2014 Master List

[Luckylucci]

So, now that McCaffrey has committed to Stanford and Starks doesn't look like a good possibility, will the staff keep pushing to add a Folston-type RB in this class? None of the other names on the list seem particularly interested in ND.

Not sure. My personal opinion is with Bryant/Folston last year and Hood this year we don't need another RB in this class. I think that the recruiting of Starks was because he was extremely talented and had a high interest in ND that we didn't want to pass up. So if I was to venture a guess I would say only very highly touted guys will be recruited at this point.

 

[NDdomer2]

Starks was also very position versatile.

 

[STLDomer]

I think the staff wants either a All Purpose Back or a Slot Reciever in this class

Some names:

McCaffery
Starks
Derrell Scott
Artavis Scott
Johnnie Dixon
Noil
Thompkins
Mixon

More will probably pop up

 

[Luckylucci]

One of Dixon and Scott would be perfect.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

I think the staff wants either a All Purpose Back or a Slot Reciever in this class

I thought so as well until it became clear that we're looking to carry 6 TEs on the roster. Something has to make way for those guys, and I'm guessing it'll be the small shifty Z WRs.

They'll still presumably recruit Riddick-like RBs, but some of the guys you listed there probably can't hack it at RB and are lower on the board as outside WRs.

 

[Irish YJ]

I think the staff wants either a All Purpose Back or a Slot Reciever in this class

Some names:

McCaffery
Starks
Derrell Scott
Artavis Scott
Johnnie Dixon
Noil
Thompkins
Mixon

More will probably pop up

I hate that Starks is probably off the board now. As said above, versatile guy who could play RB, Slot or another WR spot, DB, etc.. Thinking my favorite alts are Mixon and D Scott. Brandt-Sims is an interesting one. Fast and Quick LOL. With his GPA, stats, and measureables, surprised we have not offered.


From Scout

2012 Stats:
AP All-State 4A Running Back
Big Nine League Most Valuable Player
Big Nine League Offensive MVP
Rushing: 1400 yards rushing, 20 TDs
Receiving: 21 receptions, 317 yards, 5 TD's
Career Stats (2011-12):
Rushing: 1996 yards, 25 TDS (20 games)
Receiving: 59 receptions, 830 yards, 11 TD's

Track Stats:
2011: State 4A 100M State Champion- 10.73
2011: State 4A 200M State Champion- 21.29
Fastest Freshman 100, 200 and 400 Meter times in WA State history
2012: State 4A 100M State Champion- 10.60
2012: State 4A 200M State Champion- 21.24
Fastest Sophomore 100 and 200 Meter times in WA State history

Academic Accomplishments:
3.9 GPA
Class Rank- 30th of 463 students

 

[STLDomer]

Johnnie Dixon and Artavis Scott are priorities for this class from what I have read on Rivals and 247. Dixon is the #1 FL WR on NDs board (ahead of Holmes then)

 

[Emcee77]

I thought so as well until it became clear that we're looking to carry 6 TEs on the roster. Something has to make way for those guys, and I'm guessing it'll be the small shifty Z WRs.

They'll still presumably recruit Riddick-like RBs, but some of the guys you listed there probably can't hack it at RB and are lower on the board as outside WRs.

This is why I like Quick. Great outside receiver prospect who could also be great lined up in the slot. It seems like we're not going to recruit true Z receivers any more, but that doesn't mean the only guys lining up in the slot will be RB/Z hybrids or TE/Z hybrids ... why not some outside/inside receiver hybrids, Golden Tate style ... shiftiness to play inside, ball skills to play outside.

 

[Luckylucci]

Johnnie Dixon and Artavis Scott are priorities for this class from what I have read on Rivals and 247. Dixon is the #1 FL WR on NDs board (ahead of Holmes then)

247 has mentioned that Alford has invested a lot of time in these two. I would assume if he's investing that much time its because we envision a spot in the offense for them. With that said I agree Emcee Quick would be a great get as he can line up a lot of different places.

 

[STLDomer]

Updated Offensive portion

Also here's a link to all Crystal Ball Predictions w/ ND:

Notre Dame's Crystal Ball Predictions

 

[NDPhilly]

Updated Offensive portion

Also here's a link to all Crystal Ball Predictions w/ ND:

Notre Dame's Crystal Ball Predictions

Gerry Hamilton changed his prediction on Nick Watkins this morning to Notre Dame. Interesting.

 

[md_bennett]

Gerry Hamilton changed his prediction on Nick Watkins this morning to Notre Dame. Interesting.

I do have to laugh at all the Texas guys and their predictions. "He left ND 4 days ago and didn't commit to them. HE MUST BE OURS THEN!!" The change by Hamilton is far more meaningful to me than the rest.

 

[GoIrish41]

oh no. Hood only has a 12% chance of coming to ND.

 

[STLDomer]

Biggest problem with the Crystal Ball is the blind homerism. That's why I only look at the national/regional guys predictions.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

oh no. Hood only has a 12% chance of coming to ND.

It's cool, bro. Starks still has a 66% chance of getting past admissions!

 

[Ironman8]

Gerry Hamilton changed his prediction on Nick Watkins this morning to Notre Dame. Interesting.

Notre Dame does seem to fit his criteria for a school quite well.....:

“I want to go to a school with a great coaching staff,” said Watkins. “Actually education is first and I want a school that has a great business school. I want a school that I can come in and compete, and that I would have a fair chance to get on the field early. Then I want a great all around environment where I can fit in and have a great time going to college.

“I can play in any defense so where I go that will depend on what my coach wants me to do, and how you can be all things inside those parameters. Style of defense doesn’t really matter to me, because I know I can play corner in any defense.”

 

[KyfightingIrish36]

Couple #NotreDame receiver recruiting notes: Couple ND Notes via @247Sports #ND #Irish

 

[STLDomer]

FYI LSU landed the #1 JUCO player D'haquille Williams, a Wide Reciever. Kid is apparently amazing but has major off field issues.

Doubt LSU can take him, Noil, Quinn, Dupre, Blacknall and Upchurch (committed already). But I don't follow LSU recruiting that much.

 

[Buster Bluth]

I know we jest about SEC making room for whatever they want, but there is just no way they can take them all.

 

[md_bennett]

I know we jest about SEC making room for whatever they want, but there is just no way they can take them all.

Only 6??? A&m took 9 last year so it could happen. Ok maybe not 9 but at least 6. Although you would think that WR would desire to actually have a shot to play at some point. Can't truly imagine them getting them all myself but you just never know when it comes to the SEC.

 

[KyfightingIrish36]

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[Rack Em]

FYI LSU landed the #1 JUCO player D'haquille Williams, a Wide Reciever. Kid is apparently amazing but has major off field issues.

You don't say?

 

[ACamp1900]

Updated Offensive portion

Also here's a link to all Crystal Ball Predictions w/ ND:

Notre Dame's Crystal Ball Predictions

Gerry Hamilton changed his prediction on Nick Watkins this morning to Notre Dame. Interesting.

It also has Hood as 12%......

 

[Bogtrotter07]

You don't say?

Sometimes Rack Em, sometimes you sound just like me, (just thirty years younger!)

 

[blueNDgold44]

Allen, Park, and Dawkins our top 3 targets for QB?

 

[Whiskeyjack]

Allen, Park, and Dawkins our top 3 targets for QB?

According to ISD, yes.

 

[KyfightingIrish36]

In that order?

 

[STLDomer]

Allen, Park, and Dawkins our top 3 targets for QB?

According to Sean Mele their are 3 best targets. That is not the view of the staff necessarily.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

In that order?

In ISD's opinion, yes: Allen > Park > Dawkins. Though as STL pointed out, the staff may feel differently.

 

[connor_in]

Don't forget to add Weishar & Nelson to committed list on top of first page of thread