total tackles for loss and 15 sacks as a sophomore and junior, per MaxPreps. He solidified his place among America's elite this summer with a strong performance at The Opening.
Prediction: Clemson
Lawrence plans to announce his choice Dec. 14, according to Luke Stampini of 247Sports, and if that remains the case, he is currently closing in on a decision. He's spent time at Clemson, Florida, Alabama and NC State this season while researching options, and a trip to Ohio State is next.
The Buckeyes aim to send him home with a favorable impression of Columbus, but this feels like a battle between Florida and Clemson. We're inclined to lean toward the Tigers.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 2:15 am to TideSaint
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OT Greg Little
High School: Allen (Allen, Texas)
Size: 6'5½", 305 pounds
Composite Ranking: No. 1 offensive tackle; No. 2 overall
247Sports Crystal Ball Leader: Ole Miss (42 percent)
Bleacher Report Breakdown
"In terms of pass protection, he's already versed in techniques such as hand placement and kick steps. He's physical enough in the run game, but that's one area where he can grow in his transition to the next level. Little is the most complete prospect in the 2016 class among offensive linemen."—B/R recruiting analyst Sanjay Kirpalani
Greg Little started his high school career at tight end but quickly shifted to offensive tackle, where he served as a starter during back-to-back state title runs in 2013 and 2014. His athleticism and evolving strength presents an opportunity for him to make an immediate impact at either tackle position.
Prediction: Ole Miss
Little initially expected to follow former Allen High School teammate Kyler Murray to Texas A&M, pledging to the Aggies before his junior season. Instead, he reopened a widespread recruitment this summer.
It's been a busy fall for the blue-chip bookend, with trips to Auburn, Georgia, LSU and Alabama. He postponed a late October announcement and will visit Ole Miss in January, according to Bleacher Report's Damon Sayles, putting the Rebels in prime position to add a potential elite protector for Elite 11 MVP quarterback Shea Patterson.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 4:07 am to TideSaint
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Nigel Warrior has been rumored to have Alabama as his favorite school, but he squashed that speculation on Thursday.
Warrior, a 4-star safety from Peachtree Ridge High School (Suwanne, Ga.), thinks the rumors of him favoring Alabama stems from his numerous visits to see the Crimson Tide..
“That’s just all talk,” Warrior told SEC Country. “I’ve seen them play against really good teams, and I’ve liked what I have seen.”
The son of former NFL All-Pro and Tennessee Volunteers star Dale Carter said the six schools that he is strongly considering — Alabama, Tennessee, LSU, UGA, Florida and Ohio State — are all on equal ground.
“I do not have a favorite right now,” Warrior said. “Everybody is the same. Everything is neutral. Probably by the end of the season, I will have a team that I will really like.”
Ohio State is getting the first chance to impress the nation’s No. 3 safety. He will go on his first official visit this weekend for the Buckeyes’ game against Michigan State.
“Once I get up to (Columbus, Ohio), I am looking forward to seeing what it’s like being a football player there,” he said. “I want to know what their daily schedule looks like and see how the coaches coach.”
That’s the only official visit Warrior has set up as of now. He knows he wants to take one to Alabama and LSU. The other two official visits remain open.
Warrior will make his commitment on National Signing Day.
He is rated as the state of Georgia’s No. 4 overall prospect.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 8:36 am to TideSaint
One of the Florida 247 mods CB'd Mack Wilson to Florida yesterday.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 10:43 am to TideSaint
Dylan Moses might be a legitimate possibility. He was tweeting about the Bama/CSU game on Friday
Loves him some bama
Loves him some bama
Posted on 11/22/15 at 11:15 am to Riseupfromtherubble
His dad seems to be coming around to the idea as well. I think Dylan wants to, but his dad is still holding out for LSU
Posted on 11/22/15 at 11:45 am to TideSaint
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One of the Florida 247 mods CB'd Mack Wilson to Florida yesterday.
Bless their hearts.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 4:12 pm to Bama3714
Any chance the turmoil in BR causes Rashard Lawrence to look elsewhere?
Posted on 11/22/15 at 4:23 pm to chattabama
We're VERY strongly in the mix for Lawrence (much more than publicly stated) as is. I'm sure it would benefit us.
Dylan Moses would also be an interesting one to lookout for.
I would expect there to actually be some legs to the Jimbo rumors, as he isn't enamored with the FSU admin. Otherwise, the move wouldn't make much sense, but I've heard he'd look to move for the right job.
This could be an absolutely CRAZY January with all of the potential job openings. I wouldn't be surprised if we signed a couple top guys that we haven't even been rumored to be heavily involved with yet because of that.
Dylan Moses would also be an interesting one to lookout for.
I would expect there to actually be some legs to the Jimbo rumors, as he isn't enamored with the FSU admin. Otherwise, the move wouldn't make much sense, but I've heard he'd look to move for the right job.
This could be an absolutely CRAZY January with all of the potential job openings. I wouldn't be surprised if we signed a couple top guys that we haven't even been rumored to be heavily involved with yet because of that.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 4:35 pm to Bama3714
I should also add that Cristobal is still telling friends he absolutely WILL NOT take the Miami job as long as the current administration is in place there.
It's very likely he'll be back in T-town coaching up Charles Baldwin and Jonah Williams and co. next year. He's quite content where he is.
It's very likely he'll be back in T-town coaching up Charles Baldwin and Jonah Williams and co. next year. He's quite content where he is.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 6:16 pm to Riseupfromtherubble
Always felt Dylan loves Alabama somewhat like Fournette but just too much in state connection to come here. A coaching change may definitely effect his choice,might depend on who the new coach is.
Posted on 11/22/15 at 9:06 pm to My2Bits
I think our chance with Moses is better than it was with Lf
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