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RONNIE WINGO, RB, 6-3, 212, 4.4, ST.LOUIS (UNIVERSITY), MISSOURI
“My top five schools are Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, Arkansas and Alabama. I don’t have any favorites. I will visit all the schools in the fall on officials and make a decision where I feel the most comfortable.” said Wingo
“I want to go to schools where I like the coaches, players and environment. I’m under much pressure to attend Missouri, it’s what is best for me.” he said.
“I still hear from Nebraska they are not in my top five but any anything can happen.” said Wingo
“I’ve been to Arkansas this summer. They like running the ball a lot and feature the I-back, send players to the NFL. I want to go where I can carry the ball 23 to 25 times a game.” he said
“Arkansas has an unbelievable weight room. It’s like a NFL room.”
“I like Illinois a lot.” said Wingo, “The players and coaches seem happy. Illinois is close to home and they have some good recruits coming there. Nathan Scheelhaase just committed to Illinois that helps some. I talk to him at times. I always felt he (Scheelhaase) would commit to Illinois.”
“I’ve been to Missouri several times. Coach Ford is recruiting me he’s a nice guy.” he said, “Missouri didn’t say anything about playing early, but If I take care of business I could.”
“Oklahoma features the running back they like to run the ball.” said Wingo, “I made it to Oklahoma this summer and it was nice.”
“Some schools that I like run the spread but that’s OK, I like catching the ball out of the back field.”
“I don’t know too much about Alabama, I will be visiting them soon.” he said
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Jess has narrowed his college choices down to Nebraska and Kansas.
“I’ve been to Nebraska and Kansas this summer and will make it to Nebraska again. My mother went with me last time.” said Coffey
Coffey was rolled out the red carpet and met several Nebraska staff and coaches.
“Nebraska has a good environment, good people there and the school is good.” he said, “I met with the engineering people when I was there (Nebraska) last. Nebraska facilities are awesome the best”
“I met Barney Cotton (Nebraska offensive line coach), he is a good guy, an ole fashion coach.” said Coffee, “Coach Cotton know Kansas offensive line coach John Reagan they are good friends.”
“I met Bo Pelini too. He knows what it takes. He doesn’t give you any propaganda. I did meet Tom Osborne he’s a good guy. He seems he (Osborne) has Nebraska on the right track even though he will not be there for long.” said Coffey
“Coach Beck (Nebraska) is my primary recruiter he also knows the Je` Ney Jackson (Kansas cornerback coach) when he was at Kansas.”
“I call the Kansas coaches all the time. I’m just getting ready to call Coach Beck.” he said.
“Both Nebraska and Kansas are even. Kansas has very good coaches they are an up coming program. I actually met Coach Mangino he did loose some weight and looks good.” said Coffey
“Kansas has excellent facilities they are not well known like Nebraska but very good. Kansas just finished up on some facilities they just need some furniture and all. They are building more and will be done next year. There (Kansas) weight room is new they have custom machines.” he said
“I did make it to Oklahoma State before the Kansas and Nebraska visits.” said Coffee, “It was an OK visit but it didn’t compare to Kansas and Nebraska.”
“I do want to make a decision pretty soon. I want to commit before the season starts.”
E J BANKS, ATH, 6-0, 185, 4.5, MC KEES ROCKS (MONTOUR), PA
E J has more than 40 offers. Ohio State, Notre Dame, West Virginia, Pittsburgh, Rutgers and Virginia Tech are E J’s top six.
“I’ve already been to Ohio State, Notre Dame and West Virginia.” said Banks, “Late July early August I will make it to Rutgers and Virginia Tech. I’ll probably take two or three officials visits then commit.”
“I’m a early graduate, I plan on enrolling in January.” he said
“I like Ohio State’s coaching staff they seem down to earth like a family. They didn’t say if I could play early. I would most likely have to redshirt at Ohio State because of the players they have coming back.” said Banks
“Ohio State coaches said I’m a play maker someone to return punts.” he said
“I like Notre Dame it’s only a 5 to 5 ½ hour drive. I like the coaching staff at Notre Dame. Coach Brown is a cool guy.” said Banks
“I went to the Notre Dame spring game last April and met all the new recruits and hung out with them. Tradition is not much to me.”
“I haven’t heard from any west coast schools.” he said, “I want to stay on the east coast.”
“I like West Virginia’s new coach. West Virginia staff told me I could play early.” said Banks
“Last year I went to the West Virginia and Pittsburgh game. It was a crazy game. I went with a couple of my teammates that are students there now.”
“I didn’t see much of Morgantown but the campus at West Virginia seemed alright.” he said.
“Virginia Tech tells me that they have a lot of offers left and they have space for a cornerback. Virginia Tech coaches said they will lose cornerback’s to graduation and the NFL. I have a chance to play early if not my sophomore year.” said Banks
“I like Rutgers.” he said, “The coaching staff said they like me a lot. They said I could play early.”
“Nebraska offered me. I don’t know much about them. I’m not interested in them, it’s too far away.”
“I’m being recruited as an athlete, play quarterback and corner.” said Banks, “West Virginia likes me at quarterback a lot but they said I’m an impact corner too.”
“I called Coach Watson about me committing to Nebraska he said I made his year. Then I called Bo Pelini and he said I’m fired up and said he can’t wait until I get here.” said Green
“Both Nebraska and Texas A&M run the same offence (WCO), it’s just that a 17 year old could relate to Coach Watson and what they do. Watson was one of the main reasons why I going there.” he said
“When I went to Nebraska’s quarterback camp I met Coach Watson he was good to work with I could understand the terms he used. I met Joe Ganz when I was up there. You look at Joe and what he does on the field it tells you a lot what Coach Watson can do. ” said Green
“Nebraska and Texas A&M are about even but it came to fan base, Nebraska is the best, and the whole state is behind them.” he said
“I met Barney Cotton” said Green in reference to Nebraska Offensive Line coach, “He is huge, he can play football now, he can block for me.”
“I like Coach Ekeler too. He’s a lot like my coach all wired up. He is fun to be around.” He said
“At first distance was a factor I was a little skeptical about making the trip to Nebraska. But once I got there I loved it. My mother came with me too she loved it too.”
“I called the A&M coaches they were not mad but wanted to know why Nebraska. I told them. A&M said they were still going to recruit me, but it’s done. I’m 100 percent committed to Nebraska. I’m a midterm graduate will sign with Nebraska and will be there in January.” said Green
“I’m sure a lot of people in Texas are upset that I’m not going to Texas A&M. People assume if you live in Texas you should stay in state. But I know there is more people happy now.” he said
Corey has offers from Nebraska, Ohio State, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Arizona State, Stanford, USc and others.
“Arizona Junior Day’s was good I liked how they play defense.” said Adams, “The Arizona coaches understand they need to do better and I have an opportunity to play early.”
“I like Arizona’s coaching staff and their facilities are nice.” he said
“I use to hear from USC coaches when they were able to call recruits. I have not heard from them since. I need to contact them.” said Adams
“Arizona State Junior Day’s was cool. Me and a friend went there. We saw Arizona State’s facilities and the academic staff. They are in the process to build a new practice field and weight room.” he said
“I have not heard from Nebraska much and I haven’t called their coaches. Nebraska is known for their defense.” said Adams
“I’m going to narrow it down pretty soon to five or six schools. I will probably plan my officials from that list. I’m looking for the total package a good education and an opportunity to play early. I’m starting to look at depth charts and see where I can come in and play.” he said
“Last year I played defensive line, this year I will be moved to defensive end. I did play some defensive end in middle school.” said Adams
“It changes day to day if I want to stay close to home. I don’t have any favorites now.” he said
“Coaches said they like my presents on the field put pressure to the quarterback.”
Emory has offers from Missouri, Colorado, Texas, Nebraska, Oregon, Texas Tech, Tulsa, Kansas State, East Carolina, Vanderbilt, Northwestern, UTEP and others.
“Texas Junior Days was fun. I met Coach Brown and the staff. Texas has great facilities the weight room is huge.” said Blake.
“Texas was unsure of me at first and they offered me a grey shirt scholarship.” he said, “Texas coaches told me to be patient. I talked it over with my parents about the grey shirt and they seem not to mind it. I have a lot of offers on the table so I have options. I’m not really a Texas fan I like to watch football on television, a fan.”
“They (Texas) have 19 commitments and will sign 22. If someone decommits they will offer me a (regular) scholarship.” he Blake
“Last year I saw Texas play Nebraska and Texas Tech.”
“Texas A&M invited me down but I didn’t make it.” said Blake, “I haven’t talked to them since. If you don’t show interest in A&M they back off.”
“LSU Junior Days was nice.” he said, “I liked the academic center for all the athletes that’s my favorite part. All the coaches are different they have their own style.”
“I went to USC summer camp it was fun. I tested OK at the camp, once I got off the plane the camp started.” said Blake, “They didn’t offer me. I’m going to call the USC coaches and see what they thought of me. There were lots of players there. The campus was real nice.”
“I like Coach Carroll he played with my dad in the NFL.” he said
“Tulsa is a small school.” said Blake, “They were number one in the country total offense. They threw for over 5000 yards last year.” he said, “I’m going to Tulsa’s summer camp July 18-19. Tulsa didn’t say I could play early, I would have to earn my way.”
“It doesn’t bother me much that they (Tulsa) play in a small conference. My dad played for East Carolina.” he said
“Nebraska says I could play as a freshman. I might take an unofficial at Nebraska. I talk to Coach Brown every two weeks. Nebraska said they really like how I play and want me to come. Some schools like Nebraska and Missouri need a big, strong wide receiver.” said Blake
“I’m not sure when I will commit. I would like to take all my visits. Tulsa, USC, Texas, Texas Tech, Nebraska and Colorado are recruiting me the hardest.” he said
BRYAN UNDERWOOD, WR, 5-9, 160, 4.4, CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OHIO
Bryan offers from Nebraska, Boston College, Michigan, Michigan State, Wisconsin, Texas Tech and others.
“Boston College tells me I can fi in their system well. The coaches said they (Boston College) will always have a good quarterback and not to worry about it. They run a pro style offense.” said Underwood
“Boston College coaches tell me about education system and the history of their players.”
“Texas Tech has a great offense, the spread all they do is pass which I like. Texas Tech sends me letters now and then.” he said.
“Nebraska said I have the opportunity to play early. They talk to me about education and life, about players that use to play there.”
“Most coaches want me to return kicks and play the slot. They say I’m fast and I have a second gear where I can run past defenders.” said Underwood
“Michigan tells me how good I would be in their offense (spread).” he said, “They said I’m a super high schools player with lots of speed. I do like Coach Rodriguez.”
“Michigan State coaches were here last spring.” Said Underwood, “They talked to me how a player like me that can be drafted.”
“Wisconsin has slowed down their interest in me. Cincinnati and Boston College are recruiting me the hardest. I haven’t narrowed it down yet. I’m on schedule to qualify.”
BRENT QVALE, OL, 6-7, 300, 5.1, WILLISTON, NORTH DAKOTA
Brent has offers from Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota, North Dakota State, Montana and Montana State.
“I liked Nebraska’s camp a lot.” said Qvale, “Coach Pelini offered me on the spot in his office.”
“Coach Cotton (Nebraska) didn’t say if I could play early but they would see how it would work out. Coach Cotton was excited about me and wanted me to come. Barney e-mails me two or three times a week just to see how things are going. He came to my state track meet and saw me. Coach Cotton talked to my coach at the meet about me.” he said
“I talked to a lot of players at Nebraska and they are excited about the season.” said Qvale, “Some players feel they have a chance to have a good season.”
“I talked to Joe Ganz from Chicago.” he said, “He told me he (Ganz) really likes Nebraska. Joe lives away from Nebraska but he said you get use to it. No matter where I go, it’s going to be far away. I’m (Williston) twenty miles east of Montana.”
“Nebraska coaches knew about me through the Internet and some people told them about me.” said Qvale
“It would be exciting to be a part of a program that will be on the rise. Just to be in one of the classes that started it. I like Nebraska they have great tradition. Their weight room was awesome it’s the best one I’ve seen. Everything is new.” said Qvale
“I went to Iowa State one day camp and they offered me there.” he said, “Iowa State is really interested in me. Iowa State’s program is good but it doesn’t compare to Nebraska and Wisconsin.”
“I was suppose to visit Iowa but with all the flooding I stayed home.” said Qvale, “I will try to make it up there end of summer or for an official visit this fall.”
“Wisconsin offered me at camp. I liked it there a lot I felt comfortable there. I like the program a lot and Wisconsin facilities are very good.” he said, “Coach Bielema didn’t ask for a commitment, he just told me to go home with my family and make a decision when that time comes.”
“I like Wisconsin they have been successful the last 10 to 15 years. They play in a great conference.”
“We drove around Madison.” Said Qvale, “The streets are confusing none of them seem straight. The campus is real nice. Madison is a laid back city.”
“Right now I will take three official visits to Nebraska, Wisconsin and Iowa. Nebraska and Wisconsin are my top two schools.”
Mike has offers from USC, Nebraska, Florida, Stanford, Arkansas, Florida State, Stanford and others.
“I might visit USC.” Said Marry, “I like the coaching staff there. I get a lot of letters from them just asking how everything is going. USC said I could play early but could not guarantee it.”
“I will try to visit Nebraska this fall.” he said, “They send me letters. I do like how Nebraska runs the program. I like Bo Pelini. My coach use to go to Nebraska (as a student).”
“I like to play linebacker where I move around a lot. Use in blitz packages. All the schools recruiting me use the linebackers the same way. I don’t have a favorite school right now. I will narrow it down soon.” said Marry
“I didn’t make it to any Junior Day’s this year. I might go to Florida and Central Florida summer camps.” he said.
“I’ve been to Florida before.” said Marry, “I saw the Florida and Florida State game last year. I like the coaching staff at Florida, how they treat their players, take care of them.”
“I like everything there is at Florida. Gainesville is only a couple hours away. Florida coaches said I could play early too.” he said
“I don’t know too much about Florida State. I haven’t heard much from them lately.”
DIANTE JACKSON, WR, 6-1, 205, 4.5, WALNUT CREEK (LAS LOMAS), CA
Diante has offers from Oregon, Oregon State, Washington, Nebraska, California, Colorado, Arizona State and others.
“California Junior Day’s was nice it was close to home. The coaches are cool down to earth. The academics at California are very good.” said Diante, “California facilities are OK, they are trying to build some new facilities.”
“I like Colorado, the cold weather. I like the atmosphere from what I see on the Internet. I really like Coach Kiesau I call him now and then.” he said
“I like to check out Oregon.” said Diante, “I’ve seen on the Internet their facilities are great, but they don’t win games it’s more than that. Oregon coaches said I can play early but all schools say that, you have to earn a spot.” said Diante
“I want to take all five visits. Check everything out, the coaches, the atmosphere.”
“I’ve never been out of California so I have no leaders to base anything on. I want to see the schools, the coaches and have a relationship with the wide receiver coach. he said”
“I call the Arizona State coach once in awhile. I like the coaches at Arizona State they are friends of my coaches here.”
“I call Coach Gilmore (Nebraska) once in awhile. Gilmore is really a nice guy. He told me they (Nebraska) wanted a big wide receiver. Nebraska wants me to play the X receiver. Next year I will play the Z and move around more, put me in motion, should be a lot of fun. They (Nebraska) have been recruiting me for a month or two.” said Diante
“Coach Gilmore said I had a chance to play early too. I like Nebraska’s tradition, its big time football. The coaching staff is really good. I probably will visit them in the fall.” he said
Gebe has offers from LSU, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Colorado, Miami, USC, Arkansas, North Carolina and others.
“Nebraska’s camp was good. I met Bo Pelini and Marvin Sanders.” said Lynn, “They told me I could play early. Nebraska is losing two corners next year and they need someone to come in and play.”
“Nebraska’s camp was good I got coaches up by Coach Sanders that was the main reason why I went. The competition was not all that great. Coach Sanders is a real good coach he’s a lot of fun to be around. He gets you hyped up to play.” he said
“I was in Coach Sanders room watching film and he showed me some techniques. We looked at some press coverage’s we don’t use them in high school though. I learned a lot from him.” said Lynn
“Now that I met Coach Sanders I have developed a stronger relationship with him and will call him more.”
“I like Coach Pelini he uses a lot of different schemes. His defenses run a lot of corner blitzes.” he said.
“Coach Pelini has already turned it around at Nebraska. Everybody looks looser and faster, before the players looked big and stiff.”
“Nebraska’s facilities are one of the best. Arkansas has great facilities too. I like Nebraska it’s a college town it’s all about football. I don’t have any favorites Nebraska is up there."
"I’m not sure when I will commit. My Brother Phillip Dillard said Nebraska has a good staff and he likes them a lot. ” said Lynn
“Coach John Blake (North Carolina) has been recruiting me since I was a freshman. He recruited my brother Phillip Dillard (Nebraska).” he said
“I’ve been down to North Carolina before. They players seem to be close. North Carolina coaches they need two corners also.” said Lynn
“North Carolina’s campus is beautiful, Chapel Hill is real nice. I saw a North Carolina basketball game last year when they played Maryland.” he said
“I call and e-mail Coach Henson (LSU). Coach Henson is from Oklahoma. LSU is a great school they win and won the National Championship last year. Their (LSU) team plays with an attitude.”
JASON ANKRAH, DE, 6-4, 248, 4.79, GAITHERSBURG (QUINCE ORCHARD), MD
Jason has offers from Illinois, Oregon, Maryland, Nebraska, Michigan, Pittsburgh, Michigan State, Syracuse and others. Jason said he attended North Carolina, North Carolina State, Syracuse and Penn State Junior Days.
“I don’t know much about Nebraska I will visit them on an official visit this fall.” said Ankrah, “Coach John Papuchis use to play at my high school. He is a cool guy. J P sends me a lot of letters.”
“Coach J P said I could play early as a rush end type. He said I get to the quarterback and good against the run.”
“Distance is really not a factor. I lived here my whole life and I would like to leave the area, but something tells me its home here.”
“I like Virginia Tech defense its ridiculous.” he said, “They bring a lot of pressure to the quarterback and I like how the defensive backs play.”
“Maryland said they wanted me bad.” said Ankrah, “They said people would treat me like a super star. I went to their (Maryland) game and it was fun. I haven’t been to a game at Maryland but seen the campus before. It’s only a 30 minute drive from home.”
“Penn State has not offered me yet they want to see my test scores. I take the ACT test again next year. If they do offer Penn State would be in my top six. Penn State has a former teammate of mine that plays there now.” he said
“I would like to go to school with my teammate Travis Hawkins we have similar offers. I don’t know when I will commit it could be before season, during the season or after.” said Ankrah
Jelani has offers from Nebraska, Kent State and Eastern Michigan
“Running backs coach (Nebraska Coach Beck), gave me a verbal offer in April and sent me a written offer in May.” said Ford, “Nebraska coaches said they will get back to me for a visit, but I have not heard back from them. My dad is supposed to contact Nebraska and see what’s going on.”
“I would like to make it up there (Nebraska) but it’s so far away. I check out Nebraska on the Internet and the campus looks nice.” he said
“I visited UCONN Junior Day’s and I really liked it a lot. It’s close to home.” said Ford, “I don’t know if they will offer me or not. UCONN has the fifth largest weight room.”
TOBIN OPUREM, RB, 6-1, 228, 4.4, PLANO (EAST), TEXAS
Tobin has offers from Purdue, Kansas, Nebraska, Tulsa, Rice, Arkansas, Illinois, Arizona State and others.
“Kansas and Purdue are recruiting me the hardest. Kansas is probably my favorite right now.” said Opurem, “ I plan on visiting Kansas this summer. If I like it there I might commit.”
“Kansas coaches said I could play early. Kansas likes running the ball even though they run the spread.” he said, “They (KU coaches) said I’m a big guy who plays like a little guy. I make plays after contact.”
“I still hear from John Papuchis (Nebraska).” said Opurem, “Nebraska got a commitment from Trinity running back (Tray Robinson) and they are still offering me a scholarship. I like Nebraska the running backs catch the ball.”
“Some schools are recruiting me as a full back, Nebraska hasn’t said want they want me as. I do prefer playing running back. I will probably make it to Nebraska for a visit this summer.”
“I like Purdue I will visit them this summer too. Purdue coaches also said I could play early.” said Opurem, “They have a great engineering school it’s a possibility I will major in engineering.”
“I don’t know when I will commit. I like to visit some schools this summer before I make a decision. I like a place where I feel comfortable with the atmosphere.”
Opurem went on to say that none of the Texas schools are recruiting him so distance is not a factor. Tobin said he like Wake Forest also. He knows a couple of players at Wake now.
J T KERR, TE, 6-4, 230, 4.7, SAN DIEGO (SCRIPPS RANCH), CAL
J T has offers from Nebraska, Arizona and San Diego State. I hearing from Oregon, UCLA, Washington, Washington State, Boise State, Wake Forest, Arizona State and USC.
“Right now I’m wide open.” said Kerr, “Arizona coaches said I could play early. They (Arizona) said they will take one or two tight ends. Arizona recruiting coordinator is really a nice guy.”
“I went to Tucson on an official visit for their spring game. There were a lot of people there, I was surprised. I really like the weather.” he said
“Oregon didn’t offer me but it sounded like they will later.” said Kerr, “They (Oregon) have film on me and at first they said I didn’t rank high enough for a scholarship. A (Oregon) junior tight end de-committed and the tight ends coach said he really liked me on film.”
“I call Coach Brown (Nebraska) now and then. Coach Brown wants me to call (Bo) Pelini.” he said, “I tried for 1 ½ to 2 weeks but have not got in touch yet.”
“Coach Brown came by my school last spring and saw some 7 on 7 for awhile. Coach Brown said he liked my competitive spirit and could see me gain 20 to 30 pounds and still have my athletic ability.”
“My dad and I are going to visit Nebraska middle June early July.” said Kerr, “If I like about what I see It would give me reason to commit. I like Nebraska’s tradition, love the prestage.”
“Schools look at my size and say I’m very active. I have potential once I’ve developed as a player.”
J T added that he transferred two months ago from Fallbrook High School. Both Fallbrook and Scripps Ranch run the spread offense.
ORSON CHARLES,TE, 6-3, 216, 4.5, TAMPA (PLANT), FLORIDA
“I’m going to LSU this weekend for a one day camp.” said Charles, “I like how LSU uses their tight ends (two tight end set). I like the tight ends coach (Lane). He came by my school this spring. I don’t expect to play early at LSU or any other school I have to earn a spot.”
“I like Nebraska coach Beck is recruiting me.” he said, “They want me to make it up to camp I’m not sure if I will. My coach and I will plan out where to go this summer.”
“I might go to Nebraska if they are in my top five. I don’t know when I will narrow it down. I want to take my time. I want to know how teams use their tight ends and I want to major in construction engineering.”
“I’ve been to Florida State once and I liked it.” said Charles, “I really liked the Florida State’s tight end coach (Coley). He coached the tight ends for the Miami Dolphins. Coach Coley can coach up his players.”
“I want to visit USC this summer.” he said, “I want to see the athletes there. I hope to get an offer from them. USC is everybody’s dream school, the big boys.”
“USC coaches said I’m fast for my size and can gain weight. Some schools are recruiting me as an H-Back. USC said I remind them of tight end Fred Davis that was taken in the second round.”
“Oklahoma didn’t offer me right away they saw all my Florida offers and thought they didn’t have a chance, but once Oklahoma knew I was wide open they started to recruit me.” said Charles
“Oklahoma coach Wilson said they are losing the top two junior tight ends next year and I have a chance to earn a spot. Coach Wilson said he will send me some academic stuff. I definitely like to visit them (Oklahoma) this summer. Oklahoma is always in contention.”
“I like Michigan I would like to make it to their camp.” said Charles, “Michigan sends a lot of players to the NFL. I definitely like to look into them, see what their (Michigan) staff is like.”
Jeremaih was written offers from Kansas State, Nebraska, Louisville, Texas Tech, Arizona State, New Mexico State and Colorado State. Oregon gave Jeremiah a verbal offer and said a written letter will be in the mail.
“My top three right now are Oregon, Texas Tech and Louisville.” said Jeremiah
“I made it out to Texas Tech with my family. I sat down and had a conversation with Coach Leech in his office for about 30 minutes. He (Coach Leech) said they really like to have me. He said that I would have to redshirt my Freshman year.” Said Sirles
“Texas Tech runs the spread offense like most schools I like. Our coaching staff a couple years ago went down to a coach’s clinic at Texas Tech to learn their offense. Our offense at Bear Creek is just like Texas Tech now.” he said
“I went to Texas Tech spring game. They have great facilities and the weather is great. I love it there. Texas Tech has one of the highest graduation rates. Lubbock is a small town but the campus is fairly large.”
“I like Louisville. I don’t know much about them I check them out on the Internet. I get a lot of letters from them. I tried to connect with them (Louisville coaches) but because of my job it’s hard.”
“I will make it to Nebraska this summer.” he said, “My dad wants me to take visits to schools that offered me during the summer and then make official visits based from them.”
“Nebraska is close to home.” said Sirles, “It’s not even three or four hours.”
“Bo Pelini is a great coach he will definitely turn it around at Nebraska. Bo did a great job at LSU.” he said, “Barney Cotton came by last month he’s a really nice guy.”
“Nebraska is a dominate rushing team. My only concern would be run blocking. I’m good at pass blocking. It would be something I would need to improve on. All players have weaknesses.”
“All the schools I’m looking at are similar pass first then run. I want to go to a school where the coaching staff is stable. I don’t want to go somewhere where the staff will be gone when I get there.” said Sirles
“I’m going to wedding in Chicago this week-end and I told the Northwestern coaches that I’m coming up.” he said, “The academics at Northwestern are the leader of the pack by far. All schools have good academics but Northwestern is the best.”
Uzoma has offers from Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Texas A&M, Washington State, Missouri, Oklahoma and others.
“I like Nebraska I recently talked to Coach John Papuchis he sounded pretty good.” said Nwachukwa, “JP said I could play early and they wanted to upgrade their receiving corps and they needed a player like me. JP said it’s all about the players (At Nebraska) not just winning just a positive atmosphere.”
“I’m not sure if I will visit them (Nebraska) this summer. I’m going to try to visit schools that offered me.” he said
“I talked to Coach Ianello (Notre Dame) he was over here last spring and Coach Weis. He’s (Weis) like a celebrity. Notre Dame coaches said I could play early they would like to fit me in the slot.” said Nwachukwa, “
“I’m going to visit Notre Dame June 17 with my brother and mom.”
“I like Missouri a whole lot.” he said, “I like what they do on offense it’s like what we do here (Allen). Coach Jackson is a really nice guy. Missouri coaches said I can play early. They expect Maclin to go pro early. I will probably visit them this summer.”
“I liked Texas A&M Junior Day’s it was like one big real family. Coach Randy Jordan is an exciting guy, very funny and always laughing. A&M coaches said I will definitely play early use me in the slot, run reverses and use me as a deep threat.” said Nwachukwa
“When I was the A&M spring game it was a whole lot of fun.” he said, “The fans were calling out my name. I didn’t see too much passing, it was pretty basic.”
“Arkansas offense is the spread like Nebraska. They like to spread the field. Arkansas coaches said I could play early there too.”
“I went to a Oklahoma scrimmage and I got to talk to Coach Stoops I like him a lot.” said Nwachukwa, “Oklahoma’s offense is a lot like ours at Allen. Oklahoma coaches said they are losing their top 3 wide receivers and I could come in and play early. Plus their quarterback Sam Bradford will be back.”
“I don’t know much about Kansas but I’ll try to make it up there this summer.” he said, “Kansas did some great things last year.”
“I have narrowed my list down to Notre Dame, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Kansas and Arkansas.”
“I would like to make it to some schools this summer and make a decision before schools starts. I would like to stay close to home where I can come home on week-ends. If I leave the area it would have to be pretty good. I want to go to school where I feel the most comfortable.” said Nwachukwa
Knile has offers from Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Missouri, LSU, TCU, Iowa State, Mississippi State, and others.
“Liked LSU Junior Day’s.” said Davis, “LSU is one of my favorites their football facilities are very good. The academic center is planned out good for incoming freshmen they have a lot of counselors.
“I like Nebraska I might take a visit there.” he said, “The Nebraska coaches call me now and then. Nebraska coaches say I’m a physical player and I’m put together.”
“Oklahoma, Missouri and Mississippi State are recruiting me the hardest.” said Davis, “I like Oklahoma they win every year. I like Coach Gundy we have a great relationship. I might go to one of their summer camps.”
“The academic center at Oklahoma is good. The coaches are loyal to their players and they have a good training facility.” he said.
“I like Texas A&M the fans cheer together at the games. Randy Jordan is recruiting me at A&M, I like him a lot.”
“I like Missouri the coaches said they really want me.” said Davis, “I don’t know much about them I might visit Missouri this summer.”
“I don’t have a any favorites right now no top five or anything. I would like to commit before the season starts.”
RYAN HEWITT, TE, 6-4, 220, 4.8, DENVER (MULLEN), COLORADO
Ryan has offers from Arizona State, Colorado, Colorado State, Stanford, Washington State and Wyoming.
“Stanford Junior Days was great. I like their staff they (Stanford) are young an entergic .” said Hewitt , “Stanford coaches said I have a lot of potential and move around good.”
“Stanford academics are very good. I like Palto Alto it was a cool city.” he said.
“Colorado has just started recruiting me. I hear from them about every couple weeks.” said Hewitt.
“I don’t know too much about Arizona State. I’m going to try to make it up there this summer. Arizona State is a good school.” he said
“Washington State is recruiting me the hardest they came by my school this spring. Nebraska came by last spring too but didn’t offer me.”
“I’m wide open right now.” said Hewitt, “I’m not sure when I will commit or how many official visits I will take.”
Rex has more than 25 offers. Some schools include Auburn, Alabama, Texas Tech, Nebraska, Michigan, LSU, Virginia and others.
“I already visited Nebraska (spring game) it was a great time.” said Burkhead, “More than 80,000 fans. It was cool.”
“I met Coach (Bo) Pelini, he seemed like a great guy. He wants me to stop by this summer, I don’t know if I will or not. I want to visit some other schools that offered me. We haven’t decided which ones.”
“Nebraska coaches said they like how I play. I can catch the ball, and I’m a good runner. I talked to Coach Beck and they still want me.”
“I’m originally from Kentucky.” he said, “I think I will visit them the first week of summer. Basically my whole family still lives in Kentucky. Kentucky coaches had just started recruiting me. The coaches came by my high school two weeks ago.”
“I definitely have interest in Alabama.” said Burkhead, “I went to their summer camp last year. It was really nice.”
“I went to Texas Tech Junior Days I liked it up there.” he said, “I like how everything is put together. The stadium, practice field and weight room is all in one area. I talk to the Texas Tech coaches once a week.”
“I don’t have a top five right now. I will take all five visits before I decide.”
JOEY FONTANA, OL, 6-3, 290, 5.1, NEW ORLEANS (BROTHER MARTIN), LA
Joey has offers from Nebraska, Louisiana Tech, Tulane, Arkansas and Kentucky.
“My dad and I are going to visit Nebraska in early June about two weeks. Nebraska coaches are very excited that I’m going up there and see them and so am I. I try to call them (Nebraska coaches) they send me a lot of hand written letters.” he said
Nebraska is recruiting me as a center or offensive guard.” said Fontana, “Nebraska has great tradition they sent linemen to the NFL late 80’s early 90’s.”
“I know about coach Pelini since I live here in Louisiana. It takes a lot for national championship coaches to rebuild a program like Nebraska. I put a lot of trust for coaches to do that.”
In reference to Coaches Ekeler and Papuchis both came over from LSU with Bo Pelini.
“Distance isn’t a factor I’m not worried about how good the team is now and about national championships. I want a school where I feel comfortable at. Same place where I will spend the next five years at.” said Fontana.
“I would like to visit all the schools that offered me and some that have not.” he said
“I don’t know much about Oklahoma State, but since we are going to Nebraska we thought about visiting Oklahoma State.” said Fontana
“I did visit Arkansas, we went to their spring game.” he said, “I really did like it there (Arkansas) they are top of my list. I like to back there to see the campus more before it was more like football.”
“Oklahoma like Nebraska they have great tradition.” said Fontana, “Oklahoma has not offered yet but it sounded like they will in a couple of weeks. Oklahoma has won national championships and played well with SEC teams.”
“Sabin (Alabama) will bring back the program. I did see a game in 2003 I really liked it a lot. It was a good atmosphere. I grew up following LSU and Alabama. My mom and grandpa went there (Alabama).” he said
“My mother works for Delta so I’m able to visit man schools.”
Joey added that he will visit Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Kansas State this summer and will try to make it to Arkansas, Central Florida and Florida State.
MIKE MARROW, RB/FB, 6-1, 240, 4.7, TOLEDO (CENTRAL CATHOLIC), OHIO
Mike has offers from Alabama, Nebraska, Penn State, Army and Toledo.
“I know the head coach Bo Pelini (Nebraska).” said Marrow, “My dad is good friends with Bo they use to play basketball together at Cardinal Mooney (Youngstown-Ohio). Just last week all the Nebraska coaches sent me hand written letters in one big envelope.”
“I don’t know much about Nebraska.” he said, “I’m going to visit them and Alabama this summer.”
“Alabama said I could play early. I know the Alabama coaches well.” said Marrow, “Coach Sabin sends me lots of letters and said they want me bad. I like the area, the SEC. Right now Alabama and Penn State are my top two schools.”
“I like Penn State’s tradition.” he said, “Last year I went to the Penn State and Perdue game. I really liked it a lot, the campus is nice.”
“Joe Paterno’s son Jay came by my school last week I missed him because I had a math test.”
“Notre Dame said they will offer me in June. They want to see my test scores first.” said Marrow, “Notre Dame is the only school that is recruiting me as a fullback. Others want me as a running back. Notre Dame said they only want one fullback (2009 class).”
“We just moved to Toledo last year from Columbus. My dad took a job here. Ohio State said they will offer me later. I went to some of their games last season.” he said
“Michigan State came by last week to get film. It looks like they might offer me later.”
Mike added that he would like to visit schools this summer and make a decision by fall. Alabama, Penn State, Michigan State, Notre Dame and Nebraska are among the schools Marrow would like to visit. Mike said he might not make the Penn State trip because of distance.
NATHAN SCHEELHAASE, QB, 6-3, 188, 4.5, KANSAS CITY (ROCKHURST), MO
Nathan had many offers from such schools as: Iowa, Nebraska, Arkansas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Wake Forest, Stanford, Kansas, South Florida, Oklahoma State, Colorado, San Diego State, Illinois.
“Nebraska’s spring game was a good time.” said Scheelhaase, “I hung out with Will Compton. I met him last year when we went to the USC game. I kept in touch with him ever since. Nebraska’s facilities are the best, they improve about every year.”
“Nebraska coaches say I know the offense well and developed my skills. They (Nebraska coaches) said they would like to see me in red and white. Coach Watson sends me lots of letters.” he said
“I will probably make it to Lincoln June 9th for a day and see what is going on.”
“Missouri Junior Day’s was a good time. It’s a local school. I know a lot of players from my school that play at Missouri.” said Scheelhaase
“Missouri coaches said they want to keep all the instate players and branch out from there, become more of a national team. All the Missouri coaches been together for 7 or 8 years, they seem to click together.”
“Oklahoma is one of the best programs year end year out.” he said, “My dad played football with Coach Stoops at Iowa. I’ve been down to Oklahoma to see games in the past.”
“Oklahoma coaches said I can play at the next level. Coach Heupel (QB coach) was on the National Championship team. Coach Heupel is coming up to Rockhurst this Friday.” said Scheelhaase
“Colorado just offered me, they are a coming program.” he said, “They signed the number one running back last year. In a couple years they will contend for the Big 12 North.”
“I don’t know much about them (Colorado), I will visit Colorado this summer.”
“I’m going to Iowa this summer with my dad. They were the first school to offer me.”said Scheelhaase, “I use to make trip to Iowa City when I grew up, I saw a couple games there.”
“Iowa is a good education. I like Big 10 football its hard nose football.” he said
“I like Houston Nutt (Mississippi), they were my second offer. I feel good with their program. Ole Miss runs the spread offense the play fits my style.”
“I check the internet to see what schools are recruiting quarterbacks. It’s important who they are after, who they sign. I do have the mentality to beat out who ever I do compete against. I will probably narrow my list down once I visit all the school this summer, I would like to make a decision by fall.”
Some schools Nathan said he would like to visit this summer: Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Mississippi, South Florida, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, and Illinois.
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.”
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), FLORIDA
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.
