#TN2024 Prospects On The Rise – Part One

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Several months into the 2024 recruiting process, these seniors have seen their stocks go to another level with room to continue growing. </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["207312"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eIt's been a good offseason thus far for this East Tennessee signal caller as he has picked up offers from Charlotte, Old Dominion and Wofford with several others sniffing around. He has also boosted his stock further by showing online his increased arm strength and overall build. Hammonds is maturing nicely into himself and doing so at the right time as he is headed into the summer camp season, looking to turn some heads and possibly earn some bigger D1 offers, which I think is very possible as more coaches watch him throw in person.u003c/spanu003ernrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["625617"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eKeep an eye out for this athletic prospect moving forward as Goins has the size, speed and overall potential to develop into a D1 starting running back. He broke out last year as a junior, leading his team in rushing while also becoming a nice pass catching security blanket coming out of the backfield. Goins is a tall runner who moves very well, showing on film the ability to bounce off tacklers and sport enough breakaway speed. Look for this East Tennessee running back to continue picking up steam over the coming months as more college coaches put eyes on him. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["337300"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTaking a secondary role last year as a junior, Lorick still put forth strong tape, which has now placed him among not only the top wideouts in the Mid-Tennessee region but the entire state as well. Tall and long with excellent feet, Lorick is a big play threat waiting to happen that has sparked the interest of several collegiate coaches across the country thus far. Holding offers from Arkansas St., Austin Peay, Eastern Ky, Eastern Michigan, Howard, UT-Martin, Western Ky and Western Michigan, expect the Power Five programs to get involved soon because Lorick is too talented with too much upside to look past much further. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["305914"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eHeckmann has been one of the hottest in-state O-line recruits over the past few weeks and I think he is just getting started with adding offers as several Power Five schools are interested but have yet to offer. Marshall gave Heckmann his 1st D1 offer then Memphis followed up recently and here soon, the Rebels senior O-lineman could be on the verge of adding many more due to his size, physicality and position versatility. This is a hard nosed, consistent ball player that could earn 20 plus offers before it's all said and done. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["258818"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eIt has been a tremendous offseason so far for Anderson where he has taken his stock into Power Five status as he recently gave his commitment to the North Carolina Tar Heels. Physical and fast off the edge with an active motor, Anderson sports one of the fastest 1st steps off the snap in the state and the Tar Heels coaching staff recognized those skills early and pursued him as a must needed recruit. Anderson is tough to handle due to his athleticism, strength and speed and I would not be surprised to see other P5 schools try to steal him away from UNC over the coming months. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["237054"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eThis is one of the more hidden gems in this recruiting class as Smith is one of the fastest, most athletic edge rusher from our #TN2024 class and someone with worlds of potential and upside. This Chattanooga area edge rusher has some of the best film I have watched this offseason, showing elite bend and flexibility along with the speed to get into the backfield very quickly. Smith also has the potential to cover backs and tight ends in open space. Potential and upside oozes out of this speedy pass rusher that is garnering plenty of Power Five interest. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["258668"],"_player_evaluations_6_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eEver since we ended the 2022 Fall football season, Allen has been on a major rise with his recruiting stock, landing offers from the likes of Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Purdue, Temple and UCF and others based his potential as a fearful pass rusher on the collegiate level. Sporting great length, radius and size, Allen has all the physical traits you want while also having a nice burst and bend that will only develop further with college coaching. Look for this Red Devils edge rusher to continue bringing in Power Five offers as the offseason months roll along. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_7_player":["332310"],"_player_evaluations_7_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eOver the last two months, Barnes, Jr has possibly been the hottest, most wanted defensive back in the state and while he holds multiple strong offers already, I believe he isn't done adding some powerhouse programs to the list. This East Tennessee defender has strong versatility to play several roles within the secondary while also sporting the potential to stay outside at cornerback. Georgia kicked open the door towards bigger schools getting involved with their recent offer as this Blue Tornado defender may have as much potential as any defensive prospect from our in-state #TN2024 class.u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_8_player":["149845"],"_player_evaluations_8_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eTaking himself off the recruiting trail recently with his commitment to Miami Ohio, Martin may be a guy to continue watching down the line as he is a hidden gem with position versatility and natural athleticism that could play well on the Power Five gridiron. Martin has nice size along with good feet and the closing speed to make plays consistently around the ball. He also has the versatility to play safety, nickel or even a little cornerback, so his skill set could appeal to bigger schools looking for someone with his capabilities.u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_9_player":["148838"],"_player_evaluations_9_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eAn athletic freak with size, length and football smarts, Bell has started to see his stock go into a more positive direction after officially labeling himself as an “athlete” and beginning to prove to collegiate coaches how good he could be at a different position other than quarterback. So far this offseason, Bell has been able to show some field work in 7v7 where he has been dominant, especially playing on the back end at safety. Several P5 schools like Mississippi St., Tennessee, Vanderbilt and a few others have taken interest and I expect many others to gain interest with the West Tennessee product soon as well. u003c/spanu003e","_player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":10,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-642e696fb24c3"} /-->