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Five-Star Checkup: Class of 2021

Five-Star Checkup: Class of 2021

QB Quinn Ewers, the No. 1 overall ranked player in his class, is performing at a high level for undefeated Texas.

 • Adam Gorney
ACC Spotlight: Stacking up the starting lineups by star ranking

ACC Spotlight: Stacking up the starting lineups by star ranking

Former five-star prospect D.J. Uiagalelei leads a Clemson lineup that tops our ACC rankings.

 • Adam Gorney
Five-star Carter set to arrive in Clemson

Five-star Carter set to arrive in Clemson

We just spoke with 5-star recruit Barrett Carter who will be enrolling at Clemson within 24 hours. So what's the latest?

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 • Paul Strelow
Commit Fit: Which ACC signees found the best situations?

Commit Fit: Which ACC signees found the best situations?

Four-star QB Jake Garcia should be set up for success at Clemson.

 • Mike Farrell
Breaking down the best 2021 linebacker classes

Breaking down the best 2021 linebacker classes

Five-star Dallas Turner stands out among a deep group at Alabama.

 • Mike Farrell
Rivals Rankings Week: Teams with most Rivals250 players

Rivals Rankings Week: Teams with most Rivals250 players

Alabama has a commanding lead with 20 commitments in the Rivals250, led by JC Latham.

 • Adam Friedman
Rivals Rankings Week: Counting down to No. 1

Rivals Rankings Week: Counting down to No. 1

Keep checking here throughout Monday for the latest in the countdown.

 • Dave Berry and Woody Wommack
Ten traditions that continued in 2021 class

Ten traditions that continued in 2021 class

Oklahoma has made a habit of landing stellar QB prospects. Caleb Williams carries on that tradition.

 • Mike Farrell and Adam Gorney
Ten can't-miss prospects in the 2021 class

Ten can't-miss prospects in the 2021 class

Barring injury, Maason Smith looks like a lock to be a star at LSU.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Tribute to Trevor, explosive prospects, 2022 guesses

Three-Point Stance: Tribute to Trevor, explosive prospects, 2022 guesses

Trevor Lawrence lived up to considerable hype in his three years at Clemson.

 • Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Sticking with it, underrated players, top classes

Three-Point Stance: Sticking with it, underrated players, top classes

Kyle Trask could have left Florida at multiple points and few would have blamed him. Now he's a Heisman contender.

 • Mike Farrell
ACC Spotlight: Grading the Early Signing Period

ACC Spotlight: Grading the Early Signing Period

Five-star Barrett Carter was part of Clemson's league-best haul.

 • Adam Friedman
Rivals Rankings Week: New state rankings released

Rivals Rankings Week: New state rankings released

Mario Williams is one of 43 players from the Sunshine State in the latest Rivals250 update.

 • Chad Simmons
Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 LB rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 LB rankings

Barrett Carter is one of two five-star linebackers in the 2021 class.

 • Josh Helmholdt
Ask Farrell: Why are there so few five-stars in the 2021 class?

Ask Farrell: Why are there so few five-stars in the 2021 class?

LSU pledge Sage Ryan is one of six new five-stars in a class that now features 26.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Rivals Rankings Week: Which schools dominate Rivals250?

Rivals Rankings Week: Which schools dominate Rivals250?

JC Latham is tops among 16 Alabama commitments in the new 2021 Rivals250.

 • Sam Spiegelman
Rivals Rankings Week: Six earn fifth star in latest update

Rivals Rankings Week: Six earn fifth star in latest update

There are six new five-stars in the 2021 class after this latest update to the Rivals250.

 • Mike Farrell and staff
Mind of Mike: Thoughts on updated Rivals250 rankings

Mind of Mike: Thoughts on updated Rivals250 rankings

DT Maason Smith took over the No. 1 spot in the latest Rivals250 for the 2021 class.

 • Mike Farrell
Rivals Rankings Week: Counting down to No. 1

Rivals Rankings Week: Counting down to No. 1

We kick off the week by counting down all 26 of our five-stars throughout Monday.

 • Dave Berry, Mike Farrell, Woody Wommack
Southeast Spotlight: Five biggest questions heading into rankings week

Southeast Spotlight: Five biggest questions heading into rankings week

Kamari Wilson could rise to the top of the Florida state recruiting rankings.

 • Chad Simmons
Making the Case: Which prospect should receive a fifth star?

Making the Case: Which prospect should receive a fifth star?

Nebraska commit Thomas Fidone could finish the 2021 rankings cycle as a rare five-star tight end.

 • Staff
Three-Point Stance: 2021 rankings, doghouse, elite players

Three-Point Stance: 2021 rankings, doghouse, elite players

Ohio State quarterback commit Kyle McCord is currently ranked No. 24 in the 2021 Rivals250.

 • Mike Farrell
Mouths of the South Podcast: Which prospects stand out

Mouths of the South Podcast: Which prospects stand out

Sam Spiegelman and Chad Simmons discuss some of the top prospects they've seen in person recently.

 • Sam Spiegelman and Chad Simmons
VIDEO: Top Plays of the Week

VIDEO: Top Plays of the Week

This week's top plays feature many top prospects, including Clemson commit Barrett Carter and UGA commit Amarius Mims.

 • David Berry
Simmons on the road: More five-star talent in Georgia?

Simmons on the road: More five-star talent in Georgia?

There are three 5-stars in Georgia right now, but a prospect from 2021 and 2022 made their cases last week.

 • Chad Simmons
Three-Point Stance: Under-the-radar commits, big questions, five-stars

Three-Point Stance: Under-the-radar commits, big questions, five-stars

Defensive end Austin Booker is the most under-the-radar commit in Minnesota's 2021 class.

 • Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: ACC snapshot, Clemson-Miami, recruiting observations

Three-Point Stance: ACC snapshot, Clemson-Miami, recruiting observations

Miami's James Williams is the biggest recruiting get for the Hurricanes.

 • Mike Farrell
Woody's World: News, notes and more from Week 1 in Georgia

Woody's World: News, notes and more from Week 1 in Georgia

News, notes and observations from a pair of big games in Georgia.

 • Woody Wommack
Three-Point Stance: Recruiting trends, explosive players, more

Three-Point Stance: Recruiting trends, explosive players, more

Wisconsin is on a roll and has its sights set on Penn State legacy Nolan Rucci.

 • Mike Farrell
Comparing 2021 prospects to past stars: Nos. 31-40

Comparing 2021 prospects to past stars: Nos. 31-40

Clemson commit Payton Page reminds analysts of Michigan's Ondre Pipkins.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 LB rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 LB rankings

Barrett Carter is the No, 1 inside linebacker in the country.

 • Sam Spiegelman
Examining several 2021 mock classes for the Buckeyes

Examining several 2021 mock classes for the Buckeyes

We evaluate four mock classes created by our members and where OSU finishes in the all-time rankings in each scenario.

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 • Joseph Hastings
Flip Candidates: Three targets committed elsewhere on Ohio State's radar

Flip Candidates: Three targets committed elsewhere on Ohio State's radar

Many believe a wave of decommitments & flips are on the horizon. Here are three prospects who may flip to the Buckeyes.

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 • Dave Lackford & Joseph Hastings
Three-Point Stance: Coaching disasters, recent commits, hot takes

Three-Point Stance: Coaching disasters, recent commits, hot takes

Willie Taggart was run out of town after going 9-12 in less than two seasons at Florida State.

 • Mike Farrell
ACC Spotlight: How has pandemic impacted recruiting?

ACC Spotlight: How has pandemic impacted recruiting?

Clemson has been landing players from nearby and far away, but the decommitment of Korey Foreman was a big hit.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Name, Image and Likeness Part 4: What elite HS players think

Name, Image and Likeness Part 4: What elite HS players think

Top players chime in on what effect the potential changes in NIL had on their recruitment.

 • Adam Gorney
Name, Image and Likeness Part 3: How athletes build their brand

Name, Image and Likeness Part 3: How athletes build their brand

Which current Rivals100 players have the biggest brands based on social media followings?

 • Adam Gorney
Which programs are recruiting linebackers the best in 2021?

Which programs are recruiting linebackers the best in 2021?

The rich have gotten richer as LSU added four-star Naquan Brown to the mix at an already loaded position.

 • Mike Farrell
Five-Star Challenge: Reviewing the linebackers

Five-Star Challenge: Reviewing the linebackers

Terrence Lewis impressed earlier this year at the Rivals Camp Series event in Miami.

 • Staff
Southeast Spotlight: Biggest fall rankings questions

Southeast Spotlight: Biggest fall rankings questions

Can Miami safety Corey Collier hold onto his fifth star this fall?

 • Rob Cassidy, Chad Simmons
Recruiting Snapshot: Clemson Tigers

Recruiting Snapshot: Clemson Tigers

All-purpose back Will Shipley is a big recent addition.

 • Adam Friedman
Fact or Fiction: Games should be played without fans if needed

Fact or Fiction: Games should be played without fans if needed

Jim Harbaugh says games must be played, with or without fans. Is he correct? Mike Farrell and Adam Gorney debate it.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Three-Point Stance: Best recent commits, 2020's top trios, more

Three-Point Stance: Best recent commits, 2020's top trios, more

Linebacker Barrett Carter was yet another big victory for the Clemson Tigers.

 • Mike Farrell
The Next Chapter: Barrett Carter tells story behind Clemson commitment

The Next Chapter: Barrett Carter tells story behind Clemson commitment

The No. 1 inside linebacker tells the amazing story behind his decision.

 • Chad Simmons
Clemson lands Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter

Clemson lands Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter

Clemson is the winner for Barrett Carter. Who is the loser? Why is he a Tiger? Get the full commitment breakdown here.

 • Chad Simmons
No. 1 ILB Barrett Carter to commit this week

No. 1 ILB Barrett Carter to commit this week

Four-star LB Barrett Carter will honor his family when he announces his commitment.

 • Chad Simmons
Rivals Rankings Week: New 2021 LB rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: New 2021 LB rankings

Four-star linebacker Terrence Lewis committed to Tennessee at the end of April.

 • Rob Cassidy
"How many Linebackers can we take?"

"How many Linebackers can we take?"

How many linebackers can the Bulldogs take in the class of 2021? We take a closer look.

 • Trent Smallwood
Southeast Spotlight: Players who are delaying commitments

Southeast Spotlight: Players who are delaying commitments

Five-star Corey Collier originally planned on committing in the spring.

 • Rob Cassidy, Chad Simmons
Ohio State's ten most important remaining targets in 2021

Ohio State's ten most important remaining targets in 2021

Ohio State sits atop the team recruiting rankings but still have work left to do. Who are the 10 most important targets?

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 • Marc Givler
Interview with four-star LB Barrett Carter

Interview with four-star LB Barrett Carter

Chad Simmons checks in with LB Barrett Carter to see how he has been keeping in shape during the pandemic.

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 • David Berry and Chad Simmons
Fact or Fiction: Auburn is a sleeper to watch in recruiting

Fact or Fiction: Auburn is a sleeper to watch in recruiting

Other topics up for debate: Whether Troy Franklin will stay on the West Coast and Clemson's offer to Christian Veilleux.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
Ranking the Contenders: Barrett Carter

Ranking the Contenders: Barrett Carter

Some of the Southeast's top programs are involved with Georgia four-star linebacker Barrett Carter.

 • Chad Simmons
Georgia vs. The Field: How Bulldogs will fare with in-state stars

Georgia vs. The Field: How Bulldogs will fare with in-state stars

Will five-star Amarius Mims sign with the in-state Georgia Bulldogs or leave the Peach State?

 • Chad Simmons
Recruiting goes digital during coronavirus shutdown

Recruiting goes digital during coronavirus shutdown

The recruitment of four-star RB Will Shipley has shifted to Zoom and FaceTime because of the coronavirus pandemic.

 • Adam Gorney
How things stand with top uncommitted 2021 LBs

How things stand with top uncommitted 2021 LBs

Four-star Terrence Lewis is a former Florida commit who could still end up with the Gators when all is said and done.

 • Adam Friedman and Mike Farrell
Elite LB Barrett Carter gives the latest

Elite LB Barrett Carter gives the latest

Could four-star LB Barrett Carter make a decision in the near future? He gives the latest on his recruitment here.

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 • Chad Simmons
4-star linebacker weighs in on impact of teammate's Clemson commitment

4-star linebacker weighs in on impact of teammate's Clemson commitment

We spoke with the nation's No. 1 inside linebacker after his teammate committed to Clemson Wednesday. And he said?

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 • Paul Strelow
2021 Big Board 1.0: Linebackers

2021 Big Board 1.0: Linebackers

At this point, linebacker is more of a luxury than a need for Ohio State. But there are some intriguing targets.

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 • Marc Givler
FSU makes major impression on nation's No. 1 ILB, other Sunday visitors

FSU makes major impression on nation's No. 1 ILB, other Sunday visitors

The nation's top inside linebacker, Barrett Carter, says FSU football is now among his leaders after Sunday visit.

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 • Michael Langston
Ask Farrell: Will there be a 5-star LB in 2021 class?

Ask Farrell: Will there be a 5-star LB in 2021 class?

Four-star Barrett Carter is the top-ranked inside linebacker in the 2021 class.

 • Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell
No. 1 inside linebacker 'feels at home' at Auburn

No. 1 inside linebacker 'feels at home' at Auburn

Barrett Carter, the No. 1 ILB in 2021, returned to Auburn again on Sunday and already plans to visit again soon...

 • Jeffrey Lee
Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 linebacker rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Updated 2021 linebacker rankings

Oregon commit Keith Brown is the second-ranked inside linebacker in the 2021 class.

 • Rob Cassidy
No. 1 ILB Barrett Carter talks first cut, what's next

No. 1 ILB Barrett Carter talks first cut, what's next

Barrett Carter has over 50 offers, but he has eliminated over 40 schools.

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 • Chad Simmons
Notre Dame A "Big Offer" For Nation's Top ILB Barrett Carter

Notre Dame A "Big Offer" For Nation's Top ILB Barrett Carter

Will Notre Dame host 2021 ILB Barrett Carter for a visit?

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 • Mike Singer
No. 1 inside linebacker has 'amazing' visit to Auburn

No. 1 inside linebacker has 'amazing' visit to Auburn

The No. 1 inside linebacker, Barrett Carter, talks about his Auburn visit and if the Tigers will make the first cut...

 • Jeffrey Lee
Junior Day in Auburn

Junior Day in Auburn

This is the last weekend before the dead period and Auburn plans to take advantage of it. A list of expected visitors...

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Latest Offers for Mizzou

Latest Offers for Mizzou

Taking a closer look at Missouri's recent offers to the 2021, 2022, and 2023 classes

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 • Sean Williams
2021 Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter eyes summer decision

2021 Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter eyes summer decision

Barrett Carter is one of the top players in the '21 class and he is likely to commit this summer. Visit start this week.

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 • Chad Simmons
Impact Analysis: Jared Ivey commits to Georgia Tech

Impact Analysis: Jared Ivey commits to Georgia Tech

It it one thing to talk about landing elite-level players in the state of Georgia. It is another to land them.

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 • Russell Johnson
Iron Bowl visitors

Iron Bowl visitors

Auburn will have several top recruits on campus for the Iron Bowl, including two five-stars and several four-stars...

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 • Jeffrey Lee
2021 Louisville football recruiting radar report

2021 Louisville football recruiting radar report

Here is every uncommitted 2021 football prospect Louisville has offered so far.

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 • Dave Lackford
Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter has another 'amazing' visit to Athens

Rivals100 LB Barrett Carter has another 'amazing' visit to Athens

One of the top players in the Peach State for 2021 is no stranger to Athens, and he was just back this past weekend.

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 • Jake Reuse
The War Room

The War Room

Auburn will have a big official visitor in town this weekend, plus dozens of unofficial visitors...

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 • Jeffrey Lee
Nation's No. 4 outside linebacker calls Clemson visit 'unbelievable'

Nation's No. 4 outside linebacker calls Clemson visit 'unbelievable'

This top 60 recruit nationally was back in Clemson over the weekend, a campus visit he called "unbelievable."

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 • Paul Strelow
Visitors List: Auburn vs. MSU

Visitors List: Auburn vs. MSU

In all, 18 four-star and one five-star are expected to be in Auburn on Saturday. The complete list of visitors inside...

 • Jeffrey Lee
The War Room

The War Room

The latest on the 2020 class and how it could shake out, which recruits will visit AU this weekend and more...

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 • Jeffrey Lee
A 'once-in-a lifetime experience' for 2021 LB Barrett Carter at UGA

A 'once-in-a lifetime experience' for 2021 LB Barrett Carter at UGA

Georgia's performance struck a chord both on and off the field for one of the top targets in the Class of 2021.

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 • Jake Reuse
Simmons: Ten Southeast prospects whose stock is rising

Simmons: Ten Southeast prospects whose stock is rising

Nebraska commit Logan Smothers has seen his stock rise in recent weeks.

 • Chad Simmons
Top prospects predict UGA-ND showdown

Top prospects predict UGA-ND showdown

More than two dozen players from across the country weigh in on Saturday's big tilt.

 • Josh Helmholdt and Chad Simmons
Early Look: 2021 Linebackers

Early Look: 2021 Linebackers

Taking a closer look at the early 2021 linebacker targets for Minnesota

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 • Sean Williams
Simmons on the Road: Five that shined over the weekend

Simmons on the Road: Five that shined over the weekend

Who impressed Rivals.com recruiting analyst Chad Simmons over the weekend? Find out here.

 • Chad Simmons
Rivals Rankings Week: New 2021 LB rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: New 2021 LB rankings

Miami's Terrence Lewis is No. 1 in the LB rankings, and he may be looking to go out of state for his college ball.

 • Rob Cassidy
2021 LB Barrett Carter on Georgia Tech: "It is a home feeling there"

2021 LB Barrett Carter on Georgia Tech: "It is a home feeling there"

2021 LB Barrett Carter talks Georgia Tech, future plans, more

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 • Jared Halus
2021 LB Barrett Carter On Notre Dame: "What More Can You Ask For?"

2021 LB Barrett Carter On Notre Dame: "What More Can You Ask For?"

Barrett Carter has high remarks of Notre Dame and DL coach Mike Elston.

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 • Mike Singer
Dawgs 'proved why they are a top consideration' for 2021 LB Barrett Carter

Dawgs 'proved why they are a top consideration' for 2021 LB Barrett Carter

This Rivals100 linebacker is one of the most sought after players in his class, and UGA is impressing early.

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 • Jake Reuse
Takeaways from a busy, star-studded day on the Flats

Takeaways from a busy, star-studded day on the Flats

Camp season has officially ended on the Flats. Inside, updates on each of the GT targets that competed on Thursday.

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 • Russell Johnson
Barrett Carter on UGA: "What more could you ask for out of a school?”

Barrett Carter on UGA: "What more could you ask for out of a school?”

One of the top rising juniors in the class already has a Georgia offer. How do the Dawgs stack up with his options?

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 • Jake Reuse
New Virginia Tech football offer: Barrett Carter

New Virginia Tech football offer: Barrett Carter

Virginia Tech has offered Suwanee (Ga.) North Gwinnett 2021 linebacker Barrett Carter. Here's a quick look at him.

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 • Tim Sullivan
Georgia LB Surprised By Offer

Georgia LB Surprised By Offer

Barrett Carter already has some impressive offers, but one he wasn't expected when it recently came was from UNC.

 • Jarrod Hardy
2021 OLB Barrett Carter Adds Notre Dame Offer, Plans To Visit

2021 OLB Barrett Carter Adds Notre Dame Offer, Plans To Visit

2021 OLB Barrett Carter talks with Blue & Gold Illustrated about his new Notre Dame offer and more.

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 • Mike Singer
Carter talks first two SEC offers, upcoming visits

Carter talks first two SEC offers, upcoming visits

Kentucky and Vanderbilt offer sophomore Barrett Carter. Who could be next? Learn more about the 2021 athlete here.

 • Chad Simmons