#TN2023 Rankings: Wide Receiver/Tight End Review
Our new #PRZTN rankings are loaded full of talent and one of the top position groups chalk full of that talent has to be the wide receivers and tight ends. Here in our latest breakdown, we take a look at…
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Continue ReadingOur new #PRZTN rankings are loaded full of talent and one of the top position groups chalk full of that talent has to be the wide receivers and tight ends.
Here in our latest breakdown, we take a look at the top in-state pass catchers currently rated in our #PRZTN Top 100.
‘23 (WR) Shamar Porter Shamar Porter 6'3" | 200 lbs | WR Ensworth | 2023 State TN (6’3 185) – Ensworth (WR Rank: 1 State Rank: 2)
– Porter screams elite potential the moment you see his film and the moment he steps off the bus. This Nashville area receiver sports every trait you can think of for a #1 receiver on the collegiate level and he is still far off from maxing out on his abilities. Porter already sports major college offers but will continue to add more over the coming months, especially with new junior film.
Offers: Fla Atlantic, Georgia Tech, Miss. State, Ole Miss, Penn St., Tennessee, Vanderbilt, West Virginia
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14816979/5f7de66364def60a3cba22fd
‘23 (TE) Ty Lockwood Ty Lockwood 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Independence | 2023 State TN (6’5 225) – Independence (TE Rank: 1 State Rank: 4)
– One of the more polished recruits in the 2023 class, Lockwood is a consistent, sure handed receiver that is a wanted man by many on the Power Five level. The Eagles stud tight end burst onto the scene last Fall and has remained hot ever since. Lockwood is not only supremely talented but he is one of the hardest workers around along with being of high value to the locker room.
Offers: Arizona St., Auburn, Florida St., Georgia Tech, Indiana, Iowa St., Kentucky, LSU, Michigan, Michigan St., Ohio St., Ole Miss, Penn St., Purdue, Rutgers, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M, Tulane, Vanderbilt, Virginia, Virginia Tech
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14672030/5f578b6d0c53fe08f051c83a
‘23 (WR) Ayden Greene Ayden Greene 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Powell | 2023 State TN (6’3 180) – Powell (WR Rank: 2 State Rank: 11)
– If you’re looking for highlight reel plays and a receiver with a lot of upside, Greene is your guy! Tall and long with an outstanding vertical, this East Tennessee product has the makings of an outside receiver that can go up and get the ball at its highest point as well as be the QB’s best friend as a top end zone threat. Greene must continue adding weight but he sports big time Power Five potential.
Offers: Eastern Ky, Marshall, Pittsburgh, Tennessee, Tulane, Virginia
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12816652/5f4fda1890f9b10be0bd76a1
‘23 (WR) Nate Spillman Nate Spillman 6'3" | 195 lbs | WR Lipscomb Academy | 2023 State TN (6’3 190) – Lipscomb Academy (WR Rank: 3 State Rank: 15)
– Spillman is a physical specimen that looks the part, plays the part and does not know how great he could be. The Mustangs rising junior plays the power forward role very well. He keeps defenders at bay with his size and frame but also has the foot speed to breakaway. Spillman is also a willing blocker, so he brings a lot to the receiver’s room and playing field.
Offers: Arkansas St., Marshall, Tennessee
Sophomore Film:
‘23 (WR) Adarius Redmond Adarius Redmond 6'2" | 185 lbs | WR Powell | 2023 State TN (6’2 185) – Powell (WR Rank: 4 State Rank: 16)
– Not too long ago Redmond was considered possibly the top in-state recruit for the 2023 class and he still is valued quite high but needs to refine his skills at receiver to go along with his outstanding athletic abilities. Redmond is a big play waiting to happen and a threat to score wherever on the field. He also has the size and frame to take on added weight. If he continues to work, his best days are certainly ahead of him.
Offers: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Michigan St., Penn St., South Carolina, Tennessee, Tulane, Virginia Tech
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12816656/5f9c55d72ab1601490d21aab
‘23 (WR) Chance Fitzgerald Chance Fitzgerald 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Nolensville | 2023 State TN (6’3 180) – Nolensville (WR Rank: 5 State Rank: 20)
– Fitzgerald could be the most interesting wideout listed here as he is all potential right now with lots of room for growth both with his body and his game. He certainly looks the part and moves very well but Fitzgerald must hone his craft and develop his skills much further. This upside and potential is quite strong however, so you can understand why he already has multiple P5, D1 offers.
Offers: Austin Peay, Kentucky, Marshall, Tulane, Tennessee St.
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9663318/5f9f801cf327b503781f51f2
‘23 (WR/TE) Max Carroll Max Carroll 6'3" | 210 lbs | ATH Briarcrest Christian | 2023 State TN (6’3 205) – Briarcrest Christian (WR Rank: 6 State Rank: 41)
– Big and physical with strong hands and long arms, those are the traits that immediately stand out when watching Carroll and why he has a shot to reach Division 1 football. The Saints star receiver is an opposing presence that uses his physicality and smarts to work over defensive backs. He knows how to use his body to shield off defenders. Question is will Carroll be a receiver or a tight end in college?
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/8252443/5fa416dd7bd36613f43c38c7
‘23 (WR) Dylan Wroblewski Dylan Wroblewski 6'1" | 190 lbs | WR Lipscomb Academy | 2023 State TN (6’1 170) – Franklin (WR Rank: 7 State Rank: 51)
– Much of an unknown going into the summer months, Wroblewski jumped onto the radar big time in early June when he had standout camps at multiple Power Five programs. The Admirals under the radar receiver must continue to add weight to his lanky frame but his ball skills are outstanding along with his excellent route running that fit very well on the collegiate level.
Offers: Lane College
Sophomore Film: No Film (Missed Soph. season due to injury)
‘23 (WR) Colin Cook Colin Cook 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Pope John Paul | 2023 State TN (6’3 185) – Pope John Paul (WR Rank: 8 State Rank: 53)
– Cook is an interesting talent that shows on film and has the physical traits to play D1 college ball. A big guy that can run, Cook is a fluid moving guy that can work deep or be that dependable, intermediate receiver. He also has a big radius and a frame that can take on added muscle and weight. Look for Cook to have a breakout junior year, especially with top QB Kenny Minchey Kenny Minchey 6'2" | 200 lbs | QB Pope Prep | 2023 State TN tossing him the ball.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12904543/604f89bada514c0be0b52b8a
‘23 (WR) Marcellus Jackson Marcellus Jackson 5'9" | 155 lbs | WR Fulton | 2023 State TN (5’11 180) – Fulton (WR Rank: 9 State Rank: 68)
– Jackson is a natural athlete that could play a variety of positions on the next level but receiver at point looks to be the place to maximize his talents. Game breaking abilities and outstanding hands are the first two things you see when watching Jackson on film. He also has a freakish vertical, so he can definitely play against bigger defensive backs. Jackson’s junior season will be key to his recruitment.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/12860167/5fa8710a19afb50c8cd2097c
‘23 (WR) Tahj Woods Tahj Woods 6'2" | 180 lbs | ATH MBA | 2023 State TN (6’1 175) – MBA (WR Rank: 10 State Rank: 84)
– Woods is a talented wideout that many may not know about now but hopefully after a productive junior season, this Nashville native will start making it onto several college recruiting boards. Athletic with a big radius, Woods is still a work in progress but shows the tools to make it to the next level. He will certainly receive the targets with Marcel Reed Marcel Reed 6'2" | 185 lbs | QB MBA | 2023 State TN at the helm for the Big Red.
Offers: None
‘23 (WR) Adarion Patton Adarion Patton 6'3" | 180 lbs | DB Bearden Highschool | 2023 State TN (6’3 175) – Karns (WR Rank: 11 State Rank: 89)
– Headed into the Fall football season, Patton is considered one of the top receiver prospects from the East Tennessee region but has yet to really break out into college offer consideration. Patton is a really talented young man with height, length and speed and the upside to develop into a college caliber wideout. He does need to add more strength but the skills are there to work himself into the college game.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/8245356/5f9efc406e81d30414654b4f
‘23 (TE) Trace Magro Trace Magro 6'3" | 215 lbs | TE Briarcrest | 2023 TN (6’3 210) – Briarcrest Christian (TE Rank: 2 State Rank: 91)
– Magro is a talented pass catcher that may be sitting under the radar right now but if he can put together a strong junior season, it could place college coaches squarely on his radar. The Saints tight end is a bit undersized right now but has the athleticism and pass catching skills to play in-line or spread out wide, playing in the slot.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/profile/8252891/Trace-Magro/highlights
‘23 (WR) Hassan Al-Sultani Hassan Al-Sultani 6'1" | 180 lbs | DB Carter | 2023 TN (6’0 175) – Pigeon Forge (WR Rank: 12 State Rank: 92)
– This guy could be one of the more hidden gems of everyone in the receiver’s group and he is just scratching the surface on his maximum capabilities. Al-Sultani is elusive with quick feet and explosive traits. He has shown in camps the speed to take the top off and be that game breaking receiver. His junior season will be very interesting to watch and follow.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13012457/603ab62dd21b091390045dde
‘23 (TE) Mena Mannan Mena Mannan 6'4" | 225 lbs | TE Franklin | 2023 State TN (6’4 210) – Franklin (TE Rank: 3 State Rank: 98)
– Yet to break out into the recruiting world, Mannan is a talented young man that could work himself into college offers sooner than later. The Admirals tight end is a well put together guy along with sporting long arms and the ability to run. Mannan has a lot of tools that translate well to the next level. He just needs more playing time and production and coaches will start taking notice.
Offers: None
Sophomore Film: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13225863/609146e34205c70c68848272