Six Football Recruits Plan Visits to Alabama in April

April 3: Eric Karner (Purdue Commit)

The 6-foot-5, 220-pound prospect out of Immaculate Conception in Elmhurst, Ill. is ranked as the No. 34 tight end in the nation and the No. 17 junior in the state, per 247 Sports. Karner commited to Purdue on March 7.

What stands out:

Excellent blocking on runs and passes
Can line up out wide
Size and length makes him a mismatch for defensive backs

April 5: Mike Matthews

The 6-foot-1, 180-pound prospect out of Parkview High School in Lilburn, Ga., is ranked as the consensus No. 3 wide receiver in the nation, the No. 2 junior in the state and the No. 8 player in the country, per On3 Recruiting.

What stands out:

Has the speed to consistently get separation from defensive backs
Proficient on deep and over-the-middle routes, creating tons of yards after catches
Quick double moves

April 7: Carter Nelson

The 6-foot-4, 215-pound prospect out of Ainsworth High School, Neb., is ranked as the consensus No. 10 tight end in the nation and the No. 1 junior in the state, per On3 Recruiting.

What stands out:

Runs routes very well when lined up outside or inside
Elite blocker
Freakish athleticism and versatility

April 7: Ricardo Jones

The 6-foot-3, 190-pound prospect out of Northside High School in Warner Robins, Ga., is ranked as the consensus No. 9 safety in the nation and the No. 21 junior in the state, per On3 Recruiting.

What stands out:

Watches the quarterback like a hawk and is able to anticipate the location of the pass before it's being thrown
Downhill speed when coming for the running back or receivers running short routes
IQ of the game itself

April 10: William Satterwhite

The 6-foot-5, 295-pound prospect out of Archbishop Hoban High School in Akron, Ohio, is ranked as the consensus No. 16 interior offensive lineman and the No. 6 junior in the state, per On3 Recruiting.

What stands out:

Hand placement
Plays right tackle and guard
Consistently creates large gaps on the outside

April 14: Caedmon "Fox" Crader (Oregon Commit)

The 6-foot-6, 245-pound prospect out of Evergreen High School in Vancouver, Wash., is ranked as the No. 9 offensive tackle in the nation and the No. 1 junior in the state, per On3 Recruiting.

What stands out:

Blocks beyond the line of scrimmage, leading to pancakes
Explodes off the line of scimmage, eliminating any chance that the edge rusher reaches the backfield.
Counters edge rushers double moves with ease

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