2012 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread (+ related news)

[BU Spur]

@ConnorBrewer7
Coach Brown and Harsin just left my house. Leaves no doubt Texas was the right decision.

[the chronic]

@ConnorBrewer7
Coach Brown and Harsin just left my house. Leaves no doubt Texas was the right decision.

if you scroll down his twitter you'll see he is sending messages to Landon Collins (ALLAMERICAN 2) and Arik Armstead asking if they are coming to Texas for a visit. not to mention past messages to DGB.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

While we're mentioning twitter and tweets, Landon Collins page sure insinuates that he's a Alabama lean... smh.

With him canceling the banquet visit that pretty much destroys our chance if we had one to begin with. Well.... Adrian Colbert ????

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

I much prefer you guys chiming in. There's times where I feel like I'm talking to myself

Come on Tfloss, ur awesome. I cant stay off this page, and i know many more feel the same. We try to contribute but most of the time u either beat us or when u post, its our first time hearing it. U are appreciated!

[TFloss32]

@ConnorBrewer7
Coach Brown and Harsin just left my house. Leaves no doubt Texas was the right decision.


Come on Tfloss, ur awesome. I cant stay off this page, and i know many more feel the same. We try to contribute but most of the time u either beat us or when u post, its our first time hearing it. U are appreciated!

Appreciate it. Haven't seen you guys in a while. Welcome back.

[TFloss32]

**Rumors that QB Dayne Crist will follow his former coach, Charlie Weis, to Kansas.

**Sounds like we can take OL/DL Arik Armstead off of the radar. Unless he decides to visit Austin unofficially, he will not be making it to campus. He's decided to use his remaining two official visits for Cal and Auburn. Safe bet that he stays on the West Coast near his family.

[TFloss32]

Some quick film on 2013 DB Antwuan Davis of Bastrop and 2013 OL Darius James of Killeen Harker Heights:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSg1tPZ0RYM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZPTnEKCsL8

[TFloss32]

Update on five-star ATH Nelson Agholor...now that his team is out of the playoffs, he can start focusing more on recruiting. He hasn't come out and said that UT is off of his list, but his coach mentioned that he wasn't aware of any recent contact from the staff. Agholor will officially visit Florida this weekend and that leaves him with three official visits to go (he officially visited Notre Dame back in October during his high school team's bye week). This one hasn't had a positive vibe for a while now and UT will need some serious luck to get him back to campus. It sounds like interest has dwindled from both parties.

[TheMex]

With the addition of WR/ATH Kendall Sanders and possibly DB Colbert, I would assume that Agholor is out of the picture.

On another note, I would not be surprised to start hearing rumors about Major Applewhite to Florida as the OC.

[billfromlaketravis]

With the addition of WR/ATH Kendall Sanders and possibly DB Colbert, I would assume that Agholor is out of the picture.

On another note, I would not be surprised to start hearing rumors about Major Applewhite to Florida as the OC.


They've already started. Hamilton think that there isn't anything to them. I would hope Muschamp learned his lesson this season, and hires an established OC with experience in the SEC. No I don't consider Major an established OC.

[The Reckoning]

major is a household name to UT fans. most of the kids who are being recruited watched this guy play good football for texas. it would be a shame to lose him.

[sahoopster]

Come on Tfloss, ur awesome. I cant stay off this page, and i know many more feel the same. We try to contribute but most of the time u either beat us or when u post, its our first time hearing it. U are appreciated!

Tfloss - you are much appreciated. I've been lurking and following this thread for a while--the information you provide is amazing. In fact, I find myself coming to the site to check on this more than Spurs info. Although I did not attend UT I married an alum and thus have been thrust into the UT scene inheriting the season tickets my wife had. Her friends now come to me for anything UT Football related.

As 3rdCoast said, we're just not on your level.

Keep it up! :toast

[ThePop]

Vaccaro has pretty much confirmed that he is leaving. Normally he could change his mind, but not with his circumstances.

From his twitter
"To declare or not to declare? That is the question!! "
"Feel like its time to get up outta here. Son on the way. Mom is getting tired."

An Adrian Colbert commitment would be nice.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

With the addition of WR/ATH Kendall Sanders and possibly DB Colbert, I would assume that Agholor is out of the picture.

On another note, I would not be surprised to start hearing rumors about Major Applewhite to Florida as the OC.

Do you guys actually think Major would leave his own prestigious alma mater for another school that is offering him the same position that he is co-running now? I would hate for that to happen especially since he's a legend and beast in recruiting based partially off the legend aspect of it in itself.:nope

[the chronic]

Update on five-star ATH Nelson Agholor...now that his team is out of the playoffs, he can start focusing more on recruiting. He hasn't come out and said that UT is off of his list, but his coach mentioned that he wasn't aware of any recent contact from the staff. Agholor will officially visit Florida this weekend and that leaves him with three official visits to go (he officially visited Notre Dame back in October during his high school team's bye week). This one hasn't had a positive vibe for a while now and UT will need some serious luck to get him back to campus. It sounds like interest has dwindled from both parties.

sad to hear although expected. as highly regarded as agholor is, i think he is underrated and is one of the most explosive players in the country. a can't miss prospect.

[the chronic]

http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/high-school/post/_/id/9811/mario-edwards-not-totally-sold-on-florida-state

Mario Edwards not totally sold on Florida State

"Edwards says he still has LSU and Oklahoma under consideration and is also taking a recruiting trip to Texas this weekend. After traveling to Austin, Edwards will take trips to LSU and Oklahoma and said he may even travel west to check out USC."

[billfromlaketravis]

Wow fellas, Mack made some interesting comments at the Banquet last night and nothing on this thread. Step it up.

[shyne]

Wow fellas, Mack made some interesting comments at the Banquet last night and nothing on this thread. Step it up.

What did he say?

[billfromlaketravis]

What did he say?


Free Orangebloods story:


December 10, 2011


Chip Brown
Orangebloods.com Columnist

Talk about it in Inside the 40 Acres
There has been a ton of speculation lately about if Texas would add another quarterback to the class of 2012 - maybe even a junior college or graduate transfer.

On Friday night at Texas' annual football banquet, I asked Mack what the prospects were for adding a quarterback to incoming freshmen Connor Brewer and Jalen Overstreet as well as returners David Ash and Case McCoy.

"I don't know. We're looking at it right now because our quarterbacks are still young," Mack Brown said. "It's funny. Right after the Baylor game, everyone scattered.

"Everyone goes recruiting. We didn't have our first staff meeting until this morning.

"Today, we were just talking about the possibilities of what would be out there or what we'd look at. Or do we just continue in the light we're in now? We'll have another staff meeting Sunday and pull together some more thoughts than we have right now."

I followed up by asking if Mack would be inclined to take a junior college quarterback or graduate tansfer (like a Dayne Crist, who will apparently visit Kansas now that Charlie Weis is the coach).

"I don't know," Brown said. "I think those are things we're looking at. We've taken two junior college players in our first 13 years.

"And obviously we are looking at some now. That's kind of a new road for us to look on. We are not going to become a junior college program. It's to fit a need. If you find the right guy and find the right student, that's something we'll have to look at Sunday."

[billfromlaketravis]

Don't let the Chip Brown byline throw you off. Mack said it, it's a direct quote also reported on other sites.

[shyne]

So the banquet was last night?

[shyne]

Connor Brewer just sent out a tweet he was hanging out at Macks house with Cayleb Jones, Kendall Sanders, and Mario edwards I assume.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Connor Brewer just sent out a tweet he was hanging out at Macks house with Cayleb Jones, Kendall Sanders, and Mario edwards I assume.

I think its the new commit Marcus Johnson, not Mario Edwards. We arent that lucky. There's still alot of talent at that house.

[shyne]

I think its the new commit Marcus Johnson, not Mario Edwards. We arent that lucky. There's still alot of talent at that house.

Naww I think its Mario, word is we could be new favorite for him. He must be enjoying himself this weekend.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

This is the link to the awards given out at the banquet last night. Unfortunately I dont know any recruiting news involved with the banquet.

http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/120911aab.html

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Naww I think its Mario, word is we could be new favorite for him. He must be enjoying himself this weekend.

Well i wont argue with that! Hope so.....

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Sorry Shyne, u were absolutely right. I was looking at Cayleb's tweet instead of Conner's. Cayleb tweeted that he was having breakfast with Conner, Kendall Sanders, and Marcus Johnson, at Mack's home.

[billfromlaketravis]

Check out Recruitocosm's Twitter feed on the Banquet weekend. The Asset is all over this one.

[billfromlaketravis]

Adrian Colbert just tweeted: "24"

Could be something.

[shyne]

Adrian Colbert just tweeted: "24"

Could be something.

Could only mean one thing

[TheMex]

Could only mean one thing
He is wearing #24 at Baylor next year???

I kid :downspin:

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Rumors swirling that Colbert has committed to texas!! Hope im not prematurely wrong.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Im thinking the Colbert commitment, if true is soft. It may not go public until he is able to talk to baylor coaches as well as talk it over more with his family.

[scottspurs]

Recruitocosm twitter feed is talking about chasing down another new prospect that would be the final piece of the offensive puzzle and he is not talking about DGB.

[shyne]

Recruitocosm twitter feed is talking about chasing down another prospect that would be the final piece of the offensive puzzle and he is not talking about DGB.

Regardless who it is I'd rather have DGB. Its probably brooks, coleman, or jonshon.

[billfromlaketravis]

Recruitocosm twitter feed is talking about chasing down another prospect that would be the final piece of the offensive puzzle and he is not talking about DGB.


Mack said they're considering a graduate or JUCO QB last night at the Banquet.

[scottspurs]

Regardless who it is I'd rather have DGB. Its probably brooks, coleman, or jonshon.

The only player I can think of other than the players you mentioned would be Trey Williams which would be hilarious. Unless it's a QB they are talking about. It would have to be a JUCO or Transfer with Overstreet and Brewer already on board. A QB would definitely be the final piece.

[scottspurs]

Mack said they're considering a graduate or JUCO QB last night at the Banquet.

Exactly :hat

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Recruitocosm twitter feed is talking about chasing down another new prospect that would be the final piece of the offensive puzzle and he is not talking about DGB.

:wtf I cant even imagine who that could be. If we are still in full pursuit of DGB then i cant imagine it being a wideout especially considering all the wideouts committing of lately. Maybe they are taking advantage of the coaching change in A&M country and are looking at some of there commits. Trey williams maybe? I heard that the coaches have continued to keep in touch with him. He is fit for the D.J. Monroe role as well special teams. He is more of a dynamic player than Brooks. I went to see him play against westfield last week. Beast!! He is undersized but he doesnt play like it.

[scottspurs]

http://twitter.com/Recruitocosm

"Been talking it over with Tipsy and dedfischer; Jacob Karam would make perfect short-term sense." -Recruitocosm Twitter feed

http://rivals.yahoo.com/texastech/football/recruiting/player-Jacob-Karam-58090 Rivals Page

http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/sports/ncaa_football/111130-qb-jacob-karam-is-leaving-texas-tech Leaving Tech

I could not find any solid highlight videos.

[shyne]

They should give Ash another shot, I think with another year of coaching hes going to be alot better next year. I wouldnt mind Karam to come in and compete, but I bet Ash wins the job.

[TheMex]

Keep reading tweets that Texas leads with Mario Edwards Jr and that Adrian Colbert has committed to Texas.

Does not suck.

[shyne]

If Edwards cancels one of his visits to LSU and OU I think we might have a shot, but if not his new team will probably change every week.

[TheMex]

Agreed. Well the good news is that we are in the mix and this one is still up in the air.


edit: earlier my iphone changed my phrase to "...that we are in the mud..." haha

[shyne]

Read that he and his dad were going to sit down with the coaches and watch film on the position he would be playing, might get even better news after that.

[TFloss32]

Keep reading tweets that Texas leads with Mario Edwards Jr and that Adrian Colbert has committed to Texas.

Does not suck.

Great news. Sorry I haven't been around, guys. I haven't had computer access since Friday morning. Anyway, Hook 'Em 24/7 can't confirm that Colbert is committed to UT, but another prospect in attendance said that Colbert switched to Texas after the lunch at Mack's house yesterday. He's had the look of #24 for a few days now so it's good to hear he's enjoyed himself. We'll do a recap of everything soon.

[billfromlaketravis]

http://twitter.com/Recruitocosm

"Been talking it over with Tipsy and dedfischer; Jacob Karam would make perfect short-term sense." -Recruitocosm Twitter feed

http://rivals.yahoo.com/texastech/football/recruiting/player-Jacob-Karam-58090 Rivals Page

http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/sports/ncaa_football/111130-qb-jacob-karam-is-leaving-texas-tech Leaving Tech

I could not find any solid highlight videos.


I like Karam's game quite a bit. That would work.

[TFloss32]

There are some good pictures out there right now that I'll post later, but this one is from Brewer's Twitter with all of the attendees in the LHN studio. That's DE Mario Edwards in the helmet and then from left to right: DE Hassan Ridgeway (face cut off), LB Tim Cole, DB Adrian Colbert, OL Camrhon Hughes, DT Malcom Brown, DE Torshiro Davis (with his friend by his side), WR Marcus Johnson, DB Bryson Echols. Not sure who the big guy is sitting down.

http://s1-02.twitpicproxy.com/photos/large/469607443.jpg

[billfromlaketravis]

There are some good pictures out there right now that I'll post later, but this one is from Brewer's Twitter with all of the attendees in the LHN studio. That's DE Mario Edwards in the helmet and then from left to right: DE Hassan Ridgeway (face cut off), LB Tim Cole, DB Adrian Colbert, OL Camrhon Hughes, DT Malcom Brown, DE Torshiro Davis (with his friend by his side), WR Marcus Johnson, DB Bryson Echols. Not sure who the big guy is sitting down.

http://s1-02.twitpicproxy.com/photos/large/469607443.jpg


Oh the Ags won't like this one. I love it.

[TFloss32]

From Inside Texas:

@ITBlake
Just heard that Mineral Wells Safety Adrian Colbert has committed to the #Longhorns. #UT #Texas

[TFloss32]

http://vmedia.rivals.com/uploads/902/1184369.JPG

[TFloss32]

http://i809.photobucket.com/albums/zz12/danimal10/CBrew-1.jpg (http://s809.photobucket.com/albums/zz12/danimal10/?action=view&current=CBrew-1.jpg)

QB Connor Brewer, WR Marcus Johnson, WR Cayleb Jones, ATH Kendall Sanders

[billfromlaketravis]

Those are some good pics Floss. Edwards looks to be "feeling it" while Torshiro seems more reluctant.

[DMX7]

That photo has got to scare the daylights out of FSU.

[TFloss32]

Those are some good pics Floss. Edwards looks to be "feeling it" while Torshiro seems more reluctant.

Hopefully more reports will come out in the next few days but a lot of rumors going around that Edwards is really liking Texas at the moment. Davis either wasn't ready for the picture or he's bored.

[TFloss32]

ATH Kendall Sanders momentarily regretting his commitment to UT after seeing Bennie Wylie in action:

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/322524.jpg

[TFloss32]

A portion of Mack Brown's mansion where all of the commitments had lunch on Friday:

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/322532.jpg

[billfromlaketravis]

Hopefully more reports will come out in the next few days but a lot of rumors going around that Edwards is really liking Texas at the moment. Davis either wasn't ready for the picture or he's bored.


If the Hat has conquered Shreveport, that's his last recruiting frontier. I hope Torshiro is having a good time, but it sounds like Texas has better shot with Super Mario.

[TFloss32]

That photo has got to scare the daylights out of FSU.

There's a reason why coaches from opposing teams do all they can to get recruits to avoid the UT banquet. Texas has a realistic shot at almost anyone if they get them to campus for a visit, but put them in the banquet atmosphere with all of the other Longhorn commitments and it's takes things up a notch. The coaches will have given Edwards and his folks a lot to think about once they leave Austin.

[TFloss32]

Just an FYI that ATH Daje Johnson had his official visit to TCU this weekend.

[TFloss32]

The Daily Texan isn't exactly a recruiting source, but here you go:

Trey_Scott Trey Scott
Am told Texas in lead for services of DE Mario Edwards, for now. Here's a number: Edwards gives Longhorns a 65-percent chance.

[TFloss32]

One more from Inside Texas:

ITBlake Blake Munroe
Colbert's father has "Longhorns hats in hand" as well. Obviously it means nothing. But, as we said, he's committed according to two sources

[TFloss32]

Latest Facebook update from DT Malcom Brown. Foreshadowing?

Shuga Brown
What if Mario Edwards commited to Texas between now and Feb. 1st?

[billfromlaketravis]

Latest Facebook update from DT Malcom Brown. Foreshadowing?

Shuga Brown
What if Mario Edwards commited to Texas between now and Feb. 1st?


Please Gawd yes. If we get that defense together, just kick field goals and hope for the best. It worked for 2009 Bama.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Some recruiting news to go along with the Banquet

http://www.burntorangenation.com/section/Football

[TFloss32]

A good quote from QB Connor Brewer on bringing in a transfer or JUCO QB:

"We talked about it a little bit on my in-home visit. Its been brought up. They didn't say no but they didn't say yes, so I'm really not sure what they're going to do there. For me, it would be the same as it would have been had Gilbert stayed. I'd be able to come in, sit for a little bit, redshirt, and get to look at things before I get in there and play, which isn't a bad thing. To me, it's not that big of a deal."

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Interview with Adrian Colbert and Cosm.

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/10/25/mineral-wells-adrian-colbert-the-next-pup-in-akinas-kennel/

[TFloss32]

If anyone missed it, UCLA has hired Jim Mora, Jr.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

A good quote from QB Connor Brewer on bringing in a transfer or JUCO QB:

"We talked about it a little bit on my in-home visit. Its been brought up. They didn't say no but they didn't say yes, so I'm really not sure what they're going to do there. For me, it would be the same as it would have been had Gilbert stayed. I'd be able to come in, sit for a little bit, redshirt, and get to look at things before I get in there and play, which isn't a bad thing. To me, it's not that big of a deal."

Thats good to know. A redshirt year is most often the ideal situation for a quarterback seeing that the position is so demanding. Glad he realizes that and isnt discouraged by it all.

[TFloss32]

Tfloss - you are much appreciated. I've been lurking and following this thread for a while--the information you provide is amazing. In fact, I find myself coming to the site to check on this more than Spurs info. Although I did not attend UT I married an alum and thus have been thrust into the UT scene inheriting the season tickets my wife had. Her friends now come to me for anything UT Football related.

As 3rdCoast said, we're just not on your level.

Keep it up! :toast

Appreciate the kind words, man. We've got several great contributors on this thread. Stick around.

[TFloss32]

I've haven't seen this addressed yet, but the rumors of WR Darius White transferring are picking up steam. Believe it or not, Texas A&M is thought to be a possible destination for him. This one has always felt like a matter of time and his chances of significant playing time aren't going to get better with the stellar freshmen coming in. We'll see what the talk is after the Holiday Bowl.

[Harry Callahan]

I've haven't seen this addressed yet, but the rumors of WR Darius White transferring are picking up steam. Believe it or not, Texas A&M is thought to be a possible destination for him. This one has always felt like a matter of time and his chances of significant playing time aren't going to get better with the stellar freshmen coming in. We'll see what the talk is after the Holiday Bowl.

White just looked a little lost out there for UT. A&M would be a good landing spot for him. :lol

[ThePop]

Kevin Vaccaro has apparently been offered. (according to Kenny's twitter)
If this is a regular offer and not a greyshirt, it may help Kenny stay.

Edit: Kevin Vaccaro has committed.

[ThePop]

I guess this just about wraps up this class. Anything after this will be bonus (DGB, Edwards, etc...)

[billfromlaketravis]

Kevin's senior film: http://www.hudl.com/athlete/831018/kevin-vaccaro

He hits like a truck, good speed, ball skills are pretty good.

[TFloss32]

Kevin Vaccaro has apparently been offered. (according to Kenny's twitter)
If this is a regular offer and not a greyshirt, it may help Kenny stay.

Edit: Kevin Vaccaro has committed.

Damn. Offering little Vaccaro a full ride instead of a grayshirt makes me wonder just how much attrition this staff is expecting and how many more prospects they're targeting. At first glance I wonder why he's offered over ATH Corey Coleman or ATH Daje Johnson. I guess, at the very least, it's a good way to get the older Vaccaro to come back for his senior year. He does have some skills, though. You factor in Colbert and that's 25 for 2012.

[billfromlaketravis]

Damn. Offering little Vaccaro a full ride instead of a grayshirt makes me wonder just how much attrition this staff is expecting and how many more prospects they're targeting. At first glance I wonder why he's offered over ATH Corey Coleman or ATH Daje Johnson. I guess, at the very least, it's a good way to get the older Vaccaro to come back for his senior year. He does have some skills, though. You factor in Colbert and that's 25 for 2012.


I'm right there with you Floss. I like Kevin's game, but I hope this offer didn't come at the expense of Corey Coleman or Daje Johnson.

[TheMex]

With Kevin Vaccaro's commitment there is only room for three more commitments, the likely options are:
DGB
Mario Edwards Jr
Adrian Colbert
Torshiro Davis
Daje Johnson
Corey Coleman
Daniel Brooks

My guess (because I like guessing stuff), and this is just a hunch: AC and DJ (hope Im wrong)

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

I dont know guys. I kinda have mixed feelings on the Kevin offer. I understand you all's concern with numbers being so tight but i dont mind the offer. The guy kinda reminds me of the honey badger for LSU. Not very big but always around the ball, not scared of anyone and ferocious. Tyrann proved that u dont necessarily have to have 4 or 5 stars next to your name in order to ball out. If he does cause Kenny to stay another year like Tfloss suggested then im definitely for it. As long as we have room for the possible commitments of Super Mario, Adrian (in which i think is already in the bag) and DGB.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

With talk of this mystery offensive recruit out there, im getting excited about the possibility of it being Trey Williams. I wouldnt mind him getting one of those last spots over coleman or johnson if we somehow dont bring in DGB or Mario. Anyone have more info on the mystery offensive recruit?

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Adrian Colbert's commitment is official and hitting the wire, as well as Kevin Vaccaro's commitment. :toast

[TheMex]

Just saw a tweet that read:

"Spoke with Daje Johnson this weekend. Said he doesn't talk to Texas anymore and will be heading to TCU for sure."

from Blake Munroe (don't know who that is)

[billfromlaketravis]

With talk of this mystery offensive recruit out there, im getting excited about the possibility of it being Trey Williams. I wouldnt mind him getting one of those last spots over coleman or johnson if we somehow dont bring in DGB or Mario. Anyone have more info on the mystery offensive recruit?


Hamilton has mentioned unnamed DEs that Texas is evaluating on several occasions.

[the chronic]

Shuga Brown
What if Mario Edwards commited to Texas between now and Feb. 1st?


http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z166/shinyfish/foosball/mario.jpg

[billfromlaketravis]

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z166/shinyfish/foosball/mario.jpg


I see that Super Mario is doing the Hook 'Em properly. Well done.

[DMX7]

I see that Super Mario is doing the Hook 'Em properly. Well done.

It's not that hard.

[ThePop]

It's not that hard.

It is for Matthew McConaughey.

[the chronic]

maybe still a chance kenny holds off NFL for one more year? i'm still not counting on it but interesting quote below.

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http://espn.go.com/colleges/texas/football/recruiting/story/_/id/7342019/cornerback-kevin-vaccaro-commits-texas-longhorns

Vaccaro has dreamt about playing for Texas for some time, and the appeal of the Longhorns increased when his brother joined the team in 2009. He just wasn't sure if he would make his way to Texas with a scholarship offer or a greyshirt.

"[Coach Akina] said if things didn't work out [with the scholarship] I could for sure go there as a greyshirt," Vaccaro said. "He wasn't expecting me to get a greyshirt at all. He was expecting me to get a full ride."

Vaccaro said that he would have accepted the greyshirt if the scholarship offer never came.

"Most likely because I have always wanted to go to Texas," he said. "Especially with Kenny there for another year before he goes to the league."

[TFloss32]

Some quotes from DE Torshiro Davis after his visit to UT. He mentioned on another site that LSU was still his #1 school:

“I liked the visit,” Davis said. “I got the chance to meet all of the coaches and get to know them better. Just being around the players was the best part. I felt comfortable around the players. It was pretty tight."

“On a scale of one to ten, it probably an eight,” he said.

“Basically, they said that I could come in and get on the field. They need more edge rushers and said I could make an impact,” he said.

“I really haven’t talked a lot about the visit, she (Davis' mother) is saying that she liked it a lot. Everything was real nice,” he said.

“I’m just going to take my visits and see what happens. I’m still committed to LSU and will visit in January (20-21st weekend). I’m going to visit Nebraska next weekend too,” he said.

[TFloss32]

Pictures from the team banquet:

http://www.texassports.com/view.gal?id=108310&startYear=2011

[TFloss32]

Good pic of OL Camrhon Hughes:

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/323510.jpg

[TFloss32]

Some reactions from the commitments after banquet weekend:

ATH Kendall Sanders
Enjoyed my stay in Austin Coach Brown put us in a 1st class hotel I got to kick it with my teammates and I had a great time and I'm PROUD to b Longhorn #TGOD

LB Tim Cole
Finally home from from my trip to Austin. The weekend was fun hanging with my T.G.O.D boys and my future coaches. Really looking forward to being in Austin next year.

S/o to Mack brown and the whole Texas family. Y'all sure kno how to make me feel at home. #T.G.O.D #Hookem

DT Malcom Brown
On my way back to Brenham...had a great time at my future school with all my future teammates #T.G.O.D.

DT Alex Norman
Wow my weekend at Austin was AMAZING! We was foolin! Highschool really sucks now since i experienced college... #HookEm

[TFloss32]

DB Colin Blake of San Antonio Brandeis has decommitted from Texas A&M. It's a trend that could continue depending on which members of the previous staff Kevin Sumlin decides to keep.

[TFloss32]

**Per Hook 'Em 24/7, Mack Brown will be on the road the majority of this week doing campus and in-home visits with some of the UT commitments. Killeen Harker Heights will be his first stop this afternoon where he'll see OL Camrhon Hughes. LB Alex De La Torre and DB Orlando Thomas are also expected to get visits from Brown later in the week because they too are early enrollees and will be on campus in January for the spring semester.

**OL Kennedy Estelle is scheduled to receive an in-home visit from Major Applewhite and Stacy Searels tomorrow night. Estelle's official visit to UT is tentatively scheduled for January 20th.

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LB Alex De La Torre

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/323633.jpg

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DT Malcom Brown and LB Tim Cole

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[TFloss32]

Just a heads up that WR Dorial Green-Beckham and DE Mario Edwards are scheduled for official visits to OU this weekend. Edwards may re-schedule for January but that's the latest.

[TFloss32]

More quotes from QB Connor Brewer after banquet weekend:

"Staying in the Four Seasons, that was a really nice hotel. So that was a plus. But getting all the commits together and some of the big recruits we're trying to get was awesome," Brewer said. "We went to the banquet and met our hosts and all the guys were great. Then we went to coach (Mack) Brown's house in the morning, that was really special to get to know him and his family. Meeting the strength staff, the academic staff, everything was great, top of the line."

"Going to the Longhorn Network studios, that was awesome too. Texas is the only school in the nation that has their own network. Everything about it was top of the line. It was awesome to go on this official, especially with friends, other commits. Everyone is anxious to get there and start playing."

"Our hosts and the current Texas players weren't really on them (the uncommitted recruits) too much. But I know all of them liked it. I think Texas made a big impact on their recruitment," Brewer said. "I know all of them came back liking Texas a little more. I think Texas is in good shape with all of them. There's obviously a lot of recruiting left and they have more official visits. It will be interesting."

"It's not that I'm not in shape, but I want to get in shape for the Under Armour (All-American) game, get ready for that. Then obviously when I get to Texas, I want to get in there and be ready," Brewer said. "It's going to be al lot of hard work in the weight room and in class."

"I want to get prepared before I get there. I'm going to throw a lot, going to get used to everything that I'll be seeing when I'm in college."

"Coach (Bryan) Harsin said he's looking for somebody to step up, to provide leadership and perform well on the field," Brewer said. "This last season was kind of an up and down. I'm going to go in and work as hard as I can. If I win the job, I win the job. Coach Harsin is going to play the guys who are most ready. I'm just going to go in and give it all I've got."

[TFloss32]

More on in-home visits...Mack Brown will be heading to Mississippi tomorrow to see OL Donald Hawkins and DT Brandon Moore. Both are expected to move to Austin in January.

[TFloss32]

Article on DB Kevin Vaccaro's commitment to UT:

http://espn.go.com/colleges/texas/football/recruiting/story/_/id/7342019/cornerback-kevin-vaccaro-commits-texas-longhorns

[TFloss32]

One more pic of the UT commitments making their sales pitch to DE Mario Edwards:

http://vmedia.rivals.com/uploads/902/1184756.JPG

[TFloss32]

**Per Hook 'Em 24/7, Mack Brown will be on the road the majority of this week doing campus and in-home visits with some of the UT commitments. Killeen Harker Heights will be his first stop this afternoon where he'll see OL Camrhon Hughes. LB Alex De La Torre and DB Orlando Thomas are also expected to get visits from Brown later in the week because they too are early enrollees and will be on campus in January for the spring semester.

Correction on this...Mack will be visiting Copperas Cove first with Manny Diaz and Stacy Searels also along for the trip. They will head to Killeen to see Hughes after lunch.

[TFloss32]

A few more new ones. You'll need to zoom out.

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[billfromlaketravis]

A few more new ones. You'll need to zoom out.

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/646/1646/323751.jpg

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Per Gerry Hamilton, Cayleb Jones meant to the Gig 'Em in that picture.

[ColinB]

Article on DB Kevin Vaccaro's commitment to UT:

http://espn.go.com/colleges/texas/football/recruiting/story/_/id/7342019/cornerback-kevin-vaccaro-commits-texas-longhorns

I don't really like the scholarship offer, but if it means:

"Most likely because I have always wanted to go to Texas," he said. "Especially with Kenny there for another year before he goes to the league."

I'm all for it.


Who is the small guy in red in the second pic?

[TFloss32]

Who is the small guy in red in the second pic?

Just a friend that DE Torshiro Davis brought along for the trip.

Welcome to the thread, ColinB.

[TFloss32]

Per Gerry Hamilton, Cayleb Jones meant to the Gig 'Em in that picture.

Oh, Bill.

[ColinB]

Thanks! Current UT student and avid reader/lurker of this thread. Appreciate all the great info you guys provide.

[TFloss32]

Perhaps this will help UT a little with DE Mario Edwards:

http://www.tampabay.com/sports/college/auburn-reportedly-talks-with-fsu-seminoles-assistant-coach-mark-stoops/1205876

[ColinB]

Trey_Scott Trey Scott
Am told Texas in lead for services of DE Mario Edwards, for now. Here's a number: Edwards gives Longhorns a 65-percent chance

[ThePop]

Trey_Scott Trey Scott
Am told Texas in lead for services of DE Mario Edwards, for now. Here's a number: Edwards gives Longhorns a 65-percent chance

Yeah we're not sure how reliable that is coming from the Daily Texan. Hopefully he's right.

Oh and welcome, good to see another current UT student here.

[ColinB]

Good point, but I like to stay hopelessly optimistic. :toast

I'm all for Edwards, but there is no way this guy stays at DE. He is HUGE. Does anyone know if some current DTs are on their way out? Bible?

EDIT: Of course, he wouldn't have to change positions I suppose, but I think he could really excel as a DT.

[the chronic]

I'm all for Edwards, but there is no way this guy stays at DE. He is HUGE. Does anyone know if some current DTs are on their way out? Bible?

EDIT: Of course, he wouldn't have to change positions I suppose, but I think he could really excel as a DT.

Edwards is emphatic about staying at DE. One of the things he loved about FSU is they told him he could play DE at any weight even if 300lbs+. If he keeps his speed I don't see why he can't stay at DE. Of course I believe he is over 280lbs now before even enrolling so we'll see how much he weights a year into college conditioning.

And I believe Bible and Cotton have one foot out the door among many others. Expect lots of attrition comings soon.

[TFloss32]

Junior film on 2013 DB George Baltimore of Mansfield (teammate of DE Hassan Ridgeway):

http://www.youtube.com/v/cA1hsoLoEOo

[The Reckoning]

looks like some solid prospects thus far..maybe by the time next season starts theyll have their horns facing the right direction!

[TFloss32]

**Some good news to start the day...WR Dorial Green-Beckham will NOT be visiting OU this weekend because he has a scheduling conflict with his high school basketball team. That's great news for UT considering this is a big recruiting weekend for the Sooners. It's looking like DGB will wait until January to take his remaining officials to Arkansas and OU as he has nothing scheduled right now. There is even some small talk that he could be done taking visits altogether, but it's nothing to get worked up about right now.

**DE Mario Edwards received an in-home visit from OU's co-defensive coordinator, Bobby Jack Wright, last night. Edwards is still scheduled to visit Norman this weekend but it's possible he doesn't make it.

**Alabama's offensive cordinator, Jim McElwain, has left for the head coaching position at Colorado State.

http://www.denverpost.com/csu/ci_19534369

[billfromlaketravis]

Article on Mario Edwards from the local paper in Denton:

Comments | Recommended
Football: Ryan’s Edwards divided on FSU decision
Defensive end rethinks options after orally committing in March
08:38 AM CST on Tuesday, December 13, 2011
By Ben Baby / Staff Writer
Ryan defensive end and star recruit Mario Edwards said on Monday he’s split “50-50” on continuing his career at Florida State or another school.


Mario Edwards
Edwards, who orally committed to FSU in March, took a visit to Texas this weekend with Ryan linebacker Alex De La Torre, who has already committed to play for the Longhorns.

Edwards’ father, Mario Edwards Sr., attended FSU and is an assistant coach at Ryan. The younger Edwards said he enjoyed his trip to Austin.

“They had a lot to offer, and I definitely had a good time down there,” Edwards said. “They’re definitely on my radar.”

Edwards gave a nonbinding oral commitment to attend FSU in March. The first day Edwards can sign a letter of intent is Feb.1. The Ryan senior said he plans on making his decision when the time to sign approaches.

Edwards, a consensus top 10 recruit in the nation, said he really didn’t give Texas a chance at the beginning of the decision-making process.

Originally, the 6-foot-4-inch, 285 pound defensive end chose FSU because he felt comfortable at the school and it’s his father’s alma matter. Edwards said he’ll visit Oklahoma this weekend, and that he plans on taking visits to LSU and Southern California.

“I think I really jumped the gun and didn’t get to see what other schools had to offer,” Edwards said.

Edwards was named the 2010 Class 4A Defensive Player of the Year by The Associated Press. This year, he was a finalist for the Landry Award, which is given to the best high school player in the North Texas area. Aledo running back Johnathan Gray eventually won the award.

Edwards and De La Torre are two of six players from Ryan who have orally committed to Football Bowl Subdivision programs.

BEN BABY can be reached at 940-566-6869. His e-mail address is [email protected] .

[billfromlaketravis]

**Some good news to start the day...WR Dorial Green-Beckham will NOT be visiting OU this weekend because he has a scheduling conflict with his high school basketball team. That's great news for UT considering this is a big recruiting weekend for the Sooners. It's looking like DGB will wait until January to take his remaining officials to Arkansas and OU as he has nothing scheduled right now. There is even some small talk that he could be done taking visits altogether, but it's nothing to get worked up about right now.

**DE Mario Edwards received an in-home visit from OU's co-defensive coordinator, Bobby Jack Wright, last night. Edwards is still scheduled to visit Norman this weekend but it's possible he doesn't make it.

**Alabama's offensive cordinator, Jim McElwain, has left for the head coaching position at Colorado State.

http://www.denverpost.com/csu/ci_19534369


I saw the DGB is not making any more visits rumor, I'm not buying, but it is good that he visited Texas before the meat of his basketball season. That Kansas State game, despite being a close loss, could be one of the more important recruiting weekends in recent memory. Texas landed Brandon Moore, Donald Hawkins, and put themselves in a good position with DGB because of that weekend.

I think one of the remaining schools gets lost in the shuffle with Dorial's basketball schedule. I know Mizzou was iffy for a visit, it might be difficult for that to happen now. I'm also encouraged that DGB is yet to schedule a visit to Arkansas. They've gone from the co - favorites with OU to fighting for a visit in January.

Remember always that Mack has the in home visit ace up his sleeve. The only person as good as Mack in the living room is in Columbus, Ohio. Mack should be a busy man in January with likely in home visits to DGB, Mario Edwards and Torshiro Davis.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from LB Alex De La Torre after his official visit to UT:

"It was awesome," De La Torre said. "I mean, I can't express how much I love this university and this college and my fellow teammates and commits. It's just a great place to be and I'm excited to get down there and play."

"Just being around the others guys and hanging around some of the new guys who committed and getting to know each other more," he said. "It was good to get close with those guys."

"The new commits, I didn't know much about them. I may have messaged them once before, but coming on the visit and actually talking to them and meeting their parents and getting to know them this past weekend that's been the highlight of my weekend," De La Torre said. "Getting these guys accustomed to us and just being a part of our family."

"I think the guys who weren't committed, Torshiro Davis and Mario (Edwards), they fit in well," De La Torre said. "They were joking around with us. We all got along great with each other. It was pretty much just getting to know each other and hanging out and having a good time."

"I'm ready for the challenge," he said.

[TFloss32]

Remember always that Mack has the in home visit ace up his sleeve. The only person as good as Mack in the living room is in Columbus, Ohio. Mack should be a busy man in January with likely in home visits to DGB, Mario Edwards and Torshiro Davis.

That's where Mack is always at his best. He'll save the in-home visits with DGB and Edwards for the perfect time (some point in January) and I expect him to kill it. Hopefully it all works out and UT has another five-star ending to their class like they did in 2010 with Jeffcoat and Hicks.

[TFloss32]

“I think I really jumped the gun and didn’t get to see what other schools had to offer,” Edwards said.

Once Muschamp left, Edwards didn't give UT much of a chance. Good to know that he's been a fan of the Longhorn D this year and was able to spend a good amount of time with Diaz this past weekend going over film and schemes. Also doesn't hurt that De La Torre is in his ear.

[TFloss32]

**Both Bryan Harsin and Bruce Chambers will be headed to see TE Vincent Hobbs play basketball on Friday night and talk more about a potential official visit to Austin.

**A little bit more on QB Jacob Karam:

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/13/texas-looking-at-bringing-in-transfer-qb-jacob-karam/

[billfromlaketravis]

**Both Bryan Harsin and Bruce Chambers will be headed to see TE Vincent Hobbs play basketball on Friday night and talk more about a potential official visit to Austin.

**A little bit more on QB Jacob Karam:

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/13/texas-looking-at-bringing-in-transfer-qb-jacob-karam/


That Karam news will blow up the internet. I hope it goes down that way. I like Bo Wallace better, but you can only go so far out of your comfort zone.

[TFloss32]

OL Donald Hawkins has been named a first team NJCAA All-American.

[TFloss32]

An article on Karam from two weeks ago. Best thing about him is he's available to enroll at his next school in January. Incredibly smart kid.

http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/sports/ncaa_football/111130-qb-jacob-karam-is-leaving-texas-tech

[TheMex]

Saw this on Shaggybevo, early enrollees:

Connor Brewer, QB, Scottsdale (Ariz.) Chaparral
Camrhon Hughes, OT, Killeen Harker Heights
Donald Hawkins, OT, Northwest Mississippi C.C.
Brandon Moore, DT, East Mississippi C.C.
Alex De La Torre, LB, Denton Ryan
Orlando Thomas, CB/ATH, Copperas Cove

[billfromlaketravis]

An article on Karam from two weeks ago. Best thing about him is he's available to enroll at his next school in January. Incredibly smart kid.

http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/sports/ncaa_football/111130-qb-jacob-karam-is-leaving-texas-tech


To add more fuel to the fire, Boise State recruited Karam out of high school.

[TFloss32]

To add more fuel to the fire, Boise State recruited Karam out of high school.

OU and Heupel also offered. Tells you something about his skillset.

[TFloss32]

Saw this on Shaggybevo, early enrollees:

Connor Brewer, QB, Scottsdale (Ariz.) Chaparral
Camrhon Hughes, OT, Killeen Harker Heights
Donald Hawkins, OT, Northwest Mississippi C.C.
Brandon Moore, DT, East Mississippi C.C.
Alex De La Torre, LB, Denton Ryan
Orlando Thomas, CB/ATH, Copperas Cove

Having Brewer, Hawkins and Moore in Austin next month is big.

[TFloss32]

DE Caleb Bluiett and LB Tim Cole will be playing in an Austin all-star game soon:

http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/sports/hs/article/West-Brook-s-Bluiett-selected-to-play-in-2397463.php

[TFloss32]

Good read on DGB that I hadn't seen before:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/6892390/dorial-green-beckham-nation-top-receiver-a-lot-stays-positive

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods reporting that things are in motion for DT Taylor Bible to transfer out of UT. I'm sure more will follow once the Holiday Bowl is complete. DT De'Aires Cotton is also expected to leave with a medical issue.

[TFloss32]

From OL Donald Hawkins:

MooGotti51 Donald Hawkins
I #offically pass all my classes!! I will definetly be in Austin cum JAn. Im soo #Happy!!!!!!!

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods reporting that things are in motion for DT Taylor Bible to transfer out of UT. I'm sure more will follow once the Holiday Bowl is complete. DT De'Aires Cotton is also expected to leave with a medical issue.

T_Bibes94 Taylor Bible
The time for change has come, thanks #startingover

Bible is officially gone as of this afternoon.

[TFloss32]

Add a third transfer on the day...WR Darius White is also no longer with UT.

[TFloss32]

WR Dorial Green-Beckham has been in New York this week with other big-name prospects promoting the 2012 US Army All-American Bowl. He is a candidate for their "Player of the Year" and I assume he'll get it. Here are some more quotes from him to give you an idea of what kind of person he is:

"Since my brother has gone through cancer, I have been a better person for him and for everybody in our whole community," he said. "It was tough to think that my little brother has Leukemia, so I've been doing things for him, doing things for my family and doing things for the people that have followed me since back when I was in middle school."

"Being in the Beckham family made me a better person and a better role model for younger kids," Green-Beckham said.

"Hearing about it was tough for me to go through the first couple weeks, and the first couple months, actually," Green-Beckham said. "It's been real tough to go through the whole Leukemia process, but a whole lot has been accomplished since then."

"Things are going real well for him," Green-Beckham said. "He's playing basketball with me this year. He didn't get to play the first couple games, but he's trying to work his way back into shape so he can play in games later in the season."

"I got to meet Johnathan Gray, the No. 1 running back, and a couple other players there (in Austin)," Green-Beckham said "It was a real fun deal to meet those players, be in that facility and see what a Texas football game is really like."

"Their program is really good, and you can't look at it as, 'They lost, so I'm not going to go there,'" he said. "A lot of things can happen, and you never know, they could win a national championship next year. You can't judge a team by one game."

"It really doesn't matter if I [take the remaining official visits] or not," Green-Beckham said. "I've been to those schools before; I know what they are like. I could still take some if I really need to."

"I've been down there (Fayetteville) several times and that atmosphere is really nice," Green-Beckham said. "There are a lot of Arkansas fans in Springfield. My principal likes Arkansas, and my track coach likes Arkansas, but they don't try to sway me. They just want me to do what is best for me."

"Staying close affects [the decision] a little bit, but it's going to be whatever best works out for me. If I have to stay close to home, then I'll stay close to home. But if there is something else out there for me, I'm going to have to do what is best for the family."

"Everything is even between all those schools right now," he said. "I just have to wait to get that feel. I haven't gotten that feel yet but I know it is catching on. Whenever it does, I'll just decide."

"I've just been trying to do the right thing for the right people and make everybody proud of me," he said.

[TFloss32]

Just a reminder that Mack Brown is in Mississippi today to do in-home visits with OL Donald Hawkins and DT Brandon Moore. Here are some quotes from Hawkins' visit:

“Man, today has been great,” Hawkins said shortly after 2 p.m. “Coach Brown just left my house. My mom and him broke everything down. He broke down everything for her. He told my mom that the football family at Texas would take care of me with me being far away from home and that if there was a family emergency, the NCAA will now allow for the emergency trip to be paid for.”

“He (Coach Brown) told my mom how much they thought of me as a player and the expectations they had for me as a player, and in the classroom,” he said. “My mom was happy with everything she was told.”

"It was good that Coach Brown came to meet my mom,” he said. “My decision is final. Other schools still try to call, but I keep telling them I’m going to Texas.”

“Right now, I think I have to do a few things to get ready to report. Some paperwork and stuff like that. January 15 is when I report. Man, it’s all just a blessing,” he said with excitement.

“Dorial (Green-Beckham) and I spent a lot of time together on our visit to Texas,” he said. “He’s a real good dude and a great prospect. I could tell he really liked Texas, but I told him to enjoy the process and make the best decision for him. The last day of our visit, he told me he really liked Texas. I could see him coming to Texas, but he needs to make the decision that is best for him.”

[TFloss32]

Some quick recruiting info per Hook 'Em 24/7...

**Mack Brown was scheduled to be at Denton Ryan HS this week and do an in-home visit with LB Alex De La Torre, but that visit has been pushed back to January. The staff most likely wants to attack De La Torre and DE Mario Edwards at, or around, the same time so they've decided to save both visits until closer to National Signing Day.

**Speaking of Edwards, Florida State is expected to be back in Denton this week for an in-home visit and the official visit to OU this weekend is still up in the air.

**Darrell Wyatt will be making another trip to Springfield, MO to do another in-home with WR Dorial Green-Beckham once he returns from NYC. Wyatt was also there last week. His visit to OU this weekend is also uncertain and he's yet to schedule anything for Arkansas (although January 20th is likely). Some think this recruitment is down to Arkie and UT.

[TFloss32]

Big news out of College Station. Defensive coordinator Tim DeRuyter is expected to take the Fresno State job. There are rumors that Kevin Sumlin doesn't plan to retain any of Sherman's staff, so this isn't surprising.

http://redzonefrenzy.com/sources-fresno-state-likely-to-name-tim-deruyter-head-coach/

[billfromlaketravis]

Big news out of College Station. Defensive coordinator Tim DeRuyter is expected to take the Fresno State job. There are rumors that Kevin Sumlin doesn't plan to retain any of Sherman's staff, so this isn't surprising.

http://redzonefrenzy.com/sources-fresno-state-likely-to-name-tim-deruyter-head-coach/


Good bye Terrell Williams, the Aggies' best recruiter. Next headline Javonte Magee to Baylor.

[TheMex]

You can add TE Trey Graham to the attrition list.

[TFloss32]

DE Denico Autry has committed to Mississippi State:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Denico-Autry-120542

[TFloss32]

Per Hook 'Em 24/7, the UT coaches will do an in-home visit with WR Thomas Johnson tomorrow evening. Not sure what staff members it will at this time but my guess is Darrell Wyatt and Bruce Chambers.

[TFloss32]

Duane Akina has applied for the head coaching vacancy at Hawaii. Being a native of Honolulu, this is apparently his dream job. There are a lot of names in the hat currently (one of which is Norm Chow) so it's nothing take seriously right now. I've seen some talk that Hawaii may want someone with head coaching experience and preferably an offensive mind. That would obviously rule Akina out but he does have the Hawaii connection going for him.

[shyne]

Duane Akina has applied for the head coaching vacancy at Hawaii. Being a native of Honolulu, this is apparently his dream job. There are a lot of names in the hat currently (one of which is Norm Chow) so it's nothing take seriously right now. I've seen some talk that Hawaii may want someone with head coaching experience and preferably an offensive mind. That would obviously rule Akina out but he does have the Hawaii connection going for him.

That aint good

[billfromlaketravis]

That aint good


Meh. How do we know that Coach Akina hasn't applied for that job multiple times in the past? He most likely has. He's always wanted to be a head coach and he is from Hawaii. He's applied for that job before.

Applying and interviewing are two different things. I wouldn't worry, at least at this point.

[TFloss32]

Some recruiting notes on DGB and Edwards. Make sure to read the comments section on OU if you have time:

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/13/five-star-tidbits-on-edwards-and-dgb/

[DMX7]

Now that Darius White is gone, the DGB saga could get a little extra interesting

[benefactor]

Duane Akina has applied for the head coaching vacancy at Hawaii. Being a native of Honolulu, this is apparently his dream job. There are a lot of names in the hat currently (one of which is Norm Chow) so it's nothing take seriously right now. I've seen some talk that Hawaii may want someone with head coaching experience and preferably an offensive mind. That would obviously rule Akina out but he does have the Hawaii connection going for him.
Pretty hard to see them taking Akina over Chow tbh.

[billfromlaketravis]

DLT, the man behind the man? Sounds like DLT has very quietly been one the primary defensive recruiters in the 2012 class. From HornsNation:


With so many recruits (and fellow Texas commitments) in Austin on official visits, this past weekend served as the perfect opportunity for De La Torre to continue his duties as one of Texas’ biggest advocates to Mario Edwards, the nation’s top prospect and a Florida State commit, who was also visiting.

Being high school teammates, none of the visiting prospects knew Edwards as well as De La Torre, and he thought Texas made a great impression.

“I think it was an eye-opener for Mario because he’s only been to one game and has only been to the field house and the stadium,” De La Torre said. “Just getting him around the other guys, we fit in well. The other guys got close with him. I am pretty sure he enjoyed the visit. It was definitely a change for him. He is pretty excited about it.”

De La Torre (6-1, 220) understood the importance of getting Edwards on campus given the appeal that Texas, and its facilities, might have on a recruit. The rest of the Longhorns commitments let it be known that they’d be thrilled to have him on board the nation’s top rated class, as it currently sits according to ESPNU.

“When we were talking to him and trying to pitch our recruitment as players, it is a lot bigger deal with a top-rated guy like him,” De La Torre said. “He can be a game-changer so we pitched our whole defense and that we were the top class right now. We just want to let him know that he can come and be welcomed. It is his decision.”

Aside from pitching Texas to Edwards, De La Torre also went down to relax and finalize his plans to enroll early.

“Just being around the coaches and the new commits and the current commits, and not focusing on football but the aspect of life was great,” De La Torre said. “We got to know each other a lot better and that was the highlight of the whole trip. It was an amazing trip.”

The Longhorns picked up commitments from Adrian Colbert (Mineral Wells, Texas/Mineral Wells) and Kevin Vaccaro (Brownwood, Texas/Brownwood) over the weekend, and commitments from Kendall Sanders (Athens, Texas/Athens) and Marcus Johnson (League City, Texas/Clear Springs) recently as well. De La Torre said they fit in without any problem.

“We came in as strangers and left as best friends,” De La Torre said. “They are really awesome guys. I have been talking with Adrian for quite a while. But it was my first time meeting the other guys. So it was good just to hang out and rag on each other a bit.”

[TFloss32]

Auburn offensive coordinator, Gus Malzahn, is taking a paycut by accepting the Arkansas State job. Remember he was offered $3 million per year to coach Vanderbilt last season and turned it down. I don't know if y'all have seen the video interview of his wife (it's been taken off of YouTube) but she made some interesting comments about the Auburn program and appears to be a nut. I don't think it's a coincidence that his job offers have dried up since that video went viral.

http://mobile.al.com/advbirm/pm_31141/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=B7iVBVAP

[TFloss32]

DLT, the man behind the man? Sounds like DLT has very quietly been one the primary defensive recruiters in the 2012 class.

I've seen comments here and there that De La Torre is secretly one of the best recruiters in the class. Glad he's there to encourage Edwards. I know a couple of the other commitments feel good about UT's chances as well.

[TFloss32]

Lots of crazy rumors surrounding the OU program right now. Two of the more detailed posts I've seen and the second bit is supposedly from a current player's father. The last is a tweet from a former OU player who transferred this past spring. We'll see if anything comes of it.

"Major problems in Norman, first off nothing more on Brandon Williams but Carey believes it's just a matter of time before he transfers. James Haynes, Josh Aladenoya have left the team and rumor is also Max Stevenson as well. Some believe that Landry Jones is turning pro and Drew Allen is cleaning out his locker. There has been some rift between some players and position coaches. Also some animosity between Willie Martinez and Bob Stoops. Leadership is a very big problem at OU right now. Travis Lewis hasn't spoken to the media since after the K St game and has also thrown teammates under the bus. And finally Mike Stoops was in Norman today but his chances look slim with Arkansas St leaning towards Malzahn, and Murdock doesn't think any staff changes are coming unless Venables lands a HC job, No local media was allowed at the team banquet."

"Folks, you may not like some of the things you are about to hear but they have to be said. I have a son leaving this program and have many mixed emotions. It has been a tough road and there have been mistakes on both sides of the equation. I will say that from my experience on the inside of the program that there are serious problems in this program. Please don’t attack me as an OU hater because I have a great respect for this program. The (morale) that I have witnessed is one of the lowest that I have seen in a program. This program is seeing an exodus because the people in charge of this program have forgotten that they have to be able to inspire those around them. The truly great coaches and programs have this ability and it pays great dividends. Yes, the players have a responsibility, but it still requires inspiration. As far as my son goes, I had never seen him have any problems until he arived at OU. It is a tough amd new environment but something went really wrong and unfortunately we may never know what it was. For those that will disagree, the proof will be in the pudding. It always plays out in the end. We wish you the best of luck and hopefully this program can return to the program that we thought it was. P.S. Some of your coaches are not who you think they are."

"Looks to me that venables is on the chopping block. a poster at sooner fans says he’s getting word that venables is going to be turned in to the admin for abuse charges of some sort. said to be mangino/leach type issues."

@Dare2Live_4 Marcus Trice
With the **** I've been hearing. I'm Blessed and Thankful God told me to leave OU when he did. Doesn't surprise me though. All about the $

[billfromlaketravis]

Lots of crazy rumors surrounding the OU program right now. Two of the more detailed posts I've seen and the second bit is supposedly from a current player's father. The last is a tweet from a former OU player who transferred this past spring. We'll see if anything comes of it.

"Major problems in Norman, first off nothing more on Brandon Williams but Carey believes it's just a matter of time before he transfers. James Haynes, Josh Aladenoya have left the team and rumor is also Max Stevenson as well. Some believe that Landry Jones is turning pro and Drew Allen is cleaning out his locker. There has been some rift between some players and position coaches. Also some animosity between Willie Martinez and Bob Stoops. Leadership is a very big problem at OU right now. Travis Lewis hasn't spoken to the media since after the K St game and has also thrown teammates under the bus. And finally Mike Stoops was in Norman today but his chances look slim with Arkansas St leaning towards Malzahn, and Murdock doesn't think any staff changes are coming unless Venables lands a HC job, No local media was allowed at the team banquet."

"Folks, you may not like some of the things you are about to hear but they have to be said. I have a son leaving this program and have many mixed emotions. It has been a tough road and there have been mistakes on both sides of the equation. I will say that from my experience on the inside of the program that there are serious problems in this program. Please don’t attack me as an OU hater because I have a great respect for this program. The (morale) that I have witnessed is one of the lowest that I have seen in a program. This program is seeing an exodus because the people in charge of this program have forgotten that they have to be able to inspire those around them. The truly great coaches and programs have this ability and it pays great dividends. Yes, the players have a responsibility, but it still requires inspiration. As far as my son goes, I had never seen him have any problems until he arived at OU. It is a tough amd new environment but something went really wrong and unfortunately we may never know what it was. For those that will disagree, the proof will be in the pudding. It always plays out in the end. We wish you the best of luck and hopefully this program can return to the program that we thought it was. P.S. Some of your coaches are not who you think they are."

"Looks to me that venables is on the chopping block. a poster at sooner fans says he’s getting word that venables is going to be turned in to the admin for abuse charges of some sort. said to be mangino/leach type issues."

@Dare2Live_4 Marcus Trice
With the **** I've been hearing. I'm Blessed and Thankful God told me to leave OU when he did. Doesn't surprise me though. All about the $


You have to wonder how much stock DGB and Mario put into rumors like that. I know the parents talk. There is one player on OU's roster from Denton Ryan, junior fullback Joel Ossom. Something tells me Mario Sr. knows some OU players' parents given the proximity and through his connections from being a high school football coach.

OU has 3 players on their roster from Missouri. I haven't the slightest idea if they know Coach Beckham. Regardless, it's a good time for serious dissension rumors in the OU program.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

I really feel like Texas is in the driver's seat to land both DGB and Super Mario and become arguably one of the best classes ever. Yeah i know that im a Texas fan and im supposed to be optimistic about this dream situation, but this dream is looking more real everyday.

With the rumored turmoil in oklahoma (which i believe is our strongest competition) seemingly about to explode unto the public makes for perfect timing. With DGB and Mario's father's both being coaches, they know the importance of a unified team with good relationships between players and coaching staffs. They also know how a bad accordance effects the success of a team. The cancer of that turmoil can be very disruptive and long lived. Texas at the moment seems to have the complete opposite situation going on, a young talented group, with a strong class coming in and family chemistry among players and coaches.

With DLT helping to recruit Mario, Mario saying that he wanted to be closer to home and start his own legacy, and the comradery that he and the commits shared is enough reason for me to be pretty excited. Texas also has the #1 recruiting class as well and i dont want to leave out how appealing that may be to Mario and DGB to come in and help solidify the class and possibly be the best recruited class ever.

I really wish DGB could have been in Austin for the banquet weekend but at least he wont be at oklahoma this weekend either. I think one of our advantages with DGB is the relationships between his father and the coaches, and our sincere family environment. I also think proximity is in our favor. Yeah Missouri and Arkansas are closer but as a conference Texas provides the best chance for the family to catch home and away games. All of Texas' conference away games will be much closer than the SEC away games for Arkansas and Missouri. The family always talks about proximity, well if u include that variable then the proximity value evens out if not completely falls in our favor.

[ThePop]

Both Chet Moss and DLT have been important in their classes, but neither will likely see the field.

Also, according to Rivals, Andrus Peat's top 4 is now Nebraska, Stanford, FSU, and USC. Might as well commit to Nebraska already, we know he's not going anywhere else.

[TFloss32]

Good bye Terrell Williams, the Aggies' best recruiter. Next headline Javonte Magee to Baylor.

Just read that A&M is keeping Williams. Not sure who else they retain.

[TFloss32]

I really feel like Texas is in the driver's seat to land both DGB and Super Mario...

There's definitely some great vibes right now. Luckily UT possesses some of the best recruiting closers in the country (notably Brown). He'll save his in-home visits with those two for the perfect time. It sucks that National Signing Day is still about six weeks away.

[modtxspur]

Just read a tweet that Demarco Cobbs tried to fight Darius White this weekend for negative recruiting. Any truth to this. I think it was recruitocosm.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Just read a tweet that Demarco Cobbs tried to fight Darius White this weekend for negative recruiting. Any truth to this. I think it was recruitocosm.

Heres the small article written about the negative recruiting from Darius. :nope

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/14/quick-note-on-darius-whites-exit/

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Another new interview with Adrian Colbert after his commitment.

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/14/choice-quotes-from-commit-24-adrian-colbert/

[the chronic]

Considering how much I love Agholor and have been deeply upset we haven't gotten him back on campus yet, I was not happy to see this update...

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/ncfrecruiting/on-the-trail/post?id=3111&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fblo g%2fncfrecruiting%2fon-the-trail%2fpost%3fid%3d3111


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Agholor will visit Oklahoma this weekend http://a.espncdn.com/i/in.gif

December, 14, 2011 Dec 14, 5:15PM ET

ESPNU 150 athlete Nelson Agholor (http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/116761/nelson-agholor) (Tampa, Fla./Berkeley Prep) confirmed on his Twitter account that he will visit Oklahoma this weekend.

The 6-foot-1, 190-pound senior took official visits to Florida last weekend and Notre Dame in October.

[the chronic]

I believe it was already stated DGB and Edwards may not make it. I certainly hope that is the case.

OU football: Sooners have big recruiting weekend scheduled

http://newsok.com/ou-football-sooners-have-big-recruiting-weekend-scheduled/article/3632047

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Excerpts from the article --


Four of the top 12 players in the Rivals 250 — three uncommitted and one committed elsewhere (for now) — are expected to be in Norman for the weekend.

Seven commitments are also scheduled to be in town, as are several other key recruits.

“I can't remember anybody bringing in that number of top guys on one weekend,” local Rivals.com recruiting editor Josh McCuistion said. "Texas or Alabama, neither of them have brought in four five-star guys this entire year, much less on a weekend. If nothing else, with all the transfer rumors swirling, it might be a bit of good news for OU.”

The top players who are expected to visit this weekend include wide receiver Dorial Green-Beckham of Springfield (Mo.) Hillcrest, defensive end Mario Edwards Jr. (http://newsok.com/keysearch/?er=1&CANONICAL=Mario+Edwards&CATEGORY=PERSON) of Denton (Texas) Ryan, wide receiver Stefon Diggs (http://newsok.com/keysearch/?er=1&CANONICAL=Stefon+Diggs&CATEGORY=PERSON) of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Olney, Md., and wide receiver Nelson Agholor (http://newsok.com/keysearch/?er=1&CANONICAL=Nelson+Agholor&CATEGORY=PERSON) of Berkely Prep in Tampa, Fla.

Edwards is committed to Florida State but has been exploring his options since October.

McCuistion said he didn't expect any of those players, though, to make quick decisions following their weekend visits.

Edwards, in particular, has a January visit to Florida State scheduled.

“There's always rumors about Dorial but for him to come down, get swept up in things and commit doesn't sit with what they've done so far. If he does come, it won't be with his father and I can't imagine him making any decision until he gets a chance to talk through it with him.” Green-Beckham, the top player on the Rivals list, is strongly considering Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas.

[the chronic]

Some chat comments from Hornsnation: http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/41661

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Todd (Austin, TX)
Any info on DGB and his interest still in texas i know orangebloods.com said that mack was doing a in home visit with dorial last wednesday

Carter Strickland (3:07PM)
DGB is probably going to go somewhere closer to home. Texas has signed four wide receivers in anticipation that they will not get DGB. But they will make room for him if he has interest. One positive is that DGB has not had an official to OU and that was one of his top schools. Whether he takes one or not is still a question.

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JC (Houston, TX)
Two parter...What are the chances Mario Edwards after enjoying his trip to Austin actually commits to the horns? Also, with the horns at 25 commits how many commits can the horns finish with?

Carter Strickland (3:09 PM)
I think any time you get a recruit to put your helmet on and pose for a photo, that is a good thing. Texas is going to have room for 28-29 guys in this class. They are targeting four top guys right now and could add all four of they wanted to. Whether they get them is another matter altogether.

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Jim (TX)
any update on armstead

Carter Strickland (3:15PM)
Don't think this is going to happen for Texas. There is always a chance but he is not a guy Texas is counting on right now.

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Tom (Texas)
what are Texas' chances with Williams, Peat, DGB, Armstead, Collins, and Agholor?

Carter Strickland (3:28PM)
Well they have chances with all of them with Edwards being the top one. I think he had a good official and it will come down to UT or OU. Right now UT may have the slight edge but he still has an official set up for OU. The other three I would say are possible but not very likely.

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Sam (Austin)
What is the likelihood that Brewer redshirts this year?

Carter Stricklands (3:29PM)
I don't think it will happen unless Case has an incredible bowl game and then an outstanding spring. Brewer is being sold on the fact that he can come in right away and play. Maybe not full time but at least have a chance to play.

[TheMex]

TE Blaine Irby just said in a press conference that he will NOT be coming back next year. He is a senior this year but many thought that he would come back because he would most likely be granted a medical red shirt. Well, he just announced that he will not be coming back.

Couple quotes:
"I've got to be smart about it. I want to be healthy for a long time."
"It's in my best interest."

[TFloss32]

In addition to Irby leaving, DE Dravannti Johnson has also opted to not return to UT. He just graduated and said he'd like to use his last year of eligibility at a school that can provide more playing time. I assume he'll go to a 1AA school like Sam Houston State or Lamar. That's the sixth guy this week that will not return for 2012 and more are likely to come. What did we say a while back? Between 10 and 15?

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

New Practice Report:

http://barkingcarnival.fantake.com/2011/12/15/practice-report-from-the-asset-kool-aid-edition/

[TFloss32]

Class 5A all-state team:

http://www.statesman.com/news/texas/texas-apse-class-5a-all-state-football-team-2033817.html

[TFloss32]

Update on the JUCO guys...both OL Donald Hawkins and DT Brandon Moore will be signing their Letters of Intent on December 21st and they plan to be in Austin by January 14th.

[billfromlaketravis]

I'm going to be in the minority here, but I like that Jeremy Hills is coming back for his 5th year. Somebody has to take the garage time carries, and Hills could be the guy. I am personally proud of how Jeremy has carried himself as a upperclassman. I wish him the best of luck in his final year. He has played his best when given opportunities.

[billfromlaketravis]

Update on the JUCO guys...both OL Donald Hawkins and DT Brandon Moore will be signing their Letters of Intent on December 21st and they plan to be in Austin by January 14th.


Huge. Both should be starters next season.

[TFloss32]

Add #7 and #8 to the attrition list...FB Jamison Berryhill and OL Mark Buchanan have decided not to return for their last year of eligibility.

[billfromlaketravis]

Add #7 and #8 to the attrition list...FB Jamison Berryhill and OL Mark Buchanan have decided not to return for their last year of eligibility.


I wanted to see Berryhill come back. Good lead blocker, and tough as bag of nails.

[ThePop]

Akina is interviewing.

[billfromlaketravis]

Akina is interviewing.


Over 30 guys have applied for the Hawaii job. Some of the names appear to be stiff competition, including guys with head coaching experience, NFL experience and much more experience as coordinators. Mack didn't specify if Akina had interviewed in person yet.

Just a gut feeling, but I think Akina will stay at Texas.

[BU Spur]

What's up with the rumors surrounding Thomas Johnson?

[scottspurs]

What's up with the rumors surrounding Thomas Johnson?

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/14/on-the-thomas-johnson-rumors/

Just rumors. Some say he his solid. Some say he is looking around. Happens every year. When they are from Texas they usually stay committed. It's the OOS prospects like Westerman last year that you have to worry about. Most were saying Cedric Reed was looking around last year and he was going to de-commit but he never did.

[billfromlaketravis]

Floss, others what's your take on the TE position at Texas? Howard, Irby and Graham are gone next year. Texas is interested in 2012 Mesquite Horn TE Vincent Hobbs and could bring him in for an official visit in January.

Roll with me here, I'm thinking out loud. I'm OK with Hobbs, but I'd prefer Texas wait until next year before making some decisions at TE. I'm beginning to agree with others that Derrick Griffin might be too wiry to be a TE. He's a take regardless.

RSJ could play a number of positions, namely TE or DE. Again, he's a take regardless of position.

You're left with 2013 Red Oak TE Jeremiah Gaines and PCA TE / DE Christian Morgan. I think Morgan could be huge in Harsin' offense. He has the size to be an elite blocker at the position, and cause match up problems in the passing game. If Texas takes Morgan, and I hope they do, I could see him doing a lot of the dirty work in the offense. See the excellent LonghornScott pieces on the importance of a blocking TE in the Harsin system.

Gaines is said to have near elite hands. That would work at Texas, especially given our history. In my opinion, it might be Hobbs or Gaines as the the take at H Back. I say take the better receiver of the two, and it'll work itself out.

I can't see Texas taking Hobbs this year and taking Gaines, Morgan and RSJ next year. With the addition of McFarland, I think the the current TE group on the roster should be able to give Texas enough next year.

The 2013 class should be fascinating to watch, especially the top targets' position projections. Raulerson, A'Shawn Robinson, Darius James and RSJ could all be better on defense.

[TFloss32]

Updated visit list for this week:

Monday, 12/12
OL Camrhon Hughes = Brown, Diaz, Searels
ATH Orlando Thomas = Brown, Diaz, Searels

Tuesday, 12/13
OL Donald Hawkins = Brown
DT Brandon Moore = Brown

Wednesday, 12/14
WR Thomas Johnson = Chambers, Wyatt
LB Peter Jinkens = Chambers, Wyatt

Thursday, 12/15
QB Jalen Overstreet = Harsin
WR Dorial Green-Beckham = Wyatt
WR Marcus Johnson = Applewhite
OL Kennedy Estelle = Searels
DE Mario Edwards = Giles
LB Alex De La Torre = Giles
DB Adrian Colbert = Akina

Friday, 12/16
TE Vincent Hobbs = Chambers, Harsin

[TFloss32]

Searels was in DeSoto this week to see OL Curtis Riser but I'm not positive which day it was.

[TFloss32]

2013 QB Tyrone Swoopes was spotted at Cowboys Stadium this evening watching some of the state championship games:

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/327161.jpg

[scottspurs]

2013 QB Tyrone Swoopes was spotted at Cowboys Stadium this evening watching some of the state championship games:

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Boards/686/686/327161.jpg

I like J.T. Barrett better, but both are great players.

Texas has a difficult decision to make. Would be great if they could get both to commit, but I doubt it.

[billfromlaketravis]

Searels was in DeSoto this week to see OL Curtis Riser but I'm not positive which day it was.


Searels is like Slash.

[scottspurs]

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/15/more-on-thomas-johnson-from-the-man-himself/

Thomas Johnson says he is "solid." People need to stop worrying.

[ThePop]

I trust Harsin in choosing the right QB, though both would be nice.

[TFloss32]

Some notes from OrangeBloods...

**Things might be heating up with ATH Corey Coleman again. Wyatt called him earlier this week to catch up and talk about a potential offer:

"He said he's going to offer me and everything is going to happen really soon," Coleman said. As for what changed ... "He said a spot might be opening up."

"I don't really know. I still like Baylor a lot. I'm very loyal to them," Coleman said. "They (Texas) haven't offered yet so I'm not sure what that would do."

Now, we saw almost this exact same quote from Coleman a while back and nothing ever came about. It's unclear whether the staff is going to offer him no matter what or if he's a "Plan B" for someone that might be leaving the program. It's just another wait-and-see situation. I do think UT can flip him when/if they offer.

**A source that spoke directly with DE Mario Edwards over banquet weekend revealed that Edwards told him flat-out he was "pretty sure" he was coming to Texas. A second source was more confident and ended up saying "we'll get him." An official visit to OU is still scheduled for this weekend but there's remains talk that he may not end up going. FSU is expected to get the last official visit of Edwards' recruitment.

**RB Traylon Shead has decided that his next school will be Navarro JC after lots of speculation that he would be attending Colorado. He mentioned that transferring to another Division I school would cause him to sit out a year and he's more interested in immediate playing time.

[stretch]

**A source that spoke directly with DE Mario Edwards over banquet weekend revealed that Edwards told him flat-out he was "pretty sure" he was coming to Texas. A second source was more confident and ended up saying "we'll get him." An official visit to OU is still scheduled for this weekend but there's remains talk that he may not end up going. FSU is expected to get the last official visit of Edwards' recruitment.

Great to hear. Hopefully this comes true.

Hopefully they can also make magic happen with DGB... :toast

[TFloss32]

I keep forgetting to mention this, but RB Brandon Williams of OU has decided to transfer closer to home and it sounds like Texas A&M will land him. He'll have to sit out a year but him and RB Trey Williams will be a nice duo to have.

[TFloss32]

Great to hear. Hopefully this comes true.

Hopefully they can also make magic happen with DGB... :toast

Having him and DGB avoid OU this weekend would be a big step.

[the chronic]

Having him and DGB avoid OU this weekend would be a big step.

are they both not making it, or still undecided? i know both were on the fence and i believe DGB had another commitment (i believe basketball). would be nice if neither made it.

and nice update on Edwards floss, that is exciting to hear the optimism. i'm trying to take with grain of salt in that guys get excited on their visits, but nonetheless huge news.

[scottspurs]

I keep forgetting to mention this, but RB Brandon Williams of OU has decided to transfer closer to home and it sounds like Texas A&M will land him. He'll have to sit out a year but him and RB Trey Williams will be a nice duo to have.

He would have to sit out two years if the transfers to A&M because they are still in the Big 12. Same goes for Darius White. Mack Brown even said so during his press conference.

[TFloss32]

are they both not making it, or still undecided? i know both were on the fence and i believe DGB had another commitment (i believe basketball). would be nice if neither made it.

and nice update on Edwards floss, that is exciting to hear the optimism. i'm trying to take with grain of salt in that guys get excited on their visits, but nonetheless huge news.

I'm not positive, chronic. I just know that DGB has a big basketball game tonight and there's just been some rumors that Edwards might not go. We should know by tomorrow if they make it or not. Yes, take the Edwards news with a big grain of salt as he's been said to be an impressionable guy who has glowing reports after visits. He did genuinely enjoy his time with the 2012 crew, though.

[the chronic]

I'm not positive, chronic. I just know that DGB has a big basketball game tonight and there's just been some rumors that Edwards might not go. We should know by tomorrow if they make it or not. Yes, take the Edwards news with a big grain of salt as he's been said to be an impressionable guy who has glowing reports after visits. He did genuinely enjoy his time with the 2012 crew, though.

out of four 5* players scheduled for OU trip, sounds like DGB and Diggs will not make it at this point. No clarity on Edwards yet though, although reports are he may cancel as well. Even if Edwards does make it, it is a major plus not having some of the other 5* players there (not to mention negative rumblings coming out of norman).

[TFloss32]

out of four 5* players scheduled for OU trip, sounds like DGB and Diggs will not make it at this point. No clarity on Edwards yet though, although reports are he may cancel as well. Even if Edwards does make it, it is a major plus not having some of the other 5* players there (not to mention negative rumblings coming out of norman).

I saw where Diggs cancelled. He and DGB were hanging out in NYC this week so maybe that's an indication he's aware that DGB cancelled as well. Just so everyone knows, if he doesn't go to Norman this weekend, that's the second time he's had to skip an official to OU. His first one was supposed to be the weekend after he came to Austin for K-State. I looked up his basketball schedule online and the only free weekend he has until National Signing Day is January 13th-15th as he's already scheduled to be in Arkansas on January 21st. He might not make it back to Norman at all before it's time to make a decision.

[the chronic]

reports from OU rivals site that Edwards Sr confirmed they will be in Norman this weekend.

[the chronic]

10:30pm - by Andrew Gilman - Fatigue derails recruit Green-Beckham's visit (http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/rapid-reports/post/16485854)

WR Dorial Green-Beckham, the top recruit in the nation according to Rivals.com, has canceled his visit to OU this weekend, says the Springfield (Mo.) News-Leader. Green-Beckham said fatigue was the reason he was not going to make it to Norman. He's listed OU, Alabama, Arkansas, Missouri and Texas as his top choices.

[TFloss32]

Per Hook 'Em 24/7, 2013 OL/DL Jake Raulerson of Celina will be visiting Austin soon and he'll stop by campus to watch a bowl practice. Good to have him around the team because he'll be officially offered by the staff in a few weeks. His latest offer came from the new Ohio State coaches.

[the chronic]

From Gerry regarding DGB (247):

"We have previously reported that Texas' visit was a grand slam. Well, it was a Cecil Fielder like grand slam out of Tiger Stadium in the 1990's. Both visits have stayed very strong in the mind of DGB."

"More and more chatter has Texas and Arkansas as the top two in the race for the special wide receiver with Oklahoma, Alabama and Missouri rounding out the five."

[scottspurs]

http://recruitocosm.fantake.com/2011/12/17/quick-cigarplayer-updates-on-edwards-and-dgb/#more-6896

[TheMex]

So did anything big happen from OUs banquet?!?! Did ME Jr make it?? I hear that an OU site reported that DGB is down to Texas and Arkansas??

[ThePop]

As far as commitments go, they got some 3 star DB from Oklahoma. DGB didn't make it, Edwards did I believe.

[DesignatedT]

OU RB Brandon Williams has transferred to A&M.
http://rivals.yahoo.com/USC/football/recruiting/player-Brandon-Williams-105895

He will more than likely have to sit out a year.

[ThePop]

OU RB Brandon Williams has transferred to A&M.
http://rivals.yahoo.com/USC/football/recruiting/player-Brandon-Williams-105895

He will more than likely have to sit out a year.

Big pick up. I'm glad he'll be at A&M and not OU.

[DesignatedT]

Big pick up. I'm glad he'll be at A&M and not OU.

For sure. With him, Michael and Williams we will have three 5 star RBs on the roster, and one 4 star with Malena.

Now only if we could get help on the D-Line. Can't seem to grab anyone for that very important unit.

[DMX7]

What was his deal? How come he didn't make it at OU? I know he got crushed in the Texas game, but I didn't see much more of him all season.

[TheMex]

Something interesting I read regarding Texas scholarships:

" In the previous three classes, the Longhorns have taken 20, 24 and 22 (counting Tevin Jackson) enrollees, and with the rob Peter to pay Paul math that is in play, the Longhorns could shift numbers around with the arrival of early enrollers (who can be counted forward or backwards). With three enrollees in the Class of 2010, four more in 2011 and another seven in 2012 (including the two JUCOs), the Longhorns could conceivably approach 28-30 scholarships in this class if they want, as long as they don’t go above 85 in August. The current team scholarship number (minus the graduating seniors of 2011) currently sits at 57 and dropping, so the 85-man number isn’t going to be an issue. "

[the chronic]

So did anything big happen from OUs banquet?!?! Did ME Jr make it??

yep, he made it

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/colleges/oklahoma/post?id=2900&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fblo g%2fcolleges%2foklahoma%2fpost%3fid%3d2900

[TFloss32]

Something interesting I read regarding Texas scholarships:

" In the previous three classes, the Longhorns have taken 20, 24 and 22 (counting Tevin Jackson) enrollees, and with the rob Peter to pay Paul math that is in play, the Longhorns could shift numbers around with the arrival of early enrollers (who can be counted forward or backwards). With three enrollees in the Class of 2010, four more in 2011 and another seven in 2012 (including the two JUCOs), the Longhorns could conceivably approach 28-30 scholarships in this class if they want, as long as they don’t go above 85 in August. The current team scholarship number (minus the graduating seniors of 2011) currently sits at 57 and dropping, so the 85-man number isn’t going to be an issue. "

That's really good info right there. Texas is still under 85 even if you add the 2012 guys.

[TFloss32]

Five-star DE Noah Spence has committed to Ohio State.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Noah-Spence-93798

[TFloss32]

yep, he made it

http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/colleges/oklahoma/post?id=2900&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fblo g%2fcolleges%2foklahoma%2fpost%3fid%3d2900

Gut feel this one is heading for an FSU/UT battle. The 2012 commitments are reallly working on both him and DGB right now.

[The Reckoning]

is 250k views alot?

[The Reckoning]

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yeah, its alot.

keep up the good work guys.

[TFloss32]

Not much going on right now because recruiting is entering a "dead period" that prohibits contact between coaches and prospects. I've linked a recruiting calendar so everyone can see what I'm talking about. Red = bad for recruiting junkies. The good news is Texas has done a great job with guys like DGB and Edwards up until this point and they'll attempt seal the deal in January when contact is allowed again. January 20th to the 22nd will be the official visit weekend for the commitments who missed the team banquet because of playoffs.

http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/d04386004819fd4bacb7ee071e1ceb2b/Football+Color.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CACHEID=d04386004819fd4bacb7ee071e1ceb2b

[TFloss32]

Per Hook 'Em 24/7, Stacy Searels did go by Dallas Bishop Dunne last week to see 2013 OL Ishmael Wilson. Despite being a Louisiana native and a HUGE LSU fan, it's looking like the Longhorns will invite him to a Junior Day and offer in February. He's a longshot when/if LSU offers but the staff likes him quite a bit and will give it their best shot.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Ishmael-Wilson-120555

[DMX7]

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yeah, its alot.

keep up the good work guys.

"It's a lot."

[the chronic]

Not that anybody was holding out hope, but I think we can scratch Toshiro Davis off the list. His review of Austin trip an 8 out of 10 does not quite as powerful as his words on NU - which seem out of the blue. Regardless, I'll be shocked if he doesn't end up at LSU.

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ESPNU DE loves trip to Lincoln http://a.espncdn.com/i/in.gif

December, 18, 2011 Dec 18

ESPNU 150 defensive end Toshiro Davis (http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/124217/torshiro-davis) (Shreveport, La./Woodlawn) got more than he anticipated on his official visit to see the Cornhuskers. In fact, he was blown away.

“It was way better than I expected,” Davis said. “The facilities and the coaches were the best part. The players were cool. I couldn’t believe some of the things I saw, especially their facilities. I didn’t expect the visit to be that good. It was eye-opening and gave me something to think about.”

Davis, who has been a longtime commitment to the top-ranked Tigers says he’s still committed to LSU. But he’s taking a few trips just to make sure. Last week he made an official visit to Texas.


http://insider.espn.go.com/blog/colleges/texas/post?id=776&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fblo g%2fcolleges%2ftexas%2fpost%3fid%3d776

[TFloss32]

Not that anybody was holding out hope, but I think we can scratch Toshiro Davis off the list. His review of Austin trip an 8 out of 10 does not quite as powerful as his words on NU - which seem out of the blue. Regardless, I'll be shocked if he doesn't end up at LSU.

Yep. Not looking too good here.

[TFloss32]

Here's an OU article on DE Mario Edwards' official visit to Norman this past weekend:

Standout defensive end Mario Edwards (Denton, Texas/Ryan) didn’t hint one way or the other about leaning more to Oklahoma and less to Florida State after a huge weekend visit in Norman with multiple commits and top prospects on hand.

The five-star Seminoles commit and the nation’s top-ranked player did comment on how he enjoyed being in Norman and all that it had to offer.

“It was pretty good, a nice experience,” said Edwards, who attending the Sooners' team banquet weekend festivities. “I got to really get a feel for the place. It was a pretty good environment.”

Edwards said he had a chance to spend some time with uncommitted four-star athlete Nelson Agholor (Tampa, Fla./Berkeley Prep) and three-star defensive end Kyle Kelley (Irvine, Calif./Woodbridge). Agholor is ranked No. 41 in the ESPNU 150; Kelley recorded 23 sacks during his senior season.

“They are really good players,” Edwards said. "They are nice guys to get to know.”

Edwards verbally committed to Florida State in March. For months, though, he has been open about visiting other schools in an effort to make the right decision. Edwards has had interest in Oklahoma, LSU, Texas and USC.

[TFloss32]

The following quotes are from WR Dorial Green-Beckham's father and they're in an article written by one of the national reporters at 24/7. Not only have rumors been going around that this recruitment is down to Arkansas and Texas, but there is more talk that DGB could be done with visits altogether. It's not a done deal at all, but there are some really good vibes with UT's positioning right now. With the last quote, keep in mind that he could visit Austin for a third time while in Texas for the 2012 US Army All-American Bowl:

"That's the only official visit (Texas) he's taken so far," Beckham said. "I know he had a real good time and Texas has a lot to offer. It's a big-time program and they have been recruiting Dorial as hard as any of the others. I know he met the coaches and players and he felt pretty comfortable with everyone."

"They said they really want him and they need someone to stretch the defense," he said. "I know everyone in his final five feels that way, but Texas certainly made that point come across loud and clear."

"I don't think he likes any one over the others," he said. "I know he's just looking for a place where he feels comfortable. He's also looking at the relationships between the coaches and players. They all have great football and facilities, in the end it's just a matter of where he's comfortable."

"Well, Dorial has the Army game the first weekend of January. Then there is a huge basketball tournament here locally the second weekend of January he'll be in. That only leaves two weeks for visits which he may not take. He's already seen all of the programs so it's not a huge issue. I know he will have a decision done on or before signing day."

[stretch]

Here's an OU article on DE Mario Edwards' official visit to Norman this past weekend:

Standout defensive end Mario Edwards (Denton, Texas/Ryan) didn’t hint one way or the other about leaning more to Oklahoma and less to Florida State after a huge weekend visit in Norman with multiple commits and top prospects on hand.

The five-star Seminoles commit and the nation’s top-ranked player did comment on how he enjoyed being in Norman and all that it had to offer.

“It was pretty good, a nice experience,” said Edwards, who attending the Sooners' team banquet weekend festivities. “I got to really get a feel for the place. It was a pretty good environment.”

Edwards said he had a chance to spend some time with uncommitted four-star athlete Nelson Agholor (Tampa, Fla./Berkeley Prep) and three-star defensive end Kyle Kelley (Irvine, Calif./Woodbridge). Agholor is ranked No. 41 in the ESPNU 150; Kelley recorded 23 sacks during his senior season.

“They are really good players,” Edwards said. "They are nice guys to get to know.”

Edwards verbally committed to Florida State in March. For months, though, he has been open about visiting other schools in an effort to make the right decision. Edwards has had interest in Oklahoma, LSU, Texas and USC.



:lmao Oklahoma

Sounds like he wasn't incredibly impressed by OU, just being cordial and saying the things he supposed to say.

[billfromlaketravis]

The following quotes are from WR Dorial Green-Beckham's father and they're in an article written by one of the national reporters at 24/7. Not only have rumors been going around that this recruitment is down to Arkansas and Texas, but there is more talk that DGB could be done with visits altogether. It's not a done deal at all, but there are some really good vibes with UT's positioning right now. With the last quote, keep in mind that he could visit Austin for a third time while in Texas for the 2012 US Army All-American Bowl:

"That's the only official visit (Texas) he's taken so far," Beckham said. "I know he had a real good time and Texas has a lot to offer. It's a big-time program and they have been recruiting Dorial as hard as any of the others. I know he met the coaches and players and he felt pretty comfortable with everyone."

"They said they really want him and they need someone to stretch the defense," he said. "I know everyone in his final five feels that way, but Texas certainly made that point come across loud and clear."

"I don't think he likes any one over the others," he said. "I know he's just looking for a place where he feels comfortable. He's also looking at the relationships between the coaches and players. They all have great football and facilities, in the end it's just a matter of where he's comfortable."

"Well, Dorial has the Army game the first weekend of January. Then there is a huge basketball tournament here locally the second weekend of January he'll be in. That only leaves two weeks for visits which he may not take. He's already seen all of the programs so it's not a huge issue. I know he will have a decision done on or before signing day."


This article was written by Justin Hopkins, a national / West Coast reporter for 247 Sports. Not a UT homer, not employed by Hook Em 247. Outstanding news. Coach Beckham's quotes are extremely encouraging.

I have to say it, it feels like Texas is in the driver's seat here. This is first time I've seen a quote directly from the Beckhams indicating they might not any further official visits.

[billfromlaketravis]

:lmao Oklahoma

Sounds like he wasn't incredibly impressed by OU, just being cordial and saying the things he supposed to say.

I agree with Stretch. Edwards' remarks shouldn't inspire confidence from OU fans. If Texas is in fact the regional favorite, it's down to the Horns and FSU.

[DMX7]

Right now, I have a pretty good feeling about DGB coming to Texas, but Mario could end up anywhere. He's got 5 (probably really only 4) schools on his list, and I would give Texas a 25% chance of landing him.

[TFloss32]

I agree with Stretch. Edwards' remarks should inspire confidence from OU fans. If Texas is in fact the regional favorite, it's down to the Horns and FSU.

It's difficult not to read too much into a recruit's quotes sometimes, but I likened Edwards' statement to telling an ugly girl she has a nice personality. OU may not be completely out of it but he wasn't convincing with those comments.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from LB Tim Cole after his official visit to UT:

"Now, my commitment is more solid than ever. Any coach talking to me, now I'm telling them I'm committed to Texas and that's where I want to go," Cole said.

"What stood out for me just how welcoming the players and recruits and coaches were. The whole weekend was great. It made me want to be at Texas even sooner," Cole said. "The whole banquet, the team getting their awards, developing friendships for when I get to college … it was all great. I got to see the campus, talk to Benny Wylie about what he expects when we get there. Everything about it was just great."

"When coach Wylie was talking to everyone, he was telling us that the tempo is faster than in high school," Cole said. "You just have to be prepared for it. But I like that. I like being pushed to my limits."

"I'm trying to stay in shape (for the Army Bowl). I just want to be the same player I've always been. I want to be the best I can be, compete with best of best, show that I'm one of the top players in the nation and prove myself," Cole said.

"Texas just has an impact that most colleges don't have. You get a genuine feel when you go to a place. It's kind of like when you buy a new pair of shoes, you can't wait to put them on. It's kind of the same thing at Texas. I can't wait to get there. The coaches are genuine and they're the kind of people I want to be coached by," Cole said. "I want to be a part of something special."

"Looking back on (the decision) now, I'm definitely 100 percent committed and I'm glad I chose the school I did. They stand out from the rest."

[billfromlaketravis]

What an exciting time fellas. Texas is sitting pretty to land DGB, and has put themselves in a good position with Mario Edwards. I think we all would have killed for that over the summer.

This should be fun.

[TheMex]

Sometimes I find myself daydreaming about ME Jr and DGB, it's kind of weird.

[shyne]

I think if we pull one, the other one will follow

[the chronic]

Right now, I have a pretty good feeling about DGB coming to Texas, but Mario could end up anywhere. He's got 5 (probably really only 4) schools on his list, and I would give Texas a 25% chance of landing him.

i'll go out on a limp and say our chances with mario are much greater, i'd say 65%+ with him. when a guy wavers in his commitment as mario has, he usually changes his commitment in the end (clearly he is having massive 2nd thoughts about FSU). he loved his visit and got along with other recruits and accounts were glowing, Texas players really liked him and they all got along. his previous top back-up school OU fell apart in loses, bad locker room vibe reported, and mostly, his quotes about OU were uninspired (i read into his quotes as you all did). and lastly, Texas history of players in NFL on Dline is right up there with DBs - we put Dline starters in NFL. i am extremely optimistic about mario.

DGB i think we are in 2nd behind arky. he obviously likes texas and i love where we stand. but hey, he likes arky as well and he'll want family at games and arky is not a far drive. i can't get past that. throw in negative recruiting towards texas' short-term QB answer that i'm sure ALL other teams are giving him. yes i know down the road who knows how QB role will play out at any school (arky guy is senior next year, landry will likely be gone next year, who knows how brewer will play out) but recruits often just look short-term results on slinging the ball - that is reality.

considering 2 months ago i though both were most likely set for OU, i don't think we could be in a better place with either and i am damn excited along with you all. landing these two would give us what would seem like impossible to pass #1 class this year, and coupled with this years crop of freshmen, the future is looking bright.

[the chronic]

IT had discussion with somebody supposedly in the know regarding DGB. they wouldn't name source though so take quote below for what it's worth.

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"I'd say both (Texas/Arky) are sitting in the drivers seat. As far as Texas goes, it's looking good for them. Dorial and his family have been very impressed with the Texas coaches, especially Coach (Darrel) Wyatt. He's been up here a lot and they really like him."

[shyne]

Didn't Wyatt pull Adrian Peterson

[TFloss32]

The UT staff has decided to bring in TE Vincent Hobbs of Mesquite Horn for an official visit the same weekend (January 20th-22nd) as the the 2012 commitments who were unable to make the team banquet because of playoffs. I have a hard time seeing a situation where he goes home without an offer so it's safe to assume he's going to be a Longhorn at some point.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Vincent-Hobbs-127226

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QY7XiTYFyos

[TFloss32]

Notes from Hook 'Em 24/7...

**According to a source close to the family of DE Mario Edwards, the official visit to OU "wasn't great." The thought is UT has moved into the top two in that recruitment and FSU is still scheduled to receive the last official visit before National Signing Day. LSU is sort of hanging around but Edwards is not expected to make a trip to Baton Rouge.

**2013 WR Jake Oliver of Dallas Jesuit has been the favorite all season to receive the first offer at his position once Junior Days roll around in February. There are lots of talented, in-state names in that group this year and WR Ra'Shaad Samples has emerged as the next in line to receive an offer from the Horns. For those of you that kept up with his stats, he had an amazing year for Dallas Skyline leading the team in receiving at 65 receptions, 1,369 yards and 19 TDs.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Ra'Shaad-Samples-109744

**Lastly, it looks like ATH Daniel Brooks of Port Lavaca Calhoun is questioning his commitment to OU more than ever and will begin to take visits to other schools. There hasn't been any indication that UT is going to attempt to get back in the race but there has been some communication between both sides recently.

[TFloss32]

Didn't Wyatt pull Adrian Peterson

I've seen reports that he was the official lead recruiter for Peterson back in the day (not sure if he was), but most give Wyatt credit for getting him to OU. He has pulled his fair share of talent.

[shyne]

Notes from Hook 'Em 24/7...

**According to a source close to the family of DE Mario Edwards, the official visit to OU "wasn't great." The thought is UT has moved into the top two in that recruitment and FSU is still scheduled to receive the last official visit before National Signing Day. LSU is sort of hanging around but Edwards is not expected to make a trip to Baton Rouge.

**2013 WR Jake Oliver of Dallas Jesuit has been the favorite all season to receive the first offer at his position once Junior Days roll around in February. There are lots of talented, in-state names in that group this year and WR Ra'Shaad Samples has emerged as the next in line to receive an offer from the Horns. For those of you that kept up with his stats, he had an amazing year for Dallas Skyline leading the team in receiving at 65 receptions, 1,369 yards and 19 TDs.


http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Ra'Shaad-Samples-109744

**Lastly, it looks like ATH Daniel Brooks of Port Lavaca Calhoun is questioning his commitment to OU more than ever and will begin to take visits to other schools. There hasn't been any indication that UT is going to attempt to get back in the race but there has been some communication between both sides recently.

Good news on Edwards, shit must be falling apart over there if Brooks is also looking to get out.

[billfromlaketravis]

Notes from Hook 'Em 24/7...

**According to a source close to the family of DE Mario Edwards, the official visit to OU "wasn't great." The thought is UT has moved into the top two in that recruitment and FSU is still scheduled to receive the last official visit before National Signing Day. LSU is sort of hanging around but Edwards is not expected to make a trip to Baton Rouge.

**2013 WR Jake Oliver of Dallas Jesuit has been the favorite all season to receive the first offer at his position once Junior Days roll around in February. There are lots of talented, in-state names in that group this year and WR Ra'Shaad Samples has emerged as the next in line to receive an offer from the Horns. For those of you that kept up with his stats, he had an amazing year for Dallas Skyline leading the team in receiving at 65 receptions, 1,369 yards and 19 TDs.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Ra'Shaad-Samples-109744

**Lastly, it looks like ATH Daniel Brooks of Port Lavaca Calhoun is questioning his commitment to OU more than ever and will begin to take visits to other schools. There hasn't been any indication that UT is going to attempt to get back in the race but there has been some communication between both sides recently.


About what we thought on Edwards, am I right Floss? I think the FSU visit happens, but I'd like to see him skip the LSU trip. I wonder where the uncertainty is coming from on the LSU side of things?

I saw Ra'Shaad Samples play twice this year in person. The kid can flat out play. His height and weight are going to scare a lot of people, but his speed is good. Samples probably runs around a 4.5. Samples TORCHED LSU bound Jalen Mills in Skyline's playoff game against DeSoto. Tips and I are both in agreement with this, Samples has game. It also doesn't hurt that his father is coaching one of the most talented teams in the state. The Skyline pipeline goes through Austin if the Horns sign Samples.

I don't understand Texas backing off Daniel Brooks. He is right there for the taking. We heard for months that Harsin wanted another utility back, and Brooks was his guy. The article did say Texas had been in contact with Brooks lately. I think if Texas doesn't get serious with Brooks, it's an excellent indicator that they'll Dontre Wilson in 2013.

[TFloss32]

Just a reminder that the JUCO commitments will be signing with UT tomorrow. Some quotes:

OL Donald Hawkins

"I'm excited. I'm just ready to be a Longhorn, finally," Hawkins said.

"I had some coaches trying to get me in. They were trying to persuade me not to go (to Texas), crap like that," Hawkins said. "I kept telling him, you're not persuading me with what you're telling me. Why would I leave Texas? They were telling me things, I was like 'What's your point?"

"What made me commit? I'll say it was coach Searels. He's a down to earth guy,. Him and coach (Mack) Brown," Hawkins said. "I think me and coach Searels can bond over the next few years."

"This will be the biggest impact of my career. After Texas, you're either going pro or it's time to step into the real world," Hawkins said. "I can't wait to be in Austin, get a piece of a national championship. Great things are yet to come."

DT Brandon Moore

"I'm just ready to get it over with, focus on playing football and finishing school at Texas," said Moore, who will move to Austin in mid-January. "It feels good to have this done by New Year's and get ready for school."

"I plan to be part of a dominant defensive line, get back to another championship," Moore said.

"He said I can come in and play right away, be an all-American there," Moore said. "He knows what I can do from being at Alabama. And I know he'll look out for me and put me in the right situations to be successful."

"I would have gone to Stanford if he (Bo Davis) was at Stanford. Anywhere," Moore said. "He's just real. He keeps everything 100 percent. He's not going to sugarcoat, he's going to stay on you tough."

[TFloss32]

About what we thought on Edwards, am I right Floss? I think the FSU visit happens, but I'd like to see him skip the LSU trip. I wonder where the uncertainty is coming from on the LSU side of things?

Yep. Things are falling into place as we thought they would if you factor in the rumored problems at OU right now. I don't think it's uncertainty with LSU as much as it is a lack of time to visit them and the interest level isn't as high as with other schools recruiting him. Hopefully LSU won't be involved at all.


I don't understand Texas backing off Daniel Brooks. He is right there for the taking. We heard for months that Harsin wanted another utility back, and Brooks was his guy. The article did say Texas had been in contact with Brooks lately. I think if Texas doesn't get serious with Brooks, it's an excellent indicator that they'll Dontre Wilson in 2013.

I'm wondering what's going on there as well. Texas can probably have Brooks if they pushed hard enough. He's been saying for months that he simply wants UT to make him feel more welcome but he hasn't been hearing enough from them to where he's comfortable decommitting from OU. Then you have ATH Daje Johnson that's just waiting on his Texas offer. It's almost take your pick but there's been a lack of movement on both for some reason.

[billfromlaketravis]

Yep. Things are falling into place as we thought they would if you factor in the rumored problems at OU right now. I don't think it's uncertainty with LSU as much as it is a lack of time to visit them and the interest level isn't as high as with other schools recruiting him. Hopefully LSU won't be involved at all.



I'm wondering what's going on there as well. Texas can probably have Brooks if they pushed hard enough. He's been saying for months that he simply wants UT to make him feel more welcome but he hasn't been hearing enough from them to where he's comfortable decommitting from OU. Then you have ATH Daje Johnson that's just waiting on his Texas offer. It's almost take your pick but there's been a lack of movement on both for some reason.


I think the Edwards is a front runner stuff came out of his interest in LSU. Given Denton's proximity to Norman, he was always going to give the Sooners a look. He seems to have no attachment with the school or relationships with their coaching staff.

Edwards will be Orlando for about a week in December / January for the UA game / practices. That'll tie him for the first 2 days of the contact period January 4th and 5th.

If it comes down to Daje or Brooks, give me Brooks. He has a better build for running back. If the unthinkable happens and there's a rash of injuries in front of Brooks, I'm confident he could handle the feature back duties at Texas.

[billfromlaketravis]

The UT staff has decided to bring in TE Vincent Hobbs of Mesquite Horn for an official visit the same weekend (January 20th-22nd) as the the 2012 commitments who were unable to make the team banquet because of playoffs. I have a hard time seeing a situation where he goes home without an offer so it's safe to assume he's going to be a Longhorn at some point.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Vincent-Hobbs-127226

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QY7XiTYFyos


This is how Texas should recruit. There was no obvious best TE in state. So the coaches waited it out, watched senior film, actually made an evaluation during a recruit's senior year and went with Hobbs. Harsin did a good job recruiting TEs at Boise. If Hobbs is his guy, I can roll with that.

[TFloss32]

Edwards will be Orlando for about a week in December / January for the UA game / practices. That'll tie him for the first 2 days of the contact period January 4th and 5th.

I like all of the Texas commitments getting another opportunity to sell Edwards on being a Longhorn in Orlando before he takes his final one or two visits. With dead period beginning yesterday, December visits are finished for everyone. Assuming his schedule is clear in January, he'll have three weekends to take visits and one of those is reserved for FSU. We'll see how it evolves.

[TFloss32]

This is how Texas should recruit. There was no obvious best TE in state. So the coaches waited it out, watched senior film, actually made an evaluation during a recruit's senior year and went with Hobbs. Harsin did a good job recruiting TEs at Boise. If Hobbs is his guy, I can roll with that.

I'm in the same boat. It's the one position where I won't question Harsin since he always had great TE play at Boise. Hobbs can definitely catch and has a good build, but I'd like to see more film that helps you gauge his blocking ability.

[TFloss32]

I'm surprised nobody has posted this video. Probably the dumbest thing I've ever seen in high school football. I turned off the Cibolo Steele/Spring DeKaney game before it ended so I didn't see this until yesterday. Can't stop laughing. I don't know what the best part is; the chubby dude tripping over himself at the 30 yard line trying to stop the cart or the DeKaney coach doing a barrel roll off of the cart like he's abandoning a runaway stagecoach full of dynamite.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eJXc485yP8&feature=g-logo&context=G28924f6FOAAAAAAABAA

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Junior Highlights of 2013 prospect safety George Baltimore:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA1hsoLoEOo :wow

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Sometimes I find myself daydreaming about ME Jr and DGB, it's kind of weird.

Lol..... I Love our position with both. I imagine the possible signing of both, what Texas fan wouldnt. If we were to just get one i would be super excited, if we got both...... Santa Clause exists. :rollin

[the chronic]

I like all of the Texas commitments getting another opportunity to sell Edwards on being a Longhorn in Orlando before he takes his final one or two visits. With dead period beginning yesterday, December visits are finished for everyone. Assuming his schedule is clear in January, he'll have three weekends to take visits and one of those is reserved for FSU. We'll see how it evolves.

Always good when you have 10 commits playing in the UA game:

Connor Brewer
Malcom Brown
Bryson Echols
Kennedy Estelle
Johnathan Gray
Peter Jinkins
Cayleb Jones
Thomas Johnson
Alex Norman
Curtis Riser


Also 4 big time Texas targets playing in that game below, although I believe Edwards is only realistic target at this point.

Nelson Agholor
Landon Collins
Mario Edwards
Andrus Peat

[sahoopster]

Lol..... I Love our position with both. I imagine the possible signing of both, what Texas fan wouldnt. If we were to just get one i would be super excited, if we got both...... Santa Clause exists. :rollin

Would be too awesome!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hN5xDU0uzpw&feature=related

[TFloss32]

Junior Highlights of 2013 prospect safety George Baltimore:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA1hsoLoEOo :wow

He's a great prospect. He should be a Junior Day invite.

[shyne]

Joe Shads twitter saying Ohio State about to be hit with sanctions, including postseason ban.

[ThePop]

Seems like Norm Chow will be hired at Hawaii.