Ranking Big Ten recruiting efforts over the last decade
Ryan Day and the Ohio State Buckeyes reign supreme when it comes to recruiting in the Big Ten.
Self-Scouting: Evaluating recent five-star defensive ends
Did Rivals over-perform or under-perform with its rankings at the DE position from 2012 to 2015?
Five-Star History: States that produce the fewest
South Carolina has produced 10 five-star prospects, including Jadeveon Clowney.
Take Two: Does Dantonio get enough credit for recruiting wins?
Michigan State has done a fine job of landing in-state talent, but the Spartans aren't always the talk of the Big Ten.
Three-Point Stance: Tom Herman; Pac-12 snapshot, reflections on 2014
Rivals.com National Recruiting Director Mike Farrell discusses Tom Herman's big splash, 2018 Pac-12 recruiting and more.
NFL Draft Snapshot: Defensive tackles
Another positional preview for the NFL Draft, and another Alabama atop the board. Up next: Defensive tackles.
Post NFL-Combine stock report: DT
The SEC, led by Jonathan Allen, is well represented as Rivals experts examine the DT draft class post-NFL Combine.
Midwest spotlight: What if stars picked different schools?
The college football landscape may have looked very different if some Midwest stars picked different college programs.
Rival Views: Adam Gorney's NFL mock draft
How many QBs will be picked in the first round, and where are they headed?
Pre-combine rankings: Defensive tackle
Several former five-star prospects rank highly on Rivals' pre-NFL Combine defensive tackle draft board.
National Signing Day flashback: Malik McDowell, 2014
Malik McDowell knew where he wanted to go. He just had to get his mother on board.
NFL Draft: How the 2014 five-stars project
The five-star prospects from the class of 2014 should be well represented in the early rounds of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Ranking the top 32 prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft
Mike Farrell and Adam Gorney have Clemson QB Deshaun Watson in very different slots of the NFL Draft. See both lists.
NFL Draft stock report: Defensive tackle
Some former five-star DTs have seen their NFL draft stock rise and fall this season.
Midseason NFL Draft outlook: Defensive tackle
A former five-star recruit tops Rivals' list of top 2017 NFL Draft defensive tackle prospects.
Rivals.com Five-Star Club: Favorite Fives
Rivals.com analysts recall the players they pushed the hardest to receive that distinction, and went on to back it up.
Midwest Breakdown: Current five-stars in college football
How are former five-stars from the Midwest currently faring in college football? We take a look.
Ranking the top 32 prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft
LSU running back Leonard Fournette is among our top 32 prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft.
Three former five-star prospects lead latest installment of Farrell 50
The Farrell 50 countdown continues with Nos. 26-30, headlined by three former five-star prospects.
The Five-Star Challenge Five-Year Team: Defensive Line
The Five-Star Challenge has featured amazing talent at the defensive line the last five years.
Ranking the top 32 prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft
Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson leads our early look at the top 32 eligible prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft.
Five-star tracker: Teams on cusp
Several former five-stars, like Florida's Vernon Hargreaves III, have their teams on the cusp of the college football playoff.
Five-Star Challenge: Stars of 2012
Quin Blanding was among the future stars at the first <i>Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge Presented by Under Armour</i>.
New suitor for Williams
Now that 3-star DE Raequan Williams has an offer from Michigan State, Josh Helmholdt believes the Spartans are the team to beat.
Five who will make an impact: Big Ten
Jabrill Peppers should make his presence felt quickly at Michigan. Which other Big Ten true freshmen could have a big impact?
Signing McDowell: What it means ...
The writers of SpartanMag.com analyze the impact of the Malik McDowell signing on a variety of fronts.
Dantonio: McDowell made a mans decision
Mark Dantonio believes Malik McDowell is good enough to play immediately.
Five-Star McDowell finally a Spartan
The longest and strangest dramas in the class of 2014 has came to an end as 5-star DE Malik McDowell signed with Michigan State.
I think I think ... Helmholdts final 2014 thoughts
KD Cannon and his fellow WRs have the best chance to make a big impact as freshman, says Josh Helmholdt, who wraps up 2014.
I think I think ... Gorneys final 2014 thoughts
Adoree' Jackson made a wise decision when he picked USC, says Adam Gorney, who wraps up the 2014 cycle with one last look back.
Focused on one
It's nearly two weeks past National Signing Day and the situation surrounding Malik McDowell has not been resolved. However, the five-star prospect sa
Midwest storylines: Big Ten must protect turf
Can the Big Ten protect its turf? Will Jerome Baker earn a fifth star? Josh Helmholdt examines the Midwest storylines for 2015.
Rivals.com: Top Big Ten recruiters
Zach Smith helped Ohio St. win some out-of-state recruiting battles in 2014. See the top recruiters of 2014 from the Big Ten.
McDowell situation unresolved, visits on tap
Malik McDowell remains unsigned nearly a week after Signing Day, but his family hopes a couple visits will help resolve things.
Top performers: Elite Big Man
Junior OL John Keenoy proved to be a mismatch during the Elite Big Man Camp. See who else made Josh Helmholdt's top performers.
Signing Day Blitz: Ranking the Big Ten
Landing Raekwon McMillan and keeping big names close to home helped Ohio state land the Big Ten's best class on Signing Day.
Deep Read: Inside Signing Day
Analyzing Michigan State's strong finish to the 2014 recruiting cycle, and the entire recruiting year.
Signing Day winners and losers
Who were Signing Day's biggest winners and losers? Adoree' Jackson made USC one of the day's winners, declares Woody Wommack.
National Signing Day: Conference Breakdown
Find out what our experts had to say about Derrick Nnadi picking Florida State and all the teams in all the major conferences.
Signing Day notes: Harris flip, Evans surprise
The day's biggest surprise? Rashaan Evans slipping an Alabama hat on at Auburn High School. Rob Cassidy recaps Signing Day 2014.
Video: Malik McDowell explains why hes a Spartan
SOUTHFIELD - Malik McDowell explains why he selected Michigan State. His father explains why he supports his son's decision to play for Mark Dantonio.
McDowell recruitment sizzles toward its end
Malik McDowell hasn't spoken publicly since Monday. But his mother seemed to indicate that he was favoring MSU, Tuesday.
Five Signing Day predictions
Will WR Malachi Dupre help propel Florida State to the No. 2 overall ranking? Mike Farrell makes five Signing Day predictions.
National Signing Day: Top storylines
Adoree' Jackson could bring joy to USC on National Signing Day. Our analysts have all the stories to watch around the country.
4-star Evans is a Spartan
Michigan State received huge news on Monday when four-star DT Craig Evans committed to the Spartans.
McDowell previews NSD decision
Five-star DE Malik McDowell is set to announce his college choice on Wednesday, but a final decision has not been made.
McDowell gives the latest
The recruitment of Malik McDowell is coming down to the wire. We caught up with the 5-star in person at his school and have the latest.
Roundtable: Where will the circus be
There's conflicting information out there on five-star Adoree' Jackson. Could his recruitment turn into a circus on Signing Day?
Weekend Visits: Florida hosting Prince
It is a big visit weekend across the country, and at Florida, that means hosting five-star Damian Prince. We break it all down.
Around the Midwest: McDowell narrows list
Five-star DE Malik McDowell has his list down to four. Get the latest on his finalists, Michigan State's late targets and more.
Mind of Mike: Where R100 uncommitteds stand
Where does Malachi Dupre stand one week before Signing Day? Mike Farrell assesses the uncommitted members of the Rivals100.
Roundtable: Who needs a key prospect
Who needs five-star Adoree' Jackson more, Florida or USC? Our analysts debate this and more in the latest Rivals Roundtable.
McDowell sets final official visit
Five-star defensive end Malik McDowell already has four official visits in the books. He has decided where he'll take his last visit.
Roundtable: Who will perform late magic
Can UCLA's Jim Mora go into SEC country and land Malachi Dupre and Rashaan Evans? That's a discussion for our latest Roundtable.
Weekend Visits: Five-star weekend at MSU
It is a big visit weekend nationwide, and at Michigan State, that means hosting four-star Malik McDowell. We break it all down.
Reviewing big moves in position rankings
Wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie wasn't the only prospect to make a big move in our final class of 2014 position rankings.
Around the Midwest: McDowell changes visits
Five-star DE Malik McDowell is altering his visits, as are other top prospects in the Midwest. Josh Helmholdt has the latest.
Weekend makes big impression on recruits
Commitments Jonathan Vickers, Corey Martinez and 2015 target Jacques Patrick recap their visit to FSU this past weekend. Get the latest recruiting sco
Final rankings bring six new five-stars
A big all-star season lifted Travis Rudolph to the top of the list of new five-stars in the final class of 2014 Rivals100.
Around the Midwest: Franklin fallout
Mikale Wilbon and some others are in limbo after PSU hired James Franklin. Josh Helmholdt has the latest Around the Midwest.
Army Bowl: Handing out some awards
Kentucky QB commit Drew Barker impressed all week at the Army All-America Bowl and earns some hardware as we hand out awards.
Army Bowl: West overall top performers
Trey Quinn was one of the most impressive performers during Army Bowl week. Jason Howell breaks down the best from the West.
Army: Ten match-ups to watch
East DT Travonte Valentine vs. West OL Damien Mama is one of 10 match-ups to keep an eye on in the U.S. Army All-America Bowl.
Army: West Coast linemen shine
The West squad defensive linemen agree: Damien Mama and his fellow Californians on the offensive line have been tough to handle.
Army: West Team Thursday Best
Four-star LB Derik Calhoun had another strong day at practice for the U.S. Army All-America Bowl. Who else shined for the West?
Army: Colorado rises for West
Damon Webb stood out among the defensive backs at U.S. Army Bowl practice on Monday. Get that scoop and more West notes inside.
Army: West Team Mondays Best
Wide receiver Trey Quinn was one of several standout players on the first day of the Army Bowl practices for the West squad.
Buckeyes get last shot at McDowell
Solomon Thomas isn't the only Rivals100 defensive lineman that Ohio State will host on the final visit weekend of the season. Malik McDowell gives us
Army: Ten storylines to watch this week
Can Demetrius Knox remain the nation's top-ranked guard? That's one of many things to watch this week at the U.S. Army Bowl.
Class of 2014: Whos next
Michigan State filled a big recruiting need yesterday when defensive back Montae Nicholson of Gateway High School in Pennsylvania selected the Green a
Around the Midwest: Irish after Morgan
Notre Dame hopes to Rivals100 ILB Nyles Morgan to its growing 'backer haul. Josh Helmholdt talks ND and more Around the Midwest.
McDowell back from UF trip
Defensive end Malik McDowell came away impressed with his Florida visit, but he has several other high-profile trips coming up.
McDowell plans LSU visit
Rivals100 defensive end Malik McDowell lists LSU as one of his top seven remaining schools and plans to make an official visit there next month.
Around the Midwest: Gophers rising
Minnesota is making a push for some committed prospects such as Dorian Baker. Go Around the Midwest for that scoop and more.
McDowell impressed by Saban
Southfield, Mich., defensive end Malik McDowell took the first of his five visits to Alabama and came away impressed by the Crimson Tide.
Florida visits with Rivals100 defensive end
Southfield (Mich.) Rivals100 defensive end Malik McDowell didn't make his scheduled visit to Florida last weekend, but the Gators went to see him Tues
First and 10: Plenty of drama left out there
Check out the recruitment of Joe Mixon and nine other top prospects who will keep us guessing right to the end in First and 10.
Around the Midwest: Buckeyes pursue trio
It looks like Alabama vs. Ohio State for Erick Smith and two of his teammates. Get that scoop and much more Around the Midwest.
Top uncommitted prospects: Midwest
Four-star defensive end Malik McDowell headlines the uncommitted prospects in the Midwest. Get the latest on where they stand.
Offer is there, but interest is fading
Late last month Southfield (Mich.) offensive tackle Chukwuma Okorafor received an offer from Florida, but how much interest Florida show going forward
McDowell ready for the next phase of recruitment
Southfield (Mich.) defensive end Malik McDowell has seen his senior season come to an end, and is on to the next steps. That means official visits and
Rivals100 DE to visit LSU
In the event four-star defensive end Malik McDowell of Southfield, Mich. ultimately chooses to attend LSU the Rivals100 member would have quite a welc
Recruiting Hot Board: Defense 11/6
Alabama's 2014 defensive targets are examined in the latest Hot Board. Will the nation's No. 1 Da'Shawn Hand become a part of the class?
Recruiting impact: Justin Hollins
As the winds of change bring with them colder weather, falling leaves and ducks flying South for Winter, so too did those winds blow in the recruiting
Southfield retains trophy with rivalry win
<strong>SOUTHFIELD, Mich.</strong> - Southfield High was short-handed against crosstown rival Lathrup. That gave Lathrup a glimmer of hope to bring ho
McDowells recruitment in a holding pattern
Southfield (Mich.) 2014 defensive end Malik McDowell has a wide range of options when it comes to his recruiting process. He plans to take official vi
Defensive battle a thriller for Southfield
<strong>SOUTHFIELD, Mich.</strong> - When a defensive player on one team is committed to Michigan, and his teammate is a top prospect on the Wolverine
Recruiting Analysis: Ships sailing
The America's Cup yacht race captivated the sports world (or at the very least Twitter) over the past few days, and a sailing analogy applies to Michi
Around the Midwest: Surprising Broncos
Tim Cason is one of 10 3-stars in a surprising Western Michigan class. Around the Midwest looks at the chances of keeping them.
Marshall and McDowell cant combine for victory
2014 defensive linemen Lawrence Marshall and Malik McDowell form one of the state's most formidable fronts at Southfield (Mich.) High School, and perf
Prep Kickoff Classic top defensive performers
With five tackles for loss, Malik McDowell earned his spot atop the list of defensive performers in the Prep Kickoff Classic.
Ten 2014 prospects with something to prove
Has five-star DE Lorenzo Carter become complacent? Find out who joins him on our list of prospects with something to prove.
Slice of Life: Malik McDowell at the Five-Star Challenge
Michigan fans known Malik McDowell as a dominating defensive lineman. Fewer know him as a person, and he gave The Wolverine a rare glimpse into a day
Top uncommitted prospects: Midwest
Get the latest on Malik McDowell and more as we continue our region-by-region look at who's left on the board with the Midwest.
Top Prospect Snapshot: Malik McDowell
A new feature on TheWolverine.com, taking a look at some of U-M's top remaining targets, where they stand with Michigan, and the latest updates on the
Video: McDowell taking it easy
Rivals100 defensive end Malik McDowell is at a new school in a new system, but should be able to be his same-old dominant self at Southfield High. He'
Around the Midwest: Pierschbacher hits pause
Ross Pierschbacher seemed ready to make an announcement last week but put it off. Find out what's next in Around the Midwest.
Top uncommitted prospects: Midwest Region
Michigan leads for Malik McDowell but quite a few schools are still in it. Get more on the Midwest's top uncommitted prospects.
Michigan stands out for McDowell
Detroit (Mich.) Loyola four-star defensive end Malik McDowell made his way over to Michigan for their BBQ at the Big House event on Sunday. His father
Lay of the land: Defensive end
Welcome to The Wolverine's new series breaking down the big picture in recruiting at each position. We're down to the final few positions, and today w