";s:4:"text";s:25664:" 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Flashes throw-aside strength of offensive linemen. Exhibits active hands at the point of attack. A pair of 247Sports recruiting insiders are convinced that three-star Bryce Thornton will wind up a part of the 2023 Florida Gators recruiting class.. He is from Atlanta, where he plays for Woodward Academy. Nyckoles Harbor Archbishop Carroll (Washington, DC) 6-5 / 225. Four-star running back Mark Fletcher of American Heritage in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, backed off his pledge to the Ohio State Buckeyes recently, and the experts at 247Sports like Florida as a possible landing spot for the elite talent. Regularly takes blocks to the ground as a finisher with conviction. Williams a 6-foot, 170-pound Tulsa, Oklahoma, native is ranked No. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. The 2023 recruiting cyclebecame red hot recent months as many of the top high school football players around the country have announced their college decisions. USC quarterback Jaxson Dart drops back to pass against UCLA Nov. 20 at the Coliseum. It appears to be going well as the Longhorns recently received a crystal. Crystal Ball Predictions for USC USC 2021 Latest Predictions Expert Predictions Denis Lynch K / 5-6.5 / 175 NA 4 Schools 100% 9 High Raesjon Davis LB / 6-1 / 215 0.9746 USC Committed. But there is still plenty of elite talent on the board with less than three months remaining until the Early Signing Period. Probably doesnt get enough credit for his ability to anchor with his play strength and is known as a bit of a workout warrior after bench pressing 370 pounds his sophomore year of high school. 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Brian Dohn NFL Draft projection: Second Round, 247Sports rank: 4-star | 97 rating | No. Does a nice job of being smooth transitioning once he flips his hips and is light on his feet. Crystal Ball Predictions for USC USC 2022 Latest Predictions Expert Predictions Cooper Lovelace IOL / 6-5 / 320 NA USC Committed 8/20/22 2:51PM 100% 8 High Josh Conerly Jr. OT / 6-5 / 283. Two-way player with understanding of leverage and ability to win those battles. Reportedly measured in at just under 6-foot-5, 300 pounds the winter of 2022. His average hangtime of 4.10 seconds was tied for second in the Pac-12 and No. With that in mind, we have decided to check in on the top uncommitted prospects in the 2023 class and where things stand in their respective recruitments according to the 247Sports Crystal Ball. Four-star defensive end DJ Wesolak whos a top-200 prospect from Missouri. Size: 6-2, 185 lbs. Czaplicki won the starting job as a true freshman and averaged43.4 yards per punt on 45 attempts on the year. Below is a graphical representation of how our formula works. By submitting your email you agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge Paramounts Privacy Policy. Destined to eventually earn a paycheck on Sundays if everything comes together and he can avoid injuries/setbacks. 26 overall prospect in Texas for the 2023 recruiting class, according to 247Sports composite. pic.twitter.com/HoGpH3B77j. Rogers visited Auburn this weekend and has also taken visits to LSU and Alabama since entering the transfer portal on Jan. 3. Billy. Dan Raley Jul 9, 2022 4:00 PM EDT The University of Washington football. 247Sports Midlands Region Recruiting Analyst Gabe Brooks NFL Draft projection: First Round, 247Sports rank: 4-star | 97 rating | No. Displays good athletic ability on defense and special teams. He is light on his feet and plays with very good power and technique on the edge and in the run game with room to continue to develop and improve. 247Sports recruiting analyst Steve Wiltfong logged a. Size: 6-3, 265 lbs. Big-play machine with 33.0 yards per catch and 10 of 17 receptions going for touchdowns. 247sports.com/college/usc/Lo 247sports.com 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2), 247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. Exhibits good knee bend and hip flexibility in and out of stance. USC Committed 01/11/2023. Swamp247's Blake Alderman logged a crystal ball for Fletcher in favor of . LeBlanc is ranked as. Shows above average quickness and change of direction with a good backpedaling and ability to stay square with the receiver. 3 OT Top schools: Alabama | Florida | Georgia | Miami | Michigan State | Ohio State | Oklahoma | Oregon 247Sports Crystal Ball: Miami 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 305 Scouting report: Possesses legitimate size and length for left tackle. In 12 games this year, the sophomore averaged 45.98 yards per punt on 50 attempts, first in the conference and No. Shows good speed with the ability to chase down guys. Shows. Plays with a consistent motor and flashes chase-down pursuit athleticism. 86 overall prospect and the No. USC has picked up four crystal ball predictions on 247Sports for Williams. Regardless, he is a player who can get offensive touches in a variety of ways and has home run speed from any part of the field. That. Somewhat scheme versatile and could potentially be molded into a 4i, a 3, a 2i or even a 0-technique depending on whats needed. Sign up for the Trojans Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Deion Sanders has a rough start to Pac-12 life, with Oregon and USC in back-to-back weeks to bein the schedule. They are: No. 4 overall prospect and No. Projects to a pass rushing edge role in a 3-4 and with his hand in the dirt as a five technique in a 4-3 defense. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. *2025 recruiting class, Had an outstanding time at Notre Dame this weekend, cant wait to be back! Whether its a corner, linebacker or safety covering him, Robinsons chance to win are far greater than those of his opponent. Long limbed athlete that has a 77-inch wingspan to further validate his overall size. . Last weekend was a big one for Florida football's recruiting efforts as the program shifts gears from the action on the field to focusing on the best talent the prep ranks have to offer. Not one to give up on a play and will get outside the hashes to make a stop. Projects to high level impact starter at the next level for a Power Five program. hand you have more than the prototype body to be elite at this position. Can displace obstacles with a stiff long arm, as well. Florida receives two crystal ball predictions for legacy 4-star RB. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Displays good knee bend and hip flexibility in and out of stance. 247Sports Rating: 4-star, .9507. 6 EDGE Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Georgia | Miami | Ohio State | Texas 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-4 | 230 Scouting report: A skilled pass rusher with plenty of juice. Clay Helton and his staff landed a three-star running back to add to the class, which helped soften the blow. Thornton narrowed things down to Florida, Alabama, Georgia, LSU and Miami in April and is trending toward . Shows the ability to explode in the run and pass set. The first one off the bus with his hulking, muscular frame that looks to be pushing 6-foot-6, 245 pounds. Two other recruiting experts on 247Sports have Pierce crystal balled to Oklahoma. 9 S 247Sports Crystal Ball: Ole Miss 71.4% | USC 28.6% Measurables: 6-1 | 185 Scouting report: Physically where you want him to be coming into college with a 76 1/2 wingspan. Sarkisian and Co. got to work on USC's 2016 recruiting class, adding a commitment from 4-star linebacker Daelin Hayes nearly seven months ago.. Hayes is the nation's No. Excellent body control. Seems to be comfortable in both press and off-man coverage, which makes sense as he not only knows how to find leverage and redirect at the line of scrimmage with a jam, but is also quick enough to close gaps and break on routes as plays progress. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) When Lincoln Riley first addressed the team he was set to inherit last. Initially started high school career off as a wide receiver before being thrust into action on the defensive side of the ball due to injury. If Wesolak is to commit to the Trojans, he would become the fifth-highest ranked USC pledge behind a couple of five-stars and the Nos. Superb snap anticipation allows him to quickly shoot into the backfield and get to work. As it stands, two predictions on 247Sports' crystal ball call for Williams landing in Los Angeles with the . Sometimes shows some body control wobble that adds a tic to pursuit route. Strong presence of football intelligence shows on film. 1 TE 247Sports Crystal Ball: USC 100% Measurables: 6-6 | 225 Scouting report: Checking at 6-foot-6 and a half 229 pounds, Robinson more than checks the box on the height weight profile for the Tight End position. Size: 6-5, 225 lbs. Good combine testing data with excellent short shuttle numbers. Strong initial punch with hand quickness to shoot inside. Plays with outstanding balance and body control. Doesnt take many, if any, false steps while in reverse and always looks to be in complete control of his body. The definitive source for all USC news. The preferred walk-on Lynch went 15-of-22 attempts on the season with a career long of 49 yards. Extremely coordinated athlete that distributes his weight well and is able to find plenty of leverage as he gets up and underneath opposing linemen. Flashes good lateral quickness in space and shows some ability to drop. USC Football 2024 Target Lists: Defense. Quick-twitched high-level athlete. Thank you @Marcus_Freeman1 @JLaurinaitis55 @CoachAlGolden @CoachJS50ND pic.twitter.com/bADgtxvshN, Payton Pierce (@payton_pierce26) January 15, 2023, Name: Payton Pierce Toviano is a muscular broad shouldered young man that still has a lot of room to add mass and gain strength as he develops in the weight room. Size: 6-3, 170 lbs. 13 CB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Michigan 100% Measurables: 6-1 | 170 Scouting report: Has the desired physical tools for a high-end defensive back prospect. Understands how to use hands to keep offensive linemen off him. A 247Sports crystal. Displays impressive downhill pursuit juice relative to size and role. See Full Boxscore Texas 8-5-0,. Can chase down plays on back side. The 35-inch arms that he has give him the advantage of a tremendous catch radius that is coupled with an impressive vertical to high-point the ball in traffic and on 50/50 balls along with having soft hands. January 16, 2023 7:00 am CT. USC has signed one specialist for 2023 in Arizona State transfer punter Eddie Czaplicki, regarded as the best punter in the Pac-12. Naturally higher center of gravity compromises leverage at times. Well coached in his technique with good eye placement in zone coverage along with using length in press man to knock receivers off their timing. Explosive power transfers to the gridiron. Size: 6-6, 280 lbs. 4 ATH Commitment date: Sat., Oct. 22 Top schools (VIP): Georgia | Michigan | Nebraska | Oklahoma | Ole Miss | Oregon | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: Nebraska 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 190 Scouting report: Tall, long, and lean with significant frame space. Which game(s) are you headed to this fall? Looser hips allow him to mirror wideouts of all different sizes before he eventually has to turn and open up. Days after announcing he was entering the transfer portal, former Oklahoma receiver Mario Williams is picking up some crystal ball predictions to the Trojans. Seven crystal-ball predictions have come in for Caleb Williams to transfer to USC. Spends very little time on the ground. Will face considerable jump in competition coming from small-school ball in Georgia A Private league. Can sculpt body to play tight end, linebacker or edge. It appears the Trojans have taken the lead in the recruitment, according to one metric. Here is a little info on those eight Irish targets. Im blessed to earn an offer to play at @NDFootball. Excited to be back playing! Can play standing up or with hand on ground on defense. Positioned the majority of snaps in a two-point stance in a stand-up pass rushing edge role. Can redirect when needed without hesitation to make plays away from him with good runs and chase effort. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Consistently flashes vs. the run and as a pass rusher. Gets off quickly at snap. Has upper body strength to disengage. Both Blake Alderman and Steve Wiltfong of 247Sports logged crystal balls for Thornton on Monday, August 22, with a confidence score of six. Can play early at Top 20 program. 36 overall, the No. Oregon, USC, Alabama, Arizona State and others are in the mix too. South Carolina which lost out Alabama over the summer for four-star 2023 quarterback Dylan Lonergan, its former top target at the position has been recruiting hard Sellers most of the fall. Subscribe Subscribe now! Shows some ability to stack and shed but has to continue to work on anchoring when teams run at him. High School: Hamilton Southeastern (Indiana) Plays significant snaps on offense and defense. 1 CB Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Florida | Miami 247Sports Crystal Ball: Florida 100% Measurables: 6-1.5 | 165 Scouting report: A new-age cornerback prospect that almost looks like he was made in some type of create-a-player mode given his length, foot speed, ball skills, instincts and competitive drive. Wins more times than not on Friday nights by simply overwhelming opposing blockers with his sheer mass and power. Has tested in the upper percentile with a laser-timed 4.5 in the 40-yard dash on record to go along with a 4.3 shuttle and 128-inch broad jump. November 17, 2022 1:47 pm ET. Furthermore, recruiting for the 2024 class is all systems go. Rare multi-sport athlete in regards to physical tools and sizzling track data. Stout, disruptive interior force with athleticism of an edge player in the body of a traditional four-man 3-technique. First round NFL draft potential. The USC football program had a solid day on Tuesday despite losing out on a top running back target in the 2022 class to Oklahoma. Please check your email for a confirmation. Also plays basketball. Has a bit of a natural up-right demeanor to him, but isnt exactly stiff, and has shown time and time again on Friday nights that he can bend and find some leverage. 7 OT 247Sports Crystal Ball: BYU 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 270 Scouting report: Unverified at 6-foot-4 and 240-pounds plus, appears to possess growth potential to add additional weight to his frame. Look for him to be a top 2 to 3-round selection. January 18, 2023 6:00 am CT Myles Graham is a 6-foot-1, 212-pound, four-star linebacker from the 2024 recruiting class. Plays with noteworthy effort and violence. Flashes disengaging ability and impressive swim, but expanding move set will continue to raise pass-rush ceiling. Conerly is the wild card, but his decision is theoretically a month away or more. 247Sports Rating: 4-star, .8907, Had had great time at @NDFootball with @CoachWash56 @CoachAlGolden. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. Give a Rivals gift subscription this holiday season More impressively, had an 84-inch wing span to go along with 10.75-inch hands. Has experience working out of both a two and three-point stance in a 4-3 base defense. Once the ball is in the air he reacts well to the receiver going for it and he attacks their hands to make a play. Robert Sellers, a Houston Insider, has projected Heard to commit to the LSU Tigers. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. OLB (TR) Madison, AL Georgia State University: 6'2'' 245: USC Committed 12/11/2022. Size: 6-1, 225 lbs. FOOTBALL | BASKETBALL . Size: 6-5, 310 lbs. Instinctive three-down linebacker that has ability to play on or off ball at the next level and can add pass-rushing value on passing downs. Possesses excellent body control, which shines as a pass-catching tight end. Needs to expand move set to increase pressure rate. USC currently has the No. Does a nice job of leveraging receivers and staying in phase and on top of the route. Now predictions for who the next Fighting Irish commitments might be are rolling in. With broad shoulders and a frame to add another 15 to 20 pounds this prospect still has a good amount of growth potential in the weight and strength categories. Depending on how he matures and grows he could transition to safety as well. Already hand checks like a seasoned vet and will fight through arms to break up a pass. He recorded 13 punts of at least 50 yards, including all three of his attempts in Arizona State's win over USC in 2021. USC Left No Doubt with Elite Wide Receiver Transfer Dorian Singer Scott Schrader 12/22/22 WeAreSC Football Recruiting USC Trojans 'made some noise' with its 2023 recruiting haul in the defensive front seven Erik McKinney 12/22/22 WeAreSC Football Recruiting USC Trojans Announce 19 Players in Early Signing Period Erik McKinney 12/21/22 Somewhat narrow build could relatively limit bulking capacity. Plays physical and fast. Hes the twin brother of Jerod, who youll get to know in very short order. 247Sports National Recruiting Expert Chris Singletary NFL Draft projection: First Round, 247Sports rank: 5-star | 98 rating | No. With his punch you see the explosion out of his hips that gives him the ability to generate very good power to sting the opponent and create knock-back to play on the offensive side of the ball. 16 Player in the 24 Class (No. Can change direction and accelerate quickly. Get daily insights and the latest scoop on all-things USC. Robinson has unlimited potential with his skill set and physical abilities to be an all conference performer for multiple years. USC Football 2024 Target Lists: Offense. In his development he is ahead as a run-stopper with the tools and traits to be a factor as an above average passer with more reps and technique growth. Excelled right away at his new position totaling nine interceptions as a sophomore and then 10 more as a junior. 247Sports Florida recruiting reporter Blake Alderman submitted a crystal ball prediction in the Gators' favor for three-star offensive tackle Bryce Lovett with a high confidence of seven on Saturday. Dangerous back-side rusher who produced four forced fumbles as a junior. Plays violent with consistently hot motor. High School: Lovejoy (Texas) Robles boasts a strong leg, sinking a 52-yard field goal in his senior year: Thank you @LeftCoastAthl for filming this angle of my 52 yrd fg from last week. Quick twitch explosive off the line of scrimmage. 65 Overall | No. The Trojans are looking for more kicker depth with an offer to 2023 La Costa Canyon High School (Calif.) kicker Tyler Robles on Tuesday. Possesses strong three-sport athletic profile that includes basketball and throws events. Now the crystal ball sits at 50/50 for the Trojans and Sooners. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. When he puts in a crystal ball, its usually telling. Robles earned high marks with first-place finishes in the kickoff and punt competitions. Early round NFL draft potential. Because of how often he has been to the Swamp, 247Sports Florida recruiting reporter Blake Alderman elected to submit a crystal ball prediction for LeBlanc on Thursday. Will need a year to develop but could offer some instant impact ability as a situational pass-rusher. Closes fast to either make the tackle or to be a factor in the run game, where he is a strong tackler. Shows good hands and ability to play the ball in the air. The maturation left both physically and football wise along with his natural talent is there for him to be a very productive player on the next level as a starter. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Open-field top gear pulls away from defenders. Shows the ability to bend the edge with ease. Verified height, weight, and length will be critical in projecting to the next level. four crystal ball predictions on 247Sports for Williams. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images). Flashes some quick twitch explosiveness and a good first step off the line of scrimmage. Good in press coverage where he doesnt panic and show patience as he mirrors the receiver with good eye placement and leverage. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Is patient in pass pro base but has to be more confident with initial punch. The 5-foot-10, 175-pound Johnson-Rubell is rated the No. The Trojans signed JUCO transfer kicker Garth White in the summer of 2022 as a placekickerand punter, but White battled injuries for most of the year and did not suit up. 49 Overall | No. Can play in space and at the second level while displaying excellent pull and trap ability. Czaplicki also uncorked a career-long 75 yards punt. Of the top-100 prospects in the 2023 class, 21 have yet to announce their respective commitments. Zachary Huber. Active perimeter that flashes some athletic upside off the edge as a pass-rusher and shows the ability to play the run. Technical development and improved body control could make for truly elite front-line defender. Georgia Class A Private state champion in shot put and discus as a sophomore, placing second in both events as a junior (with even better numbers). Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onUSC Trojans and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. WR. Wears mass well and likely owns frame space to get to 300-pound neighborhood if desired. USC football picks up crystal ball predictions for 2022 recruit Zack Pearson June 24, 2021 6:49 am PT The USC football program had a solid day on Tuesday despite losing out on a top. section: | slug: usc-is-the-crystal-ball-favorite-for-former-5-star-dl-anthony-lucas-college-football-recruiting-show | sport: collegefootball | route: video_single | Value is in his ability as a protector, has a very controlled and patient game at the tackle position. Does a nice job of getting depth on his drops and staying in his zone without chasing receivers and being disciplined. He may have the same name as the star Alabama quarterback who won the 2021 Heisman Trophy, but hes the son of legendary Notre Dame defensive lineman Bryant Young. 6 in the nation. Has also raised some eyebrows with his measurements as his thin, wiry frame is well over 6-foot-1. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Czaplicki won the starting job as a true freshman and averaged. Auburn was given a 97.3% chance to land Noland according to On3's recruiting prediction machine.Christian Clemente of Auburn Undercover gave Auburn a crystal ball in Noland's favor.. Unique, high-ceiling football player with outstanding athleticism and physical tools. Find out which top football recruits are committed to the USC Trojans at We Are SC. Consistency in engagement angles and hand placement are solid, but can improve. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. If he continues to win and recruit at a high level, however, fans are going to have no choice but to support him and the athletic department will have to keep him. Two of the major recruiting sites, 247Sports and On3, have released predictions that Noland will commit to Auburn. 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: First Round Player comparison: Greedy Williams | CB | Cleveland Browns, 247Sports rank: 5-star | 98 rating | No. January 6, 2023 2:11 pm ET. 1 overall prospect and 12th-best prospect all-time 5-star DE Korey Foreman. Florida Football: 3 reasons the Gators could make playoff in 2021, SWAC Football: Marcus Cushnie transfers to the Big Ten, Building Best All-Time College Football Team, Oregon Football predicted to add key piece to 2022 recruiting class, Here Comes the Trae Young Narrative Correction, Michigan State Football: Top in-state target trending to Spartans, Notre Dame Football, Penn State trending towards commitments, Oklahoma football trending with elite 5-star RB Treyaun Webb. Has eclipsed 50-foot shot put threshold and 150-foot discus plateau. Blessed to receive an offer Notre Dame University. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. However, that. Now the crystal ball sits at 50/50 for the Trojans and Sooners. Day 1 upside if peaking ahead towards the NFL Draft. Will need to keep developing and add some core strength over the next few years in hopes of not getting overpowered and washed away on Saturdays, but looks like the type of defensive lineman that can flush out pockets and put pressure on quarterbacks. 0.9971. High School: St. Ignatius (Chicago, Illinois) The Trojans led the conference with 102 kickoffs, No. USC's defense under coordinator Alex Grinch in 2022 took some big leaps but also had giant missteps.. USC has just nine commitments in its 2022 class and the average rating is close to a 93 so that just shows that the Trojans are taking quality over quantity so far. His athleticism is above average when you have a chance to watch him and shows up constantly. And currently, the Crystal Ball favors four top-ranked prospects to land in the USC Class of 2021. ";s:7:"keyword";s:36:"usc football recruiting crystal ball";s:5:"links";s:394:"Ubc Junior Varsity Baseball Roster,
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