QB:
Alot will depend on if local stud Neimann Lawrence decides to re-classify to 2027. UM will supposedly make a heavy play, but it will be interesting how far we go with a HS QB when the portal model just seems to be the safer option if you have the means. Could see us taking 2 if one of them is Lawrence, as well. I will add his tape if he re-classifies but there is a handful of other names to know.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19357701/Davin-Davidson
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22552865/Israel-Abrams (IL) UM Commit
One of top names in nation. A bit raw, but quick release with whip-like arm strength. Commits to UM 4/3!
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15927844/Peter-Bourque (MA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19493653/Caden-Gutzmer (MN)
OTHERS: Neimann Lawrence (28), Plantation AH…. Charlie Foulke, Philly St. Joseph… Trent Seaborn, Alabaster AL Alabama Commit… Wonderful Monds, Vero Beach
RB:
Color me shocked that all 5 RB stayed this offseason. UM adds new RB coach from Upshaw from the NFL. I think we are a lock to take two this cycle. Weak crop this year in Sofla and the whole state really.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22185816/Myson-JohnsonCook (IL)
Freakish size/speed combo. Mark Fletcher with another a gear. Near the top of UM’s board and we seem to be growing on him every day.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15480201/David-Gabriel-Georges (TN)
Probably my favorite RB this cycle as he appears to have just a little better feet and natural feel for the position than MJC who I also like. UM loves him, but may be a long shot.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19212958/Brayden-Tyson (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19386762/Tylan-Keys (MS)
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22418774/Wayne-Shanks-Jr (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19447535/Elijah-Kimble (NY)
Looks to be our favorite smaller back of this cycle, or at least it is early on before Upshaw’s hiring. Has UM in top 3 with Indiana and UNC. Big home run threat.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19667326/Tyson-Robinson (MS)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19501886/Arwin-Jackson
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20361133/Aiden-Gibson (SC)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20078743/Brennen-Lacey (TX)
Others: Kelvin Morrison, Hermitage PA… Khamoni Williams(ATH) , Memphis TN… Nigel Newkirk, Gainesville GA…Noah Roberts, Chandler, AZ… Jeremiah Dent, Marion AR…Tre Segerra, Duncan Byrnes SC
WR:
This, like corner, has been flooded with talent from both HS and the portal and is now a team strength. I’d say 3 is ehhh most likely but only 2 is a real possibility. Good local class, maybe not the best we’ve seen but definitely strong, lacks size, but we’ve recruited a lot of big X types last year.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19539314/Nicholas-Lennear UM Commit
Been making plays since he was a freshman and now making the move to Carol City although he will lose his QB, Lawrence. He is a pit bull in the Toney type, although taller with maybe less wiggle. 5* rated player.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19739206/AhMari-Stevens UM Commit
Slot type with just as much if not more more speed than Lennear…Seems to be a 50/50 vibe whether or not he ends up in this class but he did recently re-affirm his commitment after some rumors to other schools. Has already been at a bunch of high schools.
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19782831/683a71fc0f4a64bd91ec9dac
(ATH) Jonathan’s nephew has a 10.8 under his belt. At a relatively new high school, and although I’m not sure if he’s a WR/CB I wouldn’t be surprised if he ends up in this class.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19321690/Jaden-Upshaw (GA)
Cousin to current UM WR Jaylen Upshaw who has Canes in top 3. Top 100 kid on some lists.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19653480/Tre-Moore (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18231676/Anthony-Jennings-III
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15161603/Jackson-Coleman (CO)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19544745/Kesean-Bowmanv(TN)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20767020/Julius-Jones
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19699720/Antayvious-Ellis (TX) Nebraska Commit
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22055854/Eric-Mcfarland-lll
IMG By way of Las Vegas. Was at the pool party, most condsider a long shot but he just dropped a top 3 that included UM. Probably best slot receiver in the country.
Others: Osani Gayles IMG… Quintin Burrell, Chicago Mount Carmel… Elias Pearl, Port Charlotte… Javien Robinson (ATH), Mckeesport PA…Carter Davis, Gulf Shores AL…Aubrey Johnson, Houston North Shore…Kaden Howard, Miami Palmetto Neb Commit
TE:
We had thought to be recruiting position well, but lost Schott to portal and what’s been on the field is so-so. I think 2 is a little more likely than 1, but could be either and a lot depends on the development of Gilbert, Briggs, and Mueller. . New coach comes with a run blocking background.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22537928/Demarcus-DeRoche UM Commit
(ATH). Local early commit with a Greg Rousseau type build, and raw growth trajectory. Supposedly up around 220 right now, so that’s a little bigger than Rousseau was this early. There is a chance he ends up at Edge as well, but I think he offense will be his first look and calling card.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/17414403/Anthony-Cartwright-III (MI)
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18370237/Jaxon-Dollar (NC)
Canes continue to recruit North Carolina heavily. Nation’s top TE prospect, freak athlete. Will be a tough pull, but we’re on his radar.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19457194/Charles-Davis (CA)
(WR-TE)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18867077/Jordan-Karhoff (OH)
Others: Trae Proctor, Plantation AH Auburn Commit… Grant Haviland, Alpharetta Milton GA…Malik Howard, Oak Ridge TN
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OL:
Would expect 4 maybe 5 here, with a home run OT available locally. Off of big, excellent class last season wouldn’t be surprised if the number is 4. Tackle prospects, unless listed otherwise.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19972142/Mark-Matthews UM Commit
Top 5 player nationally and most consider UM the favorite. Hard to imagine CMC/Mirabal missing on a local stud at their specialty position.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22327205/Zaquan-Linton UM Commit
A little more of a developmental tackle type local take. High upside but I could also see a scenario where he has to show something to stay in this class.s
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22139962/Joshua-Sam-Epelle (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19025619/Tyler-Ford (GA)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20875421/jatori-williams (AL)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20295234/Reed-Ramsier
(IOL)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19430705/Sean-Tatum
(IOL) Canes lead for one of top interior prospects in nation from Treasure Coast. Hoping just matter of time
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18279815/Sidney-Rouleau (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19411960/Reis-Russell (CO)
(C)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20181269/Conner-Rutherford (OH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15084647/Jacob-Hawks (TX Juco)
OTHERS: Albert Simien (IOL), Lake Charles LA… Kennedy Brown, Humble TX…Olu Olubobola, Jersey City St. Pete…Jackson Roper, Inglewood CO…