Football Recruiting: Taking a Look at Who's Left for 2012

Taking a look at some of the top players remaining in the 2012 class

Aaron Burbridge - Farmington Hills Harrison
Burbridge is the top offensive player in the state for the 2012 class, and for good reason. Since arriving at Harrison, Burbridge has been a force on both sides of the ball. According to Rivals.com, Burbridge is a four star recruit and is considering offers from instate Michigan and Michigan State as well as Notre Dame and Ohio State to go along with a few others. Ohio State’s chances are likely dashed because of recent violations the Buckeyes had under former coach Jim Tressel.

Ron Thompson - Southfield
Thompson is a three star recruit, and is currently mulling over offers from Vanderbilt, Syracuse, Michigan, and Indiana as well a few MAC schools. Thompson is considered to be one of the top remaining 2012 prospects in the state and should continue to pick up offers well into the fall. According to Rivals, Thompson is a three star player. Thompson’s 6-foot-4 210 frame would likely fit in nicely with all of the above teams at a number of positions.

Brandon Watkins - Southfield
Watkins, also a three star recruit according to Rivals has the speed (4.41 40 yard dash) and athleticism to play just about anywhere on the field at the next level. He likely fit’s the bill playing somewhere in the secondary with his 5-11 185 frame. He has received offers from Iowa, Toledo and Bowling Green, but much like his teammate he will likely receive offers throughout his senior season.

Leviticus Payne - Southfield
Payne is yet another three star recruit coming from Southfield and will figure to stay at the cornerback position when he makes. He’s a bit undersized at 5-9, but his athleticism is something that can’t be overlooked, reportedly running a 4.56 40 yard dash and a 33 inch vertical according to Rivals. He has received offers from Iowa, Bowling Green, Cincinnati, Toledo and a few more from MAC schools.


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