We know Kiffin can coach based on what exactly? His 5-15 record in the NFL? Or his .500 record with the Vols? What has he EVER accomplished as a head coach? The only things we KNOW Lane Kiffin can do is be a s bag and ride his daddy's coattails.
the blind dislike for kiffin is dumbfounding...i guess the media really is effective.
1) oakland got better while kiffin was there, you could see it on the field and you could see it...even in the record
2) tennessee made a 2 game improvement (in the regular season) while kiffin was there and finished better in conference, albeit losing to a superior vtech team in their bowl
3) kiffin coached, as an assistant, with great success @ USC
...whats wrong with you people? wake up.
people usually dislike those who get jobs handed to them because of their last name
Although I'm sure he would have had the same opportunities had he grown up poor
based on what I've read, most of us are indifferent
your blind like for Kiffin is what is really dumbfounding.
oakland got so much better that he got fired after they won 5 out of 20 games.1) oakland got better while kiffin was there, you could see it on the field and you could see it...even in the record
only you could see it...even in the record
I can't wait to hear something like "if you choose the Beavers, you will end up pumping gas for the rest of your life like all the other players from that state who have gone to Oregon State"2) tennessee made a 2 game improvement (in the regular season) while kiffin was there and finished better in conference, albeit losing to a superior vtech team in their bowl
Kiffin coached an offense full of NFL talent including two Heisman trophy caliber players Leinart, Bush, Steve Smith, LenDale, etc. that would make any mediocre o coordinator look good.3) kiffin coached, as an assistant, with great success @ USC
...whats wrong with you people? wake up.
what's wrong with you?
I agree with Blake, Kiffin doesn't impress me at all, It's going to be fun watching the wide open Pac 10
Wide open for Oregon or USC
is that Stanford rb going pro?
I don't have a blind like for kiffin...he's fantastic and shown it again and again.
Blake, once again, you've proven any exchange with you whatsoever, is fruitless.
Oakland and Tennessee got better, plain as day. You ignore that and that's fine. Any smart fella knows kiffin was fired cause Davis has lost it.
Yeah Gerhart went pro
The bottom line is if Kiffins last name was Williams he wouldn't have been an assistant at 27 and a head coach in the NFL at 29. Not even you are going to admit you were happy Carroll left for Seattle because you wanted Kiffin
Why would I be happy Carroll left, and what does that have to do with anything? I don't care why kiffin got his chance, that's irrelevant, he's had success everywhere.
...you take your chances, however you get them, in this life.
Ok so you admit that and the fact he has a well below 500 record as a head coach, that's why people question him and why your opinion is so strange
I was unaware kiffin was suppose to take a crappy Oakland team to the superbowl and a below average Tennessee team to the sec le. Apparently, the current state of affairs when you enter a situation is of no importance. I don't live in that world.
If all lane kiffin is...is an amazing recruiter and great administrator of coaches, he'll have done his job. That being said...the kid can coach.
Sorry suckers, you'll have to wait longer for USC to fall.
I live in a world where people tell me coaches are good BECAUSE their teams suck
Which is entirely possible.
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From Rivals
Offensive Position Recruiting Rankings
QUARTERBACK
1. STANFORD
Brett Nottingham
Dallas Lloyd
Darren Daniel
Three quarterbacks give the Cardinal the top class in the nation. Depth behind Andrew Luck is key, which is why Brett Nottingham, Dallas Lloyd and Darren Daniel were signed. Lloyd will go on his church mission right out of high school, and Nottingham is one of the best prospects in this year's class.
2 (tie). MISSOURI
Tyler Gabbert
James Franklin
The Tigers tie with Penn State for the second best class. Along with four-star quarterback Tyler Gabbert, four-star Rivals 250 dual-threat quarterback James Franklin has a chance to be special. He has all the physical tools to be next in line behind Blaine Gabbert for the Tigers.
2 (tie). PENN STATE
Paul Jones
Robert Bolden
The Nittany Lions added some much-needed depth at quarterback with four-stars Robert Bolden and Paul Jones. Each has the physical tools to be a very good player, and they are both strong in the leadership department.
4. TEXAS
Connor Wood
Case McCoy
Connor Wood out of Houston was an Army All-American, and he is a very skilled player. But Case McCoy is Colt's younger brother, and you can never count out anybody from that family.
5. WEST VIRGINIA
Barry Brunetti
Jeremy Johnson
Four-star quarterback Barry Brunetti has the ability to be a true star in the WVU offense. He's a perfect fit because of his run-pass ability. Additionally, Jeremy Johnson was a steal out of Texas.
RUNNING BACK
1. USC
Dillon Baxter
D.J. Morgan
Soma Vainuku
The Trojans' running back class is highlighted by five-star Dillon Baxter, who is already on campus. Throw in talented all-purpose back D.J. Morgan and the nation's best fullback in Soma Vainuku, and this class is truly outstanding.
2. OREGON
Lache Seastrunk
Dontae Williams
Josh Huff
Any other year and Oregon would have the best running back class, hands down. Landing five-star Lache Seastrunk was a big victory for the Ducks. He was nationally recruited by some of the best programs. Throw in Dontae Williams and Josh Huff, and Oregon has some explosive weapons heading its way.
3.Miami
Eduardo Clements
Storm Johnson
Maurice Hagens
Darion Hall
Four-stars Eduardo Clements and Storm Johnson lead the way here. Each could help carry on the strong Hurricanes tradition at the position. Three-stars Maurice Hagens and Darion Hall could be steals. They both bring a lot to the table.
4. TEXAS A&M
D.J. Jones
Mister Jones
Ben Malena
The Aggies loaded up at the running back spot with three four-star rushers. D.J. Jones, Mister Jones and Ben Malena have different running styles, which could give A&M a lot of options to work with in the future.
5. WASHINGTON
Deontae Cooper
Jesse Callier
Zach Fogerson
The Huskies scored a home-run threat in Deontae Cooper, one of the best runners in California. He put up seasons with more than 3,000 yards rushing. He could be a guy that sees the field quickly for Washington. Jesse Callier was also a really good get from California.
WIDE RECEIVER
1. TEXAS
Mike Davis
Darius White
Chris Jones
John Harris
Darius Terrell
Five four-star receivers make this UT class the best in the country, but the gap between Texas, Tennessee and USC is slim. Mike Davis has the ability to step on the field and play from day one. He's one of the nation's most confident receivers. Darius White is also a tremendous threat with his physical toughness and speed.
2. TENNESSEE
Da'Rick Rogers
Justin Hunter
Matt Milton
Ted Meline
Landing Da'Rick Rogers, the top player in Georgia, was a major coup for the Vols on Signing Day. Rogers could have a Julio Jones-type impact at the next level. Throw in Justin Hunter - another Rivals100 prospect - and this group is special. Hunter's ceiling is as high as any other receiver in the nation.
3. USC
Kyle Prater
Markeith Ambles
Markeith Ambles and Kyle Prater are both five-star players and two of the best receivers in the nation. If Robert Woods - another five-star prospect - was in this group, USC would have the best class. But Rivals.com ranks Woods as an athlete because of his ability to contribute at a number of different positions.
4. FLORIDA
Chris Dunkley
Quinton Dunbar
Adrian Coxson
Solomon Patton
The Gators' class consists of four four-star receivers. The headliner in the group is Chris Dunkley. He may also get a shot at early playing time. If he stays focused, he could become a difference-maker for the Gators.
5. WEST VIRGINIA
Ivan McCartney
Deon Long
Quantavious Leslie
Dante Chambers
The Mountaineers crack the top five after landing two four-star receivers with 6.0 rankings on the Rivals Rating Scale. Ivan McCartney showed at the Army Bowl that he's one of the nation's best deep threats. Deon Long has a great frame, which should allow him to also be a threat over the middle.
TIGHT END
1. USC
Xavier Grimble
Christian Thomas
Randall Telfer
The Trojans landed the best tight end class ? and it wasn't even close. Xavier Grimble is the nation's No. 1 tight end, and he picked USC over a host of other national programs. Christian Thomas and Randall Telfer are also both ranked as four-star prospects and in the top six TEs nationally.
2. LSU
Travis son
Ken Adams
Nick Jacobs
Cameron Fordham
The Tigers went for depth at the tight end position, landing four quality targets. The headliners in the group are two four-star prospects - Travis son from the high school ranks and Ken Adams from junior college.
3. OKLAHOMA
Trey Millard
Austin Haywood
OU landed two four-star tight end prospects, but they have different skill sets. Trey Millard could be used more in an H-back role, while Austin Haywood has great receiving ability.
4. FLORIDA
Gerald Christian
Michael McFarland
The headliner here is Gerald Christian, a four-star recruit. Christian has the perfect body and speed to excel on special teams right away. He also has the potential to be a three-year starter for the Gators.
5. OREGON
Curtis White
Brandon Williams
Curtis White and Brandon Williams make up the Ducks' tight end class. Williams is one of the top junior college tight ends, and White is the nation's third-best high school tight end. If White comes in ready to compete, he will play as a true freshman. White is just too big and athletic to keep off the field.
OFFENSIVE LINE
1. AUBURN
Shon Coleman
Eric Mack
Roszell Gayden
Ed Christian
Chad Slade
Tunde Fariyike
The Tigers landed the best O-line class in the nation. The group has both quality and quan y. The Tigers scored five very good offensive linemen, led by five-star Shon Coleman. Coleman shot up the charts with a remarkable senior season and a dominating performance all week long at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Four-star lineman Eric Mack is the best of the rest.
2. OKLAHOMA
Bronson Irwin
Austin Woods
Tyrus Thompson
Daryl Williams
Adam Shead
The Sooners needed major help on the offensive line, and all five signees are high-quality prospects. Four-star standout Bronson Irwin is the headliner; he has a nasty streak, and he can play a number of positions. Austin Woods, Tyrus Thompson and Daryl Williams are also four-star prospects.
3. TEXAS A&M
Jake Matthews
Luke Joeckel
Cedric Ogbuehi
Shep Klinke
Garrett Gramling
The gap between No. 1 and No. 3 at offensive line is extremely small. A&M fans could have a legit argument the Aggies signed the nation's best line class. Jake Matthews likely will be a star for the Aggies. Matthews has all the tools to be a future NFL player. Luke Joeckel and Cedric Ogbuehi also are talented prospects. Expect many of these Aggie line signees to play early.
4. N.C. STATE
Robert Crisp
Tyson Chandler
Torian Box
Mikel Overgaard
Andy Jomantas
The Wolfpack's class is led by one of the nation's biggest and best tackle prospects. Robert Crisp - who is all of 6-7 and 290 pounds - was a great commitment because he was so heavily recruited nationally. Crisp has the ability to be a franchise player at the tackle spot. Tyson Chandler from the prep school ranks should also see the field quickly.
5. PENN STATE
Thomas Ricketts
Miles Dieffenbach
Luke Graham
Daquan Jones
Khamrone Kolb
The Nittany Lions landed five linemen, with two four-star prospects leading the way. Thomas Ricketts was a very good in-state get. Once Ricketts fills into his frame, look out. Miles Dieffenbach is also long and lean, but he plays with a real nasty streak.
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From Rivals
Barry Every
Recruiting Analyst
MORE: Signing Day Central
Rivals.com recruiting analyst Barry Every breaks down five of the top impact freshmen on the 2010 class.
Ronald Powell should have an early impact in the SEC.
APB Brennan Clay, San Diego (Calif.) Scripps Ranch (Oklahoma)
This multipurpose back rushed for 3,479 yards and 47 touchdowns over the past two seasons. He also proved his versatility by catching well over 70 passes. His performance at the Los Angeles Nike Training Camp was reminiscent of Christine Michael's performance at Top Gun last year. No one seemed to work as hard or look as natural going through agility drills. Clay also flashed superb hands and the ability to make yards after the catch. His size (6-0, 190) and versatility will allow him to see the field early and often. This back fits perfectly into the pass happy Sooners offense. The only thing that could stop him from performing as a freshman is fellow Oklahoma signee Roy Finch of Niceville, Fla.
OT Jake Matthews, Missouri City (Texas) Elkins (Texas A&M)
The son of NFL Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews proved to be one of the more athletic offensive linemen at the U.S. Army All American practices by demonstrating flexible hips and knees. Matthews also proved to have the size (6-5, 275) and ability to play any of the five offensive line positions. Couple these talents with the Aggies' need for quality depth along the line, and the chances of him playing early and often are only amplified. Normally I am not a big fan of sons of legends, but in this case Jake Matthews does not fall far from the superstar tree. His versatility will lead to longevity in the game of football.
S Alec Ogletree, Newnan (Ga.) (Georgia)
This Under Armour All American helped lead his high school team to a 13-1 record. Ogletree played on both sides of the ball and on most special teams. For a thick, muscular safety, Ogletree (6-3, 210) possesses above average-ball skills and takes no prisoners on defense. He will remind fans of former Georgia Bulldog Thomas Davis. There is no doubt that Ogletree will play a pivotal role on special teams as a freshman. But there is also a chance he will get an opportunity to play either safety or weak side linebacker next season. The Bulldog nation is looking for difference-makers on defense, and I think they have one in Ogletree.
WDE Ronald Powell, Moreno Valley (Calif.) Ranch Verde (Florida)
A true thoroughbred of an athlete, Powell (6-4, 230) could project as a linebacker, defensive end or tight end at the highest level of college football. His phenomenal performance at the U.S. Army All American practices - and during the game - propelled him to the No. 1 player in the country. Powell exudes athleticism. His ability to bypass offensive linemen with ease will assuredly afford him playing time in the SEC this coming year. He is also athletic enough to cover kicks. I am sure coach Urban Meyer would love to have Powell intimidating return men on the gridiron. Gators fans, get your chalk boards ready because his career sack total could be staggering.
WR Kyle Prater, Hillside (Ill.) Proviso West, (USC)
All week at the U.S. Army All American practices, Prater's name was being bandied about as a serious candidate for the No. 1 player in the nation. He proved to be the most fluid pass catcher of the bunch. He has the ability to make acrobatic catches and has the size and strength to overpower strong safeties or linebackers for jump balls. His height alone (6 feet 5) makes him a serious threat to score anytime his team is in the red zone. I am sure there is no person or player happier about this receiver's commitment to USC then Matt Barkley. Barring an injury, Prater should eventually become the No. 2 target as a freshman for the Trojans. Prater has an outside chance of having a first season similar to players like Julio Jones, DeAndre Brown, and A.J. Green did a couple years ago.
Others considered: RB Roy Finch, Niceville (Fla.) (Oklahoma); DT Sharrif Floyd, Philadelphia (Pa.) George Washington (Florida); Braylon Heard, Youngstown (Ohio) Cardinal Mooney (Nebraska); Owamagbe Odighizuwa, Portland (Ore.) David Douglas (Undecided), DT Sione Potoae, Lakewood (Wash.) Lakes (Washington).
From Scout
Experts Answer Post-Signing Day Questions
Seantrel Henderson capped a big day for Trojans
By Scout.com
Posted Feb 4, 2010
As the smoke begins to clear from signing day, Scout.com recruiting analysts from around the country answer five important questions.
What team had the biggest signing day surge?
Scott Kennedy | Director of Scouting
Looking nationally, it’s hard just to pick on team, so I’ll comment on several. It was a good day in Los Angeles as both USC and UCLA vaulted into the Top 10 with huge days. In the South, Florida State is back as a national player amongst recruits, and Ole Miss again closed with a flourish on Signing Day.
Allen Wallace | National Editor
For me, that team is UCLA. The Bruins elevated their rank hugely on LOI Day by adding LB Jordan Zumwalt, LB/DE Josh Shirley, DB/WR Anthony Jefferson, D Dietrich Riley and perhaps most importantly Owamagbe Odighizuwa. That's an amazing amount of firepower and it's all the more impressive because Pac-10 rivals USC, Stanford, Oregon, Washington and Arizona were all the victims of this final Bruin onslaught.
Chad Simmons | Southeast Region
LSU had the best surge in 2010; they stole Jarrett Fobbs from Texas A&M, Kadron Boone from Texas Tech, J.C. Copeland from Tennessee and then landed Ego Ferguson whom most felt would land in Miami. Les Miles really closed strong this year and they would be the top school in my region.
Brandon Huffman | West Region
USC and UCLA both. With Seantrel Henderson, Markeith Ambles, Nickell Robey and Hayes Pullard, the Trojans ended up with some elite eleventh-hour commits. While they'll have to wait to see what happens with Henderson and if he signs, the other signees USC got on Signing Day are a big boost. Across town, the Bruins landed five-star Owamagbe Odighizuwa and four-stars in Josh Shirley, Dietrich Riley, Jordan Zumwalt and Anthony Jefferson
Greg Powers | Midlands Region
Oklahoma may have not have moved up the most numerically, but the one spot that they did climb was huge as the Sooners supplanted Texas as the top class in the Big 12 and number two nationally with the news that five-star linebacker Corey Nelson had spurned Big 12 South rival Texas A&M to sign with Oklahoma. All in all, the Sooners inked 29 players with eleven of the 29 playing along the offensive or defensive line, so the Sooners could be bringing back some smash mouth football to the Big 12.
Bob Lichtenfels | East Region
I would have to say West Virginia made the biggest push on signing day by landing three commitments including four-star standout wide receiver Ivan McCartney and securing the services of three-star safety Travis Bell who had been a soft verbal. Rutgers would be a close second as they had a very good final twenty-four hours themselves including the signing of four-star wide receiver Brandon Coleman.
Allen Trieu | Midwest Region
Things were very quiet around the Big Ten. Michigan and Illinois were some of the few who picked up Signing Day commitments. As far as late surges though, Purdue had a couple late commits I really liked.
What team was hit hardest by either decommitment or missing out on players?
Scott Kennedy | Director of Scouting
Georgia took a couple of hits through the week losing four-star cornerback Nickell Robey to USC and five-star wide receiver Da’Rick Rogers to Tennessee. Stanford also was hit with defections including 4-Star corner Louis Young to Georgia Tech and 4-Star linebacker Jordan Zumwalt to UCLA.
Allen Wallace | National Editor
I think the team's that suffered the biggest late disappointments are Texas A&M and Georgia. The Aggies are at a point where they need to seriously start upgrading if they are to begin successfully competing with Texas again. Instead, Mike Sherman loses LB Corey Nelson to Oklahoma. Nelson was set to play the Mike position for the Aggies and they have a big need there. The loss of Jarrett Fobbs, their best WR commitment was just another punch in the stomach. Georgia fell badly by losing big play in-state WR Da'Rick Rogers to Tennessee and diminutive but speedy CB Nickell Robey to USC. Those are both the type of players who can change the complexion of games for a team and the Bulldogs look like they could use a jumpstart.
Da' Rick Rogers changed the course of two teams | Chad Simmons, Scout.com
Chad Simmons | Southeast
Georgia has to be the school here. They lost five-star wide receiver Da’ Rick Rogers to Tennessee on Signing Day and he had been committed to Georgia since June. B.J. Butler, Deon Rogers, and Nickell Robey also de-committed from them in the last few weeks and went on to sign with other schools. They lost out on top in-state defensive tackle Jeffrey Whitaker (signed with Auburn), linebacker Telvin Smith (signed with FSU), and wide receiver Jordan Akins (signed with UCF) amongst a couple others.
Brandon Huffman | West Region
Washington State lost two of their top commits, tight end Asante Cleveland to Miami and Maxx Forde, the son of a Cougar legend, to Idaho. They did, though, C.J. Mizell to soften the blow. But losing an elite tight end like Cleveland and a legacy like Forde hurt.
Greg Powers | Midlands Region
Texas A&M plummeted in the recruiting rankings after losing Jarrett Fobbs to LSU and Corey Nelson to OU. They were able to ink 3-star defensive tackle Brandon Jackson, but after starting the day in the Top 15 nationally the Aggies were left hanging on to the 25th spot by the end of the day.
Bob Lichtenfels | East Region
Again I would have to choose West Virginia, the last time I looked they lost eleven players who were committed to them at one point and that number could be twelve if you count the 72 hours of a commitment from Richard Ash. At one point in time West Virginia had the top class in the Big East and were top 15 overall earlier this season.
Allen Trieu | Midwest Region
Illinois had some decommitments earlier in the year that they were able to then fill the spots with. Ohio State lost Jordan Hicks, Matt James and Seantrel Henderson, but that is going to happen when you recruit the top players in the country.
What player’s decision surprised you the most?
Scott Kennedy | Director of Scouting
Linebacker Hayes Pullard attends a school in L.A. that had typically been very pro-UCLA, so his decision to attend USC was one of the bigger surprises. Five-star defensive end Corey Lemonier spurning Florida State to sign with the out of state Auburn Tigers was also a big surprise.
Allen Wallace | National Editor
I was totally blown away by LB/DE Josh Shirley's decision to attend UCLA over USC. For months the sentiment was that Shirley was headed USC's way. When he picked up the UCLA hat at his press conference, you could see even the interviewer was totally shocked. We later learned that Shirley had been secretly committed to UCLA for an unknown length of time, making the scenario even more interesting. You don't often see this type of misdirection combined with that amount of surprise at a national signing announcement. Another major surprise was DT Ricky Heimuli's decision to attend Oregon over UCLA. I had really penciled in Heimuli as a Bruin. The west was crazy this year as there were other late semi-shockers involving LB Hayes Pullard (USC), S Sean Parker (Washington) and TE Asante Cleveland (Miami).
Chad Simmons | Southeast
Keenan Allen really surprised me going out to the West Coast and signing with California. It did not really surprise me on Signing Day, but up until the last 24-48 hours, it looked like Clemson would be the school for him. It was a little shocking to see him go all the way across the country. Brandon Gainer to Kentucky was a big surprise too even though he is not a real high profile recruit.
Brandon Huffman | West Region
Josh Shirley to UCLA. For two months, he had said he was down to Arizona, USC, Washington and Miami. Then on Tuesday night, he told us he was down to USC, Washington and Miami. So who does he pick on Signing Day? UCLA, where he never even visited officially.
Greg Powers | Midlands Region
As surprising as the Corey Nelson to Oklahoma news was, the news that Arkansas managed to convince two committed Tulsa (Okla.) area players to switch their commits last minute was huge. Jarrett Lake had been committed to the Sooners for months and did not even play as a senior, but ended up signing with the Hogs. U.S. Army All-American defensive tackle Calvin Barnett's possible decommitment had been speculated upon for months and that speculation came to fruition on Wednesday when he switched from Oklahoma State to Arkansas.
Bob Lichtenfels | East Region
Good Counsel cornerback Louis Young changed his mind more than any player I have seen in all of my time in this industry. It’s not even the fact that Young did not end up at Stanford, but he goes to Georgia Tech and I am not sure anyone saw that one coming at all.
Allen Trieu | Midwest Region
Bruce Gaston going to Purdue came out of nowhere for me. It looked like Notre Dame for awhile, then the coaching change and his great visit to Michigan State happened and I thought he would be a Spartan. So he picks Purdue, but I think it's a good fit for both.
What team had the best recruiting year?
Scott Kennedy | Director of Scouting
Two traditional powers that thrust themselves back into the recruiting forefront for the first time in years are the Washington Huskies and the Florida State Seminoles. Washington had a much better season on the field, but the Huskies had laid the groundwork for a top fifteen class before the football season even began and Florida State closed on the week of Signing Day like the Florida State of old.
Allen Wallace | National Editor
Florida had the best year and the strength and depth of Urban Meyer's defensive ac ulation of players is truly remarkable. Roping in DE Ronald Powell from California, DT Sharrif Floyd from Pennsylvania and Dominique Easley from New York is about as good a defensive trenches triumvirate as I have ever seen land in one place. Throw in in-staters Lynden Trail and Leon Orr and you wonder how Gator opponents will hope to scheme against such immediate, overwhelming defensive pressure. Finishing strong with WR Adrian Coxson and OL Chaz Green was practically overkill. Also, imagine signing two safeties with the ability of Matt Elam and Jonathan Dowling.
Sean Parker was a key addition for Washington | Kevin Carden, SCPlaybook.com
Chad Simmons | Southeast Region
Auburn had the best recruiting year in the South. Many questioned the hiring of Gene Chizik from the very beginning and he won some big games in 2009 and recruited very well in 2010. He is off to a great start and will finish in the top five in his first full year at Auburn. Landing the top players in Arkansas (Michael Dyer), Louisiana (Trovon Reed), and Mississippi (Shon Coleman) is great and then landing five-star defensive end Corey Lemonier out of South Florida just added to their success in Alabama and Georgia.
Brandon Huffman | West Region
USC, UCLA and Washington all have to be happy with their hauls this year, especially the latter two, coming off a 7-6 and 5-7 season respectively. They are all amongst the top dozen schools.
Greg Powers | Midlands Region
The Sooners ended up with the top class in the region, but the case could definitely be made that Texas had the best year. How many coaching staffs would like to virtually get to pick their class? That's right, all of them! And that is basically what Texas did for the Class of 2010. They offered 33 players and 25 of them committed to Mack Brown and the Longhorns including the last six commitments coming from five-star talents.
Bob Lichtenfels | East Region
Penn State by a landslide they were the best team wire to wire. The hit the accelerator and never looked back. What is even more amazing is could you imagine how good this class would have been with five-star defensive tackle Dominique Easley and four-star wide receiver Adrian Coxson in it?
Allen Trieu | Midwest Region
Penn State had an outstanding year. They have one of the best classes in the nation. I'd have to throw Purdue and Northwestern in as teams who had excellent years and out of the MAC, Toledo had a really good class.
What player in your region is going to have the biggest impact?
Scott Kennedy | Director of Scouting
I think running back is the easiest position to come in and have the biggest impact, so I’d answer that question with another, by asking which good running back is going to a school that has the biggest need at the position? I could see number one running back Marcus Lattimore having a Trent Richardson (Alabama) like season at South Carolina. Maybe a guy like Spencer Ware at LSU with the Tigers losing its two leading rushers. But overall, if Scout’s number one quarterback Jake Heaps wins the job at BYU, he is going to throw for a lot of yards next year.
Allen Wallace | National Editor
I think USC, which was in need of playmakers, is the team that stands to realize the biggest impact, but it could be from four different prospects: WRs Kyle Prater, Robert Woods or Markeith Ambles and OL Seantrel Henderson - if he signs. The Prater/Woods/Ambles equation is very intriguing. Just who will emerge as the leader of that group is hard to say. For USC to try so hard for Ambles after securing Prater and Woods shows you how much the staff thinks of him. And the three might strongly impact the USC program immediately by igniting a fire under WRs like Brice Butler, De'Von Flournoy and Ronald Johnson, who will have to step up if they expect to hold the youngsters off. And if Henderson ends up signing with the Trojans and is truly comparable to past great OLs such as Orlando Pace, Jonathan Ogden or Anthony Munoz, then the USC o-line will be dramatically upgraded before long.
Chad Simmons | Southeast
I have to go with the obvious and say Marcus Lattimore. He is just the total package at running back and South Carolina needs someone like him. He is mentally and physically strong enough to play a big role in their offense as a true freshman in 2010. I look at Lattimore and see him having a Tim Tebow-like effect on South Carolina football. I am not talking about them winning two out of the next four national championships like the Gators, but just becoming the face of the program, representing them well on and off the field, and making key plays in key moments for the Game s. Lattimore is just that special.
Brandon Huffman | West Region
Since it's uncertain what Seantrel Henderson will do, I look to either Robert Woods/Kyle Prater at USC, to become favorite targets of Matt Barkley and Chris Martin at Cal to become the anchor of the Bears defense.
Greg Powers | Midlands Region
The player that may have the biggest impact right off the bat is Kansas Junior College quarterback signee Quinn Mecham. The race for the top spot is wide open in Lawrence and since Mecham was hand picked by Turner Gill's staff he would probably be the odds on favorite to win the job by the time the season rolls around. Kale Pick has received some reps behind Todd Reesing, but Mecham would still probably be considered the most veteran leader on the squad.
Bob Lichtenfels | East Region
Short term, I would choose Penn State recruit Mike Hull. I think Hull steps in at linebacker and plays right away. Long term, two guys who I think will eventually be high round draft choices if they work are offensive tackle Tom Ricketts who is headed to Penn State and defensive end T.J. Clemmings who is going to Pittsburgh. Ricketts has phenomenal upside and Clemmings is a freak athlete who will excel under the tutelage of Pitt defensive line coach Greg Gattuso.
Allen Trieu | Midwest Region
As far as immediate impact, I think Kyle Prater will be able to come right in and play at USC, he's just too special to not get on the field. I also think with the quarterback situation at
From Scout - Top 25 team capsules
#1 Florida Gators
Avg. Star Rating of Top 20 Commits - 4.20
Headliner: #1 DE Ronald Powell - Rancho Verde, Calif.
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Want to know the power for the Florida Gator recruiting machine? All five of Florida's 5-Star rated prospects announced for the Gators after Head Coach Urban Meyer went through his on-again / off-again retirement / leave of absence. Losing defensive coordinator Charlie Strong to Louisville was a blow, but new coach George Edwards is getting a huge transfusion of talent into the program with 15 defensive recruits including one of the best defensive line hauls in memory. Defensive end Ronald Powell (6-4/250) and defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd (6-2/311) are the top players in the nation at each of his positions. Florida is also reloading in the defensive backfield with commitments from seven players slated to play either safety or corner. Athlete Matt Elam (6-1/205) headlines this group as Scout's #2 safety nationally. Elam could also be one of the nation's best running backs. One the offensive side of the ball, it's more speed for the Gators as running backs Mack Brown (5-11/195/4.38) and Travon Van (5-11/190/4.4) are dangerous open field runners that operate best in space, and wide receiver Chris Dunkley (5-11/170/4.43) is a run after the catch receiver capable of taking a short pass and turning it into a big play. Sound familiar?
#2 Oklahoma Sooners
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 4.10
Headliner: #6 RB Brennan Clay - San Diego, Calif.
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Oklahoma and Texas battled to the end for the top spot in the Big 12. A signing day switch from 5-Star linebacker Corey Nelson (6-1/200) pushed the Sooners past the Longhorns on Signing Day. Oklahoma held the No. 1 spot on Scout's Team Rankings for much of the season with early commitments from the likes of 5-Star quarterback Blake Bell (6-6/215) and 5-Star running back Brennan Clay (5-11/190/4.45). The top three teams on Scout's rankings have an interesting contrast of players. Florida is heavy on defensive backs. Texas is heavy on wide receivers, and both of them are light on the offensive line with only three linemen between them. Oklahoma is bringing in the #1 offensive line class in the country with five players ranked 4-Stars by Scout including powerful interior line prospects Bronson Irwin (6-5/315) and Adam Shead (6-4/320). The Sooners typically make a living in the state of Texas, but Oklahoma ventured out to the left coast to pluck three stars from the San Diego area. 5-Star wide receiver Kenny Stills (6-1/180/4.36) and hard hitting linebacker Tony Jefferson (6-0/210) join Clay to give Oklahoma three of the West Coast's top prospects and an influx of speed that could be put to use early at Oklahoma.
#3 Texas Longhorns
Avg. Star Rating of Top 20 Commits - 4.25
Headliner: #2 DE Jackson Jeffcoat - Plano, Texas
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For the first time in years, the Texas Longhorns added some drama to January with a pair of late commitments from 5-Star defenders Jackson Jeffcoat (DE, 6-4/233) and Jordan Hicks (LB, 6-2/200). Texas is no stranger to the top of the recruiting rankings with four Top 10 finishes in the last five years, but the 2010 edition of the Longhorn class saw a later assault on the top spot than usual. Of Texas' six 5-Star commitments, only one (defensive end Reggie Wilson (6-3/238)) committed to the Longhorns before October 29th. By contrast, only two players of any rating committed to Texas that late in the season in the last two years combined. Jeffcoat and Wilson give Texas the most potent pair of ends in the nation, but it's the wide receiver position that is making the headlines in this class. While the Gators went heavy on defensive backs, Texas is bringing in six wide receivers including 5-Stars Mike Davis (6-1/175/4.38) and Darius White (6-4/195/4.60) as well as do-everything athlete Demarco Cobbs (6-2/205/4.50) who could see time at running back, safety, or wide receiver before his career is done at Texas. With over 400 players to choose from in the state of Texas alone, the Longhorns didn't exactly bring in a class from all over the country, but with three out of state players on the commitment list, that equals the amount Texas brought in from out of state in the last three years combined.
#4 Alabama Crimson Tide
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.95
Headliner: #1 CB Demarcus Milliner - Millbrook, Ala.
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No pun intended, but the Crimson Tide continue to roll. Alabama is poised to finish with its third straight Top 5 Class on Scout, and with the results on the field to validate the recruiting pitch off of it, Alabama shows no sign of slowing down. Alabama looks to have locked up its quarterback of the future with Scout's #2 ranked, 5-Star quarterback Phillip Sims (6-2/215) of Chesapeake, Va.. Sims set the all-time passing record in Virginia and will look forward to throwing to a bevy of young receivers joining him in this class. Four receivers are a part of the Alabama class including Texas import DeAndrew White (6-0/170) who is ranked 13th in the country by Scout. Those accustomed to seeing Alabama's smothering defense won't be disappointed. Demarcus Milliner (6-1/185) has the size and hitting ability of a safety with the hip turn of a corner; fittingly, Milliner is ranked #1 by Scout at cornerback. Milliner is joined by Scout's #6 corner Johnavon Fulton (6-0/175) and 4-Star junior college transfer Dequan Menzie (6-0/180). Putting pressure on the quarterback up front is one of the more intriguing prospects in the nation in Adrian Hubbard (6-7/230) of Norcross, Ga.. Hubbard just joined the football team as a senior after spending much of his prep career on the hard court. Hubbard's natural athleticism was discovered quickly and he racked up scholarship offers by the bushel as a senior.
#5 USC Trojans
Avg. Star Rating for Commits (18) - 4.06
Headliner: #1 WR Robert Woods - Gardena, Calif.
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How has USC transitioned from the Pete Carroll era? How about the No. 1, No. 3, and No. 4 prospects in the country regardless of position? USC pulled in Scout's No. 1 prospect in the country on Signing Day in Seantrel Henderson (6-8/338) joining receivers Robert Woods (6-2/185) and Kyle Prater (6-5/205). Throw in Scout's Xavier Grimble (6-5/245), Scout's #1 tight end, for good measure, and USC is bringing in a lot of weapons to reload and grow with true freshman quarterback Matt Barkley. February additions of Henderson, linebacker Hayes Pullard (6-2/220) corner Nickell Robey (5-7/165) wide receiver Markeith Ambles (6-2/190) and a late night Signing Day switch of 4-Star junior college transfer Marquis Jackson from UCLA to USC have vaulted the Trojans back into the Top 5.
#6 Auburn Tigers
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.70
Headliner: #2 RB Michael Dyer - Little Rock, Ark.
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Doing its part to make sure Alabama doesn't run off and hide in the SEC West, Head Coach Gene Chizik and staff took an adrenaline shot to Auburn's recruiting efforts in their first full year. Auburn's infusion of talent spans across its entire team. Auburn has 13 players rated 4-Stars or better by Scout, and those 13 players are spread across 10 different positions. No player personifies the versatility of this class better than 5-Star wide receiver Trovon Reed (6-0/180) of Thibodaux, La.. Reed filled a need at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl by volunteering to play corner during the week, a position he had very limited experience. By all accounts, he was the best corner in attendance. Scout's #2 running back Michael Dyer (5-10/195/4.49) should step in and see playing time right away. Auburn's front seven on defense also features several players that could be on the field as freshmen including 4-Star defensive tackle Jeffrey Whitaker (6-4/295) and any one of five linebacker commits including LaDarius Owens (6-3/230) and Jake Holland (6-1/228). Of all of Auburn's recruits though, none is being counted on to have an impact as great as Scout's #1 Junior College quarterback Cameron Newton (6-6/245/4.52). Newton offers a run/pass option that could be the difference between a good season at Auburn and a great one in 2010.
#7 LSU Tigers
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.50
Headliner: #4 S Eric Reid - Geismar, La.
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Speaking of being no stranger to the Top 10 in recruiting, since Scout's first full year starting with the Class of 2003, LSU has only finished outside of the Top 10 once, in 2005 when the Bayou Bengals only signed 13 players. Safety Eric Reid (6-1/202) has the size of a linebacker with the speed of a defensive back. He looks to continue LSU's most recent tradition of fast, nasty defensive back play. Spencer Ware (5-11/215), Scout's #10 running back nationally, could see immediate time next year with the departure of leading rushers Charles Scott and Keiland Williams to graduation.
#8 UCLA Bruins
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.50
Headliner: #3 RB Malcolm Jones - Westlake Village, Calif.
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A team that may become more and more familiar with the Top 15, UCLA stood at #5 on signing day last year, and the Bruins vaulted back into the Top 10 in 2010. No longer content to go after the players that USC isn't, all five of UCLA's top rated prospect hail from the Los Angeles area. 5-Star running back Malcolm Jones is an inside bruiser that could also be a standout linebacker. UCLA added several prizes on Signing Day including 5-Star defensive end Owamagbe Odighizuwa (6-4/240), 4-Star linebacker Josh Shirley (6-2/220), 4-Star safety Dietrich Riley (6-1/205) and 4-Star cornerback Anthony Jefferson (6-2/180).
#9 Penn State Nittany Lions
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.80
Headliner: #1 LB Mike Hull - Canonsburg, Pa.
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Anyone that doesn't follow recruiting religiously that has gotten a chance to see Scout's #1 linebacker Mike Hull (6-0/220) play, typically has the same comment, "Makes sense that kid is going to Linebacker U". Hull has size, speed, instincts and the drive to succeed that make him the top linebacker in the country this year. Making life easier for Hull will be Scout's #5 defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (6-4/300). Jones can occupy a double team or take the glory himself with his quick step into the backfield. The Nittany Lions are also bringing in a pair of highly ranked quarterbacks in 5-Star run/pass threat Paul Jones (6-3/225) and conventional dropback passer Robert Bolden (6-4/205 ranked #8 nationally).
#10 Florida State Seminoles
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.45
Headliner: #2 MLB Jeff Luc - Port St. Lucie, Fla.
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Shortly after Al Gore invented the internet, the business of tracking recruiting sprang to life. Even in its infancy, there was one rule in recruiting, if Florida State was on a kid, everyone else had an uphill battle. For the last several years that was no longer the case as uncertainty surrounded the Seminole program. But with Jimbo Fisher firmly in charge in Tallahassee, the rest of the country should take notice, Florida State is back. Within days of Fisher's announcement, Florida State added commitments from a pair of 5-Star defenders in linebacker Jeff Luc (6-1/240) and cornerback Lamarcus Joyner (5-9/170). FSU staged a Signing Day assault on the Top 10 that reminded Seminole fans of past years including 5-Star wide receiver Christian Green (6-2/185), 4-Star linebacker Christian Jones (6-4/228) and 4-Star defensive end Björn Werner (6-4/270).
#11 Washington Huskies
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.40
Headliner: #4 DT Sione Potoae - Lakewood, Wash.
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It would stand to make sense that Washington's recruiting really took off after beating USC on September 19th, but that would be a disservice to the recruiting job that Steve Sarkisian and staff had already done to that point. Of the Huskies' eight 4-Star rated recruits, five of them were already on board the Washington bandwagon before beating the Trojans. With three 4-Star offensive linemen led by #5 guard Erik Kohler (6-5/285) as well as #4 defensive tackle Sione Potae, the Husky class may not be flashy, but more importantly, it's big and athletic in the trenches.
#12 Michigan Wolverines
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.45
Headliner: #5 QB Devin Gardner - Inkster, Mich.
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With his third straight 20+ member class, Michigan Head Coach Rich Rodriguez should have the tools to run his system that served him so well at West Virginia. While Tate Forcier and Denard Robinson started at quarterback as a true freshmen, they'll be pushed hard by a bigger, more physical Devin Gardner (6-4/205). Gardner represents a middle ground between the Forcier in a bigger package. Gardner doesn't throw like Forcier, but he's a more dangerous runner. He doesn't run like Robinson, but he's a better thrower. Looking to improve on the defensive front, Michigan is bringing in six linemen, the most highly rated is Ohio import Jibreel Black (6-2/260).
#13 Oregon Ducks
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.40
Headliner: #4 RB Lache Seastrunk - Temple, Texas
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The term "recruiting to a system" gets thrown around a lot, but rarely has there been a running back more ideally suited for a system than the nation's best open field runner Lache Seastrunk (5-10/183/4.4). Seastrunk is lethal in the open field, and gives the Ducks another weapon in its spread offense. Fellow 5-Star, defensive end Curtis White (6-4/240) is an edge rusher that is lethal in any system. Oregon leaped in the rankings on Signing Day with commitments from 4-Star defensive tackle Ricky Heimuli and 4-Star safety Erick Dargan.
#14 Ole Miss Rebels
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.40
Headliner: DL Wayne Dorsey - 5-Star JC.
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Ole Miss made a Signing Day run into the Top 25 that was as strong as any in the country. While it might not be the mad dash that it was last year that saw the Rebels sign a whopping 37 players, Ole Miss is back on the rise on Signing Day with the headliner being 4-Star wide receiver Vincent Sanders (6-3/180).
#15 Tennessee Volunteers
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.40
Headliner: #6 OT Juwan James - Suwanee, Ga.
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It's been a crazy ride for Tennessee fans for the Class of 2010. What could have been a disastrous season could turn out to be the group of players that pushes the Vols back to the top of the SEC. 4-Star offensive tackle Juwan James (6-6/285) has the type of skills that were a hallmark of the great Tennessee teams of the '90s. Big wide receivers Justin Hunter (6-4/185) and Matt Milton (6-6/208) are matchup nightmares for defensive backs. As if those two weren't enough to send shivers down the spins of defensive coordinators, Tennessee plucked Georgia's top commitment on Signing Day in 5-Star receiver Da' Rick Rogers (6-3/190).
#16 Pittsburgh Panthers
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.35
Headliner: #6 DE T.J. Clemmings - Paterson, N.J.
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Pittsburgh has been the most consistent recruiting force in the Big East since Head Coach Dave Wandestadt arrived on the scene in 2004. With a nine win season in 2008 followed by a 10 win season in 2009 including a bowl win, Pittsburgh has continued to recruit well while the team keeps improving. The Panthers have quietly put together one of the best defensive line classes in the country with commitments from 5-Star defensive end T.J. Clemmings (6-6/260), 4-Star end Bryan Murphy (6-3/235) and 4-Star tackle Aaron Donald (6-1/280).
#17 Miami Hurricanes
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.20
Headliner: #1 C Brandon Linder - Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
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While the top two classes in the county have only three offensive linemen between them, Miami is bringing in seven linemen in this class including Scout's #1 center Brandon Linder (6-6/290) from local powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas. The Hurricanes filled a need at corner with four players including 4-Stars Kacy Rodgers (6-2/183) and Keion Payne (6-0/175), and scatback Eduardo Clements (5-11/185) could see time in the defensive backfield as well.
#18 Oklahoma State Cowboys
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.25
Headliner: #7 OLB Shaun Lewis - Sugar Land, Texas
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The Cowboys look to be another team getting serious about playing defense in the wide open Big 12 as the top three players on their board are defenders. Outside linebacker Shaun Lewis (6-1/210) is joined by 4-Star defensive tackle Calvin Barnett (6-3/305) and 4 Star linebacker Caleb Levy (6-3/211) as the future of the Oklahoma State defense. The Cowboys are definitely getting bigger on signing day with 10 offensive and defensive linemen.
#19 Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.15
Headliner: #2 OG Christian Lombard - Palatine, Ill.
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A transition year for Notre Dame sees the Irish with its lowest ranking since 2005. While former Head Coach may have had his drawbacks in other aspects of the position, the man could recruit. Enter new Head Coach Brian Kelly who has spent the last several years making a mockery of recruiting classes at Cincinnati rolling up a 34-6 record with a high water mark of a 51st ranked recruiting class in 2008. The Irish are still bringing in several big time prospects include Scout's No. 2 guard Christian Lombard (6-5/280) and No. 4 tight end Alex Welch (6-5/225). But the biggest recruit of the year was Kelly himself, and after years of solid recruiting under Weis, Kelly is going to find more talent to work with than he ever had at Cincinnati.
#20 Ohio State Buckeyes
Avg. Star Rating for Commits (18) - 3.61
Headliner: #2 OT Andrew Norwell - Cincinnati, Ohio
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While 5-Star offensive tackle Andrew Norwell (6-6/255) is the highest rated player in the Ohio State Class of 2010, it's the skill position players that should leave the biggest mark on this class. Running back Roderick Smith (6-2/215) is ranked #8 in the country at his position, and three wide receivers are coming to Columbus rated 4-Stars including Corey Brown (5-11/170/4.45), James Louis (5-11/180/4.45), and Tyrone Williams (6-5/185/4.65).
#21 Georgia Bulldogs
Avg. Star Rating for Commits (17) - 3.53
Headliner: #3 OLB Alec Ogletree - Newnan, Ga.
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Georgia has taken a hit late in the process with defections of 4-Star cornerback Nickell Robey (5-7/165) to USC and 5-Star wide receiver Da' Rick Rogers (6-3/190) to Tennessee, but there is still talent in this class including athlete Alec Ogletree (6-3/220, #3 OLB). A Signing Day decision from 4-Star defensive tackle Michael Thornton to Georgia helped ease the pain from the Rogers announcement.
#22 BYU Cougars
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.30
Headliner: #1 QB Jake Heaps - Issaquah, Wash.
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The highest rated of the Non-BCS Schools, BYU got off to a solid start with Scout's #1 ranked quarterback Jake Heaps (6-2/205). Big 4-Star wide receiver Ross Apo (6-4/190) should be one of Heaps' favorite targets for years to come. On the defensive side of the ball 4-Star linebacker Zac Stout (6-2/220) and 4-Star defensive end Bronson Kaufusi (6-6/220) will add balance to a potent Heaps led Cougar attack for years to come.
#23 Clemson Tigers
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.15
Headliner: #18 DE Corey Crawford - Columbus, Ga.
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Dabo Swinney's first full class as head coach is heavy on the defensive side of the ball with 13 of 21 commitments residing on that side of the ball. It's not just raw numbers on defense though, four of Clemson's five 4-Star prospects are cornerback Deandre Hopkins (6-2/174), safety Breshaud Breeland (6-2/190), defensive end Corey Crawford (6-6/250), and defensive tackle Josh Watson (6-4/253).
#24 Stanford Cardinal
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.35
Headliner: #10 DE Blake Leuders - Zionsville, Ind.
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Last year's #15 finish by the Stanford Cardinal surprised many around the country. With a second consecutive Top 20 class, fans of recruiting should no longer be surprised. Head Coach Jim Harbaugh cemented the Cardinal's spot as a recruiting power by remaining at Stanford during a year that several "higher profile" jobs opened up. Stanford shored up some questions on defense with its three highest rated players coming on that side of the ball in 4-Star defensive end Blake Lueders (6-5/250), 4-Star cornerback Louis Young (6-0/180), and 4-Star linebacker Jordan Zumalt (6-4/220).
#25 Texas A&M Aggies
Avg. Star Rating for Top 20 Commits - 3.35
Headliner: #1 OG Jake Matthews - Missouri City, Texas
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The Aggies had offense figured out in 2009, finishing fifth nationally in total offense, and they're adding a dose of blue collar to that side of the ball with this class. Of Texas A&M's five players rated 4-Star or higher, four of them are offensive linemen or tight ends. A&M lost its highest rated defensive player, 5-Star linebacker Corey Nelson (6-1/200) of Dallas, to Oklahoma on Signing Day.
Hey Texas fans, tell me about Case McCoy. Will he have a legit shot to start?
How did he leave Tennessee better than when he got there?
I hope case never plays
Endless Christianity, and aggys love him
he will be fourth string in 10, one out of wood or McCoy should redshirt this year
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