A loaded defensive backs class in the 2015 recruiting cycle will cause some talented prospects to not receive as much exposure as others. 2015 CB Antonio Howard (5-11, 165) is one of those names to watch as we enter the heart of 7-on-7 season. Howard played last year at Jackson, but recently made the move to Miami Northwestern for his senior season.
“I feel like Northwestern was my best move. The exposure is big,” said Howard.
Howard is not shy when it comes to his confidence. He feels like he should be mentioned amongst the elite in the class.
“I’m more aggressive than others and I have a lot of speed. Nobody has ever heard of me, so I feel like this is my year. Nobody can run with me.”
The feisty corner will be playing his 7-on-7 ball with the Florida Fire, who have emerged as one of the top programs in the country over the last few years.
“Competing with the top dogs like Calvin (Ridley), Jovon (Durante), and Shawn (Burgess-Becker) is great. Those battles are pretty good. I’ve never had competition like that.”
His recent showings on the 7-on-7 circuit is causing schools to take notice.
“Missouri, West Virginia, Pittsburgh, and South Florida have been sending me mail. I just got an offer from FAU too.”
One school who Howard wants to hear from is Miami.
“I did have interest in them, but they actually don’t look at me at all. I would love them because that’s my college team. I’m from Miami and they don’t even look at me, but other schools know about me not from here.”
What is it about the ‘Canes that Howard likes?
“I love their confidence and swag. When I was little, I used to always want to play for them. I would watch Ed Reed and Sean Taylor. I always played running back growing up until I saw Sean Taylor play and that made me want to play defense.”
Howard would also like to hear more from South Carolina, Syracuse, and Nebraska.
Howard's junior season highlights - http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2704695/highlights/101154376
“I feel like Northwestern was my best move. The exposure is big,” said Howard.
Howard is not shy when it comes to his confidence. He feels like he should be mentioned amongst the elite in the class.
“I’m more aggressive than others and I have a lot of speed. Nobody has ever heard of me, so I feel like this is my year. Nobody can run with me.”
The feisty corner will be playing his 7-on-7 ball with the Florida Fire, who have emerged as one of the top programs in the country over the last few years.
“Competing with the top dogs like Calvin (Ridley), Jovon (Durante), and Shawn (Burgess-Becker) is great. Those battles are pretty good. I’ve never had competition like that.”
His recent showings on the 7-on-7 circuit is causing schools to take notice.
“Missouri, West Virginia, Pittsburgh, and South Florida have been sending me mail. I just got an offer from FAU too.”
One school who Howard wants to hear from is Miami.
“I did have interest in them, but they actually don’t look at me at all. I would love them because that’s my college team. I’m from Miami and they don’t even look at me, but other schools know about me not from here.”
What is it about the ‘Canes that Howard likes?
“I love their confidence and swag. When I was little, I used to always want to play for them. I would watch Ed Reed and Sean Taylor. I always played running back growing up until I saw Sean Taylor play and that made me want to play defense.”
Howard would also like to hear more from South Carolina, Syracuse, and Nebraska.
Howard's junior season highlights - http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2704695/highlights/101154376
