The 2022 On3 Consensus 5-star prospects at the start of December

On3 updated its On3 Consensus ratings Wednesday, which is a second-to-none tool in the recruiting industry. Unlike other consensus ratings, the On3 Consensus weight each of the four major recruiting services evenly and gradually increases the number of five-stars and four-star recruits as evaluators learn more about each recruit and obtain more data.

Each cycle will finish with 32 five-star recruits and 418 four-star recruits. There are 32 prospects currently awarded five-star grades in the 2022 On3 Consensus rankings. With the early signing period starting in two weeks, here are the players that currently hold that honor.

1. CB Travis Hunter (99.200)
Suwanee (Ga.) Collins Hill – Florida State commit
“The rare prospect with five-star ability on both sides of the ball as a cornerback and wide receiver. The most impactful non-quarterback in high school football as a junior and senior. Also among the best players we’ve ever seen on the 7-on-7 circuit. Possesses transcendent ball skills with the ability to high-point and make catches in traffic at an alarmingly high rate. A highly instinctual ballhawk at cornerback with the ability to read quarterbacks and receivers and jump routes. A high volume target at receiver who is capable of winning at all levels with route-running quickness and savvy to go with the elite ball skills. Also, a fierce competitor who elevates the play of teammates.” – Charles Power

2. DL Walter Nolen (98.500)
Powell (Tenn.) High –  Texas A&M commit
“Large-framed interior defensive lineman with rare movement skills and athleticism at over 6-foot-4 and 340 pounds. Has continued to add size, growing over an inch and adding 40 pounds from his junior to senior years. Among the more athletic nose tackle prospects in several cycles. A truly dominant prospect in camp settings. Proved unblockable against top offensive linemen at Under Armour’s Future 50 camp prior to his senior season. Has top-notch first-step quickness with the ability to translate speed to power as an interior pass rusher. Pairs his considerable quickness with violent hands and upper body strength at the point of attack. Already has some pass rush moves in his repertoire aside from a bull rush. Closes quickly and is capable of tracking offensive skill players in pursuit. Putting together a strong senior campaign after transferring to Powell High School in East Tennessee. Projects as a nose tackle with the ability to push the pocket in addition to rushing the passer.” – Charles Power

3. WR Evan Stewart (98.250)
Frisco (Texas) Liberty –  Texas A&M commit
“One of the more dynamic and well-rounded wide receiver prospects in several cycles. An elite athlete with outstanding marks in multiple events in track and field. Transfers that athleticism over to the gridiron, where he is the top big-play threat in the 2022 cycle. Has palpable gravity as a deep threat. Eats up the corner’s cushion with his burst off the line and puts defensive backs out of phase consistently on vertical routes. Draws substantial attention from opposing defenses and beats double coverage at a high rate. Has shown plus ball skills in game and camp settings with the ability to come down with acrobatic high-point catches. Improved his route-running between his junior and senior seasons and is now among the more technically-refined receivers in the cycle. Will need to continue adding mass and strength to combat physical corners off the line of scrimmage. Opted out of his senior season after playing in four games.” – Charles Power

4. LB Harold Perkins (98.100)
Cypress (Texas) Cy Park
“One of the best run and hit linebacker prospects in the last handful of classes. Makes big plays on both sides of the ball. Ability to chase plays from the weakside with ease and fluidity. Improvement in taking on blocks and blowing up offensive linemen is evident on senior video. Has also improved in timing blitzes. Playing snaps at safety and linebacker as a senior. Hands and ball skills are on the high-end. Doubles as a big-play running back for Cy Park. Creates explosive plays by winning foot races and brute physicality. Averaging over 15 yards per carry and scoring on one out of every four carries as a senior. Has had a number of jaw-dropping athletic plays as a senior on offense, defense and special teams. Athleticism shows up on the Cy Park basketball team as well with many plays well above the rim. Athleticism carries over to the combine setting. Posted a 4.49-second 40-yard dash on grass prior to his junior season at 200-pounds. Carrying nearly 210-pounds as a senior while retaining athleticism. Has the frame to carry over 230 pounds.” – Charles Power

5. CB Domani Jackson (98.100)
Santa Ana (Calif.) Mater Dei
“Has the best combination of size and long speed among the cornerbacks in the 2022 cycle. Tied the California state record in the 100 meters as a junior, running a posting 10.25-second mark in the state finals at 6-foot-1, 180 pounds. A technically sound, smooth mover who has been well-coached at one of the nation’s top high school programs. Is battle-tested against top wide receivers playing against nationally-ranked high school teams on a regular basis. Has considerable make-up speed to close the gap when he is out of phase. As a defense-only player, he’s still a work in progress when it comes to instincts and ball-tracking skills. Missed the majority of his senior season after tearing his ACL in Mater Dei’s first game.” – Charles Power

6. ATH Malaki Starks (98.000)
Jefferson (Ga.) High – Georgia commit
“Two-way high school standout as an option quarterback and safety who projects as a back-seven defender at the college level. One of the best overall football players in the state of Georgia dating back to his junior season. Sports a sterling athletic profile with elite marks as a sprinter and jumper in track and field in addition to playing basketball at 6-foot-1 and over 200 pounds. Transfers that athleticism over to the field where he is a home-run threat with the ball in his hands. Consistently out runs opposing defenses in the open field with an easy, long stride. A smart, heady player who displays toughness in taking a bunch of hits as an option quarterback. Led his team to a state title appearance as a junior. While he does see some time at safety, Starks remains a bit of an unknown projection as a defensive prospect, as he largely plays as a deep center field safety at Jefferson.” – Charles Power

7. DL Shemar Stewart (97.900)
Opa Locka (Fla.) Monsignor Pace
“Long considered one of the best prospects in the cycle, dating back to his freshman season. A big, quick-twitch athlete along the defensive line who grew an inch and added around 30 pounds between his junior and senior seasons. Has outstanding length with a 7-foot wingspan. A natural mover who makes high-level flash plays with his athleticism and first-step quickness. Is able to beat offensive linemen out of their stance with his burst off the snap. An explosive finisher who makes a number of emphatic plays behind the line of scrimmage. Also shows his athleticism in pursuit, with the ability to run down skill players sideline-to-sideline at 270 pounds. Missed much of his junior season with an injury. Has the athleticism and versatility to line up at various spots along the defensive line at the next level.” – Charles Power

8. DL Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy (97.850)
Lakeland (Fla.) High – Oklahoma commit
“Perhaps the most athletic and twitchy defensive lineman in several cycles. Burst on to the national radar prior to his junior season after putting on a testing display at the Elite Underclassmen Camp in Jacksonville, running a 4.8-second electronically timed 40-yard dash at 278 pounds. Has quick-twitch initial movement skills with fast and strong hands. Aggressive out of his stance with the hands. Wins with both quickness and physicality. A disruptive force that makes plays behind the line of scrimmage with regularity. Was highly productive as a junior with 29.5 tackles for loss. Will be a disruptor in the run game, and an interior pass rusher at the next level. Fast closer with long-arms that makes play from the hash to the boundary. Plays defensive end in both four and three-man fronts for Lakeland High, but projects to the interior long-term.” – Charles Power

9. IOL Devon Campbell (97.500)
Arlington (Texas) Bowie
“A mauling run-blocker on Friday nights. Mows opposing defensive linemen at the point of attack and linebackers at the second level. Has broad shoulders and a strong frame. Went from 275 pounds to 325 pounds prior to his senior season. Sports an 81-inch wingspan at 6-foot-3 to go with large hands. The length aids in pass protection. Posted advanced weight room numbers as a senior. Will be physically ready to answer the bell from day one at the Power 5 level. Always looks to hit. Packs an initial punch in the run game. A second-level winner in space without being an elite athlete at the position. Maximum effort blocker through the whistle. A three-sport athlete who throws the shot put and was dunking in basketball prior to focusing on football as a junior.” – Charles Power

10. WR Luther Burden (97.300)
East St. Louis (Ill.) East St. Louis – Missouri commit
“Physical, aggressive receiver who excels at picking up yards after the catch. Dangerous in the open field due to a quick initial burst, change of direction skills and vision. Also shows a tendency to run through arm tackles. Does not have verified speed times, but showing a fast play speed as a senior. Able to use his initial burst to create separation off the line of scrimmage. Has natural hands, plucking the ball with his fingertips. Parlays the open field skill set to double as a big-play punt returner, taking several to the house in 2021. Was a top youth basketball player. Not as tall as listed elsewhere, measuring under 6-feet prior to his senior season.” – Charles Power

11. EDGE Jeremiah Alexander (97.250)
Alabaster (Ala.) Thompson – Alabama commit
“Powerful, highly active edge defender who is among the more productive prospects in the 2022 cycle. Has explosive power in his hands, rocking opposing linemen back on contact. Able to occupy and shed offensive linemen to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Plays with a high effort level on a snap to snap basis and shines against top competition. Highly instinctive and communicative, working to align his teammates pre-snap. Best as a speed-to-power pass rusher at this stage. Has helped his team to two state titles as a sophomore and junior. On pace to finish his high school career with over 400 tackles and 100 tackles for loss. Smaller than other top EDGE prospects but has some compensatory strength. Could also possibly play as an off-ball linebacker at the next level.”

12. LB C.J. Hicks (97.225)
Dayton (Ohio) Archbishop Alter – Ohio State commit
“A well-rounded, versatile linebacker with very few holes as a prospect. Athletic, tough and instinctive, making plays in all three phases. Showing high-end play speed at linebacker as a senior with the ability to quickly diagnose, close and finish plays. Physical, explosive finisher with striking power. Providing to be effective as a blitzer and in pursuit. Showcases his ball skills and coordination as a receiver and running back on offense. Began his career as a defensive back prior to growing into an obvious linebacker prospect. Checks the boxes from a measurables standpoint at over 6-foot-2, 210 pounds with very good athleticism for the position.” – Charles Power

13. OT Zach Rice (97.000)
Lynchburg (Va.) Liberty Christian Academy – North Carolina commit
“A powerful, technical mauler who excels as a drive blocker. Has a stout, barrel-chested build. Plays sub-par competition in western Virginia, but dominates like a top prospect should. Finishes blocks at a high rate, often planting opposing defensive linemen in the dirt. Has considerable pop in his hands and stuns defensive linemen on contact. Also shows good technique and hand placement. Moves fairly well at the second level, but at his best when playing in close quarters. Doesn’t have verified measurements or athleticism. Is among the younger top prospects in the class with a fall birthday – technically should be in the 2023 cycle age-wise.” – Charles Power

14. OT Kelvin Banks (96.725)
Humble (Texas) Summer Creek – Oregon commit
“An offensive tackle all the way. Has been dominant as a senior with improved physicality in the run game. Winning at the point of attack and at the second level. Jolts defensive linemen with his initial punch, runs his feet and finishes in the run game. Also a high-end down blocker. Plays through the whistle. Body and reactionary quickness are evident in pass protection. Has a quick pass set with a balanced base. Uses peripheral vision to quickly react to sudden movement. Has grown two inches to 6-foot-5 since 2019. Wingspan has increased from 81 to 83.5-inches in the same time.” – Charles Power

15. CB Denver Harris (96.725)
Houston North Shore
“Among the more technical corners in the 2022 cycle. A legit 6-foot corner prospect with high-end turn and run acceleration. Recorded sub-4.5-second 40-yard dash times at college camps prior to his junior season. Stays attached in the intermediate game. Quick feet, change of direction and reactions to sudden movement. Playing speed to win foot races vertically. Terrific timing playing the ball in the air. Becomes a threat to score in returning interceptions. Eyes are a strength, as is understanding of the game and the position. Physical in coverage, and a willing striker in the run game. Plays with terrific balance. Confident in press coverage. His scheme versatility has drawn comparisons to NFL cornerbacks. Back on the field as senior after an ACL injury late into his junior season.” – Charles Power

16. DL Travis Shaw (96.650)
Greensboro (N.C.) Grimsley – North Carolina commit
“Highly productive defensive tackle prospect with a massive frame. Quick for his size. Has been a force since his freshman year with nearly 250 tackles and 57 tackles for loss prior to his senior season. Wins at the point of attack with initial quickness and bull rush power. A big man who is light on his feet with the agility to change direction. More of a pocket pusher than a pure pass rusher at the next level. Will have to play with a much lower pad level long-term to maximize potential. Best football way down the line. His quickness, flexibility and agility also show up on the basketball court. Most likely projects as a nose tackle.” – Charles Power

17. OT Kiyaunta Goodwin (96.625)
Charlestown (Ind.) High – Kentucky commit
“An absolutely huge offensive tackle with the biggest frame of any top prospect in the 2022 cycle. Underwent one of the more drastic physical transformations we’ve seen, losing over 100 pounds and reshaping his body prior to his junior season. Already bigger than most NFL tackles at a legitimate 6-foot-8, 325 pounds. Has high-end length with 35-inch arms. Has well above average athleticism and strength for the position, let alone at his size. Does not play top competition, but is a dominant player, manhandling much smaller defenders. Has also performed well against college prospects in showcase camps, flashing some polish in his pass set. While he has made great strides, will need to continue improving his lower body flexibility.” – Charles Power

18. QB Cade Klubnik (96.625)
Austin (Texas) Westlake – Clemson commit
“Accurate, efficient and athletic signal-caller who is proven at the highest levels of Texas high school football. Operates at a high efficiency, with strong decision-making and accuracy. Has completed nearly 70% of his career passes at over 10 yards per attempt. Not an elite arm talent, but generates force with his core and hip torque, pointing to some room for improvement in that respect. Has twitchy lower body movements with his footwork. Able to extend plays and create as a scrambler. Has a long stride in the open field and ran for 15 touchdowns as a junior. Leads one of the nation’s top-ranked high school programs and is undefeated as a starter well into his senior season. Plays in a favorable situation in high school for a top coaching staff and behind an offensive line full of Power 5 prospects. A high-energy, active, vocal quarterback who has drawn strong reviews as a leader. Was named MVP of the Elite11 Finals prior to his senior season.” – Charles Power

19. DL Mykel Williams (96.550)
Columbus (Ga.) Hardaway – Georgia commit
“High upside defensive lineman who is already an outstanding player at the high school level. Has a large frame with outstanding length (34-inch arms) and large hands (10 inches). Looks lean while carrying 265 pounds. Would not be surprising to see him carry 300 pounds with ease after time in a college strength program. A highly productive and disruptive player in high school for several seasons. Has advanced pass rush ability for a larger prospect. Uses first-step quickness to tee off against opposing offensive tackles. Pairs his high-end quickness with the length and a high effort level to finish plays behind the line of scrimmage at a high rate. Among the more productive defensive linemen or EDGE prospects in 2022, posting double-digit sacks and at least 17 tackles for loss in all three varsity seasons. Is a younger prospect for the class and won’t turn 18 until the summer of 2022.” – Charles Power

20. OT Josh Conerly (96.22)
Seattle Rainier Beach
“A modern-day athletic offensive tackle prospect with a basketball background. Fast starter out of his stance with excellent foot quickness. Quickly works to the second level, and looks to strike in open space. Dangerous when he pulls with a powerful initial punch. High-end ankle flexion and knee bend are evident. Flat-footed in a three-point stance with an athletic look. Shoots his hands with accuracy. Athleticism and initial quickness show up at defensive tackle as well. A disruptor on that side of the ball. His frame has the ability to carry more than 300 pounds and is well proportioned.” – Charles Power

21. CB Will Johnson (96.400)
Grosse Pointe (Mich.) Grosse Pointe South – Michigan commit
“Possesses tremendous stature at the cornerback position with a high-end frame. Among the bigger cornerback prospects in a strong group at the position nationally. A legitimate top 100 level prospect at defensive back or wide receiver. A smooth mover in his backpedal and when changing directions. Stays attached in coverage. The game moves slow for Johnson. Plays more at safety than other spots on defense, but projects as a boundary corner. Doubles as a playmaking receiver with make-you-miss ability after the catch. Naturally plucks the football at its highest point. Shows burst and acceleration after the catch, initially running away from defenders. Does not have verified speed or athletic testing numbers. With that said, his play speed doesn’t appear to be a concern. Putting up big numbers on both sides of the ball as a senior. Overall athleticism carries over to the basketball court where he also excels.” – Charles Power

22. CB Jaheim Singletary (96.325)
Jacksonville (Fla.) Riverside – Georgia commit
“A tall, lean ball-hawking cornerback. Uses his 6-foot-2.5 stature, 33-inch arms and bouncy athleticism to make plays on the ball at a high rate. Looks like a wide receiver playing corner when the ball is in the air with his ability to extend and high-point. Unsurprisingly also doubles as a talented wide receiver for his high school team. Plays with physicality both as a run defender and in press situations. Has above average, not great long speed for the position. Grew over an inch between his junior and senior years.” – Charles Power

23. QB Ty Simpson (96.225)
Martin (Tenn.) Westview – Alabama commit
“Versatile, well-rounded quarterback with the ability to stress defenses as a passer and run threat. Possess a creative, backyard style of play with considerable experience making improvisational plays. Throws from a wide base with above-average arm strength. Has continued to progress as an in-structure quarterback and is among the more accurate passers in the 2022 cycle. Lower body twitch and footwork also make Simpson one of the more mobile signal-callers in his cycle. Picks up yards on scrambles and designed runs. Smaller in size and older than most fellow top 2022 quarterbacks. Has seen an uptick in production as a senior, putting together one of the best statistical seasons among his contemporaries.” – Charles Power

24. QB Conner Weigman (96.225)
Cypress (Texas) Bridgeland – Texas A&M commit
“Creative, productive playmaker who stresses defenses as a passer and rusher. Delivers the football with zip in the short to intermediate areas. Shows the ability to hit small windows and get the ball to the boundary. Can deliver passes from multiple platforms and doesn’t need his feet set. Capable of making second-reaction plays when things break down. Has quick feet and is a dangerous rusher both on designed concepts and scrambles. A high-usage quarterback at the high school level who is not immune to taking risks. Has helped turn a newer high school into a winning program. Also, a top baseball prospect who was on MLB radars before opting to enroll early to play both sports.” – Charles Power

25. RB Nick Singleton (95.925)
Reading (Pa.) Governor Mifflin – Penn State commit
“The most explosive running back in the 2022 cycle. Pairs a rocked up build with top athleticism and a violent running style. Has strong verified athleticism both on the track and in the combine setting. Hits the marks with top end speed, with several sub-11 second 100 meter times to his name. Transfers the athleticism over to the field where he has a high-level burst and long speed to pull away from defenses with ease. Is a loose and flexible runner despite his considerable twitch and strength. Runs with excellent body lean with pads over his feet, which aids in picking up yards after contact. More of a downhill runner but does show lateral agility and the ability to cut back. Does not play strong competition but utterly dominates like a top running back should. Extremely productive and efficient. Rushing for over 15 yards per carry and scoring on one out of every three touches well into his senior season.” – Charles Power

26. IOL Will Campbell (95.825)
Monroe (La.) Neville – LSU commit
“A big, light-footed offensive lineman with nasty block-finishing tendencies. Dominant player for one of the top high school programs in Northeast Louisiana. Excels at the second level. Uses his athleticism and coordination to seek out linebackers in the run game. Locks on to defenders and works to finish the block, often planting them in the turf. Shows reactive quickness both as a run blocker and in his pass set. Has struggled with length at times on the camp circuit. Could play either guard or tackle at the next level.” – Charles Power

27. RB Emmanuel Henderson (95.825)
Hartford (Ala.) Geneva County – Alabama commit
“Taller, high-cut running back who excels as an outside runner. Long-strider in the open field who runs with nuance due to vision and natural tempo. Makes subtle leans and pivots to throw defenders off base. Is highly productive and a dominant force playing small-school football in rural Alabama. Also a top basketball player. Has solid, but not elite top-end speed. Could be a high-responder once in a college strength program given his dimensions and multi-sport background. Also has the natural build and coordination to potentially play other positions if needed.” – Charles Power

28. S Jacoby Mathews (95.800)
Ponchatoula (La.) High
“High-end natural athlete with size and a thick build as a safety prospect. Explosive vertical athlete with a high-end change of direction. Plays faster than he tests due to instincts and eye discipline. Covers ground and closes angles with instinct. Plays with a physical mentality. Has maintained a safety build with the frame to carry over 220 pounds. Has been a jack-of-all-trades at times for Ponchatoula High playing multiple spots including quarterback, but settling in at safety as a senior. Started on both sides of the ball as a freshman. Was also an all-district level basketball player that played well above the rim.” – Charles Power

29. S Bryce Anderson (95.800)
Beaumont (Texas) West Brook – Texas A&M commit
“A high school quarterback that projects at safety long-term. Is a playmaker at the high school level with, or without the ball in hand. Is a top athlete at the position, doubling as an accomplished sprinter with a 10.48 second 100-meter time to his name. The track speed transfers over to the field, where he shows breakaway ability and the speed to cover from the hashmark to the boundary. Has shown some technical ability and natural movement skills at defensive back in camps and 7-on-7 settings despite being a high school quarterback. High football I.Q. will aid in the full-time transition to safety at the next level. A hyper-competitive athlete with a passion for competing in rodeo.” – Charles Power

30. LB Jaylen Sneed (95.800)
Hilton Head Island (S.C.) Hilton Head – Notre Dame commit
“Twitchy, high energy athlete who projects as a space linebacker. Converted to a hybrid linebacker/safety as a senior after previously playing as a pass rusher. Plays with his hair on fire, showing effort and speed in tracking down plays from the backside. Upside as a space defender is evident. Showing the ability to cover as a senior despite not having much prior experience. Also showed his athleticism playing quarterback as a senior, ripping off some long touchdown runs. Has a strong athletic profile as a standout three-sport athlete. Is a one-step dunker in basketball and sports a 50-foot toss in the shot put, a ridiculous mark at his size. Not the biggest linebacker prospect, but has plus length with a 6-foot-4 wingspan. Will need to continue adding mass and strength to aid as a tackler and finisher at the point of attack.” – Charles Power

31. S Xavier Nwankpa (95.800)
Altoona (Iowa) Southeast Polk
“The best defensive back prospect from the state of Iowa in the internet recruiting era. An imposing, physical presence over the middle of the field, standing over 6-foot-2 and wielding significant striking power. A strong form tackler in space. Plays with instincts as a cover two safety and has the ball skills to come down with contested catches both at safety and receiver. Registers as a good athlete at the position.” – Charles Power

32. EDGE Marvin Jones Jr. (95.750)
Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) American Heritage
“A fluid, coordinated pass rusher. Turns tight corners at high speeds and shows the flexibility to dip and bend around the edge. Uses his quick hands to swat and disengage from offensive tackles in pass rush situations. Capable of affecting passing lanes with his instincts and athleticism. Has shown the ability to be a strong pursuit defender when engaged. Comes from a high school program that broke the record for most former players taken in one NFL Draft. Had a stronger junior season than his senior season to date. Can continue to ramp up the physicality on a snap to snap basis. Younger for the class with a summer birthday and went from 215 to 245 pounds between his junior and senior year.” – Charles Power