• ANALYST: Xavier McDonald is the forgotten Top 100 WR in Mississippi | Brian Smith from The Portal

  • Mar 9 2025
  • Length: 26 mins
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ANALYST: Xavier McDonald is the forgotten Top 100 WR in Mississippi | Brian Smith from The Portal

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  • Welcome to "The Portal" podcast, where college football recruiting takes center stage! Hosted by Brian Smith and Steven Willis, this episode is packed with insights into Ole Miss' recruiting strategies and the rising stars of Mississippi high school football.🏈 Xavier McDonald, a standout wide receiver from Morton, is making waves with his official visits to top programs like Auburn, LSU, and Ole Miss. Could he be the next Deuce McAllister? Steven Willis shares why McDonald shouldn't be overshadowed by peers like Tristen Keys and Jace Matthews.📈 Mississippi is emerging as a hotbed for wide receiver talent, thanks to the rise of 7-on-7 football and specialized training. Is this the new norm for the state known for producing linemen? Discover how this shift is impacting college recruiting.🎵 Ole Miss' spring practice under Lane Kiffin is anything but ordinary. With music blaring and dual fields in action, it's a high-energy environment that appeals to recruits. How does this unique approach set Ole Miss apart?🔥 Experience the electric atmosphere of an Ole Miss game day, where the Grove's energy spills into the stadium. Steven Willis quotes Senquez Golson: "If you do not want to go to Ole Miss, do not visit." What makes this experience so irresistible to recruits?🔮 Brian Smith predicts a bright future for Ole Miss, with potential playoff appearances and recruiting wins on the horizon. Could Austin Simmons and Lane Kiffin's offensive style lead to the Rebels' best recruiting class yet?Don't miss out on these insights and more! Subscribe to "The Portal" podcast for the latest in college football recruiting and Ole Miss updates. Available on all major platforms! 0:00 Xavier McDonald's official visits5:00 Mississippi's rise in producing top receivers10:04 Ole Miss spring practice and recruiting impact15:28 Austin Simmons and Lane Kiffin's offensive creativity19:26 Ole Miss' potential for recruiting success24:31 Outro: Where to find more content Ole Miss football, Xavier McDonald, recruiting visits, Lane Kiffin, Austin Simmons, Mississippi receivers, SEC recruiting, college football, spring practice, Tristen Keys, Jace Matthews, Morton High School, Deuce McAllister, Shea Hodge, Mississippi Alabama All-Star Game, offensive strategies, NIL, transfer portal, Grove gameday, Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, College Football Playoff, Heisman Trophy, aerial passing attack, Memphis recruiting, California recruits Show originally aired 3/9/25 For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron! Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Supply HouseJoin the Trade Master program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. Plus, use promo code SH5 for 5% off your first order. That’s SupplyHouse.com! ROYDownload the Roy app now from the App Store and start backing your favorite athletes the way they deserve—with transparency, trust, and a real impact. This is the future of college sports. Join it now by downloading Roy and supporting your favorite players!FanDuelRight now, new FanDuel customers can get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins!Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)https://www.pickledstore.com/products/stuarts-cajun-dill-pickles-quart.html
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