New Year, New Exciting Names to Know
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A new year is upon us and 2022 will provide a new opportunity for prospects across the state of Tennessee to make names for themselves and jump on the radar as possible college recruits. The outgoing recruiting class still has…
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Continue ReadingA new year is upon us and 2022 will provide a new opportunity for prospects across the state of Tennessee to make names for themselves and jump on the radar as possible college recruits.
The outgoing recruiting class still has a month to finish up their process but all eyes will soon focus on prospects from the 2023 and 2024 recruiting classes and both groups appear to have several high quality talents to scout much deeper.
Many of the names below are prospects that currently sit under the radar but have the talent and upside to eventually be considered Power Five, Division 1 or FCS level recruits.
2023 Prospects
(WR) Demetrius Bell (6’1 165) – McGavock
– Bell is an electric, game breaking talent that has Power Five and NFL upside. He has elite quickness off the line and separation away from defenders that makes him a scary receiver to cover. Many do not know much about Bell at this time but he is a prime candidate to bust loose with a lot of college offers very soon and become an elite prospect.
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6’0” 2023 ATH Demitrius Bell Demitrius Bell 6'1" | 170 lbs | WR McGavock | 2023 State TN (@db1_1o)
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Bo Burklow
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6'4" | 235 lbs | TE
CPA | 2023
State
TN
(6’4 230) – CPA
– This past season as a junior, Burklow was a solid contributor and every down player but was not the lead guy. That changes this year as the Lions two way talent will be expected to step up into a lead role and produce at both tight end and defensive end. Burklow is a big and talented young man that will be heavily recruited sooner than later.
(DB) Osize Daniyan Osize Daniyan 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Mt. Juliet | 2023 State TN (6’1 ½ 185) – Mt. Juliet
– This guy doesn’t know how good he can be and the moment he does, watch out! Daniyan sports the size, arm length and athleticism that collegiate coaches love. Ole Miss has already extended an offer but this Golden Bears defensive back has the talents to gain many, many more, so watch out for this guy going forward.
(WR) London Humphreys London Humphreys 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR CPA | 2023 State TN (6’3 185) – CPA
– Humphreys had a breakout year this season as a junior which in turn has made him a legit college recruit. The biggest trait about Humphreys that excites you is his speed and big play abilities. He was the Lions home run threat and this offseason, Humphreys plans to display these skills in hopes for college offers.
(QB) Charles Robinson Charles Robinson 6'1" | 165 lbs | QB Webb | 2023 TN , Jr (6’1 185) – Knox. Webb
– Watch out for this East Tennessee signal caller over the next few months as I expect Robinson, Jr to become a hot name and a highly recruited prospect. He had a strong junior season then showed up to our #PRZTN Showcase earlier this month and impressed everybody. Robinson, Jr has the arm talent and athleticism that D1 coaches are looking for.
Others to Know: (DB) D.J. Adams D.J. Adams 6'1" | 165 lbs | DB Cleveland | 2023 State TN – Cleveland, (RB) Juan Bullard Juan Bullard 6'1" | 205 lbs | RB East Hamilton | 2023 State TN – East Hamilton, (DE) Demonte Cook Demonte Cook 6'2" | 240 lbs | DL Lebanon | 2023 State TN – Lebanon, (DB) (DB) Byron Davis Byron Davis 5'10" | 185 lbs | DB Cane Ridge | 2023 State TN – Cane Ridge, (Ath) Malaki Dowell Malaki Dowell 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB White Co. | 2023 State TN – White Co., (TE) Drew Evans Drew Evans 6'5" | 225 lbs | TE Dyer Co. | 2023 State TN – Dyer Co., (LB) Noah Gravel Noah Gravel 6'0" | 210 lbs | LB Baylor | 2023 State TN – Baylor, (RB) Konor Heaton Konor Heaton 5'8" | 175 lbs | RB Coffee Co. | 2023 TN – Coffee Co., (TE) Jahlin Osborne Jahlin Osborne 6'4" | 215 lbs | TE Coffee. Co. Central | 2023 State TN – Coffee Co., (Ath) Devin Johnson II Devin Johnson II 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Briarcrest | 2023 State TN – Briarcrest, (Ath) Martez Cooksey, Jr – Ensworth, (WR) Reed Linder Reed Linder 5'10" | 180 lbs | WR Briarcrest Christian | 2023 State TN – Briarcrest, (LB) Jayson Lowe Jayson Lowe 6'2" | 210 lbs | LB Brentwood | 2023 State TN – Brentwood, (WR) Triston Lurry Triston Lurry 5'10" | 165 lbs | WR Houston | 2023 TN – Houston, (QB) Jack McLaughlin Jack McLaughlin 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Christian Brothers | 2023 State TN – Chrst. Brothers, (LB) Tyler Nix Tyler Nix 6'4" | 220 lbs | ATH Beech | 2023 State TN – Beech, (S) Nolan Sandefur Nolan Sandefur 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB Lebanon | 2023 TN – Lebanon, (WR) Boyce Smith Boyce Smith 5'10" | 185 lbs | WR Page | 2023 State TN – Page, (LB) Jackson Steele Jackson Steele 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Carter | 2023 State TN – Carter, (DB) LaVonte Sutton LaVonte Sutton 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB Cane Ridge | 2023 TN – Cane Ridge, (RB) Bralyn Taylor Bralyn Taylor 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB Dyer Co. | 2023 State TN – Dyer Co., (LB) Isaiah Thomison Isaiah Thomison 6'3" | 230 lbs | LB Fayetteville | 2023 State TN – Fayetteville, (S) Marco Tyson Marco Tyson 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Bartlett | 2023 State TN – Bartlett, (WR) Bryson Vowell Bryson Vowell 6'4" | 190 lbs | WR Anderson Co. | 2023 State TN – Anderson Co.
2024 Prospects
(DE) D.J. Allen D.J. Allen 6'4" | 225 lbs | DL Germantown | 2024 State TN (6’4 215) – Germantown
– Word is beginning to get out on this Red Devils edge rusher and Allen could be positioning himself as the top in-state defensive end college prospect for the 2024 class. This Memphis area edge rusher sports nice size, arm length and the frame to take on more weight as well as the explosion to cause havoc in the backfield. Expect a big offseason ahead for Allen!
(S) Brody Blankenship Brody Blankenship 6'2" | 200 lbs | DB Alcoa | 2024 State TN (6’1 190) – Carter
– Blankenship isn’t an unknown guy but for some reason he still sits without an offer, however that should be changing very soon! The Hornets star safety is a straight playmaker that produces on both sides of the ball. Some college coaches may view Blankenship as a better wide out but his upside sits best on defense where he can roam the field, making powerful hits and plays on the ball.
(DB) Joshua Hampton Joshua Hampton 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Baylor | 2024 State TN (6’2 180) – Baylor
– The next great prospect to come out of Baylor could be Hampton as the guy sports the college size, length and skill set that coaches look for. This Red Raiders defender got his feet wet this past season as a sophomore where at times he dominated his position and looked like a future P5 cornerback. No offers just but that will change soon.
(LB) Crews Law Crews Law 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB CPA | 2024 State TN (6’1 205) – CPA
– The Law name at CPA continues with this linebacker and he could have bigger upside than his older brother (Who is headed to Vanderbilt to play baseball). The younger Law is well built already with a frame that can take on added weight. He is also quite active with a nose for the ball. Law has already been targeted by college coaches but is still waiting on the offers.
(RB) Elijah Robb Elijah Robb 5'9" | 200 lbs | RB Pope Prep | 2024 State TN (5’9 185) – Pope Prep
– This is a talented back that was given the lead role this past season as a sophomore and he did not disappoint. Robb is a strong, well balanced back that can hit the home run or churn out the tough yards. He is also a willing blocker and developing receiver, so he brings a lot of skills to the backfield. Look for Robb to become a household name over the next two years.
Others to Know: (LB) Jack Alley Jack Alley 6'2" | 215 lbs | LB Farragut | 2024 State TN – Farragut, (DE) Trevor Anthony Trevor Anthony 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Lausanne | 2024 State TN – Lausanne, (Ath) Cam Davis Cam Davis 6'0" | 200 lbs | RB Westview | 2024 State TN – Westview, (QB) Aidan Glover Aidan Glover 6'3" | 195 lbs | QB Collierville | 2024 State TN – MUS, (Ath) Malik Grizzard Malik Grizzard 6'0" | 185 lbs | ATH Tullahoma | 2024 TN – Tullahoma, (DL) Rodney Hunter Rodney Hunter 6'4" | 270 lbs | DL Whitehaven | 2024 State TN – ECS, (Ath) Ty Clark III Ty Clark III 6'1" | 200 lbs | RB FRA | 2024 State TN – FRA, (RB) Ashton Jones Ashton Jones 5'10" | 205 lbs | RB Oakland | 2024 State TN – DCA, (Ath) Thomas Jones Thomas Jones 5'11" | 175 lbs | DB Smyrna | 2024 State TN – Smyrna, (DE) Steven Soles, Jr Steven Soles, Jr 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Powell | 2024 State TN – Powell, (WR) Matthew Manning Matthew Manning 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Brentwood | 2024 TN – Brentwood, (OL) Ace Meadows Ace Meadows 6'7" | 300 lbs | OL Peabody | 2024 State TN – Peabody, (RB) Omarian Mills Omarian Mills 5'10" | 205 lbs | RB Jefferson Co. | 2024 State TN – Jefferson Co., (Ath) Jaylen Mosby Jaylen Mosby 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB Cane Ridge | 2024 TN – Cane Ridge, (WR) Carlos Orr Carlos Orr 6'4" | 185 lbs | WR Gatlinburg-Pittman | 2024 State TN – Gatlinburg-Pittman, (WR) Jeremiah Reed Jeremiah Reed 6'2" | 190 lbs | WR Bartlett | 2024 State TN – Bartlett, (WR) D’Arious Reed D’Arious Reed 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR Pearl Cohn | 2024 State TN – Pearl Cohn, (DB) Devin Rutherford Devin Rutherford 5'11" | 175 lbs | DB Bartlett | 2024 State TN – Bartlett, (LB) Lance Taylor Lance Taylor 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB Bartlett | 2024 State TN – MAHS, (DB) Kamari Thompson Kamari Thompson 6'0" | 160 lbs | DB Pearl Cohn | 2024 TN – Pearl Cohn, (LB) Donovan Washington Donovan Washington 5'11" | 190 lbs | LB Knox. Central | 2024 TN – Knox. Central