DE, Clemson, Senior Last year's ranking: NR. A 2020 All-America selection at Northwestern, Joseph could be one of the most important transfers on defense in the past cycle. Year: R-Sr. 2022 stats: .401 BA, 71 H, 67 R, 23 HR, 73 RBI Notes: Lyons has showcased herself as one of the best shortstops in the country since her freshman year in 2019, but the icing on the cake has been her offensive development since then. The Extra Elite 100 includes players from the top teams in the sport, as well as top players from every nook and cranny of Division 1 softball. QB, Ohio State, Junior Year: Fifth Year 2022 stats: .434 BA, 75 H, 46 R, 24 HR, 71 RBI Notes: Klingler proved to not only be the Pac-12's best player in 2022, but also one of the best players nationally after being named a First-Team All-American and a top three finalist for USA Softballs National Collegiate Player of the Year award. Subscribe to get the best softball coverage. Top Player Lists February 2023 As of the August 2020 Top Player lists, we have added several top 100 lists for our online ratings systems. Year: So. With softball right around the corner, the D1 staff came together to rank the top 100 players heading into the 2023 season. He has been one of the SEC's most productive running backs each of the past two seasons and needs 1,134 yards to break Benny Snell's school record of 3,873 career rushing yards. January 21, 2022 After poring over statistics, analyzing impacts, and surveying opinions, here it is: The first-ever Extra Elite 100 College Player Rankings. 36 (Gutierrez) and No. Last year's ranking: 44. Rank. Class of 2023. Orange Lutheran. With a healthy Phil Jurkovec back at quarterback and a new offensive coordinator, the belief is the Eagles will utilize Flowers more across the board and put him in position to make plays from multiple spots. Turner appeared in all 14 of Michigan's games in 2021 -- starting eight. DE, Notre Dame, Senior RB, Ole Miss, Junior Last year's ranking: NR. The Tucson native followed up her career-highs with a .852 slugging percentage and .562 on-base percentage. Notes: Klingler proved to not only be the Pac-12's best player in 2022, but also one of the best players nationally after being named a First-Team All-American and a top three finalist for USA Softball's National Collegiate Player of the Year award. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. RB, Kentucky, Senior She has been consistently great for UCLA and we expect her to continue to be in 2022. And though he's a classic example of substance over flash, it feels like there's a more explosive version of him that could be unlocked by playing in a Lincoln Riley offense next to Caleb Williams. Last year's ranking: NR. Notable 2021 stats: 86 tackles (50 solo), 3 INT The top 150 college softball players in 2022 Jocelyn Alo crushes two homers in WCWS rout Share Who were the best players of the 2022 college softball season? An Associated Press third-team All-American last season, this is the sixth straight season Vorhees has entered with a role for the Trojans (he received a medical redshirt for the 2019 season). Year: R-Sr. 2021 stats: .317 BA, 45 H, 36 R, 9 2B, 8 HR, 33 RBI Notes: Jordan, UCLA's queen of doubles, didn't have monster numbers in 2021, but we expect her to return to full form in 2022 and display the type of gap power we saw from her each season prior. She also gained valuable experience playing for Team USA over the summer. The former Michigan running back has carved out a nice role at UCLA, where he finished last season as the second-leading rusher in the Pac-12 (in conference play) and finished the season with 1,137 yards rushing. Notable 2021 stats: 3,240 yards, 27 TDs Get The Latest Delivered Right To Your Inbox. Join Our Newsletter! Notable 2021 stats: 44 tackles (34 solo), 15.5 sack, 4 FF He has led Oklahoma in receiving yards both seasons he has been in Norman and could benefit from Jeff Lebby's spin on the new OU offense. Notable 2021 stats: 746 yards, 5 TDs After reclassifying during the COVID-19 pandemic that shut down high school football in his home state of Virginia, Grimes quickly developed into one of the ACC's most gifted corners as a true freshman. She needs just seven home runs in 2022 to tie Lauren Chamberlain's NCAA record for dingers. Last year's ranking: NR. The right-handed hurler totaled 275 strikeouts over 190 innings of work last spring, while holding her opposition to a .193 batting average. That makes his rapid development more impressive. TOP RANKED PLAYERS. She hit for a .430 average and hit 14 home runs. He had 99 tackles and three interceptions that fall. It's going to be another big year for the Washington transfer in the San Joaquin Valley. Notable 2021 stats: 41 tackles (31 solo), 3 INT In 2021, however, he finally delivered on that promise, racking up 14 QB hurries, 3.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Pos. In 2022, Skaggs hit 24 home runs, which was fifth-most in the NCAA. With tight ends Charlie Kolar and Chase Allen gone, Hutchinson might have a chance to break his own record with more targets possibly coming his way. Year: Gr. Coach Pat Narduzzi has recruited and developed strong defensive linemen at Pitt -- Baldonado is no exception. Year: R-Jr. 2022 stats: .386 BA, 71 H, 79 R, 8 HR, 53 RBI, 52 SB Notes: In 2022, Wallace showed why she was one of the top recruits in her high school class. 2022 Extra Elite 100 #'s 80-71. Notable 2021 stats: 4 pressures allowed in 440 pass-block snaps, 1 sack Notable 2021 stats: 509 yards, 9 TDs Last year's ranking: NR. 12 in yards after first contact. Year: Sr. 2022 stats: .418 BA, 76 H, 51 R, 17 HR, 53 RBI Notes: Georgia has almost always been known for having players who can hit home runs, which is what Mosley did in 2022, racking up 17 long balls. Club coaches: the deadline to submit info is Thur., Oct. 7, 2021 at midnight EST. LB, Army, Junior He has emerged as a shutdown cornerback for South Carolina and a fascinating prospect for the 2023 NFL draft. All rights reserved. Here is the list of Sooners:- Jocelyn Alo UT/DP- Tiare Jennings INF 2B- Jayda Coleman - OF- Kinzie Hansen C/1B- Jordyn Bahl RHP/UT- Hope Twautwein RHP- Grace Lyons INF SS- Lynnsie Elam C/UT- Alyssa Brito - UT- Mackenzie Donihoo OF- Jana Johns 3B- Nicole May - RHPThat is a very good representation for the Sooners. WR, Iowa State, Senior G, USC, Senior Year: R-So. PFN Top 100 College Football Players of 2022 | 100-76 100) Joe Tippmann, C, Wisconsin Wisconsin is big and physical up front yet again, and they don't get much bigger or more physical than the 6'6, 317-pound Joe Tippmann. She carried a .308 batting average on 57 hits with a .317 on-base percentage. Year: Jr. 2021 stats: .438 BA, 78 H, 9 2B, 24 HR, 66 RBI Notes: Hansen backs up her intimidating presence in the batter's box with her otherworldly numbers for Oklahoma. Last year's ranking: NR. Without further ado, the Extra Elite 100 College Player Rankings! Hartman will miss the early part of the season while rehabbing from a non-football issue that required surgery in August. Smith earned second-team All-SEC honors last season, when he started seven games and allowed multiple catches just twice in 11 contests. Johnson is on the preseason watch list for the Thorpe Award. UCLA will go as she goes this spring. The former Oregon Duck and Texas Longhorn brings one of the most complete skill sets in the country to Oklahoma State this spring. 51-60 | 61-70 | 71-80 | 81-90 | 91-100, OLB, Alabama, Junior A first-team all-Pac-12 selection last year after rushing for 1,108 yards with 21 touchdowns, Thomas figures to see an even bigger role after backfield mate T.J. Pledger left for the NFL. Notable 2021 stats: 65 tackles (41 solo), 6 sacks Notable 2021 stats: 71 rec, 1,293 yards, 15 TDs He's got all the tools. WR, Oklahoma, Junior He was one of five FBS quarterbacks a year ago to total at least 20 touchdown passes with four or fewer interceptions and revels in running over defenders down on the goal line. Indian River State College. Through injuries and inconsistent quarterback play, Dye was Oregon's metronome last season. Subscription Rates to Increase But Good News! Top 50. GBG Navy 2023. He was 6-6, 220 pounds as an unrated recruit from Missouri City, Texas. National Scouting Report is dedicated to finding scholarship opportunities for softball players who possess the talent, desire, and motivation to compete at the college level. OSU and Texas had 5 players included in the Top 100. Feb. 18 Top team in each state. Notable 2021 stats: 1,404 yards, 18 TDs Three trades in a chaotic top five, The new law changing service academy football, and the coaches pushing back, Realignment chatter: How the Pac-12 holds the key to it all. Year: Jr. 2022 stats: .369 BA, 66 H, 36 R, 19 HR, 59 RBI Notes: Skaggs may have gotten the majority of the attention from the Arizona offense last season, and rightfully so, but you can't forget about Scupin. She accumulated her on-base percentage because of 71 hits, a .542 batting average, 15 walks and 16 hit by pitches. DT, Georgia, Junior She became the first Husky since Ali Aguilar in 2017 with 50 runs scored and 50 RBI in the same season. It appears she will have to take on a similar role this spring, but if anyone can do it successfully, it's Williams, a First-Team All-American. QB, Michigan State, Junior Last year's ranking: NR. Last year's ranking: NR. See SA's Preseason College Top 100 below. Notable 2021 stat: 5 pressures allowed in 499 pass-block snaps He started 13 games and had 12.5 tackles-for-loss and nine sacks, leading the Tigers in both categories. Notable 2021 stats: 34 tackles (26 solo), 2 INT Her 21 home runs lifted her slugging percentage to .952. She also claimed All-American honors in 2022. The 2021 season saw some regression -- no TDs allowed in 2020, four in 2021 -- but he still held opposing QBs to less than 50% completions while breaking up nine passes. Eight of Wallace's 25 extra-base hits last season were home runs. OL, Alabama, Senior Will Anderson Jr. is Alabama's defensive headliner, but To'oTo'o is the glue after a prolific first season with the Tide. LB, Iowa, Senior Points Earned. Acua also tallied 43 RBIs, 19 doubles and scored 63 times, which were all career-highs. Year: Sr. 2021 stats: 29-10, 1.38 ERA, 244 IP, 348 SO Notes: Rochard is back for Virginia Tech after helping the Hokies come within one win of the WCWS in 2021. 15 top college softball pitchers to watch in 2022 Montana Fouts Alabama All 21 outs from Montana Fouts' WCWS perfect game Watch on I am going to start with one of the biggest names of all. For much of the past two seasons, some Georgia fans looked for every reason to bench the former walk-on. LB, Clemson, Junior QB, Coastal Carolina, Junior Notable 2021 stats: 114 tackles (53 solo), 4 sacks, 2 FF, 1 INT What about all those dudes trying to tackle the Bama QB this fall? Syracuse has also launched a Heisman campaign for Tucker called "PL34SED," a nod to his jersey number and what he says after every game -- that he is pleased with his performance. Notable 2020 stats:1,078 yards, 15 TDs Skaggs' power did not take her away from being consistent, as she carried a .367 batting average and .462 on-base percentage. Iakopo is a good catcher and deserving as is Lauren Burke.= = =Here is how I ranked the Top 15 teams per the SA rankings. OLB, Auburn, Senior Five times last season, he had at least 10 tackles. Year: Gr. Notable 2021 stat: 7 pressures allowed in 593 pass-block snaps S, Texas A&M, Junior Last year's ranking: NR. Last year's ranking: 1. Smith-Njigba led the team with 1,606 receiving yards and had nine receiving touchdowns. S, Alabama, Senior Stroud is returning and Smith-Njigba is going to be one of his main targets. Alabama has had success with transfers in recent years, and Ricks comes over from LSU and should make an instant impact in the secondary for the Crimson Tide. Last year's ranking: NR. He was second on the Aggies' defense with 79 tackles. Top Stories D1Softball Staff - January 10, 2023 With softball right around the corner, the D1 staff came together to rank the top 100 players heading into the 2023 season. Last year's ranking: NR. He didn't miss a beat. 3 (Martinez), No. 1 - 50. SOFTBALL PLAYER RANKINGS. Notable 2020 stats: 35 receptions, 368 yards Maybe it's because he plays at Mississippi State and is overshadowed by SEC powers Alabama and Georgia. RB, Texas, Junior The list of great running backs at Auburn over the years seemingly goes on forever. Last year's ranking: NR. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Posted on Jan 25th, 2022, 5:39 AM, , User Since 50 months ago, User Post Count: 5391, Posted on Jan 25th, 2022, 6:06 AM, , User Since 171 months ago, User Post Count: 8984, Locked Topic - No more replies can be posted. Arkansas QB KJ Jefferson tells SEC Now's Peter Burns that he's mixed some of the playing style of Cam Newton into his game. One thing USC hasn't lacked even during its down years is elite wide receiver talent -- JuJu Smith-Schuster, Michael Pittman, Drake London. QB, Florida, Sophomore The only question with Rodriguez is his status and whether or not he will miss any games after pleading guilty in July to a DUI charge. The top college softball non-conference tournaments and games to watch this season. She was a first-team All-American, as well as SA's Freshman of the Year in 2021. 3 in the ACC). For more information on the NCSA Power Rankings, visit ourpress kitoremail us. Preseason All American. Jalen Carter. Notable career stat: Has never allowed a sack 2. = = = = = = =There are two differences in the two sets of rankings. Last year's ranking: 59. College softball rankings: Maryland cracks top 25 after two ranked wins in opening week. What might he do as a senior? Those lofty numbers led her to be named an All-SEC First-Team honoree as well as an All-American. She led the Wildcat offense with 18 multi-hit and 20 multi-RBI games in 2022. 1 target, but often the only reliable pass catcher. He may have gone from Heisman favorite to second-stringer at Oklahoma last year, but his numbers are still top-notch: a 70% career completion rate, 4,595 career passing yards and 40 touchdowns to only 12 interceptions. Yes, you read that correctly, 12! He's down from 250 to 240 pounds this season and should be even better in his second season as the starter. QB, South Carolina, Junior Jordan Battle gets up for the interception and returns it 40 yards for a pick-six. One of the few holdovers from last season's record-setting defense, Smith has been largely overshadowed by former defensive line stars Jordan Davis, Devonte Wyatt and Walker. The crew discussed the list with the goal to identify the best and most valuable college softball players for the 2023 season. 2. At 6-foot-2, Ringo is a tall cornerback with exceptionally long arms and good ball skills and speed. She hit for a career-best .401 batting average with 23 long balls and 70 RBIs in 2022. Last year's ranking: NR. Last year's ranking: NR. Notable 2021 stats: 140 tackles (57 solo), 2 INT Georgia had three defensive linemen selected in the first round of the NFL draft, including No. Relative to the chatter about incoming quarterbacks like USC's Caleb Williams and Wazzu's Cameron Ward, Rising is cruising a bit under the radar. Now with quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa returning, Jarrett should have another productive season. As a true freshman, Henderson ran for 1,272 yards and 15 touchdowns last season. Last year's ranking: NR. Wallace was able to swipe as many bags as she did because of her .542 on-base percentage. Then he landed with Alabama, stepping in for third-round pick Brian Robinson Jr. Last year's ranking: NR. The blue-chipper from Houston managed just 146 rushes and 18 receptions in two years at TCU before transferring, but he gained 1,269 yards with 10 touchdowns in those 164 touches. Reed showed his versatility in several ways during Michigan State's 11-2 season in 2021 -- averaging 128.8 all-purpose yards a game. (0:40). Perfect Game's College Recruit Rankings Class of 2022. . He's finally healthy to kick off 2022, and he'll have a chance to finally build off the stellar start to his career. Notable 2021 stats: 54 tackles (31 solo), 7 sacks Her numbers were even stronger in conference play (9-1, 1.87 ERA), leading her to be named the SEC's Pitcher of the Year. Notable 2021 stats: 882 yards, 13 TDs He earned second-team All-SEC honors last season and will lead an experienced group of interior linemen for the Aggies. He had 56 catches for 882 yards with a school-record 13 touchdown receptions in 2022. RB, Auburn, Junior He has speed and power and is coming off a 1,099-yard season as a sophomore. A former five-star recruit, Thomas announced his arrival with style, delivering a highlight reel hit on Syracuse QB Eric Dungey to secure a Clemson win in 2018. OT, Northwestern, Junior 2022 stats: 1.09 ERA, 22-1, 141.1 IP, 205 SO, .145 OBA Notes: Bahl had a near-perfect freshman season. Year: R-So. 2022 stats: .430 BA, 64 H, 63 R, 14 HR, 43 RBI Notes: Our 2022 Most Improved Player put together the best season of her career last spring and earned All-American honors. QB, Arkansas, Junior He's the most important player on Kansas State's roster both from a talent perspective, and a lack of depth behind him. Notable 2021 stats: 981 yards, 12 TDs Year: R-Sr. 2022 stats: 2.12 ERA, 19-3, 151.2 IP, 188 SO Notes: The Razorbacks reached new heights in 2022, which included an outright SEC championship and the program's first conference tournament title, and that is largely because of Delce's breakout performance. Last year's ranking: NR. Mel Kiper Jr.'s third-ranked safety ahead of next year's draft, Battle racked up 86 tackles and three interceptions as a junior last season. Notable 2021 stats: 1,912 yards, 21 TDs She was named a Second-Team All-American for her outstanding performance. Hutchinson had 987 yards and five touchdowns in 2021 on 83 receptions (of which are an Iowa State single-season record). Despite being a leadoff hitter, she still demonstrates good power numbers, as she hit eight home runs and tallied 18 extra-base hits as well in 2022. Hall recorded 54 tackles (33 solo) for Auburn as a junior in 2021. One of the SEC's most electric offensive performers should take on a bigger role in Texas A&M's offense this fall. ", LB, Arkansas, Senior Notable 2021 stats: 910 yards, 9 TDs He is back and healthy and figures to have his best year yet. Notable 2021 stats: 3,712 yards, 28 TDs Stroud is the leader of what should be a high-powered offense at Ohio State. OU had 12 players included. PG Rawlings Preseason All American. His sophomore season was cut short by an injury, but he had four interceptions as a freshman, including two he returned for touchdowns. Year: Sr. 2021 stats: 22-3, 1.05 ERA, 146 IP, 270 SO Notes: Storako enters 2022 as the reigning Big Ten Pitcher of the Year. Maxwell earned a multitude of honors at the conclusion of the season, which included being named a First-Team All-American, the Big 12 Co-Pitcher of the Year and a member of the WCWS All-Tournament Team. Year: R-Sr. 2021 stats: .353 BA, 60 H, 10 2B, 5 3B, 13 HR, 41 RBI Notes: Perez is one of the most underrated talents in the country and has been throughout her college career to date. Last year's ranking: 27. Notable 2021 stats: 36 solo tackles (24 solo) 11.5 sacks, 5 FF Last spring, she mashed 20 home runs and collected 64 RBIs, while still posting a healthy .326 batting average and .441 on-base percentage as a player for Arizona. After being used primarily as a runner at Penn State, Levis enters his second season at Kentucky projected to be one of the top quarterbacks taken in the 2023 NFL draft. Last year's ranking: NR. With a full offseason as the starter under his belt, and a healthier and deeper receiver corps coming back, he might be better in 2022. If you feel you may qualify for any of the Top Player lists, please contact the US Chess office to make sure we have your correct birthdate and gender coding. Elite 100 #'s 30-21. But after King got hurt early in the season, Van Dyke stepped in and started the final nine games -- earning ACC Rookie of the Year honors after throwing for 2,931 yards, 25 touchdowns and six interceptions. Last year's ranking: NR. OLB, Georgia, Senior He started 13 games for the Nittany Lions as a sophomore. He's just the 16th Power 5 QB in history to record 50 TDs in a season, a group that includes 11 first-round draft picks and eight Heisman Trophy winners. She was named the National Freshman of the Year, Big 12 Freshman of the Year, Big 12 Co-Pitcher of the Year, First-Team All-American and won a national championship. She was named the 2022 Pac-12 Pitcher of the Year, an All-American and was our Pitcher of the Month last March. An under-the-radar recruit, Torrence (listed at 6-5 and 347 pounds) was an immediate star for head coach Billy Napier at Louisiana. Porter recorded 51 tackles (40 solo) with one forced fumble and one interception on his way to earning third team All-Big Ten recognition honors for Penn State. Hall was named All-SEC second team by the coaches. Notable 2021 stats: 55 tackles (31 solo), 3.5 sack, 3 FF Now consider that Baldonado only played one year of high school football in the United States, moving to Florida in 2017 after playing three years in his native Italy. Game Program. Last year's ranking: NR. "He is big, strong, fast and lean, and smart. He was at his best in the Bulldogs' biggest game, totaling seven tackles, two pass breakups and an interception in a 33-18 victory over Alabama in the CFP National Championship. Notable 2021 stats: 99 tackles (48 solo), 6 sacks Last year's ranking: NR. In the end, he silenced his critics by leading the Bulldogs to a national title. With Dan Lanning -- a defensive-minded head coach -- stepping into the fold, Sewell is bound to build on last season's success. Faraimo will look to take her performance to the next level after having competed with Team USA last summer. 2022 stats: 2.09 ERA, 31-6, 251.0 IP, 333 SO, .195 OBA Notes: Williams erased the Women's College World Series drought for Northwestern in 2022 after holding off Arizona State in super regionals. She is undoubtedly one of the best young stars in the game today. His knowledge of the offense and relationship with QB Caleb Williams should result in a big season in the Pac-12. The Longhorns have big hopes for an encore for Worthy, who finished with 62 catches for 981 yards and 12 TDs despite catching two or fewer passes in four games. Harding Academy. Read ahead and prepare to be impressed. C. Searcy, AR. Last year's ranking: 55. One of the breakout stars a year ago in the SEC, Jefferson played the quarterback position with the mentality of a linebacker. Softball America - Top 100 D1 College Players for 2022 247Sports 247Sports Home FB Rec FB Recruiting Home News Feed Team Rankings Commitments Decommitments Scheduled Commits. DT, Georgia, Junior Notable 2022 stats: 3 sacks, 2 FF Preseason ranking: 6. He's still a major threat to run the ball with his 6-3, 232-pound frame, but showed last season with his 2,827 passing yards and 24 touchdowns that he's equally effective at beating teams with his strong right arm. That's after rushing for 834 yards as a true freshman (against an All-SEC schedule), the second most rushing yards for any FBS freshman in 2020. She posted a 2.12 earned run average with a 19-3 record and 188 strikeouts. He's got a big arm (among his 38 completions last year were six over 30 yards), and he's ridiculously fast (rushes of 80 and 73 yards). The Extra Elite 100 College Player Rankings were led by Extra Inning Softball National College Softball Editor Justin McLeod. The redshirt senior proved she was one of the best strikeout pitchers in the game with 313 strikeouts over 189.2 innings pitched. See SA's Preseason College Top 100 below. The Longhorns signing class was ranked No. Reed was a third team All-Big Ten honoree at wide receiver. WR, Virginia, Junior Downs was not just the No. **** OUs Top 4 players would have 379 points with an average ranking of 94.725.#10 Washington with 3 players (1 Pitcher) 242 points with an average ranking of 80.67.#11 Michigan with 3 players (2 Pitchers) 216 points with an average ranking of 72.00.#12 Tennessee with 3 players (1 Pitcher) 153 points with an average of 51.00.#13 Arkansas with 3 players (1 Pitcher) 124 points with an average of 41.30.#14 Duke with 3 players (2 Pitchers) 114 points with an average of 38.00.#15 Oregon with 3 players (1 Pitcher) 69 points with an average ranking of 23.00. In high school, Gilbert became the first tight end to win the Gatorade National Player of the Year. His presence in the backfield in 2022 will be a huge key to Clemson's chances to turning around its fortunes on offense. Notable 2021 stats: 33 tackles (26 solo), 2 INT Herbig led Wisconsin with nine sacks, which ranked fourth in the Big Ten. Vaughn is one of the most exciting backs in the country. It wasn't Kenny Pickett, or Sam Hartman, or Devin Leary, or Tyler Van Dyke: It was the kinetic Cunningham, who threw for 2,941 yards, rushed for 1,031 and produced 39 combined scores. Fresh off an Olympic run with Team Australia, Plain is poised for tremendous success in 2022. See the full ranking below. The Sooner slugger also earned a spot on Team USA this winter. Although not the starter to open the season, Hooker started the final 11 games and emerged as one of the country's most efficient quarterbacks with 3,561 yards of total offense and just three interceptions. I think she is rated too high. 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