The Buckeyes stopped by Garfield Heights back in mid-January and will stop there again today. The object of their attention is of course defensive end Melvin Fellows has committed to Illinois but is also considering an offer from OSU. Fellows is my No. 3 overall prospect in the Ohio class of 2009.
<TABLE class=tablehead cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=3><TBODY><TR class=colhead><TD>PLAYER</TD><TD>NEWS</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Keanon Cooper, OLB
Dallas, TX
Skyline High School
Scouts Grade: 81
ESPN150 Rank: 128
<! -- posrank12--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank128--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 12
<!-- Substring11 81--></TD><TD>Keanon Cooper stays in-state with the Red Raiders
Under Armour All-American outside linebacker / safety Keanon Cooper has committed to Texas Tech over Kansas, Kansas State, and Minnesota, ESPN's Billy Tucker reports.
He said of the decision, "Staying in-state was just an added bonus. I really liked the school, the campus and the coaching staff at Tech. It was the school I felt most comfortable at."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Desmond Johnson, RB
Yazoo City, MS
Yazoo City High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank33--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 33
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>Southern Miss tops BCS schools for Desmond Johnson
Running back Desmond Johnson has committed to the Golden Eagles over offers from BCS programs such as Michigan, which he visited last weekend, the Clarion-Ledger reports.
He said, "The coaches [at USM] seemed like they really cared and showed a lot of love. I really liked everything about it. It feels good to have it over with because going through [the recruiting process] gives you a lot to think about."
New Southern Miss head coach Tony Hughes [formerly on the Ole Miss staff] was key in Johnson's decision, "When [Hughes] first went to Southern Miss, he said he was still recruiting me and hadn't forgotten about me. It meant a lot to me. I could tell he cared about me and really wanted me."
Johnson suffered a season-ending broken leg this fall after rushing for over 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns in 4-plus games. He led Mississippi with 2,509 rushing yards and 33 touchdowns as a junior.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brandon Harris, CB
Miami, FL
Booker T. Washington High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 28
<! -- posrank3--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank28--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 3
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>Two in the lead for cornerback Brandon Harris
ESPN 150 Under Armour All-American Brandon Harris told the Miami Herald, "At this point, the two schools that stand out are Ohio State and Miami. Things could change at the end of next week. But as of right now, those are the ones standing out [after] the home visits and official visits."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
D'Anton Lynn, S
Celina, TX
Celina High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank10--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 10
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>D'Anton Lynn firms up commitment to the Nittany Lions
Safety D'Anton Lynn considered dropping Penn State for either Oklahoma, Texas Tech, USC, or Baylor but has since reaffirmed his pledge to the Nittany Lions, writes the Herald Democrat.
Lynn intercepted seven passes and scored two return touchdowns on his way to a Class 3A First Team All-State selection this fall.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Sean Renfree, QB
Scottsdale, AZ
Notre Dame Bishop Gibbons H. S.
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank43--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 43
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Quarterback Sean Renfree lands with the Blue Devils
Touted prospect Sean Renfree, who decommitted from Georgia Tech, has committed to Duke over Arizona State, writes the Arizona Republic.
He said, "Arizona State has a great coach and they'll do great without me. They'll get to the Rose Bowl and play for the national championship. I just felt the best opportunity for me was at Duke."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Casey Kelly, QB
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank32--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 32
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Two schools and two sports in the mix for Casey Kelly
Quarterback / shortstop prospect Casey Kelly is set to accept a football scholarship from Tennessee or a baseball scholarship from Arizona State this Friday, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said of the conundrum, "It's two different situations. Arizona State would basically be baseball my first year, get settled in and not worry about football until the fall. On the other side [at Tennessee], I can start football right away."
Additionally, Kelly could forgo collegiate athletics altogether if he's selected high enough in June's amateur baseball draft.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Chase Vasser, OLB
Gainesville, GA
Chestatee High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Another 2009 for Georgia with Chase Vasser
Junior linebacker Chase Vasser has committed to the in-state Bulldogs, according to his high school coach Stan Lutrell, the Gainesville Times reports. Vasser made 138 tackles, 36 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks this fall.
Lutrell said, "I'm excited for the opportunity that Chase has. He would have had the opportunity to play elsewhere but he decided he wanted to be a Georgia Bulldog. Kids around here grow up dreaming of playing in Athens and I am glad that he has the opportunity to realize those dreams."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
D.J. Shaw, DT
Bude, MS
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>More JUCO help for West Virginia with D.J. Shaw
Defensive lineman D.J. Shaw has committed to the Mountaineers over scholarship offers from Ohio and Northern Illinois, the Natchez Democrat reports. Programs such as Mississippi State, Mississippi, Southern Miss, Miami-FL, and Memphis also showed some interest.
Shaw was excited about West Virginia's pursuit of him, "I was kind of shocked when they first offered. I've been hearing from a lot of smaller schools and then all of a sudden they came in and offered me. I couldn't pass up the chance playing for a top-10 ranked school that's always in the hunt for a National Championship."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Prentiss Waggner, CB
Clinton, LA
Clinton High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank48--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 48
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Prentiss Waggner makes commitment to the Vols public
Cornerback Prentiss Waggner picked the Volunteers in December over programs such as Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, and Louisiana Tech, and made it public Monday, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said, "I was planning on visiting other schools but I thought about it. Tennessee's coaches really cared about me and I knew that was the place for me."
Waggner added, "I'm really excited about playing in the SEC. All my life I've wanted to play in the SEC. I feel like an SEC player because I can play man-to-man coverage."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Sterling Lucas, ILB
Orangeburg, SC
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Tackling machine Sterling Lucas picks the Wolfpack
Linebacker prospect Sterling Lucas has committed to N.C. State over programs such as South Carolina, Maryland and Michigan State, according to the Times and Democrat.
He said of the decision, "That is where I feel comfortable. I love the players. I have a good relationship with the players, and they have a great coaching staff. I just love the environment."
After tallying 161 tackles during his senior campaign, Lucas took home Defensive MVP honors at the Shrine Bowl.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Daron Mackey, ILB
Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Daron Mackey is the first JUCO for the Broncos
Linebacker prospect Daron Mackey, who's currently attending Bakersfield (Calif.) College, has committed to Boise State over Washington State, the Idaho Statesman reports. This fall, he tallied 71 tackles, six sacks, and four interceptions.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brodrick Smith, ATH
Garden City, KS
Garden City High School
Scouts Grade: 73
<! -- posrank107--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 107
<!-- Substring11 73--></TD><TD>Gophers' huge class gets bigger with Brodrick Smith
Wide receiver Brodrick Smith has committed to Minnesota over his other finalists Kansas State, Nebraska, and Arizona, the Star Tribune reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Malcolm Beyah, ATH
Chamblee, GA
Chamblee High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank175--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Blue Raiders grab screamer Malcolm Beyah
Athlete Malcolm Beyah has committed to play for Middle Tennessee State, the Daily News Journal reports.
He said, "I just liked Middle Tennessee State's campus and their coaches. That's why I committed. Plus they said they'd let me run track, too."
Beyah owns the nation's 12th fastest 200-meter time at 21.46 seconds. Additionally, he's been clocked at a combine running a 4.32 40-yard dash.
As a senior, he rushed for 551 yards and 10 touchdowns averaging 10.6 yards per carry, posted 11 receptions for 283 yards (25.7 average) and three touchdowns, and returned one kick for a score as well.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Will Fleming, S
Akron, OH
Archbishop Hoban High School
Scouts Grade: 72
<! -- posrank85--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 85
<!-- Substring11 72--></TD><TD>Zips grab safety with family ties in Will Fleming
Tall safety Will Fleming has committed to Akron over scholarship offers from Boise State and Hawaii, the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
He said of his father Jim, Akron's defensive coordinator, "My dad was really excited about the news."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
David Gory, TE
San Ramon, CA
California High School
Scouts Grade: 68
<! -- posrank90--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 90
<!-- Substring11 68--></TD><TD>Bulldogs take a chance on David Gory
Tight end / defensive end prospect David Gory has committed to Fresno State over Washington, Arizona, and Air Force, despite playing just 10 varsity games because of a knee injury, the Tri-Valley Herald reports.
He said of coach Pat Hill's straightforward pitch of him exclusively playing tight end, "They were really honest about what they wanted to do with me. I really liked what I was hearing."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Shane McCardell, DE
Beaumont, TX
West Brook Senior High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Mississippi State grabs Shane McCardell from Baylor
Defensive end Shane McCardell has dropped the Bears in favor of the Bulldogs, writes the Waco Tribune Herald.
"I liked the winning tradition, and they got to a bowl game. Coach [Sylvester] Croom is a real great coach, and I really see myself playing for him," said McCardell.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jared Edwards, DE
Arlington, TX
Timberview High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Bears scoop Jared Edwards from the Cyclones
Lineman Jared Edwards has switched his committed from Iowa State to Baylor, the Waco Tribune-Herald reports, picking the Bears over Georgia Tech.
He said, "Georgia Tech has a lot to offer, but it just wasn't for me. [Baylor] is a lot closer to home, so my family and friends will get a chance to see me. And I'll get to play against my brother [Lonnie at Texas Tech] next year and maybe the year after."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Rodney Gillis, CB
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Saint Thomas Aquinas School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank103--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Ragin' Cajuns pluck Florida defensive back Rodney Gillis
Rodney Gillis has committed to play for Louisiana-Lafayette over scholarship offers from Iowa, Central Michigan, and Toledo, the Daily Advertiser reports.
Gillis earned first team all-county accolades after registering 52 tackles, five interceptions, and 14 pass breakups during his senior season for the Class 5A State Champions.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Willie Bohannon, DE
Prichard, AL
M. T. Blount High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank86--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 86
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Vols lure Willie Bohannon from the Wildcats
Defensive end Willie Bohannon has decommitted from Kentucky in favor of Tennessee, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brian Christopher, DE
Camden, AR
Camden-Fairview High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Texas Tech continues out-of-state work with Brian Christopher
Defensive end Brian Christopher has committed to play for the Red Raiders, the Avalanche-Journal reports.
He said, "I kind of want to get out of Arkansas. I told my mom I wanted to leave Arkansas. There's life beyond this. I'll come home, but I won't get homesick by any means. I'm a people person. I do well around people."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
William Lowe, RB
Cleveland, OH
Glenville High School
Scouts Grade: 63
<! -- posrank247--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 247
<!-- Substring11 63--></TD><TD>Glenville product William Lowe picks the Hawkeyes
Running back William Lowe has committed to Iowa over scholarship offers from North Carolina, N.C. State, West Virginia, Indiana, Akron, Ball State, and Bowling Green, the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Daniel Calvin, DT
Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Run-plugger Daniel Calvin now set for Kansas State
Daniel Calvin, who's currently attending Bakersfield (Calif.) College, has committed to play for the Wildcats, the Kansas City Star reports.
The 300-plus-pounder initially committed to Mississippi but dropped that pledge following the coaching change and his 12-sack season.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Marcus Malbrough, DE
Beaumont, TX
West Brook Senior High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Marcus Malbrough trades in Iowa for Missouri
Defensive end Marcus Malbrough has decommitted from the Hawkeyes in favor of the Tigers, the Kansas City Star reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jared Foster, TE
Madison, MS
Mississippi Gulf Coast Comm College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Rebels JUCO recruit Jared Foster won't join the team
Jared Foster has been arrested and charged with selling steroids, according to the Clarion-Ledger. He was enrolled in classes but has been dismissed from the team.
New Mississippi head coach Houston Nutt said, "It's a shame. But we're trying to build a football program and that's stuff we can't tolerate."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jordan Mannisto, K
Westlake Village, CA
Westlake High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Houston adds Cali kicker Jordan Mannisto
Jordan Mannisto is set to play college ball in the Lone Star State for the Cougars, writes the Houston Chronicle.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Doran Guillory, DT
Beaumont, TX
Monsignor Kelly Catholic High Schoo
Scouts Grade: 71
<! -- posrank77--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 77
<!-- Substring11 71--></TD><TD>Houston steals DT Doran Guillory from Iowa State
Doran Guillory has decommitted from the Cyclones in favor of the Cougars, the Houston Chronicle reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Keith Robinson, RB
Atco, NJ
Winslow Township High School
Scouts Grade: 70
<! -- posrank158--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 158
<!-- Substring11 70--></TD><TD>SMU lands another running back in Keith Robinson
Southern Methodist University has a pledge from Atco (N.J.) running back Keith Robinson, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Casey McMillan, OG
Billings, MT
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Montana's finest Casey McMillan to Iowa
Lineman Casey McMillan, the 2007 Gatorade Player of the Year for Montana, has committed to play for the Hawkeyes, the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Quincy Whittington, RB
Cuero, TX
Cuero High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Quincy Whittington stays in-state with SMU
Running back Quincy Whittington has picked Southern Methodist as his college of choice, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Khaseem Greene, S
Elizabeth, NJ
Avon Old Farms School For Boys
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Khaseem Greene heading to Rutgers after prep year
Post-graduate safety Khaseem Greene, has committed to play for the Scarlet Knights after spending some time at Avon Old Farms (Conn.), the Star-Ledger reports. The Elizabeth, N.J. native mentioned how much the program has changed.
"When I was growing up it was a laughingstock. [But now] they go to a bowl game every year. Coach [Greg] Schiano has turned things around completely there. It's a chance to play for a great program close to home, where your family and friends can see you."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Tony Foster, WR
Burlington, NC
Walter M. Williams High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Productive in-state WR Tony Foster to Duke
Tony Foster has pledged the Blue Devils after a visit to campus, the Times News reports. He posted 68 receptions for 1,091 yards (16 average) and nine touchdowns as a senior after dealing with a hand injury during his junior year.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Bryce Lunday, RB
Sheridan, AR
Sheridan High School
Scouts Grade: 62
<! -- posrank263--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 263
<!-- Substring11 62--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist adds Bryce Lunday
Bryce Lunday has committed to play college ball out-of-state at SMU next fall, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Louis Watson, CB
Mobile, AL
Saint Pauls Episcopal School
Scouts Grade: 73
<! -- posrank70--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 70
<!-- Substring11 73--></TD><TD>Bulldogs snag 'Bama prospect Louis Watson
Cornerback Louis Watson has committed to play college ball for Mississippi State, the Clarion-Ledger reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Josh Emshoff, OG
Lufkin, TX
Lufkin High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist lands in-state OL Josh Emshoff
Offensive Lineman Josh Emshoff has chosen to play at Southern Methodist University next fall, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Alan Gendreau, K
Maitland, FL
Orangewood Christian School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Middle Tennessee State nabs kicker Alan Gendreau
Kicker Alan Gendreau, an all-state pick as a senior when he posted a long make of 57 yards, has pledged the Blue Raiders, according to the Daily News Journal.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jarel Lowery, DT
Paterson, NJ
Paterson Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Big body Jarel Lowery to the Orange
Jarel Lowery has committed to Syracuse over Maryland and Wake Forest, the Post-Standard reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
B.J. Lee, RB
Ridgeland, MS
Ridgeland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>SMU gets a commitment from B.J. Lee
Running back B.J. Lee has made the decision to attend Southern Methodist University next year, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Evan Huahulu, OG
Anaheim, CA
Servite High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist scoops up Servite OL Evan Huahulu
Offensive lineman Evan Huahulu has committed to play college ball in the Lone Star State for SMU, reports the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
E.J. Drewery, WR
Chesapeake, VA
Atlantic Shores Christian School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Atlantic Shores Christian receiver picks SMU
E.J. Drewery has decided to suit up for new head coach June Jones at Southern Methodist, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Cyrus Gray, RB
Dallas, TX
DeSoto High School
Scouts Grade: 82
ESPN150 Rank: 57
<! -- posrank9--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank57--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 9
<!-- Substring11 82--></TD><TD>Running back Cyrus Gray commits to the Aggies
ESPN 150 talent Cyrus Gray has picked Texas A&M over Florida, Louisville, and Notre Dame, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Gray said new head coach Mike Sherman was a factor, "He had a lot in such little time. I could tell he's a person I can trust. He's a person who can get the program back on track."
The high school direct-snap quarterback gashed defenses for 1,975 yards and 28 touchdowns as a senior.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Tony Gillespie, DT
Tulsa, OK
Jenks High School
Scouts Grade: 80
<! -- posrank12--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 12
<!-- Substring11 80--></TD><TD>Big pickup for Kansas State with Tony Gillespie
No. 12-rated defensive tackle Tony Gillespie, an all-state performer as a senior, has committed to play for the Wildcats, The Oklahoman reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Dominic Galas, OC
Modesto, CA
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank6--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 6
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Cal grabs center Dominic Galas from Oregon State
Dominic Galas has decommitted from the Beavers in favor of the Bears, the Corvallis Gazette-Times reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Kye Staley, RB
Guthrie, OK
Guthrie High School
Scouts Grade: 81
ESPN150 Rank: 116
<! -- posrank13--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank116--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 13
<!-- Substring11 81--></TD><TD>Staley "50-50" between Oklahoma State and Arkansas
Under Armour All-American running back prospect Kye Staley, a longtime Oklahoma State pledge, said following a visit with the Razorbacks, "After seeing Arkansas I'd say it's about 50-50. I want to think about everything this whole week and try to reach a decision next Sunday. I just hope I make the right decision."
He added, "I can't really say anything else until I make my decision. I like Oklahoma State. That's why I committed to them. I just want to make sure I don't make the wrong decision."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Chaz Sutton, DE
Savannah, GA
Jenkins High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank40--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 40
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Gators pull another scholarship, this time it's Chaz Sutton
Defensive end Chaz Sutton is no longer committed to Florida after having his scholarship pulled because of poor grades, according to ESPN affiliate GatorCountry.com.
Sutton's high school teammate, running back Franklin Green, was also committed to Florida at one time but had his scholarship rescinded for academic reasons as well.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Washaun Ealey, RB
Twin City, GA
Emanual County Institute
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank70--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Georgia already building '09 class with teammates Ealey, Moody
Running back Washaun Ealey and linebacker Dexter Moody, both of Emanual County Institute (Twin City, Ga.), have already committed to play for in-state Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.
Ealey earned player of the year and all-state recognition from multiple publications after rushing for 2,982 yards and a state-record 58 touchdowns as a junior.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Dexter Moody, OLB
Twin City, GA
Emanual County Institute
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank32--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>2009 teammates Moody and Ealey already onboard with the Bulldogs
Emanual County Institute (Twin City, Ga.) teammates, linebacker / safety prospect Dexter Mood, and running back Washaun Ealey, have both pledged Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.
Florida and South Carolina are also after the touted 6-foot-2, 200-plus-pound junior defender.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Marcus Witherspoon, OLB
Absecon, NJ
Holy Spirit High School
Scouts Grade: 80
<! -- posrank23--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank195--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 23
<!-- Substring11 80--></TD><TD>Marcus Witherspoon's done looking around
Outside linebacker Marcus Witherspoon's high school coach, Bill Walsh, told the Press of Atlantic City that his talented senior has reaffirmed his commitment to Michigan.
Witherspoon took visits to Rutgers and Tennessee while also meeting with staff members from USC and Penn State after the coaching change in Ann Arbor, Mich.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brian Baucham, ATH
Torrance, CA
Torrance High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank31--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 31
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>Productive back Brian Baucham gets USC offer, commits
Brian Baucham took an official visit to Southern Cal over the weekend, received a scholarship offer, dropped his pledge to Washington State, and committed, ESPN affiliate WeAreSC.com reports.
He said of the decision, "The chemistry at USC was great and the player's relationship with the coaching staff is great. All the players said my home is your home and talked about the Trojan family. I'm very excited about everything that's happened."
Baucham rushed for 1,725 yards and 22 touchdowns as a senior after falling just short of 2,000 rushing yards during his junior campaign.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brandon Smith, QB
Mobile, AL
Williamson High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank59--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 59
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Tigers add sign-and-follow prospect Brandon Smith
Athlete Brandon Smith has committed to Auburn but will likely attend junior college before joining the Tigers, al.com reports.
The dual-threat signal-caller passed for 1,400 yards and rushed for 1,200 yards as a senior, earning Class 5A first team all-state recognition.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Sean Westgate, S
Oak Park, CA
Oak Park High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank66--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 66
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Bruins grab safety Sean Westgate from the Wildcats
Sean Westgate has decommitted from Arizona in favor of in-state UCLA, the Arizona Daily Star reports.
He said, "UCLA was the right decision for me and my family. Originally when the recruiting process started, UCLA was my top choice. I grew up in California watching UCLA and USC. UCLA was my dream school."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brandon Ware, DT
Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Nittany Lions gain massive defensive lineman Brandon Ware
Brandon Ware, a 6-foot-4, 358-pound behemoth prospect, visited campus over the weekend, received a scholarship offer, and committed to Penn State, the Pocono Record reports. He is holding an offer from Temple and was receiving interest from Pittsburgh, Virginia, Connecticut, and Buffalo.
Ware said, "It feels great, it's an honor because it's Penn State. Just the name of Penn State and Joe Paterno being the head coach since before I was born. It's an honor and I can't wait to get started."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Greg Scruggs, DE
Cincinnati, OH
Saint Xavier High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank71--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 71
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Raw defensive end Greg Scruggs to Louisville
Greg Scruggs, who has just one year of high school football experience under his belt, has committed to the Cardinals over programs such as Tennessee, the Courier-Journal reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Andrew Taglianetti, ATH
Pittsburgh, PA
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Pitt grabs another local product with Andrew Taglianetti
Athlete Andrew Taglianetti has accepted a grayshirt offer from the Panthers, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He's expected to enroll in January 2009.
Taglianetti was named the Class AAAA Player of the Year as a senior after rushing for 1,161 yards, amassing 420 receiving yards, and scoring 17 total touchdowns.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brynn Harvey, RB
Largo, FL
Largo High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank108--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 108
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Knights add Brynn Harvey to their running back mix
Brynn Harvey has committed to Central Florida over schools such as Ball State, Middle Tennessee State, and Memphis, the St. Petersburg Times reports.
He said, "UCF was one of my first choices all along. I wanted to be close to home, and I liked the atmosphere and coaches. It's a great fit."
Harvey, who rushed for a county record 2,581 yards this fall, will try to help fill the void left by Kevin Smith, who declared for the NFL Draft.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Antonio Bell, WR
Daytona Beach, FL
Mainland High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank118--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 118
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Huskers on the other end of a decommitment for Antonio Bell
Wide receiver Antonio Bell, who was originally pledged to Tennessee, is now onboard with Nebraska, the Journal Star reports. Bell believes he'll have the chance to step in right away and contribute.
He added, "It's a good program. I know they're on the rise because they got these new coaches."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Courtney Osborne, ATH
Garland, TX
South Garland High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank175--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Huskers reel-in Osborne twins Courtney and Steven
Athlete / safety recruit Courtney Osborne and his twin brother Steven have committed to play college ball together at Nebraska, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Courtney said of their dual-decision, "Twins have to stick together." Kansas and UNLV were also in the picture for the Osbornes.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Elton Ford, OLB
Lithonia, GA
Chattahoochee High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank69--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 69
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Arkansas gains former Wolfpack pledge Elton Ford
Outside linebacker / safety Elton Ford has dropped N.C. State in favor of the Razorbacks, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
Ford, who recorded over 100 tackles and four interceptions while also rushing for just under 600 yards and five touchdowns as a senior called Arkansas' facilities, "the best in America."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Bryce Beall, ATH
Tatum, TX
Tatum High School
Scouts Grade: 70
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 119
<!-- Substring11 70--></TD><TD>Cougars gain in-state talent Bryce Beall
Athlete Bryce Beall has committed to play college ball for Houston, smoaky.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Anthony Oden, OT
Indianapolis, IN
Lawrence North High School
Scouts Grade: 72
<! -- posrank92--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 92
<!-- Substring11 72--></TD><TD>Offensive tackle Anthony Oden heading to Arkansas
Anthony Oden, brother of Portland Trailblazer Greg Oden, has committed to Arkansas over scholarship offers from programs such as Indiana, Oregon State, Nebraska, Wisconsin, North Carolina State, and Kansas, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
He said, "The visit went nice, and I met a lot of the other commitments and it was a lot of fun. They're very strict on academics. They showed me a lot of things, the facilities, and I met a lot of the coaches."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Colin Kelly, OT
Kelso, WA
Kelso High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Beavers gobble up Colin Kelly
Line prospect Colin Kelly, a first team all-league pick as a senior, has committed to Oregon State, the Corvallis Gazette-Times reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Cory Mackay, ATH
Sammamish, WA
Eastlake High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cory Mackay drops the Huskies for the Cougars
Mackay has decommitted from Washington in favor of Washington State, the Seattle Times reports.
He explained the move, "A big reason for the switch was my desire to play receiver and that's where Washington State recruited me."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Alfred Davis, DT
College Park, GA
Benjamin E. Banneker High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Alfred Davis onboard with the Hogs
Defensive lineman Alfred Davis committed to Arkansas after a weekend visit, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
He said, "I've got family out here, and I feel comfortable around the players, and the weekend was just great. The facilities were nice and they have a good business program."
Davis said he registered 55 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks during his senior season.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Montori Hughes, DE
Murfreesboro, TN
Siegel High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Vols get pledge from Montori Hughes
Defensive line prospect Montori Hughes has committed to Tennessee but will likely attend either prep school or junior college for academic reasons before suiting up for the Volunteers, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said of the commitment, "I always wanted to play for Tennessee. I want to play end, but it doesn't really matter. It's just going to feel good putting on the Orange."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Clem Johnson, CB
Carlisle, PA
Valley Forge Military College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>NFL Draft declaration opens scholarship for Clem Johnson
Clem Johnson, who's currently attending Valley Forge (Pa.) Military College, has decommitted from Temple for N.C. State, wral.com reports.
The junior college quarterback was offered a scholarship by the Wolfpack after safety DaJuan Morgan declared for the NFL Draft.
Johnson said of his game, "My athleticism is ridiculous. I have good size, I'm a man-to-man type defensive back, but I find the zone easy to play. Plus, I've played on the offensive side of the ball, so I know how the quarterbacks think. It'll be a lot easier for me to read them because I've played the position before.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Thomas Locust, DT
Riviera Beach, FL
Cerritos College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>JUCO defensive tackle Thomas Locust to the Wolfpack
Thomas Locust is set to play for N.C .State after finishing up at Cerritos College (Norwalk, Calif.), wral.com reports.
Colorado State and Nevada were also recruiting the big interior lineman who originally attended Florida A&M, but did not play football. He recorded 24 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and one sack this past fall.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Randy Salmon, DT
Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cardinals snare interior lineman Randy Salmon
Defensive tackle Randy Salmon visited Louisville over the weekend and then committed to the program, the Courier-Journal reports.
He said of defensive line coach Ken Delgado, "I feel real comfortable with him. He was teaching me and showing me stuff. He just really helped me feel at home."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Steven Osborne, WR
Garland, TX
South Garland High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank108--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 108
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Steven and Courtney Osborne heading to Nebraska together
Twin brothers, wide receiver Steven and athlete Courtney Osborne, have both pledged the Huskers over Kansas and UNLV, the Dallas Morning News reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Chris Martin, DT
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Choctawhatchee High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank51--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 51
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Martin to stay in Fla. and play for UCF
Choctawhachee High School standout defensive tackle Chris Martin will be a Knight in 2008, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jarien Moreland, OG
Belle Glade, FL
Glades Central High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Moreland commits to the Knights
Former Auburn commitment Jarien Moreland has decided to stay in-state and attend the University of Central Florida, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
T.J. Scranton, WR
Hitchcock, TX
Kilgore College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Bears gather more JUCO help with T.J. Scranton
Wide receiver T.J. Scranton, who's currently attending Kilgore (Texas) College), has committed to play for Baylor, the Dallas Morning News reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jimmy Jean, DT
Oakland Park, FL
Northeast High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Defensive tackle Jean lands with the Owls
Northeast high school standout lineman Jimmy Jean has verbally committed to stay in-state and play for Florida Atlantic University, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Ricky Cavanaugh, OLB
Austin, TX
LBJ High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Aggies' class keeps growing with Ricky Cavanaugh
Outside linebacker Ricky Cavanaugh has elected to play college ball in-state for Texas A&M, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Rodney Chadwick, OLB
Carthage, TX
Carthage High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Rodney Chadwick switches pledge to the Bears
Outside linebacker / safety Rodney Chadwick has decommitted from Louisiana-Monroe for Baylor, the News-Journal reports.
Chadwick was named the District 20-3A Defensive Most Valuable in 2007 after recording 91 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, five forced fumbles, and one interception.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Bernard Smith, OLB
Atlanta, GA
Benjamin E. Mays High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank67--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 67
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Mountaineers scoop up former Rebel pledge Bernard Smith
Outside linebacker / defensive end Bernard Smith is now set to play for new head coach Bill Stewart and West Virginia, the Charleston Daily Mail reports. He initially committed to Mississippi.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jackson Anderson, TE
Frisco, TX
Frisco High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Jackson Anderson says yes to Duke
Tight end Jackson Anderson, who has also toured North Carolina, pledged the Blue Devils, wral.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Attrail Snipes, WR
Seattle, WA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Attrail Snipes trades in the Warriors for the Wildcats
JUCO wide receiver Attrail Snipes has dropped Hawaii in favor of Kansas State, uhfootball.blogspot.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Amos Wood, WR
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood Hills High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Wood will take services to Florida Atlantic
Amos Wood from Hollywood Hills high school has agreed to attend Florida Atlantic University in the fall of 2008. He joins a large class of in-state recuits for the Owls, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Randy Richards, OT
Royal Palm Beach, FL
Royal Palm Beach High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Richards commits to FAU
Florida Atlantic landed another in-state high school prospect in offensive tackle Randy Richards from Royal Palm Beach high school, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Kenneth White, DT
Miami, FL
Miami Norland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Golden Panthers are the right fit for White
Florida International picked up in-state defensive lineman Kenneth White. White was a standout player at Miami Norland high school, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Keon Broxton, WR
Lakeland, FL
Lakeland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>FAU gets in-state receiver Broxton
Keon Broxton of Lakeland high school has decided to stay in his home state of Florida and play for the FAU Owls, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
James Caraway, WR
Topeka, KS
Highland Park High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cowboys get verbal commitment from Caraway
James Caraway, a 5'11'', 175 pounder from Kansas committed to Wyoming. He is projected to play either wide receiver or running back for the Cowboys. At Highlands Park High, Caraway rushed for 838 yards and gained more than 200 receiving, reports the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Marlon Walls, OLB
Olive Branch, MS
Olive Branch High School
Scouts Grade: 77
<! -- posrank45--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 45
<!-- Substring11 77--></TD><TD>Marlon Walls drops Ole Miss for his dream school Tennessee
Outside linebacker Marlon Walls, who grew up in Memphis, Tenn., decommitted from Mississippi for Tennessee after taking an official visit to campus, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
Walls said of the trip, "I had chills from the moment I was there to the moment I left. I didn't want to leave. It turned out to be more than I thought it would."
"That's always been a dream, the place I've always wanted to go," added Walls, who only began looking around because of the coaching change in Oxford, Miss.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Eddie Brown, DT
Waller, TX
Waller High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank49--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 49
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Eddie Brown gets offer from A&M, says goodbye to Nebraska
Defensive tackle Eddie Brown switched his committed from the Huskers to the Aggies less than one week after making his decision, after receiving a scholarship offer from Texas A&M, the Lincoln Journal Star reports.
This comes as no surprise considering Brown mentioned that Texas A&M was his favorite school despite the Nebraska pledge.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Lavar Edwards, DE
New Orleans, LA
Desire Street Academy
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Multi-skilled big man Lavar Edwards to the Tigers
Defensive line prospect Lavar Edwards has committed to play for LSU, the Times-Picayune reports.
Edwards said of the BCS National Champion Tigers, "It's close to home so all my family will be able to come and see my play. And I kind of crew up a LSU fan."
He was recruited at different positions but said, "In high school, I played tight end and defensive end but a lot of coaches and some who were my coaches tell me that I might be a better defensive end than tight end in the long run. So I decided it would be better for me to get to the next level and play defensive end."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Anthony Laurenzi, DE
Placentia, CA
El Dorado High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cougars grab productive Cali lineman Anthony Laurenzi
Defensive lineman Anthony Laurenzi committed to Washington State on Saturday over programs such as Hawaii, Nevada, and San Diego State, the Orange Country Register reports.
Laurenzi was named the Century League and Southwest Division defensive player of the year after tallying 23 sacks during his senior campaign.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Joseph Dawson, OT
Hollywood, FL
Dean College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Dawson to Florida Atlantic
Dean College offensive tackle Joseph Dawson will attend FAU in 2008, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Demetrius Williamson, CB
Port Orange, FL
Spruce Creek High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank103--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Williamson chooses FAU over UCF and UConn
Demetrius Williamson has orally committed to play for the Owls of Florida Atlantic University. He picked FAU despite having interest from Central Florida and Connecticut, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Mark Avery, DT
Stockton, CA
A. A. Stagg High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Wolf Pack land Calif. defensive lineman Avery
Nevada gray-shirt Mark Avery will enroll in the spring and begin working out with the team in late February. Coach Chris Ault told the Nevada Appeal, "We are very pleased that they will be here for our conditioning period and for spring football."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Travis Cox, CB
Plantation, FL
South Plantation High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Owls grab CB Cox
Florida Atlantic received a verbal commitment from South Plantation high school cornerback Travis Cox, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Brandon Wimberly, WR
Gardena, CA
Gardena High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Gray-shirt receiver Wimberly to Nevada
Calif. WR Brandon Wimberly will join several other gray-shirt freshman and begin practicing with the Wolf Pack in late February, reports the Nevada Appeal.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Alex Pattee, OLB
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood Hills High School
Scouts Grade: 66
<! -- posrank146--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 146
<!-- Substring11 66--></TD><TD>Florida Atlantic gets a "yes" from Pattee
Hollywood Hill high school defensive lineman/outside linebacker Alex Pattee gave his verbal commitment to FAU, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Milhomme Jean-Charles, DE
Palm Bay, FL
Bayside High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Jean-Charles stays in Fla. with the Golder Panthers
Milhomme Jean-Charles has verbally committed to Florida International University, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Ugochukwu Uzodinma, DE
Washington, DC
Dunbar High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Ugochukwu Uzodinma says goodbye to Virginia, hello to Illinois
Defensive end Ugochukwu Uzodinma was recruited to Virginia by former defensive coordinator Mike London, and after he left to coach Richmond Uzodinma no longer felt a connection to the school. As a result, he has decommitted to Virginia and has decided to play his college football at Illinois, the Daily Press reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
William Green, DE
Birmingham, AL
Spain Park High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 43
<! -- posrank5--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank43--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 5
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>Three in good shape for defensive end William Green
ESPN 150 talent William Green has cancelled a visit to Clemson. It now appears that Green will choose either Alabama, Auburn, or Florida, the Birmingham News reports.
However, Spain Park, Ala. interim coach David Shores said, "I think he's still keeping his options open and if a school wants maybe a one-day visit or something, he'd consider it."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
T.J. Bryant, CB
Tallahassee, FL
Lincoln High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 24
<! -- posrank2--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank24--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 2
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>USC expecting some big names this weekend
According to ESPN affiliate WeAreSC.com, the Trojans are slated to host a talented group of uncommitted prospects this weekend including No. 2-rated cornerback T.J. Bryant (Tallahassee, Fla./Lincoln), No. 8-rated outside linebacker, Under Armour All-American Jerrell Harris (Gadsden, Ala.), and No. 17-rated safety Vaughn Telemaque (Long Beach, Calif./Poly).
Additionally, No. 2-rated athlete Joe Adams, currently a Trojans soft verbal pledge, is expected to make his way to campus. Also on the menu is No. 8-rated defensive end Toby Jackson (Griffin, Ga.), a Georgia commitment.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Freddie Smooth, DT
Baton Rouge, LA
Desire Street Academy
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Big body Freddie Smooth picks Auburn
Lineman Freddie Smooth has committed to the Tigers over scholarship offers from programs such as Oklahoma and North Carolina, the Birmingham News reports.
The 6-foot-5, 310-pounded made 70 tackles and 4.5 sacks this fall earning Class 4A All-State accolades.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Jonathan Cooper, OG
Wilmington, NC
John T. Hoggard High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank159--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Tar Heels pickup more steam, Jonathan Cooper's onboard
Offensive lineman Jonathan Cooper has committed to North Carolina over South Carolina and Wake Forest, tarheeltimes.com reports.
He said of the decision, "I'm relieved, it's been a long process but a good one. In the end I just knew this was the best fit for me. I really enjoyed my visit and the coaching staff at Carolina." He is UNC's fourth pledge in the last week.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Jacquies Smith, DE
Dallas, TX
South Oak Cliff High
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank73--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 73
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Jacquies Smith now set to play for Missouri
Defensive end Jacquies Smith, who was committed to Baylor at one time, is now pledged to the Tigers, the Dallas Morning News reports. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><!-- / message -->
<TABLE class=tablehead cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=3><TBODY><TR class=colhead><TD>PLAYER</TD><TD>NEWS</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Keanon Cooper, OLB
Dallas, TX
Skyline High School
Scouts Grade: 81
ESPN150 Rank: 128
<! -- posrank12--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank128--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 12
<!-- Substring11 81--></TD><TD>Keanon Cooper stays in-state with the Red Raiders
Under Armour All-American outside linebacker / safety Keanon Cooper has committed to Texas Tech over Kansas, Kansas State, and Minnesota, ESPN's Billy Tucker reports.
He said of the decision, "Staying in-state was just an added bonus. I really liked the school, the campus and the coaching staff at Tech. It was the school I felt most comfortable at."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Desmond Johnson, RB
Yazoo City, MS
Yazoo City High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank33--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 33
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>Southern Miss tops BCS schools for Desmond Johnson
Running back Desmond Johnson has committed to the Golden Eagles over offers from BCS programs such as Michigan, which he visited last weekend, the Clarion-Ledger reports.
He said, "The coaches [at USM] seemed like they really cared and showed a lot of love. I really liked everything about it. It feels good to have it over with because going through [the recruiting process] gives you a lot to think about."
New Southern Miss head coach Tony Hughes [formerly on the Ole Miss staff] was key in Johnson's decision, "When [Hughes] first went to Southern Miss, he said he was still recruiting me and hadn't forgotten about me. It meant a lot to me. I could tell he cared about me and really wanted me."
Johnson suffered a season-ending broken leg this fall after rushing for over 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns in 4-plus games. He led Mississippi with 2,509 rushing yards and 33 touchdowns as a junior.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brandon Harris, CB
Miami, FL
Booker T. Washington High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 28
<! -- posrank3--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank28--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 3
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>Two in the lead for cornerback Brandon Harris
ESPN 150 Under Armour All-American Brandon Harris told the Miami Herald, "At this point, the two schools that stand out are Ohio State and Miami. Things could change at the end of next week. But as of right now, those are the ones standing out [after] the home visits and official visits."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
D'Anton Lynn, S
Celina, TX
Celina High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank10--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 10
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>D'Anton Lynn firms up commitment to the Nittany Lions
Safety D'Anton Lynn considered dropping Penn State for either Oklahoma, Texas Tech, USC, or Baylor but has since reaffirmed his pledge to the Nittany Lions, writes the Herald Democrat.
Lynn intercepted seven passes and scored two return touchdowns on his way to a Class 3A First Team All-State selection this fall.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Sean Renfree, QB
Scottsdale, AZ
Notre Dame Bishop Gibbons H. S.
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank43--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 43
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Quarterback Sean Renfree lands with the Blue Devils
Touted prospect Sean Renfree, who decommitted from Georgia Tech, has committed to Duke over Arizona State, writes the Arizona Republic.
He said, "Arizona State has a great coach and they'll do great without me. They'll get to the Rose Bowl and play for the national championship. I just felt the best opportunity for me was at Duke."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Casey Kelly, QB
Sarasota, FL
Sarasota High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank32--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 32
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Two schools and two sports in the mix for Casey Kelly
Quarterback / shortstop prospect Casey Kelly is set to accept a football scholarship from Tennessee or a baseball scholarship from Arizona State this Friday, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said of the conundrum, "It's two different situations. Arizona State would basically be baseball my first year, get settled in and not worry about football until the fall. On the other side [at Tennessee], I can start football right away."
Additionally, Kelly could forgo collegiate athletics altogether if he's selected high enough in June's amateur baseball draft.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Chase Vasser, OLB
Gainesville, GA
Chestatee High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Another 2009 for Georgia with Chase Vasser
Junior linebacker Chase Vasser has committed to the in-state Bulldogs, according to his high school coach Stan Lutrell, the Gainesville Times reports. Vasser made 138 tackles, 36 tackles for loss, and 12 sacks this fall.
Lutrell said, "I'm excited for the opportunity that Chase has. He would have had the opportunity to play elsewhere but he decided he wanted to be a Georgia Bulldog. Kids around here grow up dreaming of playing in Athens and I am glad that he has the opportunity to realize those dreams."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
D.J. Shaw, DT
Bude, MS
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>More JUCO help for West Virginia with D.J. Shaw
Defensive lineman D.J. Shaw has committed to the Mountaineers over scholarship offers from Ohio and Northern Illinois, the Natchez Democrat reports. Programs such as Mississippi State, Mississippi, Southern Miss, Miami-FL, and Memphis also showed some interest.
Shaw was excited about West Virginia's pursuit of him, "I was kind of shocked when they first offered. I've been hearing from a lot of smaller schools and then all of a sudden they came in and offered me. I couldn't pass up the chance playing for a top-10 ranked school that's always in the hunt for a National Championship."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Prentiss Waggner, CB
Clinton, LA
Clinton High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank48--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 48
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Prentiss Waggner makes commitment to the Vols public
Cornerback Prentiss Waggner picked the Volunteers in December over programs such as Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, and Louisiana Tech, and made it public Monday, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said, "I was planning on visiting other schools but I thought about it. Tennessee's coaches really cared about me and I knew that was the place for me."
Waggner added, "I'm really excited about playing in the SEC. All my life I've wanted to play in the SEC. I feel like an SEC player because I can play man-to-man coverage."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Sterling Lucas, ILB
Orangeburg, SC
Orangeburg Wilkinson High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Tackling machine Sterling Lucas picks the Wolfpack
Linebacker prospect Sterling Lucas has committed to N.C. State over programs such as South Carolina, Maryland and Michigan State, according to the Times and Democrat.
He said of the decision, "That is where I feel comfortable. I love the players. I have a good relationship with the players, and they have a great coaching staff. I just love the environment."
After tallying 161 tackles during his senior campaign, Lucas took home Defensive MVP honors at the Shrine Bowl.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Daron Mackey, ILB
Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Daron Mackey is the first JUCO for the Broncos
Linebacker prospect Daron Mackey, who's currently attending Bakersfield (Calif.) College, has committed to Boise State over Washington State, the Idaho Statesman reports. This fall, he tallied 71 tackles, six sacks, and four interceptions.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brodrick Smith, ATH
Garden City, KS
Garden City High School
Scouts Grade: 73
<! -- posrank107--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 107
<!-- Substring11 73--></TD><TD>Gophers' huge class gets bigger with Brodrick Smith
Wide receiver Brodrick Smith has committed to Minnesota over his other finalists Kansas State, Nebraska, and Arizona, the Star Tribune reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Malcolm Beyah, ATH
Chamblee, GA
Chamblee High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank175--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Blue Raiders grab screamer Malcolm Beyah
Athlete Malcolm Beyah has committed to play for Middle Tennessee State, the Daily News Journal reports.
He said, "I just liked Middle Tennessee State's campus and their coaches. That's why I committed. Plus they said they'd let me run track, too."
Beyah owns the nation's 12th fastest 200-meter time at 21.46 seconds. Additionally, he's been clocked at a combine running a 4.32 40-yard dash.
As a senior, he rushed for 551 yards and 10 touchdowns averaging 10.6 yards per carry, posted 11 receptions for 283 yards (25.7 average) and three touchdowns, and returned one kick for a score as well.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Will Fleming, S
Akron, OH
Archbishop Hoban High School
Scouts Grade: 72
<! -- posrank85--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 85
<!-- Substring11 72--></TD><TD>Zips grab safety with family ties in Will Fleming
Tall safety Will Fleming has committed to Akron over scholarship offers from Boise State and Hawaii, the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
He said of his father Jim, Akron's defensive coordinator, "My dad was really excited about the news."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
David Gory, TE
San Ramon, CA
California High School
Scouts Grade: 68
<! -- posrank90--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 90
<!-- Substring11 68--></TD><TD>Bulldogs take a chance on David Gory
Tight end / defensive end prospect David Gory has committed to Fresno State over Washington, Arizona, and Air Force, despite playing just 10 varsity games because of a knee injury, the Tri-Valley Herald reports.
He said of coach Pat Hill's straightforward pitch of him exclusively playing tight end, "They were really honest about what they wanted to do with me. I really liked what I was hearing."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Shane McCardell, DE
Beaumont, TX
West Brook Senior High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Mississippi State grabs Shane McCardell from Baylor
Defensive end Shane McCardell has dropped the Bears in favor of the Bulldogs, writes the Waco Tribune Herald.
"I liked the winning tradition, and they got to a bowl game. Coach [Sylvester] Croom is a real great coach, and I really see myself playing for him," said McCardell.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jared Edwards, DE
Arlington, TX
Timberview High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Bears scoop Jared Edwards from the Cyclones
Lineman Jared Edwards has switched his committed from Iowa State to Baylor, the Waco Tribune-Herald reports, picking the Bears over Georgia Tech.
He said, "Georgia Tech has a lot to offer, but it just wasn't for me. [Baylor] is a lot closer to home, so my family and friends will get a chance to see me. And I'll get to play against my brother [Lonnie at Texas Tech] next year and maybe the year after."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Rodney Gillis, CB
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Saint Thomas Aquinas School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank103--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Ragin' Cajuns pluck Florida defensive back Rodney Gillis
Rodney Gillis has committed to play for Louisiana-Lafayette over scholarship offers from Iowa, Central Michigan, and Toledo, the Daily Advertiser reports.
Gillis earned first team all-county accolades after registering 52 tackles, five interceptions, and 14 pass breakups during his senior season for the Class 5A State Champions.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Willie Bohannon, DE
Prichard, AL
M. T. Blount High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank86--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 86
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Vols lure Willie Bohannon from the Wildcats
Defensive end Willie Bohannon has decommitted from Kentucky in favor of Tennessee, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Brian Christopher, DE
Camden, AR
Camden-Fairview High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Texas Tech continues out-of-state work with Brian Christopher
Defensive end Brian Christopher has committed to play for the Red Raiders, the Avalanche-Journal reports.
He said, "I kind of want to get out of Arkansas. I told my mom I wanted to leave Arkansas. There's life beyond this. I'll come home, but I won't get homesick by any means. I'm a people person. I do well around people."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
William Lowe, RB
Cleveland, OH
Glenville High School
Scouts Grade: 63
<! -- posrank247--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 247
<!-- Substring11 63--></TD><TD>Glenville product William Lowe picks the Hawkeyes
Running back William Lowe has committed to Iowa over scholarship offers from North Carolina, N.C. State, West Virginia, Indiana, Akron, Ball State, and Bowling Green, the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Daniel Calvin, DT
Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Run-plugger Daniel Calvin now set for Kansas State
Daniel Calvin, who's currently attending Bakersfield (Calif.) College, has committed to play for the Wildcats, the Kansas City Star reports.
The 300-plus-pounder initially committed to Mississippi but dropped that pledge following the coaching change and his 12-sack season.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Marcus Malbrough, DE
Beaumont, TX
West Brook Senior High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Marcus Malbrough trades in Iowa for Missouri
Defensive end Marcus Malbrough has decommitted from the Hawkeyes in favor of the Tigers, the Kansas City Star reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jared Foster, TE
Madison, MS
Mississippi Gulf Coast Comm College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Rebels JUCO recruit Jared Foster won't join the team
Jared Foster has been arrested and charged with selling steroids, according to the Clarion-Ledger. He was enrolled in classes but has been dismissed from the team.
New Mississippi head coach Houston Nutt said, "It's a shame. But we're trying to build a football program and that's stuff we can't tolerate."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jordan Mannisto, K
Westlake Village, CA
Westlake High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Houston adds Cali kicker Jordan Mannisto
Jordan Mannisto is set to play college ball in the Lone Star State for the Cougars, writes the Houston Chronicle.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Doran Guillory, DT
Beaumont, TX
Monsignor Kelly Catholic High Schoo
Scouts Grade: 71
<! -- posrank77--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 77
<!-- Substring11 71--></TD><TD>Houston steals DT Doran Guillory from Iowa State
Doran Guillory has decommitted from the Cyclones in favor of the Cougars, the Houston Chronicle reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Keith Robinson, RB
Atco, NJ
Winslow Township High School
Scouts Grade: 70
<! -- posrank158--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 158
<!-- Substring11 70--></TD><TD>SMU lands another running back in Keith Robinson
Southern Methodist University has a pledge from Atco (N.J.) running back Keith Robinson, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Casey McMillan, OG
Billings, MT
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Montana's finest Casey McMillan to Iowa
Lineman Casey McMillan, the 2007 Gatorade Player of the Year for Montana, has committed to play for the Hawkeyes, the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Quincy Whittington, RB
Cuero, TX
Cuero High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Quincy Whittington stays in-state with SMU
Running back Quincy Whittington has picked Southern Methodist as his college of choice, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Khaseem Greene, S
Elizabeth, NJ
Avon Old Farms School For Boys
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Khaseem Greene heading to Rutgers after prep year
Post-graduate safety Khaseem Greene, has committed to play for the Scarlet Knights after spending some time at Avon Old Farms (Conn.), the Star-Ledger reports. The Elizabeth, N.J. native mentioned how much the program has changed.
"When I was growing up it was a laughingstock. [But now] they go to a bowl game every year. Coach [Greg] Schiano has turned things around completely there. It's a chance to play for a great program close to home, where your family and friends can see you."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Tony Foster, WR
Burlington, NC
Walter M. Williams High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Productive in-state WR Tony Foster to Duke
Tony Foster has pledged the Blue Devils after a visit to campus, the Times News reports. He posted 68 receptions for 1,091 yards (16 average) and nine touchdowns as a senior after dealing with a hand injury during his junior year.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Bryce Lunday, RB
Sheridan, AR
Sheridan High School
Scouts Grade: 62
<! -- posrank263--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 263
<!-- Substring11 62--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist adds Bryce Lunday
Bryce Lunday has committed to play college ball out-of-state at SMU next fall, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Louis Watson, CB
Mobile, AL
Saint Pauls Episcopal School
Scouts Grade: 73
<! -- posrank70--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 70
<!-- Substring11 73--></TD><TD>Bulldogs snag 'Bama prospect Louis Watson
Cornerback Louis Watson has committed to play college ball for Mississippi State, the Clarion-Ledger reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Josh Emshoff, OG
Lufkin, TX
Lufkin High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist lands in-state OL Josh Emshoff
Offensive Lineman Josh Emshoff has chosen to play at Southern Methodist University next fall, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Alan Gendreau, K
Maitland, FL
Orangewood Christian School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Middle Tennessee State nabs kicker Alan Gendreau
Kicker Alan Gendreau, an all-state pick as a senior when he posted a long make of 57 yards, has pledged the Blue Raiders, according to the Daily News Journal.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Jarel Lowery, DT
Paterson, NJ
Paterson Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Big body Jarel Lowery to the Orange
Jarel Lowery has committed to Syracuse over Maryland and Wake Forest, the Post-Standard reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
B.J. Lee, RB
Ridgeland, MS
Ridgeland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>SMU gets a commitment from B.J. Lee
Running back B.J. Lee has made the decision to attend Southern Methodist University next year, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
Evan Huahulu, OG
Anaheim, CA
Servite High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Southern Methodist scoops up Servite OL Evan Huahulu
Offensive lineman Evan Huahulu has committed to play college ball in the Lone Star State for SMU, reports the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 29
E.J. Drewery, WR
Chesapeake, VA
Atlantic Shores Christian School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Atlantic Shores Christian receiver picks SMU
E.J. Drewery has decided to suit up for new head coach June Jones at Southern Methodist, according to the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Cyrus Gray, RB
Dallas, TX
DeSoto High School
Scouts Grade: 82
ESPN150 Rank: 57
<! -- posrank9--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank57--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 9
<!-- Substring11 82--></TD><TD>Running back Cyrus Gray commits to the Aggies
ESPN 150 talent Cyrus Gray has picked Texas A&M over Florida, Louisville, and Notre Dame, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Gray said new head coach Mike Sherman was a factor, "He had a lot in such little time. I could tell he's a person I can trust. He's a person who can get the program back on track."
The high school direct-snap quarterback gashed defenses for 1,975 yards and 28 touchdowns as a senior.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Tony Gillespie, DT
Tulsa, OK
Jenks High School
Scouts Grade: 80
<! -- posrank12--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 12
<!-- Substring11 80--></TD><TD>Big pickup for Kansas State with Tony Gillespie
No. 12-rated defensive tackle Tony Gillespie, an all-state performer as a senior, has committed to play for the Wildcats, The Oklahoman reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Dominic Galas, OC
Modesto, CA
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank6--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 6
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Cal grabs center Dominic Galas from Oregon State
Dominic Galas has decommitted from the Beavers in favor of the Bears, the Corvallis Gazette-Times reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Kye Staley, RB
Guthrie, OK
Guthrie High School
Scouts Grade: 81
ESPN150 Rank: 116
<! -- posrank13--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank116--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 13
<!-- Substring11 81--></TD><TD>Staley "50-50" between Oklahoma State and Arkansas
Under Armour All-American running back prospect Kye Staley, a longtime Oklahoma State pledge, said following a visit with the Razorbacks, "After seeing Arkansas I'd say it's about 50-50. I want to think about everything this whole week and try to reach a decision next Sunday. I just hope I make the right decision."
He added, "I can't really say anything else until I make my decision. I like Oklahoma State. That's why I committed to them. I just want to make sure I don't make the wrong decision."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Chaz Sutton, DE
Savannah, GA
Jenkins High School
Scouts Grade: 78
<! -- posrank40--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 40
<!-- Substring11 78--></TD><TD>Gators pull another scholarship, this time it's Chaz Sutton
Defensive end Chaz Sutton is no longer committed to Florida after having his scholarship pulled because of poor grades, according to ESPN affiliate GatorCountry.com.
Sutton's high school teammate, running back Franklin Green, was also committed to Florida at one time but had his scholarship rescinded for academic reasons as well.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Washaun Ealey, RB
Twin City, GA
Emanual County Institute
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank70--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Georgia already building '09 class with teammates Ealey, Moody
Running back Washaun Ealey and linebacker Dexter Moody, both of Emanual County Institute (Twin City, Ga.), have already committed to play for in-state Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.
Ealey earned player of the year and all-state recognition from multiple publications after rushing for 2,982 yards and a state-record 58 touchdowns as a junior.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Dexter Moody, OLB
Twin City, GA
Emanual County Institute
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank32--><! -- recruitseaons2009--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>2009 teammates Moody and Ealey already onboard with the Bulldogs
Emanual County Institute (Twin City, Ga.) teammates, linebacker / safety prospect Dexter Mood, and running back Washaun Ealey, have both pledged Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.
Florida and South Carolina are also after the touted 6-foot-2, 200-plus-pound junior defender.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Marcus Witherspoon, OLB
Absecon, NJ
Holy Spirit High School
Scouts Grade: 80
<! -- posrank23--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank195--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 23
<!-- Substring11 80--></TD><TD>Marcus Witherspoon's done looking around
Outside linebacker Marcus Witherspoon's high school coach, Bill Walsh, told the Press of Atlantic City that his talented senior has reaffirmed his commitment to Michigan.
Witherspoon took visits to Rutgers and Tennessee while also meeting with staff members from USC and Penn State after the coaching change in Ann Arbor, Mich.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brian Baucham, ATH
Torrance, CA
Torrance High School
Scouts Grade: 79
<! -- posrank31--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 31
<!-- Substring11 79--></TD><TD>Productive back Brian Baucham gets USC offer, commits
Brian Baucham took an official visit to Southern Cal over the weekend, received a scholarship offer, dropped his pledge to Washington State, and committed, ESPN affiliate WeAreSC.com reports.
He said of the decision, "The chemistry at USC was great and the player's relationship with the coaching staff is great. All the players said my home is your home and talked about the Trojan family. I'm very excited about everything that's happened."
Baucham rushed for 1,725 yards and 22 touchdowns as a senior after falling just short of 2,000 rushing yards during his junior campaign.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brandon Smith, QB
Mobile, AL
Williamson High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank59--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 59
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Tigers add sign-and-follow prospect Brandon Smith
Athlete Brandon Smith has committed to Auburn but will likely attend junior college before joining the Tigers, al.com reports.
The dual-threat signal-caller passed for 1,400 yards and rushed for 1,200 yards as a senior, earning Class 5A first team all-state recognition.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Sean Westgate, S
Oak Park, CA
Oak Park High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank66--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 66
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Bruins grab safety Sean Westgate from the Wildcats
Sean Westgate has decommitted from Arizona in favor of in-state UCLA, the Arizona Daily Star reports.
He said, "UCLA was the right decision for me and my family. Originally when the recruiting process started, UCLA was my top choice. I grew up in California watching UCLA and USC. UCLA was my dream school."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brandon Ware, DT
Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Nittany Lions gain massive defensive lineman Brandon Ware
Brandon Ware, a 6-foot-4, 358-pound behemoth prospect, visited campus over the weekend, received a scholarship offer, and committed to Penn State, the Pocono Record reports. He is holding an offer from Temple and was receiving interest from Pittsburgh, Virginia, Connecticut, and Buffalo.
Ware said, "It feels great, it's an honor because it's Penn State. Just the name of Penn State and Joe Paterno being the head coach since before I was born. It's an honor and I can't wait to get started."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Greg Scruggs, DE
Cincinnati, OH
Saint Xavier High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank71--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 71
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Raw defensive end Greg Scruggs to Louisville
Greg Scruggs, who has just one year of high school football experience under his belt, has committed to the Cardinals over programs such as Tennessee, the Courier-Journal reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Andrew Taglianetti, ATH
Pittsburgh, PA
Central Catholic High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Pitt grabs another local product with Andrew Taglianetti
Athlete Andrew Taglianetti has accepted a grayshirt offer from the Panthers, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He's expected to enroll in January 2009.
Taglianetti was named the Class AAAA Player of the Year as a senior after rushing for 1,161 yards, amassing 420 receiving yards, and scoring 17 total touchdowns.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Brynn Harvey, RB
Largo, FL
Largo High School
Scouts Grade: 74
<! -- posrank108--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 108
<!-- Substring11 74--></TD><TD>Knights add Brynn Harvey to their running back mix
Brynn Harvey has committed to Central Florida over schools such as Ball State, Middle Tennessee State, and Memphis, the St. Petersburg Times reports.
He said, "UCF was one of my first choices all along. I wanted to be close to home, and I liked the atmosphere and coaches. It's a great fit."
Harvey, who rushed for a county record 2,581 yards this fall, will try to help fill the void left by Kevin Smith, who declared for the NFL Draft.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Antonio Bell, WR
Daytona Beach, FL
Mainland High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank118--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 118
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Huskers on the other end of a decommitment for Antonio Bell
Wide receiver Antonio Bell, who was originally pledged to Tennessee, is now onboard with Nebraska, the Journal Star reports. Bell believes he'll have the chance to step in right away and contribute.
He added, "It's a good program. I know they're on the rise because they got these new coaches."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Courtney Osborne, ATH
Garland, TX
South Garland High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank175--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Huskers reel-in Osborne twins Courtney and Steven
Athlete / safety recruit Courtney Osborne and his twin brother Steven have committed to play college ball together at Nebraska, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Courtney said of their dual-decision, "Twins have to stick together." Kansas and UNLV were also in the picture for the Osbornes.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Elton Ford, OLB
Lithonia, GA
Chattahoochee High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank69--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 69
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Arkansas gains former Wolfpack pledge Elton Ford
Outside linebacker / safety Elton Ford has dropped N.C. State in favor of the Razorbacks, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
Ford, who recorded over 100 tackles and four interceptions while also rushing for just under 600 yards and five touchdowns as a senior called Arkansas' facilities, "the best in America."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Bryce Beall, ATH
Tatum, TX
Tatum High School
Scouts Grade: 70
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 119
<!-- Substring11 70--></TD><TD>Cougars gain in-state talent Bryce Beall
Athlete Bryce Beall has committed to play college ball for Houston, smoaky.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Anthony Oden, OT
Indianapolis, IN
Lawrence North High School
Scouts Grade: 72
<! -- posrank92--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 92
<!-- Substring11 72--></TD><TD>Offensive tackle Anthony Oden heading to Arkansas
Anthony Oden, brother of Portland Trailblazer Greg Oden, has committed to Arkansas over scholarship offers from programs such as Indiana, Oregon State, Nebraska, Wisconsin, North Carolina State, and Kansas, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
He said, "The visit went nice, and I met a lot of the other commitments and it was a lot of fun. They're very strict on academics. They showed me a lot of things, the facilities, and I met a lot of the coaches."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Colin Kelly, OT
Kelso, WA
Kelso High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Beavers gobble up Colin Kelly
Line prospect Colin Kelly, a first team all-league pick as a senior, has committed to Oregon State, the Corvallis Gazette-Times reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Cory Mackay, ATH
Sammamish, WA
Eastlake High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cory Mackay drops the Huskies for the Cougars
Mackay has decommitted from Washington in favor of Washington State, the Seattle Times reports.
He explained the move, "A big reason for the switch was my desire to play receiver and that's where Washington State recruited me."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Alfred Davis, DT
College Park, GA
Benjamin E. Banneker High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Alfred Davis onboard with the Hogs
Defensive lineman Alfred Davis committed to Arkansas after a weekend visit, the Arkansas Democrat Gazette reports.
He said, "I've got family out here, and I feel comfortable around the players, and the weekend was just great. The facilities were nice and they have a good business program."
Davis said he registered 55 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks during his senior season.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Montori Hughes, DE
Murfreesboro, TN
Siegel High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Vols get pledge from Montori Hughes
Defensive line prospect Montori Hughes has committed to Tennessee but will likely attend either prep school or junior college for academic reasons before suiting up for the Volunteers, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
He said of the commitment, "I always wanted to play for Tennessee. I want to play end, but it doesn't really matter. It's just going to feel good putting on the Orange."
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Clem Johnson, CB
Carlisle, PA
Valley Forge Military College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>NFL Draft declaration opens scholarship for Clem Johnson
Clem Johnson, who's currently attending Valley Forge (Pa.) Military College, has decommitted from Temple for N.C. State, wral.com reports.
The junior college quarterback was offered a scholarship by the Wolfpack after safety DaJuan Morgan declared for the NFL Draft.
Johnson said of his game, "My athleticism is ridiculous. I have good size, I'm a man-to-man type defensive back, but I find the zone easy to play. Plus, I've played on the offensive side of the ball, so I know how the quarterbacks think. It'll be a lot easier for me to read them because I've played the position before.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Thomas Locust, DT
Riviera Beach, FL
Cerritos College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>JUCO defensive tackle Thomas Locust to the Wolfpack
Thomas Locust is set to play for N.C .State after finishing up at Cerritos College (Norwalk, Calif.), wral.com reports.
Colorado State and Nevada were also recruiting the big interior lineman who originally attended Florida A&M, but did not play football. He recorded 24 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and one sack this past fall.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Randy Salmon, DT
Stockbridge, GA
Stockbridge High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank119--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cardinals snare interior lineman Randy Salmon
Defensive tackle Randy Salmon visited Louisville over the weekend and then committed to the program, the Courier-Journal reports.
He said of defensive line coach Ken Delgado, "I feel real comfortable with him. He was teaching me and showing me stuff. He just really helped me feel at home."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Steven Osborne, WR
Garland, TX
South Garland High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank108--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 108
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Steven and Courtney Osborne heading to Nebraska together
Twin brothers, wide receiver Steven and athlete Courtney Osborne, have both pledged the Huskers over Kansas and UNLV, the Dallas Morning News reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Chris Martin, DT
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Choctawhatchee High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank51--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 51
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Martin to stay in Fla. and play for UCF
Choctawhachee High School standout defensive tackle Chris Martin will be a Knight in 2008, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jarien Moreland, OG
Belle Glade, FL
Glades Central High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Moreland commits to the Knights
Former Auburn commitment Jarien Moreland has decided to stay in-state and attend the University of Central Florida, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
T.J. Scranton, WR
Hitchcock, TX
Kilgore College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Bears gather more JUCO help with T.J. Scranton
Wide receiver T.J. Scranton, who's currently attending Kilgore (Texas) College), has committed to play for Baylor, the Dallas Morning News reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jimmy Jean, DT
Oakland Park, FL
Northeast High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Defensive tackle Jean lands with the Owls
Northeast high school standout lineman Jimmy Jean has verbally committed to stay in-state and play for Florida Atlantic University, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Ricky Cavanaugh, OLB
Austin, TX
LBJ High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Aggies' class keeps growing with Ricky Cavanaugh
Outside linebacker Ricky Cavanaugh has elected to play college ball in-state for Texas A&M, writes the Dallas Morning News.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Rodney Chadwick, OLB
Carthage, TX
Carthage High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Rodney Chadwick switches pledge to the Bears
Outside linebacker / safety Rodney Chadwick has decommitted from Louisiana-Monroe for Baylor, the News-Journal reports.
Chadwick was named the District 20-3A Defensive Most Valuable in 2007 after recording 91 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, five forced fumbles, and one interception.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Bernard Smith, OLB
Atlanta, GA
Benjamin E. Mays High School
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank67--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 67
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Mountaineers scoop up former Rebel pledge Bernard Smith
Outside linebacker / defensive end Bernard Smith is now set to play for new head coach Bill Stewart and West Virginia, the Charleston Daily Mail reports. He initially committed to Mississippi.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Jackson Anderson, TE
Frisco, TX
Frisco High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Jackson Anderson says yes to Duke
Tight end Jackson Anderson, who has also toured North Carolina, pledged the Blue Devils, wral.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Attrail Snipes, WR
Seattle, WA
Bakersfield College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Attrail Snipes trades in the Warriors for the Wildcats
JUCO wide receiver Attrail Snipes has dropped Hawaii in favor of Kansas State, uhfootball.blogspot.com reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Amos Wood, WR
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood Hills High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Wood will take services to Florida Atlantic
Amos Wood from Hollywood Hills high school has agreed to attend Florida Atlantic University in the fall of 2008. He joins a large class of in-state recuits for the Owls, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Randy Richards, OT
Royal Palm Beach, FL
Royal Palm Beach High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Richards commits to FAU
Florida Atlantic landed another in-state high school prospect in offensive tackle Randy Richards from Royal Palm Beach high school, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Kenneth White, DT
Miami, FL
Miami Norland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Golden Panthers are the right fit for White
Florida International picked up in-state defensive lineman Kenneth White. White was a standout player at Miami Norland high school, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
Keon Broxton, WR
Lakeland, FL
Lakeland High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>FAU gets in-state receiver Broxton
Keon Broxton of Lakeland high school has decided to stay in his home state of Florida and play for the FAU Owls, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 28
James Caraway, WR
Topeka, KS
Highland Park High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cowboys get verbal commitment from Caraway
James Caraway, a 5'11'', 175 pounder from Kansas committed to Wyoming. He is projected to play either wide receiver or running back for the Cowboys. At Highlands Park High, Caraway rushed for 838 yards and gained more than 200 receiving, reports the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Marlon Walls, OLB
Olive Branch, MS
Olive Branch High School
Scouts Grade: 77
<! -- posrank45--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 45
<!-- Substring11 77--></TD><TD>Marlon Walls drops Ole Miss for his dream school Tennessee
Outside linebacker Marlon Walls, who grew up in Memphis, Tenn., decommitted from Mississippi for Tennessee after taking an official visit to campus, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports.
Walls said of the trip, "I had chills from the moment I was there to the moment I left. I didn't want to leave. It turned out to be more than I thought it would."
"That's always been a dream, the place I've always wanted to go," added Walls, who only began looking around because of the coaching change in Oxford, Miss.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Eddie Brown, DT
Waller, TX
Waller High School
Scouts Grade: 76
<! -- posrank49--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 49
<!-- Substring11 76--></TD><TD>Eddie Brown gets offer from A&M, says goodbye to Nebraska
Defensive tackle Eddie Brown switched his committed from the Huskers to the Aggies less than one week after making his decision, after receiving a scholarship offer from Texas A&M, the Lincoln Journal Star reports.
This comes as no surprise considering Brown mentioned that Texas A&M was his favorite school despite the Nebraska pledge.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Lavar Edwards, DE
New Orleans, LA
Desire Street Academy
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Multi-skilled big man Lavar Edwards to the Tigers
Defensive line prospect Lavar Edwards has committed to play for LSU, the Times-Picayune reports.
Edwards said of the BCS National Champion Tigers, "It's close to home so all my family will be able to come and see my play. And I kind of crew up a LSU fan."
He was recruited at different positions but said, "In high school, I played tight end and defensive end but a lot of coaches and some who were my coaches tell me that I might be a better defensive end than tight end in the long run. So I decided it would be better for me to get to the next level and play defensive end."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Anthony Laurenzi, DE
Placentia, CA
El Dorado High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Cougars grab productive Cali lineman Anthony Laurenzi
Defensive lineman Anthony Laurenzi committed to Washington State on Saturday over programs such as Hawaii, Nevada, and San Diego State, the Orange Country Register reports.
Laurenzi was named the Century League and Southwest Division defensive player of the year after tallying 23 sacks during his senior campaign.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Joseph Dawson, OT
Hollywood, FL
Dean College
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Dawson to Florida Atlantic
Dean College offensive tackle Joseph Dawson will attend FAU in 2008, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Demetrius Williamson, CB
Port Orange, FL
Spruce Creek High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank103--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Williamson chooses FAU over UCF and UConn
Demetrius Williamson has orally committed to play for the Owls of Florida Atlantic University. He picked FAU despite having interest from Central Florida and Connecticut, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Mark Avery, DT
Stockton, CA
A. A. Stagg High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Wolf Pack land Calif. defensive lineman Avery
Nevada gray-shirt Mark Avery will enroll in the spring and begin working out with the team in late February. Coach Chris Ault told the Nevada Appeal, "We are very pleased that they will be here for our conditioning period and for spring football."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Travis Cox, CB
Plantation, FL
South Plantation High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Owls grab CB Cox
Florida Atlantic received a verbal commitment from South Plantation high school cornerback Travis Cox, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Brandon Wimberly, WR
Gardena, CA
Gardena High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Gray-shirt receiver Wimberly to Nevada
Calif. WR Brandon Wimberly will join several other gray-shirt freshman and begin practicing with the Wolf Pack in late February, reports the Nevada Appeal.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Alex Pattee, OLB
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood Hills High School
Scouts Grade: 66
<! -- posrank146--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 146
<!-- Substring11 66--></TD><TD>Florida Atlantic gets a "yes" from Pattee
Hollywood Hill high school defensive lineman/outside linebacker Alex Pattee gave his verbal commitment to FAU, the Orlando Sentinel reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Milhomme Jean-Charles, DE
Palm Bay, FL
Bayside High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Jean-Charles stays in Fla. with the Golder Panthers
Milhomme Jean-Charles has verbally committed to Florida International University, reports the Orlando Sentinel.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 27
Ugochukwu Uzodinma, DE
Washington, DC
Dunbar High School
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Ugochukwu Uzodinma says goodbye to Virginia, hello to Illinois
Defensive end Ugochukwu Uzodinma was recruited to Virginia by former defensive coordinator Mike London, and after he left to coach Richmond Uzodinma no longer felt a connection to the school. As a result, he has decommitted to Virginia and has decided to play his college football at Illinois, the Daily Press reports.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
William Green, DE
Birmingham, AL
Spain Park High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 43
<! -- posrank5--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank43--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 5
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>Three in good shape for defensive end William Green
ESPN 150 talent William Green has cancelled a visit to Clemson. It now appears that Green will choose either Alabama, Auburn, or Florida, the Birmingham News reports.
However, Spain Park, Ala. interim coach David Shores said, "I think he's still keeping his options open and if a school wants maybe a one-day visit or something, he'd consider it."
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
T.J. Bryant, CB
Tallahassee, FL
Lincoln High School
Scouts Grade: 83
ESPN150 Rank: 24
<! -- posrank2--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank24--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 2
<!-- Substring11 83--></TD><TD>USC expecting some big names this weekend
According to ESPN affiliate WeAreSC.com, the Trojans are slated to host a talented group of uncommitted prospects this weekend including No. 2-rated cornerback T.J. Bryant (Tallahassee, Fla./Lincoln), No. 8-rated outside linebacker, Under Armour All-American Jerrell Harris (Gadsden, Ala.), and No. 17-rated safety Vaughn Telemaque (Long Beach, Calif./Poly).
Additionally, No. 2-rated athlete Joe Adams, currently a Trojans soft verbal pledge, is expected to make his way to campus. Also on the menu is No. 8-rated defensive end Toby Jackson (Griffin, Ga.), a Georgia commitment.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Freddie Smooth, DT
Baton Rouge, LA
Desire Street Academy
Scouts Grade: 40
<! -- posrank0--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Big body Freddie Smooth picks Auburn
Lineman Freddie Smooth has committed to the Tigers over scholarship offers from programs such as Oklahoma and North Carolina, the Birmingham News reports.
The 6-foot-5, 310-pounded made 70 tackles and 4.5 sacks this fall earning Class 4A All-State accolades.
</TD></TR><TR class=oddrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Jonathan Cooper, OG
Wilmington, NC
John T. Hoggard High School
Scouts Grade: 45
<! -- posrank159--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009--></TD><TD>Tar Heels pickup more steam, Jonathan Cooper's onboard
Offensive lineman Jonathan Cooper has committed to North Carolina over South Carolina and Wake Forest, tarheeltimes.com reports.
He said of the decision, "I'm relieved, it's been a long process but a good one. In the end I just knew this was the best fit for me. I really enjoyed my visit and the coaching staff at Carolina." He is UNC's fourth pledge in the last week.
</TD></TR><TR class=evenrow vAlign=top><TD noWrap width="3%">Jan. 26
Jacquies Smith, DE
Dallas, TX
South Oak Cliff High
Scouts Grade: 75
<! -- posrank73--><! -- recruitseaons2008--><! -- recruitrank0--><! -- showRankBefore2009-->Position Rank: 73
<!-- Substring11 75--></TD><TD>Jacquies Smith now set to play for Missouri
Defensive end Jacquies Smith, who was committed to Baylor at one time, is now pledged to the Tigers, the Dallas Morning News reports. </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><!-- / message -->
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