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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 10/7/14 at 5:52 pm to chattabama
Posted on 10/7/14 at 5:52 pm to chattabama
Johnny Frasier, FSU rb commit, will be setting up an OV to Bama. His OVs include UT, FSU, LSU, Bama, USCe.
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Posted on 10/7/14 at 7:05 pm to chattabama
QB Brandon Wimbush flipped to Notre Dame. Should help us keep Minkah.
Posted on 10/7/14 at 7:12 pm to TideSaint
If we can keep him away from FSU. That one worries me big time. They love them some negative recruiting. I can imagine their recruiting pitch now.
"Oh, you're a a five star corner? Guess what? There is a five star corner who signed with UA last year over us and he is sitting on the bench. Come here and you can play right away while winning a title."
"Oh, you're a a five star corner? Guess what? There is a five star corner who signed with UA last year over us and he is sitting on the bench. Come here and you can play right away while winning a title."
Posted on 10/8/14 at 3:09 pm to chattabama
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Great expectations don't always equate to anticipated results on the football field. Unforeseen circumstances and supporting casts can ultimately dictate how an athlete's season develops, for better or worse.
The 2015 recruiting class is packed with talented prospects capable of taking over games and delivering their respective squads to victory. Some of these players have dealt with downswings in production this season, and although they still possess plenty of potential to turn things around moving forward, things haven't quite turned out as planned in 2014.
We reviewed the season so far for several standout recruits, pinpointing those still searching for sustained stretches of top-level performances. Here's a look at potential college stars who still have plenty to prove as seniors.
Posted on 10/8/14 at 3:09 pm to TideSaint
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Alabama is loaded in the offensive backfield and is always searching for its next star running back. Desherrius Flowers, who hails from the same area as current Crimson Tide rusher T.J. Yeldon, has the physical makeup of a top-tier SEC playmaker.
However, Flowers has struggled to string together a successful senior campaign that many viewed as a possible breakout opportunity. The 6'1", 212-pound prospect has dealt with an ankle ailment he suffered during a season-opening loss and simply doesn't look as dominant as his high ceiling suggests.
Though he's continued to compete, premier performances have been difficult to come by. Flowers hasn't managed to break out for a 100-yard game this fall, though it certainly isn't entirely his fault.
Vigor head coach Ashley Johnson voiced frustration following a 14-7 loss last week, citing issues up-front.
"We didn't open up enough running lanes, and we have to be able to do that," Johnson told Stephen Newhouse of AL.com.
The team is 2-3, and Flowers has yet to gain any semblance of rhythm before his arrival in Tuscaloosa next semester. He rushed for 2,022 yards and 24 scores during the past two seasons.
Posted on 10/8/14 at 3:09 pm to TideSaint
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One of college football’s most popular current trends is the seemingly immediate emergence of talented true freshmen across the country.
For example, Georgia has gotten a boost offensively from talented skill players Isaiah McKenzie and Sony Michel, while Clemson has turned over its offense to dynamic freshman quarterback DeShaun Watson.
In today’s battles on the recruiting trail, any talk of redshirting is a surefire way to turn off top prospects.
However, that doesn’t mean that every Top 100 recruit in the 2015 class will be physically and mentally prepared for the adjustment to playing on the college level.
Some recruits simply may not be able to contribute immediately, whether it be because of injuries or the need for more time to adapt to the rigors of college life on and off the field.
Which top 2015 recruits are most likely to sit out their freshman year?
Posted on 10/8/14 at 3:10 pm to TideSaint
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In landing 5-star passer Blake Barnett, Nick Saban will welcome the highest-rated quarterback signee in his Alabama tenure.
However, history suggests that the earliest we will see the California native on the field is in 2016.
As AL.com’s Andrew Gribble notes, none of the quarterbacks whom Saban has signed during his tenure at Alabama have ever taken a snap in their first year.
Additionally, the Tide will have an experienced senior in Jake Coker, who could be in line to take over for Blake Sims next season.
Despite Barnett’s immense upside, it appears he’s a safe bet to spend his first year in Tuscaloosa learning the ropes of the Tide’s program.
Posted on 10/8/14 at 8:27 pm to TideSaint
So I was reading the FSU247 chat. Here are a few highlights:
1.) Newberg still thinks they have a decent shot to flip Minkah. Nee does not.
2.) They don't think anything will happen with Ronnie Harrison.
3.) Nee doesn't think they win the title this year. Too much youth on defense and not the same leadership.
1.) Newberg still thinks they have a decent shot to flip Minkah. Nee does not.
2.) They don't think anything will happen with Ronnie Harrison.
3.) Nee doesn't think they win the title this year. Too much youth on defense and not the same leadership.
Posted on 10/9/14 at 2:26 pm to chattabama
Fwiw, looks like Georgia's trying to throw their hat back in the ring for Adonis Thomas. No idea how much of a player we'll be, just figured Alabama is also recruiting him heavily so figured I'd share
Posted on 10/9/14 at 5:27 pm to Crowknowsbest
I wonder if Shaun Alexander would be up for helping out on Damien Harris' OV...
Posted on 10/11/14 at 7:33 am to TideSaint
Ridley will OV at FSU for the UF game. I guess he's not coming for the iron bowl.
Eta: just realized nobody posted in this thread yesterday.
Eta: just realized nobody posted in this thread yesterday.
This post was edited on 10/11/14 at 7:34 am
Posted on 10/11/14 at 9:19 am to chattabama
The loss last weekend seems to have demoralized a lot of our fans. :sadbanana:
Posted on 10/11/14 at 10:19 am to TideSaint
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Alabama quarterback commit Blake Barnett had a huge game on Friday night in a 57-25 win over crosstown Corona High. The five-star prospect completed 14-17 passes for 253 yards and 5 touchdowns, also running for a 79-ayard score. Barnett's Santiago team improved to 4-2 on the season. Barnett was taken out of the game with five minutes left in the third quarter.
The game is statistically one of the Tide pledge's best outings of the season. Barnett, who recently signed a financial aid agreement with Alabama, plans to return to Tuscaloosa in a week when the Tide host Texas A&M.
The southern California standout committed to Alabama on June 18. He ranks as the no. 18 overall prospect and no. 1 dual threat quarterback according to the 247Sports Composite. Over the summer, he won the MVP of the Elite 11, the nation's most prestigious quarterback competition.
If he was in the NFL his passer rating last night would have been a perfect 158.3.
Posted on 10/11/14 at 10:21 am to TideSaint
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Alabama running back commit Desherrius Flowers has been hampered by a sprained ankle for much of the season, but returned to form on Friday night against Mobile (Ala.) Faith Academy.
The 6-foot-1, 212-pounder rushed for 87 yards and 3 touchdowns on 11 carries per al.com. The three scores were from 42, 11, and 4 yards out, respectively. Vigor improves to 3-3 on the season.
Flowers was one of Alabama’s initial commitments in the 2015 class, pledging to the Tide on April 15, 2013. He ranks as the no. 92 overall prospect, no. 10 running back, and no. 4 senior in the state of Alabama according to the 247Sports Composite.
Posted on 10/11/14 at 10:22 am to TideSaint
Dude from BOL on Daron Payne:
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Again this week during my Air Force recruiting visit to Shades Valley. He is usually the administrative aid at the time I go talk to the guidance counselor and we talked about all his visits and the rest of his hs year, he said on his last visit to bama he had alot of fun meeting Blake Barnett and that bama was recruiting him the hardest. Really good guy, think if we get him he will be a good character guy, he is always very polite to me and the teachers. Not alot of info but just thought I'd share.
Posted on 10/11/14 at 10:23 am to TideSaint
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Alabama commit Ronnie Harrison had another big night on Friday, helping is Tallahassee (Fla.) Florida High team to a 27-17 win over cross-town North Florida Christian. Harrison, who plays quarterback for Florida High, rushed for 144 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 70-yard scamper in addition to a passing touchdown.
The win helps Florida High improve to a 5-1 record. Harrison flipped from UNC to Alabama on July 29. He plans to return to Alabama when the Tide face Texas A&M on October 18.
Harrison ranks as the no. 153 overall prospect and no. 7 safety in the 2015 cycle according to 247Sports.
Posted on 10/11/14 at 10:25 am to TideSaint
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Anfernee Jennings was doubled teamed all night but was still dominant. Credit one TD to him. He runs a goal line/short yardage wildcat package and scored one TD tonight. Tough, physical, brutal ball game tonight. Played with a "good motor" and was relentless in run defense and pass rush. Versatile!
Posted on 10/11/14 at 2:32 pm to TideSaint
So maybe Ridley isn't visiting Free Seafood University during Iron Bowl weekend?
This post was edited on 10/11/14 at 2:33 pm
Posted on 10/11/14 at 2:54 pm to chattabama
Damn I wish we would have offered DeRunnya Wilson.
Posted on 10/11/14 at 2:55 pm to TideSaint
I was just getting butthurt about that. 
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