The internet recruiting site, Scout.com, lists New Canaan offensive linemen Connor Hanratty as the top player in the state and the third-best nationally at his position. Hanratty, son of former NFL player Terry Hanratty, will attend Notre Dame, his father's alma mater.

Florida-bound offensive linemen Tommy Jordan, the Ridgefield senior, is ranked No. 2 behind Hanratty and No. 17 nationally.

Other state players listed nationally are:
LB No. 93 Graham Stweart (Xavier) Headed to Boston College.
TE No. 84 Mitch King (Valley Regional) Interest from Duke, Temple, Tulane
RB No. 120 Max DeLorenzo (Berlin) Headed to UConn

Among the other top players in the state include: Avon RB Ross McDonald, St. Joseph RB Tyler Matekevich, New London LB Stefan Dance, Montville RB Tyler Girard-Floyd, Masuk QB Casey Cochran and Conard RB Jon Esposito.

Above are nominees for the distinction of being the state's best as we enter the 2010 season. Who is your choice?

New Canaan junior right tackle Conor Hanratty has given an oral commitment to play at Notre Dame. Hanratty, a Register All-State selection, received interest from over 20 Division I programs, according to New Canaan coach Lou Marinelli.

Hanratty's father, Terry, starred at quarterback at Notre Dame, leading the Fighting Irish to the national title in 1966.

Hanratty also went on visits to Boston College, Florida, Penn State, Virginia and Wisconsin.

"It's been a dream of his to go to Notre Dame," Marinelli said.