U.S. Army All-American Bowl 2014 Roster and Player Analysis

The U.S. Army All-American Bowl won't be played until January of 2014, but we already have a lot to look forward to in regards to the game.

247Sports has provided the inside scoop on the forming 2014 roster and as it stands, this game should be incredibly exciting. Some of the best player on both sides of the ball will be featured, and if you're a fan of college football recruiting—this is not a game you're going to want to miss.

Here's my brief scouting report on each player currently on the 2014 roster:

Note: All star-based rankings according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. All info (unless otherwise noted) and recruit interest info according to 247Sports.com as well. Players with a * and university name on the slide title have committed to that university.

Will Grier, 4-Star QB, Davidson Day School (FL) *Florida

Schools of Interest: Committed to Florida

Scouting Report:

Will Grier has an extremely strong arm, but also displays accuracy and great touch. He has good height at 6'3'', but he's only 180 pounds. Ideally, it would be good if he gained just a bit more weight. He can run with the ball and he has deceiving speed and vision as a runner. If he wants to run in the SEC though, he'll need to bulk up. That said, Grier is ranked as the No. 2 pro-style quarterback according to the 247Sports Composite, and he has great fundamentals and star potential.

Drew Barker, 4-Star QB, Conner High School (KY)

Schools of Interest: Kentucky, South Carolina, Louisville, North Carolina, Tennessee, Vanderbilt

Scouting Report:

Drew Barker is ranked as the No. 7 quarterback in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). He has good size at 6'4'', 210 pounds and he has a cannon for an arm. He has the ability to really zip the ball to his receiver on a line, and that applies to both his intermediate and deep throws. He displays great pocket presence and above average mobility. He runs strong with the ball and should be considered a running threat when things break down, or even on intentional run calls. He also has good accuracy and can throw on the run when his feet aren't set.

Caleb Henderson, 4-Star QB, Lake Braddock Secondary School (VA) *North Carolina

Schools of Interest: Committed to North Carolina

Scouting Report:

Caleb Henderson has tremendous arm strength. He really has great fundamentals in regards to footwork, and that helps him zip the ball almost effortlessly. He has the ability to plant, transfer his weight from front-to back and throw the ball on a line. He also has good accuracy, great touch on his deep ball and he has great eyes, meaning that he always has his eyes downfield scanning for the open man. He's ranked as the No. 4 pro-style quarterback according to the 247Sports Composite rankings and he checks in at 6'3'', 220 pounds. 

Sony Michel, 5-Star RB, American Heritage High School (FL)

Schools of Interest: Georgia, Notre Dame, Florida, Florida State, Miami, North Carolina

Scouting Report:

Sony Michel is ranked as the No. 2 running back in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite Rankings). He's 5'11'', 205 pounds and runs a 4.50-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports, so he has a great combination of size and speed. Michel has an elite skill-set. He obviously has good speed, but he's also extremely elusive and has great vision. He's very good at making defenders miss and he has a great cutback move. He displays tremendous footwork, but he can also be explosive to the edge and just outrun people as well.

Racean Thomas, 5-Star RB, Oxford High School (AL)

Schools of Interest: Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, LSU, Ole Miss, Oregon

Scouting Report:

Racean Thomas is an extremely strong runner, and he'll be hard to take down even at the college level. He'll break arm tackles, and he has a very effective spin move. He churns his feet on contact and is always moving forward, so he'll be an effective runner between the tackles. He also has good speed and long strides though, so he can get the edge and outrun defenders to the second level. He has a great combination of strength. and speed, and he's extremely explosive at 5'11'', 196 pounds. Thomas is the No. 6 running back according to the 247Sports Composite. 

Jalen Hurd, 5-Star RB, Beech Senior High School (TN)

Schools of Interest: Committed to Tennesee

Scouting Report:

Jalen Hurd has elite potential as a running back. He has the size of a linebacker at 6'3'', 230 pounds, but he runs like a running back fall smaller than him. He has great footwork and agility, and he's extremely explosive. He'll be able to pickup big yards between the tackles, but he can also kick the ball outside and beat defenders to open space. He'll be hard to take down because of his size and quickness. Hurd is ranked as the No. 3 running back in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. 

Demetrius Johnson, 4-Star ATH, Annapolis Area Christian School (MD)

Schools of Interest: Maryland

Scouting Report:

Demetrius Johnson is an athlete recruit that can play wide receiver, running back or defensive back. He's 6'2'', 195 pounds and is ranked as the No. 23 athlete in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). Johnson has good speed, he has long strides and he can cover a lot of ground very quickly on both sides of the ball. He displays great agility, footwork and good hands. As a safety, he can fly up and play very strong against the run at the line of scrimmage.

Jamil Kamara, 4-Star ATH, Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School (VA)

Schools of Interest: North Carolina, Virginia

Scouting Report:

Jamil Kamara is ranked as the No. 8 athlete in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) and he checks in at 6'2'', 195 pounds. He has great length and runs with long strides, which allows him to get good separation as a wideout. He has the speed to be a deep threat or even turn the corner on a jet sweep run. Kamara also displays good agility, vision, concentration and soft hands.

Demarre Kitt, 4-Star WR, Sandy Creek High School (GA)

Schools of Interest: Ohio State, Auburn, Clemson, Tennessee

Scouting Report:

Demarre Kitt has the potential to be a big-time deep threat at the college level. He has very good size at 6'1'', 182 pounds, but he also runs a 4.53-second 40-yard dash according to 247Sports, so he'll be able to stretch the deep zone or outrun the corner in man. He's an explosive playmaker with great vision and footwork, and he has the ability to make a big play after the catch. He can also go up and high-point the ball and make an athletic play on passes that aren't right on the money. Kitt's greatest asset will be his ability to run by defenders though on the fly or go route.

Johnnie Dixon, 4-Star WR, Dwyer High School (FL)

Schools of Interest: Florida, Miami

Scouting Report:

Johnny Dixon is an interesting wideout recruit at 5'10'', 187 pounds. He has very quick feet, he runs clean routes and he has great extension and ability to catch the ball with his hands while looking it in. Dixon gets great separation and he's extremely fast. He's ranked as the No. 28 wideout in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. 

Artavious Scott , N/R ATH, East Lake High School (FL)

Schools of Interest: N/A

Scouting Report:

Artavious Scott is unranked according to 247Sports. He is a lanky athlete/wideout recruit at 6'0'', 180 pounds though and he runs a 4.50-second 40-yard dash (247Sports). He has good hands, great leaping ability and he runs clean, crisp routes. 

Josh Malone, 4-Star WR, Station Camp High School (TN)

Schools of Interest: Tennessee, Florida State, Notre Dame, Ohio State, South Carolina, Vanderbilt

Scouting Report:

Josh Malone has the stats to be a beast at the college level. He has elite size at 6'2.5'', 190 pounds, and he runs a 4.43-second 40-yard dash according to 247Sports. He's ranked as the No. 12 wideout in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). He has the size and speed to be a pure deep threat, but he's much more than just a vertical player. He displays quick feet, takes good angles and runs great routes. He's also very agile, elusive and can make defenders miss after the catch. He'll be good in all three phases of the passing game (short, intermediate, deep).

David Sharpe, 4-Star OT, Providence School of Jacksonville (FL)

Schools of Interest: Florida, Florida State, Alabama, Ohio State

Scouting Report: 

David Sharpe is a big offensive tackle recruit at 6'6'', 288 pounds. He sticks out for his abilities as a pass protector. He has good size, but he combines that with agile, quick feet and great hands. He moves his feet with the pass rusher and has the ability to shuffle and stay in front. As a run blocker, he plays with good bend in his knees and blocks with good leverage. He's also very explosive at the line of scrimmage. 

Mason Cole, 4-Star OG, East Lake High School (FL) *Michigan

Schools of Interest: Committed to Michigan

Scouting Report:

Mason Cole is ranked as the No. 6 guard recruit in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He checks it at 6'4'', 285 pounds, so he has tremendous size for just a rising senior guard recruit. As a guard, he displays that quickness you're looking for, so he'll be able to get out in front and be a lead blocker on pulls, or kick out a defensive lineman on counters or traps. He can also play offensive tackle at his size, so overall he's a very versatile lineman recruit. 

Quenton Nelson, 4-Star OT, Red Bank Catholic High (N.J.)

Schools of Interest: Boston College, Northwestern, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Rutgers

Scouting Report: 

Quenton Nelson is a big offensive tackle recruit with great size at 6'5'', 295 pounds. He displays exceptional strength, he blocks with great leverage and he uses his hands well to extend and drive back. For as big and strong as he is, he's also very quick and should be effective getting to the second level or blocking in open space as a lead blocker on pulls. Nelson is ranked as the No. 9 offensive tackle in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. 

Jalyn Holmes, 4-Star WDE, Lake Taylor High School (VA)

Schools of Interest: Clemson, Florida, Florida State, Maryland, North Carolina, USC, Virginia, Virginia Tech, Alabama

Scouting Report: 

Jalyn Holmes is the No. 3 weak-side defensive end in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite, so he's undoubtedly a big-time recruit. He checks in at 6'5'', 225 pounds, so he has decent size for a defensive lineman, especially in regards to height and length. He's very versatile and athletic. As well as playing defensive end, he can be an effective tight end. As an end though, he displays good reaction coming down against the run. He should also be a decent pass-rusher because of his agility and speed. 

Dante Sawyer, 4-Star WDE, North Gwinnett High School (GA)

Schools of Interest: Clemson, Florida, Florida State, Maryland, North Carolina, USC, Virginia, Virginia Tech, Alabama

Scouting Report: 

Dante Sawyer is a weak-side defensive end recruit who also projects to be able to play outside linebacker. He's 6'3'', 220 and ranked as the No. 11 weak-side defensive end in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. He's extremely athletic and he plays very aware defense. He can sniff out the ball and make a play on it. He truly is a ballhawk as a defensive end, and that's saying a lot. 

Khairi Clark, 4-Star DT, Chaminade-Madonna (FL)

Schools of Interest: Miami, Arkansas, Clemson, Florida, Georgia, Nebraska, Notre Dame

Scouting Report: 

Khairi Clark is an elite defensive tackle recruit, ranked No. 2 overall at the position according to the 247Sports Composite. He has tremendous size at 6'2'', 325 pounds, but he displays the quickness and agility to shoot the gap and make play in the backfield or in pursuit. His speed, combined with his size and strength, will demand double teams at the college level. He projects to be an elite 0-technique in a 3-4 defensive scheme.

Elisha Shaw, 4-Star DT, Tucker High School (GA)

Schools of Interest: Alabama, Georgia, Auburn, Florida State

Scouting Report: 

Elisha Shaw is No. 3 defensive tackle in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) and he has great size at 6'4.5'', 295 pounds. He's extremely strong, but he's also deceivingly fast. He plays with great explosion out of his stance, and he has the quickness to shoot the gap and track down the defender. He has the strength and size to push back the line of scrimmage and he plays with low pad level.

Elijah Hood, 4-Star ATH, Charlotte Catholic High School (N.C.)

Schools of Interest: North Carolina, Clemson, Michigan, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Virginia Tech

Scouting Report: 

Elijah Hood is ranked as the No. 7 athlete in the 2014 class, and he can play linebacker or running back. He has great size at 5'11.5'', 214 pounds and he runs a 4.51-second 40-yard (247Sports). As a running back, Hood is a powerful runner with long strides and good vision. He hits the hole hard, churns his feet and doesn't go down easy. As a linebacker, he displays tremendous burst and he's definitely a downhill defender. He can set the edge because of his speed and he's comfortable in space. He can also deliver a strong hit. 

Korie Rogers, 4-Star ILB, Buford High School (GA)

Schools of Interest: North Carolina, Clemson, Michigan, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Virginia Tech

Scouting Report: 

Korie Rogers is the No. 7 inside linebacker in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. He's 6'1'', 210 pounds, so he could probably even slide over and play outside as well. He displays good agility and quickness, and frankly he may fit best out the outside where he can utilize that quickness in open space. That's great versatility to have though as a linebacker, and it will be interesting to see if he bulks up as a senior or stays at this size. Either way, he has tremendous potential. 

Bryson Allen-Williams, 4-Star OLB, Cedar Grove High School (GA)

Schools of Interest: South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Michigan, North Carolina, Tennessee, UCLA

Scouting Report: 

Bryson Allen-Williams is an outside linebacker recruit with good size at 6'2'', 214 pounds. Allen-Williams is going to be very good on the edges and in open space at the college level. He's a fundamental linebacker with good feet and quickness. He can backpedal, flip his hips and make a play on the ball in coverage, and he'll also be able to come down strong against the run on the edges. He should also be a good pass-rusher with good speed, and he uses his hands very well to disengage the block. Allen-Williams is ranked as the No. 18 outside linebacker according to the 247Sports Composite. 

Christian Miller, 4-Star OLB, Spring Valley High School (S.C.)

Schools of Interest: South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Michigan, North Carolina, Tennessee, UCLA

Scouting Report: 

Christian Miller is a great outside linebacker recruit with good size and speed. He's 6'4'', 215 pounds and runs a 4.71-second 40-yard dash according to 247Sports. He projects to be very good on the edges at the college level, especially as a pass-rusher. His speed allows him to get the edge and turn the corner on a blocker, but he also uses his hands well and has a good inside rush move as well. Miller is ranked as the No. 4 outside linebacker in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). 

Todd Kelly, 4-Star S, Webb School of Knoxville (TN) *Tennessee

Schools of Interest: Committed to Tennessee

Scouting Report: 

Todd Kelly is a very athletic safety recruit, ranked as the No. 7 safety in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He's very quick and should be able to cover the deep zone and stay on top of routes as a safety. That said, he can also scream down to the line of scrimmage and play strong against the run, so overall he's a very complete safety recruit. Kelly is also a good punt returner.

Nick Glass, 3-Star S, Peachtree Ridge High School (GA) *Georgia

Schools of Interest: Committed to Georgia

Scouting Report: 

Nick Glass is a big safety recruit at 6'2'', 205 pounds. He displays good speed and agility in coverage and he should be able to stay on top of routes at the college level. He has a solid backpedal and the ability to open his hips and take a good angle to the ball. Glass also plays aggressive against the run and should be comfortable in the box. 

Montae Nicholson, 4-Star S,Gateway High School

Schools of Interest: Notable offers from Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, Stanford, Florida State amongst others

Scouting Report: 

Montae Nicholson is a big-time safety recruit with a ton of potential. He's ranked as the No. 8 safety in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) , but he can also play cornerback or wide receiver. He has great length and size at 6'3'', 200 pounds, so he can go up and high point the ball when it's in the air. Nicholson also has good speed though—running a 4.55-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports—so he's quick enough to stay over routes or scream down to the line against the run. 

Kyle Allen, 4-Star QB, Desert Mountain High School (AZ)

Schools of Interest: Arizona, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Texas A&M, UCLA, West Virginia, California, Ohio State

Scouting Report: 

Kyle Allen is ranked as the No. 6 pro-style quarterback in the 2014 class and he has good size at 6'2.5'', 185 pounds. Allen has a very strong arm, but he's also extremely accurate. He gets a lot of zip on his intermediate throws and a lot of distance on the long ball. That said, he also displays good touch and loft on his deep pass. Allen also has good footwork and he can be just as accurate on the run. 

Jerrod Heard, 4-Star QB, John H. Guyer High School (TX) *Texas

Schools of Interest: Committed to Texas

Scouting Report: 

Jerrod Heard is the No. 1 ranked dual-threat quarterback in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. He has good footwork and displays a strong arm and good fundamentals. He throws a tight spiral and he's accurate. As a runner, Heard has great speed and he's very explosive. He's a one-cut-and-go type runner and he's patient. He hits the hole hard and has the quickness to beat defenders to open space. Heard is 6'2.5'', 190 pounds. 

Nathan Starks, 5-Star ATH, Bishop Gorman High School (NV)

Schools of Interest: Alabama, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, USC

Scouting Report: 

Nathan Starks can play running back or safety and he's ranked as the No. 3 athlete in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. He's 5'11'', 200 pounds and runs a 4.46-second 40-yard dash (247Sports). As a running back, Starks has great speed and agility and he displays good vision. His footwork allows him to make sharp cuts and he's hard to take down in the second level. He hits the hole hard, but he's also a good cutback runner. He projects best as a running back in my estimation. 

Joe Mixon, 4-Star RB, Freedom High School (CA)

Schools of Interest: California, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, USC, Washington, Oregon

Scouting Report: 

Joe Mixon is a big running back at 6'2'', 195 pounds. He's a strong runner with a good center of balance and long strides. He covers a lot of ground very quickly and he's extremely explosive. He has great footwork and a solid cutback move. Once he gets into open space he's very elusive, but he can also take the ball from the backfield, get the edge, turn the corner and outrun defenders. Mixon is the No. 7 ranked running back in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. 

Budda Baker, 4-Star ATH, Bellevue High School (WS)

Schools of Interest: Oregon, UCLA, Washington

Scouting Report: 

Budda Baker is ranked as the No. 6 athlete recruit in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He's 5'10'', 170 pounds and he can play safety, running back or return kicks. He's a lanky runner with above average speed. As a safety, he is very rangy, backpedals well, displays good footwork and gets a fast break coming back to the line of scrimmage. As a running back, he hits the hole hard and is a straight line runner, though he does display the ability to make one cut and find the hole. 

KD Cannon, 4-Star WR, Mount Pleasant High School (TX)

Schools of Interest: Baylor, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, TCU, Texas, Texas A&M

Scouting Report: 

KD Cannon is 5'11.5'', 161 pounds and runs a 4.56-second 40-yard dash according to 247Sports. He has very good footwork and is extremely explosive once he get the ball in his hands. He takes good angles and runs crisp routes. He also displays above average concentration, which allows him to make tough catches. He projects to be very good in the slots at the college level, and he's the No. 3 ranked wideout in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. 

Allen Lazard, 4-Star ATH, Urbandale School (IA)

Schools of Interest: Committed to Iowa State

Scouting Report: 

Allen Lazard is ranked as an athlete recruit, and he can play wide receiver or safety. He's 6'4'', 195 pounds and runs a 4.50-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports. He has the size and speed to be a major deep threat at the college level. He has great field vision and instincts, and that will come into play as a kick returner on special teams. His height allows him to high-point the ball and he has great footwork. Lazard is ranked as the No. 9 athlete in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite. 

Jalen Brown, 4-Star WR, Mountain Pointe High School (AZ)

Schools of Interest: Arizona, Arizona State, Michigan, Michigan State, Northwestern, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Vanderbilt, USC

Scouting Report: 

Jalen Brown is the No. 6 ranked wideout in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) and he has good size at 6'2'', 170 pounds. Brown is extremely fast, he runs with long strides and has exceptional footwork. He makes quick cuts and has very subtle, but effective movements as a wide receiver. He's a very good blocker as well, and he's extremely physical for a wideout.

Demetrius Knox, 4-Star OG, All Saints Episcopal School (TX) *Texas

Schools of Interest: Committed to Texas

Scouting Report: 

Demetrius Knox has great size for a guard at 6'3.5'', 290 pounds. He's ranked as the No. 3 offensive guard recruit in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. Knox has great fundamentals, especially in regards to footwork. He plays with a good bend and gets a good drive at the line of scrimmage. He'll be a very good run blocker at the college level.

Terrell Cuney, 3-Star OC, Jasper High School (TX) *Texas

Schools of Interest: Committed to Texas

Scouting Report: 

Terrell Cuney is ranked as the No. 8 center in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He's has elite size at 6'3.5'' and combines that with elite speed for his size, running a 4.89-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports. For as big and strong as Cuney is, he is also extremely explosive as an offensive lineman.

Natrell Curtis, 4-Star OG, Mountain Pointe High School (AZ)

Schools of Interest: Arizona, Arizona State, Arkansas, Nebraska, UCLA, USC

Scouting Report: 

Natrell Curtis is a guard prospect with very good size. He checks in at 6'3'', 285 pounds and he's ranked as the No. 11 offensive guard in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. Curtis is extremely explosive, he gets a great bend in his legs and he drives until the end of the play. He projects to be great as a run blocker. 

Malik McDowell, 5-Star SDE, Loyola High School (MI)

Schools of Interest: Michigan, Michigan State, Notre Dame

Scouting Report: 

Malik McDowell is the No. 2 strong-side defensive end in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He has elite size at 6'7'', 290 pounds and he couples that with elite speed. He runs a 4.70-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports. McDowell also has good strength and is extremely explosive out of his stance. He has good fundamentals as a pass rusher, especially in regards to using his hands to get off blocks.

Solomon Thomas, 5-Star SDE, Coppell High School (TX)

Schools of Interest: Texas, Alabama, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Stanford, Texas A&M, UCLA, USC

Scouting Report: 

Solomon Thomas is an extremely strong and explosive strong-side defensive end. He has a great bull rush that can be attributed to his good strength. That said, he also displays good quickness, speed and ability to pursue the ball carrier. Thomas will be a good pass rusher, but he'll really excel setting the edge as a defensive end. He's 6'3'', 256 pounds and is ranked as the No. 3 strong-side defensive end in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). 

Nifae Laelao, 5-Star SDE, Capital Christian School (CA)

Schools of Interest: Cal

Scouting Report: 

Nifae Laelao is 6'2'', 282 pounds and he's ranked as the No. 4 strong-side defensive end according to the 247Sports Composite. He's very big, but he plays with good agility and quickness. He has a good set of pass rush moves and he can come down the line and make a play on a run up the middle. He's also extremely strong though and he has the ability to push back the line of scrimmage on the edge with a good bull-rush. Laelao has elite potential. 

Bijhon Jackson, 4-Star DT, El Dorado High School (AR) *Arkansas

Schools of Interest: Committed to Arkansas

Scouting Report: 

Bijhon Jackson is a very big defensive tackle recruit at 6'1.75'', 334 pounds. For as big as he is, he runs a 5.10-second 40-yard dash, according to 247Sports—which is extremely impressive. He's big and strong enough to "two gap" a blocker, and he has the fundamentals and skill-set to rip off and make a play. He's also quick enough to shoot the gap though, and he can chase down a ball carrier in the backfield. Jackson is ranked as the No. 6 defensive tackle in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite).

Dante Booker, 4-Star OLB, St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (OH)

Schools of Interest: Ohio State

Scouting Report: 

Dante Booker is an extremely athletic outside linebacker recruit who can cover a lot of ground both against the run and pass. He runs with long strides, displays great speed and is overall extremely explosive as a linebacker. He can play strong against the run and he has the quickness to run the lane and make a play from the weak-side, but he can also take on and shed a lead block. Booker is No. 5 outside linebacker in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) and he's 6'4'', 210 pounds. 

Clifton Garrett, 5-Star OLB, Plainfield South High School

Schools of Interest: Florida, LSU, Ohio State, Ole Miss, USC

Scouting Report: 

Clifton Garrett is ranked as the No. 2 outside linebacker recruit in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He's 6'2'', 228 pounds and plays extremely strong against the run. He has an explosive first step and he plays aggressive downhill. He has very good speed, will excel as a pass rusher at the college level, and he's also a very hard hitter.

Dwight Williams, 4-Star OLB, Junipero Serra High School (CA)

Schools of Interest: Florida, Miami, Michigan, Oklahoma, UCLA, Washington, Oregon, USC

Scouting Report: 

Dwight Williams is 6'1'', 210 pounds and is ranked as the No. 6 outside linebacker in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He has great speed and athleticism and should be very good in open space on the edges or in the hook/curl zone in coverage. He also has a very quick first step and can play strong against the run, especially as weak-side player running the alley.

Devante Downs, 4-Star OLB, Mountlake Terrace High School (WA)

Schools of Interest: Stanford, Washington

Scouting Report: 

Devante Downs is a big outside linebacker at 6'3'', 230 pounds. He could probably be ranked as an athlete considering he can also play running back, but he projects best as an outside linebacker. He'll have the size and speed to be dominant on the edges at the college level. He has the speed and agility to fly to the ball and make a strong tackle when the play spills outside. Downs should also be comfortable enough to backpedal, flip his hips and run up the seams with a receiver. 

Laurence Jones, 5-Star S, Neville High School (LA)

Schools of Interest: LSU, Alabama, Ohio State

Scouting Report: 

Laurence Jones is the No. 2 ranked safety in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite, and he has elite size at 6'2'', 200 pounds. He's athletic enough to be a star in both phases of the defense. He's extremely explosive coming downhill as a safety in the box, and he doesn't take many false-steps in his breaks. He also has good length and has the athleticism to make a play on the ball in the air as a safety in pass coverage.

Edward Paris, 5-Star S, Timberview High School (TX) *LSU

Schools of Interest: Committed to LSU

Scouting Report: 

Edward Paris is a ballhawk safety with great potential. He gets a very quick break on the ball when it's in the air and he has the athleticism and agility to make a play. He also can turn his hips and run over a play, and I wouldn't be surprised to see him utilized as a corner in LSU's system if he were to stay committed. Paris is the No. 3 ranked safety according to 247Sports. 

Brandon Simmons, 4-Star S, Timberview High School (TX)

Schools of Interest: Baylor, LSU, Stanford, USC, West Virginia

Scouting Report: 

Brandon Simmons ranked as the No. 12 safety recruit in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite). He displays good instincts as a safety and he has the ability to stay on top of a route, break and jump it at the right time. He can run the lane as a safety and make a play on the edges, and he displays great speed and aggressiveness as a run defender. He's a very physical safety at just 6'0'', 175 pounds. 

Jamal Adams, 4-Star S, Hebron High School (TX)

Schools of Interest: Oklahoma, Texas, Florida, Ole Miss, TCU, Texas A&M, Alabama

Scouting Report: 

Jamal Adams is a big-time safety recruit with tremendous speed and agility. He's a hard hitter but is a very fundamental tackler, and he's a very explosive player in the box as a run defender. He can run the lane and make a strong tackle, but he can also be a force player. Adams is ranked as the No. 4 safety in the 2014 class (247Sports Composite) and he's 6'0'', 199 pounds. 

Trey Quinn, 4-Star WR, Barbe High School (LA)

Schools of Interest: LSU, Clemson, Notre Dame, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Texas, Texas Tech

Scouting Report: 

Trey Quinn is ranked as the No. 11 wideout in the 2014 class according to the 247Sports Composite. He has good size at 6'1'', 200 pounds, but where he'll really stand out is with his speed. He runs a 4.39 40 according to 247Sports, which is extremely fast. He has great athleticism, good hands and he'll be able to go up and make a tough catch. Quinn also has tremendous footwork and projects to be a very effective slot receiver. 

Connor Mayes, 3-Star OC, Van Alstyne High School (TX)

Schools of Interest: Minnesota, TCU, Texas Tech

Connor Mayes is ranked as the No. 1 center in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite. He has tremendous size at 6'5'', 320 pounds, so he has elite potential. He's very strong and uses his hands to get a good punch and extend on a defender. He plays with great bend in his legs and has good pad-level and leverage, and he drives his feet through the block. 

Nyles Morgan, 4-Star ILB, Crete-Monee High School (IL)

Schools of Interest: Florida, Michigan State, Notre Dame, Ole Miss, Vanderbilt

Scouting Report:

Nyles Morgan is an inside linebacker recruit with good size and speed. He's 6'2'', 228 pounds and runs a 4.68 40 according to 247Sports. He's also ranked as the No. 4 inside linebacker in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite. Morgan can run the lane, scrape over blocks and make a tackle in pursuit, so he should be a sideline-to-sideline defender, even as a middle linebacker. He has a quick first step, he's extremely explosive and he's also a very good tackler. 

Damon Webb, 4-Star CB, Cass Technical High School (MA) *Ohio State

Schools of Interest: Committed to Ohio State

Scouting Report: 

Damon Webb has great speed and agility as a cornerback, and he'll be a play-maker at the college level. Webb can also play wideout, though he projects best as a corner. He has very good footwork and he's athletic enough to go up and make a play on the ball in the air. He's also quick enough to stick with just about any receiver at the college level. For as athletic as he is, Webb will also be able to play physical and set the edge against the run. He's the No. 8 corner in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite.