2014 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread

[ColinB]

Terrible move by the staff. Can't get behind that decision at all.

[playblair]

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[benefactor]

@Rivals: Good cop, bad cop -- check out the plan Charlie Strong has for his staff at #Texas. http://t.co/JXmBSrOcae #Longhorns
Good read. Really liked the stuff about Wickline.

[TFloss32]

2015 RB Derrius Guice of Baton Rouge, LA is another prospect Chris Vaughn visited today, per 24/7.

As of right now, he is hoping to attend UT's Junior Day next month.

http://247sports.com/Player/Derrius-Guice-26648

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1227070/highlights/93046377?********=1

[TFloss32]

Any idea which coach is behind these offers? Who is the guy with connections and experience recruiting in that area? Koenning?

Les Koenning is responsible for 2016 QB Josh White of Marietta, GA who is supposed to visit for Junior Day.

The others seem to be a combination of Brian Jean-Mary, Chris Rumph and Chris Vaughn.

[pgardn]

Signing on 10 th graders is like buying a thoroughbred for racing as a foal. These 10 th graders are literally babies in the body of men. I don't get the approach and the inconsistency shown by the staff, but honest to a God it's nuts. I guess you have to be around 10th grade athletes to understand fully.

Show interest, follow the progress, but offers in utero... ?
Because they might be great... These kids change so much.

[Needs More Bourbon]

So Nick Harvey canceled a visit to Texas? Did anyone even know he had scheduled a visit?

[leemajors]

Signing on 10 th graders is like buying a thoroughbred for racing as a foal. These 10 th graders are literally babies in the body of men. I don't get the approach and the inconsistency shown by the staff, but honest to a God it's nuts. I guess you have to be around 10th grade athletes to understand fully.

Show interest, follow the progress, but offers in utero... ?
Because they might be great... These kids change so much.

made for a good Mr. Show sketch

[TFloss32]

So Nick Harvey canceled a visit to Texas? Did anyone even know he had scheduled a visit?

There's a rumor he'll be on campus this weekend, but he told OrangeBloods that's false.

He attended the spring game and didn't want anyone to know about it, so we'll see what happens.

[TFloss32]

Recruiting updates from 24/7...

-Les Koenning had an in-home visit with WR Emanuel Porter last night. He'll head to LSU for an official this weekend.

-Joe Wickline stopped by John Tyler to see 2016 DT Braylon Jones. He was at Gilmer yesterday to see 2015 CB Kris Boyd.

-Chris Vaughn will be in the Golden Triangle today to see names like 2015 S Deionte Thompson, 2015 S Johnny Shaw and 2016 RB Kameron Martin.

-Shawn Watson will be in Stephenville to visit 2015 QB Jarrett Stidham.

[lolwat]

I agree with u. He is gonna have to absolutely love everything about Texas to commit back. Pride alone will keep him from committing back otherwise.

*you

[Sisk]

There's a rumor he'll be on campus this weekend, but he told OrangeBloods that's false.

He attended the spring game and didn't want anyone to know about it, so we'll see what happens.

He told TexAgs he wasn't visiting too. Time will tell.

[TFloss32]

I think ESPN originally reported, but LB Otaro Alaka is thinking of an unofficial visit to UT this weekend.

He should be meeting with Sumlin right now.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7...

-Joe Wickline saw 2015 OL Keaton Sutherland of Flower Mound Marcus on Tuesday.

-Chris Vaughn visited with 2017 RB/LB Dylan Moses of Baton Rouge, LA yesterday. Moses says he plans on being at a Junior Day.

[TFloss32]

Two new names from 24/7...

-UT coaches were in Manor last week and will be again today to see WR Datrin Guyton. No word on an offer at this time as Guyton is recovering from a broken bone in his leg. This was his first season playing WR and he had over 1,000 yards receiving. Currently committed to Oregon State and potentially a great replacement for Gray and/or Porter.

http://247sports.com/Player/Datrin-Guyton-36518

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/837511/datrin-guyton

-the staff has invited 2015 OL Johnny Wilson of Midland Christian to Austin for a Junior Day and he says he will attend.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/871656/#johnny-wilson

[the chronic]

He told TexAgs he wasn't visiting too. Time will tell.


Been to a few camps and recruiting evens with my cousin who is in the 2014 class and Harvey is always recruiting the other top players for Ags pretty damn hard as I've seen firsthand. I know lots of speculation he is considering Texas but I just don't see a guy flipping considering how hard he is pushing other players unfortunately.

[TFloss32]

More from 24/7...

-Bruce Chambers was at Cedar Hill today to see 2015 WR DaMarkus Lodge.

-latest with LB Otaro Alaka...the school visits are done. Sumlin will have the first in-home visit this evening followed by Strong.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

*you

WTF?? Lol.. U must be a bitch? Are u questioning my intelligence based off of me shortening a word in a sports message board? Ur a dummy if u don't understand the abbreviation and ur a bitch if it actually bothers you. Smh Wack ass Grammer Police!

[TFloss32]

From 24/7...

-Bruce Chambers stopped by Dallas South Oak Cliff to see 2015 RB Jordan Stevenson.

-Joe Wickline was in Jacksonville, TX earlier to see 2015 QB Carter McCown (relative of Josh and Luke).

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/2162400/#highlights/118604443

[Kermit]

WTF?? Lol.. U must be a bitch? Are u questioning my intelligence based off of me shortening a word in a sports message board? Ur a dummy if u don't understand the abbreviation and ur a bitch if it actually bothers you. Smh Wack ass Grammer Police!

Well that escalated quickly.

[rjv]

Well that escalated quickly.

internet rage

[TFloss32]

Max Olson ‏@max_olson
Per their coaches, Texas commits Armanti and D'Onta Foreman looking to take an official visit to Missouri soon. That's surprising.

[the chronic]

Max Olson ‏@max_olson
Per their coaches, Texas commits Armanti and D'Onta Foreman looking to take an official visit to Missouri soon. That's surprising.

Inside Texas saying visit is this weekend.

Note Texas staff has already been by to visit them in-person.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

internet rage

No rage involved. I texted that with a slight smile of curiosity on my face. I really question is that person a bitch or not. If not a female, definitely a virgin. IJS..

[rjv]

No rage involved. I texted that with a slight smile of curiosity on my face. I really question is that person a bitch or not. If not a female, definitely a virgin. IJS..


it's all good. i tend to take most of this very lightly (outside the actual substance). besides, it's ST where pretty much everything goes.

[lolwat]

WTF?? Lol.. U must be a bitch? Are u questioning my intelligence based off of me shortening a word in a sports message board? Ur a dummy if u don't understand the abbreviation and ur a bitch if it actually bothers you. Smh Wack ass Grammer Police!

*you
*you're

Try not to look like a retard.

[Needs More Bourbon]

Max Olson ‏@max_olson
Per their coaches, Texas commits Armanti and D'Onta Foreman looking to take an official visit to Missouri soon. That's surprising.

Columbia, Mo., isn't a place you visit just because you can, like an L.A. or Austin. Still, I don't feel like a flip is a serious possibility in this case. It'd be like trading in your 2013 Lamborghini for a 2001 Civic.

[The Reckoning]

Columbia, Mo., isn't a place you visit just because you can, like an L.A. or Austin. Still, I don't feel like a flip is a serious possibility in this case. It'd be like trading in your 2013 Lamborghini for a 2001 Civic.


you have to realize most of these kids are brought up to believe they are the best and are ultimately disillusioned. they think that if they stay there for only two years, they can go straight to the draft. the actual university isn't important to them. it's the program and conference that is.

[ColinB]

Why are you trying to correct someone using shorthand? I don't understand.

Anyway, on topic. Losing Foreman would be a pretty big blow. Best receiver in our class. He is worth taking D'Onta.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

*you
*you're

Try not to look like a retard.

When or if u ever luck up and loose ur virginity, u'll look back on this and see how obvious it was that u were acting like a bitch. I'll wait, until then have a nice day. And I'll continue to text the way I do so u can police it. I know it brings relevance to your lonely pathetic masturbating filled ass life. Haha.. Oh yeah, I inserted a few extra Grammer errors for ur error correcting fetish pleasure. U can Thanx me later.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Why are you trying to correct someone using shorthand? I don't understand.

Anyway, on topic. Losing Foreman would be a pretty big blow. Best receiver in our class. He is worth taking D'Onta.

I definitely don't wanna loose the foreman twins. I will be so relieved if we keep all of our commits and they all finally sign and make it official.

[pgardn]

you have to realize most of these kids are brought up to believe they are the best and are ultimately disillusioned. they think that if they stay there for only two years, they can go straight to the draft. the actual university isn't important to them. it's the program and conference that is.

I don't see how coaches put up with teenagers and their occasionally screwball parents. With the lifespan of NFL players, and often nothing guaranteed, you would expect they might want to shoot for some sort of degree.

God would I hate to recruit these immature egos. Props to any adult that can put up these children.

[pgardn]

made for a good Mr. Show sketch

Recruiting now requires a class on how to read and evaluate talent from a sonogram.

[rjv]

When or if u ever luck up and loose ur virginity, u'll look back on this and see how obvious it was that u were acting like a bitch. I'll wait, until then have a nice day. And I'll continue to text the way I do so u can police it. I know it brings relevance to your lonely pathetic masturbating filled ass life. Haha.. Oh yeah, I inserted a few extra Grammer errors for ur error correcting fetish pleasure. U can Thanx me later.


this post is probably being copy and pasted into a grammar and spell check as of this moment. get ready for a pedantic smackdown!

[benefactor]

*you
*you're

Try not to look like a retard.
You're being a faggot.

Try harder not to look like one.

[Kermit]

Recruiting and Grammar Thread.

[playblair]

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temple recruit ?

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[Needs More Bourbon]

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2015 QB Geovari McCollister of Tyler. No 247, Rivals or Scout page and no Hudl highlights.

[shyne]

I don't think strong or his staff have slept the last week they have been all over.

[lolwat]

When or if u ever luck up and loose ur virginity, u'll look back on this and see how obvious it was that u were acting like a bitch. I'll wait, until then have a nice day. And I'll continue to text the way I do so u can police it. I know it brings relevance to your lonely pathetic masturbating filled ass life. Haha.. Oh yeah, I inserted a few extra Grammer errors for ur error correcting fetish pleasure. U can Thanx me later.

When you type like a moron expect to get treated like a moron.

And what's your obsession with my sex life, you flaming homo?


You're being a faggot.

Try harder not to look like one.

Coming from some pathetic fucking loser with over 20k posts on a message board? That really stings.

[benefactor]

Pathetic loser and post count smack? Man...just add the mom's basement insult and you will have the sick burn trifecta.

[Hook Em 88]

Stuartlodge: Coach Moorer's off-season training is in full swing and it sucks. Stories of vomiting, trembling and shaking are making the rounds. #HookEm

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Just because I know most of us aren't very familiar with the new coaches:

Q&A with Vance Bedford:
http://www.texassports.com/news/2014/1/20/FB_0120142140.aspx?path=football

Q&A with Les Koenning:
http://www.texassports.com/news/2014/1/23/FB_0123143935.aspx?path=football

Q&A with Brian Jean-Mary
http://www.texassports.com/news/2014/1/22/FB_0122143958.aspx?path=football

Q&A with Bruce Chambers
http://www.texassports.com/news/2014/1/21/FB_0121141042.aspx?path=football

[Sisk]

If anyone hears anything about Alaka after Strong's visit tonight an update would be appreciated. I'll post anything I hear regarding Sumlin's.

[pgardn]

If anyone hears anything about Alaka after Strong's visit tonight an update would be appreciated. I'll post anything I hear regarding Sumlin's.

Minor league compared to what you got.
You wish to strip us of every ounce of recruiting dignity.
Can we have one guy, please...

[Sisk]

Minor league compared to what you got.
You wish to strip us of every ounce of recruiting dignity.
Can we have one guy, please...

I'm not sure of the linebacker situation in Austin, but over in CS we could use a LOT of help on defense. Especially at that position...

[Whisky Dog]

I definitely don't wanna loose the foreman twins. I will be so relieved if we keep all of our commits and they all finally sign and make it official.

Lose.

[Spursfan092120]

When you type like a moron expect to get treated like a moron.

And what's your obsession with my sex life, you flaming homo?



Coming from some pathetic fucking loser with over 20k posts on a message board? That really stings.
Wow...you're worse than I used to be.....and that's saying something.

[Whisky Dog]

You're being a faggot.

Try harder not to look like one.

Funny, I saw it the opposite

[playblair]

5 * Fl DE CeCe Jefferson

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http://247sports.com/Player/CeCe-Jefferson-22522 (http://247sports.com/Player/CeCe-Jefferson-22522)

[ThePop]

Keep it up playblair :tu

[TFloss32]

24/7 saying WR Emanuel Porter has now set up an unofficial visit to UT after his in-home meeting with Les Koenning.

LSU is still the favorite heading into his official visit to Baton Rouge this weekend.

[ThePop]

If LSU is the favorite, why did he turn around and commit to TCU?

[Whisky Dog]

These kids are goofy

[ThePop]

If anyone hears anything about Alaka after Strong's visit tonight an update would be appreciated. I'll post anything I hear regarding Sumlin's.

Supposedly ya'll have contacted some other linebacker from Georgia. Think that means anything?

[TFloss32]

If LSU is the favorite, why did he turn around and commit to TCU?

Your guess is as good as mine. Maybe he decided to go back to TCU because Wyatt left, but still isn't 100% comfortable.

Everything I've read is saying LSU is the team to beat, but sounds like Texas is making moves.

[the chronic]

D Knox apparently isn't going to visit this weekend as expected (per his twitter)

[Sisk]

Supposedly ya'll have contacted some other linebacker from Georgia. Think that means anything?

It might mean we missed on Kenny Young. Some say he's a silent commit to LSU.

[rjv]

Supposedly ya'll have contacted some other linebacker from Georgia. Think that means anything?

It could also be related to the loss of Hoza Scott as well

[ThePop]

http://distilleryimage11.ak.instagram.com/2f24394e84b111e3801312b0fdec1263_8.jpg

[Vito Corleone]

LOL, I hope we can infer he really had a good visit with Charlie Strong.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

When you type like a moron expect to get treated like a moron.

And what's your obsession with my sex life, you flaming homo?



Coming from some pathetic fucking loser with over 20k posts on a message board? That really stings.

Youre probably one of those persons who calls Richard Sherman a "Thug" without knowing shit about him, but u base ur opinion on him from something that has inaccurate/little correlation to actually defining a thug. These inaccurate opinions usually come from ignorant judgemental silver spooned dorks. U speak on benefactor posting 20k on a sports message board but that's what the fuck it's for. At least his post are related to SPORTS instead of ur bitchassness correcting shorthand and abbreviations. Lol.. That's annoying, it's like a female in a room of men watching a football game and she(u) is in the corner telling us(men) not to curse, yell, and Talk shit. Bitch go bake some cookies, read a book and douche if it bothers u so much.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Lose.

That was for lolwat.. But I guess y'all are in the same business so I'll leave a few extra for u too. Guess y'all get off to the same wack shit.

[Blake]

http://distilleryimage11.ak.instagram.com/2f24394e84b111e3801312b0fdec1263_8.jpg

lol same day

This time of year is hilarious.

Coffee is for closers.

[Whisky Dog]

That was for lolwat.. But I guess y'all are in the same business so I'll leave a few extra for u too. Guess y'all get off to the same wack shit.

Not at all, but I'm more inclined to believe you're a little kid so I'll just leave you to throwing your tantrum and I'll focus on the recruiting posts in this thread.

[Blake]

That was for lolwat.. But I guess y'all are in the same business so I'll leave a few extra for u too. Guess y'all get off to the same wack shit.

^ whack

[Bill_Brasky]

Pointing out minor spelling errors is pretentious, imo....

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Not at all, but I'm more inclined to believe you're a little kid so I'll just leave you to throwing your tantrum and I'll focus on the recruiting posts in this thread.

Haha.. I was minding my business. Using this message board for wut it wiz made for, something dat u are confused about. U are the catalyst of this so called "tantrum" that's not a tantrum. I laugh as I type in response to ur comments. Its funny to believe that a man would actually give a fuck. Focus on the info, instead of trying to be the Grammer/spelling bee champion. wack azz. Smh

[ColinB]

Just ignore the posts, man. lolwat has been bitter at the world since he started posting on here. Just feel sorry for him and move on.

Alaka's pictures made me laugh. Good stuff.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Just ignore the posts, man. lolwat has been bitter at the world since he started posting on here. Just feel sorry for him and move on.

Alaka's pictures made me laugh. Good stuff.

You're right ColinB. I was starting to feel kind of funny about it anyway. Since I'm sure he masturbates to this shit.

[NFO]

@rivalsmike: People jumped all over me when I said Demetrius Knox could end up looking around. #Buckeyes, #Longhorns now in battle, not sure about #UCLA

CoachTomHerman: Flag FIRMLY planted in Fort Worth. No worries. Just smiles.#ProudBuckeye #Dream14 #NotOnMyWatch

https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/62025_10152147407352020_319948003_n.jpg

[TFloss32]

24/7 reporting WR Garrett Gray has decided to shut down his recruitment and stick with Texas.

Official visits to Cal and UCLA have been cancelled.

[TFloss32]

D Knox apparently isn't going to visit this weekend as expected (per his twitter)

He's like Harvey in that he'll say one thing and do another. We'll see.

[TFloss32]

Quote from a source close to WR Emanuel Porter after his in-home visit with Les Koenning (24/7):

"He (Porter) wasn't expecting that," the source said of Porter's reaction to Koenning's home visit on Tuesday night. "They kind of hit it off. Sometimes it just clicks and that's what happened. That (visit) kind of put him back to really thinking about Texas again."

[TFloss32]

New name to get famliar with is 2015 DT Joseph Broadnax of Dallas Adams.

Chambers went by his school yesterday, according to 24/7.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1524405/joseph-broadnax#

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, Joe Wickline had an in-home visit with OL Terrell Cuney last night.

Everything supposedly went great and Cuney is solid.

[TFloss32]

Johnny Walker ‏@jrwalker68
Coach Strong quote that is sign of change. "Good news school is closed even better news weight room is open." Texas Strong!!

[leemajors]

Johnny Walker ‏@jrwalker68
Coach Strong quote that is sign of change. "Good news school is closed even better news weight room is open." Texas Strong!!

:tu

[Blake]

Haha.. I was minding my business. Using this message board for wut it wiz made for, something dat u are confused about. U are the catalyst of this so called "tantrum" that's not a tantrum. I laugh as I type in response to ur comments. Its funny to believe that a man would actually give a fuck. Focus on the info, instead of trying to be the Grammer/spelling bee champion. wack azz. Smh

^ "ass"

[Sisk]

lol same day

This time of year is hilarious.

Coffee is for closers.

Yeah I hope they had to walk right by each other between visits. How awkward.

Interesting note, turns out Sumlin & staff were actually the second visit of the night. Strong went first.

[rjv]

Pointing out minor spelling errors is pretentious, imo....


you're only supposed to use three dots with an ellipsis when it indicates trailing off. you use four dots when the ellipsis is preceded by a complete sentence.

*i certainly hope i am forgiven for my intentional disregard for upper case usage.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, 2015 OL Patrick Vahe will NOT be attending Baylor's Junior Day this weekend.

[TFloss32]

DT Chris Nelson of Lakeland, FL has made it to Austin.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying RB D'Onta Foreman and WR Armanti Foreman will not be officially visiting Mizzou this weekend.

It's unclear at this time if the trip was cancelled because of weather or if they changed their minds.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, S John Bonney will be officially visiting Baylor this weekend.

[ThePop]

Per 24/7, S John Bonney will be officially visiting Baylor this weekend.

He gone.

[Whisky Dog]

It seems like Strong doesn't mind recruits taking visits, especially since there's been a coaching change since they committed. It will be interesting to see if he's the same in 2015 and beyond with kids that committed to him initially.

I still think Bonney lands at Texas. He just isn't sure yet what he wants.

[Bill_Brasky]

you're only supposed to use three dots with an ellipsis when it indicates trailing off. you use four dots when the ellipsis is preceded by a complete sentence.

*i certainly hope i am forgiven for my intentional disregard for upper case usage.

Hey, check it out. I'm on SpursTalk, learning shit.

[shyne]

It seems like Strong doesn't mind recruits taking visits, especially since there's been a coaching change since they committed. It will be interesting to see if he's the same in 2015 and beyond with kids that committed to him initially.

I still think Bonney lands at Texas. He just isn't sure yet what he wants.

I'm pretty sure he's gonna flip to Baylor that's where I figured he was gonna commit in the first place. He chose Texas cause of Akina but he's gone now.

[rjv]

Hey, check it out. I'm on SpursTalk, learning shit.

well we can't just be about hate, trolling and porn.

[Blake]

Best name in recruiting circles:

Chad Kauha'aha'a

Defensive Line Coach:*WisconsinHometown:*,Alma Mater:*Utah UtesSalary:*$205,000.00

[Needs More Bourbon]

247 shows that T.J. Harrell has a Texas offer. Has there been any talk of him visiting? I see him as a solid replacement if Bonney flips.

[TFloss32]

247 shows that T.J. Harrell has a Texas offer. Has there been any talk of him visiting? I see him as a solid replacement if Bonney flips.

A lot of talk, but that's it. Last I read it probably wouldn't work out for one reason or another. If Bonney flips, maybe we see some action there. I'd like to see S Jah'Shawn Johnson offered, though. Even if he is a bit shorter than the staff would like.

[TFloss32]

It seems like Strong doesn't mind recruits taking visits, especially since there's been a coaching change since they committed. It will be interesting to see if he's the same in 2015 and beyond with kids that committed to him initially.

I think Strong is cool with the 2014 kids making visits as long as they haven't told him they're solid with UT. Word is he was pretty upset with the Foremans because he made the school visit to Texas City, all was well and then this official visit to Mizzou popped up out of nowhere.

[TFloss32]

24/7 reporting Brian Jean-Mary was supposed to be in South Carolina today visiting DT Poona Ford, but ice storms have kept him grounded. It's unfortunate because they think he would've shut it down today. He still has officials to Purdue and Mizzou scheduled.

[Whisky Dog]

I'm pretty sure he's gonna flip to Baylor that's where I figured he was gonna commit in the first place. He chose Texas cause of Akina but he's gone now.

I know he liked Baylor too but also talked about Texas being his choice due to academics as well. Believe his father is a doctor or lawyer or some kind of profession that requires extensive academia. If academics are important on that level to his family then Baylor is definitely 3rd rate.

[Whisky Dog]

24/7 reporting Brian Jean-Mary was supposed to be in South Carolina today visiting DT Poona Ford, but ice storms have kept him grounded. It's unfortunate because they think he would've shut it down today. He still has officials to Purdue and Mizzou scheduled.

Where is it icy? I haven't seen any sort of precipitation activity in the state at all

[Blake]

Where is it icy? I haven't seen any sort of precipitation activity in the state at all

Don't know if serious

[Blake]

A lot of talk, but that's it. Last I read it probably wouldn't work out for one reason or another. If Bonney flips, maybe we see some action there. I'd like to see S Jah'Shawn Johnson offered, though. Even if he is a bit shorter than the staff would like.

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[playblair]

Per 24/7, S John Bonney will be officially visiting Baylor this weekend.


He gone.


I'm pretty sure he's gonna flip to Baylor that's where I figured he was gonna commit in the first place. He chose Texas cause of Akina but he's gone now.

http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/8900/o02r.png

[Spursfan092120]

Where is it icy? I haven't seen any sort of precipitation activity in the state at all
Seriously? Schools...businesses...counties...all kinds of shit are shut down today.

[The Reckoning]

yeah as much as we bitch about akina. it'll be a huge loss recruiting wise. he has brought in so many nfl caliber players.

[ThePop]

Yeah I hope they had to walk right by each other between visits. How awkward.

Interesting note, turns out Sumlin & staff were actually the second visit of the night. Strong went first.

Alaka said Texas A&M coaches arrived first, with Kevin Sumlin joined by linebackers coach Mark Hagen and special teams/tight ends coach Jeff Banks. Since Alaka has known these coaches for a year and just took his official visit to College Station last weekend, there wasn't much pressure.

“It went pretty good. There wasn’t really much to discuss," Alaka said. "We really just sat and chatted. [Sumlin] was really just saying the same stuff, nothing new in particular."

Charlie Strong arrived at the Alaka home shortly after the Aggies coaches left. He was joined by defensive coordinator Vance Bedford and linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary, and they spent much of the night getting to know Alaka's parents.

[shyne]

Multiple reports confirming Nick Harvey is in Austin meeting with Texas right now.

[DesignatedT]

Multiple reports confirming Nick Harvey is in Austin meeting with Texas right now.

He's definitely there. Will be interesting to see if he lied to the a&m coaching staff. Sumlin takes that shit pretty serious if he indeed did lie to them.

[shyne]

He's definitely there. Will be interesting to see if he lied to the a&m coaching staff. Sumlin takes that shit pretty serious if he indeed did lie to them.

I wonder if his middle name is Knox?

[Blake]

He's definitely there. Will be interesting to see if he lied to the a&m coaching staff. Sumlin takes that shit pretty serious if he indeed did lie to them.

lol. What would Sumlin do about it

[DesignatedT]

lol. What would Sumlin do about it

lol tech. gosh that sucks.

[Blake]

lol tech. gosh that sucks.

Lol so he'd do nothing.

Lol aggy in a horn thread

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods reported earlier that 2015 OL Aaron Garza of Sherman is basically opening things up and said he classifies himself as a "soft commitment" at this time. He tweeted yesterday that he hadn't heard from anyone since the coaching change. I think there's probably a reason for that.

[TFloss32]

I remember Harvey lied to OrangeBloods in March about being at the spring game even after they said they saw him there.

Max Olson ‏@max_olson
I believe this is Nick Harvey’s 3rd “secret" Texas visit. But hey, maybe there have been more.

[TFloss32]

Brian Luc Jean-Mary ‏@luc_brian
The next chapter in my book of life has led me to the University of Texas. Can't wait to work with the great HS talent in the State of Texas

[TFloss32]

Texas Tech QB Clayton Nicholas is transferring to Bowling Green.

Webb is going to back himself up next year.

[TFloss32]

Inside Texas reporting Texas has inquired about LB Christian Britt of Ingleside. Apparently Strong told his high school coach UT would offer with proof that he can qualify (may explain his lack of offers). This obviously could be seen as a back-up plan in case LB Otaro Alaka chooses A&M, but another interesting theory is LB Andrew Beck potentially moving to H-back on offense. Many of you may remember him being talked about as a TE when UT started recruiting him in the spring. Anyway, this is not a kid who should only have two offers.

http://247sports.com/Player/Christian-Britt-32283

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/397240/highlights/107795407?********=1

[Blake]

Texas Tech QB Clayton Nicholas is transferring to Bowling Green.

Webb is going to back himself up next year.

He announced that before Brewer did.

I'm wondering if Tech will have Mahomes back up Webb when he comes on or gamble with another walk on/transfer

[DesignatedT]

Lol so he'd do nothing.

Lol aggy in a horn thread

If you can't figure it out it isn't worth mentioning.

How's it any different then you being in here? Lmao There's a lot more recruiting battles between the two flagship universities in this State than your university.

[Blake]

If you can't figure it out it isn't worth mentioning.

I figured out he'd do nothing


How's it any different then you being in here? Lmao There's a lot more recruiting battles between the two flagship universities in this State than your university.

I don't cry that others are obsessed with my school before posting in this thread.

[Sisk]

Apparently a quote from Nick Harvey from an ESPN Insider article:


"Playing in front of the 12 th man, you’re either with them or against them,” Harvey said. “It was tough because the top athlete in Texas usually ends up at UT, but at the same time, it’s not about the history; it’s about the future. I’m trying to start something different and great at A&M.”

Such a strange recruitment, even though he has been committed for so long.

[Whisky Dog]

Nothing really strange about it. It's obvious he's a kid who just enjoys spitting bullshit even when he doesn't really have to do so. Some people are just naturally like that and enjoy it. Can't really trust people like that on a personal level, but shouldn't hinder his ability to play football because his teammates will have him figured out before he ever steps on a field.

[ATX_Horn]

Nothing really strange about it. It's obvious he's a kid who just enjoys spitting bullshit even when he doesn't really have to do so. Some people are just naturally like that and enjoy it. Can't really trust people like that on a personal level, but shouldn't hinder his ability to play football because his teammates will have him figured out before he ever steps on a field.

I don't know Nick Harvey, but your assessment doesn't take into consideration the role his parents have played in his recruitment. I believe his parents have strongly favored him going to Texas. I'm guessing that this may just be a case of their son wanting to attend A&M but appeasing his parents by taking another visit/look to UT. I don't think he's "spitting bullshit" as you say...interested to see how this plays out...would be a huge get for Strong and Co.

[Hook Em 88]

longhorn_FB: Q&A with head strength and conditioning coach Pat Moorer - http://t.co/9gPHQpRxIO http://t.co/6hUVrDhlKh


Moorer: We're going to be in such great shape that you'll be able to play the game the way it's supposed to be played: with great physical and mental toughness. You play with great intensity. You don't ask anybody to play like that if you haven't trained them to do it.

[benefactor]

:tu

[Whisky Dog]

I don't know Nick Harvey, but your assessment doesn't take into consideration the role his parents have played in his recruitment. I believe his parents have strongly favored him going to Texas. I'm guessing that this may just be a case of their son wanting to attend A&M but appeasing his parents by taking another visit/look to UT. I don't think he's "spitting bullshit" as you say...interested to see how this plays out...would be a huge get for Strong and Co.

That had nothing to do with him continuously lying to people. If his parents want him to take visits then all he has to do is say he's going to take visits. He holds the cards here because both programs want him and won't turn him away as long as he qualifies and doesn't get into major legal trouble.

There's absolutely no reason to lie which means his frequent lies are more a product of personality than necessity. As a former psych profiler I've seen it over and over in many people.

[Bloeddyr10]

'14 DE Kolin Hill, who is committed to Notre Dame, has received an offer from Texas. He had an unofficial visit to Texas in the fall.

[Bloeddyr10]

'15 QB Ricky Town out of California has de-committed from Alabama. Most likely due to the change of OC at Alabama. He was recruited by Major Applewhite and visited Texas last summer. Many believed he choosed between Alabama and Texas when he decided for Alabama.

[Hook Em 88]

longhornDigest: Schertz Clemens DE Kolin Hill told me he is still committed to Notre Dame, but will visit #Texas on the 31st.

This would be a nice steal to pair alongside Derick Roberson. Was doubtful we had a chance at this point but have to like the fact he's willing to take a visit.

[ThePop]

Hill is a Texas lock. He will visit next week.

[Bloeddyr10]

People from Baylor sites says that DB John Bonney has flipped to Baylor during his visit. Texas sites says that it is very likely that he'll flip.

I guess we can expect offers to go out to Jah'Shawn Johnson and/or TJ Harrell soon.

[Needs More Bourbon]

Harrell's got his offer but T said it didn't look like it'd work out. He'd be my first pick to replace Bonney but only because I haven't seen much film of Johnson. Can't say I'm that upset about the loss of Bonney.

[Bloeddyr10]

2015 DT Darrion Daniels from Bishop Dunne has been offered by Texas, per 24/7.

[bluetrumpet]

@SBNationCFB: Just flipped from Alabama. RT @LindseyThiry: Steve Sarkisian lands the nation's No. 1 quarterback in the country at #USC, Ricky Town.

[Vito Corleone]

@SBNationCFB: Just flipped from Alabama. RT @LindseyThiry: Steve Sarkisian lands the nation's No. 1 quarterback in the country at #USC, Ricky Town.

This is why I don't follow twitter or blogs, this tweet is confusing as hell

[TFloss32]

Here's a list of guys that are confirmed at A&M's Junior Day this afternoon:

2015
QB, Kyler Murray, Allen
RB, Rodney Anderson, Katy
RB, Jay Bradford, Splendora
RB, JaMycal Hasty, Longview
WR, Jalen Guyton, Allen
WR, Ryan Newsome, Aledo
WR, Kemah Siverand, Cypress Ridge
TE, Jordan Davis, Houston Clear Lake
OL, Connor Dyer, Mesquite Horn
OL, Trevor Elbert, Rockwall-Heath
OL, Connor Lanfear, Buda Hays
OL, Toby Weathersby, Spring Westfield
DT, Daylon Mack, Gladewater
LB, Malik Jefferson, Mesquite Poteet
CB, Kris Boyd, Gilmer
CB, Kendall Sheffield, Fort Bend Marshall
S, Justin Dunning, Whitehouse
S, Larry Pryor, Sulphur Springs

2016
OL, Greg Little, Allen
S, Brandon Jones, Nacogdoches

[Juan]

Here's a list of guys that are confirmed at A&M's Junior Day this afternoon:

2015
QB, Kyler Murray, Allen
RB, Rodney Anderson, Katy
RB, Jay Bradford, Splendora
RB, JaMycal Hasty, Longview
WR, Jalen Guyton, Allen
WR, Ryan Newsome, Aledo
WR, Kemah Siverand, Cypress Ridge
TE, Jordan Davis, Houston Clear Lake
OL, Connor Dyer, Mesquite Horn
OL, Trevor Elbert, Rockwall-Heath
OL, Toby Weathersby, Spring Westfield
DT, Daylon Mack, Gladewater
LB, Malik Jefferson, Mesquite Poteet
CB, Kris Boyd, Gilmer
CB, Kendall Sheffield, Fort Bend Marshall
S, Justin Dunning, Whitehouse
S, Larry Pryor, Sulphur Springs

2016
OL, Greg Little, Allen
S, Brandon Jones, Nacogdoches


Filthy.

[Hook Em 88]

@Explicit_scene3: I can tell Coach Strong is gonna be successful at Texas. That man is unbelievable.

2017 LSU Committ Dylan Moses
6-2, 220
Offers from Texas, Bama, Florida, etc.

[Bloeddyr10]

'15 Texas commit OT Connor Lanfear is at the A&M junior day today and was just offered.

[Bloeddyr10]

@Explicit_scene3: I can tell Coach Strong is gonna be successful at Texas. That man is unbelievable.

2017 LSU Committ Dylan Moses
6-2, 220
Offers from Texas, Bama, Florida, etc.

http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w431/rmeyers7/Be7kKXwCYAA9lyD_zpsadd89d80.jpg

[TFloss32]

'15 Texas commit OT Connor Lanfear is at the A&M junior day today and was just offered.

Added him to the list above.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, 2015 S Larry Pryor of Sulphur Springs was offered by A&M today.

Most think that's the one he's always been waiting for.

[Hook Em 88]

Those who are more knowledgeable about Jr. Days, how many are allowed per school? I find it to be a positive that both A&M and Baylor are having one on the same day so that neither school is able to have a clean sweep of high end recruits. It'll be very intriguing to see how many of the blue-chippers Texas is able to bring onto campus when ours comes around.

[ThePop]

I know we usually have 2 junior days

[Sisk]

Otaro Alaka has flipped from Texas to A&M.

[Ballin42]

Yupp... He gone

[Needs More Bourbon]

Good thing we got Freeman.

[Hook Em 88]

Texas recently offered Schertz, TX DE Kolin Hill and it was suggested by a fellow Twitter user that maybe Texas should look into offering his twin brother Kaleb Hill at LB to cover the loss of Alaka. Seems that both played opposite of one another at DE for Schertz. Both appear to have great athleticism and also seem to already have D-1 builds. UT could be even more appealing to them if they both have a chance to become 'Horns.
Kolin Hill (UT DE Offer): http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/782307/highlights/72449375
Kaleb Hill (Possible UT LB offer) : http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1698150/kaleb-hill

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, 2015 OL Trevor Elbert of Rockwall-Heath has committed to A&M.

Also, 2015 WR Ryan Newsome and 2015 CB Kris Boyd left town without offers.

[Clipper Nation]

Texas recently offered Schertz, TX DE Kolin Hill and it was suggested by a fellow Twitter user that maybe Texas should look into offering his twin brother Kaleb Hill at LB to cover the loss of Alaka. Seems that both played opposite of one another at DE for Schertz. Both appear to have great athleticism and also seem to already have D-1 builds. UT could be even more appealing to them if they both have a chance to become 'Horns.
Kolin Hill (UT DE Offer): http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/782307/highlights/72449375
Kaleb Hill (Possible UT LB offer) : http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1698150/kaleb-hill
Kaleb Hill's a beast, tbh.... just visited Boise recently and said it was his first choice....

[Harry Callahan]

Quick question for the knowledgeable posters here.

Is a "Preferred Walk-on" nothing more than a glorified tackling dummy for a D-1 program with almost no chance to eventually get a scholarship?

I have a nephew who is going on an official visit to a smaller D-1 school (UL-Monroe) and he might get an offer. His alternative is to walk on and he was thinking about a larger D-1 school up east.

Any feedback/opinions would be appreciated.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying DE Sione Teuhema took a visit to Oklahoma State this weekend.

[playblair]

427644049194233856

http://247sports.com/Player/Richard-Yeargin-III-21452

[Thompson]

OrangeBloods saying DE Sione Teuhema took a visit to Oklahoma State this weekend.

I saw a comment somewhere (no link) that he said he wasn't decommitting after the visit.

Nick Harvey apparently 'tweeted' "congrats bro welcome aboard let's go win a Natty" to Alaka - I doubt he'd say that if he was currently planning on leaving.

[DMX7]

I saw a comment somewhere (no link) that he said he wasn't decommitting after the visit.

Nick Harvey apparently 'tweeted' "congrats bro welcome aboard let's go win a Natty" to Alaka - I doubt he'd say that if he was currently planning on leaving.

I don't think he is leaving, but we wouldn't be visiting Texas either and pretending he wasn't if his commitment was that firm.

[Whisky Dog]

Defensive recruits choosing to play for a soft aggie defense over a NC winning defensive coach... Are Texas HS players inherently softer than the SE kids?

[Vito Corleone]

Maybe the kids are scared off by the level of intensity of the workouts. I'm hearing some stories of how intense they are.

[Bloeddyr10]

Floss, have you heard anything on Markell Boston from East Coweta (Ga.)? He's committed to East Carolina, but Eric Nahlin mentioned him on Twitter yesterday as a very underrated player (I agree). I thought their might have been some contact since Nahlin mentioned him.

http://247sports.com/Player/Markell-Boston-36618

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/813119/highlights/74762375

EDIT: He visited Alabama this weekend and left without an offer. Maybe that's why Nahlin brought him up?

[ATX_Horn]

Maybe the kids are scared off by the level of intensity of the workouts. I'm hearing some stories of how intense they are.

The idea of early PT is a selling point for the Aggies right now...their defense sucks and they are young in their 2 deep.
Not sure how long that will last but it's working right now. Overall, they are just THE hot team in Texas right now.
The only sure fire way to combat that for Texas is to win. The Texas staff will be better prepared for the 2015 class as
it's just hard to build relationships with recruits in the last 3 weeks of the recruiting cycle.

[TFloss32]

Along with DE Kolin Hill of Schertz Clemens, two new names the staff are trying to get on campus this weekend are DT/DE Breeland Speaks of Jackson, MS and DE Richard Yeargin III of Fort Lauderdale, FL. 24/7 saying Speaks has an official visit to Arkansas this upcoming weekend, but may bump it in order to visit Austin. Yeargin was supposedly offered last night but has not set up anything as of this morning.

http://247sports.com/Player/Breeland-Speaks-23655

http://247sports.com/Player/Richard-Yeargin-III-21452

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7...

-WR Lorenzo Joe is expected to sign with Texas next week despite a great visit to TCU.

-2015 OL Connor Lanfear says after his visit to A&M that he's "not de-committing anytime soon" and is anxious to meet with the new UT staff. All should be well as long as the new staff lets it be known that he is wanted.

-Things do not look promising with CB Nick Harvey. He is expected to remain with A&M.

[TFloss32]

Quick question for the knowledgeable posters here.

Is a "Preferred Walk-on" nothing more than a glorified tackling dummy for a D-1 program with almost no chance to eventually get a scholarship?

I have a nephew who is going on an official visit to a smaller D-1 school (UL-Monroe) and he might get an offer. His alternative is to walk on and he was thinking about a larger D-1 school up east.

Any feedback/opinions would be appreciated.

A "preferred walk-on" by definition is someone who is genuinely wanted, but there aren't enough scholarships to go around at the time (see K Nick Rose of Texas). Once scholarship numbers become more favorable in the future, that prospect is supposed to be given immediate consideration before other walk-ons. The only problem is some schools/coaches can use it to their advantage and the prospect never gets a scholarship. It's simply a situation where your nephew will have to use his best judgement. If it were my family memeber, I'd hammer away at the possibility that the free edcuation may never come, so be absolutely sure you want to play football and you can see yourself being happy at that university. My $0.02.

[Jimmiemac]

Quick question for the knowledgeable posters here.

Is a "Preferred Walk-on" nothing more than a glorified tackling dummy for a D-1 program with almost no chance to eventually get a scholarship?

I have a nephew who is going on an official visit to a smaller D-1 school (UL-Monroe) and he might get an offer. His alternative is to walk on and he was thinking about a larger D-1 school up east.

Any feedback/opinions would be appreciated.

Depends, no rules on the definition of a preferred walk-on so it varies. One coach may promise a scholly if they make the 2/3 deep roster, others if they start, etc. You have to look at what is being offered and the roster players you are against. There are enough walk-ons who earn schollies at almost every program to say it is much more than a tackling dummy situation.

Also, NCAA limits the number of walk-ons a team can bring into fall camp (before school starts) to 20 (I think, maybe 25). Anyway, the preferred walk-ons are generaly in this group which gives them some advantage.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Along with DE Kolin Hill of Schertz Clemens, two new names the staff are trying to get on campus this weekend are DT/DE Breeland Speaks of Jackson, MS and DE Richard Yeargin III of Fort Lauderdale, FL. 24/7 saying Speaks has an official visit to Arkansas this upcoming weekend, but may bump it in order to visit Austin. Yeargin was supposedly offered last night but has not set up anything as of this morning.

http://247sports.com/Player/Breeland-Speaks-23655

http://247sports.com/Player/Richard-Yeargin-III-21452

I dont't think we should get to excited or optimistic about snatching Richard Yeargin III. He just recently decommitted from Notre Dame and is a heavy Clemson lean at the moment. His family is originally from South Carolina and his dad loves Clemson. The link to the news article about his recruitment is below.

http://miamiherald.typepad.com/hssports/2014/01/university-school-delb-richard-yeargin-iii-withdraws-pledge-to-notre-dame.html

[Whisky Dog]

Quick question for the knowledgeable posters here.

Is a "Preferred Walk-on" nothing more than a glorified tackling dummy for a D-1 program with almost no chance to eventually get a scholarship?

I have a nephew who is going on an official visit to a smaller D-1 school (UL-Monroe) and he might get an offer. His alternative is to walk on and he was thinking about a larger D-1 school up east.

Any feedback/opinions would be appreciated.

Speaking from experience as I'm someone who paid for most of my own college and was crippled by student debt for the first 10 years of my post college employment and had to create and develop my own company to make enough money to get rid of it...

I'd tell your nephew to do whatever it takes to avoid that situation. If his parents are loaded and don't mind footing the bill then by all means take the chance as a preferred walkon if he feels comfortable at the school and is confident he can beat out guys to get a role. If he's going to have to foot the bill then I'd highly encourage him to take a scholarship offer if he gets one. No one should go through the type of hell of scraping by because you're saddled with debt and the country gets attacked and goes to war and through a major recession.

[Blake]

Speaking from experience as I'm someone who paid for most of my own college and was crippled by student debt for the first 10 years of my post college employment and had to create and develop my own company to make enough money to get rid of it...

I'd tell your nephew to do whatever it takes to avoid that situation. If his parents are loaded and don't mind footing the bill then by all means take the chance as a preferred walkon if he feels comfortable at the school and is confident he can beat out guys to get a role. If he's going to have to foot the bill then I'd highly encourage him to take a scholarship offer if he gets one. No one should go through the type of hell of scraping by because you're saddled with debt and the country gets attacked and goes to war and through a major recession.

Solid post. Unless you've got money to play with, take the scholly.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, DE Kolin Hill told a Notre Dame reporter he's "not going anywhere" or taking visits this weekend.

[TFloss32]

Floss, have you heard anything on Markell Boston from East Coweta (Ga.)? He's committed to East Carolina, but Eric Nahlin mentioned him on Twitter yesterday as a very underrated player (I agree). I thought their might have been some contact since Nahlin mentioned him.

http://247sports.com/Player/Markell-Boston-36618

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/813119/highlights/74762375

EDIT: He visited Alabama this weekend and left without an offer. Maybe that's why Nahlin brought him up?

Not sure why Nahlin brought him up, but I honestly don't think there's anything there.

I will let you know if I see anything.

[Bloeddyr10]

According to 24/7, '15 RB/ATH Chris Warren from Rockwall has been invited to visit either february 22nd or march 1st. That looks to be the Junior Day dates.

[Bloeddyr10]

OrangeBloods saying DE Sione Teuhema took a visit to Oklahoma State this weekend.

There is some talk about him just visiting a cousin who goes to Oklahoma State. Not sure if true, but is definitely possible.

[TFloss32]

According to 24/7, '15 RB/ATH Chris Warren from Rockwall has been invited to visit either february 22nd or march 1st. That looks to be the Junior Day dates.

Also from 24/7...

-A few UT coaches were in West Orange today to see 2015 S Deionte Thompson and 2015 S Johnny Shaw.

-Les Koenning stopped by Texas City this morning to see the Foremans. They are still unsure if the Missouri visit will go down this weekend, but Gary Pinkel will have an in-home with the family on Wednesday evening.

[sahoopster]

Solid post. Unless you've got money to play with, take the scholly.


Speaking from experience as I'm someone who paid for most of my own college and was crippled by student debt for the first 10 years of my post college employment and had to create and develop my own company to make enough money to get rid of it...

I'd tell your nephew to do whatever it takes to avoid that situation. If his parents are loaded and don't mind footing the bill then by all means take the chance as a preferred walkon if he feels comfortable at the school and is confident he can beat out guys to get a role. If he's going to have to foot the bill then I'd highly encourage him to take a scholarship offer if he gets one. No one should go through the type of hell of scraping by because you're saddled with debt and the country gets attacked and goes to war and through a major recession.

Solid post...every kid going to college should take special note. Wish I had this kind of advice being the first in my family to attend college. I know one is for sure, I will do whatever it takes to make sure my kids don't get saddled with student loan debt.

Back to you Floss...

[TFloss32]

There is some talk about him just visiting a cousin who goes to Oklahoma State. Not sure if true, but is definitely possible.

24/7 mentioned the coaches didn't know about it, so hopefully that's the case.

Definitely doesn't sound like something either of those brothers would do.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying Major Applewhite interviewed for North Carolina's open QB coaching position over the weekend.

He will most likely take it as long as he can get all of the contracts worked out.

[Harry Callahan]

TFloss, Whiskey, Jimmie, 3rd Coast

Thanks for the information you provided......

My nephew is the only close family member ever good enough to go down this road of playing Div. I Football so it's a hectic time for him and his mom and dad.

My hope is to provide a little info to them so they can make the best decision possible.

It looks like UL-Monroe runs an wide open passing game with three and four wide outs. That looks like a possible good fit for him - hopefully a scholly comes forth this weekend!!!!

FWIW, my nephew Kellen stepped into the spot Jake Oliver had at Dallas Jesuit in 2012. He had over 1000 yards receiving and 12-14 TDs in 2013 - the team won two playoff games for the first time ever this year since moving to UIL.

[TFloss32]

TFloss, Whiskey, Jimmie, 3rd Coast

Thanks for the information you provided......

My nephew is the only close family member ever good enough to go down this road of playing Div. I Football so it's a hectic time for him and his mom and dad.

My hope is to provide a little info to them so they can make the best decision possible.

It looks like UL-Monroe runs an wide open passing game with three and four wide outs. That looks like a possible good fit for him - hopefully a scholly comes forth this weekend!!!!

FWIW, my nephew Kellen stepped into the spot Jake Oliver had at Dallas Jesuit in 2012. He had over 1000 yards receiving and 12-14 TDs in 2013 - the team won two playoff games for the first time ever this year since moving to UIL.

Hope it works out for him. Keep us posted.

[TFloss32]

Per OrangeBloods, 2015 OL Aaron Garza has de-committed.

[TFloss32]

Max Olson ‏@max_olson
Armanti and D’Onta Foreman are taking their official visit to #Missouri (http://www.spurstalk.com/search?q=%23Missouri&src=hash) this weekend, per a source.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, 2015 CB Xavier Lewis of Reserve, LA says he will be at one of UT's Junior Days.

http://247sports.com/Player/Xavier-Lewis-24990

[TFloss32]

Inside Texas reporting Chris Rumph is in Georgia today visiting 2015 DE D'Andre Walker.

Walker was offered by the old staff in April.

http://247sports.com/Player/DAndre-Walker-26960

[Bloeddyr10]

Charlie Strong was by St. Augustine (La.) today, per 24/7.

[TFloss32]

The spring game is set for Saturday, April 19th at 1 p.m.

Spring practice scheduled to start on March 18th.

[TFloss32]

A new offer has gone out to 2015 OL Dallas Warmack of Atlanta, GA, per 24/7.

He is currently committed to Alabama.

http://247sports.com/Player/Dallas-Warmack-26965

[rkell87]

A new offer has gone out to 2015 OL Dallas Warmack of Atlanta, GA, per 24/7.

He is currently committed to Alabama.

http://247sports.com/Player/Dallas-Warmack-26965

yes please.

[Blake]

6-2 290 seems a little small. I guess he's quick.

[Whisky Dog]

290 for a kid who's probably 16 or just turned 17 isn't too bad. At 6'2" he's an interior linemanand possible center I would think.

[Blake]

It's not bad, it's just not what I would expect for a four star recruit at Alabama

[TFloss32]

Trey Holtz ‏@TreyHoltz
First day back to workouts. First time ever throwing up. That workout was tough as hell

[TFloss32]

@JHicks_3
First time jogging since September 21st, and it's got me already excited for the season!

[Blake]

Trey Holtz ‏@TreyHoltz
First day back to workouts. First time ever throwing up. That workout was tough as hell

Gosh, what recruit doesn't want that

[Needs More Bourbon]

Gosh, what recruit doesn't want that

If that scares a recruit, he's not going to have much of a future in big-time football.

[Blake]

If that scares a recruit, he's not going to have much of a future in big-time football.

That's a nice theory, holes and all.

[BlueTiger]

If that scares a recruit, he's not going to have much of a future in big-time football. Most kids these days are very soft. This plays a factor more than people think.

[Vito Corleone]

I ran track every year in high school and every year at the beginning all of us threw up, it got so as we expected it. That happened coming off of both football and wrestling.

All this tells me is this is one soft program

[Blake]

I ran track every year in high school and every year at the beginning all of us threw up, it got so as we expected it. That happened coming off of both football and wrestling.

All this tells me is this is one soft program

meh. The program is soft for reasons other than failing to make kids vomit.

[Vito Corleone]

meh. The program is soft for reasons other than failing to make kids vomit.

Maybe, but a big issue under Mack was that kids weren't improving from freshmen to senior and in many instances regressed.

Part of the improvement process is getting stronger and faster, when I hear about kids throwing up it means they haven't been working out at this level of intencity. That is common going from football to track but not from football to off season football

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, the Foreman twins have cancelled their official to Missouri and their in-home with Gary Pinkel.

[TFloss32]

Another offer has gone out to 2015 OL Keenan Walker of Scottsdale, AZ:

http://247sports.com/Player/Keenan-Walker-31046

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vILcTlQr-RA

[pgardn]

Threaten the UT football players to a workout with the cross country team, people who like to run and consider a good vomit pleasurable. It might also help with the mental aspect of prolonged pain while engaged in competition.

Run back to the huddle men. Get your ass off and on the field. Hurry up offense, no problem... Athletes. This is no longer a 5 second game with a walk back while plans are made.

Would it not be great to see a UT football team wear down a superior opponent through sheer force of will, superior fundamentals, and better conditioning? When was the last time we beat a team due to these three factors?

[Bloeddyr10]

Great article by Max Olson on the the Otaro Alaka flip.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/10358714/texas-aggies-beat-texas-longhorns-recruiting-battle-espn-300-linebacker-otaro-alaka

My favorite part:

After pleasantries were exchanged, Eaton (the Cypress Falls HC) said Strong began with a question: Was Eaton an offensive or defensive coach? Defense, he said. Strong liked that answer.
So the new Longhorns coach extended an offer: Tell me what you need help with. What gave his Eagles trouble this season? The answer: Eaton hated defending the Diamond formation.
So Strong grabbed a marker and went to the whiteboard, delivering an impromptu seminar of X's and O's. Eaton had never seen that before. He'd later say it was one of the coolest visits he'd ever hosted.

[rjv]

Great article by Max Olson on the the Otaro Alaka flip.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/10358714/texas-aggies-beat-texas-longhorns-recruiting-battle-espn-300-linebacker-otaro-alaka

My favorite part:

After pleasantries were exchanged, Eaton (the Cypress Falls HC) said Strong began with a question: Was Eaton an offensive or defensive coach? Defense, he said. Strong liked that answer.
So the new Longhorns coach extended an offer: Tell me what you need help with. What gave his Eagles trouble this season? The answer: Eaton hated defending the Diamond formation.
So Strong grabbed a marker and went to the whiteboard, delivering an impromptu seminar of X's and O's. Eaton had never seen that before. He'd later say it was one of the coolest visits he'd ever hosted.


yeah, that was a good read-an interesting behind the scenes of the recruiting world (minus the parties and females of course)

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying DE Kolin Hill of Schertz Clemens will meet with UT coaches today and then host Brian Kelly of Notre Dame this evening.

[TFloss32]

Another new name to keep in mind is 2015 QB Bryce Perkins of Chandler, AZ.

OrangeBloods mentioned the staff stopping at his school recently.

http://247sports.com/Player/Bryce-Perkins-21985

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/904521/bryce-perkins#

[Bill_Brasky]

I ran track every year in high school and every year at the beginning all of us threw up, it got so as we expected it. That happened coming off of both football and wrestling.

All this tells me is this is one soft program
:lol yup, even HS coaches run kids until they throw up.

[Needs More Bourbon]

:lol yup, even HS coaches run kids until they throw up.

It was never the intent at my HS, but it was often the result. I'm going to guess the reason it's Tech fans with the rustled jimmies is that you guys just realized the implications of a Texas team that's pissed off and in excellent shape. Do you think Alabama's players ever throw up? You should hope Tech's players are working as hard.

[Blake]

It was never the intent at my HS, but it was often the result. I'm going to guess the reason it's Tech fans with the rustled jimmies is that you guys just realized the implications of a Texas team that's pissed off and in excellent shape. Do you think Alabama's players ever throw up? You should hope Tech's players are working as hard.

no, instead I hope Tech players are learning new moves on Madden 2015.

[Bill_Brasky]

It was never the intent at my HS, but it was often the result. I'm going to guess the reason it's Tech fans with the rustled jimmies is that you guys just realized the implications of a Texas team that's pissed off and in excellent shape. Do you think Alabama's players ever throw up? You should hope Tech's players are working as hard.
If you're training to play a sport like football, yeah I think you should be running until you puke when you start training. I would bet that anyone who trains properly does so.

[TFloss32]

More notes from 24/7...

-additional SEC prospects that Chris Rumph checked on yesterday were 2015 OL Mitch Hyatt of Suwanee, GA and 2015 DE Natrez Patrick of Atlanta, GA. Much like 2015 DE D'Andre Walker, it was reinforced that their Texas offer stands.

-another new name to get famliar with is 2015 ATH Jeff Gladney of New Boston. Joe Wickline was at his school yesterday.

-the latest word on DE Kolin Hill of Schertz Clemens is he's solid to Notre Dame and won't visit UT this weekend. Bad weather may keep UT coaches from seeing him today.

-after visiting Baylor over the weekend, the word on S John Bonney was he'd flip to Baylor before National Signing Day. However, a high school teammate of his is saying this morning he expects Bonney to remain a Longhorn.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, Strong spent time in New Orleans, LA yesterday and stopped by Warren Easton HS. He invited 2015 WR Tyron Johnson, 2015 LB Arthur McGinnis and 2015 CB DeShawn Capers-Smith to a Junior Day and they are all planning on attending should their schedules allow it.

[Blake]

Lolwut.

If you happen to puke, fine, coach should stop them to hydrate or cool down or whatever.

But coaches that get erect when watching their players puke are idiots. There are better ways to get conditioning and toughness.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, DT Poona Ford will take one last official visit to Missouri this weekend after visiting Purdue last weekend.

His coach is expecting a National Signing Day decision, but thinks Texas leads.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, DT Poona Ford will take one last official visit to Missouri this weekend after visiting Purdue last weekend.

His coach is expecting a National Signing Day decision, but thinks Texas leads.

Strong and Shawn Watson will see Ford on Friday morning before he leaves for Missouri.

[playblair]

More notes from 24/7...


-after visiting Baylor over the weekend, the word on S John Bonney was he'd flip to Baylor before National Signing Day. However, a high school teammate of his is saying this morning he expects Bonney to remain a Longhorn.

bonney = legit :toast

[TFloss32]

bonney = legit :toast

I think Bonney is solid and would be disappointed if he de-committed. He has great length, is legit in coverage, smart and isn't afraid to be physical. Another plus is he's plenty experienced in the secondary and isn't another ATH like M. Thompson who had to learn on the fly. Love that he played corner as well.

[Needs More Bourbon]

I think Bonney is solid and would be disappointed if he de-committed. He has great length, is legit in coverage, smart and isn't afraid to be physical. Another plus is he's plenty experienced in the secondary and isn't another ATH like M. Thompson who had to learn on the fly. Love that he played corner as well.

I fully agree. I don't think he'll be the best athlete on the field or a huge playmaker, but he'll control his part of the field. He's got immense ball skills and instincts.

Do you know who Bobby just tweeted about?
bobbyBurton247: Longhorns making late play for big time prospect. #VIP http://texas.247sports.com/Board/21/-VIP-Recruiting-Nuggets-Tuesday-updates-948-am-25363008 …

[TFloss32]

I fully agree. I don't think he'll be the best athlete on the field or a huge playmaker, but he'll control his part of the field. He's got immense ball skills and instincts.

Do you know who Bobby just tweeted about?
bobby (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=47183)Burton247: Longhorns making late play for big time prospect. #VIP http://texas.247sports.com/Board/21/-VIP-Recruiting-Nuggets-Tuesday-updates-948-am-25363008 …

Says Strong, Bedford and Rumph met with the mother of S Arrion Springs today.

What a pull that would be.

[playblair]

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gresham
PonyPride Staff ‏@PonyPride (https://twitter.com/PonyPride) 16m (https://twitter.com/PonyPride/status/428259735914037248) 3* Fort Worth All Saints RB/FB will be taking official visit to the Hilltop this weekend. Was previously committed to Texas and Louisville.

[TFloss32]

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I'd offer his brother, Kaleb.

[playblair]

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another FL offer

http://247sports.com/Player/Jake-Fruhmorgen-28635

[playblair]

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[TFloss32]

428272112495648768

another FL offer

http://247sports.com/Player/Jake-Fruhmorgen-28635

Teammate of LB Andrew Beck.

[TFloss32]

24/7 reporting UT has offered 2015 OL Keaton Sutherland of Flower Mound Marcus.

http://247sports.com/Player/Keaton-Sutherland-27482

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1668228/highlights/111445376?********=1

[Hook Em 88]

@dennisonfox7: Former Horn Earl Thomas talks Daisy Dukes with Deion via @nflnetwork:
WATCH: http://t.co/N3a6XUdoqQ"

Has nothing to do with recruiting although it does involve former Longhorn Earl Thomas calling out Deion Sanders. Great stuff.

[Hook Em 88]

@247Blake: #Texas has offered 2014 DE Demetrius Jackson of Booker T Washington (Miami, Fla.) Currently a Miami commit.

[Bloeddyr10]

This is a tweet from one of the top players in the 2015 class. 4/5-star DE Byron Cowart from Armwood (Fl.). Rivals has him as the fourth ranked player in the country regardless of position.

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[Bloeddyr10]

With all these offers going out in the Southeast, I really hope that the Trinity Christian (Fl.) duo LB Jeffrey Holland and S Ben Edwards will receive offers soon. Both have Louisville offers, and Holland had Louisville in his top 10 around the time that Strong took the Texas job.

They are also teammates with 5-star CB Kevin Tolliver (LSU commit), 4-star OG/DT Kendrick Norton (FSU commit), 3-star DB Deontai Williams (Florida commit), 3-star LB Victor Alexander (UCLA commit) and 3-star LB Andre Smith (North Carolina commit). They also have '16 RB, and Auburn commit, Jalin Buie (have offers from Tennessee, South Carolina, Penn State and Louisville amongst others) on the team. It definitely looks like a school you would like to visit and establish a good relationship with.

[TFloss32]

24/7 saying 2016 TE Kaden Smiith of Flower Mound Marcus also received an offer yesterday.

[Hook Em 88]

TIMGriffinBig12: TCU DE Devonte Fields reportedly was robbed at gunpoint by 3 men near TCU campus.
http://t.co/WRWKx9yyZM

[pgardn]

What % of recruits who commit before their senior year actually end up at the University they committed to?

This would be interesting.

[pgardn]

TIM (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=20088)GriffinBig12: TCU DE Devonte Fields reportedly was robbed at gunpoint by 3 men near TCU campus.
http://t.co/WRWKx9yyZM

But when the police arrived, Fields “changed his mind” and stated that he didn’t want police detective searching his premises and didn’t want to press charges.


The above says a whole bunch.

Let's rob a huge, poor college kid... That we don't know and none of our associates know.
If I needed cash the first person I rob is going to be a hulk with nothing much. Desperate days for the perps. Do you think DeVonte gave up the real goods? Probably not all of it.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

But when the police arrived, Fields “changed his mind” and stated that he didn’t want police detective searching his premises and didn’t want to press charges.


The above says a whole bunch.

Let's rob a huge, poor college kid... That we don't know and none of our associates know.
If I needed cash the first person I rob is going to be a hulk with nothing much. Desperate days for the perps. Do you think DeVonte gave up the real goods? Probably not all of it.

Exactly. Drugs seem to be involved one way or another. Also, Devonte may very well be a distributor to some degree.

[Vito Corleone]

But when the police arrived, Fields “changed his mind” and stated that he didn’t want police detective searching his premises and didn’t want to press charges.


The above says a whole bunch.

Let's rob a huge, poor college kid... That we don't know and none of our associates know.
If I needed cash the first person I rob is going to be a hulk with nothing much. Desperate days for the perps. Do you think DeVonte gave up the real goods? Probably not all of it.

LOL, of course he has something in his apartment he doesn't want them to see. Probably holds illegal cock fight there. Black people love cock fights.

[TFloss32]

@247Blake: #Texas has offered 2014 DE Demetrius Jackson of Booker T Washington (Miami, Fla.) Currently a Miami commit.

24/7 saying he will be taking an official visit to Texas this weekend.

http://247sports.com/Player/Demetrius-Jackson-32280

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying there is a "way under the radar" JUCO OL contemplating a visit to Texas this weekend, but doesn't want his name out yet. He's also receiving interest from OU.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, WR Lorenzo Joe is expected in Austin this weekend.

[TFloss32]

Demetrius Jackson @F5_Jackson
Idk who said I'm visiting Texas this week cause I'm not ... I'm relaxing with my teammates

[Needs More Bourbon]

Demetrius Jackson @F5_Jackson
Idk who said I'm visiting Texas this week cause I'm not ... I'm relaxing with my teammates

He has since deleted that tweet. It sounds like he's been a handful -- decommitted then recommitted the same day, said he was shutting down his recruitment then visited Arkansas, etc.

[shyne]

Not sure at this time if 24/7 is talking about the same guy, but they're saying an in-state, committed OL will be on campus this weekend and he's expected to flip to Texas.

24/7 hasn't specified if it was offense or defense have they? Just a lineman

[TFloss32]

24/7 hasn't specified if it was offense or defense have they? Just a lineman

I was just about to post. My bad on that. They said a "lineman" and I read too fast.

They said he didn't want his name out there until Friday when he got to campus.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, Strong will be by Sulphur Springs today to see 2015 S Larry Pryor. He picked up an A&M offer on Sunday.

Strong is also scheduled to be by Gladewater, but 2015 DT Daylon Mack is out of town with a school function.

[TFloss32]

24/7 saying 2015 RB JaMycal Hasty of Longview was basically told he no longer has an A&M offer at their Junior Day on Sunday, so his recruitment has now taken a hard turn towards Baylor.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods reporting 2015 WR John Humphrey of League City Clear Falls will be at a Texas Junior Day.

May be the fastest WR in his class or the fastest prospect overall. Check out the film.

http://247sports.com/Player/John-Humphrey-19846

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/569951/#highlights/102647381

[TFloss32]

DT Poona Ford will be announcing National Signing Day on ESPNU, per 24/7.

Good exposure for Texas if that's his pick.

[pgardn]

LOL, of course he has something in his apartment he doesn't want them to see. Probably holds illegal cock fight there. Black people love cock fights.

Ok....

[pgardn]

Demetrius Jackson @F5_Jackson
Idk who said I'm visiting Texas this week cause I'm not ... I'm relaxing with my teammates

New school semester dude. Hit the books. You are going to be student athlete next year, but probably not on time or in the first two rows.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Texas is interested in playing a football game in Mexico:

http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/1940943-texas-reportedly-interested-in-playing-football-game-in-mexico-city

[rjv]

Texas is interested in playing a football game in Mexico:

http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/1940943-texas-reportedly-interested-in-playing-football-game-in-mexico-city


maybe they should talk to the spurs first

[Kermit]

Texas is interested in playing a football game in Mexico:

http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/1940943-texas-reportedly-interested-in-playing-football-game-in-mexico-city
Lol. No. Just no.

[Whisky Dog]

24/7 saying 2015 RB JaMycal Hasty of Longview was basically told he no longer has an A&M offer at their Junior Day on Sunday, so his recruitment has now taken a hard turn towards Baylor.

So Sumlin offered the kid then pulled it away? Surely Strong can use for a little negative recruiting fuel you would think

[Hook Em 88]

@DamonSayles: 4-star RB/FB Daniel Gresham (@DanielGresham33) is now down to #PonyUp & #BirdsUp. A decision will come Sunday.

I know many folks don't care to hear updates on Gresham but I find it extremely odd that he went from being committed to Texas to know having to decide between SMU and UTSA. Very odd recruitment to say the least.

[sahoopster]

@DamonSayles: 4-star RB/FB Daniel Gresham (@DanielGresham33) is now down to #PonyUp & #BirdsUp. A decision will come Sunday.

I know many folks don't care to hear updates on Gresham but I find it extremely odd that he went from being committed to Texas to know having to decide between SMU and UTSA. Very odd recruitment to say the least.

Big-time odd. Would be a nice get for UTSA though. Have they landed a 4-star recruit yet?

[yavozerb]

@DamonSayles: 4-star RB/FB Daniel Gresham (@DanielGresham33) is now down to #PonyUp & #BirdsUp. A decision will come Sunday.

I know many folks don't care to hear updates on Gresham but I find it extremely odd that he went from being committed to Texas to know having to decide between SMU and UTSA. Very odd recruitment to say the least.
Would be awesome if UTSA could land this kid. UTSA has a chance to win C-usa next season and this would only keep that momentum going in the right direction for there 4th yr. Pretty remarkable really..

[rjv]

it would also turn around what has been a brutal week for UTSA with 3 commits flopping