Rankings Rewind: Current NFL and college stars as recruits
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was a three-star prospect coming out of high school.

How the NFL starting QBs were rated as high school prospects
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is a former three-star prospect and a Rivals Camp Series alum.
NFL Top 100: Nos. 41-60 as high school recruits
Former five-star QB Matthew Stafford led the Rams to a Super Bowl title after the 2021 season.
Rivals Camp Series Atlanta: How Sunday will impact the rankings
Samuel Turner won't be unranked for long following his performance Sunday at the Rivals Camp Series in Atlanta.
Christian McCaffrey gets the better of Jared Goff once again
On Sunday, Christian McCaffrey’s 49ers defeated Jared Goff’s Lions to reach the Super Bowl.
RCS rewind: Check out NFC's starting QBs as HS prospects
Five of the 16 starting QBs in the NFC are Rivals Camp Series alums.
NFL Top 100: Nos. 61-80 as high school recruits
San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel was rated as a three-star prospect in the 2014 class.
Grading how Pac-12 teams have developed QBs
Oregon developed Marcus Mariota from a three-star prospect into a Heisman winner.
NFL Draft: Which conference produced most QBs over last 4 years?
Patrick Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl title in February.
Fact or Fiction: UGA, LSU hires; what to make of Burrow's hands
Georgia stole away strength coach Scott Cochran from SEC rival Alabama.
Building NFL Rosters: Florida, California, Texas lead way
Patrick Mahomes is one of 164 NFL players that played high school football in Texas.
Rival Views: Which ranking do you regret the most?
Mike Farrell thinks Todd Gurley should have been a five-star in the 2012 class.
Building The Roster: NFC West
Kyler Murray has a lot of Pac-12 and SEC teammates.
Ranking Pac-12 recruiting over the past decade
The USC Trojans lead the way when it comes to Pac-12 recruiting.
Rivals.com all-time teams: Series recap - who's No.1?
Each team is loaded with talent, but which one will Mike Farrell crown as the best?
Rivals.com's all-time four-star team
Can this team of former four-stars beat the five-star team? Tell us what you think.
Ask Farrell: Why wasn't Jared Goff ranked higher as a recruit?
“Goff should have been ranked higher and I’m kicking myself we missed on him to an extent. I always liked his calm,
Super Bowl LIII: Players who should have received a fifth star
There will be some stars on the field Sunday who Rivals analysts just missed on. These players deserved that fifth star.
Super Bowl LIII: Where the players ranked as high school prospects
We take a closer look at the former five-star on the rosters for the Rams and Patriots.
WAR ROOM No. 22 - The B1G game at the Horseshoe
It's Friday, which means time for another War Room, featuring tons of recruit scoop, fun facts, and much more!
First in a series: Which program can stake claim to being QBU?
Cal, Michigan, Michigan State, NC State and USC can all make solid arguments. What will Farrell's verdict be?
New four-stars outside updated Rivals250
These prospects have moved up the ranks - but just missed out on the Rivals250.
Pac-12 spotlight: Schools with most active NFL players
USC leads the way, then the list becomes very interesting.
Rivals QB Week: Recruiting analysts roundtable
As part of Rivals QB Week, our analysts answer a trio of questions relating to the most prominent position in sports.
Rivals QB Week: Pac-12 teams with most QB success
There is plenty of star power in the Pac-12's list of top QBs, with Cal boasting the best collection of the Rivals era.
QB Week: Breaking down where NFL QBs come from
The Big Ten might boast the best NFL QB ever, but no league has produced more current NFL starters than the Pac-12.
Breaking down NFL draft success league by league
The Big 12 needs more players like Pat Mahomes if its going to catch up to the SEC in producing first-round draft picks.
Pac-12 Breakdown: Top QB battles
The Pac-12 has some returning star QBs but several programs are locked in an interesting battle under center.
Rivals QB Week: Which school deserves title of Quarterback U?
Florida State sent Jameis Winston to Tampa Bay with the top pick in the NFL Draft. Is FSU Quarterback U? See the list.
NFL Draft: Looking at the top 10 former four-stars selected
The first round of the NFL draft was filled with four-stars like running back Ezekiel Elliott.
Who ya got at QB? Draft analysts debate Goff vs. Wentz
Opinions vary on the presumptive top two picks in Thursday's NFL Draft.
Rivals 2016 Mock Draft 4.0
There's been a shake-up at the top of the Rivals Mock Draft, as Adam Gorney and Mike Farrell have a QB going No. 1.
Rivals 2016 NFL Mock Draft 3.0
Ole Miss offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil remains the consensus top pick in our Mock Draft 3.0.
Farrell Postseason 50: Nos. 26-30
Our countdown of the top 50 college football players in the nation continues with Nos. 26-30.
Farrell Midseason 50: Nos. 21-25
Mike Farrell counts down his top 50 CFB players at the midway point of the 2015 season, including Notre Dame's William Fuller.
Heisman Watch: New names in mix
LSU running back Leonard Fournette is still the Heisman Trophy front-runner, but Florida State's Dalvin Cook is not far behind.
Three-point stance: Texas turnaround, Harbaugh
Charlie Strong's Texas program posted an impressive turnaround from the TCU debacle to its dominant win over rival Oklahoma.
Heisman Watch: Analyzing the contenders
LSU RB Leonard Fournette has established himself as the Heisman Trophy front-runner, but a bevy of top QBs aren't far behind.
Three-point stance: Pac-12 QBs, Big 12, Bama
Josh Rosen is one of two stud QBs in L.A. Mike Farrell talks USC-UCLA, poor Big 12 defense and Alabama's big game this weekend.
NFL Draft watch: Quarterback
Jared Goff is the top QB prospect for April's NFL draft. We discuss the other quarterbacks who will be high on NFL draft boards.
Farrell 50 Countdown: Nos. 46-50
Mike Farrell counts down his top 50 CFB players in 2015. Here are Nos. 46-50, which includes Wisconsin RB Corey Clement.
Trending down: Five on the decline in recruiting
Brady Hoke is in trouble at Michigan. How has that affected recruiting? Woody Wommack looks at five teams on the decline.
Dykes wants success on and off the field
New Cal coach Sonny Dykes believes the school's academic requirements can work in his favor as he tries to revive the Bears.
Drake Whitehurst recaps official visit, talks about pitching fellow Oregonian Johnny Ragin III
Cal commit Drake Whitehurst recaps official visit, talks about pitching fellow Oregonian.
Goff excited to compete
Cal's firing of Jeff Tedford hardly fazed Marin Catholic quarterback Jared Goff.
Cal commit Darius Allensworth talks about in-home visit and a new Bears target
Cal commit Darius Allensworth talks about in-home visit with DB coach Randy Stewart.
The Big Board: Rivals breaks down Cals commits and targets at every position
With signing day looming, GoldenBearReport breaks down Cal's commits and targets at every position.
Grading every Cal commit at the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl
GoldenBearReport review the tape, grades every Cal commit at the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl.
West mailbag: Cal out of Hunt hunt
Do the changes at Cal mean 4-star OT Cameron Hunt is bound for the Big Ten? Get the answer and more in the West Mailbag.
Top prospects shine in California
Which players stood out in California's state bowl championships? Adam Gorney names Adoree' Jackson and more than 20 others.
Around the West: Redfield down to two
Did Oregon's decision to back off Max Redfield thinking he was a Notre Dame lock help USC? Find out as we go Around the West.
Dykes, Likens visit Cavil
Dannon Cavil was stop number one for the new Cal offensive coaching staff on Wednesday in Texas.
Goff and Dykes speak for the first time
Jared Goff gets his first call from his new head coach on Friday night.
West Mailbag: Redfield locked into Irish
Now that Oregon has lost interest, is Max Redfield a Notre Dame lock? Get that answer and more in the West Mailbag.
Ups, downs of December positional rankings
Cornerback is one of the strongest positions in 2013, but that didn't stop Cole Luke from jumping. Who else was on the move?
Goff speaks on Dykes hiring
Newly-crowned CIF NCS Division III champion and Cal quarterback commit Jared Goff speaks on the hiring of his new head coach.
L.J. Moore talks Cal in-home
Fresno (Calif.) Central East defensive back L.J. Moore hosted Cal coach Marcus Arroyo on Monday to talk about the Bears.
Hunt talks in-home with Cal OL coach
Cameron Hunt goes in-depth on where he stands with Cal and the coaching search.
Whitener says visit from Arroyo helped calm nerves
Chad Whitener had a nerve-calming in-home visit from Marcus Arroyo on Wednesday. Find out what was said inside!
Around the West: Cal situation Bears watching
Jared Goff has said he won't back out of his Cal commit, but what about other pledges? Find out in Around the West.
Recruit Reactions To Tedford Firing
UPDATED: Reactions from Cal commits, prospects pour in following Jeff Tedford's dismissal.
Four-star sticking with Cal
Jared Goff had his phone shut off all day at school. When he turned it on and the text messages and missed calls flooded in he knew something had happ
Cheek still on board
Lawrenceville (Ga.) Archer corner Trey Cheek is trying to keep the recruiting class together after Tedford dismissal.
Friday Night Lights Rewind: Goff Throws 4 TDs. Again.
Jared Goff throws four TDs for the second straight week, and Victor Egu recovers a fumble.
Wilkes makes Pac-12 trip
2014 American Canyon (Calif.) tailback Robert Wilkes talks about his weekend trip to Berkeley.
With Or Without Tedford, Goff Is Berkeley-Bound
With or without Jeff Tedford, four-star QB Jared Goff says he's Berkeley-Bound
West mailbag: Redfield going green
Will former USC pledge Max Redfield end up in South Bend? Or is there another school lurking? Get those answers and more
2014 QB talks Cal visit
2014 quarterback Manny Wilkins talks in-depth about his connections to the Cal program and his second unofficial trip to Berkeley.
Roundtable: Talking possible coaching changes
How does 5-star Reuben Foster come into play as our analysts talk possible coaching changes at the Rivals Roundtable?
Beyond the Commitment With Torry McTyer
Torry McTyer opens up about his commitment to the Cal football team.
Cavil recaps Cal official visit
Three-star wide receiver and Ole Miss commit Dannon Cavil talks about his big visit to California this weekend.
Pickett Picks up Cal offer on Visit
Adarius Pickett had a grand old time during Homecoming, and his trip to Berkeley wrapped up with a big offer.
Bears host big visit weekend for Homecoming
QB commit Jared Goff will be playing host to a whole lineup of 2013 and 2014 recruits this weekend at Memorial Stadium. Find out who inside!
QB impressed by Golden Bears
Jared Goff had a feeling all week Cal would match up well with Ohio State and when the game was tight late in the game the Kentfield (Calif.) Marin Ca
Goff scouting report
The nation would have heard more about Jared Goff had he not committed back in March.
IN-DEPTH: Cal in the Rivals250
Darius Allensworth and Jared Goff lead the charge for the Golden Bears in the Rivals250. Find out who else may soon join them in blue and gold.
Plenty of big movers in the new Rivals250
Cal commit Jared Goff moved from unranked to No. 153 after performing well at the Elite 11 and some 7-on-7 tournaments. Here's a look at the new Rival
Several top prospects visit Cal camp
Read all about the recruits who visited the first day of Cal's fall camp in this quick-hit update!
Summer Standouts: Reviewing the QBs
Asiantii Woulard was a revelation this summer. Rivals.com analysts break down Woulard and other top QBs of the summer-camp season.
VIDEO: Hunt on the prowl for future teammates
Cameron Hunt isn't satisfied with just sitting and watching the recruiting game. He's intent on bringing in as many top-flight prospects as he can.
Elite 11: Big Ten has best crop of QBs
Penn State commit Christian Hackenberg helped the Big Ten get the nod for having the best crop of future QBs at the Elite 11. Adam Gorney breaks down
The Farrellys: Best and worst of the Elite 11
Shane Morris was on the receiving end of a Farrelly for his play at the Elite 11.
Ranking the elite: QBs from 1-25
Of all the elite QBs at the Elite 11, no one was a bigger surprise than Asiantii Woulard. Mike Farrell and the Rivals team rank the QBs at the event.
Elite 11: California vs. Texas QB showdown
Cal commit Jared Goff is one of four quarterbacks from the state of California who participated in this weekend's Elite 11 event.
Goff named to Elite 11
On Sunday, Cal QB commit Jared Goff became the eighth Bears recruit in 10 years to be named to the Elite 11.
Cal commit bounces back after rough Friday at E11
VIDEO: Cal QB commit Jared Goff had a banner day on Saturday after a grueling Friday put him through the ringer.
Elite 11: QBs whove impressed so far
Unheralded Asiantii Woulard has been among the top QBs at the Elite 11. Rivals.com ranks the top 11 headed into the final day of the event.
Morris stands above talented Elite11 field
Rivals.com analysts ranks all 25 QBs participating in the Elite 11 in California, and Michigan pledge Shane Morris stood above them all on Thursday.
Throwing it out there: First QB impressions at Elite 11
Max Browne has been up and down in recent camps. Mike Farrell looks at Browne and other QBs in Day 1 of the Elite 11.
Quessenberry handicaps Cals chances
Scott Quessenberry handicaps the Cal football program's chances at landing him after returning from The Opening.
Richardson commits to Cal
Harbor City (Calif.) Narbonne WR A.J. Richardson pulled the trigger and officially has committed to Cal as the Bears first receiver of 2013.
BTC: Hudson is a cornerstone
ANALYSIS: Ray Hudson is a big add to the 2013 class because of his heart and work ethic.
Hudson makes the call for Cal
Ray Hudson called Jeff Tedford this morning to tell him that he's going to be a Bear come the 2013 football season.
CAMP VIDEO: El Segundo TE camps at Cal
El Segundo (Calif.) tight end Austin Kurke makes his case for a Cal offer at camp on Friday.
CAMP VIDEO: Hudson earns Cal offer
VIDEO: Ray Hudson earns his coveted Cal offer with a strong day at the Bears' full-contact camp.
State rankings: USC dominates California
The top four committed prospects in California, including RB Justin Davis, are headed to USC and there's a chance the Trojans will land the state's to
Different Qualls ready to stand out
Elijah Qualls already has experienced quite a bit in his young life. More on Qualls as he heads to the <i>Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge</i> in Atlanta
LB commit makes first trip to Berkeley
Cal linebacker commit Chad Whitener takes in Berkeley on his first campus visit.
VIDEO: Goff spins it at Cal showcase
VIDEO: Jared Goff hits the field for the first time since winning the NCS baseball title, and shows no signs of rust.
VIDEO: Qualls works out at RB at Cal camp
VIDEO: Elijah Qualls makes a bold statement both on and off the field at the one-day Cal football showcase camp.