Michigan Wolverines: Pittsburgh Panthers
Peter Winovich was 10 years old when his younger brother, Chase (Jefferson Hills, Pa./Jefferson Hills), was born. The elder Winovich picked up football when Chase was an infant and the younger brother, unsurprisingly like so many younger siblings, wouldn’t take too long to follow.
But the age difference didn’t allow for too much on-field collaboration as Chase’s first three years of Pop Warner football coincided with Peter’s last three of high school ball.
Peter went on to play quarterback for Bowling Green. And Chase will follow in his footsteps. Sort of. Chase, an outside linebacker, garnered bigger interest sooner than his older brother. He has his pick of BCS offers, but will chose Michigan, Ohio State or Pitt.
But the age difference didn’t allow for too much on-field collaboration as Chase’s first three years of Pop Warner football coincided with Peter’s last three of high school ball.
Peter went on to play quarterback for Bowling Green. And Chase will follow in his footsteps. Sort of. Chase, an outside linebacker, garnered bigger interest sooner than his older brother. He has his pick of BCS offers, but will chose Michigan, Ohio State or Pitt.
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ESPN 150 athlete Dravon Henry (Aliquippa, Pa./Aliquippa) listed his top four schools about two months ago with the understanding it would slow down his recruitment.
With the mailbox now stuffed with 50 letters by the middle of the week, it's safe to say the four-star athlete understood incorrectly.
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Four-star ATH releasing top group soon 
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It is split down the middle for four-star athlete Juwann Winfree (Englewood, N.J./Dwight Morrow). He has 18 total offers, and it is pretty much an even split as to which side of the ball schools project him. Half say receiver, and the other half tell him defensive back.
The No. 8 prospect in New Jersey has a preference, although he admits whichever gets him on the field quickest is OK with him.
“I love making plays and scoring touchdowns,” Winfree said.
The No. 8 prospect in New Jersey has a preference, although he admits whichever gets him on the field quickest is OK with him.
“I love making plays and scoring touchdowns,” Winfree said.
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The RN Top 10 will appear throughout the camp and combine season and rank prospects based strictly on their on-field performance at that particular event. It does not reflect their overall prospect ranking.
ASHBURN, Va. – The East Coast and mid-Atlantic states represented well on Sunday as eight players earned invites to The Opening at the Nike Football Training Camp outside of Washington, D.C. Defense ruled the day, led by two five-star prospects from Virginia.
10. Nick Scott
Fairfax (Va.) Fairfax |RB| 5-11, 180
Scott stood out among a field of backs who were overshadowed by the prospects at nearly every other position. He earned the attention of coaches for his strong play and versatility but missed the MVP award, which went to Vincent Lowe (Chesapeake, Va./Grassfield), who also posted the top SPARQ score.
Scott committed to Penn State in February over an offer from Boston College.
ESPN national recruiting analyst Craig Haubert’s take: “He’s got a great frame, and what I like about him as a Penn State verbal, he’s a versatile player. He may not run by you, but he does a good job in route-running.”
ASHBURN, Va. – The East Coast and mid-Atlantic states represented well on Sunday as eight players earned invites to The Opening at the Nike Football Training Camp outside of Washington, D.C. Defense ruled the day, led by two five-star prospects from Virginia.
10. Nick Scott
Fairfax (Va.) Fairfax |RB| 5-11, 180
Scott stood out among a field of backs who were overshadowed by the prospects at nearly every other position. He earned the attention of coaches for his strong play and versatility but missed the MVP award, which went to Vincent Lowe (Chesapeake, Va./Grassfield), who also posted the top SPARQ score.
Scott committed to Penn State in February over an offer from Boston College.
ESPN national recruiting analyst Craig Haubert’s take: “He’s got a great frame, and what I like about him as a Penn State verbal, he’s a versatile player. He may not run by you, but he does a good job in route-running.”
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When offer No. 31 came in for Washington (Pa.) running back Shai McKenzie last week, he figured it was time to start cutting his list. It sounds simple, but McKenzie had a harder time when it came to putting pen to paper.
“He struggled to make a list,” Washington coach Mike Bosnic said. “He’s really unsure.”
“He struggled to make a list,” Washington coach Mike Bosnic said. “He’s really unsure.”
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Michigan DE decommits from Ohio State
February, 13, 2013
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Brad Bournival | ESPN.com
After giving his commitment to the Buckeyes on Sunday, the recruitment of a 2014 defensive end out Michigan is on again three days later.
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PITTSBURGH -- At the beginning, all of the local usual suspects were on 2014 two-way lineman Alex Bookser (Pittsburgh/Mt. Lebanon). Maryland, Pittsburgh, Rutgers and West Virginia were among the first schools to offer.
But right before the contact period ended, new Florida State assistant coach Sal Sunseri came through Mount Lebanon and had good news for Bookser.
But right before the contact period ended, new Florida State assistant coach Sal Sunseri came through Mount Lebanon and had good news for Bookser.
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Ohio State offers big 2014 defensive end
January, 9, 2013
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Brad Bournival | ESPN.com
Urban Meyer has done it yet again.
With a stockpile of defensive linemen already in the fold, the Ohio State coach dipped into the class of 2014 and offered a 12th defensive end in the class. It’s also the 16th defensive lineman he’s offered out of the junior class.
With a stockpile of defensive linemen already in the fold, the Ohio State coach dipped into the class of 2014 and offered a 12th defensive end in the class. It’s also the 16th defensive lineman he’s offered out of the junior class.
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Army Bowl: Wednesday notebook
January, 2, 2013
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SAN ANTONIO -- Wednesday was a day off for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl teams. Instead of working out and participating in drills, the players took in visits around the city -- including a stop at the Alamodome for photo opportunities and to see their game apparel -- and used the day to recover from two days of practice.
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
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U.S. Army Bowl: Tuesday notebook
January, 1, 2013
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William Wilkerson and
Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
SAN ANTONIO – ESPN 150 wide receiver James Quick (Louisville, Ky./Trinity) has drawn plenty of attention for his play through two practices for the East team in preparation for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
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Video: Watch List S Montae Nicholson
November, 13, 2012
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ESPN Watch List safety Montae Nicholson (Monroeville, Pa./Gateway) holds nearly a dozen offers, including ones from Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State and Pitt. Nicholson talks about his recruitment with Josh Moyer.
RecruitingNation has summoned its writers from around the country to compile a list of the top 10 battles for elite football recruits 
leading up to February's signing day. We'll update our rankings periodically to reflect a change in a player's status (i.e., new offers, trimmed-down list or a positive/negative official visit).
Our writers have debated the list for weeks, but we value your input as well. Voice your opinion on Twitter (@RecruitingESPN) using#BlueChipBattles or vote for which player should hold the No. 1 spot on Facebook.
leading up to February's signing day. We'll update our rankings periodically to reflect a change in a player's status (i.e., new offers, trimmed-down list or a positive/negative official visit).
Our writers have debated the list for weeks, but we value your input as well. Voice your opinion on Twitter (@RecruitingESPN) using#BlueChipBattles or vote for which player should hold the No. 1 spot on Facebook.
#BlueChip Battles: Oct. 26
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Pitt doesn't want WR Robert Foster to leave the Keystone State and USC hopes to keep CB Max Redfield in Cali. The local programs' bid to keep those two stars in-state highlights this week's #BlueChipBattles .
#BlueChipBattles is the Twitter hashtag to use if you want to voice your opinion on our list or to view other fans' reactions as the commitments begin to roll in. Get recruiting updates on the players above as well as the nation's other top football prospects here: @RecruitingESPN.
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#BlueChipBattles is the Twitter hashtag to use if you want to voice your opinion on our list or to view other fans' reactions as the commitments begin to roll in. Get recruiting updates on the players above as well as the nation's other top football prospects here: @RecruitingESPN.
Junior Brock Boxen on cusp of B1G offers
September, 7, 2012
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BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Western Pennsylvania is known for producing blue-collar defensive players, and 2014 Beaver Falls (Pa.) defensive tackle Brock Boxen fits that mold.
The 6-foot-2, 265-pound junior already has offers from Maryland and Pittsburgh, his high school coach, Ryan Matsook, said.
Boxen traveled to both programs for camps this summer, and the Panthers were the first to offer.
The 6-foot-2, 265-pound junior already has offers from Maryland and Pittsburgh, his high school coach, Ryan Matsook, said.
Boxen traveled to both programs for camps this summer, and the Panthers were the first to offer.
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Cass Tech's White, Hosey visit Ohio State
September, 2, 2012
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Brad Bournival | ESPN.com
Detroit Cass Tech has a strong pipeline to Michigan, but 2014 linebackers William White and Gary Hosey ventured into what would typically be enemy territory on Saturday.
White and Hosey made their way to Columbus for the season opener Saturday between Ohio State and Miami (Ohio) on unofficial visits.
The Buckeyes have interest in both, and after witnessing the Buckeyes’ 56-10 victory over the RedHawks, the feeling is mutual.
White and Hosey made their way to Columbus for the season opener Saturday between Ohio State and Miami (Ohio) on unofficial visits.
The Buckeyes have interest in both, and after witnessing the Buckeyes’ 56-10 victory over the RedHawks, the feeling is mutual.
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