2013 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread [Archive] - Page 16

TFloss32

10-16-2012, 08:27 AM

Update on 2014 WR KD Cannon. He was in Dallas for Texas/Oklahoma:

"At the beginning, it was a great game. OU just opened it up. The Texas offense wasn't clicking and OU has a great offense," Cannon said.

"No. Everybody has a bad game sometimes so that doesn't bring Texas down whatsoever," Cannon said.

"I've got a lot more schools talking to me lately," Cannon said. "I'm just trying to keep it open."

"They (Texas) have a balanced offense, they're throwing the ball a whole lot more. They have a great coaching staff, a great wide receivers coach," Cannon said. "I've been talking to him (Darrell Wyatt) a lot, I just haven't talked to him recently. But he tries to teach you every little thing to make you a better player, tries to get it right, tries to get you perfect."

"Defenses are trying to key on me a lot. I'm getting double teamed every game," Cannon said. "At practice, my coach gets our defense to double team me so I'm used to it. I have different ways of cutting my routes off and getting open."

TFloss32

10-16-2012, 08:31 AM

24/7 reporting that 2014 CB Nick Watkins will be in Austin this weekend for the Baylor game.

TFloss32

10-16-2012, 04:34 PM

Weekly meltdown thread. Texas fans deliver:

http://www.rollbamaroll.com/2012/10/16/3509216/its-meltdown-time-week-seven

http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/1564569/texas-fan-f-bomb.gif

benefactor

10-16-2012, 04:56 PM

:lol that gif. You have drama queen saying "fuck", blondie trying to act upset but is more concerned with picking the blemish of her face and the large black man in the back ground with the unchanging, I'm takin it like a gangsta expression.

rjv

10-16-2012, 05:19 PM

some fat dude in the background looks like he wants to throw down with someone

TFloss32

10-17-2012, 04:49 PM

Finally came across a link of Brian Jones ripping Mack on CBS last weekend. Glad to see someone in the media with Texas ties who has a sack:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=QlfKlxXISkw

TFloss32

10-17-2012, 04:53 PM

Quotes from 2014 OL Demetrius Knox after the beatdown from OU (OrangeBloods). He called Stacy Searels after the game:

"Just like any big loss, they have a lot of stuff to work on. But they're still my number one team," Knox said. "After the game, I sent coach (Stacy) Searels a message and then talked to him for a bit. I let him know UT is still my No. 1 school and I back him 100 percent. I have faith that they'll get things turned around."

"(Searels) basically just said they have a lot of stuff to work on," Knox said. "He didn't think his players came into the game with the right attitude and mindset. As always, when something like that happens, he said the coaches feel responsible."

"It's basically like a second home to me. I can sit down, talk with any of the coaches on the coaching staff and feel like they're a father figure to me, or one of my coaches right now," Knox said. "Any time I go to UT or Austin, I just feel like I'm at home."

"I talked to coach Searels and I've talked to some other o-linemen being recruited by UT. We want to come in and build a foundation, build around the quarterbacks. If we can protect them, get a good push in the run game, we can go from there," Knox said.

"It (the 2012 season) hasn't really been too good for me. I've been out most of the season with a lower back injury. It happened at start of the season. Basically, I talked to my doctor about it, he basically told me to stay off it for a while, give it time to rest. But this season has basically been big game after big game and I didn't fee like I could leave my team for big games," Knox said. "So I went in and did my job, then once we get ahead my back would start hurting."

TFloss32

10-17-2012, 04:56 PM

Latest with 2014 S Jamal Adams (OrangeBloods). He was also at the Cotton Bowl last weekend:

"It was a great experience for it to be my first time going to that rivalry. It was a blowout, so it kind of got boring towards the end. It was a good game in the first quarter but then got out of control," Adams said.

"I was in shock, honestly. I didn't think it was going to be a blowout," Adams said. "I thought it was going to be better game."

"I talked to both (Bob and Mike) Stoops. They called the school and I talked to them both on my coach's phone," Adams said. "They said to just make the right decision, keep working hard, just know that Oklahoma is a powerhouse in the Big 12."

"Coach Akina always has great words. He just says to keep working. They told me they talk about me every day in meetings so that was nice," Adams said. "Coach Diaz said he wanted me to suit up right then and there (before the West Virginia game). That was a highlight right there (of the unofficial visit to Texas)."

rkell87

10-17-2012, 08:50 PM

Vito Corleone

10-17-2012, 11:14 PM

People say that stuff all the time. the fact is that most true freshmen are not physically capable of competing at the highest level.

rkell87

10-18-2012, 12:36 AM

People say that stuff all the time. the fact is that most true freshmen are not physically capable of competing at the highest level.
I think daje, gray, diggs, and both malcom browns have shown that they are.

ThePop

10-18-2012, 01:02 AM

For those who don't really follow basketball recruiting, the #1 player in the country Julius Randle has Texas in his top 6 along with Kentucky, Florida, North Carolina State, Oklahoma, and Kansas. IIRC, we are supposedly #3 on that list behind UK and UF, but a good season for us could put us ahead.

DesignatedT

10-18-2012, 03:39 PM

List of visitors for this weekends A&M v LSU game.

Official Visitor
East Mississippi C.C. DT ZaDarius Smith

Class of 2014
*Skyline CB Cedric Collins
Cy-Falls LB Otaro Alaka
Mansfield Timberview DB Edward Paris
Mount Pleasant WR KD Cannon
Lufkin WR Jamal Jeffery
Lancaster DB/ATH Nick Harvey
Skyline OL Ty Barrett
Arlington Martin DE Myles Garrett
Lake Travis RB Shaun Nixon
Round Rock ATH Keyon Dilosa
Bishop Dunne DB Nick Watkins (maybe)
Bishop Dunne OL Jovan Pruitt (maybe)
New Orleans Edna Carr WR Speedy Noil (maybe)
Westlake (LA) WR Jacory Washington (maybe)

Class of 2013
Kimball DT Justin Manning
Sealy WR Ricky Seals-Jones
Plano Prestonwood LB Mike Mitchell
*Warren Easton (LA) LB Edward Williams
*Cedar Hill WR Laquvionte Gonzales
*Cedar Hill WR Quincy Adeboyejo
*Rockwall-Heath DL Jordan Points
*Rockwall-Heath DL Jay Arnold
*Kennedale LB Brett Wade
*Manvel WR Kyrion Parker
*Sharpstown LB Reggie Chevis
*Pearland Dawson RB James White
*New Orleans Edna Carr CB Noel Ellis (maybe)
*Manvel CB Tavares Garner (maybe)
*Port Allen (LA) LB Darian Claiborne (maybe)

* = commit

rkell87

10-19-2012, 12:49 AM

ThePop

10-19-2012, 03:04 AM

does the kebongo stuff hurt us at all?

Only if he actually is "guilty". Tristan Thompson says Kabongo's brother repayed him for the trip which would be fine. I guess we're just waiting to see what the NCAA decides, but if they do decide to punish him hopefully it doesn't involve a suspension.

leemajors

10-19-2012, 09:05 AM

More NFL scouts: "Manny Diaz is a fraud.He throws blitzes against wall to see what sticks. His blitzes aren't' designed to bust protection"

— Lance Zierlein (@LanceZierlein) October 18, 2012

http://www.burntorangenation.com/football/2012/10/19/3524850/texas-longhorns-defense-baylor-bears-manny-diaz-fraud

Ballin42

10-19-2012, 10:00 AM

What D-coordinators names are out there to replace Diaz, if he does get the boot?

TFloss32

10-19-2012, 01:00 PM

A look at the first half of OL/DL Andrew Billings' senior season:

http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2012/10/18/3524554/recruiting-andrew-billings-senior-film

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 10:50 AM

Update on the recruits who will be in attendance tonight against Baylor:

2013
QB, Tyrone Swoopes, Whitewright
OL, Caleb Benenoch, Katy Seven Lakes
OL/DL, Andrew Billings, Waco High

2014
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham. Fort Worth All Saints
DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 10:57 AM

Latest with OL Kent Perkins (24/7):

“That was crazy (being invited to play in the US Army All-American Bowl),” Perkins said. “I was honored. If you stay humble, people will come around and help you. I’m thankful for that. I’m not going to let them down.”

“My word means a lot,” said Perkins. “I don’t get calls from any other colleges now. I just get calls from my offensive line coach, Coach (Stacy) Searels.”

“I love Coach Searels,” Perkins told Hookem.com. “He reminds me of my offensive line coach here. They’re both so country. I love them both. I’m grateful that I’m going to go to a coach like that.”

“They’re dominant (Texas' run game),” he said. “You can’t stop the run game and I love it. I love their run protection and I think we’re going to be good.”

“I’m excited about that for sure,” said Perkins. “Playing around these big guys (James and Raulerson) that are my size, I love that. I’m excited.”

“I get better and better every game,” said Perkins. “I try to work on the little things, like keeping my eyes up and looking at the linebackers.”

“I’d probably say my technique is what I have improved on the most,” Perkins explained. “If you looked at film from my junior and sophomore years, my technique wasn’t all that great. I’ve capitalized on that. It comes to me easy now. I don’t worry about my technique. It’s just there. I just worry about doing my job.”

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 11:00 AM

I didn't see him on the A&M recruiting list but 2014 CB Darrion Johnson of Brenham is expected to be in attendance.

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 12:17 PM

A very honest write-up from the Austin American Statesman on how Texas needs to treat the remainder of 2012:

http://www.statesman.com/news/sports/a-5-7-season-is-possible-its-up-to-the-players-to-/nSh2B/

"It's a program of cookies and rainbows."

benefactor

10-20-2012, 02:08 PM

"The players at Texas respect Mack. The players at OU fear Stoops. That’s always been a huge difference."

My hometown boy Cedric with the goods. I don't know that this team will ever be tough with Mack at the helm.

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 02:54 PM

OL Caleb Benenoch will NOT be in Austin tonight, per 24/7.

TFloss32

10-20-2012, 02:58 PM

FYI that WR Jake Oliver passed Jordan Shipley this week for all-time receptions in Texas:

http://www.maxpreps.com/blogs/maxwire-national-blog/7661S5XyXEeggNaPxEOIxw/jake-oliver-sets-texas-record-for-career-receptions.htm

ThePop

10-21-2012, 01:44 AM

I don't know if anyone has reported it but Erik Huhn was also at the game. Saw him with some sort of knee brace, oh and saw Swoopes as well.

TFloss32

10-21-2012, 01:48 PM

An open letter to Will Muschamp (HornsNation):

http://espn.go.com/colleges/texas/story/_/id/8532315/texas-longhorns-struggling-defense

TFloss32

10-21-2012, 06:51 PM

Some rumors out there tonight that OK State has lost QB JW Walsh for the season due to a knee injury.

UTHorns34

10-21-2012, 09:46 PM

Thats about how I feel, coach! Now, I think it's time for you to step away, move up into the administration spotlight of Texas, have Manny Diaz canned and bring in Kirby Smart to be the next HC and let's re-hire Gene Chizik and give him the defense back as he is sure to be fired by Auburn.

http://www.lostlettermen.com/wp-content/uploads/mack-brown-middle-finger.jpeg

DMX7

10-21-2012, 10:06 PM

If Mack moved up to the admin level, then he would potentially have a hand on all men's sports. Is that really what we want?

ColinB

10-21-2012, 10:09 PM

No thanks to Chizik.

ThePop

10-21-2012, 10:48 PM

Mack isn't going anywhere so I might as well support something that has a chance of happening, and that is getting rid of Diaz. I have no idea who to bring in though.

bluebellmaniac

10-22-2012, 01:17 AM

Chizik getting canned at Auburn would be our blessing. His defense brought us a championship. Pay him what it takes to take over the D again. He'd be happy, his family would be happy and we'd be happy because he'd make our talent into a mean defensive machine again.

benefactor

10-22-2012, 07:02 AM

Mack isn't going anywhere so I might as well support something that has a chance of happening, and that is getting rid of Diaz. I have no idea who to bring in though.
:tu

Kermit

10-22-2012, 08:48 AM

Guck Gene. I believe he napalmed that bridge before he left.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:06 AM

A lot of random notes this morning....

**Per OrangeBloods, Texas has picked up a track commitment in ATH Easy Anyama of Houston Stafford. He was previously committed to Texas State for football. He has great size at 6-2/190 so it's hard to believe the football program doesn't have anything to do with this. He's a name to remember.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Easy-Anyama-142121

**Texas has flirted with several WRs on the high school and JUCO level; most recently WR Quintavius Leslie (committed to LSU) and WR Quadarias Mireles (committed to Ole Miss) of East Mississippi CC. A third name from that particiular junior college has emerged in WR Corey Smith who is originally from Akron, OH. 24/7 reports that if UT were to make a move on a JUCO WR, this is currently their guy.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Corey-Smith-112584;_ylt=AmRdJVAKZ.5ud5hK7waRhPNIPZB4

**Inside Texas reporting that S Deric Robertson of Killeen High was supposed to be in attendance at the Baylor game this weekend with the Killeen Harker Heights duo, OL Darius James and LB Naashon Hughes. He's currently commited to OK State but he's another name worth keeping an eye on.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Deric-Robertson-127642

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:10 AM

24/7 reporting that a new offer for the 2014 class has gone out. LB Josh Walker of Gilmer is a guy that's flown under because he was injured this past spring:

“The Texas staff talked to my coaches and recently offered me,” Walker told Hookem.com. “Their offensive line coach, Stacy Searels, has been talking to them about me and watching me closely. He told them that I officially have an offer.”

“I really like them,” Walker said of the Longhorns. “They’re one of my favorites and always have been.Texas A&M, Texas, LSU and Oklahoma are the schools that I like the most. Those are my top four.”

“I definitely want to visit Texas again,” said Walker. “It will probably have to be after the season sometime though. The first time I went, I really enjoyed it. It was a lot of fun and I felt very comfortable in the environment there. The coaches reminded me of my coaches here at Gilmer. Overall it was extravagant and a great visit.”

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Josh-Walker-137728

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:17 AM

Another name to file away as a potential offer for the class of 2014 is DE Duncan Douglas of Lubbock Coronado. He's currently ranked #122 overall by 24/7:

“There have been a ton of schools interested in me,” said Douglas. “Texas, Texas Tech, LSU, Florida State, Alabama, Texas A&M, Oklahoma State, Georgia, TCU, Boise State and a lot more. It’s been pretty crazy, but there are a lot of them recruiting me. I’m definitely receiving a lot of interest.”

“It was a while back when I first talked to Texas,” Douglas told Hookem.com. “It started my sophomore year. Coach (Duane) Akina told me that they’re interested in me and they believe I’m an ideal defensive end for them or for any D1 school really. He also spoke to my dad, who’s a football coach at Lubbock Estacado, and told him that they’re very interested in me. He said they really liked my size and skill.”

“I’d say my interest in them (Texas) is probably the highest,” he said of Texas. “I haven’t talked to them much this season due to being injured and everything, but if they offered me it would definitely be a very, very big deal. Seriously, if Texas were to offer me, it would be amazing. It would be like a dream come true for me. That would be huge.”

“I talk to Lorenzo Joe a lot,” said Douglas. “He’s a good friend of mine and is obviously committed to Texas, so he tells me a lot about it. We talk quite a bit. He tells me to join the 2014 class of Texas if I get the chance. He tells me to commit if they offer so I can be a part of it.”

“I’d say Texas Tech is another school I like a lot because they’re in my hometown,” Douglas explained. “I’ve liked them since I was little and my father went there too. I do have some interest in schools like LSU, Florida State and Alabama too. I just have to visit them and see if they would be a fit for me.”

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:23 AM

The most interesting note from 24/7 this morning has to do with the possibility of Texas looking at a second QB for 2013. It's nothing to take seriously for now, but worth noting that QB Joshua Dobbs of Alpharetta, GA recently told a Georgia site that UT has been reaching out. He's currently committed to Arizona State and will officially visit them this weekend, but remains open to taking additional trips. He is ranked #102 overall by 24/7 and is unranked on Rivals.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Joshua-Dobbs-134027

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:29 AM

According to 24/7, a name that Darrell Wyatt has been quietly recruiting for 2014 is WR Patrick Walker of Grapeland. He attended the West Virginia game at Wyatt's request:

“The receivers coach, Coach Wyatt, called me and my coach,” explained Walker. “He invited me down to the West Virginia game, so I went. I thought it was good and very intense.”

“He told me they were definitely interested in me,” Walker said. “They’re going to keep watching me and recruiting me.”

“They are definitely in my top three,” he told Hookem.com. “It’s Texas, along with Baylor and Texas Tech. I think that the school is pretty great. They also have a real good program that I think can make me a lot better of a player.”

“I think they have very good backs and receivers,” said Walker. “They like to use them a lot and they can score a bunch judging from what I’ve seen. I think their offense is really good.”

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:34 AM

Current BCS standings. Texas checks in at #23:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:45 AM

This is the best list I could compile for the recruits that visited Austin on Saturday:

2013
QB, Tyrone Swoopes, Whitewright
OL, Darius James, Killeen Harker Heights
OL/DL, Jake Raulerson, Celina
LB, Deoundrei Davis, Cypress Woods
LB, Naashon Hughes, Killeen Harker Heights
CB, Antwuan Davis, Bastrop
S, Erik Huhn, Cibolo Steele (thanks Pop!)

2014
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
ATH, Chris Lane, Fort Worth All Saints

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:51 AM

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:55 AM

Some rumors out there tonight that OK State has lost QB JW Walsh for the season due to a knee injury.

It's actually a fracture in his leg. It won't require surgery but he's definitely done.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 10:57 AM

Depressing fact of the day. Baylor's defense is dead last in the nation in yards given up per game at 553.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 11:01 AM

This is the best list I could compile for the recruits that visited Austin on Saturday:

2013
QB, Tyrone Swoopes, Whitewright
OL, Darius James, Killeen Harker Heights
OL/DL, Jake Raulerson, Celina
LB, Deoundrei Davis, Cypress Woods
CB, Antwuan Davis, Bastrop
S, Erik Huhn, Cibolo Steele (thanks Pop!)

2014
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
ATH, Chris Lane, Fort Worth All Saints

Forgot to mention that OL Caleb Benenoch and OL/DL Andrew Billings were not in attendance despite some reports out there saying they were.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 11:11 AM

Mack isn't going anywhere so I might as well support something that has a chance of happening, and that is getting rid of Diaz. I have no idea who to bring in though.

Call me crazy...but I feel like Diaz will be around if Mack doesn't step down. Getting rid of Diaz, although he's been horrific, goes against their promise of three years to one another. Mack blaming another mediocre season on a coordinator also looks very bad and the man is more concerned with his image than anyone. Anxious for December and hoping Mack does the right thing for the program by retiring.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 12:00 PM

2014 Committable Offers

QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer TEXAS
RB, Donald Catalon, Aldine Eisenhower TEXAS
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
RB, Nathan Starks, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV)
RB, Devon Thomas, Broken Arrow (Broken Arrow, OK)
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints TEXAS
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
WR, Devante "Speedy" Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Cameron Sims, Ouachita Parish (Monroe, LA)
OL, Demetrius Knox, Fort Worth All Saints
OL, Cameron Robinson, West Monroe (Monroe, LA)
OL, Braden Smith, Olathe South (Olathe, KS)
DE, Myles Garrett, Arlington Martin
DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan TEXAS
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell
DE/LB, Hoza Scott, La Porte
LB, Cameron Hampton, Dallas Carter
LB, Raekwon McMillan, Liberty County (Hinseville, GA)
LB, Josh Walker, Gilmer
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen
CB/S, Edward Paris, Mansfield Timberview
S, Jamal Adams, Carrollton Hebron
S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
S, Laurence Jones, Neville (Monroe, LA)
ATH, Nick Harvey, Lancaster

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 12:05 PM

Ohio State QB Braxton Miller cleared to practice after being taken to the hospital during the Purdue game:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8537356/braxton-miller-ohio-state-buckeyes-okd-resume-practicing

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 01:45 PM

Good article from Yahoo on Texas needing a wake-up call:

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ncaaf--longhorns-will-benefit-from-finally-feeling-texas-heat-20451709.html;_ylt=AsEB7fQgZJ1FjWGfs0lOe.kcvrYF;_y lu=X3oDMTQwamIxcDJyBG1pdANGRUFUVVJFRCBNZWdhdHJvbiB OQ0FBRgRwa2cDMmFmYWRlMWEtNDgyNC0zNTRhLWExZTUtMDU4Y TQ3NzVhZmYyBHB

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 05:26 PM

Call me crazy...but I feel like Diaz will be around if Mack doesn't step down. Getting rid of Diaz, although he's been horrific, goes against their promise of three years to one another. Mack blaming another mediocre season on a coordinator also looks very bad and the man is more concerned with his image than anyone. Anxious for December and hoping Mack does the right thing for the program by retiring.

Or the other option is Diaz "moves on" to a smaller job (instead of being publicly fired) much like Bobby Kennedy did with Colorado after the 2010 season. It'd be the smart thing for his agent to put out feelers.

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 05:28 PM

FYI that the UIL is having a big meeting this morning concerning the creation of 6A and 7A classifications. They have also already decided to add a fourth seed to the 3A and 2A playoff brackets starting in 2013-14.

6A is now a reality.

http://etsn.fm/uil-announces-creation-of-class-6a-playoff-expansion-in-3a2a/

TFloss32

10-22-2012, 05:45 PM

Sergio Kindle was cut by the Baltimore Ravens today.

TFloss32

10-23-2012, 09:24 AM

Article from Yahoo on Mack's comments about the Longhorn Network:

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/mack-brown-complains-longhorn-network-negatively-affecting-texas-205045559--ncaaf.html;_ylt=AiEng6U2f0TQz3M7AUL5zU0cvrYF;_ylu= X3oDMTQwZjJncDl2BG1pdANGRUFUVVJFRCBNZWdhdHJvbiBOQ0 FBRgRwa2cDNTIwMWQ2ODktZDFhMS0zO

TFloss32

10-23-2012, 10:54 AM

Former Texas RB Traylon Shead has committed to play for SMU next year.

TFloss32

10-23-2012, 10:56 AM

Per OrangeBloods, Texas has offered 2014 DE Gerald Willis III of Edna Karr in New Orleans, LA. He is the brother of S Landon Collins.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Gerald-WillisIII-131518;_ylt=Au2G1gDIWj0SSscsJgcbNPRIPZB4

TFloss32

10-23-2012, 07:12 PM

Weekly meltdown thread:

http://www.rollbamaroll.com/2012/10/23/3541494/its-meltdown-time-week-eight

Sisk

10-25-2012, 10:55 AM

2014 LB Josh Walker has committed to Texas A&M. Had offers from Texas, Texas Tech, and Oklahoma.

TFloss32

10-25-2012, 11:40 AM

2014 LB Josh Walker has committed to Texas A&M. Had offers from Texas, Texas Tech, and Oklahoma.

Wow. Surprised at the timing but that's a nice get. Add Scott at that position and it's even better.

TFloss32

10-25-2012, 11:40 AM

Brian Jones continues to lay it on Mack and UT:

http://blog.chron.com/sportsmedia/2012/10/brian-jones-isnt-mollified-by-longhorns-win-over-baylor/

TFloss32

10-26-2012, 08:28 AM

FYI CB Cole Luke will be on his official visit to Oklahoma this weekend.

Vito Corleone

10-26-2012, 12:29 PM

Brian Jones continues to lay it on Mack and UT:

http://blog.chron.com/sportsmedia/2012/10/brian-jones-isnt-mollified-by-longhorns-win-over-baylor/

Could not have said it better myself

But the real problem is that as long as Mack is still pulling in top classes and filling the stadium then there will be no changes.

Just watch what happens if those stop and you can expect to see that change if Aggsy pull in the classes the did back in the late 80's early 90's. They now have something to sell.

the chronic

10-26-2012, 05:32 PM

According to IT Jordan Hicks will likely take medical redshirt and sit remainder of year ($).

leemajors

10-27-2012, 11:21 AM

getting gashed already, nice!

tlongII

10-27-2012, 01:10 PM

It doesn't matter who the horns recruit with these coaches. :lol

TheMex

10-27-2012, 01:11 PM

We should recruit coaches.

benefactor

10-27-2012, 01:32 PM

It doesn't matter who the horns recruit with these coaches. :lol

We should recruit coaches.
:tu

UTHorns34

10-27-2012, 01:40 PM

Ash pulled.....McCoy leads scoring drive...yea, thats what we need, another QB controversy...

bluetrumpet

10-27-2012, 01:56 PM

I finally agree that Mack has to go. This is just horrible football in ever aspect

UTHorns34

10-27-2012, 02:11 PM

Yep. Its that time. Alot of heads should be chopped this year.

benefactor

10-27-2012, 02:17 PM

You guys need to put dem Longhorns skins on tbh.

the chronic

10-27-2012, 02:25 PM

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m94rw1IdxV1rd6zvfo1_400.gif

bluetrumpet

10-27-2012, 04:15 PM

How do you do that?

jeebus

10-27-2012, 04:35 PM

profile settings or board settings or one of those settings. you can pick a college and NFL team

ColinB

10-27-2012, 04:49 PM

Control Panel --> General Settings (on the left under My Account)

benefactor

10-27-2012, 04:49 PM

Control Panel
General Settings

Scroll down until you see the place for your favorite college team.

bluetrumpet

10-27-2012, 06:24 PM

That's better. Thanks

Ballin42

10-27-2012, 06:45 PM

There is one upside... Atleast we are not auburn.

UTHorns34

10-27-2012, 11:29 PM

Im tired of seeing Texas play soft as hell. It drives me up an f'in wall. God, I wish for 1 game, Huff, Jammer, and the Griffin Bros. along with DJ Johnson could come back and play for us. I still think Chizik needs to come back to run our D when Auburn cans him. Nobody here can tell me his defenses werent probably our best.

leemajors

10-28-2012, 01:15 PM

dave campo stumps texas offense

Bloeddyr10

10-28-2012, 02:50 PM

Rivals has some news on '14 LB Raekwon McMillan from Georgia. Apparently he has a top five and he grew up as a Georgia fan. Didn't he grew up in Texas?

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:27 AM

Per 24/7, Stacy Searels stopped to see 2014 OL Braden Smith of Olathe, KS on Friday night. If you remember previous reports on him, he was not going to make any visits until his junior season came to a close. His high school team's last game was Friday as they did not qualify for the playoffs.

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:31 AM

Update on JUCO OL Desmond Harrison of Contra Costa CC in San Pablo, CA (24/7). He has already officially visited NC State on October 6th and has plans to visit OU (November 24th), Arizona State (November 30th) and Texas (December 7th, banquet weekend). His last official visit will likely be to USC on December 14th:

"I'm just excited about everything right now," Harrison said Sunday. "I have a lot of great schools looking at me."

"I know I'm going to Oklahoma in November (Nov. 24)," Harrison said. "I have decided that. I haven't decided on my last visit. It will be USC, Ole Miss or Texas Tech."

"I loved it (the official visit to NC State). I love it because it's close to home and it was a great atmosphere. I like the coaches," he said.

"Texas, it's UT," he said. "Their academics would be a strong plus. I like the atmosphere and the coaches at Texas. Oklahoma, that's a big offer. They are a big time program and they are winning, which is big."
"I've been liking USC for a minute now," he said. "They have had a lot of success putting tackles in the NFL, and they have a great atmosphere."

"Definitely, I'm looking at a place I can come in and make an impact," he said. "Coming from junior college, I want to come in and play. I think because I'm coming from junior college, I could come in and play at any of the schools I'm looking at."

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:38 AM

Latest with OL Caleb Benenoch (24/7):

“I haven’t taken any other visits (since the West Virginia game in Austin),” said Benenoch. “I wanted to come down for the Baylor game in Austin, but didn’t make it. The only one I have scheduled now is in December, which will be my official visit to UCLA.”

“We talk once a week,” he told Hookem.com. “I talk to Coach (Stacy) Searels and Coach (Mack) Brown. I’d say our relationship is really good. That’s one of the reasons they’re my top school. That’s a big factor for me. You have to trust your position coach.”

“They haven’t told me I need to commit by a certain time,” Benenoch explained. “They really want me. Coach Searels said he’s looking at some JUCO guys too, but that is just in case I decide to go elsewhere. But, he’s told me that I’m the one he wants.”

“They’re (Texas) still my favorite,” said Benenoch. “They’re my number one. Baylor, UCLA and OU are the others still in it. I plan to make my decision in December sometime.”

“They’re (Texas) doing okay,” he said. “The offensive line is on and off, but they have a very bright future ahead of them. They are young. They’ll be good.”

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:40 AM

2014 CB Nick Watkins of Dallas Bishop Dunne gives a review of UT after his trip to Austin for the Baylor game (24/7):

“The visit went very well,” said Watkins. “The game was exciting and the fans were rowdy. The atmosphere stood out to me the most. The fans were live and everyone was ready to see a game, including me. The fans definitely caught my eye though.”

“Both teams offenses were on fire,” Watkins explained. “Both defenses couldn’t stop them though. I did think that Texas’ defense did pretty well stepping up when needed to though. How they (Texas) played caught my eye as well.”

“They had their moments,” he said. “I thought that (Kenny) Vaccaro had a good game. (Quandre) Diggs was confident in the way he played, which really stood out. Both of those guys did good.”

“Academics are the most important thing to me,” Watkins told Hookem.com. “I looked at their business major, which is very important. That was big. I also went over their depth chart. I want to be able to compete and get on the field!”

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:44 AM

Week 9 bowl projections:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections?season=2012&week=9

Texas is somewhere between the Holiday Bowl and something called the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl. Nice.

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:45 AM

Latest BCS standings. Texas somehow comes in at #23:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 10:57 AM

It doesn't matter who the horns recruit with these coaches. :lol

True statement. Saturday was just brutal and tough to imagine it getting any better.

By the way, game time for Texas Tech is 2:30 p.m. on ABC.

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 11:15 AM

I don't recall ever seeing something like this. Maryland loses their fourth, and final, scholarship QB to injury:

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/maryland-loses-4th-qb-rowe-231335302--ncaaf.html

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 11:33 AM

Mack mentioned in his presser this morning that David Ash will remain the starter at QB and Johnathan Gray is now the #1 at RB.

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 01:37 PM

Texas Tech apparently busting out this for the UT game:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A6Y4efoCQAAkENG.jpg

Kermit

10-29-2012, 01:39 PM

Texas Tech apparently busting out this for the UT game:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A6Y4efoCQAAkENG.jpg

They're going to rape Texas and look like assholes doing it. What a douchey uniform.

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 02:02 PM

They're going to rape Texas and look like assholes doing it. What a douchey uniform.

It's easier to score with Texas' D than it is with Tech's co-eds. The chances of guys like Cobbs and Phillips leaving Lubbock with a mad case of Raider Rash are high.

rjv

10-29-2012, 02:56 PM

is malcolm brown out for saturday ?

TFloss32

10-29-2012, 03:24 PM

is malcolm brown out for saturday ?

Haven't seen a word on him yet.

TheMex

10-30-2012, 02:02 PM

Bloeddyr10

10-31-2012, 03:49 PM

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/8576961/espn-150-safety-marcell-harris-receives-jersey-armour-all-america-game

As for his recruitment, (Marcell) Harris has taken official visits to Oklahoma, Florida State, Texas and Florida and says he will not need to use his fifth and final visit. Though he claims no leader, Harris said he will make his college decision on Nov. 16.

Didn't knew he would make his decision that early.

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 07:32 PM

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 07:33 PM

Mizzou makes t-shirt to celebrate their first SEC win against Kentucky:

http://static.mrsec.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/CAGED-THE-CATS.jpeg

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 07:40 PM

Update on QB Tyrone Swoopes who is set to enroll at Texas in January (OrangeBloods). His Whitewright team has not won a game this season (0-8) and he's been struggling with a hamstring injury:

"It's frustrating, of course. I've talked to my dad and (Texas assistant) coach (Bryan) Harsin about it," said the Longhorn quarterback commitment. "They're just telling me that it's a learning experience at this point. Everything that I'm doing now, learning now, will make me better in the future. I just have to keep fighting and not give up."

"We have a lot of pride on the line (the next two games). We've had a lot of injuries, people around here have lost hope in us. We want to finish the year strong, want to finish with one win, hopefully two."

"I've been able to handle it pretty easily. It just requires having to do the classes with nobody in there with you. It's kind of boring, but I've handled it pretty well," Swoopes said.

"I'm just trying to get in there (to Texas), learn the offense and help the team as best as I can. I'm not saying I'm going to go in there and play right away - if I have to call plays, be a cheerleader on sidelines, I'll do it. Whatever I need to do, I'm ready to be a part of it."

"He (Harsin) had told me before they wanted me to do come in early, but they didn't pressure me into it. It was my own decision, but they're pretty excited about it."

"I think (Harsin) is just more excited about my mobility because I can run the ball pretty well. I'm not saying their quarterbacks now aren't athletic, I think he's just trying to do a little bit different things with me when I get there. Hopefully I'll be good at it, and I'll get it down when it's my time to get in there and play."

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 07:53 PM

24/7 reported earlier today that the next 2014 offer could go out very soon. Koda Martin of Manvel plays both TE and DE this year but most project him to be an OT in college. Texas will be recruiting him for that position and he's scheduled to be in Austin for the Iowa State game next weekend.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Koda-Martin-128586;_ylt=AuytsA1m2gDsWAX1zRumuN5IPZB4

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:00 PM

Latest with 2014 WR Lorenzo Joe (24/7):

“Our season is going good right now,” explained Joe. “We only have two losses and we’re getting better each week. We have got to keep it going into the playoffs. As for my move to quarterback, it’s been going good too. I have thrown for like 1,500 yards and rushed for another 500. So it’s definitely been a real good adjustment for me.”

“I’m still liking wide receiver,” he said. “Although when you play quarterback you do have the ball every play. Still though, I work hard at receiver and put in extra work at the position so I don’t lose my skill-set there.”

“I came in for the New Mexico and West Virginia game,” said Joe. “I was going to the Baylor game, but the day before we played in Amarillo. I really enjoyed both visits. The whole thing was good. The atmosphere at the West Virginia game was crazy. It was loud. It doesn’t get any better than playing in front of 100,000 fans.”

“I’ve talked to some players about Texas,” Joe told Hookem.com. “Mainly guys like Jamal Adams (Hebron), Solomon Thomas (Coppell), Duncan Douglas (Lubbock Coronado) and a few others.”

“Basically I just tell them that we are making history with our class,” explained Joe. “I tell them it would be sick to play together. I say that we all can try to get Texas back on top, where it deserves to be.”

“Defensively they (Texas) have been struggling,” Joe said. “Offensively it has been kind of balanced. I’d like to see them throw a little more, but they’re doing good with what they are doing now. They’ll get back to where they need to be, no doubt about it.”

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:03 PM

Article on Darrell K. Royal's fight with Alzheimer's:

http://bigstory.ap.org/article/royals-fight-alzheimers-hope-raise-money

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:10 PM

Remember RB Herschel Sims from the 2011 class who transferred out of OK State after being charged with fraud? He's now left Lamar.

http://blog.newsok.com/osu/2012/10/31/former-oklahoma-state-rb-herschel-sims-leaving-lamar/

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:13 PM

24/7 has a new "rumors" board on their site and there is some pretty good stuff on there for those who have a sub and want to check it out. One of the best rumors on there so far is DT Robert Nkemdiche will de-commit from Clemson and commit to Ole Miss on November 10th when he visits Oxford with his parents. Important to remember that his brother is currently playing for them.

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:17 PM

Another rumor out there has several programs backing off of S Priest Willis completely. There are concerns with his durability (apparently has back issues) and the people involved with his recruitment.

TFloss32

10-31-2012, 08:34 PM

Week 9 meltdown thread:

http://www.rollbamaroll.com/2012/10/30/3573802/its-meltdown-time-week-nine

http://cdn2.sbnation.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2147885/musraaage.0_standard_500.0.gif

ThePop

10-31-2012, 08:50 PM

I miss him so much :depressed

TFloss32

11-01-2012, 08:21 AM

Can Malcolm Brown redshirt?? I heard somewhere that he can only play less than 30% of the games to apply for medical redshirt. He went down after the fourth game vs Ok St. That makes it less than 30% of the games, he should be ok to redshirt right?? Or is there something that I am missing?

I believe it was technically the first series of the OK State game, so it may depend on if the NCAA views that as a full game even though he went down at the beginning and barely played. I know Hicks will probably look into a medical and I don't see any reason why Brown wouldn't assuming he's out for the rest of the year.

Vito Corleone

11-01-2012, 11:38 AM

I doubt it really matters for Malcolm, the life span of a RB in the NFL is so low he would be crazy to stay at Texas past next season if his draft status is 1st round. He will need to get stronger and prove he is durable he is a great back and if he grades as a 1st round pick he should leave and take the money.

TFloss32

11-01-2012, 12:20 PM

TFloss32

11-01-2012, 12:29 PM

BevoBoom

11-01-2012, 12:37 PM

[QUOTE=TFloss32;6168941]CB Cole Luke has committed to Notre Dame. Tough loss but can't say I blame the kid. The defense has been
putrid.

Irish have few db's that play on Sunday...Body of work would favor Horns & Akina if Cole plans on playing in NFL!

Got to think not receiving an offer on his first visit (Horns were expecting M Smith to commit) was one of many BAD decisions this year.

ColinB

11-01-2012, 12:42 PM

Well we have few DBs that play on Saturday, so there's that.

ATX_Horn

11-01-2012, 12:43 PM

CB Cole Luke has committed to Notre Dame. Tough loss but can't say I blame the kid. The defense has been putrid.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/player-Cole-Luke-132338

Not much momentum for Texas either on the field or off at this point. We need to shake things
up after the bowl game. He's done a whole lotta good for Texas during his tenure but I'm hoping
Mack steps down and allows the program to chart its course for the future.

Hook 'em!

BevoBoom

11-01-2012, 01:02 PM

Well we have few DBs that play on Saturday, so there's that.

Funny...i thought the same when Curtis & Chykie played on Saturdays. Lo & behold 3rd & 5th Rd picks playing on Sundays

Hook' Em

ThePop

11-01-2012, 09:59 PM

Based on Caleb Benenoch's tweets it sounds like A&M is no longer an option for him. I don't know if an offer was pulled or what.

TFloss32

11-02-2012, 08:34 AM

JUCO DE Randy Gregory has committed to Nebraska:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Randy-Gregory-136697;_ylt=AuhKS0NBCCoKspcp9YsyH59IPZB4

the chronic

11-02-2012, 04:14 PM

SI article on Swoopes -

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/ken_rodriguez/11/01/Tyrone-Swoopes-Whitewright-Texas-Treasure/index.html?sct=cf_bf3_a3

BevoBoom

11-02-2012, 04:36 PM

Found this to be a wee bit interesting (.)(.)

Typsy @ IT mentioned that Texas has reached out to another QB.

Joshua Dobbs (currently committed to Sun Devils) out of Alpharetta, GA. I had heard that Swoopes was to be only QB offerred

TFloss32

11-03-2012, 10:47 AM

Recent quote from 2014 S Edwin Freeman of Arlington Bowie (24/7):

“They’ve (Oklahoma) been contacting me a lot, and after seeing the difference between the crowd at the Red River game, I’m starting to like them a lot,” he said. “Texas’ defense isn’t playing that well either. I don’t know what’s going over there.”

TFloss32

11-03-2012, 10:53 AM

For those that like rumors, here's an interesting post that was pinned over at Inside Texas concerning Mack's future:

I may have mentioned this in previous threads...if not, I have a couple of connections to UT athletics. These are folks operating at an administration level (not specific to football) but are at an executive level so each typically has insight and, in some cases, forecasting ability.

One has indirect involvement with hiring (again, at an executive admin level). As a "for instance", I was told who the new women's swim coach would be weeks before the name was released. He is always miles ahead on information specific to new or updated atheltics facilities....All of that being said, I was told last night that "Mack would not be back"....in no uncertain terms. More detail:

I was moaning about my fears of another season of underachieving and anger....AND angst. He told me, "that is a non-issue...he is gone" I asked, "what happens if they turn it around"....to which he replied, "unless they, overnight, turn into the 2005 team (and that WILL NOT happen) he is gone". He would not elaborate, but he was ADAMANT. He said he has no idea where a coaching search would go, but said he would let me know if he heard anything......For the record, this guy is NOT a football guy. He watches the games, but he is a casual fan I would say.

TFloss32

11-03-2012, 11:00 AM

More from the same guy...

I hear quite a few interesting bits of information from one guy in particular...much of the time it comes with a, "please don't talk about this one" and I don't. Like I said, he is way out in front of anything tied to "big picture" stuff (facilities, money, etc).

I will say this (and know I am being vague)...there is a VERY interesting conversation happening right now about facilities. A couple of teasers:

1. It is not something any of us would predict
2. It affects coach Barnes
3. It is indirectly tied to the teaching hospital (if the teaching hospital does not pass, this "thing" is fast tracked).
4. It will help a great deal with recruiting.

Once this moves out of "super-secret" phase, I will gladly elaborate.

Ballin42

11-03-2012, 11:12 AM

Texas is going to have to do something with their uniforms to keep up with the rest if the country...

bluetrumpet

11-03-2012, 11:29 AM

Uniforms? I'm not trying to be rude but Texas needs to fix their freakin football problems before that.

leemajors

11-03-2012, 11:52 AM

DMX7

11-03-2012, 12:03 PM

Texas is going to have to do something with their uniforms to keep up with the rest if the country...

Alabama's alternate nike gimmick uniforms have done wonders for them.

TheMex

11-03-2012, 12:12 PM

I would love some black uniforms. All black with burnt orange numbers and letters.

TFloss32

11-03-2012, 12:13 PM

Based on Caleb Benenoch's tweets it sounds like A&M is no longer an option for him. I don't know if an offer was pulled or what.

They parted ways a while back but I don't know the exact reason.

Benenoch is my third choice behind Harrison and Billings.

Bloeddyr10

11-03-2012, 01:31 PM

Potentiel 5-star runningback Nathan Starks of Bishop Gorman (Nev.) has Texas tied on top of his list. Don't know who Texas is tied with.

billfromlaketravis

11-04-2012, 10:43 AM

Potentiel 5-star runningback Nathan Starks of Bishop Gorman (Nev.) has Texas tied on top of his list. Don't know who Texas is tied with.

Oklahoma is believed to be the leader for Starks.

billfromlaketravis

11-04-2012, 10:44 AM

They parted ways a while back but I don't know the exact reason.

Benenoch is my third choice behind Harrison and Billings.

Agreed. Benenoch should be recruited as a back up for Harrison. Not the other way around

Kermit

11-04-2012, 04:21 PM

I would love some black uniforms. All black with burnt orange numbers and letters.

The fuck? That's fucking retarded. Post less.

TheMex

11-04-2012, 11:10 PM

The fuck? That's fucking retarded. Post less.
Hhhmmm suuuuure.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 10:44 AM

More from JUCO OT Desmond Harrison of Contra Costa CC in San Pablo, CA (OrangeBloods). A reminder that he will be making his official visit to UT for banquet weekend on December 7th:

"I started talking to Texas a little back in the spring. When I first found out I had got the UT offer, I was excited being that I grew up there," said Harrison, who sent some years of his youth in the Houston area. "Texas is a big state, it's a big university and that was a big offer."

"They just tell me I can come in and pay and help the team," Harrison said. "I grew up watching UT. It's a good academic school with big-time football. They have a history of running the ball and I like to pound the ball. They do throw the ball too and I just like their overall history."

"I feel like I'm a good run blocker and good pass blocker. I did a lot of work in the spring with our new o-line coach," Harrison said. "I feel like I'm pretty much balanced now. I'm just working to tighten things up and want to continue to get stronger."

"He (Bo Davis) was just telling me I need to get down to Texas, come help them play," Harrison said. "I'm looking forward to taking my visits."

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 10:51 AM

JUCO WR Quantavius Leslie of Hinds CC in Raymond, MS is another guy who could make his way to Austin for banquet weekend. Bo Davis attended one of his games recently and despite considering himself solid to LSU at the moment, he still wants to take visits before making his final decision and has mentioned hitting up UT in December.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Quantavius-Leslie-136854;_ylt=AmlrkTJi1UlnuwUErl3Z8vFIPZB4

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 10:53 AM

Per 24/7, 2014 CB/S Tony Brown will be visiting Alabama this weekend for the A&M game. He will be tagging along with his sister, Bealoved, on her official visit for track.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 10:56 AM

DT A'Shawn Robinson will be on his official visit to Alabama this weekend. He's also mentioning an official visit to USC on December 7th (UT's banquet weekend). Here are some quotes from him (24/7):

“I’m going to Alabama this weekend,” Robinson explained. “I want to see the campus more. I just want to get out there and see the school. I’ll get out there and see how much I’m interested in them.”

“I’ll be going out there (USC) in December,” Robinson said. “I’ll go December 7th through the 9th. When I first started watching football, they were the first team I watched. They were the first team I saw play. I think I was in first grade and I just started learning about football.”

“I plan to get down to Texas some time,” Robinson told Hookem.com. “I just don’t know when it will be. The last time I went was for the West Virginia game. But I do plan to get back.” “It’s just those three,” he said. “Texas, Alabama and USC are the only ones I’m considering now.”

“I’m still committed (to Texas),” said Robinson.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 10:58 AM

2014 LB Cameron Hampton of Dallas Carter has been offered by Alabama.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Cameron-Hampton-137690

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:01 AM

Latest with WR Robbie Rhodes (24/7):

“I’m still 100-percent,” Rhodes said of his commitment to the Baylor Bears.

“Right now I haven’t really been talking to anyone lately,” explained Rhodes. “Coach (Art) Briles is about the only one.”

“There are a couple of others besides Texas,” Rhodes told Hookem.com. “Texas A&M. They sent me a message on Facebook. It was from Coach (Brian) Polian and he was talking to me about them. TCU also calls me some.”

“I’m not sure yet,” Rhodes said when asked if he’ll take other visits. “I don’t have my official visit to Baylor setup either.” “They just need to find a spark,” Rhodes said.

“They’re just so used to having Robert Griffin III. Now that he and Kendall Wright are gone, they just have to find a way. The defense needs to find a way too and bond together so they can make those stops and good plays.”

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:03 AM

Current BCS standings. Texas at #17:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:04 AM

Updated bowl projections. Texas facing A&M in the Cotton Bowl:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections?season=2012&week=10

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:05 AM

Potentiel 5-star runningback Nathan Starks of Bishop Gorman (Nev.) has Texas tied on top of his list. Don't know who Texas is tied with.

He also likes Oklahoma and USC. I'd put Texas behind those two.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:07 AM

Rivals releasing their first five-star prospects for the 2014 class:

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1431640

Bloeddyr10

11-05-2012, 11:48 AM

He also likes Oklahoma and USC. I'd put Texas behind those two.

Okay, I just posted what was on Rivals a few days back.

Bloeddyr10

11-05-2012, 11:50 AM

I was looking at the top '14 OOS defensive line prospects, and according to Rivals, Andrew Williams of Eagles Landing (GA.) has a Texas offer.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Andrew-Williams-141809

SIAP.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 11:57 AM

One of OU's 2012 signees, JUCO WR Courtney Gardner, has decided to go pro before ever stepping foot in Norman. He never enrolled at OU after signing his Letter of Intent earlier this year because he could not qualify academically. I imagine that's still the case since he's decided to enter the draft.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/player-Courtney-Gardner-130954

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 12:04 PM

Update on OL/DL Andrew Billings (24/7):

“I saw them (Baylor) play Kansas this past weekend,” Billings said of Baylor. “It was just an unofficial visit and I went to check out everything again.”

“I’m planning on getting down to Texas soon,” Billings told Hookem.com. “In the next home game or two. I’m not exactly sure which one yet, but it will be soon so I can check them out again, see how they do and everything else.”

“I’m just trying to set up a few more visits to those places,” he explained. “I want to check them all out again and go from there. I don’t have a timeline set or anything like that. I don’t know when I’ll decide.”

ThePop

11-05-2012, 12:33 PM

Updated bowl projections. Texas facing A&M in the Cotton Bowl:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections?season=2012&week=10

That could be fun. I think Alamo Bowl is more likely because OU could possibly lose another game (@WV, @TCU).

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 12:37 PM

That could be fun. I think Alamo Bowl is more likely because OU could possibly lose another game (@WV, @TCU).

I agree. OU needs to win out for Texas to have a shot at the Cotton and these next two games for UT are in no way automatic wins.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 12:38 PM

Kentucky fires head coach Joker Phillips. Early rumors say Bobby Petrino will not be considered.

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8592978/joker-phillips-coach-kentucky-wildcats-season

TheMex

11-05-2012, 02:10 PM

I agree. OU needs to win out for Texas to have a shot at the Cotton and these next two games for UT are in no way automatic wins. Call me crazy but I still think Texas can go to a BCS bowl winning out and OU losing one game.

TFloss32

11-05-2012, 02:59 PM

For those that haven't seen this video on ESPN yet, this could be the longest return in football history. Check out this video from Mission Sharyland HS:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwYTBCuA4Ts&feature=share

ThePop

11-05-2012, 03:21 PM

Call me crazy but I still think Texas can go to a BCS bowl winning out and OU losing one game.

I suppose we could go to a bcs bowl if that happened, but that is a big if. I do think OU will lose another game since their last four games aren't necessarily easy against BU, WV, TCU, and OSU. The hard part is us beating KSU, which can only happen if we improve upon our performance vs Tech and not go backwards. Even then it will be tough.
Oh and we can't overlook ISU and TCU.

TheMex

11-05-2012, 05:37 PM

I suppose we could go to a bcs bowl if that happened, but that is a big if. I do think OU will lose another game since their last four games aren't necessarily easy against BU, WV, TCU, and OSU. The hard part is us beating KSU, which can only happen if we improve upon our performance vs Tech and not go backwards. Even then it will be tough.
Oh and we can't overlook ISU and TCU.
True. And you know what else??

Kansas St losses one game (Colin Klein might miss @TCU) and OU losses one game and Texas beats Iowa St and TCU and suddenly you have a Big XII Championship game in Manhattan between Texas and K State. I know it's a longshot but the season is still no over and there's a lot to look forward to.

TFloss32

11-06-2012, 12:26 PM

2014 Leonard Fournette of New Orleans, LA a five-star on Rivals:

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1431980

TFloss32

11-06-2012, 12:28 PM

Per 24/7, LB Kendall Thompson has been diagnosed with a mild concussion

TFloss32

11-06-2012, 06:08 PM

Highlights from the Tech game:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XnBRef0RuI

Bloeddyr10

11-07-2012, 08:30 AM

Sad news today.

University of Texas confirms ex-football coach Darrell Royal has died in Austin at age 88.

R.I.P coach!

Thoughts and prayers with his family.

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 09:34 AM

Latest with 2014 OL Demetrius Knox (24/7):

“My leader now is a surprise,” Knox said while laughing. “I’m a football player, so it’s my job to dominate and entertain the people. Everyone will see soon. Right now I’m just looking at new teams now to see what everyone has to offer."

“I’m still interested in them (Texas) big time,” Knox said of Texas. "My best friend (Daniel Gresham) is committed there so they have a huge pull on me. Every day I hear UT this and UT that. I just feel like I have to sit back and give other schools a chance too.”

“I talk to Texas a couple of days every week,” Knox told Hookem.com. “I talk with Coach (Mack) Brown and Coach (Stacy) Searels.”
“Not at all,” said Knox. “We still want to play together. I wish he had more offers to choose from but its Texas and Ole Miss. He chose Texas because he really likes them, so that’s where he’ll be going. But at the end of the day, you have to do what is best for you.”

“Ole Miss and Notre Dame are the two most recent offers,” Knox said. “They are real good schools and I’ve had a chance to visit with their coaching staffs.”

“Notre Dame is a really cool school. I went to the Oklahoma game when they played them. Their offensive line coach is very nice and I talk with Coach (Brian) Kelly daily it seems like. He’s a good man. I feel like he actually cares about his players,” Knox explained.

“I'll see Ohio State and Michigan on November 24th and TCU on December 1st,” Knox said. “I’ll also be taking visits to Notre Dame, Texas, USC, Oregon, UCLA, Florida State and Alabama.”

“I’ve been talking to my coach and family about it all,” explained Knox. “We feel its best that I commit after the season. I plan to make it before the end of my junior year.”

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 12:06 PM

President LBJ calls Coach Royal after Texas defeats Navy in the 1964 Cotton Bowl:

http://www.kvue.com/home/1964-phone-conversation-between-Coach-Royal-and-LBJ-177649661.html

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 12:10 PM

Good write-up from ESPN on Coach Royal:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8602432/darrell-k-royal-won-three-national-titles-texas-coach-dies-88-college-football

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 12:15 PM

Quick update on JUCO WR Quantavius Leslie of Hinds CC in Raymond, MS (OrangeBloods):

"He (Bo Davis) came to our last game on a Thursday," Leslie said. "We ended up winning by 10 so that was good."

"I talk to coach Davis. They're trying to get me up there for a visit at some point. I think I'm going to come visit in December," Leslie said. "They wanted me to come visit on Thanksgiving, but I'm not going to be able to do that so it will be in December."

"I really don't know much about Texas yet," Leslie said. "I know they have good tradition in their program and they win a lot."

"I' not sure on that one yet (visiting Texas A&M)," Leslie said.

"I think my strengths are my speed and my height. I'm 6-4 and can run a 4.36," Leslie said. "I can outrun defenders, can go up and get the ball. I can still improve on my route running."

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 12:19 PM

2014 LB Raekwon McMillan of Hinesville, GA is another five-star according to Rivals:

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1432443

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 12:24 PM

Champions Bowl between the Big XII and SEC to be held in New Orleans starting in the 2014-15 season:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8601209/new-orleans-chosen-site-champions-bowl-game

TFloss32

11-07-2012, 02:43 PM

Mack tweeted earlier today that the team will line up in the wishbone on the first play of the game against Iowa State. They'll also wear a DKR decal to honor Coach Royal.

TFloss32

11-08-2012, 01:08 PM

DE/DT Robert Nkemdiche has de-committed from Clemson. We'll see if he commits to Ole Miss this weekend or plays the game.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/8606729/top-prospect-robert-nkemdiche-decommits-clemson-tigers-says-coach

TFloss32

11-08-2012, 01:15 PM

CB/S Tony Brown the first Texan of the 2014 class to receive five stars from Rivals:

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1432913

TFloss32

11-08-2012, 03:13 PM

USC in the spotlight again:

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/usc-footballs-student-manager-fired-intentionally-deflating-game-150806164--ncaaf.html

TFloss32

11-08-2012, 06:13 PM

Auburn preparing to fire Gene Chizik:

http://aol.sportingnews.com/ncaa-football/story/2012-11-08/gene-chizik-fired-auburn-coaching-change-possible-jay-gogue

TFloss32

11-09-2012, 12:01 PM

Texas' helmets for Saturday:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A7RLfanCMAAd6-h.jpg

TFloss32

11-09-2012, 02:18 PM

Rumor from the 24/7 board that Texas A&M back-up QB Jameill Showers will be transferring. Baylor is though to be his destination.

Vito Corleone

11-09-2012, 02:33 PM

Where do we sit in recruiting with Tony Brown?

TFloss32

11-09-2012, 03:49 PM

Houston player has a very unique injury and escapes death:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8608264/houston-dj-hayden-critical-tearing-large-vein-practice

TFloss32

11-09-2012, 03:55 PM

Where do we sit in recruiting with Tony Brown?

I would put Texas behind LSU at this point and there's no telling what will happen (good or bad) if UT has major turnover on the staff by the time he graduates. It's a weird connection, but his godmother was raised by LSU's defensive line coach, Brick Haley. LSU was also the first program to offer him. Where his track star sister, Bealoved, attends school could also make a difference. She's supposed to be taking an official visit to Texas soon and she's also looking at Alabama, A&M, LSU and Texas Tech. Both kids will be in Tuscaloosa this weekend.

Sisk

11-09-2012, 05:32 PM

Rumor from the 24/7 board that Texas A&M back-up QB Jameill Showers will be transferring. Baylor is though to be his destination.

Would not surprise me one bit. With Johnny playing as he is and the talent we have and will be getting at the position there just isn't room. He's got a rocket arm and could start at a lot of schools.

TFloss32

11-09-2012, 09:00 PM

Change of plans for the sister of 2014 CB/S Tony Brown. She will be in Austin this weekend on an official. No word yet on Brown as he may still go to Tuscaloosa.

benefactor

11-10-2012, 03:58 PM

8-2

All things considered, it's feels pretty good.

LakerHater

11-10-2012, 05:40 PM

Sad news today.University of Texas confirms ex-football coach Darrell Royal has died in Austin at age 88.R.I.P coach!Thoughts and prayers with his family.http://uppix.net/9/1/0/f95e32edecde6424384f7904f7bbe.jpg

rkell87

11-11-2012, 02:24 AM

A&M winning today really raises their profile, any head to head recruiting battles this year will be tough from here out unless we somehow meet them in the cotton bowl and take them down.

Kermit

11-11-2012, 04:08 AM

A&M winning today really raises their profile, any head to head recruiting battles this year will be tough from here out unless we somehow meet them in the cotton bowl and take them down.
Good. Texas has become too fucking complacent. They need a swift kick in the ass. A resurgent Aggy should do that.

The Reckoning

11-11-2012, 04:09 AM

Muschamp has their number, tbh.

TFloss32

11-11-2012, 11:01 PM

Not sure who the original source is, but DT A'Shawn Robinson didn't make an official visit to Alabama this weekend as originally planned. He went to the TCU/K-State game in Fort Worth last night.

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:26 AM

Nice tribute to DKR from the Longhorn Network:

http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2012/11/7/3615000/the-longhorn-networks-tribute-to-darrell-k-royal

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:27 AM

For those of you who did not get a chance to see the first play out of the wishbone on Saturday, here it is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2a09bUWzzU

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:32 AM

Tennessee coach Derek Dooley has been fired according to a few reports:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2a09bUWzzU

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:35 AM

Updated BCS standings. K-State takes over #1 as expected, Texas moves to #15:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:37 AM

Updated bowl projections. Texas still slotted for the Cotton but now it's against Alabama or LSU:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections?season=2012&week=11

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:40 AM

Texas trying to get some momentum back with DE Daeshon Hall, per 24/7:

“I’m still 100-percent to Washington, but I’m fixing to take some visits. I’m going to visit OSU, Texas A&M and LSU. I’m also going to West Virginia on December 1st,” Hall said.

"I heard from Texas a few weeks ago," he said. "My coaches still keep in contact with Coach (Bruce) Chambers and then they update me. They were just inquiring about me."

“Coach Chambers wants me to come to a game,” explained Hall. “When I have time I’m going to go check them out, but I’m focused on the playoffs right now.”

“Texas is a school I’m still interested in,” Hall told Hookem.com. “Definitely.”

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:45 AM

With S Marcell Harris likely to choose Florida on Friday, Texas is looking for different options at safety. Here's an update on S Deric Robertson of Killeen who attended the West Virginia game in early October (24/7):

“I went to the West Virginia game with Darius James,” Robertson said. “He's one of my best friends. We've been friends since the 6th grade, and if he invites me a Texas game I'm going to go.”

“Coach Diaz told me to get a video together and send it to him so he could watch it,” Robertson said. “I did, and he said he really liked it. He said he wanted to stay in touch with me, but we haven't talked about an offer or anything.”

“I'm solid with Oklahoma State right now,” Robertson said. “They were my first offer and I took it. Baylor offered me 30 minutes after I committed, and I kind of told them thanks, but no thanks."

“If I got an offer from Texas, it would be something I'd really have to think about,” Robertson added. “I'll keep listening to what they have to say, but for right now I'm going to stick with Oklahoma State.”

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Deric-Robertson-127642

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ux90IjYKEg

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:48 AM

OL Caleb Benenoch says he will "most likely" be taking a visit to Baylor this weekend and it could be an official.

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 10:51 AM

The latest with 2014 ATH Nick Harvey of Lancaster (24/7):

“I see they’ve bounced back pretty well and I think they’ll get more wins in the future,” said Harvey. “I really think they’ll be alright.”

“I talk to Texas almost every week,” Harvey told Hookem.com. “I talk to Mack Brown on Facebook and I talk to Coach (Bruce) Chambers every week too. We all have a good relationship. They call and talk to my head coach and they speak to me, so it’s all good.”

“I’m kind of open to everybody,” he said. “Texas A&M, LSU, Texas, Baylor, Houston and Virginia are the ones recruiting me the hardest though.”

“I want to make a decision going into my senior year, before the season starts,” he said. “When I decide it will come down to how the team takes me in first off. Also the relationship with the coaches will be a big factor and academics too.”

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 11:05 AM

High school playoffs start this Thursday. Here's a link to all of the brackets:

http://www.texasfootball.com/playoff-clinchers-week-10/

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 12:14 PM

Updated bowl projections. Texas still slotted for the Cotton but now it's against Alabama or LSU:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/bowls/projections?season=2012&week=11

It's definitely a longshot and I don't see how it would work, but there's a rumor on the 24/7 board that the Fiesta Bowl's ideal match-up would be A&M/Texas assuming both teams can win out and SEC champion does not make the BCS title. But even if that were to happen, K-State likely gets the Fiesta should UT somehow upset them.

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 12:37 PM

Rivals has released their 250 Watch List for the 2014 class. Catalon, Heard, Joe and Roberson are all four-stars. Gresham did not make the list:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-3202/2014

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 03:40 PM

OrangeBloods reporting that OL/DL Andrew Billings was another prospect in Fort Worth on Saturday for TCU/K-State. He's scheduled to be in Austin on Thanksgiving for Texas/TCU.

TFloss32

11-12-2012, 05:26 PM

Funny video. Dude in a "Johnny Football" shirt throwing racial slurs at the NOLA airport:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=G9tIcy9EKLw

TFloss32

11-13-2012, 09:32 AM

With it being an off week for UT, the coaches are on the road recruiting. The first stop worth mentioning is Major Applewhite being in La Porte yesterday to see 2014 DE/LB Hoza Scott. According to the report from OrangeBloods, he is leaning towards attending Texas/TCU on Thanksgiving night.

TFloss32

11-13-2012, 09:35 AM

Mike Leach potentially caught up in another abuse scandal at Washington State:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8623286/pac-12-investigate-allegations-washington-state-cougars-coach-mike-leach

TFloss32

11-13-2012, 09:49 AM

Coaching rumors are crazy right now so I figured it's worth mentioning one that could affect Texas in the next month or so. The rumor goes that if Chip Kelly leaves Oregon for the NFL, the top two candidates for that job are Mark Helfrich (Oregon's offensive coordinator) and Chris Petersen (Boise State's head coach). Petersen coached WRs at Oregon from 1995 to 2000 so it is different from all of the opportunities he's turned down in the past. That leads most to believe that Bryan Harsin would be on the short list if Boise State opens up. Major Applewhite could also be a candidate for many offensive coordinator jobs.

TFloss32

11-13-2012, 03:32 PM

Picture from DKR's memorial today:

http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n15/bevoxii/2012-11-13132632copy.jpg

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 09:53 AM

S Marcell Harris has decided to push his decision date back. No word on the new timeframe but I think he wants to announce on ESPN.

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 03:20 PM

Update on 2014 DE Derick Roberson of San Antonio Brennan (24/7):

“As of right now, yes, I'm committed to Texas,” Roberson said. “It looks good down there right now. There's nothing right now that I can see changing my mind, but things could change at some point.”

“It seems like it's starting to get there for them,” Roberson said. “But sometimes it seems like they shouldn't be giving up that many points.”

“I feel like I could come in and prove something,” Roberson said. “But sometimes I watch the defense and I'm like, 'C'mon Texas.'”

“There's a few other schools that have contacted me, but my dad wants me to focus on football right now,” Roberson said. “He's been handling all of that.”
“I feel like I can get bigger,” Roberson said. “I feel like I can get faster too while gaining weight. I think I can still get it done being bigger.”

“I feel like I'm faster, I'm stronger and my moves are better,” Roberson said. “I'm way better at reading linemen and what they might be doing before the snap. Knowing whether it's a run or pass by looking at the linemen and knowing how to attack is where I've gained the most.”

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 03:23 PM

OL Darius James was honored as an Under Armour All-America recently (24/7):

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Assets/665/720/7_720665.jpg

“I never would have thought I'd be in the place I'm in right now,” James said. “I just kept playing football, and eventually it came to me.”

“Growing up as a little kid playing football, you never thought you'd be selected for something like this,” James said. “It's honor to be picked with the best in the country and that someone thinks you're good.”

“We're going to be able to run with the big line we're going to have,” James said. “I can't wait to get there (Austin).”

“Everything's starting to click,” James said. “We (Texas) just need a couple of more pieces from our class and we'll be fine.”

“I want to show that I'm back,” James said. “Some people might say that since the injury I'm not the same. I just want show everyone I'm still here.”

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 03:29 PM

Quotes from 2014 WR Lorenzo Joe who has played QB for Abilene Cooper this year (OrangeBloods):

"That's a great honor. I didn't even know that," Joe said when asked his thoughts on making the list. "To think that I'm one of top 250 players in the nation, that's crazy. There are a lot of great athletes in the nation that play this game. To be part of top 250, that's incredible."

"It was a good regular season for us. The two games we lost were close games that we should have won, we just had some mistakes," Joe said. "Every time after those games, we worked hard in practice and got better. Now we're getting ready for a long playoff run."

"Overall, I feel like I did pretty well. I couldn't have done it without the guys up front holding the blocks, the receivers catching the ball. They did a great job all season of blocking and catching the ball. they make my job look good."

"It's still kind of hard to believe that I'm one of the commitments for The University of Texas and one of the first ones in my class," Joe said. "It's just such a great honor. I've been talking to their coaches, they told me to keep doing my thing, keep working hard, getting better. They say they're proud I'm part of their team."

"I get a lot of letters but I haven't had any real conversations," Thomas said of talks with college coaches.

"I do talk to some of the players that aren't committed like Solmon Thomas and Jamal Adams," Joe said. "I ask them what's going on, tell them good luck in the playoffs and sometimes talk about Texas."

"I just have to keep my hands ready at all times, keep working," Joe said. "I have to go out there and catch some balls. Sometimes after practice, the receivers go do some drills and I jump in there and work with them. I just have to keep hands fresh and keep working. It kind of comes back to me quickly so I'm not too rusty."

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 08:22 PM

WR Thomas Johnson of Texas A&M has been missing for over 48 hours.

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/texas-m-player-missing-sumlin-us-obviously-very-003646850--ncaaf.html

rjv

11-14-2012, 08:27 PM

WR Thomas Johnson of Texas A&M has been missing for over 48 hours.

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/texas-m-player-missing-sumlin-us-obviously-very-003646850--ncaaf.html

wow. sounds ominous. hope he turns up safe and sound but definitely reason to be concerned

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 08:49 PM

wow. sounds ominous. hope he turns up safe and sound but definitely reason to be concerned

Saw some tweets from former Dallas Skyline players alluding to him being ok, but you'd think Johnson would have shown face by now if that was indeed the case. Can only hope for the best at this pont.

TFloss32

11-14-2012, 08:51 PM

S Kameron Miles has committed to Texas A&M after de-committing from Tennessee. He's #30 for the Ags.

TheMex

11-15-2012, 12:19 AM

S Kameron Miles has committed to Texas A&M after de-committing from Tennessee. He's #30 for the Ags.
30?? How many Jucos??

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 09:17 AM

WR Thomas Johnson has been found safe in Dallas.

rjv

11-15-2012, 09:36 AM

heard he was found as well. not sure what he was up to but at least he is safe.

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 09:39 AM

30?? How many Jucos??

Only two of the 30 are JUCOs. I'm sure they will make it work with early enrollees and some won't qualify.

the chronic

11-15-2012, 10:31 AM

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 01:01 PM

Have to love college football rivalries. Picture from UCLA:

http://guestofaguest.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/29d646862e3a11e2864822000a9f09cf_71.jpg

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 03:04 PM

Update on JUCO TE Geoff Swaim who will enroll at UT for the spring semester (OrangeBloods):

"I've caught the ball more than I did last season. I'm catching the ball more in space, so that's nice. Last year I just caught it in the flat. This year I'm getting downfield more," Swaim said.

"Last year they were throwing me screens, things like that. Last year, my numbers weren't great receiving wise because I was the checkdown guy, dump it in the flats and try to get three or four yards," Swaim said. "I've had some gains this year, 20 or 30 yards, where I've shown I can get downfield and can break a tackle."

"I'm not a selfish player, not a guy who's out there 'throw me the bal, throw me the ball.' But I can catch the ball, I can run," Swaim said. "It's not really worrisome to me as far as catching passes or not catching. If the need arises though, I can catch it."

"Last year was real beneficial to me because I came in this year and I have experience playing against guys who will be playing at the next level. The guy I played against (last week) went to Florida for a while then had to come to JUCO because of grades. That helps playing against competition of guys who have been on the next level. That's the only thing that prepares you," Swaim said.

"They said they'd like to use me, when they want to run the ball, they'll put me at tight end. They've also talked about moving me around, playing some h-back, playing on the wing. I'll shift a lot, motion a lot, they want me to do that. They want to use me and move me around in the backfield a little and then set the edge in the passing game."

"It's kind of cool watching the games. I'm not just watching as a fan, I'm kind of scouting and seeing how I fit in, watching the guys I'm going to be playing with," Swaim said. "As far as other schools, before I committed to Texas, I had teams coming out to the school and I was talking to other teams. Once I committed to Texas, my OC and myself agreed that we weren't going to try to play anyone. There have been scouts come out to a lot of our games, but there's been no wavering. I'm not trying to talk to other schools. I'm set. This is the offense I want to play in."

the chronic

11-15-2012, 05:36 PM

WR Thomas Johnson has been found safe in Dallas.

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/raisuli1/thomasiphone.jpg

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http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/raisuli1/thomasiphone6.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/raisuli1/thomasiphone7.jpg

ThePop

11-15-2012, 07:02 PM

I was laughing hard when I first saw that.

Demetrius Knox will announce his commitment on November 26. I haven't been following his recent recruitment but I guess it's gonna be UT.

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 08:23 PM

I was laughing hard when I first saw that.

Demetrius Knox will announce his commitment on November 26. I haven't been following his recent recruitment but I guess it's gonna be UT.

He comes across as a guy that likes to troll in order to build excitement and throw people off much like Benenoch does. He had a quote last week which referenced a new leader in his recruitment and his pick will be a surprise. I'm a bit torn but I'll still go with Texas considering his best friend (Gresham) is already committed, he called to commit to UT during fall camp and he hasn't visited schools like Notre Dame and Ohio State yet. Rarely do kids commit without visiting a school first (Knox has been to UT several times) but it does happen every now and then.

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 08:50 PM

Update on JUCO OL Desmond Harrison with quotes from his coach. Texas is emerging as the leader (24/7):

“He has a handful of visits coming up,” explained Contra Costa head football coach Alonzo Carter. “He’s got Oklahoma on the 23rd of this month, followed by a visit to Arizona State on the 30th. Then on December 7th, he’s still heading down to Austin to take an official visit to the University of Texas. He’ll have another the following week, but he’s a little torn on where he will go. He was recently offered by Houston, which is his hometown as well, and he doesn’t know if he wants to go there, USC or Texas Tech for that last visit.”

“We both talk to Texas all the time,” Carter said. “We talk to Coach Bo (Davis) and Coach (Stacey) Searels, the offensive line coach, a lot. He also gets plenty of hand-written letters from Mack Brown. They’ve been doing a great job of keeping in touch with Desmond. That’s one of the many reasons he’s very excited to get down there and take his visit to Texas.”

“He wanted to make it in for a Texas game so bad,” said Carter. “Unfortunately for him and the coaches it just didn’t work out due to our season and him preparing for games here. He would have loved to come down there and see a game in person. He’s still going to their big banquet though and he will be there for that entire big weekend. Even though it isn’t a game he is still genuinely excited about just being there.”

“I believe Desmond will probably make a decision over the Christmas break,” Carter explained. “I expect him to make it while he’s at home visiting his mom. He should have his five official visits over with by then and I think he’ll sit down with her, discuss his options, and then go from there. You will probably see him announce that decision sometime in early January. I don’t see it dragging way out to February or anything like that.”

“If I were to predict an early leader then I think it would be Texas,” Carter told Hookem.com. “I’d say it would be Texas and probably Oklahoma going at it, just like they do on the football field.”

TFloss32

11-15-2012, 08:57 PM

A new name to remember for the next class is 2014 LB Otaro Alaka of Cypress Falls. Some quotes from him (24/7):

“I’ve been talking a lot with Texas lately,” explained Alaka. “Recruiting for me has really picked up though. Besides the Longhorns I’ve heard from Michigan State, Georgia Tech, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Boise State, TCU, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Baylor, Northwestern, LSU, Florida State and more.”

“We talk frequently,” said Alaka. “Most of the time Coach Giles and I talk on Facebook, but we talk a lot. I would say we have a very cool relationship with each other for sure. I’ve also spoken to and met Coach (Manny) Diaz at the spring game. I liked him a lot as well.”

“I’m very interested in them, even though they haven’t offered me yet” he told Hookem.com. “They haven’t said I’ll be getting one for sure, but they told me to send my junior highlights because they want to see them. I’m going to do that as soon as possible. I feel like I’ve been doing well this season and teams haven’t been running toward me this second half of the season, so hopefully that helps me out.”

“I went there earlier this year for the spring game,” Alaka said. “It was a very good visit. I got to see some of the facilities and meet the coaches. Texas has always been such a good program and has great academics, so it was good to check it all out.”

“I want to get it all (a commitment) out of the way,” Alaka explained. “What it all comes down to for me is how early I can get on the field and how good the school is in terms of academics.”

Sisk

11-16-2012, 12:15 AM

Chronic that was hilarious :lol

the chronic

11-16-2012, 10:30 AM

Chronic that was hilarious :lol

will be very interesting to see what the real story behind all that was - if you hear anything of substance on ag boards please post. hopefully the guy can pull it together and get over whatever issues are going on behind the scenes.

TFloss32

11-16-2012, 12:05 PM

will be very interesting to see what the real story behind all that was - if you hear anything of substance on ag boards please post. hopefully the guy can pull it together and get over whatever issues are going on behind the scenes.

Here are some more details:

http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/Texas-AM-Football-Player-With-Dallas-Ties-Found-179405521-179457051.html

-found at a friend's house in Dallas, tried to escape the cops
-cops arrested him basically to protect him from himself
-carried on about his religious views

24/7 hinted that he's had some episodes in the past but nothing as big as this (obviously). Hopefully he'll be well taken care of.

ThePop

11-16-2012, 12:25 PM

He's crazy.

Sisk

11-16-2012, 04:33 PM

Apparently he says that God talks to him and all sorts of stuff. I had heard something about anxiety - but if it's true about the God part this is obviously on a completely different level.

rjv

11-16-2012, 05:53 PM

the chronic

11-16-2012, 06:04 PM

just to make a quick note. typically, manifestations of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia can start more or less at the age of 18. it is quite possible this young man could be afflicted with some rather difficult to deal with psychological disorders. time will tell of course.

hope that's not the case. feel bad for posting joke about him if that is a possibility. usually when kids go missing it is due to hijinks or attitude problems but goes to show you can't make assumptions.

rkell87

11-16-2012, 08:26 PM

I'm glad he is safe and I hope he gets his life sorted out but with that said I'm glad he is not our problem. It may be harsh but I'm not ashamed to say it and I know I wasn't the only one to think it.

DesignatedT

11-16-2012, 08:45 PM

It's not really that big of a problem lol.

rkell87

11-16-2012, 08:52 PM

It's not really that big of a problem lol.

it's time and thought and energy put into this kid taking focus from the goal at hand from coaches and players.

and who knows how much he might have been a distraction up until this point and how much in the next 3 years.

DesignatedT

11-16-2012, 09:05 PM

lol no, but whatever makes you feel better.

TheMex

11-16-2012, 11:17 PM

lol no, but whatever makes you feel better.
Lol

rkell87

11-16-2012, 11:51 PM

lol no, but whatever makes you feel better.

laugh it off all you want, what ever makes you feel better man.

DMX7

11-17-2012, 01:10 AM

God talks to Mike Huckabee too.

stretch

11-17-2012, 01:12 PM

Bye week

Ugh effing botched snap against WVU, along with our faggot kickers

To think that if they win Thursday against TCU, that they would basically be having a conference championship game against K-State (that they would probably lose, but still, its better than playing for basically nothing, because even if they win, K-State and OU still probably make BCS bowls)

Regardless, its been really nice to see growth from the last two seasons. Hopefully they continue upwards with this young team. OU losing pubestache should slow their offense down a bit for next season. K-State will be losing Klein as well. Barring a plethora of injuries, there is no excuse not to win the Big-12 next season. Anything less will be a major disappointment, imo.

ThePop

11-17-2012, 02:36 PM

Regardless, its been really nice to see growth from the last two seasons. Hopefully they continue upwards with this young team. OU losing pubestache should slow their offense down a bit for next season. K-State will be losing Klein as well. Barring a plethora of injuries, there is no excuse not to win the Big-12 next season. Anything less will be a major disappointment, imo.

We should know by now that OU isn't gonna get worse just by losing their latest QB. It really doesn't even matter what OU does, it's all on Mack if we're going to stand a chance against them. This year I thought we were the better team on paper because OU is not that great this year, but we decided to not show up to the game.

Regardless, David Ash should be the #1 QB in the Big12 next season. Not just because other teams are losing their seniors but because he made such a huge jump from last year to this year and he should continue to improve. We should have one of the best offenses in the country next season :ihit

TFloss32

11-17-2012, 05:16 PM

RB Adam Taylor of Katy has committed to Nebraska:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/recruiting/player-Adam-Taylor-127994

TFloss32

11-17-2012, 05:19 PM

ThePop

11-17-2012, 06:01 PM

Another injury for Texas' 2013 class. RB Kyle Hicks hurt his knee in Arlington Martin's regular season finale last week but the severity of the injury wasn't known until recently. He's torn his ACL and this comes after breaking the same foot twice. He'll have a redshirt year to fully recover. This almost assures that Texas will target and offer an all-purpose RB if they kind find someone they like.

He should have redshirted anyways considering we have 4 RBs next season. But this 2013 injury curse is getting ridiculous, it's not just Texas commits either, others around the state are suffering from bad injuries.

TFloss32

11-17-2012, 06:51 PM

Tennessee receives a few more penalties from the Lane Kiffin era. Bad timing for USC and that was before losing to UCLA:

http://www.jacksonsun.com/usatoday/article/1709233&usatref=sportsmod?odyssey=mod%7Cnewswell%7Ctext%7C Sports%7Cp

stretch

11-17-2012, 08:56 PM

We should know by now that OU isn't gonna get worse just by losing their latest QB. It really doesn't even matter what OU does, it's all on Mack if we're going to stand a chance against them. This year I thought we were the better team on paper because OU is not that great this year, but we decided to not show up to the game.

Regardless, David Ash should be the #1 QB in the Big12 next season. Not just because other teams are losing their seniors but because he made such a huge jump from last year to this year and he should continue to improve. We should have one of the best offenses in the country next season :ihit

I'll say that Texas definitely has superior talent this year than OU. But the youth still shows, along with Mack being a moron nearly every time they play OU.

If their defense is at least decent, they should definitely be in a BCS bowl. I have two main concerns. Their linebacker crew is first. If their linebacking crew develops to their level of talent, the sky is the limit over the next 2 seasons. But that is looking like a pretty big IF. Hopefully Diaz hurries up and gets his crap together. Perhaps just an extra year of learning and maturity will help them play his scheme out better, because last year his defense looked fantastic with experienced vets like Robinson and Acho. This is definitely the biggest question mark going forward.

My only other concern is losing Vaccaro. Hopefully they have another safety that can step in and show some leadership, make sure people are in correct position, and give the team an emotional boost along with an enforcer in the secondary.

I'm pretty confident in their offense as a whole, and their defensive line should only improve with young studs like Malcolm Brown (DT) getting experience and the return of Jeffcoat as a senior.