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re: Class of 2017 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Say Your Goodbyes Edition
Posted on 10/14/16 at 5:46 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 10/14/16 at 5:46 pm to TideSaint
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Are there any 5-stars out there that you think Alabama has a good chance to land/flip that you haven’t mentioned much before?
From (@DanyWithOneN)
This is a question that hasn’t been asked to me yet, so I appreciate the creativity here.
Let’s start off with the 5-star prospects that I have mentioned a lot previously: Marvin Wilson, Shaun Wade, Cam Akers and Baron Browning. There are three 5-star prospects who I have briefly mentioned recently but haven’t gone too in-depth on them.
I’ll start with Trey Smith, who is an offensive tackle from Jackson, Tenn. The last time I talked to Smith extensively was back in July at The Opening. At the time, I thought Alabama had a really good chance at landing his commitment. My stance on that changed when his sister, who is very qualified, was hired by Butch Jones to work in the recruiting office. Staying close with family is important to Smith, especially after his mother’s death.
Alabama has two offensive tackle commitments in the Class of 2017 in 5-star Alex Leatherwood and the nation’s No. 1 junior college tackle in Elliot Baker. Smith is arguably the most important recruit for Tennessee, and I think the Volunteers keep him in state. He’s expected to visit for the Texas A&M game next weekend.
Foster Sarell is another 5-star offensive tackle. Sarell, who’s from Washington state, is expected to take his official visit to Alabama for the Auburn game, but it’s a long shot he ends up in the Tide’s class. There’s always a chance to make up ground with a recruit on an official visit, but I think there’s a microscopic chance he ends up signing with Alabama. I believe he’ll end up staying on the West coast.
Joseph Lewis is the last 5-star prospect who I have not talked much about that could possibly end up in Alabama’s class. Like Sarell, I think this is not likely going to happen. Lewis, who is the nation’s No. 2 wide receiver, will take an official to Alabama for the Iron Bowl. Lewis is from California, and I think he’ll stay in state and sign with Southern California.
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Posted on 10/14/16 at 5:47 pm to TideSaint
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Do you think there is a chance that LSU commits Jacoby Stevens and Tyler Shelvin look around if LSU has a bad season?
From (@JackIke16)
A bad LSU season isn’t going to change these Tigers commitments’ minds; however, another coaching change certainly will.
Will Ed Orgeron get his interim tag removed and become LSU’s permanent coach? That’s a question that remains unknown right now. LSU has a tough remaining schedule, so it’s not going to be easy for Orgeron to win the job.
The word from college football pundits is LSU would like to hire an offensive-minded head coach, and Orgeron’s background is on defense.
As there is with every coaching change, it’s possible the new head coach wipes out the majority of the staff and brings in his own guys.
For the guys you asked about, 5-star safety JaCoby Stevens is a prime Alabama target if Corey Raymond isn’t coaching at LSU in 2017. Stevens has made it clear that he’s 100 percent committed to LSU, but that’s only contingent on if Raymond remains in Baton Rouge. If you remember, when Stevens committed to LSU, Alabama finished No. 2.
Tyler Shelvin, a 4-star defensive tackle from Lafayette, La., remains a mystery. He doesn’t talk to the media much, and he still, somehow, only has two scholarship offers — LSU and Alabama. Shelvin is expected to take an official visit to Tuscaloosa for the Iron Bowl. He hasn’t visited Alabama in over a year, so there’s some work to do with Shelvin if the Tide did want to flip his commitment.
Posted on 10/14/16 at 5:49 pm to TideSaint
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Do you see Shaun Wade in this class on NSD, and if so, why hasn’t he flipped yet?
From (@footballrecc)
I do still expect Alabama to flip 5-star Ohio State cornerback commit Shaun Wade when he makes his final decision in late November or December.
He’s been committed to the Buckeyes for nearly two years, but he’s still weighing his options. This is really only a two-team race, despite what you may read about his interest level in Florida, Michigan and Notre Dame, among others.
Alabama is an intriguing option for the nation’s No. 3 cornerback because it offers nearly the same things Ohio State does — legendary coach, NFL pedigree and the ability to compete for national championships every year.
Wade has told SEC Country previously that he’d like as many family members as possible at his games on Saturdays. Compared to Ohio State, Alabama is more realistic to get that done because a lot of his family lives in Montgomery, Ala., which is where he was born.
I caught up with Wade’s father the other day, and he told me that he and his wife have a closer relationship with the Ohio State staff, but that’s only because their son has been committed for almost two years.
His father said the distance from home is not going to be a factor at all in his son’s decision to either stick with the Buckeyes or sign elsewhere.
“It’s ultimately about the relationships he has with the coaches,” Randy Wade said. “It’s his decision at the end of the day, and people are going to believe what they want. I understand people are going to say (Alabama) is close, but I just think it’s crazy. His relationships with the Alabama staff is going to be what brings him over there and not just because he was born there.”
To answer the last part of your question, he hasn’t flipped yet because Wade wants to take all of his official visits before making a final decision.
Posted on 10/14/16 at 5:50 pm to TideSaint
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What’s the latest with Alabama commit Jhavonte Dean?
From (@ewhigham)
Junior college cornerback Jhavonte Dean is definitely in the running for least talked about Class of 2017 Alabama commit. He doesn’t use social media often and doesn’t do many interviews.
That’s no reason to be concerned though. Dean is firmly entrenched in this class and has no plans, as of now, to visit any other schools. Do you want to know how solid a recruit is in their commitment? If they are done with visits elsewhere, that’s example No. 1.
I was told that Dean is expected to take his official visit to Alabama next weekend when the team takes on Texas A&M.
Florida and Miami probably are the biggest contenders at flipping him if those schools were to pursue harder. The 4-star recruit originally is from South Florida. But again, there’s nothing to worry about when it comes to Dean’s commitment.
Posted on 10/14/16 at 10:32 pm to TideSaint
saw where Jeudy the WR got his 5th star on the composite site.
Posted on 10/14/16 at 10:44 pm to mrbroker
Posted on 10/15/16 at 1:06 am to SoFla Tideroller
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Kid needs to know the whole picture.... college is only 4 years... if he signs with Alabama, he will never be accepted for jobs, careers in Louisiana ever... just like all the other idiots that left the state... Fournette is a perfect example... no matter what happens to him in the NFL... he will always have work in Louisiana....
Posted on 10/15/16 at 4:52 am to imraged
Posted on 10/15/16 at 8:31 am to TheTide_205
That motherfricker is just strange.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 10:02 am to CapstoneGrad06
What a fricking clown.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 10:27 am to TideSaint
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PLAYER OF THE GAME
Cam Akers scored the first defensive touchdown of his career when he returned an interception 76 yards to give Clinton a 14-7 lead late in the first quarter.
That was basically the only thing different about Akers’ performance in this game than any other this season.
In other words, yes, he again dominated.
Akers completed 13 of 17 passes for 238 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 155 yards and three more scores on 13 carries.
I wouldn't even be upset if Harris flipped to Michigan if it means we land Akers.
He's a better running back anyway.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 10:30 am to CapstoneGrad06
I thin he at one point was telling harris how good looking he was, thought i read that in an interview. You would think some dorky middle age white dude sleeping over at recruits houses, acting like a clown, talking about their attractiveness levels, etc would be offputting to a bunch of 18 year old black dudes, but apparently not
Posted on 10/15/16 at 10:39 am to TideSaint
Is that supposed to be cool? I don't really get it. I mean announcing the Homecoming Queen is awesome, and its something that young lady will remember forever, but I simply don't understand the impact of wearing the HS stuff.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 10:41 am to ApeDeuce
i think he is on the autism scale. Probably slight, but he thinks doing nerdy things are cool. You cant argue with his success thus far. I dont know who to pull for if OSU or Mich are undefeated when they play later in the season. If only both teams could lose that game.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 12:24 pm to TideSaint
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It was a relatively calm Friday night in terms of big performances from Alabama commitments. Here are five notable performances: (Following the Future will be posted on Sunday when more stat lines have been released.)
-- Najee Harris, RB, Antioch (Calif.) -- In front of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, Harris rushed for 228 yards on 16 carries for a pair of touchdowns as the Panthers defeated Liberty 62-25 moving to 4-3 on the season. A lot of talk has been centered on Harris' commitment status after comments he made last week. You can get the latest from his mother here.
-- Chadarius Townsend, ATH, Tanner (Ala.) -- The Rattlers beat Cold Springs 50-21 to move to 5-3 on the season. Townsend rushed for 210 yards and two scores, including a 95-yard touchdown burst.
-- Tyrell Shavers, WR, Lewisville (Texas) -- The Farmers fell to Byron Nelson 38-21 dropping to 3-4 on the season. Shavers caught two passes for 39 yards and a touchdown.
-- Jerry Jeudy, WR, Deerfield Beach (Fla.) -- The Bucks beat Stoneman Douglas 35-6, moving to 5-1 on the season. Jeudy recorded a 14-yard touchdown in the win.
-- Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Honolulu (Hawaii) St. Louis -- The Crusaders shutout Iolani 33-0 on Friday night to move to 7-1. Tagovailoa passed for 113 yards and a touchdown, and rushed or 21 yards on three carries.
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Posted on 10/15/16 at 12:29 pm to TideSaint
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Check out how members of the AL.com A-List performed this week
Players' college commitments, if applicable, are in parentheses.
Stats were acquired by AL.com unless otherwise noted. This post will be updated if more stats become available.
1. LaBryan Ray, DL, James Clemens - Ray had 10 total tackles including five solo, five assists, two hurries, half a sack, and three pass deflections in James Clemens' 21-14 victory over Buckhorn.
2. Nico Collins, WR, Clay-Chalkville - Collins caught five passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns as the Cougars lost starting quarterback Willie Miller to injury and lost the game to Minor, 54-28.
3. Austin Troxell, OL, Madison Academy - Troxell (Auburn) is out for the season with a knee injury, but Madison Academy beat North Jackson 49-7.
4. Markail Benton, LB, Central-Phenix City - Benton (Alabama) had 11 tackles and a sack in Central's 59-28 win over Lee-Montgomery.
5. Ryan Johnson, DL, St. Paul's - With Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn and defensive coordinator Kevin Steele looking on, Johnson (Auburn) had a pair of sacks in the Saints' 38-35 loss to Vigor. He rotated at his normal end position and at middle linebacker as St. Paul's tried to slow down Vigor. He also played some tight end in heavy package situations for the Saints.
6. Brian Robinson, RB, Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa - Robinson (Alabama) had 69 yards and a touchdown in a 61-14 win over Brookwood, per the Tuscaloosa News.
7. Will Ignont, LB, Buckhorn - Ignont had 10 tackles, one for loss with one pass deflection in the Bucks' 21-14 loss to James Clemens.
8. Kendall Randolph, OL, Bob Jones - Randolph (Alabama) and Bob Jones beat Grissom 51-6.
9. Alaric Williams, RB/ATH, Southside-Gadsden - Williams (Auburn) had four touchdowns and 217 total yards, 150 on three catches and 86 rushing yards, and forced a fumble on defense, but Southside lost to Cullman 56-35, per the Cullman Times.
10. Henry Ruggs III, WR, Lee-Montgomery - Ruggs was a beast in a losing effort, catching seven passes for 169 yards, rushing six times for 100 yards and completing one pass for five yards while recording four tackles at safety. Ruggs scored on receptions of 57and 57 yards and a 67-yard touchdown run in a 59-28 loss at Central-Phenix City.
11. T.D. Moultry, LB, Jackson-Olin - Moultry (Auburn) and Jackson-Olin face Hueytown at home on Saturday at 7 p.m.
12. Chadarius Townsend, QB/ATH, Tanner - Townsend (Alabama) rushed for touchdowns of 2 and 85 yards, totaling 184 yards on 13 carries per the Decatur Daily in a 50-21 win over Cold Springs.
13. Justin Thomas, DL, Spanish Fort - Thomas (LSU) had four tackles and a sack as the Toro defense held Saraland to less than 200 yards of offense in a 33-7 victory on ESPN2 Thursday night. Thomas and teammate Thomas Johnston are taking official visits to Arkansas this weekend
14. Malcolm Askew, QB/ATH, McAdory - Askew (Auburn) had five carries for 45 yard and completed 6-of-8 passes for 134 yards and two touchdowns in a 38-14 win over Selma.
15. Neil Farrell, DL, Murphy - Farrell (LSU) and the Panthers won their fourth straight game, coming from behind to knock off Fairhope 24-22. They play No. 6 Davidson next week. No stats are yet available on Farrell
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Posted on 10/15/16 at 12:46 pm to TideSaint
One five star not mentioned here is Stanford Samuels CB committed to FSU. He is visiting next weekend and we supposedly have a good shot at him.
Posted on 10/15/16 at 5:24 pm to jatebe
Oh well. It was fun while it lasted. 
Posted on 10/15/16 at 5:48 pm to TideSaint
The L5URb is saying they may have landed Isaiah Buggs today.
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