Junior day invites for Minnesota as of this evening. Other than Jones, Ragnow, and Stelter who have offers from Minnesota already, it is hard to comment on top recruits. Both Woods and Triplett attended Iowa Junior Day. Hassenauer, Behr, Gordon, and Banham were invited and attended the US Army National Combine. I am guessing FCS offers should be going out shortly following NSD. It should be an interesting class to watch!
Quarterbacks
Reid Travis, 6’8 240, QB, DeLaSalle – Has received offer from Iowa and Boston College. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 10 games, completed 93 of 180 passes for 1435 yards and 15 TDs. Had 86 carries for 512 yards and 10 TDs. In 8 games as a sophomore, completed 107 of 206 passes for 1694 yards and 18 touchdowns.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/562274/#highlights/11714374
Ricardo Johnson III, 6’0 175, QB, Cretin-Derham Hall – Received offer from Hawaii. Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Has taken unofficial visits to Michigan State.
http://youtu.be/W1au4kRo6xQ
Connor Wilkie, 6’5 210, QB, Andover – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Had made unofficial visit to Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All-Metro Second Team. All-Pioneer Press HM. All Conference. In 10 games, completed 136 of 242 (57%) for 2090 yards and 24 TDs.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/475524/#highlights/19912385
Jacques Perra, 6’3 195, QB, Roseville Area – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 10 games, completed 143 of 275 passes for 2018 yards and 13 TDs. Had 85 carries for 275 yards and 6 TDs. 2011 All-Pioneer Press. 2011 All-Conference. In 8 games, completed 115 of 248 passes for 1558 yard and 16 touchdowns. Recorded a 4.43 shuttle and max bench of 260. GPA is 3.85.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLQZObEl7dg
Travon Hearns, 6’4 210, QB/Athlete, Bloomington Kennedy (5A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 9 games, completed 127 of 246 passes for 1649 yards and 13 TDs. In 11 games as a sophomore, had completed 66 of 133 passes for 842 yards and 9 touchdowns.
Carter Kirk, 6’7 220, QB/Athlete, Mountain Lake-Butterfield-Odin (9M) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Conference. In 8 games, had passed for 1050 yards and 15 TDs. Had rushed for 650 yards and 15 TDs. 2011 All Pioneer Press. As a sophomore, passed for 1500 yard and 20 TDs. Rushed for 500 yards and 6 TDs. In basketball, had 17.5 ppg, 10 rebounds per game, and 3 assists per game.
Nick Rathke, 6’0 175, QB, Fridley – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 9 games, completed 147 of 218 passes (68%) for 1678 yards and 11 TDs. Had 93 carries for 320 yards and 7 TDs. In 10 games as a sophomore, completed 124 of 225 passes (55%) for 1512 yards and 10 TDs.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/505594/#highlights/3009369
Keaton Studsrud, 6’1 170, QB, Benilde-St. Margaret’s – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 10 games, had completed 100 of 172 passes (58%) for 1342 yards and 6 TDs. Had 204 carries for 1131 yards and 17 TDs. Started 8 games as a sophomore, completed 59 of 113 passes for 839 yards and 6 touchdowns. Had 95 carries for 476 yards and 6 touchdowns.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/602945/#highlights/30740373
Cameron Hunt, 5’10 155 , QB, Kimball – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2011 All-Conference. In sophomore season, completed 143 out of 269 passes for 2112 yards and 20 touchdowns. 2012 All Conference Basketball.
Running Backs
Jeff Jones, 6’0 190, RB, Minneapolis Washburn – Received Junior Day invite from Minnesota. Received offer from Minnesota, Iowa, Michigan State, Illinois, and Wisconsin. In 8 games, had 111 carries for 1002 yards (9.0 ypc) and 9 TDs. Had 10 receptions for 149 yards and 3 TDs. 2011 All-Conference. In 9 games as a sophomore, had 141 carries for 1415 yards for 9.3 ypc and 28 touchdowns. Had 11 receptions for 75 yards. Had 11 receptions for 75 yards. In 10 games as a freshman, had 128 carries for 773 yards for 6 ypc and 8 TDs.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1060518/#highlights/9831386
Eji Ejiya, 6’2 185, LB, Spring Lake Park (5A) – Received Junior Day invite from Minnesota. 2012 All-State Second Team Offense. 2012 All-Metro First Team. 2012 All-Pioneer Press First Team. 2012 Conference MVP. In 10 games, had 175 carries for 1554 yards (8.8 ypc) and 17 TDs. On defense, had 105 tackles (60 solo). Had taken unofficial visit to Minnesota. 2011 All-Conference. In 9 games as a sophomore, had 89 tackles (62 solo), 3.5 sack, and 3 INTs. Recorded a 43’2 triple jump in track and a 4.57 40.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/627451/ejodamen-ejiya
Chris Williams, 5’10 185, RB, DeLaSalle (4A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 11 games, had 204 carries for 1781 yards (8.7 ypc) and 24 TDs. Had 14 receptions for 157 yards. In 9 games as a sophomore, had 145 carries for 1062 yards for 7.2 ypc and 10 touchdowns. Had 12 receptions for 112 yards receiving. On defense, had 27 tackles and 8 TFL. In 12 games as a freshman, had 22 receptions for 345 yards for 15.7 ypc and 4 TDs.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/777773/chris-williams
Marcus Berg, 5’8 185, RB, The Blake – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 9 games, had 163 carries for 1483 yards (9.0 ypc) and 17 TDs. Had 10 catches for 100 yards and 1 TD. Had taken an unofficial visit to Northwestern. 2011 All-Conference and All-Section. Had 116 carries for 727 yards and 10 TDs. Had 15 receptions for 165 yards and 2 TDs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1QCsANdL4E
Trey Volk, 6’2 190, RB, Blackduck – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. 2012 All-Conference and East Conference Offensive MVP. In 10 games, had 189 carries for 1742 yards (9.2 ypc) and 28 TDs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f8CCn--Yq8&feature=youtu.be
Jackson Hull, 6’1 195, Mahtomedi (5A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 10 games, had 232 carries for 1370 yards and 12 TDs. In 7 games as a sophomore, had 102 carries for 516 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Nick Leach, 6’1 195, RB, East Ridge(6A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 9 games, had 219 carries for 1222 yards and 13 TDs. Had 5 receptions for 97 yards. In 7 games as sophomore, had 71 carries for 314 yards and 2 TDs. At 2012 NUC, recorded a 4.67 40, 4.45 shuttle, 29.5” vertical, and 10 reps at 155.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/940229/#highlights/37221390
Raymonte Maynard, 5’9 200, RB, Washburn – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Had taken unofficial visit to Iowa. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All-Metro Second Team. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. In 9 games, had 78 carries for 1108 yards (14.2 ypc) and 13 TDs.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1060519/raymonte-maynard
Josh Parks, 5’10 185, RB, Chisago Lakes – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press HM. All Conference. In 10 games, had 112 carries for 860 yards (7.7 ypc) and 8 TDs. Had 21 receptions for 264 yards and 2 TDs. On defense, had 78 tackles (29 solo) and 1 fumble recovery. Had 14 punt returns for 255 yards and 16 ypr. 2011 All Conference. In 10 games as a sophomore, had 99 carries for 749 yards for 7.6 ypc and 9 touchdowns. Handheld 4.4 time in the 40, 31” vertical, 290 bench, 400 squat, 260 clean. 3.0 GPA. Recorded a 11.4 40 yard time in track.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/795593/#highlights/36142389
Dusty Krueger, 5’10 180, RB, Hill Murray – Received in Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 11 games as a junior, had 193 carries for 1052 yards and 11 TDs. In 11 games as a sophomore, had 151 carries for 753 yards and 9 touchdowns. At 2012 NUC, recorded a 4.75 40, 4.36 shuttle, 30.5” vertical, and 11 reps at 155.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/486808/#highlights/11293377
Wide Receivers
Cody Scherff, 6’6 205, WR/TE, Albert Lea – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference. In 10 games, had 47 receptions for 794 yards and 5 TDs. On defense, had 53.5 tackles and 1 INT. 2011 All Conferece. All-Area First Team. In sophomore season, had 17 receptions for 318 yards and 1 TD and 20 tackles on defense.
http://www.hudl.com/team/17274/#highlights/5920817
Will Clausen, 6’1 185, WR, Mankato West (5A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference and All City. In 10 games, had 27 receptions for 687 yards and 8 TDs. On defense, had 31 tackles (17 solo) and 5 INTs. In sophomore season, had 250 yards receiving. Has recorded a 4.5 40 yard, 4.3 shuttle, and 9’2 in standing broad jump. Recorded a 20’2 long jump. Max squat is 300. Max clean is 225. GPA is 3.5. ACT score is 24.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/463408/#highlights/17329390
Tight Ends
Zach Hovey, 6’5 230, TE, Eden Prairie – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Had taken an unofficial visits to Minnesota and Wisconsin. 2012 All Conference Honorable Mention. In 7 games, had 7 catches for 167 yards and 4 TDs. In 6 games as sophomore, had 6 receptions for 154 yards and 1 touchdown.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1226803/#highlights/36335381
George Behr, 6’5 235, TE, East Ridge – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 8 games, had 24 receptions for 261 yards and 2 TDs. In sophomore season, had 8 receptions for 110 yards and 1 TD. Recorded a 4.27 shuttle, 32” vertical, 245 max bench, and 315 max squat.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/940259/#highlights/24727374
Matthew Juneau, 6’4 225, TE, Champlin Park – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Had made unofficial visit to Minnesota. In 8 games, had 18 receptions for 250 yards and 4 TDs.
Offensive Lineman
Frank Ragnow, 6’6 285, OL/DT, Chanhassen – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Received an offer from Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. In junior season, had 44 tackles and 8 sacks. Two way starter for Chanhadsen. In junior season, had 44 tackles and 8 sacks. In 6 games as a sophomore, had 13 tackles (7 solo), 6 sacks, 5 passes blocked, and 3 field goals blocked.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
JC Hassenauer, 6’2 280, OL, East Ridge – Received Junior Day invite from Minnesota. Has made unofficial visits to Minnesota, Michigan State, Northwestern, and Missouri. 2012 US Army National All-Combine Team Honorable Mention. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All-Metro Second Team. All-Pioneer Press HM. Two year varsity starter. At 2012 NUC, recorded a 4.49 shuttle, a 24” vertical, and 20 reps at 185.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=xnqehmpNLgc#!
Preston Woods, 6’3 280, OL/DL, South Saint Paul – Received Junior Day invite from Minnesota. Had made unofficial visits to Minnesota and Wisconsin. Plans to attend Michigan and Michigan State. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All-Metro Second Team. All-Pioneer Press HM. Two way starter on 11-2 team as a sophomore. Had 16 tackles (14 solo), 9 TFL, 2 sacks, 3 knockdowns, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 3 pass breakups, and 1 safety. 2011 State Qualifier in wresting and had 31-12 record. Max bench 379. Recorded 20 reps at 225. Max squat is 510.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748609/#highlights/7509414
Drew Trabing, 6’4 245, OL, Prior Lake – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Started 6 games junior season, due to injury. 2011 All Conference HM. Starting offensive lineman as a sophomore.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/604409/#highlights/39047379
Jason Telin, 6’3 290, OL, Tartan – Received Junior Day invite from Minnesota. Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference HM. Two year starter. Had taken unofficial visit to Minnesota. 2011 State Qualifier in wresting and had 21-12 record.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/792426/#highlights/1784415
Joe Wagner, 6’5 220, OL, Cretin-Derham Hall – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Two year starter on offensive line.
Athlete
Blake Banham, 5’7 170, DB, Cretin-Derham Hall – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-Pioneer Press Honorable Mention. In 8 games, had 97 carries for 661 yards and 7 TDs. Had 15 receptions for 263 yards and 5 TDs. 2011 All-Pioneer Press HM. All-Conference HM. On offense as a sophomore, had 10 carries for 124 yards. In track, recorded a 11.2 100m.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/804098/#highlights/10317433
Blake Weber, 6’1 205, LB/RB, Prior Lake – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference. In 10 games, recorded 53 tackles (17 solo) and 3 INTs. On offense, had 128 carries for 938 yards (7.3 ypc) and 12 TDs. Had 11 receptions for 211 yards and 2 TDs. Has recorded a 4.68 40 yard. Max bench is 255. Max squat is 455. Max power clean is 305. Vertical jump is 33”.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/597372/#highlights/33826373
Michael Herzog, 6’0 195, QB/Athlete, Detroit Lakes – Received Junior Day invites to Minnesota, NDSU, and North Dakota. 2012 Conference MVP. In junior season, had 1420 yards rushing with 23 TDs and passed for 1004 and 14 TDs. 2011 All-Conference HM and All Section. Had 103 carries for 842 yards for 8 ypc and 8 TDs. Passed for 235 yards and 1 TD. Had 13 receptions and 2 TDs. Had 2 INTs. Had 28 yards per kick return.
Kolby Seiffert, 6’2 190, Athlete, Chaska – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 9 games as a senior, had 179 carries for 1126 yards and 12 TDs. Season total of 1400 all purpose yards. Had recorded a 4.5 40 and 34” vertical.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-o87ttLd_rg&sns=em
Defensive Lineman
Frank Ragnow, 6’6 285, OL/DT, Chanhassen – Received an offer from Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. In junior season, had 44 tackles and 8 sacks. Two way starter for Chanhadsen. In junior season, had 44 tackles and 8 sacks. In 6 games as a sophomore, had 13 tackles (7 solo), 6 sacks, 5 passes blocked, and 3 field goals blocked.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
Andrew Stelter, 6’4 245, DE, Owatonna (5A) – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Had received an offer from Minnesota. Had made visits to Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Nebraska. 2012 All Conference. In 9 games, had 32 tackles and 10 sacks. 2011 All Conference. All-Area Team. Recorded 39 tackles (20 solo), 6 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 pass defection. In track as a sophomore, recorded a 52’8” shot and 145’5” discus throws. Shuttle time was 4.51, max vertical is 32.5”, max bench is 290, and max squat is 525. GPA is 3.7.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/644893/andrew-stelter
Preston Woods, 6’3 280, OL/DL, South Saint Paul – Attended Iowa Junior Day. Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All-Metro Second Team. All-Pioneer Press HM. Two way starter on 11-2 team as a sophomore, had 16 tackles (14 solo), 9 TFL, 2 sacks, 3 knockdowns, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 3 pass breakups, and 1 safety. 2011 State Qualifier in wresting and had 31-12 record. Max bench 379. Recorded 20 reps at 225. Max squat is 510.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748609/#highlights/7509414
Christian Triplett, 6’5 270, DT, Delano (4A) – Attended Iowa Junior Day. Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 11 games, had 85 tackles (44 solo) and 5 sacks. On offense, had 9 receptions for 168 yards and 2 TDs. In 10 games as sophomore, had 57 tackles (36 solo), 3 sacks, 1 TFL, 1 fumble recovered, and 1 punt blocked. GPA is 3.2.
Ezra Szczyrbak, 6’5 210, DE, Moose Lake-Willow River – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All-State Honorable Mention. All Conference. In junior season, had 57 solo tackles, 4.5 sacks, and 1 fumble recovery.
Jake Busse, 6’3 235, DL, Waseca – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference. Academic All-State. In 9 games, had 74 tackles (50 solo), 5 sacks, and 4 blocked kicks/punts. In 10 games as a sophomore, had 52 tackles (31 solo), 3.5 sacks, 2 fumbles recovered, and 1 hurry. Recorded a 4.9 40. Max bench is 235. Max squat is 375. GPA is 3.77.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/551831/#jake-busse
Linebackers
Eji Ejiya, 6’2 185, LB, Spring Lake Park (5A) – Received in Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All State Second Team Offense. All-Metro First Team. All-Pioneer Press First Team. Conference MVP. In 10 games, had 175 carries for 1554 yards (8.8 ypc) and 17 TDs. On defense, had 105 tackles (60 solo). Had taken unofficial visit to Minnesota. 2011 All-Conference. In 9 games as a sophomore, had 89 tackles (62 solo), 3.5 sack, and 3 INTs. Recorded a 43’2 triple jump in track and a 4.57 40.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/627451/ejodamen-ejiya
Payton Jordahl, 6’3 200, LB, Perham – Received in Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference. In 10 games as a junior, had 91 tackles (52 solo), 2 sack, 4 TFLs and 2 forced fumbles. 2011 All-Conference. In 12 games as a sophomore, recorded 96 tackles (53 solo), 4 TFLs, and 2 fumbles recovered.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/758746/payton-jordahl
Gregory Menard, 6’2 215, DE/LB, Lakeville North (6A) – Received in Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 13 games, had 88 tackles (29 solo), 14 sacks, 7 TFLs, and 1 fumble recovery for a touchdown.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/192604/#highlights/34642390
Nick Mertes, 6’3 215, DE/LB, Edina – Received in Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 11 games as a junior, had 44 tackles (6 solo), 10 TFLs, 3 sacks, 2 QB hurries, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 pass deflection. In 8 games as a sophomore, had 29 tackles (5 solo), 3 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/178871/#highlights/21056377
Josh Sitarz, 6’1 195, LB, Totino-Grace – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 14 games for undefeated and 5A State Champions, had 95 tackles (53 solo), 4 sacks, 6 hurries, 1 PD, and 1 TFL.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/408903/#highlights/35612376
Connor McCarthy, 6’0 205, LB, Holy Angels – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. In 5 games as a junior, starting linebacker and had 65 tackles, 2.5 sacks, 24 TFLs, 1 forced fumble, 2 fumble recoveries, and 1 TD. Was injured for the rest of season.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/451488/#highlights/18924375
Steele Berg, 6’1 195, LB, Wayzata – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Injured for junior season. In 9 games as sophomore, had 37 tackles (31 solo), 4 TFL, 1 sack, and 4 QB hurries.
Will Balow, 6’2 195, LB/FB, Lake City – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All State Honorable Mention.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/457631/#highlights/21840374
Defensive Backs
Tim Gordon, 6’0 170, DB/WR, CDH – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. Attended US Army All American combine. Had made unofficial visits to Notre Dame and Minnesota. In 9 games, had 37 tackles (27 solo), 7 TFLs, 5 INTs, 18 passes broken up, and 1 fumble recovery. Has a 3.4 GPA.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgy9L7AFVgo&feature=youtu.be
Kyle Kalivoda, 5’11 175, DB, Wayzata – Received Junior Day invites to Minnesota and North Dakota. In 11 games, had 54 tackles (28 solo), 2.5 TFLs, 6 PBU, and 6 pass deflected. In 13 games as a sophomore, had 58 tackles (41 solo), 3 TFL, 3 INTs, 7 PD, and 4 PBUs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGIm5xXNXuM
Graham Fritz, 5’11 180, DB/Athlete, Minneapolis SW – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference Honorable Mention. In 10 games, had 124 tackles (61 solo), 1 TFL, 1 INT, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery. 2011 All Conference Honorable Mention. As a sophomore had 79 tackles, 3 INTs, and 2 forced fumbles.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1354911/#highlights/28312384
Zach Martin, 6’0 180, DB/Athlete, Dassel-Cokato - Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference Honorable Mention. In junior season, had 51 tackles (17 solo), 1 TFL, 4 PDs, 1 INT, 3 fumbles forced, and 2 fumbles recovered.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXBRanqqP1k&feature=youtu.be
Adam Hoffman, 6’0 170, DB, Holy Angels – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All Conference. Has a 4.1 GPA.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/775688/#highlights/31244387
Kickers/PuntersReid Taubenheim, K, Farmington - Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota. 2012 All State Honorable Mention. Was 9/10 on field goals (1 blocked) with longs of 48, 43, and 42 yards. Was 23/24 for PATs. For kickoffs, was 19/34 for touchbacks. Has a 3.2 GPA.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJteaoMJOzQ
Connor Bolduc, 6’3 195, Mahtomedi – Received Junior Day invite to Minnesota.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HmRHGXSprY
