2022 Rankings Top Ten and Risers: December Update
The final rankings for the 2022 class are now live. The players in this class were crucial to their teams success in the 2021 season, which led to a state championship and other playoff success for most of the athletes.…
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Continue ReadingThe final rankings for the 2022 class are now live. The players in this class were crucial to their teams success in the 2021 season, which led to a state championship and other playoff success for most of the athletes.
I was hired last March, and given the rankings leadership a few months later, lacking much experience with these players. Hours and hours of film study and databasing allowed me to catch up and these final rankings are a result of that. The rankings look completely different from when I first updated them, which is also a credit to all of our staff writers who have been working tirelessly attending games and watching film. A lot of players made big jumps, mostly due to big seasons, but also because I didn’t have much experience watching them when the last updated was submitted. With a full season of experience, I cut the rankings down to the top 100 players. Watch list players were included in some position rankings as well.
Here are some notes on biggest risers in the 2022 class as well as the top ten players.
TOP TEN
1. Will Johnson
Committed: Michigan
The number one player in the class since the rankings were created, Johnson proved he remained the best after a stellar 2021 season.
Five-star Michigan commit Will Johnson (@Willj1228) breaks a tackle and takes it 55 yards to the house. South up 7-0 on De La Salle early. #GoBlue 💨@TheWolverineMag | @On3Recruits pic.twitter.com/VPIVTsnuqZ
— "EJ Holland" (@EJHollandOn3) November 5, 2021
2. Joshua Burnham Joshua Burnham 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB Traverse City Central | 2022 State MI
Committed: Notre Dame
One of the biggest risers in the top ten, Burnham proved he was a top three player in this class. He’s become a fan favorite of Notre Dame faithful after staying committed to the program despite recent coaching changes.
WE WANT FREEMAN!!! ☘️☘️ #freemanera #GoIrish @NDFootball @Marcus_Freeman1 @NotreDame pic.twitter.com/bBD9aNeK34
— Josh Burnham (@JoshuaBurnham20) November 30, 2021
3. Deone Walker Deone Walker 6'7" | 315 lbs | DL Cass Tech | 2022 State MI
Committed: N/A
Still keeping an eye on his recruiting decision, with schools like Kentucky, Georgia, and Michigan in play late. Walker played himself into more offers with a phenomenal season for Cass Tech. He will be announcing his decision on December 15th.
4. Alex VanSumeren Alex VanSumeren 6'3" | 270 lbs | DL Garber | 2022 State MI
Committed: Michigan State
One of the biggest players in this class. VanSumeren did nothing but prove why Michigan State pushed so hard for his recruitment.
5. Myles Rowser Myles Rowser 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Belleville | 2022 State MI
Committed: Arkansas
A top defensive player in the country. The Belleville standout has a lot of positive traits in his game. He gets to be part of a football resurgence at Arkansas next season.
6. Tyrell Henry Tyrell Henry 6'0" | 160 lbs | ATH Roseville | 2022 State MI
Committed: Michigan State
Another top riser in the rankings update, going from 17th to 6th. An all around incredible athlete who has done nothing but play great football on both sides of the ball.
https://t.co/nw7ybYkge8
— ShowTYme Henry (@TyrellHenry12) November 15, 2021
That’s all she wrote!💚
7. Dillon Tatum Dillon Tatum 5'11" | 180 lbs | ATH West Bloomfield | 2022 State MI
Committed: Michigan State
Part of an outstanding group of athletes. Tatum has burst and change of direction that makes you hit the rewind button a few times. A big part of MSU’s recruiting class for 2022.
Senior highlights
— Dillon Tatum ¹ᵏ (@thegovernor_1k) November 28, 2021
Stats:
166 Carries 1174 yards 23TDS 1463 all purpose yards
3INTS 54 tackleshttps://t.co/L0qr36eQ4O
8. Antonio Gates Jr Antonio Gates Jr 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR Fordson | 2022 State MI
Committed: Michigan State
Fordson’s identity meshes well with Gates. Physical and has a great ability to separate. Gates will create matchup nightmares for defenses in the big ten while at Michigan State.
9. Nolan Ziegler Nolan Ziegler 6'4" | 205 lbs | DB Grand Rapids Catholic Central | 2022 State MI
Committed: Notre Dame
Another big part of keeping the 2022 class in South Bend together, Ziegler is a force on defense. He made a move up to #9 after being ranked 10th in the last update.
Crazy news but you know I’m still locked in. We will move forward and keep building this championship team. Let’s do this thing. ☘️☘️ @Marcus_Freeman1 @Coach_Lezynski #stillcommitted #irishrising22 pic.twitter.com/WYjSULuqRr
— Nolan Ziegler (@nolanziegler24) November 30, 2021
10. Christian Rapley Christian Rapley 6'0" | 185 lbs | ATH Belleville | 2022 State MI
Committed: N/A
Another late commit to watch, Rapley is considering 10 offers currently. A member of the 2021 freak list, Rapley shows freakish speed on film.
BIGGEST RISERS
Koen Entringer Koen Entringer 6'2" | 195 lbs | ATH Walled Lake Western | 2022 State MI
From watchlist to ranked #20, Entringer picked up a ton of in season recruiting attention. An elite athlete who has gotten national recognition for his play this season.
https://twitter.com/KoenEntringer/status/1458790883411865606?s=20
Keyone Nixon Keyone Nixon 5'10" | 170 lbs | DB Macomb Dakota | 2022 State MI
Arguably the biggest riser in this class, Nixon went from #190 to #27. He’s a lockdown corner who can mix it up in the run game as well. Morgan State commit, recently received two PWO offers from Michigan State and Western Michigan.
Thank you Dakota for accepting me as one of your own, the ride was unforgettable. Team 26, I love you forever.💙 12 Out.https://t.co/NUjtI4otT2 pic.twitter.com/snXxYltVbd
— Key (@keyonenixon) November 13, 2021
Will Beesley Will Beesley 5'11" | 205 lbs | DB De La Salle | 2022 State MI
Another big jump goes to Beesley, who went from #72 to #29. Beesley is as physical a player that there is in Michigan high school football with impressive lateral quickness and instincts. He’s headed to Princeton next season.
https://twitter.com/BeesleyWill/status/1466058964005752834?s=20