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| Darian Roseboro |
August 29, 2014: Roseoboro had 20 carries for 97 yards and 2 touchdowns in Lincolnton’s 14-13 win over Belmont (NC) South Point. Lincolnton is now 1-1.
August 22, 2014: Lincolnton lost to Denver (NC) North Lincoln by a score of 26-13. Lincolnton is 0-1.
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| Huber Heights (OH) Wayne safety Tyree Kinnel |
September 12, 2014: Wayne beat West Chester (OH) Lakota West by a score of 34-29. Kinnel made 7 tackles, scored 2 rushing touchdowns, and had a 60-yard kickoff return in the victory. Wayne is now 3-0.
September 5, 2014: Wayne beat Oakridge from Ontario by a score of 69-0. Wayne is now 2-0.
August 29, 2014: Kinnel had 6 tackles and 1 punt return for 30 yards in Huber Heights (OH) Wayne’s 40-0 win over Lincoln (OH) Lincoln. Wayne is 1-0.
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| Darian Roseboro |
COMMITMENT
Lincolnton (NC) Lincolnton defensive end Darian Roseboro committed to Michigan (LINK).
ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2016
Towson (MD) St. Frances Academy defensive end Rahshaun Smith was offered by Michigan. He’s a 6’3″, 225 lb. prospect with offers from Clemson, Florida, Florida State, Maryland, Ohio State, Oklahoma, and Virginia Tech, among others. He’s a 247 Composite 4-star, the #3 weakside end, and #50 overall. Smith has excellent get-off, long arms, and good change of direction, but he’s raw and needs to learn to play with leverage and using his hands. He appears to be wide open, has visited several schools, and could end up anywhere.
OFF THE BOARD
Memphis (TN) Whitehaven linebacker Joshua McMillon committed to Alabama. He was down to Michigan and the Crimson Tide, but when he decided not to visit for the late July BBQ at the Big House, the writing was on the wall.
MISCELLANEOUS
Richmond (VA) St. Christopher’s cornerback Garrett Taylor tore his ACL in pre-season practice, so he will miss the 2014 season. Taylor, in case you didn’t know, is a 2015 Michigan commit. With the way ACL recoveries go, he should be ready to play by his freshman year in college.
Here’s a list of visitors for the Appalachian State game (LINK).
The recruit tracker tag (LINK) has updates on Michigan commits’ high school seasons, including Alex Malzone and Darrin Kirkland, Jr.
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| Darian Roseboro (image via Gaston Gazette) |
Lincolnton (NC) Lincolnton defensive end Darian Roseboro committed to Michigan on Friday. He chose the Wolverines over offers from Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, North Carolina State, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and numerous others.
Roseboro stands 6’4″, 283 lbs. and claims a 4.64 forty. As a junior in 2013, he made 125 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, and 7 pass breakups. When he was a sophomore, he had 110 tackles, 32 tackles for loss, 9 sacks, 4 pass breakups, and 4 fumble recoveries. As a freshman, he had 107 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, and 7 sacks.
RATINGS
ESPN: 4-star, 82 grade, #20 defensive tackle, #165 overall
Rivals: 4-star, #6 defensive tackle, #42 overall
Scout: 4-star, #14 defensive tackle, #151 overall
247 Sports: 4-star, 93 grade, #6 strongside end, #157 overall
Roseboro was offered in May of 2013, and he had been a recruiting priority for the Wolverines from that time onward. He visited Michigan in March and then again in July for the BBQ at the Big House. His final selection came down to Michigan and the North Carolina State Wolfpack, a team that had the hometown advantage (NC State is roughly 3 hours from Lincolnton, whereas UNC is over 4 hours). Now he plans to enroll early at Michigan, beginning in January.
Roseboro has a thick frame with a generous amount of weight in the lower half and a fairly lean upper half. He has a good first step, and he keeps his pad level low when coming out of his stance. He uses his hands consistently to shed blockers and does a good job of finding the ball. He also appears to be a high-motor player who can chase and make hustle plays. Lincolnton uses him as one of their backs in the wishbone, so he has some decent agility but is not what you would call a dynamic runner.
Depending on what position Roseboro plays, quickness may be an issue. He lacks the speed to consistently be an edge rusher. Furthermore, he needs to improve his hand placement and pass rush moves, fundamentals that are a little loose at this juncture.
Overall, I believe Roseboro has a high ceiling as a defensive tackle/strongside end tweener. He doesn’t have a lot of body fat, which makes me think that he will grow into a defensive tackle once he adds muscle in a college strength and conditioning program. To play defensive end, I believe Michigan would have to move back to a 4-3 Under defense where he could play the 5-tech; whether Michigan wants to permanently stick with the 4-3 Over remains to be seen. Regardless, Roseboro can find a home in either iteration, so it’s not a huge concern. He reminds me a little bit of Glen Steele, a guy who can make plays off the edge with his motor or make a move inside with his strength.
Roseboro is Michigan’s eleventh commitment in the class of 2015 and the first from North Carolina since Channing Stribling in 2013. Michigan technically only has about eleven spots in the class, but that number always increases. Meanwhile, Michigan is a little short on rush ends, so they will continue to recruit players like California’s Keisean Lucier-South. I do not believe any more defensive tackles or strongside end types are necessary.
TTB Rating: 82 (ratings explanation)
Here are some highlights from a game this year:
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| Detroit (MI) Cass Tech cornerback Lavert Hill |
2015
Brian Cole – WR – Saginaw (MI) Heritage: Cole committed to Michigan in late July (LINK).
Wesley French – OG – St. Joseph (MI) St. Joseph: French is a 6’5″, 300 lb. prospect with offers from a handful of MAC schools.
Tyree Jackson – QB – Muskegon (MI) Mona Shores: Jackson is committed to Buffalo (Recruiting Season).
Joeviair Kennedy – WR – Muskegon (MI) Muskegon: Kennedy is a 6’3″, 195 lb. prospect with no offers at this time.
Tyree Kinnel – S – Huber Heights (OH) Wayne: Kinnel committed to Michigan a year ago (LINK).
Mike Weber – RB – Detroit (MI) Cass Tech: Weber committed to Michigan earlier this month (LINK).
Hit the jump for 2016 and 2017 prospects.
2016
Messiah DeWeaver – QB – Trotwood (OH) Trotwood-Madison: DeWeaver committed to Michigan this summer (LINK).
Matt Falcon – RB – Southfield (MI) Southfield: Falcon is a 6’1″, 215 lb. prospect with offers from Cincinnati, North Carolina State, Ohio State, Wake Forest, and a few MAC schools. He’s a 247 Composite 4-star, the #25 running back, #275 overall, and #10 in-state. He was a teammate of Michigan freshman defensive end Lawrence Marshall last year, but Falcon suffered a torn ACL and missed almost the entire season.
Lavert Hill – CB – Detroit (MI) Cass Tech: Hill is a 5’11”, 165 lb. prospect with offers from Miami, Michigan, Ohio State, and Penn State, among others. He’s a 247 Composite 4-star, the #22 cornerback, #230 overall, and #6 in-state. His brother Delano is a sophomore safety for the Wolverines; Delano would probably be starting at strong safety if not for a broken jaw that is keeping him out temporarily.
Joshua Jackson – QB – Saline (MI) Saline: Jackson is the son of Michigan running backs coach Fred Jackson and the brother of former wide receiver Jeremy. Joshua transferred from Ann Arbor (MI) Huron to Saline for his junior year.
Michael Jordan – OT – Plymouth (MI) Plymouth: Jordan is a 6’7″, 278 lb. prospect with offers from Michigan and Ohio State. He’s a 247 Composite 3-star, the #35 offensive tackle, #454 overall, and #15 in-state.
Khalid Kareem – DE – Farmington Hills (MI) Harrison: Kareem is a 6’4″, 225 lb. prospect with no offers at this time. He attends the alma mater of Michigan juniors Devin Funchess and Mario Ojemudia.
Michael Onwenu – DT – Detroit (MI) Cass Tech: Onwenu is a 6’2″, 310 lb. prospect with offers from Miami, Michigan, Ohio State, and others. He’s a 247 Composite 4-star, the #4 offensive guard, #190 overall, and #5 in-state. Michigan is recruiting him as a defensive tackle.
David Reese – LB – Farmington (MI) Farmington: Reese is a 6’1″, 235 lb. prospect with offers from a handful of MAC programs. He’s a 247 Composite 3-star, the #16 inside linebacker, #503 overall, and #17 in-state.
2017
Kahlee “K.J.” Hamler – WR – Orchard Lake (MI) St. Mary’s: Hamler is a 5’8″, 145 lb. prospect with offers from Cincinnati, Michigan State, and Toledo.
Donovan Peoples-Jones – WR – Detroit (MI) Cass Tech: Peoples-Jones is a 6’1″, 170 lb. prospect with offers from Miami and Ohio State. He’s a 247 Sports 4-star, the #2 wide receiver, and #12 overall.
Joshua Ross – LB – Orchard Lake (MI) St. Mary’s: Ross is a 6’1″, 210 lb. prospect with offers from Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, and Oklahoma. He’s a 247 Sports 4-star, the #2 inside linebacker, #51 overall, and #3 in-state. He’s the younger brother of Michigan junior linebacker James Ross III.
