Tag: 2024 Rutgers recruit

Film Review: Rutgers football finds an underrated three-star recruit in Edd Guerrier

Edd Guerrier has some big upside for Rutgers football.

Rutgers football landed a three-star 2024 recruit Edd Guerrier from Port Charlotte, Florida. Guerrier, a 5-foot-10, 195-pound running back, totaled 2,562 yards and 32 touchdowns in 25 games during his high school career. Also, he recorded 19 receptions for 282 yards and one touchdown throughout the past three seasons with the Pirates.

The Flordia native committed to Rutgers football on August 6 after receiving offers from Bowling Green, Louisville, South Dakota, Tennessee Tech, and Wofford. According to 247Sports, Guerrier is the No. 95 ranked running back in the nation and No. 195 prospect in Florida for the 2024 recruiting class.

As a sophomore in 2021, the future Scarlet Knight ran for 936 yards and 11 touchdowns for the Pirates. In 2022, Guerrier helped Port Charlotte achieve a 7-3 record and a bid to the second round of the state playoffs. During his junior season, he logged 188 carries for 1,450 yards (7.7 yards per carry) and 20 touchdowns.

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Film Breakdown

When reviewing Guerrier’s highlight film, his burst of speed is the first athletic characteristic that stands out. According to Guerrier’s Hudl profile, the speedy running back recorded a 4.4 time in the 40-yard dash. The 2024 recruit exceeds in the open field, showing off his breakaway speed.

Guerrier’s vision and familiarity with zone running will allow him to succeed under Rutgers Offensive Coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca’s rushing scheme.

Being a little undersized for a running back at the Power Five level, the 5-foot-10 recruit is a powerful runner. Guerrier earns extra yardage on each carry, not stopping his feet after contact. The Scarlet Knights can benefit from Guerrier’s speed and strong running on special teams, adding a dangerous return man to their roster.

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Looking at Rutgers’ roster outlook, the Scarlet Knights have eight running backs in their program when Guerrier reports to campus in 2024. With a crowded backfield, Guerrier has to outwork the other running backs on Rutgers’ roster if he wants to get some carries at the Power Five level.

Rutgers’ Roster Outlook – Running backs

  • Rutgers’ roster outlook is according to 247Sports
Grade Player’s Name
Senior

K. Monangai
Senior J. Wright-Collins
Junior P. Partyla
Junior J. Kinsler
Junior A. Salaam
Sophomore S. Brown
Freshman J. Benjamin
2024 Recruit E. Guerrier

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Rutgers’ 2024 transfer Joey DeChiaro is showcasing his talent in the Cape Cod Baseball League

Rutgers’ transfer Joey DeChiaro is showcasing his talent in the Cape Cod Baseball League, earning a start in the East vs West All-Star Game.

Rutgers basbeball’s 2024 transfer Joey DeChiaro is showcasing his talent in the Cape Cod Baseball League this summer. DeChiaro, an Old Dominion transfer, is a left-handed pitcher from Flemington, N.J. He will use his final year of eligibility as a Scarlet Knight.

While playing in the Cape Cod Baseball League this summer, DeChiaro has pitched 24.1 innings for the Brewster Whitecaps. He holds a 4-1 record to go with his 3.32 ERA. Also, he’s recorded 19 strikeouts, seven walks, and 14 hits in his ten appearances this summer.

In late July, DeChiaro earned the start for the East All-Star team, striking out two batters in his one-inning pitched. He is the league leader in wins, tieing with Sean Matson from the Orleans Firebirds with four. DeChiaro’s best performance this summer came against Harwich, when the new Scarlet Knight pitched two innings, striking out four batters in a 7-1 victory.

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DeChiaro was a four-year reliever for the Monarchs and made a career-high 20 appearances this past season. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound left-handed reliever recorded 22.1 innings pitched for the Monarchs last season, recording a 1-0 record, two saves, and a 4.43 ERA. Also, he struck out 22 batters, allowed 22 hits, and walked ten batters.

He allowed just one run over his last seven appearances for Old Dominion, holding opponents to a batting average of .262. Also, DeChiaro pitched in the C-USA Tournament against Louisiana Tech, not allowing a hit or a run in 2.1 innings.

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Rutgers baseball lands big time right-handed pitcher Jared Carlucci

On Monday, Rutgers baseball landed 2024 recruit Jared Carlucci from Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey.

On Monday, Rutgers baseball landed 2024 recruit Jared Carlucci from Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey. Carlucci is a top 2024 prospect with a fastball up to 87 MPH. The 6-foot-4 190 pounds right-handed pitcher is lanky with a mighty strong arm.

Carlucci recorded 53 strikeouts last season (2022-23), averaging 5.89 strikeouts per game, according to highschoolsports.com. In 39 innings pitched, the new Scarlet Knight logged a 2.87 ERA, 16 earned runs, 29 hits, and 34 walks for the Cougars in 2023.

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The New Jersey native from South Orange, New Jersey, has a ton of upside with a fastball that averages 86-88 MPH, a curveball averaging 73-74 MPH, a slider averaging 75-79 MPH, and a changeup averaging 76-77 MPH. In a relief appearance, Carlucci recorded five strikeouts, two hits, zero earned runs, and zero walks in two innings pitched during the Diamond Nation Super 17 Invitational.

Rutgers head coach Steve Owens is adding another arm to his bullpen with the ability to provide a spot start if needed. Carlucci’s best performance last season came against Middlesex, where Columbia High School defeated the Blue Jays 6-0. The 2024 prospect recorded 13 strikeouts and four walks in 6.2 innings pitched, leading to the Cougars’ victory.

Carlucci will join Luke Fithian (RHP), Hunter Hoxie (LHP), Landon Mack (RHP), and Nolan Peel (RHP) among the pitchers for the Scarlet Knights’ 2024 recruiting class, according to Prep Baseball Report.

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Film breakdown: Rutgers football lands three-star recruit Kevin Levy

Rutgers football landed their sixth 2024 prospect from Florida with three-star defensive back Kevin Levy verbally committed to the Scarlet Knights.

Rutgers football landed their sixth 2024 prospect from Florida when three-star defensive back Kevin Levy verbally committed to the Scarlet Knights.

Levy chose Rutgers over several other Power Five offers from Arkansas, Florida, Boston College, Florida State, Indiana, Kentucky, Miami, Minnesota, NC State, Pittsburgh, and Texas A&M.

The 6-foot, 178-pound recruit is from Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach, Florida, and got recruited as a defensive back despite being a two-way player. As a junior in high school, Levy recorded 19 catches for 304 yards and two touchdowns as a wide receiver on offense. Also, he logged 23 tackles, nine solo tackles, and three pass breakups on defense.

According to 247Sports, Levy is the No. 60 ranked prospect in Florida and is ranked No. 44 nationally for his position among his 2024 recruiting class. Also, the new Scarlet Knight is ranked the No. 449 prospect in the nation.

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Levy’s Film Breakdown

Levy’s athletic stats, according to hudl.com

  • 100 Meters – 10.62 seconds as a junior
  • 200 Meters – 21.5 seconds
  • 4x State Champion for track

Joining the Scarlet Knights as a defensive back, this 2024 recruit is a diverse player who can play safety and cornerback. With his background as a wide receiver, Levy has excellent ball skills and instincts.

Levy can be a plug-in player for Rutgers defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak. Levy doesn’t have a ton of open-field tackles in his highlight reel but can hawk down ball carriers. Levy adds athleticism and speed to Rutgers’ 2024 roster.

As time passes, Levy can move to wide receiver later in his Rutgers career. Levy can be similar to Rutgers’ current wide receiver Chris Long, switching positions from defensive back to wide receiver. Levy is a solid addition to Rutgers football as he can develop into a highly recruited player for the Scarlet Knights.

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Film Review: Rutgers landed four-star defensive back Kaj Sanders

Rutgers added four-star recruit Kaj Sanders to their 2024 roster, making him the highest-rated commit for Greg Schiano in the Class of 2024.

Rutgers football added four-star prospect Kaj Sanders to their 2024 roster last weekend, making him the highest-rated commit for Greg Schiano in the Class of 2024. The New Jersey native from Bergen Catholic (Oradell, New Jersey) elected to stay home, choosing Rutgers over North Carolina, South Carolina, and Wisconsin.

The 6-foot-1 defensive back helped the Crusaders win back-to-back state titles, recording 40 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, three interceptions, and six pass deflections in his junior season. During his sophomore and junior season, Sanders was a two-way player, logging 32 rushes for 261 yards on 8.2 yards per carry and three touchdowns.

According to Rivals, Sanders is a top five player in the state and the No. 30 safety in the nation.


Film Breakdown

Below are Sanders’s athletic stats according to Hudl.com 
40 Yard Dash Bench Press 185 LBS Bench Press (Reps) Squats (lbs)
4.5 Seconds 250 lbs 17 375 lbs

Watching his junior season highlights, you can see Sanders plays with elite speed and athleticism. He has excellent ball instincts and will be the perfect piece for Rutgers defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak. 

Harasymiak can have Sanders play the rover position as a defensive back, with the ability to roam freely in the middle of the field. He can bait opposing quarterbacks into poor decisions while rolling down to linebacker depth to support the run defense. Harasymiak can create pressure packages on third downs, trying to have Sanders play havoc in the secondary. 

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Sanders’s ability to rally to the football and quick decision-making will allow him to shoot up the depth chart when he reports to campus in 2024. His strength and physicality will be a solid addition to the Scarlet Knights’ defense. 

The commitment of Sanders allows Harasymiak and Schiano to move their defensive scheme from a 4-3 to a 3-4, or 3-3-5, showing off Sanders’s coverage skills. Moving to a 3-4 or 3-3-5 would mean more 1-on-1 situations for opposing offenses, allowing Sanders to roam in Rutgers’ secondary. 

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Rutgers wrestling lands Bergen Catholic’s 2024 prospect Ryan Ford

Rutgers wrestling adds Ryan Ford to their 2024 roster, ranking Rutgers wrestling No. 10 in the country for their 2024 recruiting class.

Rutgers wrestling added Bergen Catholic’s Ryan Ford to their 2024 roster last month, ranking the Scarlet Knights No. 10 in the country by flowrestling.org for their 2024 recruiting class.

Ford is a three-time NJSIAA medal winner and a two-time top-four finisher, capturing No. 4 in the state at 144 pounds last season. The 2024 prospect was defeated by St. Joseph’s (Montvale) Yannis Charles and Wisconsin recruit Julian George in the third-place bout to finish No. 4 in the state.

In 2022, Ford finished No. 7 in the state at 132 pounds and No. 3 at 113 in 2021. He is a two-time region and district champion with a high school career record of 60-15. Also, Ford was a member of Bergen Catholic’s No. 1 ranked team in the state in 2022.

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As a senior heading into the 2023-24 season, Ford is ranked No. 2 in New Jersey for the 144 weight class. Also, the new Scarlet Knight is ranked No. 17 in Bergen Catholic history and No. 631 in New Jersey’s wrestling history, according to Jerseywrestling.com. 

Ford will join Pennsylvania state champion (2x) and the 2023 NHSCA Jr. National Champion Conner Harer in the Rutgers 2024 recruiting class. Harer is ranked No. 6 in the nation at 152 pounds heading into his senior season, according to flowrestling.org.

Also, Christian Brothers Academy’s (New Jersey) Alex Nini, Central Catholic’s (Massachuttes) Nate Blanchette, and Palm Desert High School’s (California) Andrew Barbosa will join Ford in Rutgers 2024 recruiting class.

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Film Review: Rutgers lands 2024 strongside defensive end Tyclean Luman

Rutgers football landed 2024 strongside defensive end Tyclean Luman, brother of Rutgers 2024 recruit Tycoolhill Luman, to their 2024 class.

Early last month, Rutgers landed 2024 strongside defensive end Tyclean Luman, brother of Rutgers 2024 recruit Tycoolhill Luman. Rutgers football added two Florida recruits to their 2024 class, adding some impressive pieces on the defensive side of the ball. 

The 6-foot-3, 252 pounds Florida native from Miami, FL, is a three-star edge rusher. The Miami native received offers from Indiana, Louisville, Minnesota, Arkansas, Auburn, Florida State, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, South Carolina, Syracuse, and West Virginia. He has size, length, and athleticism that can boost Rutgers’ defense.

According to Rivals.com, Luman is ranked No. 97 in Florida and No. 43 among his recruiting class for his position. He has a 5.7 Rivals Rating, making him a three-star recruit.

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While playing at Miami Jackson High School, Luman recorded 63 tackles, 12 sacks, one interception, and 26 tackles for loss last season.

Film Breakdown

Like his brother Tycoolhill, Tyclean is a speedy relentless edge player who can play in a 4-3 or 3-4 defensive scheme. Luman can perform damage in nickel sets, rushing after the quarterback in passing situations.

Rutgers defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak can design packages allowing Luman to drop back into coverage. For a defensive lineman, Luman has excellent hands and can snag interceptions when dropping into coverage.

Luman can be a solid piece for Haraymaik’s defense, lining up anywhere on the field. Haraymiak can have Luman line up as nose guard in passing situations, using his speed and quickness to cause havoc up the middle.

The three-star recruit has a motor that never stops, providing multiple pass-rush moves when getting after the quarterback. He has excellent discipline and football IQ, maintaining outside leverage in rushing situations. Tyclean can be a multi-year starter for the Scarlet Knights, as the Luman brothers can be a dynamic duo in the Big Ten Conference.

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Film Breakdown: Four-Star 2024 recruit Korey Duff commits to Rutgers

Rutgers football snags its first four-star recruit to its 2024 recruiting class with the verbal commitment from Korey Duff Jr. 

Rutgers football snags its first four-star recruit to its 2024 recruiting class with the verbal commitment from Korey Duff Jr. The New York native from St. Anthony’s in Melville, New York, is a high-profile pass catcher in the northeast region. Duff is a hybrid player who can play wide receiver and tight end.

Duff is the No. 1 ranked player from New York and No. 18 for his position among his 2024 recruiting class, according to Rivals.com. Also, Duff won wide receiver MVP during a prospect camp hosted by Rivals.com this summer, according to NJ.com. His commitment to Rutgers football marks the third consecutive year that Schiano recruited the top-ranked player from New York.

The New York native received 21 offers, including North Carolina, Texas A&M, Miami, Pitt, Arizona State, Duke, Georgia Tech, Maryland, Syracuse, Vanderbilt, and West Virginia.

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As a sophomore in high school, Duff recorded 35 catches for 682 yards and scored five touchdowns, averaging 19.5 yards per catch in nine games. The 6-foot-5 207 pounds tight end logged 42 catches for 995 yards and 12 touchdowns for the Friars last season.

Film Breakdown

Duff is not your traditional tight end, performing most of his damage in the slot. He’s not your standard hand on the ground tight end, running multiple different route combinations. Duff offers diversity to any offense he plays with because of his hybrid ability.

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Rutgers offensive coordinator Kirk Ciarrocca will enjoy designing plays for this 2024 recruit. Ciarrocca can dial up tunnel and bumble screens for Duff, showing off his athleticism in space. Also, Ciarrocca will love Duff’s ability to block, opening up holes for Ciarricca’s zone running scheme. He is a mismatch for opposing defenses when lined up in the slot, outrunning many linebackers.

Duff can be an excellent safety blanket for future Rutgers quarterbacks. Duff was recruited as a tight end but might end up as a wide receiver on the depth chart when he reports to campus. Watch out for this 2024 recruit, as Duff can be a high-level Power Five player.

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Film Study: Is 2024 recruit Samarian Robinson a standout linebacker?

Rutgers landed a big-time recruit when linebacker Samarian Robinson committed to Rutgers football. Can Robinson become a standout player?

The Scarlet Knights landed a big-time recruit when linebacker Samarian Robinson committed to Rutgers football last week. The three-star 2024 recruit committed to UCF but elected to play for Greg Schiano and the Scarlet Knights following an official visit to the program.

The 6-foot-3 220 pounds inside linebacker plays for Lincoln High School (Tallahassee, FL) and is a tremendous athlete. Robinson recently ran a verified time of 4.6 in the 40 while boasting an 81-inch wingspan and a 17-inch neck. The Flordia native recorded 93 tackles, two fumble recoveries, and a pass breakup last season.

According to On3, the new Scarlet Knight is ranked No. 92 in Florida and No. 71 among linebackers in the 2024 recruiting class. The 2024 prospect received recent offers from Arizona and Colorado. Robinson’s commitment marks the fifth recruit from Flordia for Rutgers football.

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Film Breakdown

When watching Robinson’s junior season film, you can tell Robinson has the size for the Power Five level. Robinson is physical, an important trait to have when playing in the Big Ten Conference. He is a strong tackler who has excellent length.

The 2024 recruit has an endless motor that he uses every snap. Watching the film, Robinson makes multiple tackles and plays when pursuing from the opposite side of the field. You can’t teach hustle, it’s a mindset, and Robinson certainly has it.

Robinson’s run reads need some development as he is a little slow in reacting to running plays. He has a bad habit of reading the running backs instead of the linemen up front. Reading the offensive line will allow you to play downhill football rather than sitting back and playing hesitate. Robinson’s quickness and speed make up for his slow initial play recognition.

Nevertheless, Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano and defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak will mold Robinson into a standout linebacker for Rutgers football. His size and athletic ability will allow him to develop into a solid player in the Big Ten.

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Film Review: Rutgers football lands 2024 three-star recruit Noah Shaw

Rutgers football continues to build its 2024 roster with the commitment of three-star athlete Noah Shaw of Asheville (N.C.).

Rutgers football continues to build its 2024 roster with the commitment of three-star athlete Noah Shaw of Asheville (N.C.). Shaw announced his verbal commitment last week, marking Greg Schiano’s third recruit from the Tar Heel state.

The 6-foot-2, 195-pound athlete from Asheville High School, North Carolina, primarily played outside linebacker and strong safety in high school. Shaw can boost Rutgers’ defensive depth and special team units, collecting 115 tackles in 11 games for the Fighting Cougars. Also, Shaw recorded 15 pass breakups, two interceptions, three tackles for loss, two fumble recoveries, and six quarterback hurries as a junior.

According to Rivals.com, Shaw is ranked No. 32 in North Carolina and has a 5.5 Rivals Rating making him a three-star prospect. Following his visit with the Scarlet Knights, Shaw received offers from Vanderbilt and Missouri, totaling 18.

Film Breakdown

Below are Shaw’s athletic stats, according to hudl.com.
40-yard Dash Shuttle Bench Press 100-meters Vertical Jump Squats Cleans
4.47 seconds 4.43 seconds 275 pounds 11 seconds 38.5 inches 350 pounds 285 pounds

When watching Shaw’s film from last season, you can see how he is a versatile player. He can be placed around at different spots, playing wherever needed. Safety is the better position for the 2024 recruit because of his speed, but if he adds size, he can move down to linebacker.

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Shaw has a high football IQ, understanding different coverages and routes. The new Scarlet Knight plays with a relentless motor that never ends. Shaw can scroll down to linebacker level or play cover two as a safety, making him a diverse player.

Schiano will like Shaw’s physical play, an aspect Schiano builds his defense around. Shaw will be a nice piece for defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak, plugging Shaw anywhere on the field. Keep an eye on Shaw, for this 2024 prospect can be a multi-year starter for the Scarlet Knights.

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