2017 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread

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For those who haven't seen his tweet.

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Quotes from ATH Montrell Estell after committing to UT (OrangeBloods):

"They have the best defense for safeties," Estell said, shortly after he had informed the Texas coaches of his decision. "They put out the best DBs in the country."

"I'm going to play safety. I like that they put guys in the NFL. The tradition. And I'll be playing with one of the best in Brandon Jones," Estell said.

"Basically I just talked to my family. Texas is close, so they can come to all my games," Estell said. "It's a lot of weight off my shoulders. I can breathe now. I called coach (Charlie) Strong like 10 minutes ago. He's fired up."

"They (the UT coaches) have been saying I can play both receiver or DB, but I decided I want to play safety," Estell said. "I'll bring a lot of tackles, interceptions and hard work."

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With the commitment of Montrell Estell, TE coach Jeff Traylor now ranks as the top recruiter in the country, according to 24/7.

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Quotes from ATH Montrell Estell after committing to UT (OrangeBloods):

" And I'll be playing with one of the best in Brandon Jones," Estell said.



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Traylor locked down both Jones and Estell.

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Two notes from 24/7...

-Coach Johnson was at Galena Park North Shore today to see DE K'Lavon Chaisson.

-Coach Jean-Mary traveled to Georgia to see LB Tyler Taylor who should be in Austin next weekend.

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A&M got their new QB in Connor Blumrick of Pearland.

http://247sports.com/Player/Connor-Blumrick-83650

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3885173/connor-blumrick

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Scout saying DT Corey Bethley of Katy could be close to an offer, but no word if he'll camp at UT this summer.

http://247sports.com/Player/Corey-Bethley-77811

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/5095830/corey-bethley

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OT Austin Deculus to LSU

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24/7 reporting 2018 CB Anthony Cook of Houston Lamar and 2018 ATH Jalen Preston of Manvel will camp at UT on June 5th

They are currently two of the highest-rated DB prospects in the state for their class.

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Quotes from DT Marvin Wilson of Bellaire Episcopal (24/7):

“I’m going to Oklahoma,” Wilson said. “I’m probably going up to UT again. I’m going to head out to UCLA and USC. I’ll probably hit Florida State again and probably Alabama. After that, I want to narrow things down and come up with a Top 10.”

“Texas has always been on top of A&M,” Wilson said. “They are on top for sure. They have the advantage because of Brick Haley and Charlie Strong. He is one of the top coaches in the state right now.”

“They have to win,” Wilson said. “That’s all they have to do. They have to win. I would say nine wins. If they can make it to nine wins, they would be in the discussion big time, especially as a kid that grew up watching Texas.”

“I actually talked to Malik (Jefferson) a lot when I went up there,” Wilson said. “He just told me that I would help playing in front of him. Whatever I miss, he would clean up. He’s good guy. I enjoy talking to him.”

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Quotes from DT Marvin Wilson of Bellaire Episcopal (24/7):

“I’m going to Oklahoma,” Wilson said. “I’m probably going up to UT again. I’m going to head out to UCLA and USC. I’ll probably hit Florida State again and probably Alabama. After that, I want to narrow things down and come up with a Top 10.”

“Texas has always been on top of A&M,” Wilson said. “They are on top for sure. They have the advantage because of Brick Haley and Charlie Strong. He is one of the top coaches in the state right now.”

“They have to win,” Wilson said. “That’s all they have to do. They have to win. I would say nine wins. If they can make it to nine wins, they would be in the discussion big time, especially as a kid that grew up watching Texas.”

“I actually talked to Malik (Jefferson) a lot when I went up there,” Wilson said. “He just told me that I would help playing in front of him. Whatever I miss, he would clean up. He’s good guy. I enjoy talking to him.”

Great quotes... he said exactly what I was thinking he was feeling. Jefferson is such a huge recruiting force for us but we have got to show progress on the field in terms of wins. I think 9 wins would definitely have him looking at us as overall favorites. Of course getting to 9 is easier said that done with a tough schedule.

[texas4ever]

IT- WR Damion Miller UT commit still looks to be solid

The ETSN (East Texas Sports Network) Combine is where athletes from across the ETX region get invite-only opportunities to showcase their talents in a number of ways: 40-yard dash, shuttle, vertical leap, and broad jump, and more. After the initial testing, the prospects then go through 1-on-1 drills - OL vs DL and WR vs CB. This is where it gets physical.

Kids realize a good showing today means a new offer tomorrow. It's probably my favorite portion of the event.

But the best part of the day was seeing Texas pledge Damion Miller walk through the door. I knew the John Tyler 4-star wasn't participating today after speaking with his mother this morning, but just his appearance drew raves. He was decked out in Longhorns gear and every participant was working towards what he has; that exclusive offer from a major program like Texas.

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Update on OL Walker Little of Bellaire Episcopal (24/7):

“I’ve been talking to (quarterback commit) Sam Ehlinger quite a bit lately,” Little said. “He definitely wants me to make it out and hang out with him and get a feel for Texas. If I’m going to go, it will be the Under The Lights weekend.”

“I want to go to a school that’s winning games,” Little said. “That’s an impressive thing but more so the coaching and the atmosphere with these new coaches, especially Coach (Matt) Mattox. I want to see how the players react to them. I want to be in touch with players to see how they feel around him.”

“We’ve had a lot of casual conversations,” Little said. “We’ve just been trying to get to know each other. He definitely wants me out there. We’re building a really good relationship — probably the best out of any of the coaches I’ve been talking to.”

“I want to take my time with it,” Little said. “I don’t want to rush into it or make a decision just to make it. It’s a really important decision.”

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Several members of the 2016 class moving to Austin over Memorial Day weekend.

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Worth mentioning that Scout is hearing rumors multiple highly-ranked Texas kids are going to be playing for IMG Academy in the fall.

No names have been dropped yet.

[texas4ever]

What are people saying about Jarrett Allen’s silence after the last day of the signing period?

Hook'em.com :

http://www.hookem.com/2016/05/23/people-saying-jarrett-allens-silence-last-day-signing-period/

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What are people saying about Jarrett Allen’s silence after the last day of the signing period?

Hook'em.com :

http://www.hookem.com/2016/05/23/people-saying-jarrett-allens-silence-last-day-signing-period/

I don't follow basketball recruiting, but what a weird story.

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Texas' new kicker, Chris Naggar:

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If you skip this post, UT is starting to take a look at DE/LB Jalen Harris of Mesa, AZ.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jalen-Harris-89046

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4779014/jalen-harris

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DE Taquon Graham (Temple)

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Alabama has offered 2018 CB Verone McKinley III of Plano Prestonwood Christian.

He's another top in-state DB who will camp at UT this summer.

http://247sports.com/Player/Verone-McKinley-III-78359

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3140981/verone-mckinley-iii

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Why the 2015 schedule?

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Texas making strong play for DT Damion Daniels:

A few quotes about Texas (Orangebloods)

“The defensive coordinator came up here yesterday and I like them,” he said. “They have been showing a lot of love and I really like it, so I hope they just stay with it.”

“I was supposed to visit (Texas) when I visited UTSA, on the way back, but I guess the defensive coordinator wasn’t there at the time,” he said. “So I told them I would come back, but I am for sure visiting this summer.”

“(The defense) runs a three-man front and a four-man front, but I like the four-man front because they keep their players energized, keep them fresh,” he said. “They always have a rotation going so they won’t get tired quick and they all make plays.”

On a timeline for his commitment:
“Media Day before the season I am looking to drop my Top 15,” he said. “I’m looking to make a final decision in January.”

https://youtu.be/yzyTicqsdYk

[texas4ever]

HornSports Burnt Ends - 05/23/2016

http://www.hornsports.com/articles/texas-longhorns-football/burnt-ends-05232016-r4943

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DE Taquon Graham (Temple)

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DE Taquon Graham (Temple). Not even sweating it. Strong does his work at the end.

IT on Graham - Mom laid down the law and told him once he commits even if it's just a verbal he's done.

hammster on Graham: Just talked to him. A&M still on the outside looking in. Has not been invited to the BBQ event (that could be because the staff was expecting him to be off the board on Friday) and the only visit he knows he wants to take is OU.

Temple defensive end Taquon Graham will no longer be making a decision at his spring game on Friday. Graham was considered a Texas lean, and it would have been a major surprise if the four-star prospect would have committed to any school other than UT at the end of the week. So what changed? According to a source close to Graham, somebody blatantly anti-recruited Texas over the last few days, which made him second-guess his intentions to make a verbal pledge on Monday. While the situation might look troublesome for Texas, I’m told the Longhorns are still in a prime position to land Graham. He’s visited UT on a number of occasions, his mother loves the staff and Charlie Strong is a key figure in his recruitment.

With that said, TCU has made a major surge as of late — Horned Frogs head coach Gary Patterson has made Graham one of his top personal targets. Graham is listening to TCU, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him make a visit. Texas A&M is also making a strong push for Graham, but according to sources, TCU is the bigger threat to Texas in this recruitment. Right now, Graham has no new date for a decision, but he will likely make a commitment at some point in the summer. At 6-foot-3, 251 pounds, Graham is ranked as the No. 12 weak-side defensive end in the country and No. 26 overall prospect in the state, according to 247Sports Composite.

[texas4ever]

Washington Post confirms Chip Brown's story: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/...tball-scandal/ (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2016/05/24/kenneth-starr-reportedly-to-be-removed-as-baylor-president-amid-football-scandal/)

Starr's out.... Who's next?

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OrangeBloods also saying Starr is out.

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Starr's out.... Who's next?

A funny post I saw this morning basically said Baylor's strategy is "who can we fire and still be good at football?"

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Makes you wonder what they would've given Texas.

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[playblair]

Makes you wonder what they would've given Texas.

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24/7 believes the following guys could receive offers in the next day or two.

2017
WR, RJ Sneed, Cypress Ranch
OL, Alan Ali, Keller Timber Creek
DT, Josh Rogers, Houston Christian
CB, Myles Jones, Magnolia West
CB, Josh Thompson, Nacogdoches

2018
QB, Jalen Mayden, Sachse
RB, Craig Williams, Crosby
WR, Josh Moore, Yoakum
LB, Alston Orji, Rockwall
CB, Verone McKinley III, Plano Prestonwood Christian
S, Jordan Moore, Yoakum

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Baylor has typically done their news dumps on a Friday, a holiday or close to a national event like the Super Bowl in order to keep a low profile.

June 3rd is a Friday and happens to be right after payments are finalized on May 31st for season ticket holders.

Any devastating news should come after that point.

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24/7 saying UT isn't going to pursue RB Najee Harris and RB Toneil Carter as hard as was previously reported.

A lack of interest is probably the reason why.

RB JK Dobbins remains the sole focus while the staff is also trying to get RB AJ Davis of Lakeland, FL to visit.

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[Biggems]

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isn't he the same Irvin who picked us at the all-star game, then later decommited and went to auburn.....isn't he also Mike's nephew?

[Hook Em 88]

isn't he the same Irvin who picked us at the all-star game, then later decommited and went to auburn.....isn't he also Mike's nephew?

Yes, yes...and yes.

[DMX7]

Yes, yes...and yes.

:lol

[Vito Corleone]

Rumor has it he reached out to Texas, but Texas has already said no.

[pgardn]

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Here is where things could go really bad for football people:


A source close to the situation said Starr arrived at his meeting with regents on Tuesday morning "lawyered up" and may not go quietly. A source close to Starr raised questions about how much of the complaints against BU football players actually got to the president's desk versus being handled underneath him without his knowledge.



If the above is pursued vigorously and made public.
Otherwise Baylor wins on the field and Briles stays. There is time, but not much. Unfortunately I bet they reach a settlement and the dirty laundry stays in the closet.

[texas4ever]

Rumor has it he reached out to Texas, but Texas has already said no.

24/7 (Hummer)

Tim Irvin (http://247sports.com/Player/Tim-Irvin-14196) was once of a member of the Texas Longhorns famed "Florida Five" and now the defensive back has a second chance to join a few of his fellow Floridians.
Irvin announced Tuesday he intends to transfer from Auburn (https://twitter.com/T_irvin2/status/735239263667687424?ref_src=twsrc^tfw), which he picked after decommiting from Texas during the 2015 cycle, and is now looking for a new home. According to 247Sports' Ryan Bartow, the Longhorns are a potential landing spot for the former four-star defensive back. (http://texas.247sports.com/Article/potential-landing-spots-for-auburn-defensive-back-tim-irvin-45475549)
Wrote Bartow about Irvin and Texas: "His uncle, Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin (http://247sports.com/Player/Michael-Irvin-11116), has already been in touch with Longhorns coach Charlie Strong (http://247sports.com/Coach/Charlie-Strong-567) discussing the possibility of bringing in his nephew. "
The report also indicated Irvin has early interest in Miami, where his uncle played, and East Carolina, where his other uncle, Sedrick Irvin (http://247sports.com/Coach/Sedrick-Irvin-626), works as an offensive analyst.
Irvin, a Miami native, committed to Texas on Jan. 3, 2015 at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. He was considered the ringleader of a group of five South Florida players -- Devonaire Clarington (http://247sports.com/Player/Devonaire-Clarington-23225), Cecil Cherry (http://247sports.com/Player/Cecil-Cherry-23208), Davante Davis (http://247sports.com/Player/Davante-Davis-29287) and Gilbert Johnson (http://247sports.com/Player/Gilbert-Johnson-21068) -- that pledged to the Longhorns during the 2015 cycle. However, Irvin switched his commitment to Auburn on Jan. 18, becoming the first of four members of that group to eventually leave the Longhorn program. Only Davis, who started at cornerback for Texas as a freshman last season, remains on campus.
Due to NCAA transfer rules Irvin will need to sit out a year at whatever school he transfers to, and he has three years of eligibility remaining beginning in the fall of 2017 . He is expected to make visits over the next few weeks, per Bartow.

Irvin played in 10 games for Auburn and recorded 18 tackles as a freshman last season.

Howe 24/7 saying "My understanding is if Irvin wants to come there's a spot for him."

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We have plenty of talent at DB. I'm surprised Irvin would even want to come here especially after decommitting.

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24/7 says that DE Lagarryon Carson "has some issues that extend beyond the classroom".

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24/7 says that DE Lagarryon Carson "has some issues that extend beyond the classroom".

What was the context?

[Bloeddyr10]

What was the context?

Someone asked about some information on Carson and his academic situation and if he would qualify.

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LB Kenneth Murray (Fort Bend Elkins)

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http://247sports.com/Player/Kenneth-Murray-81149

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3927911/kenneth-murray

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Per 24/7, 2018 QB Jalen Mayden and 2018 S Isaiah Humphries of Sachse will camp with UT this summer.

They haven't decided if they'll be in Austin on June 5th or wait for the Dallas satellite camp.

[texas4ever]

per Higs

Move In Dates for 2016:

Malcolm Roach – May 29th

Davion Curtis – May 28th

Eric Cuffee – May 28th

Tope Imade – May 31st

Andrew Fitzgerald – May 30th

Brandon Jones – Graduates on June 3rd, moves in on June 5th for Jones.

Lil’Jordan Humphrey – May 28th

Jeffrey McCulloch – May 29th

Denzel Okafor – May 30th

Reggie Hemphill – May 30th or 31st for Reggie

Gerald Wilbon – May 29th

Demarcus Christmas-Giles – May 30th

Chris Brown – May 28th

Jean Delance – May 31st

Jordan Elliott – May 30th

Kyle Porter – May 30th

That leaves Aucoin, Southall, Daniels and Fowler?

[texas4ever]

More on LB Kenneth Murray and his recent Texas offer (24/7):

Although before offered considered an OU lean. Multiple people seem to think Texas is the overwhelming favorite to land the fast-rising linebacker/safety out of Fort Bend Elkins.

http://texas.247sports.com/Bolt/Texas-extends-offer-to-fast-rising-LBS--45488532

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(24/7) Question of the Week: Which UT (2016) signee has the brightest future?

http://texas.247sports.com/Article/question-of-the-week-which-texas-longhorns-football-signee-has-t-45488998

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Update on DE Taquon Graham pushing back his decision date (24/7):

“I was just talking to my mom, and we thought it wasn’t the right time for me, especially with me exploring out-of-state options right now,” Graham said. “I haven’t been able to take any officials since it’s nowhere near that time."

“I’m not in a hurry. I don’t want to do the whole decommit thing. My mom is not for that at all.”

“Everything with me and Texas is the same,” he said. “The relationships are great. Nothing happened as people have been saying. It’s the same relationship with Coach (Charlie) Strong, Coach BJ (Brian Jean-Mary) and Coach (Brick) Haley.”

“It’s like a childhood team,” Graham said. “Being so close, you walk into the store and there is Cowboys stuff and Longhorns stuff. That’s everything you see around here. I grew up watching it at my house. Also, the coaches. When they recruit you, it’s an all in effort.”

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Chip said on his radio show that they are releasing the entire report, and from what he is hearing it blisters Art Briles.


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Rumors flying that Art Briles has been fired.

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Rumors flying that Art Briles has been fired.

Look like Hodge the moderator for Baylor's 24/7 site is saying Briles is gone.

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[texas4ever]

ESPN:

BREAKING: Baylor has fired football coach Art Briles amid BU sexual assault allegations. He has 50 wins in past 5 years. (via @McMurphyESPN (https://twitter.com/McMurphyESPN))

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Quote from the father of Baylor commitment, WR Hezekiah Jones (Rivals):

"We are still waiting for all of the news to come down, but it's safe to say that we will begin looking around once everything is official."

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Summary of findings at Baylor.

Victims and parents met with coaches/staff members to report complaints and nothing followed.

http://www.baylor.edu/rtsv/doc.php/266596.pdf

http://www.baylor.edu/mediacommunications/news.php?action=story&story=170207

[Kermit]

Wow. I can't believe they fired him. Just, wow. I want to say kudos to Baylor for doing the right thing even though it's probably way too late.

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[Blake]

Holy holy shit!

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LB Kenneth Murray of Fort Bend Elkins talks about receiving a UT offer (24/7):

“It’s been great,” Murray said. “I’ve gotten offers from a lot of big schools. It’s felt good to blow up. I’m really proud of it, but I still have work to do.”

“It’s a huge offer,” Murray said. “I’m just grateful for it. God blessed me with it. It’s huge for me.”

“Texas is definitely up there,” Murray said. “I’m going to give them a look for a visit soon. I am definitely really interested. I like the program. I have a good relationship with Coach Bedford and Coach BJ (Brian Jean-Mary).”

“I really don’t care where I play,” Murray said. “I just want to get on the field. I just want to do what coach tells me to do. This offseason, I’ve been working a lot at safety and linebacker. I like to stay versatile.”

[texas4ever]

Art sure was dirty. Here's some finding that make you want to puke-

http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab48/shaggybev/Capture_zpssqbvm3o2.jpg

[texas4ever]

UT Athletics Unveils Possible Erwin Center Replacement (http://alcalde.texasexes.org/2016/05/ut-athletics-unveils-possible-erwin-center-replacement/)



http://alcalde.texasexes.org/2016/05/ut-athletics-unveils-possible-erwin-center-replacement/

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TE Kedrick James (Waco La Vega)

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[Kermit]

UT Athletics Unveils Possible Erwin Center Replacement (http://alcalde.texasexes.org/2016/05/ut-athletics-unveils-possible-erwin-center-replacement/)



http://alcalde.texasexes.org/2016/05/ut-athletics-unveils-possible-erwin-center-replacement/

There goes C parking.

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NCAA now looking into Baylor:

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/collegesports/2016/05/26/regents-chairman-says-baylor-contacted-ncaa-possible-violations-will-cooperate

[Das Texan]

I wonder if this does anything for Hudson and his commitment.

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I wonder if this does anything for Hudson and his commitment.

I have seen some talk that Baylor will let the 2016 signees out of their LOI.

If the NCAA decides to really get involved down the road, you could see a situation where they'll allow any player to leave the program.

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24/7 confirming that LB Tyler Taylor of Buford, GA will be on campus Saturday for an unofficial visit.

[pgardn]

Don't we have some coaches mentored by Briles. Wonder if they saw this kinda stuff at whatever school they coached at together? I would like someone to ask them.

[Jimmiemac]

I have seen some talk that Baylor will let the 2016 signees out of their LOI.

If the NCAA decides to really get involved down the road, you could see a situation where they'll allow any player to leave the program.

So far no signees have been given their release or have been told that a release would be possible. 247 website misstated the situation earlier today and that led to a lot of confusion and mis-reporting.

Release would have to come from AD or HC and both up to their arses in other issues. Bennett probably still trying to figure out what staff he has left.

If NCAA gets involved (and BU has contacted them to open the conversation) it is unlikely the penalties would be harsh enough for them to include a release of players.

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If NCAA gets involved (and BU has contacted them to open the conversation) it is unlikely the penalties would be harsh enough for them to include a release of players.

It's too early to tell, but you have everything from a culture of covering up rape to potential Title IX lawsuits to criminal charges.

I'm expecting de-commitments and certain players leaving regardless if the NCAA allows an unconditional release.

My guess is that entire Baylor staff finishes 2016 and then it's blown up as it's too late to bring in new coaches.

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[Vito Corleone]

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Seriously, this bitch sounds like a femaNazi. Over the top yellow journalism.

I actually think this incident gives Texas all the ammo it needs to ditch the Big 12 and not have to take it's kid brothers.

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Per 24/7, the 2018 Moore twins of Yoakum will camp in Austin on June 12th.

[Blake]

NCAA now looking into Baylor:

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/collegesports/2016/05/26/regents-chairman-says-baylor-contacted-ncaa-possible-violations-will-cooperate


Better late than never

[djohn2oo8]

Baylor is going to get hit with the hammer.

[djohn2oo8]

Wow. I can't believe they fired him. Just, wow. I want to say kudos to Baylor for doing the right thing even though it's probably way too late.
They had NO choice. They tried to weasel their way out of it but were boxed in.

[Das Texan]

Baylor is going to get hit with the hammer.

as they fucking should.

[Das Texan]

They had NO choice. They tried to weasel their way out of it but were boxed in.

they did everything in their power to cover it up and just sweep it under the rug like it was no big deal.

eventually the shit would hit the fan, and there are probably going to be a LOT of people who face major sanctions from this, including possibly the Waco cops from some I've heard.

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Baylor is going to get hit with the hammer.

OrangeBloods says numerous recruits and current players are looking for a way out.

One recruit in particular has already sent a request to the NCAA to void his LOI and another current player is looking to transfer to UT or a few other schools.

[pgardn]

Seriously, this bitch sounds like a femaNazi. Over the top yellow journalism.

I actually think this incident gives Texas all the ammo it needs to ditch the Big 12 and not have to take it's kid brothers.

Where?

[Vito Corleone]

Where?

Big 10 is the most logical, If Texas gives up LHN the BTN would more than make up for it.

[Blake]

Big 10 is the most logical, If Texas gives up LHN the BTN would more than make up for it.

Independent would be more logical than the overcrowded Big 10

[TheMex]

247 posted a snapchat of KD Cannon stating that he will never wear a Baylor uniform again.

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Ole Miss with the Friday morning news dump on their NCAA infractions.

http://athleticsworking.wp2.olemiss.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/05/Allegations-Redacted-5.26.15.pdf

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247 posted a snapchat of KD Cannon stating that he will never wear a Baylor uniform again.

You can probably add improper benefits to Baylor's mess if people keep digging.

There are rumors that Pepper Hamilton found proof of that as well.

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Inside Texas saying LB Malik Jefferson will be working on the camp staff at The Opening in Oregon.

Lots of UT targets will be participating.

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Inside Texas is hearing all of Baylor's 2016 signees will be released from their LOI.

The four Baylor prospects that the UT staff has their eyes on is WR Devin Duvernay, OL Patrick Hudson, DE Brandon Bowen and CB Parrish Cobb.

A UT source had this to say:

Hudson: They feel really good about Patrick. Thought they had him a week before NSD, and might still grab one of the nation's top OL. Percentages: 75%.

Bowen: They were first told Brandon might stick with Baylor. He also wants to run track and BU's T&F program is one of the best. But this morning, they were informed the Bowen's maybe more interested now. Percentages: 45%.

Cobb: Eric told me the best way to land Parrish is using the Cuffee angle, Jennings closeness, and his father's affection for Strong. Eric might get the hat trick. I'm told all three will be factors. Percentages: 65%.

Duvernay: Devin was adamant about playing college ball with his brother, Donovan. Texas wouldn't take both, so they ultimately chose Baylor. It seems the Duvernays still want to play together, and if UT barely has room for one, they definitely don't have room for two. There's still a chance, but my guess would be they land in Fort Worth with the Horny Frogs. Percentages: 25%.

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Per Inside Texas, UT is starting to communicate with 2018 DT Bobby Brown of Arlington Lamar.

He may be camping in Austin this summer.

http://247sports.com/Player/Bobby-Brown-91806

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4810825/bobby-brown

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OrangeBloods says DT Marcel Southall signed an LOI with Mississippi Gulf Coast C.C. this week just in case he doesn't get admitted to UT.

[DMX7]

I Hudson coming to Texas is probable, but there is still a chance he stays there at Baylor.

[texas4ever]

From IT (weird):

JAKE RAULERSON

I had to pass this on because it's just so weird.

On graduation day last week, Raulerson gets a message from Charlie Strong. Strong wants Jake to call him. Jake calls him. That big mortarboarding son of a gun soon heads over to Strong's office, practically in his cap and gown. Strong explains to Jake the past is the past and the coach who kept him from playing last year is gone. Strong wants Raulerson to stay. Jake is somewhat amenable to this idea -- he loves the school after all.

The next step of course is for Jake to talk to the "new guys" Sterlin Gilbert and Matt Mattox. They couldn't have seemed less interested. I won't go into details on that but WTF is going on in Moncrief?

It gets weirder. It turns out Joe Wickline put in a good word for Jake at a couple of schools. I'll never figure this one out.

[pgardn]

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So Baylor has already determined he was NOT one of the coaches who knew about are participated in the dismissal of complaints by female accusers...

I find it difficult to believe Briles was the only coach participating in passing over complaints.

[pgardn]

I Hudson coming to Texas is probable, but there is still a chance he stays there at Baylor.

Nonetheless huge if we can bag him.

[TFloss32]

So Baylor has already determined he was NOT one of the coaches who knew about are participated in the dismissal of complaints by female accusers...

I find it difficult to believe Briles was the only coach participating in passing over complaints.

Lots of people are questioning this move and for good reason as a lot more filthy stuff is probably going to be revealed.

No telling how they're going to fill out their coaching staff for the 2016 season if other guys are publicly implicated.

It sounds like Briles' son will be leaving soon and may have already resigned.

I don't know why he'd stay or why Baylor would let him stay.

[playblair]

TE Kedrick James (Waco La Vega)

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I’m keeping a close eye on A&M, not so much UT.

[ColinB]

From IT (weird):

JAKE RAULERSON

I had to pass this on because it's just so weird.

On graduation day last week, Raulerson gets a message from Charlie Strong. Strong wants Jake to call him. Jake calls him. That big mortarboarding son of a gun soon heads over to Strong's office, practically in his cap and gown. Strong explains to Jake the past is the past and the coach who kept him from playing last year is gone. Strong wants Raulerson to stay. Jake is somewhat amenable to this idea -- he loves the school after all.

The next step of course is for Jake to talk to the "new guys" Sterlin Gilbert and Matt Mattox. They couldn't have seemed less interested. I won't go into details on that but WTF is going on in Moncrief?

It gets weirder. It turns out Joe Wickline put in a good word for Jake at a couple of schools. I'll never figure this one out.

What the hell.

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[texbound]

Another one.

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He better ask for a tattoo removal place first. Either that or He needs to pick somewhere like Boise State and put the S under the BU

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From OrangeBloods on OL Patrick Hudson:

"He's highly interested in Texas," the source said. "You can even say he's leaning towards Texas and won't be going to class on Monday."

[pgardn]

Big 10 is the most logical, If Texas gives up LHN the BTN would more than make up for it.


I dont know how logical playing in Wisconsin in December is. The pac seems better suited. Not time wise though.

I don't see any movement in the near future unless TCU and TT blew up. And then we gotta somehow make sure to keep playing Oklahoma.

Its too bad Baylor could not stay clean. It was a good thing for them to be competitive imo.

[pgardn]

From OrangeBloods on OL Patrick Hudson:

"He's highly interested in Texas," the source said. "You can even say he's leaning towards Texas and won't be going to class on Monday."

Huge stuff.

[Vito Corleone]

I dont know how logical playing in Wisconsin in December is. The pac seems better suited. Not time wise though.

I don't see any movement in the near future unless TCU and TT blew up. And then we gotta somehow make sure to keep playing Oklahoma.

Its too bad Baylor could not stay clean. It was a good thing for them to be competitive imo.

So many things working in the Big 10 favor

Time zone - majority of games played in conference will be in the Central time zone. No late night start times. This is a big negitive for the Pac 12. where you would have the late night starts. and massive travel times to Oregon and Washington. Flights to the east coast are more frequent and easier to book. This also holds true for the ACC

CIC - That is a lot of research dollars. No conference can match this little perk

BTN - Adding the Texas footprint to the BTN will more than make up for the loss in revenue created by the loss of the LHN. Only the SEC can match the BTN in coverage and appeal. Pac and Acc are at a huge disadvantage here and Texas would likely lose money by losing the LHN for these conferences.

Better cities to fly to - Chicago, Anarbor, Minneapolis, Columbus, State College PA. Pac has LA, Phoenix, SLC, Seatthle, Portland, and Bay area. ACC has Atlanta, and Miami, SEC has nothing.

I would give the PAC one advantage over the other conferences, the PAC 12 can bring in about 4 more schools with them, perfect if you want to add Oklahoma, OSU and Kansas.

SEC has about 2 spots open which means OSU would need to find a new home.

Big 10 has two spots open as well, but I think they reserve one of those for Notre Dame.

ACC No idea, they are already over bloated.

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DT Jayden Peevy of Bellaire has de-committed from Baylor.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jayden-Peevy-87485

[pgardn]

So many things working in the Big 10 favor

Time zone - majority of games played in conference will be in the Central time zone. No late night start times. This is a big negitive for the Pac 12. where you would have the late night starts. and massive travel times to Oregon and Washington. Flights to the east coast are more frequent and easier to book. This also holds true for the ACC

CIC - That is a lot of research dollars. No conference can match this little perk

BTN - Adding the Texas footprint to the BTN will more than make up for the loss in revenue created by the loss of the LHN. Only the SEC can match the BTN in coverage and appeal. Pac and Acc are at a huge disadvantage here and Texas would likely lose money by losing the LHN for these conferences.

Better cities to fly to - Chicago, Anarbor, Minneapolis, Columbus, State College PA. Pac has LA, Phoenix, SLC, Seatthle, Portland, and Bay area. ACC has Atlanta, and Miami, SEC has nothing.

I would give the PAC one advantage over the other conferences, the PAC 12 can bring in about 4 more schools with them, perfect if you want to add Oklahoma, OSU and Kansas.

SEC has about 2 spots open which means OSU would need to find a new home.

Big 10 has two spots open as well, but I think they reserve one of those for Notre Dame.

ACC No idea, they are already over bloated.

Never ever SEC

One of our recruiting advantages is academics.

[TFloss32]

From IT (weird):

JAKE RAULERSON

I had to pass this on because it's just so weird.

On graduation day last week, Raulerson gets a message from Charlie Strong. Strong wants Jake to call him. Jake calls him. That big mortarboarding son of a gun soon heads over to Strong's office, practically in his cap and gown. Strong explains to Jake the past is the past and the coach who kept him from playing last year is gone. Strong wants Raulerson to stay. Jake is somewhat amenable to this idea -- he loves the school after all.

The next step of course is for Jake to talk to the "new guys" Sterlin Gilbert and Matt Mattox. They couldn't have seemed less interested. I won't go into details on that but WTF is going on in Moncrief?

It gets weirder. It turns out Joe Wickline put in a good word for Jake at a couple of schools. I'll never figure this one out.


OrangeBloods confirmed this.

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Scout has gone in the complete opposite direction and thinks OL Jake Raulerson will be staying at UT.

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S Grant Delpit of Houston Lamar is one Texas prospect who will be transferring to IMG Academy.

http://www.chron.com/sports/highschool/article/Lamar-s-Grant-Delpit-transferring-to-IMG-Academy-7950505.php

[playblair]

Never ever SEC

One of our recruiting advantages is academics.

sec or bust imho................. aggie since joining sec #5mbb.........#6fb...........#1bb........

[Biily Ray Valentine]

sec or bust imho................. aggie since joining sec #5mbb.........#6fb...........#1bb........

And still haven't won anything...

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24/7 spoke with the high school coach of OL Patrick Hudson.

He mentioned that if Hudson is released from his LOI, he will be considering A&M, TCU and Texas.

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Since de-committing from Baylor, Inside Texas says S Donovan Stiner of Bellaire has decided to camp with UT next weekend.

http://247sports.com/Player/Donovan-Stiner-83611

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3869875/donovan-stiner

[pgardn]

sec or bust imho................. aggie since joining sec #5mbb.........#6fb...........#1bb........

Bust is the only option then.

UT is bigger than athletics.

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Hard to fine 2 more likable kids than Sam Ehlinger and Shane Buechele.

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[Hook Em 88]

RIVALS:
When the Texas Longhorn coaching staff gets a prospect on campus for a visit, you can pretty much take it to the bank that the player (and those close to him) is going to come away impressed with what he saw.
That rule of thumb certainly held true over the weekend, with top national linebacker Tyler Taylor an unofficial visit to UT on Saturday. The Sugar Hill (GA) Lanier standout was accompanied by his mother on a one-day visit to check out the Texas program, and Taylor said he liked everything about the trip.
Key quote: “The highlight of the visit was probably talking to coach Strong. I can tell he has strong core values of how he’ll make sure I’m a great man off the field as well as a dog on the field,” Taylor said.A top UT priority: The Longhorns have extended only a handful of linebacker offers to some of the country’s most sought-after prospects – guys like Baron Browning and Anthony Hines. Taylor was another early offer and Texas linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary stressed to the 6-3, 220-pounder that he too is high on the Longhorns’ wish list.
“I spent a lot of time with coach B.J. He was saying that I’m one of the few guys that they have offered and they know I’m a baller, so when you only have a few guys, everybody is at the top of the list,” Taylor said. “He was also saying that being of the few guys, there wouldn’t be a rush to hurry and commit.”
A solid overall impression for Taylor and his mother: Taylor had an idea coming in that he would like what he saw from the Texas campus and facilities, but he said it was the time spent with the Longhorn coaching staff that may have had the biggest impact.
Perhaps equally important, Taylor’s mother liked the visit as well.
“I really love the coaching staff. I knew the program and facilities were going to be state of the art but the coaching staff had a huge impact on me,” Taylor said.
“My mom, I think, had a really good time with coach Strong. She really enjoyed the visit and said she would be okay handing me off to the coaching staff here at UT.”
List of favorites coming soon: Taylor, who will compete in the Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge in June, is hoping to reveal his favorites sometime this week. After Saturday’s visit, the Longhorns have put themselves in position to make the cut, although noting is set in stone just yet.
“I’m not 100 percent sure yet. But I think they have a good chance,” Taylor said.

[texas4ever]

Garrido steps downPosted May 30th, 2016
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Kirk Bohls (http://www.hookem.com/author/kbohls)American-Statesman Staff
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Texas baseball coach Augie Garrido, the winningest coach in the game, has “agreed in principle” to step down from his position, the American-Statesman has learned.
An official announcement is expected today.
Garrido, 77, will leave Texas after coaching the Longhorns for 20 seasons
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[djohn2oo8]

Baylor AD steps down

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24/7 saying LB Kenneth Murray of Fort Bend Elkins will attend Texas' satellite camp in Houston.

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[texas4ever]

SIAP-

More info on Baylor players:

Nahlin:

"TCU: I think they get the Duvernay's. They'd still press for Omar, yes, he's that good. They think they have a shot for Bowen.

UT: Don't want y'all getting too excited but numbers could be a real concern. TCU is pushing for Cobb as well but I think it will be UT. Hudson looks good as Justin said but not sure what's up with the sister angle. He definitely wants out bad and mom wants him out bad. I'm not sure who mom had at 2nd place but that could be a factor."


From TFB...

– UPDATE (3:08 pm): I spoke to a second source who confirmed that Texas is in fact interested in a name outside of the offensive line group…Parrish Cobb. I’m told that Cobb will also seek a release and the schools he is considering are Texas, TCU and Georgia.

[texas4ever]

Ehlinger highlights from the weekend:

http://notredame.247sports.com/Article/Texas-quarterback-commit-Sam-Ehlinger-45566631

[texas4ever]

To good not to post:

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[Jimmiemac]

SIAP-

More info on Baylor players:

Nahlin:

"TCU: I think they get the Duvernay's. They'd still press for Omar, yes, he's that good. They think they have a shot for Bowen.

UT: Don't want y'all getting too excited but numbers could be a real concern. TCU is pushing for Cobb as well but I think it will be UT. Hudson looks good as Justin said but not sure what's up with the sister angle. He definitely wants out bad and mom wants him out bad. I'm not sure who mom had at 2nd place but that could be a factor."


From TFB...

– UPDATE (3:08 pm): I spoke to a second source who confirmed that Texas is in fact interested in a name outside of the offensive line group…Parrish Cobb. I’m told that Cobb will also seek a release and the schools he is considering are Texas, TCU and Georgia.

Any in-conference transfer would cause them to lose a year of eligibility without a release which looks like a very remote possibility at this point. Doubt any of the transfer to a B12 team without an unrestricted release.

[TFloss32]

Any in-conference transfer would cause them to lose a year of eligibility without a release which looks like a very remote possibility at this point. Doubt any of the transfer to a B12 team without an unrestricted release.

The unique part of this is a lot of those guys haven't enrolled and refuse to.

Their eligibility hasn't started, so we'll see how it plays out.

[Jimmiemac]

The unique part of this is a lot of those guys haven't enrolled and refuse to.

Their eligibility hasn't started, so we'll see how it plays out.

I get that but unless they get a release from their LOI it is still considered to fall under the transfer rules for the NCAA and would have to sit a year, plus B12 rules cause in-conference transfers to lose a year of eligibility (see Baker Mayfield) so after sitting a year they would have 3 to play 3. No loss of year for out-of-conference transfers but still must sit one year.

If somehow Baylor changes their stance and agrees to release them from LOI its not considered a transfer.

[texas4ever]

Digging into the scholarship numbers for the Longhorns in 2016. Where UT stands-

http://texas.247sports.com/Article/texas-longhorns-football-breaking-down-scholarship-numbers-enter-45564644

[TFloss32]

If somehow Baylor changes their stance and agrees to release them from LOI its not considered a transfer.

Correct and this is what I was referencing.

My understanding is if Baylor refuses to release these players, they can then petition the NCAA.

[texas4ever]

Burnt Ends (5/30/2016)

http://www.hornsports.com/articles/texas-longhorns-football/burnt-ends-5302016-r4948

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

According to Baylor 24/7 these are the only recruits to have enrolled at this point:

Midterm Enrollees:
Zach Smith
Trendavion $#@!son
Brandon Autry
Jeremy Faulk

Summer I Enrollees:
Raleigh Texada
Bravion Roy
Grayland Arnold
Michael Johnson
Denzel Mims
Chris Miller
Rajah Preciado

[Jimmiemac]

Correct and this is what I was referencing.

My understanding is if Baylor refuses to release these players, they can then petition the NCAA.

NCAA cannot do anything without first ruling on potential violations and that would be well after the start of the fall semester. NCAA has no say on releases from LOIs otherwise.

[TFloss32]

NCAA cannot do anything without first ruling on potential violations and that would be well after the start of the fall semester. NCAA has no say on releases from LOIs otherwise.

Do you have a link on that? I'm genuinely curious.

Lampkin officially filed for a release with the NCAA last summer and was denied, but that was after UT denied him originally.

I know at least one Baylor recruit has already filed with the NCAA.

[TFloss32]

In a bit of a twist, Scout believes WR Devin Duvernay and CB Donovan Duvernay will be Longhorns if they're released from their LOI.

UT was not interested in Donovan during the last recruiting cycle.

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In a bit of a twist, Scout believes WR Devin Duvernay and CB Donovan Duvernay will be Longhorns if they're released from their LOI.

UT was not interested in Donovan during the last recruiting cycle.

Inside Texas echoed this somewhat by saying the staff intends to take more players than we previously thought assuming they're released.

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24/7 reporting CB Kobe Boyce of Lake Dallas will be in Austin this Sunday for the first summer camp.

[Biily Ray Valentine]

A lot of twists and turns until this is over, but getting Hudson alone is huge. Getting any combo of the Duvernays, Cobb, and or JP would be frosting on the cake. Given that this was going to be a smallish class, wonder if any of the "borderline" 2017 guys pull the trigger early to save their spot.

[Jimmiemac]

Do you have a link on that? I'm genuinely curious.

Lampkin officially filed for a release with the NCAA last summer and was denied, but that was after UT denied him originally.

I know at least one Baylor recruit has already filed with the NCAA.

First of all you don't file with the NCAA you file with the NLI. They can rule if there are personal extenuating considerations such as an illness or financial hardship but cannot rule based on a coach being fired.

[ATX_Horn]

Here's info on the NLI...http://www.nationalletter.org/index.html

In Lampkin's case, he was looking for an early release from his NLI w/ Texas instead of having to wait until the fall when his NLI
would have been considered null and void because he would not have qualified for admission based on UT's foreign language requirement.

[texas4ever]

Chip reporting no Big 12 expansion-

http://www.scout.com/college/texas/story/1674016-sources-big-12-expansion-not-happening

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[Biggems]

Chip reporting no Big 12 expansion-

http://www.scout.com/college/texas/story/1674016-sources-big-12-expansion-not-happening

Oh well.......and the world continues to turn.

BTW, I wish there were 128 D-1 schools.....Divided up in one of two ways, both of which are organized based on region......Sixteen 8-team conferences or eight 16-team conferences.

16 conferences......7 conference games and 4 non-conference games....top two teams play for Conference title. Winner goes to 16 team playoff. Lottery determines matchups each round

8 conferences.......7 division games, 4 non-division games, 1 non-conference game.....winner of each division plays for conference title.....winner advances to 8 team playoff. Lottery determines matchup each game.

[DMX7]

Big 12 expansion is a business decision and Memphis, Houston, and UCF probably don't add as much as they would dilute the per school payouts.

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This shit is about to go down?

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This shit is about to go down?

Should be on as we speak.

[Biily Ray Valentine]

Starr was going to be the scapegoat, now may look like the only one taking this head on. May only be for apoearances, but from a PR standpoint, he's making all the right moves.

** Just saw clips of the interview.... I was completely wrong. He doesn't get it either. Smh... What a dumpster fire. Baylor looks worse by the minute.

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UTEP game on September 10th is set for 6 p.m. on Longhorn Network.

[texas4ever]

UTEP game on September 10th is set for 6 p.m. on Longhorn Network.

TCU game set too for the Friday after Thanksgiving this year-

Horned Frogs at 2:30 p.m. CT on November 25 on FOX or FS1

[texas4ever]

WTH!! Looks like the Texas V. Bl#w U Game is on FS1 this year-

Kirk Bohls ‏@kbohls 58s59 seconds ago
Apparently ABC/ESPN had first pick of ND-Texas game. Fox had next two selections, chose Ohio State-OU 9/17 and Texas-OU 10/8.

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** Just saw clips of the interview.... I was completely wrong. He doesn't get it either. Smh... What a dumpster fire. Baylor looks worse by the minute.

He's a smug dude smiling through that interview.

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From our conversation yesterday, Burton of 24/7 gives his take on getting a release from an LOI.

Step 1
A recruits sends a request to the NCAA asking out of his LOI.

Step 2
The NCAA notifies the institution in question and the institution is given 30 days to rule on this request.

Step 3
Release is given by school or denied by school.

Step 4
If denied, then the NCAA asks school why release was not granted.

Step 5
NCAA then decides whether or not to grant release regardless of what university had decided. The NCAA, not Baylor, has the final say.

In all, you're looking at a 30-45 day process unless Baylor changes its current course.

Baylor officials have told recruits that they are unwilling to grant recruits a release. At least one such meeting occurred between a Baylor official and the parent of a recruit yesterday.

Baylor is setting itself up for the worst possible kind of PR move.

Baylor would be better off giving a full release to any and all players -- both recruits and current players on their own team -- than try to restrict any student-athlete from moving elsewhere. That would help the Bears during the penalty phase of the NCAA because that is coming in a big, big way. To think otherwise is a fools errand.

If Baylor gave full releases, Baylor would likely keep most of its current players, at least the ones that really matter, and keep some of their recruits. By doing so, they would also look like they are being helpful to kids instead of forcing rules on kids that didn't sign up for this coach or a program and university that is in disarray.

Instead, Baylor is going to try to play hardball with recruits and its student-athletes and they're likely going to get spanked by the NCAA's paddle even harder.

I don't know who is advising Baylor on its tactics with recruits and its football program, but they are setting Baylor up for an even harder fall. Really not smart people.

[TFloss32]

Baylor's Rivals site is reporting CB Donovan Duvernay has been granted a release by the school.

Doesn't look like they've released Devin...yet.

[texas4ever]

From our conversation yesterday, Burton of 24/7 gives his take on getting a release from an LOI.

Step 1
A recruits sends a request to the NCAA asking out of his LOI.

Step 2
The NCAA notifies the institution in question and the institution is given 30 days to rule on this request.

Step 3
Release is given by school or denied by school.

Step 4
If denied, then the NCAA asks school why release was not granted.

Step 5
NCAA then decides whether or not to grant release regardless of what university had decided. The NCAA, not Baylor, has the final say.

In all, you're looking at a 30-45 day process unless Baylor changes its current course.

Baylor officials have told recruits that they are unwilling to grant recruits a release. At least one such meeting occurred between a Baylor official and the parent of a recruit yesterday.

Baylor is setting itself up for the worst possible kind of PR move.

Baylor would be better off giving a full release to any and all players -- both recruits and current players on their own team -- than try to restrict any student-athlete from moving elsewhere. That would help the Bears during the penalty phase of the NCAA because that is coming in a big, big way. To think otherwise is a fools errand.

If Baylor gave full releases, Baylor would likely keep most of its current players, at least the ones that really matter, and keep some of their recruits. By doing so, they would also look like they are being helpful to kids instead of forcing rules on kids that didn't sign up for this coach or a program and university that is in disarray.

Instead, Baylor is going to try to play hardball with recruits and its student-athletes and they're likely going to get spanked by the NCAA's paddle even harder.

I don't know who is advising Baylor on its tactics with recruits and its football program, but they are setting Baylor up for an even harder fall. Really not smart people.

Bobby went on to mention this:

There is no way the NCAA will uphold the LOI to a school that is in utter disarray. It's not just the football program, it's the whole school.
If this were about athletics, the NCAA could be somewhat swayed. But this isn't just about athletics. The football coach, the AD and the President have now all moved on in the matter of a week.
If I were Baylor, I'd give a free release to every single athlete that wanted to go elsewhere in ANY sport, not just limited to football. The NCAA might then see that Baylor is actually committed to treating its student-athletes the way it would want to be treated.
Again, I don't think the Baylor football program or any of the money-making programs would be decimated by such a decision and it would be perceived as very forgiving on the part of Baylor brass. Instead, they're attempting to extort these recruits and student-athletes instead of just being up front and forthright.
The meeting with the parent yesterday did NOT go well for Baylor. AT ALL.

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Bobby went on to mention this:

There is no way the NCAA will uphold the LOI to a school that is in utter disarray. It's not just the football program, it's the whole school.
If this were about athletics, the NCAA could be somewhat swayed. But this isn't just about athletics. The football coach, the AD and the President have now all moved on in the matter of a week.
If I were Baylor, I'd give a free release to every single athlete that wanted to go elsewhere in ANY sport, not just limited to football. The NCAA might then see that Baylor is actually committed to treating its student-athletes the way it would want to be treated.
Again, I don't think the Baylor football program or any of the money-making programs would be decimated by such a decision and it would be perceived as very forgiving on the part of Baylor brass. Instead, they're attempting to extort these recruits and student-athletes instead of just being up front and forthright.
The meeting with the parent yesterday did NOT go well for Baylor. AT ALL.

The idea that the NCAA will have no say on possibly the biggest scandal ever, outside of Penn State, seems silly to me.

And Baylor is delusional if they think they're going to hold their signees hostage.

My guess is they're going to wait as long as possible until their hand is forced like the rest of this story.

[benefactor]

From our conversation yesterday, Burton of 24/7 gives his take on getting a release from an LOI.

Step 1
A recruits sends a request to the NCAA asking out of his LOI.

Step 2
The NCAA notifies the institution in question and the institution is given 30 days to rule on this request.

Step 3
Release is given by school or denied by school.

Step 4
If denied, then the NCAA asks school why release was not granted.

Step 5
NCAA then decides whether or not to grant release regardless of what university had decided. The NCAA, not Baylor, has the final say.

In all, you're looking at a 30-45 day process unless Baylor changes its current course.

Baylor officials have told recruits that they are unwilling to grant recruits a release. At least one such meeting occurred between a Baylor official and the parent of a recruit yesterday.

Baylor is setting itself up for the worst possible kind of PR move.

Baylor would be better off giving a full release to any and all players -- both recruits and current players on their own team -- than try to restrict any student-athlete from moving elsewhere. That would help the Bears during the penalty phase of the NCAA because that is coming in a big, big way. To think otherwise is a fools errand.

If Baylor gave full releases, Baylor would likely keep most of its current players, at least the ones that really matter, and keep some of their recruits. By doing so, they would also look like they are being helpful to kids instead of forcing rules on kids that didn't sign up for this coach or a program and university that is in disarray.

Instead, Baylor is going to try to play hardball with recruits and its student-athletes and they're likely going to get spanked by the NCAA's paddle even harder.

I don't know who is advising Baylor on its tactics with recruits and its football program, but they are setting Baylor up for an even harder fall. Really not smart people.
Good god what a fucking mess. It's like holding your hand up to a hot fire, realizing it's hot and pulling away then thinking you will have a better outcome by sticking your dick in it.

[TFloss32]

WTH!! Looks like the Texas V. Bl#w U Game is on FS1 this year-

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Apparently ABC/ESPN had first pick of ND-Texas game. Fox had next two selections, chose Ohio State-OU 9/17 and Texas-OU 10/8.

Back to ABC next year.

[Biily Ray Valentine]

Baylor's Rivals site is reporting CB Donovan Duvernay has been granted a release by the school.

Doesn't look like they've released Devin...yet.

Odd... Doesn't make sense to release one and not the other. Baylor is writting the book on how not to react to a scandal. They need to try the George Constanza and go against their instincts in every decision and maybe they might get something right.

[TFloss32]

Odd... Doesn't make sense to release one and not the other. Baylor is writting the book on how not to react to a scandal. They need to try the George Constanza and go against their instincts in every decision and maybe they might get something right.

One would think Devin is next, otherwise Baylor needs a new team of advisors.

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Cal game starts at 9:30 on September 17th.

http://texassports.com/news/2016/6/1/football-kickoff-times-set-for-utep-tcu-games.aspx

[TFloss32]

Seven recruits request releases from Baylor along with quotes from parents/players:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/15884704/seven-baylor-bears-recruits-ask-national-letters-intent

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QB Kellen Mond is out.

Baylor has one commitment left in the 2017 class.

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[pgardn]

Good god what a fucking mess. It's like holding your hand up to a hot fire, realizing it's hot and pulling away then thinking you will have a better outcome by sticking your dick in it.

They don't get it.
Either did PSU.

The angles for all the different lawsuits that will be filed will be a geometric wonder.

[TFloss32]

From Baylor 24/7:

"I have been told that chances are Baylor will release prospects from their LOI in some form or fashion after they meet with Coach Grobe if that is their choice."

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Father of OL JP Urquidez.

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[Biily Ray Valentine]

Father of OL JP Urquidez.

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Don't blame him for making this public one bit. Baylor has done the bare minimum and has been late to react to everything. The only way that the 2016 commits get a quick and fair resolution is to bring the media into it. Good for him.

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[pgardn]

Don't blame him for making this public one bit. Baylor has done the bare minimum and has been late to react to everything. The only way that the 2016 commits get a quick and fair resolution is to bring the media into it. Good for him.

Yep.

[bluebellmaniac]

I sure hope this BU stuff ends soon.... I'm running out of popcorn.

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Quote from WR Mannie Netherly of Crosby (24/7):

“(Texas) is at the top of my list,” Netherly said. “They’re still up there. I like everything about it. I like where it’s located. I like Coach (Charlie) Strong’s plan and what he has up there. I like the direction the team is going.”

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Scout reporting Phil Bennett was not given the interim head coaching job at Baylor because he refused to kick six players off of the team.

Three of those players are RB Devin Chafin, RB Shock Linwood and WR KD Cannon.

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[TheMex]

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What does this mean?

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What does this mean?

Shot at Lampkin, imo.

[texas4ever]

He speaks:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cj8yRbUUYAAAcmw.jpg:large

[Biily Ray Valentine]

He speaks:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cj8yRbUUYAAAcmw.jpg:large

He no longer deserves the right to put the word coach next to his name, IMHO. The title of coach is one I put in high regards, right there with Dr. He does the title and profession a disservice.

[texas4ever]

Missouri City Elkins LB Kenneth Murray (https://rivals.yahoo.com/texas/football/recruiting/player-Kenneth-Murray-182859), who picked up a UT offer recently, has released his top 10. The Longhorns make the cut.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cj53GXsUYAACrKx.jpg

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[TFloss32]

WR Devin Duvernay free to sign with any school after Baylor's paperwork error:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/15901528/baylor-bears-recruit-devin-duvernay-free-sign-elsewhere-nli-paperwork-error

[texas4ever]

WR Devin Duvernay free to sign with any school after Baylor's paperwork error:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/15901528/baylor-bears-recruit-devin-duvernay-free-sign-elsewhere-nli-paperwork-error

Way to Baylor! Look for this to be a TCU/Texas battle, from what I'm hearing. From a talent standpoint this would be a no brainer for Texas. He would easily be the best WR in the 2017 class, in the state of Texas.

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[texas4ever]

Bobby Burton still taking it to Baylor, rightfully so:

The father of Copperas Cove OL JP Urquidez says he was told during a sit-down meeting with Craig Jackson of Baylor that no recruit would be given a release until/unless the player "met with" new Bear coach Jim Grobe. Urquidez offered to meet with Grobe immediately but was told Grobe was unavailable.
Well, Grobe met yesterday with Parrish Cobb, a blue chip cornerback from Waco La Vega who wants out of his LOI.
According to someone with knowledge of the meeting, it was intimated to Cobb's father by Grobe that Grobe did not have the authority to give Parrish Cobb a release, that Cobb would have to file an appeal.
So many questions arise from the Baylor head coach being unable to grant a release or not saying a recruit could receive one.
If not Grobe, then who has the authority to grant a release?
If it's not Grobe, then who really is running the Baylor football program?
It's all just absurd.
A college loses its head coach, its athletic director and its president over a cover-up of repeated sexual assaults yet they are attempting to keep recruits to the letter of a law that they themselves couldn't follow.
Furthermore, Baylor has already self-reported what they believe to be NCAA infractions to the NCAA and charged infractions are, according to the LOI itself, one of the ways a recruit can nullify his LOI in the first place.
Add all of this together and Baylor is dragging its feet again. They're unwilling to accept that the consequences of their actions could truly impact their blessed football program. The athletic department and school just smells of a complete and utter mess.
I don't know who is steering the Baylor ship, but it's way off course. Yet again.

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Scout reporting former Baylor commitment, WR Hezekiah Jones of Stafford, plans to visit UT this summer.

http://247sports.com/Player/Hezekiah-Jones-34299

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2492706/hezekiah-jones

[playblair]

chip brown reporting allen will enroll this weekend


I'm hearing unconfirmed reports @JarrettAllen55 (https://twitter.com/JarrettAllen55) has signed scholarship papers with Texas.

[texas4ever]

chip brown reporting allen will enroll this weekend


I'm reading several sites and it does look like the saga is finally coming to an end. We are officially on commitment watch.

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24/7 reporting Texas is the "overwhelming favorite" to land OL Patrick Hudson assuming he's released from his LOI.

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Per OrangeBloods, UT is "the top choice by a wide margin" for RB Kameron Martin if he's released from his LOI.

The coaches' level of interest in Martin is still unknown.

[pgardn]

24/7 reporting Texas is the "overwhelming favorite" to land OL Patrick Hudson assuming he's released from his LOI.

Hugeness.

[Kermit]

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http://www.barkingcarnival.com/2016/6/2/11837522/dennis-dodd-is-a-sucker-for-a-bad-headline

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[pgardn]

Starr is a liar:
Hays: “What about the victim that came forward saying that she had personally sent you an email and Art Briles an email saying in the subject line that she was raped at Baylor. Did you ever see that email?”
Starr: “I honestly may have. I’m not denying that I saw it.”


So he is sent so many emails about rape he can't remember if he saw this one?







Starr: “All I’m going to say is I honestly have no recollection of that.”


Oh. He did not read the rape emails as they seemed unimportant?





Starr: “I honestly have no recollection of seeing such an email and I believe that I would remember seeing such an email. The president of a university gets lots of emails. I don’t even see a lot of the emails that come into the office of the president. I have no recollection. None.”

Oh. His secretary probably screened them so no he did not see it or read it as it merely pertained to rape? This man is a Fckn lawyer... ?

[TFloss32]

Here's a different link if the other doesn't work:

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[benefactor]

Jesus...just tell the fucking truth. There's no amount finagling that will get you to look even the least bit innocent.

[leemajors]

Jesus...just tell the fucking truth. There's no amount finagling that will get you to look even the least bit innocent.

:tu

[texas4ever]

Bobby Burton (24/7) going all in on what happened at Baylor in regards to Duvernay's letter of intent:

I am told by a reputable source that Baylor assistants committed an NCAA infraction when recruiting Devin Duvernay by evaluating him too many times in the spring of 2015 (evaluating Duvernay three times instead of the NCAA allowed upon two times). Only Devin Duvernay, not his twin brother Donovan who also signed with the Bears, was affected because one of the evaluations came at a track meet that Devin participated in but Donovan did not.
I've sent a set of questions outlining these and other issues to Nick Joos of Baylor's media relations department via email and left two voicemails. I've received no return call or email at this time.
I've been in this business for more than 20 years. Never have I ever seen a school fail to submit an LOI/NLI for a blue chip player that sent one to the school. Maybe it's happened somehow, somewhere.
So was it really a clerical error or "mix up" at all?
By not following through and submitting Devin Duvernay's letter of intent, Baylor likely subverted possible NCAA penalties stemming from Duvernay's recruitment. A call to the NLI office about this matter was also not returned.
For their part, the Duvernay family was completely unaware that Baylor did not submit Devin's NLI.
If Baylor and/or the NLI respond, I will add to this post giving them the opportunity to respond.

[texas4ever]

Big 12 votes to have a football conference championship game starting in 2017.

[Kermit]

Big 12 votes to have a football conference championship game starting in 2017.

But but but every game matters?