Big movers in new 2016 Rivals250
The spring evaluation period including the regional Rivals Camp Series Presented by Under Armour is in the books, and there have been significant changes up and down the Rivals100 and Rivals250 rankings.
On Monday, Rivals.com released the latest rankings of the top 100, which included a new No. 1 player in Wake Forest, N.C., defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. Here is the revamped Rivals250 with a tremendous amount of players moving up, down and all around.
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"Wallace has great size and during the spring he was a big-time standout in a few different settings. He was more than capable of handling responsibilities at cornerback and he has the size of a linebacker. He showed tremendous versatility during the spring and made the jump up from 5.8 to 5.9 four-star."
- Jason Howell, Rivals.com Mid-South Recruiting Analyst
SDE
Fort Wayne (Ind.) Wayne
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111
202
+91
"It was about this time a year ago when Robertson made the switch from tight end to defensive end. The transition was initially slow, but the 6-foot-5, 250-pounder has really come on this off-season. Physically he is a special prospect, and now he is learning how to use his physical gifts to dominate."
- Josh Helmholdt, Rivals.com Midwest Recruiting Analyst
CB
Pittsburg, Calif.
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112
181
+69
"Parker is an aggressive, in-your-face cornerback who pesters and bothers, and makes it tough for receivers to do anything in their routes. He's physical and compact so receivers can't outmuscle him and he's also fluid in his motions. When the ball is in the air, Parker is aggressive and goes after the ball with a vengeance."
- Adam Gorney, Rivals.com West Recruiting Analyst
RB
Morganton (N.C.) Freedom
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116
176
+60
"Emmons is a big back with great speed and his film is fantastic. At the Rivals Camp Series event in Charlotte, Emmons was one of the biggest backs there but, with little fat on him and a great burst, he was one of the best. His ability to catch the ball in the open field and pull away from defenders was very impressive for his size."
- Adam Friedman, Rivals.com Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Analyst
WR
Gaithersburg (Md.) The Avalon School
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120
194
+74
"Diggs, the younger brother of the former Maryland standout Stephen Diggs, has been on the scene for a while and is the engine that makes his high school team go. At the Rivals Camp Series stop in Richmond it was finally clear that this technique, footwork and overall playmaking abilities were better than we had originally thought. While it may not look like Diggs is moving fast, his smooth stride and deceptive burst leave defenders guessing."
-- Friedman
ILB
Bakersfield (Calif.) Liberty
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130
NR
NA
"Barnes is listed as an inside linebacker but he could easily move outside as well because of his speed and ability to move and cover ground. The UCLA commit covers up inside receivers well, he's surprisingly physical and there is no question he has a lot of intelligence. Barnes breaks on passes really well, he's athletic enough to make a play on the ball and he has had a tremendous offseason."
- Gorney
WR
Greensboro (N.C.) Page
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132
NR
NA
"Overton doubles as a basketball player and it was easy to tell during our camp in Charlotte. He has fantastic size and is very quick-twitch for a guy that size. As basketball players do, Overton does a great job of catching with his hands and elevating for the ball. There is too much potential there for him to not be ranked in the Rivals250."
- Friedman
CB
Los Angeles (Calif.) Loyola
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133
NR
NA
" The first thing that stands out about Long is his phenomenal athleticism. He's a bouncy, speedy cornerback who can also move to wide receiver and feel completely comfortable. Not only is Long an athletic prospect but he's also physical and makes it hard for receivers to run cleanly through their routes. He uses his hands well and once the ball is in the air, Long has the speed to step in front of the receiver to make a play."
- Gorney
APB
Lancaster (Calif.) Paraclete
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134
220
+86
"Stovall has had a tremendous offseason and because of that really warranted a jump in the rankings. He's a small slot receiver or running back, there's no getting around it, but he's compact and chiseled with muscle so he's not going to get pushed around. He can hide behind an offensive line and then scoot for yards. Or, in open space, it's tough for linebackers to stay with him because he's so fast and so tough to jam at the line. Plus he catches everything."
- Gorney
OLB
Oakland (Calif.) Bishop O'Dowd
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140
190
+50
"Eifler does not participate in many events but we received tremendous reports about him from a camp in Northern California. After reviewing his film, it's plain to see he moves incredibly well and packs a real punch when he's tackling offensive players. His ability to run, move laterally and track down players really made an impression."
- Gorney
WDE
Gahanna (Ohio) Lincoln
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148
NR
NA
"The question with Cooper has always been that, at 6-foot-3 and 223 pounds, he is undersized for the position. The Ohio State commit has continued to prove that his size is not a limitation. He showed at the Rivals Camp Series event in Atlanta that his explosiveness and athleticism are difficult for even the best offensive linemen to handle."
- Helmholdt
OT
Lexington (Ky.) Lafayette
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149
NR
NA
"Sometimes it takes a little more time for players from the state of Kentucky to emerge and Young is no exception. After having a chance to see him at the St. Louis Rivals Camp Series, it was clear that Young was underrated. With a terrific frame and little-to-no bad weight to go with strength and flexibility, he looks the part of a player who could be a star in college and beyond."
- Woody Wommack, Rivals.com Southeast Recruiting Analyst
SDE
Wichita (Kan.) Wichita East
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150
NR
NA
"Kelly makes a big jump in this update, and it is deserved after we finally got a chance to see the Wichita native in-person. Measuring 6-foot-4 and 241 pounds at the St. Louis Rivals Camp, Kelly has a great build for a rush end and rare athleticism. We also liked that he was a quick study, going to school on his opponents and adapting his play as necessary."
-- Helmholdt
ILB
Chesapeake (Va.) Indian River
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153
NR
NA
"Yulee is an absolute beast in the middle of the field and knows how to hit, but the big thing with him has always been his weight. He showed up to the Rivals Camp Series in Richmond at about 235 pounds and if he can stay in that area he will be fast enough to be considered one of the elite linebackers in the country."
- Friedman
WR
Deerfield Beach, Fla.
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155
NR
NA
"Ridley has been solid on the summer circuit and had shown some notable explosiveness. He's added muscle and is becoming a more complete receiver."
- Cassidy
ILB
Ellenwood (Ga.) Cedar Grove
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157
NR
NA
"Mbem-Bosse had one of the best springs in the Southeast, garnering offers from some of the nation's top programs while also shining at major camp events. At 6-foot-2 and 230 pounds, Mbem-Bosse has terrific size and is athletic enough to move and cover in space. His versatility makes him a wanted man and helped him vault up the rankings this go-round."
- Wommack
DT
Americus (Ga.) Americus Sumter
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159
NR
NA
"Despite being committed to Georgia, Clark doesn't quite get the hype of some of the other defensive line prospects in the Southeast. But when he had a chance to compete side-by-side with several of them, he showed that he can more than hold his own. He has a great motor and is very strong, making him a perfect fit for the interior defensive line."
- Wommack
SDE
Houston (Texas) MacArthur
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162
218
+56
"Chambers' first step was one of the quickest at the Dallas Rivals Camp Series, which featured several top defensive linemen. He showed a well-rounded game, and he has a great motor and measurables to go along with it."
- Howell
CB
Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech
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167
NR
NA
"The Cleveland Rivals Camp Series defensive back MVP, Hill has had a full off-season of outstanding performances. At 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds he is not the biggest player at the position, but he is one of the most polished and no wide receivers have shown the ability to consistently shake his coverage. Hill has also seen his offer totals rise this spring, despite being committed to Penn State."
- Helmholdt
SDE
Asheboro, N.C.
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168
NR
NA
"Not many schools have gotten on Coe's bandwagon just yet but there is no doubt he is one of the top defensive ends in this class. A champion wrestler, Coe knows how to play with leverage and use his hands very well. His athleticism is top-notch and as his technique gets refined he could turn into a major difference maker early in his college career."
- Friedman
WR
Greenville (N.C.) Rose
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178
NR
NA
"Powell is a load for defensive backs to handle. He is very strong and gets off the line of scrimmage very quickly. Powell has a powerful stride and does a good job of catching with his hands. Jump balls are easy for Powell to haul in over most defensive backs."
- Friedman
S
Gardena (Calif.) Serra
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183
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NA
"Pollard has really stepped his game up this off-season and he looks much more comfortable as a defensive back. No longer is he thinking about what he should be doing, the four-star is just reacting to what's happening on the field and he makes plays. Safety is probably his long-term position but he's fluid and rangy enough that he's shown to be a quality cover corner as well."
- Gorney
OT
Fredericksburg (Va.) Stafford Senior
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185
NR
NA
"Early on there was little doubt that Ball was a four-star prospect but after his performance at the Richmond Rivals Camp it was not hard to tell that he was still underrated. His athleticism, aggressiveness and technique demand a higher ranking. At the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge, look for Ball to prove that he is one of the elite offensive tackles in the country."
- Friedman
PQB
Huber Heights (Ohio) Wayne
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198
232
+34
"Although arm strength is the attribute that usually attracts the most attention with young quarterbacks, it does not always translate into college success. Field vision, clean mechanics, leadership qualities and the ability to turn your game up when it matters most translates more directly, and deWeaver has those attributes even if he doesn't have the biggest arm around."
-- Helmholdt
DQB
Independence (Mo.) Ft. Osage
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199
NR
NA
"Watching Thompson throw the football makes playing the quarterback position look easy. His motion is so natural, so perfectly simple and easily repeatable. Thompson has refined the basic mechanics of throwing the football to near perfection and he is a high upside player with little downside to his game."
- Helmholdt
PQB
Palmetto, Fla.
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200
NR
NA
"Allison had a solid camp circuit and was pretty consistently impressive throughout. His footwork has developed significantly over the past year and he has the arm strength to back it up. Alison's delivery is a bit inconsistent, but he has ideal size and a knack for finding the open target."
- Cassidy
DQB
Houston (Texas) Westfield
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209
NR
NA
"Sterling-Cole has been one of the fastest-rising 2016 quarterbacks in the country after closing the 2014 season strong and continuing with a very strong spring. The dual-threat quarterback has good size and made some great throws into a stiff wind at the Houston Speed and Skill Challenge. He has the ability to make throws of all distances and is comfortable deciphering coverage."
- Howell
OT
Bogart (Ga.) Prince Avenue Christian
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211
NR
NA
"Kraeling is a perfect example of a guy who gets overlooked because he shies away from the spotlight, but there's no doubting his talent as an offensive lineman. At 6-foot-8 and with incredible athleticism, he has the look of a future bookend tackle. He spurned SEC schools to commit to Duke and the Blue Devils landed an elite talent."
- Wommack
DQB
Allen, Texas
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222
NR
NA
"Green has had a very solid spring. He is new to Texas since moving in from Minnesota, but he has made some quick adjustments. He showed improved polish at the Dallas Rivals Camp Series and he already has a strong arm. His improved accuracy and consistency helped push him up the list."
- Howell
TE
Charlotte (N.C.) Victory Christian
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224
NR
NA
"Moss, son of NFL great Randy Moss, is a fantastic athletic prospect that can project to a number of different positions on the field. He will likely play tight end and, at his size, there isn't much he can't do. Moss is able to run like a 220-pound tight end and blocks like a 260-pound tight end."
- Friedman
RB
Little Rock (Ark.) Little Rock Christian
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228
NR
NA
"Crockett has an impressive blend of size, speed and versatility, and he had a very impressive showing in the spring. His footwork is one thing that really caught attention as did his ability to change direction. He also showed strong hands and the ability to be a versatile threat out of the backfield."
- Howell
APB
Durham (N.C.) Southern Durham
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230
NR
NA
"Brown did a great job at the Charlotte Rivals Camp. There weren't many linebackers that could cover him in space and his explosiveness helps him get away from defenders out of his breaks. Brown is a very reliable receiver and runs good routes."
- Friedman
ATH
Kingwood, Texas
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233
NR
NA
"Olonilua definitely looks the part and he is tremendous athlete. Those things are known. This spring he showed improved lateral quickness and the ability to change direction. He is more than capable of staying with smaller opponents and he continues to push himself and stretch his comfort zone."
- Howell
WR
Houston (Texas) Westfield
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235
NR
NA
"Cleveland has been just outside the Rivals250 the last few updates, but his performance during the spring made it easy to elevate him. He was not guardable during one-on-ones at the Houston Speed and Skill Challenge and he did a great job of running crisp routes and adjusting to the ball."
- Howell
WR
Chesapeake (Va.) Grassfield
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236
NR
NA
"One day we might see Holloway in the Olympics but for now he plans on playing football and participating in track and field at the college level. As a receiver Holloway has fantastic explosiveness and great leaping abilities. At the Richmond Rivals Camp he won the MVP award after snagging a few impressive catches when leaping over the middle of the field and beating some of the better defensive backs."
-- Friedman
S
Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech
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238
NR
NA
"Vance started out his recruiting process as a wide receiver prospect, but after shining at the safety position during his junior season he has fully transitioned to the defensive side of the ball. The 6-foot-3, 196-pound Michigan State commit is a naturally fluid mover on the football field with a nose for the football and the size to be an asset in run support."
- Helmholdt
CB
St. Louis (Mo.) Chaminade
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239
NR
NA
"Campbell won the St. Louis Rivals Camp Series defensive back MVP award in a tight battle within a deep position group. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound cornerback has long arms and plays with great length at the position. He shows an outstanding break on the football and great change of direction."
-- Helmholdt
OC
Versailles (Ky.) Woodford County
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244
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NA
"Jackson is known for his toughness, a trait that will help as he battles bigger offensive linemen from his center position in the future. He showed very good technique when we saw him at the Rivals Camp in St. Louis and will have a chance to cement his spot in the 250 if he can excel against the best of the best at the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge in Baltimore."
- Wommack
SDE
Murray, Utah
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246
NR
NA
"Tupai pops out on his junior highlight tape thanks to a bevy of big hits, as he's seen leveling opponents with violent aggression. The physical pass rusher had a couple impressive reps at the Rivals Camp Series stop in Las Vegas, overpowering an offensive tackle with a speed move to get in the backfield. Tupai stays low through blocks and fights off contact with his strong hands. Though he's still a bit raw as an edge rusher, Tupai has the tools - and especially the motor - to be a major contributor at the next level."
-- Blair Angulo, Rivals.com West Recruiting Analyst
WR
Citra (Fla.) North Marion
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247
NR
NA
"Swain slid into the Rivals250 by proving that he catches anything thrown in his direction. He has decent length and better-than-average speed, but his hands are what tie the package together. Swain is a well-rounded receiver that flashes enough versatility to keep defenders on their heels."
- Cassidy
WR
Palmyra, N.J.
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248
NR
NA
"Harmon was unstoppable at the New Jersey Rivals Camp and has performed that well at nearly all of the events he has participated in this off-season. He has a great frame and uses that to his advantage when going against smaller defensive backs. Harmon has the speed and agility to fake out opponents and does not drop many balls."
- Friedman
OLB
Washington (D.C.) St. John's College High
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249
NR
NA
"Hansford is a very long linebacker with great speed. He did very well in coverage at the Rivals Camp in Richmond using his athleticism and ball skills. There is plenty of room for him to fill out his frame at the college level and expect him to do so while still being able to rush the passer and play well in coverage."
- Friedman
SLIDERS
OT
Lawrenceville (Ga.) Archer
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117
56
-61
"Price still has a very high ceiling and he showed flashes of his potential at the Rivals Camp in Atlanta, but he also struggled at times. He continues to add weight and his new bulk may have impacted his ability to move and keep up with more athletic defensive ends. After having a chance to see most of the top tackles in the country, Price just wasn't on the same level as some of the absolute top talents at the position."
- Wommack
WR
Plantation (Fla.) American Heritage
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123
24
-99
"Snelson is still a threat on a number of different routes but he isn't the constant home run threat into which he was expected to develop. He is solidly built and difficult to jam at the line of scrimmage."
- Cassidy
WR
San Jose (Calif.) Valley Christian
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139
62
-77
"Johnson did not participate in many big-time camps or 7on7 tournaments this spring - and that's honestly the issue and reasons for readjusting his ranking. He continues to deal with nagging injuries and many other wide receivers stepped up their games in a big way this off-season, and passed him in the position rankings. Johnson is still very talented and he has great size but he needs to work through those injuries to move up the list again."
- Gorney
DT
Euless (Texas) Trinity
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160
70
-90
"Daniels brings a lot to the table. He's a guy who can play up and down the defensive line and he is a physical specimen at 6-foot-3 and 300 pounds. However, he tends to get a little high and he needs to work his hands better. As his technique improves he could make some big strides up the rankings."
- Howell
CB
Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy
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169
76
-93
"Ladler has been a star on the recruiting scene since his freshman year, but players in his class are starting to close the gap on him when it comes to talent. While he's still among the top defensive backs nationwide, after seeing the country's best in the spring, it's clear Ladler has some work to do before he gets back in the Rivals100 discussion."
- Wommack
CB
Phenix City (Ala.) Central
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182
151
-31
"Broussard is a solid four-star project and wasn't bad on the summer camp circuit by any stretch. That said, he never looked to be a completely dominant force. He's prone to lapses but incredibly solid in coverage for the most part."
- Cassidy
WR
Camden, N.J.
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206
166
-44
"Hawkins does a lot of things on the field very well and he will be a solid pickup for one team but there isn't a ton of explosiveness to his game. He has a knack for coming up big in big moments but consistently dominating on the field is something he needs to show more consistently."
-- Friedman
OLB
Downey, Calif.
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207
120
-87
"Franklin struggled this spring especially in camp settings. He did not show the speed or physical play necessary to dominate in one-on-one settings even though we know it's really difficult for linebackers in those types of events. Franklin needs to be able to show he can jam running backs or receivers at the line, then stay stride for stride through their routes."
- Gorney
ILB
Houston (Texas) Aldine Davis
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213
164
-49
"McCulloch definitely has some nice size and his wing span allows him to make up ground in a hurry. His lateral quickness and change of direction were exposed a bit though during the camp season so he takes a bit of a slide. That said, he always finishes and he plays with good technique."
-- Howell
APB
Port Arthur (Texas) Memorial
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217
175
-42
"Martin has some quick feet and he has plenty of speed, but he has some work to do in the passing game. He's the kind of guy who has an opportunity to be a big-play threat in space but he needs to get better at running routes and creating separation. He has plenty of tools though."
- Howell
S
Alexandria (Va.) Episcopal
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237
160
-77
"Rene moved from cornerback to safety in this rankings update and that is the main reason he fell in the rankings. He's very physical with wide receivers and did a pretty good job at the Rivals Camp Series in New Jersey, but being so big made it difficult for him to stick with a wide receiver in a one-on-one setting. Expect Rene to have a good career at safety, being an enforcer in the run game but also being a major factor in pass coverage."
- Friedman
APB
Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco
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242
178
-64
"There was some significant and serious disagreement about dropping McGrew especially because he performed brilliantly in his sophomore and junior seasons but his height and size remain an issue when considering his ranking. McGrew has the speed, the skill and the versatility to be special but he is undersized and that could be an issue in the Pac-12."
- Gorney
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National Recruiting Director
Blair Angulo
West Recruiting Analyst
Rob Cassidy
Southeast Recruiting Analyst
Adam Friedman
Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Analyst
Adam Gorney
West Recruiting Analyst
Josh Helmholdt
Midwest Recruiting Analyst
Jason Howell
Mid-South Recruiting Analyst
Woody Wommack
Southeast Recruiting Analyst
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