Spencer Ware Athlete Cincinnati, OH Princeton High School 5’11 225 4.71 Vertical: 30 Bench max: 285 Shuttle: 4.31 Offers: LSU (committed), Ohio State, UNC, Michigan, WVU
Overview of Ware’s recruitment: Ware has a handful of offers from major Big 10 players, including home state Ohio State, but apparently never expressed interest in staying in the region. According to Ohio State posters, to date OSU has offered only 46 prospects and Ware was one of the first. Over a year ago he impressed at a NIKE camp, mostly taking reps at QB. Scouts and coaches were dually impressed with his versatility. By midsummer Ware had proclaimed UNC his leader with LSU a close second. After visiting LSU camp for just a day, Ware pulled the triggered a couple weeks later. There’s not enough time or space to get into the Storm Johnson/Alfred Blue sage, but obviously the coaches valued Ware more. Most people probably didn’t consider Ware a viable option since he is from Cincinnati, which makes this an even stronger pull. LSU’s strongest competition going forward may actually be Major League Baseball, as Ware is said to be a top MLB prospect.
ESPN Eval: Ware is essentially a running back playing as a dual-threat quarterback in the shotgun spread offense. He is actually a surprisingly productive QB who is more than just a runner, but his build and athleticism and ability to make plays as a RB are the reasons he handles the ball on each play. He possesses a live arm, is a serviceable passer for this scheme and throws very well on the run. Creates problems for defenses because if you just attempt to stop him as a runner, he can hurt you through the air. Shows an aggressive style and runs with authority. Hits the hole with great burst and is capable of sneaking through tiny creases. At QB, when he feels pressure he displays excellent initial quickness to jump-cut and avoid. Has good lower-body strength, hits the hole quickly and is a surprising between-the-tackles runner who excels at picking up yards after contact. Runs with good balance and bounces off arm tackles. Shows good lateral mobility, can bounce runs outside after starting inside and does a good job locating cut-back lanes. Keeps head up, shows good vision and read blocks well. He has the burst to turn the corner, shows a second gear once in space and flashes the ability to run over defensive backs in the open field. He displays such a low center of gravity coupled with balance and agility to keep his feet after first contact that he rarely goes down easily. For his build and quickness, he is a guy who looks as if he could carry the load, but he lacks great top end speed and against top level defensive speed he may struggle to win footraces in space. He is a lot like Ray Rice in this regard. Overall, Ware is versatile and possesses excellent instincts as a football player and runner. He is stout with a compact build and can be an effective inside and outside runner.
Overview of Recruit’s skill set: Plain and simple, Ware is a tank. Take a look at the picture above… his arms are tree trunks and his legs could probably hold up Atlas, who is holding up the world. Yet, he’s painfully unique for a smashmouth-styled running back. He has incredibly nimble feet and great quickness. He’s explosive to and through the hole and seems to have uncanny strength and balance. He doesn’t possess the breakaway speed that would put him in the elite category, but that seems to be the only real flaw to his game. Comparison wise, I liken him to a Jerome Bettis type back, but his running style reminds me a lot of Knowshon Moreno. Overall, he’s just a good athlete.
My evaluation:
87/100 Helmet-popping, stiff arm-giving, juke-dealing RB. And that’s just getting started. Watching Ware’s film, he does a lot of things you love to see from the running back position. Unfortunately, he’s doing most, if not all of it, from the shotgun while playing QB. So in some sense, he’s a bit tricky to evaluate. Will he run the same when he’s having the ball handed to him instead of snapped to him? Regardless, it’s hard not to be impressed with his running style. Though he doesn’t have the ability to get to the edge and rip an 80 yarder, he seems to be incredibly quick to a point. His shuttle time of 4.31 is no joke. The kid has all kinds of quicks. So while he may not be able to break that long one off, he’s gonna beat his man to the spot most of the time. He runs with a great pad level and has unbelievably quick feet, which may be more important to a RB’s success than breakaway speed anyways. He seems to be able to navigate through tight spaces extremely well and has incredible strength and balance. He’s quite the creative runner as well for a guy who isn’t really a speed merchant. He seems to find ways to be elusive and break free from tackles to turn negative plays into big plays. Another positive is that he doles out punishment on his runs. He’s gonna finish off his “tacklers” and put them in the dirt. And this isn’t JV competition he’s playing. It’s the best of the best from the state of Ohio, which is a pretty damn good HS football state. There’s not much film of him catching passes (obviously, since he’s the QB), but a few camp reports state that he looked fairly smooth doing so. Lastly, you can’t ignore his nose for the endzone. His lowest rushing TD output was 11 his freshman year, but beyond that, his clips reveal that when in the redzone, he’s gonna find paydirt… oftentimes beating his man to corner. While Ware’s lack of speed keeps him from being an elite prospect, there’s so many other strengths to his game to be excited about. There are some concerns that he may have become overly bulky (one place said he’s already tipping the scales at 230+), but he seems to be a ball of muscle. A bigger, slower MJD, if you will.
2008 Stats (per ESPN): Rushed for over 800 yards and 13 touchdowns. Caught 40 passes for 450 yards (11.3 average) and two more scores. Registered 75 tackles. Class 2A All-State and all-metro selection Highlights:
Personal Evaluation: Vinson is a strong athlete with a frame to add weight and size, giving him tremendous upside. At 5’11” he stands tall enough to play any of the defensive back positions or at running back. His best attributes are his hips. His hips are very loose and give him incredible range and lateral movement, and are some of the best in the class of 2010. This is why he is one of LSU’s top CB prospects and also a top running back recruit. Although he does not have top end speed, his flexible hips allow him to match up one-on-one with any receiver in the country. Vinson has a very strong upper body and even looks top heavy, but this allows him to bump receivers and control them at the line of scrimmage. His legs are strong and powerful, which allows him to deliver massive initial blows. However, his legs are not very thick, and therefore he will struggle to bring down large backs at the next level. Offensively, this prevents him from being a strong between the tackles runner. That being said, he should be able to fill out his legs as the years progress. Also, his strong upper body allows him to play bigger than he actually is. Vinson’s hands are reliable and soft. His upper body strength is a big advantage when contesting for a ball in the air. Vinson has great football speed and a mind for the game. He has great vision on both sides of the ball. As a result, he plays much faster than his times suggest. He is a high caliber, high character player with a relentless mentality and a tremendous work ethic. Look for him to grow into a stand out player and a team leader. **Side note: Vinson can throw a football 60 yards**
ESPN Evaluation: Vinson is a very scrappy skilled athlete. He has good but not blazing speed along with good size. Solid at run support as a safety and has the courage to face up the ball carrier. Needs to put on some lower body bulk and strength in order to get better knock back on the ball carrier. Sometimes legs stop after initial contact; needs to keep driving when making the tackle. Displays excellent ball skills both sides of the ball. Possesses soft hands and is confident in his ability to make a play on the ball. Has solid coverage and run support skills and demonstrates football intelligence along with reacting quickly to ball on the line or off the line. Very sound in zone pass coverage in both the three deep and two deep. Demonstrates the ability to play man-to-man by being able to turn hips while keeping inside position on the receiver. Displays good timing in looking back for the football when playing man coverage; eyes go up at the last instant to make the play. A very impressive running back that is very shifty and can cut while still accelerating. Reads blocks instinctively and can make defenders miss in the openfield. A tough and physical runner that can run through arm tackles while heading north and south. Has a real nose for the endzone as a running back and receiver. Possesses soft and reliable hands when catching the ball downfield or out of the backfield. Vinson is a very versatile athlete that is tough and skillful along with quickness and adequate speed. He could be slotted into several different positions at the next level.
Overview of Recruitment: Vinson’s first major offer came before his junior season at the Ole Miss camp. Other offers started to pile in, including Texas A&M, which became his number one. After the end of his season, he was very worried that no major programs would offer him. But, shortly after expressing that concern, LSU offered him. Other major programs, including USC, Michigan, Alabama, and UCLA, followed suit. Vinson almost became overwhelmed by the attention he suddenly received and changed his number one school weekly. Finally, in late April he decided on USC. However, after speaking with family Ronnie decided he could contribute sooner at LSU. He also felt that the academic resources at LSU were superior to those of USC. After speaking with his coach, he drove to Baton Rouge to deliver the good news. He has not thought about another school since.
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quote: Also, yes he was committed to USC unofficially. He talked it over with his family and friends though and decided that he would not be able to break through their depth chart(this took a while to convince) and get as much PT as he would at LSU. He initially was just infatuated with going to a big name school other than LSU, as bad as it sounds going to LSU and being from Louisiana can sometimes not be as appealing as "getting away", as well but was eventually talked out of it.
Personal Ranking and Outlook: 88/100 Because of Vinson’s athleticism, I expect him to contribute on special teams as a freshman. LSU has very strong starting CB’s, but it is unlikely that both, if any, will stay past Ronnie's freshman year; they will likely head off to the NFL. Without any blue chip back ups, Vinson has a chance to step in as a starter in his sophomore year. Vinson’s knowledge for the game should allow him to pick up the defense quickly. This could allow him to get some playing time at CB his freshman year as the staff might be looking to prep him for the starting role during his sophomore campaign. As he matures, his work ethic and good character should make him a team leader. Also, I expect him to stay all four years (per his mother’s wishes). By his senior year, he should be fully developed and will be a weapon as he will have strength, athleticism, and football smarts. Overall, from personal knowledge from playing with Ronnie for two years this a fun loving hard working kid that seems to slowly becoming more and more in love with the LSU atmosphere and only wants to improve his game. We both got hurt for a few games one season and to see how emotionally hurt he was not to be on the field told me how much love he has for the game. I expect him to be a solid contributor for every year he attends LSU in some fashion. He is one of the nicest kids you could meet he is no way a thug and will be a strong addition to both the football team and the academia of LSU.
Reed is VERY quick with the ball in his hands. A very elusive reciever and will make tons of people miss. Will play the slot in college and is being compared to a Percy Harvin type. He could even play DB in college, has very quick feet and hips to make and the breaks a DB needs. May need to add a little weight, but maintain the speed. Working very hard to lower his 40 time and to get off the line quicker and break away from DB's. As seen from his highlight films, Reed will catch the ball thrown ANYWHERE near him. Haven't seen someone make catches like he has in a long time. He will be a great addition to some teams recieving core (hopefully LSU).
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Offers: Dyer holds many offers from schools all over the country. However his current favorites are Auburn, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Alabama, LSU, Stanford, and Arkansas.
If you're looking for a strong, downhill runner to carry the load at the next level -- Dyer is your guy. He has great body composition for the position with his thick, compact build and low center of gravity. Dyer's very quick to square up his shoulders and accelerate north-south. He shows the vision, jump-cut skill and lateral quicks to slide through the small creases. Dyer will surprise you with his suddenness and burst, at times, through the hole. Most of his production is earned after initial contact, and he runs with good lean. Dyer blends excellent balance with a wide/powerful lower-body -- including thick thighs that never stop driving. Players are not going to arm tackle this guy at the high school level, and he is very determined to finish runs with great second efforts. Dyer displays good vision to bounce outside and avoid initial penetration as well as above average burst to the corner. Dyer shows good speed for a power-runner when he breaks free in the second level and a sneaky extra gear, but he is far from a burner. He%u2019s not overly elusive and we do question his hip fluidity at times, particularly if he lands in a heavy outside zone offense where he will need to consistently pick and slide through the hole. Dyer is physically superior to his competition on film, but Dyer still projects very well at the next level as a featured back with the rare combination of speed and power to wear down a defense in a high-carry type role. Dyer's polished hands and receiving skills out of the backfield add to his upside. This kid's a great college prospect.
My Overall Rankings and Outlook:
90/100
Michael Dyer is an unbelievable athlete, he has a great skill set that will allow him to have success at the next level. He has great break away speed, he has the ability to make cuts, burst through the hole which is extremely important to have. At 5-foot-9 he has a low center of gravity which is good for an RB. He also shows good ball carrying skills, On almost all his film he has the ball in the correct arm. I believe he could improve his vision some. I think he'll end up staying close to to home at Arkansas like Randle did with LSU last year, however I think there is a good chance that he ends up a Tiger(Auburn or LSU).
ESPN Evaluation Lattimore has the physical tools and skill set to develop into one of this class' more well-rounded college backs. He%u2019s very productive and consistent and has prototypical size with his good height and thickly-built frame. His blend of size, speed and deceptive lateral quickness is excellent. Lattimore is a patient runner who excels in zone schemes. He picks and darts his way through the initial traffic showing good stop-start, sharp cutting and change-of- direction skill for a runner with his bulk and thick lower-body. He can be difficult to arm tackle when he squares up and bursts downhill out of his cuts. Lattimore shows flashes of being a strong, downhill runner but we do see some inconsistency with his yards after contact. He struggles, at times, breaking initial tackles and maintaining his balance, particularly on lower-body shots. His legs go dead on contact too often and we would like to see him power through more tackles for his size and deliver the blow. He can make the first defender miss but is not real elusive in space. He often gives defenders a clean shot in the second level. Although not a burner, he does show good acceleration and top-end speed when he breaks free in the secondary for his size. Great hands and polished receiving skills make him more coveted as a running back prospect. The Bottom line is Lattimore is potentially the complete package at the next level and an every down, durable back who could carry the load. His impact and productivity as college runner could be predicated on his ability to his improve in-line power; still looks to have a ton of physical development left.
Marcus Lattimore Highlights(The team with Brown Jerseys and Mav helmets is my highschool)
My Overall Rankings and Outlook 92/100 Marcus Lattimore is a High School phenom, He's been playing Varsity for the most dominant SC high school football team since his freshman year. Byrnes is a Top 5 National program and has won 4/5 States titles. The fact that he was playing there as a freshman says something. He owns the school record for rushing yards in a game. Lattimore already has great size and an extremely physical runner. He's a down hill runner who always gains yards after contact. A physical runner with 4.5 speed is a deadly combination. He wants to play College Ball at the highest level, and has been quoted in local papers saying he wants to play in the SEC. Lattimore is the real deal and will be able to make an impact as a freshman in college.
2008 Stats (per ESPN): Completed 182 of 289 attempts (63-percent) for 2,953 yards, 33 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Rushed for 261 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Overview of Lee's Recruitment:
Lee's commitment on June 14, 2009 was a great surprise for a lot of LSU fans. Many fans did not expect to sign a high profile quarterback this year, after signing Russel Shepard last year. Despite being a very highly talented quarterback prospect, some of the larger schools were deterred by the possibility of him going to the MLB in the draft. Coach Miles' history of allowing his players to play baseball as well as football certainly weighed in on his decision, as well as LSU's strong baseball program. His commitment was somewhat unexpected, but he was on the radar screen at the time.
Lee cited feeling comfortable as the main reason he chose LSU. LSU was the last stop on Lee's tour of three SEC schools (Ole Miss, Alabama and LSU). Lee also cited LSU's facilities, in comparison to the other schools he had visited as an advantage for LSU.
Lee's commitment is just one of many examples of Miles expanding his recruiting area in order to get the best of the best. Building upon LSU's strong foothold in the Houston area, Miles has started expanding his recruiting into other parts of Texas and Lee is just the most recent example.
Overview of Recruit's Skill Set:
Lee possesses all of the physical tools that you look for in a pro style quarterback. Standing six feet four inches, he can easily view the whole field from the pocket.
He describes himself as a "drop back passer". He is very accurate with intermediate and deep passes. He says that he most needs to improve his speed and scrambling ability.
He possesses a lot of arm strength, but also has the ability to put soft touch on the ball when it's needed. As a junior, he had 33 TD's and only 10 interceptions. He has the talent to be a superstar and the potential to be a great "game manager".
ESPN Description:
Lee possesses the prototypical pocket passer measurables you look for in a drop back quarterback. He shows good height and can see the field from within the pocket. This kid has some moments where he really looks great and he will "wow" you with some throws that are difficult to make.Plays in a spread scheme where he is consistently in the shotgun and he is not forced to drop from center and work through progressions. Stands tall and generally gets rid of the ball on time and accurately. Sets up quickly and can make all the necessary throws when he plants and transfers his weight properly. Release quickness is more than adequate and over-the-top and he gets very good velocity on short and intermediate passes. At times shows outstanding RPM's on the ball. Can change ball speeds and shows nice touch and timing on the deep ball and redzone fade route. Can drop the ball in over coverage to only where his guys can catch it. Can hit receivers in stride and throws a catchable ball on underneath routes with little adjustment by receivers. Possesses just enough athleticism to buy some time, sidestep the rush and get rid of the football, but is not going to be a player that makes many plays outside the pocket with his legs. Lee at times can be a bit robotic in his methods. Will lock onto his primary target. Footwork is just adequate and it benefits him to be in the shotgun, get set and get rid of the ball. Overall, there are moments with Lee where he looks really good and in rhythm, but to be at his best he must be on time and be protected. He is efficient and productive in this scheme as a pocket passer. Has a chance to blossom into a fine player.
My Overall Ranking and Outlook:
83/100
Lee is, physically, a perfect specimen for a pro style quarterback. He will have time to develop as a player and learn the game during his first couple of years at LSU. The depth chart is certainly formidable, but not insurmountable for a prospect like Lee. He needs to work on the finer points of quarterbacking, but given time to develop, he can become a top tier SEC signal caller.
Lee will almost certainly redshirt in order to create an opportunity for him to play later in his career. There are some concerns about conflicts of interest for Lee, with him being such a highly touted baseball prospect.
If Lee grows to his full potential as a quarterback, he will be an impact player for LSU. He's not as much of a "sure thing" as many other QB prospects. That, along with the possibility of him going pro in baseball makes him a bit of a risky take, but for a team with as much depth at QB as LSU, it's worth the risk.
2008 Stats (per Scout): 85 tackles, 20 tackles for loss and 11 sacks.
My overall ranking: 80/100
Strengths: What makes Porter a quality line prospect on both sides of the ball is his size, strength, and tenacity. As a starting DE in a 3-4 front for one of the state's best programs, Porter's main responsibility appears to be shutting down the run, with shooting gaps and rushing the passer coming second.
Because Porter plays in a 3-4, he appears to be lined up in front of the OT head-on at the line of scrimmage, as opposed to being on his outside shoulder as he would in a 4-3. Once Porter heads forward with his initial thrust towards the line, he engages the tackle with a strong jolt at the point of attack, which usually enables him to get the upper hand and control the blocker. This ability makes me think that he would project well to the OL, which is where LSU has offered him. Porter also appears to have strong hands, as he is often able to disengage from the blocker (sometimes in violent fashion), find the ball, and tackle the ball carrier. He appears to have good instincts, which allows him to make a lot of plays and not overrun plays or take himself out of position.
Another admirable part of his game is that he appears to be 100 mph at all times, always chasing the ball and not letting anything get in his way to make plays. He uses his hands well and has a strong rip move that he uses to get inside of tackles. His motor and strong use of hands is also apparent in his video from the the Scout Combine and LSU prospect camp earlier this year, where he was able to win battles against the opposition.
Weaknesses: Porter appears to come off a little high at the snap at times, but that's something he can improve on. He has solid quickness off the snap, but he's not overly explosive in comparison to someone such as LSU 2009 DT signee Josh Downs has. Some of that may have to do with the position he is in as a 3-4 defensive end, though. And while he can't be considered small for a DT at 275lbs, Porter lacks the natural bulk of a true run stuffer such as LSU 2009 DT signee Chris Davenport.
Furthermore, the times posted above from the Scout Combine this spring show that Elliot lacks ideal measurables for a topnotch SEC DT. His speed is not outstanding for a defensive tackle, which should hinder his ability to chase down athletic QBs and RBs. He also isn't the most natural athlete in open space, which shows up as well when you watch his film (although he shows signs of improvement both in the Scout Combine and LSU prospect camp vidoes).
Overview of Recruit's Skill Set: Porter is a promising line prospect on either side of the ball due to his 6'4" frame that probably has the potential to carry 295lbs or so, the tenacity and force with which he plays with, and his overall ability to get things done on the field. Porter has the ability to be a quality defensive tackle at the BCS level, however, his physical dimensions make me think that his future may rest on the offensive line, in particular, at guard, where I think that he could eventually develop into a pro prospect. The LSU coaching staff came to the same conclusion, and hence offered Elliot a scholarship as a guard to be part of LSU's 2010 recruiting class.
While Elliot may not stand out as an athletic freak on defense, his traits should serve him well on the offensive line. Porter plays with the fire, strength, and strong punch that makes him well suited to be a quality offensive guard in the SEC. At 6'4", he has ideal height and the long arms that should allow him to flourish in pass protection. Porter has more mobility and quickness than most SEC guards, and should have the strength necessary to battle most any DT in the trenches. All of these characteristics make Porter the type of OG prospect that could excel both in the running game and the passing game, in both power and finesse schemes, which is a rare commodity to find with a college lineman.
Overview of Elliot Porter's Recruitment: Porter is currently going through the recruiting process, visiting various schools which have offered him scholarships. He recently visited Florida St., where the Seminoles put on a full court press on Porter to try to reel him in as a defensive tackle. Porter came away from the visit very impressed, and declared the Seminoles his leader.
However, Elliot admits to having grown up as a Tiger fan, and he has connections to the program through his late cousin Ralph Norwood, who was at LSU in the late 1980s. Needless to say, btw the different positions that he has been offered at, and the strong visit he had to FSU, Porter's recruitment should be an interesting one to follow. But with his natural gifts for the offensive guard position, and the fact that he's the only guard with an offer so far in this class, LSU fans will be hoping that Elliot decides to join the Purple and Gold.
North Carolina, N.C. State, Ohio State, Penn State, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Boston College, Clemson, Florida, Kentucky, Alabama....and more.
Hunter's recruitment is not one that had all that much spice or flare to it--He committed early in the process on May 10th, 2009. For Tiger fans, his commitment comes as a bit of a surprise due to him being from Virginia (VA). As you can see by his offer list, Hunter could go just about anywhere in the country. However, LSU was able to reel in this big catch with a combination of football and track. Just as Les Miles has been in favor of his football players contributing in other sports, most notably Jared Mitchell and Chad Jones in baseball, and Trindon Holliday in Track, Miles granted Hunter with the same opportunity.
The academic center is also a big reason LSU was able to land such a top flight wide receiver from across the country. It basically came down to LSU offering the perfect mix of academic opportunity and athletic prowess to gain a firm commitment from one of the nations top prospects.
The Tigers hope to continue to reel in top flight prospects from the east coast as they have in the past two recruiting classes--Sam Montgomery (2009) and Justin Hunter (2010). Prospects such as T.J. Leitfelt are still on the board, so only time will tell whether LSU can continue to wreck havoc on the eastern seaboard.
Overview of Recruit's Skill Set:
Hunter is a kid that has at much upside as anyone in the entire 2010 class regardless of position. He will need to add some weight to his thin 6'4 frame, but his leaping ability puts him in a class of very few.
He is a tall, rangy WR that is a nightmare for defenses to worry about, especially in the redzone.
If you want to find a comparison then you don't have to look very far, as two similar WR's are already in the SEC--Terrance Toliver and A.J. Green. I would consider him a bit of a blend of the two, which is high praise in and of itself.
He catches the ball well with his hands, has great ball awareness and ability to adjust to the ball in the air and is overall one of the smoother WRs in the 2010 class.
There is not enough that can be said about Hunter--he has the potential to be a superstar at the next level and beyond.
ESPN Description: Hunter is very reminiscent of 2008 class wide receiver AJ Green both in terms of measurables and ability. We are not quite convinced he possesses the same top end speed, but Hunter is fluid, smooth and lanky with long arms and great leaping ability. What stands out about Hunter is his ability to adjust to the ball, while it's in the air. He's very acrobatic and flexible and with his leaping ability and penchant for timing jumps he is a threat to come down with any pass thrown his way. For a player as tall as he is, he is not stiff, shows fluid change-of-direction and rapidly accelerates both off the line and after the catch. He is very shifty as a route-runner and with the ball in his hands. He possesses rare wiggle for a 6-foot-4 prospect. Has a knack for producing in the clutch and is deceptively fast. It almost seems as if he lulls defenders to sleep at times and has tremendous awareness -- especially down the sideline. He always seems to know where he is in proximity to the defender. As a red zone player, he is very dangerous because of his size advantage and long arms. What's intriguing is his ability as a return specialist, which really displays his unique open-field run skills. Obviously, Hunter's lack of bulk or upper-body strength is a concern versus press coverage and against tight coverage down field because he can get bumped around, if he does not have a free release. He must continue to develop as a route-runner and not just be a guy that uses his size or only makes plays vertically. Crispness as a route-runner and discipline at the top of route stems are musts for him in order to be a complete prospect. Overall, Hunter is a playmaker. When the ball is in the air, it's his if he can get to it and he is a guy quarterbacks will have tremendous confidence in. In our opinion, he will be one of the finer playmakers in this class of wide receivers.
My Overall Ranking and Outlook:
91/100
Hunter is a big target that could see immediate playing time when he arrives at LSU. When you consider LSU's depth at WR in 2010, Lafell will be gone putting both T. Toliver, Rueben Randle, and crew in much more important roles in the offense. Depending on how much Hunter physically develops over his senior year and his freshman year of college, he could find a spot sooner rather than later on the field.
I think a redshirt year would do Hunter a world of good creating an opportunity in 2011 for him to be one of the main targets for a mature Jordan Jefferson. In 2011, with Toliver graduated, Randle will be the only 'big bodied' WR left on the team. This leaves the perfect opportunity for the SO/RS FR Hunter to see significant playing time early in his career.
Like I said earlier, Hunter's potential is through the roof. I expect to see him produce at an A.J. Green type level before he is done at LSU. He has all the tools you looks for in a tall WR--LSU fans should be extremely happy to have him as a target for the coming years.
This is Stagg8's explanation for this from last year:
quote: What I'm proposing to do as a board is to have an on-going thread where we try to throw recruiting rankings and rhetoric constructed to attract subscribers aside (no offense Ro) and have interested board members each take a recruit (either committed or highly interested in LSU) and break down his film as well as they possibly can. I'm hoping that at least some of you guys (Clean, Books, The Egg, Prom, Sir Rohan, Cajun Rocks, Brown Mountain, tigerbill002, and all of you other magnificent bastards that I'm forgetting) might be willing to do the same. Anyway, if you're interested, here's what I am thinking...
Pick a recruit. Start a header with the player's name, measurables, pertinent info (school, location, etc.) and point out the player's strengths, weaknesses, where he projects at the college level, and possibly come up with a numerical rating (either using the Rivals scale to 6.1 or the ESPN scale to 100) based on film study. I don't guess we can actually link to the highlight film, but maybe we could state which film we watched and where our points came from.
Just let me know if you're interested, and also possibly what recruit(s) you would like to take a stab at. Later maybe we can edit this first post to read with links for each player that will go to the post dedicated to them later in the thread.
There are a few things I would like to ask from this board:
1) Please do not post within the stickied thread Reason being, we have now started a Blog for the Recruiting Board. Lynxcat, TheHiddenFlask, and Chicken will update the blog to provide user friendly information to our fellow Tiger faithful in an easy to navigate/find manner.
2) Every time one of the members needs to post an evaluation, lets start a thread mentioning it. We will eventually allow others to edit the blog, but until then, we will be able to copy the information from the evaluation and post it into a blog for the poster.
2a) When we hold the discussion, if some of us think that some of the information should be changed, then mention it and we can get the person who posted the summary to update it.
3) We need to find a way to update the list of 'who has which prospect.' I think we should start a thread for it, but don't sticky it. Any time the list needs to be updated, use the search function and find it so it can be updated.
3a) The name of the thread with assignments -- "Second Annual Prospect Assignments For Avid Board Members"
To Be Done: Houston Bates--(assigned to ColtsTigers) Justin Maclin--(assigned to Deuce) Wes Rea--(assigned to TheHiddenFlask)
Need To Be Done As Soon As Possible: Evan Washington Shaun Lewis Lache Seastrunk Tyrann Mathieu
Up For Grabs: Jarrett Fobbs Jordan Allen Benay Pryor (JUCO) Travis Dickson Mike Davis Cameron Fordham Sam Gibson Jermarcus Hardrick Nick Jacobs Luke Muncie Eric Reid Tharold Simon D.J. Welter Brandon Worle Dexter Blackmon
2011: So Far:
To Be Done: Jeremy Hill--(assigned to lsutiger575) La'rel Collins--(assigned to lsutiger575) Gregory Robinson--(assigned to thibtigah21) Levander Liggins--(assigned to CajunRocks)
Up For Grabs: Kenny Hilliard Jarvis Landry Bradley Sylve Anthony Johnson Jamario (sp?) Rasco Alonzo Lewis Kendall Thompson Jeremy Palmer Jabriel Washington Jalen Grimble
