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Tulane Green Wave Signing Day Itinerary
7:00 AM
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Letters-of-Intent
7:00 AM
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2:00 PM
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Welcome to National Signing Day and the Signing Day Central on TulaneGreenwave.com. The information below will refresh automatically as new information arrives. Watch for new signees and links to videos, biographies, and headshots when they become available. The live blog below will keep you up-to-date with in-depth updates. During the day, there will be press conferences and other scheduled news, pay attention to the itinerary section for the times on those. As we get new videos, also check for updates in the video section.

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2:50 And here's the Press Conference with Head Coach CJ! Thanks to all who followed us, the football staff, the media staff and everyone who asked if i had gotten the Diet Coke out of my shirt yet... Looking forward to next year! #RollWave #RaiseTheBarIn2013 2:22Sorry everyone, i heard CBS's servers were down so we were unable to stream the live pressor. But not to worry! The awesome Video staff here will have the archived video up in no time! Check back in 15-20 minutes....

12:52 So things are finally winding down... I've totalled 2 cups of Joe and 3 Diet Cokes, i can only imagine the Football staff has had 1000 times that amount. Don't forget today at 2pm, Head Coach CJ will be addressing the media about today's signing Class. You can watch here or just follow us below. Until then, i'm in the middle of crossword waiting for more Signing Day news... Does anyone know a five-letter word for "Charming Woman"? "Nicole" won't fit... they clearly have things mixed up.

11:58 And let's take a moment from this special day, i mean it IS Hollywood week on American Idol, to welcome Leonard Davis to Tulane.

11:38 And things are winding down here in the Green Wave War Room. We have a total of 20 signees so far. 20!! And it's not even noon yet. Great Job Coach CJ and all of the staff. Meanwhile as we await our last few signees, @TUCoachCJ was lighting it up on the twitter-sphere. Let's take a look at his best tweets today in 140 characters or less...

8:30am "A big welcome to the Quinlan Carroll and his family from the 504, a West Banker! Bring that 350 power clean with you! #Tulane"
8:38 "Welcome to a fellow St. Charles alum, Luke Jackson from LaPlace! Bring that St. Charles letter jacket and swag with you!"
9:00 ""Ring my Bell" Eric Bell from Harvey is in and rollin with the Wave. We got another River Parrish standout! Welcome to #Tulane."
9:08 "The speed demon return specialist from the 504 is in! Welcome aboard Richard Allen, another national champion from John Curtis! #Tulane"
10:03 "Chris Taylor, the biggest, strongest, baddest man from Zachary High is in! #Tulane"

#RollWave #RaiseTheBar

11:00 The latest Green Wave Football member, let's give a big Green Wave welcome to Jason Stewart. As we scrounge up his bio, take a look at highlights from the New Orleans Native. I mean seriously, who wouldn't want to live in New Orleans and play for Tulane and Coach CJ? Let's be honest here....

10:58 Now we are talking! Just got our NLI from Kenneth Santa Marina! He's a 6-5, 320 offensive tackle from McDonogh 35! What a catch by Tulane! Good to have you Kenneth! That's a big guy

10:45 Gotta have someone to protect our backfield! Thank goodness we got an NLI from offensive lineman Chris Taylor, who weighs in at 315 pounds! Hey, I think we've eaten 315 pounds of food so far today! Good to have you Chris!

10:28 Cornerback Parry Nickerson from West Jefferson High School just sent us his NLI! Nothing like getting those hometown kids to join us here at Tulane! Welcome Parry!

10:26 Deep snapper, in my opinion, is one of the most undervalued positions on the football field. Have you ever tried it? It's not easy! That's why we got Michael Lizanich from Scottsdale, Ariz., to come to Tulane!

10:20 It's been quite on the home front for the last twenty minutes or so. BUT, this is shaping up to be a very nice class! Tulane fans should be excited about the future of Tulane football! Oh yeah, quick reminder...Chris Davenport is trading out the purple and gold for some Olive and Blue this year! Excited to have the big defensive tackle aboard!

9:58 Looks like we dipped into the talent pool down in Miami...we nabbed an NLI from cornerback William Townsend, a four year starter from Norland High School! Welcome William! I don't know about you, but my neck hurts from being hunched over updating this web page on my laptop. It's been non-stop this morning! Coach CJ, can i get a gift certificate to Massage Envy please?

9:53And to go along with Mr. Montana, you gotta have a guy who can snap the ball to him! Good thing we just got an NLI from Brandon Godfrey, a center from Kenner, La.!

9:51 Yeah, we know you know that we have Nick Montana coming in as a quarterback this upcoming season. We just wanted to let you know again. He's gonna be good! Check out his highlights

9:48 It's not even 10 o' clock, and we have 13 solid signees so far...I'd say that's pretty good...wouldn't you?

9:32 We can't keep enough paper in our fax machine over here at the Wilson Center! Coach CJ and company are on a roll. #RollWave (pun intended) We just got three NLIs from defensive end Ade Aruna, defensive tackle Eric Bell and cornerback Richard Allen!

9:20 Three more valid NLIs in for Brandon Godfrey, William Townsend & Sherman Badie. Until we get the bios posted, here are video highlights from Richard Allen

9:16 Many apologies! As i try and update, here are the latest Green Wave Football members! Ade Aruna, Eric Bell and Richard Allen! Are you following Coach CJ on Twitter?? If now, you definitely need to get on that... He's got some great commentary on all of the football signees as they come in.

8:47 Ok, just trying to update everyone as I am trying to keep up with the compliance office's quick and speedy fax machine... can be difficult but here are the latest signees: Tanzel Smart, Eric Thomas, and Mr. Funky, aka Sergio Medina. Welcome to Tulane! Bios to come as soon as i get the Diet Coke stains out of my shirt after spilling twice already this morning...

8:43 Greetings from the War Room

8:30 The Compliance Fax machine has been keeping warm and just received Luke Jackson's NLI. Luke is also from Coach CJ's high school, St. Charles Catholic HS, LaPlace, LA. As Coach CJ will tell you, "We've got 985 represented here in the State of Tulane!" #RollWave #RaiseTheBar

8:19 The Green Wave will be hangin' with Mr. Cooper next year. Welcome to Tulane Tristan!

8:12 Special update: Here is Mr. Quinlan Carroll's bio. Check out his video highlights

8:05 Without having a chance to finish this delicious breakfast Corey Olivier bought the Football staff, we've got three more NLIs! Eldrick Washington from Helen Cox HS in Harvey, LA, Mr. Quinlan Carroll from Belle Chasse HS in Belle Chasse, LA, and Tristan Cooper from HB Plant HS Tampa, FL. Stay tuned for their bios and video highlights!

7:45 As the musical stylings of Bob Marley trickles throughout the Green Wave War Room, thanks to our first signee Nico Marley we'd like to welcome our third signee, Jarrod Franklin from University Lab School in Baton Rouge, LA. Check out his Video highlights

7:25 And just moments away the second NLI has been received here in the Green Wave War Room. Welcome Tanner Lee to Tulane! And meanwhile in the Tulane War Room, Tight Ends coach David Johnson was the first coach in this morning and GA Kwahne Drake made the first cup of coffee. Also, dog pounds to the Wave Report's Guerry Smith who is joining us today in the War Room.

7:21 The first NLI is has a special "One Love" behind it. Nico Marley, the grandson of Reggae legend Bob Marley, has committed to Tulane. Read about Nico's Bright Future from Yahoo! Sports. And for your listening pleasure on this grand morning, a little Bob Marley....

7:15AM Greetings Green Wave Football fans! It's National Signing day and I, Nicole Cartier--your web extraordinaire-- will be here all day on the 0's and 1's providing you with the latest signing day updates. Of course, we'd like to give a big thanks everyone in the office today who has had their coffee and is alert and awake, especially the fax machine. And Signing Day in New Orleans wouldn't be complete without a King Cake--can you find the baby?? Stay tuned.... We've got your first NLI coming your way!

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Tulane Green Wave 2013 Tulane Signees List

PlayerPos.Ht.Wt.HometownHighlights
Nico MarleyLinebacker5-8180Weston, Fla.Highlights
Tanner LeeQuarterback6-4192Destrehan, La.Highlights
Jarrod FranklinCornerback5-11194Baton Rouge, La.Highlights
Eldrick WashingtonDefensive Tackle6-1240Harvey, La.Highlights
Quinlan CarrollDefensive End6-1216Belle Chasse, La. Highlights
Tristan CooperSafety6-0175Tampa, Fla. Highlights
Luke JacksonDefensive End6-2210Laplace La. Highlights
Tanzel SmartDefensive Tackle6-2290Baton Rouge La.highlights
Eric ThomasLinebacker5-9225Meraux, La. Highlights
Sergio MedinaLinebacker6-0220Boutte La. Highlights
Ade ArunaDefensive End6-6230La Porte, Ind.Highlights
Eric BellDefensive Tackle6-4245Harvey, La. Highlights
Richard AllenCornerback5-9167Metarie, La. Highlights
Brandon GodfreyCenter6-4255Kenner, La. Highlights
William TownsendCornerback6-0190Miami, Fla.Highlights
Sherman BadieRunning Back5-10190Metairie, La. Highlights
Parry NickersonCornerback5-11170Terrytown, La. Highlights
Chris TaylorOffensive Guard6-1315Baker, La. Highlights
Kenneth Santa MarinaOffensive Tackle6-5320New Orleans, La. Highlights
Jason StewartOffensive Guard6-4315New Orleans, La. Highlights
Leonard DavisDefensive Back6-0186Laplace, La. Highlights

UCF Knights 2013 Tulane Signee Bios
Nico Marley, Linebacker | Weston, Fla. | 5-8, 180 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 7:17

High School: Three-year letterman at Cypress Bay High for coach Mark Guandolo...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status from ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...ranked No. 82 safety in the country by 247Sports.com, the No. 167 defensive back by Scout.com and the No. 167 outside linebacker nationally by ESPN.com...received an 84 rating and listed as the No. 146 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com while garnering a 61 Scout Grade and ranking as the No. 294 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...helped lead the Lightning to a combined 31-10 overall record and a 12-1 district showing, a District 11-6A title as a sophomore, a District 11-6A championship as a senior, and three trips to the state playoffs...as a senior, named first-team all-state after posting 67 tackles, one interception and a fumble recovery...named linebacker MVP of the Al Golden Summer Camp in June 2012.

Tanner Lee, Quarterback | Destrehan, La. | 6-4, 192 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 7:23

High School: Three-year letterwinner at Jesuit High for coach Wayde Keiser...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status by ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...named No. 55 pro-style quarterback in the nation by 247Sports.com, the No. 83 pocket passer in the country by ESPN.com and the No. 137 quarterback by Scout.com...received a 69 Scout Grade and listed as the No. 52 recruit in the state by ESPN.com while earning an 82 rating and listing as the No. 53 prospect in the state by 247Sports.com...also listed as the No. 35 recruit in the state in the Times Picayune Nifty 50...helped guide the Blue Jays to a combined 30-8 overall record, a 9-3 showing in district play, three trips to the state playoffs and a District 9-5A title as a junior...for his career, completed 245-of-415 passes (.590) for 3,984 yards, 39 touchdowns and nine interceptions...as a senior, voted team captain while claiming named honorable-mention all-state while earning first-team all-metro and all-district recognition after completing 118-of-218 passes (.541) for 2,364 yards, 25 touchdowns and a pair of interceptions...named R&L Carriers Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club, SportsNOLA.com and WGSO Prep Player of the Week after completing 23-of-32 passes for a school-record 552 yards and seven touchdowns in a 56-49 win over Shaw on Sept. 17, 2012...also lettered three years in baseball where he helped the Blue Jays win the state championship as a sophomore...off the field, received the Louisiana American Italian Renaissance Foundation scholarship.

Jarrod Franklin, Cornerback | Baton Rouge, La. | 5-11, 194 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 7:35

High School: Two-year letterman at University Lab for coaches John Shoptau and Chad Mahaffey...rated a two-star recruit by ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...received a 79 rating, listed as the No. 77 recruit in the state and the No. 128 safety in the nation by 247Sports.com...also rated the No. 172 safety in the country by Scout.com...helped lead the Cubs to a combined 25-3 overall record, a pair of trips to the state playoffs and consecutive District 7-2A championships with unblemished 5-0 marks each year...as a senior, earned first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district honors after posting 113 tackles, three interceptions and nine pass break-ups...as a junior, named second-team all-state, first team all-district on defense and second-team all-district as a punt returner...also lettered three years in track and field in hurdles...off the field, was a member of the Food Bank Support Group and served as the Clothes Drive coordinator. Personal: Born Jarrod Michael Franklin on Nov. 21, 1994, in Jackson, Miss...son of Peregrin and Carla Franklin...has two brothers, Tyler and Hayden...grandfather, Percy Franklin Jr., played football at Southern while cousin, Todd White, played football at Virginia...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Houston, Memphis, North Texas and South Alabama.

Eldrick Washington III, Defensive Tackle | Harvey, La. | 6-1, 240 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 7:55

High School: Four-year letterman at Helen Cox High for coach Willie Brooks...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status by ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...earned an 85 rating and rated the No. 47 strong-side defensive end in the country and No. 41 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com while receiving a 67 Scout Grade and rating as the No. 132 defensive in nation and the No. 59 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...helped lead the Cougars to a combined 14 wins and an appearance in the state playoffs as a sophomore...earned first-team all-District 9-4A honors in each of his prep seasons...as a senior, tallied 60 tackles, seven sacks and an interception...also lettered in track and field where he finished third in the Class 4A in the discus and was named Outstanding Field Performer at the Class 3A Region III championship after winning the shot and discus.

Quinlan Carroll, Defensive End. | Belle Chasse, La. | 6-1, 216 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 8:00

High School: Two-year letterman at Belle Chasse High where he played defensive line and linebacker for coach Clint Harrison...named a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status from ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...received a 68 Scout Grade, listed as the No. 53 recruit in the state and the No. 138 outside linebacker in the country by ESPN.com while earning a 76 rating, listing as the No. 113 prospect in the state and being tabbed the No. 181 linebacker in the nation by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Cardinals to a combined 10-10 record with a trip to the state playoffs as a junior...as a senior, named second-team all-District 4-3A...also lettered three years in track and field where he was a state qualifier in the javelin...off the field, was a member of the honor roll. Personal: Born Quinlan Francis Carroll on May 27, 1995, in New Orleans, La...son of Curtis and Juliana Carroll...has one sister, Roshone...proposed major is chemical engineering...chose Tulane over Louisiana-Lafayette, Minnesota and North Texas.

Tristan Cooper, Safety | Tampa, Fla. | 6-0, 175 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 8:04

High School: Two-year varsity letterwinner played two seasons at University Lab in Baton Rouge, La., before transferring to Plant High where he saw time at wide receiver, cornerback and return specialist for coach Robert Weiner...rated a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...received a 78 rating and is listed as the No. 149 athlete in the country by 247Sports.com...helped Plant go 10-2 overall, 3-1 in District 6-8A with a trip to the state semifinals while guiding University Lab to a 12-1 overall mark with a District 7-2A crown as a junior...in his lone season with the Panthers, hauled in 21 passes for 470 yards on offense, tallied three pass break-ups and a fumble recovery on defense, and returned seven punts for 36 yards and three kickoffs for 96 yards and a touchdown on special teams...tallied a career-best five catches for 127 yards vs Robinson in the 2012 regular-season finale...named first-team all-district as a defensive back as a junior at University Lab.

Luke Jackson, Defensive End | Laplace, La. | 6-2, 210 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 8:24

High School: Four-year letterman at St. Charles Catholic high for coach Frank Monica...rated a two-star recruit by ESPN.com, Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...named No. 133 defensive end in the nation by ESPN.com and the No. 156 outside linebacker in the country by 247Sports.com...received a 64 Scout Grade and listed as the No. 62 recruit in the state by ESPN.com while claiming a 78 rating and listing as the No. 85 prospect in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Comets to a combined 48-7 overall record, a 21-2 mark in District 9-2A play, back-to-back district titles with a perfect 5-0 league record his final two prep seasons and a state title as a junior...as a senior, named first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district while claiming River Parish and L'Observateur Defensive Player of the Year honors after posting 68 tackles, 13 sacks, a fumble recovery and a safety...also named to Clarion Herald Elite Football Team and earned a spot in the River Parish/Bayou All-Star Game...as a junior, claimed all-district recognition after posting 45 tackles, 16 sacks among 26 tackles for loss, and an interception...recorded 12 stops as a sophomore...also earned lettered four times in swimming, where he was named all-state and all-district each year and set a state record in the Division III 200 medley relay, and once in track and field. Personal: Born Luke Matthew Jackson on Feb. 22, 1995, in Metairie, La...son of Bob and Lisa Jackson...has one brother, Joshua, and one sister, Elizabeth...uncle, David, played football at Tulane from 1980-83...proposed major is accounting.

Tanzel Smart, Defensive Tackle | Baton Rouge, La. | 6-2, 290 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 8:36

High School: Three-year letterman at Scotlandville High for coach Richard Oliver...rated a three-star recruit by Rivals.com and 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status by Scout.com...received an 82 rating and is listed as the No. 81 defensive tackle in the country and the No. 55 prospect in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Hornets to a combined 13 wins, including a trip to the state playoffs as a sophomore...as a senior, named first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district while claiming Baton Rouge Metro and District 4-5A Defensive MVP honors after posting 54 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, five sacks and three blocked field goals...also selected to play in the 11th Annual U.S. Army Red Stick Bowl...named to all-district team as a junior. Personal: Born Tanzel E. Smart, Jr., on Nov. 6, 1994, in Baton Rouge, La...son of Lewanna Ventress...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Memphis, North Texas and Texas-San Antonio.

Eric Thomas, Linebacker | Meraux, La. | 5-9, 225 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 8:44

High School: Three-year letterman at John Curtis Christian High for coach J.T. Curtis...rated a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com... listed as No. 69 middle linebacker in the nation by Scout.com while receiving a 74 rating, ranking as the No. 122 inside linebacker in the country claiming No. 125 recruit status in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Patriots to a combined 40-2 overall record with three District 10-2A titles with consecutive 6-0 showings, state titles his final two prep seasons, a runner-up finish as a sophomore and a national championship as a senior...as a senior, named honorable-mention all-state and garnered first-team all-metro and all-district recognition after posting 72 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, six sacks, two pass break-ups and a forced fumble...recorded 92 stops, 10 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, two pass break-ups, one forced fumble and a blocked field goal as a junior...block came in the 2011 state semifinals when he tallied 12 tackles, four sacks, two tackles for loss in a 38-6 win over Evangel to earn Papa John's Voodoo Prep Athlete of the Week honors...as a sophomore, had 30 tackles, one tackle for loss, a forced fumble and a pass break-up...also lettered in track and field where he was a member of three outdoor and two indoor state championship teams, earned all-metro honors and posted the second-longest shot put throw in the city (57-8.5). Personal: Born Eric Thomas, Jr., on May 4, 1995, in New Orleans, La...son of Eric and Tracey Thomas...has one brother, Cody...father, Eric Sr., played football at Grambling State...proposed majors are business and finance.

Sergio Medina, Linebacker | Boutte, La. | 6-0, 220 | Video | Bio | Signed: Time: 8:49

High School: Four-year letterman at Hahnville High where he played running back and linebacker for coaches Lou Valden and Llen Michael...rated a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...received a 78 rating, listed as the No. 82 recruit in the state and the No. 143 safety in the country by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Tigers to a combined 32-17 overall record and a 18-3 district record with three trips to the state playoffs, a District 6-5A title as a freshman and a District 8-5A championship as a senior...as a senior, claimed Offensive MVP from the district and Offensive Player of the Year from the Herald-Guide after running for 1,047 yards and 15 touchdowns after playing the final six games of the year on offense while posting 61 tackles, five tackles for loss, two sacks with an interception return for a touchdown on defense...also named first-team all-state and claimed game MVP recognition from The Great American Rivalry Game organization after running for 240 yards and four touchdowns, including the game-winning score in overtime, in a 47-44 win over Destrehan...as a junior, earned all-district after tallying four interceptions and a pair of sacks. Personal: Born Sergio Andres Medina on Jan. 29, 1995, in New Orleans, La...son of Raul Medina ad Stephanie DeSoto...undecided on major...chose Tulane over North Texas.

Ade Aruna, Defensive End | La Porte, Ind. | 6-6, 230 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:00

High School: One-year letterman at La Lumiere for coach Art Walker...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status by Rivals.com and Scout.com...received an 85 rating and is listed as the No. 48 strong-side defensive end in the nation and the No. 12 prospect in the state by 247Sports.com...also listed as the No. 183 defensive end in the country by Scout.com...helped lead the Lakers to their first winning season in over a decade with a 5-4 record in his lone prep season on the gridiron...as a senior, tallied 83 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, eight sacks, three fumble recoveries, two forced fumbles and a pass break-up on defense while catching two passes for 35 yards and a score on offense and kicking off six times for 163 yards and a pair of touchbacks on special teams...scored 15 points in 2012 with touchdowns via reception and fumble return, and a trio of PATs...played two seasons of basketball at Central Park Christian School in Birmingham, Ala., before transferring to La Lumiere for the 2012-13 academic year. Personal: Born Adetarami B. Aruna on April 27, 1994, in Nigeria, Africa...son of Chris and Cynthia Monroe...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Indiana, Mississippi State, North Carolina State, Rutgers, Southern Miss, Tulsa and UAB.

Eric Bell, Defensive Tackle | Harvey, La. | 6-4, 245 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:00

High School: Four-year letterman at West St. John High where he played both offensive and defensive line for coach Robert Valdez...named a two-star recruit by ESPN.com, Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...tabbed the No. 70 weak-side defensive end in the nation by 247Sports.com, the No. 131 defensive end in the country by ESPN.com and the No. 173 end by Scout.com...received a 67 Scout Grade and listed as the No. 57 recruit in the state by ESPN.com while claiming an 80 rating and the 165 prospect in the state by 247Sports.com...also listed as the No. 48 recruit in the state in the Times Picayune Nifty 50...helped lead the Rams to a combined 34-19 overall record, a 17-2 showing in District 9-1A action, four trips to the state playoffs - including a title-game appearance as a junior - and back-to-back 5-0 district titles his final two prep seasons...as a senior, claimed all-state, all-metro and all-district honors after posting 47 tackles, six sacks among 17 tackles for loss, and four forced fumbles...as a junior, named honorable-mention all-district. Personal: Born Eric L. Bell on Aug. 10, 1994, in Houma, La...son of Kim and Erica Merrick...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Memphis, Minnesota, North Texas and ULM.

Richard Allen, Cornerback | Metairie, La. | 5-9, 167 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:08

High School: Four-year letterman at John Curtis Christian School for coach J.T. Curtis...named a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status from ESPN.com, Rivals.com and Scout.com...tabbed No. 116 and No. 132 cornerback in the nation by ESPN.com and 247Sports.com, respectively...received an 80 rating and listed as the No. 67 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com while claiming a 68 Scout Grade and the No. 55 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...helped lead the Patriots to a combined 53-3 record, an unblemished 25-0 mark in District 10-2A play, four consecutive district titles, four straight appearances in the state championship game, state titles in his final two prep seasons and a national championship as a senior...for his career, tallied 110 tackles, 32 pass break-ups, 11 interceptions and a pair of fumble recoveries on defense while returning 23 punts for 576 yards (25.0 avg.) and 11 kickoffs for 309 yards (28.1 avg.) on special teams and scoring a combined nine touchdowns...as a senior, named second-team Max Preps Small Schools All-American while claiming first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district honors after tallying 34 tackles, 1.0 tackles for loss, 16 pass break-ups and five interceptions while returning 16 punt returns for 474 yards and five kickoff returns for 180 yards to score a combined five touchdowns...as a junior, recorded 32 tackles, four interceptions and 12 pass break-ups while returning six punts for 81 yards and four kickoffs for 84 yards en route to three scores and earning first-team all-district recognition...had 35 tackles, two interceptions, four pass break-ups and a fumble recovery while returning a punt for 21 yards and two kickoffs for 45 yards...as a freshman, recorded nine tackles and a fumble recovery...also lettered in track and field where he was a member of three outdoor and two indoor state championship teams, the Division II 4x200 relay champions as a sophomore and junior, and posted the top indoor 55-yard dash (6.52) in the nation as a junior...off the field, was a member of the National Honor Society, A-Honor Roll, Math Club, Interact Club and Jefferson Chamber Youth Leadership Program...named to 2012 LHSAA All-State Academic Football Composite Team and won the 2012 Bausch & Lomb Science Award. Personal: Born Richard Joseph Allen, II, on Nov. 6, 1994, in Metairie, La...son of Rick Allen and Frazilia Wiggins...proposed major is chemistry...chose Tulane over Northwestern, Stanford and Vanderbilt.

Brandon Godfrey, Center | Kenner, La. | 6-4, 255 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:24

High School: Three-year letterman at John Curtis where he saw time at center and left tackle for coach J.T. Curtis...rated a three-star recruit by Rivals.com while garnering two-star status by Scout.com and 247Sports.com...listed as No. 32 center in the country by Scout.com and the No. 137 guard nationally by 247Sports.com...received a 76 rating and listed as the No. 112 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Patriots to a combined 40-2 overall record with three District 10-2A titles with consecutive 6-0 showings, state titles his final two prep seasons, a runner-up finish as a sophomore and a national championship as a senior...as a senior, named first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district...claimed honorable-mention all-state as well as first-team all-metro and all-district distinction as a junior. Personal: Born Brandon M. Godfrey on April 13, 1994, in New Orleans, La...son of Jerry and Kathy Godfrey...has one brother, Jerry, who played at Tulane from 1996-99...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Marshall and Memphis.

Sherman Badie, Running Back | Metairie, La. | 5-10, 190 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:24

High School: Four-year letterman at John Curtis Christian School where he played running back, linebacker and defensive back for coach J.T. Curtis...named a three-star recruit by ESPN.com, Rivals.com and 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status from Scout.com...tabbed No. 17 all-purpose running back in the nation by 247Sports.com, the No. 132 running back in the country by ESPN.com and the No. 137 back by Scout.com...received an 87 rating and listed as the No. 32 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com while claiming a 71 Scout Grade and the No. 47 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...also listed as the No. 20 recruit in the state in the Times Picayune Nifty 50...helped lead the Patriots to a combined 53-3 record, an unblemished 25-0 mark in District 10-2A play, four consecutive district titles, four straight appearances in the state championship game, state titles in his final two prep seasons and a national championship as a senior...for his career, ran 171 times for 2,146 yards (12.5 avg.) and 37 touchdowns, caught 12 passes for 330 yards (27.5 avg.) and two scores on offense, tallied 75 tackles, two pass break-ups, one interception, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery on defense, and returned six kickoffs for 188 yards (31.3 avg.) and a touchdown on special teams...scored 244 career points, including a pair of two-point conversions...claimed first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district honors as both a junior and senior and was named District Offensive Player of the Year both seasons...as a senior, ran for 814 yards and 16 touchdowns on 69 carries (11.8 avg.), caught nine passes for 292 yards (32.4 avg.) and two scores...as a junior, tallied 1,239 yards and 19 touchdowns on 87 totes (14.2 avg.), hauled in three passes for 38 yards (12.7 avg.), totaled five tackles and returned two kickoffs for 34 yards (17.0 avg.)...played mostly defense as a sophomore when he tallied 70 tackles, while returning four kickoffs for 154 yards (38.5 avg.) - including a 75-yard touchdown - and carried twice for 34 yards (17.0 avg.)...ran 13 times for 57 yards (4.4 avg.) and two scores as a freshman...also lettered in track and field where he was a member of three outdoor and two indoor state championship teams, the Division II 4x200 relay champions as a sophomore and junior, and posted a Top-100 indoor national time in the 55-yard dash (6.48) as a junior. Personal: Born Sherman E. Badie on Jan. 3, 1995, in New Orleans, La...son of Shandrica Badie...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Arkansas State, Memphis, Minnesota, North Texas, South Alabama and ULM.

William Townsend, Cornerback | Miami, Fla. | 6-0, 190 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:24

High School: Four-year letterman at Norland High for coach Daryle Heidelburg...rated a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...received a 70 rating while ranking as the No. 208 safety in the country and the No. 401 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Vikings to a combined 41-11 overall record, a 10-2 showing in District 16-5A play, four trips to the state playoffs, a state championship as a junior and a runner-up showing as a sophomore...as a senior, earned honorable-mention all-state and third-team all-county honors after posting four interceptions...as a junior, had 39 tackles, eight pass break-ups and two interceptions...recorded six tackles as a freshman...also lettered three years in track and field...off the field, was a member of the Heritage Panel, Teen Court, Sigma Beta and Mu Alpha Theta while earning Superior Achievement in Biology and Academic Excellent Computer for College Careers. Personal: Born William Alexander Townsend, Jr., on Aug. 23, 1994, in Hialeah, Fla...son of Nadine Cayemitte...has one brother, James, and two sisters: Camisa and Christien...proposed major is sports medicine...chose Tulane over Louisiana-Lafayette and Southern Miss.

Parry Nickerson, Cornerback | Terrytown, La. | 5-11, 170 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 9:45

High School: Three-year letterman at West Jefferson High for coach Marcus Scott...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status from Rivals.com and Scout.com...received an 81 rating, rated the No. 60 recruit in the state and the No. 114 corner in the nation by 247Sports.com...also listed as the No. 44 recruit in the state in the Times Picayune Nifty 50...named first-team all-district his final two prep seasons...helped lead the Buccaneers to a combined 20-13 overall record with three trips to the state playoffs and a District 9-5A title as a sophomore and senior...named first-team all-district in his final two prep seasons...as a senior, named first-team all-state and all-metro after posting 59 tackles, 16 pass break-ups and five interceptions...also lettered in track and field. Personal: Born Parry J. Nickerson on Oct. 11, 1994, in New Orleans, La...son of Parry Faulgout and Tansy Nickerson...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Cincinnati.

Christopher Taylor, Offensive Guard | Baker, La. | 6-1, 315 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 10:02

High School: Three-year letterman at Zachary High for coach Neil Weiner...rated a four-star recruit by ESPN.com while garnering three-star status from Rivals.com and 247Sports.com, and two-star status from Scout.com...ranked the No. 8 offensive guard in the country by ESPN.com, No. 38 at the position by Rivals.com, No. 73 by 247Sports.com and No. 102 by Scout.com...listed No. 190 in the ESPN 300 while receiving an 83 Scout Grade and listing as the No. 8 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...rated the No. 37 prospect in the state by Rivals.com and received an 82 rating and listed as the No. 57 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com...also listed as the No. 39 recruit in the state in the Times Picayune Nifty 50...helped the Broncos tally a 22-12-1 overall record, an 11-7 mark in district play, three trips to the state playoffs and a share of the District 4-5A title as a junior...named first-team all-district and all-metro in each of his final two prep seasons...claimed first-team all-state honors as a senior and honorable-mention all-state recognition as a junior...also lettered four years in weight lifting, helping Zachary win state titles each year. Personal: Born Christopher D. Taylor on Dec. 18, 1994, in Baton Rouge, La...son of Benjamin and Darline Taylor, father, Benjamin, played football at Southern...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Louisiana Tech, Memphis, North Texas and ULM.

Kenneth Santa Marina, Offensive Tackle | New Orleans, La. | 6-5, 320 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 10:02

High School: Three-year letterman at McDonogh 35 High for coach Wayne Reese...rated a three-star recruit by ESPN.com, Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...rated the No. 23 offensive guard in the country by Scout.com, the No. 30 guard in the nation by 247Sports.com, the No. 34 offensive tackle by Rivals.com and the No. 52 tackle by ESPN.com...received an 88 rating and listed as the No. 18 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com while earning a 77 Scout Grade and rating as the No. 33 prospect in the state by ESPN.com...also named the No. 24 offensive tackle in the nation by Tom Lemming, the No. 32 prospect in the state in the Times Picayune's Top 40 Blue Chip List, and the state's No. 22 overall recruit by Rivals.com...helped lead the Roneagles to a combined 23-16 overall record, a 10-5 mark in district play and three trips to the state playoffs...named first-team all-state, all-metro and all-district in each of his prep seasons. Personal: Born Kenneth Santa Marina, Jr., on March 8, 1994, in New Orleans, La...son of Kenneth Santa Marina, Sr...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky, Louisiana Tech, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Nebraska and Utah ...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Louisiana Tech, Memphis, North Texas and ULM.

Jason Stewart, Offensive Guard | New Orleans, La. | 6-4, 315 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 11:00

High School: Four-year letterman at Warren Easton Fundamental High for coach Tony Hull...rated a three-star recruit by ESPN.com while garnering two-star status from Rivals.com, Scout.com and 247Sports.com...ranked the No. 104 offensive guard in the nation by ESPN.com, No. 108 by 247Sports.com and No. 124 by Scout.com...received a 70 Scout Grade and listed as the No. 48 recruit in the state by ESPN.com while earning a 78 rating and listing as the No. 87 recruit in the state by 247Sports.com...helped lead the Eagles to a combined 17 wins with three trips to the state playoffs...named first-team all-District 10-4A in each of his final three prep seasons...as a senior, named first-team all-state. Personal: Born Jason L. Stewart on March 20, 1995, in New Orleans, La...son of Lakethia Stewart...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Louisiana-Lafayette, North Texas, Southern Miss and TCU.

Leonard Davis, Defensive Back | Laplace, La. | 6-, 186 | Video | Bio | Signed Time: 12:08

High School: Four-year letterman at East St. John High where he played quarterback and defensive back for coaches Phil Banko and Larry Dauterive...rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com while garnering two-star status by Rivals.com and Scout.com...received an 82 rating, listed as the No. 59 recruit in the state and the No. 100 safety in the nation by 247Sports.com...also listed as No. 170 safety in the nation by Scout.com...helped lead the Wildcats to a combined 29-16-1 overall record with a 15-5 mark in district play...as a senior, claimed honorable-mention all-state and first-team All-District 8-5A recognition...selected to play in the Bayou/River Showdown All-Star Game and earned River MVP distinction after throwing for 107 yards and running for another 59...named River Parish Player of the Week by the Times Picayune on Oct. 23, 2012, after throwing for two touchdowns and running for three scores on offense while posting four tackles - including a safety - and a pair of pass break-ups on defense, and recording five tackles as the deep snapper on special teams...as a junior, posted 67 tackles, two fumble recoveries and an interception en route to earning all-district honors. Personal: Born Leonard E. Davis on Aug. 7, 1994, in New Orleans, La...son of Ericka Davis...undecided on major...chose Tulane over Louisiana-Lafayette, Louisiana Tech, Southern Miss and Vanderbilt.

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