Recruiting Report (8/20)- Latest Offers and Commitments

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back with another Recruiting Report!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're diving into some of the recent recruiting news across the state. These prospects have been on fire this week, picking up offers and committing to top-tier programs all over.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, make sure you watch their film below! You won't want to miss out on this kind of talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1741284"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968bef5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1741284' first='Ian' last='Harrell'] is a talented DL out of Buckhorn who caught our eye earlier this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>“<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1741284' first='Ian' last='Harrell']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/ian-harrell/"><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a>&nbsp;is an every-down force in the trenches who can rush the passer and stop the run extremely well. Harrell is quick off the snap, has active hands, and some serious strength/power he can use to dominate the line of scrimmage.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Harrell is constantly in the backfield. He can work his way around offensive linemen in a wide variety of ways, and has the pursuit and tackling skills to create huge stops behind the line of scrimmage. Buckhorn's defensive line will be one to watch this year with him and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1261454' first='Cortez' last='Carr']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/cortez-carr/"></a> leading their front.</em>“</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrell ended last season with 50 total tackles (20 for loss), 6 sacks, and 15 hurries.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier today, Harrell announced he had committed to Rice! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Do yourself a favor and watch some of Harrell's tape below. He's due for a huge senior season:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17642719/6733b5f92a3468f40b138203' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c0a3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225913"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c0f5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1225913' first='Karlos' last='May'] is a dominant 2027 DL out of Ramsay who's been putting together an impressive offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“<em>May is a relentless pass rusher with tons of potential- he has great size and speed he uses to completely overwhelm opposing OL, fighting off double teams (sometimes even triple) to get to the QB and make plays. It's impressive watching May rush the passer- more often than not, Ramsay only rushes 3 and still can produce tons of pressure/sacks in the backfield with how dominant May is upfront.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>May is also a terrific run defender. He completely closes up rushing lanes by himself, generating great penetration on the LOS and taking down the ball carrier for little to no gain every time offenses run the ball his way.</em>“</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>May picked up an offer from Mississippi State earlier today, and is sure to have more head his way soon. He's a standout DL prospect with a big season ahead. Make sure you watch some of his film below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16068982/652b4ff20dc05a0ab4dd3647' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c11c"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["408641"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c15e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='408641' first='Micah' last='Fleming'] is one of the top DBs in our 2027 Rankings, and has been picking up a lot of attention this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“<em>Fleming is a lockdown corner who excels in coverage- he does a great job tracking opposing QBs' eyes and frequently breaks on routes to jar free/pick off passes. QBs actively avoid Fleming's side of the field; he provides such good coverage that some QBs won't even look his way.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Fleming also plays with incredible instincts and athleticism- he is terrific at identifying and reacting to plays, and has the speed to fly around the entire field and create huge stops regardless of where he lined up pre-snap</em>.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fleming was really productive last year, recording 63 total tackles (40 solo, 4 for loss), one interception, and 6 pass breakups.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier today, Fleming announced he'd picked up another offer from Memphis!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Everyone should be watching out for Fleming this fall; he's primed for a big junior season over at Thompson. Check out some of his tape below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19207345/66e3081aa10656158edbb1a6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c17f"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1678548"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c1bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1678548' first='Jake' last='McConnell'] is a dominant piece of Prattville's defensive front who should have a huge senior season this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">"<em>McConnell is an every-down threat in the trenches who can play the run and rush the passer equally well. At 6'3 240, McConnell has the size and strength to quickly collapse rushing lanes at the line of scrimmage and create stops for loss. It's really impressive seeing h</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>McConnell is a really talented pass rusher. He's quick off the snap, has violent hands, and can quickly disengage blockers to hurry and sack the opposing QB. With how well-rounded he is, it's hard to say that Prattville doesn't have one of the top DL units in the state- it's going to be really exciting watching them go to work this fall.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A week or so back, McConnell announced he'd committed to Murray State!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We were really impressed with McConnell earlier this offseason and think he has a big season ahead this fall. Look out for him over the enxt few months!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/15075056/66edbc28136bd181ba8cf77e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a691968c1de"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->