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Central routed Booker T, 42-14. It was closer than the score, but Booker T made a ton of uncharacteristic mistakes that they can't make against a bigger, deeper Central program. Here are some of my thoughts on the top prospects (note- I got there mid-way through the second quarter):
Kadeem Telfort- Searels better get this guy. Physically, he looks like an NFL player in high school. Similar to Orlando Franklin and Ereck Flowers in that regard, although Telfort is more of a pass-blocker and less of a road grader than they were. He still needs some coaching, but based on his current pace of development he projects as a freshman starter.
Navaughn Donaldson- Best player in Dade, IMO. Donaldson reminds me of that big sloppy guy on the basketball court who crosses you over and hits Js in your face. Excellent athlete who gets to the second level with ease. Central used Donaldson at LT, RT and RG and he created canyons. Trent Williams 2.0 once he gets in a college weight program.
Waynmon Steed- I'm guessing Steed was banged up @waynejr31 but every series he played he made an impact. I counted two sacks and a TFL in three series. Steed doesn't pass the look test but he's fast and extremely smart. He always seems to play under control. He spied on Daniel Richardson and was very patient until it was time to close and strike. I wish he played more but I loved what I saw.
James Cook (2018)- I saw his brother on the same field and James has the same speed. The difference between the brothers is strength- Dalvin bounced off defenders and broke arm tackles. James is still slight. Central didn't give him a ton of carries at RB but used him as the QB taking direct snaps and even at H-back. Cook quieted a lot of doubters when he erased the angles on his second TD.
Sharrod Johnson (WR, Booker T, Syracuse Commit)- This is one of my favorite under-the-radar players in the 2017 class. Johnson had good size in person and showed toughness over the middle. He is also athletic enough to take direct snaps and return kicks. Expect him to make plays on Saturdays.
Owen Carney- I was a little underwhelmed by Carney. He didn't look as big as I expected and his athleticism didn't blow me away. Aside from a nice inside move that led to a hurry, Telfort ragdolled Carney on every snap I saw.
Seth McGill (QB/WR #17 )- McGill is an underclassmen (not sure which year) but he looked to have a lot of promise. Very fast and throws a nice ball. He's a little guy, but I could see him producing as Central's QB.
Daniel Richardson- Very bad game for a good player. Richardson played much better in Booker T's other high-profile games. He made a lot of mental mistakes, including his failure to get out of bounds before the half and secure a final play.
Chris Metayer (S/LB 2018)- Hialeah transfer with an intriguing skillset. He wears Jamel Cook's #35 and looks like him at safety (they are both in the 6'3 range), but Metayer is more physical and less of a WR. I could see him bulking up and playing more of a LB role. He had a big tackle on 4th down to close the game and almost had a pick 6.
Richard and Rishard Dames- I just wanted to give some recognition to these twin CB prospects headed to FIU. They embody Booker T-- small, tough playmakers who can do a little bit of everything. These guys can play like linebackers in the box or cover like corners.
HIGHLIGHTS- Week 5: Central vs. Booker T. « CBS Miami
Kadeem Telfort- Searels better get this guy. Physically, he looks like an NFL player in high school. Similar to Orlando Franklin and Ereck Flowers in that regard, although Telfort is more of a pass-blocker and less of a road grader than they were. He still needs some coaching, but based on his current pace of development he projects as a freshman starter.
Navaughn Donaldson- Best player in Dade, IMO. Donaldson reminds me of that big sloppy guy on the basketball court who crosses you over and hits Js in your face. Excellent athlete who gets to the second level with ease. Central used Donaldson at LT, RT and RG and he created canyons. Trent Williams 2.0 once he gets in a college weight program.
Waynmon Steed- I'm guessing Steed was banged up @waynejr31 but every series he played he made an impact. I counted two sacks and a TFL in three series. Steed doesn't pass the look test but he's fast and extremely smart. He always seems to play under control. He spied on Daniel Richardson and was very patient until it was time to close and strike. I wish he played more but I loved what I saw.
James Cook (2018)- I saw his brother on the same field and James has the same speed. The difference between the brothers is strength- Dalvin bounced off defenders and broke arm tackles. James is still slight. Central didn't give him a ton of carries at RB but used him as the QB taking direct snaps and even at H-back. Cook quieted a lot of doubters when he erased the angles on his second TD.
Sharrod Johnson (WR, Booker T, Syracuse Commit)- This is one of my favorite under-the-radar players in the 2017 class. Johnson had good size in person and showed toughness over the middle. He is also athletic enough to take direct snaps and return kicks. Expect him to make plays on Saturdays.
Owen Carney- I was a little underwhelmed by Carney. He didn't look as big as I expected and his athleticism didn't blow me away. Aside from a nice inside move that led to a hurry, Telfort ragdolled Carney on every snap I saw.
Seth McGill (QB/WR #17 )- McGill is an underclassmen (not sure which year) but he looked to have a lot of promise. Very fast and throws a nice ball. He's a little guy, but I could see him producing as Central's QB.
Daniel Richardson- Very bad game for a good player. Richardson played much better in Booker T's other high-profile games. He made a lot of mental mistakes, including his failure to get out of bounds before the half and secure a final play.
Chris Metayer (S/LB 2018)- Hialeah transfer with an intriguing skillset. He wears Jamel Cook's #35 and looks like him at safety (they are both in the 6'3 range), but Metayer is more physical and less of a WR. I could see him bulking up and playing more of a LB role. He had a big tackle on 4th down to close the game and almost had a pick 6.
Richard and Rishard Dames- I just wanted to give some recognition to these twin CB prospects headed to FIU. They embody Booker T-- small, tough playmakers who can do a little bit of everything. These guys can play like linebackers in the box or cover like corners.
HIGHLIGHTS- Week 5: Central vs. Booker T. « CBS Miami
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