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/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!
OTHERS: Trent Seaborn, Alabaster AL Alabama Commit… … Devin Davidson, Sarasota UF Commit
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) Auburn Commit
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. 4/26 Update…UM finishes 2nd to Auburn. I imagine we try to change his mind, at least for a little while.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19212958/Brayden-Tyson (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19386762/Tylan-Keys (MS) UM Commit
(ATH) 3 sport star (92+ off the mound and stud outfielder), and it seems if his offer is legit there is a great chance he is one of the two backs in this class. FSU/Aub/Ole Miss was the competition but the in-state Rebs were a little late to offer. Tall back with room to put on weight.
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/20078743/Brennen-Lacey (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/23012855/Aj-Tillman-jr (GA)
(ATH)
Others: Khamoni Williams(ATH) , Memphis TN… Nigel Newkirk, Gainesville GA…Noah Roberts, Chandler, AZ… Arwin Jackson (ATH), Carol City
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/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/19653480/Tre-Moore (TX)
This may be the year UM finally breaks back into Texas. Top 3 here in late April for tall kid with nice speed.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20129253/Quentin-Hale (CA) USC Commit
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19603450/Eli-Woodard USC Commit
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19965607/Taurean-Rawlins (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19766351/Charles-Britton-III (MI)
Others: Elias Pearl, Port Charlotte… Carter Davis, Gulf Shores AL…Aubrey Johnson, Houston North Shore…Kaden Howard, Miami Palmetto Neb Commit… Jayden St. Fort, West Boca…Jackson Coleman, Littlejohn CO ND 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) GA Commit
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/18867077/Jordan-Karhoff (OH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20478755/Holden-Niemi (MI)
Others: Trae Proctor, Plantation AH Auburn Commit… 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, but recent info (late April) is saying TAMU (a team we beat in the playoffs, abusing their offensive line).
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22139962/Joshua-Sam-Epelle (GA)
(T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19025619/Tyler-Ford (GA) (UM Commit)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20875421/jatori-williams (AL)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19430705/Sean-Tatum UM Commit
(IOL) Canes land possibly the top interior prospect on there board. Athletic enough to possibly play some RT in a pinch but should have a chance to contribute early in his career at guard.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19411960/Reis-Russell (CO)
(C)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20181269/Conner-Rutherford (OH)
(G/T)
OTHERS: DJ Dotson, Oak Grove MS…Kelsey Adams, Atlanta Langston Hughes Georgia Commit…Nico Ramos, Plantation AH… Olu Olubobla, Jersey City, NJ… Reed Ramsier, Orlando First Academy