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Gallon's not on the yard yet?
'09 COLLEGE FOOTBALL OFF-SEASON THREAD-recruiting/Coaching Changes/Transfers
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I just finished reading 'Meat Market'
and all the UTK recruiting makes more sense to me now with Coach O
and all the UTK recruiting makes more sense to me now with Coach O
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I have been contemplaing buying that book for awhile, worth the read Allen?
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it was decent, I was hoping it'd go more into the 'dirt' of recruiting, but I suppose Feldman really couldn't do that.
It's all about Orgeron and Ole Miss, which I didn't know going in.
It's all about Orgeron and Ole Miss, which I didn't know going in.
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The usual insiders that are at workouts haven't seen him or Turner. JT just took that OH test on the 28th so he may have a week. Should pass it. Kid is a3.5 student just missed the score. Once Gallon hits AA people are going to go bonkers. Not a heavily recruited kid but everybody wants to see him up here.
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isnt it odd that its already July and hes not there yet?
when does the 2nd academic summer session start for Michigan?
when does the 2nd academic summer session start for Michigan?
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Its very strange but we know he is waiting on his ACT score to come back. I would guess he might miss out on summer school since from the schools websiteclasses started on June 29. All the fans want is an answer and it is asked every other day. Chances are we won't hear anything on him until August at thelatest since thats when he needs to enroll by. Nobody is worried about Turner but many have said they expect to see JG in JuCo.
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Yeah tell me about it. If he gets in he is a big time steal. Most wrote him off early because his GPA was SOOOOO bad from his first 2 years of HS. He isbusting his butt to get up here though. He is electric too. Heard from some peeps that he compares to Brandon James. I will take it. Need someone to pickup ourreturning slack since Breaston left.
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They'll go after Chase Rettig if they don't get Scroggins.
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Elam is just looking around because teams are in his ear telling him that Urban will be at ND or in the NFL next year. If Urban is at UF Elamwill be as well. These trips are just in case.Originally Posted by GTownBaller23
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Hopefully he's going on these visits to recruit for us. Thought he was as solid a commit as one could be. Urban's known him since he was 8 - coached his brother at ND. Like to see what we're up against though on the other visits.Also hearing that there is a good chance we drop Dorsey's offer on FNL since he doesn't seem to be that strong of a 'commit' and we may get a db pledge from someone else. That 4.25 40 though.
If Dorsey is worried about the competition I wouldn't want him on my team. I thought there were rumors that Watkins could possibly end up at WR makingDorsey's situation a lot clearer but with Alli, Patton already on board and Dunkley, Boone (as very near locks), Dunbar, Ambles are possible as wellI'm not sure I put much stock in that. . With or without Dorsey the secondary is fine with Van, Haden, Elam, Watkins, Dowling, Hampton. Although Hadencould end up growing out out the safety spot.
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Joseph Fauria is coming to UCLA
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Originally Posted by KingJames23
Elam is just looking around because teams are in his ear telling him that Urban will be at ND or in the NFL next year. If Urban is at UF Elam will be as well. These trips are just in case.Originally Posted by GTownBaller23
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Hopefully he's going on these visits to recruit for us. Thought he was as solid a commit as one could be. Urban's known him since he was 8 - coached his brother at ND. Like to see what we're up against though on the other visits.Also hearing that there is a good chance we drop Dorsey's offer on FNL since he doesn't seem to be that strong of a 'commit' and we may get a db pledge from someone else. That 4.25 40 though.
If Dorsey is worried about the competition I wouldn't want him on my team. I thought there were rumors that Watkins could possibly end up at WR making Dorsey's situation a lot clearer but with Alli, Patton already on board and Dunkley, Boone (as very near locks), Dunbar, Ambles are possible as well I'm not sure I put much stock in that. . With or without Dorsey the secondary is fine with Van, Haden, Elam, Watkins, Dowling, Hampton. Although Haden could end up growing out out the safety spot.
^read this too about Elam and Watkins. And our secondary class is already sick.
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Im sittin in the crib bored dont feel like doin nothin and I start turnin channels and I hit Big ten Network on Demand
this is DOPE!
everyteam got a section of games practice for diff sports.
as much as I kill the big 10 for this crappy network, this feature is DOPE!
Im watchin NC State vs O$U.
Coach sweatervest said Phillip rivers was the best collegiate QB he ever faced.
this is DOPE!
everyteam got a section of games practice for diff sports.
as much as I kill the big 10 for this crappy network, this feature is DOPE!
Im watchin NC State vs O$U.
Coach sweatervest said Phillip rivers was the best collegiate QB he ever faced.
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Was that the one that NCSU lost late? They went for like 3 QB sneaks inside the 10, then McLendon had a carry where his rear came down before he stretched in?
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yesssssss lol NC State shoulda won
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Just watched BC/ND from last year on ESPNU. God I hope Clausen is the same player as last year and same goes for that OL.
Herzlich was an absolute animal. Best of luck to the young man in his battle and hopefully he can put the helmet on again. Soooooo much talent from him. Rajikilled that interior OL all game long.
I want football season to start so bad. Hopefully things will fly by after these next 2 weeks. I am getting married on Saturday and then a honeymoon. Shouldmake July go fast.
Herzlich was an absolute animal. Best of luck to the young man in his battle and hopefully he can put the helmet on again. Soooooo much talent from him. Rajikilled that interior OL all game long.
I want football season to start so bad. Hopefully things will fly by after these next 2 weeks. I am getting married on Saturday and then a honeymoon. Shouldmake July go fast.
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Mannnnnnn I hope Your wife is a Michigan College football fan too or your saturdays maybe DONEZO lol
Congratulations Newbs!
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Congrats Newbs
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Whispers are saying that now Telvin Smith is no longer a FSU lean. Now leaning towards UGA and may end up there before September...
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Whispers are saying that now Telvin Smith is no longer a FSU lean. Now leaning towards UGA and may end up there before September...
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ACC Running Back Rankings
Written by Zach Bartlett
position power rankings: Running Backs. Remember, the rankings are based on the strength of the starter primarily, but also on the total talent at the position to a lesser degree.
1. Georgia Tech- Jonathan Dwyer was the ACC Player of the Year last season as a sophomore. He ran for nearly 1400 yards, scored 12 TD's and did so while averaging 7 yards per carry. Dwyer's ability allows coach Paul Johnson's option offense an opportunity to make teams look foolish. The Jackets also return Roddy Jones, who ran for about 700 yards as a frosh. It's almost unfair when you toss QB Josh Nesbitt in the mix. The Ramblin' Wreck was over 1,200 yards more productive on the ground than the second best rushing team last year in the ACC (FSU). The stats are a product of the system, but the system obviously works.
2. Clemson- C.J. Spiller is the newest recipient of the Mike Hart award for seemingly being in college longer than Van Wilder. Though his rushing totals have decreased the past two seasons from his breakthrough debut campaign in 2006, he led the ACC in all-purpose yards last year and was fourth in touchdowns with 11. With the coaching situation resolved in Death Valley and Spiller's former "Thunder and Lightening" cohort, James Davis, playing for Eric Mangini in Cleveland, Tiger fans should expect large numbers from C.J..
3. Virginia Tech- The Hokies are deep with young talent at the running back position, but they really don't need to be, considering their starter is somewhat of a beast. As a red-shirt freshman Darren Evans exploded for over 1,200 yards and 11 TD's, and was named Orange Bowl MVP. If healthy, there's no reason to think he shouldn't improve or at least maintain those numbers.
4. Florida State- Antone Smith led the ACC last season in total TD's with 16, and I couldn't be happier he's gone. He averaged only 4.5 yards per carry, totaled just 61 yards per game, and if someone with decent seats sneezed hard enough, he'd fall over. This season however, Seminole fans should be excited about the running game. Sophomore Jermaine Thomas averaged 7.0 yards per carry last season, lost only 10 yards on the year, and has the ability to take over a game. Fellow second year player Ty Jones was hampered by injuries and health issues relating to his diabetes last season, but when he saw the field was electric. In addition, former JUCO standout Tavares Pressley was injured all last year, but the 220 lb back with 4.4 speed is healthy now and ready to contribute. With three talented backs running behind an experienced offensive line, the Noles ground game could be lethal.
5. Maryland- The Turtle finished 8-5 this past season and concluded the year with a bowl victory over Nevada. A huge reason why was the success of running back Da'Rel Scott. Scott was second only to GT's Jonathan Dwyer in rushing yards per game with 94.4, and managed to accomplish the feat while nursing a banged up shoulder.
6. Miami- The Hurricanes
7. Boston College- Though essentially quarterback-less the Eagles return a more than serviceable duo in the backfield. BC had over 2,000 yards on the ground last year and ranked fifth in the conference. Returnees Montell Harris and Josh Haden combined for 1,379 yards and 6 TD's last season as freshmen, and should be able to handle the extra workload. They'll need to since the mascot could be playing QB by week four.
8. North Carolina- The Tar Heels averaged 122.6 yards per game toting the rock last season, and have a couple young and skilled options at running back. Sophomores Shaun Draughn and Ryan Houston are a nice 1-2 combo. Draughn gets the yards (866) and the 250 lb wrecking ball that is Ryan Houston gets the TD's (. Basketball walk-on, Greg Little should also see more carries this year.
9. Wake Forest- The Deacs ranked in the bottom third of the conference in rushing offense last season and don't know who's starting yet this year, yet coach Jim Grobe is quoted on Deaconsillustrated.com saying he's more than pleased with the running back position. Brandon Pendergrass, Josh Adams or Kevin Harris could be the starter in week one. Pendergrass and Adams shared the load for the majority of the year, combining for 930 yards, but Harris played well over the last two games averaging 5.3 yards per carry. All three are functional options, but like most WF football, nothing too exciting.
10. North Carolina State- The Pack rushed for 1,600 yards last season, but 767 of those yards are gone this year with the departure of Andre Brown. Seniors Jamelle Eugene and Tony Baker will be responsible for picking up the slack. Eugene was second on the team last year with 442 yards and 2 TD's, and Baker has missed most of the last two seasons with injuries, but was the #4 running back in 2005 according to scout.com. If Baker returns to any form NCST could be decent.
11. Duke- The Duke running back picture is various shades of grey; it's not god-awful, and it's not good. In the best-case scenario for Duke fans, the Blue Devil's ground game could border on mediocre. Jay Hollingsworth led the team in yards last season with 399 and should start, but Re'Quan Boyette, the leading rusher from 2007, is returning from knee injury and could also be in the mix. I'm sure this position battle is the talk of tobacco country.
12. Virginia- UVA had the worst rushing offense in the ACC last year and lost its only bright spot at running back with the exodus of Cedric Peerman, who averaged 5 yards-per-carry. Mikell Simpson, who tallied 262 yards in nine games, will probably get the starting nod. I know Cavs fans are stoked.
I think BC should be higher.
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Congrats Newbs, hope you can still enjoy your saturdays.
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Alshoun Jeffery finally enrolled at South Carolina this week. Had to take a summer online class and the ACT again to make the grade.
Now, let's see what he can do in the opener in Raleigh.
Now, let's see what he can do in the opener in Raleigh.
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Hopefully the game is better than the one y'all had last year.
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Thanks.
Her old man played baseball and basketball at Michigan State and I have turned her into a Wolverine football fan. Haha. The in-laws are none too happy.
She knows when Saturdays hit, its lock down mode. Been with her for about 8 years so she knows whats up. Was going to surprise me with season tickets this yearthen got the letter saying she might not have a job next year so that went out the window. If she stuck through my miserable Saturdays last year then I know Ihave a keeper. That was brutal for her to witness a grown man acting like a B.
Her old man played baseball and basketball at Michigan State and I have turned her into a Wolverine football fan. Haha. The in-laws are none too happy.
She knows when Saturdays hit, its lock down mode. Been with her for about 8 years so she knows whats up. Was going to surprise me with season tickets this yearthen got the letter saying she might not have a job next year so that went out the window. If she stuck through my miserable Saturdays last year then I know Ihave a keeper. That was brutal for her to witness a grown man acting like a B.
