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| 4 | 32 | 1 |
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Offensive tackle
Indianapolis, Indiana
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Indianapolis, Indiana
Plainfield
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- Ht:6'5"verified
- Wt:284 lbsverified
- 40:5.44 secsverified
- Bench Max:340
- Squat Max:520
- Shuttle:4.88verified
- Vertical:21 inches
- GPA:4.27
- ACT:29
- Class:2010 (High School)
- - data verified (events)
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College Choices
| School | Interest | Offer | Visit | Recruited by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | COMMITTED (04/22/2009) | Offered | 11/14/2009 | Sam Pittman |
| Duke | None | Offered | None | Florida | None | Offered | None |
| Georgia | None | Offered | None | Indiana | None | Offered | None |
| Mississippi State | None | Offered | None | John Hevesy | Notre Dame | None | Offered | None |
| Ohio State | None | Offered | None | Purdue | None | Offered | None | Mark Hagen |
| Tennessee | None | Offered | None |
Scouting Report on James Hurst
How we scouted: Film footage, Camp settingby Barry Every - 08/13/2009- Speed
- Size
- Strength
- Agility
- Foot Quickness
On the Hoof: Has wide shoulders and long arms on a well-proportioned frame that can hold at least another 20 pounds.
Needs Improvement: Needs to work on getting into is pass set quicker and moving his feet after contact.
Most Impressive: He is one of the toughest and meanest linemen in the country. He thinks nothing of using his hands as battering rams and smashing any spot on the opponent's body.
Conclusion: North Carolina has been known for producing defensive lineman and this may be the most high-profile offensive lineman it has signed in 20 years. Linemen take longer to develop, but expect to see Hurst with meaningful playing time by his second fall.
Needs Improvement: Needs to work on getting into is pass set quicker and moving his feet after contact.
Most Impressive: He is one of the toughest and meanest linemen in the country. He thinks nothing of using his hands as battering rams and smashing any spot on the opponent's body.
Conclusion: North Carolina has been known for producing defensive lineman and this may be the most high-profile offensive lineman it has signed in 20 years. Linemen take longer to develop, but expect to see Hurst with meaningful playing time by his second fall.
Barry Every is a Football Recruiting Analyst for Rivals.com. He has worked in the recruiting offices for Mark Richt at the University of Georgia, Bobby Bowden at Florida State University and Mack Brown at the University of North Carolina
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