2016 Master List

[NDPhilly]

Offered as a TE or a DE?

Anna on scout listed him as a TE when she made the post so id assume it's for there. Kid is really good. Should be trying to get one elite TE next year and would love for it to be Asiasi.

 

[Irishman77]

A lot can happen between now and next signing day, as it pertains to transfers, NFL departures, and medicals. Generally, we lose about 2-3 players an off-season. So, assuming 16 is the count right now, and with a few losses, let's say it'll be 20 available. Now, I can see the three 5th years you mentioned coming back in Prosise, Daly and Jarron Jones, assuming he bypasses NFL assuming he has an awesome season. (too many assumptions lol)

So, that'll put the number to 17.

Need wise:

QB: Don't really need one, but it's good to take one every class. This is Golson's last year, and going with 3 scholarship QBs, is fine or somewhat a risk, depending on who you ask. For all extensive purposes, let's say that we'll take one. (1)

RB: We have four, adding one more gives us a solid # (1)

WR: We're losing Brown and Carlisle. Depending on Fuller's season, he could be NFL bound. We have 12 currently, and that's a little rich too begin with. However, I think adding two receivers won't upset the balance. (2)

TE: We have 5, which is perfect. We can pass on one year next year. Especially since our top target, Hausmann, committed to Ohio State last week.

OL: We'll lose four players. Martin & Hegarty are out of eligibility. Harrell I don't see coming back (too early to assume, who knows, he may have a Mike Golic senior season), and Stanley, unless he craps the bed on the field, won't return for another year. Meaning, we'll have 11 scholarship OL. Kelly always talks about depth up front on the OL, and having 15 bodies there is perfect. (It's what we had there this past season) So let's say 4. Two OT's and 2 OG/Cs. (4)

DE: Okwara is out of eligibility. But I don't see it as a big need as it may appear to be. Bo Wallace will most likely grow into that Weakside role, and we'll still have Rochell, Trumbetti, Blankenship, Jhonny Williams, and Jay Hayes. 6 bodies is decent, but adding two more will be wise. (2)

DT: Lose Sheldon and possibly Jarron Jones. We have quite the amount of depth. Matuska, Bonner, Mokwuah, Cage, Tillery, Tiassum, Dew-Treadway and Taylor; 8 guys. I think we should go big or go home. Target the top guys and if you can't get one of them pass on DT. (1)

LB: There's the potential of losing Jaylon. Schmidt & Grace will be gone. John Turner is out of eligibility and I don't currently see a 5th year for him; so meaning we'll could potentially lose 4 LBs. Now, at LB we have plenty of depth. But, if you lose 4, it's best to replace a few. (2)

CB: Russell is back! But, maybe for one year, depending if he goes beast mode or not. Luke really emerged as a sophomore, had his ups and downs a few games, but overall, if he can be consistent he could jump to NFL, but for now, let's say he stays. Farley at Nickel will be out of eligibility, so two guys are gone. We brought in three this year, but we should add at least one. (1)

S: Shumate done. Barring an All-American type season from Redfield, I don't see him bolting to NFL. Baratti has a 5th year, but with all the injuries he's had, who knows if he can stay healthy (tough break, too.) We'll have just Drue Tranquill, Mykelti Williams and Nicco Fertitta. Only 4 scholarship returners. 6 is a comfortable number, but 7 would be ideal. (3)


However, a lot can change with the scholarship numbers and of course, the personnel on the team in the next year. But, for now, this is how I can see the 2016 class playing out.

Great post!

I would skip QB and add another CB though...

 

[pkt77242]

Great post!

I would skip QB and add another CB though...

A team should almost never skip QB. At least we should take an athlete who can play QB.

 

[PANDFAN]

ready to take a break from recruiting? Well, the clock is ticking for the 2016 recruiting class. Notre Dame has already handed out over 100 offers to current high school juniors and will be turning their attention now to Junior Day and the summer camp season for the next crop of recruits.

For the past few cycles we've initially had forecast 16 or 17 scholarships for that coming February class but Notre Dame has been able to welcome three straight classes of at least 20 recruits--the first time that's happened in the modern era of recruiting since Rivals began ranking classes back in 2002. With those three straight big classes numbers will initially be tight, however, the rising senior class is only 12 players with just 7 of those eligible for a 5th-year in 2016.

With Ronnie Stanley almost assuredly going to the NFL after 2015--and Jarron Jones with KeiVarae Russell also highly rated pro prospects--the 5th-year crop for 2016 could be a maximum of 5 players: C.J. Prosise, Mark Harrell, John Turner, Nicky Baratti# and Scott Daly. Any way you slice it there will be very few 5th-year seniors coming back in 2016.

# Baratti was expected to medically retire but Kelly mentioned in his NSD presser that he'll be practicing (non-contact) this spring. He may very well retire anyway but we have to count him for now.

The current projection as of today for the 2016 class--with Jones and Russell going pro--is a small number of 11 players.

2016 Academic Classes:

5 Graduate Students
22 Seniors
23 Juniors
24 Sophomores
11 Freshmen
85 Total Scholarships

It's going to be tough to get to a class of 20 which makes sense because I don't believe the Irish have brought in four straight 20+ player classes since the mid-to-late 1990's.

Now, you could get strict on the fifth year players (Turner & Harrell might not come back) plus you can factor in Jaylon Smith leaving early too. There will also be inevitable attrition elsewhere on the roster over the next year. Last year the Irish lost Rashad Kinlaw (transfer), Will Mahone (transfer), Nile Sykes (transfer), and Tony Springmann (medical).

But remember, in the past we've been starting at 16 or 17 and then we see attrition and the NFL Draft raise the scholarship limit. Right now, we're having to project that attrition just to get back to over 15 scholarships for 2016.

So, the numbers are tighter than they've ever been in the Brian Kelly era and that's okay. It's a sign of a healthy roster as long as you don't have too many players who are struggling to make an impact.

*Need on a scale of 1 (pass this cycle) to 10 (major focus)

*Number of years of eligibility beginning in 2015 in parentheses

QUARTERBACK

Need: 4

Roster: Golson (1), Zaire (3), Kizer (4), VanGorder (4), Wimbush (4)

You should take a quarterback every year, right? There is every indication that Notre Dame is looking at bringing in another top-flight quarterback for 2016.

Even without factoring in VanGorder (Kelly mentioned in his NSD presser that scholarships to walk-on athletes are 1-year deals but his father's employment muddies the water on that issue) who may come off scholarship there's going to be a lot of young talent for a 2016 signal-caller to deal with when he steps on campus.

RUNNING BACK

Need: 7

Roster: Folston (2), Bryant (3), Adams (4), Williams (4)

Brian Kelly's offense is typically associated with one-back sets and the riding of the hot hand over multiple games. This leads to what I believe is the misconception that Notre Dame is completely fine with just a few running backs. However, in each of the last 3 seasons there have been 3 running backs with at least 50 carries, and it's terrible for development not be able to keep at least another body or two in reserve in case of injuries.

This position should be one of the top focuses for 2016. There's a possibility Folston leaves early for the NFL although I don't think he's among the elite rising juniors but you never know with tailbacks. The staff should have a good sense mid-season where Folston is leaning and if he's bolting then two backs for 2016 would be ideal because it's also doubtful Greg Bryant will be around for a 5th-year in 2017.

WIDE RECEIVER

Need: 2

Roster: Carlisle (1), Brown (1), Prosise (2), Robinson (2), Fuller (2), Hunter (3), Brent (3), Holmes (4), Guyton (4), Sanders (4), Boykin (4), St. Brown (4).

It's not going to happen but Notre Dame could conceivably skip receiver in 2016 if they felt compelled to do so. There's quality balance, a lot of bodies, and a trio of senior starters could return in 2017. Even if someone were to leave early (Fuller, perhaps?) there's enough young talent at a position that is conducive to getting underclassmen on the field.

There have been some rumblings that Brent or Holmes could be switching positions soon. If either of them move the need at receiver jumps up a little bit, but not much.

TIGHT END

Need: 3

Roster: Smythe (3), Heuerman (3), Luatua (3), Weishar (4), Jones (4)

The scary thing for Notre Dame is that 1 career catch from Durham Smythe is all that returns from the entire tight end group. However, 17 years of eligibility is a ton of time left for five young tight ends. This is Notre Dame though, so at least one tight end will be an easy requirement.

OFFENSIVE LINE

Need: 5

Roster: Martin (1), Hegarty (1), Stanley (2), Harrell (2), Elmer (2), McGlinchey (3), McGovern (3), Bivin (3), Montelus (3), Nelson (4), Bars (4), Mustipher (4), Byrne (4), Hoge (4), Ruhland (4)

With incoming freshman Jerry Tillery beginning his career on defense there are only 2 offensive linemen for the 2015 class. The typical reaction to such a haul is to feverishly demand OL be targeted hard in the next cycle but as you can see there are still two full lines of underclassmen stocked in the cupboard.

We don't know the fifth-year situation for 2015 but they don't matter for 2016 projections anyway. But here's the thing, there have been rumors of at least one serious medical issue for an offensive lineman, add in the fact that Stanley is surely leaving for the NFL after next year, and that Harrell is far from a lock for his own fifth-year in 2016. That means this list could get down to 10 bodies rather quickly.

Three more linemen in 2016 feels like a good target.

DEFENSIVE END

Need: 8

Roster: I. Williams (1), Okwara (1), Trumbetti (3), Blankenship (3), Hill (3), J. Williams (4), Wallace (4)

Barring a redshirt situation with Okwara (he's still 19 years old and won't turn 20 until the summer!) we're looking at 5 ends coming back for 2016. That's not terrible but at least two prospects should be an early target for the upcoming recruiting class.

Andrew Trumbetti had a nice freshman season (21 tackles, 5.5 TFL, 5 QBH) and has a promising career ahead of him as a likely multi-year starter. The rest of this position group has a lot of question marks. The defense could really use a Top 150-type talent who can make an impact as a freshman in 2016.

DEFENSIVE TACKLE

Need: 4

Roster: Day (1), Jones (2), Rochell (2), Matuska (3), Hayes (3), Cage (3), Mokwuah (4), Bonner (4), Tiassum (4), Dew-Treadway (4), Taylor (4), Tillery (4)

All. The. Bodies. You can see why moving Tillery (besides his potential being greater at OT per just about everyone) is a bit of a head scratcher. Nevertheless, Rochell is kind of a swing guy at the end position plus if Jarron Jones turns pro after 2015 and Tillery goes back to offense, then the depth here could move from overflowing to merely well stocked.

I prefer this spot to be a little over-recruited and that's exactly what they've done recently. There's flexibility to start out looking at one spot but when the numbers inevitably grow shooting for a second body isn't a bad idea.

LINEBACKER

Need: 4

Roster: Schmidt (1), Grace (1), Turner (2), J. Smith (2), Onwualu (2), Randolph (3), Deeb (3), Morgan (3), Martini (3), Bilal (4), Barajas (4), Coney (4)

The linebacker situation could best be described as healthy, although now is not the time to pull a Diaco and lose focus on bringing in additional bodies. The staff has brought in 6 players over the last two cycles (if you're inclined to include Tranquill as he might end up at linebacker long-term) and that is about as much young depth as you can build in a 4-3 with 85 scholarships to work with.

The one thing that is concerning is that two seniors are moving on after 2015, Turner has made no impact throughout his career, Jaylon could easily go pro, and we're still unsure what kind of development we're going to see out of the likes of Randolph and Deeb.

This position feels a lot like defensive tackle in that it won't be a major focus early on but another body probably gets targeted later in the process.

CORNER

Need: 6

Roster: Russell (2), Butler (2), Luke (2), Watkins (3), Coleman (4), Crawford (4), White (4)

Despite bringing in 3 corners a couple days ago this position should remain among the most important for 2016. There's been plenty of talk about Butler or White moving to safety so who knows how that will play out. We're also not sure if Russell will even entertain coming back for a fifth season (70/30 that 2015 is his last year, IMO) and Cole Luke's stock could be high enough for an early entrance into the NFL, too.

Brian Kelly mentioned yesterday that corner (not safety) was the major focus for 2015 and you can surmise that was largely due to the feeling that Russell and Luke may not be around much longer. It would seem without a doubt that two more corners is the initial target for 2016.

SAFETY

Need: 9

Roster: Farley (1), Shumate (1), Redfield (2), Tranquill (3), Williams (4), Fertitta (4)

In our initial outlook for 2015 last February I mentioned that grabbing 2 safeties would be fine. However, Farley and Turner switched positions, Hardy isn't coming back for a 5th-year, Tranquill may already have grown into a linebacker, plus one of the safeties in this class (Fertitta) isn't expected to play strong or free safety in his career.

We're leaving Farley and Fertitta here but if they're not 'true' safeties then there are even worse problems with depth. Brian Kelly mentioned bringing in another graduate transfer (or two!) and it's expected someone is coming to play safety, but irregardless, Notre Dame is basically in the same position they were in last year needing two or three safeties for 2016.

SPECIAL TEAMS

Need: 2

Roster: Daly (2), Newsome (4), Yoon (4)

Time for some new blood as Newsome and Yoon move into starting positions on the same eligibility track, although the former came in last cycle and will be a redshirt freshman.

Unless either of those players perform poorly it'll be another couple years before the staff needs to think about using scholarships, although replacing both of them at the same time isn't ideal. As a long snapper Daly has two more years but it's basically a 50/50 proposition that his position will use a scholarship once he's gone.

363 Days Away Guess at the Positional Targets

1 QB
2 RB
1 WR
1 TE
3 OL
2 DE
1 DT
2 LB
2 CB
2 S
That's a class of 17 bodies. One way to get that 17 is for Prosise and Daly to be the only 5th-year seniors, Jaylon Smith goes pro, and there is attrition for 2 more players. Not entirely implausible, right?

A class any bigger would require attrition much greater than usual.

An Early Look at the Positional Needs for the 2016 Notre Dame Recruiting Class - One Foot Down

 

[GoIrish41]

A lot can happen between now and next signing day, as it pertains to transfers, NFL departures, and medicals. Generally, we lose about 2-3 players an off-season. So, assuming 16 is the count right now, and with a few losses, let's say it'll be 20 available. Now, I can see the three 5th years you mentioned coming back in Prosise, Daly and Jarron Jones, assuming he bypasses NFL assuming he has an awesome season. (too many assumptions lol)

So, that'll put the number to 17.

Need wise:

QB: Don't really need one, but it's good to take one every class. This is Golson's last year, and going with 3 scholarship QBs, is fine or somewhat a risk, depending on who you ask. For all extensive purposes, let's say that we'll take one. (1)

RB: We have four, adding one more gives us a solid # (1)

WR: We're losing Brown and Carlisle. Depending on Fuller's season, he could be NFL bound. We have 12 currently, and that's a little rich too begin with. However, I think adding two receivers won't upset the balance. (2)

TE: We have 5, which is perfect. We can pass on one year next year. Especially since our top target, Hausmann, committed to Ohio State last week.

OL: We'll lose four players. Martin & Hegarty are out of eligibility. Harrell I don't see coming back (too early to assume, who knows, he may have a Mike Golic senior season), and Stanley, unless he craps the bed on the field, won't return for another year. Meaning, we'll have 11 scholarship OL. Kelly always talks about depth up front on the OL, and having 15 bodies there is perfect. (It's what we had there this past season) So let's say 4. Two OT's and 2 OG/Cs. (4)

DE: Okwara is out of eligibility. But I don't see it as a big need as it may appear to be. Bo Wallace will most likely grow into that Weakside role, and we'll still have Rochell, Trumbetti, Blankenship, Jhonny Williams, and Jay Hayes. 6 bodies is decent, but adding two more will be wise. (2)

DT: Lose Sheldon and possibly Jarron Jones. We have quite the amount of depth. Matuska, Bonner, Mokwuah, Cage, Tillery, Tiassum, Dew-Treadway and Taylor; 8 guys. I think we should go big or go home. Target the top guys and if you can't get one of them pass on DT. (1)

LB: There's the potential of losing Jaylon. Schmidt & Grace will be gone. John Turner is out of eligibility and I don't currently see a 5th year for him; so meaning we'll could potentially lose 4 LBs. Now, at LB we have plenty of depth. But, if you lose 4, it's best to replace a few. (2)

CB: Russell is back! But, maybe for one year, depending if he goes beast mode or not. Luke really emerged as a sophomore, had his ups and downs a few games, but overall, if he can be consistent he could jump to NFL, but for now, let's say he stays. Farley at Nickel will be out of eligibility, so two guys are gone. We brought in three this year, but we should add at least one. (1)

S: Shumate done. Barring an All-American type season from Redfield, I don't see him bolting to NFL. Baratti has a 5th year, but with all the injuries he's had, who knows if he can stay healthy (tough break, too.) We'll have just Drue Tranquill, Mykelti Williams and Nicco Fertitta. Only 4 scholarship returners. 6 is a comfortable number, but 7 would be ideal. (3)


However, a lot can change with the scholarship numbers and of course, the personnel on the team in the next year. But, for now, this is how I can see the 2016 class playing out.

good post.

I mostly agree, but would cut back to 1 WR and add another safety. We are dangerously thin at safety next year.

 

[Johannes]

On ISD's Power Hour last night, Coach D suggested (around 38:10) that Denbrock's style of recruiting is better suited for being the primary recruiter locally (Indiana, Illinois, & Western Ohio), where kids tend to commit earlier. This would free him up to tandem recruit elsewhere in the latter portion of the recruiting cycle where kids often wait until later in the process to commit. Elston meanwhile is better suited for the regions where the process drags out. His "methodical" style builds relationships with recruits over a longer term than the window for regional recruiting often allows.

This goes hand-in-hand with a second point: the staff needs to push hard for the top five 2016 Indiana players in the next few months (those being Mack, Robertson, Burks, Peters, and Evans). Mack and Robertson are planning to commit in early June, and ND by all accounts is trailing OSU for both. That's not good, and it's time for some changes to the approach for both or it will be too late. Peters was just offered by Michigan, which is now the clear frontrunner. Burks may not be far behind. I know the staff takes a national recruiting approach, but when there are elite local guys available, they have to be Irish every year.

Coach D posted a good (and free) analysis today on the top Indiana guys: 2016 Inside Look: Good Year in Indiana - Irish Sports Daily.

 

[PANDFAN]

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[Luckylucci]

Since we're kind of on the topic of things that ND could do better on the recruiting front. Wiltfong posted that he barely heard BVG's name on the trail in 2015 and he wasn't the difference for 1 prospect. Meanwhile, UGA's DC in hustling his butt off. Boy did I get this one wrong. I was sure that BVG would've had at least somewhat of a positive impact.

I'll add more thoughts from Wiltfong

-Really disliked what we did in Cali this year.
-Elliot isn't on the staff to recruit such a large region, he liked what he was doing before where he had 6-7 legit targets in Arz, Missouri, Utah, etc.
-LaFleur really stuggled as a new recruiter but that doesn't really matter now.

- He loves to see the HC involved from start to finish but acknowledges that it doesn't have to be that way at ND. He likes BK as a closer as long as his assistants are busting their butts.

- He likes the pieces ND has in play. Would like to see more from Booker and BVG. If Lyght puts in the effort he should be a dynamite recruiter. He thinks BK should focus these next few hires on guys that are willing to work the recruiting trail.

I put this here as something to follow moving forward.

 

[Ndaccountant]

Since we're kind of on the topic of things that ND needs to change on the recruiting front. Wiltfong posted that he barely heard BVG's name on the trail in 2015 and he wasn't the difference for 1 prospect. Meanwhile, UGA's DC in hustling his butt off. Boy did I get this one wrong. I was sure that BVG would've had at least somewhat of a positive impact.

We will probably never know the inner dynamics of the coaching staff w/r/t recruiting. But, is it possible that the success of KC and TA allowed other members of the staff to basically do a minimal amount of recruiting? There was a part of me that hoped these two leaving would rejuvenate the spirit of recruiting on the rest of the staff. But, damn, reminders like this put a huge damper on any idea like that.

 

[Irish#1]

Since we're kind of on the topic of things that ND could do better on the recruiting front. Wiltfong posted that he barely heard BVG's name on the trail in 2015 and he wasn't the difference for 1 prospect. Meanwhile, UGA's DC in hustling his butt off. Boy did I get this one wrong. I was sure that BVG would've had at least somewhat of a positive impact.

I know BVG hit the trail when he first joined the staff, but then reports became few and far between. We experienced a similar situation with BD. He seemed to hit it hard, then poof, he was done going out on the road. What we don't know, is what type of an agreement he has with BK when it comes to recruiting.

 

[Irish#1]

On ISD's Power Hour last night, Coach D suggested (around 38:10) that Denbrock's style of recruiting is better suited for being the primary recruiter locally (Indiana, Illinois, & Western Ohio), where kids tend to commit earlier. This would free him up to tandem recruit elsewhere in the latter portion of the recruiting cycle where kids often wait until later in the process to commit. Elston meanwhile is better suited for the regions where the process drags out. His "methodical" style builds relationships with recruits over a longer term than the window for regional recruiting often allows.

This goes hand-in-hand with a second point: the staff needs to push hard for the top five 2016 Indiana players in the next few months (those being Mack, Robertson, Burks, Peters, and Evans). Mack and Robertson are planning to commit in early June, and ND by all accounts is trailing OSU for both. That's not good, and it's time for some changes to the approach for both or it will be too late. Peters was just offered by Michigan, which is now the clear frontrunner. Burks may not be far behind. I know the staff takes a national recruiting approach, but when there are elite local guys available, they have to be Irish every year.

Coach D posted a good (and free) analysis today on the top Indiana guys: 2016 Inside Look: Good Year in Indiana - Irish Sports Daily.

BK has made the top kids in Indiana a priority for several years and has had very good luck. I doubt we lose any of these kids without a fight.

 

[NewBrunswickIrish]

Since we're kind of on the topic of things that ND could do better on the recruiting front. Wiltfong posted that he barely heard BVG's name on the trail in 2015 and he wasn't the difference for 1 prospect. Meanwhile, UGA's DC in hustling his butt off. Boy did I get this one wrong. I was sure that BVG would've had at least somewhat of a positive impact.

I'll add more thoughts from Wiltfong

-Really disliked what we did in Cali this year.
-Elliot isn't on the staff to recruit such a large region, he liked what he was doing before where he had 6-7 legit targets in Arz, Missouri, Utah, etc.
-LaFleur really stuggled as a new recruiter but that doesn't really matter now.

- He loves to see the HC involved from start to finish but acknowledges that it doesn't have to be that way at ND. He likes BK as a closer as long as his assistants are busting their butts.

- He likes the pieces ND has in play. Would like to see more from Booker and BVG. If Lyght puts in the effort he should be a dynamite recruiter. He thinks BK should focus these next few hires on guys that are willing to work the recruiting trail.

I put this here as something to follow moving forward.

Does he mean more effort from Booker or results. If it is results you can kind of live with it as long as the effort is there and he is building relationships with coaches and schools. If it is effort though I would have a hard time keeping him around and I think he would be an easy option to replace and bring in a more effective recruiter. I thought that when he was hired he would be a great recruiter for the staff but it doesn't seemed to have turned out that way.

 

[Luckylucci]

Devon Modster QB Cali is close to getting an offer. IMO, film is much better than rankings.

Devon Modster

Loy is going to try and see him when he's in Cali.

 

[Irish Man3]

Not impressed with Peters and I'm personally 100% ok with him not getting an offer. Noah Burks needs an offer ASAP. Mack and Roberson are going to OSU says....everyone. ISD staff said today that ND was out worked for those two prospects. Not good.

 

[Luckylucci]

Not impressed with Peters and I'm personally 100% ok with him not getting an offer. Noah Burks needs an offer ASAP. Mack and Roberson are going to OSU says....everyone. ISD staff said today that ND was out worked for those two prospects. Not good.

- I'm undecided on Peters. Has good upside and we could save a lot of time and resources by offering and taking him. However, I also understand that since we don't need one why not play for somebody better.

- I agree that Burks needs an offer and soon or we risk losing this to UM.

- Mack is all but committed to OSU but Wiltfong says that there are some who think Robertson's mind isn't made up yet. Pretty crazy that OSU can sign a very good 2015 class, Win a NC, and still find time to recruit our backyard harder.

 

[BeauBenken]

Toks Akinribade

junior year - Toks Akinribade highlights

Check this kid out. Looks like someone whose recruitment could blow up to me.

 

[GoldenToTheGrave]

Toks Akinribade

junior year - Toks Akinribade highlights

Check this kid out. Looks like someone whose recruitment could blow up to me.

Damn. How on earth is kid only a 3*?

 

[blueNDgold44]

Toks Akinribade

junior year - Toks Akinribade highlights

Check this kid out. Looks like someone whose recruitment could blow up to me.

He's a stud and an unanimous 1st team All-Name team selection

 

[ResLife Hero]

Notre Dame 2016 (Realistic) Dream Recruiting Class

 

[connor_in]

Notre Dame 2016 (Realistic) Dream Recruiting Class

After watching that, how much do you feel is realistic and how much do you feel is dream?

(I am thinking we actually end up with maybe 2 of those 5)

 

[Irish Man3]

I like videos like that. Gives you a lot to think about.

Interesting to see how this class plays out. I think Sanford is going to kill it in California. We win this year and this class will be just fine.

 

[IRISH in MT]

I like the combination of youth and experience BK is bringing in. Denson, Sanford, and Lyght are younger and energetic and will be recruiting the fast, skill players (RB, WR, DB, QB). This gels well those "hip" teenagers. Hopefully this Gilmore can recruit the D-Line like Harry has the OL! I really hope these coaches get along and are all on the same page. 2015 truly could be a playoff year.

 

[Luckylucci]

BGI did some research into the prospects that Gilmore had recruited and brought to UNC. At the end they listed the names below as guys that he's already been recruiting and had a relationship established.

Four-star DE Khalid Kareem

Four-star DT Ellison Jordan

Three-star DT Christian Colon

 

[Irish#1]

BGI did some research into the prospects that Gilmore had recruited and brought to UNC. At the end they listed the names below as guys that he's already been recruiting and had a relationship established.

Four-star DE Khalid Kareem

Four-star DT Ellison Jordan

Three-star DT Christian Colon

Let's hope he keeps recruiting them. Assuming grades aren't an issue.

 

[Luckylucci]

Let's hope he keeps recruiting them. Assuming grades aren't an issue.

Kareem and Colon already have ND offers.

 

[ab2cmiller]

BGI did some research into the prospects that Gilmore had recruited and brought to UNC. At the end they listed the names below as guys that he's already been recruiting and had a relationship established.

Four-star DE Khalid Kareem

Four-star DT Ellison Jordan

Three-star DT Christian Colon

Would think he might have some connections in Illinois from his time there that could help with Josh King. At least I'm hoping that he does.

 

[beryirish]

Anyway to update the op...? nothing since last July.

C'mon beau and panda

 

[Luckylucci]

Toks Akinribade

junior year - Toks Akinribade highlights

Check this kid out. Looks like someone whose recruitment could blow up to me.

Ran a 4.34 40 at the BOTMW, from which he immediately earned a BC offer.

 

[MoreTeo]

A guy to keep your eye on for a WDE is Cameron Brown out of Potomac, MD. He is a 6-6 210lb OLB right now but projects as a DE at the next level and already has a ND offer. He could be another Bo Wallace prospect. 4 star kid on rivals.
Cameron Brown Highlights

 

[ResLife Hero]

A guy to keep your eye on for a WDE is Cameron Brown out of Potomac, MD. He is a 6-6 210lb OLB right now but projects as a DE at the next level and already has a ND offer. He could be another Bo Wallace prospect. 4 star kid on rivals.
Cameron Brown Highlights

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