by Stump Martin www.tennfb.com
posted August 6, 2008
Five Chattanooga area prep players have been selected to the Varsity Sports Media's Tennessee Football magazine 2008 Reebok Tennessee Football Phenoms. The Reebok Phenoms signify the very best high school players in the state, regardless of classification.
McCallie defensive back Jay Fullam and Red Bank defensive tackle Miguel Sanchez are members of the Reebok Phenoms first team defense.
South Pittsburg running back David Jones joins Rhea County lineman Kevin Revis and punter Josh Davis on the first team offense.
College football programs nationwide are learning that Tennessee has more quality players than has been publicized by the recruiting services in the past.
Tennessee Football magazine has a mission to promote student athletes throughout the state in a positive and professional manner.
Those listed here on the Reebok Phenoms first, second and third teams are considered top prospects who will likely play at the next level.
Talent evaluators, media, and both college and prep coaches were consulted in selecting the Tennessee Reebok Phenoms.
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Pictured left to right: Jay Fullam (McCallie), Miguel Sanchez (Red Bank), David Jones (South Pittsburg), Kevin Revis (Rhea County), Josh Davis (Rhea County)
Reebok Phenoms
OFFENSE
QB Will Gilchrist, 6-2, 185, 4.6, Hardin Co
An intelligent leader with a knack of making the right decisions, Gilchrist is a high-completion passer with a good arm. He has committed to Memphis.
RB Gabriel Hunter, 5-11, 180, 4.5, Kingsbury
Good speed, good balance, cuts on a dime and when the hole opens Hunter has another gear. He ran for 2,679 yards and 24 touchdowns in 2007. Has committed to Ole Miss after offers from Tennessee, Alabama, Vanderbilt, Mississippi and Memphis.
RB David Jones, 6-0, 200, 4.5, South Pittsburg
Jones is a pure athlete with great lateral movement, who could end up playing defense in college. He was named the TSSAA State Championship Game Defensive MVP. Memphis, MTSU, Mississippi State and Vanderbilt have offered.
TE Thad McHaney, 6-5, 220, 4.8, Brentwood Academy
He's a large physical tight end that has the frame to play much bigger. McHaney is a good blocker and loves to be physical. He's on the radar with offers from Tennessee, Kentucky, South Carolina, Vanderbilt, Marshall, Oregon and Oklahoma.
WR Marlon Brown, 6-5, 205, 4.5, Harding Academy
Brown has elite speed for his size with huge hands and long arms. He has great feet and at 6-5 runs and cuts like a 5-7 scatback. Offers are rolling in from all the major programs.
WR Zach Rogers, 6-2, 178, 4.35, David Lipscomb
Rogers' play is like a how-to-video on football. He's a combination of the Energizer Bunny and a bolt of lightning. Everybody who sees him play wants this big-play athlete. He has committed to Tennessee.
OL Austin Long, 6-5, 270, 5.1, Briarcrest
With Long, it starts with athleticism. He's top-notch as a drive or pass blocker and works well in 3-point and 2-point stances. Long committed to Georgia after getting more than 20 major offers.
OL Alex Bullard, 6-3, 270, 4.9, Brentwood Academy
Bullard is physical and punishes his opponents with his arm strength. He plays every down like it was his last. However, he's already committed to Notre Dame and may one day play professionally.
OL Sean Conway, 6-3, 285, 5.1, Father Ryan
Conway is an athletic drive blocker who never takes a play off. He's strong and has enough talent to make a solid Division I guard, one who can play at the Southeastern Conference level.
OL Will Jackson, 6-4, 280, 5.1, Knox. Farragut
Jackson is a prototype guard who comes off the ball low and hard and punishes defenders. However, he's a technician that is consistent each play and loves to pull. He committed to Georgia Tech after offers from West Virginia, Wake Forest, MTSU and Vanderbilt.
OL Kevin Revis, 6-4, 270, 5.2, Rhea County
Revis is a projected college center, who has committed to Tennessee. He's very intelligent on the field and in the classroom. Revis is a hard-nosed kid who knows what a pancake is.
PK Kyle Lehning, 5-10, 170, David Lipscomb
Lehning has a strong and accurate leg. He holds the TSSAA record for the most extra points without a miss.
DEFENSE
DE Daniel Hood, 6-5, 255, 4.9, Knox. Catholic
Hood is football-tough and never stops. He can play in college on either side of the ball. Auburn, Louisville, Georgia Tech and Tennessee have extended offers.
DE Dominique Allen, 6-0, 250, 4.6, Henry Co.
Allen is a beast on both sides of the ball. He ran for more than 1,500 yards and 30 TDs in 2007, and is a force on defense as well. The combination of strength, speed and athleticism put him on top of all lists. Nevertheless, Allen has committed to Tennessee.
DL Miguel Sanchez, 6-1, 250, 4.9, Red Bank
Sanchez is a bad man on the gridiron. He thrives on contact and punishes blockers and runners. Opponents are forced to double and triple-team him. He's flying under the radar so far. However, that will soon change.
DL Justin Smith, 6-0, 252, 4.9, Maryville
Smith anchors the Maryville defense for Coach George Quarles. "He knows how to use hands, beat blocks, and he's getting a lot of interest," Quarles said. "At that level (Division I), you've got to fit in the box. He needs to go to the camps and run well, but he can play."
LB Derrick Webb, 6-1, 220, 4.6, Whitehaven
Webb squeezes the green before making big hits. He plays sideline to sideline and never runs down. Middle Tennessee and Ole Miss have already made offers and more are to come.
LB DeMarcus Knight, 6-2, 230, 4.6, Morristown East
Knight committed to Ole Miss and now all the scouts are coming around to see what they missed. He's big, fast, plays with passion and likes to hit. In other words, Knight is what coaches look for in a linebacker.
LB Cole Lail, 6-0, 220, 4.7, William Blount
He's old-school tough and proved it by beating death last winter. Lail came off of a ventilator to return to the field in the spring. He's fun to see play unless you have a football in your hand.
CB Eric Gordon, 5-11, 188, 4.4, Hillsboro
Gordon has great instincts that could make him an outstanding cover cornerback in college. His closing speed is special. Alabama, Tennessee, Colorado and Oklahoma are just a few of the many who have made offers.
CB Gene Robinson, 5-10, 180, 4.5, Whitehaven
This kid has stardom written all over him. Robinson hits like a kick from a mule hoof and runs like a deer. College offers have come from Alabama, Colorado, Vanderbilt, Memphis, North Carolina and Southern Miss.
S Marsalis Teague, 5-10, 170, 4.5, Henry County
Wow! Teague may be the best prep athlete playing football in Tennessee. He's a quarterback, but will play either receiver or defensive back at the next level. He has many offers, including Tennessee, Clemson, Miami and North Carolina.
S Jay Fullam, 6-1, 190, 4.5, McCallie
Fullam's tackles pack a punch. He's aggressive like a linebacker and uses his speed to find the football. Fullam is another throwback player who is fun to watch on both sides of the ball. He committed to Vanderbilt early.
P Josh Davis Rhea County, 5-11 190 Sr.
Davis was a preseason All-State selection and punted for a 43-yard net average in 2007. He has a strong leg and hit a 66-yarder last season. Davis has received attention from Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Memphis and MTSU.
Second Team
OFFENSE
QB Chris Campbell, 6-4, 195, Briarcrest
RB Darren Garner, 5-9, 167, William Blount
RB Tavares Jefferson, 5-10, 170, Ensworth
TE Cameron Mason, 6-4, 225, Brentwood
WR Corey Jordan, 6-0, 193, Hillsboro
WR Bo Gilroy, 6-1, 180, Ravenwood
OL Hunter Beedle, 6-3, 261, Sullivan South
OL Tyler Eady, 6-3, 290, Smyrna
OL Deonte Cruse, 6-2, 280, Siegel
OL Wesley Johnson, 6-5, 240, MBA
OL Aaron Nations, 6-4, 300, Friendship Christian
PK Hendrix Brakefield, 6-3, 180, Hillsboro
DEFENSE
DE Cordarrol Mitchell, 6-3, 268, Hillcrest
DE Cole Tischer, 6-4, 225, Brentwood
DL Barry Dabney, 6-2, 250, Brentwood Academy
DL Alex Smithson, 6-2, 275, Riverdale
LB Evan Webb, 6-2, 225, David Lipscomb
LB Gunner Miller, 6-1, 210, East Ridge
LB Joseph Bennett, 6-1, 200, CAK
CB Jamal Ramsey, 6-3, 185, BGA
CB Monte Scotton, 6-0, 180, Cleveland
S Mitchell Stoffer, 6-0, 185, Father Ryan
S Jamal Starnes, 6-1, 175, Franklin
P Brandon Reagan 5-11, 199, Bearden
Third Team
OFFENSE
QB Nathan Jolley, 6-2, 200, Houston
RB James Walker, 6-0, 205, Houston
RB Markus Cantrell, 5-10, 185, Maplewood
TE Rob Grabill, 6-3, 255, Knox. Karns
WR Carl Brady, 6-2, 188, Raleigh-Egypt
WR Gino Norwood, 6-2, 182, Ooltewah
OL Deonte Newsome, 6-3, 270, Maplewood
OL Cliff Jones, 6-3, 270, MUS
OL Austin King, 6-5, 270, Briarcrest Christian
OL Dalton Hudson, 6-6, 240, David Lipscomb
OL Jebb Lenhart, 6-4, 295, Pigeon Forge
PK Christian Prudhome, 5-9, 160, Johnson Co
DEFENSE
DE Matthew Shelton, 6-4, 230, Cordova
DE Jamar Neal, 6-1, 245, Battle Ground Academy
DL Romerio Cathey, 6-3, 270, Maplewood
DL Ryan Carrethers, 6-1, 285, Brentwood Academy
LB Nick Nelms, 5-11, 215, Houston
LB Michael Saggio, 6-3, 200, David Lipscomb
LB William Harris, 5-11, 200, Goodpasture
CB Sammy Seamster, 6-3, 185, Ooltewah
CB Benjamin Cunningham, 5-11, 195, Goodpasture
S Alex Crutcher, 6-0, 195, Hillsboro
S Bryant Belew, 6-4, 196, Columbia Central
P Kyle Youmans, 5-8 165, Dyersburg
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