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re: Class of 2016 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Waiting On Demetris Robertson Edition
Posted on 10/7/15 at 8:15 am to My2Bits
Posted on 10/7/15 at 8:15 am to My2Bits
quote:Maybe, maybe not. I always like our chances with in state guys, but the promise of immediate playing time from others is luring to these kids. We can't and never will promise that, but only the opportunity to work for it.
Wilson named Florida as his leader and listed us fourth. : Think he's trolling.
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Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:17 pm to MontyFranklyn
Cavin Ridley has a new Top 3 of Alabama, Tennessee and Auburn.
Auburn bumped Florida from the list. Why would he want to go play for that dumpster fire is beyond me though.
Auburn bumped Florida from the list. Why would he want to go play for that dumpster fire is beyond me though.
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:23 pm to TideSaint
Rashan Gary "update" from BOL:
I foresee a dilemma in the 2018 class regarding Walters and Jack West.
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Sources close to Gary and the Tide program indicate that while the Wolverines likely hold the momentum in the race to sign the 6-foot-4, 311-pounder, Alabama is quietly hanging around and may benefit from the Tide's recruitment of another prospect - 2018 quarterback Allan Walters, a teammate of Gary's at Paramus Catholic HS.
I foresee a dilemma in the 2018 class regarding Walters and Jack West.
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:32 pm to TideSaint
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Deonte Brown seems larger than life. Or at least larger than any jersey that the folks at Under Armour immediately had on hand.
The four-star Austin offensive guard and Alabama commitment had his jersey ceremony for the Under Armour All-America Game this morning in Decatur. But the jersey he held before a crowded auditorium was just for show. It had no chance of fitting the massive, 6-foot-4, 350-pound Brown.
"I was kind of nervous at first," the soft-spoken Brown said of being on stage. "Then I saw everyone and got calm. It was a a big honor."
The Under Armour All-America Game is scheduled for Jan. 2 in Orlando. Brown is the third Huntsville region player to be selected for the game in recent years, joining Alabama offensive lineman Grant Hill and Auburn running back Kerryon Johnson.
"We're proud as we can possibly be for having a part in Deonte's life and helping direct him to this path," Austin coach Jeremy Perkins said. "The journey's been long, been difficult, and he's overcome a lot of obstacles to get to this point."
Brown, rated the No. 3 guard and No. 81 player in the nation by ESPN, committed to Alabama in April.
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Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:34 pm to TideSaint
Free Al.com Content on Deonte Brown (very long, but a good read)
Again, much more at the link.
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Imagine going through the checkout line at your local grocery store and you see a 6-foot-4, nearly 350-pound young man preparing to bag your items. You might be somewhat intimidated by his presence. That is, until he flashes a big smile.
That scenario could have played out this summer, but alas, a Decatur store opted not to hire massive Austin senior Deonte Brown because it wanted a full-time employee. Brown, one of the nation's top-rated offensive guards, is busy with football. But he would have been equally great at providing customer service.
"When people see me, they might think that I'm a serious person," he said. "But when I get to know them, I'm really a playful, goofy person."
Again, much more at the link.
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:35 pm to TideSaint
Free Al.com Content on Ben Davis (very long)
Good read.
I'm not quite sure how I missed these articles back in August.
Good read.
I'm not quite sure how I missed these articles back in August.
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:36 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:37 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 10/7/15 at 11:37 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:06 am to FleshEatingSalsa
Meeee toooo!
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:12 am to BIGJLAW
What did you respond to?
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:22 am to TideSaint
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Alabama quarterback commit Jalen Hurts has absolutely dominated through the first half of the season. In just six games, he has thrown for more than 1,300 yards with 16 passing touchdowns. He has also been a threat on his feet with 13 rushing touchdowns.
Check out some of his highlights in this midseason mixtape.
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Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:23 am to TideSaint
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The news of UCLA junior Myles Jack withdrawing from school and preparing to enter the 2016 NFL draft came as something of a surprise to those who have followed his career. Jack—no pun intended—has been a jack of all trades on the field, shining as an outside linebacker and moonlighting as a reliable running back.
Jack had 15 tackles (nine solo), two pass deflections and an interception in three games before a season-ending knee injury sidelined him last month. He also rushed for a touchdown and returned a kickoff 29 yards during the season.
A player with Jack's versatility at the college level is rare, and as he recuperates from the knee injury to prepare for the draft, college football will now look for it's next super-versatile athlete. While nothing is guaranteed, there are a few from the 2016 and 2017 classes who could be two-way standouts at the next level.
Here are some players, in alphabetical order, to keep an eye on for the future.
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Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:24 am to TideSaint
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4-star Devin Asiasi
Hometown (School): Concord, California (De La Salle)
Class: 2016
Size: 6'5", 260 lbs
247Sports composite rank: No. 60 overall (No. 4 ATH)
It's hard to put Devin Asiasi at one position, particularly when he's shined as both a tight end and defensive end against top competition this year. Asiasi has the size and quickness to be an elite defensive end, but it's his speed, hands and route-running ability that makes him look really impressive as a tight end.
Asiasi has 22 reported offers and isn't planning on making a decision until national signing day. He announced a top eight in June, and schools like USC, Washington and Cal are among the schools to keep an eye on. Alabama is considered to be a school in the running, as well.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:24 am to TideSaint
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4-star Trevon Diggs
Hometown (School): Rockville, Maryland (The Avalon School)
Class: 2016
Size: 6'0", 183 lbs
247Sports composite rank: No. 84 (No. 5 ATH)
With 21 reported offers, Trevon Diggs is one of those athletes who can show big-play ability the first day he steps on a college campus. Although he has the ability to put receivers on islands as a cornerback, Diggs may be best suited as a receiver at the next level because of his strength, speed and hands.
Diggs originally planned on committing July 4 but postponed the date in order to take visits and do further research. Diggs, who is getting advice from older brother and NFL receiver Stefon Diggs, has intriguing offers from Alabama, Maryland, LSU and others.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:25 am to TideSaint
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5-star Dylan Moses
Hometown (School): Baton Rouge, Louisiana (University Lab School)
Class: 2017
Size: 6'2", 220 lbs
247Sports composite rank: No. 1 overall
It's not rare to see Dylan Moses finish a game with double-digit tackles as an outside linebacker and a touchdown on offense as a running back. Moses' versatility has been a story since he started high school, and the expectations for him shining in college are sky high.
Moses, the nation's top-ranked player in the 2017 class, committed to LSU as a freshman in September 2013 but decommitted in August of this year to explore other options and go through the recruiting process. He has 25 reported offers, including Alabama, Florida State, Texas and USC.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:25 am to TideSaint
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4-star Demetris Robertson
Hometown (School): Savannah, Georgia (Savannah Christian Prep)
Class: 2016
Size: 6'1", 165 lbs
247Sports composite rank: No. 32 overall (No. 2 ATH)
Put the ball in Demetris Robertson's hands and he's an instant threat. As a wide receiver, he can line up on the outside or at slot. On special teams, he can be dangerous as a kick returner or punt returner. And on defense, Robertson makes for a reliable safety with cornerback-like coverage skills.
Robertson committed to Alabama in July of last year but decommitted in April. Alabama is still a contender, but Georgia, Stanford, Cal and Notre Dame are four schools also fighting hard for Robertson's services.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 12:26 am to TideSaint
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4-star Devin White
Hometown (School): Springhill, Louisiana (North Webster)
Class: 2016
Size: 6'1", 258 lbs
247Sports composite rank: No. 90 overall (No. 6 ATH)
An athlete like Devin White goes against everything metrics may try to sell. Few athletes his size run sub-4.5-second 40-yard dash times. And few athletes can score touchdowns at running back, receiver or H-back while also making tackles as a linebacker, safety or defensive end.
White, a classic "Weapon X" option at the next level, has plans of playing running back in college, but he can be effective on both sides of the ball. He released a top 10 in July but tweeted in June he has a good idea of which school he will attend.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 8:24 am to TideSaint
quote:I think its just a troll. Auburn should have learned after the first time not to go after our players brothers.
Cavin Ridley has a new Top 3 of Alabama, Tennessee and Auburn.
Auburn bumped Florida from the list. Why would he want to go play for that dumpster fire is beyond me though.
Posted on 10/8/15 at 8:36 am to TideSaint
All things equal, we better take West.
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