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Gee to bad we didn't get Mark Fields.... OH WAIT!

Feb 9, 2015, 7:17 PM

Sure hate that Mac Alexander got away.... SMH

Next year we'll probably take a CB and S. There's plenty of talent in the 2016 class not to mention that most of us are MORE than satisfied with the talent we have on campus. Here are a few 2016 names to keep in mind:

ATH/ DB- Saivion Smith 6-2 175 IMG Academy, St. Petersburg, FL 4* ESPN. Rivals 4* No. 2 ATH, #24 overall. 5* by Rivals.com, #2 CB, and # 16 overall. In 2014, had 67 tackles, 6 INTs, and three blocked punts. Offered on 5-7-14. Unofficial visit to the scar beatdown. Also attended the 2014 CDS Camp. Considered to be a top prospect in this class. Check this out folks: "Smith has outstanding size at 6-foot-2, 185-pounds. He excels in coverage, against the run and on special teams both as a return man and on blocking kicks. In this game against Trinity he fought off a block to make a tackle on running back Jeff Holland. While tackling Holland he stripped him and picked up with football. Smith raced down the sideline for a score. At the time it was his six non-offensive touchdown this season [if you include the Kickoff Classic]." The aforementioned play can be seen at the :30 mark of this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMVnucSE40w

DB/WR- Malek Young 5-10 175 Coconut Creek, FL ESPN has him as the #20 CB, #297 overall, and a 79 grade. 24/7 rates him as the #41 CB and 434 overall. Runs a 4.42 40, 36" vertical, 265 bench, 405 squat, and a 10.53 100M dash. Is a utility player who see's time on offense, kick and punt return teams. Nominated for Under Armor AA Game but will play in the US Army game instead. Grew up a FSU fan and is widely considered to be a FSU lean. Offered by BV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hedp083Z7XU

DB/ATH Robbie Robinson 5-10 170 Hampton, VA Phoebus HS (same HS as Boyd) 4* #18 CB, #214 overall by Rivals. 4.45 40. Had a great junior year and was named All Conference, First Team All State DB and First Team All State as a punt returner. In 2013, 80 tkls, 4 sks, 4 INTs (1 for TD), 5 punt returns for TD, 2 KO for TDs. First Team All State. First-Team All-Conference Defensive Back & Punt Return, First-Team All-Region Defensive Back & Punt Return and First-Team All-State ATH. 4.2 GPA. Smart kid. Visited CU for the scar game. Also made it to CDS Camp in 2014. "What will be the determining factor in choosing your school? : “Education and opportunity to play true freshman year.” Visited Death Valley for CU's junior day. http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1806598/robbie-robinson
More Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm8yRSzF-UE
Further reading on Robbie:
What will be the determining factor in choosing your school? : “Education and opportunity to play true freshman year.”
Are you qualified academically?: “Yes.”
Do you have a “Dream School?” : “Not Necessarily.”
What’s your favorite college football conference? : It’s between the SEC, PAC- 12 and the ACC.”
What are your camp plans for the summer?: “DC NFTC and DC Rivals.”
What Jr. Days are you planning to attend?: “UVA, Clemson, Penn State, Alabama, West Virginia, Marshall, Ohio State and Tennessee.”
Is early playing time important?: “Second factor behind education.

DB Chad Clay 6-0 177 Suwanee, GA Peachtree Ridge HS Scout.com 4* #17 CB, 194 overall. ESPN 4* #11 CB and 94 overall. 24/7 4* #21 CB, 208 overall. Nike SPARQ certified 4.53 40. His father Willie was a standout DB at GT (Had 27 INTS in 8 years of NFL play). On visiting Clemson, “I really like the other stuff, other than football, that they offer,” he said. “It’s a good school where I can get a good education and a good job after I’m done with football.” Has offers from UGA, LSU, Aub, OHST, CU, Neb, UT, GT, TA&M, among others. Chad also plays basketball at PRHS and is a 3* bball prospect. Was the overall Defensive MVP at Core 6 Showcase.

24/7's Steve Wiltfong writes, "Clay was a standout out on both sides of the ball during 1-on-1s. He played a physical brand of football as a cornerback, at one point jamming a four-star receiver so badly he drove him back several yards into the backfield. Clay had several pass breakups and didn’t give up much all afternoon. As of July 2014, had a top 8 of UGA, Aub, LSU, Bama, A&M, CU, Neb, and OhSt. Film: http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2571119/chad-clay Awkwardly painful interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjtY7mO9ZBk

DB Zechariah McPhearson 6-0 186 Upper Marlboro, MD Riverdale Baptist HS In 2014, had 4 INTS, 26 PBU's, and 10 total TDs. Nominated to Capital Area Football All Conference Team. Named honorable mention private school All-State. Has offers from Wake, BC, Hampton, Iowa, and CU. His father played for BC. Also plays baseball for Riverdale Baptist. Hit .387% last year with 24 hits, 14 RBIs, and was 17 of 18 stealing bases.

DB Levonta Taylor 5-11 177 Virginia Beach,VA Ocean Lakes HS
Rivals 5* #1 CB and 8 overall
24/7 5* #2 CB and 24 overall
In 2014, had 61 tackles, 11 TFL, and 4 INTs. Also caught 35 passes for 578 yards with 7 scores. Known as a versatile and unique athlete. One of the few underclassmen who was invited to last year's The Opening. As per HUDL, Taylor runs a 4.34 40 time. They also have him with a 40.4" vert, 295 bench, and 405 squat. Has offers from UVA, VTech, CU, AZSt, Duke, FSU, UK, Miss, UGA, USC, and others. An interview: http://recruiting.scout.com/story/1420176-the-opening-levonta-taylor
Film: http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3348454/levonta-taylor

A scout's take on Taylor:" I saw Taylor in person at The Opening and 5’10” may be a little generous with his height, but he plays bigger than his size. He’s a fluid athlete that transitions extremely well and has explosive speed. He can run with just about anyone. Taylor is so natural in his backpedal and and his acceleration when he plants and breaks on the football is outstanding. His footwork is so good and he has very little wasted motion. His closing speed is elite and he can run with just about any receiver. Size is the biggest issue with him in terms of jump ball situations, but he can get up there and compete for the football. He has outstanding ball skills and has the ability to be a dangerous player after an interception. He is a physical tackler that will come up and deliver a blow. He’s a willing tackler in run support." Read more: http://sonofacoach.com/levonta-taylor/

S Romeo Finley 6-1 185 Fort Walton Beach, FL Niceville HS
24/7 4* #9 S, 226 Overall
Rivals 4* #17 S, 241 Overall
ESPN 4* #13 S, 169 Overall
4.62 40 yard dash, 32" vert, 305 bench
In 2014, had 15 receptions for 217 yards and a score. Also had 50 tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack, 1 INT, and 2 FF as per MaxPreps.com. As a sophomore, tallied 33 tackles and a pick six.
Has offers from CU, FLA, UofL, Miami, NCSU, and others. He grew up a Miami fan.
An older interview:
Coach Warren: Facilities, Uniforms, Tradition, Coaching Staff, Education? Which factor or combination of factors will be most important in your school choice?
RF: Education, Tradition and Coaching Staff. Education is most important . It’s something you can have for a lifetime. When your football career is done you always have your Education to fall back on.

Coach Warren: Is playing closer to home a big deal?
RF: My ultimate goal is going Division 1. I would love to play closer to home so my Family and Peers could come watch me.

Coach Warren: Is early playing time important?
RF: I would love to come in once I get there and make an immediate impact on the program . But in order to do all that I would have to Work Hard, but I would like to learn the position and master it at first so playing time is a big factor."
Read more: http://www.varsitypreps.com/meet-2016-ath-romeo-finley-huddle-up/

S/ Ath Brittain Brown 6-0 185 Canton, GA Cherokee High 4* by ESPN, #6 RB, 100 overall, 82 grade. 3 star prospect by 24/7, #25 S, #327 overall. 4.67 40, 4.12 20yd shuttle, 38" vertical, Sparq rating of 100.29. 1st team All Region and 2nd team all state. Visited during UNC game. Has offers from CU, GT, Ole Miss, and others.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2623833/brittain-brown

S Nigel Warrior 6-1 180 Atlanta, GA West Lake, HS 4* #5 S and #93 nationally from 24/7. Rivals #1 S, #30 overall. 4.49 40, 250 bench, 410 squat, and 32" vertical. As a sophomore, 61 tackles, 1 FF, 1 FR, and 1 INT. Picked off a pair of passes in Georgia's annual Junior All Star Game. Named Defensive MVP of Junior Game. Son of NFL great Dale Carter. Also runs track. Definitely respected for his speed. He said Tenn leads but UGA is pushing hard. All signs point to him going to UT.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2838149/highlights/207806290

DB Trayvon Mullen 6-2 175 Pompano Beach, FL Coconut Creek HS 4* #9 CB, 128 by Yahoo. Called Clemson a "Dream offer." 4.37 40. Offered on 5-13-14. #1 CB, 7 overall by ESPN.“I was really blown away by Trevon’s length and how smooth he is at such a young age,” said Bill Greene, who covers the state of Ohio and the Midwest for Scout.com. “I know that Notre Dame just offered him, but that will be the first of many. I think he has a chance to be very special.” From bigcountypreps.com "Look at this combo of size, speed and athleticism. 6’1?-6’2? cover corner with legit 4.4 speed. Can play press man coverage, turn and run like a Sunday talent (NFL). But you can’t find big cover guys with speed and ability to play up in the WR’s face and also turn and run. RARE!" CU, Bama, FSU, Miami, LSU, and Fla are in the mix. He is an exceptional athlete who is still growing. Some have him as a Miami lean. LSU is after him hard. Named First Team All State.

Short clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOwHIbjqNr4

More film: http://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/trayvon-mullen/qvlTBfTrEeKZ5AAmVebBJg/default.htm

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Gee to bad we didn't get Mark Fields.... OH WAIT!

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