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'09 FL WR Nu'keese Richardson (Tennessee Signee)

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'09 FL WR Nu'Keese Richardson

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Wide Receiver
Pahokee (FL) Pahokee

Ht: 5-foot-8
Wt: 151 lbs
Forty: 4.45 secs
Bench max: 205 pounds
Vertical: 32 inches
Class: 2009 (High School)

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SCOUTING RICHARDSON: From the first time we had the opportunity to see him play during the latter stages of his sophomore season, it was evident that this was going to be one of the elite players to watch for in this class.

His speed is the first thing you notice. He gets outside as quickly as any player we watched, and the best thing about this quality talent is that he can play some five (quarterback, defensive back, receiver, kick returner and punt returner) positions.

While many took notice of his speed and game-breaking abilities in the 2B title game against Newberry, Richardson has actually been turning heads since last summer during camps and combines. A quality football talent who could rise into the national picture in the off season.

If he does take his place behind center for the Blue Devils, we will see yet another quarterback who has the chance to average well over 200 per game on the ground and through the air.

This will be one of the state?s elite talents for the upcoming season!

RICHARDSON RAVES: In the 2B state title game against previously unbeaten Newberry, Richardson scored on a 77-yard pass reception and also dazzled the fans with his amazing foot speed that allowed him to catch 26 balls and return kicks and punts for the unbeaten Blue Devils.

While he helped the team win last summer?s 7-on-7 national title in California, he has also been a part of the 28 straight wins this team has put together.

WHAT THE COLLEGE RECRUITERS ARE SAYING: "They have had some big time football prospects at this school, but I get the feeling that before he graduates, this is the one player everyone will remember!"

HIS BAGS ARE PACKED: The offers have started to come in, and schools such as Florida, Wake Forest, South Carolina , Miami and even the home area Owls of Florida Atlantic University have shown interest with more inquiring every day.
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PalmettoSports.com | South Carolina Recruiting | Phil Kornblut | GoUpstate.com

USC is one of the offers on the table for WR Nukeese Richardson (5-9 165) of Pahokee, FL. "I pretty much know some of the players and coaches like coach Gillespie and Steve Spurrier Jr.," Richardson said. "I have been up there three times so I got to bond with the coaches and players. I know Kenny McKinley and Emanuel Cook. They spread the ball out. I'm used to it beign spread around down here at Pahokee and they do the same thing." Richardson also has offers from Florida, Florida International, Florida Atlantic and Wake Forest. Clemson also is showing interest along with LSU. "I like South Carolina and Florida, Clemson and LSU the best," Richardson said.
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PalmettoSports.com | South Carolina Recruiting | Phil Kornblut | GoUpstate.com

WR Nukeese Richardson (5-10 170) of Pahokee, FL plans to attend USC's spring game April 19th, and he currently has the Gamecocks #1 on his list. "It's a good chance I might end up at South Carolina," Richardson said. "They have a good relationship between the players and the coaches. Steve Spurrier has a history about his offense." Richardson said Southern Cal is second to the Gamecocks, and he also has Michigan, Tennessee and Rutgers in his top five. "I want to take all of my visits," he said. "I want to see what every school has to offer before I commit." Richardson talked with his Gamecock recruiter Robert Gillespie Thursday. "We just talked about me coming up there and watching the spring game." Richardson has been to USC in the past. And he's been to South Florida and Florida for junior days. Last season Richardson caught 26 passes for 500 yards and eight touchdowns. He also plays quarterback, and as a cornerback he had four interceptions.
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Scout $

4/9

From the South Carolina site. USC, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, and South Carolina make up Richardson's top five. He says South Carolina has a very slight lead.

PalmettoSports.com | South Carolina Recruiting | Phil Kornblut | GoUpstate.com

Speedy WR Nukeese Richardson (5-10 170) of Pahokee, FL has had a USC offer for some time, and he has the Gamecocks at the top of his list. And now, he has a second reason to visit the Palmetto State. Richardson said he recently was offered by Clemson. "I haven't talked to anyone from Clemson, but they sent an offer," Richardson said. Richardson did talk to Gamecock recruiter Robert Gillespie Wednesday. "He's just trying to get me up there over the summer," he said. "He's just keeping the connection going." Richardson expects Gillespie to visit his school next week. Georgia, Rutgers, Florida State and Michigan have been to the school, and Florida is due in Friday. Richardson said USC remains his favorite by a narrow margin over Florida. "Everything is still the same," he said. Not too much has changed." Richardson also picked up an offer recently from Alabama.
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PalmettoSports.com | South Carolina Recruiting | Phil Kornblut | GoUpstate.com

It's down to a final three schools with WR Nu'Keese Richardson (5-10 170) of Pahokee, FL as he prepares to announce his decision at a 3:00 PM news conference Friday. "Georgia, South Carolina and Florida are my final three," Richardson said Wednesday night. "I haven't made my decision yet. It's going to be a last minute thing. There's no leader. Everyone is equal right now. I'm just trying to focus on the game (spring game Thursday night). I'm ver focused on the game. And I'm trying to heal up a little bit. I've got a hamstring pull." Richardson talked to his Florida recruiter last night and will talk with USC recruiter Robert Gillespie and his Georgia recruiter tonight. "We're talking about the camps and my decision," he said. "They are giving me their stats like what they have on the depth chart. I've always been a quarterback type of guy, so it's going to be about the quarterback at the school and the depth chart."
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Spring is prime time for area high school football stars to catch college recruiters' attention

College coaches annually fish Palm Beach County, and the hot spot tends to be Muck City - Pahokee and Belle Glade. This year, Pahokee quarterback/wide receiver Nu'Keese Richardson, a senior-to-be, is the 170-pound marlin they want to hook.

"If you want to know who's after him, you might as well list them all," a prominent BCS assistant coach said. "He's a big-time talent, and he's being recruited by everybody."

Richardson was Pahokee's No. 3 receiver last season, behind Martavious Odoms and Antavious Wilson, who signed with Michigan and Buffalo, respectively. In a limited role, Richardson caught 26 passes for 452 yards and six touchdowns, and his numbers caught college coaches' attention.

Richardson is only 5-feet-101/2, 170 pounds, but he benches 205 pounds and runs the 40-yard dash in 4.3 seconds. According to Thompson and Richardson, there are three schools with a legitimate shot at signing him: South Carolina, Florida and Georgia. USC and Michigan are no longer in contention.

Richardson plans to announce his choice Friday. Last week he said "don't be surprised" if he signs with South Carolina, which he called the front-runner, but there is growing sentiment in Pahokee that he will pick the Gators. Richardson is keeping his choice a secret from even his closest friends.

"I'm pretty sure I know, but I want to do all my research," said Richardson, who nixed his favorite team, Miami, after looking at a receiver-heavy depth chart. "When I choose, I'm not going to be de-committing."

But what's the rush? Richardson said he is on track to graduate a semester early and intends to enroll in college in January. Last year, teammate Janoris Jenkins took the same path, clearing him for Florida's spring practices this season.

Richardson likely will play receiver or defensive back at the next level, but at present, he is the best quarterback on Pahokee's roster. His running ability exceeds his throwing skills, meaning a sharp turn from pocket passer Anthony Sheppard, who went 28-0 the past two seasons for the Blue Devils.

Instead, Richardson will resemble running quarterbacks like Alphonso Smith and Anquan Boldin. Neither stayed at quarterback after leaving Pahokee - Smith plays cornerback for Wake Forest and Boldin played receiver for FSU before becoming a Pro Bowl receiver for the Arizona Cardinals.

"That's old-school Pahokee - we had smaller, quicker quarterbacks and their second read was run," Thompson said. "To put Nu'Keese in line with Anquan right now is a little premature ... but he's got that physical ability to be a game-changer."
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Pahokee's Richardson picks Florida

5/30

Nu'Keese Richardson did everything he could to keep his college choice a secret until Friday afternoon's press conference at Pahokee High School.

The mystery is revealed: Richardson will be a Gator.

Richardson, rated as a four-star recruit by Rivals.com and Scout.com, announced his verbal commitment to play for Florida, and will attempt to enroll in time for 2009 spring practices. He said he currently is on track to graduate Pahokee after next semester.

He is 5-foot-10 1/2, 170 pounds, runs the 40-yard dash in 4.3 seconds and bench presses 205 pounds.

Last week Richardson said he was leaning toward South Carolina, and he has worn Gamecocks shorts throughout spring practices, but Florida appeared to be gaining momentum as his commitment day approached. He said UF recruited him as a multi-threat player who could potentially succeed Percy Harvin, who will be a senior by the time Richardson hits college.

Those two schools were ahead of three other finalists: Georgia, USC and Michigan. He never visited those three campuses, though he made multiple trips to Florida and South Carolina.

Richardson grew hoping to play for Miami, but ruled out the Hurricanes after they imported several receivers from the class of 2008. His nickname "Pete" comes from boyhood hero Peter Warrick, a former Florida State star, but a source close to Richardson said the Seminoles never asserted themselves in the hunt.

He also said no to any program that suggested playing him at defensive back.

Richardson was the Blue Devils' No. 3 wide receiver in 2007, behind seniors Martavious Odoms (now at Michigan) and Antavious Wilson (Buffalo). In a limited role, Richardson had 26 catches for 452 yards and six touchdowns.

This year he will start the season at quarterback, though Blue Devils coach Blaze Thompson admitted he was the last resort. Thompson hopes to develop another quarterback as soon as possible so he can move Richardson to receiver.

Richardson's passing ability is improving, but he will represent a sharp turn from pocket passer Anthony Sheppard, who went 28-0 with two state championships as Pahokee's quarterback the last two years. Sheppard signed with Western Kentucky in February.

Richardson's speed on the ground means he is more likely to resemble former Blue Devils' quarterbacks Alphonso Smith and Anquan Boldin. Wake Forest moved Smith to cornerback, and Boldin starred as a receiver for Florida State before the Arizona Cardinals drafted him in 2003.
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Nu?Keese Plans Visits | soflafootball.com

10/14

Planning visits to Georgia and Michigan.

BN $ - Florida Commitment Interested In Visiting Ohio State

1/9

By BK...hasn't talked to OSU about a visit yet but has discussed the possibility with Duron Carter and Jaamal Berry.
 
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The Florida folks on Rivals said that he's 100% Gator.. just wanted to look around cause his potential position coach was rumored to be in line for other jobs. But now that he's not going anywhere, Richardson is going to stay committed
 
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Buckeyecty4;1378380; said:
The Florida folks on Rivals said that he's 100% Gator.. just wanted to look around cause his potential position coach was rumored to be in line for other jobs. But now that he's not going anywhere, Richardson is going to stay committed
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100% Vol now. :biggrin:
 
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