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re: 2013 Alabama Football Recruiting Thread - DH Decommited from UGA
Posted on 6/9/12 at 11:42 am to TreyAnastasio
Posted on 6/9/12 at 11:42 am to TreyAnastasio
I stick away from that board. It's nothing more than a specialized version of the Tiger Rant. 90% of them are fricking imbeciles.
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Posted on 6/9/12 at 11:56 am to Robot Santa
Oh man. That same guy is still melting over there.
They really think they're going to get him.
They really think they're going to get him.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:04 pm to TreyAnastasio
Like Warrior said....it's as if none of them have watched 10 seconds of film on him. His HS runs the same defense we do, and he dominates. 
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:18 pm to Robot Santa
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The_LD
I hope you kids spend some time here on OUR boards when we get RN and yer butt hurts. It's people like you that make people like me endlessly flame YOUR boards. Not to worry, though. You will have the top recruiting class again. RN will be downgraded to a 4 star by the unbiased "rivals" when he commits to us. Satan may even be able to lobby for another mulligan after we skullfrick you this season. Go take a good look at his most recent interview. The kid is all LSU at this point. Simply read the nonverbal clues. He gets giddy when LSU is brought up. We are the team HE vocalized officially to be his leader. You guys, and many of our guys, refuse to see this as what it is. Long time between now and NSD, though. He knows what's best for him, and it's all LSU. Dealwitit
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Prominentwon
My guess is The_LD IFAD is a slight retard with a bit of the anorexic
ZOMG!!
I just can't stop laughing lol
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:18 pm to Robot Santa
I hope you kids spend some time here on OUR boards when we get RN and yer butt hurts. It's people like you that make people like me endlessly flame YOUR boards. Not to worry, though. You will have the top recruiting class again. RN will be downgraded to a 4 star by the unbiased "rivals" when he commits to us. Satan may even be able to lobby for another mulligan after we skullfrick you this season. Go take a good look at his most recent interview. The kid is all LSU at this point. Simply read the nonverbal clues. He gets giddy when LSU is brought up. We are the team HE vocalized officially to be his leader. You guys, and many of our guys, refuse to see this as what it is. Long time between now and NSD, though. He knows what's best for him, and it's all LSU. Dealwitit
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:32 pm to TreyAnastasio
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The_LD
FTR....I just ROASTED that Tigah
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:38 pm to TreyAnastasio
Nice BR article on Nkemdiche:
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Like everyone else in the nation, Nick Saban is just dying to get Robert Nkemdiche's services. Nkemdiche, however, has expressed some concerns regarding what system he plays in. Saban will do his best to eliminate any and all trepidation.
Bleacher Report's lead SEC blogger, Barrett Sallee, has done an outstanding job keeping us fans and readers posted on Nkemdiche, including the video piece "B/R Full Ride: One-on-One with the Nation's Top Prospect Robert Nkemdiche."
After keeping up with Sallee's efforts regarding Nkemdiche, I feel that Saban has a solid plan to alleviate any and all concerns the 5-star prospect has.
Here are some of the things I'm sure Saban will have to say to him.
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Courtney Upshaw was unanimously predicted to be taken in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft.
After a tumultuous first night, however, Upshaw's name was not called, and the Baltimore Ravens took what will likely be the biggest steal of the 2012 NFL draft.
Nkemdiche expressed some concerns about this, as he recognized that many NFL teams were not sure if Upshaw was a defensive end or a linebacker.
Here is why Nkemdiche should not compare himself to Upshaw.
Upshaw was a long-term project that didn't see significant playing time until his junior year.
Upshaw's junior year was bogged down by nagging injuries, leaving only his senior year to really prove himself.
Nkemdiche is starting from a better situation as the top prospect in the nation. Upshaw was only a 4-star prospect and the 18th best in the nation at his position.
The questions about Upshaw were figments of the scouts' imaginations, as Upshaw proved he could perform typical linebacker duties as well as line up on either side of the defensive line.
Clearly Nkemdiche's goal is the NFL, but the fact that he is even a bit concerned about where Courtney Upshaw found himself in the NFL draft is a bit silly.
Nkemdiche should not compare himself to Upshaw, and Nick Saban will make that clear.
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For a perfect example of the marketing value of versatility, Robert Nkemdiche needs to look no further than Alabama's Barrett Jones.
Jones' versatility and ability to play anywhere on his line are unrivaled, and scouts recognize this.
Jones is an offensive lineman, but it's not apples and oranges, people. It's about being able to play multiple positions.
The NFL is a league of both 4-3 defenses and 3-4 defenses, pure defensive ends, Jack linebackers and defensive ends that can do it all.
Does Nkemdiche want to be a pure defensive end, or does he want to be versatile?
If he wants to be a pure defensive end, he will have half the league knocking at his door. If he wants to have everyone breaking his door down, he should be willing to play multiple positions.
Is it better to stick to one single position on the defensive line, or is it better to prove your worth in every aspect of the team's defensive box?
Nick Saban will make it clear that versatility is king when your goal is the NFL.
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For some reason, Robert Nkemdiche thinks that his future lies in playing as a 3-4 Jack linebacker or a 4-3 defensive end.
It couldn't be further from the truth.
Alabama has not had a significant pass-rushing threat at defense end since Marcell Dareus left the house, but that doesn't mean they won't exploit the abilities of one.
At 6'4", 268 lbs., Nkemdiche is more than capable of playing defensive end in a 3-4 base defense, especially with his already ridiculous swim-move.
It's not a bad idea. He may not rack up double-digit sacks every season, but with a stout Jack linebacker on the opposite side, there will be a lot of chances to make big plays playing as a left defensive end.
Dareus was predicted by almost every pundit to be the second player taken in the 2011 NFL draft, but fell to the third pick when the Denver Broncos made a curious choice with linebacker Von Miller (a choice that proved to be smarter than anyone predicted).
If Nkemdiche thinks he can't make a name for himself as a defensive end in a 3-4 defense, Nick Saban will convince him otherwise.
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If Robert Nkemdiche's goal is the NFL then Alabama can provide that for him.
A few schools on his short list, including LSU, could provide this, but 'Bama can do it as well as anyone in the country.
The Tide did it with Marcell Dareus and Courtney Upshaw, but neither of those had the talent and potential combination of Nkemdiche.
If Nick Saban can turn those two (who started as incredibly raw prospects) into stars, what could he do with a recruit that already has a flawless game?
Saban is more than willing to part early with standout players. He even supports it.
If Nkemdiche wants to head to the NFL after his junior year, Nick Saban will do everything in his power to make it happen. Alabama's success in this scenario is directly tied to that of Nkemdiche's.
You want a three-and-out? Saban can make it happen if you are willing to commit to his system and play your part.
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Despite controversy and critics, the Alabama Crimson Tide has won two national championships in only three years.
They were also inches away from playing for one in 2008, and a few plays away (Auburn and LSU) from playing for one in 2011.
Championships happened at Alabama in the past, and they will happen in the future.
In the modern era of college football, Nick Saban is the best in the business when it comes to bringing home the crystal football.
The national championship isn't just bragging rights, but a big arse bullet on a resume when heading to the NFL.
When a national champion defensive player from Alabama transitions to the NFL, he gets a lot of attention.
To Robert Nkemdiche:
If you want to make it to the NFL, come to Alabama and win a championship.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 12:47 pm to TideSaint
Good read Saint TY
Posted on 6/9/12 at 1:38 pm to BuccWildBammer
Eh, i think UGAs fans thinking they have a chance at Tyren Jones, basically coming from absolutely nowhere, is even more ridiculous then the LSU fans thinking they may get RN.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 1:59 pm to TideSaint
Good Stuff Saint...
What do you guys think about DT Michael Hill out of South Carolina?
ETA: Apparently Ohio State is the frontrunner for him, so whatever...
What do you guys think about DT Michael Hill out of South Carolina?
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Four-star defensive tackle Michael Hill (Pendleton, S.C./Pendleton) isn’t as close to committing to a school as some might think.
Though he liked his time at Ohio State this week, his schedule is packed with trips to other universities, according to his high school coach, Paul Sutherland.
“No, you won’t see a commitment,” Sutherland said. “I’d say late summer would be the earliest.”
Hill wanted to participate in Ohio State’s senior advanced camp on Sunday, but flight plans to LSU nixed that venture for the 6-foot-2, 315-pound 2013 recruit.
“Michael wanted to go to the camp, but his schedule would not allow it,” Sutherland said. “That’s what we wanted to do, that’s why we made arrangements for [earlier in the week]. He said Ohio State was everything he thought it would be and more.”
LSU isn’t the only landing spot for visits according to Sutherland, as Hill, who is ranked No. 227 in the ESPN 300, has trips to Florida and Alabama lined up.
“Those three [LSU, Florida and Alabama] are the ones he hasn’t been on any part of the campus. He is committed to seeing everything before he puts his short list out.
“Once he sees those three, then he’ll narrow it down. I think the Alabama trip is the last one, and it’s next weekend. It’s Father’s Day weekend. He’s planning on going to LSU then hitting Florida late in the week and then Alabama on the weekend. It will be a whirlwind week for him.”
ETA: Apparently Ohio State is the frontrunner for him, so whatever...
This post was edited on 6/9/12 at 2:03 pm
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:28 pm to ApeDeuce
Shhhhhhh, you hear that? It is the quiet before the storm. I see a 5 star in Crimson on the horizon.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:29 pm to BlackPawnMartyr
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Eh, i think UGAs fans thinking they have a chance at Tyren Jones, basically coming from absolutely nowhere, is even more ridiculous then the LSU fans thinking they may get RN.
It does amze me and I am sure a UGA poster will be here shortly to clarify. But Jones to UGA was never a rumor until the Henry talk started of him flipping. Their boards lit up saying everyone knew someone close to Jones saying he would flip if Henry came to UA. Because he did want to be in a class with 3 RBs. Forget the fact that Jones was quoted saying he knew that.
Now they are changing the story and I saw posted yesterday that this has been happening long before the Henry talk. Do the math meaning Henry has nothing to do with it. They are doing everything they can to convince themselves Jones will the theirs in the end if Henry flips, but they should atleast keep to the same story.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:36 pm to TideWarrior
Totally agree with ^^^^
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:37 pm to TideWarrior
Ferguson's recruitment is a bit strange to say the least. He has to be giving off some questionable vibes. His pure talent is top 15 worthy but no one seems to want him. Whoever gets him, if they can fix whatever is causing teams to pass on him, could have quite a steal on their hands. He's better than some teams #1 choices and definitely better than a few #2 options schools are looking at. I'd be very interested to know what he's doing to turn off schools.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:41 pm to lsufanva
I think it has more to do Ferguson now. Originally he was quoted as saying he was not concerned about being 1 of 2 QBs in a class. But I read on a USC site that he now only wants to the only one.
He keeps going at this rate he will not have many choices left for a school.
He keeps going at this rate he will not have many choices left for a school.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:44 pm to TideWarrior
ArRecruitingGuy: NLR RB Altee Tenpenny runs a 4.35 in the 40 and a 3.98 in the pro-shuttle at Oklahoma St camp today
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:45 pm to Big Bam
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4.35
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:47 pm to TideWarrior
Maybe teams are getting up close looks at his horrible arm tats? They must have all come to the conclusion that anyone stupid enough to pay for those shitty things must not be smart enough to run a college offense. 
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:49 pm to Big Bam
Tenpenny is a fricking manimal. Yeah, I typed that correctly.
If he hadn't broken his ankle laat year I think he would be the top ranked RB in this class.
If he hadn't broken his ankle laat year I think he would be the top ranked RB in this class.
Posted on 6/9/12 at 3:49 pm to Big Bam
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ArRecruitingGuy: NLR RB Altee Tenpenny runs a 4.35 in the 40 and a 3.98 in the pro-shuttle at Oklahoma St camp today
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