On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine: New leader for CB Rodrick Pleasant

Gardena (Calif.) Junipero Serra four-star cornerback Rodrick Pleasant is set to announce his college commitment in less than two hours.

Among the contenders are Oregon, Boston College, USC, UCLA and Cal, but one school has emerged as the leader in the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine (RPM). After an expert pick in favor of Oregon from ScoopDuck.com insider Justin Hopkins, the Ducks hold a 67 percent chance of securing Pleasant’s commitment.

Pleasant is the No. 98 overall prospect and No. 9 cornerback in the 2023 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 7 player in California.

Rodrick Pleasant On3 Scouting Summary

The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Rodrick Pleasant:

“Versatile speedster who has a claim as the fastest prospect in the 2023 cycle. Set the California state record with a historic 10.14 second mark in the 100 meters in the state finals as a junior. Also ran an outstanding 20.40 second time in the 200 meters. One of the fastest prep sprinters in the nation. Has a smaller frame at 5-foot-10 and around 170 pounds. Plays all over the field at Gardena Serra, but most likely projects as a cornerback long-term.

“Has the speed to stick in the hip pocket of wide receivers on Friday nights. Also shows excellent makeup speed when out of phase in the camp setting. A willing tackler as a run defender. A threat to score anytime the ball is in his hands as a receiver or kick returner. Lacks some length for the position with a neutral wing-span and will need to show he can make plays on the ball in contested situations.”