2023 Rivals Top 10 Recruits

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Note: All top 10 recruits are 5*s and have B Overall ratings

 

1. OT John Nunez, Choctawhatchee High School, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Potential: A-

It takes a special player to be ranked #1 in the country, and an even more special one to be an Offensive Lineman. But at 6'4" 297, Nunez out of Florida has impressed scouts so much that some have even said he could start for any CFB team this year. For defensive ends, it's as difficult to get around Nunez as it is to spell his high school's name. Speaking of Choctawhatchee, did you know that in the 1970's Ann Bowden, wife of Bobby Bowden, attended a Choctawhatchee football game and saw their pregame ritual of their Indian mascot riding a horse onto the field and planting a spear at midfield. She then told her husband about it, and soon enough the Florida State Seminoles pregame ritual was born. Could this be a sign that Nunez may be destined to continue the Choctawhatchee-FSU pipeline?

 

2. WR Brad Pogue, Clarke County High School, Grove Hill, AL

Potential: A-

If there was one word to describe Pogue, it would be "fast", but by the time you say the word fast he's already gone 50 yards downfield. This speed helped his team win State by leading the country in receiving yards his junior year. His Senior season is poised to break those records. But if you're thinking of snagging the best WR in the class, you better be contenders. Pogue has made it clear that his decision will be based on whichever team gives him the best chance at winning, so non-Playoff contending teams need not apply. However, if you are a Tulsa fan, this is excellent news; you guys would most likely be the first on his list.

 

3. QB Dick Richards, Johnson High School, Anchorage, AK

Potential: A-

One of the most talked about recruits so far this cycle is a 5-star potential generational talent Quarterback from the recruiting hotbed of...Alaska? (Does it even get hot there?) While there are some concerns that Richards is facing weaker competition than his peers, he's more than quelled those fears by stealing the show at every recruiting camp he's been able to attend. Like Pogue, Richards led his team to the state title last season and is primed to repeat. As far as leading candidates for schools, there aren't any. Richards is supposedly willing to hear from anybody and will consider any offer. It's very likely he may wait until signing day to make a decision, but until then, just enjoy the show if you're in Anchorage.

 

4. OT Shawn Johnson, Glenelg High School, Glenelg, MD

Potential: B+

In a small town West of Baltimore, there lies a monster, and he plays Left Tackle for the Glenelg Gladiators. Shawn Johnson comes in at 6'5" 295 pounds, and he has given himself the nickname "The Monster." Johnson is known to have a flair for the dramatic, as his tapes will show an equal amount of raw destruction and showboating, but he is as good as he is flamboyant. He has told scouts his senior quote is going to be "Bulldozers grow up wanting to be me." With all that said, Johnson really is a solid Run Blocker, possibly the best in this cycle. Johnson also would like to go to a school close to home, so Maryland may be in a great spot. However, he also prefers a religious school and Temple is close to home as well.

 

5. FS Edward Martin, Erath High School, Erath, LA

Potential: B

Quarterbacks in the Bayou state have long since learned to not throw to the side of the field that Eddy Martin patrols because the best case scenario is the ball gets swatted into oblivion and the worst case is an easy 6 points the other way. A rare gem from the tiny town of Erath, Martin finds himself on the top of the list when it comes to High School Senior Free Safeties, and for good reason. Martin is exceptional at zone coverage, and looks to be an immediate contributor at the next level. Similar to Shawn Johnson, Martin wishes to stay close to home. This bodes well for Louisiana and of course the LSU Tigers, but don't count out Houston and Rice who are very close as well.

 

6. DE Roger London, Lovejoy High School, Lovejoy, GA

Potential: B-

When London was a Freshman, he broke the school record in nearly every weight room category there is. Since then, London has turned that strength into being a menace on the football field. His athleticism combined with his strength makes him a top target in the country. He looks to be a future NFL draft pick, and if given the right training regimen he may develop into a #1 overall pick. As far as schools London favors, he is keeping his choices and preferences close to his chest and there is no clear favorite at this time. Although the Georgia schools should have an advantage given he's a hometown product.

 

7. ILB John Kwiecien, Northampton County High School, Gaston, NC

Potential: C+

Fans of teams in the North Carolina/Virginia area may want to practice their pronunciation of Kwiecien (koo-WAY-shun, apparently) because he looks to be a dominant Linebacker in college and has said he'd like to stay close to home. Kwiecien has had offers before to practice at schools designated to help young athletes reach the next level (like IMG Academy in Florida) but had turned them down in order to stay in Gaston. Despite the lower talent level he's played against, Kwiecien has shown tremendous leadership skills as well as pure athleticism that makes him a highly sought after recruit. As such, Kwiecien has made it known he wants to win a title, so Old Dominion and maybe Duke as well look like the best bets for him right now.

 

8. DE Hector Galvan, Tomball Memorial High School, Tomball, TX

Potential: C+

Down in Texas we have the #1 ranked run stopping DE in the class with Hector Galvan. The Houston area prospect is well known for his hard-working work ethic, always in the weight room or film room looking to improve his game. However, Galvan is also known to butt heads with other teammates and even coaches, as this may be a product of him being the best player on every team he's ever played for. If he can scale back that intensity a bit or at least direct it more towards the opposing OL, he could become even better than he is right now. Galvan has a very open list of interested teams to start, so even though several Texas teams may get an in house bonus, Galvan also is willing to travel far out of state to compete at the next level.

 

9. C Timothy Doak, Windermere Preparatory School, Windermere, FL

Potential: C+

Quarterbacks across the country will soon be jealous of whoever is lucky enough to take the snap from Doak. He's one of, if not THE best pass blocker of this class and still has much more room to grow. He's 6'5" 295 pounds and you are not getting past him on a rush. Playing in a small school conference, Doak has not been challenged much, but even with that caveat, it's very clear on game tape that he is a special player. It's too early to tell where Doak is even thinking of heading towards, but anyone with a QB they wish to protect should go after this kid with every recruiting tool they have (within the limits of NCAA regulations.)

 

10. CB Paul Phillips, Pottsgrove High School, Pottsgrove, PA

Phillips didn't pick up football until he tried out for varsity his freshman year. He hasn't missed a start since. Phillips has been CB1 for Pottsgrove for 3 consecutive years and is primed to make it 4. While his coverage skills still need some work, if he's anywhere near the ball it's going to be swatted away or picked. Phillips may not be a first-year starter in college, but if given time and proper coaching he could quickly develop into one of the top corners in the country. And if you're worried about Phillips leaving early, worry no longer, as he has made it very clear in his recruitment that he wants to graduate with a degree in Physiology before potentially playing in the NFL.

[tsweezy]

Dibs

[Rocketcan]

I actually coach at Glenelg, so legit dibs on Shawn Johnson.

[Pumph]

And there is no town of Glenelg, it's mostly rural and homes on multi-acre lots. I'm about 12 minutes from there myself.