Commitment Tracker: College Destinations Locked In

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">You will find some hidden gems here that committed to college programs recently and could become impactful players somewhere down the line. Here we breakdown eight prospects that are pledged to college programs and how they may fit competing on the next level. </h2>     (QB) [player_tooltip player_id='446208' first='Cayden' last='Creech'] - USJ    * Committed to Marist *   - Continuing to wait for bigger options was something that Creech didn't want to do, so he went all in with a school that desired his abilities and wanted to bring him on board. That's what this West Tennessee signal caller did when he pledged his services to Marist. Creech chose the Red Foxes over offers from Georgetown, Murray St. and North Alabama along with interest coming from several others. The Marist coaching staff did a good job of targeting Creech as somebody that fit their system and a quarterback they could develop into their eventual starter. I like the decision making here by Creech as he saw an opportunity to get on the field sooner than later to display his skill set and possibly one day appeal to bigger programs. I do expect him to redshirt once at Marist to grow his body further while learning the system but I foresee him being “the guy” behind center somewhat early in his college career.    Talent Acquisition: A strong armed passer with high football intelligence, Creech is a nice grab by the Red Foxes as the Bruins signal caller shows plenty of traits that translate to the college game. The first thing that pops about Creech is his accuracy and ball placement. Pinpoint throws are seen with this guy and I think Creech can be even more accurate with more power added to his right arm. The Bruins senior is considered more of a pocket passer but does have some deceptive athleticism about him that can extend plays. What the Red Foxes are getting with this guy is a cerebral signal caller that will do all the small things correctly and put his team in position to win games. I don't know if Creech will ever have that wow factor but he is steady enough to become a multi-year college starter.    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/Photo-May-08-2026-5-47-04-PM-crop-1201x789-1778280733.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-2205308" style="width:308px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: USJ QB [player_tooltip player_id='446208' first='Cayden' last='Creech'] during a game. Photo from his Instagram.</figcaption></figure>   - - - - -    (RB) [player_tooltip player_id='905235' first='Khamoni' last='Williams'] - Southwind   * Committed to Auburn *   - One of the top power backs from our TN2027 recruiting class was once committed to West Virginia but after continued interest and a visit to Auburn, this Memphis area ball carrier decided that playing for the Tigers was the best option for him. There is plenty of upside inside this running back to become a nice backfield option at Auburn that churns out those tough yards, gains first downs and becomes a threat in the red zone. Williams gained several offers throughout the process but ultimately chose the Tigers over Florida St., Kentucky, Louisville, Maryland, Memphis, Minnesota, Oklahoma St., Purdue, Tennessee, Vanderbilt and West Virginia. At one point in time, multiple big time programs were in pursuit but spots were taking up, however Williams found a place in Auburn that I think he can excel as the team's top power back one day that has higher levels to his game with further development. I like the fit here and what Williams can turn into down the line in the Southeastern Conference.    Talent Acquisition: It may take some time before Williams touches the field as a full-time player but I believe down the line, Auburn will have a possible starter here and someone that produces a lot of touchdowns. The Jaguars senior ball carrier is a load to deal with due to his well built body and frame and his ability to run through tackles and continue moving forward. Once Williams gets into the open field, you see another gear that formulates. This guy isn't a speedster but he is a little faster than some may think and combined with his power, Williams is hard to bring down once he gets going. I do see upside as well with Williams when it comes to catching the ball out of the backfield while also developing into a solid pass protector. I'm interested to see how the Jags ball carrier performs this Fall and how much he has progressed. If he has taken that next step in his game, I could see earlier playing time at Auburn due to his potential in the red zone.    - - - - -    (WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1410131' first='Lexton' last='Baskin'] - Brentwood Academy   * Committed to MTSU *   - Before I get into the in-depth analysis, let me state that I think MTSU got a steal here with Baskin as someone that could potentially see the field as a true freshman. That's a bold statement but the Eagles wideout is legit and I think he will show another level to his game this coming season. The Blue Raiders coaching staff did a good job of pursuing this Mid-Tennessee product and presenting him a package that could allow him to see the field early and establish himself as one of the best receivers on the team. Before going with MTSU, Baskin considered offers from Arkansas, Arkansas St., Cincinnati, East Carolina, Florida Atlantic, Liberty, Memphis and UConn. I am curious to see how things play before we reach signing day in December as I could see other D1, possible Power Four programs remain in pursuit with the intentions of flipping him from MTSU. I think the Blue Raiders staff will have to continue recruiting Baskin but if they can get him to sign, they may be getting their future “number one” receiver.    Talent Acquisition: Baskin is an athletic, speedy pass catcher that has enough size along with a strong skill set to work on the outside or shine in the slot. I see a versatile performer here that can win his routes in a variety of ways. The Eagles senior shows explosive flashes with the ability to get behind his defender. He also displays the ability to work against physical contact and excel. Baskin runs well but can get faster, more elusive with quicker feet. You do see flashes of those skills on film but to reach that next level, increasing those areas could be what gets him on the field sooner than later in college. I personally like Baskin best working the slot where he can be a problem for nickelbacks, linebackers and safeties. He has room to get bigger and stronger as well. As it was mentioned above, Baskin may turn out to be the best recruit MTSU signs in this cycle and a future offensive star.    - - - - -    (WR) [player_tooltip player_id='1608413' first='Stephen' last='Saulter'] - Pearl Cohn   * Committed to Western Ky *   - Ranked 10th among the wide receivers inside our TN2027 class, Saulter saw plenty of interest come his way but ultimately chose Western Kentucky and it may prove to be a good fit between both parties. The Hilltoppers love to throw the ball and Saulter could be a major key cog within their future offense that dominates outside the hashes. The Firebirds senior sorted through several offers and interest but decided upon Western Ky over Bowling Green, East Carolina, Jacksonville St., Liberty, MTSU and Troy. I could see other programs get on board with this Nashville area wideout before signing day, especially if Saulter puts together a strong senior season. There are several physical tools and traits that are quite appealing about Firebirds wideout. Western Ky might have a fight on their hands if that happens but in the end, I do feel that Saulter signs with the Hilltoppers due to the relationship built with the staff and his fit inside their pro-style offense.    Talent Acquisition: I really like this pickup by Western Ky as I think they potentially found an outside the hashes starting wide receiver that could have a future beyond the college ranks as long as Saulter continues to develop in the right direction. The first thing that stands out is his physicality and size. Saulter is a big dude (6'2 190) with long arms and broad frame that can make things difficult for opposing cornerbacks. The Firebirds wideout uses his size to his advantage, especially in the red zone where he bodies up defenders then snatches the ball away with his strong hands. Saulter can get faster, quicker but he runs well enough to get in front of his defender and use his physicality to stave him off. Adding more speed while continuing to enhance his skill set is what Saulter should focus on and if he does, I love the upside he brings to the collegiate gridiron at Western Kentucky.    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/11/ssaulter.jpg?w=700" alt="" class="wp-image-2069792" style="width:249px;height:auto" /></figure>   - - - - -    (WR/TE) [player_tooltip player_id='1646108' first='Drew' last='Rempel'] - Lipscomb Academy   * Committed to MTSU *   - Rempel is one of the more intriguing prospects coming from our TN2027 class as I can see him playing receiver in college or growing into a flex tight end. Regardless of where he plays, the MTSU coaching staff likes the ball skills and upside he brings to the field and I think their belief in him led Rempel to pledging his services to the Blue Raiders. Before committing to MTSU, the Mustangs pass catcher considered offers from Air Force, Arkansas St., Dartmouth, East Carolina, Harvard, Memphis, Penn and Samford. Rempel will be performing on a new squad this Fall after transferring in from Page, so it will be interesting to see how he gels with his teammates and what kind of role he takes on with the Mustangs. I certainly can see him working outside the hashes or sometimes from the slot. The Lipscomb staff may use his versatility to their advantage by lining him up in several spots and creating mismatches.    Talent Acquisition: I think the main trait that got MTSU interested along with several others is Rempel's ball skills, his hands and ability to catch the ball amongst physical contact. The Mustangs senior is one of the more natural pass catchers we have within our senior class. What has me thinking he could turn into a flex tight end is his size (6'3 190) and speed. Rempel has worked hard this off-season to get faster but I think he still needs more time to increase that aspect of his game while also needing to work on his lower half agility and explosion. If he can increase those traits, playing receiver outside the hashes is possible but if he doesn't, working in the slot as a flex guy could be his future. It will be intriguing to see how much Rempel has developed throughout the coming season and how far he can push his game   - - - - -    (OL) [player_tooltip player_id='1568976' first='Tyi' last='Duncan'] - Riverdale   * Committed to Memphis *   - Memphis is banking on the long term potential with Duncan in hopes of turning him into a dominating run blocker with enough athleticism to develop his pass protection. This Mid-Tennessee product is a massive young man that eats up space with his wide bodied frame and long arms. The Tigers coaching staff sees a prospect here they believe can be developed into a potential starting offensive guard one day and a key piece on their offensive line. Duncan ended up choosing the Tigers over offers from Georgia St., Jacksonville St., Liberty, Lindenwood, South Florida and Tulane along with interest from several others. Depending on how he performs this coming season, I could see other college programs getting involved before signing day due to Duncan's size and potential at offensive guard. I do expect the Warriors big man to sign with Memphis come December and officially become a future American Athletic Conference performer.    Talent Acquisition: We currently have Duncan placed 232nd overall inside our senior rankings due to the long term development that will be needed. The Warriors offensive lineman, while physical with a wide bodied frame, needs plenty of work before Duncan is capable of sustaining a starting job. The biggest thing he must work on is lower half agility and foot speed. Duncan can get caught flat footed and allow the pass rusher to reach the backfield. His lateral quickness must be improved to handle the kind of guys he will see during his time at Memphis. I think Duncan is strictly a run blocking offensive guard. He could potentially handle both left or right guard but the interior is definitely his future. The physicality and size are in place for Duncan to contend on the D1, so if he can form his body better while developing his lower half, finding a starting role one day can happen.    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Photo-Apr-30-2026-5-24-55-PM-crop-1201x789-1777588474.jpg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-2198084" style="width:274px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Riverdale OL [player_tooltip player_id='1568976' first='Tyi' last='Duncan'] during a game at his previous school. Photo from his Instagram.</figcaption></figure>   - - - - -    (OL) [player_tooltip player_id='1294325' first='Durgan' last='Ragland'] - Hardin Valley   * Committed to Central Missouri *   - This East Tennessee product didn't want to wait till the season got going before he committed, so Ragland betted on himself by choosing to pledge to Central Missouri. I think this was a good addition by the Mules as Ragland shows long term potential and the desire to get better. The Central Missouri coaching staff targeted the Hawks big man as someone they see as a future starter on their line and Ragland has the size and skill set to develop at multiple positions. Before landing on the Mules, Ragland considered offers from Carson-Newman, Charleston, Emory & Henry and Warner along with interest from several others. Ragland is an interesting prospect due to his size that makes me think some FCS programs could become interested as long as the Hawks O-lineman puts forth a strong senior year. We shall see how everything plays out but either way, I think the fit here between Ragland and the Mules.    Talent Acquisition: Central Missouri might have found a future starting offensive lineman here with Ragland. The Hawks senior stands roughly 6 '5 280 plus pounds with plenty of room to get bigger while also having solid lower half athleticism that might give him a shot to play tackle in college. This East Tennessee product does a good job of playing with leverage, getting underneath his opponent and driving him back. He shows good hand work as well. Ragland is a competitor that plays hard along with strong technique. The Hawks senior has the work ethic and mindset to do what is asked of him to get better and he will do it. I do think down the line, Ragland will form into an offensive guard, possible center but I can see a scenario where he works himself into a tackle at Central Missouri. I like the long term upside with Ragland and who he can become on the next level.    - - - - -    (DB) [player_tooltip player_id='2076919' first='Landan' last='Left'] - Pearl Cohn   * Committed to Western Ky *   - Ranked 9th among our senior defensive backs, Left went into the recruiting process as an under the radar prospect that showed potential to become a D1 caliber guy and that's how things played out as the Firebirds defender committed to Western Kentucky. This Nashville area prospect sorted through several offers and interest from others before landing on the Hilltoppers and I think it could be a good fit as Left will be able to take his time developing before making an impact on the college stage. Before settling on Western Kentucky, Left considered offers from Austin Peay, Arkansas St., East Carolina, Georgia St., Liberty, Marshall, Memphis, Miami Ohio, MTSU and Samford. Though I think Left will eventually sign with Western Ky, I could see others wanting to bring him in by signing day, especially if the Firebirds defenders stand out this coming season.    Talent Acquisition: I see a lot of upside inside this versatile defensive back. Left displays on film a variety of traits that translate to the college game and he still has plenty of room for growth with both his body and his game. The Firebirds senior is a strong tackler that will lay some vicious hits. He recognizes the play early then attacks without hesitation, showing a quick first and enough speed to make plays all over the secondary. That kind of skill set to me says Left would fit perfectly at nickelback where he can cover in the slot and make plays against the run game. I could see him forming into a safety as well. I also see value with this Nashville native on special teams. I see this addition by Western Ky as a value pick due to Left's ability to handle several roles on the back end. It may take a little time to get acclimated but I project Left to become a starter down the line with All-Conference potential.    <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/lleft.jpg?w=1020" alt="" class="wp-image-2216577" style="aspect-ratio:0.9961032073600959;width:256px;height:auto" /></figure>