1st Coast Gridiron

First Coast Tyrell Lyons interview with Bob Redman

2012-02-21T20:31:00.001-05:00

Check out First Coast 2013 LB/S Tyrell Lyons interview with Hollywood Bob Redman from FightinGators.com

Prospect - Derrick Henry c/o 2013

2012-02-07T21:20:00.000-05:00

School: Yulee Hornets

Position: Running Back/Athlete

Size: 6‘3-HT., 241-WT.

40-Time: 4.54

Vertical: 38.5-inch

Stats: (2011) 2,610 rushing yards and 34 TD’s; (2010) 2,788 rushing yards and 39 TD’s; (2009) 2,475 rushing yards and 26 TD’s

Committed: Georgia

Buzz: “Despite his obvious size advantage, Henry is not a player I would consider a power running back. He is a patient runner who anticipates well and has good vision. He is a graceful runner capable of making a subtle cut up field rather than exaggerated shake and bake moves. He has deceptive top end speed because of his long stride.” -Scott Kennedy/Scout.com

“The term “freak” is tossed around a lot in football recruiting circles, but Henry, who at 6-foot-3, 230-pounds ran a 4.53-second 40-yard dash, a 4.38 shuttle, posted a 38.5- inch vertical and had a 39-foot kneeling power ball toss at a recent Nike Combine- is just that.” -JC Shurburtt/247Sports.com

“You could end up seeing Henry as an H-back or on defense as a linebacker or defensive end.” -Bryan Fischer/CBSSports.com

“Derrick Henry, simply put, is one of the best athletes in the nation” -Barton Simmons/247Sports.com

1stCG Extra: Derrick Henry aka “Shocka” is with out a doubt the best prospect on the 1^st Coast. He is built like a young lion and runs as smooth as a gazelle. Henry is a patient runner with good vision. He is able to make good reads and knows when to hit the right gaps at the right time. Henry can be an elite athlete at any position at the D-1 level.

First Coast LB Daniel McMillian Commits To Florida Gators

2012-02-02T18:58:00.002-05:00

From Andrew Spivey/GatorCountry.com

Jacksonville linebacker Daniel McMillian committed to Florida on Thursday afternoon, giving the Gators their third commitment for the 2013 class just one day after National Signing Day 2012 netted 23 new signees for Will Muschamp’s squad.

“I committed to Florida today,” McMillian said in a text message. “If you ain’t a Gator then you Gator bait lol.”

The 6-foot-3, 220-pound linebacker from First Coast High School choose Florida over Alabama, Clemson, Florida State and many others. McMillian had 20 Division I offers to date.

Click Here To Read Full Article at GatorCountry.com

2011 ALL-FIRST COAST FOOTBALL TEAM

2011-12-26T15:46:00.000-05:00

From Jacksonville.com

FIRST-TEAM OFFENSE
QB Nathan Peterman, Bartram Trail, Sr.: Accounted for 3,250 yards and 41 TDs to lead Bears to 6A semifinals

RB Derrick Henry, Yulee, Jr.: Three-time first-teamer had 2,610 yards, 33 TDs to break area’s career rushing mark

RB Cole Mazza, Ponte Vedra, Jr.: Ran for 1,786 yards to lead Sharks to the 5A regional finals and their first district title

RB Jamari Smith, Fletcher, Jr.: Led Fletcher to best season ever, running for 2,178 yards (635 in playoffs) and 24 TDs

WR Chris Black, First Coast, Sr.: Two-time first-team selection had 985 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns

WR Jared Crump, Bartram Trail, Sr.: Finished season with 905 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns for 12-win Bears

WR Ahmad Fulwood, Bishop Kenny, Jr.: Area’s most explosive playmaker finished with 1,141 yards and 22 TDs on 46 catches

OL Will Holden, Clay, Sr.: Dominant lineman on an offense that averaged over 450 yards per game

OL Brandon Kirby, Fletcher, Jr.: Major reason Fletcher controlled line of scrimmage in three road playoff wins

OL Jordan Swindle, Creekside, Sr.: Led Knights to their first playoff appearance with stellar campaign

OL John Theus, Bolles, Sr.: Two-time first-team selection opened huge holes for a pair of 1,000-yard rushers

OL Laremy Tunsil, Columbia, Jr.: Brilliant blocker who helped Tiger reach second round of 6A playoffs

ATH Parker Boehme, Sandalwood, Jr.: Accounted for 3,199 yards and 40 touchdowns as a dual-threat QB for Saints

ATH Thomas Sirk, Baker County, Sr.: Mobile QB accounted for 3,321 yards and 43 touchdowns for the Wildcats

K Josh Moore, Ridgeview, Jr.: Scored over 40 points kicking and accounted for 29 touchdowns playing QB

FIRST-TEAM DEFENSE
DL Chris Jamison, White, Sr.: Recorded 77 tackles and 14 sacks with four fumble recoveries

DL CeCe Jefferson, Baker County, Fr.: Breakthrough talent finished with nine sacks and 22.5 tackles behind the line

DL Max Tejada, Bolles, Sr.: Best defender on Class 4A state champions, totaled seven sacks and stuffed run

DL Demarcus Walker, Sandalwood, Jr.: Made 24 tackles behind the line with 14 sacks

LB Cameron McCurry, Fleming Island, Sr.: Two-time first-team selection made 85 tackles and blocked two punts

LB Daniel McMillian, First Coast, Jr.: Playmaker finished with 12 sacks and nine forced fumbles for Bucs

LB Reggie Northrup, First Coast, Sr.: Dominant inside, recording 39.5 tackles behind the line (165 total) and 10 sacks

LB Bobby Wolford, Bishop Kenny, Sr.: 122 tackles and stabilized BK’s defense, helping produce undefeated regular season

DB Jolen Briggs, Bartram Trail, Sr.: Leader of the Bears defense produced 54 tackles and three interceptions

DB Craig Brodsky, Fleming Island, Sr.: Two-time first-team selection scored 10 touchdowns this season in variety of ways

DB Joseph Jackson, First Coast, Sr.: Versatile player is a force rushing (12 sacks) and in coverage

DB Nick Washington, Trinity Christian, Jr.: A force on both sides of the ball, picking off two passes and scoring 11 touchdowns

ATH Kelvin Rainey, Yulee, Sr.: 72 tackles with three sacks, while accounting for 600 yards and seven TDs

ATH DJ Stewart, Bolles, Sr.: Pass-rush specialist (8 sacks) also ran for 1,350 yards and 15 TDs

P Cory Houck, Union County, Sr.: Averaged 40 yards a punt and made 154 tackles playing linebacker

Click Here To Read Full Article From Jacksonville.com

Florida Dairy Farmer’s Association announces Player & Coach of the Year Awards for classification (1st Coast Area Only)

2011-12-15T21:55:00.003-05:00

From FloridaHSFootball.com

The eight individual class finalists for the 2011 Florida Dairy Farmers Mr. Football and Coach of the Year have been announced following balloting by a statewide panel of high school football coaches and prep media representatives.

Every finalist was the leading vote-getter in their classification, making each one the Player of the Year or Coach of the Year in their class. The two winners will be announced following a final round of balloting by coaches and media.

Nathan Peterman, St. John’s Bartram Trail, Sr., Quarterback, Class 6A Player of the Year
Peterman completed 199-of-315 passes (63.2 %) for 2,972 yards and 35 TDs with 10 INTs and rushed for 319 yards and five TDs on 73 carries in leading his team to the state 6A semifinals and a 12-2 record

Derrick Henry, Yulee, Jr., Running Back, Class 4A Player of the Year
Henry rushed 309 times for 2,567 yards and 34 TDs, breaking Ciatrick Fason’s (Fletcher) Northeast Florida single-season yardage record; has rushed for more than 2,000 yards each of the last three seasons.

Marty Lee, Jacksonville First Coast, Class 7A Coach of the Year
Lee, who is in his 14th year and has a 127-48 career mark, led the Buccaneers to their best season in history (13-0) and first state title game after taking down traditional power Lakeland in the semifinals. First Coast is attempting to become the first Duval County public school to win a state title since Raines in 1997 (4A).

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Bolles Bulldogs Wins Class 4A State Title

2011-12-11T17:46:00.001-05:00

Congratulations to The Bolles School for winning the class 4A State Title. Bolles Bulldogs beat Miami Washington on Saturday night. The final score was 33-25. Bolles scored 21 point in the 4th quarter for a comeback victory.

11^th State Championship
1986, 1990, 1993, 1995, 1998, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011

Prospect - Robert 'Cody' Mathews c/o 2012

2011-09-08T20:52:00.004-04:00

School: Middleburg Broncos

Position: Offensive Guard/Defensive Tackle

Size: 6‘0-ht., 260-wt.

GPA: 3.2

Bench Max: 405

40-Time: 5.0

Buzz: “2010 All FACA District 5 offensive lineman Cody Mathews of Middleburg High School gets ready for district rival Ridgeview in the spring game. Mathews reps 225 lbs on the bench 19 times as a junior in high school. With overall size and strength much improved from the previous summer, Cody has quickly become one of the area's top offensive linemen prospects in north east Florida and looks to have a big senior season with his Bronco teammates. Cody leads a talented offensive front while anchoring a starting spot on the defensive line as well.” -Mark Ortega/Action Sport Video, Inc

1stCG Extra: Cody Mathews is a tough nose football player. Mathews is the type of player that brings his hard hat and lunch pail on the gridiron. Cody Mathews has impressive upper body strength, he like a brick wall at to point of attack.

Junior Year Highlights

Prospect - Will Holden c/o 2012

2011-08-25T18:32:00.002-04:00

School: Clay Blue Devils

Position: Offensive Tackle

Size: 6‘6-ht., 275-wt.

GPA: 4.29

ACT: 23

Offers: FAU, FIU, L’Ville, Iowa St., Marshall, South Alabama, USF, Southern Miss, Wake Forest, West Virginia

Buzz: “Holden has the size that coaches covet. He has impressive footwork and he really uses his size and strength to create major holes.” -Tom Loy/FlaVarsity.com

1stCG Extra: Will Holden excels at run blocking with his 6’6, 275 frame. He’s a mauler on the O-Line. Holden plays with good instinct. He has quick feet and long arms for solid pass protection.

TCA c/o 2013 DB Nick Washington talks to Scout.com

2011-08-11T21:43:00.012-04:00

From Milani Beaudrault/Scout.com & FightinGators.com
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Derrick Henry's Commitment To Georgia Surprises All

2011-07-19T21:01:00.002-04:00

From Stephen Spiewak/MaxPreps.com

Yulee c/o 2013 RB Derrick Henry's verbal pledge to Georgia last Friday night surprised both Bulldogs coaches and fans alike. It also shocked Yulee head coach Bobby Ramsay.

"It took me by surprise," Ramsay said on Monday. "I think it was something that he and the other kids from this area (Bolles OL John Theus, Camden County Brice Ramsey) had talked about and maybe a couple days before. I expected them to be a school he certainly could end up at and could be down the wire for him. I didn't expect him to make a decision so soon."

When Ramsay spoke with Henry, it was clear to him that Henry felt comfortable in Athens. He bonded with Bulldogs assistant Bryan McClendon, responsible for Georgia's running backs, the position Henry hopes to play.

"He kept telling me, Coach, it feels like home, where I want to be.'"

>>>Click Here To Read The Full Article on MaxPreps.com<<<

Prospect - Kory Williams c/o 2012

2011-07-04T14:20:00.000-04:00

School: Providence Christian Academy Stallions

Position: Linebacker/Fullback

Size: 5‘11-ht., 220-wt.

GPA: 3.5

40-Time: 4.7

Bench Press: 255

Vertical Jump: 26 in.

Stats: (2010) Defense - 48 tackles and 6 sacks before a fracture to his left leg in the fourth game of the season

Offers: Duke, Troy

Buzz: Kory Williams likes to initiate contact all over the field and loves to THUMP his opponents. He plays sideline to sideline and those that know him call him the Freight Train.

>>>Click Here To Read Blue Devil Nation Interview with Kory Williams<<<

Kory Williams Junior Highlights

1st Coast Gridiron Interveiw With Malachi "Mali" Evans

2011-06-30T18:37:00.000-04:00

Prospect - Reggie Northrup c/o 2012

2011-06-25T20:41:00.007-04:00

School: First Coast Buccaneers

Position: Linebacker

Size: 6‘2-ht., 220-wt.

40-Time: 4.6

Stats: (2010) 108 tackles, 40 tackles for loss, 8 sacks

Offers: USC, UCF, Clemson, FSU, Miami, Auburn, North Carolina, West Virginia, South Florida, FIU, Tennessee, Georgia Tech, Notre Dame & many more

Buzz: “Northrup is a very active player against the run using his exceptional athleticism to make plays all over the field. Has the size for the outside linebacker position at the major level of competition. This prospect has the wrap tackling skills to be productive early on as a special teams.” -ESPN Recruiting/ESPN.com

“Northrup has ideal size and we expect him to get even bigger once in a college weight room. There is no doubt that Northrop can get into the 235-240 pound range. He will be big enough to handle taking on offensive lineman. He has the ability to shed a block and make a play behind the line of scrimmage. As he gets bigger and stronger his performance on the field will improve as well. We also like that Northrop is versatile enough to play all three linebacker positions. He can come up and play the run or drop into coverage and cover a tight end or receiver.” -Charles Fishbein/EliteScoutingServices.com

>>>Click Here To Read ESS’s Article On Reggie Northrup<<<

Reggie Northrup one of the fastest rising prospects on the 1st Coast

Prospect - Thomas Sirk c/o 2012

2011-06-21T22:18:00.001-04:00

School: Baker County Wildcats

Position: Quarterback/ATH

Size: 6‘4-ht., 215-wt.

40-Time: 4.5

GPA: 4.5

Offers: Duke, Iowa St., Southern Miss.

Buzz: “He was on my radar from before because he was the strongest man 27 reps at a Scout Combine earlier this year. He played mostly WR/Safety so he is just starting to get looks at QB.” -Michael@TN/TomahawkNation.com

1stCG Extra: Thomas Sirk has something to prove in his senior season and it is to show colleges that he can be an elite QB at the next level . After playing WR most of his junior year, Sirk is dedicated at working on his skills at the QB position. He has decent size to play QB at 6’2. Sirk zips the ball out of his hand with his quick release and being an athlete helps him stretch the pocket when needed. With a full year as QB under his belt next season Sirk will be a steal for the college that gets his commitment.

QB Thomas Sirk At QB Country

Strongest player at Scout.com's Jacksonville regional combine

Prospect - Marcus Allen c/o 2012

2011-06-08T20:21:00.000-04:00

School: Hilliard Flashes

Position: Running Back/Linebacker (ATH)

Size: 6‘2-ht., 210-wt.

GPA: 4.0

40-Time: 4.58

Offers: Arkansas, BC, Duke, FIU, FAU, Georgia Tech, Illinois, Kentucky, Nebraska, Tennessee, UCF, USF, Vandy & many more

Buzz: “Shows great versatility with having the ability to play at multiple positions.” -Cody McKee/NationOfBlue.com

“Allen is arguably the most talented player to come out of Hilliard since former Kansas State running back and current Miami Dolphin Daniel Thomas” -Chris Nee/Rivals.com

Marcus Allen on Marcus Allen: "I'm comfortable at running back and linebacker. But linebacker is the position that a lot of schools are recruiting me at."

#9 Marcus Allen - Hilliard HS - Jr. Highlights

Marcus Allen interview with Bob Redman/FightinGators.com

Prospect - Brandon Brooks c/o 2012

2011-06-05T20:23:00.003-04:00

Brandon Brooks(right) with teammate Chris Black at FSU

School: First Coast Buccaneers

Position: Wide Receiver

Size: 6‘0-ht., 175-wt.

40-Time: 4.5

Stats: (2010) Missed his entire junior season to a broken ankle. (2009) 886 yards receiving, 16.3 yards/catch & 5 touchdowns

Offers: FIU, South Florida

Buzz: “Has fine body control, impressive playmaking ability, good size and was quite athletic.” -David Schuman/NationalUnderclassmenCombine.com

“Coaches are high on his potential athletically and also love his high character.” -JC Shurburtt

1stCG Extra: Transferred to First Coast High before his junior season from Episcopal High. College programs are just waiting to see how he recovered from last year's injury and what he does on the gridiron in his Senior season.

Prospect - Emilio Lopez c/o 2012

2011-06-01T18:43:00.000-04:00

School: St. Augustine Yellow Jackets

Position: Center/Long Snapper

Size: 6‘0-ht., 265-wt.

GPA: 2.75

40-Time: 5.5

Buzz: “St. Augustine High School's Emilio Lopez is both unstoppable and unmovable. The massive Lopez ranks as the top center in his entire state. At 6'0", 265 pound, he has an opposing physical presence. Lopez's awesome upper and lower body strength allowed him to dominate opponents all season. We at SST believe that Emilio Lopez is one of the best 2-way linemen in the nation. Fortunately, he'll have his chance to prove us right this fall.” -FootballStarsOfTomorrow.com

1stCG Extra: Emilio Lopez has a good lower body base. For defensive tackles Emilio is hard to beat at the point of impact and he does not shy away from bigger D-Linemen. Emilio has proven to hold his own against tough 1on1 competition at various camps and combines.

>>>Click Here To View Emilio Lopez Highlights At Hudl.com<<<

Prospect - Torrance Beckworth c/o 2012

2011-05-25T19:26:00.002-04:00

School: Raines Vikings

Position: Running Back

Size: 5‘9-ht., 200-wt.

GPA: 3.3

40-Time: 4.42

Offers: Louisville, Rutgers

1stCG Extra: If you looking for a power back who packs a punch then here goes one in Torrance Beckworth Jr. Beckworth is not a finesse running back because he runs North & South with full aggressiveness on the gridiron. Beckworth uses his powerful lower body to drive down the field and to run over opposing players.

Torrance Beckworth #9 RB/LB Raines

Tomahawk Nation Takes A Look At Daniel McMillian c/o 2013

2011-05-15T19:32:00.007-04:00

Daniel McMillian c/o 2013

From Bud Elliott/TomahawkNation.com

Daniel McMillian is one of the top linebackers in the state of Florida. And he is just a rising junior for First Coast High School in Jacksonville, Florida. Florida State, Florida, and Miami have all reportedly offered him. We've said that 2012 is a poor year for linebackers in the state. If there are more kids like McMillan, 2013 is going to be a lot better.

Daniel McMillian shows impressive burst in the clips. His change of direction is solid. If, hypothetically, he were able to sign now, he would likely receive a four-star rating. At 6'2" and 210 pounds, he is physically impressive for a rising junior.

>>>Read Full Article At Tomahawk Nation.com<<<

Ahmad Fulwood talks to Lauren Dunning/FoxSports.com

2011-05-10T20:57:00.000-04:00

Wide Receiver Ahmad Fulwood from Bishop Kenny High Class of 2013 stopped to talk to Lauren Dunning from FoxSports.com during Badger Sport & New Level 7on7 Tournament.

Prospect - Brooks Abbott c/o 2012

2011-05-08T16:55:00.000-04:00

School: Episcopal Eagles

Position: Kicker/Punter

Size: 6‘2-ht., 175-wt.

GPA: 3.2

Buzz: “Brooks is a talented kicker that shows outstanding consistency. He is a great athlete that performs at his best under pressure. Brooks is an D-1 prospect without a doubt.”-Chris Sailer/ChrisSailerKicking.com

“Tall kicker/punter with strong leg. Brooks hits a nice ball on field goals with excellent height. Is consistently hitting kick offs with good hang time and distance. D1 prospect” -Mike Hollis/ProForm Kicking Academy”

“Brooks is a great kicker. He is very smooth and accurate on field goals. Hits a great ball with excellent height. A great athlete that does well under pressure. Big on kickoffs. One of the very best in the nation.”-Chris Sailer/ChrisSailerKicking.com

Brooks Abbott Class of 2012 K/P

Yulee Hornets Spring Football Report

2011-05-04T18:05:00.001-04:00

Prospect - Joseph Jackson c/o 2012

2011-05-03T20:26:00.002-04:00

School: First Coast Buccaneers

Position: Linebacker/Safety

Size: 6‘2-ht., 215-wt.

40-Time: 4.6

Stats: (2010) 86 tackles, 4 sacks, 4 interceptions, 2 interceptions returned for td’s

Committed: West Virginia University

Buzz: “The recent pick up of OLB Joseph Jackson is huge. I see Jackson as a kid with huge upside and I love his size.” -Laura McKeeman/FOX Sports

Jackson On WVU: “I committed to West Virginia,” Jackson said. “West Virginia sticks out a lot to me. Besides having a great recruiter that I had, West Virginia stuck out because I have a former teammate, K.J. (Kenneth Myers), who has signed his letter-of-intent with them and he was telling me about everything they have going on there and what it is like. I just loved what I heard about the University, the coaching staff, and the players that are there.” -Rivals.com

>>>West Virginia Illustrated Article On Joseph Jackson<<<

Prospect - Kelsy Smith c/o 2012

2011-04-29T21:19:00.005-04:00

School: Middleburg Broncos

Position: Tight End/Fullback

Size: 5‘10-ht., 235-wt.

GPA: 2.8

Bench Max: 375

40-Time: 4.9

Stats: (2010) 28 Catches, 309 receiving yards, 11 yards/catch avg. & 3 receiving Td’s

Buzz: “This powerful yet agile prospect from Middleburg High School brings a dangerous skill set to the Bronco arsenal at the TE position. Strong and physical, Kelsy Smith is a disciplined and bruising blocker...a vital component in a strong Bronco ground game. Yet Smith has the quickness, sure hands, and feel for the soft areas in the secondary to be a key player in the passing game as well.” -Mark Ortega/Action Sport Video, Inc

1stCG Extra: Kelsy Smith is projected as a Fullback at the next level. Smith has good hands. One of Smith’s best skill set is his awareness coming out of the backfield.

Prospect - Donique Dillon c/o 2012

2011-04-25T18:22:00.000-04:00

School: Middleburg Broncos

Position: Running Back

Size: 5‘9-ht., 175-wt.

GPA: 3.3

40-Time: 4.5

Stats: (2010) 50 carries, 486 rushing yards and 10 reception, 150 rec. yards

Buzz: This 2012 prospect from Middleburg High School completed his junior year splitting carries in a very talented Bronco backfield, yet accounted for nearly 1,000 yards of offense himself. Utilizing speed and quickness on the edge, Dillon gives his team a great change of pace threat that can also catch passes out of the backfield. With his 3.3 GPA, Donique remains committed in the classroom as well as the weight room. His goals this off season are to add size and strength to his speed and fine tune his blocking game to become the complete football player. -Mark Ortega/Action Sport Video, Inc.

1stCG Extra: Compact size player with quickness. Dillon also is a threat to the defense when catching the football out the backfield.