2005 Pre-Season All Americans
By: Greg Powers and Max Emfinger
Offensive All Americans:
Quarterback:
Tim Tebow (6'2, 225, 4.6)
Nease, Florida
Stats: 4,304 yards, 46 touchdowns
Summary: Tebow has all the throws, to go along with a very strong arm. He also forces the defenses to place a spy on him, as he is lethal on the run as well (1,227 yards, 24 tds). Those two talent combinations were proven virtually unstoppable as he scored an astonishing 70 touchdowns as a junior! At a Nike camp this spring, Tebow showed off his strength by bench-pressing 185 pounds 38 times. He is considering a host of schools headlined by Florida and Michigan.
Tailback:
Chris Wells (6'2, 230, 4.5) {Ohio State Verbal}
Garfield (Akron), Ohio
Stats: 1939 yards, 20 touchdowns
Summary: When it comes to being a complete running back, Chris Wells is in a class by himself. He possesses great size, speed, and has the ability to break a defenders ankle on a great cutback. Wells has been a varsity starter since his freshman season, and will be an early enrollee at Ohio State where he has committed.
Tailback:
Lesean McCoy (5'11, 205, 4.4)
Bishop Mcdevitt
Stats: 2,828 yards, 33 touchdowns
Summary: McCoy is a great running back. He is probably the best cutback runner in the nation, and when he hits the seam, he is gone. No team that he has played against over the last two years has had an answer for him, and he will look for that to carry on to his college career. All of the big name schools are in on Lesean, and he has yet to narrow his list.
Receiver:
Adron Tennell (6'5, 200, 4.4) {Oklahoma Verbal}
Irving, Texas
Stats: 823 yards, 9 touchdowns
Summary: Tennell put up great numbers in an offense that is notorious for their potent rushing attack. If you are looking for straight across the line receiving talent, then Adron is the guy. He is in the mold of a Mike Williams and will have the NFL scouts drooling over the chance to draft him in 4 years. The Oklahoma Sooners were more than happy to receive a verbal pledge from Tennell this summer.
Receiver:
Percy Harvin (6,1. 200, 4.4)
Landstown, Virginia
Stats: 1016 yards, 17 touchdowns
Summary: Harvin is electric with the ball in his hands. Harvin has also proven that he can step his game up in the crunch. As a junior, he compiled 475 total yards of offense as he led his team to their first State Championship. Florida schools, USC, and Michigan seem to be leading the charge to land the services of this great athlete.
Tight End:
Konrad Reuland (6'6, 240, 4.7)
Mission Viejo, California
Stats: 800 yards, 7 touchdowns
Summary: Reuland has all the tools you look for in a tight end. He blocks well and looks as if he has four inches of stick-em on his hands when he reaches his long arms out to receive a pass. He also has nice speed for his size and runs precise routes. Reuland is considering Ohio State, Southern Cal, UCLA and Nebraska.
Tackle:
Aaron Brown (6'6, 280)
Princeton, Ohio
Stats: N/A
Summary: Brown was offered by a who's who of colleges extremely early on. The media whirlwind died down after he was updated by almost every school website that had offered. The one thing that has stayed constant is Brown's talent. He has a long reach and is quick enough to truly project as a tackle. If you are looking for a potential high round draft pick then Brown would be the odds on favorite to be that guy in 4-5 years. Ohio State, Auburn, and Va Tech lead.
Guard:
Antonio Logan-El (6'4, 305, 5.1) {Maryland Verbal}
Forrestville, Maryland
Stats: N/A
Summary: Logan-El is an athletic and powerful offensive lineman. When he gets a hold of a defender it usually over as he can drive block as good or better than any other offensive lineman in the nation can. He had some dominating performances on the spring/summer camp circuit where he was able to show off his speed and one on one blocking ability. He is a soft verbal to Maryland, but is still considering a few others.
C/OG:
Andre Smith (6'4, 325)
Huffman, Alabama
Stats: N/A
Summary: Andre Smith is one of the nations most highly touted offensive lineman. He began garnering offers well before his senior season. He first put his name on everyone’s recruiting list by having a dominant performance at the Army Combine in January. He is considering Auburn and Alabama alongside a host of other nationally prominent names.
Guard:
Connor Smith (6'5, 280) {Ohio State Verbal}
Colerain, Ohio
Stats: N/A
Summary: Connor Smith is one of the Nations most physical linemen. Despite playing in one of the best high school rushing attacks, he is a very polished pass blocker. Smith was one of the summer’s hottest commodities, as he was being pursued by schools like Southern Cal, Florida, and Michigan before giving his verbal commitment to the Buckeyes on July 31st.
Tackle:
Carl Johnson (6'5, 340, 5.1) {Florida Verbal}
Southern Durham, North Carolina
Stats: N/A
Summary: Johnson is very fleet of foot for a man his size. It is almost hard to believe how quick he latches on and drives his man out of the play. Although he is a gigantic tackle prospect, it is his athleticism that sets him apart from some of the other top tier talents. Johnson is the guy you want watching your quarterbacks blind side. He has given his verbal to the Florida Gators.
Defensive All Americans:
End:
Eddie Jones (6'4, 250 4.7) {Texas Verbal}
Kilgore, Texas
Stats: 131 tackles, 12 sacks
Summary: Jones may be the prototypical defensive end. He has long arms for batting down passes, and has great speed off the edge. He also has the strength to shed off great offensive lineman and still make plays in run support. Jones decided to end his recruitment early on when he verballed to Texas in early April.
Tackle:
Al Woods (6'4, 325, 5.1) {LSU Verbal}
Elton, Louisiana
Stats: 100 tackles, 3 sacks
Summary: Woods is the prototypical run stuffing defensive tackle. He is big and athletic, and he not only freed up the linebackers to make plays in the backfield, he resides there a lot himself. On film, he is one of those guys that plays with a great motor pursuing plays all over the field. Woods will suit up in college for his home state LSU Tigers
Tackle:
Gerald McCoy (6'4, 305)
Southeast, Oklahoma
Stats: 83 tackles, 20 sacks
Summary: McCoy has one of the quickest first steps despite position. By the time, the ball is snapped he is already in the backfield reeking havoc. His strength has also been talked about in a lot of recruiting circles as McCoy boasts a 360-pound bench and a 705-pound squat. Oklahoma, Southern Cal, Miami seem to be the front-runners to land McCoy.
End:
Micah Johnson (6'2, 260, 4.7)
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
Stats: 173 tackles, 3 sacks
Summary: Micah is the most athletic big man at his size that I have seen play in a long time. He reminds me of a Terrell Suggs type of player and I could see him play that rogue position from his defensive end spot. He will definitely be a hard one to keep out of the offensive backfield. His recruitment has consisted of most of the Midwest.
Linebacker:
Akeem Hebron (6-2, 200, 4.5) {Georgia Verbal}
Good Counsel, Maryland
Stats: 95 tackles, 5 sacks
Summary: From his spot at linebacker, Akeem is a vicious hitter. He explodes on the ball carrier. He also shows the ability to bull rush past the line and administer the type of hits that will have the quarterback constantly looking over his shoulder. Akeem shows great speed, with the ability to police the field from sideline to sideline. Hebron has given a verbal pledge to play for Georgia.
Linebacker:
Sergio Kindle (6-4, 225, 4.5) {Texas Verbal}
Woodrow Wilson, Texas
Stats: 125 tackles, 8 sacks
Summary: Kindle is a raw force on the field. He has the size, speed, and strength that leave football enthusiasts in awe. When he suits up this fall, he is going to be running for his fourth consecutive 1,000-yard season. Kindle is a great running back in high school, but he projects to play linebacker for the home state Texas Longhorns.
Linebacker:
Allen Bradford (5'11, 220, 4.4)
Colton, California
Stats: 129 tackles, 6 sacks
Summary: Bradford is probably the fastest rising player in the nation. He is a physical beast for his size and can absolutely destroy a running back or chase him down from the complete opposite side of the field. Bradford was probably the best all around camp performer on the spring/summer camp circuit. Southern Cal, UCLA, California, Ohio State, Georgia, and Oklahoma are hot on his trail.
Corner
Darrin Walls (6'1, 200, 4.4)
Woodland Hills, Pennsylvania
Stats: 67 tackles, 6 interceptions
Summary: Walls makes all the plays you expect out of a high school superstar. Despite all the huge plays that Walls has on offense, He is even more impressive as a corner. He showed aggression and good tackling skills in run support. He also has the ability to get a good break on the ball when it is in the air. He best pure cover corner in the America. Michigan, Miami, Pittsburgh, and Notre Dame appear to be the leaders for Walls.
Safety:
Taylor Mays (6'3, 220, 4.5){USC Verbal}
O'Dea, Washington
Stats: 89 tackles, 5 interceptions
Summary: Mays is the top prospect in the West. He possesses great ability to play on both sides of the ball. Mays is a "mister do it all" for O'dea, as he plays all of the offensive skill positions in addition to manning his safety spot. Michigan, Southern Cal. California, and Washington are the schools he is taking into consideration. His father Stafford is a Washington alum.
Safety:
Antwine Perez (6'1, 200, 4.4)
Woodrow Wilson, New Jersey
Stats: 58 tackles, 5 interceptions
Summary: Perez plays quarterback for Woodrow, which shows his athletic ability and leadership skills. Perez is one of the nations biggest hitters. Perez may have been the nations most heavily recruited DB early on, as all the big time schools have made their pitch. USC, Michigan, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and LSU lead.
Corner:
Myron Rolle (6'3, 215, 4.5)
The Hun School, New Jersey
Stats: 83 tackles, 4 interceptions
Summary: Rolle exploded on to the scene before his sophomore season, when he was extended an offer to play at Oklahoma University after performing well at their summer camp. He was originally slated at safety or runningback, but has persisted in wanting to be a corner. Oklahoma, Miami, Michigan, Penn State, Florida State, and Florida lead.
Athlete / Return Man:
C.J. Spiller (5'10, 190, 4.3)
Union County, Florida
Stats: 1,415 yards, 20 touchdowns
Summary: Spiller is hands down one of the fastest players in the nation boasting a 4.3 (forty) and 10.4 (100 meters). He is also a complete back as he shows great hands coming out of the backfield. Spiller is a dangerous return man as well, and it is fun to watch him use that speed in the open field. Spiller is the Ted Ginn/Reggie Bush type of athlete that any school is dying to get their hands on. Florida, Florida State, Miami, Auburn, and Ohio State are schools that Spiller is considering.
Super Athlete:
Jamar Hornsby (6'4, 20, 4.4)
Sandalwood, Florida
Stats: 125 tackles, 5 interceptions, 411 yards receiving
Summary: Hornsby is another one of those super-sized freak athletes. He could wind up being a superstar on offense, defense, or as a two way player. I would personally utilize his great talents at receiver where he could get his hands on the ball. Michigan, Ohio State, Southern Cal, and Florida are the top schools on his list.