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Five thoughts on the 2023 DT class

Five thoughts on the 2023 DT class

Ohio State commit Jason Moore sits atop the defensive tackle rankings, but the debate at the top is far from over.

 • Adam Gorney
How top-ranked 2018 signees from each SEC team are faring

How top-ranked 2018 signees from each SEC team are faring

Justin Fields was Georgia's top-ranked commitment in the 2018 class.

 • Mike Farrell
SEC breakdown: Top-ranked recruit on each roster

SEC breakdown: Top-ranked recruit on each roster

Big things are expected from Feleipe Franks this season.

 • Mike Farrell
SEC Spotlight: Commit Fit

SEC Spotlight: Commit Fit

Which 2018 SEC signees fit best in their new college systems?

 • Mike Farrell
National Signing Day by position: Top DT classes

National Signing Day by position: Top DT classes

Now that the 2018 recruiting cycle is done, it is time to look back to see with schools signed the best DTs.

 • Nick Krueger
NSD 2018 Wrap-Up: Ranking the ACC classes

NSD 2018 Wrap-Up: Ranking the ACC classes

Miami, Clemson and Florida State lead the way with three classes that rank in the top 10 nationally.

 • Rob Cassidy and Adam Friedman
NSD 2018 Wrap-Up: Ranking the SEC classes

NSD 2018 Wrap-Up: Ranking the SEC classes

The addition of five-star Adam Anderson was one reason why Georgia's 2018 class topped the SEC.

 • Chad Simmons and Woody Wommack
Rivals.com 2018 Recruiter of the Year: Georgia's Dell McGee

Rivals.com 2018 Recruiter of the Year: Georgia's Dell McGee

Georgia’s Dell McGee is named 2018 Rivals Recruiter of the Year for his part in landing the No. 1 class.

 • Chad Simmons
Mind of Mike: Takeaways from National Signing Day 2018

Mind of Mike: Takeaways from National Signing Day 2018

Rivals.com National Recruiting Director Mike Farrell weighs in on how several top schools fared on a very busy day.

 • Mike Farrell
Gamecocks cap 2018 class with four-star Rick Sandidge

Gamecocks cap 2018 class with four-star Rick Sandidge

Rivals100 defensive tackle Rick Sandidge commits to South Carolina over Georgia on National Signing Day Wednesday.

 • Wes Mitchell
Breaking down Rick Sandidge's commitment to South Carolina

Breaking down Rick Sandidge's commitment to South Carolina

Rivals100 defensive lineman Rick Sandidge has committed to South Carolina. What it means for the Gamecocks and more here

 • Adam Friedman
Three-Point Stance: 30 NSD commitment predictions

Three-Point Stance: 30 NSD commitment predictions

Mike Farrell offers up 30 commitment predictions as National Signing Day approaches.

 • Mike Farrell
2018 National Signing Day Announcement Guide

2018 National Signing Day Announcement Guide

A rundown of the scheduled national television announcements on Wednesday.

 • Woody Wommack
Ten must-have prospects that teams can't afford to lose out on

Ten must-have prospects that teams can't afford to lose out on

Texas A&M cannot afford to miss on top target Jaylen Waddle.

 • Adam Gorney
By The Numbers: Frenzy of activity expected as NSD nears

By The Numbers: Frenzy of activity expected as NSD nears

National Signing Day is only a week and a half away and there is only one more official visit weekend to go. The early

 • Adam Friedman
Rivals100 DL Rick Sandidge gives the latest

Rivals100 DL Rick Sandidge gives the latest

Rivals100 defensive tackle Rick Sandidge has taken two out of his three scheduled official visits. The Concord, N.C.

 • Adam Friedman
Sandidge Talks Visit

Sandidge Talks Visit

The nation's No. 2 defensive tackle was in Chapel Hill this weekend, how did his visit go?

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 • Deana King
Visit preview: Where top 5 unsigned prospects are headed this weekend

Visit preview: Where top 5 unsigned prospects are headed this weekend

The first of the final three official visit weekends is here. Where are the top prospects headed?

 • Woody Wommack
Mid-Atlantic Spotlight: Predictions for five top unsigned prospects

Mid-Atlantic Spotlight: Predictions for five top unsigned prospects

Five Rivals250 prospects are still, including Rick Sandidge, are still on the block in the Mid-Atlantic.

 • Adam Friedman
Best Available: A look at the top unsigned defensive linemen

Best Available: A look at the top unsigned defensive linemen

There's still some talent to be had for programs hoping to improve along the defensive line.

 • Woody Wommack
Three-Point Stance: Rivals100 predictions, SEC superlatives

Three-Point Stance: Rivals100 predictions, SEC superlatives

Predictions on the remaining unsigned Rivals100 prospects; SEC early signing period superlatives; an idea for the NCAA.

 • Mike Farrell
Snapshot: How things stand with unsigned Rivals100 prospects

Snapshot: How things stand with unsigned Rivals100 prospects

Five-star Amon-Ra St. Brown is one of 32 Rivals100 prospects that are unsigned heading into the late signing period.

 • Woody Wommack
Take Two: Where will DT Rick Sandidge choose?

Take Two: Where will DT Rick Sandidge choose?

Is Rick Sandidge a South Carolina lock? Don't count out Georgia. North Carolina and Michigan linger as well.

 • Adam Gorney
Shrine Bowl: Which programs will land top uncommitted players?

Shrine Bowl: Which programs will land top uncommitted players?

A quick look at three top players at the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas and which school might land them.

 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Shrine Bowl: Prospects make recruiting predictions

Shrine Bowl: Prospects make recruiting predictions

Prospects at the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas offer recruiting predictions about the game's top stars.

 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge has his official visits & commitment scheduled

Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge has his official visits & commitment scheduled

Rivals100 defensive tackle Rick Sandidge has the remainder of his recruitment mapped out.

 • Adam Friedman
Shrine Bowl: Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge sets Michigan official visit

Shrine Bowl: Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge sets Michigan official visit

Michigan is making a run at one of the nation's top defensive linemen.

 • Woody Wommack
Shrine Bowl: Kendrick, defensive linemen shine on Day 2

Shrine Bowl: Kendrick, defensive linemen shine on Day 2

Rivals100 WR and Clemson commit Derion Kendrick was one of the standouts Tuesday at the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas.

 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Carolinas Shrine Bowl: Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge commitment getting closer

Carolinas Shrine Bowl: Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge commitment getting closer

Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge has taken his time with his recruitment but he will be taking his official

 • Adam Friedman
Rick Sandidge, the nation's No. 2 defensive tackle, recaps Georgia visit

Rick Sandidge, the nation's No. 2 defensive tackle, recaps Georgia visit

The No. 32 player in the nation is going to have a hard time turning down Georgia when he makes his decision.

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 • Radi Nabulsi
Mid-Atlantic Spotlight: Latest on top uncommitted players

Mid-Atlantic Spotlight: Latest on top uncommitted players

Several elite prospects in the Mid-Atlantic Region remain a mystery.

 • Adam Friedman
Big Ten spotlight: Top position needs as NSD approaches

Big Ten spotlight: Top position needs as NSD approaches

The Buckeyes still need to address the OT position as National Signing Day nears. How do things stand in the Big Ten?

 • Josh Helmholdt
One official and unofficial visit locked in for Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge

One official and unofficial visit locked in for Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge

Rivals100 DL Rick Sandidge has one official and unofficial visit locked in and three more official visits in the works.

 • Adam Friedman
Sandidge undeterred by loss

Sandidge undeterred by loss

One of South Carolina's top remaining 2018 targets had another strong trip to Columbia this weekend.

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 • Chris Clark
Sandidge Talks UNC Visit

Sandidge Talks UNC Visit

4-Star DT Rick Sandidge discusses his visit to UNC this past weekend and what's ahead in his recruitment.

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 • Deana King & Andrew Jones
Mid-Atlantic battles: Five two-team battles to watch

Mid-Atlantic battles: Five two-team battles to watch

There is a two-team fight going on over five-star defensive end Micah Parsons.

 • Adam Friedman
ACC spotlight: Inside the recruiting numbers

ACC spotlight: Inside the recruiting numbers

Miami is on track for its first top-five class since 2008; FSU is playing with fire at QB; ACC pulling its weight.

 • Rob Cassidy and Adam Friedman
Sandidge talks upcoming visits, recruiting process

Sandidge talks upcoming visits, recruiting process

When will DT Rick Sandidge see the Gamecocks again? What's the latest on his process?

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 • Chris Clark
Updated 2018 position rankings: Tracking the changes

Updated 2018 position rankings: Tracking the changes

The post-summer update of the Rivals.com position rankings features several new No. 1s at their respective positions.

 • Josh Helmholdt
Mid-Atlantic spotlight: Five prospects in the headlines

Mid-Atlantic spotlight: Five prospects in the headlines

Some of the best prospects in the Mid-Atlantic remain uncommitted, setting up for what should be a wild recruiting ride.

 • Adam Friedman
Rick Sandidge narrows to seven, including VT

Rick Sandidge narrows to seven, including VT

Concord (N.C.) four-star defensive tackle Rick Sandidge is down to seven suitors, and Virginia Tech remains in the hunt.

 • Tim Sullivan
Sandidge's feelings for USC stronger

Sandidge's feelings for USC stronger

Priority DT target Rick Sandidge goes in-depth on his weekend visit to Columbia.

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 • Chris Clark
Sandidge has ties to Southern California

Sandidge has ties to Southern California

Rick Sandidge is often linked to South Carolina because of his mother. But she also has deep ties in Inglewood, Calif.

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 • Chris Swanson
Rick Sandidge Talks Michigan And Other Visits, Confusion About Decision

Rick Sandidge Talks Michigan And Other Visits, Confusion About Decision

Defensive tackle Rick Sandidge is wide open and having trouble with the decision making process.

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 • Brandon Brown
4-star DT: I like Miami

4-star DT: I like Miami

This out of state DT says he retains a serious interest in Miami. Find out what he's saying about the Canes and more.

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 • Matt Shodell
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge Stock Report: Defensive line

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge Stock Report: Defensive line

Dennis Briggs bumped his stock up with a strong performance in Indy. Who else impressed along the defensive line?

 • Staff
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Mid-Atlantic predictions

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Mid-Atlantic predictions

Where will the top Mid-Atlantic prospects at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge end up?

 • Mike Farrell
Top Target Rick Sandidge Recaps Michigan Visit, Talks U-M Coaches

Top Target Rick Sandidge Recaps Michigan Visit, Talks U-M Coaches

Four-star defensive tackle Rick Sandidge is one of Michigan's top overall targets and things are in a great spot.

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 • Brandon Brown
Rivals Roundtable: Recapping Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

Rivals Roundtable: Recapping Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

The Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge is over but there is still plenty to discuss after seeing more than 100 top prospects.

 • Rivals.com
Georgia has 'a high chance' of landing nation's No. 4 defensive tackle

Georgia has 'a high chance' of landing nation's No. 4 defensive tackle

Relationships are key in recruiting, and the closeness that Rick Sandidge feels to a Bulldogs staffer is a major factor.

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 • Jake Reuse
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Mid-Atlantic spotlight

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Mid-Atlantic spotlight

Expectations for NC State QB commit Devin Leary may need to be tempered and more Mid-Atlantic notes from Indianapolis.

 • Woody Wommack
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Top linemen

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Top linemen

Several of the nation's top offensive and defensive linemen impressed at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.

 • Nick Krueger
Three-Point Stance: Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge scoop and insights

Three-Point Stance: Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge scoop and insights

Evaluating the 34 R100 players who went to Indy, plus recruiting predictions and more impressions from the event.

 • Mike Farrell
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: The Farrell Awards

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: The Farrell Awards

Mike Farrell hands out the hardware to the best of the best from the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.

 • Mike Farrell
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Shocking storylines

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge: Shocking storylines

There were several surprising recruiting developments involving top prospects at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.

 • Rob Cassidy
Mind of Mike: Morning thoughts from Five-Star Challenge

Mind of Mike: Morning thoughts from Five-Star Challenge

Rivals.com's Mike Farrell weighs in with his takeaways from the morning session of the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.

 • Mike Farrell
CaneSport TV at 5-Star Challenge: Sandidge taking his time

CaneSport TV at 5-Star Challenge: Sandidge taking his time

Rick Sandidge talks about his recruitment and the Canes in this CaneSport TV interview.

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 • Gary Ferman
LIVE FROM INDY: Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge Media Day

LIVE FROM INDY: Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge Media Day

The Rivals team is live in Indianapolis talking to all the prospects arriving at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge.

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 • Staff
Five ACC teams most interested in Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

Five ACC teams most interested in Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

Virginia Tech and UNC will both be keeping close tabs on what four-star Rick Sandidge says and how he plays.

 • Adam Friedman, Rob Cassidy
Five Big Ten teams most interested in Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

Five Big Ten teams most interested in Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

Penn State, Ohio State will be keeping a close eye on the event in Indianapolis.

 • Josh Helmholdt
Mid-Atlantic spotlight: Five with something to prove a Five-Star Challenge

Mid-Atlantic spotlight: Five with something to prove a Five-Star Challenge

Penn State commit Nana Asiedu will get to see how he stacks up against the nation's best in Indianapolis.

 • Adam Friedman
Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge presented by adidas roster

Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge presented by adidas roster

The Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge presented by adidas will be held June 9-10 in Indianapolis. Here is the latest roster.

 • Rivals.com
Updated 2018 Rivals100: Three five-stars join the mix; Lawrence stays No. 1

Updated 2018 Rivals100: Three five-stars join the mix; Lawrence stays No. 1

Rivals.com analysts break down the new five-stars and biggest movers in the latest Rivals100 for 2018.

 • Mike Farrell
DT has UM in top group, excited for Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

DT has UM in top group, excited for Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge

This 4-star DT updates the latest with the Canes and his recruitment.

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 • Gary Ferman
All-Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Series: Defensive linemen

All-Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Series: Defensive linemen

The Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Series has concluded all of its regional stops. Here are the best defensive linemen.

 • Chad Simmons
Rick Sandidge continues to build relationship with NC State coaches

Rick Sandidge continues to build relationship with NC State coaches

CORNELIUS, N.C. — Concord (N.C.) High junior defensive lineman Rick Sandidge continues to list NC State.

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 • Jacey Zembal
Four-Star Rick Sandidge Impressed With Michigan Football

Four-Star Rick Sandidge Impressed With Michigan Football

CORNELIUS, N.C. — Concord (N.C.) High junior defensive lineman Rick Sandidge knew Michigan would be firmly in the mix.

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 • Jacey Zembal
4-Star DT Sandidge Still In Fact Finding Mission

4-Star DT Sandidge Still In Fact Finding Mission

4-Star DT Rick Sandidge isn't in any hurry to make his college decision, as he's still learning about the schools.

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 • Andrew Jones
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Which programs had the most buzz?

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Which programs had the most buzz?

A pair of ACC programs and a Big Ten power received plenty of good news at the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte.

 • Adam Friedman
Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge reunites with Tray Scott

Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge reunites with Tray Scott

Get the latest on Rivals100 defensive tackle Rick Sandidge and his recent visit to Georgia.

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 • Dan McDonald
RCS Charlotte Video: One-on-One Drills

RCS Charlotte Video: One-on-One Drills

CHARLOTTE - Check out the top performers in action during one-on-one drills from the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp.

 • Rivals.com
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Recruits give commit predictions

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Recruits give commit predictions

Where will K.J. Henry end up? His peers at the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte weigh in with their predictions.

 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Top defensive performers

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Top defensive performers

A quartet of Rivals100 prospects headlined the top defensive players at the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte.

 • Adam Friedman, Chad Simmons and Woody Wommack
Michigan Still In The Mix With Rick Sandidge

Michigan Still In The Mix With Rick Sandidge

Sandidge recently updated his recruitment during the Charlotte installment of the Rivals Camp Series.

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 • Brandon Brown
Camp Chatter: What players were saying at Rivals 3 Stripe Charlotte

Camp Chatter: What players were saying at Rivals 3 Stripe Charlotte

See how the top prospects at the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte evaluated their peers.

 • Adam Friedman, Chad Simmons, Woody Wommack
Rivals100 DT feels needed in Columbia

Rivals100 DT feels needed in Columbia

A frequently discussed Gamecock DT target gives the latest on his recruitment and USC in this update.

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 • Chris Clark
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Recruiting news and notes

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Recruiting news and notes

See the latest recruiting news and notes from the Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte.

 • Adam Friedman, Chad Simmons, Woody Wommack
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Awards

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Awards

The Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte produced a number of award winners and MVPs. See the camp standouts and honorees.

 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Five prospects to watch

Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Five prospects to watch

Here are five of the prospects to watch at Sunday's Rivals 3 Stripe camp in Charlotte.

 • Adam Friedman and Chad Simmons
After visit, Florida has secured a spot in four-star's top ten

After visit, Florida has secured a spot in four-star's top ten

Rivals100 defensive tackle Rick Sandidge talks about his time visiting Florida and talking with Chris Rumph

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 • Mark Wheeler
4-Star DT liked compact and beautiful Miami campus on Friday visit

4-Star DT liked compact and beautiful Miami campus on Friday visit

4 star DT Rick Sandidge visited Miami Friday. And that only complicated the college decision he will eventually make.

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 • Gary Ferman
Several notable recruiting streaks could come to an end in 2018

Several notable recruiting streaks could come to an end in 2018

Florida State has signed an out-of-state five-star three years in a row. Will the Seminoles extend their streak in 2018?

 • Woody Wommack
Out of state DT to visit next month

Out of state DT to visit next month

UM will have a chance to make a strong impression on this lineman next month when he's on campus.

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 • Matt Shodell
Junior Rick Sandidge is a top defensive line prospect

Junior Rick Sandidge is a top defensive line prospect

Concord (N.C.) High junior defensive lineman Rick Sandidge has the who’s who of college football on his list.

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 • Jacey Zembal
Best Guesses on Filling Florida's Top 10 Recruiting Needs I

Best Guesses on Filling Florida's Top 10 Recruiting Needs I

Here is an in-depth rundown of the Florida Gators 10 biggest remaining recruiting needs that have to be filled.

 • Blake Alderman
USC Five-Star Target Tracker

USC Five-Star Target Tracker

USC's 2018 class currently has two different five-star prospects in it. How many more five-stars can the Trojans sign?

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 • Chris Swanson
Updated Junior Day Visitor's List

Updated Junior Day Visitor's List

4-star WR Dyami Brown is one of many top-notch prospects expected at UNC's Junior Day this weekend.

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 • THI Staff
USC out-of-state targets to know

USC out-of-state targets to know

Our staff lists recruits in the 2018 class located outside of California that every USC fan should know.

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 • TrojanSports.com
Where will the Mid-Atlantic's best commit in 2018?

Where will the Mid-Atlantic's best commit in 2018?

The reigning CFP National Champions could be in position to land 2018 five-star prospects from the Mid-Atlantic region.

 • Adam Friedman
2018 Rivals100 prospects considering USC

2018 Rivals100 prospects considering USC

TrojanSports.com provides an in-depth look at all the Rivals100 prospects considering USC.

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 • Staff
Nation's 2018 No. 3 DT lands Cane offer

Nation's 2018 No. 3 DT lands Cane offer

This 2018 DT landed a Cane offer yesterday, so what's he saying about UM and his recruitment? Read on.

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 • Gary Ferman
Michigan Looks To Be Involved With Rick Sandidge For A While

Michigan Looks To Be Involved With Rick Sandidge For A While

Four-star DT Rick Sandidge picked up his Michigan offer back in May and plans to keep U-M around for a while.

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 • Brandon Brown
Future 50 media day: Latest recruiting news for 2018-19

Future 50 media day: Latest recruiting news for 2018-19

We have live updates from the third Under Armour All-America practice as well as updates from Future 50 registration.

 • Staff
Short list coming from 2018 Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge

Short list coming from 2018 Rivals100 DT Rick Sandidge

There are a lot of schools involved in defensive tackle Rick Sandidge’s recruitment. The 2018 Rivals250 prospect from

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 • Adam Friedman
Class of 2018 Rivals100: Seven  new five-stars, movement in top 10

Class of 2018 Rivals100: Seven new five-stars, movement in top 10

The latest Rivals100 Presented By Under Armour for 2018 has been released and there are some major changes.

 • Mike Farrell
Two on top for nation's No. 2 DT

Two on top for nation's No. 2 DT

Concord (N.C.) class of 2018 four-star defensive tackle Rick Sandidge has been a mainstay on the South Carolina campus.

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 • Wes Mitchell
4-Star DT Looking Forward To Official Visit

4-Star DT Looking Forward To Official Visit

4-Star 2018 DT Rick Sandidge "most definitely" will make an official visit to UNC this fall.

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 • Andrew Jones
Rivals Recap: UNC Freak Show

Rivals Recap: UNC Freak Show

Many of the top prospects in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast were at UNC on Saturday for the Freak Show.

 • Adam Friedman
Notebook: Spring tour of N.C.

Notebook: Spring tour of N.C.

Get the latest recruiting news from N.C. after Adam Friedman's 43-high school tour of the state.

 • Adam Friedman
Class of 2018 Rivals100 - Charlotte Edition

Class of 2018 Rivals100 - Charlotte Edition

Rivals just recently released their Class of 2018 Initial Rivals100 list and a few prospects that hold Charlotte offers

 • Patrick O'Brien