The 2016 Class.

[ZERO]

With NSD nearing and the 2015 class coming to a close, is there any reason to believe that the '16 class won't be as good as this one? I remember we had four 4* recruits and the #6 class going into '15. All four were in-state, I do believe. So far for '16, we have one 3* WR committed. Is the in-state haul for '16 not looking to be as fruitful as '15? Was this year a rare year like '09?

Don't take this as premature worrying or criticizing. Plenty of time and ground left for '16, but we're definitely off to a much slower start. I'm really hoping we can crack the top 20 every year.

[ZERO]

Wow. Just as an aside, I'm looking at the 2016 classes on Rivals, and Ole Miss is absolutely slaying it. They're the #1 ranked class right now with eight commitments, including a 5* and four 4*. Freeze's record has improved each year at OM, and he seems to have them trending to be a powerful team with these highly rated classes.

Edit: Per 24/7, not Rivals.

[Vantage 8 dude]

With NSD nearing and the 2015 class coming to a close, is there any reason to believe that the '16 class won't be as good as this one? I remember we had four 4* recruits and the #6 class going into '15. All four were in-state, I do believe. So far for '16, we have one 3* WR committed. Is the in-state haul for '16 not looking to be as fruitful as '15? Was this year a rare year like '09?

Don't take this as premature worrying or criticizing. Plenty of time and ground left for '16, but we're definitely off to a much slower start. I'm really hoping we can crack the top 20 every year.

Check back in about six months when many commits will have either been made or in the process. At this point it's just WAY too early to be getting antsy. And as to OM's current ranking for '16 please use the same criteria. Let's see how they stand in relation to others when everything's said and done.

[redeye]

It seems like we always think next year's class is better.  I know Richard has said he thinks the 2016 class could be better, but I'm not so sure.  Speaking of Ole Miss, Denzel Mitchell is probably one reason everyone thought the 2016 class was better, but then he moved to Alabama and has committed to Ole Miss.

I think the 2016 class looks top heavy, but maybe not as deep.  Agim and Capps are big, while Hardwick and Tate don't seem far behind.  Ford probably won't receive an offer, much like Trail in this year's class.  Jones' is supposedly very impressive, but I'm not sure after that.  However, there always seems to be a few who don't receive much attention until later and I'm sure that'll be true this year, as well.

[immahog]

well I have heard guys like RD an Danny west say the 16 in state class will be just as good if not better

[ZERO]

Check back in about six months when many commits will have either been made or in the process. At this point it's just WAY too early to be getting antsy. And as to OM's current ranking for '16 please use the same criteria. Let's see how they stand in relation to others when everything's said and done.

I'm sure there's no way Ole Miss is going to finish #1, but that's some SERIOUS momentum on their side. I just don't know what to expect from our 2016 haul as I haven't been paying much attention. I'm glad to hear the gurus think we have a shot at making it a good one.

[jacobp]

Wow. Just as an aside, I'm looking at the 2016 classes on Rivals, and Ole Miss is absolutely slaying it. They're the #1 ranked class right now with eight commitments, including a 5* and four 4*. Freeze's record has improved each year at OM, and he seems to have them trending to be a powerful team with these highly rated classes.

Edit: Per 24/7, not Rivals.

Some of my Ole Miss buddies have been saying their 2016 class is going to be pretty insane. Of course, its early in the process and if Ole Miss takes a step back next season like I think they will their class could change.

[WorfHog]

I'm sure there's no way Ole Miss is going to finish #1, but that's some SERIOUS momentum on their side. I just don't know what to expect from our 2016 haul as I haven't been paying much attention. I'm glad to hear the gurus think we have a shot at making it a good one.

Easy to sell a program coming of a 42-3 drumming.  $uch an explo$ive offen$e $ell$ it$elve.

[Grizzlyfan]

The main reason I would say 2016 won't be as good as 2015 is because there is no Ty Storey in the class.  And there isn't another Ty Storey in sight.  A QB with his potential comes around only so often.

I think the '16 class may be a little more defense heavy and that's a good thing.

[Tim Harris]

2016 has some solid pieces in state but don't know that we will get the numbers we did this year.

We have Caps and Agim who are 2 very good defensive line prospects.  We need to land both of them.

Hardwick has the ranking of a good LB and maybe one of the higher rankings I remember for an in state player.

I also am a fan of Crockett @ RB.  I think we take at least 2 next year.  My guess is swing for the fences on some out of state options and then pair them up with Crockett.

Here are the 7 kids that 247 has already ranked.

http://247sports.com/Season/2016-Football/RecruitRankings?InstitutionGroup=HighSchool&State=AR

[Youngsta71701]

2016 has some solid pieces in state but don't know that we will get the numbers we did this year.

We have Caps and Agim who are 2 very good defensive line prospects.  We need to land both of them.

Hardwick has the ranking of a good LB and maybe one of the higher rankings I remember for an in state player.

I also am a fan of Crockett @ RB.  I think we take at least 2 next year.  My guess is swing for the fences on some out of state options and then pair them up with Crockett.

Here are the 7 kids that 247 has already ranked.

http://247sports.com/Season/2016-Football/RecruitRankings?InstitutionGroup=HighSchool&State=AR

We need to get all 7 of them. Tate can play TE or DE. Jordan Jones potential is out of the world. He glides across the field when he runs.

[ricepig]

It seems like we always think next year's class is better.  I know Richard has said he thinks the 2016 class could be better, but I'm not so sure.  Speaking of Ole Miss, Denzel Mitchell is probably one reason everyone thought the 2016 class was better, but then he moved to Alabama and has committed to Ole Miss.

I think the 2016 class looks top heavy, but maybe not as deep.  Agim and Capps are big, while Hardwick and Tate don't seem far behind.  Ford probably won't receive an offer, much like Trail in this year's class.  Jones' is supposedly very impressive, but I'm not sure after that.  However, there always seems to be a few who don't receive much attention until later and I'm sure that'll be true this year, as well.

Mitchell will flip to either Bama or Auburn, or probably both, lol, when offered.

[hawgsmellgud]

2016 has some solid pieces in state but don't know that we will get the numbers we did this year.

We have Caps and Agim who are 2 very good defensive line prospects.  We need to land both of them.

Hardwick has the ranking of a good LB and maybe one of the higher rankings I remember for an in state player.

I also am a fan of Crockett @ RB.  I think we take at least 2 next year.  My guess is swing for the fences on some out of state options and then pair them up with Crockett.

Here are the 7 kids that 247 has already ranked.

http://247sports.com/Season/2016-Football/RecruitRankings?InstitutionGroup=HighSchool&State=AR

Thanks for the info. Quick question, what do the two columns farthest to the right mean? One is labeled "team" and the other not labeled, but has the blue arrows up or down. Thank you.

[ballhawg12]

The main reason I would say 2016 won't be as good as 2015 is because there is no Ty Storey in the class.  And there isn't another Ty Storey in sight.  A QB with his potential comes around only so often.

I think the '16 class may be a little more defense heavy and that's a good thing.

Might check out Greenwood's class of 2018 if you want to see an elite qb.

[ArkRazr]

Cleo Floyd of hot springs making a name for himself! Only been a running back one year and already being talked about as one of the best recruits from arkansas in 2016.
http://247sports.com/Player/Cleo-Floyd-78425/Bolts

[Wildhog]

Wow. Just as an aside, I'm looking at the 2016 classes on Rivals, and Ole Miss is absolutely slaying it. They're the #1 ranked class right now with eight commitments, including a 5* and four 4*. Freeze's record has improved each year at OM, and he seems to have them trending to be a powerful team with these highly rated classes.

Edit: Per 24/7, not Rivals.

That's why we need more recruiters on this staff.  It's an arms race in the SEC.

[sowmonella]

I can't understand the appeal of Freeze & Ole Miss. I expect them to fall apart in 2015.

[Amityvillehogger]

I can't understand the appeal of Freeze & Ole Miss. I expect them to fall apart in 2015.

$omething awfully $uspicious about them, that is for $ure.

[bigdaddyhawg]

Might check out Greenwood's class of 2018 if you want to see an elite qb.

Greenwood always has an "elite" QB, even if he's not.

[ricepig]

Greenwood always has an "elite" QB, even if he's not.

You need to give warnings on these, I spit all over my keyboard......

[ballhawg12]

Greenwood always has an "elite" QB, even if he's not.

Connor Noland. Check him out for yourself.

[Grizzlyfan]

Connor Noland. Check him out for yourself.

has he started a varsity high school football game?

[ballhawg12]

has he started a varsity high school football game?

Yes sir he has.

[bigdaddyhawg]

Connor Noland. Check him out for yourself.

No. Thank you, though.

[Grizzlyfan]

Yes sir he has.

,
OK  I apologize.  My limited exposure to Greenwood this season had Wheeler as the starter and primary QB.

to save me from having to search through Hudl and what not why don't you give us a brief overview of his stats and highlights from his freshman campaign?

[Arthur pigby sellers.]

Tan Hammonds highlights look D1 as well in my opinion.  Perhaps we'll have 10 or more SEC caliber recruits next year which would be a good haul. 

[redeye]

What about the RB at Pulaski Robinson?  Can't remember his name, but he sounds like he may be flying under the radar. 

[ricepig]

What about the RB at Pulaski Robinson?  Can't remember his name, but he sounds like he may be flying under the radar. 

Look above^^^^^

[redeye]

Look above^^^^^

Ah, yes...    TJ Hammonds it is.

[ballhawg12]

Played in Nevada. Don't know his stats. He just moved to Greenwood

,
OK  I apologize.  My limited exposure to Greenwood this season had Wheeler as the starter and primary QB.

to save me from having to search through Hudl and what not why don't you give us a brief overview of his stats and highlights from his freshman campaign?

Played in Nevada. Don't know his stats. He excels in both football and baseball.
,
OK  I apologize.  My limited exposure to Greenwood this season had Wheeler as the starter and primary QB.

to save me from having to search through Hudl and what not why don't you give us a brief overview of his stats and highlights from his freshman campaign?

[ZERO]

I can't understand the appeal of Freeze & Ole Miss. I expect them to fall apart in 2015.

I'd like to believe so, too. But he took a 2-10 team to 7-6 his first year and hauled in an unbelievable class. Then he improved to 8-5, then 9-4, all while keeping recruiting up. I'm wanting him to be a bust just as much as the next guy, but so far he's done nothing but deliver results.

[Tim Harris]

Thanks for the info. Quick question, what do the two columns farthest to the right mean? One is labeled "team" and the other not labeled, but has the blue arrows up or down. Thank you.

The team portion is how many teams are showing interest or in Jordan Jones case who you are committed to.  The blue arrow you can click and it will show the teams and a little info about the player.

[ChicoHog]

I'd like to believe so, too. But he took a 2-10 team to 7-6 his first year and hauled in an unbelievable class. Then he improved to 8-5, then 9-4, all while keeping recruiting up. I'm wanting him to be a bust just as much as the next guy, but so far he's done nothing but deliver results.

I know.  He reminds me a lot of Malzahn.  Charisma, gimmicky offense, great salesman and recruiter but I sure don't trust him.  Don't know if he can coach up QBs or not or if he has the staff to do that although Wallace certainly improved in his 3 years there.  I hope they fall flat on their rear end this year and lose some of that momentum.  It's good if the two Mississippi schools kind of cancel each other out.  Both go 6-6, 7-5 or 8-4 at the best so neither one grabs the spotlight and the headlines.

[trphog]

Would love to see Hardwick, Capps, and Agim in that Robb Smith triangle defense!

[RazorPiggie]

Might check out Greenwood's class of 2018 if you want to see an elite qb.

Lets wait til the kid is actually a sophomore before crowning him "elite." You GW people crack me up.

[LAHog124]

The 2016 class may not have as much depth as the '15 class but there are some very solid players in the state of Arkansas for that year.

[bigdaddyhawg]

You GW people crack me up.

If by crack me up you mean you would like to slap the taste out of their mouth, then I concur.

[ballhawg12]

Not from Greenwood. You will hear of him soon enough.

[TMc]

well I have heard guys like RD an Danny west say the 16 in state class will be just as good if not better

It won't be as deep as this one though from what Danny has said - could be wrong on that.  There are a few kids that they are evaluating.

[jackflash]

Before its over they will be a couple of DB from this state on that list.