'19 TX LB/DE Nana Osafo-Mensah (Notre Dame Signee)

[Luckylucci]

Pretty impressive read. If he truly goes that hard in practice and is able to keep that up at the collegiate level, I think he's going to quickly become a coaches favorite. Nana and Foskey, oh my!

 

[ResLife Hero]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Extremely proud of <a href="https://twitter.com/NaNaOsafo2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NaNaOsafo2</a> as he continues to do big things! <br><br>Thank you to <a href="https://twitter.com/19AllAmerican?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@19AllAmerican</a> for coming on campus to present Nana his All-American Bowl Jersey <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/iroNClad?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#iroNClad</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EstoDux?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EstoDux</a> <a href="https://t.co/wySDwx7g9g">pic.twitter.com/wySDwx7g9g</a></p>— Nolan Catholic 🏈 (@NolanCatholicFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/NolanCatholicFB/status/1063115963346927616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 15, 2018</a></blockquote>
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[Luckylucci]

Pretty hilarious that 247 dropped him in their rankings after he's had two really good performances, back to back, against some of the best competition they had faced up to this point. It's honestly like they don't even pay attention.

 

[arrowryan]

I was unknowingly stranding next to him for a brief moment at the game last weekend. I knew it was a recruit, but wasn't sure which one until I saw "Nana" on his name tag. Idk how much he weighs, but he's all of 6'3"-6'4"; he is one where they aren't lying on the recruiting profiles.

 

[shortynd01]

I was unknowingly stranding next to him for a brief moment at the game last weekend. I knew it was a recruit, but wasn't sure which one until I saw "Nana" on his name tag. Idk how much he weighs, but he's all of 6'3"-6'4"; he is one where they aren't lying on the recruiting profiles.

Was going to post the same, I'm 6'4" and I walked by him before the game. Legit height.

 

[ResLife Hero]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ICYMI: <a href="https://twitter.com/NolanCatholicFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NolanCatholicFB</a>'s <a href="https://twitter.com/NaNaOsafo2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NaNaOsafo2</a> wins the Defensive Player of the Year Bobblehead! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IHSS?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IHSS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TXHSFB?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TXHSFB</a><a href="https://t.co/02CIoSCFPy">https://t.co/02CIoSCFPy</a> <a href="https://t.co/dBLmYL2Fjh">pic.twitter.com/dBLmYL2Fjh</a></p>— DFW Inside High School Sports (@ihss_dfw) <a href="https://twitter.com/ihss_dfw/status/1070030195590119424?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2018</a></blockquote>
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[Veritate Duce Progredi]

Ohhhh, so excited to see what he grows into. He can have a year of growth, situational playing then he's going to be needed

 

[Luckylucci]

Ohhhh, so excited to see what he grows into. He can have a year of growth, situational playing then he's going to be needed

Good situation to be in for him and Justin A. More than likely they'll get another year of situational work/S&C program, while building towards taking over the two deep in 20'.

 

[Me2SouthBend]

Good situation to be in for him and Justin A. More than likely they'll get another year of situational work/S&C program, while building towards taking over the two deep in 20'.

Will Nana's best year be better than Julian Okwara's yr this yr.? JO has been tremendous.

 

[Luckylucci]

Will Nana's best year be better than Julian Okwara's yr this yr.? JO has been tremendous.

That's tough, Julian has been pretty darn good and I expect he'll be even better next year. I'll defer until I at least see him in the Spring.

 

[Mavericknyc1980]

Can’t wait.

 

[arrowryan]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">SIGNED: Texas DE NaNa Osafo-Mensah has sent his National Letter of Intent to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NotreDame</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NSD19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NSD19</a> <a href="https://t.co/MpnjOxt8C8">https://t.co/MpnjOxt8C8</a></p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/1075378125360558080?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Now lacing up the gloves for the Irish... from Fort Worth, Texas... <a href="https://twitter.com/NaNaOsafo2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NaNaOsafo2</a>.<br><br>This young man is gritty and focused with the desire to be excellent.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoIrish?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoIrish</a> ☘️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FightClub19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FightClub19</a> <a href="https://t.co/qAk0SRNRUS">pic.twitter.com/qAk0SRNRUS</a></p>— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDFootball/status/1075385507717308416?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What can't Nana Osafo-Mensah do?! <br><br>We're excited to add this unwavering defensive lineman to our program.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GraduatingChampions?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GraduatingChampions</a> <a href="https://t.co/KcGu6zEXh0">pic.twitter.com/KcGu6zEXh0</a></p>— Brian Kelly (@CoachBrianKelly) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBrianKelly/status/1075389280711794689?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">An explosive pass rusher who brings every trait we look for in a Notre Dame football player on and off the field.<br><br> <a href="https://twitter.com/NaNaOsafo2?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NaNaOsafo2</a> strives for Excellence day in and day out. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FightClub19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FightClub19</a> <a href="https://t.co/KBo6lAYO7U">pic.twitter.com/KBo6lAYO7U</a></p>— Mike Elston (@CoachMikeElston) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMikeElston/status/1075390346459271168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2018</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

 

[beryirish]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Texas DE NaNa Osafo-Mensah’s stats this season: 55 tackles, 24 TFLs, 23 QB hurries, 14 sacks, 4 PBUs, 3 fumble recoveries, 2 forced fumbles and one bobble head of himself created. <a href="https://t.co/sEe69VNfDI">https://t.co/sEe69VNfDI</a> <a href="https://t.co/qK5WRUHNoS">https://t.co/qK5WRUHNoS</a></p>— Carter Karels (@CarterKarels) <a href="https://twitter.com/CarterKarels/status/1075387673089638401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2018</a></blockquote>
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[RDU Irish]

"unwaivering DL to our program" - I think that is meant to be a compliment to loyalty but kind of sounds like a shot across someone's bow?

I like this kid - seems like a contagious personality and seems to have a lot of upside for Balis.

 

[NDVirginia19]

If his big play celebration isn't a finger wag downfield I'm going to be disappointed

 

[BobbyMac]

ESP profile update:

Old R&R's:
Rivals: 5.8 Rating, #17 TX, #6 OLB, #160 Overall
247: 93 Rating, #13 TX, #6 WDE, #104 Overall
ESPN: 83 Rating, #24 TX, #18 DE, #160 Overall
247 Composite: 94.72 Rating, #17 TX, #7 WDE, #118 Overall

R&R's - 12-19-19
247 Comp: ..... 4* ..... #7 WDE ..... #138 OA ..... .9407 rating
247: ............... 4* ..... #7 WDE ..... #113 OA ...... 94
Rivals: ............ 4* ..... #9 WDE ..... #200 OA ...... 5.8
ESPN: ............. 4* ..... #18 DE ...... #160 OA ...... 83

No Sr. Highlight - Here's Jr. Highlight
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[GoldenToTheGrave]

If this year has shown us anything is that a pass rush is key to closing out games once we're ahead. We've been stacking talent a linebacker, DB, and interior line, but having a high end pass rusher is perhaps key to completing this defensive class. We'll still need more next year but getting Nana on board is huge.

 

[ab2cmiller]

If this year has shown us anything is that a pass rush is key to closing out games once we're ahead. We've been stacking talent a linebacker, DB, and interior line, but having a high end pass rusher is perhaps key to completing this defensive class. We'll still need more next year but getting Nana on board is huge.

BINGO. Nana was my favorite signee.

 

[irishff1014]

His stats at check in

6’2 5/8
224.8 pounds
31.5 inch arms
8.5 inch hands

 

[NDBoiler]

In before Jmercy - does he star at DE day 1?

 

[dad4aa]

In before Jmercy - does he star at DE day 1?

I can't see him starting over Khalid, Daelin or Julian next year.

 

[Irish#1]

In before Jmercy - does he star at DE day 1?

He'll be a freshman. No

 

[BobbyMac]

I can't see him starting over Khalid, Daelin or Julian next year.

You have good eyesight.

There isn't a HS DE in the class of 2019 that would start at ND next season.

 

[BobbyMac]

BTW...

What's with the T-Rex arms of him and Kristofic???

Hopefully there is some SEC numbnut measuring from the armpit otherwise we're getting a couple of alligators for 4.5* signees.

 

[NDBoiler]

I can't see him starting over Khalid, Daelin or Julian next year.

He'll be a freshman. No

Dang, didn’t think that needed italics...

 

[dad4aa]

Dang, didn’t think that needed italics...

Sorry but with some of the posts lately (not yours)....you never know who is serious and who isn't (no italics)

 

[dublinirish]

will wear #18 his freshman year

 

[Domina Nostra]

Now a 3-star on Rivals! Seems to me he's a 4-star SDE, like Kareem.

 

[NDIrish88]

This is ridiculous how far he has dropped in the rankings.

 

[BeauBenken]

I did not watch the All-American games, but did he not play that well? He was dropped significantly by both Rivals and 247sports.