Top 10 Class of 2015 football freshmen who could make an impact this fall

Mirroring the explosion of first-year talent on the college scene, high school football sees its own crop of freshman sensations each fall.

While it's nearly impossible to predict how middle-schoolers will transition to high school football as freshmen and beyond, here are 10 players who could make an impact this fall.

Tucker Beirne, QB, Aspen (Colo.)
Although Colorado is not traditionally a bastion for top quarterbacks, it appears likely that Beirne will buck that trend. The 6-foot-2, 210 pounder should start from day one for Aspen. Coaches have praised both his physical abilities and mental acumen.

Kody Wilstead, QB, Pine View (St. George, Utah)
Another signal caller already making a name for himself, Wilstead is gifted with tremendous size and has already caught the attention of several Pac-12 programs. Wilstead has looked impressive at camps at BYU and Utah, and will vie for playing time right away for Pine View.

Reno Rosene, OL, Oaks Christian (Westlake Village, Calif.)
One of the more highly touted young offensive linemen in the country, Rosene joins a loaded Oaks Christian team that enters the season ranked No. 22 nationally. Rosene already checks in a 6-4, 300 pounds, so he certainly has the size to make an impact on the varsity level. With some conditioning and overall development, he could be a major factor for the Lions down the stretch this season.

Javon Patterson, OL, Petal (Miss.)
With the likes of Anthony Alford walking the halls in recent years, it's clear that Petal boasts some talent. In the class of 2015, Patterson could emerge as a top recruit. Head coach Steve Buckley expects the 6-3, 280-pounder to start as a freshman for 6A Petal this fall.

Najee Clayton, WR, Paramus Catholic (N.J.)
Look for Clayton to make an impact for Paramus Catholic as a freshman. Second-year head coach Chris Partridge is excited about the 6-2, 180-pound receiver who has demonstrated great work ethic this summer. Clayon was one of the most coveted eighth graders in New Jersey and figures to be a key cog in Paramus Catholic's offense from day one.

Shaun Crawford, RB, St. Edward (Lakewood, Ohio)
St. Edward has developed a reputation for tremendous play on the offense and defensive lines. In 2011, it will need skill players to emerge as difference makers for the No. 9 team in the preseason Xcellent 25. Crawford could fit the bill. He was a nationally acclaimed track runner as a middle schooler before deciding to attend St. Edward. His top-notch speed could make him a major threat in an Eagles offense that tends to wear down its opposition.

C.J. Sanders, RB, Montgomery Bell Academy (Nashville, Tenn.)
People around the Montgomery Bell Academy program are very excited to see what Sanders can do as a ninth grader. Sanders is an athletic freak. He possesses great speed, tremendous balance and good leaping ability. He will likely develop into a wide receiver or defensive back.

Harry Lewis, DE, Phoebus (Hampton, Va.)
Phoebus head coach Stan Sexton had high praises for Lewis, who figures to start as a freshman for Virginia's top program in recent years. The 6-2 Lewis is also an accomplished wrestler. Depending on how his body develops, he could grow into the defensive tackle spot or play on the outside.

David Sills, QB, Red Lion Christian Academy (Bear, Del.)
Sills is by far the most well-known player in the class of 2015, as he famously committed to USC as a seventh grader. Since then, he's been impressive at the varsity level for Red Lion Christian. As an eighth grader, he threw for 1,355 yards last season. In June, Sills helped Red Lion Christian go the distance at the Schiano Shootout. The 80-team 7-on-7 event held annually at Rutgers featured some stiff competition. By all accounts, Sills performed well beyond his years.

Brad Mayes, QB, Berkeley Prep (Tampa, Fla.)
The 6-1 Mayes held his own against stiff competition at the Big County Preps Ignite combine in the spring and looks like he'll blossom into a top passer in the Tampa area. In 2011, Berkeley Prep will feature dynamic two-way star Nelson Agholor. Therefore, if Mayes lands the starting job, he'll have a talented target to look for.

10 more to watch from the class of 2015
Nicholas Brossette, RB, University Lab (Baton Rouge, La.)
Kyle Phipps, RB, Linden (N.J.)
Danny Hong, QB, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas)
Cassius Peat, ATH, Corona del Sol (Tempe, Ariz.)
Bobby O'Leary, ATH, Dwyer (Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.)
Benning Potoa'e, OL, Lakes (Lakewood, Wash.)
Shane Stafford, QB, Belton (Texas)
Regan Murray, OL/DL, West Monroe (La.)
Dontae Jones, WR, Louisville (Miss.)
Quan Shaw, DE/TE, Roosevelt (Dallas)