Super Preps Class of '19: Five names you'll hear about next recruiting season

Meet staff writer Jim Paulsen's early list of high school juniors showing what it takes to be top recruiting gets a year from now.

December 20, 2017 at 4:14AM
Edina offensive lineman Quinn Carroll (75) is the top-ranked recruit in Minnesota from the class of 2019.
Edina offensive lineman Quinn Carroll (75) is the top-ranked recruit in Minnesota from the class of 2019. (Paul Klauda/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

A look at five likely candidates for the Super Preps class entering college in 2019.

Quinn Carroll, Edina

OT • 6-7, 290

Quinn Carroll, Edina football, jr., 2017-18 ORG XMIT: MIN1711201411176623
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

The top-ranked recruit in Minnesota for the Class of 2019. Nearly 30 Division I offers, most from Power Five Conference schools. Very physical, packs a punch and moves fluidly.

Bryce Benhart, Lakeville North

OT • 6-8, 285

(Paul Klauda/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Really started attracting interest last summer. His size is the big draw, but as a wrestler, he's developed intangibles — leverage, use of hands, playing in tight spaces — that set him apart.

David Roddy, Breck

QB • 6-5, 245

Breck School quarterback David Roddy practiced with his team Tuesday. ] ANTHONY SOUFFLE ï anthony.souffle@startribune.com Feature story on Breck School quarterback and top basketball player David Roddy who practiced with his team Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2017 in Golden Valley, Minn.
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

The size of a lineman with the athleticism and skills needed to play quarterback. Will have to chose between football and basketball, where he also has Division I offers.

Cole Kramer, Eden Prairie

QB • 6-1, 195

Cole Kramer, Eden Prairie football, jr., 2017-18
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Strong, accurate arm with above-average athletic ability. Terrific mobility in the pocket and enough speed to be effective as a runner. Getting Big Ten interest.

Treyton Welch, Buffalo

WR • 6-3, 195

Treyton Welch, Buffalo football, jr., 2017-18 ORG XMIT: MIN1711201411556627
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Has arguably the best hands in the state. Excellent size and body control allows him to high-point the ball and make circus catches. Runs well after the catch.

JIM PAULSEN


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