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He's moved way up to #2 on my Defensive Board. He'd be #1 if our need wasn't so big at DLine. 

2 hours ago, bugeater17 said:

 

On a similar note, and from the reports, it seems we have hit on Farmer and Pola-Gates at safety (as much as you can 'hit' on two players who haven't seen any action ). Some speculation but Jones, Gray and Francois may have thought they'd be handed a starting spot after a year on an up-and-coming team but have seen the writing on the wall... just my 2 cents or red colored glasses. 

Two players you named are an example of the ultimate combination. Hit on your eval for the "underrated" prospect in Farmer and land the "star" in NPG. When you do that and you are right, the roster gets dangerous (for other teams).

However, there is no NPG in this DB class to this point. 

1 hour ago, Treand3 said:

To that point, unlike LSU's D Coordinator and his staff, I feel this staff will over recruit its roster. Which will force those that are dead weight to move on. Whereas BP allowed kids that didn't contribute stay on scholarship. He also routinely did not fill his classes. This staff is almost always going to take its maximum scholarship allotment every cycle(+3 included).

So far they have done a great job of that, which is encouraging. It's been a break even due to the turnover, hopefully as the program stabilizes it becomes an advantage.

1 hour ago, RedSavage said:

Typically speaking, the more high profile players are more prima-donna's and more apt to transfer, especially if they don't get immediate playing time.  IMO.

I respect your opinion and you could be right. But also typically speaking, the lower level prospects are more likely to be "dead weight" for 4-5yrs never contributing....which is just as damaging. 

8 minutes ago, RedSavage said:

I would agree.  Not to mention we haven't exactly had the greatest success with high profile commits in the secondary recently (Francois, Gray-I know, covid and extenuating circumstances).  My point is I would rather recruit someone that needs developing and will be here for 4 years (assuming it's not a wasted scholly on a non-contributor), than a high star guy who doesn't even make it to the season or transfers after a year.

So you are assuming the four star will transfer but then assuming the lesser prospect will develop into a player, talk about creating a scenario that fits your narrative. 

Oh well, i'll continue to give Fisher the benefit of the doubt because of the job he's done since he's got here but there are some ins/outs that confuse me.

41 minutes ago, SECHusker said:

Don't really understand why folks are down on this class. Watching all these kids videos and I see why the staff offered, and believe this class is very underated. Remember some of these kids would have got a ratings bump if there were camps or a senior season.

Because we aren't looking at it through rose colored glasses while working on our sixth glass of Kool-aid, to put it nicely. 

3 hours ago, Decked said:

Get your N predictions 

Meh.

1 hour ago, Mavric said:

 

7. 5/29/2020 - Shawn Hardy II - WR - 6-foot-3, 190 - Kingsland, GA - 3 Stars

8. 6/6/2020 - Seth Malcom - ILB - 6-foot-3, 205 - Tabor, IA - 3 Stars

9. 6/10/20 - Will Schweitzer - OLB - 6-foot-4, 215 - Los Gatos, CA - 3 Stars

10. 6/23/20 - Gabe Ervin - RB - 6-foot-1, 205 - Buford, GA - 3 Stars

11. 7/4/20 - Latrell Neville - WR - 6-foot-4, 190 - Houston, TX - 4 Stars

12. 7/7/20 - Lardarius Webb Jr. - CB - 5-foot-10, 170 - Jackson, MS - 3 Stars

13. 7/18/20 - Marques Buford - DB - 6-foot, 190 - Oakdale, CT - 3 Stars

 

I've laughed about it a few times in the last month. Quite the run!

41 minutes ago, Ziebol said:

I believe he is going on his own dime. I don’t know if it is an OV per the Iowa writer.

Ah gotcha. Still not nearly as scary as a real/normal year OV would be. 

You may end up right, but i'm sticking to my guns for now. 

12 minutes ago, Ziebol said:

Yes and I just think the relationship with LSU continues to be strong, probably just as strong as with Frost and co. That campus tour is also conveniently when LSU plays Texas. The longer it goes the worse it gets for us in my opinion. 

I'd be surprised if that OV happens, or if fans are there, or if the game actually happens. 

Another no risk, all reward pickup. Kudos. 

2 hours ago, Decked said:

Seems pretty fitting tbh 

Agreed. 

84 ranking from 247.

8 hours ago, BigRedBuster said:

So, we are 4th in this race?

From what I read, yes. But they were also very honest that Helm is playing it close to vest so they may be off.

8 hours ago, Stumpy1 said:

I would take Crownover instead of Helm in a heartbeat.  Helm is no slouch but I think Crownover has a more immediate impact as a player.  

Same, but I don't think we are actually in the running with Crownover.

"Visiting" Texas within next week and then will be making a decision. 

Really want this one. 

He's staying pretty tight lipped but some believe Texas leads slightly over Iowa/Wisc. 

We are recruiting him for the slot.

Looking at a late Aug- early Sept decision, especially if visits are further delayed. Lubick leading the charge here. 

5 hours ago, Vince R. said:

Making his commitment this Wednesday. 

Damn, really wanted this one. 

On 7/7/2020 at 10:49 AM, Mavric said:

Word is Newsome broke an arm, not a leg.

Correct. Recently posted picture of him has his arm in stint/cast, not leg. 

Wiltfong is evaluating him today, then the rest of the team will. They will rank him the 3rd Wed of the month (next Wednesday). 

19 hours ago, WVhuskerXX said:

Farrell thinks Neville helps with Fidone. Gorney thinks we lead with or without Neville’s recent commitment.

Does he say why? I don't see an obvious connection between Neville and Fidone?

40 minutes ago, Decked said:

Btw rivals is reporting this is a Chin find & Fish sealing the deal. From Bama & made the move to Miss to be coached by his dad. Supposed schools were waiting for the in person evaluation before offering. 

Chins is very active/solid at recruiting, I've been pleasantly surprised (talking overall recruiting here).

9 minutes ago, Decked said:

If I recall Hughes was unrated coming out of JUCO correct?

Not sure. JUCO recruiting is a weird game. At this point in Webb's career I just don't see the a Hughes comp, outside of them both being 5'10. 

None of this is a shot at you, i'm sure you know that though. Just my take. 

7 minutes ago, Decked said:

Obviously they feel he is underrated. Or we aren’t too hot recruiting wise in the DB room. Or both. Not sure here but hey. Mike Hughes was an eye raiser for UCF too. 

Don't see the comp here.....Mike Hughes was darn near a 4star, with offers from UF and Auburn coming out of HS. Talent was never an issue for Hughes, he had to mature in other areas of his life. 

Interesting take.