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STEPHAN TAYLOR, RB, 5-11, 200, 4.4, MANSFIELD, TEXAS
Stephan has offers from Notre Dame, Notre Dame, TCU, Texas A&M, Nebraska, Kansas, Stanford, Arizona, Houston, Louisville and Wisconsin.
“Coach Beck (Nebraska) offered me over the phone but not a written letter.” said Taylor, “Coach Beck said they sent it in the mail but I didn’t get it. I haven’t had a chance to get back to them about it.”
“I’m interested in Nebraska. I would like to make it up there this summer.” he said
“Texas A&M Junior Day’s were nice.” said Taylor, “I liked the campus, the coaches are pretty cool. A&M coaches told me I could play early if I’m ready, if not I would have to redshirt. ”
“The coaches (Texas A&M), said I’m a pounder running back.”
“TCU (Junior Day’s) was a nice it’s close to home. It was OK.” said Taylor.
“Notre Dame told me they like me a lot. Notre Dame coaches said they are taking two running backs and it’s who ever commits first.” he said.
“Stanford is a good education. I don’t know much about them. I will probably visit them to see what it is like. Stanford sends me letters every day.” said Taylor
“I will probably visit Florida.” he said, “I see them on TV. I would like to check them out.”
“Minnesota sends running backs in the NFL. I get a lot of mail from them. I’m going to try to make it up there.”
“I don’t have any favorites right now. I would like to visit Stanford, Minnesota and Florida for now.”
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CHRIS COYLE, WR/DE, 6-3, 20, 4.64, WEST LAKE VILLAGE (OAKS CHRISTIAN), CA.
Chris has offers from Boise State and Army and is receiving letters from UCLA, Oregon, Oregon State, Arizona, Arizona State.
“I’ve been to UCLA’s spring game and a practice.” said Coyle, “UCLA wants me to come to summer camp (one day). They want to work on my blocking in camp. That should decide if I will get a scholarship or not. I feel I have a good chance to get one.”
“I have the ability to go against the best. This is a good chance to see what I can do in person.” he said
“Boise State was my first offer. I like Boise it’s a nice area.” said Coyle, “The weather is a little extreme there. It’s not hot like California.”
“I went to Boise last year with a friend of mine (Chris Potter) who signed with them last year.”
“I went to Arizona two weeks ago, they are not sure if they will offer me or not. I will sign up for Arizona’s summer camp. Tucson (Arizona) is a big school a lot bigger than Boise State”
“We made it to Tempe (Arizona State) before the Tucson visit.” said Coyle, “Tempe is a nice area. It’s surrounded by bigger cities. It’s not in the middle of nowhere.”
”It was nice to get the Army offer. Both of my parents are military. My mother was in the Navy and my dad was in the Army. The offer just came out of the blue.”
Tom has offers from Nebraska, Texas Tech, Washington State, TCU and Houston.
“Nebraska spring game was a nice time. It was amazing. It (the game) was a sell out more than 80,000 fans.” said Ash
“I really like the (Nebraska) weight room all of the equipment is spread out. Most college it’s a bunched together. Carl Pelini is recruiting me he’s a good guy.” he said
“TCU is a good school it’s close to home, 45 minute drive.” said Ash, “It’s a private school the classes are not big. TCU is in the process of building new facilities. Right now a meeting room is being built.”
“I’m flying to Washington State with my dad this summer.” he said, “My dad works for American Airlines, so traveling isn’t so bad. I don’t know much about them yet. My coach knows the Washington State coaches and they want me to come up there for a visit. We had a player that went to Washington State four years ago.”
“We (my dad and I) are fling to Michigan in two weeks.” said Ash, “Michigan coach came to our school and invited me to a coaches barbeque May 17. I don’t know if Michigan will offer I hope so.”
When asked if Michigan offers would they be your top school.
“Not really, distance would not be a factor with my dad working for American Airlines.”
“My dad and I drove to Norman (Oklahoma) late February and talked to Coach Patton.” He said, “Coach Patton said he takes his time offering offensive linemen, he wants to get to know them better, wants an OU fit.”
“Most schools are recruiting me as a offensive tackle because I have long arms and I’m spread out.”
“I don’t know if I will make it to any summer camps yet. I plan on making a decision in September or October. I want to make a few visits.”
Maalik has offers from Nebraska, Connecticut, Toledo, Wisconsin and West Virginia.
“I just got a letter from Nebraska saying that they offered me a scholarship.” said Bomar, “They want me to visit them this summer, I probably not because it’s so far away.”
“I haven’t contacted Nebraska yet. I’m not sure if I would visit them or not.” he said, “Distance is not a factor, I don’t want to stay too close or too far away.”
“Wisconsin wants me as a linebacker.” said Bomar, “They want me to make the summer camp, that’s a possible. I get letters from Wisconsin every once in awhile. I call the coaches for now.”
“I’m going to Ohio State’s summer camp to see if the coaches like me.” he said, “Right now Ohio State just like Michigan they send me letters.”
“I like West Virginia they won their bowl game last year. They are a good school.” said Bomar, “West Virginia wants me to make the June 29th camp I’m going to try to do that.”
“My coach sends out film to other schools all the time to see if I will get some more offers.”
DWAYNE DIFTON, WR, FT. LAUDERDALE (ST. THOMAS AQUINAS), FL
Dwayne has offers from South Florida, Syracuse and Troy.
“I committed to South Florida before and then decommitted.” said Difton, “I jumped the gun and committed early. My family told me I should wait. I told the South Florida coaches about me decommitting and they understood.”
“I do like South Florida, they have a great program.” he said, “They play five wide air the ball out. I’ve been to 7 on 7 camp in Tampa (South Florida) this year and it was good. I’ve seen everything and it was great.”
“Auburn plays five wides, they signed two players from my school.” said Difton, “I like the coaches at Auburn. When the Auburn coaches found out that I decommitted from South Florida, they started to recruit me harder. Auburn and Boston College said they will offer me in two weeks.”
“Virginia said they will send me a handwritten offer in two weeks.” he said, “They want to wait when I take the SAT test May 1.”
“I don’t know much about Syracuse.” said Difton, “They just said I could play my freshman year and I was a great receiver. Syracuse signed two players from our school this year and two more might go next year.”
“I will probably commit at the end of the football season, my family doesn’t want me to commit early.”
TYRONE SELLERS, 6-3, 220, 4.57, TE/DE, MC COOK, NEB
“I went to the Nebraska spring game and was on the sidelines near Coach John Papuchis.” said Sellers, “He would talk to me now and then. Coach Papuchis told me (after the game) they wanted me in camp before they make an offer. It sounded to me that they (Nebraska) would offer me at camp.”
“I probably will not commit to them (Nebraska) on the spot. I’m wide open right now. I want to give everyone an equal chance and would like to take a few official visits.”
“I went to Kansas summer camp last year and really liked it.” he said, “They taught me some techniques at camp, some are like what we do here.”
“I like the coaching staff at Kansas, it’s a great staff, they are a team on a rise. I’ll probably make it to Kansas and check it out the end of May.”
“Kansas has great facilities. They built buildings just for football a new weight room.”
“I know some players who play at Kansas State, so if I go there they can show me around.” said Sellers, “Last year I saw Kansas State play San Jose State and went to their camp.”
“Iowa just offered me.” He said, “Iowa coaches said they will be here (Mc Cook) in two weeks. I don’t know much about them. I’m going to try to make a game at Iowa.”
“Iowa coaches said they want me as a stand up and play the weak side. They want an outside rush.”
Tyrone added that Kansas State is recruiting Tyrone as a Tight End, Nebraska and Kansas as a defensive end. Wyoming and Iowa as a outside linebacker.
TOM VONASHEK, OL, 6-8, 275, 5.1, BRUNSWICK (GLYNN ACADEMY), GA
Tom has no offers but is receiving mail from Clemson, South Carolina, Georgia Tech, Georgia and Central Florida.
“This summer I’m visiting South Carolina and Clemson with my family.” said Vonashek
“I went to one of South Carolina’s spring practice and got to know Coach Hunt. We e-mail each other all the time. They do a lot of individual work with the lineman more than high school.”
“South Carolina losses both tackles this year and need to sign two this year. Hopefully they will offer me later.”
“South Carolina (Columbia) is a nice town it’s diffently a college town with all the little restaurants.” he said. I know a couple kids who played for South Carolina and they said it’s a nice place to go.”
“I would like to play for Coach Spurrier how could you go wrong.” said Vonashek, “South Carolina is changing their offense to the Run and Gun next year. It’s the same offense Spurrier ran at Florida.”
“I get a lot of letters from the South Carolina coaches. I’ve just sent them film. South Carolina and Clemson is supposed to be at my spring practice.”
“Last year I went to the Clemson and Boston College game at home. They (Clemson) lost the game but it was a nice atmosphere. I liked Clemson’s weight room it was one of the nice ones I’ve seen.” he said.
“Clemson is a smaller campus than South Carolina. The campus makes up the town (Clemson). Everybody would know you.” said Vonashek.
“All schools told me I need to bulk up. My playing weight will be at 305 by fall. I play basketball and it made me trim down. I will get bigger.”
D J has no offers but has heard from Arkansas, Tennessee, Michigan, Marshall, Kentucky, Alabama and Auburn.
“Auburn is my favorite school. They have a great coaching staff and facilities.” said Parker, “I’ve been to Auburn several times. I saw them play Alabama last year.”
“Auburn sends me letters about everyday they are recruiting me the hardest.” he said, “Auburn saw me on film the past two years from recruiting other players on our team. They have talked to my counselors and coaches about me. There is a good possibility they (Auburn) will offer me.”
“Auburn coaches said they will be up for spring ball that starts May 5.” said Parker, “
“I played linebacker in high school, colleges are recruiting me as a strong safety.” he said, “I did play strong safety my sophomore year and liked it better. I was moved to linebacker my junior year because they needed someone there.”
“Alabama said they will make it up to see me this spring too. I don’t know much about them, but I will be there (Alabama) for summer camp.”
JEFF CRISSMAN, WR, 6-1, 186, 4.5, HUNTINGTON BEACH (EDISON), CALIFORNIA
Has received letters from UCLA, Oregon, Arizona State, Washington, Washington State, San Diego State, Utah.
“I liked San Diego State (Junior Day’s)” , said Crissman, “They have great facilities and it’s a great atmosphere. Close to home.”
“UCLA is my favorite school. I grew up a fan of UCLA. I love the coaching staff there and location. UCLA coaching staff is amazing.” he said, “The academics is also very good.”
“I’ve been to UCLA games in the past. This year I’ve been to some spring practices and I’m going to their (UCLA) spring game April 26.” said Crissman.
“UCLA coaches said I’m good in the slot, I have good hands and I know how to get open. I’m a smart football player.”
“I’m going to the Arizona State summer camp, I don’t know much about them, I do like the Phoenix area.” he said, “The same with Washington I don’t know much about them either. They signed a couple of players from our high school two years ago.”
“All schools told me I need to attend summer camp to be considered for an offer.” said Crissman, “I think I will get some (offers).”
Jeff said he will attend UCLA, Arizona State, Oregon, San Diego State summer camps. A fifth camp will be either Washington or Washington State. Jeff also said he will make it to the NIKE camp this summer at Stanford and the Under Armour camp in Los Angeles.
Brooks has no offers but is hearing from Auburn, Mississippi State, Mississippi, LSU, Duke, Houston, Arkansas, Kentucky and Illinois.
Brooks has already been to Junior Day’s to Auburn, Mississippi and Mississippi State. Later this month Brooks will attend Arkansas’s Junior Day’s.
“I’ve been a fan of Auburn since I grew up.” said Johnson, “Last year they invited me to the New Mexico State game. I’ve been to other Auburn games with my family.”
“I’m going summer camp and have a one on one work out with Coach Dunn. Then I will know if I will be offered or not. Auburn coaches say I have good body control.” he said.
“I love Mississippi’s facilities.” said Johnson, “They are awesome and the campus is beautiful. The campus is small where all the building is close together. It would take no longer than 15 minutes to class.”
“They (Ole Miss) have a lot of new buildings. They have a new football office and weight room.”
“Mississippi State showed the most interest in me.” said Johnson If anybody offers me its Mississippi State. At Junior Day’s Mississippi State’s TE coach told me I need to gain weight to get an offer. At that time I weighed 215 pounds I’m up to 230 now.”
Johnson added that he will attend MSU’s summer camp hopeful of an offer.
“I haven’t been there (Kentucky) yet.” he said, “I don’t know much about them. I’m going down there for the spring game.”
Johnson said he will make the Nike camps at LSU (4/27) and Alabama (5/3).
DAVID AKER, WR, 6-3, 190, 4.6, ARLINGTON (LAMAR), TEXAS
David has no offers yet but is hearing from Florida, Michigan State, Iowa State, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas A&M, SMU, Wisconsin and Colorado.
“I will be taking the SAT this Saturday. Once I get the test score back, I should get some offers.” said Aker.
“I don’t know much about Nebraska but I’m going up there with my mom and dad for their Junior Day’s, which is the same day as the spring game.” said Aker”
“I’m a receiver and I know them (Nebraska) passes the ball.” he said, “Nebraska sends me lots of stuff, pictures of their facilities. I did get some handwritten letters from them too.”
“I’m looking for a school where I feel hominess and want a good education.”
“My mother went to SMU. I have a friend who plays there now and he likes it a lot.” said Aker, “SMU is a private school, very good education.”
“June Jones (SMU) is a great coach and it would be a nice school for me.”
“My brother goes to Texas A&M and my uncle went there to.” said Aker, “I like A&M the campus has a nice set up. I went to the A&M and Texas game last tear. They (A&M) have a nice weight room. I met some of the players and coaches there.”
“I would like to stay close to home, but I would leave state. I don’t want to play where it is cold.” he said.
MIKE DAVIS, DL/LB, 6-2, 250, 4.76, GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Mike has no offers yet but North Carolina State and Michigan are close. Mike is also hearing from South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Colorado and Vanderbilt.
“North Carolina State Junior Day’s was fun.” said Davis, “Coach Jim Bridge the tight end coach is a cool guy. I like him a lot.”
“North Carolina State coaches say I’m very athletic for my size, I have great jumping ability.” he said.
“Michigan coaches said they are close to offering me but they want to see more film.” said Davis, “Michigan knew about me last year when they recruited a player from Greenville.”
“Michigan said they might try me at linebacker first because of my size, but I could play defensive tackle. They want me to visit them for the spring game April 12. I might go with a teammate of mine.” said Davis.
“Michigan is big time they put a lot of Linemen in the NFL.”
“Colorado is big time football, they said I could play early there.” he said, “They want me to come down for the spring game but I’m undecided about it. I just sent Colorado my highlight tape they might offer me later.”
“I want to leave South Carolina playing at North Carolina State is good. I like Alabama and Tennessee but I haven’t heard from them.”
JARED HESTON, OLB/FB, 6-1, 235, 4.5, COEUR D ALENE (LAKE CITY), ID
Jared has no offers but is hearing from Boise State, Idaho, Oregon State, Illinois and Washington state.
“I liked Boise State Junior Day’s a lot.” said Heston, “I liked the coaches and players. The players seemed liked one big family.”
“Boise State coaches might offer me, they want me to come to the summer camp and talk to me one on one to see what the situation is.” he said.
“Our high school goes to Idaho camp every year. Idaho coaches like me on film, but I’m not sure if they will offer me later.”
“Illinois sent me four letters introducing the staff.” said Heston, “I just sent them a tape recently. If they contact I might visit them, they (Illinois) are a long ways away.”
“Oregon State invited me to the Nike combine May 17, I’m not sure if I will make it there. It’s up in the air.”
CHRISTOPHER SESSON, FB, 5-11, 210, 4.6, CHICAGO (ROBESON), ILLINOIS
Christopher has no offers but is receiving mail from Vanderbilt, Kansas State, Minnesota, Northern Illinois, Colorado State and Kentucky.
“I was invited to Northern Illinois Junior Day’s April 18th.” said Sesson, “I don’t know too much about them. It’s close to home only a 45 minute drive.”
“Minnesota is close to offering.” he said, “Last year they signed two players from our school. I plan on making Minnesota’s summer camp.”
“I like Minnesota it’s a good school and program.”
“Colorado State sends me lots of mail.” said Sesson, “I probably won’t make it there, I would like to play closer to home.”
ERIC WILLIAMS, RB/SAF, 6-1, 195, 4.48, INDIANAPOLIS (WARREN CENTRAL), IN
Northern Illinois is the only school to offer Eric but Indiana said they are close. Illinois, Ohio State, Iowa, Nebraska, Michigan, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Notre Dame and Alabama are sending Eric letters.
“Indiana coaches have been bugging my coach to send them a highlight tape before I make it there this summer.” said Williams, “I’ve been to Indiana before and they have nice facilities. Coach Lynch and his staff are good people.”
“Iowa said they will offer once I get my test score up.” He said, “Iowa coaches said I’m a top 20 player in the Midwest. I plan on making the Iowa’s spring game. They (Iowa Coaches) like my versatility and feet. ”
“Iowa City is a wonderful city, I like the environment there it’s like home.”
“I have about six or seven shoe boxes full of letters.” said Williams, “I have one box (of letters) from Nebraska and two from Indiana and Iowa.”
“Nebraska sent me six or seven letters last week. I got some handwritten letters from Coach Pelini. I’m very much interested in Nebraska I will be there this summer’s camp. Nebraska has great tradition, Bowl games. The coaching staff is impressive”
DEON LONG, WR, 6-1, 180, 4.5, WASHINGTON DC (DUNBAR)
Deon has offers from Michigan State, Duke, and West Virginia.
“North Carolina State Junior Day’s was good they have great facilities.” said Long, “The coaches didn’t offer me but they might later.”
“I like Michigan State.” he said, “The Big 10 has a lot of competition. I’m going to try to make it up there this year.”
“West Virginia offered me and they send me letters now and then.”
“I’ve been to Duke before.” Said Long, “I call the coaches two or three times a week. I like Duke’s staff; it’s a good school and program. I like the girls at Duke they’re good looking.”
JEFF BURKE, WR, 6-1, 195, 4.5, LAKELAND (ST. EDWARDS), OHIO
Jeff has no offers but is hearing from Notre Dame, Princeton, Miami, Michigan, Indiana and Connecticut.
“I like Cincinnati, the location.” said Burke, The program is on the rise and since D. J. Woods is there the Wide Receivers should be solid.”
“Cincinnati was the first to express interest in me. The coaches like my effort on every play and I’m a good student.”
“Our high schools team played Moeller last year at UC.” He said, “I love the campus there. They have a good business and engineering school.”
Jeff added that he will send out a highlight tape to Cincinnati this week and will attend their Junior Day’s and summer camp.
“I like Indiana’s tradition.” said Burke, “One of my friends played at Indiana and liked it. I’ll probably go to their Junior Day’s and a spring practice.”
“Miami sent me a couple of letters just general stuff. They invited me to their summer camp. I probably will not make it there unless they offer.”
Okakpu has no offers but is hearing from Clemson, Michigan State, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Iowa State and Kentucky.
“North Carolina is my favorite schools my brother Ebele signed with them last year.” said Okakpu, “My parents would like me to play for the same school.”
“I went to North Carolina last year when my brother visited them. I really liked the campus there.” he said.
“I like the coaches at North Carolina Butch Davis is a good guy. He sends me letters to my school now and then.”
Okakpu said he didn’t know if he will attend North Carolina’s Junior Day’s, but he might make it to their summer camp.
“I’ve always liked Florida since I was a kid they are always ranked and are good. Florida is close to home.” he said.
“I just received a letter from Iowa State not too long ago. They want me to come up for Junior Day’s in April. I’m not sure if I will or not.” said Okakpu
Okakpu said he visited Clemson with his brother last year and liked the school, but he didn’t think he would go there. It’s in the middle of nowhere.
ISSAC KINLEY, CB, 5-10, 185, 4.6, JOHNSON CITY (SCIENCE HILL), TENNESSEE
Issac has no offers but is hearing from Louisville, Yale, Princeton, Penn and Nebraska-Omaha
“I’ve been to Louisville last year to see two games and really liked the atmosphere.” said Kinley, “Louisville sends me letters about every week. I’m going to their Junior Day’s April 8. Louisville will probably be the only Junior Day’s I’ll make.”
“Nebraska-Omaha really likes me, there is a good chance they will offer me,” he said, A teammate of mine played for them (UNO). I probably will make it to Omaha sometime this summer.”
“Yale likes my highlight tape, they are a great academic school.”
MATT TUCKER, SAF, 6-1, 190, 4.5, AURORA (GRANDVIEW), COLORADO
Matt has no offers but is hearing from Colorado State, Wisconsin, Arizona State and Nebraska.
“I sent a letter to Nebraska and they replied back saying that received it. I hope to hear from them later.” said Tucker
“I have family that lives in Arizona and I’m going to Arizona State’s Junior Day’s next month.” he said, “I call the Arizona State coaches a couple times a week. I have a good relationship with them. I’m not sure if they offer me or not.”
“Arizona State coaches told me I’m a top prospect in the area and at my position.”
“I like Colorado State its close to home said Tucker, “I went to their (CSU) underclassmen combine last summer.”
“I saw the Colorado State and Colorado game in Denver last year, I really liked the atmosphere.”
TYLER STOCKTON, DL, 6-1, 290, 4.9, PRINCETON (THE HUN SCHOOL), NEW JERSEY
Tyler has offers from Penn State, Syracuse, Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt, Villanova and West Virginia.
“I liked Penn State Junior Day’s it was a lot of fun, I met Coach Joe Paterno and Coach Johnson.” said Stockton, “Meeting Joe I was a little nervous for awhile. He just asked me how I like my visit.”
“Coach Johnson told me I was their (PSU) first defensive line offer. Johnson said I remind him of Anthony Adams who know plays with the Chicago Bears. He (Johnson) likes my quickness and explosiveness.” he said
“Penn State has a big stadium I went to the Penn State and Michigan State game last year. The fans are crazy more than 110,000!
“Last year I went to North Carolina’s summer camp. Coach John Blake’s drills have lots of intensity. North Carolina has not offered me yet, but they might later.”
“My dad and I went to North Carolina not too long ago, just for the day.” said Stockton, “We met all the coaches. Butch Davis is a good guy.”
“I met Marvin Austin and he just talked to me about the recruiting process.” said while he was at North Carolina.”
“I’m not leading to nay school right now; I would like to take all five recruiting visits. Distance is not a factor where I go.” he said.
Has no offers but is receiving mail from Rice, SMU, Kansas, Virginai, Florida, Iowa State, Notre Dame, Nebraska, Kansas State, Army, Air Force and Houston. Colby has already been to Junior Day’s to Kansas and Houston. Two other Junior Day’s set to Rice (3/29) and SMU (4/5).
“Kansas Junior Day’s was very good.” said Goodwin, “The people there are real nice and it’s a small town (Lawrence) atmosphere which I like. Kansas is my favorite school. Kansas has spent 15 million dollars in new facilities; they built a new weight room and meeting rooms.”
“Kansas didn’t offer me yet, but my high schools coach told me they might. I’m going to Kansas summer camp too.”
“Houston is building some news buildings too.” he said, “I don’t know too much about them until I get there. I know Houston is a good academic school. My doctor put my name out there (Rice).”
“My mom and dad are going with me to Houston’s Junior Day’s. The Houston coaches might me when I get there. The Houston tight ends coach put three in the NFL.”
“Nebraska just sends me letters.” said Goodwin. “The last one was about two weeks ago. Nebraska coaches did send me some camp information.”
JONATHAN BILLUPS, OL, 6-0, 325, 5.4, PICAYUNE, MISSISSIPPI
“I went to Auburn Junior Day’s last week and their summer camp last year.” said Billups”
“Coach Dunn told me last summer I needed to loose about 30 pounds and they would consider me. When I went to their (Auburn) Junior Day’s the coaches didn’t even recognize me. I lost about 35 pounds since then. he said”
“Coach Dunn sounded like they might offer me now, but I have to wait and see. Its in God’s hands now.”
“I’ve been to some Auburn games last year and really liked it.” said Billups.
“Mississippi State sent me two or three letters nothing consistent.” he said, “The letters are mostly about academics.”
Billups added that Army and Alabama have been sending letters that they are keeping an eye on him. Billups also said he will attend Auburn, Alabama and Florida’s summer camps.
WARREN SMITH, HB, 6-0, 195, 4.5, PHENIX CITY (CENTRAL), ALABAMA
“I just cam back from Auburn’s Junior Day’s, it was alright I know a lot about Auburn as it is. Nothing was new to me.” said Smith, “Auburn did send me a written offer, I’m kind of leaning towards them, but I want to wait to see what other offers I get. I do want to play in the south.”
“I’ve been to several Auburn games I like the game day atmosphere. The people make me feel like home.”
“I went to Georgia Tech’s Junior Day’s two weeks ago and it was great.” he said, “They gave me a verbal offer and they (Georgia Tech) told me your not to worry about a written one.”
“I like the coaches and players at Georgia Tech. The coaches told me I have good speed, fearless and physical.”
“I like the campus a lot at Georgia Tech.” said Smith, “They have a lot of top notch buildings, best of the best. Their labs are very nice.”
Smith added that he will attend Vanderbilt’s Junior Day’s next month. He didn’t know much about Vanderbilt other than the academics are very good.
ROSS METHENY, QB, 6-3, 190, 4.6, STEPHENS CITY (SHERANDRO), VA
Ross has no offers yet but is hearing from Virginia, Maryland, UCONN, Boston College, Auburn and Georgia.
“I like Maryland’s coaching staff I get along with them.” said Metheny, “They run the same offense like at high school, some West Coast and spread. Maryland’s offense is based on timing. I will be at Maryland’s Junior Day’s February 23.”
“Last summer I went to Boston College to see the rain game.” said in reference to the Florida State game that started late because of heavy rains, “I wanted to watch a game and see what it was like in person. There (Boston College) stands are close to the field which makes it loud.”
“Virginia is close to home, it’s just down the road.” he said, “Coach Grobe is a real good coach. Virginia’s academics are second to none. Virginia’s offense is suited what we do in high school. I plan on attending their Junior Day’s February 24.”
“I went to UCONN’s summer camp last year,” said Metheny, It’s just and eight hour drive.”
“UCONN’s program is on the rise, it’s a young team. They have great facilities, a new stadium. UCONN’s coaches say they like how I play, I’m able to move some as a QB.”
Has offers from LSU, Nebraska, Miami, Michigan and Oklahoma
“This weekend I’m going to LSU’s junior days,” said Randle, “LSU is close to home but I’m wide open, I don’t have any favorites.”
“I’ve been to Baton Rouge before it’s a good atmosphere. The coaching staff are good guys.”
“LSU coaches told me I’m the biggest and fastest wide receiver they seen in awhile.” he said, “They also don’t believe in red shirting.”
“Bo Pelini (Nebraska) is recruiting me; he said it would be nice if I could make it down. I don’t know if I will visit them or not. Bo did a good job here (LSU), I’m sure he will do the same at Nebraska” said Randle
“I use to watch Nebraska on TV when Eric Crouch was playing."
“I’ll probably visit Michigan during the season with my parent’s, it’s a big time college.” he said, “Michigan sends a lot of wide receivers to the NFL.”
“I watch Michigan on television. I’m glued to the television on Saturdays and watch a lot of games.”
“I like Alabama.” said Randle, “I might make an unofficial visit there this summer. I went to Alabama’s summer camp last year.”
“I got to watch Alabama practice at the bowl game last year. I’ve talked to Coach Sabin a few times, he’s a good guy.”
Chris has offers from Penn State, Florida, Kentucky, Nebraska, Miami, LSU and North Carolina State.
“Right now I don’t have any favorites.” said Freeman, “I’m going to Penn State (3/1) and Ohio State (3/9) junior days with my dad.”
“I plan on making some unofficial visits this summer, I have it all planned out. I will probably make it to Miami, LSU, Florida and possibly Nebraska.” he said.
“Nebraska was the first one to offer me, Bo Pelini is recruiting me. He is a cool guy and funny. With all the rules it’s hard to talk to them (Nebraska coaches). I get a lot of letters from Nebraska with information about the school.”
“I’m a offensive player but defensive players really know about Bo and what he did at LSU.” said Freeman.
“I called the Florida Offensive line Coach (John Hevesy) a couple of times.” he said, “He’s a real nice guy, my parents have talked to him on the phone and really like him. We first met Coach Hevesy last year at my high school. He told me to give him a call some day.”
“I like Penn State they have a great staff and tradition is very good.” said Freeman, “Penn State coaches said they like my size, I’m quick off the ball and have good feet for my size.”
“Ohio State is my home state I grew up a Buckeye fan. Ohio State has been on me since my Freshman or Sophomore year. Coach Tressel is a very good coach. They are like Penn State, lots of tradition and history.”
“I don’t know much about Miami until I get there,” he said, “I know Miami has a nice environment. Coach Shannon seems like a good guy.”
GABE LYNN, DB, 6-1, 180, 4.4, TULSA (JENKS), OKLAHOMA
Gabe has offers from Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Nebraska, Missouri, North Carolina and Kansas State.
“I’m going to North Carolina Junior Day’s this weekend.” said Lynn, “Coach John Blake is recruiting me, he’s a cool guy.”
“Coach Blake told me that I could play early there, just show up and I will have a spot. Coach Butch Davis and John are both from the Tulsa area.”
“Phillip Dillard (Nebraska) is my bother.” he said, “He just tells me do what is best for me. I do like Nebraska game day atmosphere. The program is pretty cool; it’s all about football there.”
“Nebraska coaches can’t call recruits, I haven’t called the yet.”
“Coach Pelini has been successful every place he has been, Nebraska, Oklahoma and LSU. His defenses are always ranked high.”
“I like Oklahoma, its close to home.” said Lynn, “I grew up hearing about the Sooners, it’s been a part of my life.”
“I call the coaches (Oklahoma) all the time and they are reaching out to me. They tell me things I need to know.”
“I like Oklahoma State, its only a one hour 45 minute drive. I like the staff their too.” said Lynn, “OSU program is coming up, they are getting closer every year.”
“Oklahoma State is spending lots of money on their facilities, stadium and new weight room.”
“I don’t have any favorites right now, I’m wide open.” he said, “I would like to decide before the season starts, but I don’t want to force anything.”
Gabe added that he will attend Nike camp in Texas next month and will camp at Oklahoma and Nebraska this summer.
ZACHARY FRAYSIER, OL, 6-4, 300, 5.0, CANTON (CHEROKEE), GEORGIA
“I’m walking on at Georgia Tech.” said Fraysier, “It’s close by and I want to play division I football.”
“Georgia Tech coaches said I will be on scholarship my second year. Coach Johnson who came over from Navy is going to run the option; it’s the same offense we ran at Cherokee.”
“I want to major in engineering, so Georgia Tech was the place for me. Georgia Tech has a great weight room and I’m big on weights.”
“I did have offers from Indiana and Middle Tennessee State.”
ALFONZO DENNARD, CB, 5-10, 185, 4.4, ROCHELLE (WILCOX COUNTY), GEORGIA
“I committed to Nebraska couple hours ago (5:30 PM Central) to Coach Bo Pelini.”
said Alfonzo, “He was excited. Bo told me that they needed corners. He didn’t say I could play early, but I would have to make it happen.”
“I will not make an official visit this week-end, most likely after basketball season is over, maybe mid February. I will sign with Nebraska next Wednesday.”
“I originally committed to North Carolina, but they didn’t think I would make it grade wise. I’m am qualified now.” he said.
“Nebraska (Marvin Sanders) coaches have been recruiting me for two weeks now.”
NICK SAMPSON, SAF, 6-0, 185, 4.5, SPRING (WESTFIELD), TEXAS
“I’m committed to Utah right now.” said Sampson. “But the UTEP coach took the SMU job. I will take a visit to SMU and there is a possibility that I will go there.”
“SMU is a private school and a great education. They have a nice campus and the dorms are good.” he said.
“I’ve been to Dallas area several times we have family that lives there.”
“I visited UTEP in October and liked it a lot. It’s an upcoming program. It’s (UTEP) is not what people think.”
“I will visit Kansas, they didn’t offer me yet but most likely they will when I visit. They like me when looking at film.” said Sampson.
“I don’t know much about Kansas until I get there. Kansas had a great year I watched them on TV and was kind of a fan of them. I will make my decision on signing date.”
“I visit Nebraska this weekend. I leave for Nebraska Saturday morning, I have a basketball game Friday night.” said Byrd, “Coach John Papuchis is recruiting me. I knew him when he was at LSU. JP is a cool guy. Buddy Wyatt was recruiting me when he was there.”
“Nebraska coaches didn’t say if I could play early, it would depend how I perform. I know Nebraska’s defense needs some work, but I play offense.”
“If I like it at Nebraska I would not commit on the spot, I would come home and talk it over with my family.”
“Nebraska has great tradition, a powerhouse. Mo Purify did well there that’s one reason why I would consider Nebraska.”
“Auburn has a new offensive coordinator, Tony Franklin.” he said, “Auburn is going to change their offense some. They are going to throw the ball more. I thought Auburn would mostly run the ball more.”
“Sylvester Croom (Mississippi State) is a real cool guy.” said Byrd, “Mississippi is a laid back state. Is not a party town, it’s a quite city which is OK. Its (the university) is kind of in an isolated area.”
“Tulane was the first school to offer me. I really liked it there.” he said, “They have great facilities. The training room is like a doctor’s office, if you’re hurt that’s the place to be.”
“Tulane is a private school and the education is great. They are only a 30 minute drive from home. Coach Johnson is my recruiter.”
“I went to Miami’s camp last summer and they told me I was a real good player, and they would keep recruiting me. I like Coach Shannon, he has sent Miami big name wide receivers to the NFL.” he said.
“Miami has commitments from two 5-foot 9-inch receivers, none my size. The two they have now might play other positions.”
WILLIAM LOWE, ATH, 5-9, 165, 4.5, CLEVELAND (GLENVILLE), OHIO
“I like Indiana’s business program.” said Lowe, “The coaches are really nice, they told me I can play early. The facilities are good too. I have teammates that play at Indiana right now.”
“When I was on my trip there (Indiana), I felt like I bonded with the players, that’s what I’m looking for.”
“I like a lot of things at Iowa.” he said, “The weight room is very nice and the business college is very good. I like the Big 10 conference I would consider playing in the Big 10.”
“North Carolina State was real nice.” said Lowe, “The weather is real cool, it’s the first time in three years it has snowed there. The coaches told me it doesn’t happen that often.”
“When I was there (North Carolina State), I got to meet the players and all the coaches. I like the DB coach a lot.”
“North Carolina State has a great weight room. I like the ACC, they have a lot of players in the NFL. Distance is not a factor.”
“I go to Michigan this weekend.” he said, “The Michigan coaches recruiting me when they were at West Virginia. Michigan has great tradition. Like all schools the coaches are good and the schools have great facilities.”
”Ohio State will get my last visit.” said Lowe, “I’ve been there before, it’s close to home. I know a lot of players that at Ohio State. The players seem to bond together.”
“I’ve been to Ohio State games the past three years. Ohio State game day atmosphere is great, it’s a big stadium and is packed.”
Lowe said he will announce his decision in two weeks. Lowe’s visit dates: Indiana (12/7), Iowa (12/14), North Carolina State (1/18), Michigan (1/25) , Ohio State (2/1)
JOHN YOUBOTY, DE, 6-4, 246, 4.6, SPRING (KLEIN), TEXAS
“I visited Nebraska last weekend, it was cool.” said Youboty, “I met all the coaching staff. Nebraska coaches told me that I have a chance to play early. Coach Watson is my recruiter, he’s a cool guy.”
“I’m going to Louisville this weekend, I don’t know much about them.” he said.
“I’m going to announce my decision next Monday about 12 noon. I don’t know if I will have a press conference. Nebraska seems to be where I will go.” said Youboty.
“My teammate (Brian Moore) is about fifty percent with Nebraska. I don’t know what he (Brian) is going to do he is still committed to Tulsa.” he said, “I’m going to do what’s best for me and Brian will do what’s best for him.”
“What made me interested in Nebraska is that they offered Brian too. Nebraska will be on their way back, they are going to have a big and good recruiting class.”
CEDRIC FOSTER, RB, 5-8, 195, 4.41, RIVERSIDE (J W NORTH), CALIFORNIA
Cedric has offers from Utah State and San Diego State. Idaho, Idaho State, New Mexico and Washington are showing interest.
“I like San Diego State, its local, its a good city." said Foster, “San Diego State is rebuilding and I can play early there. I like their style of offense. I went to the San Diego State and Portland State game, it was fun. They (SDSU) play where the NFL Charges play.”
“I liked San Diego State’s Marshall Faulk when he was there. I will visit San Diego State sometime in January.” he said.
“Utah State came on late, they started recruiting me during Christmas break.” said Foster, “Utah State coaches came to my school and want me set up a visit. I don’t know much about them. When the Utah State coaches call, it’s about transcripts.”
“I’m just going to visit San Diego State for now and see how it goes. Washington does send me lots of letters.”
“Without seeing Nebraska yet, they are slightly in the lead, but I want to visit them to know more.” said Alonzo, “Coach Eckeler (Nebraska) says he likes how I move to the ball, they are recruiting me as a Will or Sam.”
“Nebraska looses a lot of linebackers like Arizona State does. Nebraska coaches said it would be up to me to work hard and earn a spot.” he said.
“Nebraska is rebuilding and it happens, you have to bring people in. When Pelini was at LSU they stopped recruiting me because my test score was down but I did raise it up.”
“I like coach Pelini, him and Eckeler will visit me next week before I visit Nebraska January 25. In the championship game LSU’s defense steped it up and took over.” said Alonzo.
“Arizona State is another great school.” he said, “They are recruiting me as a OLB, but might move me around.”
“I like Louisiana Tech they are nice people there, they made me feel like home and that’s what I’m looking for.”
“Oklahoma State has some linebacker’s coming back and some Juco players. They are a good school. Oklahoma State has been on me since day one. Oklahoma State had a chance to give up on me they didn’t” said Alonzo.
Alonzo visited Louisiana Tech December 14. Alonzo’s January visits: Oklahoma State 1/11, Arizona State 1/18 and Nebraska 1/25.
Corey has offers from Troy, Murray State and is hearing from Mississippi State and Louisville.
“Ole Miss offensive coordinator said they were going to offer me. Once the dead period is over they would get back to me, so we’ll see. Ole Miss staff watched video of me and said I looked dang good.” said Corey.
“I like Ole Miss it’s the SEC conference. I’ve always wanted to play in SEC. If Ole Miss has me up on a visit and offer, I will probably commit on my visit. It would be hard not to.” he said.
“I will visit Troy January 18. They throw the ball a ton. Their offense is like we run in high school. Its possible I could play early at Troy.” said Corey.
TAYLOR STOCKEMER, WR, 6-4. 2-4, 4.5, VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
Taylor has offers from Air Force, Kansas and Arkansas State. Taylor has two official visits lined up so far Air Force January 11 and Arkansas State January 18.
“Air Force has superior academics, a great engineering program.” said Taylor, “The Air Force coaches write to me a lot and call once a week. The coaches told me I could play my freshman year but no later than my sophomore year.”
“Air Force turned things around with a 9-3 record and went to the Armed Forces Bowl, that’s a big thing for them. I’m wide open right now.”
“Arkansas State is three or four hour drive.” he said, “I don’t know much about them. Arkansas State coaches said I could play my freshman year.”
“Kansas was on of my first offer last May.” said Taylor, “I don’t think I will visit them. Kansas has two wide receivers committed now. Kansas coaches are suppose to get back to me after their bowl game.”
Taylor added that Stanford did not offer but would like him to visit. Mississippi was going to offer Taylor, but that fell through after the coaching changes.
GLEN HARBIN, DE, 6-5, 245, 4.7, MOBILE (MC GILL-TOOLEN), ALABAMA
Has offers from Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, LSU, Auburn and Florida.
“I like the coaches at Florida and they have great tradition.” said Harbin, “The atmosphere at Florida is very good I like the area.”
“I have a visit at Alabama January 12.” he said, “I like the staff there, It’s really good. Alabama has great facilities.”
“The city of Tuscaloosa is real nice and it’s close to home.”
“I would like to stay in the SEC area they have good players, it’s very competitive. Purdue at one time was recruiting me but I don’t think I will make it up there.”
Kody at one time was an Oklahoma State commit and is a mid term graduate signee.
Oklahoma State promised Kody a scholarship, but had to withdraw the offer because the Cowboys signed too many JUCO mid term players.
“I’m taking an official visit to Nebraska this weekend with my parents.” said Kody, “Coach Watson is recruiting me and said the offense that Nebraska will run next season is similar to Stevenville. Watson said Nebraska might run more shot gun next year.”
“Nebraska seems like that’s where I want to go.” he said, “I’m not sure if I will commit on my visit or not. I have to make up my mind soon. Nebraska’s classes start January 14.”
“I like Nebraska a lot, they have great tradition and Coach Pelini is making some changes. I’m excited about my visit we get to see Tom Osborne.”
“My ability is to pass and run, it was like the spread in high school.”
“Oklahoma State is still recruiting me.” said Kody, “They (Oklahoma State), think they have room for another mid term scholarship.”
VAUGHN DOTSY, OL, 6-4, 364, 5.3, VENTURA (ST. BONAVENTURE), CA
Vaughn has narrowed his college choices down to UCLA, USC, Colorado, LSU and Arizona. Will visit Colorado and Arizona and possibly LSU.
“Colorado is turning the program around and they have good coaches, Hawkins.” said Vaughn, “Colorado coaches said I could play early, I’ve have a good feeling about them.”
“I have family that lives in Arizona.” he said, “Last spring my dad and I visited the Arizona coaching staff while on vacation. Arizona is close to home and they are my favorite.”
“When I visit Arizona I will not commit on my visit, I want to talk to my parents just to make sure.”
“The Arizona coaches said they like my feet and I’m a big person. I think I fit in well there (Arizona), I had a good fell from them early on.”
RYAN PANAPA, LB, 6-1, 245, 4.8, VENTURA (ST. BONAVENTURE), CA
Has offers from Arizona, Mississippi, Nevada-Reno, and Washington.
“I like the Washington coaches a lot.” said Ryan, “I don’t know much about Washington yet until I get there.”
“It’s the same with Ole Miss and Arizona State, they just tell me basic things until I get there to know more. The Arizona State linebacker coach seems like a good guy. I’m pretty much wide open, I have no favorites.”
Jerico has narrowed his college choices down to Miami, Florida, Tennessee, LSU and Alabama.
“I have one official set so far, Alabama for January 12,” said Jerico, “I like the coaching staff at Alabama. They have a history of good football. I went to the Alabama and LSU game and had a good time.”
“Alabama coaches said I could play early, but would have to work hard to earn a spot. I would like to leave state and play in the SEC area.”
“I went to Miami’s summer camp, it was good.” said Jerico, “I had a fun time there. I got to meet some of the players at Miami. I also like the weather and beaches there.”
“I’ve been to a couple of LSU games. LSU is not one of my favorites. I’ve talked to coach Miles in the past, he’s a cool guy.”
“I don’t’ know much about Tennessee, just what they (coaches) tell me. I do like how Tennessee runs their offense.” he said, “Tennessee coaches said they will get back to me late December or early January for a visit date.”
“I have not heard from Florida the last couple of months.” said Jerico, “They have not got back to me.”
Jerico added that he will take all five visits and will announce decision in February. He also said all schools are recruiting him for both sides of the ball.
TONY GILESPIE, DL, 6-2, 290, 4.85, JENKS, OKLAHOMA
Has offers from Arkansas, Kansas State, Tulsa, Oklahoma State, Central Florida, TCU and Tennessee. Tony said he will visit Kansas State January 17 and will schedule others visits to Arkansas and TCU later.
"I like Ron Prince (Kansas State), he's a nice guy and good coach.” said Tony, “My high school coach has a good relationship with Coach Prince and his staff. Kansas State coaches said I could play early there.”
“I’ve been to Manhattan last summer, it’s small but that is good, stay out of trouble. It’s (Manhattan) in the middle of nowhere, where I can stay focused.”
“I like Arkansas, it’s a beautiful campus.” he said, "I like the SEC it’s a great conference to play in, it’s full of NFL material.”
“I have friends that are at Arkansas now. Fayetteville is a good city all the people there are crazy about their Hogs.”
“Arkansas coaches told me that I would be in their defensive line rotation.”
“TCU has a good staff, I was there last summer.” said Tony, “I use to live nearby Fort Worth (Grapevine) and really like the area.”
DEMETRIUS RICHARDSON, QB, 6-2, 220, 4.6, MALTON (CHEROKEE), NEW JERSEY
Has offers from UCONN, Army, Villanova and Delaware State.
“I like Army right now.” said Demetrius, “They (Army) are going to change their offense, more explosive than it has been. That’s why I like them, and also it’s a great education.”
“I will play for Army’s prep school my freshman year and start the following season.” He said, “They (prep school) usually play’s a ten game prep school schedule. Some of the schools are The Citadel, Milford, Hargrave and Navy.”
“The education at Army is compared to Yale, Princeton and Harvard.”
“I might take other visits just to see other states, but Army is where I will probably go.”
JONATHAN MC PIPE, DT, 6-0, 288, 4.9, BATON ROUGE (SOUTHERN LAB), LOUISIANA
“I like Oklahoma State’s defense 4-3. I fit in well there as a nose tackle. Oklahoma State losses their nose tackle to graduation.” said Jonathan.
“If possible I will play middle linebacker because of my height.” he said, “I don’t know much about Oklahoma State until I get there. I do like Coach Gundy, he’s a nice guy.”
“I went to Baylor on an official visit for the Texas Tech game.” said Jonathan, “I have a teammate who plays at Baylor now. I like Waco it’s a small, football town. In Waco everybody knows who you are.”
“I like Central Florida’s style of football, they use multiple schemes on offense and defense.” he said.
“They (UCF) prepare you for the NFL. They are on of the top programs in the country.”
Has offers from Kansas, Kansas State, Arizona, TCU and North Texas.
“I just came back from Arizona and liked it a lot. I liked Tucson, I can adapt to the environment there.” said Greg, “I chilled out with the players and went to some parties.”
“I like coach Stoops. The Arizona coaches told me I can play early there.”
“I go to Kansas this weekend and I will visit Kansas State some time in January.” he said.
“Kansas has a nice business school, which is what I’m looking for. I like the Kansas staff they told me that I could play early too. I have a friend that plays at Kansas right now.”
“I like coach Ron Prince (Kansas State), I don’t know much about them right now. Kansas State has a good business college too.”
“Anthony Blue (Nebraska), called me today (12/9), and want me to come up for a visit.” said Greg, “I don’t know if I will, Nebraska has not offered me yet.”
KENNY HOWARD, IB, 5-11, 215, 4.5, PRINCETON (THE HUN SCHOOL), NEW JERSEY
Has offer’s from Cincinnati, North Carolina State, Akron and Marshall. Kenny said him and his coach have not yet decided what schools to visit. Its possible that Maryland, Virginia and Rutgers might offer Kenny in two weeks.
“Rutgers is close to home, only a 15 minute drive.” said Kenny, “I’ve been to many Rutgers games in the past.”
“I like Maryland’s running game. They run the Power I.” he said, “I like that Maryland is close to home.”
“I went to Virginia’s summer camp and liked it and I have family that lives there.”
REX SHARPE, OLB, 6-2, 235, 4.5, ARIZONA WESTERN CC
Rex has no offers yet but is hearing from Minnesota, Colorado, Iowa State and Mississippi.
Rex said he will go on an unofficial visit to Minnesota December 7. He has family that lives there.
“I don’t know much about Minnesota but the coaches are pretty nice.” said Rex.
“I’m originally from Alabama and would like to play football close to home. I like the southern hospitality. But If I have to play somewhere else, that is fine.” he said.
“I hear from Mississippi. It’s a nice place.” said Rex, “I was there when I was in high school.”
“I have family that lives in Colorado. I like the atmosphere there, the mountains. I like the Colorado coaches too.”
Rex added he didn’t know for sure if he will get any offers.
Riley's only offer is Iowa State. Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Mississippi State, and North Carolina State are showing interest.
"I don't know much about Iowa State, I will probably visit them after the playoffs are over. I want to play offense in college and that’s what Iowa State is recruiting me for.” said Riley.
“Florida is close to offering me.” he said, “They like my speed and quickness. I like Florida’s offense (spread).”
“I’ve been to Gainesville last summer and really liked it.”
Cory will visit three schools at this time, Syracuse, Michigan State and Virginia. Corey made unofficial visits to Virginia, Tennessee, Cincinnati, Rutgers and Maryland.
“Virginia has a great coaching staff, they are great guys to be around.” said Corey, “I wanted to see how they interacted around with the players.”
“Virginia has great facilities, they are reconstructing a lot of stuff, football offices and weight room” he said.
“Charlottesville is nice, it’s clean like home and a good environment.”
“I went to Tennessee camp last summer and it was nice.” said Corey, “Tennessee is very football orientated, the whole area likes their football.”
“I met most of the coaches there (Tennessee), they didn’t say much.”
“Maryland stopped recruiting me recently.” he said, “They offered me verbally not in writing. They (Maryland) kept me on the bubble.”
“Maryland decided to take a play from Washington D.C.”
Cory said he didn’t know much about Michigan State and Georgia Tech, but will visit them. Corey added that he has no favorite and may not take all five visits.
DAVID SPURLOCK, OL, 6-5, 290, 5.2, MURFREESBORO (RIVERSIDE), TENNESSEE
David has offers from South Carolina, Colorado, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina State, Vanderbilt and others.
David has taken unofficial visits to Vanderbilt, Middle Tennessee State, Alabama and South Carolina.
“I really liked Vanderbilt and the SEC.” said David, “The school is real nice. They have great academics.”
“I’ve been to Vanderbilt several times as a junior. Vanderbilt coaches said it’s up to me to play my freshman year.”
“I liked it there (Middle Tennessee State), it’s my home town.” he said, “I like the offensive line coach, he told me I could play my freshman year.”
“Middle Tennessee State coaches like my feet and I’m a hard nose kid. A teammate of mine committed to MTSU this year.”
“I saw the Alabama and Arkansas game.” said Davis, “I really like their (Alabama) new coaches. I liked Tuscaloosa its like home.”
“Alabama’s program is real good and I like the SEC. They have real nice facilities.”
“I like the location (South Carolina), and the campus.” said David, “I Like the stadium, weight room and media room.”
David adds that he will make official visits to South Carolina January 18, North Carolina State in one week and Colorado some time in December. David knows a player at Colorado now and hears good things about the Buffs.
David said he has no favorites and might not take all five visits.
DWAYNE BECKFORD, LB, 6-0, 209, 4.5, IRVINGTON, NEW JERSEY
Connecticut, Michigan State, Purdue, Syracuse, Pittsburgh, Temple, East Carolina and Toledo have offered Dwayne.
“I just came back from Purdue last week. It was really nice.” said Dwayne, “They have a big stadium and I liked the
atmosphere there.”
“Purdue coaches said I could play early, they are leaving three linebackers ending the season. Purdue coaches like
my speed, physical play and athleticism.” he said.
“There is a big TV and they (Purdue) shows big moments of Purdue football history.”
“West Lafayette is real quite, a big difference where I’m from.”
“UCONN has real nice coaches, they told me I have a chance to play early there.” said Dwayne, “It’s close to home, a
five hour drive.
“I don’t know much about Syracuse, they are not bringing in too many linebackers.” he said, "I have a chance to
compete there. Syracuse likes to play young players.”
“Temple has one linebacker commit so far. They have a lot of players from Jersey. Temple coaches said I can play
early too.”
“My coach is close (relationship) to Temple coaches.”
“Michigan State coach called recently but I missed his call. I don’t think I will visit them. My favorite school is
Purdue.”
Dwayne said he will visit UCONN at the end of November and will schedule a visit to Syracuse and Temple later.
ROBERT DREY, OL, 6-5, 260, 5.0, MOBILE (MC GILL-TOOLEN), ALABAMA
Purdue, Southern Mississippi, Troy, Marshall, Duke and Alabama-Birmingham have all offered Robert.
Robert took in the Purdue and Notre Dame game on an unofficial visit.
“I liked it a lot, the atmosphere was great.” said Robert, “I got to see the pre game practice and liked what I saw.
“I like Coach Tiller, he’s a good coach and straight forward guy. The other Purdue coaches are good and I liked the players there.”
“Purdue coaches said I would have to red shirt like normal offensive lineman. They have a Drew
Brees Foundation which is to upgrade their (Purdue) facilities.”
“I’m not sure if I’m going to visit other schools. I might visit Southern Mississippi.” he said.
Hunter’s only offer is to Northwestern and will make an unofficial visit there this weekend for the Iowa game. Hunter will not make the trip alone teammates brother Graham and Jared Macnaught will also travel to Evanston.
“I like Northwestern, its big time football.” said Hunter, “Coaches told me I’m the type of player they are looking for, very physical and fast.”
“Coach Colby told me there is a good chance that my brother (Graham) and Jared Macnaught will be offered, but they have to go through the process first.”
Hunter said he will not commit on his visit to Northwestern, he wants to wait to see if he brother and Jared get offers.
Hunter went on to say that he likes Northwestern because it’s by a big city (Chicago). Hunter attended summer camps at SMU, Tennessee and Wake Forest.
RYAN WALLACE, TE, 6-6, 230, 4.8, BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY
Ryan has 13 offers and has narrowed it down to Kentucky, Wake Forest, Colorado and Rutgers.
Ryan explains his official visit to Colorado.
“I like Colorado, they have a nice campus and great fan support.” said Ryan, “I saw them play Florida State, personally I fit in pretty well there. I like Coach Hawkins he’s a pretty nice guy. I like the people (Boulder) too.”
Ryan made another official visit during the fall, this one to Stanford.
“I like the coaches a lot they have a Western Kentucky connection.” he said, “Jim Harbaugh the son of Jack Harbaugh use to coach at Western Kentucky as a part time coach. Harbaugh is a pretty nice guy, very energetic likes his father.”
“Stanford runs the West Coast Offense and I like how they use the tight ends.” said Ryan. “I would have to earn a spot to play early, but I would come in as the number two tight end.”
“Palo Alto is nice, it’s alive, lots of things to do there.”
“I went to the Florida and Kentucky game with some friends. They have great fan support. It’s a tough place to play. I like coach Brooks. He’s a real nice guy.”
“I probably will not visit Kentucky on an official.” he said, "Its close and I’ve been there before. I know a lot of in-state players and they are all going to Kentucky.”
Ryan made an unofficial visit to Wake Forest to see the Florida State game.
“It was a fun game. I didn’t see the campus, the stadium is off campus.” said Ryan, “I have a chance to play early there. Wake Forest has one tight end committed and they need one more.”
“I like Wake Forest’s offense, they run the same one here (Bowling Green HS). They run the shot gun, drop, and run the ball a lot. They use the tight end a lot of times. I like how they split the tight ends.”
“I like the coaches at Wake Forest and the people.” said Ryan, “I feel like I fit in there. It’s possible I will red shirt there and play early after that.”
Ryan said distance is not a factor. Ryan wants to go where he feels comfortable. Also mentioned that Rutgers will get a visit, no date scheduled yet.
SAM ROBEY, OL/DL, 6-5, 255, 4.9, LOUISVILLE (TRINITY), KENTUCKY
Sam has offers from Louisville, Kentucky, Purdue and Middle Tennessee State.
“I like Coach Kragthrope (Louisville) he is a real nice guy. He actually lives across the street from me.”
“Louisville’s program is real strong, its just of matter of time with the new coach to get things going.” said Sam, “Louisville has great facilities. The indoor facility is only two or three years old. The weight room has a 40 yard dash track.”
“Louisville coaches like others told me I would red shirt so I can get bigger.”
“I live here in Louisville so I’ve been to many games.”
“Coach Brooks (Kentucky) is a soft spoken guy, I really like him.” he said, “Coach Heggins the offensive line coach, I talk to him plenty of times. They (Kentucky) has only given up one sack all year and that’s to LSU.”
“I went to Kentucky senior day last summer.” said Sam, “They have the best facilities. The campus is very beautiful. I like Kentucky’s campus better than Louisville’s.”
“I might go to Purdue this weekend.” said Sam, “I have a game Friday, so I might leave Saturday.”
“I like Coach Legg the offensive line coach. I went to senior day and Nike camp last summer. I didn’t see the city (West Lafayette) too much, It was pouring down rain all day.”
“When Florida played here (Kentucky), the Florida coaches called my coach and asked for film. My coach also sent film to Nebraska, Alabama, Colorado, Vanderbilt, USC and Michigan.” said Sam.
Sam added that he has no favorites and said it’s a tough decision to leave the area.
REGGIE ELLIS, DL, 6-3, 270, 4.9, WASHINGTON DC (DUNBAR)
Reggie has several offers and has it narrowed down to Pittsburgh, Illinois, Alabama and Penn State.
Reggie said he may not visit all four schools and wants to make a decision my mid November.
Reggie did say that he is a mid term graduate.
Reggie’s comments about this official visit to Illinois for the Penn State game.
“It was an awesome visit. They (Illinois) are bringing in some talent, its crazy.” said Reggie.
“I like the coaches there, they (Illinois coaches) told me I’m fast, quick off the ball and very good.” he said, “The coaches also said they
need more speed on defense.”
Reggie went on to say there are three players from Dunbar high school that play for Illinois this year.
Reggie made an unofficial visit to Pittsburgh.
“Pittsburgh was a great place, coaches are down to earth. I like the coaching staff, they have NFL experience.” said Reggie, “I met with some
of the players and they work hard.”
Reggie said Joe Paterno (Penn State) is very outspoken, much more in person. Penn State told Reggie that he has a chance to play early at
the three technique position and they like his inside game.
Reggie added that Alabama has a great team and has NFL experience (Coach Sabin) and likes the SEC conference.
JURRELL CASEY, DL, 6-1, 270, 4.8, LONG BEACH (POLY), CALIFORNIA
USC, Oregon, Mississippi, Arizona and Nebraska have offered Casey.
“I liked Ole Miss said Jurrell, “It was real good and it’s nice out there. I liked the coaches and the team. Ole Miss was one of the first schools
to offer me. The coaches said I could play early, that I was very big and would make an impact to the program.”
“Ole Miss facilities are great, everything is brand new.” he said, “New weight room equipment and indoor facility.”
I don’t know much about Oregon until I get there.” said Jurrell, “My brother visited Oregon on a recruiting trip and liked it.”
“USC is my favorite school.” he said, “They are a very good program and they are only a 20 to 30 minute drive. Pete Carroll is a really cool guy.
USC coaches told me I could play my freshman year.”
“USC coaches said they like how I get off the ball and my personality.”
Indiana, West Virginia, Marshall, Eastern Michigan, Toledo and Miami-Ohio have all offered Lowe.
William said he has no favorites and will take all five visits after the season is over. William added that he, his parents and coach will decide which
schools to visit.
“I do like Indiana they have a nice business program.” said Lowe, “Indiana is a good team, they are winning and that’s a plus. This summer I went to
Bloomington it was nice and clean.”
“Indiana coaches told me I would have an opportunity to play early they are loosing both of their corners.” he said.
“The coaches (Indiana) told me that I’m fast and have instincts for the ball.”
“North Carolina sends me lots of stuff.” he said, “I like Coach Sabin, he is turning the program around. North Carolina coaches told me that I could
play early. I like the ACC conference, it’s very competitive.”
“I’ve been to Marshall’s summer camp, it was real nice.” said Lowe, “They were the first ones to offer me. Marshall has great facilities. The stadium is
real nice and so are the weight room and film room.”
Lowe said after his camp session at Marshall he drove down to Morgantown to check out West Virginia.
“The West Virginia coaches were real nice and the facilities are very good. West Virginia coaches didn’t say anything special.”
Chase has many offers from schools such as Auburn, LSU, Stanford, Tennessee, Louisville, Georgia Tech, Purdue, Michigan State, Maryland and
Clemson.
Chase said he will not take all five visits and will commit during the season. Chase plays outside linebacker in high school and some colleges also want
him as a defensive end and tight end.
Chase made an unofficial visit to Auburn to see the Kent State game, commented that it was a good game and the defense played hard.
“The Auburn coaches said I could play early. They said I’m quick off the ball and I have a good technique. I like Auburn because they are only a two hour
drive and they have good coaches.”
“I like Stanford a lot, their coaching staff is mostly young guys.” he said, “I went to the Stanford and Oregon game and had a good time. The academics
at Stanford are great.”
Chase said distance is not a factor and would consider Stanford. He likes the city of Palo Alto, its spread out.
“I don’t know much about Tennessee, but I will probably visit them. I like the SEC conference, it’s very competitive.”
Chase added his is minutes away from Georgia Tech, but will likely go elsewhere.
Coley has offers from Georgia Tech, Iowa State, West Virginia, Central Michigan, Florida State and Southern Illinois. Coley said he might
take some visits during the season. All schools are recruiting Coley as a QB except Georgia Tech they want him as a cornerback.
“Georgia Tech is a great academic school and the facilities are good.” said Coley, “Georgia Tech is recruiting me as a cornerback, I’ve never
played defense in my life. If I have to play defense I will.”
“I’ve been to Atlanta before it’s only a five hour drive, it’s a big city. I have an aunt that lives in Atlanta.”
“My brother plays for West Virginia (Pat White) ,” he said, “I like their offense (spread). My brother doesn’t push me to play for West Virginia he
wants it to be my business where I go. I get a lot of letters from them.”
“I’ve never been out of the area and I will probably visit Iowa State after the season is over. They run the spread offense which I like.”
Coley added that he is receiving letters from Oregon, Buffalo and Louisville, none have offered scholarships.
Teavis has offers from Tennessee, West Virginia, Florida International, Florida, Alabama, LSU and Iowa State. Teavis said he has no favorites
and will take all five visits.
“I’ve been to Tuscaloosa (Alabama) twice it’s a nice campus and they have a nice field.” he said.
“I saw the Alabama and Georgia game. It was great but they (Alabama) messed up at the end. The atmosphere at the game was great.”
“Alabama is a good football team if I go there I get a chance to play early.” said Durgin, “By my senior year Alabama could play for the National
Championship.”
“Florida is a great school, I like Urban Meyer a lot.” said Durgin, I went there on Junior Day’s and some camps. The campus is big and real nice.”
“I like LSU they are a good football team and always ranked high.” he said, “LSU sends me lots of letters. I will probably visit them along with
Florida and Alabama.”
Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas State and Kansas have offered Aldon scholarships. Aldon said most schools are recruiting him on both sides
of the ball, and has a chance to play early.
Aldon mentioned he has no favorites and will take all five visits. Iowa State indicated that they are likely to offer him a visit.
Aldon added that he went to the Missouri and Illinois State game and will travel to Columbia this weekend to see the Nebraska game.
“Missouri has a cool coaching staff and I like it there a lot.” said Aldon, “I was there (Columbia) last summer and really liked the environment.
Missouri has great fan support and they are updating the athletic facilities.”
“I went to Nebraska last summer and liked it there.” he said, “They have nice facilities too. Nebraska wants me at tight end mostly. Coach
Cosgrove and Rudolph are good people. Distance is not a factor, Lincoln is not that far away.”
Aldon said he made a trip to Kansas State over the summer and liked everything. He enjoyed the Kansas State coaches
and the facilities are very good.
SUPO SANNI, WR, 6-4, 200, 4.5, HOMEWOOD (FLOSSMOORE), ILL.
Supo has no favorite schools. Has offers from West Virginia, Louisville, Illinois, Iowa, Iowa State and Michigan State.
Supo comments about his trip to Iowa State to see the Iowa game.
“It was great, the fans were crazy. Coach Chizik is leading the way of building the program. Sooner or later it will happen; it’s just a matter of time.
The recruits need to take that road.”
“One thing I like about Iowa State is that I get to play early. The facilities are nice. Iowa State has a nice indoor facility, big enough to punt inside.
Next year they will improve the field.”
“My unofficial visit was to Iowa to see them play Syracuse.” he said, “Iowa City (population) doubles at game day.”
“The fans welcomed me. They knew my name and wanted me there. Iowa coaches said I could play early, they are low on receivers. The coaches
also said I could play free safety too.”
“Iowa’s program is put together; they just want to make the next level.
“I will visit West Virginia. I haven’t set up a visit yet, but it will be at a game. I like the conference they play in.” said Supo, “West Virginia is also
recruiting me as a free safety.”
“My sister goes to school there (West Virginia), Morgantown is different from where I come from.”
Supo said he will take all five visits. Most schools are telling him that early playing time is possible.
Supo indicated that he will also visit Louisville (throws the ball a ton, not a bad place to go, and can play both sides of the ball) and Illinois
(only two hours from home, one of first offers. recruited to play free safety.)
JAMES HAMILTON, QB, 5-10, 180, 4.5, CEDAR HILL, TEXAS
James has offers from Kentucky, Washington State, Tulsa, North Texas, SMU, UTEP, New Mexico State, Louisiana-Lafayette. Most schools are
recruiting his as a safety. At this time James likes Tulsa, Kentucky and North Texas and within two months he will narrow the list down.
“Tulsa is an up coming program, they are making progress.” said Hamilton, “Tulsa is always a top team in their conference. They run the same offense
we do.”
“I went to junior days at Tulsa and really liked the coaches. They told me about playing early because of the juniors and seniors at safety now, but I
would have to battle for a spot. The coaches also said I could return kickoffs.”
“I liked the city of Tulsa, I felt comfortable there.” he said, “And it’s only a four hour drive.”
“I like the coaches at North Texas.” said Hamilton, “Coach Dodge is from this area. Give him a couple of years and he will turn it around. He is
working hard at it.”
“Denton is like home, I like it there and I probably make it to a game on an unofficial visit.”
“Kentucky is winning right now, that helps.” he said, “I like the SEC, lots of talent. I will probably take a visit there. I hear from Kentucky from time to time.”
“Washington State sends me lots of letters. They tell me how things are going with them, how the team is doing. Washington State wants me to try out
as a safety or corner.”
KENNY DEMENS, LB, 6-1, 226, 4.6, DETROIT (COUNTRY DAY), MICHIGAN
Kenny will make his oral commitment this Saturday at Oak Park High School. The announcement will be at 1:00 PM local time at the media center.
Kenny will draw hats from Nebraska, Michigan and Michigan State.
“I was at one time a Nebraska lean, but after Michigan struggled early I gave them a big look.” said Kenny, “Michigan coaches told me they needed
help at linebacker and I could play early.”
“I saw Michigan twice this year, Oregon and Notre Dame games.” he said, “I liked the Big House and the game atmosphere.”
“My mother wants me to stay close to home and play for Michigan. She wants me at an academic school.”
When asked if Nebraska will finish third for his services, Kenny replied.
“At this time it’s all equal. I’m going in cold with my announcement.”
“If I was to leave the area (Nebraska), my mother would support my decision and still make it to some of the games.” said Kenny.
“I visited Michigan State, it’s an upcoming program.” he said, “I like the staff there, they are down to earth. The new coach is doing a good job.”
“Michigan State is recruiting the Detroit area hard and making some progress. My cousin Caulton Ray (Michigan State commit) calls me all the time.”
“I also hear from Nebraska commits, Gabbert, Rippy, Compton and Woods. My teammate Gray wants me at Nebraska too."
“I’m looking forward to Saturday, I can’t wait to get it over with.”
SANDERS COMMINGS, DB, 6-1, 195, 4.5, AUGUSTA (WESTSIDE), GEORGIA
Sanders has offers from Auburn, Georgia, Maryland and South Carolina. He indicated that Florida is his favorite team, but does not have an
offer from the Gators. Florida coaches are going to watch Sanders play sometime this year. Sanders said he likes Georgia Tech too (no offer).
“I went to the Georgia and Oklahoma State game.” said Commings, “Before each game, the Georgia coaches would eat with his players and recruits.
I liked the Dawg Walk, it’s where the players walk into the stadium.”
“Georgia coaches said they are not afraid to play freshman, but I would have to prove myself.” he said, “Coach Jon Fabris calls me once a
week, we have a strong relationship.”
“We (recruits) were assigned a hostess to take us around campus (Georgia) and ask any questions. She would also sit with us at
the game in the student section.”
“I really liked the campus at Georgia, it’s really nice. Their facilities are very nice and they have a lot of new stuff.”
“I saw South Carolina play South Carolina State and had a great time.” he said, “They have great facilities, a brand new weight room.”
“I like the city of Columbia, its not too small and not to big. Your not bored there and not too much freedom.”
Commings went on to say that he would like to fit in a visit to Maryland, they send him a lot of letters. Commings added that he will not take all five
visits, wants to commit soon as possible.
JIMMY BENNETT, OL, 6-8, 270, 5.1, ALEXANDRIA (WEST POTOMAC), VA
Jimmy has offers from most ACC teams and others including, Penn State, Hawaii, Virginia, Pittsburgh, Michigan and Michigan State.
Jimmy said he has no favorite school and will take all five visits.
“I like Virginia Tech because it’s close to home.” said Bennett, “I use to know a player who played there (Virginia Tech) and liked it.”
“Virginia Tech coaches stress academics a lot and they are in need of lineman.” he said, “I have an opportunity to play my red shirt sophomore year.”
Bennett said he will visit Virginia Tech September 29.
“We were on vacation last summer in Maine and drove to Boston College.” said Bennett, “Boston College coaches showed me everything including
the business school.”
“I met all the coaches within five minutes of my visit. The Boston College coaches stress good character and being a good citizen. Boston College and
UConn are recruiting me the hardest.”
“I’ve been to Storrs (UConn) and really liked it. I met with all the coaches personally and the academic advisor. They are good people up there.”
“I like the campus.” said Bennett, “It’s spread out and beautiful.”
“On Monday’s the (UConn) coach meets with the academic advisors to see how his players are doing.”
“I went to Penn State and met with all the coaches, even Joe Paterno.” he said, “I was very nervous because I didn’t know if he would like me or
not. He (Coach Paterno) was a funny guy, he’s like a grandpa.”
“I like how Penn State works out their players.” said Bennett, “In the weight room, each player has their own personal trainer.”
“Last May I went to Maryland and they have everything in one place.” he said, “The stadium, practice field and weight room. Maryland has five
academic advisors on staff.”
“I was at the city (College Park) at night and it was wild. I’m sure during the day its not. Last year I did see Miami and Maryland play.”
“I’ll probably visit Hawaii, I sent them some tape” he said, “Our high school runs the exact offense (shot gun) as Hawaii does. Hawaii is where
we picked up our offense from. Hawaii coaches told me that the recruits are taught about (islands) culture.”
RAPHAEL WASHINGTON, TE, 6-4, 250, 4.7, VENTURA (ST. BONAVENTURE), CA
Raphael has offers from Nevada, Oregon State and Washington. Most PAC 10 schools plus Nebraska and Florida are showing some
interest.
“I went to USC’s summer camps and it was great.” said Washington, “The coaches are very intense, defensive coaches flying around. Coach Carroll is a
down to earth guy, we played catch together.”
“USC is recruiting me as an athlete I can play either tight end or defensive tackle. USC coaches told me to keep my grades up there is a chance they will
offer me later. I plan on going to the USC and UCLA game.”
“I like UCLA, the coaches are down to earth. UCLA sends me two or three letters a week.” said Washington, “I might visit UCLA, I will keep them in
my right pocket.”
Washington went on to say his coach wants him to visit Nevada.
Raphael added he is originally from Orlando, Florida and still has family living there. Florida is
showing interest, by requested game film. Washington said he would like to visit Florida, but his mother wants him to stay close to home.
Coach Wagner (Nebraska) came by the Raphael's school last spring, but has no offer. Nebraska still sends him letters.
O’NEIL CHAMBERS, WR, 6-3, 205, 4.55, ST. CLOUD (HARMONY), FLORIDA
O’Neil has offers from BYU, Houston, Maryland, Mississippi State, Purdue, South Carolina, Troy, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Florida,
Texas A&M and Texas Tech.
O’Neil said he has no favorite school and will take all five visits before he makes a decision. Two visits have been lined up already, BYU
January 11 and Purdue January 25. Distance is not a factor.
“I am going to Florida this weekend for the Tennessee game.” said Chambers, “They are one of my favorites. The Florida coaches want me to
commit on the visit, but I told them probably not and I was going to take all my visits.”
“Florida is a good school but I like Miami better.” he said, I haven’t heard from Miami, but I did send them some film. One of the reasons
why I’m visiting Florida, is for ratings, get my name out there more.”
“I like how Purdue plays their offenses, they throw the ball a lot.” said Chambers, “Purdue coaches told me I can play early and I’m on
the top the board as a wide receiver.”
“I like the Midwest, there are some good teams there. I like the Big 10 too.”
“I like BYU’s offense, they told me I can start my freshman year.” he said, “I went to BYU’s summer camp and really liked it, also the mountains
and climate. It’s a dry heat."
“I spent a lot of time with the BYU coaches and some of the players. The facilities are really nice, amazing facilities.”
“I like South Carolina.” said Chambers, “I hear from Coach Steve Spurrier Jr. Coach Hunt is coming down to my game this weekend.”
“South Carolina said I was on top their board and they will send me to the NFL. I’ll probably visit South Carolina, I don’t know too much about
them right now.”
O’Neil added that he would like his teammate Kedron Paul to attend the same school, a package deal. Paul has about the same offers as Chambers.
Brett has fourteen offers among those are, Stanford, Boston College, Iowa, Northwestern, Purdue, Vanderbilt, Michigan State and Kansas State.
Brett plays quarterback and free safety, but most schools are recruiting him as a outside linebacker and tight end.
“I like Iowa because of the tight end tradition, they send tight end’s in pro football. The last six years Iowa has sent tight end’s to the NFL.” said Nagel.
“I like Coach Kirk Ferentz and Coach Johnson.” he said, “Iowa coaches told me I have a good chance to play early there, I would have to
compete for a spot. Iowa is loosing some tight ends this year and they have some juniors.”
“I visited Boston College with my dad this summer and liked it a lot.” said Nagel, “I like the area (Boston), it’s a lot like Chicago. Every body
seems to be laid back.”
“Boston College is recruiting me as a tight end and they throw the ball a lot.” he said.
“My dad and I went to Stanford last summer (2006) and we liked California a lot.” said Nagel, “Stanford’s academics are second to none, they
have some new facilities and the stadium is real nice.” said Nagel.
“Linebacker coach Buh was at my game last Friday and coach Jim Harbaugh was up here last year.”
“Northwestern is recruiting me as a super back (H-back)” he said, “I like that position a lot, gives me a chance to catch the ball in the open.”
“Northwestern was the first school to offer me, it’s only a forty minute drive without traffic. Northwestern is a great academic school and I have a
good relationship with the coaches.”
Brett said he will narrow his list down soon and will take all five visits before he commits. He will visit Iowa, Stanford and Boston College for sure.
Brett added he has no favorite school and distance will not be a factor.
Nathan has offers from Kansas State, Northwestern, Oklahoma State, Tulsa, Iowa State and Colorado State.
Stanley said his favorites schools in no order are Kansas State, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Oklahoma State.
Oklahoma and Arkansas said they will most likely offer later. Nathan went on to say that he will take
his visits during the season, so he can enroll in the
second semester.
“I like Kansas State a lot.” he said, “They said I have a chance to play early. I really got to know Coach
Franklin when I was up there. I also like Coach Ron Prince a lot, he’s a nice guy. The football dorms are real
nice at Kansas State.”
Nathan added that Kansas State commit, Cooper Bassett, talks to about committing to the Wildcats.
“I’ve been to Oklahoma State.” said Stanley, “It’s only a two hour drive. Oklahoma State is going to have great
facilities once their done. I like the quarterback situation there, Coach Brewer is my recruiter.”
“I’ve been to city (Stillwater), many of times, I don’t know a whole lot about the city but it’s not very big.”
“Oklahoma is a dominate team in the Big 12.” he said, “I like the coaches at Oklahoma. I do hear from Muskogee
wide receiver Jameel Owens.”
“Oklahoma did get a Quarterback commit (Landry Jones), but that should not scare me off, I like competition.” he
said, “Coach Stoops told me about (Jones) and said they are still interested in me.”
“I’ve been to Fayetteville (Arkansas) several times, it’s only one hour drive from home.” said Stanley, “I like the
SEC, it’s a dominate conference.”
“I went down to summer camp at Arkansas and was CO-MVP for quarterback’s.” he said, “Arkansas coaches said I was
equal to Jim Youngblood (Arkansas commit).”
HAMANI STEVENS, OL/DL, from Hemet, California has offers from Oregon, UCLA, Arizona State, BYU, Colorado,
Michigan and Nebraska.
“I have two visits set up so far, I’m going to Oregon when they play Oregon State and BYU January 9th.” said
Stevens, "I don’t have any favorites right now but I will take all five visits."
“I’ve been to Eugene (Oregon), I liked it a lot. It’s a small town, little distractions, not like
Los Angeles, where there is a lot of stuff to do.” he said, “Oregon coaches are recruiting me as a
defensive lineman and they told me I have a good chance to start-compete.”
“Oregon coaches said they like the way I play, my technique.”
“I like Provo, good town and very beautiful. The area is nice with mountain's nearby. BYU is a good
school, I like their academics.” he said.
Stevens went on to say BYU coaches told him he can play early as an offensive lineman.
Stevens is a Mormon and I will not take a sabbatical, so he will play college ball right away.
“Tempe (Arizona State) is one of my favorite cities, its hot there like Hemet.” said Stevens, “Arizona State
is a great school and a great program. They play in a big time conference.”
“The coaches (ASU) told me I have a chance to play either side of the ball. They use to text me all the
time, I call them now and then."
“I might visit Michigan.” said Stevens, “They didn’t say what side of the ball I would play. I like Michigan’s
tradition and they play in a big time conference.”
“Nebraska offered me and I still get a couple of letter from them (Coach Wagner)." said Stevens, "Nebraska offered
so many offensive lineman and I didn’t want to get caught up in a numbers game. At Nebraska, its first come,
first serve. Once they fill up at a position that’s it.”
KEBIN UMODU, DL, from West Covina (South Hills), California has offers from Utah, Oregon, Texas-El Paso
and Air Force.
“California has not offered me, but I did make a trip up there (Berkeley) this summer.” said Umodu, “I don’t
know if they will offer me later.”
“California is a nice program and the education is real good. I liked the city of Berkeley.”
“I made a visit to Oregon with my parents and watched a scrimmage. said Umodu, “Oregon is a good school, it looked
real nice. Oregon’s facilities are great.”
“Oregon is a long drive, my parents would like me to stay close to home, but that’s not the main reason.”
Umodu did say he will wait and see if more offers will come in closer to his hometown, and go from there.
“I looked at Utah’s media guide on the internet, and it’s looking good.” said Umodu, Utah looks like a good place,
I might visit them along with Oregon. I might also visit UTEP.”
“I’ve been to UCLA, my brother (Toby) is on the team now. UCLA didn’t say if they will offer me.”
“Iowa State is the only offer I have right now.” said Hawkins, “I’m hearing from Florida, Auburn and Alabama.”
“I might visit Iowa State at the end of the season. I’m looking at other options, still looking around.”
Right now I’m interested about school and the team.”
“I like Florida a lot.” he said, “They are my number one team. I do like other school’s, I’m a college football
fan.”
“Florida coaches want to look at my senior film before they decide (offer). I like the atmosphere at Gainesville,
it’s only a four hour drive.”
“Auburn sends me a couple letters, they can’t text anymore.” said Hawkins, “I’ll probably go some games
(unofficial visits) this year."
"This weekend, my teammate Van Smith (Auburn commit) and I are going to the Kansas State game on an
unofficial visit.”
Riley went on to say that he is hopeful that more offers will come during the season. Riley also said he
wants to play wide receiver in college and Alabama want hin as a defensive back.
LUKE MATTHEWS, DB/OLB, from Phoenix (Desert Vista), Arizona.
Luke has offers from Stanford, Utah, San Diego State, Montana. Air Force has requested Luke to attend the academy and play football.
“I have a visit set September 22 at Stanford.” said Matthews, “They like me as a combo athlete. I like the athletics and academics at Stanford.”
“I know some people who live there (Palo Alto) and the area is a good atmosphere. I get a lot of letters from the Stanford coaches, and I call them now
and then.”
“I don’t have a favorite, but Stanford is recruiting me the hardest.” he said.
“I will visit Utah and San Diego State, but I don’t know when.” said Matthews, “I like Utah they won six games or more the past six years.
I don’t know much them, but I like Salt Lake City when I checked them out on the internet.”
“I like San Diego State.” he said, “It’s a nice place. San Diego State is not one of my favorites, but I like the area. I’ve been to San Diego
before, I like the weather and the beaches.”
JORDON FUTCH, LB, from Hollywood (Charminade-Madonna), Florida, has committed to Miami but other trips to Southern
California, Wisconsin and Ohio State.
“I committed to Miami June 6th and 100% committed to them. My commitment is solid like a rock. Coach Randy Shannon knows I’m
going to visit other schools and I’m still going to be a “Cane.” said Futch.
“Miami gets a lot of players from South Florida. They have a great staff, tradition and academics. I live only 20 minutes away.” said Futch.
“I have family that lives in Wisconsin.” he said, "Wisconsin has been recruiting me since my sophomore year. They haven’t been to many big
bowl games, but they (Wisconsin) are successful.”
“Madison is a quite area compared to where I live.” said Futch, “It’s calm and not too busy. I like the atmosphere (Madison).”
“I like Ohio State they have a great coaching staff, great team.” he said, “Even though Ohio State lost the championship game, they are a dynasty.
I get regular mail from them.”
“I’ve never been to California (USC).” said Futch, “I like USC’s tradition and the dynasty they have. Coach Carroll is a great coach and so is his staff.
USC staff said If I work hard, I might be able to play early.”
USC coaches said I remind them of Pittsburgh Steelers LB, Troy Polamalu as a safety and linebacker.”
COVAUGHN DE BOSKIE, RB, from Chandler, Arizona has offers from Alabama, Arizona State, California, Clemson, Florida,
Stanford and others.
“I’ll probably visit California, Stanford, Florida and Alabama.” said De Boskie, “The fifth visit I don’t know yet.”
“I went to (Berkeley) California this summer and liked their running backs coach Ron Gould.” he said, “I like how they use their running backs, they use
them in passing routes a lot. I have a chance to play early there and California coaches said I’m at the top of list at RB. Berkeley is a little different, but I
can adjust.”
“I like Stanford's facilities, their stadium is high tech.” said De Boskie, “Their academics are very good too. I like Stanford’s running back coach Willie
Taggart. He told me I can start my first year but I have to earn it. Stanford coaches told me I’m their only running back they are recruiting.”
“Coach Meyer (Florida) said the running backs can do about anything (Florida’s offense), it’s the total package. Florida’s running backs, run, catch and
block. The SEC is a hard conference and lots of publicity. Florida sends me one or two e-mails a day.”
“Alabama is definitely a running school.” he said, “Coach Sabin would personally text message me when they could. Sabin said they needed a running
back that could go all the way. I know a lot of players who played for them (Alabama).”
“Once Nebraska (Gray) and Michigan (Mc Guffie) got their big time RB commits, they stopped recruiting me.”
“I think coaches should be allowed to text message players, but have the parents sign a consent form allowing it. If the parents don’t want to sign,
then the player will not be text messaged”
VAUGHN TELEMARQUE, DB, Long Beach (Poly), California.
“I want to commit by the end of the month, I don’t know what date yet." said Telemarque, "Me and my teammate (Jurrell Casey) will commit at
the same time. I can’t see myself any where right now. My parents are leaving it up to me where to go, they just want me to feel comfortable."
Vaughn said he will commit from the list of Michigan, North Carolina, Oregon and Rutgers.
“I like Michigan, it’s a great school known for their DB’s and that’s a top priority.” said Telemarque, “Ty Law and
Charles Woodson went on to the NFL .”
“Michigan didn’t promise me that I could play early, I would have to work for it.” he said, “If I want to be a competitor,
I have to show what I have.”
“Michigan coaches told me it’s cold there, it would be new to me being from California, but I knew that.”
“North Carolina is a up coming program, they are a sleeper pick.” Telemarque said, “North Carolina can make a name for it’s
self. The ACC is a great conference, the competition is great. North Carolina was the first school to offer me.”
“I’ve been to North Carolina before, but not Chapel Hill, but I do like the school.”
“I just visited Rutgers.” he said, “I’m in New York right now. Rutgers has a lot of promise in the future. It’s a up coming program.
Piscataway is another city, a little slow pace from what I’m use of.”
“Oregon comes out of the west coast and I kept an eye on them first.” said Telemarque, “I’ve never been to Eugene but I know a
lot about them (from the internet)."
KENNY DEMENS, LB, Detroit (Country Day), Michigan.
“I’ve haven’t committed yet.” said Demens, “I would not be surprised if it happens soon. I will have a press conference at the school like
Jonas Gray (Neb commit) did.”
“Both Nebraska and Michigan said I could play early.” he said, “Nebraska is recruiting me as a middle linebacker and
Michigan wants me as a will. Nebraska is leaving seven linebackers and Michigan three.”
“At one time distance was a factor.” said Demens, “My mom wanted me to stay close to home, but now she wants me to
go where I feel good at. It’s a decision where I will spend the next four years at, and I want to take my time. My mother said she will
support me where I go.”
“I took an unofficial trip to Nebraska, it was awesome.” he said, “Their facilities are tops, I haven’t seen any better. I’ve been to
Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State and Purdue and Nebraska’s facilities are better than theirs.”
“Nebraska’s press box is bigger than pro and college stadiums, the indoor facility is the best around. When I went to Nebraska I though
it would be all corn, corn and corn, but it wasn’t. Nebraska doesn’t have a pro football team, It’s all football there. It’s all about the
Cornhuskers.”
“I like the coaches at Nebraska.” said Demens, “Coach Cosgrove is a great guy, we use to text message back and forth. Coach
Callahan is really down to earth guy, very energetic. I though Coach Callahan being a NFL coach would be arrogant, but he was not.”
“Will Compton and Blaine Gabbert (Neb commits), text message me everyday.” he said, “I also hear from Josh Williams and Doug Rippy (Neb commits).
My teammate Jonas Gray wants me at Nebraska too.”
“I made a summer visit to Michigan.” said Demens, “I liked it a lot. Everything was cool. I liked the linebacker coach (English) I like how
he plays the whole defensive schemes. Michigan is one of my favorites because it’s in my backyard.”
“Some people use to say Coach Carr is an arrogant person, but the more time I spent with him he wasn’t. I like Coach Carr.”
D’ANTON LYNN, safety, from Celina, Texas has offers from Penn State, USC, Florida, Arkansas, Louisville, Nebraska and Texas Tech.
“I’ll probably take three or four officials before I commit.” said Lynn.
“I’ve been to Nebraska and really like Coach Callahan he coached in the pros.” he said, “Coach Bush is my recruiter, and is a real cool guy. Nebraska’s facilities are new, the weight room and locker room.”
