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Alabamas Most Wanted: 1-10

TideSports.com is counting down the top 50 high school players in the state. We reveal the top 10 players in the state!
1. Ben Davis
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High school: Gordo
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 236 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 5 stars
What you need to know: Davis is the son of the University of Alabama's all-time leading tackler, Wayne Davis. He is the No.1 inside linebacker in the country by Rivals.com.
Considering: Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, LSU, Notre Dame
Bone says: Davis is a physical specimen at his position. He has a terrific frame, is extremely athletic and can fly to the football. He is long and covers well in space.
2. Marlon Davidson
High school: Greenville
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 280 Pos: DE
Rivals.com rating:: 5 stars
What you need to know: His older brother, Kenneth Carter, played football at Auburn. Carter is also on the football staff at Auburn in an off-the-field position. Davidson is the No.1 strongside defensive end in the country.
Considering: Auburn commitment
Bone says: Davidson comes from a football family. He is a smart player. He does a great job using his hands and has a great rip move. He is explosive off the ball.
3. Lyndell Wilson
High school: Carver (Montgomery)
Ht: 6-1 Wt: 235 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 5 stars
What you need to know: Wilson has been recruited since his freshman year. He was a starter on Carver's defense alongside current Alabama linebacker Shaun Dion Hamilton when he was a sophomore.
Considering: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, LSU, Southern Cal
Bone says: Wilson is one of the best cover linebackers in the country. He's been coached well throughout his career and has all the physical tools to compete early at the next level.
4. Quinnen Williams
High school: Wenonah (Birmingham)
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 265 Pos: DE
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Williams decommitted from Auburn in the summer after participating in Alabama's camp. He committed to Alabama a few weeks later. He has been one of Alabama's bigger recruiters.
Considering: Alabama commitment
Bone says: Williams does not carry much bad weight on his impressive frame. He is explosive coming off the ball and has speed and power. He has the skills to become an elite pass rusher.
5. Deonte Brown
High school: Austin (Decatur)
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 350 Pos: OL
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Brown is also a standout basketball player. He will compete in the Under Armour All-America Game in January.
Considering: Alabama commitment
Bone says: Brown has many great attributes, such as size, footwork and strength. He will need to hit the weight room and lose weight to become an All-SEC caliber lineman.
6. T.J. Simmons
High school: Clay-Chalkville
Ht: 6-1 Wt: 190 Pos: WR
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Simmons helped his team win the Class 6A state championship in 2014. The Cougars were undefeated in 2015 before losing to Spanish Fort in the state title game. Simmons will enroll at Alabama in January.
Considering: Alabama commitment
Bone says: Simmons gets better every time he steps on the field. He is always trying to improve his game. He runs great routes and a reliable pass-catcher. He also has great blocking skills.
7. LaMical Perine
High school: Theodore
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 211 Pos: RB
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Perine rushed for more than 1,400 yards during his senior season. His cousin, Samaje Perine, is the starting running back for Oklahoma. Perine does not plan on taking additional visits outside of Florida.
Considering: Florida commitment
Bone says: Perine is a patient runner who does a great job following his blockers and doesn't go down on initial contact. He is strong, runs with power and has a great burst.
8. Velus Jones
High school: Saraland
Ht: 6-0 Wt: 180 Pos: WR
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
What you need to know: Jones has been committed to Southern Cal for several months but is still considering many options, including Tennessee, Notre Dame and Virginia Tech. He is also waiting to see if Alabama or Auburn will offer.
Considering: Southern Cal commitment
Bone says: Jones had a brilliant high school career. He is a smooth athlete who is quick and very elusive. He is a great receiver who also has the potential to become a lockdown corner.
9. Tre Threat
High School: Spanish Fort
Rivals.com rating: 4 stars
Ht: 6-1 Wt: 230 Pos: LB
What you need to know: Threat helped lead the Toros to the Class 6A state championship in 2015. He had three tackles in the game. He will play in the Under Armour All-America Game in January.
Considering: Auburn commitment
Bone says: A great leader, Threat does a good job of finishing plays. He is a physical, downhill linebacker. He is a coach on the field and has great vision.
10. Jeremiah Moon
High School: Hoover
Ht:6-4 Wt: 210 Pos: LB
Rivals.com rating: 3 stars
What you need to know: Moon has been a regular contributor in Hoover's defense since his sophomore year. He recorded 10 tackles in the state championship game as a junior.
Considering: Florida commitment
Bone says: Moon has great instincts and is always around the football. He is very long and still lean. He will need to add weight and build muscle once he reaches next level. He is a low-risk, high-reward type of player.


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