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Brian Dohn: Twenty recruits 247Sports likes more than the industry composite

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This week saw an update of the 247Sports Composite, and with it came changes to the industry-leading rankings system. There are always differences of opinion across networks, and this piece examines some of the biggest gaps in evaluation with 247Sports. This breakdown compares a player's ranking within the Top247 to his ranking in the 247Sports Composite, an industry-generate composite ranking incorporating the rankings of 247Sports and other networks. In doing so, we can isolate the recruits we are higher on than the 247Sports Composite.

We look at different opinions of the rankings. At the top of end it is a player like Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy linebacker Xavian Sorey, who is in Top 15 of 247Sports' rankings but does not make the Top 50 of the 247Sports Composite. There is also a player like Florida commit Donovan McMillon, a safety from Canonsburg (Pa.) Peters Township. He is the Top 150 of 247Sports' rankings, and a top 10 safety, and he slides late into the top 250 players in the 247Sports Composite and is outside the top 10 in the 247Sports Composite. In this piece, we look at 20 prospects in which there is a sizeable difference in which the 247Sports rating is higher than that of the 247Sports Composite.

Xavian Sorey, OLB, 48 spots higher

Bradenton (Fla.) IMG's Xavian Sorey is one of the top outside linebackers no matter the ranking, but 247Sports is definitely higheron him then the rest of the industry. He is the No. 15 prospect (No. 2 outside linebacker) with 247Sports, and the No. 63 player (No. 5 outside linebacker) in the Composite. He has Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Georgia and LSU high on his list.

Scouting report from Sorey's 247Sports profile: Above average height as a linebacker with strong upper body that still is filling out and is far from maxed out. Length drives his range on defense, particularly in pass coverage. Has natural soft hands with the ability to track and make plays on the football in coverage. Makes one-handed catches and plays downfield regularly. Showcases explosiveness on the basketball court and plays well above the rim. Has versatility on the football field and is used as a running back, fullback, tight end and rover. Shows natural body control. More smooth than sudden. Plays fast but under control. Is not a violent tackler. Makes most of his plays defensively on the perimeter and doesn't show a lot of downhill tackling. Has versatility to be an inside or outside linebacker. Size lends to inside. Not as rare physically as an edge defender. Needs to showcase that he has the demeanor necessary to be dominant at linebacker and inside the tackle box but has the traits necessary to be an elite modern linebacker. Likely impact Power 5 prospect with early round NFL Draft potential.

Demeioun Robinson, WDE, 39 spots higher

The gem of Maryland's class is Gaithersburg (Md.) Quince Orchard's Demeioun Robinson, who committed to the Terps in March. He is the No. 19 player (No. 1 weak side defensive end) in 247Sports' rankings, and No. 58 (No. 3 WDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Robinson's 247Sports profile: Owns a sturdy frame with compact stature relative to some other edge players. Has wide shoulders and long arms. Should be able to continue adding mass throughout his career. Is a fluid, explosive athlete with a pigeon-toed gait. Shows high-level quickness off the ball. Explodes off the snap, creating disruption in the backfield at a high rate. Can dip and bend around the edge. Rushes both from a two-point stance and with his hand on the ground. Also shows athleticism to make plays in pursuit while proving to be a menace on punt block units. Will need ton continue adding strength, helping his ability to set the edge. Projects as an impact pass rusher at the Power Five level with the upside to develop into an early round NFL Draft pick.

Drake Maye, QB, 31 spots higher

North Carolina commit Drake Maye of Charlotte (N.C.) Myers Park is the No. 21 prospect (No. 2 pro-style quarterback) in 247Sports' rankings, and the No. 52 player (No. 6 pro-style) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Maye's 247Sports profile: Has a big frame and continues to fill out as he enters his senior year. Could continue to grow as his older brothers are 6-foot-7 or taller. Looks to be a solid athlete as a pocket passer and doubles as one of the better basketball players in Charlotte and the state of North Carolina in his class. Earned Alpha Dog honors from 247Sports after a standout showing at the NFA 7-on-7 East Regional. Led his team to a 10-0 record and picked apart an opposing secondary full of four-star prospects. Showed high level accuracy to all levels of the field throw very few off-target passes. Has the ability to locate the ball into tight windows and plays with timing and anticipation. On the same page with his receivers and operates within rhythm. The strong 7-on-7 showing comes on the heels of a junior season where he was the most efficient passer among top 2021 quarterback prospects. More of an in-structure, pocket passer at this time and we'll be looking to see how he handles pressure as a senior and in all-star settings. Continues to project as a high-level, multi-year starting quarterback at the Power Five level with the upside to develop into an early round NFL Draft pick.

Nyland Green, CB, 57 spots higher

There is a big discrepancy involving the high end of Covington (Ga.) Newton's Nyland Green. He is a Top 25 player for 247Sports, checking in at No. 22, but he is the No. 79 prospect in the Composite. He has Auburn, Clemson, Georgia, LSU and Tennessee high on his list.

Scouting report from Green's 247Sports profile: Has excellent stature and length for the position. Owns a lean build with room to fill out. Long-limbed with large hands. Is a bouncy athlete capable of making some above the rim dunks on the basketball court. Productive on both sides of the ball, playing receiver and corner. Shows high-level ball skills with the ability to track and high-point in contested situations. Can pluck the ball off the ground and come down with diving catches. Also works as a safety some for his high school team, showing range playing in cover two. Physical at the line of scrimmage and can use his length to disrupt wide receivers' releases. Shows fluidity in man coverage and can flip his hips and stay attached downfield. Will need to continue honing his cover technique and getting stronger but shows a promising skill set as a big outside cover corner. Projects as a multi-year starter at the Power Five level with the upside of developing into an early round NFL Draft pick.

Thomas Fidone, TE, 55 spots higher

 Nebraska landed a huge commitment Wednesday in Council Bluffs (Iowa) Lewis Central's Thomas Fidone, and he is a player 247Sports likes much more than the industry. He is the No. 37 prospect and the top tight end for 247Sports, and he chimes in at No. 92 (No. 2 tight end) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Fidone's 247Sports profile: Looks good on the hoof. Tall, long, good start as far as muscle and filling out the frame, but still has some work to do there. Plays outside a lot in high school as essentially a big wide receiver and also in the slot. Very comfortable running routes and catching the ball. Basketball player with good ball skills and body control. Uses length and frame to go up and win jump balls. Must get stronger and get used to playing as an in-line blocker as we imagine he will be asked to do that more in college. New age tight end who will be able to play in any system in many different spots in different formations. Strength will determine how early he plays but a top-end receiver at the position. Has a chance to be one of college football's best tight ends and an early draft choice.

Dylan Fairchild, OG, 52 spots higher

Georgia commit Dylan Fairchild of Cumming (Ga.) West Forsyth is the No. 38 prospect (No. 2 offensive guard) in 247Sports' rankings, and checks in at No. 90 overall (No. 5 offensive guard) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Fairchild's 247Sports profile: Has a well-proportioned build with the frame to easily hold over 300 pounds. Leans out during the winter during wrestling season. Strong in the weight room in addition to being an excellent wrestler. Transfers that strength and functional athleticism over to the football field. Works at left tackle and defensive tackle for his high school team. Plays with natural flexibility and bend with the ability to sink his hips and play with a low, centered base. Has high-level reactive quickness in pass protection as he's able to mirror and redirect with ease. Also effective to getting to the second level as a run blocker. Showcases some athleticism as a defensive tackle, particularly via a strong first step that helps him make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Likely projects inside at the next level. Will need to continue improving his upper body play strength and finishing ability, particularly as a drive blocker. Projects as a multi-year Power Five starter along the offensive line with the upside to develop into a NFL Draft pick.

Jordan Hancock, CB, 26 spots higher

Ohio State scored a big one when it landed former Clemson commit Jordan Hancock last month. The Suwanee (Ga.) North Gwinnett standout is the No. 4 cornerback with 247Spors and the Composite, but overall he is No. 40 with 247Sports, and No. 66 with the Composite.

Scouting report from Hancock's 247Sports profile: Thin build and should add some size once he gets to college. Turned in a stellar junior season against some of the nation's toughest competition in Georgia's highest classification. Has a pure cover corner skill set with the ability to flip his hip and change direction quickly. Shows high-level ball skills as he locates and tracks the ball downfield. Closes quickly in defending the quick game. Instinctive and versatile with the ability to play multiple spots within the secondary. Doesn't shy away from contact and looks to b a willing tackler. Projects as a multi-year starter in the secondary at the Power Five level with the upside of developing into an early round NFL Draft pick.

Deontae Lawson, ILB, 61 spots higher

There is a sizable gap with Alabama commit Deontae Lawson in the rankings. With 247Sports, he is the No. 41 player, but the Mobile (Ala.) Christian standout is No. 102 in the Composite. However, he is the No. 4 inside linebacker in both places.

Scouting report from Lawson's 247Sports profile: Owns a long, rangy build. Has begun to add mass and should continue getting bigger, exceeding over 230 pounds relatively early in his college career. Highly productive defender playing in a lower classification of high school football in Alabama. Lines up off-ball and on the inside. Shows instincts as a run defender with the ability quickly identify runs and flow to the ball carrier. Has a natural read-react skill set. Uses his length and athleticism to aid as a tackler, resulting in a high volume of output. Can disrupt passing lanes and is fluid and natural in coverage. Shows his athleticism as a direct snap quarterback on offense. Well-rounded skill set for an off-ball linebacker. Will need to adjust to a considerable uptick in competition and play speed at the next level and can continue progressing as a pass rusher and blitzer to add to his versatility. Projects as a Power Five starter with the upside to develop into a NFL Draft pick.

Riley Mahlman, OT, 83 spots higher

One thing 247Sports likes about Wisconsin commit Riley Mahlman is his length. The 6-foot-7 prospect from Lakeville (Minn.) South is the No. 51 player in 247Sports' rankings (No. 7 offensive tackle) and No. 134 in the Composite (No. 17 offensive tackle).

Scouting report from Mahlman's 247Sports profile: Very tall, long build. Still transitioning to offensive tackle from tight end and filling in, but making good progress at adding weight. Good basketball player. Moves fluidly on the court and changes directions well for a big man. Bends well for a taller player. As a blocker, he can still gain leverage against smaller defenders. Has done some pass-set in camps, but not much in games. Still raw technically as an offensive lineman because he has not played there much, but frame and athleticism are at a high-major level and he could develop into a franchise type left tackle in college. Has the potential to be an NFL offensive lineman.

David Davidkov, OT, 84 spots higher

Like Riley Mahlman, offensive tackle prospect and Iowa commit David Davidkov is markedly higher in the 247Sports rankings, and length and size is a big factor. The Winnetka (Ill.) New Trier standout is the No. 52 prospect (No. 8 offensive tackle) in 247Sports' rankings, and he is No. 136 (No. 18 offensive tackle) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Davidkov's 247Sports profile: Broad-shouldered with a well-proportioned and relatively filled out build as he enters his senior year. Has muscle mass throughout his upper body with little bad weight. Is a functional, flexible mover along the line. Shines with his ability to get to linebackers at the second level. Couples that athleticism and coordination with good strength in finishing blocks and beating defenders at the point of attack. Plays low and has the dexterity to sink his hips and get under the pads of shorter defenders. Plays with a physical edge and shows some nastiness as a blocker. Works at both left and right tackle, but may project inside at the next level. Is more advanced as a run blocker to this point. Has a background as a national level rugby player. Projects as a multi-year starter at the Power Five level with the upside to develop into an early round draft pick.

Jahvaree Ritzie, SDE, 79 spots higher

North Carolina landed a commitment from Kernersville (N.C.) Glenn strong side defensive end Jahvaree Ritzie in June, and he is a player 247Sports likes a lot. He is the No. 61 players nationally (No. 5 strong side defensive end) in 247Sports' rankings, and No. 140 (No. 12 SDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Ritzie's 247Sports profile: Physical at the point of attack, plays low and with leverage and strikes at his blocker when bull-rushing. Physical hitter who can get to the quarterback but also stuff the run in an instant. Had good tenacity and disruptive at the line of scrimmage. Can line up off the edge or move inside and use his first step to gain an advantage. Needs to continue to add an arsenal of moves. Projects as multi-year Power 5 starter and third-day NFL draft selection.

Jordan Poole, ATH, 232 spots higher

One of the biggest gaps on the four-star spectrum is with N.C. State commit Jordan Poole of Oakboro (N.C.) West Stanly. He is the No. 63 prospect in the 247Sports' rankings, but No. 295 in the Composite.

Scouting report from Poole's 247Sports profile: Physical at the point of attack, plays low and with leverage and strikes at his blocker when bull-rushing. Physical hitter who can get to the quarterback but also stuff the run in an instant. Had good tenacity and disruptive at the line of scrimmage. Can line up off the edge or move inside and use his first step to gain an advantage. Needs to continue to add an arsenal of moves. Projects as multi-year Power 5 starter and third-day NFL draft selection.

Kaidon Salter, QB, 128 spots higher

Tennessee commit Kaidon Salter is a high-end quarterback in 247Sports' rankings. The Cedar Hill (Texas) High standout is the No. 76 players (No. 3 dual threat quarterback) in 247Sports' rankings, and the No. 204 player (No. 7 dual threat) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Salter's 247Sports profile: Lean, athletic build with adequate height. Will need to fill out upper body but athletic lower-body build. Natural playmaker with instincts and feel. Good downfield arm strength with above average short-to-intermediate velocity. Great improvisational skills. Dangerous in the scramble drill. Very mobile and throws well on the move. Pass-first QB but definitely athletic enough to hurt defenses with his legs. Encouraging athletic profile. Track and field athlete who competes in 300 hurdles, high jump, long jump, and triple jump. Will need to continue adding bulk to strengthen overall build. That will also maximize arm strength, particularly vertically. Can tighten delivery and get a bit quicker with release. One of the top QB's in Texas for his class. High-major prospect with long-term NFL Draft potential.

Ethan Downs, WDE, 66 spots higher

Ethan Downs is a Top 100 player, according to 247Sports. The Oklahoma commit and Weatherford (Okla.) High standout is the No. 90 prospect (No. 7 weak side defensive end) in 247Sports' rankings, and he is No. 156 (No. 9 WDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Downs' 247Sports profile: Good height with requisite frame to fit multiple roles in varied defensive schemes. Has played multiple positions in high school on both sides of the ball -- carried the ball, caught the ball, and played multiple spots on defense Could be legitimate Power Five recruit at tight end. Motor runs high and manifests in physical style of play regardless of alignment. Strong in the phone booth and effective against the run because of it. Good tester dating to spring of sophomore year (4.85 40, 4.34 shuttle). Early view of two-way prospect has shifted to defense with progression of high school career. Ultimate home likely depends on scheme, but possesses traits that could fit traditional weak-side end, strong-side end, or possibly 3-4 standing edge player, subject to physical development. Flashes some initial punch that aids in disengaging ability and translates to bull rush. Shows encouraging closing ability, especially relative to size, and arrives with conviction. Raw as a pass-rusher and will need to expand move set. Honing technique at a full-time position will be key to long-term development. Built impressively but owns a minus wingspan which could negatively influence physical ceiling and pass-rushing potential. Cream of the crop in state of Oklahoma's 2021 class with potential to reach the top half of the NFL Draft.

Zaire Patterson, WDE, 141 spots higher

Zaire Patterson has length 247Sports likes a lot. The 6-foot-6 Clemson commit from Winston Salem (N.C.) Prep is the No. 93 player (No. 8 weak side defensive end) in 247Sports Rankings, and No. 234 (No. 17 WDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Patterson's 247Sports profile: Long, athletic frame with a great burst off the edge. Can play OLB in a 3-4 or defensive end in a 4-3. Plays in a two-point stance and has one of the best dip and bend moves in this class. Extremely tough to block because of his ability to get lower and change direction back toward the quarterback. A natural pass rusher with high end physical upside. Long arms, great first step and the closing speed to run down plays from behind. Has room to fill out and add some good weight and strength to his 6-5 frame. Can get better at the point of attack but that will come with time in the weight room and will take his game to another level once he fills out. Rare to see a player with his length be as comfortable as he is playing in space or dropping in coverage. Projects as an impact upper tier Power 5 starter and future mid to high round NFL draft pick.

Eli Stowers, QB, 64 spots higher

Texas A&M commit Eli Stowers of Denton (Texas) Guyer sits as the No. 99 player (No. 5 dual threat quarterback) in 247Sports' rankings, and he is at No. 163 (No. 6 dual threat) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Stower's 247Sports profile: Big-framed, athletic quarterback prospect with very good height and frame. Already 200 pounds as a sophomore but owns significant space for bulk addition. Throws with a consistent overhead release. Often drives the ball to the perimeter. Generally shows good zip on his throws. Size and frame potential suggest high arm strength ceiling. Operates largely from shotgun but has taken under-center snaps on occasion. True dual-threat quarterback. Dangerous cutback runner with good top-end speed thanks in part to longer gait. Can hit the home run as a runner. Multi-sport standout who is one of the top high-jumpers in Texas. Throws flat-footed at times. Accuracy sometimes comes and goes. Occasionally brings the ball too low on release, creating a windup delivery. Can improve pocket presence and ability to sense pressure. Raw, big-framed, athletic quarterback with all the physical tools to become a quality high-major starter.

Behren Morton, QB, 77 spots higher

Texas Tech commit Behren Morton, who plays at Eastland (Texas) High, is the No. 103 players (No. 6 pro-style quarterback) in the 247Sports rankings, and No. 180 (No. 11 pro style) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Morton's 247Sports profile: Adequate frame for a young QB prospect with plenty of space to continue adding bulk. Accurate passer with good completion percentage as a sophomore. Light on his feet in the pocket and consistently sets and fires. Functionally athletic on designed runs and scrambles. Buys time with his legs. Works middle of the field well. Accurate on the run going with or across body. Throws proverbial "catchable" ball. Velocity and downfield strength should continue to develop with maturation. Varies arm angles as needed to deliver with accuracy. Can tighten up and quicken release. Will face significant jump in competition coming from Texas Class 3A ball. Athleticism lacks full context from testing perspective. Legitimate Power 5-caliber quarterback prospect who throws with accuracy and is athletic enough to hurt defenses buying time outside the pocket or with the occasional designed run. Long-term potential to become multi-year starter in college.

Donovan McMillon, S, 89 spots higher

Donovan McMillon, a Florida commit from Canonsburg (Pa.) Peters Township, was high on 247Sports' radar for a while. He is the No. 143 prospect (No. 7 safety) in 247Sports' rankings, and No. 232 (No. 12 safety) in the Composite.

Scouting report from McMillon's 247Sports profile: Big safety that appears to have the frame to land at linebacker or rover depending on development. Has a can’t-miss presence on the field. Physical and aggressive. Plays fast, particularly as a downhill defender. Has a good feel in curl-flat coverage. Tackles well on perimeter. Shows wide-receiver skills in high school. Ball skills and downfield playmaking are there. Good all-around athlete with a wrestling background. Doesn’t show much man coverage and could struggle against college receivers. More of a run-support safety than a cover safety. Shows some stiffness in transition. Instincts, size and developmental trajectory point to a Power Five impact starter with some positional versatility who we view as a future mid-round NFL Draft pick.

Keanu Koht, WDE, 90 spots higher

LSU went to the Florida coast to land Vero Beach (Fla.) High's Keanu Koht, who is the No. 146 player (No. 10 weaks side defensive end) in the 247Sports rankings. He is the No. 236 prospect (No. 18 WDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Koht's 247Sports profile: Has a streamlined, lean build. Has room to add mass at over the next few years. Long-limbed and rangy. Twitchy and fluid in his movements with a bounce in his step. Wins with quickness and speed off the edge. Has a quick first step and has good instincts in timing the snap count. Shows bend and flexibility in rounding the arc. Closes quickly to make plays behind the line of scrimmage both as a pass rusher and in pursuit. Has the physical framework to develop into a productive edge rusher in time. Many of his sacks and tackles for loss to this point have come as a result of being unblocked. Will need to continue adding play strength and nuance to his pass rush via technique. Projects as a Power Five starter on the edge with the upside to develop into an NFL Draft pick.

Jordan Thomas, WDE, 57 spots higher

Texas kept Port Arthur Memorial's Jordon Thomas in state with a May commitment. He is the No. 164 prospect (No. 12 weak side defensive end) in the 247Sports rankings, and is No. 221 (No. 15 WDE) in the Composite.

Scouting report from Thomas' 247Sports profile: Possesses good height and plus frame with an athletic build. Should own requisite frame space to continue to bulk up moving forward. Current size and growth potential suggest strong-side end or possible move to even-front interior role. Could also fit three-man schemes in multiple spots, depending on physical development. Shows good strength in the phone booth. Capable of packing a jarring punch at first contact. Drives blockers into backfield vs. the run and as bull-rusher. Missed junior season with an ankle injury. Quite raw from a technical standpoint. Can improve get-off consistency. Must expand pass-rushing arsenal. Sometimes stands up at the snap. High-major defensive line prospect with potential position and scheme versatility who could become multi-year starter with long-term NFL Draft ceiling.

 

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Valai and Ash remain at the top of Big 12 recruiter rankings

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As the 2021 class heads into the fall, two members of the Texas staff stand out as impact recruiters. Texas cornerbacks coach Jay Valai has been a whirlwind of energy since he arrived in Austin, and it’s paying off on the recruiting front.

Valai currently ranks at No. 25 in the nation, according to the 247Sports Recruiting Rankings. Valai also ranks at No. 1 in the Big 12 with four commits charged to his tab. Valai has wins as the primary recruiter for four-star Denton Ryan ATH Billy Bowman and four-star Dallas Kimball cornerback Ishmael Ibraheem. He’s also credited as the secondary recruiter for four-star Kennedale safety JD Coffey and four-star Pasadena (Calif.) John Muir cornerback Jamier Johnson.

Valai’s 59.37 points and 93.84 average rating both rank tops in the Big 12 conference with Oklahoma cornerbacks coach Roy Manning trailing him in second place. As the D-FW area recruiter, Valai is also in on players like Shemar Turner. As the secondary coach recruiter for Andrew Mukuba, he could still score more points if the Longhorns can sign the Austin LBJ safety.

Chris Ash isn’t far behind Valai in the Big 12 recruiter rankings. As the primary recruiter for JD Coffey and Jamier Johnson and the secondary recruiter for Ishmael Ibraheem and Morice Blackwell, Ash is right on Manning’s heels as the No. 3 recruiter in conference. Ash ranks No. 56 nationally, and he is still in the game for several prospects on the board.

Ash is probably a bit shortchanged in the rankings, because his active recruiting style could make him the secondary recruiter for most of the defensive prospects Texas is recruiting. Ash is also intricately involved for Terrence Cooks, Andrew Mukuba, Shemar Turner, Jaydon Williams, Ikechukwu Iwunnah and Albert Regis.

Elsewhere in the conference, Texas linebackers coach Coleman Hutzler checks in at No. 18 in the Big 12 with 2 commitments from Derrick Harris Jr. and Morice Blackwell. Hutzler could still cash in on Cooks and Williams as well.

Herb Hand and Andre Coleman check in at No. 29 and No. 30 respectively in the conference. Coleman still has some targets on the board that could elevate his ranking while Hand has the opportunity to add one or two more prospects to his tally. 

Texas tight ends coach Jay Boulware comes in at No. 36 in the Big 12 with commitments from Juan Davis and Gunnar Helm. Stan Drayton checks in at No. 47 in the conference with one commitment from Hallettsville RB Jonathon Brooks. Drayton is still in the hunt and could be considered a favorite for Cy-Fair running back LJ Johnson Jr. If he can cash in there, his cycle would be considered a success in this cycle.

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At this point is there a chance Iwunnah could get a collegiate look at OT? We're sorta desperate.

I would love it, but most guys aren't willing to switch from DL to OL. He hasn't played both ways in high school has he?

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*Also note that some school districts will not post the direct link or have the video embed on their district web page until the day of the game.

Brooks:

Hallettsville at Shiner
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Texarkana Pleasant Grove at Nashville (AR)
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I'm seriously pulling this out of my ass, but I honestly thought another poster had said he played OL in HS at some point. 

I think you're probably referencing me, but my post was more along the lines of gauging his interest in playing interior OL. Not sure if he's played it or not, but I thought his athleticism would play really well as a guard.

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TEAM

We’ll do bullets then a by position breakdown.

— The team didn’t practice on Thursday as many players thought it best to follow the lead of the pro franchises. They should return to practice today. Saturday will be a mock game day. Herman is big on the same routing, tomorrow they’ll try and establish the motions of game day. On Monday, they’ll begin game prep for UTEP, breaking down film, etc.

— The defense won pretty much every live-fire situation in camp other than the second scrimmage where the linebackers were out. 3rd down defense has been much better than previously as the O-line struggles with blitzes. Standard downs have also been difficult for the offense to consistently move the ball. Chris Ash’s goal of having a fast defense sounds like it’s going to be accomplished. He knows what a fast defense looks like and this one meets his expectations.

— One place where the offense is succeeding is in the red zone. So, the situational precursors of a successful team are in place, at least it seems: the defense is getting off the field on third down; the offense is scoring touchdowns in the red zone.

— A few key players have sat out recently due to reasons consistent with our time. Results will be returned today and then they’ll learn if they must quarantine. This is a good year to have a deep team.

QB: Ehlinger then Thompson

Ehlinger’s improved accuracy has been on display in the red zone. He’s been throwing back shoulders and fades that are finding receivers even when coverage is good. Ehlinger should benefit from more creative play calling, route diversification, changing personnel packages, motion, the whole gamut of a well coordinated offense.

RB: Ingram then Johnson then Bijan

Not much here. The running backs didn’t have nearly as much room this week as they did on Saturday when key defenders were out.

WR: Eagles/Smith/Moore followed by Washington/Whittington/Black

Wide receiver has more talent than experience and depth. It’s weird how some are questioning the found money that Schooler presents.

Versatility helps with the illusion of depth. Most of these guys can play multiple positions.

Health has been an issue. As we mentioned on Saturday, most of these guys missed the scrimmage. That was the staff being cautious, each of these guys can play now if needed.

Eagles had a good week, including two red zone touchdowns versus Jalen Green. That’s a good development but will it last?

TE: Brewer then Epps or Wiley

We still think Jared Wiley will be the best tight end by midseason but he’s going to have to earn it in games as well as practice. They’ll play all four tight ends.

Expect these guys to become valuable in the short passing game. Yurcich likes to get cute with the position, lots of feinting blocking then going out in the flat.

OL: Cosmi/Angilau/Kerstetter/Okafor/Jones

The Hookfin injury decided the depth chart for the first game. I asked my source, what happens if Kerstetter gets hurt? “Ghirmai.” What happens if Cosmi gets hurt? “.......good question.”

Offensive line quality is easily the single biggest question/concern going into the season.

Source, “They’ve struggled all camp with the D-line, but I will say they’re better at pass blocking than run blocking and that’s sort of the name of the game these days. They are leaner and in better shape than previously, so they’re ready for tempo.”

DL: Jones/Graham/Coburn then Ojomo/Collins/Sweat.

It’s the best position group in the program. Even Daniel Carson has flashed at times and could be counted on as depth.

Did you guys see Broughton from a live setting? That agility and bend at his size is very rare.

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Jack: Ossai then Bush or Leitao or Vaughns

Depth behind Ossai is unsettled. Vaughns missed some time for non-football related issues. He’s still expected to be a valuable contributor this year. My source continues to rave about Bush’s ability.

We focus a lot on the defensive end nature of this position but it still has some linebacker duties. This position plays off the linebackers and opposite defensive end sometimes. It’s not just ‘pin your ears back,’ though of course there is that.

LB: Mitchell/Overshown then Dele/Gbenda

Overshown and Mitchell returned to practice and the defense went back to business as usual.

I asked who the third best linebacker is. “Right now? It’s Dele. He’s matured, diagnosing better, more physical taking on blocks — he’s just getting to the ball better. Gbenda isn’t playing as fast as he can but he‘s improving and is definitely a good athlete.”

Spur: Adimora then Alford or Cook

Adimora is the only player at the position truly built to play it due to the linebacker responsibilities. From what I gather, if anything happened to him they’d look to put Foster there. The position has to play the run well and not just off the edge depending on alignment. Adimora is expected to have a big year. He’s quietly one of the most important players on the team.

CB: Jamison/Thompson then Green/Watson

Thompson may not be 100% but he’s been good regardless.

One thing the coaches like about Jamison is he’s good at the catch point. He doesn’t panic; he keeps his cool and fights through the receiver’s hands. Some of the others tend to panic and look back.

DB: Sterns/Brown then Estell/Foster

Brown and Sterns haven’t left the ones since the new coaches got there. I mentioned to my source Sterns has had a quiet camp, “He’s been locking down his stuff, no need to worry there.” What about Estell? “He’s made his share of plays. Good coverage and ball skills.”

STATE OF RECRUITING

Targets with timelines that expire before the beginning of the 2020 season are surfacing. Texas continues to trend for a handful of prospects in 2021 and 2022, and there's legitimate buzz surrounding a few:

RB LJ Johnson, Cy-Fair. (2021) One of the top tailbacks in Texas is getting closer to a decision. It's no coincidence that LJ's vibe probably pushed Camar Wheaton out-of-state. Once a reported A&M lean, Stan Drayton has been strutting the last few weeks in this pursuit. We think we know why.

DL Shemar Turner, Desoto. (2021) The recruitment of Shemar Turner is heating up. After making a trip to Austin last weekend with his uncle, mother and other family members, a visit to Texas A&M this weekend looks like a strong possibility. Texas began Turner’s recruitment as the favorite but slipped to outside the top five at one point. Now the Longhorns are back squarely in the mix with the Aggies, Alabama, and LSU. With that said, Texas A&M has been quietly mentioned as the favorite in the last two weeks due in large part to family members wanting him to stay close to home. Terry Price has built a positive and consistent relationship with Turner and his circle for quite sometime. There’s a possibility Turner could move up his decision timeline to early in the season, but that doesn’t mean there would be a public commitment or there wouldn’t still be official visits to out of state schools when/if that possibility becomes a reality. There is also one more potentially impactful development that could swing the Turner recruitment — but that is being monitored to see what transpires in the next month.

DL Albert Regis, La Porte. (2021) Texas and Albert Regis continue to be a positive. Regis knows he’s coveted by the Longhorns, and the Texas staff is remaining in contact with the correct people. Regis has repeatedly informed people close to him that he doesn’t want to rush a decision the second time around, but as more spots fill, his hand may be forced if he wants a spot at a certain school or two. There is a chance Texas could take two more DTs in the class, as well. Regis and a prospect to be named later.

OT Jack Leyrer, Highland Park. (2021) The big tackle from the land of the Scots will be arriving in Austin on Saturday morning. He'll have Prince Dorbah and walk-on Paxton Anderson, two current Longhorns and former Highland Park teammates, to escort him through the city. This is far from a lock, but this might be the softball not named Hayden Conner that Herb Hand has needed in this cycle. He wants to decide soon, and I'd bet he'll have his answer after this weekend.

CB Jaylon Guilbeau, Port Arthur Memorial. (2022) The Golden Triangle four-star with 16 offers, including Alabama, Georgia, and Texas A&M, and teammate of current 2021 Texas pledge Jordon Thomas made a business decision on Monday, and left town due to Hurricane Laura the following day. Texas has had the lead for a good amount of time here, but the biggest help was the day Thomas committed. His week one battle with La Porte and UT target Albert Regis looms large.

WR Armani Winfield, Lewisville. (2022) When you mention potential prospects for 2022s cycle, Winfield's name keeps popping up. I don't think he's necessarily close to a decision, but I do believe it would be Texas if he picked today. Part of me thinks he could commit out of nowhere. He's somewhat of a showman.

Much board consternation over hidden meanings in the DT section.

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DL Shemar Turner, Desoto. (2021) The recruitment of Shemar Turner is heating up. After making a trip to Austin last weekend with his uncle, mother and other family members, a visit to Texas A&M this weekend looks like a strong possibility. Texas began Turner’s recruitment as the favorite but slipped to outside the top five at one point. Now the Longhorns are back squarely in the mix with the Aggies, Alabama, and LSU. With that said, Texas A&M has been quietly mentioned as the favorite in the last two weeks due in large part to family members wanting him to stay close to home. Terry Price has built a positive and consistent relationship with Turner and his circle for quite sometime. There’s a possibility Turner could move up his decision timeline to early in the season, but that doesn’t mean there would be a public commitment or there wouldn’t still be official visits to out of state schools when/if that possibility becomes a reality. There is also one more potentially impactful development that could swing the Turner recruitment — but that is being monitored to see what transpires in the next month.

DL Albert Regis, La Porte. (2021) Texas and Albert Regis continue to be a positive. Regis knows he’s coveted by the Longhorns, and the Texas staff is remaining in contact with the correct people. Regis has repeatedly informed people close to him that he doesn’t want to rush a decision the second time around, but as more spots fill, his hand may be forced if he wants a spot at a certain school or two. There is a chance Texas could take two more DTs in the class, as well. Regis and a prospect to be named later.

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Good to hear Guilbeau evacuated safely

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"There is also one more potentially impactful development that could swing the Turner recruitment — but that is being monitored to see what transpires in the next month."

Translation: "In the lull before the season, we recommend that you check the board obsessively, click on every pop-up ad, and get your friends, relatives and unindicted co-conspirators to sign up ASAP!"

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