2011 College Football Recruiting: The Top 100 Commitments (Part Two)

We're far enough along into the recruiting process that the class rankings around the country are already starting to take shape and the rich are getting richer as prospects take notice of great hauls certain schools are collecting and contemplate joining in on the fun.

To get you up to speed on some of the important commitments that have taken place to this point, here's a real quick rundown of the top 100 commitments from from the 2011 college football recruiting class. 

You can find No. 1-50 in Part One.

As some of you might know, Bryan Kelly and I recently re-ranked the top 50 prospects, between now and the time Part One of this article was released, so a few of the top names are further back than they should be, as Part One is based on the B/R Top 100 and Part Two is based on the new rankings.

51. Kenny Hilliard, RB (LSU)

Commitment: LSU

Kenny Hilliard is the type of running back that won't beat you with blazing speed or elusiveness, but simply just does everything well and has some of the best field vision of any player in the country. If you're looking for a North-South rusher, he's your guy. Rivals ranks him as the No. 16 overall prospect. 

52. Brent Calloway, LB (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

Calloway plays both running back and defensive end in high school, but his future is at outside linebacker at the next level. He's a superb pass-rusher with great pursuit skills and a wide array of moves to beat out blockers. Like Hilliard, he's not the most athletic, but these guys are gamers and you have to look past that. 

53. Trey DePriest, LB (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

Alabama's newest high-profile commitment, Trey DePriest has the versatility and athleticism to play both inside and outside linebacker, but based on his size and instincts, it looks like middle linebacker all the way. DePriest is Scout's No. 4 middle linebacker and Rivals No. 6 Outside linebacker. 

54. Jeff Driskel, QB (Florida)

Commitment: Florida

Arguably the top pro-style quarterback of the 2011 class, as long as you assume Christian LeMay fits the dual-threat tag, Jeff Driskel is ESPN and Rivals No. 1 ranked QB. He's got a very strong arm and is an accurate passer who can make all the throws a college quarterback needs to make.

55. Sedrick Flowers, OG (Texas)

Commitment: Texas

Sedrick Flowers is ranked as the No. 1 offensive guard on Rivals and the No. 6 offensive guard on Scout. One thing immediately stands out about Flowers the moment you see him in drills or on the field: He is almost unnaturally strong and super athletic for his size. He has as much potential as any OG in the nation. 

56. Karlos Williams, S (FSU)

Commitment: FSU

Karlos Williams isn't your average safety. He's built like a linebacker and could easily end up there based on his tackling ability and size. He's also got a great pair of hands and enough speed that it makes you wonder if this 6'2", 210-lb prospect could be a dominant receiver. Williams is Rivals No. 1 safety. 

57. Jalen Grimble, DE (USC)

Commitment: USC

Grimble is a 5-star defensive end ranked No. 5 at his position by Scout and No. 11 by Rivals. He's got the size, strength and athleticism to be a defensive tackle in a 4-3 or a defensive end in 3-4, but it remains to be seen how the coaches at USC plan to use him. 

58. Cedric Reed, DE (Texas)

Commitment: Texas

Cedric Reed is ranked as a top 15 defensive end by both Scout and Rivals. He's got off the charts strength and for the most part just bull-rushes and overpowers his opponents at the high school level. He's got hand movement, is quick at the point of attack, and is very athletic for a 6'4", 250-lb lineman. 

59. Kenny Hayes, DE (Ohio State)

Commitment: Ohio State

Kenny Hayes is a big defensive lineman who has the versatility and size to either bulk up and move inside to defensive tackle or stay where he is as a strongside defensive end. That's where Rivals ranks him as the No. 2 prospect. His best asset is his ability to handle double teams, which could make him a handful down the line. 

60. Jameel Poteat, RB (Pitt)

Commitment: Pitt

Jameel Poteat is a top 20 running back on both Scout and Rivals and seems like a perfect fit at Pitt, where he'll have the chance to back up Dion Lewis. Poteat is a big back with a good power game, but it's his ability to contribute in the passing game that really makes him stand out. 

61. Marlin Lane, RB (Clemson)

Commitment: Clemson

Both Scout and Rivals list Marlin Lane as the No. 8 running back in the 2011 class, which should make you realize how stacked the Tigers will be on offense considering they also received a commitment from a top five back in Mike Bellamy. While Bellamy is the burner, Lane is more on the side of a power back. 

62. Quincy Russell, DT (Texas)

Commitment: Texas

Quincy Russell is one of the top defensive tackles in the country and at 6'3" and 283 lbs, he's able to dominate the battle in the middle like very few can. He's an elite run-stopper and a better-than-advertised pass-rusher. Both Scout and Rivals list in the top 10 at his position. 

63. Darion Arrington, S (Mississippi State)

Commitment: Mississippi State

There's some disparity in the experts' values of Darion Arrington. Scout lists him as the No. 4 safety, but Rivals lists him at No. 18. He's a hard-working, hustle guy who plays all out and leads by example on the field. Arrington is a natural at safety and should quickly adjust to the college game.  

64. C.J. Uzomah, TE (Auburn)

Commitment: Auburn

C.J. Uzomah is a quarterback at the high school level, but that's not where scouts are recruiting him to play in college. At 6'5" and 235 lbs, he's got great size and athleticism and has all the tools to be a very, very good tight end. He's listed as the No. 10 TE by Scouts and that's where his future looks brightest. 

65. Aaron Lynch, DE (Notre Dame)

Commitment: Notre Dame

At 6'5" and 235 lbs, Aaron Lynch is a bit undersized for a defensive end and might require a redshirt year to bulk up, but he's got a great natural frame and, once he fills out, could be a really dominating player. He's the No. 6 strongside defensive end on Rivals and the No. 9 defensive end on Scout. 

66. LaMichael Fanning, DE (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

LaMichael Fanning is one of the best 'gamers' in the country and can be a very disruptive force when he's rolling on all cylinders. Rivals ranks him as a top 10 defensive tackle and Scout ranks him as the No. 17 defensive end. Regardless though, he's a perfect fit for Alabama's 3-4 defense. 

67. Mustafa Jalil, DT (Cal)

Commitment: Cal

Mustafa Jalil is a huge prospect at 6'4", 300 lbs and one of the few pure nose tackles in the 2011 class. He's an excellent piece in the middle for Cal, but could potentially play one of the end spots due to his athleticism and pursuit. Scout ranks him as the No. 10 defensive tackle, but he could end up being better than that. 

68. Bubba Starling, QB (Nebraska)

Commitment: Nebraska

Bubba Starling is one of the top dual-threat quarterbacks in the country, ranked as the No. 7 QB on Scout and the No. 3 dual-threat QB on Rivals. He's also a heavily sought-after baseball prospect who might end up bypassing college for a shot at Major League Baseball; we'll find out in the 2011 MLB draft. 

69. Brennen Beyer, DE (Michigan)

Commitment: Michigan

Brennen Beyer has a devastating initial burst off the line and hits his blockers with so much force that they're usually blown back immediately. It's his hand movement and technique that are most impressive about his game, though. Both Scout and Rivals rank him in the top 15 at his position. 

70. Marvin Shinn, WR (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

If you're an Alabama fan, you've probably already heard quite a bit about "Marvelous" Marvin Shinn. He's one of the most electric wide receivers in the 2011 class and a playmaker who can score any time he gets into open space. He's taken a huge jump this summer and is ranked as a top 10 WR by both Scout and Rivals.

71. J.W. Walsh, QB (Oklahoma State)

Commitment: Oklahoma State

J.W. Walsh has a cannon for an arm and it's only getting stronger as he gets older. Right now, he's considered the No. 4 dual-threat quarterback by Rivals and the No. 7 quarterback by Scout, but he could easily climb the ranks with the type of strong senior season most followers expect. 

72. Justice Hayes, RB (Notre Dame)

Commitment: Notre Dame

You could say that Justice Hayes helped get the ball rolling for Notre Dame. After he committed a couple of weeks ago, the school got three other solid commitments just a couple days later. Hayes is a versatile back with a strong overall game. He's ranked as the No. 5 APB on Rivals and the No. 14 RB on Scout. 

73. Jamal Turner, QB (Nebraska)

Commitment: Nebraska

When you look at Nebraska's situation with Jamal Turner and Bubba Starling—both ranked as top 10 quarterbacks in the 2011 class—it seems like someone is bound to transfer. Of course, if Starling heads off to MLB the problem is solved, but otherwise it could be a bumpy ride for one of these two Cornhuskers. 

74. Gerrod Holliman, S (Ole Miss)

Commitment: Ole Miss

Gerrod Holliman is ranked as the No. 5 safety on Rivals and the No. 12 safety on Scout. He's one of the top players from the state of Florida and arguably the best defensive player from Miami, a historic hotspot of defensive talent. His natural ability and instincts could turn him into an NFL star one day. 

75. Bobby Hart, OT (FSU)

Commitment: FSU

Bobby Hart is rated as a top 10 offensive tackle by both Scout and Rivals and is an intriguing player for a number of reasons. He's got the size, arms, feet, and athleticism every offensive line coach in the country is looking for in an elite prospect. As soon as he learns how to be a better pass-blocker, FSU has something special here. 

76. C.J. Johnson, MLB (Mississippi State)

Commitment: Mississippi State

C.J. Johnson is Scout's No. 10 middle linebacker and Rivals' No. 6 inside linebacker. With some prospects, the label of inside and outside doesn't quite fit, but with him there's no question. Johnson is a middle linebacker. He plays so well between the tackles and can hunt down a ball-carrier along the sidelines about as well as anyone.

77. Bill Belton, WR (Pitt)

Commitment: Pitt

Both Scout and Rivals agree that Bill Belton is a 4-star prospect, but they don't agree on where he should line up. Scout lists him as the No. 14 WR, while Rivals more conservatively pushes him back to No. 28 on their top ATH list. One thing is very clear, Belton is exceptionally fast on the football field and needs the ball in his hands.

78. Jordan Prestwood, OT (Notre Dame)

Commitment: Notre Dame

At 6'6" and 265 lbs, Jordon Prestwood has the building blocks of an elite prospect. He's got the size, the wingspan, the footwork and the intelligence to one day develop into a top-tier offensive tackle. He's on the raw side and will be a bit of a project, though. Still, Scout had the foresight to list him No. 10 at his position.  

79. Angelo Mangiro, OG (Penn State)

Commitment: Penn State

Angelo Mangiro has the prototypical size of an offensive guard. He's got a massive lower body, low center of gravity, and a solid natural frame. He plays with a wide base and has excellent footwork and hand technique. Scout lists him as the No. 4 OG in the 2011 class and once you watch him run block you'll understand why. 

80. Chase Farris, DT (Ohio State)

Commitment: Ohio State

Chase Farris is a little on the thin side for the defensive tackle position, but he's got the type of frame to build off of and could easily top over 300 lbs in a couple years. He plays both offensive tackle and defensive end in high school, but lacks the athleticism to be elite on the outside. He could, however, be a nasty force in the middle. 

81. Darrian Miller, OT (Kentucky)

Commitment: Kentucky

Darrian Miller is definitely on the raw side and the type of prospect that you won't hear about from most scouts. Rivals has him as an unranked, non-photographed prospect. Scout on the other hand sees what we at B/R see. Miller has very quick feet, long arms, is agile, and has a very low stance. That makes him an intriguing prospect.

82. Nathan Hughes, DE (Oklahoma)

Commitment: Oklahoma

Nathan Hughes is a top 20 defensive end on both Scout and Rivals and is the type of player that might not have elite athleticism, but he's got heart and an incredibly good work ethic. His motor is up there with the best of them and he never gives up on a play; this makes him a candidate for constant double teams. 

83. Landon Turner, OG (North Carolina)

Commitment: North Carolina

Landon Turner plays offensive tackle in high school, but he very well could make the transition to left guard based on his ability to drive block and get to the second and third levels quickly. At 6'5" and 305 lbs, he's got the size for either position, but the interior is where things look brightest. He's Scout's No. 4 OG. 

84. Brendon Austin, OT (Stanford)

Commitment: Stanford

The top prospect from the state of Colorado, Brendon Austin is ranked as a top 20 offensive tackle on both Scout and Rivals. At 6'6" and 265 lbs he needs to add some bulk to his frame in order to hold up against defensive ends at the next level, but the basics are there.

85. Kenny Williams, RB (Texas Tech)

Commitment: Texas Tech

Kenny Williams is a first-off-the-bus type of player. He's a big, physical, between-the-tackles running back who won't back down to anyone and is always in search of contact when he's rushing. He'll run through you rather than past you, but has some good juke moves in open space as well. He's a top 20 RB on both Scout and Rivals.

86. Rashad Greene, WR (FSU)

Commitment: FSU

Greene is ranked as the No. 14 wide receiver on Rivals and the No. 20 wide receiver on Scout. He's not the best at any particular thing, but does pretty much everything you want a receiver to do and is one of the most well-balanced prospects in the class. He runs good routes, has a solid pair of hands, and can block and be physical with CBs. 

87. Rob Hankins, LB (Arizona)

Commitment: Arizona

Rob Hankins is one of the most aggressive linebackers you'll ever see and has middle linebacker written all over him. He's ranked as a top 10 interior linebacker by both Scout and Rivals and is an instinctive player who just always seems to find the ball. When you play defense, that's a great trait to have. 

88. Tyson Coleman, S (Oregon)

Commitment: Oregon

The Oregon commit has the size and athleticism to play both safety and linebacker and it remains to be seen where he's going to end up at the next level. Scout ranks him as the No. 10 safety and Rivals ranks him as the No. 14 outside linebacker. At 6'2" and 200 lbs, it looks like safety is a better bet. 

89. Amir Carlisle, RB (Stanford)

Commitment: Stanford

Amir Carlisle has the potential to be a superb college football player. He's got great change of direction ability, is elusive and explosive, and can contribute in the passing game. The problem is he hasn't really been tested yet. So while he's considered a top 20 back by both Scout and Rivals, expectations are tempered. 

90. Evan Spencer, WR (Ohio State)

Commitment: Ohio State

Evan Spencer is one of the fastest accelerators in the 2011 class. He reaches top speed so fast that it's hard to believe you aren't watching tape in fast-forward at times. He has the tools to develop into a serious playmaker as a receiver and a return man. Scout lists him at No. 19 at his position. 

91. Jeremy Hill, RB (LSU)

Commitment: LSU

LSU's second grab at running back, Jeremy Hill is the big back of the pair and the one you want lining up behind the quarterback on the goal-line. He's not that fast, but he's got quick feet and a solid first step to power the ball between the tackles and make defenders wish they were somewhere else. He's ranked as top 25 RB for 2011.  

92. Bishop Sankey, RB (Washington State)

Commitment: Washington State

Both Scout and Rivals agree that Bishop Sankey is a top 20 running back from the 2011 recruiting class, but this 5'11" and 185-lb back is going to have to spend a good amount of time bulking up if he wants to make an impact on the next level. One of the top prospects for the state of Washington, Sankey has a very, very high ceiling. 

93. Cameron White, WR (TCU)

Commitment: TCU

The experts don't have too much faith in Cameron White despite the fact that he's a natural gamer. Both Scout and Rivals rank him outside the top 30 at his position, but that doesn't do him justice. White has a great set of hands and can make all the tough catches in traffic. He'll, at worst, be an excellent possession receiver. 

94. Remound Wright, RB (Stanford)

Commitment: Stanford

Stanford has quite a pair of running backs with Amir Carlisle and Remound Wright. Rivals ranks Wright as the No. 16 RB of the 2011 class and Scout ranks him No. 21. He's a patient runner who won't rush the play, but rather lets his blockers do their work and then hit the hole hard with a low center of gravity. 

95. Danny Woodson, WR (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

Depending on who you're asking, Alabama has a pretty serious duo of receivers lined up. Between Marvin Shinn, ranked No. 8 at WR by both Scout and Rivals, and Danny Woodson, ranked No. 7 at WR by Rivals, the Crimson Tide should be in line for a ton of success. Of course, Scout ranks Woodson at No. 24 and it's hard to disagree.

96. Jordan Phillips, DT (Oklahoma)

Commitment: Oklahoma

A top 15 defensive tackle by both Scout and Rivals, Jordan Philips is an athletic freak. At 6'5" and 300 lbs, he moves like someone at least 50 lbs lighter and even has the ability to split outside and play tight end at times for his high school team. He's raw, but could end up being a monster in a few years. 

97. Marquise Wright, DT (Pitt)

Commitment: Pitt

Marquise Wright fits into the debatable category as he's ranked as the No. 4 defensive tackle on Rivals and 62nd overall in the country, but drops all the way to No. 16 at his position on Scout, outside of the top 100 overall prospects. Truth is, he's somewhere in between and at 6'3" and 265 lbs, he probably needs a year to bulk up. 

98. Corey Moore, S (Georgia)

Commitment: Georgia

Don't let the picture fool you. Corey Moore might be a polite, well-mannered person off of the football field, but once you put the pads on, he's a different animal. He's a tough kid and a ball-hawk who's always trying to make something happen. Rivals ranks him as the No. 8 safety and Scout ranks him No. 11. 

99. Nick Marshall, ATH (Georgia)

Commitment: Georgia

When you're talking about Nick Marshall, the first thing you're going to say is this kid is fast. Very fast. He's a quarterback at the high school level, but it looks like his future will be at another skill position. Some scouts are recruiting him as a cornerback, others as a receiver. He's Scout's No. 11 CB and Rivals No. 31 ATH.

100. Ryan Kelly, C (Alabama)

Commitment: Alabama

Ryan Kelly is one of the top centers of the 2011 class, just a notch behind Bryan Bobek, the clear-cut No. 1 prospect at the position. Scout ranks Kelly as the No. 2 center, while Rivals ranks him No. 6 at the position. Of all the players he's compared to on Rivals, he's got just as much potential as any of them.