The UCReport&#39;s Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci host the Recruiting Blitz podcast where they break down the biggest games of the week in high school and college football, discuss recruiting class and player rankings, interview top prospects, coaches, and much more!

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This week Craig Haubert is joined by Nathan O&#39;Neal for a wide-ranging conversation on his career, the NFL combine, and more (2:02). O&#39;Neal is one of the most experienced DL/LB coaches in the country and is a fixture at Under Armour All-America camps. Also the creator of Feet Hips Hands LLC, O&#39;Neal has worked with numerous NFL and collegiate prospects throughout his career. Learn more about O&#39;Neal as he gears up for another camp circuit and prepares to watch several of his players shine at the NFL combine!Host: Craig HaubertGuest: Nathan O&#39;NealProducer: Danny Priest

Trench talk with Nathan O'Neal!

This week Craig Haubert is joined by Nathan O'Neal for a wide-ranging conversation on his career, the NFL combine, and more (2:02). O'Neal is one of the most experienced DL/LB coaches in the country and is a fixture at Under Armour All-America camps. Also the creator of Feet Hips Hands LLC, O'Neal has worked with numerous NFL and collegiate prospects throughout his career. Learn more about O'Neal as he gears up for another camp circuit and prepares to watch several of his players shine at the NFL combine!

Host: Craig Haubert

Guest: Nathan O'Neal

Producer: Danny Priest

Nathan O'Neal Talks NFL Combine, Trench Play, and More!

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This week on the Recruiting Blitz podcast Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci take a final look at the 2023 recruiting class. They go through the position groups to rank who has the top class in the country at each spot (00:24). After that, Wade rounds up the latest news in what&#39;s been a busy beginning to the 2024 cycle (32:35).Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciProducer: Danny Priest

Who has the best class in the country at each position?

This week on the Recruiting Blitz podcast Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci take a final look at the 2023 recruiting class. They go through the position groups to rank who has the top class in the country at each position (00:24). After that, Wade rounds up the latest news in what's been a busy beginning to the 2024 cycle (32:35).

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Producer: Danny Priest

Ranking 2023 Recruiting Classes By Position; News In The 2024 Cycle

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The Recruiting Blitz is back this week with Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci being joined by ESPN National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill. The three discuss the final installment of the ESPN 300 for the 2023 recruiting class (00:25). They hit on standout quarterbacks who account for four of the top five prospects in the class, highlight key risers, and also discuss the top defender in the class, Peter Woods. Craig and Wade close out the show with a quick reminder that there&#39;s still plenty of action left to unfold when National Signing Day occurs once again on Feb. 1 (39:05).Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Tom LuginbillProducer: Danny Priest

Closing out the 2023 recruiting class rankings!

The Recruiting Blitz is back this week with Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci being joined by ESPN National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill. The three discuss the final installment of the ESPN 300 for the 2023 recruiting class (00:25). They hit on standout quarterbacks who account for four of the top five prospects in the class, highlight key risers, and also discuss the top defender in the class, Peter Woods. Craig and Wade close out the show with a quick reminder that there's still plenty of action left to unfold when National Signing Day occurs once again on Feb. 1 (39:05).

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Tom Luginbill

Producer: Danny Priest

The Final ESPN 300 For The 2023 Class With Tom Luginbill

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The Recruiting Blitz podcast returns for the first time in 2023 with a loaded episode. First, Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci discuss the 2023 Under Armour All-America game and call out a few standouts from the week (00:25). Next, Craig and Wade pivot to recruiting. The guys pick out one recruiting class from each of the Power 5 conferences that exceed expectations this cycle and one class which disappointed (15:11). Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciProducer: Danny Priest

The recruiting blitz returns for the new year!

The Recruiting Blitz podcast returns for the first time in 2023 with a loaded episode. First, Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci discuss the 2023 Under Armour All-America game and call out a few standouts from the week (00:25). Next, Craig and Wade pivot to recruiting. The guys pick out one recruiting class from each of the Power 5 conferences that exceed expectations this cycle and one class which disappointed (15:11). 

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Producer: Danny Priest

2023 Recruiting Classes That Exceeded Expectations And Disappointed; Plus, Under Armour All-America Game Standouts

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Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci return this week for an all-encompassing discussion regarding the transfer portal. They touch on players in the portal, how teams can effectively build pieces of their roster through the portal, how JUCO prospects have been affected, and much more. This discussion comes following a large number of prospects officially entering the portal as the college football season draws to a close.Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciProducer: Danny Priest

Talking all things related to transfer portal chaos!

Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci return this week for an all-encompassing discussion regarding the transfer portal. They touch on players in the portal, how teams can effectively build pieces of their roster through the portal, how JUCO prospects have been affected, and much more. This discussion comes following a large number of prospects officially entering the portal as the college football season draws to a close.

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Producer: Danny Priest

Portal Palooza!

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The Recruiting Blitz returns this week as transfer portal talk takes over the college football world. Craig Haubert and Danny Priest dive into the value of the portal and take a look at how some of the elite teams in college football have (or have not) made use of the portal (00:31). Next, Craig hits on news from the recruiting trail and also talks about Matt Rhule joining Nebraska and Luke Fickell making the move to Wisconsin (14:56). Hosts: Craig Haubert and Danny PriestProducer: Danny Priest

Does the transfer portal truly impact college football?

The Recruiting Blitz returns this week as transfer portal talk takes over the college football world. Craig Haubert and Danny Priest dive into the value of the portal and take a look at how some of the elite teams in college football have (or have not) made use of the portal (00:31). Next, Craig hits on news from the recruiting trail and also talks about Matt Rhule joining Nebraska and Luke Fickell making the move to Wisconsin (14:56). 

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Danny Priest

Producer: Danny Priest

How Valuable Is The Transfer Portal?

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Craig and Wade are joined this week by ESPN&#39;s National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill (00:35). The three dive into the ESPN 300 and ESPN Jr. 300 rankings as they discuss the two classes, specific prospects and more. They also hit on the open college football head coaching jobs across the country. Wade wraps up the pod by providing his weekly update on the latest recruiting trail news (41:42).Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Tom LuginbillProducer: Danny Priest

ESPN National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill Joins The Show!

Craig and Wade are joined this week by ESPN's National Recruiting Director Tom Luginbill (00:35). The three dive into the ESPN 300 and ESPN Jr. 300 rankings as they discuss the two classes, specific prospects and more. They also hit on the open college football head coaching jobs across the country. Wade wraps up the pod by providing his weekly update on the latest recruiting trail news (41:42). 

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Tom Luginbill

Producer: Danny Priest

Tom Luginbill Discusses ESPN 300 Prospects In The '23 And '24 Classes

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This week, the Recruiting Blitz unveils the first ever high school football All-Showcase team (00:44). The team features standout players from the 2022 ESPN high school football showcase. Craig Haubert is joined by his play-by-play partner Connor Onion to discuss the team and why these players stood out. Next, Craig and Wade are joined by 2024 St. Frances Academy QB Michael Van Buren (53:39) for an interview. Van Buren was recently named a 5-star in the newest ESPN Jr. 300 rankings update. Lastly, Wade rounds up the latest news on the recruiting trail (1:13:02).Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuests: Connor Onion and Michael Van BurenProducer: Danny Priest

All-Showcase team revealed and 5-Star QB joins the show!

This week, the Recruiting Blitz unveils the first ever high school football All-Showcase team (00:44). The team features standout players from the 2022 ESPN high school football showcase. Craig Haubert is joined by his play-by-play partner Connor Onion to discuss the team and why these particular players stood out. Next, Craig and Wade are joined by 2024 St. Frances Academy QB Michael Van Buren (53:39) for an interview. Van Buren was recently named a 5-star in the newest ESPN Jr. 300 rankings update. Lastly, Wade rounds up the latest news on the recruiting trail (1:13:02). 

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guests: Connor Onion and Michael Van Buren

Producer: Danny Priest

Unveiling The HS Football All-Showcase Team; Plus, An Interview With New 5-Star QB Michael Van Buren

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On this week&#39;s episode of the Recruiting Blitz podcast, Davi Belfort joins the show to reveal his top seven schools as he moves through the recruiting process (12:39). Belfort is the No. 269 player in the ESPN Jr. 300 and is a dual-threat QB for Gulliver Prep (FL). He discusses what he&#39;s looking for in a school and what led him to his top seven. Craig and Wade also preview the high school game of the week (00:38) featuring ESPN Jr. 300 No. 1 prospect QB Dylan Raiola. Lastly, we cover the latest news on the recruiting trail (37:17).Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Davi BelfortProducer: Danny Priest

On this week's episode of the Recruiting Blitz podcast, Davi Belfort joins the show to reveal his top seven schools as he moves through the recruiting process (12:39). Belfort is the No. 269 player in the ESPN Jr. 300 and is a dual-threat QB for Gulliver Prep (FL). He discusses what he's looking for in a school and what led him to his top seven. Craig and Wade also preview the high school game of the week (00:38) featuring ESPN Jr. 300 No. 1 prospect QB Dylan Raiola. Lastly, we cover the latest news on the recruiting trail (37:17).

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Davi Belfort

Producer: Danny Priest

ESPN Jr. 300 QB Davi Belfort Shares His Top Seven Schools And Talks Recruiting

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This week, the Recruiting Blitz podcast doubles up on guests. Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News joins the show to talk about the Allen vs. Denton Guyer matchup airing on ESPN2 (1:02). Craig and Wade then discuss some recruiting news (26:11) before changing gears for a conversation with Will Bryce and Kris Durham of the NFL Academy (41:49). The NFL Academy offers student athletes aged 16-19 the opportunity to combine their education with a life skills program and an intensive training in football, under the guidance of full-time professional coaches.Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuests: Shawn McFarland, Will Bryce, Kris DurhamProducer: Danny Priest

NFL Academy and ESPN HS Game of the week preview!

This week, the Recruiting Blitz podcast doubles up on guests. Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News joins the show to talk about the Allen vs. Denton Guyer matchup airing on ESPN2 (1:02). Craig and Wade then discuss some recruiting news (26:11) before changing gears for a conversation with Will Bryce and Kris Durham of the NFL Academy (41:49). The NFL Academy offers student athletes aged 16-19 the opportunity to combine their education with a life skills program and an intensive training in football, under the guidance of full-time professional coaches.

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guests: Shawn McFarland, Will Bryce, Kris Durham

Producer: Danny Priest

A Conversation With The NFL Academy; Previewing Texas HS Football Showdown With Shawn McFarland

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This week, Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci discuss the updated ESPN 300 rankings. A number of players made a climb up the board and a select few earned their fifth star. They then rank the current college football coaching job openings, which now includes Wisconsin and Georgia Tech. Lastly, they take a look at some underclassmen across the country who are making waves in recruiting circles.Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciProducer: Danny Priest

A look at the updated 2023 ESPN player rankings!

This week, Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci discuss the updated ESPN 300 rankings. A number of players made a climb up the board and a select few earned their fifth star. They then rank the current college football coaching job openings, which now includes Wisconsin and Georgia Tech. Lastly, they take a look at some underclassmen across the country who are making waves in recruiting circles.

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Producer: Danny Priest

Updated ESPN 300 Rankings, More Job Openings, And A Look At Standout Underclassmen

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Chad Simmons, Director of Recruiting for On3, joins the show to discuss how Georgia has emerged as a powerhouse state in recruiting circles, his career in the recruiting space, the open coaching job at Georgia Tech, and a whole lot more. Craig and Wade also discuss a couple of big commitments from the past week and how they can affect class rankings. Lastly, they highlight a pair of standout freshmen tandems who are emerging in the college football world.Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Chad SimmonsProducer: Danny Priest

On3 Director of Recruiting Chad Simmons joins the show!

Chad Simmons, Director of Recruiting for On3, joins the show to discuss how Georgia has emerged as a powerhouse state in recruiting circles, his career in the recruiting space, the open coaching job at Georgia Tech, and a whole lot more. Craig and Wade also discuss a couple of big commitments from the past week and how they can affect class rankings. Lastly, they highlight a pair of standout freshmen tandems who are emerging in the college football world.

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Chad Simmons

Producer: Danny Priest

On3's Chad Simmons Talks Georgia's Recruiting Boom And More; Plus, Recruiting News And Standout Freshmen

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NFL Veteran and 2008 Pro Bowl selection Mike Sellers joins the show to talk about his career in the NFL, his current role as running backs coach at IMG Academy, forming relationships with his players and much more. Craig and Wade also discuss the new job openings at Arizona State and Nebraska, big news on the recruiting trail in the past two weeks, and they recap the high school games of the week and preview Friday&#39;s matchup between IMG Academy (Fla.) and Central (Ala.)Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Mike SellersProducer: Danny Priest

NFL Pro Bowler Mike Sellers joins the Recruiting Blitz podcast!

NFL Veteran and 2008 Pro Bowl selection Mike Sellers joins the show to talk about his career in the NFL, his current role as running backs coach at IMG Academy, forming relationships with his players and much more. Craig and Wade also discuss the new job openings at Arizona State and Nebraska, big news on the recruiting trail in the past two weeks, and they recap the high school games of the week and preview Friday's matchup between IMG Academy (Fla.) and Central (Ala.)

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Mike Sellers

Producer: Danny Priest

Pro Bowler Mike Sellers Joins The Show! Plus Nebraska and Arizona State Jobs Open, Recruiting News, and High School Game Recaps/Previews

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Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci highlight some standout freshmen across the country after Week 1 of college football, they share updates on the recruiting trail, and they highlight the high school game of the week. Additionally, they evaluate the state of the powerhouse programs in Florida: Miami, Florida, and Florida State. Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciProducer: Danny Priest

State of the union for powerhouse programs in Florida and more recruiting news!

Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci highlight some standout freshmen across the country after Week 1 of college football, they share updates on the recruiting trail, and they highlight the high school game of the week. Additionally, they evaluate the state of the powerhouse programs in Florida: Miami, Florida, and Florida State. 

Hosts: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Producer: Danny Priest

Week 1 CFB Standouts; Recruiting Updates; and "State of the Union" for Florida Teams

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The college football season is officially here. On this week&#39;s episode Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci break down the results of ESPN&#39;s High School Kickoff Showcase, they discuss some key recruiting news, and they share some freshmen to keep an eye on in week one of college football. Collins Acheampong, a 4-star prospect and Michigan commit, joins the show to talk coming to America from Ghana, learning the game of football, committing to the Wolverines and much more!Host: Craig Haubert and Wade GeraciGuest: Collins AcheampongProducer: Danny Priest

Michigan commit Collins Acheampong joins the Recruiting Blitz

The college football season is officially here. On this week's episode Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci break down the results of ESPN's High School Kickoff Showcase, they discuss some key recruiting news, and they share some freshmen to keep an eye on in week one of college football. Collins Acheampong, a 4-star prospect and Michigan commit joins the show to talk coming to America from Ghana, learning the game of football, committing to the Wolverines and much more!

Host: Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci

Guest: Collins Acheampong

Producer: Danny Priest

Football Season Is Here! Plus Michigan Commit Collins Acheampong Joins The Show; High School Kickoff Recap; and Freshmen To Watch In CFB

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Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci kick off the Recruiting Blitz podcast with a preview of seven headline high school games as part of the GEICO ESPN High School Kickoff. Then, Craig is joined by ESPN 300 No. 1 prospect and USC QB Commit Malachi Nelson. He discusses his upcoming matchup with American Heritage (FL.), his motivation to always be competing, blocking out recruiting noise, signing with Klutch Sports and more. Finally, Craig and Wade break down the current 2023 ESPN recruiting class rankings.

No. 1 Prospect Malachi Nelson Joins Episode 1 of the Recruiting Blitz

Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci kick off the Recruiting Blitz podcast with a preview of seven headline high school games as part of the GEICO ESPN High School Kickoff. Then, Craig is joined by ESPN 300 No. 1 prospect and USC QB Commit Malachi Nelson. He discusses his upcoming matchup with American Heritage (FL.), his motivation to always be competing, blocking out recruiting noise, signing with Klutch Sports and more. Finally, Craig and Wade break down the current 2023 ESPN recruiting class rankings.

ESPN 300 No. 1 Prospect Malachi Nelson Talks High School Season, Recruiting, and NIL;  ESPN High School Kickoff Weekend Preview; and Reviewing Recruiting Class Rankings

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The UCReport's Craig Haubert and Wade Geraci host the the Recruiting Blitz podcast where they breakdown high school game's of the week, recruiting class and player rankings, interview top prospects and coaches, and much more.