Recruting Update

Rivals 100 Sees a Handful of Commits

Committing early is not a common practice for top prep prospects in the current culture where many of the young stars drag out the process for attention, and in the case of the Alabama Crimson Tide, a few extra dollars. However, Eight selections to the Rivals Top 100 list have decided to dispense with the practice of lining up ball caps on a table, and have called five of the Nation's top coaches to give their commitment. Due to NCAA rules, coaches were not available for comment.

* Nicholas Parker - #1 (#1 OLB) - The Nation's top player committed Friday night after head coach UTVOL54 made the 4 1/2 hour drive from Baton Rouge to Bastrop, LA. Parker canceled his visit to Texas A&M and affirmed his pledge to the Tigers. Parker is expected to headline an epic class for the Tiger, who currently lead on many 5-Star prospects.

* Eric Benjamin - #6 (#2 ATH) - In a surprise move, Eric Benjamin, an Orland Park, IL native decided to leave the state and commit to the Missouri Tigers. Benjamin was one of only 2 top 10 player that did not list a RUTS team in their top 3.

* Cole Marshall - #8 (#3 ATH) - A raw talent, the North Naples, FL native ended the suspense for the nearby Hurricanes, and called coach Stubucksman to let him know of his commitment to the Gators.

* Sam Carey - #9 (#1 T), Charles Gonzalez - #12 (#1 DE), Ben McIntire #63 (#4 FS) - The talented trio marked an early recruiting coup for coach CJohnChavis, who traveled across the country to secure these commitments. Rumor has it that coach CJohnChavis is planning on a trip to Rome during the off week, so he wanted to get much of his recruiting effort out of the way early.

* Brodie McClaine - #27 (#2 FS) - The Boise State Broncos are currently riding an impressive 4 year undefeated streak on their home Blue Turf. A commitment from the nation's #2 FS could help them maintain that record.

* David Woods - #100 (#12 OLB) - Recently rehired coach Mark Richt struck the first blow in his rivalry with departed coach zeejaydee. Georgia brings in the final commitment of Preseason recruiting and some much needed help on defense.