Rivals 3 Stripe Camp Charlotte: Predictions on top recruits
CORNELIUS, N.C. -- A number of the region's best prospects were in attendance for Sunday's Rivals 3 Stripe Camp in Charlotte. While several the camp's participants had already made their college decisions, several top recruits remain undecided.
Here's a look at where elite recruits at the Charlotte camp may be leaning.
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The latest: Henry has a top 10 of Alabama, Charlotte, Clemson, Georgia, Louisville, Ohio State, Penn State, Pittsburgh, South Carolina and Virginia Tech, but a few of them are a cut above the rest. Clemson, Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State and Virginia Tech have a better chance than most to land Henry’s commitment. His most recent visit was to Virginia Tech, but he also took trips to Clemson, Georgia, and Alabama early in the spring. Expect Henry to cut his list down to five later this summer and prepare for official visits in the fall. He also wants to enroll early, so he has a lot to pack into a tight window.
The pick: Clemson. The Tigers are loading up on defensive ends, with five-star Xavier Thomas and Rivals100 standout Justin Mascoll already on board. Alabama and Georgia are doing an excellent job recruiting Henry, but the proximity to home and relationships outside of the football team and staff are very strong right now.
The latest: As previously reported on Rivals, Mitchell has cut his list down to Florida State, Ohio State and LSU. Mitchell’s recent visit to Columbus blew him and his family away. Urban Meyer harped on their plans for Mitchell outside of football, and it helped the Buckeyes move even higher on Mitchell’s list. Florida State will host Mitchell again for the weekend of May 12th, and a commitment is expected toward the end of May or in early June. Mitchell is no stranger to Tallahassee and he has many strong relationships inside and outside of the football team.
The pick: Florida State. This one will be very close, but it’s hard to pick against the team that gets the final visit. Mitchell knows and is close to many people at Ohio State and Florida State, but he just seems to be closer with more people at Florida State.
The latest: A big-time baseball prospect, Adams will have the opportunity to play both football and baseball at each school in his top five. Alabama, LSU, North Carolina, Clemson and Ohio State are Adams’ final five schools. His last visit was to Ohio State for the spring game, and the atmosphere and fan support left a lasting impression. Alabama and Clemson will get at least one more visit from Adams before his commitment, which could come any time between now and October 18th.
The pick: North Carolina. Adams’ father, Deke Adams, is the Tar Heels' defensive line coach, and North Carolina was already a major contender to land his commitment before his dad was hired in January.
The latest: Gregory recently released a top five consisting of Ole Miss, Tennessee, Florida, West Virginia and N.C. State and says he's heading for a decision sometime in the next month or so. That doesn't leave much time for schools to make a move, but it's likely that Gregory takes a few visits even after committing. Schools also continue to offer, with Auburn just joining the mix last week.
The pick: Ole Miss. Gregory visited Oxford during his spring break and raved about the trip. Right now the Rebels appear to be the leader, with Tennessee and N.C. State as the biggest threats.
The latest: Tindall was a late arrival on the recruiting scene but that hasn't stopped him from collected a number offers in a hurry, including South Carolina, Auburn and Georgia. That trio of schools is believed to be the top group for Tindall heading into the summer, when he's expected to take several trips around the Southeast.
The pick: Auburn. The Tigers have quite the fight on their hands with in-state school South Carolina and childhood favorite Georgia also heavily in the mix, but Auburn was first to the party and that long-term loyalty could pay off in a big way.
