Pennsylvania Recruits

Pennsylvania

Quarterbacks
••••+ Paul Jones 6-3, 220, 4.7 McKeesrocks Sto Rox
A terrific all around athlete who is known for his bullet passes and leadership skills.
On Film–Paul proves to be a good enough athlete to win games with his arm or feet. He can make all the throws, plays under control, is tough, and will do whatever it takes to win. He shows a quick setup in the pocket and goes through his progressions well. The #1 QB in western PA and one of the nation's finest.
Stats–He threw for 1,850 yds and 20 TDs and was picked off just 3 times on his way to earning All-Western PA honors.
Grades–His GPA is over a 3.0.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Tyler Smith 6-5, 195, 4.7 Easton Wilson Area
Looks like a pretty good year for signal callers in the state of Pennsylvania.
On Film–Tyler seems to fit perfectly into a pro-style offense. He stands tall in the pocket, shows very good arm strength, but can also throw with touch. A tough kid who can take a hit, he presents good throwing mechanics to the college scouts and shows the ability to run when the play breaks down. Not only can he throw the deep out with authority but he can put the ball on the money just about every time.
Stats–Threw for 2,952 yds and 35 TDs and was picked off 11 times. He completed 51% of his passes and earned All-State honors.
Favorite Schools–Committed to MARYLAND.

•••• Anthony Gonzalez 6-2, 193, 4.6 Bethlehem Liberty
One of the more complete QB prospects in the east.
On Film–Anthony put together one heck of an '08 season at QB and also at DB. An exceptional athlete who seems to do everything with ease. At QB he shows very good pocket awareness, he's exceptionally accurate, and has been blessed with impressive throwing mechanics. He has an uncanny knack of putting the ball on the money just about every time. Shows good escapability and can create with his feet.
Stats–Threw for 1,585 yds and 12 TDs and was picked off 4 times. He also ran for 1,695 yds and 24 TDs leading his team to a state title. On defense he recorded 45 tackles and 4 picks at FS.
Other Sports–Averages 11 pts and 7 rebounds a game as a guard in basketball.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, PITT, CLEM, FSU, UCONN, MO, OR, WV, MD, and VANDY.

••• Kyle Smith 6-3, 200, 4.6 Lancaster Catholic
One of the premier players in eastern PA.
On Film–This lefty has ice water in his veins, he does not panic when pressure is around him, holds the ball until the last second, and does a good job of finding open receivers. He has a quick release and is able to get rid of the ball fast. Shows good touch on fade routes and has good footwork. Better suited to be a pocket passer, but is deadly when throwing on the run.
Stats–Threw for 3,192 yds and 43 TDs and was picked off just 5 times. Completed 65% of his passes in '08 and earned All-State honors at QB.
Favorite Schools–DUKE, UCONN, MD, AKRON, VA, and PITT.

••• Malik Stokes 6-1, 170, 4.65 Philadelphia Northeast
When healthy Leek proves to be one of the more versatile QB prospects in the state.
On Film–He shows a surprisingly strong arm, is very accurate, smart and coachable, and a quick learner. A leader on the field, he's very comfortable in the pocket but also impresses when throwing on the run.
Stats–Threw for 1,400 yds and 11 TDs despite missing three games due to an injury.
Other Sports–Also runs the sprints in track and plays guard in basketball.
Favorite Schools–His brother, Je'Ron, plays ball at Tennessee. Malik is looking at TN, LSU, MI, PITT, SYRACUSE, IL, SC, CLEM, and C. MI.

••• Trent Hurley 6-5, 210, 4.8 Greensburg Central Catholic
He really came into his own as a junior and big things are expected of him in the '09 season.
On Film–Trent shows great size, arm strength, accuracy, foot speed, and smarts. A bit of a diamond in the rough but looked fantastic the second half of last season, all he needs is experience. He's a coach on the field, reads defenses well, and executes under pressure.
Stats–Earned All-League honors for his play at QB.
Favorite Schools–LOUIS, BOWLING GREEN, MIAMI of OH, E. MI, PITT, RUTGERS, and SYRACUSE.

••• Corey Cinicola 6-4, 225, 4.8 Jim Thorpe
You've got to love a 6-4, 225 pounder with his kind of production.
On Film–Corey stands tall in the pocket, not real quick, but he will surprise you with his escapability out of the pocket. He shows very good arm strength but can also throw with touch. A tough kid who can take a hit, he presents good throwing mechanics to the college scouts.
Stats–Completed 129 of 241 passes for 1,959 yds and 24 TDs and was picked off 9 times completing 53% of his passes.
Grades–His GPA is 3.9.

••• Rasheem Jones 6-2, 175, 4.55 Aliquippa
He's getting a lot of attention.
On Film–He shows good quickness and a very strong arm. Not yet a dominating QB but has the arm, foot speed, and all around athletic ability to be developed. As a passer, he seems like a natural thrower who can throw the deep ball with velocity, even when off balance. He has the kind of overall athletic ability that can keep a defense honest.
Stats–Earned some All-League mention in '08 and also has had some experience at FS.
Favorite Schools–MD, PITT, WV, and PENN STATE.

Future All-American
Matt Johnson 6-2, 190, 4.7 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
He will rank as one of the top QB prospects in the state for the class of 2011.
On Film–Harrisburg High Coach George Chaump says this young man will be playing on Sundays in four years. His own coach calls him, "The best I've ever had." He presents a great arm and is as tough as nails. He missed a couple of games because of a concussion but bounded right back. He shows poise, accuracy, a calmness in the pocket, and he can scramble if needed.
Stats–Completed 150 of 210 passes for 2,500 yds and 28 TDs and was picked off just 5 times. He also ran for 200 yds and 6 scores.
Other Sports–He's a standout pitcher and outfielder in baseball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.1. Benches 185.
Favorite Schools–MIAMI, PITT, BC, SC, and LSU.

Other Quarterbacks to Watch:
Jevonte Pitts 6-0, 185, 4.5 Pittsburg Woodland Hills
Drew Loughery 6-1, 195, 4.6 Wyndmoor LaSalle College
Alex George 6-2, 185, 4.6 West York
Alex Park 6-1, 175, 4.6 Pittsburg Upper St. Clair
Bret Gillespie 6-2, 200 Downingtown West
Kyle McNeil 6-3, 220, 4.75 Elizabethtown
Austin Hancock 6-3, 220, 4.8 McMurray Peters Twp.
Rob Bolk 6-5, 200, 4.8 Montrose Area
Henri Chapman 6-1, 170, 4.5 Pittsburgh Brashear
Robert Kalkstein 5-10, 175, 4.9 Monroeville Gateway

Running Backs
••••+ Corey Brown 5-11, 175, 4.47 Springfield Cardinal O'Hara
He could possibly be a five-star player if he wasn't so injury prone.
On Film–Corey, when healthy, is an exciting back with great vision, balance, and surprising power. We had him down in San Antonio over a year ago and I was impressed with his burst and vision. Very instinctive, he uses that great vision to find the hole, he can change directions fast, keeps his legs churning, and fights for every yard. Perfectly suited for a spread offense, he shows good hands, and when catching the ball out in space he can make things exciting. With a little bit more strength, and if he stays away from injuries, Corey has what it takes to become an impact player as a true freshman.
Stats–Averaged over 8 yds per carry last year but was injured in game four and missed the rest of the season.
Grades–His GPA is around a 2.0. Has a 37" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, FSU, TN, UCLA, WV, BC, SC, OH STATE, PITT, FL, AL, and RUTGERS.

•••• Alex Kenney 6-0, 190, 4.37 State College
Talk about the complete RB, look no further than Mr. Kenney.
On Film–This guy is the total package, he can run, catch, and block. In fact, he's such a good receiver that a lot of scouts believe he will wind up playing as a slot back or WR in college. Extremely fast, he has good vision and strong hands. He runs with good power and is very effective between the tackles but even more effective once he hits the perimeter. One of the more athletic players in central PA.
Stats–Earned some All-Area and All-State mention for his play at RB.
Other Sports–He's been timed in a 6.75 60 meters.
Grades–His GPA is 3.5.
Favorite Schools–His brother plays at Cornell, Alex is looking at PENN STATE, PITT, SYRACUSE, NC STATE, STANFORD, PURDUE, VA, IL, KY, NC, MI STATE, BC, and MD.

•••+ Derrick Burns 5-10, 195, 4.5 New Wilmington Area
Led his team to a state title in '08.
On Film–He impresses you with his surprising strength. This guy can break tackles easily, keeps his pads low, and gets a significant amount of his yards after initial contact. Will punish would-be tacklers in the open field, he breaks arm tackles with ease and has proven to be very athletic with good vision and balance.
Stats–Rushed for 1,487 yds and 23 TDs averaging 8.3 yds per carry.
Other Sports–He's one of the top triple jumpers in Pennsylvania.
Grades–His GPA is over a 2.5.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PITTSBURGH.

•••+ Dominique Timbers 5-9, 190, 4.5 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
He bounced back during the '08 season after missing the entire '07 season due to injuries. He really got going the second half of last season.
On Film–He proves to be a fast, quick, and strong back with good vision. He works hard at improving his game and has proven to be a difficult tackle. Shows excellent instincts and the vision to find holes. He also shows impressive footwork, he can change directions quickly, and does a good job of following his blockers.
Stats–Rushed for over 1,000 yds and 11 TDs in '08 and was rewarded with All-Conference honors at RB.
Grades–His GPA is around a 2.5. Benches 225.
Favorite Schools–Committed to SYRACUSE.

••• Cameron Thompkins 5-11, 235, 4.7 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
If you are looking for an FB Mr. Thompkins could be your guy.
On Film–He's a solid blocker with deceptive speed and very good strength. Runs low to the ground, keeps his pads low, and gets a lot of yardage after initial contact. For proof just check out the Kiski game in which he had 130 yds on 6 carries with almost all the yards coming after initial contact.
Grades–His GPA is 2.2 and he scored an 1150 on the SAT. Benches 300.

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Future All-American
Rushel Schell 5-11, 215, 4.45 Aliquippa Hopewell
Here's my very early selection for the top prospect in the class of 2012. Over the past five years I've been pretty close in predicting ball players one or two years before the end of their junior year, and I believe Rushel has what it takes to rank as the #1 player in the country.
On Film–He can already do it all. On freshman film I was amazed at his size, speed, strength, vision, cutting ability, and production. He played like a high school senior and is tough, aggressive, very explosive, shows the ability to get his shoulders turned north and south, and hit the hole with power. Shows great vision, running instincts, he's able to find the hole quickly, and has that quick cutting style that only the great ones have. Plays at the same high school that produced Tony Dorsett.
Stats–Rushed for 1,536 yds and 14 TDs as a freshman. Earned some All-State mention.
Other Sports–Averages 12 pts a game as a PG in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is over a 2.0.

Future All-American
Jameel Poteat 5-11, 195, 4.4 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
Yes he is related to Pittsburgh's Hank Poteat. Jameel is starting to make a name for himself and should, within two years, become one of the most recruited backs in the east.
On Film–He shows a great ability to cut on the run, very good vision, and the ability read defenses. He shows soft hands and can run after the catch. He does a good job of picking up blocks and an even better job of making defenders miss. One of the more exciting players in central PA.
Stats–Carried the ball 181 times for 1,389 yds and 20 TDs averaging 7.4 yds per carry. He caught 21 passes for 436 yds and 6 TDs. Averaged 45 yds on kickoff returns.
Other Sports–
Grades–His GPA is 3.2. Benches 235.
Favorite Schools–PITT will be in the mix since his cousin Hank Poteat had such a successful career. He's also looking at NOTRE DAME, PENN STATE, IOWA, OK, AL, OH STATE, GA, and USC.

Future All-American
Sean Barowski 6-2, 232, 4.6 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
The son of former Prep Football Report All-American of the same name, Sean is just what the doctor ordered for the FB position. He's hard charging, strong, and focused.
On Film–He's a smart, athletic, and versatile FB who runs hard and who shows the strength and balance to run through arm tackles. He's an effective cut blocker who prides himself on his blocking ability.
Stats–Rushed for over 500 yds and 10 TDs in '08.
Grades–His GPA is 3.1. Benches 300.
Favorite Schools–His father played at Penn State but he's also looking at PITT, NOTRE DAME, MD, TEMPLE, and OH STATE.

Future All-American
Artez Brown 6-0, 165, 4.4 Newport
A slasher with excellent vision and speed. He will be recruited in two years at either the TB or CB positions. Needs to add weight and strength, but the speed, vision, and burst are certainly there.
On Film–He's exciting to watch in the open field. On defense he has proven to be a very good cover corner.
Stats–Carried the ball 95 times for 853 yds and 9 TDs.
Other Sports–He's been timed in an 11.2 100 meters in track and averages 10 pts and 5 rebounds a game as a guard in basketball.

Future All-American
Lafayette Pitts 5-11, 180, 4.5 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
A very quick two-way back.
On Film–He proved to be a very steady backup RB and a starting CB. Worm is also an accomplished punt returner. In fact, the last game of the season he had a 35-yard TD run and an 81-yard punt return for a TD. Big things are expected of him during the '09 season.
Stats–Carried the ball 45 times for 450 yds and 6 TDs averaging 10 yds per carry as a part-time starter.
Other Sports–He's been timed in an 11.4 100 and a 23 flat 200 meters in track.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Benches 250.
Favorite Schools–WV, CLEM, PITT, and OH STATE.

Other Running Backs to Watch:
Orne Bell 5-9, 170, 4.4 Monroeville Gateway
Elijah David 5-10, 185, 4.5 Pittsburgh North Hills
Jesse Della Valle 6-1, 185, 4.5 Pittsburgh Shaler Area
Rondell White 5-10, 175, 4.5 West Chester Bayard Rusin
Rodney Gilmore 6-0, 185, 4.5 Allentown Dieruff
Myron Ross 6-1, 205, 4.5 Ambler-Wissahickon

Wide Receivers
••••+ Salath Williams 6-4, 175, 4.5 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
His head coach swears by him.
On Film–After watching him, I can understand why. This guy's got excellent body control, very good speed, strong hands, and leaping ability. Another key to his game is his ability to run after the catch. He adjusts well to poorly thrown passes, gets to top speed quickly, and uses his size to get free off the line of scrimmage. Not super fast but does have the speed to take the ball the distance. Against Harrisburg High he caught 10 passes for 197 yds.
Stats–Caught 49 passes for 899 yds and 11 TDs last season averaging 18.4 yds per catch.
Grades–His GPA is 3.2. Benches 225.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PITTSBURGH.

•••+ Kevin Weatherspoon 6-0, 183, 4.4 Clairton
If you go by stats and production, Kevin would have to rank among the very best receivers in the east.
On Film–He seems very comfortable playing the WR position. He can see the whole field, runs precise and crisp routes, shows strong hands, and catches the ball outside his frame. He also has the speed and quickness to do a lot of damage after the catch. His film also shows Kevin as a prolific punt returner with the great burst, vision, and cutting ability.
Stats–Caught 47 passes for 1,294 yds totaling 23 TDs and averaging 27.5 yds per catch. Four of those TDs came on punt returns. He also totaled 32 tackles, 8 picks, and broke up 7 passes at CB. An All-American candidate at both WR and CB.
Other Sports–He's been timed in a 10.8 100 meters in track. Averages 9 pts and 7 rebounds a game as a guard in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.4. Benches 255 and has a 34" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PITTSBURGH.

••• Eric Williams 6-3, 195 Fairless Hills Pennsbury
Another tall, very strong WR.
On Film–He shows excellent quickness, body control, strength, and very strong hands. An excellent route runner, he can out leap most defenders for the ball.
Stats–Earned some All-Conference honors for his play at WR.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Has a 34" VJ.
Favorite Schools–BC, UCONN, IL, PITT, RUTGERS, VANDY, KENT ST, and SYRACUSE

••• Tyler Purvis 6-3, 190, 4.5 Lancaster Catholic
A very productive WR with great size who on film is natural at catching passes.
On Film–He shows good concentration, runs precise routes, and just plucks the high ball as easily as picking apples from a tree.
Stats–Caught 54 passes for 1,158 yds and 4 TDs averaging 21.4 yds per catch.

••• Andrew Carswell 6-4, 205, 4.6 McKeesrocks Sto-Rox
His coach says he already has a college body.
On Film–He proves to be a real gem with a lot of football smarts. Not particularly fast or even quick, but he shows excellent timing and anticipation. He runs precise routes and knows how to get himself open. To top everything off he has a super pair of hands, catches everything within reach, and can make spectacular catches outside his frame.
Stats–Earned some All-Conference honors for his play at WR.
Grades–His GPA is over a 3.0.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PITTSBURGH.

••• Jarrod West 6-2, 175, 4.55 Bethlehem Liberty
He has caught a ton of passes from QB Anthony Gonzalez over the past two years and has had to take somewhat of a backseat to the high profile QB.
On Film–Jarrod shows the quickness to separate out of his cuts, he's very elusive, catches the ball with his hands, and shows good leaping ability. He also does a good job of shielding defenders from the ball and can make tough catches look easy in traffic. He can also adjust to passes outside his frame.
Stats–Earned 1st Team All-League honors for his play at WR and has averaged close to 20 yds per catch in his prep career.
Grades–His GPA is 3.9. Has a 40" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to STANFORD.

Other Wide Receivers to Watch:
Jimmy Giasante 6-2, 190, 4.5 Pittsburgh Jefferson
Jeff Davis 6-7, 205, 4.7 Steelton-Highspire
Sam Feleccia 6-3, 210, 4.6 Wyndmoor LaSalle College

Tight Ends
•••• Kyle Baublitz 6-4, 250, 4.9 Central York
Here's one of the ball players that really impressed me down in San Antonio. He worked out with the tight ends and with the middle linebackers and looked good on both sides of the ball.
On Film–A big kid with very good quickness, he does not have flat out speed, but is as quick as can be. A smart ball player, he's very motivated and he always seems to be in the right place at the right time. On defense he moves very well laterally and also shows the quickness to make plays from sideline to sideline. Has the frame to possibly wind up playing DE. On offense he's a sure handed receiver with outstanding blocking skills. Highly competitive, he's able to catch high passes in traffic and does a good job of securing the ball.
Stats–Earned All-League and All-Area honors for his play at MLB totaling 166 tackles and 6 caused fumbles. On offense he caught 10 passes for 150 yds and 3 scores. He graded out at over 85% in his blocking assignments.
Other Sports–Helped Central York to the state finals in volleyball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.9. Benches 250 and has a 29" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Kenny Wilkins 6-4, 230, 4.7 Washington Trinity Catholic
As far as pure ability is concerned he should rank as the #1 TE in the state.
On Film–He's equally adept at the DE position. A physical ball player, he can bend off the edge and shows a great burst and closing speed. On offense he's a sure handed receiver who can run with the ball after the catch. He's also quick enough and shows enough moves to be a major threat once he gets out in the open. Plays on a run oriented team but certainly shows All-American receiving skills.
Stats–Earned All-League honors for his play at both TE and DE.
Grades–His GPA is over a 2.5. Has a 31" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to MICHIGAN.

Future All-American
Quinton Jefferson 6-4, 210, 4.8 Churchill Woodland Hills
A very athletic TE who has two years to gain weight and add strength.
On Film–He's very active and athletic with good hands and lots of determination. He also started at defensive end and has a chance to be a good one.

Other Tight Ends to Watch:
Tyler Bostain 6-5, 220, 4.7 Newtown Council Rock North
Evan Battallio 6-3, 245, 4.8 Norristown
Justin Renfrow 6-4, 260, 4.8 Philadelphia Penn Charter

Offensive Linemen
••••+ Luke Graham 6-5½, 265, 4.87 Harrison City Penn Trafford
An outstanding two-way tackle with All-American ability at RT.
On Film–He is a smart, good sized RT with great awareness. He fires off the ball and gets his hands on defenders quickly. Always seems to use smarts and good angles to get position on defenders. Also gets into his pass sets quickly. He seems to do everything right, takes very few missed steps, he's aggressive with a great attitude. His coach calls him nasty, and I call him a winner.
Stats–Earned All-Conference and All-Area honors at both RT and DT.
Other Sports–He has thrown the shot put a school record 52'. Also plays center in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is a perfect 4.2 and he scored a 1750 (which translates to a 1250) on the SAT. Benches 355 and has a 30" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Thomas Ricketts 6-6, 263, 5.0 Wexford North Allegheny
If you are looking for an OL with size, quick feet, and a great attitude, look no further than #54.
On Film–Tom shows very good athletic ability, can bend his knees, keeps his feet moving, and has the strength to ride the defender out of the play. Very aggressive, he uses his hands well and always plays under control. Also shows impressive technique, he works hard to make all his blocks and is a good finisher. In person Tom is very thin looking at 263 and has the frame to weigh well over 300 pounds once he gets to college. Has the athletic ability to play either tackle or guard.
Stats–Earned 2nd Team All-State honors in '08.
Other Sports–He's a standout in track and basketball.
Grades–His GPA is over 3.0 and he scored a 1080 on the SAT.
Favorite Schools–His father played ball in the NFL. He's committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Miles Dieffenbach 6-5, 290, 5.3 Pittsburgh Fox Chapel
In person Miles is a player with a lot of enthusiasm.
On Film–He shows that same enthusiasm, explosiveness, and toughness that you like to see in an OL. Also on film you see him playing tackle, guard, and center. He played center more as a freshman and sophomore but I believe he has what it take to play that position at the next level. Shows excellent feet and technique, and he may have improved his quickness by playing tennis. His father is the tennis coach at PITT. Miles fires off the ball well, shows very good lateral movement, delivers a hard knock to the defender, and does a great job of finishing off his blocks. He displays the ability to bend his knees and shows leverage while on the move. He dominated the Woodland Hills game last October.
Stats–Earned 1st Team All-Area honors for his play at guard.
Other Sports–Averages 5 pts and 11 rebounds a game as a center in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.7. Benches 315 and has a 27" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Seth Betancourt 6-6, 290, 5.2 Philadelphia St. Joseph Prep
I actually watched Seth a year ago when I received St. Joseph Prep film on another offensive lineman.
On Film–This guy's got great feet, very athletic, and he's a relentless blocker who almost seems too good to be true. Not yet as strong as he will be, but he presents a great frame, long arms, quick feet, and a tremendous attitude to college scouts. Also shows knee and hip flexibility and blocks with leverage. He dominates the point of attack and is just a good combination of size, quickness, and strength. I was also impressed with his ability to quickly get out of his stance and slide out to cut off edge pass rushers.
Stats–Earned All-Conference and some All-Philadelphia area honors for his play at OT.
Grades–His GPA is 2.6. Benches 310 and has a 24" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to BOSTON COLLEGE.

•••+ Sean Hickey 6-6, 290, 5.2 Murrysville Franklin Regional
He's been somewhat forgotten by some of the Big-East schools.
On Film–This guy shows great feet, excellent quickness, and will come after you. He dominates the point of attack and is an exceptional run blocker who stays with his block until the whistle.
Stats–Earned 1st Team All-Conference honors at OT.
Grades–His GPA is over a 2.5. Benches 385.
Favorite Schools–BC, SYRACUSE, PITT, MARSHALL, IL, and WI.

•••+ Sal Conaboy 6-5, 260, 5.0 Clarks Summit Abington Heights
People went to his school to look at DL Evan Craig and came away very impressed with Sal at the OT position.
On Film–Very athletic, he shows the ability to bend his knees and get good positioning. A tough, steady performer, he has outstanding technique. He always plays hard until the whistle on every play. Quick enough to play tackle or guard at the next level.
Favorite Schools–IL, MI STATE, MN, UCONN, MD, PITT, RUTGERS, SYRACUSE, VANDY, and WV.

•••+ Jack Deboef 6-8, 270, 5.4 State College Area
The word here is potential.
On Film–Anytime you have a 6-8, 270 pounder there has to be some potential and that is the case with Mr. Deboef. Not yet a dominating player but he can get the job done at the high school level and the college scouts believe he will do the same over the next four years. He's a good sized OL with long arms, good feet, and he shows the quickness to slide to the outside to cutoff would-be sacks. Has good lower body strength, sets a very solid base, and gets pretty good leverage for a 6-8 tackle. Big things are expected of him during the '09 season.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, NC, SYRACUSE, IL, MI STATE, MD, NC STATE, IOWA, and SC.

•••+ Bruce Atkins 6-4, 265, 5.2 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
Plays LT in high school but could wind up playing guard in college.
On Film–He shows good acceleration, work ethic, and gets off the line quick showing excellent mobility. He also slows the kind of quickness and speed to get out and block well in space. Does a good job of adjusting and shows the athleticism to stay on his man until the whistle. He should weigh close to 300 pounds in college and needs to hit the weights.
Stats–Earned All-Conference honors for his play at LT.
Grades–His GPA is 2.7. Benches 265.
Favorite Schools–NORTHWESTERN, WV, PITT, MI STATE, PRINCETON, and PURDUE.

••• Matt Sasson 6-2, 260, 5.2 Pittsburgh Fox Chapel
One of the better center prospects in the state of Pennsylvania.
On Film–#75 shows very good athletic ability, smarts, pretty good quickness and agility. Blocks with good leverage and uses his hands well. Shows pretty good change of direction skills, and can consistently ride the defender out of the play.
Stats–Earned some All-Conference mention at center and plays tackle on defense.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Benches 300.
Favorite Schools–PITT, UCONN, BC, YOUNGSTOWN ST, and WV.

••• Arthur Doakes 6-6, 320, 5.4 Lebanon
His coach calls him a monster with surprisingly good feet.
On Film–He shows those quick feet on a consistent basis. Once he latches on, it's all over. Not yet a dominating tackle but he's someone who, once he gets coached up, could dominate. Shows pretty good lateral quickness, takes good angles, and gets good position on his blocks. He's also not bad when setting up for the pass. Definitely a diamond in the rough, he has a bright future.
Stats–Earned some All-Conference mention for his play at both tackle and guard.
Grades–His GPA is
Favorite Schools–UCONN, MI STATE, PITT, BC, RUTGERS, and VANDY.

Future All-Americans
Jullian Turner 6-2, 275, 5.1 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
Played center as a sophomore and played it well.
On Film–He showed explosive moves off the ball, very good strength, and the ability to get out in space and block down on linebackers. He has two years to grow and mature, and should be one of the more heavily recruited centers for the class of 2011.
Grades–His GPA is 3.2. Benches 315.

Future All-American
Mitchell Devall 6-2, 315, 5.5 Monroeville Gateway
A two-way tackle who should wind up playing either guard or center in college.
On Film–He shows good initial quickness, very good strength, leverage, and attitude. He's very aggressive on defense and on offense.
Stats–Recorded 28 tackles, 1 sack, and 5 caused fumbles at DT.
Other Sports–He's thrown the shot put over 46' and the discus 147' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0 and he scored an 1130 on the SAT. Benches 315.
Favorite Schools–PITT, DUKE, WV, SOUTH FL, PENN STATE and OH STATE.

Future All-American
Arthur Rowell 6-3, 270 Harrisburg Central Dauphin
The coaches here are excited about this young OG.
On Film–He shows outstanding pass protection skills, quick feet, and he's very smart. He started every game since his freshman year and was a dominator in the Cumberland Valley and Bishop McDevitt games. He could play guard or center at the next level if he improves the way he did this past year. Also plays NG on defense.
Stats–Totaled 40 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 pick, and 1 caused fumble.
Other Sports–Averages 5 points and 8 rebounds a game as a center in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.5. Benches 295.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, MI STATE, PITT, RUTGERS, WV, and MD.

Other Offensive Linemen to Watch:
Kennedy Gordon 6-3, 275, 5.3 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
Matt Lippincott 6-4, 275, 5.1 Easton Wilson Area
Derek Shatz 6-4, 255, 5.0 Holland Council Rock South
George Beerhalter 6-3, 230, 4.7 McKeesrocks Montour
Hershey Walton 6-1, 315, 5.4 Reading

Defensive Linemen
••••+ Sharrif Floyd 6-3, 295, 4.9 Philadelphia George Washington
He took everyone by surprise down in San Antonio last January, and along with OO from Oregon, he dominated the defensive line competition. Every top OL he went up against talked about his strength, quickness, and burst.
On Film–He is a good combination of size, strength, quickness, and athletic ability. He works real hard to disengage and get to the ball. Down in San Antonio he showed five-star ability on but on film he showed more four-star ability. So 2009 should be a big coming out party for Mr. Floyd either at DE or DT. His film also shows him playing OG and OT but he does have the quick feet, athletic ability, and body control to become an outstanding DT at the next level. His best game was the city championship game where he dominated the middle of the line. He does a great job of clogging up the middle. He can stand blockers up at the point of attack showing the strength and leverage to hold his ground and find the ball. He was also able to make tackles in pursuit, which is another reason why he is so heavily recruited.
Stats–Totaled over 50 tackles, 2 sacks and 7 tackles for losses in '08 and was bothered by an ACL tear for part of the season.
Favorite Schools–MIAMI, BC, NC, PENN STATE, SYRACUSE, WV, FL, GA, IL, PITT, SC, UCLA, and MI.

•••• Jordan Paskorz 6-4, 230, 4.74 Allison Park Hampton
An outstanding two-way end who has also played some LB at the high school level.
On Film–He shows very good speed and quickness for his size, he's aggressive off the ball, is very consistent in reading and reacting to plays, gets to full speed in the blink of an eye, and is able to track down ball carriers when in pursuit. I was very impressed with his film as a sophomore at the DE position. Has the frame to weigh 260 in college, he's very strong at the point of attack and can bend off the edge.
Stats–Had 12 sacks as a sophomore and has totaled over 20 for his prep career. He has been a starter since his freshman year.
Other Sports–He's been timed in an 11.7 100 meters and has thrown the shot 50' 4" and the discus 125' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 3.6. Benches 330 and has a 33" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to MICHIGAN.

•••• Aaron Donald 6-1, 260, 4.9 Pittsburgh Penn Hills
If you are looking for a DT or NG with enormous strength, a great attitude, and very good all around athletic ability, look no further than Mr. Donald.
On Film–He shows the speed, quickness, and power that would allow him to dominate at the college level. He's a very competitive player and plays with a passion that is hard to find in prep players. He shows good initial quickness and very active hands and feet. He never stops moving and the surprising thing about Mr. Donald is his ability to get to the QB. Not only does he shows good initial speed but also a very good closing burst, which surprises many QB's.
Stats–Earned All-Western PA honors at DT after totaling 80 tackles and 14 QB sacks to go with 4 caused fumbles and 2 picks.
Grades–His GPA is 2.7. Benches 395.
Favorite Schools–His brother, Archie Donald, plays ball at Toledo. Aaron is committed to PITTSBURGH.

•••• Khaynin Mosley-Smith 6-2, 280, 4.7 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
You've got to love his combination of quickness and strength.
On Film–K-K is a force to be reckoned with. His film shows him playing both DE and DT but I believe he has what it takes to become a dominating DT in college. He uses his athleticism to be a disruptive force who is excellent in pursuit, and he can control blockers well with his long arms and strong hands. He is also able to defeat the double team. He finds the ball fast and shows good lateral quickness. In the Fox Chapel game he totaled 15 tackles with twelve of them coming for losses.
Stats–Recorded 125 stops, 5 sacks, 30 tackles for losses, and 2 caused fumbles on his way to earning All-Western PA honors. He also caught 4 passes and 1 TD at TE.
Other Sports–He's been timed in a 12 flat 100 meters and has thrown the shot put over 47' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 2.2. Benches 350.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PITTSBURGH.

•••+ Richard Gray 6-2, 250, 4.7 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
This team appears to be absolutely loaded. He played alongside Mosley-Smith last season and complimented him sell.
On Film–He is quick off the ball showing good lateral speed, very good strength, and the strength to collapse the pocket. He played more DE and OLB last season but has the frame to possibly grow into a DT.
Grades–His GPA is 2.3 and he scored an 1140 on the SAT. Benches 350.
Favorite Schools–PITT, MI STATE, OH, and WV.

Future All-American
Noah Spence 6-3, 230, 4.7 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
Remember you heard it here first, this young man will become an All-American for the class of 2012.
On Film–I rarely watch any freshman play ball but this year there are two in Pennsylvania that really stood out and Noah is one of them. His quickness, strength, and eye for the ball are remarkable for a freshman, and he already shows some good hand fighting moves along the line and became a reliable pass rusher in '08. Blessed with big hands, long arms, and a great frame, he should be 6-5, 285 by the time he's a senior.
Stats–Totaled 40 tackles, 9½ sacks, and 15 tackles for losses on his way to earning 1st Team All-League honors as a freshman.
Grades–His GPA is 3.4. Benches 275.
Favorite Schools–His father, Gregory Spence, played at North Carolina State. His favorites are NC STATE, PENN STATE, VA TECH, PITT, VA, FL, and FSU.

Other Defensive Linemen to Watch:
Nick Soto 6-2, 290, 4.9 Altoona
Andrew Spate 6-2, 260, 4.8 Belle Vernon
Cory Rekasie 6-3, 265, 4.8 Bridgeville Chartiers Valley
Sean Herron 6-3, 330, 5.2 Erie Strong Vincent
Emmanuel Wells 6-2, 280, 4.8 Erie Strong Vincent
Trevor Demko 6-6, 220, 4.7 Mt. Carmel
Jake Zuzek 6-3, 290, 5.0 Philadelphia West Catholic
Nick Kurpakus 6-4, 225, 4.7 Pittsburgh Shaler Area

Linebackers
••••+ DaKota Royer 6-3, 220, 4.6 Manheim Central
The #1 prospect in Central PA and the #1 overall prospect in the state of Pennsylvania. This guy's stats are off the charts.
On Film–He proves to be a very good combination of speed, strength, technique, hustle, and he's a player who can do it all. On defense he plays the game on his feet and he's always around the ball showing great timing and anticipation. On offense, he's a sure handed slot receiver with the size and speed that can drive a defensive back crazy. His defensive film shows an OLB who has the acceleration and closing burst to finish plays. He has the size and strength to take on blockers, hold his ground, and then find the ball. He closes very quickly and then delivers hard hits. A pure pass rusher, he has tremendous agility and closing burst.
Stats–One of those rare players who earned 1st Team All-State honors on both sides of the ball after totaling 86 tackles, 13 sacks, and 32 tackles for losses at DE. He also caught 56 passes for 1,099 yds and 6 TDs averaging 20 yds per catch at WR.
Other Sports–Has thrown the shot put 55' and the discus 147' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 3.6. Benches 305 and has a 37" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, MI STATE, NOTRE DAME, OR, PITT, MD, IL, and BC.

••••+ Mike Hull 6-1, 215, 4.5 Canonsburg Canon McMillan
A special player who runs better than most of the nation's top LB's.
On Film–He's an instinctive and hard working defender who uses his hands well and who can get to the ball in a hurry. He works hard to improve his game watching a lot of film and becoming a student of the game. He will be a four year starter this year and is a leader on the film who shows quick feet. Because of his speed, he can consistently make tackles downfield. He's super when in pursuit.
Stats–Recorded 96 tackles, 4 sacks, and 1 pick in '08 after totaling 117 tackles as a sophomore and 109 as a freshman. On offense he ran for 850 yds at RB and totaled 1,300 yds as a sophomore.
Other Sports–Batted .325 as a centerfield in baseball and was 36 and 5 as a sophomore wrestler at 215 pounds.
Grades–His GPA is 3.8. Benches 375 and has a 30" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PENN STATE.

•••• Manessah Garner 6-3, 210, 4.55 Pittsburgh Brashear
If you go by pure athleticism Manessah may be the best athlete in western PA.
On Film–I was completely surprised during my trip to Pittsburgh at how good this young man really is. On offense he's a sure handed receiver who catches everything within reach and sometimes balls that appear to be out of reach. He can turn up field quickly, runs through tackles, and shows very good speed for a 210 pounder. Has All-American ability at the WR position but I also believe he has All-American ability at LB where he shows good instincts, is able to shed blocks and make tackles, he accelerates to full speed quickly, and shows the big-time speed needed to track down fast ball carriers. He flies around the field making plays against the run and in coverage. He has the potential to become a dominating player.
Stats–Averaged close to 20 yds per catch on offense and totaled over 80 tackles on defense.
Other Sports–Runs a 4.22 shuttle and has a 9' 2" standing broad jump.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. He has a 31" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PITT, PENN STATE, WV, MN, MD, WI, and BC.

•••+ Myles Davis 6-0, 220, 4.85 Pittsburgh Penn Hills
Here's an LB I really like watching on film.
On Film–He plays OLB and some DE and gives 100% on every play. Excellent in pursuit, he does a good job of taking on and shedding blockers and can get up field in a hurry showing a good closing burst. He also dominates at the point of attack with his super strength. He can keep his pads low and blast blockers off the ball. In the Central Catholic game he totaled 10 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble, and was without a doubt the most dominating player in the game.
Stats–For the season he had 73 tackles, 10 sacks, 18 tackles for losses, and 3 caused fumbles on his way to earning All-League honors. Also played some TE on offense.
Other Sports–Has thrown the shot put over 46' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 2.6 and he scored a 760 on the SAT. Benches 390 and has a 36" VJ.
Favorite Schools–Committed to SYRACUSE.

••• Matt Heilig 6-5, 205, 4.7 Harrisburg Central Dauphin
A tall, rangy OLB who on film plays a very physical game.
On Film–He's always flying to the ball and plays hard until the whistle. As versatile as they come, he could wind up playing DE, OLB, or TE at the next level. His motor is going at 100% at all times and he never lets up.
Stats–Totaled 64 tackles, 4 sacks, and 8 tackles for losses last season.
Grades–His GPA is 3.1. Benches 255 and has a 32" VJ.
Favorite Schools–His father played football at Arizona State. Matt's favorites are PITT, ASU, NC STATE, VA, TN, and DUKE.

••• Delbert Tyler 6-0, 225, 4.59 Monroeville Gateway
Perfectly suited for the LB position.
On Film–He plays both OLB and ILB and can make tackles from sideline to sideline. He is a hard hitter who never lets up. Shows good quickness and change of direction skills, he's best when attacking the line. He shows a nose for the ball and wraps up once he gets there. Very fast and very motivated.
Stats–Totaled 125 tackles, 5 sacks, and 2 picks.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Benches 315 and has a 33" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PITT, WV, BUFFALO, TOLEDO, BC, and MI.

••• Carlows Brown 6-1, 250, 4.8 McKeesport Area
Lows was brought to my attention by his coach who believes he's got Division I skills.
On Film–I also believe he has Division I skills but he could wind up playing NG at the next level. Needs to add some weight and strength, but he's already an outstanding run stuffer with good initial speed, body control, and quick hands. Tough and motivated, he's a defender who will not stay blocked. I was particularly impressed with the Upper St. Clair game in which he was a defensive force totaling 9 tackles, 2 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.
Grades–His GPA is 2.6. Benches 300 and has a 30" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PITT, WV, IL, PURDUE, MI STATE, and IN.

Future All-American
Sascha Creig 6-1, 210, 4.8 Monroeville Gateway
Certainly a player for you to keep an eye on over the next two seasons.
On Film–#17 shows excellent quickness coming off the edge. He regularly beats the offensive linemen to the punch and is known for his hard-hitting style of play and his closing speed. He had 5 sacks in the Norwin game.
Stats–For the season he totaled 60 tackles, 10 sacks, and 10 tackles for losses.
Grades–His GPA is 2.8. Benches 265.
Favorite Schools–PITT, PENN STATE, MD, OH STATE, WV, and CINCY.

Other Linebackers to Watch:
Zack Jessell 6-3, 220, 4.6 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
Mortay Green 6-0, 225 Pittsburgh Fox Chapel
Ejuan Price 6-0, 220, 4.6 Pittsburgh Woodland Hills
Adam Lzenga 6-0, 230, 4.7 Bethal Park
Sam Bergen 6-0, 225, 4.6 East Stroudsburg South
Travis Friend 6-2, 235, 4.7 Mechanicsburg Cumberland Valley
Mike Labor 6-3, 225, 4.7 Philadelphia St. Joseph's Prep
Bryan Thomas 6-2, 195, 4.6 Washington

Defensive Backs
•••• Cullen Christian 6-1, 180, 4.5 Pittsburgh Penn Hills
A very underrated cover corner, I consider him to be one of the very best in the country.
On Film–#24 really impressed me with his closing speed, footwork, backpedal, and smarts. He is a sure tackler who is known for his ability to jam receivers at the line, and he can out jump almost every WR he goes up against. A very big corner, he has excellent technique and shows the ability to identify plays quickly. He also shows the athleticism to reach around the receiver and break up a pass without fouling. One of the very best.
Stats–Totaled 35 solo tackles, 2 picks, and broke up 5 passes in '08.
Other Sports–He has long jumped over 21' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 2.8. Benches 245 and has a remarkable 40" VJ.
Favorite Schools–MI, PITT, WV, NC, MD, BC, CO, IL, MN, PURDUE, RUTGERS, SYRACUSE, and UCLA.

•••• Brendon Felder 6-0, 172, 4.37 Monroeville Gateway
Another terrific CB prospect.
On Film–He shows quick footwork and reads quarterbacks well. Plays a physical brand of CB, he shows good closing speed and agility. He also shows the speed to run with the swiftest of receivers, he can turn his hips, and plays the position loose. In the Malden Catholic game he dominated on both sides of the ball scoring 4 TDs on offense and breaking up 4 passes on defense. Has that extra gear that the college scouts are looking for.
Stats–Ran for 500 yds and 14 TDs and caught 28 passes for 545 yds and 2 TDs on offense. He totaled over 40 tackles on defense.
Other Sports–Averages 15 points and 12 rebounds a game as a guard in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Benches 245 and has a 38" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PITT, PENN STATE, BUFFALO, BC, NC, UCONN, SYRACUSE, IL, and WV.

•••+ Chad Hagan 6-2, 212, 4.45 Canonsburg Canon McMillan
He didn't play football as a sophomore but more than made up for it his junior year becoming one of the more heavily recruited safeties in the East.
On Film–He shows good play recognition, excellent speed, and tackling ability. A rangy FS, he has the agility of a quarterback and the hitting ability of a linebacker. He locates the ball quickly, shows a compact backpedal, and he can transition out of it quickly.
Stats–Totaled 63 tackles, 1 sack, 7 tackles for losses, and broke up 5 passes at FS. He also carried the ball 88 times for 791 yds and 9 TDs and caught 10 passes for 250 yds and 3 scores at RB.
Other Sports–He's been timed in a 10.8 100 meters in track. Averages 15 pts and 5 rebounds a game as a shooting guard in basketball.
Grades–His GPA is 3.0. Benches 315 and has a 33" VJ.
Favorite Schools–His brother, Derrick Hagan, played at ASU and with the Miami Dolphins. Chad's favorites are OH STATE, PENN STATE, PITT, IL, MI, NC STATE, WI, and WV.

•••+ Brandon Ifill 6-0, 185, 4.45 Pittsburgh Penn Hills
A standout two-way ball player with track speed and good instincts.
On Film–Brandon proves to be a very good athlete who always seems to be around the ball. He shows soft hands at WR and FS, tracks the ball well in the air, and catches it at the highest point. He's a versatile ball player playing SS, FS, and CB on defense showing great burst and acceleration. He covers a lot of ground and knows what to do once he gets there. He can be a physical player but is known more for his pass defense skills.
Stats–Earned 2nd Team All-State honors at FS totaling over 60 tackles in '08.
Other Sports–Runs the sprints and 4x100 in track.
Grades–His GPA is 2.5.
Favorite Schools–PITT, MI, MD, UCONN, PURDUE, WV, and RUTGERS.

•••+ Jeremy Cornelius 6-3, 185, 4.59 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
A tall, athletic FS who does not have great speed but workable speed. He more than makes up for it with his instincts, anticipation, and timing.
On Film–He's a sure handed receiver on offense who can make things happen after the catch showing strong hands, and he can catch the ball outside his frame. He shows very good range at FS.
Stats–Totaled 30 tackles, 3 picks, and broke up 14 passes at FS. He caught 35 passes averaging 17 yds per catch and totaled 5 TDs at WR.
Other Sports–He's been timed in an 11.3 100 meters and has long jumped over 21' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 2.9. Benches 240.
Favorite Schools–Committed to PURDUE.

••• Jon Duckett 6-1, 203, 4.48 Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt
He plays SS in high school.
On Film–Proves to be a good open field tackler who reads well, has a good understanding of the game, and can break down in the open field and make plays. He's also known for his hard-hitting style of play.
Stats–Totaled 93 tackles, 1 pick, and broke up 8 passes at SS.
Other Sports–He's been timed in a 10.9 100 meters, has thrown the shot 50', the discus 150', and the javelin 163' in track.
Grades–His GPA is 3.2. Benches 320.
Favorite Schools–PENN STATE, WV, PITT, BC, MI STATE, MD, and UCONN.

••• Ibraheim Campbell 5-10, 185, 4.37 Philadelphia Chestnut Hill Academy
A terrific cover corner with blazing speed.
On Film–He shows good hips, he's real quick to the ball, can read and react to plays quickly, excels in run support, and shows excellent ball skills when the ball is in the air.
Stats–Ran for 1,772 yds and 18 TDs at TB. He totaled 30 tackles and broke up 11 passes at CB.
Grades–His GPA is 3.5.

••• Dayonne Nunley 5-8, 165, 4.5 Monroeville Gateway
A small but explosive back who is tough as nails.
On Film–He shows great feet and has a nose for the ball. Despite being 165 pounds, he's an aggressive defender who attacks the line of scrimmage in run support. He shows strength in his hands, good leaping ability, can turn his hips, and loves to jam receivers at the line. He knows how to play the position.
Stats–He recorded 61 stops, 3 picks, and broke up 8 passes at CB.
Grades–His GPA is 3.7. Benches 245 and has a 32" VJ.
Favorite Schools–PITT, OH STATE, WV, CINCY, PENN STATE, and FSU.

Other Defensive Backs to Watch:
Dondi Kirby 6-2, 185, 4.57 Monroeville Gateway
Brian Nickel 5-10, 185, 4.5 Pittsburgh Shady Side Academy
Ryan Keiser 6-2, 185, 4.55 Selinsgrove
Don Mills 6-3, 230, 4.8 State College
Orne Bey 5-8, 160, 4.5 Monroeville-Gateway