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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
5-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho Names His Top 4 Schools
5-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho Names His Top 4 Schools originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Five-star Class of 2026 recruit Immanuel Iheanacho narrowed his list to the top four schools heading into the summer on Friday. Advertisement Iheanacho is an offensive tackle for Georgetown Preparatory School in Baltimore, Maryland, and is considering the Auburn Tigers, LSU Tigers, Oregon Ducks and Penn State Nittany Lions as his options, according to On3 reporter Keegan Pope. The four schools are the only ones he has officially visited, and he plans to announce his commitment on Aug. 5. Heading into June, Iheanacho indicated that Oregon is his first option. 'Oregon is the top school, but these official visits will play a big part in my final decision,' he told On3 reporter Chad Simmons. 'My relationship with the coaches at Oregon is what has them at the top. I like the staff a lot, and we can talk about anything.' Iheanacho has already visited the Dan Lanning-led Ducks twice and left pleased both times. Advertisement 'My second visit there was great,' he continued. 'I loved my first one, too. My parents also love Oregon, so it helps to get their opinion. The connection with the coaching staff is really the biggest thing for me with Oregon.' The Ducks are well known for their strong offensive line, so adding Iheanacho would be a solid choice. He showcased his superior blocking skills as a 6-foot-6, 345-pound lineman in the Under Armor All-American Game on Jan. 2 in Deland, Florida, and the Polynesian Bowl on Jan. 16 in Honolulu. This season as a junior, he was named a MaxPreps All-American for not allowing a single sack the entire season en route to helping Georgetown Prep win its fifth Interstate Athletic Conference title in six years, per his 247 Sports player profile. Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Josh Conerly Jr. (76) against the Liberty J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Furthermore, as a sophomore, Iheanacho helped his team go 8-2 and primarily played left tackle but sometimes right tackle. He also received first-team all-league honors that season because of his outstanding ability to prevent opposing defenders from sacking the quarterback. Advertisement Related: Nation's No.1 LB Reported to Visit Another College Powerhouse as Recruiting Battle Intensifies This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah Summer is here, and it is everyone's favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Vikings fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Minnesota. Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Vikings, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Vikings fans can be the most informed fans. So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall. Player Information Player: Caleb Lomu School: Utah Height/Weight: 6-5/295 lbs. Position: Left Tackle Player Background - 4-Star Recruit - Freshman All-American in 2023 - High School All-American - High School Polynesian Bowl Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season - 15 Career Games - 12 Career Starts Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season - PFF Run Blocking Grade 71.8 - PFF Pass Blocking Grade 76 - 372 Run Blocking Snaps - 425 Pass Blocking Snaps Player Traits - Demonstrates good athleticism - Generates power - Reliable in pass protection - Thrives as a run blocker - Good anchor ability Player Summary Caleb Lomu is one half of a dynamic tackle duo that Utah is boasting this year in the Big 12. In the case of Lomu, he has a chance to be a top ten pick with his size and strength being a perfect blend of athleticism. It allows for him to handle an array of edge rushers that go his way, and because of that, he is one of the more reliable tackles that I have watched this Summer, getting ready for the Fall.
USA Today
6 days ago
- General
- USA Today
NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah Summer is here, and it is everyone's favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay. Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans. So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall. Player Information Player: Caleb Lomu School: Utah Height/Weight: 6-5/295 lbs. Position: Left Tackle Player Background - 4-Star Recruit - Freshman All-American in 2023 - High School All-American - High School Polynesian Bowl Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season - 15 Career Games - 12 Career Starts Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season - PFF Run Blocking Grade 71.8 - PFF Pass Blocking Grade 76 - 372 Run Blocking Snaps - 425 Pass Blocking Snaps Player Traits - Demonstrates good athleticism - Generates power - Reliable in pass protection - Thrives as a run blocker - Good anchor ability Player Summary Caleb Lomu is one half of a dynamic tackle duo that Utah is boasting this year in the Big 12. In the case of Lomu, he has a chance to be a top ten pick with his size and strength being a perfect blend of athleticism. It allows for him to handle an array of edge rushers that go his way, and because of that, he is one of the more reliable tackles that I have watched this Summer, getting ready for the Fall.
USA Today
01-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Minkah Fitzpatrick's brother names narrows his college football options down to five
Minkah Fitzpatrick's brother names narrows his college football options down to five Georgia is closer to recruiting the brother of an NFL player. Four-star cornerback Justice Fitzpatrick, the brother of three-time NFL first-team All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, listed Georgia among his top five schools, according to Hayes Fawcett. Fitzpatrick will choose among Georgia, Florida, Ohio State, Texas or Miami. He didn't include Alabama, where his brother played college football, in his top schools list. Fitzpatrick is a four-star cornerback in the class of 2026. The 6-foot, 185-pound cornerback plays football for St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The Bulldogs previously added an elite recruit from St. Thomas Aquinas, when four-star wide receiver Marcus Rosmary-Jacksaint committed to Georgia in 2019. According to 247Sports, Fitzpatrick has 50 total tackles, five interceptions, two pass breakups, and a fumble recovery through three seasons in high school. He also runs track and field, with times of 10.76 seconds in the 100-meter dash, 21.97 seconds in the 200-meter dash and 53.63 seconds in the 400-meter dash. In 2025, Fitzpatrick played in the Polynesian Bowl along with Georgia Bulldogs commit Zech Fort. Fitzpatrick is the No. 3 ranked cornerback and No. 47 ranked prospect in the nation. Georgia hosted Fitzpatrick for an official visit on May 30. After that, the Miami Hurricanes and Texas Longhorns will host him for official visits in June. He already had unofficial visits with Texas, Miami, Ohio State and Florida. The Bulldogs have already secured commitments in the secondary from four-star safeties Zech Fort and Jordan Smith, along with three-star safety Kealan Jones.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Everything Jonah Savaiinaea said after Miami Dolphins picked him in NFL draft
MIAMI GARDENS ― The Miami Dolphins traded up in the second round of the NFL Draft to select guard Jonah Savaiinaea of Arizona. Savaiinaea is 6-foot-4, 324 pounds, and should immediately start at left guard for the Dolphins. Advertisement Here are some things Savaiinaea said when meeting with reporters: I did not expect the Dolphins to trade up. But one of my agents said don't expect to wait too long. Jonah Savaiinaea and Tua Tagovailoa: Same high school I went to the same high school as Tua Tagovailoa. Brotherhood. I have met Tua at the Polynesian Bowl. I am excited to block for Tua in the future. I've only blocked for Polynesian quarterbacks in my career. God wants me to block for my people. I am firm and light on my feet. I can recover if I over-set in pass pro. Dolphins offensive line coach Butch Barry and I sat down and spoke about how they sell outside zone even if they don't do it. I like to get off the ball. INSTANT GRADE: Why Jonah Savaiinaea pick in second round gets a C-plus I feel comfortable inside and I like to get my hands on people. I want to tighten up my stance and give myself some space. Jonah Savaiinaea: I hope people will say Miami made the right pick Years from now, I hope people will say that Miami made the right pick in trading up for me. God-willing we're going to go to a Super Bowl. I have a childhood friend who plays for the 'Canes. I did have a formal interview with Mike McDaniel at the combine and he is a funny dude. He's super-funny and not afraid to be himself. He was chill. He said, 'If I punched you right now, would you punch me back?' Brandon Scherff, Quenton Nelson and David DeCastro are three guys I have watched film on. Joe Schad is a journalist covering the Miami Dolphins and the NFL at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at jschad@ and follow him on Instagram and on X @schadjoe. Sign up for Joe's free weekly Dolphins Pulse Newsletter. Help support our work by subscribing today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Jonah Savaiinaea after Dolphins pick: I am firm and light on my feet.
