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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 12/17/14 at 11:27 am to TideWarrior
Posted on 12/17/14 at 11:27 am to TideWarrior
With Pettway there was some speculation that he wasn't the one who made contact.
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Posted on 12/17/14 at 11:30 am to chattabama
Didn't think Pettway should've been allowed in school here and sure as hell don't think Taylor should be. Second chances are great and all but not at the potential risk to the safety of the student body.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:00 pm to chattabama
Chatta he wasn't
Also you hit 13K posts with that one
A short leash like was doled out to DJ is likely what Bama will offer to him if J. Bonner approves everything.
It seems like it is gonna happen though so those in disapproval be ready to eat some crow if he's good and keeps his nose clean and ToD batten down the hatches.
I won't comment on whether or not I approve but I will say that to Saban everyone deserves a second chance and he tends to believe he can fix a lot of issues teens coming into college from HS have or else he wouldn't have bothered leaving Miami for Tuscaloosa. If Taylor works out for Bama, applies himself and uses his God given abilities and size he will make an impact even as deep as Bama's DL is. There is a structure system at Bama and support in every way that Taylor might need and much like Jarran Reed basically created his draft status out of nothing (not the same issues of course) he has an opportunity to go from a kid kicked off another SEC team for good reason, to rehabbing his college career and his image and possibly be an NFL Draft selection because he has that much talent. If it doesn't work out, Bama has plenty of depth on the DL to withstand the hit the depth chart takes.
Just my humble opinion
Also you hit 13K posts with that one
A short leash like was doled out to DJ is likely what Bama will offer to him if J. Bonner approves everything.
It seems like it is gonna happen though so those in disapproval be ready to eat some crow if he's good and keeps his nose clean and ToD batten down the hatches.
I won't comment on whether or not I approve but I will say that to Saban everyone deserves a second chance and he tends to believe he can fix a lot of issues teens coming into college from HS have or else he wouldn't have bothered leaving Miami for Tuscaloosa. If Taylor works out for Bama, applies himself and uses his God given abilities and size he will make an impact even as deep as Bama's DL is. There is a structure system at Bama and support in every way that Taylor might need and much like Jarran Reed basically created his draft status out of nothing (not the same issues of course) he has an opportunity to go from a kid kicked off another SEC team for good reason, to rehabbing his college career and his image and possibly be an NFL Draft selection because he has that much talent. If it doesn't work out, Bama has plenty of depth on the DL to withstand the hit the depth chart takes.
Just my humble opinion
This post was edited on 12/17/14 at 1:02 pm
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:11 pm to BuccWildBammer
Eat some crow? Why? No one has claimed he doesn't have talent or predicted that he's going to get into trouble again. IF he does come to Bama, I (as well as everyone else who disapproves I'm sure) will be hoping that he does succeed and makes the most out of the opportunity he's given. That however would not change the fact that I do not think he should be allowed to enroll at Bama. Hell, why don't we just go ahead and invite Eddie Williams back? He deserves a 2nd chance too, right?
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:13 pm to chattabama
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Here's to hoping Bonner puts the university above the football program.
Coming from an alum here. frick that lol
However, I do not think Taylor should be allowed to come if he indeed punched her but if there was no evidence and there is more to it that pretty much says it could be a misunderstanding then Ill trust saban. He would be a badass NT and would allow robinson to shift over to reeds spot if he leaves
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:14 pm to sarc
That article on Pettway coming back a few months ago kinda made me more iffy, it really didn't come off like they expected.
I completely get the disciplinarian aspect of letting some "troubled" on the team to rehabilitate them. I've said it plenty of times before, what's the point of calling Saban a strict disciplinarian if all he works with is straight laced players?
At the same time though, it says to some that you can do everything right and still not get an offer. Then you see someone who was kicked out of his school and arrested multiple times get one.
Reality of life, talent is more important than anything else...
I completely get the disciplinarian aspect of letting some "troubled" on the team to rehabilitate them. I've said it plenty of times before, what's the point of calling Saban a strict disciplinarian if all he works with is straight laced players?
At the same time though, it says to some that you can do everything right and still not get an offer. Then you see someone who was kicked out of his school and arrested multiple times get one.
Reality of life, talent is more important than anything else...
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:21 pm to MagillaGuerilla
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Reality of life, talent is more important than anything else...
Yep. People can spin it however they want, but that really is the bottomline. Coincidentally, I literally just finished watching the 30 for 30 on Randy Moss. He's the perfect example. Screwed up time and time again but kept getting opportunities because of his talent. One of his childhood friends had marginal baseball talent, got busted for pot once and it was game over...living on the streets. And all Randy can do is complain about how mistreated he's been by everyone and anyone.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:28 pm to sarc
Completely agree with everything you said. 
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:48 pm to TideWarrior
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For all of the chatter emanating about the potential loosening of the SEC’s grip over college football, a quick glance at the recruiting rankings for 2015 would show that top talent is still flocking toward the SEC more than any other conference in the country.
Eleven of the league’s 14 members have classes ranked among the Top 25 in the 247Sports team rankings.
However, even with a number of top prospects slated to head to the SEC, there are still a number of players who have committed to SEC schools who are still flying under the radar.
Which recruits are among the most underrated crop of prep stars who will line up in the SEC?
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:48 pm to TideSaint
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Alabama: 3-Star LB/DB Keaton Anderson
Despite the laundry list of former prep All-Americans on Alabama’s roster, Nick Saban has made a habit of finding and developing prospects who arrived in Tuscaloosa with little fanfare.
For example, 3-star linebacker Vinnie Sunseri was among the lowest-rated pledges in the Tide’s 2011 class, yet he enjoyed a standout career at the Capstone playing in the secondary, at linebacker and on special teams.
At 6’1”, 215 pounds, current 3-star linebacker commit Keaton Anderson has a similar frame to Sunseri and the versatility in his game to match.
Anderson—who racked up 191 tackles as a junior—is versatile piece who can give the Tide a tremendous amount of flexibility on defense in the secondary.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 1:49 pm to TideSaint
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LSU: 3-Star OL Matt Womack
Over the years, LSU head coach Les Miles has been one of the biggest winners when signing day rolls around each year.
The Tigers have a natural recruiting territory that produces a bevy of elite prospects and also has its share of underappreciated talents.
One such prospect who is currently slated to end up in Baton Rouge is 3-star offensive lineman and Mississippi product Matt Womack.
The 6’7”, 320-pounder—who has picked up recent offers from schools such as Alabama, Florida, Ohio State and Ole Miss—is an athletic lineman who could potentially develop into a quality left tackle.
Oops.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 3:14 pm to BuccWildBammer
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It seems like it is gonna happen though so those in disapproval be ready to eat some crow if he's good and keeps his nose clean and ToD batten down the hatches.
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BuccWildBammer
Posted on 12/17/14 at 3:48 pm to ErnestTBassmaster
Prince Tega Junior: LINK
After 1 season of football, his first offers over the last 48 hours are: Kentucky, LSU, Vandy, Tennessee, Texas, Cal, Illinois, Oregon, Arizona St, and Iowa St.
Bama is very close to offering...
After 1 season of football, his first offers over the last 48 hours are: Kentucky, LSU, Vandy, Tennessee, Texas, Cal, Illinois, Oregon, Arizona St, and Iowa St.
Bama is very close to offering...
Posted on 12/17/14 at 3:59 pm to MagillaGuerilla
6'8 DE/TE
I'm assuming we want him at DE. He looks good. Has a very high motor, chased a lot of people down. Seems to have good athleticism. Looks ok as a TE too.
Looks great after only one year in.
I'm assuming we want him at DE. He looks good. Has a very high motor, chased a lot of people down. Seems to have good athleticism. Looks ok as a TE too.
Looks great after only one year in.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 4:18 pm to Patton
I'm not sure what they want him as, so much potential at various ones. Looks like a natural at DE though, locating the ball and having the ability to track it down. Plays in AISA, but plays for a powerhouse program in Edgewood.
Definitely not bad for a Nigerian basketball transfer...
Definitely not bad for a Nigerian basketball transfer...
Posted on 12/17/14 at 4:27 pm to MagillaGuerilla
What has been special about the last 48 hours, with all these offers coming his way?
Posted on 12/17/14 at 4:44 pm to Patton
Coaching staff probably got his film out to colleges very recently if I had to guess.
Found this quote, kinda reminds me of the stuff about Brodie Croyle could run a 4.5 barefoot on a baseball field
They didn't have size 17 cleats for him...
Found this quote, kinda reminds me of the stuff about Brodie Croyle could run a 4.5 barefoot on a baseball field
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Ran a 4.6 in the grass with basketball shoes on and no technique, twice.
They didn't have size 17 cleats for him...
Posted on 12/17/14 at 5:09 pm to Rizzy
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We just got a couple of CB's for Jonathan Taylor. FWIW
Posted on 12/17/14 at 5:12 pm to Tide or Die87
Im pretty sure the coaches know the story better than any of us. If he was such a bad kid no school would be going after him.
Posted on 12/17/14 at 6:29 pm to Tide or Die87
Do you think he would be let in the university so soon after his legal troubles if he weren't a football player? Then you have the recent spotlight on domestic violence. Letting him in gives the impression of a win at all costs mentality. Is that really the reputation you want for our university?
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