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Patterson increases speed in spring workouts

Patterson increases speed in spring workouts

Just as soon as they can, almost every incoming freshman leaves behind his childhood home and reports to his future college town for the summer, hopin

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 • Michael Spath
AMP: Catching up with Adam Patterson

AMP: Catching up with Adam Patterson

You don't want to miss this exclusive AMP interview with Michigan Wolverines 2006 signee Adam Patterson (Columbia, S.C.). No subject is off limits.

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Patterson confirms hes headed to Michigan

Patterson confirms hes headed to Michigan

Columbia (S.C.) defensive lineman Adam Patterson had it all planned out. Even though he had already told coaches where he was headed, he wanted to hol

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 • Michael Spath
Patterson down to two, sets presser

Patterson down to two, sets presser

Reports that Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive tackle/end Adam Patterson has made his choice won't be confirmed until Signing Day, Northeas

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 • Chris Balas
Four-star d-lineman    has wonderful visit

Four-star d-lineman has wonderful visit

Auburn welcomed seven official visitors to the Plains this weekend including Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson. Get

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 • Bryan Matthews
Carr in home with Patterson Thursday

Carr in home with Patterson Thursday

A month ago, the name Adam Patterson meant little to Michigan fans other than the fact that he was a top 50 prospect and had sick combine numbers. Onc

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 • Josh Helmholdt
Rivals100 DT hosts Tubs, set for AU visit

Rivals100 DT hosts Tubs, set for AU visit

Columbia (SC) Richland-Northeast four-star defensive tackle Adam Patterson will be one of the few official visitors Auburn brings in for the final wee

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 • Jeffrey Lee
DL Patterson felt welcomed at NC State

DL Patterson felt welcomed at NC State

The most highly regarded prospect on NC State's recruiting board is defensive lineman Adam Patterson of Richland Northeast High in Columbia, S.C. Patt

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 • Matt Carter
AMP: Tennessee targeting WR and DL

AMP: Tennessee targeting WR and DL

The Vols have quietly put together their current commitment list, but it appears they are on the brink of making some big noise heading towards signin

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Penn State cooling on Patterson

Penn State cooling on Patterson

Rivals.com's No. 4-ranked defensive end, Adam Patterson, spent Tuesday taking an official visit to South Carolina. As a result, any remaining possibil

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 • Nate Bauer
Patterson takes USC official visit afterall

Patterson takes USC official visit afterall

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast four-star defensive lineman Adam Patterson just completed a busy four-day stretch that included a weekend official

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 • Tony Morrell
Adam Patterson talks Knoxville trip

Adam Patterson talks Knoxville trip

Even among a large contingent of official visitors like Tennessee brought in this weekend, a couple of prospects stood out, and one of those was defen

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 • Rob Lewis
SEC Blitz: Tons of DL talent on The Plains

SEC Blitz: Tons of DL talent on The Plains

It is no secret that quality depth along the defensive line is key in the Southeastern Conference. This weekend, Auburn will look to solidify its futu

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 • JC Shurburtt
Pattersons U-M visit exceeds expectations

Pattersons U-M visit exceeds expectations

Hailing from Columbia, S.C., defensive line prospect Adam Patterson of Richland Northeast High School is used to the big city. Having already visited

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 • Josh Helmholdt
Patterson has a plan

Patterson has a plan

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast four-star defensive lineman Adam Patterson started his new year off with a visit from South Carolina head coach Ste

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 • Tony Morrell
Video: Adam Patterson quick clip

Video: Adam Patterson quick clip

Video: Adam Patterson quick clip

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Vols are on Pattersons short list

Vols are on Pattersons short list

With Tennessee losing at least three starters off of this year's defensive line, restocking the position in this year's recruiting class is a priority

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 • Rob Lewis
North Carolina wins Shrine Bowl

North Carolina wins Shrine Bowl

SPARTANBURG, S.C.-Rockingham (N.C.) running back [db]Norman Whitley[/db] rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns as North Carolina held off South Caro

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Shrine Bowl breakdown: South Carolina

Shrine Bowl breakdown: South Carolina

SPARTANBURG, S.C.-Practice sessions are winding down for the 69th annual Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas and despite an ice storm putting a damper on fes

 • JC Shurburtt
Patterson all about fun

Patterson all about fun

SPARTANBURG, S.C. - There isn't really a lot for Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast Rivals100 defensive tackle Adam Patterson to work for at the Shrin

 • John Talman
Shrine Bowl analysis: A solid start

Shrine Bowl analysis: A solid start

SPARTANBURG, S.C.-Practice for the 69th annual Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas began Monday on the campus of Dorman High. Under the watchful eye of dozen

 • JC Shurburtt
Carolina showcase

Carolina showcase

SPARTANBURG, S.C.-The season for postseason high school all-star games is upon us. First up is the 69th annual Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas will featu

 • JC Shurburtt
Rivals100 prospect sets up official with Auburn

Rivals100 prospect sets up official with Auburn

Like the majority of college coaches, Auburn's assistants have been busy on the recruiting trail this week. Monday, Auburn recruiting/defensive end co

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Patterson impressed by intense atmosphere

Patterson impressed by intense atmosphere

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast four-star defensive lineman and the Palmetto State's No. 1 prospect Adam Patterson was on hand at Williams-Brice S

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 • Tony Morrell
Patterson considers official visits

Patterson considers official visits

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson is beginning to set up his official visit schedule starting sometime next month.

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 • Mark Kime
Penn State in Pattersons picture

Penn State in Pattersons picture

Although his page on Rivals.com does not show it, Adam Patterson, the Rivals.com No. 4-ranked defensive tackle in high school football, said Wednesday

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 • Nate Bauer
Video: Patterson throws em for a loss

Video: Patterson throws em for a loss

Video: Patterson throws 'em for a loss

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Heading south

Heading south

It's not everyday that four SEC schools are fighting it out for the services of a prospect from Oakland (Calif.) McClymonds High. But that is the case

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 • John Talman
Adam Patterson enjoys unofficial visit to Auburn

Adam Patterson enjoys unofficial visit to Auburn

Columbia (SC) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson took an unofficial visit to Auburn last weekend for the Ole Miss game and saw the Tig

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Adam Patterson: I was speechless

Adam Patterson: I was speechless

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson recently became the highest rated prospect in the Palmetto State's class of 2005 w

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 • Tony Morrell
Big Ten Blitz: PSU still profiting from visitors

Big Ten Blitz: PSU still profiting from visitors

The Ohio State game is still reaping benefits for Penn State with past visitors like Maryland commit Antonio Logan-El still big possibilities on the b

 • John Talman
Nations No. 4 defensive tackle visiting Auburn

Nations No. 4 defensive tackle visiting Auburn

Columbia (SC) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson is one of the top overall players in the country for 2006. This weekend, Auburn will

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Big Ten Blitz: Huge weekend in South Bend

Big Ten Blitz: Huge weekend in South Bend

When top-ranked Southern Cal comes to South Bend Saturday afternoon, Notre Dame will not only have a huge load on the field to deal with but a trucklo

 • John Talman
Patterson enjoys Penn State unofficial

Patterson enjoys Penn State unofficial

Rivals100 defensive tackle Adam Patterson out of Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast took an unofficial visit to Penn State last weekend to witness the

 • Mike Farrell
Rivals100 DT starts taking unofficials

Rivals100 DT starts taking unofficials

Rivals100 defensive tackle Adam Patterson out of Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast took an unofficial visit to Knoxville last weekend to witness the

 • Mike Farrell
South Carolina prospect to visit this weekend

South Carolina prospect to visit this weekend

With Penn State losing both starting defensive ends after the 2005 season, the assistant coaches are starting to bring in some of the top defensive

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 • Pat Tholey
Follow the leader

Follow the leader

The parallels between college football and the NFL are amazing. When NFL teams draft a certain type of player, all of a sudden it becomes the rage for

 • Jeremy Crabtree
DT Patterson opens things up

DT Patterson opens things up

After recently narrowing down his list of favorites to just two schools, Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson decided th

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 • Michael Hurcomb
Patterson enjoyed the gameday experience

Patterson enjoyed the gameday experience

Defensive lineman Adam Patterson was the headliner among the visitors for NC State's contest against rival North Carolina Sept. 24. Patterson is regar

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 • Matt Carter
Video: Patterson makes contact

Video: Patterson makes contact

Video: Patterson makes contact

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Patterson visits Georgia

Patterson visits Georgia

When talking about top defensive linemen in the South, the name Adam Patterson should always come up. Patterson is the number forty-seven rated prosp

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 • Chad Simmons
Patterson takes in first USC game

Patterson takes in first USC game

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson is ranked by Rivals.com as the nation's No. 4 defensive tackle and has over 30 sch

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 • Tony Morrell
Patterson down to two lucky schools

Patterson down to two lucky schools

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson is ranked by Rivals.com as the nation's No. 4 defensive tackle and has over 30 sch

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 • Tony Morrell
Did Auburn make the cut for four-star d-tackle

Did Auburn make the cut for four-star d-tackle

With approximately 25 offers to choose from, Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson is one of the Palmetto State's most he

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 • Bryan Matthews
Adam Patterson taking his time

Adam Patterson taking his time

Rivals.com's No. 47-ranked player in the nation is defensive tackle Adam Patterson of Columbia (SC) Richland Northeast. The four-star player talked wi

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 • Sean Stevens
Two visits in mind

Two visits in mind

Getting the top prospects out of the state of South Carolina is always a challenge with Clemson and South Carolina usually standing in the way of that

 • Jeremy Crabtree
AMP: Clemson targets in-state stars

AMP: Clemson targets in-state stars

The top 3 players in the state of South Carolina are all 4 star defensive lineman. Of course that means both in-state powers South Carolina and Clem

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Carolina DL wide open

Carolina DL wide open

Adam Patterson plays defensive end at Richland Northeast High School in Columbia, (S.C.) but could move down to defensive tackle on the college level.

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 • Chad Simmons
SC heavy at the top

SC heavy at the top

It is a top-heavy year with regards to college football prospects in the state of South Carolina. Traditionally talent-laden for a state of only four

 • JC Shurburtt
South still on top

South still on top

The South has risen again. After dominating the NFL Draft and previous Rivals.com recruiting rankings, the Southeast again has captured the lion share

 • Jeremy Crabtree
Hokies high on SC defensive lineman

Hokies high on SC defensive lineman

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defender Adam Patterson recently narrowed his list to ten schools naming no leaders at this point. Patterson, a 6-

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 • Mark Kime
Goulet, Anderson, Lanzo=Carolina Connection

Goulet, Anderson, Lanzo=Carolina Connection

Apparently, Mountaineer recruiter Bill Stewart is striking South Carolina hard this spring in pursuit of 2006 prospects for West Virginia.

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 • Jim Laise
Patterson narrows his list of schools

Patterson narrows his list of schools

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive lineman Adam Patterson had planned on narrowing the list of schools he's considering down to five by the

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 • Tony Morrell
Awesome in Athens

Awesome in Athens

ATHENS, Ga. – One after another they called him out. They kept coming at him like waves crashing onto the beach during a storm. But Durham (N.C.) Sou

 • Jeremy Crabtree
South Carolina lineman    is one of nations best

South Carolina lineman is one of nations best

The NIKE Camp in Athens last weekend featured many top-notch defensive ends. However, none were more impressive than Columbia (SC) Richland Northeast'

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Gamecock targets shine at Athens NIKE Camp

Gamecock targets shine at Athens NIKE Camp

A large contingent of over 400 prospects from all over the country traveled to Athens, Ga., on Saturday to show off their skills at the Nike Camp, inc

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 • Tony Morrell
UNC targets stand out at Athens Nike camp

UNC targets stand out at Athens Nike camp

The stock of a handful of North Carolina's recruiting targets just rose severely, including Carl Johnson, Norman Whitley, Adam Patterson, Kevin Atkins

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 • Andrew Skwara
Athens NIKE Camp Review

Athens NIKE Camp Review

Going into the Nike camp on Saturday, May 14th, I knew there was going to be around 500 high school football players on hand. The Nike camp is an att

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 • Chad Simmons
Southern pride

Southern pride

ATHENS, Ga. – All hail the king. The South proved in the NFL Draft that it's tops for talent and after the Athens NIKE Training Camp it doesn't look l

 • Jeremy Crabtree
One of Carolina’s best talks recruiting

One of Carolina’s best talks recruiting

Early on this spring, Adam Patterson looks to be one of the top prospects in South Carolina. He is a big, strong, quick defensive lineman out of Rich

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 • Chad Simmons
Gamecocks impress Patterson at spring game

Gamecocks impress Patterson at spring game

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson has seen his offer sheet rise to a list of 13 impressive teams. The 6-foot-3, 260-

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 • Tony Morrell
AMP: DT Adam Patterson dominates the line

AMP: DT Adam Patterson dominates the line

Richland Northeast High School (S.C) is rich in football talent. Their top prospect is DT Adam Patterson (6-3, 262), an explosive and powerful

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Pattersons stock is exploding

Pattersons stock is exploding

Columbia (S.C.) Richland Northeast defensive tackle Adam Patterson is a player who has seen his stock go through the roof in recent weeks. The 6-foo

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 • Brent Walsh
UNC offers South Carolinas top defensive tackle

UNC offers South Carolinas top defensive tackle

Just last weekend, North Carolina wasn't involved in the recruiting battle for one of the top defensive tackles in the Southeast. Now, they are square

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 • Andrew Skwara
Video: Patterson doesnt play around

Video: Patterson doesnt play around

Video: Patterson doesn't play around

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Dawgs offer Patterson

Dawgs offer Patterson

Adam Patterson is a prospect out of Richland East High School in Columbia, (SC) that is really starting to get attention. The mailbox is filling up o

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 • Chad Simmons
States top defensive tackle visits The Swamp

States top defensive tackle visits The Swamp

From day one Tigerillustrated.com has touted Columbia - Richland Northeast lineman Adam Patterson as the state's top junior defensive tackle. The 6-f

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 • Richard Turner
PSU looking to keep South Carolina connection

PSU looking to keep South Carolina connection

Over the past 10 to 15 years, Penn State has experienced a great deal of success recruiting in the state of South Carolina. Every true Penn State foo

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 • Phil Grosz
In-state lineman will receive high marks

In-state lineman will receive high marks

One of the state's top rated junior defensive linemen will be camping at Clemson this summer. It will be the second straight year he has camped at Cl

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 • Cris Ard