He has drawn comparison to Hanover graduate Sam Rogers. 15. One more note on the Bengals: Purdue receiver Charlie Jones can make an impact as a rookie despite the talented receiving corps already in the Cincinnati locker room, and Illinois running back Chase Brown comes at terrific value in the fifth round. And if Detroit wants to move on from Goff after 2023, his dead cap is only $5 million at that point. 1 overall prospect in this class and has the skill set to turn around a dreadful Carolina pass game. Strange is also a powerful in-line blocker. And New England followed it up by taking Georgia Tech pass-rusher Keion White on Day 2 to exploit the edges twice a year against New York. Guys like that have great careers because they're going to outwork the next man. The Fighting Scots (6-4) will now prepare for their Rose High School. Here is this year's list, along with the college they will play at. I see spectacular touch, a smooth delivery and really good trajectory on deep shots. Reed is fun to watch, and he was the most dynamic receiver down in Mobile, Alabama, in January during Senior Bowl week. I think he was an under-recruited guy, another said. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Independent Contractor (Newspaper Carrier), Pauly D from 'Jersey Shore' to DJ in Richmond, VEC lays off 157 workers, raising new questions about long-term funding, Richmond finalizes deal to replace The Diamond, Lohmann: New life for a Richmond fat cat whose story has circled the world, Meet the 2023 All-Metro girls basketball team, led by Manchester's Mia Woolfolk, 4 VCU students arrested protesting second anti-abortion event, John Hinckley Jr. will not be playing a concert at Bandito's Burrito Lounge, Stanley's hoagie bar opens in former Robin Inn spot in the Fan, The first Wawa in North Carolina will open on the Outer Banks, Lucas accuses N.Va. The RENPHO Foot Massager Machine may be just the gift to make Mothers Day extra special for your mom this year. Hes the total package. Hes good enough to play defense, too, though he probably wont. Hes a high academic student and persevered despite his fathers death two years ago. Located in Richmond County N.C. Hes got everything, said another. It's Schmitz, who will be a 10-year starter for New York. Jennings dealt with some injuries later in his high school career, and was asked to do a lot for a Cavaliers program that went 2-8 in 2021 and hasn't recently possessed the depth of talent as many of the programs on this list. And he'll get that with 347-pound Vita Vea lined up alongside him in Tampa Bay. Veterans such as Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox will help him adjust to the NFL, and it's convenient that a chunk of the Georgia defense is in Philly with him. At 6-foot-5 and 307 pounds (with 35-plus-inch arms), he has an impressive frame and plays with enough power to overwhelm defenders. Tillman could quickly become a starter in this offense, especially since he's similar to the type of receiver Deshaun Watson found success with at Clemson -- big and physical with good hands. Positioned at No. 28 overall in the first round of the draft Thursday. Jan. 12, 2022 Updated: Jan. 15, 2022 1:30 p.m. Pernell announced in May that he had reopened his recruitment and decommitted from Virginia Tech after verbally committing to the Hokies nearly 11 months ago and signing his NLI in December. I'll round out my annual best picks column with one more name for Los Angeles -- a specialist: TCU receiver Derius Davis is the most dangerous return man in this class and could be taking kicks back as a rookie. And as good as he is in pass protection, the thing that jumps out on tape is his run-blocking range. He needs to cut down on the turnovers (23 interceptions over the past two years) and work on his touch, but the value here -- he's my No. 9 and taken Jalen Carter. Highland Springs, defensive back, Boston College, 6-0, 180. Varina, linebacker, James Madison, 6-1, 195. All rights reserved. School Culture. 32). Hes just an all-around great kid, Varina coach Marcus Lewis said. He has a smooth delivery and can change arm angles when necessary. WebHermitage (Richmond, VA) NFL Player Stats. Highland Springs edge rusher / linebacker, 6-4, 250. Nice work by the Giants in getting difference-makers at a few key weak spots. They like me on offense, they like me on defense, and I'm just ready to go roll," Fisher said at his college announcement. I could see him moving around quite a bit in Las Vegas, stacking as a base Y tight end or flexing out to beat defensive backs with his precise routes and size advantage. Against the run, Brown is aggressive, always seems to be around the ball and finishes as a tackler. I couldn't promise you anything beyond maybe being a great special teams player.". Reid's top 379 | Miller's top 368 And it's worth pointing out that Fuller is under contract for only one more year. "I'm somebody that's never going to give up. He also forced four fumbles and had two pass breakups. Has an edge to him. Now, there's of course the off-field aspect of it all, part of the reason he was No. "The sky's the limit with him. He was a first-team all-VISAA and All-Metro selection. Before his injury last season, Hooker led the nation in Total QBR (89.5) and yards per attempt (9.5), while putting together a wild 27-to-2 touchdown-to-interception ratio. They also agreed that his size and level of competition are not cause for pause -- a track and field state champion in the 100-meter dash (in 10.67 seconds, a Class 2 record), his tools should translate just fine to ACC competition. Tippmann doesn't even know what it's like to allow a sack -- he gave up zero over three years and 23 starts at Wisconsin. But with coach Mike McDaniel pulling the strings, Achane is going to be a versatile matchup nightmare for opponents and could pick up chunk plays early and often in 2023. It was a wild three days in Kansas City, Missouri, at the 2023 NFL draft. Brenton Strange, TE, Penn State (Round 2, No. Gonzalez is so good in press coverage, with long arms and speed for days (he ran a 4.38 in the 40-yard dash at the combine, but he might play even faster). The Commanders' pass defense was solid last season, recording the league's second-best completion percentage against (59.9%) and allowing the 10th-best yards per dropback (5.9). Players dont often turn down Power Five schools, but going to the East Carolina allowed Coleman to join his brother, Jonathan Coleman, a freshman safety. Benedictine, quarterback, Virginia, 6-1, 200. Ford, a 6-2, 190-pound cornerback, had nine interceptions in 2021, the most of any NCAA player at any level, plus 36 tackles in 13 games. Jordan Stout was selected 50 picks before the punt god Matt Ariaza, who broke the NCAA record for average yards per punt last year and has become one of the most hyped punter prospects in history. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Independent Contractor (Newspaper Carrier), Pauly D from 'Jersey Shore' to DJ in Richmond, VEC lays off 157 workers, raising new questions about long-term funding, Richmond finalizes deal to replace The Diamond, Lohmann: New life for a Richmond fat cat whose story has circled the world, Meet the 2023 All-Metro girls basketball team, led by Manchester's Mia Woolfolk, 4 VCU students arrested protesting second anti-abortion event, John Hinckley Jr. will not be playing a concert at Bandito's Burrito Lounge, Stanley's hoagie bar opens in former Robin Inn spot in the Fan, The first Wawa in North Carolina will open on the Outer Banks, Lucas accuses N.Va. Tyler Allgeier went from fifth-round pick to 1,000-yard rusher as a rookie. One recruiter said Henderson is as good as anyone who has played in the Richmond area, including Macho Harris and Brandon Minor. A total of 234 high schools contributed to the 255 players selected in the seven rounds of the NFL Draft on April 23-25. Notable alumni. Pernell is long and athletic, and has room to add more bulk on once he gets in a college weight room, one recruiter said. We're all fired up and excited to see what he can bring to our football team. 2 center and a top-50 prospect, and his tape is a treat to watch. There's a lot to like with his game. 19 on my board, didn't go in the first round. I feel like he can, but I couldn't tell you what position that is. Recruiters were also wowed by Greene's athleticism on the basketball court -- perhaps Hubert Davis' Tar Heels have a reserve guard spot open? But while Nathaniel Dell is an explosive target, I would have liked to see a little more attention to the offensive skill positions in the Texans' draft. 57). Coaches and recruiters say a wrestling background is a plus for linemen, and that Burgos is still raw and on an upward trajectory. Hopewells TreVeyon Henderson was the All-Metro player of the year in 2019 as a junior. It's a solid fit no matter how you look at it. There's no arguing that Young is the Panthers' best selection, but I have a lot of appreciation for their first Day 2 pick, too. But his speed and aggressiveness led 27 schools, including Alabama, Clemson and Georgia, to offer him. Good range and can tackle. Another coach called him a product of great coaching and development at Highland Springs. He's my highest-graded running back since Saquon Barkley in 2018 and finished No. NC State is keeping North Carolinas top shooting guard recruit in-state. But he can also flex into the slot when necessary. Brown was No. Another talent evaluator saw Carter at a camp a few years back, and Carter wowed the staff. Of the 32 excellent selections I'm about to run through, 20 were great additions found in Rounds 2-7. Mines lists himself as a wide receiver at JMU on Twitter, and recruiters think he could play either or both sides of the ball. Here are my top 10 defensive tackles: 1. He won't be the biggest corner in the league at 5-foot-11 and 178 pounds, and he picked off only one pass last season, but he has the traits to be a solid starter in Cincinnati. Kansas City needs depth badly here, especially since Niang played nine snaps last season. Ive seen so much of a chance in terms of the way I prepare myself, he told SWX. They were in the bottom half of the NFL in yards per rush (4.3) and rushing TDs (12) last season. Consensus rankings, position top fives 64). He needed to land in the right situation, and he couldn't have asked for a better one. Getting him in the third round is solid value. Just a really good football player, one coach said. They won I think hes going to surprise people with his impact, probably on the defensive side of the ball. What is unmistakable about Jones is his speed, chiseled frame and the leadership he displayed, even when he had little varsity experience. Getting Jordan Love help was critical. When he signed, he was about 370. The Steelers replaced Cameron Sutton with soon-to-be 33-year-old Patrick Peterson, and they allowed 7.5 yards per attempt last season, 29th in the NFL. 8). I think hes going to be a big-time player for them. Criswell also predicted Jones to exceed expectations. He jukes and spins and then pushes a button to explode with more speed, another coach said. During that season, Cincinnati ranked No. After all, there's no competition when you can take anyone in the class. He features NFL-ready speed (4.30 40-yard dash in Indy) and ball skills. You have permission to edit this article. And he will still produce big gains by hauling in intermediate-level passes and using his strength to pick up yards after the catch. Now he goes to Seattle where he can operate again out of the slot and stand out in a similar way, with Metcalf and Lockett taking some pressure off him. Ole Miss receiver Jonathan Mingo is instant support for Young. But he also has terrific hands, body control and after-the-catch ability. The position is devalued in 2023, and we saw evidence as to why just this past season with the same team. Drue Tranquill signed in Kansas City, leaving Kenneth Murray Jr. and 31-year-old Eric Kendricks up the middle. Murphy, listed at 6-foot-5 and 268 pounds, was one of only two Power Five players in the country to record at least 35 tackles for loss and six forced fumbles from Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State (Round 1, No. Denver is looking for answers. WebThe Patriots Men's Varsity Basketball team won the NCHSAA State Championship (4A) in 1997 versus Richmond Senior High School. Miller can ski through traffic, weaving in and out of cuts without losing speed, and he has the field vision to find holes. The pair of tight end picks will help, and Green Bay actually also used two Day 3 selections on receivers, but I just really like what Reed brings. And with his recognition skills, he can make plays on the ball. Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame (Round 2, No. And this Giants line wasn't all that spectacular to begin with, save for tackle Andrew Thomas. He was the Wildcats quarterback, and while theres a chance he plays quarterback in college, his more likely destination is linebacker. And while he had only 636 receiving yards and five TDs in 2022, Reed has above-average ball skills and went for over 1,000 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2021. Kiper's grades | McShay's best picks Buffalo moved up from No. Interview with Barty Smith | More from Gary The Chargers allowed 5.4 yards per carry last season, worst in the NFL. The Texans shocked the football world by nabbing Stroud and Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. in some aggressive drafting early on Thursday night. He piled up 1,580 rushing yards and 18 TDs on the ground last season and was one of the nation's most effective backs in the pass game. 63 (which Denver had to trade up to get on Friday night). To be clear, "best pick" does not necessarily mean "best player." Cox is 32 years old and back for just one year, and given how much emphasis general manager Howie Roseman puts in building from the trenches, this selection sets the Eagles up with a solid duo up the middle going forward. Jones is believed to be the first Thomas Jefferson football player to attend a Power Five school in nearly 50 years. But all agreed Greene has the potential and tools for big-time production in Chapel Hill and perhaps beyond. A simply gargantuan human being, Green had 42 pancake blocks in 10 games for the Eagles, regularly tossing aside would-be tacklers in space and mauling opposing lineman at the point of attack to create rushing lanes. Penn Sate coach James Franklin came to watch Claiborne during King William's state title run, but the Nittany Lions entered Claiborne's recruitment too late to draw him from the first school he visited, Wake Forest. There was a problem saving your notification. The players most likely to be on the 2022 A-List, selected by The Times-Dispatch. "Knowing what we look for in that position, he was a guy who was very versatile, played multiple sports. And now he's down below 340. You'll see him lined up in the slot, using his speed and reliable hands to smoothly transition upfield after the catch. Hes generally seen as a linebacker in college, though other schools recruited him to play offense. Prince George, offensive line, James Madison, 6-4, 315. And I'm not sure Chicago needed to pick two defensive tackles -- Florida's Gervon Dexter and Pickens -- on Day 2, especially when it scooped up run-stuffer Andrew Billings in free agency. The Chiefs' offensive line paced the league in pass block win rate last season (74.6%), but this isn't the same unit in 2023. This pick gives Lions GM Brad Holmes options. But I'm going with Stroud because a) he's going to be their franchise quarterback, b) they had to trade a sizable haul to Arizona to move up for Anderson, and c) Stroud always should have been the pick at No. He pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and racing in connection with a fatal January crash and was out of shape at his pro day. Despite re-signing Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson Jr., the Dolphins needed to find a running back in the draft this year to round out a potent offense. This story was originally published April 25, 2023, 5:30 AM. I will say that the Bears could have addressed the 3-technique spot in Round 1 if they had stayed at No. San Francisco has a very capable safety duo in Talanoa Hufanga and Tashaun Gipson Sr., but the latter re-signed for just one year and is turning 33 years old. During his redshirt senior season, he led the Thundering Herd in interceptions and was selected to the All-Conference USA second team. Some recruiters tend to have reservations about perimeter players at private schools because their stats can be inflated by big games against inferior competition. First, Arizona moved from No. He missed much of the 2021 season due to a knee injury. Improving the protection for newly acquired Aaron Rodgers was key for the Jets over these three days in Kansas City. Detroit (MI) produced the third "He doesn't move like he's 6-8, 340 pounds, size 18 shoe. NBA. 1 Providence in meeting of areas top baseball teams, Charlotte Christians Bryce Young commits to Notre Dame, just like NFL Hall of Fame dad, Parkwood Highs Nick Saldiveri makes history, heads to New Orleans in NFL Draft, Former Hickory Ridge star Garrett Williams heads to Arizona in NFL Draft, TE Davis Allen becomes latest Clemson football pick in NFL Drafts 5th round, Duke mens basketball gets commitment from top high school player in North Carolina. Factor in Mark Andrews, Rashod Bateman and J.K. Dobbins, and you have a legit Super Bowl-caliber unit. He considered reclassifying but ultimately stayed in the Class of 2021. And yes, the talented defensive back goes to the team that drafted his father in 1999. Creating interceptions. Outside of Levis, I really like Tulane running back Tyjae Spears, and I think he could find success in this offense. With Jared Goff in place, there's no reason to rush Hooker along. Jennings committed to the Tar Heels in July of 2021, and had narrowed a long list to UNC, Virginia Tech, Virginia, Penn State and Kentucky. 84). 69 of 510 70 of 510 Kenny Daniel: John F. Kennedy High School (Richmond) - Unknown class circa 1979 Daniel (No. 3 was too rich, especially given what they could get to trade out. 17). There were 19 players each from Houston (TX) and Miami (FL) high schools on Kickoff Weekend rosters, tied for the most of any city. Also on the team is Matoaca grad Immanuel Hickman. After three years at Thomas Dale, Carter transferred to Life Christian last year. He is so quick to get off the line of scrimmage and get into blockers, and he has the power in his hands to get to the quarterback. We saw 259 players find new homes, a record 43 in-draft trades, three teams invest first-round picks in quarterbacks and an uncountable number of surprises. He de-committed, however, and ended up at Louisville in 2019, where he missed the season due to injury. ", Life Christian defensive lineman, 6-5, 300. "Can he contribute somewhere else? 4 in FBS for touchback percentage. 20). He was my No. 2). Jump to: WebOfficial page for Richmond Senior High School students and parents. I know running back Saquon Barkley is happy about this pick -- Schmitz takes great angles as a zone blocker at the second level. Hell end up being a really good player at JMU, one scout said. Download the free 8News and StormTracker 8 mobile apps! Myers Park won 78-37 in Rockingham, but the Raiders were without five-star recruit Paul McNeil, a 6-6 junior who has committed to N.C. State. High School Sports From NFL draft picks to long shots, here are players to watch from North Carolina High School/Hometown: Pos. 1). Intangibles also stood out to recruiters for the demonstrative leader and strong student who also had offers and interest from Norfolk State, VMI, Yale, Army and Air Force. The Demon Deacons program felt like home from the outset, said Claiborne, who also had offers from Virginia, Virginia Tech, Michigan and West Virginia, among others. In February, the Houston Gamblers of the USFL drafted him with the 10th pick in the second round. A great performance at the combine boosted his stock, too. Ramsey was All-State for Class 3 in the 4x200 relay (second place, 1:32.19) and 300-meter dash (seventh place, 36.17). 2, in my opinion. Here are 32 of my favorite selections this year, grouped by division. He has committed to Wake Forest. But he's also 6-foot-1 with 32-inch arms and runs a 4.35-second 40-yard dash, so it's no surprise that Forbes picked off 14 passes over three college seasons, including six that were returned for TDs. Highlights. High School: George Washington (Danville). WebAs a senior, Russell Wilson produced 4,146 yards of offense and 50 touchdowns, leading Collegiate to a fourth consecutive state title. He skipped his senior season as a result of the pandemic. How do I keep bugs off my patio this spring? We're really excited about him," Bly said, adding that "Big Tre" wears a size 18 shoe. Kite had 21 offers according to 247, including JMU, Liberty, William & Mary and Richmond. If I was a running back or quarterback, if I had a joker that looks like that protecting me, I would sleep good every night. When targeted last season, he gave up a QB rating of 57.9. Before Justin Fuente arrived at Virginia Tech, recruits were leaving the state. Henley should provide immediate depth and has the chance to develop into a solid off-ball linebacker in short order. His instincts in the open field lead him to big-play opportunities, though he lacks the second gear to routinely impact the vertical pass game. Excellent value? ", Life Christian offensive lineman, 6-8, 338. 1 player in Virginia. At 5-foot-11 and 173 pounds, Addison is a small slot receiver who knows how to get separation, hits top speed in a flash and then displays the instincts necessary to create after the catch. At 6-foot-2 and 198 pounds, Rush ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash and earned an 80.3 coverage grade in 2022. Pro Championship Experience. I had heard the Cardinals liked Johnson, but taking him at No. In 2022, he had 24 tackles and two interceptions in 13 more games. Think about where this offense was a few weeks ago, and think about where it is now. There might not be a team with more needs in the NFL, as this roster undergoes a bit of a transition. "They told me that I could come up there and compete. He just wasn't targeted much in the Nittany Lions' offense and can outplay his college resume in the pros. He played the 2017 and 2018 seasons at Golden West Community College in California. WebRichmond Drafted Players/Alumni Players: 46 pro players Drafted: 59 players Top AV: Paris Lenon (48) Colleges Index Richmond NFL/AFL Players All Drafted Players Players' Pro Stats An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. There will be at least one player from the Houston area in every NFL playoff game this weekend. Minnesota had to address the WR2 spot after Adam Thielen signed in Carolina in free agency, and it was lucky to get one at the tail end of a four-WR run in Round 1. ", Patrick Henry wide receiver / defensive back, 6-0, 185. After transferring from Colorado, Gonzalez picked off four passes last season and broke up another seven. Thomas Jefferson, wide receiver, Virginia Tech, 6-1, 185. Walker emerged as a junior, playing running back, safety and linebacker for Varina. The 2021 A-List: The area's top high school football recruits. He was a lot better than the amount of offers he had. That recruiter added that Jones had good hands, and hes faster than youd think. He caught 59 balls for 875 yards and eight touchdowns last season, but he was downright dominant the year prior, catching 100 passes for 1,593 yards and 17 TDs while at Pitt. Its been great for me, performance-wise. He will flip his hips to run with receivers, and he's never out of it if he gets caught out of phase -- his burst means he can recover quickly and still make a play on the ball. Lancers coach Tom Hall said the Terrapins were extremely high on Brown, and that he's been up in College Park since graduating. 90). Unluckily, none of those 11 were first-round selections. You can cancel at any time. But what I really love about this pick is what Miami can do with Achane in the pass game. He chose Tennessee in May of last year. It's tough to really nail a draft when you have five picks and nothing before No. And Carter is strong against the run, too. He could win the Heisman trophy, and I dont mind saying that, said Gary Criswell, a high school football analyst and former college coach. Watch Video; Box Score; Oct 7, 2022 @ 9:08pm. "But I think he's got a chance to be really special for them.". "He's continuing to work, he's amazed every last person here in this program with his work ethic, how nice he is, how athletic he is, how big he is. K.J. But as mentioned, the Jets missed out on the top four offensive tackles in Round 1 so went with edge rusher Will McDonald IV at No. Jones amassed 13 offers according to 247, including Virginia, Duke, Pittsburgh and Boston College. You name it, and the All-Metro offensive player of the year did it on both sises of the ball for the Blue Devils on their run to the Class 4 title. Even more telling, Miami was last in the league in NFL Next Gen Stats' rushing yards over expectation at minus-0.4 per carry. Hess saw the Knights play Dinwiddie in November and, though the Generals won 35-21 behind a dominant ground game, he said Madison "lived in Dinwiddie's backfield. But the need was heightened this time around. Check. It needed a reliable third option alongside DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, and there was no better available in this class. The son of University of Richmond basketball star Peter Woolfolk, Jay missed most of his junior football season with an injury and played a shortened senior season because of the pandemic. Taking a look at what became of past players ranked on the Richmond Times-Dispatch's A-List. ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN Welcome to The Athletic s pick-by-pick grades for Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft. Eli Apple left in free agency, and Chidobe Awuzie is coming back from a torn ACL, so this was definitely a need. For one, I love his route-running detail -- the way he sells and tempos the route and how well he accelerates out of his cuts. And hes considered one of the most talented players in the nation. He can do a little bit of everything. In the meantime, Hooker can learn behind Goff and adjust to the NFL game. Watch the James River in downtown Richmond. I think hes going to get better and better, one scout said. 87). 35). He joined the newspaper in 2009 and spent 11 years in the Sports section. A five-star recruit, Pickens was the No. He had 12 TD catches last season (tied fifth in the FBS) and forced 25 missed tackles on receptions (fourth). So adding depth to the running back room could be even more important if the Saints are without Kamara at some point. Recruiters lauded the discipline and work ethic of players from Springers coach Loren Johnson's program. With Kyler Murray coming off a torn ACL, that's huge. This is the seventh of 11 positional breakdowns leading up to the NFL Draft (April 27-29).
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