Atlanta NUC: Underclassmen standouts
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ATLANTA - One star shined above all others on at Schuman's National Underclassmen Combine in Atlanta on Saturday.
Hamilton (Ga.) Harris County defensive end Jordan Jenkins put up staggering testing numbers and a tremendous overall performance in the lineman one-on-one challenge.
Below are the breakdowns of Jenkins' performance and the others who stood out to Rivals.com National Recruiting Analyst Barry Every.
ASSETS: Possesses a quick change of direction, good body control and above-average hands.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Baldwin will need to add some upper body size and strength along with improving his overall speed.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Was the only consistent receiver throughout individual and one-on-ones in the afternoon session thus earning WR MVP honors.
CONCLUSION: Has a better than 50/50 chance of becoming a slot receiver at the next level. His size could be an issue for some college coaches, but the emergence of the spread offense does allow for receivers of all sizes.
ASSETS: Good overall body structure, excellent route runner and above-average hands.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Must improve on creating space between himself and the defender. Boyd struggled during the one-on-ones getting off press coverage.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: He has gotten taller, thicker and faster since last year's Atlanta event and still shows tremendous enthusiasm and high effort.
CONCLUSION: Boyd is at a high school that has produced several DI prospects over the years. He will have ample opportunity to show off his skills to college coaches over the next two years.
ASSETS: Tremendous overall body structure, good speed and size for a potential corner.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Improve his quickness coming out of his backpedal allowing him to make more plays on the ball.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Put up some of the best testing numbers on the day. Ran a 4.56 40, 4.48 shuttle and leaped 32 inches in the vertical testing.
CONCLUSION: Yes this is the school that produced future first round draft pick Eric Berry. Based on Holsey's size and overall athletic ability he should become a definite DI prospect.
ASSETS: Exceptional overall body structure, athleticism and strength.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Will need to work on his assortment of pass-rushing moves and rely less on the bull rush.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: The power, leverage and strength he displayed in one-on-ones were reminiscent of Owamagbe Ogdighizuwa's performance at the U.S. Army All-American Combine last year. Jenkins also put up extremely impressive testing numbers, running a 4.67 40 and jumping 33 inches in the vertical testing. His efforts earned him Combine King and the camp's Overall MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Easily the top DI prospect on the first day at the National Underclassmen Combine. I expect offers to start pouring in for this high-effort performer who also possesses excellent academics and character.
ASSETS: Has good size for his age to go along with adequate arm strength and above-average footwork.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Improve his depth on drops allowing for the visibility of more passing lanes.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Demonstrated a nice, quick release and accuracy during the one-on-one portion of the camp. His efforts earned him a share of the QB MVP award during the morning session.
CONCLUSION: Has already started at quarterback on the varsity level. McManes will have three more seasons to impress college coaches. An upset win over perennial national power and region rival Buford (Ga.) would really catch the attention of recruiters.
ASSETS: Has a really live arm, good footwork for his age and appeared to be very coachable.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Would like to see him improve his overall athletic ability which will allow him to buy time with his feet and make those unscripted yards.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Did a nice job with his decision making on throws during the showcase. Payne was trying to hit the open receiver and not throw deep every time like so many of the young quarterbacks. He earned a share of the QB MVP crown.
CONCLUSION: He reminds me of a young D.J. Shockley with his mechanics, footwork and arm strength. Size may end up being an issue, but Payne has three more seasons left of varsity football in order to improve and physically develop.
ASSETS: Has exceptional hands, quickness and body control.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Will need to increase his overall size and strength thus improving durability and his ability to break tackles.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Early on during the one-on-ones he found it hard to create space between himself and the linebacker. Purnell adjusted to a more physical mindset which allowed him to dominate defenders during the showcase portion of the camp. He ran way with the RB MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Every college team needs that back which is dangerous in space and possesses the ability to make you miss. His versatility as a pass catcher and possible return man will only increase the number of offers he will receive next year at this time.
ASSETS: Has the coveted height, quick hips and exceptional change of direction that college coaches are looking for in a cover corner.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Smith is fairly thin and will need to add at least 20 pounds of muscle mass in order to hold up versus the physical receivers.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: He had hips on a swivel and could come out of his backpedal quicker than any defensive back on the day. Smith was very deserving of the DB MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Probably the second-best prospect on the day based on his performance at this camp. Smith is a legit 5 feet 11 which is considered tall for a college cornerback. If he hits the college camp circuit this spring offers should definitely start coming in.
ATLANTA - One star shined above all others on at Schuman's National Underclassmen Combine in Atlanta on Saturday.
Hamilton (Ga.) Harris County defensive end Jordan Jenkins put up staggering testing numbers and a tremendous overall performance in the lineman one-on-one challenge.
Below are the breakdowns of Jenkins' performance and the others who stood out to Rivals.com National Recruiting Analyst Barry Every.
Atlanta National Underclassmen Combine Standouts: 2012/2013 class
SAMSON BALDWIN, 5-10/164, WR, GREENVILLE (S.C.) J. L. MANN (2012)
ASSETS: Possesses a quick change of direction, good body control and above-average hands.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Baldwin will need to add some upper body size and strength along with improving his overall speed.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Was the only consistent receiver throughout individual and one-on-ones in the afternoon session thus earning WR MVP honors.
CONCLUSION: Has a better than 50/50 chance of becoming a slot receiver at the next level. His size could be an issue for some college coaches, but the emergence of the spread offense does allow for receivers of all sizes.
CARNELL BOYD, 5-11/171, WR, ATLANTA (GA.) WESTLAKE (2012)
ASSETS: Good overall body structure, excellent route runner and above-average hands.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Must improve on creating space between himself and the defender. Boyd struggled during the one-on-ones getting off press coverage.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: He has gotten taller, thicker and faster since last year's Atlanta event and still shows tremendous enthusiasm and high effort.
CONCLUSION: Boyd is at a high school that has produced several DI prospects over the years. He will have ample opportunity to show off his skills to college coaches over the next two years.
JOSHUA HOLSEY, 5-10/171, CB, FAIRBURN (GA.) CREEKSIDE
ASSETS: Tremendous overall body structure, good speed and size for a potential corner.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Improve his quickness coming out of his backpedal allowing him to make more plays on the ball.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Put up some of the best testing numbers on the day. Ran a 4.56 40, 4.48 shuttle and leaped 32 inches in the vertical testing.
CONCLUSION: Yes this is the school that produced future first round draft pick Eric Berry. Based on Holsey's size and overall athletic ability he should become a definite DI prospect.
JORDAN JENKINS, 6-3/228, WDE, HAMILTON (GA.) HARRIS COUNTY (2012)
ASSETS: Exceptional overall body structure, athleticism and strength.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Will need to work on his assortment of pass-rushing moves and rely less on the bull rush.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: The power, leverage and strength he displayed in one-on-ones were reminiscent of Owamagbe Ogdighizuwa's performance at the U.S. Army All-American Combine last year. Jenkins also put up extremely impressive testing numbers, running a 4.67 40 and jumping 33 inches in the vertical testing. His efforts earned him Combine King and the camp's Overall MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Easily the top DI prospect on the first day at the National Underclassmen Combine. I expect offers to start pouring in for this high-effort performer who also possesses excellent academics and character.
SPENCER MCMANES, 6-2/188, PQB, ROSWELL (GA.) BLESSED TRINITY (2013)
ASSETS: Has good size for his age to go along with adequate arm strength and above-average footwork.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Improve his depth on drops allowing for the visibility of more passing lanes.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Demonstrated a nice, quick release and accuracy during the one-on-one portion of the camp. His efforts earned him a share of the QB MVP award during the morning session.
CONCLUSION: Has already started at quarterback on the varsity level. McManes will have three more seasons to impress college coaches. An upset win over perennial national power and region rival Buford (Ga.) would really catch the attention of recruiters.
MIKE PAYNE, 5-11/181, PQB, ALBANY (GA.) DOUGHTRY COUNTY (2013)
ASSETS: Has a really live arm, good footwork for his age and appeared to be very coachable.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Would like to see him improve his overall athletic ability which will allow him to buy time with his feet and make those unscripted yards.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Did a nice job with his decision making on throws during the showcase. Payne was trying to hit the open receiver and not throw deep every time like so many of the young quarterbacks. He earned a share of the QB MVP crown.
CONCLUSION: He reminds me of a young D.J. Shockley with his mechanics, footwork and arm strength. Size may end up being an issue, but Payne has three more seasons left of varsity football in order to improve and physically develop.
CHARLES PURNELL, 5-8/170, APB, ATLANTA (GA.) WESTLAKE (2012)
ASSETS: Has exceptional hands, quickness and body control.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Will need to increase his overall size and strength thus improving durability and his ability to break tackles.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: Early on during the one-on-ones he found it hard to create space between himself and the linebacker. Purnell adjusted to a more physical mindset which allowed him to dominate defenders during the showcase portion of the camp. He ran way with the RB MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Every college team needs that back which is dangerous in space and possesses the ability to make you miss. His versatility as a pass catcher and possible return man will only increase the number of offers he will receive next year at this time.
GENO SMITH, 5-11/160, CB, ATLANTA (GA.) ST. PIUS X
ASSETS: Has the coveted height, quick hips and exceptional change of direction that college coaches are looking for in a cover corner.AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Smith is fairly thin and will need to add at least 20 pounds of muscle mass in order to hold up versus the physical receivers.
WHAT WAS MOST IMPRESSIVE: He had hips on a swivel and could come out of his backpedal quicker than any defensive back on the day. Smith was very deserving of the DB MVP award.
CONCLUSION: Probably the second-best prospect on the day based on his performance at this camp. Smith is a legit 5 feet 11 which is considered tall for a college cornerback. If he hits the college camp circuit this spring offers should definitely start coming in.
OTHERS WHO IMPRESSED:
Trevus Edwards, CB, Fayetteville (Ga.) Fayette County (2012); Taurean Ferguson, WR, Jonesboro (Ga.) (2013); Joe Harris, OG, Lithonia (Ga.) (2012); Nyiakki Height, WR, Marietta (Ga.) Osborne (2012); Jordan Howard, RB, Birmingham (Ala.) Shades Valley (2012); Jamonde Hunter, RB, Stone Mountain (Ga.) Stephenson (2012); Brandon McCoy, ILB, Villa Rica (Ga.) (2012); Otis Washington, APB, Locust Grove (Ga.) Luella (2014); Pernell Whitehead, APB, Stone Mountain (Ga.) Stephenson (2012); Tye Youngblood, OG, Chattanooga (Tenn.) McCallie (2012)
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