USC Recruiting News

[WayzUp]

Broadhead Ready To Announce
By Phil Kornblut

OL Ryan Broadhead (6-6 265) of Leesburg, GA plans to announce his decision Wednesday. He has been committed to East Carolina but visited USC last weekend. Broadhead is leaning towards the Gamecocks which means he may not enroll in school until January depending on how the numbers work out on Signing Day.
http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060124/PSPORTS02/60124011/-1/PSPORTS
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How much you wanna bet this is a CYA move for us at TE? There aren't many viable options available at TE & this kid has the size I remember seeing at TE at Florida back in the day. Does anyone know anything about this kid and how athletic he is? Could he fit that role or no?

[Williams-Brice]

No, I don't see him as a tight end. This kid appears to be a greyshirt guy, and I think if there was a chance he could play tight end, then they would do what the could to get him here in the fall. Don't let this Hannah stuff let you believe that we don't have a tight end option. Andy Boyd is back, and he was the starter until he got hurt. Plus, everyone thinks SOS brought in only one 4-star TE last year. He brought in two. Shea McKeen was a TE/DE just as Hannah was. He was moved to DE and redshirted. Hannah was moved to TE and redshirted. Look for McKeen to move back to TE.

We aren't lost without JH. We played all season with our 4th string TE, my friend Carson Askins. Carson is my boy, but he is no Ben Troupe, which is why he is going to law school and not the NFL Draft. A great TE is a plus in this offense, no doubt, but we don't have enough depth (yet) at offensive line to move a kid like this into a TE role.

[WayzUp]

We aren't lost without JH. We played all season with our 4th string TE, my friend Carson Askins. Carson is my boy, but he is no Ben Troupe, which is why he is going to law school and not the NFL Draft. A great TE is a plus in this offense, no doubt, but we don't have enough depth (yet) at offensive line to move a kid like this into a TE role.
Feels wierd to doubt you WB but "a kid like this"? He's a smallish 2-star OL who committed to East Carolina over the likes of UAB & Memphis. With the OL we have committed and those we're probably going to get in the end, where does "a kid like this" fit in on the line? Long snapper or center? :confused:

I see 6'5" and 257 pounds and that's eerily similar to both TE's we got last year. Maybe I'm reading too much between the lines but I don't understand why else we would go after this guy as consistently as we have, all things considered. Askins may be your boy but he isn't built to be the dual-threat (receiving and blocking) TE Spurs always seemed to have back in the day. Those type guys are usually Broadhead's size....but like I said, maybe I'm just reading between the lines too much. :o :)

[Carolina Cowboy]

Broadhead has the frame to build on.He could be a starter after his red shirt year with proper conditioning.SOS knows how to make an average player alot better he must see something in this guy maybe work ethic.

[JerryBeeds]

Broadhead would have been much more highly recruited if he was heavier. Coach Hunt really likes his fundamentals and thinks he has the frame to add 30-40 more lbs. Clemson offered him the same deal (grey-shirt) we did, so I don't feel too bad about it.

[Williams-Brice]

I said at the beginning of this process that if a lineman wanted to come to South Carolina, then we would allow him to sign with us. We have a solid class coming in, but don't let a solid class fool you into thinking we instantly have numbers there. We do, however, have some sort of depth at the tight end position. Boyd, McKeen, and Pavlovic. Plus, everyone is saying Jared Cook is a shoe-in to play tight end. I think that is TBD.

You could be right, WayzUp, and if you are and it works out, then let me know about it. If it works out in our favor, then I'll gladly eat a big bowl of crow. There are a few things about this kid that do lead to believe he could be suited as a tight end. Look at his pictures. There doesn't appear to be much fat on him. Also, his verticle leap is nearly 4 inches greater than Hannah's.

That being said, I don't understand why SOS would bring in an OLineman if the intent was to make him a tight end project. Not with a shallow OL depth chart.

[WoffordCock]

Dude...today is going to be either really good or really bad and right now I'm leaning toward the hopefully really good day... Hope everything tends to go our way this afternoon with all of these guys. I can't stand sitting here at the computer waiting! AHHHHHH!

[WoffordCock]

Sorry bout that last post....to much coffee this morning! :D

[Williams-Brice]

I had to get jacked up on coffee this morning, too. Class from 8-2:20 (I have a short break right now) and class from 5:30-10. I will miss both Hutch and Kylan. However, I don't think I'm going to be shocked with either one. Hutch to USC and Kylan to Miami. I hope Kylan pulls the shocker.

I kinda want to see what happens with Broadhead today, but it's not going to make or break my day.

I just want February 2nd to get here. I need to focus.

[USCGrifter]

I found this article on Tim Hawthorne today. Unfortunately, it contains two quotes from Hawthorne that make me cringe. One, he says that he loved the environment in Athens. He then goes on to say that Sidney is great and that he may leave early after next year.

I know I have thought it (that Sidney) could leave early, but I hope it doesn't come to pass. Also, I wonder who put that thought in his head. Could it have been SOS?

http://www.ajc.com/uga/content/sports/uga/stories/0125recruiting.html

[USCGrifter]

This is from an article in Monday's Charlotte Observer. I though it gave a pretty nice break down of the big names on our board and where they will be visiting.



With few scholarships left to give, the official visits were few over the weekend at USC and Clemson. The Gamecocks had four prospects on campus, the Tigers three.
Kenrick Ellis appears to have chosen USC but won't make an official announcement until Signing Day. He also considered Rutgers, Tennessee and N.C. State. Emmanuel Cook, who is close friends with Ellis, has also visited Ole Miss, Rutgers and N.C. State and will visit Minnesota this weekend.
Ryan Broadhead has been committed to East Carolina but is considering a USC offer to enroll in January unless they have the room to bring him in earlier. He plans a decision this week.
Tim Hawthorne said he had a "real, real nice" visit to USC. He has also been to Georgia and Auburn officially and Alabama unofficially, though the Crimson Tide is not much of a factor with him. Hawthorne met Sunday night with Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer and will visit either Tennessee or Louisville this weekend. He said Auburn is his current leader, with USC No. 2. He plans to announce Jan. 30 on an ESPN network.
Craig Stevens was delayed in leaving Clemson on Sunday and won't fly home until this morning. He had previously visited Maryland, Alabama, Auburn and UCLA.
Players still on USC's board making other visits this weekend were committed offensive lineman Heath Batchelor to Arkansas, offensive lineman Daron Rose to Florida, defensive back Chris Duvalt to Illinois, running back Kylan Robinson to Miami, defensive end Byron Isom to Michigan State, defensive end Adam Patterson to N.C. State, defensive end Brian Whitmore to Virginia, defensive end Dekoda Watson to Tennessee, defensive lineman Gavin Smith to Virginia, tight end Dennis Godfrey to Virginia, offensive lineman Hutch Eckerson to Virginia Tech, committed defensive lineman Olufemi Ajiboye to Virginia Tech and committed defensive back Captain Munnerlyn to West Virginia.
Batchelor said he had a good visit to Arkansas but remains committed to USC. Robinson said he had a good visit to Miami and will announce Wednesday between USC, Miami and Ohio State. Patterson had a very good visit to N.C. State but did not commit. He will visit Auburn this coming weekend. He has also been to USC, Michigan and Tennessee and said Sunday all the schools are even with him. Whitmore changed his visit to Virginia from USC late last week. He is looking at visiting USC or Virginia Tech this coming weekend. Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier is to have an in-home visit with him Thursday. He is also considering Maryland and North Carolina.
Watson had a good visit to Tennessee but did not commit. He has also visited USC and Florida State and will visit Virginia Tech this weekend. Eckerson said he is down to USC and Virginia Tech and is working on his decision. Spurrier will meet with him Tuesday. Smith, who had been favoring the Gamecocks after making his official visit to Columbia, committed to Virginia on his visit and said Sunday it is a firm, final decision. Ajiboye said Sunday he had a good trip to Virginia Tech but was sticking with his commitment to USC. Munnerlyn said Sunday he had a good visit to West Virginia but remains firmly committed to USC. He will visit Kansas State this weekend

[Williams-Brice]

Please, please, please don't put any stock into what Hawthorne says until he announces on 1/30. I almost lost my mind doing so.

Also, I never been to an SEC campus without enjoying the atmosphere. I've been to USC, UGA, UF, UT, Vandy, UK, Bama, and Auburn. Visits to SEC schools are enjoyable regardless of where they are. Even Vandy. Don't put stock into the fact that he enjoyed Athens. I enjoy Athens and hate it all the same.

[USCGrifter]

This article talks about "The U" losing QB Devlin and picking up another RB committ. They also got a dual-threat QB out of AK. Anyone else hope that Robinson doesn't want to get bogged down on Miami's depth chart and have to compete with a running QB for carries?

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-umfoot25jan25,0,1260160.story?coll=sfla-sports-headlines

[USCGrifter]

And in case anyone is starting to feel like I am loading this board up with boring articles then I apologize, but I have another 6 hours to go at work and absolutely nothing to do to pass the time.

[palmettocock]

And in case anyone is starting to feel like I am loading this board up with boring articles then I apologize, but I have another 6 hours to go at work and absolutely nothing to do to pass the time.

no way, we love reading anything and everything about our gamecocks. In case you havent noticed theres 452 pages of "boring" articles, and we still love them :cool: Thanks for posting!

[pc72687]

Yeah, this forum is perfect for Gamecock fans because everyone puts all their findings in one place so it makes it where we all can see them. It is a mutual sharing. That is why even though this forum was started last year it is still going strong.

I still pose the question of what is the record for longest forum, because we have to be getting close.

[USCGrifter]

I don't know where the video of Kylan Robinson that was posted a while back came from, but I was still bored and managed to find the Sunshine Preps site

(http://64.237.99.126//component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,1/)

which has a huge archive of videos of recruits from the sunshine state.

Just be prepared, cuz it may take a while for the video to download if you are trying to stream it.

[USCGrifter]

The clip of Reggie Odom is great. He gets a pick and takes it all the way back for a TD.

[USCGrifter]

However, the footage of Cook is just down right nasty. That kid looks as though he could run through a brick wall if he tried hard enough. It seems like the only way he would go down is if he either got tripped or someone jumped on his back.

[GTmorris1970]

I don't see where it has been posted, but Eckerson will announce his decision at 1:30 pm. Let's hope he says Gamecocks!!!

[bleedsgarnet]

i believe we get eckerson, patterson, ellis, broadhead and one other. A suspect class ends up developing into a stud class..I think if we get those guys and keep recruiting like that, we will have a chance at an sec title.....I said that last part for gt..haha..go cocks

[RW13]

I found this article on Tim Hawthorne today. Unfortunately, it contains two quotes from Hawthorne that make me cringe. One, he says that he loved the environment in Athens. He then goes on to say that Sidney is great and that he may leave early after next year.

I know I have thought it (that Sidney) could leave early, but I hope it doesn't come to pass. Also, I wonder who put that thought in his head. Could it have been SOS?

http://www.ajc.com/uga/content/sports/uga/stories/0125recruiting.html

I actually think Sidney is the only good skill player who would actually stay with us. I think he'll leave before his RS Senior year, but I do think we get 2 more seasons with him, he's so smart and very nice and I don't think he'll be led along like KO and JJ and he doesn't have an evil, lazy stepfather like Troy Williamson, Rice is the man all around....

[WDavE]

I actually think Sidney is the only good skill player who would actually stay with us. I think he'll leave before his RS Senior year, but I do think we get 2 more seasons with him, he's so smart and very nice and I don't think he'll be led along like KO and JJ and he doesn't have an evil, lazy stepfather like Troy Williamson, Rice is the man all around....


From what I understand Isom is yours... Congrats!

For those of you keeping score.... It's now 1 to 1 with two fights left....

Patterson and Hawthrone.....

[OmahaBound]

Eckerson's a Gamecock.... add another 4-star OL to the list!

[SPURED]

Hutch and Broadhead have both commited to us!!!

[Carolina Cowboy]

That is great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Go Cocks,Robinson and Isom are next. :D

[JerryBeeds]

We are doing a really good job of filling our needs.

[Carolina Cowboy]

The pieces of the puzzle are coming into place. :D

[JerryBeeds]

I read on another board that Isom committed. Anyone else hear this?

[Carolina Cowboy]

From what I understand Isom is yours... Congrats!

For those of you keeping score.... It's now 1 to 1 with two fights left....

Patterson and Hawthrone.....
I would like to wish you good luck, but I just can't do it. It's not my nature. ;)

[Carolina Cowboy]

I read on another board that Isom committed. Anyone else hear this?
Wdave is making that same report. :D

[pc72687]

So far so good with today's announcements. Now if it will just continue......

[RW13]

How many stars is Isom out of curiousity?

[WoffordCock]

According to Rivals we are now #24 nationally!!!!!....heres to hopefully rising a few more spots before the week is done. :D

[WoffordCock]

Isom is a 3 Star...

[WDavE]

It came down to which side of the line that Isom wanted to play on. You guys offered him at D-Line... Auburn's staff was pretty heads up with him and told him that we wanted him on the O-Line... Can't fault a kid for doing what he really wants to do....

I have also been told that we hold a slight lead with Patterson with him visiting us this coming weekend.
We shall see if my sources are correct and can be believed.... LOL!

[RW13]

Do we have a RB that might committ to us soon? I had heard rumors of that...

[IrmoCock]

I said at the beginning of this process that if a lineman wanted to come to South Carolina, then we would allow him to sign with us. We have a solid class coming in, but don't let a solid class fool you into thinking we instantly have numbers there. We do, however, have some sort of depth at the tight end position. Boyd, McKeen, and Pavlovic. Plus, everyone is saying Jared Cook is a shoe-in to play tight end. I think that is TBD.

You could be right, WayzUp, and if you are and it works out, then let me know about it. If it works out in our favor, then I'll gladly eat a big bowl of crow. There are a few things about this kid that do lead to believe he could be suited as a tight end. Look at his pictures. There doesn't appear to be much fat on him. Also, his verticle leap is nearly 4 inches greater than Hannah's.

That being said, I don't understand why SOS would bring in an OLineman if the intent was to make him a tight end project. Not with a shallow OL depth chart.

I agree with everything you said, except the part about the depth at TE. I'm not sure we can count of any of those guys. I know that McKeen is supposed to be talented, but he's never played TE in college, so it will be an adjustment for him. I hope he can do it, but you just never know. As far as Boyd goes, his return to full strength is far from certain. Believe me, I hope he comes back with the same mobility and strength, but I would be more surprised if he did than if he didn't. As far as Pav goes, I hope he can remember the snap count, b/c he is a motion penalty waiting to happen.

All that said, I believe Coach Spurrier can make it work. He's got a way of making the best out of whatever he's got to use, so I'm not going to lose too much sleep over this.

Also, here's hoping that one of these dudes proves me wrong and becomes a superstar.

[WDavE]

Just a little bit of humor.....

I may be the only non-USC fan here that knows where Irmo is located along with Monks Corner and Goose Creek.....

Is Ninety Six still a town or has it grown and have a new name now?

[IrmoCock]

It came down to which side of the line that Isom wanted to play on. You guys offered him at D-Line... Auburn's staff was pretty heads up with him and told him that we wanted him on the O-Line... Can't fault a kid for doing what he really wants to do....

I have also been told that we hold a slight lead with Patterson with him visiting us this coming weekend.
We shall see if my sources are correct and can be believed.... LOL!

Classy post, WD. I wish these kids well whether they choose to become cocks or not. Btw, I sure hope your source is wrong. ;)

[Williams-Brice]

WDE, where do you get that Isom has committed to us? I am not questioning you or your source; I just want to see it finalized. You know what I mean.

[JerryBeeds]

Just a little bit of humor.....

I may be the only non-USC fan here that knows where Irmo is located along with Monks Corner and Goose Creek.....

Is Ninety Six still a town or has it grown and have a new name now?

Ninety-six is still there. You wouldn't recoginize Irmo if you went there now. It's huge! It's really blown up over the last few years.

[Carolina Cowboy]

It came down to which side of the line that Isom wanted to play on. You guys offered him at D-Line... Auburn's staff was pretty heads up with him and told him that we wanted him on the O-Line... Can't fault a kid for doing what he really wants to do....

I have also been told that we hold a slight lead with Patterson with him visiting us this coming weekend.
We shall see if my sources are correct and can be believed.... LOL!
Wdave you have been pretty good with Berry and Isom ,the split. I think it will come down to USC and NC STATE.

[WDavE]

I have a frind or two on the Auburn staff and my local high school head coach (My oldest sons coach) has some connections to the Auburn staff and we are close friends.
I use to do the Auburn Football Review Show and I worked with Jim Fyffe for many years..

The way I know that Isom is probably yours. CTT cancelled his at home visit with Isom.. It was scheduled for Friday.....The only reason that I could and my source come up with the reason why... Isom has decided....

[USCGrifter]

I have no idea about whther or not Ninety-Six has grown, but believe me when I say that I know Goose Creek and Moncks Corner. I grew up in Goose Creek. After 17 years of that you can see why I went to USC and then moved up to Charlotte.

But as bad as Goose Creek was, its still lightyears ahead of Kingstree, SC and Lake City, SC.

[WDavE]

I have no idea about whther or not Ninety-Six has grown, but believe me when I say that I know Goose Creek and Moncks Corner. I grew up in Goose Creek. After 17 years of that you can see why I went to USC and then moved up to Charlotte.

But as bad as Goose Creek was, its still lightyears ahead of Kingstree, SC and Lake City, SC.

To tell you how old that I am... I was in the first graduating class ever from Goose Creek High....

[USCGrifter]

Thats awesome. I finally met someone from Goose Creek who was also smart enough to move away from Goose Creek.

[USCGrifter]

My folks still live there, along with a ton of family. And all the family that isn't split between Goose CReek, Moncks Corner and Summerville (AKA civilization) live around Kingstree and Lake City, which are out near Florence

[rabidcock]

I have a friend or two on the Auburn staff and my local high school head coach (My oldest sons coach) has some connections to the Auburn staff and we are close friends.
I use to do the Auburn Football Review Show and I worked with Jim Fyffe for many years..

The way I know that Isom is probably yours. CTT cancelled his at home visit with Isom.. It was scheduled for Friday.....The only reason that I could and my source come up with the reason why... Isom has decided....

You know, I and others are greatful that we have several Cocks here who are knowledgeable and/or have access to inside info they are willing to share; it enriches the site, especially to Cock fans concerning this thread, in particular.

And we also would like to thank you WDave (and I know I speaks for my USC brothers) for sharing your Auburn/USC information with us.

[Williams-Brice]

Hey, wasn't Moe Thompson smart enough to move away from Goose Creek? The three of y'all should get together. Just kidding of course.

[WDavE]

LOL!

I was military brat.... I also went to Stall High School and Remount Road Elementary. We lived in Charleston or that area four different times.


Take no offense to this..... I went to USC and my degree is from there... The only reason for this was that my tution to Auburn or Georgia Tech would have been more then double....

The Wofford name that pops up here brings back old memories... I had an offer from them to play basketball for them along with several others....I wanted to play for Frank but other then Bobby Cremmins there wasn't a big call for 6' 4" power forwards.... LMAO!

[rabidcock]

Take no offense to this..... I went to USC and my degree is from there... The only reason for this was that my tution to Auburn or Georgia Tech would have been more then double....

So you naturally have some loyalties to US(C)?

[WDavE]

So you naturally have some loyalties to US(C)?
I hate Clemson! Does that not count?

I feel that my background gives me the best of all worlds....

USC grad and I hate Clemson!

Auburn fan and I hate Bama! :)

To answer your question..

My SEC teams in order...


!. Auburn (My choice after being around them so much)
2. USC (my degree)
3. Ole Miss (my entire extended family lives there and have degrees from there.) I was born there.....

[TrueGCFan]

I know you all already know this but here's the reports from Korn:

Eckerson Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
Shrine Bowl OL Hutch Eckerson (6-6 270) of Lumberton, NC announced a commitment to USC shortly after 1:30 PM Wednesday. "I'm going to continue my career at the University of South Carolina," Eckerson told the gathering at his school's library. "The connection I made with the young guys on the team was important. They have the stuff to take them to the top. There's an opportunity there nobody else could offer. USC has never been on top. It's a chance for me to be a part of that. Nobody else offered me that. Coach Spurrier is a great guy and a great coach and he got me believing I can be an asset to the team and help take South Carolina to the top. It was definitely a hard decision. I couldn't make a bad decision." Eckerson also visited Virginia, NC State and Virginia Tech with the decision coming down to the Gamecocks and Hokies. Eckerson played left tackle for Lumberton High. He has good speed and gets on his blocks well. He gets upfield well and makes blocks. He's also a good pass blocker. He averaged 10 knockdown blocks per game.

[TrueGCFan]

Broadhead Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
OL Ryan Broadhead (6-6 265) of Leesburg, GA has officially switched his commitment over from East Carolina to USC. "He committed to South Carolina last night," his coach David Johnson said Wednesday. Broadhead visited USC last weekend. His commitment comes with the understanding that he may not be brought in until January due to the scholarship numbers. Broadhead had over 60 pancake blocks this season and graded out at 91%.

[USCGrifter]

Hey, wasn't Moe Thompson smart enough to move away from Goose Creek? The three of y'all should get together. Just kidding of course.

Funny you should say that. Moe Thompson went to my rival HS and actually partied a lot with my brother back home when he was not in football season . . . . . . . I am glad I never really partied with my brother.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Does anybody know if they wait untill jan to bring in broadhead. Will his commit count for this years class or next years class

[FLgamecockJAX]

If we wait til January, it will be because this class is full. So, he will count against next years class.

[USCGrifter]

Can someone tell me if we are recruiting Cook as a LB or RB or DB? I know he is listed as a LB on scout and a safety on rivals. He's only 5'9" and 200lbs so I doubt he'd be a LB (unless he was redshirted and asked to put on at least 15 lbs to play the weak side). DB and RB seem the most logical, but If anyone can shed some light on this I would appreciate it.

[JerryBeeds]

From everything I've read, we are recruiting Cook as a RB.

[WDavE]

It is being reported on the Auburn boards now that CTT will not visit Isom......
Again! Congrats!

But only for a short time...... LOL!

[uscrules]

Looking at his video, he looks to be a fast fearless runner. Of course, that is high school, The SEC is a lot different. But 4.4 speed plays anywhere.

[GTmorris1970]

I know you all already know this but here's the reports from Korn:

Eckerson Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
Shrine Bowl OL Hutch Eckerson (6-6 270) of Lumberton, NC announced a commitment to USC shortly after 1:30 PM Wednesday. "I'm going to continue my career at the University of South Carolina," Eckerson told the gathering at his school's library. "The connection I made with the young guys on the team was important. They have the stuff to take them to the top. There's an opportunity there nobody else could offer. USC has never been on top. It's a chance for me to be a part of that. Nobody else offered me that. Coach Spurrier is a great guy and a great coach and he got me believing I can be an asset to the team and help take South Carolina to the top. It was definitely a hard decision. I couldn't make a bad decision." Eckerson also visited Virginia, NC State and Virginia Tech with the decision coming down to the Gamecocks and Hokies. Eckerson played left tackle for Lumberton High. He has good speed and gets on his blocks well. He gets upfield well and makes blocks. He's also a good pass blocker. He averaged 10 knockdown blocks per game.

We have the number 5 OL class in the nation right now!!! :cool:

[TrueGCFan]

We have the number 5 OL class in the nation right now!!! :cool:
I'm shocked we're not higher.

[Williams-Brice]

Yeah, I think he'll get a look at running back first. I was going on the impression that I think he'd be a good safety when I listed him as a visitor last weekend. He may end up there, but he will get a fair look at RB.

[OmahaBound]

I'm shocked we're not higher.

We'd probably be tied for 2nd with UCLA if Andrews wasn't a 2-star. But we needed a quality center so I certainly don't regret picking that kid up.

[GTmorris1970]

I'm shocked we're not higher.

Me too. I think we will move up once signing day arrives. We still have a couple of great prospects. Notre Dame is first. Not sure about 2, 3, and 4. Perhaps someone can help?

[GTmorris1970]

Broadhead Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
OL Ryan Broadhead (6-6 265) of Leesburg, GA has officially switched his commitment over from East Carolina to USC. "He committed to South Carolina last night," his coach David Johnson said Wednesday. Broadhead visited USC last weekend. His commitment comes with the understanding that he may not be brought in until January due to the scholarship numbers. Broadhead had over 60 pancake blocks this season and graded out at 91%.

This kid runs a 4.9 40 as well. Bench presses 330. :cool:

[OmahaBound]

Me too. I think we will move up once signing day arrives. We still have a couple of great prospects. Notre Dame is first. Not sure about 2, 3, and 4. Perhaps someone can help?

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/TeamRank.asp?sort=0&year=2006&type=2

I doubt we'll jump any higher unless we got Rose, but that seems unlikely at the moment. Either way, no one in the nation has more 4-star OL lineman in the nation (though ND has four 4-star AND one 5-star).

[RW13]

How many OL did we get and were they all 4 star?

[OmahaBound]

we have 8 committed so far....four 4-star, two 3-star, and two 2-star. one of the 2-stars committed even though he was told beforehand he will likely be grayshirted. he was an ECU commit, but Clemson and others tried to make the same deal with him that we did for the grayshirt.

[autiger1126]

looks like AU has stopped recruiting Isom, they might have even pulled the offer, not sure on that. Good luck with him gamecocks. I think he was a better fit for you guys anways because he wanted to play the DL.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Korn is reporting that robinson will sighn with miami :(

[WoffordCock]

Robinson Expected To Play For Canes
RB Kylan Robinson (6-1 215) of Tampa will announce his college choice tonight around 7:00 PM. Robinson had narrowed his decision to USC, Miami and Ohio State. According to a source familiar with his recruiting Robinson is expected to announce for Miami.

not looking good, but still hoping!!!!

[pc72687]

We will know in a short time. But not to many of us actually expected him to sign with us anyways. But we sure wouldn't mind a little Wenesday evening surprise.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Gamecock central is reporting that kylan robinson will play for Miami :(

[Carolina Cowboy]

Robinson Picks Miami
By Phil Kornblut
RB Kylan Robinson (6-1 215) of Tampa did commit to Miami today according to Chamberlain High assistant coach Brian Turner. He picked Miami over USC and Ohio State. "It was a hard choice for him," Turner said. "He really liked all the schools but it's been his boyhood dream to go to Miami. He really liked coach Reaves and coach Gillespie at South Carolina." Robinson rushed for 1600 yards and 11 touchdowns this season. :(

[WoffordCock]

DANG......i guess i really already knew though....

[Dr. Pepper]

Robinson Picks Miami
By Phil Kornblut
RB Kylan Robinson (6-1 215) of Tampa did commit to Miami today according to Chamberlain High assistant coach Brian Turner. He picked Miami over USC and Ohio State. "It was a hard choice for him," Turner said. "He really liked all the schools but it's been his boyhood dream to go to Miami. He really liked coach Reaves and coach Gillespie at South Carolina." Robinson rushed for 1600 yards and 11 touchdowns this season. :(

Yeah, well, he's an idiot. jk :p Good luck in Miami, Kylan.

[Carolina Cowboy]

I hate to see ayoung man base a decision on a program on the down turn. He did not give one highlight about the football itself. All the offensive coaches have been fired but thats okay? He does not know if he will like his new coach because they don't have one yet. Go figure :eek:

[cocky4ever]

I havent kept up with recruiting as much this season as I have in some past ones. However, I pretty much figured from the start that Robinson would pick Miami. Im not that worried about where stand as far as our backfield. I would've liked to pick up a great running back, but it wasnt a top priority this year. We have Cory Boyd coming back. I said for the past two years that he was the most complete offensive player we have on the roster. He can run fast,run hard, has nice moves,can block well, and can catch out of the back field well. We have also seen a nice progression of Mike Davis over the first year. With those two in the back field for a few more years I feel much better about our backfield. A much more interesting battle for starting spot will occur at the QB position this Spring.....

[Carolina Cowboy]

We did have great day with eckerson,broadhead,and it looks like Isom. I am surprised that SOS has not gotten one play maker in this class.It's not over yet but it looks like a stretch.

[GTmorris1970]

I havent kept up with recruiting as much this season as I have in some past ones. However, I pretty much figured from the start that Robinson would pick Miami. Im not that worried about where stand as far as our backfield. I would've liked to pick up a great running back, but it wasnt a top priority this year. We have Cory Boyd coming back. I said for the past two years that he was the most complete offensive player we have on the roster. He can run fast,run hard, has nice moves,can block well, and can catch out of the back field well. We have also seen a nice progression of Mike Davis over the first year. With those two in the back field for a few more years I feel much better about our backfield. A much more interesting battle for starting spot will occur at the QB position this Spring.....

I agree. We now have Boyd back, with Wallace and Davis with a years experience. We have Taylor Rank this year as well. I really liked watching Rank in practice. Does not mind being hit, nor does he mind laying a lick of his own. What this means is fresh legs for 60 minutes. I would not be surprised to see Wallace moved around some in various formations due to his speed. :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

We did have great day with eckerson,broadhead,and it looks like Isom. I am surprised that SOS has not gotten one play maker in this class.It's not over yet but it looks like a stretch.

Like I have said before, Spurrier knew what he needed this year and has excelled in getting it. We still are in the mix for a couple of 4 star WR's, and from numerous sources I have been hearing we have at least one silent commitment. We are looking good IMO. :cool:

[Carolina Cowboy]

GT what is your guess on the silent?

[GTmorris1970]

GT what is your guess on the silent?

To be totally honest I am not sure. It could be 5 or 6 different people. I wish it were Hawthorne, but I don't foresee him coming here. There are some who apparently know who it is, but they are keeping very tight lipped about it. I would love to see us finish out this class with with a couple of 4 star DL and a four star WR. That would just be icing on the cake. I truly foresee us landing one or two more 4 star players. :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

Kenrick Ellis could quite possibly be the guy. He is a 4 star DL who I really expect to commit to us.

[Carolina Cowboy]

I can see Ellis and Patterson coming to USC but that would not be a surprise from what I have read. Do you think Sapp could be the ace in the hole? :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

I can see Ellis and Patterson coming to USC but that would not be a surprise from what I have read. Do you think Sapp could be the ace in the hole? :cool:

He could be. I keep hearing from people who say they are "in the know" that he is strongly considering Carolina, and then other people say no way. That one will be interesting. It does not sound like he will make an official visit here.

[Carolina Cowboy]

I still think we have a chance to pull one out of the hat Carlos Brown,Lou eliades,or maybe Cook

[GTmorris1970]

I still think we have a chance to pull one out of the hat Carlos Brown,Lou eliades,or maybe Cook

I agree. Cook has been sounding pretty positive.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Ajiboye Rethinking Plans
By Phil Kornblut
USC commitment DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA, met Wednesday with Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer and said Wednesday night that while still committed to USC, he is wavering on the commitment. "The visit went good," he said. "I could change my mind. We just talked a lot of football and how I could fit in up there." USC recruiters Ron Cooper and Ty Nix met with Ajiboye Tuesday. He hopes to firm up a decision by the weekend. :confused:

[GTmorris1970]

Ajiboye Rethinking Plans
By Phil Kornblut
USC commitment DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA, met Wednesday with Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer and said Wednesday night that while still committed to USC, he is wavering on the commitment. "The visit went good," he said. "I could change my mind. We just talked a lot of football and how I could fit in up there." USC recruiters Ron Cooper and Ty Nix met with Ajiboye Tuesday. He hopes to firm up a decision by the weekend. :confused:

VT and Auburn have really been a thorn in our side this recruiting year.

[GTmorris1970]

Does anyone know if there will be players announce tonight or not, or is it over for the day?

[WoffordCock]

no more tonight that are planned but there are a few more planned for this week....

[Carolina Cowboy]

I think it's over for tonight. Mitchell is going to choose lsu or usc 8pm thurs.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Josh Johnson would be huge for us this weekend.

[GTmorris1970]

Josh Johnson would be huge for us this weekend.

Yes he would.

[WoffordCock]

Ajiboye Rethinking Plans
By Phil Kornblut
USC commitment DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA, met Wednesday with Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer and said Wednesday night that while still committed to USC, he is wavering on the commitment. "The visit went good," he said. "I could change my mind. We just talked a lot of football and how I could fit in up there." USC recruiters Ron Cooper and Ty Nix met with Ajiboye Tuesday. He hopes to firm up a decision by the weekend.

that kinda sucks...but I would trade one 3 star OL for a 3 Star LB in johnson....

[Carolina Cowboy]

He is a four star DT and he is a beast.

[cocky4ever]

Does anyone else think that our staff wasnt really prepared to bring in some top notch DB's just in case KO and Joseph left early?? That position suddenly became a concern with their departure and we werent really looking at recruiting players to fill their shoes. With their departure along with Stockstills I think that area will suffer this recruiting year and it will show up on the field for at least one season. Not saying that our pass defense will be all that bad, just not what we are used to seeing over the past few seasons.

[GTmorris1970]

Update. Gamecockcentral is reporting tonight that things are looking good with Cook and Ellis, and they may well be Gamecocks.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Does anyone else think that our staff wasnt really prepared to bring in some top notch DB's just in case KO and Joseph left early?? That position suddenly became a concern with their departure and we werent really looking at recruiting players to fill their shoes. With their departure along with Stockstills I think that area will suffer this recruiting year and it will show up on the field for at least one season. Not saying that our pass defense will be all that bad, just not what we are used to seeing over the past few seasons.
I think that will be a big issue because we will not have alot of scholarships to give out next year.However, in 05 we sighned some quality db not to mention carlos thomas new roll. Championship teams hav depth at all positions.

[Carolina Cowboy]

A side note usc is beating florida 53-41 with 7:31 to go GO COCKS!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[rabidcock]

A side note usc is beating florida 53-41 with 7:31 to go GO COCKS!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

looks like Odum's boys finally did it. This may be a great confidence booster.

USC 68-#5 FL 62.

[WoffordCock]

holy cow.... I called this today (not really thinking it would happen) but I was talking to a friend about how we might not have a great team this year but that they thought the same thing last year and we stuck it to UK....thats crazy that we actually did it. Go cocks...hopefully this will be a steping stone for the rest of the season and they can get their stuff together.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Remember we lost to uga and UK at the buzzer. I think we are a better team than our fan base thinks. Not a great team but can compete with anybody in the sec. East that is!!!!!!!!!!!

[Carolina Cowboy]

Back to recruiting I think we finish with Ellis,cook,Isom,Patterson,and a steal.

[GTmorris1970]

Back to recruiting I think we finish with Ellis,cook,Isom,Patterson,and a steal.

I'll take it!!!! :D

[Carolina Cowboy]

I forgot Josh Johnson on that list. :cool:

[Williams-Brice]

If anyone is saying there is a silent commit, then it is Ellis for sure. His high school coach said last weekeend that Ellis has informed his choice school's coaching staff about his decision. I think Ellis and Cook are both Gamecocks, but they haven't told anyone other that SOS and Co.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Hawthorne has decided to visit the vols this weekend?

[Williams-Brice]

Does anyone else think that our staff wasnt really prepared to bring in some top notch DB's just in case KO and Joseph left early?? That position suddenly became a concern with their departure and we werent really looking at recruiting players to fill their shoes. With their departure along with Stockstills I think that area will suffer this recruiting year and it will show up on the field for at least one season. Not saying that our pass defense will be all that bad, just not what we are used to seeing over the past few seasons.

There was no need to bring in any DBs unless they were blue chippers in this class. If you include Carlos Thomas, we brought in 8 DBs last year. We also redshirted the majority of them. Mark my word, Carlos Thomas will end up being a better player than we ever could have dreamed JJ to be. Also, with Cook and Stewart coming in, you will see a very good battle between them, Sinclair, and Banag for the safety vacancy Ko left us.

[GTmorris1970]

If anyone is saying there is a silent commit, then it is Ellis for sure. His high school coach said last weekeend that Ellis has informed his choice school's coaching staff about his decision. I think Ellis and Cook are both Gamecocks, but they haven't told anyone other that SOS and Co.

I respectfully disagree. It is no secret where Ellis and Cook are expected to go. You could be right, but I believe it is someone else. :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

I personally believe and hope it could be Jared Mitchell, 4 star WR. On his recruiting page, Carolina is the only school with a HIGH rating.

[uscrules]

I would like to see us get one big time RB or WR. Who knows, this stuff is wild.

[Carolina Cowboy]

GT Ihpe your correct. I think he is LSU bound.

[Carolina Cowboy]

GT on rivals and scout he list lsu and usc high?

[Williams-Brice]

I respectfully disagree. It is no secret where Ellis and Cook are expected to go. You could be right, but I believe it is someone else. :cool:

Well, if they aren't silently committed here, then they are silently committed somewhere else because per Ellis's coach, they have committed.

[GTmorris1970]

GT on rivals and scout he list lsu and usc high?

I have not seen Scout. He is listed high on Rivals. Carolina is the only school with a high rating. Everyone else is medium.

[Carolina Cowboy]

The SEC has eight teams in the top 25. :D

[GTmorris1970]

Well, if they aren't silently committed here, then they are silently committed somewhere else because per Ellis's coach, they have committed.

Ellis has narrowed to 4 schools, and is still working on his decision. He will announce on signing day, but everything I have read and heard it looks really good for Carolina.

[GTmorris1970]

This stuff kills me. I cannot wait until next week so we can get this over with!!! :D

[Williams-Brice]

Yeah man, I agree with you. It seems like Ellis is doing his best Hawthorne imitation. He told rivals the information you just gave. He did that right after he told his coach he committed and the coaching staff knew. I believe that info was from PK.

I need this to be over with. I have got to start studying for everything.

[GTmorris1970]

4 4 star OL so far and a four star defensive tackle so far if he remains committed to us. I'm lovin it!!!

[pc72687]

I just hope the 4 star DT stays committed because he is one of our better commits right now.

[USCGrifter]

http://florida.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=505019

this article talks about who Hawthorne will visit last (looking like TN at this point) and says that Ellis HS teammates are starting to work on getting him to committ to Rutgers. I just hope that they are too late.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

Ajiboye Rethinking Plans
By Phil Kornblut
USC commitment DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA, met Wednesday with Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer and said Wednesday night that while still committed to USC, he is wavering on the commitment. "The visit went good," he said. "I could change my mind. We just talked a lot of football and how I could fit in up there." USC recruiters Ron Cooper and Ty Nix met with Ajiboye Tuesday. He hopes to firm up a decision by the weekend. :confused:

Didn't Beamer get pissed at Spurrier last season for still recruiting a kid after he'd already committed to VT? I don't see a problem with it but if Beamer criticizes it then this is kinda hypocritical huh? Or maybe he's just out for revenge. :rolleyes:

[uscrules]

Probably out for revenge, but if he can talk a guy into going there, then he probably didn't want to come here in the first place. Maybe it is better if he leaves mow. (ala Hannah)

[JerryBeeds]

....Eckerson, a Lumberton, N.C., native rated as a four-star prospect by Rivals.com, chose the Gamecocks over Virginia Tech because of the camaraderie he felt on his Jan. 13 recruiting visit to USC.

He fielded congratulatory phone calls Wednesday from two other USC commitments — quarterback Chris Smelley of Tuscaloosa, Ala., and offensive lineman Kevin Young of Tampa. The three plan to live together next year in Columbia.....

http://www.thestate.com/mld/thestate/sports/13717136.htm

[JerryBeeds]

I like seeing that our QB of the future is rooming with his two (future) starting tackles. Builds a nice chemistry for game day.

[USCGrifter]

At least Mack Brown didn't criticize Les Miles for stealing his QB last year after he got a verbal (at least not to my knowledge). Although I still hate that fact that Mack Brown basically begged for that BCS spot in the Rose Bowl last year.

Everyone knows that every recruit is fair game until signing day. If you can make a kid change his mind after a verbal, then have at 'em. It's all part of the game.

[USAFGAMECOCK]

At least Mack Brown didn't criticize Les Miles for stealing his QB last year after he got a verbal (at least not to my knowledge). Although I still hate that fact that Mack Brown basically begged for that BCS spot in the Rose Bowl last year.

Everyone knows that every recruit is fair game until signing day. If you can make a kid change his mind after a verbal, then have at 'em. It's all part of the game.

I agree.....I was just pointing out that the very thing Beamer is doing, he bashed Spurrier for last year. They're all fair game.

[Williams-Brice]

It's very possible that Ajiboye could decommit and go with VT. Afterall, this kid almost committed to Illinois after his visit in December. Then, he immediately committed to us on his visit here. I never thought he made up his mind really. However, I believe it is a possitive thing that Olufemi did not commit on his trip to Blacksburg, and he only rated the visit a 7. Also, don't think our coaches are going to take this lying down. Nix will talk to him everyday, and convince him to keep his committment. He'll be a Gamecock, but I sense drama.

[pc72687]

It is either drama or he likes to see his name in the sites again. They kinda drop out of sight once they commit. He is a player though and I would hate to lose him.

[WoffordCock]

Isn't someone supposed to announce today?

[SPURED]

On Gamecock Central there is a big buzz going around that one of the guys we are recruiting,(No Name Given) REALLY REALLY wants to be a gamecock and was very close to commiting to us a couple of times but is being pressured Very heavily to hold his commitment. alot of the posters have made some good posts about who it could be and why he feels pressured.

I honestly Believe it is Ricky Sapp, with the whole suprise visit that was "Supposed" to happen this past weekend and the rumors that he feels he has made a mistake with his clemson commitment, this could be true. it seems to me that someone is helping him become elligable and in return for them helping him he has to commit to clemson, even though he really wants to be a gamecock, feeding him wrong information about his eligabality. i hope this is not happening to him but if it is i hope someone gets to the bottom of it and everything works out for Ricky.

also there is a buzz that Michigan is a MAJOR player in the race for Patterson. more than anyone could imagine right now. however i think we are still the leader for his services but michigan is coming on strong.

[Williams-Brice]

I doubt anyone at Ricky's high school is helping him get eligible. His guidance counselor is a Gamecock fan. Sorry, I can't reveal my source on that one.

[Williams-Brice]

Jared Mitchell announces at 8 ET tonight.

[bleedsgarnet]

heres a couple of of tidbits from a reliable source...first...jonathan hannah left because he was pissed that we redshirted him..spurrier felt like it was a waste of a year to play him hurt..hannah did not feel that way..hannah gained 20 lbs and missed some workouts..spurrier being spurrier, said that if he wasnt happy at carolina he could hit the door...hannah hit the door...the second tidbit is about the above post...from what i gather, carlos brown wanted badly to be a gamecock. His family wouldn't have any of it. they wanted him to go to georgia. Carlos didnt mesh well with richt at all...out of spite he picked michigan to get away from all the crap..he may be leanin..

[GamecockinIL]

heres a couple of of tidbits from a reliable source...first...jonathan hannah left because he was pissed that we redshirted him..spurrier felt like it was a waste of a year to play him hurt..hannah did not feel that way..hannah gained 20 lbs and missed some workouts..spurrier being spurrier, said that if he wasnt happy at carolina he could hit the door...hannah hit the door...the second tidbit is about the above post...from what i gather, carlos brown wanted badly to be a gamecock. His family wouldn't have any of it. they wanted him to go to georgia. Carlos didnt mesh well with richt at all...out of spite he picked michigan to get away from all the crap..he may be leanin..

BG...thanks much for the post. I think your sources make a lot of sense on both of these issues.

Hannah - Big shot player, thinks he's the one in charge, doesn't like the decision of the man who's really in charge, get's challenged, takes the cheap way out. Not that I like the scenario, but it completely makes sense to me.

Brown - Since his original decision shocked nearly everyone, the idea that you have posted holds a lot of validity. Could definitely see that one being the "mystery/surpise announcement", even if it doesn't actually happen.

Good job!

[Williams-Brice]

Carlos Brown has already enrolled at Michigan. That was the whole point to him announcing in December.

[SPURED]

since my last post, the thread were they where discussing that issue has been deleted. wich is kinda wierd considering they dont delete any posts on that site. they have like a million threads a day saying the same thing. also rumor has it that johnson will still make his visit this weekend but we may have decided to back off of him. so i dont know exactly what is going on there

[SPURED]

I doubt anyone at Ricky's high school is helping him get eligible. His guidance counselor is a Gamecock fan. Sorry, I can't reveal my source on that one.
it may not be anyone at his school is what i read from someone on gamecockcentral. this is all rumor but it could have legs.

[WayzUp]

....Eckerson, a Lumberton, N.C., native rated as a four-star prospect by Rivals.com, chose the Gamecocks over Virginia Tech because of the camaraderie he felt on his Jan. 13 recruiting visit to USC.

He fielded congratulatory phone calls Wednesday from two other USC commitments — quarterback Chris Smelley of Tuscaloosa, Ala., and offensive lineman Kevin Young of Tampa. The three plan to live together next year in Columbia.....

http://www.thestate.com/mld/thestate/sports/13717136.htm
When I get my Xbox 360, Chris Smelley's Leadership is going straight to 99. :D

[GTmorris1970]

Jared Mitchell announces at 8 ET tonight.

To LSU I am hearing. :(

[GTmorris1970]

It's very possible that Ajiboye could decommit and go with VT. Afterall, this kid almost committed to Illinois after his visit in December. Then, he immediately committed to us on his visit here. I never thought he made up his mind really. However, I believe it is a possitive thing that Olufemi did not commit on his trip to Blacksburg, and he only rated the visit a 7. Also, don't think our coaches are going to take this lying down. Nix will talk to him everyday, and convince him to keep his committment. He'll be a Gamecock, but I sense drama.

Sounds like he is still VERY likely to ink with Carolina on signing day. That is from several sources. It was close, but no cigar for Beamer. :D

[GTmorris1970]

Two other quick notes. We ARE STILL IN THE HUNT for Hawthorne. Spurrier Jr. is visiting him again today along with Ron Cooper. Things are looking GREAT for Ellis coming to Carolina still. Most sources are saying he is ours. That is one, possibly two more 4 star recruits. Hawthorne IMO would be the biggest recruit by far in this class if there is any way we can land him.

[bleedsgarnet]

isnt ellis gonna have to go juco? i heard he had no grades or test score

[GTmorris1970]

isnt ellis gonna have to go juco? i heard he had no grades or test score

I haven't heard that. Maybe someone else can chime in on that one.

[GTmorris1970]

since my last post, the thread were they where discussing that issue has been deleted. wich is kinda wierd considering they dont delete any posts on that site. they have like a million threads a day saying the same thing. also rumor has it that johnson will still make his visit this weekend but we may have decided to back off of him. so i dont know exactly what is going on there

It is due to past disciplinary problems. May still bring him in. I am hearing the coaching staff wants to meet him this weekend before deciding. :cool:

[OmahaBound]

ellis' SAT score is fine, but his GPA is really low ( i think i read around 2.2 or something). but he still has one semester of school to go, so maybe if he gets decent grades this semester he'll be fine. i have no idea what GPA he would need to obtain to be eligible though.

[GTmorris1970]

ellis' SAT score is fine, but his GPA is really low ( i think i read around 2.2 or something). but he still has one semester of school to go, so maybe if he gets decent grades this semester he'll be fine. i have no idea what GPA he would need to obtain to be eligible though.

Ok, now I do remember hearing that. They believe he will be fine though, correct?

[JerryBeeds]

Carlos Brown has already enrolled at Michigan. That was the whole point to him announcing in December.

That's what I was thinking. I hated to miss out on that kid. With a back like that, we could have made a serious run for the east next season.

[scfan5338]

That's what I was thinking. I hated to miss out on that kid. With a back like that, we could have made a serious run for the east next season.


We still can make a serious run for the east next season. People are forgetting how good Cory Boyd really was. He is going to be the starter for us next year and he fits in sooo well in Spurrier's offense.

[scfan5338]

To LSU I am hearing. :(


Don't really matter to me. I dont think we need WR's. Moe Brown is going to be a beast if he gets his chance.

[GTmorris1970]

Don't really matter to me. I dont think we need WR's. Moe Brown is going to be a beast if he gets his chance.

We always need 4 star talent. Spurrier likes a lot of depth at WR. Keeps the legs fresh and the speed a comin. :D

[cocky4ever]

Anyone have any info on how close Carlos Thomas and Ajiboye are since they went to the same highschool?

[Carolina Cowboy]

Ajiboye Changes Decision
By Phil Kornblut
DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA has decommitted from USC and committed to Virginia Tech. Ajiboye confirmed his new decision Thursday night. :eek:

[cocky4ever]

Ajiboye Changes Decision
By Phil Kornblut
DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA has decommitted from USC and committed to Virginia Tech. Ajiboye confirmed his new decision Thursday night. :eek:
Who wants to take bets on how fast Spurrier takes a jab at Beamer for being a hypocrite :rolleyes:

[WoffordCock]

i say not very long....

[cocky4ever]

Ajiboye Changes Decision
By Phil Kornblut
DL Olufemi Ajiboye (6-2 275) of College Park, GA has decommitted from USC and committed to Virginia Tech. Ajiboye confirmed his new decision Thursday night. :eek:
Where did you hear this at?

[Carolina Cowboy]

WWW.PalmettoSports.com

[cocky4ever]

WWW.PalmettoSports.com
Thanks for the link.

Beamer must've done some serious talking last night.... I must admit that Im kinda pissed about Beamer being a hypocrite. Im not mad that he kept recruiting Ajiboye, just that he did after whining like a baby about Spurrier doing something similar last year. Its ultimately Ajiboyes decision so whatever decision he makes Im not gonna say what is best for him. However, I must say that as more and more time goes by I like Beamer and his VT program less and less.

[GTmorris1970]

Where did you hear this at?

I heard it on sports talk radio on the way to work.

[pc72687]

I hate that we lose a high profile recruit like that but like someone said earlier he kinda goes with whoever he speaks with last. So maybe some other college will go talk to him and he'll decommit and go with them. Who knows. Cory Boyd is a great back and will do wonders for our offense next year. He will take it from plausible to legit.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Daron Rose is down to three FSU,MICH,and USC. In the future I see us winning these close races. :cool:

[BENTLEY]

if its not to much trouble could someone post an updated commitment list
i dont get to get on the site to often.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Isom Still Looking Like USC
By Phil Kornblut
DL Byron Isom (6-3 260) of Lovejoy, GA said Thursday night he continues to be a very strong lean to USC. Isom said he doesn't want to go public yet with a commitment. He is scheduled to officially announce his commitment on Monday. Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville is scheduled to visit Isom Friday though he said Thursday he's not sure if that visit will still take place. :D

[Carolina Cowboy]

Cook Down To Two
By Phil Kornblut
RB Emmanuel Cook (5-11 200) of Palm Beach Gardens, FL has narrowed his list to USC and NC State according to his coach Kevin Flurey. “It’s neck and neck,” Flurey said. “He’s got a lot of decision making to do. He’s looking hard at both schools. He’s got a former teammate at NC State and his girlfriend is going to go to school near there. But he likes the Spurriers. And he and Kenrick Ellis have talked about going to the same school. They want to play together.” Cook plans to announce his decision on Signing Day between 9:15 and 9:45 in the morning.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Ellis Looks Good For USC
By Phil Kornblut
The official word won't come until Signing Day at 9:00 AM, but signs continue to point towards USC for DL Kenrick Ellis (6-5 335) of Lake Worth, FL. "It looks good for South Carolina," said Leonard High head coach Brian Coe Thursday afternoon. Ellis visited USC January 20th. He also visited Rutgers and Tennessee. He also considered NC State. This season Ellis had 67 tackles with 13 for losses and 7 sacks.

[WayzUp]

Mitchell Commits To LSU
By Phil Kornblut
WR Jared Mitchell (6-0 195) of New Iberia, LA committed Thursday night to LSU over USC.
http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060126/PSPORTS02/60126009/-1/PSPORTS

Gratz teaux yeux, LSU. Hey, that rhymes! :p

[GTmorris1970]

Mitchell Commits To LSU
By Phil Kornblut
WR Jared Mitchell (6-0 195) of New Iberia, LA committed Thursday night to LSU over USC.
http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060126/PSPORTS02/60126009/-1/PSPORTS

Gratz teaux yeux, LSU. Hey, that rhymes! :p

Dog gone it. I really wanted him. :o

[Carolina Cowboy]

Gamecock cental has Josh Johnson scheduled for a visit this week end. Although, he has been taken off thier board? :confused:

[Williams-Brice]

This has been a terrible few hours. Dropped Johnson, lost Mitchell, lost Ajiboye.

I can't believe how hypicritcal Beamer was with this situation. Get this. Ajiboye committed to VT this weekend, and Beamer told him not to go public with it until Signing Day. He wanted it to floor Spurrier. Shows a lack of class not because he stole a recruit but because of the way he acted about it last year and the way he wanted Olufemi to keep it a secret.

I still say this one isn't over, yet.

[GTmorris1970]

Gamecock cental has Josh Johnson scheduled for a visit this week end. Although, he has been taken off thier board? :confused:

I know they have somewhat backed off of him due to past disciplinary problems.

[GTmorris1970]

This has been a terrible few hours. Dropped Johnson, lost Mitchell, lost Ajiboye.

I can't believe how hypicritcal Beamer was with this situation. Get this. Ajiboye committed to VT this weekend, and Beamer told him not to go public with it until Signing Day. He wanted it to floor Spurrier. Shows a lack of class not because he stole a recruit but because of the way he acted about it last year and the way he wanted Olufemi to keep it a secret.

I still say this one isn't over, yet.

I think your last sentence says it all. This ain't over yet........ :cool:

[OmahaBound]

I know it's unlikely, but how funny would it be if Ajiboye tells Beamer that he's 100% committed and then he sends his fax in to Columbia like Hannah did last year?

[Carolina Cowboy]

All i can say is hawthorne,rose,ellis,cook,patterson,watson,isom,an d long shot geathers and duvault.

[pc72687]

Maybe,maybe not. Many say he might not even make it to college because he might get drafted into the MLB.

[GTmorris1970]

All i can say is hawthorne,rose,ellis,cook,patterson,watson,isom,an d long shot geathers and duvault.

For me, Hawthorne and Ellis would make all this pain go away........ :D Oh yeah, and throw a couple of those others in for good measure.

[GTmorris1970]

I know it's unlikely, but how funny would it be if Ajiboye tells Beamer that he's 100% committed and then he sends his fax in to Columbia like Hannah did last year?

We have been Punk'd!!!! :D :D

[Carolina Cowboy]

I would rather have Rose and Patterson.

[GTmorris1970]

I would rather have Rose and Patterson.

I want em all!!! LOL Hawthorne would help with our loss tonight, although I would love to have had both. And, Hawthorne would bring our ranking up for what thats worth. :)

[GTmorris1970]

I would rather have Rose and Patterson.

Dude, your right about Patterson. He is ranked higher than Ellis. My bad!!! :eek:

[GTmorris1970]

Maybe we can somehow still land Ellis and Patterson. DT would be stacked!!! LOL

[Carolina Cowboy]

I am sticking with my early prediction,Ellis Cook,patterson,Isom,and a steal /-johnson

[Carolina Cowboy]

Dude, your right about Patterson. He is ranked higher than Ellis. My bad!!! :eek:
I think rose is the best player on our board.

[GTmorris1970]

I am sticking with my early prediction,Ellis Cook,patterson,Isom,and a steal /-johnson

Just read Josh Johnson has been dropped by Carolina. They will not offer him.

[GTmorris1970]

Several people are now predicting Sapp and Geathers to be our early Christmas gifts...... :cool:

[Carolina Cowboy]

I don't think that is credible insight GT. They aren't presents if you can't put them under the tree.

[GTmorris1970]

I don't think that is credible insight GT. They aren't presents if you can't put them under the tree.

:D :D :D True, but we can put em on Clemson!!!! :p

[scfan5338]

Any word on Dekota Watson???? Isn't he pretty much FSU bound because be was born a FSU fan. I hope we get him because we really need DL help.

[GTmorris1970]

Josh Johnson will be visiting K. State this weekend. He will not be coming to Carolina for a visit.

[GTmorris1970]

Any word on Dekota Watson???? Isn't he pretty much FSU bound because be was born a FSU fan. I hope we get him because we really need DL help.

Lemme check for ya. :) PS I think we have DL help coming.

[GTmorris1970]

Any word on Dekota Watson???? Isn't he pretty much FSU bound because be was born a FSU fan. I hope we get him because we really need DL help.

Don't see any updates on him, but I am about to post a possible interesting scenario.

[GTmorris1970]

Here is an interesting scenario I have seen, and would bring the number to 28, which seems to be the magic number. This would be AWESOME!!!

RB Cook 3 star
WR Hawthorne 4 star
DL Ellis 4 star Isom 3 star and Patterson 4 star
CB Duvalt 4 star

[Williams-Brice]

All of those guys are possibilities except for Duvalt. I don't think he'll be here.

Just a point of clarification even though it really doens't matter: Josh Johnson is visiting Oklahoma State, not KState. Doesn't matter, however.

[GamecockinIL]

There are some disappointments that have developed in the last few hours, but I still say that this has been a successful recruiting season for one main reason...

We've recruited for our needs, and our needs are linemen. One of our glaring weaknesses year in and year out is the lack of a real presence on either side of the line. Sure we've had a few good linemen here and there, but never a unit on either side of the ball who can really get it done.

I'm just flat out excited to see us getting the beef.

[GTmorris1970]

All of those guys are possibilities except for Duvalt. I don't think he'll be here.

Just a point of clarification even though it really doens't matter: Josh Johnson is visiting Oklahoma State, not KState. Doesn't matter, however.

You are correct, it is Oklahoma State. I was just reading about another playing visiting K State. Sorry about that.

[GTmorris1970]

There are some disappointments that have developed in the last few hours, but I still say that this has been a successful recruiting season for one main reason...

We've recruited for our needs, and our needs are linemen. One of our glaring weaknesses year in and year out is the lack of a real presence on either side of the line. Sure we've had a few good linemen here and there, but never a unit on either side of the ball who can really get it done.

I'm just flat out excited to see us getting the beef.

Ditto. Looks like more to come also, at least on the defensive side. :cool:

[GamecockinIL]

Just had a thought...

For the first time ever, the answer to the famous Wendy's question might be South Carolina!

Where's the Beef?

[GTmorris1970]

Just had a thought...

For the first time ever, the answer to the famous Wendy's question might be South Carolina!

Where's the Beef?

We certainly have some very talented individuals coming in on both lines. I welcome them all!!!!

[GTmorris1970]

It is being reported that Ajiboye told Beamer during his official visit he was going to VT. Beamer asked him to keep it quiet for a few days so that Carolina could not make contact with him and try to encourage him to change his mind.

[GamecockinIL]

It is being reported that Ajiboye told Beamer during his official visit he was going to VT. Beamer asked him to keep it quiet for a few days so that Carolina could not make contact with him and try to encourage him to change his mind.

What in the world has happened to Beamer? I've never been a fan, but I at least respected what he has accomplished at VT. Last few years though, it's like their program, and Beamer, are headed toward Miami thuggery of old. :eek:

[GTmorris1970]

What in the world has happened to Beamer? I've never been a fan, but I at least respected what he has accomplished at VT. Last few years though, it's like their program, and Beamer, are headed toward Miami thuggery of old. :eek:

Yes, I am losing much respect for them. :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

Has the entire Gamecock nation in an uproar. He is obviously trying to create a duel with SOS. He is picking on the wrong one. Cannot wait to hear SOS comments on this latest event. :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

It has been posted that Sapp confirmed on a radio interview tonight that he is 100% committed to Clemson. Mark him off the list I suppose as he has no visit scheduled to Carolina.

[WayzUp]

Plans Change For Johnson

By Phil Kornblut
LB Josh Johnson (6-2 245) of Georgia Military JC will not make an official visit to USC this weekend. "They called and said they had filled up," Johnson said Thursday night. Johnson instead will visit Oklahoma State this weekend. He has visited Florida.
___________

We can speculate all we want on who the remaining ones are but Spurrier & Co. have all the commits they want. That sounds good to me considering those still left on our board....landing in the Top 20/Top 25 with a class made up primarily of OL & DL, I'll take it! :) :cool:

[GTmorris1970]

Plans Change For Johnson

By Phil Kornblut
LB Josh Johnson (6-2 245) of Georgia Military JC will not make an official visit to USC this weekend. "They called and said they had filled up," Johnson said Thursday night. Johnson instead will visit Oklahoma State this weekend. He has visited Florida.
___________

We can speculate all we want on who the remaining ones are but Spurrier & Co. have all the commits they want. That sounds good to me considering those still left on our board....landing in the Top 20/Top 25 with a class made up primarily of OL & DL, I'll take it! :) :cool:

They have ALMOST all the ones they want.......There are a couple left on that board they would kill for. He planned on about 28 this year. ;)

[WayzUp]

They have ALMOST all the ones they want.......There are a couple left on that board they would kill for. He planned on about 28 this year. ;)
Right, but this was from within the last day or so. If they have 24 now & want 28, that tells me we have 4 already in the bag plus a couple others we're extremely tight with. To be so confident in the players on our board that we're now telling players like Josh Johnson we're the ones not interested?? That's a beautiful thing. :)

I really like the looks of this class...it is exactly what we needed. Build the foundation, coach up the ones who touch the ball. Ta da! :D

[GTmorris1970]

Right, but this was from within the last day or so. If they have 24 now & want 28, that tells me we have 4 already in the bag plus a couple others we're extremely tight with. To be so confident in the players on our board that we're now telling players like Josh Johnson we're the ones not interested?? That's a beautiful thing. :)

I really like the looks of this class...it is exactly what we needed. Build the foundation, coach up the ones who touch the ball. Ta da! :D

Oh yes, I agree. I'm sure the staff has a pretty dog gone good idea of who on that board is coming. There are always surprises, but I'm sure they feel pretty confident at this point. :)

[GTmorris1970]

What exactly is a greyshirt? Does anyone know?

[Cianne]

A comic book hero !

But seriously, here's Dandy Don's definition:

A Grey Shirt player is a player who committed to a school in the last recruiting class but does not sign because of scholarship shortage.

[rabidcock]

What in the world has happened to Beamer? I've never been a fan, but I at least respected what he has accomplished at VT. Last few years though, it's like their program, and Beamer, are headed toward Miami thuggery of old. :eek:

He's no doubt pissed about the Jonathan Hannah thing from last year, whereby Hannah, though "committed" to VT, made a last-minute switch to US(C). He made a big to-do about this last season, as Hannah was the 4th-ranked tight end prospect in the nation last year.

I guess he wants to get "even". :eek: :rolleyes:

[scfan5338]

Gamecocks Central is reporting that Daron Rose has eliminated one team out of contention. I think he was looking at Florida and now if you look at his profile, he has eliminated them. Good news for us. Now its USC, FSU, and Michigan. I still think he is FSU bound.

[scfan5338]

You guys remember how upset all of us USC fans were when Lou Eliades picked Penn State? Well now, Garrett Anderson (USC commit) is ranked higher than Lou Eliades, looks like we don't miss him any more. Garrett Anderson is rated 5.9!!! He is almost at 6.0-6.1 range to make him a 5-star OL!

[scfan5338]

After losing Olufemi Ajiboye USC recruiting class has dropped from No. 24 in the country to No.31 according to Rivals.com

[GTmorris1970]

After losing Olufemi Ajiboye USC recruiting class has dropped from No. 24 in the country to No.31 according to Rivals.com

I think it will rise again!!!! :D

[GTmorris1970]

A comic book hero !

But seriously, here's Dandy Don's definition:

A Grey Shirt player is a player who committed to a school in the last recruiting class but does not sign because of scholarship shortage.

Thanks buddy!!! :)

[pc72687]

Garret Anderson will be a great lineman for us. Him, Kevin Young, Chris Smelley, and Rodney Paulk are my picks to be the impact players for this class thus far. All of them have the attitude, the work ethic, and the athletic ability to make great things happen for the boys in the garnet and black.

I think if Spurrier and company are turning recruits away they have an idea on who is coming. They did the same thing last year and the results turned out pretty well I'd say (Murdock and Hannah (though he has since decided to move on).

[GTmorris1970]

Garret Anderson will be a great lineman for us. Him, Kevin Young, Chris Smelley, and Rodney Paulk are my picks to be the impact players for this class thus far. All of them have the attitude, the work ethic, and the athletic ability to make great things happen for the boys in the garnet and black.

I think if Spurrier and company are turning recruits away they have an idea on who is coming. They did the same thing last year and the results turned out pretty well I'd say (Murdock and Hannah (though he has since decided to move on).

I agree the staff has an idea. Do you have any predictions?

[IrmoCock]

What exactly is a greyshirt? Does anyone know?
Ususally, a greyshirt agrees to enroll in January and count against the next year's recruiting class. This is what Mychal Belcher is doing right now. It's also what Ko did a couple of years back.

[scunyon]

After losing Olufemi Ajiboye USC recruiting class has dropped from No. 24 in the country to No.31 according to Rivals.com

I don't really buy into the recruit ranking mess; it's nothing but conversation fuel (that I happen to be enjoying, but I digress...) that turns an already competitive process into a cut throat competition.

Just list the classes by school and let that be it. One kid doesn't make or break a class and for that matter, he (and others) may go on to be the next big star or could be a real bust and stink up the field.

[OmahaBound]

One kid doesn't make or break a class and for that matter, he (and others) may go on to be the next big star or could be a real bust and stink up the field.

The best example of that might be SoCal's recruiting class a few years ago. They had Reggie Bush, LenDale White, and WR Steve Smith in the same recruiting class, yet some WR that I've never heard of was the "star" of that class at the time according to a recent cnnsi article.

[Williams-Brice]

A greyshirt actually does sign. Due to each school being allowed to sign as many players as they want yet only able to bring in a grand total of 25, a number of kids may be asked to enroll in January.

So, the truth is that greyshirts sign this year but count towards next year's class. We just don't know who will have to do it.

[Williams-Brice]

I don't really buy into the recruit ranking mess; it's nothing but conversation fuel (that I happen to be enjoying, but I digress...) that turns an already competitive process into a cut throat competition.

Just list the classes by school and let that be it. One kid doesn't make or break a class and for that matter, he (and others) may go on to be the next big star or could be a real bust and stink up the field.

You are right about one kid not making or breaking a class, yes. However, do you think it's a coinsidence that, for the most part, the teams that traditionally bring in the Top 10 recruiting classes are the teams that traditionally are competing for Conference and National Championships?

[LedCock]

You are right about one kid not making or breaking a class, yes. However, do you think it's a coinsidence that, for the most part, the teams that traditionally bring in the Top 10 recruiting classes are the teams that traditionally are competing for Conference and National Championships?

Win and they will come. But it doesn't matter to me where we end up ranked as far as recruiting. I trust Spurrier's eye for talent over an arm chair QB anyday.

[GTmorris1970]

So we are filling up the cupboard right now for the future!!! Sounds great....Sorry guys, was not sure exactly what the greyshirt thing meant.

[pc72687]

I agree the staff has an idea. Do you have any predictions?

I think for them to turn away talent like Josh Johnson it must be someone at least as good if not better. Everyone has said that Isom, Ellis, and Cook are essentially gamecocks. That brings us up to 25 total. That leaves 2-3 missing. If I had to guess, I say Hawthorne and Rose. That might just be a wild guess, but I just feel those two want to be gamecocks. Rose dropped a team, and it wasn't SC that helps. He really like his visit and knows that there is a spot waiting for him next year if he joins. Hawthorne had an amazing visit and knows that Spurrier will get him the ball. Plus playing beside someone like Rice has to be appealing. I have been wrong before and will be wrong again. I just hope not on this.

[WayzUp]

Spurrier Meets With Godfrey
By Kevin McCrarey

USC coach Steve Spurrier flew up to Sanford, NC this morning to visit TE Dennis Godfrey (6-4 260). According to his coach, Godfrey is no longer considering Virginia and is down to Clemson, USC, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest. He has been committed to the Demon Deacons. Godfrey will visit Virginia Tech this weekend and announce his final choice on Signing Day.

Any insider info on this guy anyone? Not too hard to understand why Spurrier flew up to see him....

[bleedsgarnet]

I am just gonna say this...Hannah pretty much screwed us over....The timing is pretty bad..Now we have to get in late with a tight end and hope he feels the magic.....i have zilcho respect for that kid.....on another note i see captain munnerlyn is starting to milk it a bit..This is a quote.."I believe i will still be a gamecock because usc can take me to the next level"...he immediately replies, "but who knows," referring to his upcoming visit this weekend with k state...He may be a "captain" now, but whoever is is head coach will be the "general"..I could not, in any way, be a recruiter..i could not play the kiss butt game..I dont know how steve does it..Steve is definitely realizing that he is at carolina when he has to coddle to a two star kid who was not even rated a month ago...Steve has been back slapped with reality..He would not even be talking to that kid if he was at Florida.. I would tell his butt to pound sand...I have noticed that this is the time these kids have some limelight and i believe thier true character comes out....I could care less if he signs with us now..

[GTmorris1970]

I think for them to turn away talent like Josh Johnson it must be someone at least as good if not better. Everyone has said that Isom, Ellis, and Cook are essentially gamecocks. That brings us up to 25 total. That leaves 2-3 missing. If I had to guess, I say Hawthorne and Rose. That might just be a wild guess, but I just feel those two want to be gamecocks. Rose dropped a team, and it wasn't SC that helps. He really like his visit and knows that there is a spot waiting for him next year if he joins. Hawthorne had an amazing visit and knows that Spurrier will get him the ball. Plus playing beside someone like Rice has to be appealing. I have been wrong before and will be wrong again. I just hope not on this.

I love your way of thinking brotha!!!! :D I sincerely hope you are correct.

[GTmorris1970]

Spurrier Meets With Godfrey
By Kevin McCrarey

USC coach Steve Spurrier flew up to Sanford, NC this morning to visit TE Dennis Godfrey (6-4 260). According to his coach, Godfrey is no longer considering Virginia and is down to Clemson, USC, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest. He has been committed to the Demon Deacons. Godfrey will visit Virginia Tech this weekend and announce his final choice on Signing Day.

Any insider info on this guy anyone? Not too hard to understand why Spurrier flew up to see him....

I will see if I can find out. :cool:

[Williams-Brice]

I am just gonna say this...Hannah pretty much screwed us over....The timing is pretty bad..Now we have to get in late with a tight end and hope he feels the magic.....i have zilcho respect for that kid.....on another note i see captain munnerlyn is starting to milk it a bit..This is a quote.."I believe i will still be a gamecock because usc can take me to the next level"...he immediately replies, "but who knows," referring to his upcoming visit this weekend with k state...He may be a "captain" now, but whoever is is head coach will be the "general"..I could not, in any way, be a recruiter..i could not play the kiss butt game..I dont know how steve does it..Steve is definitely realizing that he is at carolina when he has to coddle to a two star kid who was not even rated a month ago...Steve has been back slapped with reality..He would not even be talking to that kid if he was at Florida.. I would tell his butt to pound sand...I have noticed that this is the time these kids have some limelight and i believe thier true character comes out....I could care less if he signs with us now..

I understand your logic and the way you are thinking. However, the reason Rivals rated him as a 2-star is due to the fact that his high school coach did not submit any film to Rivals. No one at Rivals has ever seen this kid. We don't know how good he is. The coaches at Carolina, WVU, and KState found this kid all on their own, and they obviously like what they see.

I don't like his uncertainty, but I can't see him going to KState. They are in major rebound mode. Let's just all remember that these kids haven't signed with anyone. It's disappointing to see that he is going to visit elsewhere, yes, but what would you think if a kid was committed somewhere else and decided to visit here anyway. It has already happened a couple times this year.

[Williams-Brice]

Spurrier Meets With Godfrey
By Kevin McCrarey

USC coach Steve Spurrier flew up to Sanford, NC this morning to visit TE Dennis Godfrey (6-4 260). According to his coach, Godfrey is no longer considering Virginia and is down to Clemson, USC, Virginia Tech and Wake Forest. He has been committed to the Demon Deacons. Godfrey will visit Virginia Tech this weekend and announce his final choice on Signing Day.

Any insider info on this guy anyone? Not too hard to understand why Spurrier flew up to see him....

I think we came in way too late. The general thought on this kid is that if he does not sign with WF, then he will be a tater.

[GTmorris1970]

Just heard on sportstalk radio that Hawthorne is on his way to Tennessee for an official visit this weekend.

[pc72687]

It is kinda a dead period right now because we are waiting for th