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Posted on 6/8/15 at 2:54 pm
Posted on 6/8/15 at 2:54 pm
Kentucky produces the least amount of homegrown talent in the SEC. Recently, however, there have been a few notable exceptions to this truism.
In 2013, 4* DE/OLB Jason Hatcher flipped from USCw to UK on signing day. WR Ryan Timmons saw some interest late in the cycle from Ohio State and Florida.
In 2014, 4* QB Drew Barker drew some attention from SCAR and other programs. 4* DT/NG Matt Elam chose from Bama and UK on signing day.
In 2015, of course, Bama stole away 5* RB Damien Harris. UK did manage to hold on to 4* LB and Army All-American Eli Brown.
2016 may be Kentucky's biggest crop of talented players in quite some time.
4* C/OG Drake Jackson - Kentucky commit
Jackson is a high-floor guy who doesn't necessarily have optimal size. At 6'2 288, his biggest asset is his incredible technique and a nasty streak on the field. Has been a top performer at every camp he has attended
4* OT Landon Young - Kentucky commit
Young is blowing up right now on the recruiting scene. Recent offers from Auburn and Ohio State came after impressive camp performances. At 6'7 295, he's prototypical. He committed to UK back in 2014.
4* LB Kash Daniel - Kentucky, SCAR, Lousville, (Florida)
Daniel went to the Charlotte Rivals camp and was really impressive. At 6'3 230, he's got size and plenty of athleticism. This guy is not a lock for UK and, pending a Florida offer, is looking to commit in August.
3* CB Davonte Robinson - Kentucky commit
Robinson is a virtually unknown track guy with very impressive speed. He added a Notre Dame offer after committing to Kentucky and would have many, many more if he were going to any regional camps.
3* WR Zy'Aire Hughes - Kentucky commit
Hughes plays QB and part-time WR for his high school team. He's a good athlete but will need some work at WR to really shine. At 6'1 180, he can play outside or in the slot.
3* WR Keion Wakefield - Kentucky, Cincinnati, Indiana
Wakefield is apparently still a take. At 5'10 170, he's a pure slot guy but has a lot of speed and is very polished in his route-running. He's been adamant about waiting for his "dream" offers from Oregon or Alabama, but neither seem to be forthcoming. Although he's got talent, he could easily be left without a spot at UK if another target pulls the trigger first (i.e., Eddie McDoom).
3 4* players in the state of Kentucky at one time is virtually unheard of.
In 2013, 4* DE/OLB Jason Hatcher flipped from USCw to UK on signing day. WR Ryan Timmons saw some interest late in the cycle from Ohio State and Florida.
In 2014, 4* QB Drew Barker drew some attention from SCAR and other programs. 4* DT/NG Matt Elam chose from Bama and UK on signing day.
In 2015, of course, Bama stole away 5* RB Damien Harris. UK did manage to hold on to 4* LB and Army All-American Eli Brown.
2016 may be Kentucky's biggest crop of talented players in quite some time.
4* C/OG Drake Jackson - Kentucky commit
Jackson is a high-floor guy who doesn't necessarily have optimal size. At 6'2 288, his biggest asset is his incredible technique and a nasty streak on the field. Has been a top performer at every camp he has attended
4* OT Landon Young - Kentucky commit
Young is blowing up right now on the recruiting scene. Recent offers from Auburn and Ohio State came after impressive camp performances. At 6'7 295, he's prototypical. He committed to UK back in 2014.
4* LB Kash Daniel - Kentucky, SCAR, Lousville, (Florida)
Daniel went to the Charlotte Rivals camp and was really impressive. At 6'3 230, he's got size and plenty of athleticism. This guy is not a lock for UK and, pending a Florida offer, is looking to commit in August.
3* CB Davonte Robinson - Kentucky commit
Robinson is a virtually unknown track guy with very impressive speed. He added a Notre Dame offer after committing to Kentucky and would have many, many more if he were going to any regional camps.
3* WR Zy'Aire Hughes - Kentucky commit
Hughes plays QB and part-time WR for his high school team. He's a good athlete but will need some work at WR to really shine. At 6'1 180, he can play outside or in the slot.
3* WR Keion Wakefield - Kentucky, Cincinnati, Indiana
Wakefield is apparently still a take. At 5'10 170, he's a pure slot guy but has a lot of speed and is very polished in his route-running. He's been adamant about waiting for his "dream" offers from Oregon or Alabama, but neither seem to be forthcoming. Although he's got talent, he could easily be left without a spot at UK if another target pulls the trigger first (i.e., Eddie McDoom).
3 4* players in the state of Kentucky at one time is virtually unheard of.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 2:59 pm to JDHLaw
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3 4* players in the state of Kentucky at one time is virtually unheard of.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 3:01 pm to JDHLaw
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3 4* players in the state of Kentucky at one time is virtually unheard of.
Except in 2013 when you guys only landed one of the five.
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and 2011 when you landed 1 of the 3.
and 2008 when you landed 2 of the 3
and 2005 when you landed 0 of the 3
This post was edited on 6/8/15 at 3:05 pm
Posted on 6/8/15 at 3:15 pm to JDHLaw
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In 2015, of course, Bama stole away 5* RB Damien Harris.
The official, Know your place in recruiting statement.
If only this were basketball.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 3:52 pm to Porter Osborne Jr
In 05, OL Zirbel (Mich), DT McKinney (Mich), DE Heyman (UL)
In 08, WR Boyd (UK), DT Newman (ND)
In 11, LB Dawson (USCw), QB Smith (UCF)
In 13, WR Quick (UL), OL Biven (ND), DE Hatcher (UK)
Which site are you using that shows 5 in 2013? Neither 247 or Rivals shows that many.
And the point still stands, the fact that Kentucky produces 3 4* players in the same class three times in 10 years means its a pretty rare occurrence.
As you pointed out, Kentucky is doing a better job recently (outside of Harris) of keeping in-state players in the state.
In 08, WR Boyd (UK), DT Newman (ND)
In 11, LB Dawson (USCw), QB Smith (UCF)
In 13, WR Quick (UL), OL Biven (ND), DE Hatcher (UK)
Which site are you using that shows 5 in 2013? Neither 247 or Rivals shows that many.
And the point still stands, the fact that Kentucky produces 3 4* players in the same class three times in 10 years means its a pretty rare occurrence.
As you pointed out, Kentucky is doing a better job recently (outside of Harris) of keeping in-state players in the state.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 5:14 pm to Prettyboy Floyd
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In 2015, of course, Bama stole away 5* RB Damien Harris.
The official, Know your place in recruiting statement.
If only this were basketball.
I willingly admit that Harris being at Bama annoyed me when I read it (again, in a magazine) the other day. I'm still a little rustled.
This post was edited on 6/8/15 at 5:15 pm
Posted on 6/8/15 at 6:14 pm to Prettyboy Floyd
They were pissed over Harris. The basketball analogy didn't seem to help at the time. Even considering Kentucky had recently taken some top basketball talent out of Alabama.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 6:59 pm to CapstoneGrad06
My issue wasn't with Harris going to Bama itself. It was when he dropped the "I've known for weeks" line but played Stoops and Co. pretty hard right up to his commitment as he hadn't.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 7:01 pm to JDHLaw
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4* C/OG Drake Jackson - Kentucky commit
Pretty excited for this kid too. We need a good anchor on that line and from all accounts he can be that.
Posted on 6/8/15 at 7:44 pm to JDHLaw
Thread title sounds like the list of names Queen Elizabeth II is about to knight and induct into the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire.
I love it.
I love it.
Posted on 6/9/15 at 7:38 am to Prof
Not mutually exclusive.
Posted on 6/9/15 at 7:43 am to JDHLaw
FWIW, Bama coaches are pretty high on Landon Young. They might shut it down if able to flip Greg Little. But if not, Young and Jauan Williams are good bets for Bama to go after hard. I know Cristobal supposedly is real high on Young.
Posted on 6/9/15 at 12:03 pm to Bama3714
While I would much prefer they didn't turn up the heat, I think we can hang on to Young. He's a lexington kid and has been committed since like his freshman year or something. Not saying Bama couldn't do it, just saying it'd be an uphill battle.
Posted on 6/9/15 at 8:38 pm to LegendOfCobb
Young just announced on Twitter that he is 100% solid to Kentucky and won't be taking any more visits.
Big, big recruiting win for Coach Stoops.
It should also help with 2017 OT Jedrick Wills who has been blowing up the Rivals circuit this summer. Wills is Young's teammate at Lafayette.
Might also have some impact on Kash Daniel.
Big, big recruiting win for Coach Stoops.
It should also help with 2017 OT Jedrick Wills who has been blowing up the Rivals circuit this summer. Wills is Young's teammate at Lafayette.
Might also have some impact on Kash Daniel.
Posted on 6/10/15 at 7:15 am to JDHLaw
Both Young and Jackson put out some pretty strong statements yesterday. Would LOVE to add Kash and Wills.
As an aside, I think I accidentally found you on Twitter due to KSR's post about Landon/FFA.
As an aside, I think I accidentally found you on Twitter due to KSR's post about Landon/FFA.
This post was edited on 6/10/15 at 7:51 am
Posted on 6/10/15 at 8:35 am to LegendOfCobb
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As an aside, I think I accidentally found you on Twitter due to KSR's post about Landon/FFA.
Yikes, I'm not a big KSR fan so I didn't even realize that it was posted there.
Posted on 6/10/15 at 8:40 am to JDHLaw
Wake up Matt Jones; Cease and Desist letter, COMIN IN HOT.
Posted on 6/10/15 at 10:56 am to JDHLaw
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In 05, OL Zirbel (Mich)
That boy was a Hoss. He was in my region and a grade ahead of me. I've always felt Tilghman, Mayfield, and Murray are under recruited. Just too far away from most schools to get noticed.
This post was edited on 6/10/15 at 10:58 am
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