Dynasty Scouts Conference Review: Big 10 and ACC
We will be reviewing the risers, fallers, a premier conference performer, and we will shine a spotlight on the top freshmen every week. These weekly recaps will keep you informed on the “hot” college players around the country and will make studying for your future rookie draft effortless.
BIG 10
Premier Conference Performer
Jordan Canzeri, RB Iowa (Senior)
43 carries, 256 yards, one touchdown, two receptions, 15 yards, one touchdown vs. Illinois
Canzeri proved that he is the workhorse back for the Hawkeyes when he rushed for 11-straight carries during a critical drive in the fourth quarter. While doing so, he set the school record for carries in a single game. Using his quick feet, he hit a cutback lane that allowed him to burst through the defense for a 75-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, helping led the Hawkeyes to a 29-20 victory over the Fighting Illini.
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Rising
Leonte Carroo, WR Rutgers (Senior)
Seven catches, 134 yards, three touchdowns vs Michigan State
Carroo had an impressive performance during his first game back after being reinstated from his suspension. He dominated the defensive backs with his physical play. He helped the Scarlet Knights get back into the game by catching a 28-yard touchdown pass at the end of the third quarter and accounted for 38.4 percent of the offensive production for Rutgers.
Aaron Burbridge, WR Michigan State (Senior)
Nine catches, 146 yards, two carries, 16 yards vs. Rutgers
Burbridge was Connor Cook’s go to option in the short to intermediate passing game. He also made some amazing grabs to keep the chains moving. This was his fourth 100-yard game for the season.
Michael Thomas, WR Ohio State (Junior)
Seven catches, 107 yards vs. Maryland
Thomas used his short area quickness and footwork to juke a defender for a 31-yard catch and run in the second quarter. He made a spectacular grab by jumping in the air and extending for the ball while two defenders crashed into him to help put the Buckeye in scoring position. His play helped the OSU offense extend drives and put them in better opportunities to score. He was targeted a lot and he proved that he was a key proponent to the offense.
Geronimo Allison, WR Illinois (Senior)
Eight catches, 148 yards, one touchdown vs. Iowa
As the Fighting Illini was playing from behind they utilized Allison and his 6-4 frame to help them get back into the game. He caught a critical pass in the fourth quarter for a 53-yard touchdown to make the game close. This was his third 100-yard game of the season and he has three touchdowns so far on the year.
Dare Ogunbowale, RB Wisconsin (Junior)
18 carries, 117 yards vs. Nebraska
The compact Ogunbowale ran for a 33-yard gain for a first down on stretch play in the fourth quarter that led to a Wisconsin score. He was efficient and made the most out of his carries, which led to him rushing for 6.5 yards per carry. This was a tough game and his fearless running style in between the tackles helped led the team to a 23-21 win.
Falling
Justin Jackson, RB Northwestern (Sophomore)
12 carries, 25 yards vs. Michigan
Michigan’s defense pitched another shutout, and Jackson’s play was a casualty against their defensive onslaught. The run game was sniffed out and snuffed at the line of scrimmage during multiple plays. He rushed for just 2.1 yards per carry. This was his worst performance to date. Michigan has one of the toughest defenses in the country.
David Blough, QB Purdue (Freshman)
21/49 passing, 207 yards, one touchdown, three interceptions Minnesota
The pass rush got the better of Blough last weekend. He was sacked three times and spent a lot of time on the ground. He was rattled from the pass rush causing him to throw three interceptions. Completing just 42.9 percent of his passes, Blough was off the mark on a lot of his throws.
Chris Laviano, QB Rutgers (Sophomore)
15/24 passing, 208 yards, three touchdowns vs. Michigan State
On the last play of the game Laviano spiked the ball on fourth down to secure the win for Michigan State. One of the craziest things I have ever seen. He played a decent game. He was able to rally back from a ten point deficit to get Rutgers in striking distance to win the game. He minimized his mistakes and made some big plays. Spiking the ball to seal the deal for the other team erases all the good things he did. The play received a lot of criticism nationally, creating an image that a lot of scouts are not going to forget.
Freshman Spotlight
Shannon Brooks, RB Minnesota (Freshman)
17 carries, 176 yards, one touchdown vs. Purdue
Brooks jump-started the slothful Golden Gopher offense when he ran for a 71-yard touchdown early in the third quarter. He consistently slashed his way through the defense with every carry. He is fast and he hits the running lanes hard. Brooks is the spark that the offense needs to hopefully help turn Minnesota’s season around.
ACC
Premier Conference Performer
Dalvin Cook, RB Florida State (Sophomore)
22 carries, 222 yards, two touchdowns, three receptions, 47 yards and three touchdowns vs. Miami
Cook is the first Seminole running back to post two 200-yard games rushing in a season since Greg Allen in 1981. With 6:44 left in the game, he rushed for a 23-yard touchdown to put the game away 29-24. He cut through the defense like a knife through hot butter with his ability to cut on a dime and blow by defenders. What made his performance even more incredible is that he did this on a sore hamstring. The injury had him questionable through the week, but he suited up and dealt with the pain. He tweaked the hamstring after a 35-yard run in the second quarter. The injury didn’t stop him as he continued to gash through Miami’s defense.
Rising
Wayne Gallman, RB Clemson (Sophomore)
13 carries, 115 yards, two touchdowns vs. Georgia Tech
Gallman rushed for his third straight 100-yard game as Clemson made short work of Georgia Tech. He led the charge when he rushed for a 66-yard touchdown run on the third play of the game. The flood gates opened after that run and Clemson poured it on the Yellow Jackets. He also scored on a short yardage touchdown later in the first quarter.
Stacy Coley, WR Miami (Junior)
Seven catches, 139 yards, one touchdown vs. Florida State
Coley caught a critical 29-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter to give the Hurricanes the lead. While accounting for 34.3 percent of Miami’s passing offense, Coley demonstrated the ability create separation and get open against tough coverage.
Brad Kaaya, QB Miami (Sophomore)
29/49, 405 yards, three touchdowns vs. Florida State
Moxie, poise, toughness are all terms that could be used to describe Kaaya’s performance against the Seminoles. He was dealing. He limited his mistakes and was able to make the big plays when he needed too. He passed for over 400-yards for the first time in his career, while posting a 148.8 QB rating.
Falling
Matthew Dayes, RB North Carolina State (Junior)
14 carries, 66 yards, three receptions, zero yards vs. Virginia Tech
Dayes had a rough day. Virginia Tech’s defense played the run tough by not allowing Dayes to get much going on the ground. The Wolfpack was playing from behind most of the game. The game script insisted that the offense do away with the run. This curtailed his opportunities which affected his production.
Joseph Yearby, RB Miami (Sophomore)
15 carries, 33 yards, three receptions, 15 yards vs. Florida State
The Seminole defense was stout against the run game and Yearby’s production suffered. He couldn’t find any rushing lanes as the defense would often swallow him up before he could find any daylight. Miami upped their passing volume once they figured out the running game wasn’t going to work, which diminished Yearby’s opportunities.
Canaan Severin, WR Virginia (Senior)
Three catches, 50 yards, one touchdown vs. Pittsburgh
Severin struggled to get open causing his quarterback not to target him. He showed promise earlier in the year when Virginia nearly upset Notre Dame, but since then he has been a letdown.
Freshman Spotlight
Deon Cain, WR Clemson (Freshman)
Five catches, 96 yards vs. Georgia Tech
Cain led the team in receiving yards and receptions. This was the first game where we got an extensive look at what he can do on the football field. The Tigers were ahead most of the game, which allowed them to experiment with him. He produced. He displayed good hands and good route running ability for a freshman.
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