Biggest risers in the updated On300 for 2024

The most recent update of the 2024 On300 features some major shakeups after wrapping up junior season evaluations for the class. The newest version of the On300 has several new faces at the top and a very different-looking top of the class overall.

Here’s more on those latest risers in this update:

Five-star OT Jonathan Daniels

School: Pine Forest (Pensacola, Fla.)
On300 Ranking: No. 9 (up from No. 47)

Jonathan Daniels was a top performer at the All-American Bowl Combine in San Antonio in January following a dominant junior season on Florida’s Gulf Coast. The 6-foot-5, 287-pounder is well-built with long arms, agile, fleet of foot, and plays with a mauling style. On tape, Daniels is explosive out of his stance and plays with a low center of gravity with choppy feet, and during live competition played with a strong foundation. The Sunshine State product moved up 42 spots in the top 10. Florida State is the early favorite over Auburn and Georgia on On3’s Recruiting Prediction Machine.

Four-star DL Dominick McKinley

School: Acadiana (Lafayette, La.)
On300 Ranking: No. 14 (Previously unranked)

Dominick McKinley burst onto the scene after turning in a strong season at Louisiana powerhouse Lafayette (La.) Acadiana as a junior. The 6-foot-7, 285-pounder with sub-4.8 speed piled up 86 tackles, 10 sacks and 18 TFL in the middle and working along the edge. McKinley possesses fantastic length and even better closing speed, and was a force defending in the trenches last season. McKinley vaulted up from the unranked to No. 14 overall. LSU holds the early edge over Texas on the RPM.

Four-star OT Josiah Thompson

School: Dillon (Dillon, SC)
On300 Ranking: No. 19 (up from No. 92)

South Carolina four-star OT Josiah Thompson was a major stock-up candidate as the athletic lineman set the tone for the Dillon (SC) offense. The 6-foot-6, 280-pounder has prototypical size and length for the position paired with nimble feet. Thompson flashes with the ability to move defenders off the ball and drive to the second level, as well as block in space, which helped him slide up 73 spots into the top 20 in the country. The in-state Gamecocks are trending on the RPM with one of the nation’s best.

Four-star DL Benedict Umeh

School: Avon Old Farms (Avon, Conn.)
On300 Ranking: No. 24 (Previously unranked)

Canada native Benedict Umeh made a massive move from the unranked into the top-25 nationally after a breakthrough campaign at Avon (Conn.) Old Farms. The 6-foot-5, 240-pounder worked largely off the edge, flashing initial first-step quickness for a defensive lineman that projects long-term inside. Umeh sets the edge and has a physical play style and crashes effectively to slow down the run. On tape, there are glimpses of even more athleticism, too, only adding to his upside on the interior.

Four-star WR Cam Coleman

School: Central (Phenix City, Ala.)
On300 Ranking: No. 20 (Previously unranked)

Wideout Cam Coleman is the next playmaker to come through the ranks at Alabama powerhouse Phenix City (Ala.) Central, and was recently among the top performers at the Under Armour stop in Atlanta. Coleman, who checks in almost 6-foo-3 and 180 pounds, is explosive out of his release and a gifted route-runner. Even more impressive is his ability to make catches away from his body, his overall range, and also to seamlessly beat defensive backs vertically. Auburn is leading the way on the RPM for Coleman

Four-star TE Caleb Odom

School: Carrollton (Carrollton, Ga.)
On300 Ranking: No. 38 (up from No. 112)

Peach State tight end Caleb Odom was among the biggest climbers in the updated On300 after jumping up 74 spots into the top 40 in the country. The 6-foot-6, 216-pound Odom is a hybrid receiver/tight end that can win with speed and also capitalize underneath with excellent hands and the ability to come away with contested catches. Odom is also impressive as a receiver after the catch, as well as a more than willing blocker, which we should see more of on Saturdays. He’s also impressed with his awareness on the field and polish as a receiver. Penn State is currently trending for Odom on the RPM.

Four-star LB Justin Williams

School: Oak Ridge (Conroe, Texas)
On300 Ranking: No. 39 (up from No. 104)

Linebacker Justin Williams is one of the nation’s best athletes at the position and was among the biggest risers in this 2024 On300. The District Defensive Player out of the Year out of Conroe (Texas) Oak Ridge in North Houston, Williams rose up 65 spots into the top 40 nationally as plagued opposing offensive play-callers much of last fall. The uber-athletic middle backer has special speed to get sideline to sideline and continuously flies to the ball. Williams reads and reacts at a high rate, and is a sure-tackler capable of providing some jaunting pops on occasion. The Texas linebacker has a knack for ripping balls loose and can be an effective pass-rush piece and is proven at clogging up running lanes. Oregon is the favorite early on the RPM for one of the nation’s best defenders.

Four-star QB Luke Kromenhoek – Florida State commit

School: Benedictine (Savannah, Ga.)
On300 Ranking: No. 59 (Previously unranked)

Florida State QB commit Luke Kromenhoek capped a stellar junior campaign with a Peach State 4A title and a massive leap in the rankings. Kromenhoek, who completed 65 percent of his passes for 31 touchdowns compared to three picks in 2022, ascended from the unranked to the top 60 nationally. The future Seminole excels with accuracy and touch on throws downfield, as well as timing. Kromenhoek effectively finds open receivers and attacks single coverage. The South Georgia passer buys time well in and outside the pocket, is very impressive throwing to his left and also his right, and is a threat to take off and run, too.

Four-star EDGE Danny Okoye

School: NOAH (Tulsa, Okla.)
On300 Ranking: No. 60 (up from No. 168)

Oklahoma’s No. 1 player Danny Okoye is another stock-up defensive player that had a statement season last year. The 6-foot-5, 230-pounder was a force with speed and power off the edge, showcasing a high motor that kept opposing offensive tackles off-centered for much of his season. Okoye can fly off the edge and has impressive closing speed, and is one of the more intriguing pass-rush prospects in this 2024 cycle. Oklahoma State is trending early on the RPM with the in-state EDGE, but look out for the SEC.

Four-star OT Fox Crader – Oregon commit

School: Evergreen (Vancouver, Wash.)
On300 Ranking: No. 72 (up from No. 146)

Oregon commit OT Fox Crader was another major mover in the new On300 as he jumped a whopping 146 spots into the top 75 in the country. Crader, who hails from the Pacific Northwest, grew into his frame as a junior playing in a 6-foot-6, 285-pound frame, and turning a corner and setting the temp at left tackle for Vancouver (Wash.) Evergreen. Crader is a first off the bus type of player, and in spite of size and length, is nimble and very mobile. The future Duck thrives off a physical style and run blocks at a high level. Crader’s ability to hold up in pass pro isn’t far off either, as one of several really intriguing tackles in this class.