Week 5 of the 2013 high school football season was one to remember, especially since it was the final time legendary coach Al Fracassa led Birmingham Brother Rice against arch rival Detroit Catholic Central in a regular season contest. The two-time defending Division 2 state champion Warriors defeated the Shamrocks 28-21 in a battle of two of the country's best programs. The all-time winningest coach in Michigan prep football history, and top 10 in the nation, Fracassa's Rice squad (5-0) is one of the state's top teams. Catholic Central is no slouch either. The Shamrocks (4-1), led by D-I recruit Dylan Roney (6-3, 235, 4.6 40 at DE), are playing outstanding football and quite possibly could make their third straight Division 1 state championship appearance this fall.
Besides the Rice-Catholic Central contest, other top games throughout Michigan this past weekend included -
Week 5-
Wyandotte (5-0) 17, Melvindale (4-1) 10-Two of Downriver's best collided with Bears prevailing
Warren DeLaSalle (3-2) 7, Orch. Lake St. Mary's (3-2) 0-Classic Catholic League Central brawl
Temperance Bedford (5-0) 33, Saline (4-1) 17-Big time Southeastern Conference showdown
Portage Central (5-0) 49, Portage Northern (3-2) 7-Rivalry game surprisingly one-sided
Port Huron (4-1) 28, Port Huron Northern (2-3) 0-Another lopsided heated-rivalry contest
Menominee (5-0) 42, Kingsford (4-1) 13-Upper Peninsula heavyweights clash
Lincoln Alcona (5-0) 28, Whittemore-Prescott (3-2) 26 (2OT)-"Up North" win for upstart Alcona
Ithaca (5-0) 49, Carrollton (2-3) 14-Top-ranked 'Jackets hold nation's longest win streak at 47
Grand Rapids Christian (4-1) 28, East Grand Rapids (3-2) 17-Top game in football crazy GR
Detroit Loyola (5-0) 36, Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (4-1) 29-Catholic League AA thriller
Dearborn Fordson (4-1) 34, Dearborn (1-4) 7-Crosstown rivalry sees "Cake Eaters" fall.
Clarkston (4-1) 42, Rochester Hills Stoney Creek (4-1) 7-Wolves win 4 straight after Week 1 loss
Detroit Country Day (2-3) 34, Escanaba (1-4) 7-Country Day traveled 429 miles to beat the Upper Peninsula Eskymos. How many other states east of the Mississippi River can have a team travel 429 MILES for an in-state contest? -- FOUR HUNDRED AND TWENTY-NINE MILES (think about that) -- Just another reason why Michigan high school football is by far the best, and most unique, in the Midwest.
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Least-heralded class of 2015 college football prospects in Michigan
With Week No. 4 of the prep football season in the books, here is a look at some of the least-heralded class of 2015 junior players who appear to be bonafide Division I college football talents. These players are guys I might have overlooked at the beginning of the year, but now are on my radar and should be on the radar of every D-I college football coach in Michigan and throughout the country.
(Rankings in no particular order, all are D-I -- high, mid, low level -- college prospects)
Quarterback-
1. Andrew Duckett-6-1, 180-Niles Brandywine-Also top DB, 4.5 speed, led team to 4-0 start
2. Tyree Jackson-6-3, 180-Muskegon Mona Shores-Two-year starter, physical specimen
3. Mason Opple-6-2, 195-Hudsonville-Tim Tebow-like runner/passer for Grand Rapids power
4. Askaree Crawford-5-11, 180-Ann Arbor Skyline-1,500 yds., 12 TDs, 285 yds., 6 TDs as soph
5. Collin Goslin-6-2, 200-Dearborn Divine Child-Will be four-year starter for Falcons, steady
6. Dakota Cupp-6-2, 190-Waterford Mott
7. Glacier Wallington-5-10, 180-Oxford-Already three-year starter, also excellent DB prospect
8. Ty Sparks-6-1, 170-Clawson-Coach's son, dynamic pass/catch duo w/ stud Marquian Johnson
9. Jake Zorn-6-3, 190-Holly
10. Keegan James-6-2, 200-Stanton Central Montcalm-Great size, strength, also excellent LB
11. Greg Williams-6-2, 190-Canton-Another top signal-caller in strong 2015 QB class
12. Jay Doll-6-0, 175-Paw Paw-Putting up video game-like numbers already this season (over 1,500 yds. passing, 18 TDs, 4 ints after five games)
Running Back-
1. Juan Johnson-5-8, 185-Madison Hts. Madison-Big-time combo RB/DB, 4.5 speed
2. Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-Auburn Hills Avondale-4.2 40, defending 100 meter state champ
3. Oscar Brown-5-9, 180-Romulus-4.3 40, best Romulus back since Fred Russell (Iowa)
4. Shawn Knox-5-8, 165-Fruitport-Slippery guy who plays multiple positions, RB-WR-CB
5. E.J. Jackson-5-8, 185-Lansing Eastern-Speed-burner from the Capital City
Wide Receiver-
1. Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-Grand Rapids South Christian-Big target, also top LB prospect
2. Sam Beal-6-2, 170-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-School record-holder in 200, game-breaker
3. Jaylin Gholston-6-3, 180-Madison Hts. Madison-Another tall, lanky WR with speed
4. Malik Whitehead-6-0, 170-Detroit Denby-All around talent, also excels at RB, DB
Tight End-
1. Parker Underwood-6-4, 225-East Lansing
2. Daniel Crawford-6-2, 235-Macomb Dakota-Superb blocker for state power
3. Matt Seybert-6-4, 220-Traverse City St. Francis
4. Tyler Mabry-6-4, 220-Ypsilanti Lincoln-Awesome size/speed/athleticism combo, great hoopster
5. Ryan Roberts-6-7, 230-Northville-Already has Big Ten body, D-I schools drooling, top B-Baller
Offensive Linemen-
1. Adam Matich-6-1, 270-Clarkston-Already offered by Miami (Ohio)
2. Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-Belding-Best Redskin OL since Erik Faasen (Toledo, All-MAC)
3. Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-Battle Creek Pennfield-Big Ten size, talent, a must-see for area coaches
4. Seth Tice-6-2, 265-Traverse City Central-Excellent guard/center prospect from "Up North"
5. John Keenoy-6-3, 285-East Kentwood-Pure center, anchors middle of line, big-time mauler
6. Robert Hacker-6-3, 240-Dearborn-Benches 290, skilled, technical blocker at center
7. Cody Patterson-6-4, 275-Walled Lake Central-Bookend OT w/senior Kevin Kwapis (6-9, 300)
8. Ryan Rockensuess-6-4, 260-Troy Athens
9. Justin Banks-6-5, 260-Farmington
10. Andy Adado-6-5, 265-Holt-Next great Holt OL, multiple former Rams now playing D-I
Kicker-
1. Jake Herbers-5-11, 175-Battle Creek Lakeview
Defensive Linemen-
1. Tony Balabani-6-2, 230-Macomb Dakota-High-motor, also plays RB for top program
2. DeMaris Price-6-1, 265-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-Run-plugger inside
3. Wyatt Conkle-6-3, 240-Hesperia-Little known, three-year starter who makes play after play
4. Diontaye Gordon-6-4, 235-Muskegon Mona Shores-Nice frame, length
5. Tommy Brown-6-2, 265-Grand Rapids Northview-Force in trenches, demands double
6. Rhys Adle-6-3, 215-Traverse City Central
7. Jacob Miller-6-6, 220-Detroit Northwestern-Big time prospect from PSL, 4.8 40
8. Kenton Rivard-6-3, 300-Marine City-Explosive power in trenches, also outstanding OL
Linebacker-
1. Jack Bates-6-3, 215-Grand Rapids Christian-Talented player, could bulk up to DE at next level
2. Kamahl March-6-3, 215-Detroit East English Village-17 sacks, 6 punt blocks as soph
3. Jeff Marvin-6-1, 205-Adrian-Tackling machine for Maples
4. Joe Platz-6-2, 215-Rochester Hills Stoney Creek-Good size, mobility
5. Marvin Wright-6-0, 200-Lansing Everett-Dad was star at MSU, son might be even better
Defensive Back-
1. Danil Young-5-10, 170-Grandville-Already a two-year starter, skilled cover guy
2. Craig Gaillard-5-11, 175-Dearborn Edsel Ford-Three-year starter, also standout QB
Top 15 Overall Least-Heralded 2015 Recruits (so far, this season)
1. Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-RB-Auburn Hills Avondale-No. 3-ranked RB in class of 2015
2. Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-OT-Battle Creek Pennfield-Size alone forces a high D-I look
3. Kamahl March-6-3, 215-LB-Detroit East English Village-Speed edge-rusher, sky is the limit
4. Jacob Miller-6-6, 220-DE-Detroit Northwestern-Elite athlete, huge wingspan, quickness
5. Ryan Roberts-6-7, 230-TE-Northville-Could flesh out to 6-8, 270 behemoth at next level
6. Tyler Mabry-6-4, 220-TE-Ypsilanti Lincoln-Raw talent with Big Ten size/speed combo
7. John Keenoy-6-3, 285-C-East Kentwood-Huge upside for highly-skilled blocker
8. Askaree Crawford-5-11, 180-QB-Ann Arbor Skyline-Can do it all, can play multiple positions
9. Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-WR-Grand Rapids South Christian-Match-up problem, could be TE/LB
10. Tommy Brown-6-2, 265-DT-Grand Rapids Northview-By next season he'll be unblockable
11. Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-OT-Belding-Love his size, length combo upfront, terrific prospect
12. Glacier Wallington-5-10, 180-QB-DB-Oxford-Just a football player, great natural skills
13. Tony Balabani-6-2, 230-DE-Macomb Dakota-Never stops playing, great mobility for big guy
14. Juan Johnson-5-8, 185-RB-Madison Hts. Madison-Eye-popping burst, ball-hawk at DB
15. Sam Beal-6-2, 170-WR-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-A diamond in the rough type player;
(three-way tie) Craig Gaillard-5-11, 175-DB-Dearborn Edsel Ford-Smart, heady player, leader; Oscar Brown-5-9, 180-RB-Romulus-4.3 speed deserves Big Ten/MAC look for sure
(Rankings in no particular order, all are D-I -- high, mid, low level -- college prospects)
Quarterback-
1. Andrew Duckett-6-1, 180-Niles Brandywine-Also top DB, 4.5 speed, led team to 4-0 start
2. Tyree Jackson-6-3, 180-Muskegon Mona Shores-Two-year starter, physical specimen
3. Mason Opple-6-2, 195-Hudsonville-Tim Tebow-like runner/passer for Grand Rapids power
4. Askaree Crawford-5-11, 180-Ann Arbor Skyline-1,500 yds., 12 TDs, 285 yds., 6 TDs as soph
5. Collin Goslin-6-2, 200-Dearborn Divine Child-Will be four-year starter for Falcons, steady
6. Dakota Cupp-6-2, 190-Waterford Mott
7. Glacier Wallington-5-10, 180-Oxford-Already three-year starter, also excellent DB prospect
8. Ty Sparks-6-1, 170-Clawson-Coach's son, dynamic pass/catch duo w/ stud Marquian Johnson
9. Jake Zorn-6-3, 190-Holly
10. Keegan James-6-2, 200-Stanton Central Montcalm-Great size, strength, also excellent LB
11. Greg Williams-6-2, 190-Canton-Another top signal-caller in strong 2015 QB class
12. Jay Doll-6-0, 175-Paw Paw-Putting up video game-like numbers already this season (over 1,500 yds. passing, 18 TDs, 4 ints after five games)
Running Back-
1. Juan Johnson-5-8, 185-Madison Hts. Madison-Big-time combo RB/DB, 4.5 speed
2. Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-Auburn Hills Avondale-4.2 40, defending 100 meter state champ
3. Oscar Brown-5-9, 180-Romulus-4.3 40, best Romulus back since Fred Russell (Iowa)
4. Shawn Knox-5-8, 165-Fruitport-Slippery guy who plays multiple positions, RB-WR-CB
5. E.J. Jackson-5-8, 185-Lansing Eastern-Speed-burner from the Capital City
Wide Receiver-
1. Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-Grand Rapids South Christian-Big target, also top LB prospect
2. Sam Beal-6-2, 170-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-School record-holder in 200, game-breaker
3. Jaylin Gholston-6-3, 180-Madison Hts. Madison-Another tall, lanky WR with speed
4. Malik Whitehead-6-0, 170-Detroit Denby-All around talent, also excels at RB, DB
Tight End-
1. Parker Underwood-6-4, 225-East Lansing
2. Daniel Crawford-6-2, 235-Macomb Dakota-Superb blocker for state power
3. Matt Seybert-6-4, 220-Traverse City St. Francis
4. Tyler Mabry-6-4, 220-Ypsilanti Lincoln-Awesome size/speed/athleticism combo, great hoopster
5. Ryan Roberts-6-7, 230-Northville-Already has Big Ten body, D-I schools drooling, top B-Baller
Offensive Linemen-
1. Adam Matich-6-1, 270-Clarkston-Already offered by Miami (Ohio)
2. Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-Belding-Best Redskin OL since Erik Faasen (Toledo, All-MAC)
3. Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-Battle Creek Pennfield-Big Ten size, talent, a must-see for area coaches
4. Seth Tice-6-2, 265-Traverse City Central-Excellent guard/center prospect from "Up North"
5. John Keenoy-6-3, 285-East Kentwood-Pure center, anchors middle of line, big-time mauler
6. Robert Hacker-6-3, 240-Dearborn-Benches 290, skilled, technical blocker at center
7. Cody Patterson-6-4, 275-Walled Lake Central-Bookend OT w/senior Kevin Kwapis (6-9, 300)
8. Ryan Rockensuess-6-4, 260-Troy Athens
9. Justin Banks-6-5, 260-Farmington
10. Andy Adado-6-5, 265-Holt-Next great Holt OL, multiple former Rams now playing D-I
Kicker-
1. Jake Herbers-5-11, 175-Battle Creek Lakeview
Defensive Linemen-
1. Tony Balabani-6-2, 230-Macomb Dakota-High-motor, also plays RB for top program
2. DeMaris Price-6-1, 265-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-Run-plugger inside
3. Wyatt Conkle-6-3, 240-Hesperia-Little known, three-year starter who makes play after play
4. Diontaye Gordon-6-4, 235-Muskegon Mona Shores-Nice frame, length
5. Tommy Brown-6-2, 265-Grand Rapids Northview-Force in trenches, demands double
6. Rhys Adle-6-3, 215-Traverse City Central
7. Jacob Miller-6-6, 220-Detroit Northwestern-Big time prospect from PSL, 4.8 40
8. Kenton Rivard-6-3, 300-Marine City-Explosive power in trenches, also outstanding OL
Linebacker-
1. Jack Bates-6-3, 215-Grand Rapids Christian-Talented player, could bulk up to DE at next level
2. Kamahl March-6-3, 215-Detroit East English Village-17 sacks, 6 punt blocks as soph
3. Jeff Marvin-6-1, 205-Adrian-Tackling machine for Maples
4. Joe Platz-6-2, 215-Rochester Hills Stoney Creek-Good size, mobility
5. Marvin Wright-6-0, 200-Lansing Everett-Dad was star at MSU, son might be even better
Defensive Back-
1. Danil Young-5-10, 170-Grandville-Already a two-year starter, skilled cover guy
2. Craig Gaillard-5-11, 175-Dearborn Edsel Ford-Three-year starter, also standout QB
Top 15 Overall Least-Heralded 2015 Recruits (so far, this season)
1. Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-RB-Auburn Hills Avondale-No. 3-ranked RB in class of 2015
2. Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-OT-Battle Creek Pennfield-Size alone forces a high D-I look
3. Kamahl March-6-3, 215-LB-Detroit East English Village-Speed edge-rusher, sky is the limit
4. Jacob Miller-6-6, 220-DE-Detroit Northwestern-Elite athlete, huge wingspan, quickness
5. Ryan Roberts-6-7, 230-TE-Northville-Could flesh out to 6-8, 270 behemoth at next level
6. Tyler Mabry-6-4, 220-TE-Ypsilanti Lincoln-Raw talent with Big Ten size/speed combo
7. John Keenoy-6-3, 285-C-East Kentwood-Huge upside for highly-skilled blocker
8. Askaree Crawford-5-11, 180-QB-Ann Arbor Skyline-Can do it all, can play multiple positions
9. Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-WR-Grand Rapids South Christian-Match-up problem, could be TE/LB
10. Tommy Brown-6-2, 265-DT-Grand Rapids Northview-By next season he'll be unblockable
11. Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-OT-Belding-Love his size, length combo upfront, terrific prospect
12. Glacier Wallington-5-10, 180-QB-DB-Oxford-Just a football player, great natural skills
13. Tony Balabani-6-2, 230-DE-Macomb Dakota-Never stops playing, great mobility for big guy
14. Juan Johnson-5-8, 185-RB-Madison Hts. Madison-Eye-popping burst, ball-hawk at DB
15. Sam Beal-6-2, 170-WR-Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills-A diamond in the rough type player;
(three-way tie) Craig Gaillard-5-11, 175-DB-Dearborn Edsel Ford-Smart, heady player, leader; Oscar Brown-5-9, 180-RB-Romulus-4.3 speed deserves Big Ten/MAC look for sure
Monday, September 16, 2013
Incredible first three weeks of 2013 prep football season
What an amazing first three weeks it's been for high school football throughout the state of Michigan. Here is a listing highlighting some of the top games from the 2013 season's opening weeks. What is particularly interesting to me, and really not too surprising considering our state's talent, is the dominance of Michigan teams against powerhouse squads from other Midwestern states. That dominance goes to show what I've always believed, which is high school football in Michigan is second to no one and the state's talent is truly the best, pound for pound, in the Midwest.
Week 1-
Rockford 23, Utica Eisenhower 6-Great match-up between West and East Michigan powers.
Grand Rapids Christian 41, GR South Christian 13-Battle of defending state champions.
Birm. Brother Rice 29, Cleveland (Ohio) St. Ignatius 20-Ohio D-1 champs ('01, '08, '11) fall.
Oak Park 25, Orchard Lake St. Mary's 20-Over 10 Division I college football players in game.
Toledo (Ohio) Central Catholic 21, Warren DeLaSalle 14-Ohio D-2 champs eke out win.
Detroit Cass Tech 18, Southfield 14-Over 15 D-I college prospects in Week 1 classic.
Week 2-
Kalamazoo Central 23, Battle Creek Central 7-State's oldest rivalry continues on and on...
Detroit Catholic Central 35, Chicago (Ill.) Simeon 13-Illinois power (11-2 last year) loses.
Zeeland East 50, Zeeland West 44-One of the state's newest and best rivalries.
Muskegon 35, GR Christian 13-Defending D-2 runners-up beat defending D-3 state champs.
Orch. Lake St. Mary's 10, Toledo (Ohio) Whitmer 3-Another Ohio power falls to Michigan team.
Detroit King 6, Detroit East English Village 0-Talent-rich Detroit PSL marquee game.
Week 3-
Muskegon 45, Rockford 0-West Michigan Clash of Titans turned into a surprising rout.
St. Joseph 32, Stevensville-Lakeshore 20-Lake Michigan beach towns, equal elite HS football.
Det. Catholic Cent. 23, Toledo (Ohio) Whitmer 0-Ohio D-1 runner-up loses again to MI.
Zeeland East 14, Hudsonville 12-Another West Michigan game featuring top programs.
Swartz Creek 71, Flint Kearsley 61-Anyone hear of defense? Combined points-132. Wow.
Menominee 40, Harbor Beach 21-Upper Peninsula power Menominee (D-5 state champs 2006, 2007) played Thumb area power and defending D-8 state champion Harbor Beach in a cool match-up between two excellent football programs who normally would never face each other.
Week 1-
Rockford 23, Utica Eisenhower 6-Great match-up between West and East Michigan powers.
Grand Rapids Christian 41, GR South Christian 13-Battle of defending state champions.
Birm. Brother Rice 29, Cleveland (Ohio) St. Ignatius 20-Ohio D-1 champs ('01, '08, '11) fall.
Oak Park 25, Orchard Lake St. Mary's 20-Over 10 Division I college football players in game.
Toledo (Ohio) Central Catholic 21, Warren DeLaSalle 14-Ohio D-2 champs eke out win.
Detroit Cass Tech 18, Southfield 14-Over 15 D-I college prospects in Week 1 classic.
Week 2-
Kalamazoo Central 23, Battle Creek Central 7-State's oldest rivalry continues on and on...
Detroit Catholic Central 35, Chicago (Ill.) Simeon 13-Illinois power (11-2 last year) loses.
Zeeland East 50, Zeeland West 44-One of the state's newest and best rivalries.
Muskegon 35, GR Christian 13-Defending D-2 runners-up beat defending D-3 state champs.
Orch. Lake St. Mary's 10, Toledo (Ohio) Whitmer 3-Another Ohio power falls to Michigan team.
Detroit King 6, Detroit East English Village 0-Talent-rich Detroit PSL marquee game.
Week 3-
Muskegon 45, Rockford 0-West Michigan Clash of Titans turned into a surprising rout.
St. Joseph 32, Stevensville-Lakeshore 20-Lake Michigan beach towns, equal elite HS football.
Det. Catholic Cent. 23, Toledo (Ohio) Whitmer 0-Ohio D-1 runner-up loses again to MI.
Zeeland East 14, Hudsonville 12-Another West Michigan game featuring top programs.
Swartz Creek 71, Flint Kearsley 61-Anyone hear of defense? Combined points-132. Wow.
Menominee 40, Harbor Beach 21-Upper Peninsula power Menominee (D-5 state champs 2006, 2007) played Thumb area power and defending D-8 state champion Harbor Beach in a cool match-up between two excellent football programs who normally would never face each other.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Classes of 2014, 2015 least well-known Division I college football prospects in Michigan (Early rankings)
Well, as we conclude the second week of the 2013 prep football season, I've been busy perusing local previews and game scores from throughout the state of Michigan. It's truly eye-popping the depth, quality and outright total number of Division I-caliber players in the state. Here is a list of some of the top players and D-I prospects (outside of the close to 200 juniors and seniors I've already listed in this blog) I uncovered, or, in some instances, wasn't that high on previously and now have a change of opinion, after canvassing and researching the state from north to south and east to west. All of these players are Division I-level football recruits.
Class of 2014- (With updated rankings in some instances)
Quarterback-
1. Danny Welke-6-4, 190-Marshall-No. 4-rated QB in state, 1,758 yds and 16 TDs as Jr.
2. Tyler Sigler-6-3, 200-Grand Rapids Christian-No. 6-rated QB, 4.5 40, transfer from Jenison
3. Jalen Brady-6-0, 190-Southfield-Slippery QB for one of state's best teams, BGSU verbal
4. A.J. Favazza-6-6, 250-Center Line-Skill to be TE at next level, similar to Matt Sokol (No. 5 QB)
Running Back-
1. Jeremiah Johnson-5-9, 190-Pontiac Notre Dame Prep-Toledo, WMU recruiting
2. Trevor Mason-6-2, 205-Macomb Lutheran North-Freakish talent, 4.5, 300 bench, also top LB
3. Danny Bauder-5-9, 180-Zeeland West-All-purpose threat (KO, DB, RB), 4.4 40
4. Jesse Brown-5-10, 175-Romulus Summit Academy-Small school standout, explosive, 4.4 40
5. Dan Shoop-5-10, 190-Muskegon Oakridge-Gamer, always moving forward
6. Quinn Smith-6-2, 185-Owendale-Gagetown-1,400 yds, 26 TDs, 81 carries (5 games) for 8-man stud
Wide Receiver-
1. Cooper Mojsiejenko-6-4, 210-Bridgman-51 catches, 905 yds, 7 TDs, kicked 50-yd FG, top LB
2. Jordan Billingslea-5-8, 165-Southfield-Cat-quick, verbal commit to WMU
3. Lavelle Griffin-6-5, 185-Detroit Consortium-Match-up problem, great size, speed combo
4. Brandon Sowards-6-1, 175-Wyandotte-One of Downriver's best, 4.5 40, 26 catches last year
5. Collin Carter-6-3, 185-Temperance Bedford-Big body, great hands
6. Malik Boynton-6-2, 185-Melvindale-24 catches, 11 TDs last yr., 4.5 40, also top DB
7. Malik Taylor-6-2, 195-Montrose-Exceptional sleeper-type talent, 4.4 40, great size, production
Tight End-
1. Jake Barann-6-6, 230-Allen Park-Another big time TE prospect in deep class, No. 8-rated
2. Odell Miller-6-4, 245-Gull Lake-Athletic, nimble big body, also standout hoops player
3. Austin Gordon-6-4, 230-Grand Rapids Catholic Central
4. Christian Ceeka-6-3, 230-Holland
Offensive Linemen-
1. Evan Akins-6-6, 285-Hudsonville-Big, agile tackle, Navy verbal commit, top 10 OT in state
2. Zach Geno-6-4, 250-Battle Creek Pennfield-Powerful blocker, intense
3. Brian Hawkins-6-3, 290-Muskegon-One of state's best pure centers, ineligible a season ago
4. John Filiatraut-6-4, 260-Dearborn Divine Child-Key protector for QB Goslin (see above)
5. Dimitri Angelas-6-5, 285-Northville-U-Mass verbal, pairs with top Jr. David Moorman (6-5, 275)
6. Micah Smith-6-5, 265-Detroit Old Redford-Coach's son, excellent technique, form
7. Alex Van Vossen-6-4, 240-Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central
8. Zach VandeVusse-6-5, 295-Hamilton
9. David Dryer-6-4, 315-Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern-Great size, blocker
10. Aaron Curtis-6-3, 275-Coopersville-Three-year starter
11. Leon Richardson-6-4, 290-Walled Lake Western
12. Jack Luoma-6-3, 245-Battle Creek St. Phillip-Four-year starter at center
13. Ethan Lussky-6-4, 285-Rockford-Another in long line of talented Ram O-Linemen
14. Tristan Fleet-6-3, 275-Mancelona-One of northern Michigan's best centers
Kicker-
1. Cameron West-5-11, 175-DeWitt-Lansing State Journal Dream Teamer as Jr., 43-yd FG
Defensive linemen-
1. Kyle Baldwin-6-4, 245-Madison Heights Madison-Big Ten talent, speed, 4.8 40
2. Jeremiah Harris-6-5, 230-Temperance Bedford-MAC schools interested in Mule DE
3. Karl Marback-6-5, 240-Birmingham Seaholm-Elite pass rusher, 14 sacks a year ago
4. Zach Testolin-6-3, 235-Battle Creek Harper Creek-62 tackles, 6 sacks, 15 TFL last yr
5. Lion King Conaway-6-5, 225-Southfield-Great name, better talent, frame, D-I prospect
6. Carl Grant-6-2, 225-Dowagiac-Speed edge rusher
7. Mitchell Stanitzek-6-4, 220-Grand Rapids West Catholic-EMU verbal commit
8. Patrick Moriarty-6-3, 240-East Lansing
9. Matt Humphreys-6-2, 285-Utica Eisenhower-Run-plugger for suburban Detroit power
10. Donte Nelson-6-1, 285-East Kentwood
Linebacker-
1. Alex Hamilton-6-2, 205-Anchor Bay-MAC schools recruiting, also top RB
2. Aaron Thompson-6-2, 215-Dearborn Heights Robichaud-Brother Ron plays at Syracuse
3. Thomas Jones-6-2, 235-Harper Woods Chandler Park-Excellent size, tackler
4. Alex Brackett-6-2, 240-Grand Blanc
5. John Brennan-6-1, 215-Howell- Rugged player, 4.7 speed
6. Kaleb Hauser-6-2, 225-Kalkaska-Dominant LB "Up North," 4.7 speed
Defensive back-
1. Josh Smith-5-9, 175-Riverview-Three-year starter, 4.4 speed, also dangerous WR
2. Omari McCauley-6-0, 165-Detroit Douglas-Good size, skills as lockdown corner for 'Canes
Overall Top 15 Least Publicized D-I Prospects for Class of 2014-
1. Danny Welke-6-4, 190-QB-Marshall- No. 4-ranked QB prospect in Michigan
2. Malik Taylor-6-2, 195-WR-DB-Montrose-Big Ten, D-I talent at mid-sized school
3. Cooper Mojsiejenko-6-4, 210-WR-LB-K-Bridgman-No. 7-ranked WR in state
4. Kyle Baldwin-6-4, 245-DE-TE-Madison Heights Madison-No. 10-ranked DE in state
5. Evan Akins-6-6, 285-OT-Hudsonville-No. 9-ranked OT in state
6. Jake Barann-6-6, 230-TE-Allen Park-No. 8-ranked TE in Michigan
7. Jeremiah Johnson-5-9, 190-RB-Pontiac Notre Dame Prep-Tied for No. 10-ranked RB in state
8. Tyler Sigler-6-3, 200-QB-Grand Rapids Christian-No. 6-ranked QB in Michigan
9. Jordan Billingslea-5-8, 165-WR-Southfield
10. Trevor Mason-6-2, 205-RB-LB-Macomb Lutheran North
11. Alex Hamilton-6-2, 205-LB-RB-Anchor Bay
12. Jeremiah Harris-6-5, 230-DE-Temperance Bedford
13. Danny Bauder-5-9, 180-RB-DB-KR-Zeeland West
14. Malik Boynton-6-2, 185-WR-DB-Melvindale
15. (three-way tie) Lavelle Griffin-6-5, 185-WR-Detroit Consortium; Josh Smith-5-9, 175-DB-WR-Riverview; Quinn Smith-6-2, 185-RB-Owendale-Gagetown
-- Next I'll list the least well-known college football prospects for the class of 2015. Here's a quick peek at a few players on the list- Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-OT-Battle Creek Pennfield, Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-WR-LB-Grand Rapids South Christian, Kamahl March-6-3, 215-LB-Detroit East English Village (17 sacks, 6 punt blocks last season), Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-OT-Belding, Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-RB-Auburn Hills Avondale (defending big school 100 meter state champ, 4.2 40 at Alabama camp).
Class of 2014- (With updated rankings in some instances)
Quarterback-
1. Danny Welke-6-4, 190-Marshall-No. 4-rated QB in state, 1,758 yds and 16 TDs as Jr.
2. Tyler Sigler-6-3, 200-Grand Rapids Christian-No. 6-rated QB, 4.5 40, transfer from Jenison
3. Jalen Brady-6-0, 190-Southfield-Slippery QB for one of state's best teams, BGSU verbal
4. A.J. Favazza-6-6, 250-Center Line-Skill to be TE at next level, similar to Matt Sokol (No. 5 QB)
Running Back-
1. Jeremiah Johnson-5-9, 190-Pontiac Notre Dame Prep-Toledo, WMU recruiting
2. Trevor Mason-6-2, 205-Macomb Lutheran North-Freakish talent, 4.5, 300 bench, also top LB
3. Danny Bauder-5-9, 180-Zeeland West-All-purpose threat (KO, DB, RB), 4.4 40
4. Jesse Brown-5-10, 175-Romulus Summit Academy-Small school standout, explosive, 4.4 40
5. Dan Shoop-5-10, 190-Muskegon Oakridge-Gamer, always moving forward
6. Quinn Smith-6-2, 185-Owendale-Gagetown-1,400 yds, 26 TDs, 81 carries (5 games) for 8-man stud
Wide Receiver-
1. Cooper Mojsiejenko-6-4, 210-Bridgman-51 catches, 905 yds, 7 TDs, kicked 50-yd FG, top LB
2. Jordan Billingslea-5-8, 165-Southfield-Cat-quick, verbal commit to WMU
3. Lavelle Griffin-6-5, 185-Detroit Consortium-Match-up problem, great size, speed combo
4. Brandon Sowards-6-1, 175-Wyandotte-One of Downriver's best, 4.5 40, 26 catches last year
5. Collin Carter-6-3, 185-Temperance Bedford-Big body, great hands
6. Malik Boynton-6-2, 185-Melvindale-24 catches, 11 TDs last yr., 4.5 40, also top DB
7. Malik Taylor-6-2, 195-Montrose-Exceptional sleeper-type talent, 4.4 40, great size, production
Tight End-
1. Jake Barann-6-6, 230-Allen Park-Another big time TE prospect in deep class, No. 8-rated
2. Odell Miller-6-4, 245-Gull Lake-Athletic, nimble big body, also standout hoops player
3. Austin Gordon-6-4, 230-Grand Rapids Catholic Central
4. Christian Ceeka-6-3, 230-Holland
Offensive Linemen-
1. Evan Akins-6-6, 285-Hudsonville-Big, agile tackle, Navy verbal commit, top 10 OT in state
2. Zach Geno-6-4, 250-Battle Creek Pennfield-Powerful blocker, intense
3. Brian Hawkins-6-3, 290-Muskegon-One of state's best pure centers, ineligible a season ago
4. John Filiatraut-6-4, 260-Dearborn Divine Child-Key protector for QB Goslin (see above)
5. Dimitri Angelas-6-5, 285-Northville-U-Mass verbal, pairs with top Jr. David Moorman (6-5, 275)
6. Micah Smith-6-5, 265-Detroit Old Redford-Coach's son, excellent technique, form
7. Alex Van Vossen-6-4, 240-Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central
8. Zach VandeVusse-6-5, 295-Hamilton
9. David Dryer-6-4, 315-Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern-Great size, blocker
10. Aaron Curtis-6-3, 275-Coopersville-Three-year starter
11. Leon Richardson-6-4, 290-Walled Lake Western
12. Jack Luoma-6-3, 245-Battle Creek St. Phillip-Four-year starter at center
13. Ethan Lussky-6-4, 285-Rockford-Another in long line of talented Ram O-Linemen
14. Tristan Fleet-6-3, 275-Mancelona-One of northern Michigan's best centers
Kicker-
1. Cameron West-5-11, 175-DeWitt-Lansing State Journal Dream Teamer as Jr., 43-yd FG
Defensive linemen-
1. Kyle Baldwin-6-4, 245-Madison Heights Madison-Big Ten talent, speed, 4.8 40
2. Jeremiah Harris-6-5, 230-Temperance Bedford-MAC schools interested in Mule DE
3. Karl Marback-6-5, 240-Birmingham Seaholm-Elite pass rusher, 14 sacks a year ago
4. Zach Testolin-6-3, 235-Battle Creek Harper Creek-62 tackles, 6 sacks, 15 TFL last yr
5. Lion King Conaway-6-5, 225-Southfield-Great name, better talent, frame, D-I prospect
6. Carl Grant-6-2, 225-Dowagiac-Speed edge rusher
7. Mitchell Stanitzek-6-4, 220-Grand Rapids West Catholic-EMU verbal commit
8. Patrick Moriarty-6-3, 240-East Lansing
9. Matt Humphreys-6-2, 285-Utica Eisenhower-Run-plugger for suburban Detroit power
10. Donte Nelson-6-1, 285-East Kentwood
Linebacker-
1. Alex Hamilton-6-2, 205-Anchor Bay-MAC schools recruiting, also top RB
2. Aaron Thompson-6-2, 215-Dearborn Heights Robichaud-Brother Ron plays at Syracuse
3. Thomas Jones-6-2, 235-Harper Woods Chandler Park-Excellent size, tackler
4. Alex Brackett-6-2, 240-Grand Blanc
5. John Brennan-6-1, 215-Howell- Rugged player, 4.7 speed
6. Kaleb Hauser-6-2, 225-Kalkaska-Dominant LB "Up North," 4.7 speed
Defensive back-
1. Josh Smith-5-9, 175-Riverview-Three-year starter, 4.4 speed, also dangerous WR
2. Omari McCauley-6-0, 165-Detroit Douglas-Good size, skills as lockdown corner for 'Canes
Overall Top 15 Least Publicized D-I Prospects for Class of 2014-
1. Danny Welke-6-4, 190-QB-Marshall- No. 4-ranked QB prospect in Michigan
2. Malik Taylor-6-2, 195-WR-DB-Montrose-Big Ten, D-I talent at mid-sized school
3. Cooper Mojsiejenko-6-4, 210-WR-LB-K-Bridgman-No. 7-ranked WR in state
4. Kyle Baldwin-6-4, 245-DE-TE-Madison Heights Madison-No. 10-ranked DE in state
5. Evan Akins-6-6, 285-OT-Hudsonville-No. 9-ranked OT in state
6. Jake Barann-6-6, 230-TE-Allen Park-No. 8-ranked TE in Michigan
7. Jeremiah Johnson-5-9, 190-RB-Pontiac Notre Dame Prep-Tied for No. 10-ranked RB in state
8. Tyler Sigler-6-3, 200-QB-Grand Rapids Christian-No. 6-ranked QB in Michigan
9. Jordan Billingslea-5-8, 165-WR-Southfield
10. Trevor Mason-6-2, 205-RB-LB-Macomb Lutheran North
11. Alex Hamilton-6-2, 205-LB-RB-Anchor Bay
12. Jeremiah Harris-6-5, 230-DE-Temperance Bedford
13. Danny Bauder-5-9, 180-RB-DB-KR-Zeeland West
14. Malik Boynton-6-2, 185-WR-DB-Melvindale
15. (three-way tie) Lavelle Griffin-6-5, 185-WR-Detroit Consortium; Josh Smith-5-9, 175-DB-WR-Riverview; Quinn Smith-6-2, 185-RB-Owendale-Gagetown
-- Next I'll list the least well-known college football prospects for the class of 2015. Here's a quick peek at a few players on the list- Ryan Lowe-6-9, 285-OT-Battle Creek Pennfield, Sam Heyboer-6-5, 210-WR-LB-Grand Rapids South Christian, Kamahl March-6-3, 215-LB-Detroit East English Village (17 sacks, 6 punt blocks last season), Bryce Wilker-6-6, 275-OT-Belding, Josh Holloman-5-11, 185-RB-Auburn Hills Avondale (defending big school 100 meter state champ, 4.2 40 at Alabama camp).
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