A Deep Dive into Trenton Smiths Transfer and Other Prospect News
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A lot happened this past week. Tons of elite 2023 prospects got offers following camp visits – and a huge 2024 transfer took place, as well. Let’s dive in with one of the biggest headlines of the week: Trenton…
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A lot happened this past week. Tons of elite 2023 prospects got offers following camp visits – and a huge 2024 transfer took place, as well.
Let’s dive in with one of the biggest headlines of the week: Trenton Smith Trenton Smith 6'2" | 205 lbs | QB Ankeny Centennial | 2024 State IA is transferring from Ames to Ankeny Centennial. This is an excellent move by Trenton for two reasons. First, Centennial has been the better program than Ames over the past couple of years, and moving to Centennial gives Trenton a more structured and competitive team experience. Second, Centennial’s system fits him perfectly. Trenton is a fast, mobile QB, but he can also play with his arm, especially in the short passing game Centennial loves to run. The transition from Ames to Centennial puts him in a position to succeed and elevate the notice he gets as a prospect. It’s also a great get for Ankeny Centennial, who received the number one QB in the class of 2024.
Jamison Patton Jamison Patton 6'2" | 190 lbs | DB Des Moines Roosevelt | 2023 State IA scored his first Division One offer yesterday from Iowa State. Jamison is an amazing athlete who has the ability to play a variety of different positions on the field. Iowa State is recruiting Jamison as a safety, and this is a good move. Iowa State had already made an offer to JJ Kohl JJ Kohl 6'6" | 225 lbs | QB Ankeny | 2023 State IA , so they weren’t looking for a QB, but they knew that Jamison was too gifted an athlete to pass by. I believe this is the start of a big summer for Jamison, who should still land a couple more offers.
Kai Black Kai Black 6'4" | 205 lbs | WR Urbandale | 2023 State IA also received a offer from Iowa State. Kai Black Kai Black 6'4" | 205 lbs | WR Urbandale | 2023 State IA was very impressive at the Iowa State Camp, showing elite size and athleticism. Kai is 6-4 205 lbs (which is crazy for only being a sophomore). Iowa State loves big WR, and Kai definitely fits that category. On top of that, he could have a huge junior season, especially with Peyton Rottinghaus Peyton Rottinghaus 6'0" | 180 lbs | QB Urbandale | 2023 State IA returning. Kai has one of the highest upsides in the state, and it is clear that colleges are starting to recognize that.The
JJ Kohl JJ Kohl 6'6" | 225 lbs | QB Ankeny | 2023 State IA hype is still building. Iowa recently offered the 2023 Ankeny QB, making it his second Division One offer. JJ still has upcoming camps to attend, and I expect at least one more offer for him this summer. JJ is 6-6 225 lbs and has a cannon. That by itself gets you offers if you perform during camp. He and Kai have some of the best upsides in the state, and it’s starting to show on the recruiting trail.
That wraps it up for the prospect news this past week. Let me know if there is anything else!o