Weekly rankings notes: Early commitments and new players to know in the 2024 class

Omaha (Nebraska) Elkhorn Southern two-way standout Ashton Murphy 247sports national recruiting analyst and Midwest guru Allen Trieu has caught the attention of recruiters on both sides of the line of scrimmage, but Murphy’s ceiling is likely higher offensively, according to 247sports national recruiting analyst and Midwest guru Allen Trieu. At 6’5″ and 240 pounds, Murphy has plenty of frame space to add the bulk he needs. He uses a defensive approach based on strength and effort and a fast, body-controlled style in offensive attacks. Debuting on 247Sports at a highly ranked No. 88, Murphy also has an athletic record in the form of shot put participation, including throwing 55’7″ as a sophomore in the spring of 2022. Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming, Air Force and Northern Iowa have offered Murphy so far.

“Wallingford (CT) Choate Rosemary Hall outstanding Manuel Beigel grew up in Germany playing football and then switched to football. He impressed Wolverine during a summer camp performance. Dissecting your game from the fall, Beigel shoots the ball well, showing the ability to continue to block the run with control of the legs. He has a kickstep to handle outside speed and his body is securely controlled.

“Beigel needs to keep developing his technique, but his athleticism comes through during the game when he blocks down or in space. Athleticism and the ability to play low should be reflected in the defensive line.” Brian Don, 247, national recruiting analyst for Sports.

“Duke and Wake Forest have been secretly battling their way to recruiting for many of the same prospects over the past few weeks after the two ACC adversaries staged big Juniors Day events last month. One of the prospects that got the Blue Devils to beat the Deacons’ Demons on Friday is Sanford, Fla., a Seminole defensive lineman. Preston Watson. He was a devastating force in the middle last fall as he managed to consistently build up pressure by taking part in the top division competition in the Sunshine State.

“Watson may be under 6ft 2in, but he has a confirmed wingspan of 78in and last summer hit 5.01 in a 40-yard snatch with 270lbs. Turn on the tape, and the speed of Watson’s first step shows up correctly. away as he constantly folds pockets and produces negative plays. He will debut on 247Sports with a respectable high three-star rating of 87. Needing a little spice, Watson could end up being a good part of Mike Elko’s program. , leading to major defensive changes in 2022.” — Andrew Ivins, 247Sporting Director of Scouting

Delran High School (NJ) Kenny Jones (strong three-star86 at 247Sports) is suitable for multidisciplinary college athletic programs as it also throws the shot put. His best shot of 49-0.25 last spring is a promising number that can be translated as a blast. He has a strong kickoff and uses it to stop defenders. He quickly brings his hands inside and his upper body strength is shown when he interacts with a defender.

“Jones shows some foot speed when he shoots and locks in the lead for non-grabbing runs. Then the physical elements of his game come into play, as well as his general quickness and athleticism.” — Brian Don, 247, national recruiting analyst for Sports.

Baylor added a commitment on Thursday from Brock Jackson, a defensively motorized prospect who could fit into multiple roles depending on the staff. The Lumberton, Texas standout stood between 6’3″ and 6’4″ and weighed about 230 pounds in the final off-season and looked the part in the fall when he reportedly hit over 60 tackles, about 20 tackles to lose. and six sacks for the Lumberton team, which went 11–2 to advance to the third round of the Texas Class 4A Division I playoffs.

Jackson, who will debut as strong three-star 86 at 247Sports, tries to play but also shows some technical nuances in his moveset. It could be used as a larger endfield defender, or bulked up and played like a more traditional handball piece on the ground. He adds basketball to his sports profile to provide the multi-sport experience he desires.

New Oklahoma State Commitment Rodney Fields looks like a fitting addition to the Cowboys’ offense. At 5ft 9in and 187lbs, Fields packs some dynamite into a relatively smaller frame as he finishes runs with surprising power and displays reassuring contact balance. He also plays above average speed, as evidenced by his sophomore 100m scores of 10.98, 11.05, 11.15 and 11.17 in May 2021.

For Southeast Oklahoma City Fields last fall, he ran for 1,147 yards and 17 touchdowns for 10-plus yards per throw, a tally he has maintained for two seasons. He has also shown a promising ability to catch passes, in addition to having the OKC Southeast consistently defending at linebacker in 2022. Fields debuted as a strong three-star 86 on 247Sports with data that could fuel further ascent as the 2024 cycle progresses.

“Los Angeles Loyola” Rashad Westbrooks (to a strong three-star 86 at 247Sports) is a player capable of playing guard or tackle in college. He has a tackle length and legs with an 80-inch wing, but he shows the stiffness to play on the inside. He’s just started playing offensively and has had great success over the past year and we love his game. The State of Colorado, Louisville, Nevada, and UNLV offered proposals.” Greg Biggins, 247, National Recruiting Analyst.

Oklahoma State is no stranger to East Texas. The Cowboys have identified another prospect for Piney Woods in 2024 safety. Willie Nelson, which dedicated Friday to the Pokes. The Longview, Texas standout is one of the top defensemen on Team Lobo, who went 14-1 to advance to the Texas State Semifinals, Class 5A, Division I in December. Nelson finished his junior season with 77 tackles, two tackles for a loss, five interceptions (two touchdowns) and five assists.

Nelson, strong three-star 86 at 247Sports, plays a conscious role in protecting Longview’s elite defense. His instinctive style and functional athleticism, backed up by athletics, allows him to cover a wide territorial range in the back of the defense. His ball-handling ability is above average – and the numbers bear it out, given more than 150 stops in two seasons – compared to his smaller advertised size of 5ft 9in and 170lbs. Nelson also provides special value to the team, whether it’s a return game, a block unit, or a shooter.

“Los Angeles (California) Loyola Athlete Isaiah Sanders (three-star 85 at 247Sports) is a linebacker/edge hybrid who has performed reps in both positions. He started the national team (National Training Exhibition in Las Vegas) as a linebacker and looked good in space before moving into the defensive line group for 1v1 play. He has an explosive first pitch and demonstrates natural passing skills. It weighed 6-3,214 pounds with a wingspan of 78 inches and arms of 10 inches. Sanders recently announced his first offer from UNLV.” Greg Biggins, 247, National Recruiting Analyst.

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