Dandy Don Interviews with
LA Top Prospects - Class of 2009
Updated 3/28/08

Class of 2009 Top Prospect List | Class of 2008 interviews

Cody Stroud
QB, 6'3", 185, 4.9

Tuesday (2/13/08) I spoke to Cody Stroud (QB, 6'3", 185, 4.9) from Montgomery high school in Grant Parish. Stroud has a 3.5 GPA and made an 18 on his ACT as a sophomore. Brian Williams, head coach at the class 1-A school, told me that Stroud needs to improve his time in the forty but he has the arm and smarts to play 1-A college football. Stroud made first team class 1-A All-State as a sophomore and second team ATH as a junior. In 2007, the strong armed quarterback threw for 2,536 yards and 20 touchdowns completing over 60 percent of his passes. Stroud is receiving lots of mail from Alabama, Tennessee, Florida and some from LSU. Stroud would like to visit SEC schools, Texas and Texas Tech. Stroud is planning on attending the Manning passing camp this Summer and has been invited to attend a combine put on by Scout in New Orleans. Stroud is also averaging 14 points per game in basketball.

Jordan Mills
OT, 6'7", 280

After speaking to Cody Stroud I interviewed Jordan Mills (OT, 6'7", 280) from Assumption high school in Napoleonville. Mills has a 3.3 GPA and took the ACT test last Saturday. Mills attended one LSU camp last Summer and has plans to attending Summer camp again at LSU this Summer and a lineman camp in Texas. Mills is hearing from LSU and other schools but did not have any letters in front of him when we spoke. Mills made second team All-District in 2007 and hopes to make All-State in 2008.

James Landry
QB

Before interviewing Stroud, I asked Coach Shawn Preston about quarterback James Landry who would have been a national recruit in the last signing class if not for grades. According to Coach Preston, Landry will be attending Holmes Junior college and could be highly recruited in two years.

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Payten Jason
RB, 6'0", 190, 4.4

Last night (2/7/08) I spoke to two outstanding prospects that are unknown names at this time but won't be for long. First I talked to Payten Jason (RB, 6'0", 190, 4.4) from Jesuit. Payten committed to Ole Miss after his sophomore year in high school after having a great season. He missed most of the 2007 season with a high ankle sprain and a bruised collar bone but did manage to gain 500 yards in four games and scored 10 touchdowns. Payten recentley attended a one day Alabama camp and had a great time. The speedy running back is receiving lots of mail frmom Alabama, LSU, Virginia, Michigan State and UNC. Payten's plans are to attend Summer camps at LSU, Alabama, Tennessee and Arkansas.

Greg Washington
RB, 5'8", 165, 4.45

Later Thursday night I spoke to Greg Washington (RB, 5'8", 165, 4.45) from Captain Shreve high school in Shreveport. Washington played his sophomore season in high school at Cole high school in San Antonio, Texas where he rushed for 1,675 yards and 26 touchdowns. Washington missed the entire season last year but will be ready to play his senior season at Captain Shreve. Washington will be someone to keep an eye on.

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Kelvin York
RB, 5'11", 215, 4.5

Friday I talked to highly touted running back Kelvin York (5'11", 215, 4.5) from Dutchtown high school. York was not sure about his GPA and will be taking the ACT in February. York split rushing attempts in 2007 with five-star running back Eddie Lacy but still managed to gain 947 yards and score nine touchdowns. York is receiving mail from LSU and several other big-time 1-A programs. York would like to visit USC, Arkansas, Alabama and LSU in 2008, if invited. York is also a member of the Dutchtown track and field team and runs the 100 meters and 4x100. He is planning on attending at least one Summer camp at LSU.

Wes Luguette
QB, 6'0", 205, 4.7

Wes Luguette (QB, 6'0", 205, 4.7) from Newman high school in New Orleans has a 2.78 GPA and will be taking the ACT test in February. The signal caller is receiving mail from LSU, Florida, Auburn, Alabama and UNC. Luquette would like to take official visits to LSU, Georgia, Florida and Alabama. Luquette made All-District and second team All-State as a sophomore. In the 2007 season, Luquette threw for 2,027 yards and 25 touchdowns and rushed for 530 yards and 12 touchdowns. The strong-armed quarterback's plan for the Summer is to attend one LSU football camp. Luquette is also an outstanding catcher on the Newman baseball team and is planning on attending a few Summer baseball camps.

Vincent Collins
RB, 6'1", 186, 4.5

Wednesday afternoon I interviewed two outstanding prospects from Westlake high school. Westlake went undefeated during the 2007 high school season and lost a one-point heart-breaker to Parkview Baptist in the class 3-A state championship game. I first talked to Vincent Collins (RB), 6'1", 186, 4.5. Collins has a 3.0 GPA and will be taking the ACT February 09. Collins is a Blue-collar, hard-nosed player much like Jacob Hester. Collins is hearing mostly from Tulane, Connecticut, Miami and LSU and would like to visit LSU at the end of the 2007 season. Collins rushed for 2,200 yards and 33 touchdowns and returned two kicks for touchdowns against Kaplan and Parkview Baptist in the state championship game. Collins made All-District and All-State in 2007 and was named MVP in the class 3-A state championship game. Collins' goals are to return to the Dome and bring home the 3-A state trophy to Westlake high school. Collins has been to the last three LSU Summer camps and is planning on camping at LSU in June.

Ryan Davis
OL, 6'5", 270

After interviewing Vincent Collins I interviewed Ryan Davis (OL, 6'5", 270). Davis has a 3.0 GPA and will take the ACT on February 09. Davis made All-District second team in 2007 and has his goal set to make All-State in 2008. Tulane, Connecticut and Nicholls State are showing strong interest. Davis also plays defensive tackle in goal-line defense and would like to visit LSU. He has plans to attend Summer camps at LSU and McNeese this Summer.

Terrance Johnson
QB/ATH, 6'2 1/2", 4.55

Thursday morning I interviewed Terrance Johnson (QB/ATH, 6'2 1/2", 4.55) from Paterson high school. Johnson has a 2.75 GPA and is receiving mail from Ole Miss, Vanderbilt, LSU and all in-state schools. Johnson threw for 3,183 yards and 32 touchdowns and rushed for 250 yards and three touchdowns. Johnson made All-District and honorable mention All-State in 2007. Johnson's goals for 2008 are to make All-State and lead his team to the state championship game next December. Johnson also plays guard on the Lumberjacks' basketball team and averages 10.3 points per game. Johnson will be attending Summer camp at LSU.

Elon Grinstead
WR, 6'2 1/2", 205, 4.5

Tuesday morning I finally caught up with Coach Michael Clesiak from Tioga High school to get some information on wide receiver Elon Grinstead (6'2 1/2", 205, 4.5) who has a 2.5 GPA and a 17 on his ACT. Clesiak told me that in his many years of high school coaching, Grinstead is the only player he has ever coached who he believes will be playing on Sunday someday. Clesiak compares Grinstead's talent to a young Terrelle Owen. Grinstead is receiving mail from Georgia, Purdue, LSU, Vanderbilt, Mississippi State, and Florida, to name a few. Grinstead would like to take official visits to LSU and Georgia at the end of the 2008 season and is planning on attending Summer Camps at LSU and Georgia. Grinstead had over 40 receptions in 2007 and eight touchdowns and one 85-yard kick off for a touchdown. Grinstead also plays free safety. He made All-District the last two years and All-Central Louisiana, and Honorable Mention All-state, in 2007. Grinstead also plays centerfield on the Tioga baseball team and hit .286 in 2007 and stole eight out of eight stolen bases attempted.

Shane Delery
DE, 6'2", 230, 4.8

Later Tuesday I talked to Jesuit high school football coach Wayne Keiser concerning defensive end Shane Delery (6'2", 230, 4.8). Coach Keiser did not want me talking to Delery at this time but did tell me that Delery will be sign with a 1-A school and will have the grades to enroll at a 1-A school. I asked what schools Delery is hearing from and he called out UNC, Northwestern of the Big Ten, Alabama, Louisville and LSU from a stack of mail he received in the last few days. Delery bench presses 310 and squats 400 and is one of the state's top heavy weight wrestlers.

Tahj Jones
LB, 6'2 1/2", 4.48

Tuesday afternoon I talked to Coach Paul Bourgeois of Sulphur high school concerning All-State linebacker Tahj Jones (6'2 1/2", 4.48) from Sulphur. Bourgeois told me that Jones will be a national recruit in 2008 and one of the best he has ever coached. Jones is hearing from all the major schools in the SEC and other big-time programs. Coach Bourgeois did not have Jones' GPA in front of him but did say that his prize recruit had not taken the ACT yet but would take the test in February. I have not been able to reach Jones but hope to before this week is over

Rico Jones
QB, 6'1", 200, 4.6

Monday afternoon I talked to coach Billy North from John Ehret high school concerning two super prospects on the Patriots team. I first asked Coach North about quarterback Rico Jones (6'1", 200, 4.6) who will be a three-year starter in 2008 and does a great job running the spread offense. North said that Jones does a good job throwing medium-range and deep passes and will fit in good with a school that runs the spread offense. The multi-talented quarterback is hearing from schools nation wide. Jones threw for over 1,000 yards and rushed for 600 yards last season. Coach North was not certain about Jones' Summer plans. Jones is hearing from schools all over the country.

Lamin Barrow
LB, 6'2", 220, 4.6

After speaking about Rico Jones, Coach North talked about his prize linebacker, Lamin Barrow (6'2", 220, 4.6) Barrow is a rangy type person who could gain 20 pounds without losing any speed. Barrow is a very close friend of LSU defensive tackle Drake Nevis.

Duante Triplett
RB, 5'10", 210, 4.5

The third player on the John Ehret team that Coach North told me about was running back Duante Triplett (5'10", 210, 4.5) North describe Triplett as having great vision and as a national recruit. As a junior, Triplett rushed for 800 yards and had over 300 yards receiving. Triplett is a very strong athlete who bench presses 350, squats 530 and power clings 330. Triplett is also a good friend of Drake Nevis. Coach North did not want to talk about academics and which schools are recruiting his players.

Brandon Spurlock
OL, 6'2", 265, 4.9

Monday night I interviewed offensive lineman Brandon Spurlock (6'2", 265, 4.9) from Clinton high school. Spurlock has a 3.8 GPA and made a 21 on the ACT the only time he took it. Spurlock is a little undersized but his foot speed and aggression make up for his lack of height. Spurlock will probably play center in college at about 6'3", 300. Spurlock is hearing from LSU regularly and is planning on attending at least one Summer camp at LSU and is also looking forward to camping at USM. Spurlock would like to take official visits to LSU, USM, Texas and Texas Tech, if invited. Spurlock made All-District and All-Metro as a junior and would like to make All-State his senior year at Clinton high school and win the state championship.

Chris Faulk
OL, 6'6", 300, 4.8

Monday morning I caught up with Chris Faulk, (OL 6'6", 300, 4.8) from Northshore high school in Slidell, Louisiana. Faulk told me that he has a 2.5 GPA and will take the ACT test in February. Faulk made second team All-State as a junior and hopes to make the US Army All-America team in 2008. Faulk attended the Army All-Star junior combine the week of the Army All-Star game and turned a lots of heads. Faulk is hearing from schools nationwide including LSU, Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Georgia, Purdue, FSU, USC and Nebraska. Faulk would like to take official visits to LSU, Florida, USC and FSU and is spending the off-season working on getting bigger and stronger. Faulk is bench pressing 320 and squats 420. The giant offensive lineman's plans are to attend at least one LSU Summer camp. Northshore head coach Mike Bourg told me that Faulk will be a five-star recruit and will be able to sign with his school of choice in 2009.

Casey Henderson
RB, 5'10 1/2", 225, 4.6

Late Monday afternoon I spoke to Casey Henderson (5'10 1/2", 225, 4.6) from Benton high school in Bossier Parish. Henderson made first team class 4-A All-State in 2007 and is a very physical, hard-nosed, downhill runner. The brushing running back who gained over 1,800 yards and scored 22 touchdowns did not have a list of the schools he is hearing from, but did say he would like to take official visits to LSU, Nebraska, Georgia and Georgia Tech. Henderson's plans are to attend a Summer camp in New Jersey and one of LSU's Summer camp. Henderson is also on the Benton wrestling team, wrestles in the heavyweight division, and has a 23-1 record. His only loss was against a wrestler from Shaw high school.

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Carneal Ainsworth
OL, 6'4 1/2", 300, 5.3

Monday morning I caught up with Carneal Ainsworth (OL, 6'4 1/2", 300, 5.3) from Parkview high school in Baton Rouge. Ainsworth will be one of the most highly recruited offensive linemen in the state of Louisiana and the entire South in 2008. Ainsworth is receiving mail from major colleges all across the nation including LSU, Auburn, Alabama, UCLA, Florida, Georgia, Ga Tech and Connecticut, to name a few. Ainsworth would like to take official visits to LSU, Florida, Auburn, Georgia and Ga Tech. He is using the off season to get stronger and improve his time in the forty. Ainsworth squats 500 lbs, benches 320, threw the shot-put 52 feet as a junior and hopes to win state this year. Ainsworth's plans are to attend Summer camps at Florida and Auburn and the one-day lineman camp at LSU.

Benny Logan
DE, 6'3", 235, 4.8

Monday afternoon I interviewed Benny and Richard Logan from Red River high school in Coushatta, Louisiana. I first spoke to Benny Logan (DE, 6'3", 235, 4.8). B. Logan made All-District Co-MVP in 2007 along with highly touted Chris Davenport from Mansfield. He also made first team All-State, has a 2.5 GPA and will be taking the ACT on February 09. He did not have his 2007 stats in front of him but I was told by Coach Reginald Prelow that most of the opposing teams chose to run to the opposite side of the field that Benny lined up on. Tennessee, LSU, Baylor, TCU and Texas are recruiting B. Logan along with LA Tech and all in-state schools. B. Logan's plans are to attend Summer camps at Tennessee and LA Tech and he would like to visit LSU, Tennessee LA Tech and Texas. B. Logan also averages nine points and 11 rebounds per game in basketball.

Richard Logan
LB, 5'11", 185, 4.6

After interviewing Benny Logan I interviewed his cousin Richard Logan (LB, 5'11", 185, 4.6) R. Logan has a 2.8 GPA and will take the ACT in February. He missed several games as a junior but did record 65 tackles with 20 tackles for lost yardage. R. Logan is receiving mail from LSU and several in-state schools and plans on attending Summer camps at LSU and Arkansas. Red River head football coach Regional Prelow is very high on both players on and off the playing field.

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Travante Stallworth
QB, ATH, 5'10", 180, 4.4

Friday, January 25 I talked to Leesville head coach Terence Williams concerning (QB/ATH) Travante Stallworth, 5’10”, 180, 4.4. Stallworth moved with his family from Pensacola, Florida to Leesville two years ago. According to coach Williams, Stallworth is a smart kid with a 3.2 GPA and he has not taken the ACT yet. Williams told me that within the last year several major universities have called or stopped by the school for requests of film on Michael Ford and after viewing the films they became very interested in Stallworth. Ford missed most of the 2007 season with an injury and Stallworth responded with a great season. Stallworth threw for 1,340 yards and 10 touchdowns and rushed for 950 yards and 17 touchdowns. Stallworth is hearing from LSU, Alabama, Tulane, FSU and Florida. Les Miles was a visitor last week at Leesville and Nick Saban is scheduled to visit this week. Stallworth's plans are to attend Summer camps at LSU, FSU and Florida this Summer. If anyone has any doubt about Stallworth's ability, all you have to do is ask any high school coach in district 3-4A.

Rufus Porter, Jr.
LB, 6'1 1/2", 190, 4.6

Sunday afternoon I received a phone call from linebacker Rufus Porter, Jr, 6’11/2, 190, 4.6 from Destrehan high school. Porter is the son of former New Orleans Saints linebacker Rufus Porter who is now living in Houston Texas and coaching girls basketball at Benji's Academy. Porter has a 2.5 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Porter's name is just now surfacing so he is not hearing from a lot of schools yet. Connecticut is the one school that he is hearing from the most. Porter made second team All-District in perhaps the toughest class 5-A district in the state in 2007. Porter led the state champs in tackles with 100 including 19 for losses and five sacks. Porter is undecided at this time if he will attend any Summer camps.

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Darrington Sentimore
DT, 6'3 1/2", 263, 4.6

Thursday morning I caught up with defensive tackle Darrington Sentimore (6'3 1/2", 263, 4.6) from Destrehan high school. Sentimore has a 2.6 GPA and will be taking the ACT in April. Sentimore was one of the key players in Destrehan's winning the class 5-A state title. I saw the Blue Chip lineman play three times in 2007 and I believe he was the most dominating defensive player in the state in 2007. I believe Sentimore will be one of five five-star players from the state of Louisiana for the 2009 signing class. Sentimore is hearing from schools nationwide including Florida, Connecticut, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Minnesota, Nebraska, Alabama, Auburn, and Ole Miss, just to name a few.

Sentimore's plans to attend the July Summer camp at LSU. His goals are to repeat as state champs and to make All-State and high school All-America. Last season, Sentimore had 120 tackles including 20 behind the line of scrimmage. Sentimore also plays basketball for the nationally ranked Destrehan Wildcats and averages 12 points per game. I asked Sentimore if he was a good rebounder and he sort of chuckled and said he loves to rebound. Sentimore was very enjoyable to talk to.

Montrell Connors
RB, 6'2", 216, 4.4

Tuesday afternoon I caught up with Ouachita of Monroe head coach John Carr for information on two of his prize prospects. Coach Carr had great things to say about running back Montrell Connors and linebacker Cameron Blake. I first talked to running back Montrell Connors (6'2", 216, 4.4). Connors has a 3.0 GPA and made a 16 on his ACT in November and will retake the test in February. He is hearing from most of the SEC schools including Georgia who had a coach at the school on Monday. Connors is also receiving heavy mail from USC, Clemson and Oklahoma. The speedy running back gained 1,300 yards and scored 24 touchdowns in 2007. Connors told me that he would like to take officials visits to LSU, Florida, Clemson, Alabama and Ole Miss. Connors made All-District, All-NE Louisiana and honorable mention All-State as a junior and has goals are to make All-State and win the state class 5-A title in 2008. Connors is planning on attending Summer camps at LSU and Alabama.

Cameron Blake
LB, 6'2", 218, 4.5

After talking to Montrell Connors I spoke to Cameron Blake (LB, 6’2”, 218, 4.5). Blake has a 3.2 GPA and made a 16 on the ACT as a sophomore. Coach Carr told me that Blake played safety as a sophomore and junior and made All-District at 6'1", 190, but has grown out of the position and will play linebacker in 2008. Carr believes that Blake has a chance to be very good. LSU, Mississippi State, Florida and Alabama have been very active in recruiting Blake. Blake would like to visit LSU, Alabama and MSU in 2008 and is planning on attending Summer camps at LSU, Alabama and MSU.

Malcolm Darby
CB, 6'1", 195, 4.4

Wednesday morning I talked to Coach Paul Trosclair from Eunice high school concerning his two outstanding defensive backs, Malcolm Darby and Troy Godfrey. Coach Trosclair had high words of praise for both prospects but said both have a lot of work to do in the classrooms before playing at the next level. I first talked to Malcolm Darby (CB, 6'1", 195, 4.4) who has a 2.5 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Darby made All-District and All-State as a junior and had a school record of eight interceptions. He also had five interceptions as a sophomore. Darby is also a starter on the Bobcats basketball team averaging 10 points per game. Darby's goals for the 2008 season are to win district and win state. Darby plans are to attend Summer camp at LSU.

Troy Godfrey
S, 6'2", 192

After talking to Darby I talked to Troy Godfrey (S, 6'2", 192). Godfrey has a 2.5 GPA and will be taking the ACT in April. Godfrey, like his teammate Malcolm Darby, is hearing mostly from in-state schools, but that will change once the two have ACT scores. Godfrey made All-District, All-Acadiana and honorable mention All-State in 2007. Godfrey had 114 tackles in 2007 and four forced fumbles. Godfrey's goals are to improve his GPA and ACT and he is planning on attending Summer camp at LSU in June.

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David Hurd
OL, 6’7”, 285, 5.3

Monday afternoon I spoke with West Monroe offensive lineman David Hurd (6'7", 285, 5.3). Hurd has a 3.8 GPA and made a 24 on his ACT the only time he has taken the test. Hurd was a part-time starter last season for the Rebels and is not widely known by college scouts, but he will be a full-time starter in the 2008 season, and if he has a good season he will be highly recruited because of his height. Hurd is hearing often from Oklahoma and in-state schools. Hurd would like to take official visits to Oklahoma and LSU at the end of the 2008 high school season. Hurd's goal is to make All-District and All-State in 2008 and to improve his time in the forty. Hurd also plays basketball for the Rebels and averages about five points per game. Hurd is planning on spending this Summer at West Monroe working on getting stronger and improving his time in the forty.

Clint Clement
LB, 6'2", 210

Later Monday afternoon I spoke with Clint Clement from Ruston. Clement is the younger brother of LSU commitment Chase Clements. Clint is living in Ruston with his dad and he really likes the North-Louisiana life style. Clint made All-District defensive tackle in 2007 at E.D. White, has some work to do in the classroom, and has not yet taken the ACT. Clement is hearing from LSU, Louisville, Ole Miss and La Tech. His goals are to get bigger and stronger and make All-District and All-State in 2008. Clement will attend one of LSU's Summer camps.

Eddie Lacy
RB, 6'1", 205, 4.5

Tuesday morning, January 22, I spoke to coach Bennie Saia from Dutchtown concerning his two super running backs Eddie Lacy and Kevin York. Saia had great things to say about both players and said that Lacy was the best running back he has ever coached. I first spoke to Eddie Lacy (6'1", 205, 4.5) who made a 17 on his ACT the only time he has taken the test but has some work to do in the classroom to improve his GPA. Lacy is hearing from most of the major college powerhouse football programs including LSU, Arkansas, Alabama, Auburn, Ole Miss and Miami. Lacy would like to take official visits to LSU, Arkansas, Miami and Auburn. Lacy rushed for 1,800 yards and 28 touchdowns his junior season at Dutchtown, made All-District, All-Metro, All-Parish and All-State as a junior, and would like to win the state championship in 2008. Lacy does not have plans to attend any Summer camps at this time.

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Dion Anthony
QB/ATH, 6'1", 201, 4.55

Late Thursday afternoon I spoke to Westgate high school's multi-talented Dion Anthony. Anthony plays quarterback at Westgate but is projected to play wide receiver or free safety in college. He is hearing from LSU, Florida, Rutgers and all of the in-state schools. Anthony would like to take official visits to Ole Miss, Florida and LSU and is planning on attending a one-day camp at Alabama this weekend. As a junior, Anthony passed for 1,211 yards and 12 touchdowns and rushed for 898 yards and 11 touchdowns. Anthony also plays basketball and averages 12 points per game and scored 21 points Tuesday in the Tigers' upset of No. 1 ranked Lafayette high.

LaDarious Abrams
RB, 6'0", 200, 4.5

Later Thurday afternoon I got lucky and caught up with West Monroe's LaDarious Abrams and D. J. Banks. I first talk to Abrams who has a GPA of 2.8 and will be taking the ACT in February. Abrams is receiving mail from LSU, Connecticut, UNC, Alabama, Florida, Arkansas, La Tech and LSU. Abrams rushed for 821 yards on 100 carries and 12 touchdowns in 2007, and also caught 23 passes for 269 yards and eight touchdowns. Abrams is undecided as to what Summer camps he will be attending this Summer but did say he was planning on attending two camps. Abrams goals for 2008 are to make All-State and win the state championship.

D. J. Banks
ATH, 5'10", 175, 4.45

After speaking with Abrams, I spoke to B.J. Banks. Banks has a 3.7 GPA and a 21 on his ACT. Banks is hearing from Mississippi State, Ga Tech, Alabama, Arkansas, LSU, ULM, La Tech and Tulane. He would like to take official visits to USC, LSU, MSU, Alabama, and Ga Tech. Banks' plans are to attend Summer camps at LSU, Miami and MSU. Banks is a dangerous kick returner and the teams who played West Monroe last season only kicked to the speedster three times. Banks also plays baseball for the Rebels and had a batting average of .420 last season and only struckout eight times all season.

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Julius Warmsley
DE, 6'3". 230, 4.66

Tuesday, January 15, I had a few hours to call 12-15 in-state high school football coaches to do interviews with prospects on their teams. I first spoke with coach Barry Musemeche of ST Michael high school in Baton Rouge concerning defensive end Julius Warmsley. Musemeche had nothing but great things to say about his prize prospect. After talking with Coach Musemeche, I spoke to Warmsley who sports a 3.2 GPA and made a 20 on his ACT the only time he has taken the test. Warmsley made All-District his sophomore and junior seasons at ST Michaels and first team All-State last season. In the last two seasons Warmsley has blocked 10 punts including six in the 2007 season. Warmsley is 6'3", 230 and runs the forty in 4.66. The highly-touted senior to be in 2008 was an invited guest to six LSU home games in 2007 and attended all but three of LSU's 14 games. The soft-spoken defensive end told me that he is hearing from all the SEC teams and several other big-time programs. Warmsley's plans are to attend as many Summer camps and combines as possible this coming Summer including camps at LSU, Duke and Alabama.

Alex Singleton
RB, 6'0", 230, 4.6

Tuesday afternoon I also spoke to Coach Larry Dauterive of East ST John high school concerning three of his four major college prospects. The first of Coach Dauterive's prospects I spoke to was running back Alex Singleton (6'0", 230, 4.6). Singleton rushed for over 1,700 yards as a junior and was at his best the second half of the season and in the playoffs. Singleton has a 2.6 GPA and has not taken the ACT, but has plans to take the test in February. According to Dauterive, Singleton will be very highly recruited. Singleton is receiving mail from schools nation wide including LSU, Purdue, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Connecticut, Houston and all of the in-state schools. Singleton is not certain at this time what Summer camps he will attend this Summer.

Patrick Lewis
OL, 6'2", 298, 5.3

After interviewing Singelton, I talked to Patrick Lewis, (OL, 6'2", 298, 5.3) who Coach Dauterive describes as being a very hard-nose and physical player who loves to play the game. Lewis has a 3.2 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Lewis is receiving mail from LSU, Houston, Connecticut, Arkansas, Auburn, UNC, Rutgers and in-state schools. Lewis said that at this time LSU is the only school he would like to visit. Lewis also throws the shot-put and came in second behind Drake Nevis in district in 2007 with a throw of 46 ft 7 inches. Lewis and Nevis are best friends.

Briscon James
S/LB, 6'2", 195, 4.55

The final East ST John player I interviewed was Briscon James (S/LB, 6'2", 195, 4.55). James has a 2.8 GPA and has not taken the ACT. James is a very physical player and a hard worker, according to Coach Dauterive. James is receiving mail from all over the nation but mostly from LSU, Auburn, Texas and Tulane, and he's planning on attending Summer camps at LSU and Auburn.

Richard Buckland
ATH, 6'1", 230

Tuesday night I caught up with Richard Buckland (ATH, 6'1", 230) from Dutchtown high school. Buckland is a multi-talented athlete who played nose tackle and tight end and was also the snapper on PATs and FGs in the 2007 season. Buckland has a 2.7 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Buckland is hearing from LSU and other SEC schools plus Connecticut, Duke, Tulsa, and Arizona. Buckland made All-Parish and second team All-District this past season and is hoping to make All-State and lead his team to the class 5-A state championship. Buckland plans to attend at least one LSU Summer camp.

Andrew Hebert
WR, 6'2", 195

Wednesday morning I talked to Andrew Hebert (WR, 6'2", 195) from Teurlings Catholic in Lafayette. Hebert told me that he is receiving mail from LSU, Connecticut, Houston and ULL. Hebert's dad, Jake Hebert, was a four-year starter in the offensive line for the Cajuns. Hebert is currently playing basketball and is averaging around 12 points per game and is a member of the Teurlings baseball team. Hebert has a 2.5 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Hebert's Summer plans are uncertain at this time.

Chris Davenport
DL/OL 6'4", 310, 5.2

Wednesday afternoon I spoke to three highly touted prospects for the 2009 signing class, and the first person I spoke to was Chris Davenport (DL/OL 6'4", 310, 5.2) from Mansfield high school. The giant offensive lineman told me he has a 2.7 GPA and is waiting on the results of the ACT he recently took. Davenport, who is projected to play defensive tackle in college, will be one of the nation's most highly recruited defensive linemen for the 2009 signing class. Davenport is hearing from USC, Alabama, Boston College, LSU and SEC schools. When asked what schools he would like to take official visits to, Davenport's reply was USC, Alabama, Florida, Texas, Texas Tech, Miami and LSU. Davenport made All-District and All-State last season and is also a member of the Mansfield basketball team. He can dunk the basketball. Davenport also throws the shot-put and his best distance was 45 ft, nine inches at the state finals. Davenport is planning on attending Summer camps at USC, Alabama, Florida, and Ole Miss. Davenport attended all but three of LSU's home games this past season.

Kenny Bell
WR, 6'1", 175, 4.3

Later Wednesday afternoon I spoke to Rayville high school football coach Bo Barton to line up an interview with All-State wide receiver Kenny Bell and Abrecus Martinez, an up-and-coming wide receiver. Coach Barton could not stop talking about the athletic ability of Kenny Bell. Bell is 6'1", 175 and runs the 40 in 4.3, the 100 meters in 10.5 and the 200 meters in 21.5. Bell had 50 receptions during the 2007 season with 14 touchdowns. Bell also returned kicks for the Hornets including three for touchdowns. Bell's GPA is 2.5 and he will be taking the ACT in February. Bell told me that he is hearing from schools nation wide but that LSU and Alabama are sending the most mail. The speedy wide receiver would like to take official visits to LSU, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida and attend Summer camps at LSU and Alabama.

Abrecus Martinez
WR, 6'3", 195, 4.55

After interviewing Kenny Bell, I spoke to Abrecus Martinez (WR, 6'3", 195, 4.55). Martinez has a 2.5 GPA and will take the ACT in February. Martinez is hearing mostly from the University of North Carolina, LSU, Ole Miss, Georgia and Florida and has plans to attend Summer camps at LSU and Alabama. Coach Barton told me that Martinez has great upper body strength and makes great catches over many defensive backs because of his size and strength.

Michael Lamothe
LB, 6'3", 220, 4.7

Monday night I caught up with Michael Lamothe, a 6'3", 220, 4.7 LB from New Iberia high school. Lamothe told me that he has made one B this year and has a 3.98 GPA. He made a 25 on his ACT as a sophomore and plans to retake the test. Before talking to Lamothe, I spoke to head coach Rick Hutson who told me that Lamothe had great hands and could play tight end in college. Hut told me that New Iberia uses Lamothe in short yardage situations and because of that his teammates calls him Tebow. Lamothe made second team All-District as a sophomore and his goals are to make first team All-District and All-State his senior season at New Iberia high school. Lamothe was invited and attended two LSU home games this past season and has plans to attend at least one LSU Summer Camp this Summer. Lamothe is hearing from Tulane, LSU, LA Tech and other in-state schools. Lamothe's favorite LSU player is Luke Sanders and his favorite NFL team is the Colts because of Joseph Addai.

Ronald Gillis Jr.
S, 5'11", 200, 4.55

After talking to Michael Lamothe, I talked to his teammate Ronald Gillis Jr. (S, 5'11", 200, 4.55). Gillis is the son of former NFL player Ronald Gillis. He has a 3.2 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Gillis attended the Bennie White Shoes camp last Summer and has not made plans for this Summer. Gillis' favorite NFL team is the Colts and his favorite NFL player is Champ Bailey. Coach Hut told me earlier that Gillis has a chance to sign with a division 1-A school.

Michael Ford
RB, 5'9", 204, 4.5

Tuesday I spoke to Coach Williams at Leesville high school concerning his super Blue Chip running back prospect Michael Ford (5'9", 204, 4.5). According to Williams, Ford is the hardest working player he has ever coached, including Michael Clayton at Christian Life high school in Baton Rouge. Ford has a 2.5 GPA and has not taken the ACT. Ford is hearing from all the major powerhouse teams in the nation including LSU, USC, Texas, Florida and the entire SEC. Ford told me that LSU is his favorite team but he would like to take official visits to Florida, FSU, Auburn, Alabama and LSU. Ford missed half of his junior season with a shoulder injury but still managed to gain 1,300 yards with a 7.6 average per carry and 20 touchdowns.

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Ruben Randle
WR, 6'3", 195

My first phone call (1/15/08) was to Bastrop high school. I spoke to Coach Brad Bradshaw for a few minutes and later in the day I spoke to three of the defending class 4-A state champion players. I first spoke to two-time All-State wide receiver Ruben Randle (WR, 6'3", 195) who will be the number one player on my top 100 prospect list when it is released on February 07. Randy runs the forty in 4.47, has a 3.6 GPA and made a 19 on the ACT the only time he took the test. I asked the super prospect what schools he is hearing from and his reply was most of the big schools. Randle does not know what schools he will visit next season, but LSU and Alabama are at the top of his list.

Joshua Downs
DT, 6'1-1/2", 265, 4.8

After talking to Randle, I spoke to All-State defensive tackle Joshua Downs (6'1-1/2", 265, 4.8). Downs has a 3.0 GPA and has not taken the ACT yet. Downs is being recruited by LSU, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Tulane and all in-state schools. Downs' plans are to attend an LSU Summer camp for the second straight year. Coach Bradshaw told me that Downs' only drawback is his height but that is not keeping college scouts from inquiring about the strong defensive lineman.

DeQuinta Jones
DT, 6'3", 250, 4.8

Coach Bradshaw also had great things to say about DeQuinta Jones (DT, 6'3", 250, 4.8). Jones is hearing from Southern Mississippi, LSU, Ole Miss, Mississippi, Tulane and in-state schools. Jones has a 2.9 GPA and has not taken the ACT yet. Jones and several of his teammates will attend at least one LSU Summer camp this Summer.