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With the first big weekend of the college football season finally here, take a look at where some of the biggest names in the sport were ranked as high school recruits and whether their ranking was a Hit or a Miss.
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Penn State has signed a number of high-caliber quarterbacks over the years but Allar is the second-highest-ranked signal caller the Nittany Lions have ever signed. The results thus far have not yet matched the hype. As Penn State heads to Morgantown for its highly anticipated season opener against the Mountaineers, the expectation is that Allar will be a much improved passer down the field.
According to PFF, his adjusted completion percentage on passes at least 20 yards down the field was just 36-percent last season. For Penn State to fulfill its hopes of making the College Football Playoff this season, Allar has to take a big step forward.
Despite those issues, Allar finished the 2022 rankings cycle ranked as the No. 70 prospect in the Rivals250. He has all the physical attributes of a first-round NFL Draft pick but probably won’t be selected that early if he does show development on the field.
Verdict: Hit
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Bain burst onto the scene as a freshman for the Hurricanes and was immediately one of the best pass rushers in the ACC. His frame wasn’t ideal for a defensive end but his quickness and power at that size made him a mismatch against offensive tackles.
The versatility that Bain brings to the defensive front allows defensive coordinators to move him…
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Author : Rivals
Publish date : 2024-08-30 12:27:54
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