Wisconsin (11-3, No. 10)
Don Voltz, Wisconsin recruit
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Peter Konz, C, early entry, Projected No. 29 overall draft pick; Russell Wilson, QB, All-Big 10, Projected round 5-6; Kevin Zeitler, G, All-Big 10, Projected round 2; Josh Oglesby, T, All-Big 10; Aaron Henry, DB, All-Big 10, Projected round 3-4; Antonio Fenelus, DB, All-Big 10, Projected round 7; Nick Toon, WR, All-Big 10, Projected round 2-3.
Who's Coming In: Dan Voltz, Barrington (Ill.), 6-4, 290, OL;
Vince Biegel, Lincoln (Wisconsin Rapids, Wis.), LB;
Reggie Love, Spanish River (Boca Raton, Fla.), WR;
Arthur Goldberg, Mt. Lebanon (Pittsburgh), DT;
Walker Williams, Tacoma Baptist (Wash.), T;
Bart Houston, De La Salle (Concord, Calif.), 6-4, 214, QB.
Notes: Quarterback Russell Wilson isn't expected to be a high pick in the NFL draft, but he could be the hardest Badger to replace. However Wisconsin did receive a commitment from Bart Houston of De La Salle, who led the Spartans to three straight state championships. Wisconsin also has one of the top linebackers in the nation, Wisconsin Rapids native Vince Biegel, staying at home.
Michigan (11-2, No. 12)Who Leaves: David Molk, C, All-Big 10, Projected Round 4; Mike Martin, DL, All-Big 10, Projected Round 4; Kevin Koger, TE, Projected Round 5; Troy Woolfolk, CB, Projected Round 7; Ryan Van Bergen, DE, Projected Round 7.
Who's Coming In: Amara Darboh, Dowling (West Des Moines, Iowa), 6-2, 205;
Royce Jenkins-stone, Cass Tech (Detroit), 6-2, 215, LB);
Kyle Kalis, St. Edward (Lakewood,Ohio), 6-5, 300, OL;
Erik Magnuson, La Costa Canyon (Carlsbad, Calif.), 6-7, 280, OL;
Mario Ojemudia, Harrison (Farmington Hills, Mich.), 6-3, 215, DE;
Terry Richardson, Cass Tech (Detroit), 5-9, 170, DB;
Ondre Pipkins, Park Hill (Kansas City, Mo.), 6-3, 320, DT;
James Ross, St. Mary Prep (Orchard Lake, Mich.), 6-0, 220, LB;
Tom Strobel, Mentor (Ohio), 6-6, 250, DE;
Jarrod Wilson, Buchtel (Akron, Ohio), 6-2, 190, S;
Chris Wormley, Whitmer (Toledo, Ohio), 6-5, 255, DL.
Notes: The Wolverines don't lose much for next year as only about 20 seniors dot the roster. Michigan does have plenty of recruits coming in and that will make it easier to plug in the holes. The Wolverines are especially deep on the line where All-Americans Kyle Kalis and Erik Magnuson figure to be mainstays. The defensive line should be able to adjust to the loss of Mike Martin with the recruitment of Chris Wormley and Mario Ojemudia.
Kansas State (10-3, No. 15)Who Leaves: Bryce Brown, RB, All-Big 12, early entry, Projected round 7; Clyde Aufner, OL, All-Big 12; Ray Kibble, DL, All-Big 12; Zach Hanson, OL, All-Big 12; Tysyn Hartman, DB, All-Big 12, Projected round 5-6.
Who's Coming In: Matt Seiwert, Conway Springs, OT;
Travis Britz, Harrisonville (Mo.), 6-4, 275, DT;
Tavarius Bender, Lincoln Southwest (Neb.), 6-3, 208, QB;
Tray Rabon, Skyline (Dallas), 6-2, 185, WR;
Will Davis, Carroll (Southlake, Texas), LB;
Vernon Vaughn, Sumner Academy (Kansas City, Kan.), WR.
Notes: The Wildcats need help on the offensive line and they get help with the commitment from Seiwert. Finding a replacement for Brown at running back might be the biggest challenge since Kansas State has just two running backs among its recruits.
West Virginia (10-3, No. 17)Who Leaves: Don Barclay, T, All-Big East, Projected round 7; Bruce Irvin, DL, All-Big East, Projected round 2; Najee Goode, LB, All-Big East, Projected round 7; Keith Tandy, CB, All-Big East, Projected round 5; Eain Smith, S, All-Big East.
Who's Coming In: Darreall Joyner, Central (Miami), 5-11, 185, WR;
Tony Matteo, Manchester (Akron, Ohio), C;
Kimlon Dillon, Apopka (Fla.), DB;
Tyler Orlosky, St. Edward (Lakewood, Ohio), OL;
Karl Joseph, Edgewater (Orlando, Fla.), S.
Notes: Defense takes the biggest hit for West Virginia, but it's the offense that has the top recruits among West Virginia's 25 commitments. Kimlon Dillon and Karl Joseph will help alleviate the loss of Tandy and Smith in the defensive backfield. Tyler Orlosky will also help with the loss of Barclay on the offensive line.
Virginia Tech (11-3, No. 21)Who Leaves: Jayron Hosley, DB, All-ACC, early entry, Projected round 2; David Wilson, RB, All-ACC, early entry, Projected round 2; Eddie Whitley, S, All-ACC, Projected round 4-5; Jaymes Brooks, G, All-ACC, Projected round 7; Blake DeChristopher, T, All-ACC.
Who's Coming In: Jarontay Jones, Stephenson (Stone Mountain, Ga.), 6-3, 240, DE;
Drew Harris, Downingtown East (Exton, Pa.), 6-1, 210, RB;
Mark Irick, Calhoun County (St. Matthews, S.C.), WR;
Jawand Blue, West Boca Raton (Fla.), LB.
Notes: The Hokies have a big loss at running back with Wilson's entry into the draft, but Drew Harris helps fill that gap. The secondary needs replacements after the loss of Hosley and Whitley and Tech has four defensive backs on their commitment list. Jarontay Jones strengthens the defensive front, but the offensive line is in need of some help after the loss of Brooks and DeChristopher.
Clemson (10-4, No. 22)Who Leaves: Dwayne Allen, TE, All-ACC, early entry, Projected Round 1-2; Andre Branch, DE, All-ACC, Projected No. 32 overall draft pick; Brandon Thompson, DT, All-ACC, Projected round 2.
Who's Coming In: Travis Blanks, North Florida Christian (Tallahassee, Fla.), 6-1, 195, DB/WR;
Zac Brooks, Jonesboro (Ark.), 6-2, 180, Ath;
Germone Hopper, O'Berry Academy of Technology (Charlotte, N.C.), 6-0, 165, RB;
Chad Kelly, St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute (Buffalo, N.Y.), 6-3, 215, QB;
Shaquille Lawson, Daniel (Central, S.C.).
Notes: Allen's departure leaves a void at TE and Clemson has yet to receive a verbal commitment from a TE prospect. The loss of Branch on the defensive side is also a concern, however Clemson has several options there, including recruit Shaquille Lawson. The Tigers have bolstered the passing attack with the likes of Blanks and Brooks while Kelly is the nephew of Hall of Famer Jim Kelly.
