Blue-Grey All-American Bowl: Watch List (Offense)
Given the fact we’ve traveled all over the country this year to scout prospects in the Class of 2016 with our NFL veteran coaching staff, at NFL facilities from coast to coast mind you, we figured it was time to unveil the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl Watch List.
Most of the names you’ll find either attended the brand’s Regional Combine or Super Combine. Other individuals received an invite to one of the workouts, but unfortunately for whatever the reason, we’re unable to attend due to an injury or another prior commitment.
As most know, there are a three Blue-Grey All-American Bowls: East vs. West on Dec. 20 at Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, North vs. South on Jan. 9 at Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Raymond James Stadium and Jan. 16 at Jacksonville Jaguars’ EverBank Field. Each big game will be broadcast on Fox Sports and the Impact Football Network.
In the meantime, prospects will soon be added to the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl Watch List and those individuals are among the nation’s many recruits being considered for a possible invite. Official announcements on some, but not all, of the participants will be made over the next couple of months. Stay tuned for details.
Editor’s note: Considering our scouting team has done so much nationwide research, and the list of talented upperclassmen recruits from coast to coast continues to grow and grow, moving forward we’ll feature a pair of stories focusing on the many athletes who recently made the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl Watch List. For a look at who’s who on the defensive side of the ball, go ahead and follow this link.
QUARTERBACKS
Matt Fink, Glendora (CA): A USC commit with plenty of upside, the 6-foot-3 and 185-pounder has essentially locked up a roster spot.
Terry Wilson, Del City (OK): An Oregon commit, the 6-3 and 185-pounder is more than ready for the bright lights and big stage.
Nick Starkel, Liberty Christian (TX): An Oklahoma State commit, the 6-3 and 185-pounder spins it with the country’s best around.
Anthony Brown, St. John Vianney Regional (NJ): A Boston College commit, the 6-2 and 195-pounder soon figures to be in Florida.
Chazz Surratt, East Lincoln (NC): A North Carolina commit, the 6-foot-2 and 195-pounder is one of the nation’s top players at his spot.
Eli Peters, Sandalwood (FL): An Illinois commit, a starter’s spot in his hometown at EverBank Field awaits the 6-3 and 210-pounder
Augie DeBiase, Raines (FL): The 6-2 and 220-pounder is on the radar of many teams, most notably programs from the nearby ACC.
Kevin Davidson, McClymonds (CA): A UC Davis commit, the 6-3 and 215-pounder recently landed the first of many scholarship offers.
Ephraim Tuliloa, Punahou (HI): With interest from the Pac-12 Conference, the 6-1 and 210-pounder is well on his way to the next level.
Tyler Huntley, Hallandale (FL): A Utah commit, the 6-2 and 185-pounder is composed in the pocket and also good on the move.
Keaton Torre, Bingham (UT): At one point a Louisville commit, the 6-3 and 190-pounder recently opened up the recruiting process.
Paten Snell, Scurry-Rosser (TX): A Northwestern State commit, plenty of schools are now interested in the 6-3 and 180-pounder.
Harley Hazlett, Abilene (KS): The 6-4 and 185-pounder has proven his worth on the combine circuit. The future is bright, as a result.
RUNNING BACKS
B.J. Emmons, Freedom (NC): A Georgia commit, looks like the 6-foot and 205-pounder could line up on East in the Lone Star State.
Tony Jones, IMG Academy (FL): A Notre Dame commit, the 5-11 and 200-pounder appears ready for a particularly heavy workload.
Artavis Pierce, Auburndale (FL): An Oregon State commit, the 5-11 and 190-pounder can do everything. Most of it extremely well.
Quinton Baker, Paul G. Blazer (KY): A Marshall commit, the 5-10 and 175-pounder is on the verge of being a finished product.
J.J. Taylor, Corona Centennial (CA): An Arizona commit, the 5-6 and 160-pounder is a big play waiting to happen, that’s without fail.
Elijah Deveaux, Charlotte Christian (NC): A Duke commit, the 6-1 and 210-pounder can runn over people, then away from them.
Lamical Perine, Theodore (AL): A Florida commit, the 5-11 and 210-pounder is capable of running you over or right around you.
Kentrail Moran, O’Fallon (IL): An Illinois commit, the 5-10 and 190-pounder recently emerged on the national radar. Rightfully so.
C.J. Freeman, Northern Guilford (NC): A South Carolina commit, the 5-11 and 195-pounder is a difference-maker out on the field.
Vavae Malepeai, Mililani (HI): An Oregon commit, the 6-foot and 195-pounder recently made the all-important decision about college.
Jeremy Larkin, La Salle (OH): A Cincinnati commit, the 5-9 and 175-pounder is about as well-rounded a back as anyone in the country.
Jamauri Wakefield, Providence (FL): A Wake Forest commit, the 5-10 and 205-pounder is a tough customer, no matter the opponent.
Tyler King, Fort Meade (FL): A Marshall commit, the 5-10 and 175-pounder appears determined to make a national name for himself.
Morian Walker, Valley Christian (CA): With his first scholarship, the 6-2 and 205-pounder figures to emerge as a hot commodity.
Theo Anderson, Indian Rocks (FL): The 5-10 and 210-pounder has a handful of offers and Wisconsin could be the next to step up.
Rhamondre Stevenson, Centennial (NV): The 6-foot and 215-pounder has many potential suitors, particularly in the Pac-12 Conference.
James Robinson, Rockford Lutheran (IL): Compact and tough, the 5-10 and 203-pounder can cause many problems for the defense.
Parie Dedeaux, Dorsey (CA): The 6-1 and 175-pounder has received interest from several schools close to home on the West Coast.
Triston Fairchild, Papillion La Vista South (NE): Determined as anyone around, not many can outwork the 5-10 and 190-pounder.
WIDE RECEIVERS
Tyrek Tisdale, Oak Ridge (FL): A one-time Florida commit, the 6-1 and 200-pounder is on the verge of locking up a spot for the game.
Chase Claypool, Abbotsford (BC): A Notre Dame commit, the 6-5 and 215-pound Canadian product figures to line up in Florida.
Samuel Denmark, Hanahan (SC): A Virginia Tech commit, the 6-foot and 175-pounder appears to be heading in the right direction.
Juwuane Parchman, Auburn (IL): An Illinois commit, the 6-1 and 190-pounder is quick and fast on his feet, also strong up in the air.
Rick Wells, Raines (FL): A Florida commit, the 6-foot and 185-pounder is destined to play in his own backyard over at EverBank Field.
Dee Anderson, DeSoto (TX): An LSU commit, the 6-5 and 205-pounder possesses all the tools necessary to excel at the next level.
Kalakaua Timoteo, Mililani (HI): A Hawaii commit, no longer under the radar of schools, sky’s the limit for the 6-1 and 190-pounder.
J.D. Spielman, Eden Prairie (MN): A Nebraska commit, don’t blink or you’ll miss a memorable move from the 5-9 and 175-pounder.
Seth Dawkins, Franklin Heights (OH): A Louisville commit, the 6-3 and 195-pounder has no problems winning the ball up in the air.
Christian Johnson, Jefferson (WV): The 6-3 and 190-pounder has emerged on the radar of college coaches on both sides of the country.
Anselem Umeh, St. John Bosco (CA): The 5-10 and 177-pounder has been on a roll lately when it comes to adding up scholarships.
Zach Moss-Farrar, Carroll (TX): With close to 20 scholarships in place, the 6-3 and 200-pounder is on the list of several schools.
Briley Moore, Blue Springs South (MO): The 6-4 and 215-pounder has three offers, but might be holding out for nearby Missouri.
Damon Hazelton, Franklin (MD): With interest from the ACC, most notably Miami, the 6-4 and 200-pounder has a bright future ahead.
Jelani Green, Longwood (NY): The 6-foot and 170-pounder is underrated. Still, Rutgers and Syracuse have been in contact with him.
Marqel McCoy, Concord (CA): The 6-3 and 195-pounder has recently received interest from schools all over the West Coast.
Jared Wyatt, Wylie East (TX): For the time being, the 6-2 and 185-pounder has heard from programs inside the Big 12 Conference.
TIGHT ENDS
Jack Stoll, Regis Jesuit (CO): A Nebraska commit, the 6-5 and 225-pounder does things many of his peers can’t from the position.
Antoine Cannady, Dawson (TX): An Army commit, the 6-3 and 230-pounder is a dual-threat option, effective as a receiver or a blocker.
Cary Angeline, Downington East (PA): A USC commit, the 6-7 and 230-pounder has caused many problems for opposing defenses.
Austin Pope, Christian Academy of Knoxville (TN): A Tennessee commit, the 6-4 and 220-pounder is on a different level than most.
Jacob Mathis, Berkeley Prep (FL): The 6-5 and 225-pounder has offers from everyone, including Alabama, Michigan and Ohio State.
Tucker Spears, Avon Old Farms (CT): The 6-5 and 230-pounder looks the part. And plays the part. His three offers are proof of that.
Nick Crabtree, Huntington Bech (CA): A Boise State commit, the 6-6 and 250-pounder makes opponents pay in multiple different ways.
OFFENSIVE LINEMEN
Michael Eletise, Kaiser (HI): An Arizona commit, the 6-4 and 300-pounder is one of the nation’s top recruits, regardless of position.
Parker Boudreaux, Bishop Moore Catholic (FL): A Notre Dame commit, the 6-4 and 287-pounder is on a different level than most.
Andrew Boselli, Episcopal (FL): A Florida State commit, the 6-4 and 305-pounder is one of the more well-known national names.
Brian Plummer, South Carroll (MD): A Maryland commit, the 6-7 and 300-pounder put in some serious work on our combine circuit.
Donovaughn Campbell, Ponchatoula (LA): An LSU commit, the 6-5 and 350-pounder will soon line up inside of AT&T Stadium.
Tyler Pritchett, Auburn (AL): A North Carolina commit, the 6-4 and 295-pounder gets the job done, and seemingly, without fail.
Zach Adams, Riverbend (VA): A Texas Tech commit, the 6-7 and 285-pounder figures to transition well with life in the Lone Star State.
Justin Witt, Lincoln-Way West (IL): A North Carolina State commit, the 6-6 and 275-pounder often employs a no-nonsense approach.
Zach Bycznski, Berea (OH): A Cincinnati commit, the 6-4 and 300-pounder will stay close to home for college with the nearby Bearcats.
Taylor Fondal, Westgate (LA): A Louisiana Tech commit, the 6-3 and 300-pounder is difficult to deal with when focused on the interior.
Jordan Asbury, De La Salle (MI): A Western Michigan commit, the 6-4 and 280-pounder comes to work with a business-like approach.
Nate Herbig, Saint Louis (HI): A Stanford commit, the 6-4 and 330-pounder will leave the island behind to play ball on the mainland.
Gavin Cupp, Leipsic (OH): An Ohio State commit, the 6-4 and 270-pounder only gets stronger, and stronger, as they game goes on.
Alex Gellerstedt, Dublin (OH): A Penn State commit, the 6-7 and 275-pounder is more than a big frame. He’s also athletic for his size.
Patrick Kasl, Forest Lake (MN): A Wisconsin commit, the 6-6 and 280-pounder has had no problem with flexing muscle in recent years.
Spencer Williams, Cedar Falls (IA): An Iowa commit, the 6-3 and 275-pounder is certainly not afraid to mix it up down in the trenches.
Sam Schlueter, Mayer Lutheran (MN): A Minnesota commit, the 6-6 and 275-pounder thoroughly enjoys contact. More the better, in fact.
Sam Heckel, Waukesha West (WI): A Syracuse commit, the 6-5 and 265-pounder is equally effective pass-blocking or run-blocking.
Caleb Bright, Urbandale (IA): A Bowling Green commit, the 6-4 and 285-pounder is often difficult to deal with down in the trenches.
Conner Olson, Monticello (MN): A Minnesota commit, the 6-5 and 270-pounder had many offers but will stay close to home for college.
Will Ulmer, Madison Central (KY): A Marshall commit, the 6-5 and 285-pounder is physical, most times dominant, at the point of attack.
Julio Garcia, Bishop Gorman (NV): A UNLV commit, the 6-3 and 190-pounder never takes a play off. He’s definitely a reliable option.
Devon Robinson, Winslow Township (NJ): An Illinois commit, the 6-6 and 275-pounder possesses some quick feet and strong hands.
Stephen Spanellis, Gillman (MD): A Virginia commit, the 6-5 and 295-pounder continues to improve. Safe to say, his ceiling is high.
Dalton Strunk, Lakota East (OH): A Miami (OH) commit, the 6-6 and 280-pounder gets stronger, and stronger, as the game goes on.
Sean Rattay, St. John Jesuit (OH): A Navy commit, perhaps no one on the field is more valuable as the 6-2 and 295-pounder at center.
Kaleb Slaven, Delta (IN): A Ball State commit, the 6-5 and 255-pounder recently made his college decision and his future is now set.
Sean Bailey, Lambert (GA): A Cincinnati commit, the 6-6 and 320-pounder often gets the better of exchanges with his opponents.
Dylan Powell, Hannibal (MO): A Purdue commit, the 6-3 and 270-pounder had plenty of options before picking the Boilermakers.
Dillon Reinkensmeyer, Valor Christian (CO): A Virginia commit, the 6-5 and 265-pounder is about as well-rounded as they come.
Danny Godlevske, Bishop Chatard (IN): A Miami (OH) commit, not many are better at what they do than the 6-3 and 280-pounder.
Thomas Jarrett Hopple, Nansemond River (VA): A Virginia Tech commit, the 6-6 and 270-pounder has a no-nonsense approach.
Greg Eiland, Philadelphia (MS): A Mississippi State commit, the 6-8 and 325-pounder passes the eye test, there’s no doubt about it.
Frederick Mauigoa, Tafuna (AS): It’s only a matter of time before the 6-4 and 295-pounder is on the radar and being heavily recruited.
Johncarlo Valentin, Imhotep Institute (PA): The 6-4 and 320-pounder is another household name and Michigan, among others, agrees.
Sean Auwae, Kapolei (HI): Schools in the Pac-12 Conference are all over the 6-4 and 295-pounder. Rightfully so considering his resume.
Phelps Gambill, Montgomery Bell Academy (TN): The 6-4 and 280-pounder is comfortable with the ball in his hands under center.
Ostell Martin, Cass Technical (MI): The 6-5 and 315-pounder is on the verge of big things. That’s both on, and off the field, mind you.
Samuel Poutasi, Desert Pines (NV): Competitive as they come, the 6-4 and 295-pounder is one of West Coast’s best at his position.
Anthonie Thomas, Madison (TX): The 6-8 and 330-pounder typically towers over his peers and the Big 12 Conference is interested.
Nate Thompson, Sachse (TX): Another physical specimen, the 6-6 and 315-pounder has been in contact with Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
Israel Allen, Goose Creek Memorial (TX): The 6-4 and 315-pounder has mean streak. In our opinion, nothing wrong with some attitude.
Lorenzo Taborn, Sidney (OH): The 6-4 and 314-pounder is as tough as they come and does not lose many one-on-one exchanges.
Christopher Judge, Coral Springs Charter (FL): The 6-3 and 230-pounder plays on both sides, but could find a home at center.
Ashton Hollie, DeQuincy (LA): The 6-3 and 270-pounder has developed a following, with Arizona State and Boise State at the forefront.
SPECIALISTS
A.J. Reed, Prattville (AL): A Duke commit, the 6-foot-1 and 180-pounder is one of the country’s top kickers. Sky seems to be the limit.
Nicholas Bethea has had a productive summer training and academically. He had a productive Blue Grey Super Combine at LB. He enjoyed working with the west LB coach and the help the coach was going to provide. (Number 114 from Prosper). He recently ran a verifiable 4.72 40. He has had visits at school from the following schools: Iowa (FB), Army, Dartmouth, and letters and communications from Bucknell, U Penn, Dartmouth, LA Tech, Tulsa. SAT 1740, ACT 27. Thanks Blue Grey coaches for all your help and motivation.