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6:25 p.m.
Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio introduced the Spartans' 2013 recruiting class Wednesday afternoon at a press conference inside the Clara Bell Smith Center Auditorium.
The class features 18 players representing six states (Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin) and Ontario.
For a complete look back at today's signing day, check out the video and transcript from Coach Dantonio's press conference.
4 p.m.
Coach Dantonio has concluded his signing day press conference. A complete transcript will be available later today on msuspartans.com.
3:30 p.m.
After showing a highlight video of each signee to the media, Coach Dantonio is now formally introducing the recruiting class to reporters.
3:15 p.m.
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10:44 a.m.
James Bodanis, DL, 6-5, 295, Toronto, Ontario (University of Toronto)
7:08 a.m.
The first fax received was from Shane Jones at 7:08 a.m. (LB, 6-1, 225, Cincinnati, Ohio (Archbishop Moeller).
6:45 a.m.
Welcome to the official Michigan State football 2013 signing day blog, live from the Skandalaris Football Center. Members of the MSU coaching staff kicked off Signing Day at 5:30 am by supervising the current team's second winter conditioning workout.
Each signee will be announced as his National Letter of Intent is validated by the MSU Compliance Office.
Follow along live all day on msuspartans.com/signingday or on Twitter @msu_football.
LB | 6-2| 220 | Traverse City, Mich. | St. Francis High School
Coach Greg Vaughan
Primary Recruiter: Mike Tressel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top outside linebackers by Scout.com (No. 44) and Rivals.com (No. 52) . . . also listed among the country's top safeties by ESPN.com (No. 37) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among the state's top seniors by Lansing State Journal (No. 11), Rivals.com (No. 13), ESPN.com (No. 15), The Detroit News (No. 16) and Detroit Free Press (No. 22) . . . started 29 career games at quarterback for Coach Greg Vaughan at St. Francis High School in Traverse City, Mich. . . . also saw action at linebacker and safety during his prep career . . . suffered a broken collarbone in the fifth game of 2011 season . . . accounted for 619 total yards and 10 touchdowns in five games . . . completed 21-of-43 passes (.488) for 292 yards and four TDs as a senior . . . rushed 42 times for 327 yards (7.8 avg.) and six scores in 2011 . . . also credited with 31 tackles, including 2.5 for losses (15 yards), three pass break-ups and a forced fumble as a senior . . . produced 927 total yards and 16 TDs in 2010 . . . hit 38-of-86 throws (.442) for 654 yards, six TDs and four interceptions as a junior . . . added 273 rushing yards and 10 rushing TDs in 2010 . . . recorded 67 tackles, including 1.5 for losses, three pass break-ups and an interception as a junior . . . posted a career-best 16 tackles vs. Grayling in 2010 . . . voted the team's offensive MVP as a sophomore after leading the Gladiators to the state title . . . completed 36-of-62 (.581) for 598 yards, 12 TDs and five interceptions in 2009 . . . totaled 10 tackles and an interception as a sophomore . . . son of Shane and LeeAnn Bullough . . . born Nov. 23, 1993 . . . his brother Max is a junior linebacker on the Spartan roster . . . becomes a third-generation Spartan, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Hank (guard, 1952-54) and father Shane (linebacker, 1983-86) who played football at Michigan State . . . his grandfather Jim Morse (halfback, 1954-56) played for Coach Terry Brennan at Notre Dame . . . his uncles Chuck Bullough (Michigan State, linebacker, 1988-91), Bobby Morse (Michigan State, running back, 1983-86) and Jim Morse (Notre Dame, cornerback, 1976-77) played college football . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON BULLOUGH:
"Riley was our first committed player of this class. He went to our summer camp all five years that we've been here and we also saw him play in 2011. He's an outstanding athlete with tremendous ball skills and change of direction, and has the ability to tackle in space. He played both safety and linebacker in high school, but will play linebacker at MSU. Riley will be an outstanding football player here."
WR | 6-1| 190 | Farmington Hills, Mich. | Harrison High School
Coach John Herrington
Primary Recruiter: Brad Salem
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: SuperPrep and PrepStar All-American . . . ranked among the nation's top players by Scout.com (No. 63), 247Sports.com (No. 85), Rivals.com (No. 103) and CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 119) . . . rated among the country's top wide receivers by Scout.com (No. 9), 247Sports.com (No. 9), SuperPrep (No. 10), Rivals.com (No. 16), CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 19) and ESPN.com (No. 44) . . . ranked the state's No. 1 senior by Rivals.com, 247Sports.com, Detroit Free Press and Lansing State Journal . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by SuperPrep (No. 5) and ESPN.com (No. 32) . . . selected to play in the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association 2012 East-West All-Star Game . . . two-year starter for Coach John Herrington at Harrison High School in Farmington Hills, Mich. . . . two-time Detroit Free Press All-State Dream Team selection (2010, 2011) . . . named to the 2011 Associated Press and Detroit News Division 1-2 All-State Team . . . had 32 receptions for 753 yards (23.5 avg.) and six touchdowns as a senior . . . also returned an interception 99 yards for a TD and a kickoff 95 yards for a score in 2011 . . . caught four passes for 121 yards, including a 69-yard TD grab, in the 2011 playoff opener vs. Birmingham Seaholm . . . had 215 receiving yards and three TD receptions vs. Southfield-Lathrup as a senior . . . had 36 catches for 720 yards (20.0 avg.) and nine TDs as a junior while helping lead the Hawks to a perfect 14-0 record and the Division 2 state championship . . . accounted for 613 combined return yards in 2010 . . . recorded 24 tackles, 13 pass break-ups and five interceptions as a junior, returning two of those picks for TDs . . . had eight receptions for 123 yards and two scores (26 and 10 yards) vs. Lowell in 2010 state championship game . . . caught 46 passes for 752 yards (16.3 avg.) and eight TDs as a sophomore . . . son of Nora Clemons Florence . . . born Dec. 23, 1993 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON BURBRIDGE:
"Aaron has big-play ability in every aspect of his game. He's an extremely talented wide receiver, and has also played some tailback and cornerback; he could've been recruited in those positions as well. We will use him as a wide receiver. He's a big-bodied wide receiver with outstanding speed that has great running after the catch ability. He comes from one of the top programs in the state of Michigan out of Harrison High School. We saw Aaron in play in 2011, and he's expected to contribute immediately."
DB | 6-1| 192 | Jeannette, Pa. | Jeannette High School
Coach Roy Hall
Primary Recruiter: Mark Staten
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: SuperPrep, MaxPreps and PrepStar All-American . . . ranked among the nation's Top 100 prospects by Tom Lemming and Scout.com (No. 97) . . . rated among the country's top safeties by Scout.com (No. 8), Rivals.com (No. 13), 247Sports.com (No. 18) and ESPN.com (No. 28) . . . listed among the nation's top defensive backs by SuperPrep (No. 29) . . . ranked among Pennsylvania's top seniors by SuperPrep (No. 8), Rivals.com (No. 10), ESPN.com (No. 11) and 247Sports.com (No. 11) . . . selected to play in the inaugural Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl in Phoenix, Ariz. . . . xxx-year starter for Roy Hall at Jeannette (Pa.) High School . . . Class AA first-team all-state selection by Pennsylvania Sports Writers in 2011 . . . headlined Post-Gazette's East Xtra Fabulous 22 All-Stars . . . named Pittsburgh Post-Gazette WPIAL Class AA Player of the Year after leading the Jayhawks (12-1) advance to 2011 state championship game . . . earned All-PIAA honors after accounting for 2,173 total yards and 31 touchdowns as a senior . . . rushed for 1,263 yards and 22 TDs in 2011 . . . completed 62-of-106 throws (.585) for 910 yards and nine scores as a senior . . . recorded 63 tackles and three interceptions, returning one for a TD, in 2011 . . . scored 10 TDs during Jeannette's playoff run . . . produced 1,319 total yards and 16 TDs as a junior . . . ran for 621 yards and 12 scores in 2010 . . . threw for 698 yards (55-of-88 passing) and four TDs as a junior . . . tallied 55 tackles and three interceptions in 2010, as the Jayhawks held 10 of their opponents to 13 points or less . . . surpassed the 1,000-point career milestone in basketball earlier this season . . . earned all-conference honors as junior after averaging 18 points per game . . . son of Dorsey Cox and Rochelle Tillman . . . born April 20, 1994 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON COX:
"Demetrious is a versatile performer, has a big body, and is extremely explosive. We saw him play in 2011. He has outstanding change of direction and hitting ability, as well as deep ball judgment. He could play a multitude of positions and has ability to be a dual player, but he will come to Michigan State as a safety. He's expected to be an immediate contributor. He's an impact player not only on the field, but off the field as well. He displays great leadership ability."
DB | 6-1| 170 | Canton, Ohio | McKinley Senior High School
Coach Ron Johnson
Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top cornerbacks by ESPN.com (No. 47) and Scouts.com (No. 48) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among the state's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 48) . . . named Defensive Back MVP at the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl in Arlington, Texas . . . selected to play in the Ohio North-South All-Star Game . . . two-year starter for Coach Ron Johnson at McKinley Senior High School in Canton, Ohio . . . first-team All-Ohio (Division I) selection by The Associated Press in 2011 . . . also earned AP Northeast All-District (first team), WHBC Radio All-Stark County and All-Federal League honors as a senior . . . recorded 41 tackles, with two for losses including a sack, and 12 pass break-ups in 2011 . . . led the Bulldogs with four interceptions as a senior, returning three of those picks for touchdowns . . . his top all-around performance in 2011 came vs. Perry, with four tackles and four passes defended, including two interceptions with one returned for a score . . . registered 42 tackles, nine pass break-ups and a school single-season record seven interceptions (tied former Ohio State All-American Mike Doss) as a junior . . . posted five tackles and four passes defended, including two interceptions with one returned for a TD vs. Massillon, in 2010 . . . his prep career totals include 83 tackles, 21 pass break-ups and 11 interceptions, with four returned for TDs . . . also lettered in track and field . . . participated in the 4x100, 4x200 and 4x400 at the 2011 state track meet . . . son of Jermaine Edmondson Sr., and Louis and Selena Johnson . . . born July 10, 1994 . . . plans to major in kinesiology.
DANTONIO ON EDMONDSON:
"Jermaine is an outstanding player who excelled in one of the most competitive conferences in the country. He has big-play capability as a returner. He's a true cover-corner who can run and accelerate. Every time he has the ball, it seems like there's touchdowns involved. We saw him play in 2011 and he also attended our camp. He has the ability to tackle in space and has great ball skills. He also has outstanding running ability."
DT | 6-3| 274 | Portland, Ore | Sunset High School
Coach Faustin Riley
Primary Recruiter: Ted Gill
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top defensive tackles by 247Sports.com (No. 78) . . . rated among Oregon's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 6) and 247Sports.com (No. 6) . . . played his senior season for Coach Faustin Riley at Sunset High School in Portland, Ore. . . . 2011 Class 6A first-team all-state selection by The Oregonian . . . selected All-Metro League Defensive Player of the Year as a senior . . . recorded 82 tackles, with 10.5 resulting in losses including 5.5 sacks, in 2011 . . . led the Apollos in total tackles and sacks . . . played his first three seasons at Rundle College High School in Calgary, Alberta . . . named to the Calgary All-Stars in 2010 while helping the Cobras defeat Holy Rosary, 41-21, in the Alberta Bowl . . . participated in Team Alberta training camp for 2010 U18 Football Canada Cup . . . represented the South All-Stars in the 2009 Bantam Bowl . . . also participated in track and field . . . finished second in the shot put (11.11m) and seventh in the discus (23.52m) in the 2011 Calgary Independent Schools Athletic Association Championships . . . placed third in the shot put (10.2m) in the 2010 CISAA meet . . . son of David and Lynne Fennell . . . born Jan. 1, 1994 . . . his father David, nicknamed "Doctor Death," spent 10 years and won six Grey Cups with Edmonton Eskimos (1974-83) . . . David was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 1990 . . . plans to major in engineering.
DANTONIO ON FENNELL:
"David is a very unique story, coming to the United States from Canada in August of his senior year. He was a virtual unknown, and ended up becoming captain of his football team, first-team all-state, and conference player of the year. He's plays extremely hard and is very strong and explosive. He's very sudden at the defensive tackle position. He's also an outstanding student. We're very excited to have a player of his caliber. He's a sleeper due to the fact that he moved into this country late in the recruiting process."
OL | 6-5| 305 | Alliance, Ohio | Marlington High School
Coach Ed Miley
Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top offensive tackles by 247Sports.com (No. 48), Rivals.com (No. 69) and ESPN.com (No. 78) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 75) and SuperPrep (No. 89) . . . rated among Ohio's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 26), ESPN.com (No. 37) and Rivals.com (No. 45) . . . three-year starter for Coach Ed Miley at Marlington High School in Alliance, Ohio . . . two-time first-team All-Ohio (Division III) choice by The Associated Press . . . two-time AP Northeast Inland All-District (first team), WHBC Radio All-Stark County and All-Northeastern Buckeye Conference selection . . . graded out at 90 perfect for his blocking assignments and allowed no sacks as a senior . . . anchored an offensive line that helped the Lions rush for 3,078 yards and score 362 points in 2011 . . . also recorded 40 tackles, including a sack, as a senior . . . helped pave the way for a team that rushed for more than 4,000 yards in 2010 while advancing to the state semifinals . . . three-year letterman in wrestling . . . finished fifth in the 285-pound class in 2011 . . . son of Cecil and Kimberly Higgins . . . born Nov. 1, 1993 . . . plans to major in nursing.
DANTONIO ON HIGGINS:
"Zach is a tough-minded offensive lineman. He attended our camp and we saw him play in 2011. He's very athletic and physical, showed balance and explosion, and has excellent feet. He's also an outstanding wrestler. We have him projected as a guard."
TE | 6-6| 240 | West Lafayette, Ohio | Ridgewood High School
Coach John Slusser
Primary Recruiter: Mike Tressel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top tight ends by 247Sports.com (No. 19) and Scout.com (No. 31) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . three-year starter at tight end and defensive end for Coach John Slusser at Ridgewood High School in West Lafayette, Ohio . . . helped the Generals to a combined record of 31-4 over his last three seasons while averaging 259.0 rushing yards and 35.4 points per game . . . played every offensive snap at tight end over the last three years . . . three-time All-Inter Valley Conference selection (first team, 2010-11; second team, 2009) . . . first-team All-Ohio (Division V) choice by The Associated Press as a senior . . . had a career-best 16 receptions for 159 yards (9.1 avg.) and two touchdowns in 2011 . . . recorded 38 tackles as a senior, with 12 for losses including three sacks . . . posted seven tackles, including two sacks, vs. Lucasville Valley in the 2011 playoffs . . . named to AP Eastern All-District First Team as a defensive lineman as a junior . . . set career highs for tackles (59), tackles for loss (20) and sacks (6) in 2010 . . . also caught 10 passes for 93 yards (9.3 avg.) and two scores as a junior . . . earned AP Eastern All-District second-team honors as a defensive lineman in 2009 . . . made 47 stops as a sophomore, with 2.5 for losses including 1.5 sacks . . . had five catches for 75 yards (15.0 avg.) in 2009 . . . had 31 career receptions for 327 yards (10.2 avg.) and four TDs . . . his career totals also include 144 tackles, with 34.5 for losses including 10.5 sacks . . . son of Troy Jones; Amy and Dan McQuiston . . . born July 10, 1993 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON JONES:
"Evan is a big-bodied tight end who was in our camp; we also saw him play in 2011. He has excellent ball skills, shows toughness, and has a tremendous upside. He fills a position of need, and has the potential to be an immediate contributor. He was an outstanding defensive player in high school as well."
WR | 6-3| 195 | Coatesville, Pa. | Coatesville Area High School
Coach Matt Ortega
Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
Enrolled at Michigan State on Jan. 9, 2012, for the beginning of the spring semester . . . HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Named to SuperPrep's All-Northeast and PrepStar's All-East Teams . . . ranked among Pennsylvania's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 20), Rivals.com (No. 26) and ESPN.com (No. 34) . . . two-year starter for Coach Matt Ortega at Coatesville (Pa.) Area High School . . . two-time first-team all-area selection . . . also earned first-team Ches-Mont League honors as both a junior and senior . . . had 43 receptions for 734 yards (17.1) avg. and 10 touchdowns as a senior . . . caught six passes for 140 yards, including a 42-yard TD grab, in the opening round of the 2011 playoffs vs. Spring-Ford . . . had 37 catches for 525 yards (14.2 avg.) and 14 TDs as a junior . . . also participated in track . . . son of Jennifer Kerrick and James Clark . . . born Jan. 23, 1994 . . . majoring in marketing.
DANTONIO ON KERRICK:
"Kyle is a big-bodied wide receiver who has the ability to break tackles. He played safety as well in high school, and is extremely tough and physical.
We saw him play in 2011. He shows big-play ability and great acceleration. He will have an opportunity to contribute immediately this spring."
OL | 6-6| 305 | Rockwood, Mich. | Carlson High School
Coach Kent Sikora
Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among the state's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 19), The Detroit News (No. 22), Lansing State Journal (No. 22), ESPN.com (No. 23), Detroit Free Press (No. 28) and Rivals.com (No. 28) . . . selected to play in the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association 2012 East-West All-Star Game . . . three-year starter for Coach Kent Sikora at Carlson High School in Gibraltar, Mich. . . . Detroit Free Press Division 3 all-state selection . . . honorable mention all-state selection by The Associated Press and The Detroit News . . . named to Detroit News All-Metro West, All-Downriver Dream Team as well as Monroe Evening News All-Region Dream Team Offense . . . recorded 18 pancake blocks and did not allow a sack as a senior . . . credited with 53 tackles, including four sacks, 10 quarterback hurries and a pass break-up in 2011 . . . named to Detroit Free Press All-West Team, Monroe Evening News All-Region Dream Team and first-team All-Downriver as a junior . . . produced 49 tackles, including two sacks, in 2010 . . . contributed 36 tackles as a sophomore, with nine resulting in losses including two sacks . . . also participated in baseball, basketball and wrestling . . . son of Sean and Kimberly Baker . . . born Feb. 24, 1994 . . . plans to major in criminal justice.
DANTONIO ON KIELER:
"Kodi is a big athlete who excelled on both offense and defense. He has great running ability and change of direction. We saw him play in 2011. He shows toughness, explosiveness, and the ability to run and change direction."
WR | 5-11| 178 | Fort Lauderdale, Fla. | University School
Coach Roger Harriott
Primary Recruiter: Mark Staten
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Named to SuperPrep's All-Dixie Team . . . scored on a 21-yard touchdown grab in the Tournament of Champions Nike All-Star Game (South Florida vs. Miami-Dade) . . . two-year starter for Coach Roger Harriott at University School in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. . . . Class 3A first-team all-state selection by The Associated Press . . . named Sun-Sentinel 2011 Player of the Year after accounting for 1,362 all-purpose yards and 22 touchdowns . . . earned first-team all-county honors from the Sun-Sentinel and Miami Herald . . . also selected team MVP . . . had 58 receptions for 755 yards (13.0 avg.) and 10 TDs as a senior . . . rushed for 127 yards and nine scores in 2011 . . . returned eight kickoffs for 359 yards (44.9 avg.) and two TDs and six punts for 121 yards (20.2 avg.) and one TD as a senior . . . accounted for 367 combined yards (rushing, receiving, passing and return yards) and a school-record six TDs vs. Delaware's Red Lion Academy (caught 13 passes for 144 yards and two TDs; rushed for 43 yards and three scores; returned a kickoff 98 yards for a TD; and went 2-for-2 passing for 82 yards) . . . named first-team all-county and the Suns' Most Outstanding Offensive Player as a junior . . . secured a spot on the 2010 All-State Championship Tournament First Team after helping the Suns advance to the Class 2B Championship Game . . . accounted for 1,832 all-purpose yards and 21 TDs as a junior . . . had 55 catches for 735 yards (13.4 avg.) and seven TDs in 2010 . . . carried 108 times for 661 yards (6.1 avg.) and 14 TDs as a junior . . . returned 13 kickoffs for 281 yards (21.6 avg.) and 11 punts for 155 yards (14.1 avg.) in 2010 . . . set school career records for all-purpose yards (3,194) and TDs (43) . . . also participates in basketball and track and field . . . son of Macgarrett Kings Sr. and Sherrie Bates . . . born Sept. 27, 1993 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON KINGS:
"Macgarrett is an outstanding athlete in the mold of a Keshawn Martin-type player. There's a potential for him to contribute immediately. He shows great ball skills and change of direction. He's a kick returner and a punt returner with breakaway speed and great acceleration. He's also played tailback in the past, so he has running ability. He camped at MSU last spring and displayed great skill."
LB | 6-3| 215 | Southfield, Mich. | Southfield-Lathrup High School
Coach Stephon Thompson
Primary Recruiter: Brad Salem
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top weakside defensive ends by Rivals.com (No. 18) . . . listed among the country's top linebackers by Scout.com (No. 28 outside linebacker), CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 44) and 247Sports.com (No. 56 outside linebacker) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among the state's top seniors by the Detroit Free Press (No. 5), Lansing State Journal (No. 7), Rivals.com (No. 7), The Detroit News (No. 12), 247Sports.com (No. 13) and ESPN.com (No. 22) . . . three-year starter for Coach Stephon Thompson at Southfield-Lathrup High School . . . honorable mention all-state selection by The Associated Press and The Detroit News . . . second-team All-North selection by the Detroit Free Press . . . two-time all-conference pick . . . recorded 135 tackles, including 19 for losses, and scored two defensive touchdowns as a senior . . . also forced four fumbles and recovered four fumbles in 2011 . . . saw action at five different positions (quarterback, wide receiver, tight end, running back and linebacker) vs. Farmington: threw a pass, caught a pass, scored two rushing TDs and returned a fumble 42 yards for a score . . .had 13 receptions for 350 yards (26.9 avg.) and two TDs as a junior . . . posted 90 tackles, including 11 for losses, and an interception in 2010 . . . also credit with four fumble recoveries as a junior . . . son of David Lyles and Cheree Wilson . . . born Dec. 9, 1993 . . . plans to major in nursing.
DANTONIO ON LYLES:
"Jamal played a variety of positions in high school - he played quarterback, wide out, tight end and linebacker - which shows you how athletic he is. We watched him in camp and also play in 2011. He will play linebacker here at Michigan State. He has great ability to run, he's explosive, and has good ball skills. He's also extremely tough."
WR | 6-2| 190 | Cincinnati, Ohio | Archbishop Moeller High School
Coach John Rodenberg
Primary Recruiter: Harlon Barnett
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Rated among the nation’s top players by Scout.com (No. 159) . . . ranked among the nation’s top wide receivers by Scout.com (No. 26), ESPN.com (No. 36), 247Sports.com (No. 47) and Rivals.com (No. 54) . . . listed among the Midwest’s top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 24) and SuperPrep (No. 48) . . . ranked among the state’s top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 13), 247Sports.com (No. 17) and Rivals.com (No. 21) . . . two-year starter for Coach John Rodenberg at Archbishop Moeller High School in Cincinnati, Ohio . . . first-team All-Ohio (Division 1) selection by The Associated Press in 2011 . . . named Cincinnati Enquirer Player of the Year and AP Southwest District Offensive Player of the Year as a senior . . . also selected Greater Catholic League South Division Offensive Player of the Year in 2011 . . . had 56 receptions for 1,137 yards (20.3 avg.) and 16 touchdowns as a senior while helping lead the Crusaders to the GLC South title . . . also rushed for 280 yards and two scores in 2011 . . . caught seven passes for 207 yards and three TDs vs. St. Xavier (Ky.) as a senior . . . had 50 catches for 719 yards (14.4 avg.) and seven scores in 2010 . . . also gained 269 yards and scored three rushing TDs as a junior . . . his 2010 top single-game performances: eight receptions vs. LaSalle, 136 receiving yards vs. Hamilton and two TD catches vs. Mooney . . . had 121 career receptions for 2,024 yards and 25 TDs . . . former high school teammate of current Spartan defensive end Marcus Rush . . . son of Montanez Madaris Sr. and Tylisha Moore . . . born Sept. 8, 1993 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON MADARIS:
"Monty is an outstanding athlete who attended our camp twice. He’s a big-bodied wide receiver who reminds me of B.J. Cunningham. He possesses raw speed and is very instinctive. He’s also tough and an outstanding blocker. He was one of the top players in Cincinnati in one of the most competitive conferences in the nation. Monty is the third player that we’ve recruited from Moeller High School – the past two (Greg Jones, Marcus Rush) have been great ones."
OL | 6-4| 290 | Centerville, Ohio | Centerville High School
Coach Ron Ullery
Primary Recruiter: Harlon Barnett
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top offensive guards by ESPN.com (No. 25), 247Sports.com (No. 27) and Rivals.com (No. 40) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among Ohio's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 14), 247Sports.com (No. 35) and Rivals.com (No. 50) . . . two-year starter and two-time all-conference pick for Coach Ron Ullery at Centerville (Ohio) High School . . . second-team All-Ohio (Division I) selection by The Associated Press in 2011 . . . named to AP Southwest All-District Team . . . anchored an offensive line that helped the Elks average 332.0 rushing yards and 39.3 points per game in 2011 . . . recorded 65 knockdowns as a senior, including 16 domination blocks . . . Elks averaged 5.8 yards per carry as 90 percent of the team's runs went behind him in 2011 . . . produced 38 knockdowns, including 10 domination blocks, as a junior while the Elks averaged 320 rushing yards per game and 5.6 yards per rush . . . four-year letterman in track and field . . . son of Michael and Tracy McGowan . . . born Dec. 12, 1993 . . . plans to major in criminal justice.
DANTONIO ON McGOWAN:
"Benny comes from an outstanding program in Centerville High School that is built on toughness and competes in one of the best conferences in America. We saw him play in 2011, and he's very physical and explosive. He comes off the ball well and gets movement immediately. He is also an excellent shot putter and was a team MVP in 2011."
DB | 6-0| 180 | Toledo, Ohio | Whitmer High School
Coach Joe Palka
Primary Recruiter: Mike Tressel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top safeties by ESPN.com (No. 27) . . . rated among Ohio's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 30) . . . three-year starter for Coach Joe Palka at Whitmer High School in Toledo, Ohio . . . first-team All-Ohio (Division I) selection by the Associated Press in 2011 . . . two-time first-team AP Northwest All-District selection . . . also earned All-Blade and all-league honors as a senior . . . recorded 97 tackles, including five for losses, and three interceptions in 2011 while helping the Panthers (13-1) advance to the state semifinals . . . returned an interception 54 yards for a touchdown vs. Wadsworth in the regional final . . . AP second-team All-Ohio pick as a junior . . . son of Serena Johnson, and Mike and Sandy Stockdale . . . born Dec. 21, 1993 . . . plans to major in family studies.
DANTONIO ON MEYERS:
"Mark is another outstanding dual player who will play defensive back. Not only is he one of the top defensive backs in Ohio, he's also a tremendous returner. Mark plays with great effort every snap and is an excellent tackler. We saw him play in 2011 and have him projected to play at safety. He camped at MSU this past year and showed excellent skills and versatility."
QB | 6-3| 202 | Lima, Ohio | Lima Central Catholic High School
Coach Jerry Cooper
Primary Recruiter: Mike Tressel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: PrepStar All-American . . . ranked among the nation's top pro-style quarterbacks by 247Sports.com (No. 13) and Rivals.com (No. 18) . . . rated among the country's top quarterbacks by ESPN.com (No. 58) . . . named to SuperPrep's All-Midwest Team . . . listed among Ohio's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 18), Rivals.com (No. 30) and ESPN.com (No. 51) . . . participated in the 2011 Elite 11 Quarterback Camp in Malibu, Calif. . . . four-year starter for Coach Jerry Cooper at Lima (Ohio) Central Catholic High School . . . second-team All-Ohio (Division V) selection by The Associated Press in 2011 . . . named to AP Northwest All-District First Team as a senior . . . selected Northwest Conference Back of the Year for the second-straight season after throwing for 1,995 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2011 while leading the Thunderbirds to a 10-1 record and the No. 1 ranking in the final AP Division V Poll . . . connected on 18-of-32 passes for 333 yards, five TDs and four interceptions vs. Liberty-Benton in the 2011 state quarterfinals . . . also earned first-team all-conference honors as the kicking specialist as a senior, converting 26-fo-29 extra-point attempts and averaging 38 yards per punt . . . voted 2010 NWC Back of the Year after accounting for 2,986 total yards and 40 TDs . . . completed 141-of-231 throws (.610) for 2,516 yards, 27 TDs and six interceptions as a junior . . . rushed for 470 yards and 13 scores in 2010 . . . threw for 1,631 yards (100-of-173 passing) and 21 TDs as a sophomore . . . hit 104-of-222 passes for 1,634 yards and 11 scores as a freshman . . . four-year starter on the Thunderbirds' basketball team . . . earned second-team AP All-Ohio (Division III) honors as a junior after averaging 12.8 points per game . . . son of Mike and Barb O'Connor . . . born March 4, 1994 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON O'CONNER:
"Tyler attended camp here at Michigan State and we also saw him play. He's a big-bodied, elusive and athletic quarterback with an outstanding arm and great delivery. He has an outstanding throwing technique and body mechanics. He makes excellent decisions, has impressive pocket presence, and is extremely productive."
TE | 6-5| 239 | Greentown, Ind. | Eastern High School
Coach Josh Edwards
Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top tight ends by 247Sports.com (No. 16) and Rivals.com (No. 19) . . . named to SuperPrep's and PrepStar's All-Midwest Teams . . . rated among Indiana's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 5), 247Sports.com (No. 7) and Rivals.com (No. 10) . . . four-year starter for Coach Josh Edwards at Eastern High School in Greentown, Ind. . . . two-time Top 50 All-State selection by the Indiana Football Coaches Association . . . also earned first-team all-state (Class 2A) honors from The Associated Press as a senior . . . two-time first-team all-area and all-conference pick . . . named the state's top senior tight end by the IFCA as part of the Mr. Football program . . . had 39 receptions for 524 yards (13.4 avg.) and four touchdowns in 2011 . . . threw for 114 yards and rushed for 106 yards as a senior . . . recorded 59 tackles, with 19.5 resulting in losses including 13 sacks, in 2011 . . . forced five fumbles, blocked two punts and returned a punt for a TD as a senior . . . caught four passes for 123 yards and a score vs. Oak Hill . . . had a career-best 41 catches for 574 yards (14.0 avg.) and eight TDs in 2010 . . . registered 95 tackles, with 23 for losses including 10 sacks, as a junior . . . had a season-high nine receptions for 155 yards and a TD vs. Fort Wayne Bishop Luers in 2010 . . . his career receiving totals include 130 receptions for 1,920 yards (14.8 avg.) . . . accounted for 29 career TDs . . . produced 286 career tackles, with 65.5 for losses including a school-record 41.5 sacks . . . also participates in basketball and track and field . . . has already eclipsed the 1,000-point career milestone for the Comets' basketball team . . . son of Tim and Mary Price . . . born July 19, 1993 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON PRICE:
"Josiah is a mismatch tight end who has the ability to catch the ball in traffic. We saw him in our camp over the summer, and he fills a position of need for our football team. He shows explosiveness, has great toughness on defense, and is very productive. He's also an outstanding basketball player."
DB | 6-0| 174 | Sarasota, Fla. | Booker High School
Coach Fred Gilmores
Primary Recruiter: Harlon Barnett
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top cornerbacks by Rivals.com (No. 52) and ESPN.com (No. 72) . . . selected to play in the Police Athletic League Bowl . . . four-year starter for Coach Fred Gilmore at Booker High School in Sarasota, Fla. . . . 2011 Class 4A first-team all-state selection by The Associated Press and Sarasota Herald-Tribune . . . led the Tornadoes in passes defended (7) and interceptions (2) as a senior . . . recorded 90 tackles, including three sacks, in 2011 . . . accounted for more than 1,000 kickoff return yards and returned two for scores as a senior . . . returned the opening kickoff 85 yards for a touchdown vs. Gateway Charter . . . participated in 2010 IMG Madden Football Academy . . . finished fourth in the 2011 Class 2A high jump with a personal-best leap of 6-6 . . . also set Sarasota County meet record in the triple jump (44-4) as a junior . . . son of Charles and Vanesa Robinson . . . born Feb. 19, 1994 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON ROBINSON:
"Ezra is an outstanding athlete and a big-play guy who can be a kick returner or punt returner for us. We watched him play in 2011. He has great feet and good body mechanics, and has displayed excellent tackling ability. He will play cornerback at Michigan State. Ezra is also an outstanding track athlete who excels at high jump and also as a sprinter and triple jumper."
RB | 5-10| 185 | Snellville, Ga. | Brookwood High School
Coach Mark Crews
Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top all-purpose backs by Rivals.com (No. 11) . . . rated among the country's top running backs by 247Sports.com (No. 54), Scout.com (No. 70) and ESPN.com (No. 73) . . . named to SuperPrep's All-Dixie Team . . . listed among Georgia's top seniors by Rivals.com (No. 43) and SuperPrep (No. 45) . . . carried seven times for 92 yards, including a 76-yard touchdown run, in the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association North-South All-Star Football Classic . . . rushed 18 times for 81 yards, including a 13-yard TD run, in the Rivalries of Gwinnett All-Star Game . . . three-year starter for Coach Mark Crews at Brookwood High School in Snellville, Ga. . . . honorable mention all-state choice in 2011 by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Georgia Sports Writers Association . . . selected Gwinnett County Running Back of the Year after rushing for 1,225 yards (6.1 yards per carry) and 11 TDs as a senior . . . rushed five times for 133 yards and three scores vs. Berkmar . . . returned a kickoff 75 yards for the game-winning TD with 15 seconds left vs. Parkview . . . carried 18 times for a season-high 196 yards and two TDs vs. Shiloh . . . gained 192 yards on 19 attempts and scored twice vs. Central Gwinnett . . . named Snellville Patch Player of the Week after rushing 27 times for 118 yards vs. Collins Hill, including a 79-yard TD gallop . . . earned first-team all-state honors as a junior from GSWA and AJC . . . also named first-team all-county in 2010 . . . rushed 226 times for 1,845 yards (8.2 avg.) and 22 TDs as a junior while helping the 14-1 Broncos win the Class AAAAA state championship . . . former high school teammate of current Spartan wide receiver Andre Sims Jr. . . . son of Reggie and Keisha Tompkins . . . father Reggie played wide receiver at Wisconsin . . . born Dec. 19, 1993 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON TOMPKINS:
"Nick comes from an outstanding program that won the 2010 state championship. He's extremely explosive and productive, and has great vision in the backfield. He has the ball skills and return skills, so he could play a multitude of positions. He will play tailback here at MSU."
WR | 6-0| 170 | Saginaw, Mich. | University of Tennessee
Coach Gary Lee
Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
Enrolled at Michigan State on Jan. 9, 2012, for the beginning of the spring semester . . . 2011 SEASON (TENNESSEE): True freshmen played in all 12 games with one start . . . had 24 catches for 242 yards (10.1 average) and two TDs . . . was third on team in catches and fifth in receiving yards . . . his 24 catches tied for second-most by a true freshman in UT history with William Howard (1984), only behind Kelley Washington's 64 in 2001 . . . his 242 yards are the sixth-most by a true freshman in UT history . . . had three or more catches in six different games . . . had three catches for 20 yards at Kentucky (11/26) . . . had an 8-yard catch at No. 8 Arkansas (11/12) in first-career start . . . grabbed three balls for 47 yards vs. Middle Tennessee State (11/5) . . . produced three catches for career-high tying 59 yards vs. No. 14 South Carolina (10/29) . . . had three receptions for 22 yards vs. Georgia (10/8) . . . scored first two TDs of career on 13 and 8-yard receptions vs. Buffalo (10/1); finished with three catches for 27 yards . . . had a break-out game with eight receptions for 59 yards for first career catches at No. 16 Florida (9/17); it marked the most catches by a UT freshman since Kelley Washington (11) vs. LSU in 2001 SEC Championship Game . . . was one of 12 true freshmen to make debut vs. Montana (9/3) . . . HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Ranked among the top prospects in the nation by ESPN.com (No. 57) and Rivals.com (No. 84) . . . member of the ESPNU 150 Team and Rivals.com 100 Team . . . ranked among the top wide receivers in the nation by Scout.com (No. 8), ESPN.com (No. 9) and Rivals.com (No. 12) . . . named to the Class of 2011 Sporting News Top 100 (No. 24 overall/No. 2 wide receiver) . . . ranked among the top players in Michigan by Rivals.com (No. 2) . . . selected to U.S. Army All-America Bowl . . . earned Division 1-2 all-state honors as a senior and junior . . . as a senior, led the Saginaw Valley League with 42 receptions for 782 yards and eight touchdowns while adding six more TDs rushing and returning kicks; finished season with more than 1,200 all-purpose yards . . . in his junior season, registered 41 receptions for 876 yards and 10 TDs . . . overall in his high school career, racked up more than 1,100 all-purpose yards and 15 total TDs . . . defensively, collected 46 tackles, three interceptions and 26 pass breakups . . .was a three-year starter for the Trojans under Coach Gary Lee . . . also lettered in basketball and track and field . . . son of William and Virginia Arnett . . . born June 27, 1992.
DANTONIO ON ARNETT:
"DeAnthony was as big of a recruit as anyone last year. He has game experience in the Southeastern Conference and is a proven commodity at wide receiver. We've had him in camp various times. He's a great player with both outstanding big-play and route-running ability. He should one of our gamebreakers for us. He came here from the University of Tennessee and transferred due to family issues. He'll be with us in the spring as we await the NCAA's decision on his hardship waiver for immediate eligibility to play in the 2012 season."
DL | 6-5 | 295 | Toronto, Ontario | University of Toronto | Coach: Greg Gary | Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
AT UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO: Two-year starter for Greg Gary . . . started all eight games in 2012 and recorded 22 tackles (18 solos, 4 assists), including 4.5 for losses (30 yards) . . . also recovered two fumbles . . . led the Varsity Blues with four sacks (28 yards) . . . produced a career-best seven tackles, including a 6-yard sack, forced a fumble and blocked a kick vs. York in 2012 . . . played in 2012 Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) East-West Bowl in London, Ontario . . . started the first six games of the 2011 season before being sidelined for two games with an ankle injury . . . credited with 12 stops (8 solos, 4 assists) and a fumble recovery . . . registered 1.5 tackles for loss (3 yards), including a 2-yard sack . . . made a season-high 3.5 tackles at York . . . redshirted in 2010 . . . HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Played in six games for the Ontario Varsity Football League's Etobicoke Eagles in 2010 . . . attended Chaminade College School in Toronto but played in only one high school football game . . . played forward for Ontario Provincial Junior A Hockey League's Ajax Attack in 2009-10 . . . son of David and Irene Bodanis . . . born June 10, 1991 . . . volunteers at Jack's House, a charitable organization named after one of his younger brothers that supports families and children with autism . . . plans to major in political science..
DANTONIO ON BODANIS: "James is a very big and athletic defensive tackle. He is very developed and looks like he could come in and play for us soon. He has played good football in Canada, and was also a very good hockey player. He is a great athlete and has some videos displaying his athletic ability for a 300-pound man that can turn some heads."
TE | 6-5 | 238 | Waukesha, Wis. | Waukesha West | Coach: Steve Rux | Primary Recruiter: Brad Salem
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top tight ends by MaxPreps.com (No. 24) and Rivals.com (No. 35) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . rated among Wisconsin's top seniors by Rivals.com (No. 6) and 247Sports.com (No. 13) . . . two-year starter for Coach Steve Rux at Waukesha (Wis.) West High School . . . had 21 receptions for 397 yards (18.9 avg.) and five touchdowns as a senior . . . caught at least one pass in all nine games in 2012 . . . had four catches for 74 yards and two TDs vs. Watertown . . . caught five passes for 77 yards and one score at Waterford . . . had three receptions for 50 yards at Catholic Memorial . . . had two TD receptions (for 26 yards) in the 2012 season opener vs. Mukwonago . . . sat out the entire 2011 season with a knee injury . . . caught 18 passes for 216 yards (12.0 avg..) and four TDs as a sophomore while helping the Wolverines win the 2010 state championship . . . had 39 receptions for 613 yards (15.7 avg.) and nine TDs in 17 career games . . . also participates in basketball and track and field . . . finished ninth in the shot put with a personal-best toss of 52-7 in the 2012 WIAA Track & Field Championships . . . has a personal best of 146-3 in the discus . . . son of Mark Chmura and Lynda Chmura Stickler . . . born Nov. 25, 1994 . . . father Mark played tight end at Boston College and spent seven years with the National Football League's Green Bay Packers (1993-99) . . . a three-time Pro Bowl selection, Mark finished his pro career with 188 receptions for 2,253 yards (12.0 avg.) and 17 TDs . . . plans to major in kinesiology.
DANTONIO ON CHMURA: "Dylan displays all of the attributes of a productive tight end. He is very explosive and powerful at the point of attack. He also has the ability to catch in traffic, run very deliberate routes, and make plays with the football. We were able to evaluate him at camp and he stood out among a very impressive group of tight ends."
DE | 6-5 | 220 | Chicago, Ill. | Percy L. Julian | Coach: Jason Richardson | Primary Recruiter: Dan Roushar
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top defensive ends by Scout.com (No. 58) and ESPN.com (No. 83) . . . rated among the country's top weakside defensive ends by 247Sports.com (No. 22) and Rivals.com (No. 28) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 143) . . . ranked among the state's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 12), Rivals.com (No. 14) and ESPN.com (No 29) . . . played his entire prep career for Coach Jason Richardson, both at Percy L. Julian and Morgan Park High Schools . . . recorded 14 tackles, including two sacks, and scored on a 3-yard reception vs. Hales Franciscan in his only appearance of the 2012 season . . . named Defensive Line MVP at National Underclassmen Five-Star Central Showcase in April 2012 . . . transferred from Morgan Park to Julian prior to his senior year . . . sat out his entire junior season with a knee injury . . . posted 89 tackles as a sophomore, with nearly half of his tackles resulting in losses . . . registered 40 tackles for loss in 2010, including 18 sacks . . . produced eight tackles, including three sacks, vs. Providence Catholic in the season opener at Soldier Field . . . currently averaging 14 points and 11 rebounds for the Julian Jaguars' basketball team . . . son of Diana Cooper and Steven Taylor Sr. . . . born Feb. 23, 1995 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON COOPER: "Demetrius is an outstanding athlete, who possesses great balance and explosion. His ability to run, accelerate and change direction make him a tremendous pass rusher. He has the physical attributes and the work ethic to be a dynamic playmaker."
OL | 6-6 | 270 | Detroit, Mich. | Cass Tech | Coach: Thomas Wilcher | Primary Recruiter: Terrence Samuel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top offensive tackles by Scout.com (No. 21), CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 25), Rivals.com (No. 31) and ESPN.com (No. 35) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 53) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . rated among the state's top seniors by Scout.com (No. 6), Rivals.com (No. 8), ESPN.com (No. 8), Lansing State Journal (No. 9), The Detroit News (No. 12) and 247Sports.com (No. 14) . . . two-year starter at right tackle for Coach Thomas Wilcher at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, Mich. . . . helped the Technicians to a combined record of 23-5 (.825), including back-to-back Division 1 state titles . . . named to Detroit Free Press Division 1 all-state team as a senior . . . honorable mention all-state selection by The Detroit News . . . also earned all-metro honors from The Detroit News . . . anchored an offensive line that helped the Technicians rush for 289 yards (39 attempts; 7.4 yards per carry) in a 36-21 victory over Detroit Catholic Central in the 2012 Division 1 state championship game . . . grandson of Lela Finley; son of Debra Finley . . . born Jan. 29, 1995 . . . plans to major in psychology.
DANTONIO ON FINLEY: "Dennis is a big athlete with a huge upside. He comes from one of the top programs in the state at Cass Tech in Detroit, and helped lead his team to a state championship his senior season. Dennis has the potential to be a great offensive lineman for years to come. He is a focused player, who truly wants to improve and maximize his abilities."
K | 5-9 | 180 | Toledo, Ohio | Ottawa Hills | Coach: Chris Hardman | Primary Recruiter: Mike Tressel
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Represented the East in the 2013 Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl in Carson, Calif. . . . ranked among the nation's top kickers by Rivals.com (No. 1), 247Sports.com (No. 1), Chris Sailer (No. 1), Scout.com (No. 9) and ESPN.com (No. 12) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 121) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . rated among Ohio's top seniors by 247Sports.com (No. 45) and ESPN.com (No. 57) . . . two-year starter for Coach Chris Hardman at Ottawa Hills High School in Toledo, Ohio . . . Associated Press Division VI All-Ohio First-Team selection in 2012 . . . also started at wide receiver and safety for the Green Bears . . . connected on 6-of-10 field-goal attempts as a senior, including a career-long 54-yarder . . . 48 of his 52 kickoffs resulted in touchbacks (.923) in 2012 . . . averaged 41.6 yards per punt as a senior . . . converted 35-of-37 extra-point attempts (.946) as a junior . . . 88 percent of kickoffs resulted in touchbacks in 2011 . . . also averaged 41.6 yards per punt as a junior . . . scored two touchdowns in 2010 . . . two-time Division III All-Ohio selection in soccer as a goalkeeper (senior: first team; junior: second team) . . . son of Jim and Mary Geiger . . . born Oct. 4, 1994 . . . plans to major in engineering.
DANTONIO ON GEIGER: "Michael came to our kicking camp this summer and separated himself from the competition. He was 100-percent accurate on field-goal attempts, even when we intentionally put him in adverse situations. In addition to being a clutch kicker, he showed his all-around athleticism as a starting defensive back and wide receiver, and also was a first-team all-state goalkeeper in soccer. Michael is the type of individual you want on the field when the game is on the line."
WR | 5-10 | 180 | Downingtown, Pa. | Downington East | Coach: Mike Matta | Primary Recruiter: Dave Warner
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the East's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 104) . . . named to PrepStar's All-East Team . . . rated among Pennsylvania's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 17), PennLive.com (No. 26) and 247Sports.com (No. 28) . . . invited to participate in 2013 Big 33 Football Classic (June 15 vs. Maryland) . . . two-year starter for Coach Mike Matta at Downington East in Exton, Pa. . . . two-time All-Ches-Mont League (National Conference) selection . . . had 48 receptions for 698 yards (14.5 avg.) and 12 touchdowns as a senior . . . led the Cougars in receptions for the second year in a row . . . rushed 16 times for 90 yards (5.6 avg.) and three TDs in 2012 . . . accounted for three TDs vs. Wissahickon (43-yard reception, 65-yard kickoff return and 5-yard run) in 2012 PIAA District 1 Class AAAA playoffs; finished with six catches for 94 yards vs. Wissahickon . . . recorded three 100-yard receiving games as a senior, including eight catches for a career-best 130 yards and two TDs (66 and 4 yards) vs. Downingtown West (also scored on a 17-yard run) . . . caught a career-high 13 passes for 114 yards and two scores vs. Coatesville . . . had three receptions for 124 yards (41.3 avg.) and two TDs, including a career-long 73-yard grab, vs. Monsignor Bonner/Archbishop Prendergast Catholic in the 2012 season opener . . . ranked No. 6 on The Philadelphia Inquirer's 2012 Preseason Top 150 to Watch in Southeastern Pennsylvania . . . also listed among Top 10 players in the Philadelphia Area . . . caught 53 passes for 732 yards (13.8 avg.) and 11 TDs as a junior . . . returned a kickoff 82 yards for a score vs. Council Rock in 2011 PIAA District 1 Class AAAA quarterfinals . . . had four TD receptions (28, 31, 25 and 5 yards) vs. Downingtown West . . . scored on a 65-yard punt return vs. Avon Grove . . . had five catches for 107 yards and two TDs (33 and 54 yards) vs. Allentown Central Catholic . . . son of James Harris Sr. . . . born Oct. 4, 1994 . . . plans to major in sports management.
DANTONIO ON HARRIS: "Jay is an explosive wide receiver with the speed and elusiveness to create big plays. He is extremely versatile as he also lined up as a running back, defensive back and returner on special teams in high school."
DB | 6-0 | 175 | Solon, Ohio | Solon | Coach: Jim McQuaide | Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top cornerbacks by Rivals.com (No. 68), ESPN.com (No. 71) and Scout.com (No. 74) . . . rated among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 117) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . listed among Ohio's top seniors by Rivals.com (No 48) and ESPN.com (No. 54) . . . three-year starter for Coach Jim McQuaide at Solon (Ohio) High School . . . helped the Comets to a combined record of 27-8 (.771) . . . two-time first-team All-Northeast Ohio Conference selection (2011-12) . . . had 33 receptions for 542 yards (16.4 avg.) and eight touchdowns as a senior . . . returned 11 kickoffs for 219 yards (19.9 avg.) in 2012 . . . also returned 12 punts for 200 yards (16.7 avg.) and one score as a senior . . . recorded 15 tackles (9 solos, 6 assists) and a team-leading four interceptions in 2012 . . . caught a career-best eight passes for 82 yards and intercepted two passes vs. Brunswick . . . had six receptions for 109 yards and two TDs (32 and 34 yards) and his 40-yard punt return set up another score vs. Twinsburg . . . scored on a 78-yard punt return vs. Buchtel . . . had six catches for a career-best 120 yards and two TDs (38 and 46 yards) in the 2012 season opener vs. Shaker Heights . . . his 46-yard TD grab with 19 seconds left gave the Comets a 24-21 win over Shaker Heights . . . earned second-team all-district honors as a junior . . . caught 25 passes for 275 yards (11.0 avg.) and two scores in 2011 . . . accounted for six total touchdowns as a junior, with four coming on returns . . . returned 12 kickoffs for 530 yards (44.2 avg.) in 2011, including a career-long 92-yard runback for a TD . . . returned nine punts for 99 yards (11.0 avg.) as a junior . . . registered a career-best 41 tackles (23 solos, 15 assists), including three for losses, and two interceptions in 2011 . . . credited with 31 tackles (18 solos, 13 assists), including one for a loss, as a sophomore . . . led the team with six interceptions in 2010, including a 67-yard return for a TD vs. Mentor . . . also competes in track and field . . . boasts personal bests of 5-9 in the high jump and 23-0 in the long jump . . . former high school teammate of current Spartan wide receiver Tres Barksdale . . . son of Arthur and Melanice Hicks . . . born Aug. 21, 1995 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON HICKS: "Darian is an explosive athlete who has played wide receiver and cornerback. He has very good ball skills and leaping ability. He ran track in high school and has tremendous speed, and you can see that speed on display on several kickoff and punt returns in his junior year. In his senior year, he had very few balls kicked to him. We had Darian in camp, and he is very coachable and has all the skills to be a great corner in the Big Ten."
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Rated among the nation's top running backs by Rivals.com (No. 45), Scout.com (No. 47) and 247Sports.com (No. 61) . . . ranked among the nation's Top 25 big backs by MaxPreps.com (No. 16) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 131) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . rated among the state's top seniors by the Lansing State Journal (No. 6), The Detroit News (No. 8), Detroit Free Press (No. 10), Rivals.com (No. 11), 247Sports.com (No. 11), Scout.com (No. 12) and ESPN.com (No. 20) . . . three-year starter for Coach Nate Williams at Carman-Ainsworth High School in Flint, Mich. . . . first-team all-state by The Associated Press (Divisions 1-2), The Detroit News (Divisions 1-2) and Detroit Free Press (Division 1) as a senior . . . also named to the Flint Journal Dream Team . . . rushed 94 times for 1,023 yards (10.9 avg.) and 14 touchdowns in 2012 . . . recorded five 100-yard rushing games as a senior . . . set career highs for carries (21) and rushing yards (205) in his final game in a Cavalier uniform vs. Gland Blanc, including an 80-yard TD run . . . rushed eight times for 166 yards (20.8 avg.) and two scores (39 and 75 yards) vs. Flushing . . . picked up 122 yards on 10 carries and scored a career-best three TDs (5, 3 and 6 yards) vs. Flint Northern . . . carried six times for 128 yards (21.3 avg.) and two scores (80 and 11 yards) vs. Saginaw Heritage . . . gained 162 yards on 14 attempts and scored twice (3 and 78 yards) in the 2012 season opener vs. Grand Blanc . . . earned First-Team All-Big Nine Conference honors as a junior, despite playing in only five games due to an ankle injury . . . ran 70 times for 351 yards (5.0 avg.) and three TDs in 2011 . . . set season highs for carries (16) and rushing yards (99) and scored once vs. Ann Arbor Huron . . . carried 15 times for 80 yards and one TD vs. Davison . . . gained 98 yards on 14 attempts and scored once vs. Flushing . . . also participates in basketball and track and field . . . attended the same high school that produced former Spartan All-Big Ten safety Otis Wiley (2005-08) . . . son of Gerald Holmes Sr. . . . born Nov. 15, 1994 . . . plans to major in graphic design.
DANTONIO ON HOLMES: "Gerald is a big, tough running back with quick feet and excellent speed. After he came to our camp going into his junior year and did a great job, that's when we were convinced he would be an impact player. He has a chance to contribute immediately at the running back position."
DL | 6-3 | 275 | Fort Lauderdale, Fla. | Dillard | Coach: Lorenzo Davis | Primary Recruiter: Mark Staten
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Participated in the 2012 Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) North-South All-Star Game . . . ranked among the nation's top defensive tackles by 247Sports.com (No. 68) . . . two-year starter at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. . . . played his senior year for Coach Lorenzo Davis and was named Broward All-County (Class 5A-4A-3A-2A) honorable mention by the Sun Sentinel . . . recorded 63 tackles, 11 quarterback pressures, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries in 2012 . . . led the Panthers in tackles for loss (29) and sacks (13) as a senior . . . also competes in track and field, with personal bests of 40-11 in the shot put and 121-6 in the discus . . . attended the same high school that produced former Spartan two-time All-America running back Lorenzo White (1984-87) and All-Big Ten defensive tackle Josh Shaw (1998-2001) . . . son of Kelly Johnson . . . born May 9, 1995 . . . plans to major in computer engineering.
DANTONIO ON JONES: "Noah is a very athletic big man with great get-off. He has long arms and his 6-3 frame helped him shed blockers and attack the quarterback in high school."
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: PrepStar All-American . . . ranked among the nation's Top 300 prospects by ESPN.com (No. 183) and CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 229) . . . rated among the country's top linebackers by CFN (No. 29) . . . listed among the nation's top inside linebackers by ESPN.com (No. 6), Rivals.com (No. 12) and 247Sports.com (No. 32) . . . ranked among the country's top outside linebackers by Scout.com (No. 17) . . . rated among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 23) . . . listed among Ohio's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 9), Rivals.com (No. 17) and 247Sports.com (No. 30) . . . recorded six tackles and a safety in the 2012 Offense-Defense All-American Bowl at Reliant Stadium in Houston . . . two-year starter for Coach John Rodenberg at Archbishop Moeller High School in Cincinnati, Ohio . . . helped the Crusaders to a combined record of 21-7 (.750), including the 2012 Division 1 state championship (12-3) . . . first-team All-Ohio selection by The Associated Press in 2012 . . . named AP Division I Defensive Player of the Year (shared honor with two others) as a senior . . . also selected Southwest Ohio District Defensive Player of the Year in 2012 . . . two-time All-Greater Catholic League South selection (2012: first team; 2011: second team) . . . recorded a career-best 130 tackles (51 solos, 79 assists) as a senior, with 13.5 resulting in losses (44 yards) including 2.5 sacks (15 yards) . . . also credited with four passes defended, a forced fumble and two fumble recoveries in 2012 . . . produced a team-high nine tackles, including two for losses (4 yards), vs. Toledo Whitmer in the Division I state championship game . . . reached double-figure tackles in five games as a senior: 12 stops vs. St. Edward, 11 at St. Xavier, 10 at Louisville St. Xavier, 13 at Detroit Catholic Central (sack and forced fumble) . . . tallied nine tackles and an interception vs. Grand Rapids Christian . . . registered 104 tackles (62 solos, 42 assists) as a junior, with 9.5 resulting in losses including two sacks . . . had a career-best two interceptions (56 yards) to go along with six pass break-ups and a fumble recovery in 2011 . . . son of Antonia Jones . . . born Oct. 18, 1994 . . . brother Eric Thatcher played safety at Pittsburgh (2005-08) . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON JONES: "Shane is a tough player who is very smart and instinctive on the football field. He can be an intimidating presence and is very physical - he's a knock-back tackler. Shane comes from one of the top football programs in the state of Ohio and is the fourth player that we've recruited from Moeller High School (Greg Jones, Marcus Rush, Monty Madaris)."
WR | 6-1 | 180 | Cincinnati, Ohio | St. Xavier | Coach: Steve Specht | Primary Recruiter: Harlon Barnett
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . rated among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 104) . . . ranked among Ohio's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 46), Rivals.com (No. 56) and 247Sports.com (No. 60) . . . three-year starter for coach Steve Specht at St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, Ohio . . . suffered a broken foot in the final preseason scrimmage and missed the first seven games of the 2012 campaign . . . had 12 receptions for 76 yards (6.3 avg.) and two touchdowns in four games as a senior . . . rushed two times for 17 yards (8.5 avg.) and returned two kickoffs for 47 yards (23.5 avg.) in 2012 . . . had a career-high six catches for 45 yards and a score at Lakewood St. Edward . . . led the Bombers in receptions as a junior, with 42 for 378 yards (9.0 avg.) and three TDs . . . rushed 34 times for 210 yards (6.2 avg.) and two scores in 2011 . . . also saw limited action at quarterback as a junior, completing 9-of-12 throws (.750) for 56 yards and one interception . . . matched his career high with six catches for 51 yards and a score at Louisville St. Xavier . . . set career highs for carries (15), rushing yards (134) and rushing TDs (2) in his debut as starting quarterback at Cleveland St. Ignatius . . . scored on an 80-yard run on the first play from scrimmage and added a 29-yard TD run in the second quarter vs. St. Ignatius . . . had six catches for 56 yards and a score vs. Louisville Trinity . . . caught six passes for 50 yards at Colerain . . . had four receptions for 70 yards and a TD at Springfield in the 2011 season opener . . . led the team in receptions as a sophomore with 25 for 366 yards (14.6 avg.) and three TDs . . . son of Myron Kilgore . . . born Feb. 10, 1995 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON KILGORE: "Trey has the size, speed and hands to be a playmaker for us in the passing game. He's also very elusive and has the ability to get yards after the catch. Trey played quarterback and wide receiver as a junior, but focused solely on wide receiver as a senior and showed tremendous improvement at the position. He excelled in one of the most competitive conferences in the country in the Greater Catholic League."
DB | 6-2 | 185 | Warren, Ohio | Warren G. Harding | Coach: Steve Arnold | Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top safeties by ESPN.com (No. 20) and Scout.com (No. 31) . . . rated among the country's top athletes by Rivals.com (No. 25) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 52) . . . named to PrepStar's All-Midwest Team . . . ranked among Ohio's top seniors by Rivals.com (No. 23), ESPN.com (No. 23) and 247Sports.com (No. 39) . . . three-year starter at Warren G. Harding High School in Warren, Ohio . . . helped the Raiders, under first-year Coach Steve Arnold, to a 9-2 record in 2012 . . . Associated Press Division I first-team All-Ohio selection as a senior . . . also named AP Ohio Northeast Inland All-District first-team in 2012 . . . recorded 85 tackles and five interceptions as a senior . . . produced 17 tackles for loss in 2012, including seven sacks . . . returned 14 punts for 265 yards (18.9 avg.) and two touchdowns as a senior . . . also returned 10 kickoffs for 223 yards (22.3 avg.) in 2012 . . . returned a punt 47 yards for a TD vs. Euclid . . . returned a punt 85 yards for a TD and an interception 60 yards for another score vs. Warrensville Heights . . . saw action at quarterback and wide receiver as a junior but missed three games due to injury . . . rushed 51 times for 216 yards (4.2 avg.) in 2011 . . . returned the opening kickoff 87 yards for a score and added third-quarter TD runs of 24 and 85 yards vs. Warrensville Heights . . . son of Andre and LaShonda Coleman . . . born Dec. 9, 1994 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON POWELL: "Jayln played safety in high school, and was also a go-to-guy on offense when they needed him at wide receiver, quarterback and tailback. Defensively, he is a big-time hitter with good ball skills and has a good football IQ. He has a great nose for the football as he played a similar coverage in high school. We also had Jayln in camp and really think his skill set will be a great match for him on the hash."
LB | 6-2 | 230 | Sterling Heights, Mich. | Brother Rice | Coach: Al Fracassa | Primary Recruiter: Brad Salem
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: PrepStar All-American . . . honorable mention PARADE All-American . . . ranked among the nation's prospects by Scout.com (No. 142), Rivals.com (No. 149) and CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 179) . . . rated among the country's top linebackers by CFN (No. 25) . . . listed among the nation's top middle/inside linebackers by Scout.com (No. 7) and 247Sports.com (No. 18) . . . ranked among the country's top outside linebackers by Rivals.com (No. 12) and ESPN.com (No. 34) . . . rated among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 46) . . . listed among the state's top seniors by the Lansing State Journal (No. 2), Rivals.com (No. 4), Scout.com (No. 4), The Detroit News (No. 5), 247Sports.com (No. 5) and ESPN.com (No. 7) . . . three-year starter for Coach Al Fracassa at Brother Rice High School in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. . . . helped lead the Warriors to a combined record of 28-10 (.737), including back-to-back Division 2 state championships (2011-12) . . . named to The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press Dream Teams in 2012 . . . led the team in tackles (133: 86 solos, 47 assists) and tackles for loss (21) as a senior . . . his eight sacks ranked second on the team . . . also credited with an interception, two passes defended and nine quarterback hurries in 2012 . . . recorded double-figure tackles in nine of 14 games as a senior . . . produced nine tackles and recovered a fumble in the 2012 Division 2 state championship game vs. Muskegon . . . posted nine tackles, three QB hurries and an interception vs. Detroit Catholic Central . . . totaled double-digit tackles in each of the first five games of the 2012 season . . . registered a season-high 15 tackles (11 solos, 4 assists), with five resulting in losses including three sacks (12 yards) vs. Orchard Lake St. Mary's . . . made 15 stops vs. Warren De La Salle, with four for losses including two sacks (3 yards) . . . tallied 12 tackles (11 solos, 1 assist) in the 2012 season opener vs. Cass Tech . . . led the Warriors with a career-best 140 tackles (69 solos, 71 assists) as a junior, with seven resulting in losses including one sack . . . reached double-figure tackles in eight of 14 games in 2011, including a career-best 18 stops (7 solos, 11 assists) vs. Orchard Lake St. Mary's . . . started at defensive end as a sophomore and ranked third on the team with 79 tackles (33 solos, 46 assists), including 14.5 for losses . . . finished second on the team with 7.5 sacks (22 yards) in 2010 . . . his prep career totals include 352 tackles and 42.5 tackles for loss, including 16.5 sacks . . . recorded double-figure tackles in 19 career games . . . also participated in baseball and hockey . . . son of Paul and Cindy Reschke . . . born Sept. 16, 1994 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON RESCHKE: "Jon has had great team and individual success in his high school career, and helped lead Brother Rice to back-to-back state championships. He has very natural instincts to the football and is quick to react to the ball. Jon plays with a very high level of intensity and is an extremely physical player at the linebacker position."
DT | 6-1 | 285 | Plant City, Fla. | Plant City | Coach: Wayne Ward | Primary Recruiter: Harlon Barnett
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked among the nation's top defensive tackles by Scout.com (No. 78) and ESPN.com (No. 99) . . . two-year starter for Coach Wayne Ward at Plant City (Fla.) High School . . . set career highs for tackles (29: 9 solos, 20 assists), tackles for loss (8) and sacks (5) as a senior . . . his five sacks tied for the team lead in 2012 . . . also credited with two quarterback hurries and two fumble recoveries in 2012 . . . recorded three tackles and returned a fumble 99 yards for a touchdown vs. Riverview . . . matched his career best with six tackles (3 solos, 3 assists) vs. Tampa Gaither, including a sack . . . produced five stops vs. Tampa Freedom, including a career-best three sacks . . . registered 21 tackles (14 solos, 7 assists) as a junior, with six resulting in losses including a sack . . . added two QB hurries in 2011 . . . made five stops vs. Riverview . . . totaled five tackles, including a sack, vs. Tampa Gaither . . . posted a career-high six tackles (5 solos, 1 assist) vs. Strawberry Crest . . . son of Buffy Cox . . . born July 10, 1995 . . . plans to major in psychology.
DANTONIO ON SALMON: "Devyn has good size, speed and quickness for a defensive tackle. Once he arrives on campus and is taught how to play low with leverage at all times, we think he'll really develop into a quality player for us."
RB | 5-11 | 190 | Beaver Dam, Wis. | Beaver Dam | Coach: Tim White | Primary Recruiter: Brad Salem
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: PrepStar All-American . . . ranked among the nation's top running backs by Rivals.com (No. 31), Scout.com (No. 44) and ESPN.com (No. 71) . . . rated among the country's top all-purpose backs by 247Sports.com (No. 19) . . . listed among the Midwest's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 103) . . . ranked among Wisconsin's top seniors by Rivals.com (No. 4), ESPN.com (No. 4) and 247Sports.com (No. 5) . . . three-year starter for Coach Tim White at Beaver Dam (Wis.) High School . . . helped the Golden Beavers to 21 victories during his four-year varsity career (more wins than the previous five seasons combined) . . . set school career records for carries (612), rushing yards (5,092), rushing touchdowns (72), all-purpose yards (5,763) and total TDs (78) . . . career averages (37 games): 8.3 yards per carry and 137.6 rushing yards per game . . . first-team all-state selection by The Associated Press and Wisconsin Football Coaches Association as a senior . . . also earned first-team All-Little Ten honors in 2012 . . . rushed 149 times for 1,302 yards (8.7 avg.) and 15 TDs as a senior . . . added eight catches for 148 yards (18.5 avg.) and one score in 2012 . . . recorded six 100-yard rushing games as a senior, including three 200-yard efforts . . . gained 230 yards on 15 attempts and scored four rushing TDs (60, 56, 29 and 16 yards) vs. West Bend East . . . accounted for 202 all-purpose yards vs. Watertown (14 carries for 146 yards and a score; 3 receptions for 56 yards) . . . caught three passes for a season-high 72 yards at Oconomowoc . . . ran 28 times for a season-high 257 yards and three scores (14, 80 and 37 yards) vs. West Bend West . . . carried 14 times for 238 yards and four TDs (4, 67, 12 and 67 yards) and returned a punt 65 yards for a score in the 2012 season opener Waupun . . . named AP second-team all-state and WFCA honorable mention all-state as a junior . . . selected 2011 Little Ten Back of the Year after setting career highs for carries (217), rushing yards (2,048) and rushing TDs (34) . . . produced seven 200-yard rushing games as a junior . . . put together a late-season streak of four-straight 200-yard games. . . had seven scoring runs of over 70 yards in 2011, including a 95-yard TD run at West Bend West and a 99-yard TD burst vs. Hartford . . . rushed 40 times for a school single-game record 329 yards and five TDs vs. Watertown . . . picked up 229 yards on 16 attempts and scored five times in the 2011 season opener vs. Waupun . . . carried 188 times for 1,274 yards and 18 TDs as a sophomore in 2010 . . . gained 468 yards on 58 attempts and scored five rushing TDs as a freshman in 2009 . . . son of Erin Broome . . . born May 6, 1994 . . . mother Erin Broome played guard on the Wisconsin women's basketball team (1992-93) . . . father Rodney Shelton played football for the Badgers (lettered in 1991) . . . undecided major..
DANTONIO ON SHELTON: "R.J. was an extremely productive player in high school. He has the ability to make plays in space as a runner, pass catcher, defensive back and returner. He has very good quickness and the ability to change direction. His breakaway speed and explosiveness resulted in many big plays throughout his career at Beaver Dam High School."
QB | 6-4 | 220 | Erie, Pa. | Cathedral Prep | Coach: Mike Mischler | Primary Recruiter: Mark Staten
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: MaxPreps.com Medium Schools All-American (second team) . . . honorable mention PARADE All-American . . . ranked among the nation's top prospects by Scout.com (No. 120), 247Sports.com (No. 205), CollegeFootballNews.com (No. 235) and ESPN.com (No. 283) . . . rated among the nation's top quarterbacks by Scout.com (No. 9), CFN (No. 24) and MaxPreps.com (No. 24) . . . listed among the country's top dual-threat quarterbacks by 247Sports.com (No. 6) and ESPN.com (No. 13) . . . ranked among the nation's top pro-style quarterbacks by Rivals.com (No. 16) . . . rated among the East's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 35) . . . named to PrepStar's All-East Team . . . listed among Pennsylvania's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 8), Rivals.com (No. 10) and 247Sports.com (No. 10) . . . invited to participate in 2013 Big 33 Football Classic (June 15 vs. Maryland) . . . three-year starter for Coach Mike Mischler at Cathedral Prep School in Erie, Pa. . . . compiled a 33-8 record (.805) in 41 career starts for the Ramblers . . . selected Class AAA 2012 Player of the Year by the Pennsylvania Sports Writers . . . also named District 10 Player of the Year by the Erie Times-News . . . broke nearly every school and District 10 single-season passing record while leading the Ramblers to a perfect 15-0 season in 2012, including the Class AAA championship and a No. 17 national ranking . . . completed 222-of-333 throws (.667) for 3,599 yards, 50 touchdowns and only eight interceptions as a senior . . . recorded 12 200-yard passing games in 2012, including five 300-yard passing outings . . . also led the team in rushing as a senior with 123 carries for 699 yards (5.7 avg.) and 12 TDs . . . accounted for 376 total yards and three TDs in a 24-14 win over Archbishop Wood in 2012 Class AAA Championship Game . . . connected on 13-of-24 passes for a Class AAA championship-game record 317 yards and two TDs plus ran 12 times for 59 yards and another score vs. Archbishop Wood . . . produced 365 total yards and three scores vs. West Allegheny (22-of-33 passing for 257 yards, three TDs and one interception; added 18 rushes for 108 yards) . . . threw for 331 yards (17-of-24 passing), four TDs and one interception vs. Warren . . . hit 11-of-16 passes for 263 yards and a career-best six TDs vs. Central Tech . . . completed 28-of-40 throws for 352 yards, two TDs and one interception vs. Aquinas Institute (N.Y.) . . . selected Erie Times-News Varsity Male Athlete of the Week after accounting for 390 total yards and seven TDs vs. Youngstown (Ohio) Ursuline (21-of-28 passing for 310 yards and five TDs; rushed 11 times for 80 yards and two scores) . . . went 12-for-15 for 280 yards and five TDs vs. St. Francis (N.Y.) . . . threw for 1,582 yards and 15 TDs as a junior . . . completed 15-of-24 tosses for a career-best 361 yards, four TDs and an interception vs. Bradford . . . rushed 11 times for 110 yards and two scores vs. Central Tech . . . passed for 1,921 yards and 21 TDs as a sophomore while guiding the Ramblers to the District 10 Championship and Class AAA semifinals . . . posted three 200-yard passing games in 2010: 216 vs. Oil City (2 TDs), 241 vs. East (TD) and 229 vs. Bradford (2 TDs) . . . carried nine times for 129 yards (14.3 avg.) and three TDs . . . became District 10's career passing leader with 7,266 yards and 87 TDs . . . also scored 58 career rushing TDs . . . joined high school teammate Delton Williams in signing a National Letter of Intent with Michigan State . . . son of Damion Terry and Shelby Staaf . . . born June 21, 1995 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON TERRY: "Damion is a tremendously poised leader, who has a knack for making big-time plays seem normal. He brings a sense of calm to his team and is able to make quick decisions. Damion had an extremely productive senior season, holding nearly every school record on offense, while leading his team to a state title and undefeated season. We're excited about his playmaking ability and what he'll bring to our offense in the future."
ATH | 6-2 | 205 | Erie, Pa. | Cathedral Prep | Coach: Mike Mischler | Primary Recruiter: Mark Staten
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Rated among the nation's top prospects by 247Sports.com (No. 220) . . . ranked among the country's top athletes by 247Sports.com (No. 10), Rivals.com (No. 40) and ESPN.com (No. 45) . . . listed among the nation's top outside linebackers by Scout.com (No. 47) . . . rated among the East's top prospects by ESPN.com (No. 49) . . . named to PrepStar's All-East Team . . . ranked among Pennsylvania's top seniors by ESPN.com (No. 11), 247Sports.com (No. 11) and Rivals.com (No. 14) . . . invited to participate in 2013 Big 33 Football Classic (June 15 vs. Maryland) . . . three-year starter for Coach Mike Mischler at Cathedral Prep School in Erie, Pa. . . . first-team all-state selection as a senior by the Pennsylvania Sports Writers and Pennsylvania Football News . . . named 2012 PFN Class AAA Defensive Player of the Year . . . accounted for nearly 2,000 all-purpose yards and 29 touchdowns as a senior while helping the Ramblers to a perfect 15-0 season, including the Class AAA championship and a No. 17 national ranking . . . rushed 88 times for 697 yards (7.9 avg.) and 13 TDs in 2012 . . . had a school-record 59 receptions for 838 yards (14.2 avg.) and 11 scores as a senior . . . recorded 66 tackles, with five for losses including one sack, four interceptions (136 yards) and 16 pass break-ups . . . in 2012 . . . scored TDs five different ways as a senior, including three punt returns, two interception returns and one fumble return . . . accounted for 117 all-purpose yards and produced eight tackles in a 24-14 win over Archbishop Wood in 2012 Class AAA Championship Game . . . caught seven passes for 118 yards and two scores and added a rushing TD vs. West Allegheny . . . scored TDs three different ways (2-yard run, 56-yard punt return and 22-yard fumble return) and recorded a season-high 12 tackles vs. General McLane in District 10 Class AAA final. . . his three carries all resulted in TDs vs. Warren in D-10 Class AAA semifinals . . . carried 10 times for a career-best 205 yards and three TDs in the regular-season meeting vs. General McLane . . . produced 281 all-purpose yards and three TDs on 24 touches (11.7 avg.) vs. McDowell (rushed 12 times for 139 yards and one score; career-best 11 catches for 139 yards and 2 TDs) . . . returned an interception 99 yards for a TD vs. St. Francis (N.Y.) . . . had eight receptions for 114 yards and returned a punt 55 yards for a score vs. Lake Catholic (Ohio) . . . carried 46 times for 314 yards (6.8 avg.) and seven TDs as a junior . . . had 19 catches for 393 yards (20.7 avg.) and three scores in 2011 . . . totaled 32 tackles (16 solos, 16 assists) as a junior . . . had six receptions for a career-best 177 yards vs. Bradford, including a 90-yard TD grab . . . rushed seven times for 105 yards and three TDs and scored on a 79-yard kickoff return vs. Strong Vincent . . . posted a career-best 91 tackles (49 solos, 42 assists) and two interceptions (78 yards) as a sophomore . . . also credited with five passes defended, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in 2010 . . . caught 10 passes for 208 yards (20.8 avg.) as a sophomore . . . reached double-figure tackles in three games, including a career-best 13 stops vs. Grove City . . . his 92 career receptions set a school record . . . scored 47 career TDs . . . joined high school teammate Damion Terry in signing a National Letter of Intent with Michigan State . . . son of Delton Williams Sr. and Jennifer Evans . . . born Dec. 7, 1993 . . . plans to major in business.
DANTONIO ON WILLIAMS: "Delton is a very enthusiastic and vocal player who was the fire on his 15-0 state championship team. He is extremely talented on both sides of the football. He will light you up defensively, pluck the ball effortlessly out of the air as a receiver, and run by you or through you to gain that extra inch once the ball is in his hands."
CB | 6-1 | 180 | Port St. Lucie, Fla. | Treasure Coast | Coach: Irvin Jones | Primary Recruiter: Pat Narduzzi
HIGH SCHOOL AND PESONAL DATA: Ranked No. 21 on The Palm Beach Post's Big Board . . . three-year starter for Coach Irvin Jones at Treasure Coast High School in Port St. Lucie, Fla. . . . honorable mention all-area selection as a senior . . . recorded 20 tackles (12 solos, 8 assists) and accounted for six total touchdowns in 2012 . . . rushed 46 times for 211 yards (4.6 avg.) and three TDs as a senior . . . had 10 receptions for 169 yards (16.9 avg.) and two scores in 2012 . . . produced six tackles and scored on a 51-yard bomb - his only reception of the game - vs. West Centennial . . . registered a season-high nine tackles (8 solos, 1 assist) vs. Mainland . . . his top all-around performance came in the 2012 season opener vs. Village Academy, as he had 16 touches for 194 yards (12.1 avg.) and three TDs to go along with five tackles and a fumble recovery . . . . ran 12 times for 121 yards (10.1 avg.) and two TDs and had four catches for 73 yards (18.3 avg.) and another score vs. Village Academy . . . named to Orlando Sentinel's MidEast Florida Super60 (preseason No. 5) . . . produced 36 tackles and returned two kicks for TDs as a junior in 2011 . . . gained 234 yards on 52 carries and scored one rushing TD as a sophomore in 2010 . . . also participates in track and field . . . won 4A District 8 championships in both the 100 and 200 in 2012 . . . boasts personal bests of 10.88 in the 100, 21.76 in the 200 and 17-10 1/2 in the long jump . . . son of Michelle Colebrook and Luke Lewis . . . born Oct. 12, 1994 . . . undecided major.
DANTONIO ON WILLIAMS: "Justin is a really fast athlete who played cornerback and safety on defense, and also wide receiver and running back on offense his senior year. He is currently running track and playing baseball for his high school. Justin has exceptional speed and ball skills. We had a chance to watch him play in a game this fall and really think he will fit well at cornerback."
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