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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:20 am to sarc
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:20 am to sarc
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@COKirkpatrick: Saban asked by NY reporter about Jets job/complete control: his response"Let's start by saying I have no interest in any NFL situation"
B-b-b-b-ut it eats at Saban!
It people had kept their mouths shut he'd be in Austin!
But he wants to go to the NFL!
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Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:24 am to AllBamaDoesIsWin
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One of the most intriguing prospects in the 2015 class is 4-star offensive lineman Chidi Valentine-Okeke.
According to Ryan Bartow of 247Sports (subscription required), Alabama and Auburn are now tied at the top for his services.
“Both recruiting me so hard,” Valentine-Okeke told Bartow. “Both really want me. It’s 50-50.”
The 6’6”, 305-pounder—who was originally a member of the 2016 class until he was reclassified earlier this year—was previously thought be to favoring Georgia.
The door opened for the Tide and the Tigers when former Bulldogs offensive coordinator Mike Bobo left for the head coaching job at Colorado State and took offensive line coach Will Friend with him.
Which of the heated in-state rivals presents the best fit for the nation’s No. 12-ranked offensive tackle prospect?
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:24 am to TideSaint
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Alabama
The resume of Alabama offensive line coach Mario Cristobal has gotten Valentine-Okeke's attention.
“He’s a nice coach,” he told Bartow. “I learned a lot from him at summer camp. He does a great job of putting guys in the first round.”
As noted by Tim Watts of BamaOnline (subscription required), from a measurable standpoint, Valentine-Okeke is a physical freak who would fit in well at a place such as Alabama.
A critical part of Nick Saban’s top-rated recruiting class is the group of five offensive linemen he and his staff have been able to land commitments from.
However, the only one who is listed as a tackle is recent 3-star pledge Matt Womack.
Adding another athletic tackle with a tremendous upside would round out the Tide’s offensive line class.
The Tide are also losing three seniors off this year’s line unit, including right tackle Austin Shepherd.
While they have recruited the offensive line position well, Valentine-Okeke could work his way into the rotation early in his career if he makes a smooth transition to the next level.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:25 am to TideSaint
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Auburn
Gus Malzahn will have to replace a pair of starters along the interior of his offensive line in 2015.
However, left tackle Shon Coleman and right tackle Avery Young will be entering their junior year next fall. Malzahn and his staff will still need to look ahead to finding the eventual replacements at those spots moving forward.
Similarly to Alabama, three of the Tigers' four offensive linemen who are committed in the 2015 class are slated to play either guard or center during their college careers.
Adding a talent such as Valentine-Okeke would give them a chance to groom him and prepare him to take over one of the tackle spots as early as 2016.
His impressive frame and athleticism would be a great fit for an offensive line unit that puts a premium on being one of the most well-conditioned outfits in the country.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:26 am to TideSaint
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Best Fit
In terms of physical talent, Valentine-Okeke is a player who would fit in at nearly every school in the country.
Both Alabama and Auburn have produced their share of standout offensive linemen in recent years, so each school presents him with a chance to reach his full potential.
However, it’s the Tigers that get the slight nod because of the their scheme and a chance to see the field a bit quicker on the Plains.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:26 am to TideSaint
The depth and talent of the offensive line over the last few classes is amazing. The next couple of seasons should see some great OLs.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:28 am to TideSaint
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One player to watch on Team Highlight is 5-star running back Damien Harris—who rushed for 1,576 yards and 23 touchdowns despite playing in only seven games this season.
The nation’s No. 2 back will make his commitment on Jan. 9—with Alabama, Kentucky and Ohio State among his final choices.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:29 am to TideSaint
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Among the headliners of players scheduled to announce their commitments during the game is Sheffield—who will choose between Alabama, Florida State and Texas A&M, according to Steve Wiltfong of 247Sports.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:30 am to TideSaint
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:31 am to TideSaint
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:31 am to TideSaint
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:37 am to TideSaint
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WR Calvin Ridley with a diving grab on a slant.
Drew Richmond needs 2-3 years of development.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:37 am to TideWarrior
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Hentges and McGraw both. The other DBs seem to get more coverage but McGraw I think can see the field very early.
Both Hale and Rico could see the field super early on next yrs team IMO, Hale just needs to work on blocking
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:38 am to BuccWildBammer
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Bama commit Blake Barnett has been on and off today. He has a long windup that Bama will have to work on.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:40 am to TideSaint
Marshall had good coverage but the second move got Ridley open at the end. The ball was badly over thrown so no one caught it.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:44 am to TideSaint
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Who wins? It's blocked for me at work.
Marshall sticks really tight on Ridley but a well-thrown pass would have been a TD.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:45 am to MrTide33
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Luke Stampini 32188 posts 21 minutes ago via Mobile
WR Calvin Ridley shook S Derwin James on a post route. Overthrow. Missed the QB that threw it.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:47 am to chattabama
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Deionte Thompson struggling to stick with Daylon Charlot in the slot
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:48 am to chattabama
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Petitbon holds up Beckner's bull rush.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:49 am to chattabama
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Sean Fitz 20975 posts 5 minutes ago via Mobile
Petitbon lunges at Fehoko but misses. Fehoko wins
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