USC Recruiting News

[Williams-Brice]

NEO, we're not going to take Keith Graham, and Jeremy Davis won't qualify this year.

[Neo]

NEO, we're not going to take Keith Graham, and Jeremy Davis won't qualify this year.


I heard about that, but I'm just too lazy to change it. LOL! :laugh:

[pc72687]

Why did we change our mind about Graham? I didn't know much about him anyways but I was just curious as to why.

[Williams-Brice]

WR recruiting on the high school front went about as well as it could this year, and Graham is still iffy on qualifying. Speaking of wide receivers, don't be surprised if we can take the lead on Brandon Gibson after this weekend. He's been an Alabama lean for months, but the coaching uncertainty has caused him to want to take other visits. Couple that with the fact that his player host will probably be one of his best friends (Captain Munnerlyn), and Carolina could leave this weekend right in the thick of thigs with Gibson.

[gamecockdroc]

So as of right now we have 20 commits and we may end up with 5 more at the beginning of next week (Allen,Lecorn,Barnes,Matt Williams, and Sam Pope). Does this sound right? Anymore commits possible after this weekend that anyone else knows of?

[waldo]

I am hearing that we are getting a commit from Wesly Saunders. Can any comfrim this?
Had so guys that we are the NC Shrine Bowl Pratice and were told from a guy there that #79,wesly saunders, had commited to us.

[Williams-Brice]

So as of right now we have 20 commits and we may end up with 5 more at the beginning of next week (Allen,Lecorn,Barnes,Matt Williams, and Sam Pope). Does this sound right? Anymore commits possible after this weekend that anyone else knows of?

I look for Allen, Lecorn, and Barnes to be Gamecocks by the end of Tuesday. Mat Williams could be the next, as he will decide after visiting Louisville this weekend. We haven't offered Sam Pope, but if we do, then he'll commit on the spot, as he said he would. We are sitting in the top spot with Auguste and Weslye Saunders, but I expect that Saunders may need to hurry up and commit, or we will be full.

We've got 20 commitments. Here's how I see the rest falling:

21. Mark Barnes
22. Dion Lecorn
23. Antonio Allen
24. Mat Williams
25. Akeem Auguste
26. Carlos Dunlap
27. X
28. Y

[pc72687]

Well that is as strong of a finish as anyone can hope for.

[gamecockdroc]

Thanks for the post WB, pc is right that is about as strong a finish as we could ever hope for. This is awesome, I love it

[Williams-Brice]

Definitely. I can remember in years past when we had something like 10 commitments, if we were lucky, at this point in the process, and we'd had to spread out our efforts. Now we are on par with many of the perrenial powerhouses in terms of numbers, and we can concentrate solely on the big names we have left on our board.

It's a great time to be a Gamecock.

[Williams-Brice]

Keep in mind that what I just did was a projection. We are still very much in the thick of things with Weslye Saunders, Josh Bynes, and Jarrell Miller. We may sign 30 in this class with the way our staff has worked things.

[GamecockDieHard]

What happens if we do "fill" our spots but some stud(s) switch to us? Are we obligated to those that have verbally commited? Obviously, there's an element of doing the right thing by someone, but I'm just wondering. So many people are talking about X and Y. IMO, X and Y had better be faster than a bullet and be able to stop trains. 'Cause they could have helped us with recruiting if they could have gotten over themselves long enough to pull the trigger. If we have an onslaught of highly prized recruits, what happens? A bunch of gray-shirts?

[Carolina Cowboy]

WB I think that Gibson will commit to USC after this weekend.

[TaySC]

Keep in mind that what I just did was a projection. We are still very much in the thick of things with Weslye Saunders, Josh Bynes, and Jarrell Miller. We may sign 30 in this class with the way our staff has worked things.

A Clemson fan that I know claims that he has some inside sources for USC recruiting..... :whistle:

He says that we are taking 30 in this class and that 3 will not qualify and we pretty well know this.

I sure hope we don't lose all 3 to academics........

[gamecockdroc]

Remeber that the kids that are already verbally committed want to be gamecocks (Please keep that in mind) and I'll tell you that if the coaches feel strong enough to offer in the first place, they are studs already. Spurrier has character and I seriously doubt he would ask a commit to step back because someone else came along later in the process. If Spurs was not confident about the commit he would not accept it in the first place. WB put so well earlier today that this coaching staff knows exactly what there doing and not like the coaches in the past who offered everyone and hope they will come.

So to answer your question, no we would not do that, we would tell the stud we are full or he would have to greyshirt.

[larryt4111]

WB don't get the big head on this, BUT YOU ARE THE SHINING STAR [BAR NONE] ON THIS BOARD WHEN IT COMES TO RECRUTING !

Thanks for all the info that you are able to pass along without putting your self or your job in jeopardy.
I appreciate it !

[FLgamecockJAX]

Some are saying that this is one of the X and Y's:


Ajiboye Now Looking At Clemson & USC
By Phil Kornblut
Hargrave Military Academy, VA coach Robert Prunty said Friday afternoon his standout DL Ladi Ajiboye (6-2 275) is now very interested in Clemson and USC along with Virginia Tech, the team with which he signed last February and placed him at Hargrave when he did not qualify. "I talked to him yesterday and he expressed that interest," Prunty said. Prunty said he does not allow players placed at his school but a current staff to make official visits to other schools while they are enrolled at Hargrave. "That's something I won't be a part of," he said. So, Ajiboye is not taking an official visit anywhere this weekend. However, Ajiboye is fully qualified and will return to his home in Atlanta Wednesday. At that point Prunty says he is on his own to do as he pleases. "We'll just have to wait and see what he does," he said. "It will be his choice.' Ajiboye actually committed to USC before signing with Virginia Tech. His last two seasons at Banneker High School he totaled 140 tackles with 9 sacks.

[SPURED]

i think the X and Y are Ajiboye(Booya) and Gilchrist from Clemson.

[SPURED]

if any of you are interested in seeing Pat Dimarco in action, and some of the playmaking ability this kid has, watch these videos. they are recaps and highlights of his teams play off games this year. kid is a playmaker where ever he plays.

Dimarco Video 1 (http://www.fridaynightfootball.net/GOWRecap/2006/Week13.wmv) Dimarco Video2 (http://www.fridaynightfootball.net/GOWRecap/2006/Week14.wmv) Dimarco Video 3 (http://www.fridaynightfootball.net/GOWRecap/2006/Week15.wmv)

[gamecockdroc]

December 15, 2006
Barnes Expected To Commit To USC Saturday
By Phil Kornblut
WR Mark Barnes (6-3 195) of Richland Northeast is expected to announce a commitment to USC Saturday shortly after the conclusion of the Shriine Bowl Game in Spartanburg. Barnes said Friday he'll get together with media members on the field to make his declaration. Barnes also considered Louisville, but he has built a strong relationship with the Gamecock coaching staff over the past year, and he also has liked how the staff has recruited him focusing more on his academics that football skills. Many college coaches consider Barnes to be the best pure football atthlete in the state this season.

Man I hope the grades rumor is not true, love to have this kid on campus next year, He would help us immediately.

[Neo]

USC Commitments

QB Stephen Garcia 6-3/212/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #13 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

ATH Pat DiMarco 6-3/225/4.75
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Donte'e Nicholls 6-2/290/4.9
Scout - #54 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #51 - 3-Stars

OLB Alonzo Winfield 6-0/197/4.5
Scout - #73 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #43 - 3-Stars

WR Jason Barnes 6-4/192/4.45
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

TB Eric Baker 6-4/200/4.4
Scout - #47 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

LB Melvin Ingram 6-1/227/4.5
Scout - #45 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR/TE Joseph Hills 6-4/205/4.55 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #76 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #16 - 4-Stars

WR Larry Freeman 6-3/220/4.5/JUCO
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

WR Matt Clements 6-2/185/4.4
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - #40 - 3-Stars

S Arkee Smith 6-1/190/4.5
Scout - #99 - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DB Jamire Williams 6-0/185/4.4
Scout - #55 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #20 - 3-Stars

OL Kyle Nunn 6-6/280/5.4
Scout - #56 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR Michael Bowman 5-11/156/4.6
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TB Brian Maddox 6-0/215/4.4 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #33 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #14 - 4-Stars

OT Quintin Richardson 6-4/265/5.0 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #21 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #8 - 4-Stars

DE Cliff Matthews 6-4/223/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #17 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

DE Travian Robertson 6-4/230/4.6 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #20 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #7 - 4-Stars

CB Addison Williams 5-9/170/4.5
Scout - #46 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #26 - 3-Stars

DE Byron McKnight 6-4/220/4.7
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars


Grayshirts, Transfers and Prep

OL Ryan Broadhead 6-5/280/4.8
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

QB Michael McQueeney 6-2/215/???
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - N/E

TE/DE Nathaniel Wallace 6-7/270/???
Scout- NR - N/E
Rivals - NR - N/E

N/E = Not Evaluated
NR = Not Nationally Ranked

Class Rankings
Scout - #23
Rivals - #11

[SPURED]

December 15, 2006
Barnes Expected To Commit To USC Saturday
By Phil Kornblut
WR Mark Barnes (6-3 195) of Richland Northeast is expected to announce a commitment to USC Saturday shortly after the conclusion of the Shriine Bowl Game in Spartanburg. Barnes said Friday he'll get together with media members on the field to make his declaration. Barnes also considered Louisville, but he has built a strong relationship with the Gamecock coaching staff over the past year, and he also has liked how the staff has recruited him focusing more on his academics that football skills. Many college coaches consider Barnes to be the best pure football atthlete in the state this season.

Man I hope the grades rumor is not true, love to have this kid on campus next year, He would help us immediately.
to be honest with you i think he will be one of the guys that either grey shirts or go to a prep school. he would help us right away with Depth issues but we have very good players coming back at any position he may play. from the looks of it we will be signing 30 players we can bring in 27 guys wich means 3 would have to grey shirt or go to prep school. i see Barnes, Dimarco and one other player that hasnt committed to us yet going this route.

[TaySC]

and what about Lecorn?

[NineInchCock]

Actually, a few sites have been reporting that the other "Mystery Player" is Clifton Geathers. It would make sense because both him and Ajiboye are Prep-School players. Regardless though, neither one of them have committed to us or decommitted from their respective school yet, so until they come in for a visit of some nature, I'm still not sold on them wearing Garnet and Black just yet.

[TaySC]

Lecorn and Allen will both hold a Press Conference at their school Tuesday, and are expected to commit to us. :thumpsup:

I meant about the actual qualifying thing.....

I pray that we do not lose 3 to grades....... while we could still have a very GOOD class even if we do, losing that many good players would seriously downgrade this possible top 10 class.

[NineInchCock]

Yeah just caught that... my bad. That's why I deleted my post :).

Since I've got some high school ties, I got access to some rumors, and so far it all seems like Barnes is busting his ass to get eligible, but some people think it's a matter of it being too late. Personally, I'd recommend to do what Mike Davis did and transfer over to a Private School such as Glenforest during Christmas Break. The only reason I could see why this couldn't play out is simply because the tuition can get pricey for these kind of schools ($10,000+ a semester).

[SPURED]

Actually, a few sites have been reporting that the other "Mystery Player" is Clifton Geathers. It would make sense because both him and Ajiboye are Prep-School players. Regardless though, neither one of them have committed to us or decommitted from their respective school yet, so until they come in for a visit of some nature, I'm still not sold on them wearing Garnet and Black just yet.
i think that rumor has been put to bed. its not Geathers from what i have heard but who knows???

[SPURED]

I meant about the actual qualifying thing.....

I pray that we do not lose 3 to grades....... while we could still have a very GOOD class even if we do, losing that many good players would seriously downgrade this possible top 10 class.
not necessarily, the other guys that we are looking to bring in are 3-4 star players so we wouldnt be losing much or anything at all in terms of rankings.

after barnes, Lecorn and Allen Committ in the next couple of days we will have 23 commitments. we will likely sighn 30 guys and be able to enroll 27 without grey shirting or sending them to prep school. for the sake of explainging this i will say Dimarco, Barnes and Lecorn grey shirt or go to prep school. that means we can bring in 7 more guys. here is a list of guys that we are in pretty good shape with and could sign with us.

Carlos Dunlap 5* DE
Josh Bynes 4* ILB
Akeeme Auguste 4* CB
Chris Culliver 4* S
Brandon Gibson 4* WR
Matt Williams 3* TE
Weslye Saunders 3* TE/DE
William Brimfield 3* DT
X and Y 4-5* ???

now im probably missing a few guys but we only need 7 of these guys to fill our class. losing Barnes and Lecorn wont affect or rankings much if we sign any 7 of those guys i mentioned above. however if we dont have to lose Barnes and Lecorn to go along with 7 of those guys we will be in very good shape. we will just have to grey shirt or place 3 other guys in prep school. the other 2 star players are pretty good candidates as well.

[TaySC]

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[WayzUp]

Carlos Dunlap 5* DE
Josh Bynes 4* ILB
Akeeme Auguste 4* CB
Chris Culliver 4* S
Brandon Gibson 4* WR
Matt Williams 3* TE
Weslye Saunders 3* TE/DE
William Brimfield 3* DT
X and Y 4-5* ???
I may be wrong but I've read elsewhere that the supposed "Player X & Player Y" are Brimfield and Olefemi (now LADI?) Ajiboye who committed to us last year, committed to Virginia Tech (which I still think was Beamer's way of getting back at SOS for Hannah's late switch the year before that), failed to qualify, played at Hargrave & now is back to considering USC & Clemson as he's finally ready to play college ball. I think whoever is going to commit, better commit soon. I know the numbers always work themselves out but once Lecorn & Barnes announce, we'll have 3 spots left if I have it right....i could very well not! :D

[SPURED]

I may be wrong but I've read elsewhere that the supposed "Player X & Player Y" are Brimfield and Olefemi (now LADI?) Ajiboye who committed to us last year, committed to Virginia Tech (which I still think was Beamer's way of getting back at SOS for Hannah's late switch the year before that), failed to qualify, played at Hargrave & now is back to considering USC & Clemson as he's finally ready to play college ball. I think whoever is going to commit, better commit soon. I know the numbers always work themselves out but once Lecorn & Barnes announce, we'll have 3 spots left if I have it right....i could very well not! :D
we will bring in closer to 30 guys this year.

[TaySC]

Lecorne, Allen and Barnes....... that will make 23.

I think we are taking 27 without any greyshirts..... probably 30 total.

I agree that recruits better get on board now or move along as we are filling up fast.

[GatorHunter]

For some time now, Culliver has been "whispered" as being a silent to Clemscum...one of his "good friends" stated that Culliver has committed to another school...and it aint Clemscum...the Gators have been on him hard as of late as have the Cocks...don't know when his is announceing.

[scfan5338]

For some time now, Culliver has been "whispered" as being a silent to Clemscum...one of his "good friends" stated that Culliver has committed to another school...and it aint Clemscum...the Gators have been on him hard as of late as have the Cocks...don't know when his is announceing.

Yeah I think this guy is Clempson bound. Really sucks.

[OmahaBound]

Two More Expected To Fall Sunday
By Phil Kornblut
On Recruiting
Published: December 16, 2006
USC is expected to land commitments Sunday from TE Mat Williams (6-4 230) of Fort Myers, FL and DB Sam Pope (6-1 195) of SW Mississippi JC. Williams made his official visit to USC last weekend and is visiting Louisville this weekend. He had his in home visit with USC head coach Steve Spurrier last Wednesday and that basically sealed his decision to join the Gamecocks. Pope is a native of Beaufort who was an all state performer in 2004 when he intercepted a state high 10 passes. He will graduate this month and enroll in January.

[TaySC]

Man we are filling up fast.......................

Mark Barnes today possibly.......

These 2 tomorrow possibly........

Lecorn and Allen very soon........

Dunlap hopefully........

That doesn't leave much left folks.

[NineInchCock]

I hope Auguste jumps on board ASAP as well. Him, Barnes, and Captain would make for an All-SEC Defensive Backfield in the future.

[TaySC]

I hope Auguste jumps on board ASAP as well. Him, Barnes, and Captain would make for an All-SEC Defensive Backfield in the future.

I agree. I really hope we get him.


Anyone know how Mark Barnes was supposed to announce?

The game is over and they made no mention of it on the postgame, but I did hear them mention it during the game that he was announcing this evening.

Anyone know for sure?

[OmahaBound]

Barnes commits to South Carolina
By Phil Kornblut
Richland Northeast's Mark Barnes verbally committed to South Carolina just after the conclusion of the Shrine Bowl in Spartanburg on Saturday.

The 6-3, 195-pound WR/DB chose South Carolina over Louisville during a press conference at the end of the game.

[TaySC]

There we go........ 1 down, a small handful to go.


BTW, with the Barnes commitment we are likely to break into the top 10 in the Nation in recruiting.

[TaySC]

Two More Expected To Fall Sunday
By Phil Kornblut
On Recruiting
Published: December 16, 2006
USC is expected to land commitments Sunday from TE Mat Williams (6-4 230) of Fort Myers, FL and DB Sam Pope (6-1 195) of SW Mississippi JC. Williams made his official visit to USC last weekend and is visiting Louisville this weekend. He had his in home visit with USC head coach Steve Spurrier last Wednesday and that basically sealed his decision to join the Gamecocks. Pope is a native of Beaufort who was an all state performer in 2004 when he intercepted a state high 10 passes. He will graduate this month and enroll in January.

This is odd.......

Mat is a 3 star.

Sam pope is listed by Rivals as a 2 star that is committed to TULSA a mere 3 days ago.

The Latest: More commitments for Tulsa football — 12/13/2006

The University of Tulsa football program has enjoyed strong recruiting classes under Head Coach Steve Kragthorpe, and the 2007 class appears to be no different. A recent surge of commitments from two junior college...[details]

[scfan5338]

I dont know about Sam Pope. Not too excited about him. Anyone seem film on this guy?? I dont know if we have room for him.

[Carolina Cowboy]

WB is Geathers on campus this weekend? He is not listed on UGAY'S commitment list anymore. USC is the only school on his list of favorites. Geathers and dunlap would be huge for this class. Are you kidding me Mathews,Robertson,Dunlap and Geathers.

[pc72687]

So Geathers is the x or y? That would be an interesting turn of events.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Ajiboye is the other,However he dose not have us listed on his favorites. Rember last year he commited to us and then chose Va-Tech. Both are at Hargrave.

[FLgamecockJAX]

From what I'm hearing, it's definately Geathers and Ajiboye. The coach at Hargrave will not allow his players to visit another school besides the one that placed them. Once they leave, he said they can do what they want. There are many rumors floating about Geathers, but it does seem like he and UGA have departed ways. The reason is where the rumors are floating and I won't discuss the rumors.

It looks like our coaches have some big time decisions to make.

WB, do you have any info for us?

[TaySC]

Geathers is not listed as a UGA comitment on Rivals, but is on Scout still.

Personally, I have always trusted Rivals more and Scout is the one that screwed the pooch on their message board about the last guy that went to UGA being ours.

I am not sure what to make of this, but it would not surprise me AT ALL if Geathers is in fact on campus and changing his tune.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Tay your PM are full. Those two recruits are not hard decision to make. I know thats what Korn reported, However, everything has not been released yet. It will com out this week.

[TaySC]

From what I'm hearing, it's definately Geathers and Ajiboye. The coach at Hargrave will not allow his players to visit another school besides the one that placed them. Once they leave, he said they can do what they want. There are many rumors floating about Geathers, but it does seem like he and UGA have departed ways. The reason is where the rumors are floating and I won't discuss the rumors.

It looks like our coaches have some big time decisions to make.

WB, do you have any info for us?

I know that a lot of fans don't believe in the "stars" rankings and such, but I personally think that MOST of the time they are fairly accurate.

I hope and pray that we are very selective and do not take anyone below a 3 star and preferably even below a 4 star unless the coaches are just totally sold on them.

Our numbers are limited now and if we close out with high rated recruits from here on out we would finish top 5 in the Nation likely.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Tay don't hold all the merit in the ranking system. Both Ko and Rice were two stars at one time. One already plays on sunday's and the other is sure to follow.

[Carolina Cowboy]

December 16, 2006

Geathers Looking Around

By Phil Kornblut
According to his father, DE Clifton Geathers (6-7 275) of Hargrave Prep, VA and Carvers Bay is no longer a lock for Georgia and is now reconsidering offers from USC and Clemson. Robert Geathers Sr. said Saturday afternoon a final decision likely will come this week after some final academic details are worked out at Hargrave. Geathers said his son is "looking at playing time and where he can win championships" in deciding on a school. Geathers's oldest son, Robert Jr., played at Georgia and is now with the Cincinnati Bengals. Clifton Geathers will be qualifed once the final academic statement is issued by Hargave and will be able to enroll in school in January.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Rumour is geathers commited to USC tonight.

[CockyTatGuy]

Gamecockcentral is reporting that Mark Barnes committed to SC after the Shrine Bowl today.

[TaySC]

Gamecockcentral is reporting that Mark Barnes committed to SC after the Shrine Bowl today.

Yes, that is a done deal.

:thumpsup:

[scfan5338]

I know that a lot of fans don't believe in the "stars" rankings and such, but I personally think that MOST of the time they are fairly accurate.

I hope and pray that we are very selective and do not take anyone below a 3 star and preferably even below a 4 star unless the coaches are just totally sold on them.

Our numbers are limited now and if we close out with high rated recruits from here on out we would finish top 5 in the Nation likely.
I seriously am with you 100%. I hope we dont take Pope because first of not many schools are offering this kid. My head turned when we took Dimarco but obviously coaches must see something so.. A lot of times the star system is accruate. Most of the players on the Top 100 etc.. are true studs in college and are playing in the pros. Expect for those rare ones, star system if pretty accruate in my opinion. There are four guys we have right now that are rated 5.7 on rivals (Jason Barnes, Clements and the two Williams) who are likely to jump to 5.8 making them 4-star after the season ends. Our class is going to be great this year.

[scfan5338]

Gamecockcentral is reporting that Mark Barnes committed to SC after the Shrine Bowl today.

That deal was done four months ago.

[TaySC]

Stanley Doughty is leaving also...... trying the NFL thing.

[scfan5338]

Stanley Doughty is leaving also...... trying the NFL thing.

Are you serious??? He is a junior right?? Sorry to say the kid aint geting drafted.

[TaySC]

Are you serious??? He is a junior right?? Sorry to say the kid aint geting drafted.

Allegedly his grades were bad and he wasn't going to be allowed to come back next year anyway.......

[Carolina Cowboy]

Stanley Doughty is leaving also...... trying the NFL thing. He might be going pro but I think a league other than the NFL.

[TaySC]

He might be going pro but I think a league other than the NFL.

Yeah, I seriously doubt he makes it in the NFL.......


Too bad also because he looked really good the last two games this year. Had he only worked harder on his grades and lost some weight, he really could have been a great one.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Yeah, I seriously doubt he makes it in the NFL.......


Too bad also because he looked really good the last two games this year. Had he only worked harder on his grades and lost some weight, he really could have been a great one. He was from the same school of thought as were Summers and Watson. All that talent wasted.

[SPURED]

I dont know about Sam Pope. Not too excited about him. Anyone seem film on this guy?? I dont know if we have room for him.
havnt seen film on him but i have heard nothing but positive things about him. he played at Beufort high school and had a great high school career. he was possibly the best CB in the lowcountry his senior year however his grades kept him from being recruited very heavily. he went to Junior college and played WR so he has been overlooked as a DB so dont put to much emphasis on the stars. we are recruiting him as a safety. he consistently runs in the 4.3 range and from what i have heard from a few people here in the Hilton Head/Bluffton/Beaufort area he has a very good ability to break on balls. one of the football coaches at Bluffton high, who coached at Hilton head prior to Bluffton oppening said he was a chore to throw around because he was so fast and could break on balls like Ko did. he is a December graduate so he will be ahead of the game by opening day next year. i trust our coaches so im not really worried about any of the "Lower star" guys they are bringing in. after all they have done nothing to break my trust.

[OmahaBound]

havnt seen film on him but i have heard nothing but positive things about him. he played at Beufort high school and had a great high school career. he was possibly the best CB in the lowcountry his senior year however his grades kept him from being recruited very heavily. he went to Junior college and played WR so he has been overlooked as a DB so dont put to much emphasis on the stars. we are recruiting him as a safety. he consistently runs in the 4.3 range and from what i have heard from a few people here in the Hilton Head/Bluffton/Beaufort area he has a very good ability to break on balls. one of the football coaches at Bluffton high, who coached at Hilton head prior to Bluffton oppening said he was a chore to throw around because he was so fast and could break on balls like Ko did. he is a December graduate so he will be ahead of the game by opening day next year. i trust our coaches so im not really worried about any of the "Lower star" guys they are bringing in. after all they have done nothing to break my trust.

i believe i read somewhere that he had 10 INTs his senior year of high school. anyone with that kind of nose for the football is welcome here as far as i'm concerned (and I'm sure the coaching staff was anxiously awaiting my approval on the matter).

[Neo]

USC Commitments

S/WR Mark Barnes 6-3/190/4.5 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #2 5-Stars
Rivals - #17 4-Stars

QB Stephen Garcia 6-3/212/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #13 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

ATH Pat DiMarco 6-3/225/4.75
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Donte'e Nicholls 6-2/290/4.9
Scout - #54 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #51 - 3-Stars

OLB Alonzo Winfield 6-0/197/4.5
Scout - #73 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #43 - 3-Stars

WR Jason Barnes 6-4/192/4.45
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

TB Eric Baker 6-4/200/4.4
Scout - #47 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

LB Melvin Ingram 6-1/227/4.5
Scout - #45 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR/TE Joseph Hills 6-4/205/4.55 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #76 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #16 - 4-Stars

WR Larry Freeman 6-3/220/4.5/JUCO
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

WR Matt Clements 6-2/185/4.4
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - #40 - 3-Stars

S Arkee Smith 6-1/190/4.5
Scout - #99 - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DB Jamire Williams 6-0/185/4.4
Scout - #55 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #20 - 3-Stars

OL Kyle Nunn 6-6/280/5.4
Scout - #56 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR Michael Bowman 5-11/156/4.6
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TB Brian Maddox 6-0/215/4.4 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #33 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #14 - 4-Stars

OT Quintin Richardson 6-4/265/5.0 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #21 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #8 - 4-Stars

DE Cliff Matthews 6-4/223/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #17 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

DE Travian Robertson 6-4/230/4.6 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #20 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #7 - 4-Stars

CB Addison Williams 5-9/170/4.5
Scout - #46 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #26 - 3-Stars

DE Byron McKnight 6-4/220/4.7
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars


Grayshirts, Transfers and Prep

OL Ryan Broadhead 6-5/280/4.8
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

QB Michael McQueeney 6-2/215/???
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - N/E

TE/DE Nathaniel Wallace 6-7/270/???
Scout- NR - N/E
Rivals - NR - N/E

N/E = Not Evaluated
NR = Not Nationally Ranked

Class Rankings
Scout - #13
Rivals - #11

[pc72687]

Things have gotten very interesting on this recruiting front lately. Maybe its just rumors buy maybe its not. Personally, I wasn't impressed by Dimarco on those three videos. He was good, but he was high school good. I'm not sure I would have picked him as an athlete to play D1 had I not already seen the evidence beforehand.

[uscrules]

Apparently Spurrier sees something in him. I don't think he would have offered him if he didn't think so. I trust his judgement.

[SPURED]

i think the main reason spurrier offered him was because of the things you cant teach. Dimarco has heart, dedication and the ability to be a leader. those are things you cant teach and he has the intangibles too where maybe under spurriers wings he can learn a few of the football things.

another note it looks like we wont be offering Pope a Scholly. of the visitors we have this weekend we only have room for dunlap and Gibson.

[ColonelKurtz]

Word this morning is that Clifton Geathers will be in Columbia and play for SC. There has been much speculation since he left Hargrave prior to final exams as to whether or not he earned the necessary credits and it seems that he did and has elected to play close to home.

Heck of a pickup for the Gamecocks.

[DELTOR]

How many years of eligibility will Geathers have?

[WayzUp]

By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester and his family are continuing with their visit Sunday morning. They will meet with Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier later at which time Dunlap will be asked if he's ready to commit. Dunlap's father said Sunday morning while touring the campus if he thought his son would commit. "I hope so," he replied. Dunlap Jr. has also been considering Clemson, Florida, Tennessee and Virginia Tech.
link (http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061217/PSPORTS02/61217001/-1/PSPORTS)

[pc72687]

I hope so too!!

[NineInchCock]

How many years of eligibility will Geathers have?

All four I believe... I'm fairly sure that's how prep school works. If not, at the very least he'll have three.

By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester and his family are continuing with their visit Sunday morning. They will meet with Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier later at which time Dunlap will be asked if he's ready to commit. Dunlap's father said Sunday morning while touring the campus if he thought his son would commit. "I hope so," he replied. Dunlap Jr. has also been considering Clemson, Florida, Tennessee and Virginia Tech.
link

Dunlap would be the biggest pickup (in terms of overall ranking) in the entire history of our program. He's rated roughly 20 spots ahead of where Summers and Hurley were during their peak. Needless to say, him committing would pretty much be Christmas coming 8 days early for any Gamecock Fan! :laugh:

[WayzUp]

I'd be happily stunned if Dunlap did commit today. By all accounts, he's loving his visit so I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Cliff Matthews, Travian Robertson, Clifton Geathers (if that holds to be true), Donte'e Nicholls, Byron McKnight and Carlos Dunlap...our DL would be SET & SICK for years & years.

I read a funny comment elsewhere...dood said if Dunlap committed today that he'd soil himself and enjoy every minute of it. I think I'd join him and smile doing it. :D

[JerryBeeds]

Does the fact that Travian and Garcia are coming in January have any bearing on the amount of players we can bring in?

[NineInchCock]

Cliff Matthews, Travian Robertson, Clifton Geathers (if that holds to be true), Donte'e Nicholls, Byron McKnight and Carlos Dunlap


Don't forget about Ellis too! He was a highly rated 4 star last year and now that he's got his weight down, he'll definately have a shot at the starting spot next year!

And, don't forget about Ajiboye! It's possible he could come here as well! Jesus, even if a few guys don't pan out this is essientially a LOCK to be the best DL in USC History!

[TaySC]

Does the fact that Travian and Garcia are coming in January have any bearing on the amount of players we can bring in?

Don't think so...... I mean, we are counting 2 (?) back against last years class and the rest are this years, but I don't think whether they come in in January or wait changes the actually schollie thing in any way.

[WayzUp]

Don't forget about Ellis too! He was a highly rated 4 star last year and now that he's got his weight down, he'll definately have a shot at the starting spot next year!
Oh I hear that, Ellis will absolutely be a huge part of our DL but I was referring to just the 2007 class.

And, don't forget about Ajiboye! It's possible he could come here as well! Jesus, even if a few guys don't pan out this is essientially a LOCK to be the best DL in USC History!
I'll believe Ladi/Olefemi Ajiboye when we get his LOI....he was a late decommit the last time around so I'm going to reserve happily soiling myself over his commitment until it's an officially done deal. :D

[FLgamecockJAX]

Prep School does not count against eligibility. After going to prep school, you still have 5 to play 4.

[TaySC]

Mixed Signals?

December 17, 2006
Pope Still Planning Commitment
By Phil Kornblut
DB Sam Pope (6-1 195) of SW Mississippi JC was still on his official visit to USC late Sunday morning and had not had his final meeting with Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier. Asked if he would commit if asked to by Spurrier, Pope said "probably so. Coach Cooper and coach Nix tell me they want me to come here."

I know, I know... trust the coach......

I hope we do not take this kid.

[TaySC]

December 17, 2006
Pope commits to South Carolina
By Phil Kornblut
Defensive back Sam Pope of Southwest Mississippi Junior College verbally committed to South Carolina today.

Pope, a 6-1, 195-pound defensive back, said he gave his commitment to head coach Steve Spurrier today, and that Spurrier accepted the commitment.

Pope is a Beaufort High graduate and former all-state standout in high school.

Danggit..............

[pc72687]

We could concivably count broadhead, and possibly a few others with last years class I would think, since some schollys have recently become open. That would help with numbers alot.

[SPURED]

Danggit..............
i will garauntee you wont be dissapointed in Pope, if this is indeed true. dont let the 2 stars on his rivals profile fool you. he will be competing for the starting safety spot next year.

[TaySC]

i will garauntee you wont be dissapointed in Pope, if this is indeed true. dont let the 2 stars on his rivals profile fool you. he will be competing for the starting safety spot next year.

It isn't just the star ranking that frustrates me with him.....

It is also the fact that on the 13th the Tulsa Rivals site had an article about him as if he had just committed to them. Did he switch commitments in a matter of 4 days or less?


But of course in the end I will trust Spurrier and you are likely correct that there must be something to him.

Anyone heard any more about:
Dunlap?
Culliver?
Geathers?
Lecorn?
Allen?

[TKE223]

Sorry guys, but I have been living under a rock as far as recruiting news here. Has SC gotten any good RBs to committ? I know Davis and Boyd are back, but I look to the future here. Seems like all I hear about is QB, WR and DL players..Any RBS??

[WayzUp]

Brian Maddox and Eric Baker are the only two RB's were taking in the 2007 class. Maddox is a 4-star north/south standout and Baker is a 3-star speed merchant. :thumpsup:

And don't sleep on Bobby Wallace....I think he opened more than a few eyes in the MTSU game & I think they're going to find ways to get him on the field more in the next couple years too.

[TKE223]

It was MTSU though....

I am sold on Mike Davis though. He has come a long way since last year.

[gamecockdroc]

Dunlap Visit To USC Goes Well
By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester made his official visit to USC over the weekend. His parents came in with him. "It was a wonderful visit," Carlos Sr. said. "It was enlightening. We listened to what they had to say and we have to put that in to the process. This was more about the academic side. It was a true, complete visit." Carlos Jr. was not available for comment but his father said his son has not expressed to him a favorite. They are scheduled to visit Florida January 20th and that's the only other visit scheduled right now. Clemson, Tennessee and Virginia Tech have been pushing hard for visits.

This one seems like it is going to go down to the wire, what do you guys think?

[gamecockdroc]

JUCO DL Visits USC
By Phil Kornblut
DL Jonathan Williams (6-5 285) of Mississippi Delta JC made an official visit to USC over the weekend and is considering signing with the Gamecocks this week. Williams has been committed to Mississippi State. Williams is a mid year transfer with two years to play two. He was named all state this season. He's a native of Augusta.

Is this going to be Stanely's replacement? Seems like he has the size to bat some passes down, does anyone know anything about him?

[TaySC]

With the addition of Mark Barnes to our recruiting we have moved up from 11th to 10th Nationally and are on AUB's heels for the 9th spot.

1 Texas 23 4 13 5 3.78 2,717
2 LSU 19 0 12 6 3.58 1,797
3 Florida 20 1 8 10 3.45 1,730
4 Tennessee 22 2 5 13 3.32 1,728
5 Georgia 23 0 9 14 3.39 1,676
6 Notre Dame 15 1 9 5 3.73 1,604
7 Southern Cal 11 3 7 1 4.18 1,593
8 Michigan 19 1 6 10 3.32 1,514
9 Auburn 20 0 7 11 3.25 1,479
10 South Carolina 21 0 7 11 3.19 1,424

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/teamrank.asp?

[GatorHunter]

Heard an interesting rumor...don't shoot the messenger:

Linval Joseph is a 3* DL that is currently committed to UF...like Dunlap, he has some issues academically. Joseph is a little closer to qualifying at UF than Dunlap is...I've heard Dunlap has a long way to go before he will qualify for "any" D-1 school...anyway, heard that USCe received a committment from Dunlap and Joseph may end up there as well...Joseph is a complete beast...if the Cocks get both, your DL will be scary, although, I think Dunlap will be a "sign and place" no matter where he signs.

[TaySC]

I am pretty sure Dunlap will be a "sign and place," but I still want him to sign with USC.

I haven't heard of the other guy you mentioned, but our D-Line will already be very scary if we just maintain what we have committed.

[FLgamecockJAX]

Heard an interesting rumor...don't shoot the messenger:

Linval Joseph is a 3* DL that is currently committed to UF...like Dunlap, he has some issues academically. Joseph is a little closer to qualifying at UF than Dunlap is...I've heard Dunlap has a long way to go before he will qualify for "any" D-1 school...anyway, heard that USCe received a committment from Dunlap and Joseph may end up there as well...Joseph is a complete beast...if the Cocks get both, your DL will be scary, although, I think Dunlap will be a "sign and place" no matter where he signs.


This would be very intersting! Linval has seemed to be a huge gator fan. It's amazing the players our coaches (all teams) recruit that we fans never know about.

[gamecockdroc]

Got this off of another board but looks credible, this is a kornblut article

TE Mat Williams (6-4 230) of Fort Myers, FL committed to USC Sunday night after returning from a trip to Louisville according to his mother. "He's a Gamecock," Mrs. Williams said. She said her son called Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier and made the pledge.
(Dec. 17)

After Allen and Lecorn on Tuesday this will put us at 25. Heck of class so far with one month to go, Go Gamecocks baby

[Bongo]

With the addition of Mark Barnes to our recruiting we have moved up from 11th to 10th Nationally and are on AUB's heels for the 9th spot.

1 Texas 23 4 13 5 3.78 2,717
2 LSU 19 0 12 6 3.58 1,797
3 Florida 20 1 8 10 3.45 1,730
4 Tennessee 22 2 5 13 3.32 1,728
5 Georgia 23 0 9 14 3.39 1,676
6 Notre Dame 15 1 9 5 3.73 1,604
7 Southern Cal 11 3 7 1 4.18 1,593
8 Michigan 19 1 6 10 3.32 1,514
9 Auburn 20 0 7 11 3.25 1,479
10 South Carolina 21 0 7 11 3.19 1,424

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/teamrank.asp?

wow.... 6 of the top 10 from the SEC ......looks like a good recruiting year for southern football

[GatorHunter]

This would be very intersting! Linval has seemed to be a huge gator fan. It's amazing the players our coaches (all teams) recruit that we fans never know about.

Linval is a huge Gator fan...he committed as soon as he was offered, sight unseen...and cancelled all his other visits. But UF has a stupid academic rule...unlike other SEC schools...if a student makes a "D" in a core class...and then, takes the class again and makes a "B"....most schools forget about the "D" and use the "B" only to get the average for core classes...UF averages the "D" and the "B"....thus, kids that are on the "edge" of qualifying face an uphill battle...Linval is one of these kids.

[Williams-Brice]

Wow, y'all. I came home to Georgia from school, and we've lost all internet down here. What a perfect time. I'm on a friend's computer, and we should have internet at our house tomorrow. I've seen a lot of questions asked of me, and if y'all still want me to answer them tomorrow, then please feel free to.

Player X is definitely Geathers, and it's sounding like he'll be a Gamecock. He is fully qualified and will have 5 years to play 4.

Chris Culliver is not player Y, but he's supposedly leaning to the Gamecocks now.

I'm hearing rumblings about a Dunlap commitment, but who knows? I think he would be redshirted next year, so a sign and place deal is fine by me.

We moved up Brandon Gibson's list this weekend. I still don't think we'll land him, but Spurrier promised him a scholarship, regardless of how full our class is.

Mat Williams definitely committed.

Please feel free to ask your questions again, but I gotta get off my bud's computer so he can check his grades from UGAy.

[WayzUp]

This DL class just keeps getting better & better....hate it for Croom & Co. but with Doughty 3/4 of the way out the door and being relatively thin at the position to begin with, we could use Williams right away and maybe redshirt some of the others. Can you imagine what our D will be like when these guys are 5th year seniors?? :wacko:

DL Williams Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
DL Jonathan Williams (6-5 285) of Mississippi Delta JC said Sunday he committed to USC while on an unofficial visit Friday. Williams was dealing with a death in his family over the weekend was not available for further comment after confirming the commitment. Williams, a natiive of Augusta, had been committed to Mississippi State but in an earlier interview he said the chance to play close to home was very appealing. Williams is a mid year graduate and will have two years to play two.
Linkage (http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061217/PSPORTS02/61217009/-1/PSPORTS)

[WayzUp]

TE Williams Makes USC Pledge
By Phil Kornblut
TE Mat Williams (6-4 230) of Fort Myers, FL committed to USC Sunday night after returning from a trip to Louisville according to his mother. "He's a Gamecock," Mrs. Williams said. She said her son called Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier and made the pledge. Williams also made an official visit to Ole Miss. He also had offers from Duke, South Florida, Wake Forest, Pittsburgh and Vanderbilt.
Linkage (http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061217/PSPORTS02/61217003/-1/PSPORTS)

[Neo]

USC Commitments

S/WR Mark Barnes 6-3/190/4.5 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #2 5-Stars
Rivals - #17 4-Stars

DB Sam Pope 6-1/195/4.5 (JUCO)
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Jonathan Williams 6-4/270/4.7
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TE Mat Williams 6-4/220/4.75
Scout - #58 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #46 - 3-Stars

QB Stephen Garcia 6-3/212/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #13 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

ATH Pat DiMarco 6-3/225/4.75
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Donte'e Nicholls 6-2/290/4.9
Scout - #54 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #51 - 3-Stars

OLB Alonzo Winfield 6-0/197/4.5
Scout - #73 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #43 - 3-Stars

WR Jason Barnes 6-4/192/4.45
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

TB Eric Baker 6-4/200/4.4
Scout - #47 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

LB Melvin Ingram 6-1/227/4.5
Scout - #45 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR/TE Joseph Hills 6-4/205/4.55 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #76 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #16 - 4-Stars

WR Larry Freeman 6-3/220/4.5/JUCO
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

WR Matt Clements 6-2/185/4.4
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - #40 - 3-Stars

S Arkee Smith 6-1/190/4.5
Scout - #99 - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DB Jamire Williams 6-0/185/4.4
Scout - #55 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #20 - 3-Stars

OL Kyle Nunn 6-6/280/5.4
Scout - #56 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR Michael Bowman 5-11/156/4.6
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TB Brian Maddox 6-0/215/4.4 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #33 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #14 - 4-Stars

OT Quintin Richardson 6-4/265/5.0 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #21 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #8 - 4-Stars

DE Cliff Matthews 6-4/223/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #17 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

DE Travian Robertson 6-4/230/4.6 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #20 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #7 - 4-Stars

CB Addison Williams 5-9/170/4.5
Scout - #46 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #26 - 3-Stars

DE Byron McKnight 6-4/220/4.7
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars


Grayshirts, Transfers and Prep

OL Ryan Broadhead 6-5/280/4.8
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

QB Michael McQueeney 6-2/215/???
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - N/E

TE/DE Nathaniel Wallace 6-7/270/???
Scout- NR - N/E
Rivals - NR - N/E

N/E = Not Evaluated
NR = Not Nationally Ranked

Class Rankings
Scout - #15
Rivals - #10

[uscrules]

I noticed that Rivals has Pat Dimarco listed as a fullback instead of Athlete.

[pc72687]

Well, I am glad to see that our DL will be solid for a while now. This team is getting stronger and stronger, it is a great time to be a gamecock. I just can't wait to see all these kids on the field.

[Williams-Brice]

I'm getting word that this is going to be a very good week, or at least has the potential to. One thing to make note of is that Akeem Auguste and William Brimfield need to commit, and they need to do it in a hurry. Our coaches love what they got in Sam Pope, and Auguste may have lost out. Hurry up, Akeem!

Also, Ajiboye is not player Y. Player Y is committed to another school. We'll find out who he is sooner than later.

[Neo]

I'm getting word that this is going to be a very good week, or at least has the potential to. One thing to make note of is that Akeem Auguste and William Brimfield need to commit, and they need to do it in a hurry. Our coaches love what they got in Sam Pope, and Auguste may have lost out. Hurry up, Akeem!

Also, Ajiboye is not player Y. Player Y is committed to another school. We'll find out who he is sooner than later.



I just got a message on my cell that Carlos Dunlap is in fact, a *silent* commitment to USC. So, rest easy guys.

This is definitely going to be a Top-5 class this year. :thumpsup: :happy:

[Williams-Brice]

NEO, is there any word on when he might make it public? I've been doing a lot of reading between the lines from a lot of sources, and your post above does nothing but confirm everything I've heard.

[scfan5338]

DL Williams Commits To USC
By Phil Kornblut
DL Jonathan Williams (6-5 285) of Mississippi Delta JC said Sunday he committed to USC while on an unofficial visit Friday. Williams was dealing with a death in his family over the weekend was not available for further comment after confirming the commitment. Williams, a natiive of Augusta, had been committed to Mississippi State but in an earlier interview he said the chance to play close to home was very appealing. Williams is a mid year graduate and will have two years to play two.

Guys better start commiting quickly becuase our class is filling up very very fast. WB, when do you think Augusete will commit??

[Neo]

NEO, is there any word on when he might make it public? I've been doing a lot of reading between the lines from a lot of sources, and your post above does nothing but confirm everything I've heard.



All I can tell you is that one of my peeps called my cellphone and gave me a heads up. Carlos as of now, is going to take his Florida visit, but him and his father commited to USC/Spurrier this weekend on the condition that it be kept confidential until a pre-determined time/place.

Now, I wasn't given a specific time nor place, but I would guess probably around NSD.

Put simply, Spurrier and company did a lot to impress Carlos and his father. His father really wants him to go to USC considering that his father is an allumni and the fact that his father stated and I quote:

"This team is on the verge of something great."

Carlos will be a Gamecock guys.

One last thing, sorry about my absence from this thread. I've been in the middle of a child custody fight and right now I'm filing a petition for a Guardian Ad Litem. As soon as this case is finished, I'll be back to my old self. :sad:

[SPURED]

I'm getting word that this is going to be a very good week, or at least has the potential to. One thing to make note of is that Akeem Auguste and William Brimfield need to commit, and they need to do it in a hurry. Our coaches love what they got in Sam Pope, and Auguste may have lost out. Hurry up, Akeem!

Also, Ajiboye is not player Y. Player Y is committed to another school. We'll find out who he is sooner than later.
i am so glad we got Pope as well. he was an outstanding High school player. made the Rivals all state team his senior year along with CJ Byrd and that CB from Northwestern High School. he had 10 interceptions his senior year. this year in JUCO he played mostly WR because of his speed but did play some CB and had 3 INT's with 2 being returned for TD's.

Rivals hasnt seen his film but the coaches have and they said he is the best DB prospect on our board. take it for what its worth but i trust our coaches. he will play alot next year and will probably start at FS for us.

[Williams-Brice]

Yes, I've heard that Sam Pope is the best DB in this class. If our coaches wanted him with all of the talent left on our board, then that tells you something. I thought we needed a JUCO DB in this class all along.

[shanksta13]

I'm hearing you guys may get Brandon Gibson (4* WR, Rivals Top 100 - #99)

[JerryBeeds]

I'm hearing you guys may get Brandon Gibson (4* WR, Rivals Top 100 - #99)
That would be sweet. I'm thinking he'll commit to Bama as soon as they hire a coach though. In-state loyalty seems to be strong in this kid. Can't blame him for that.

[TaySC]

Tony Morrell
GamecockCentral.com Recruiting Analyst


Mobile (Ala.) UMS-Wright four-star wide receiver and Rivals100 member Brandon Gibson took an official visit with South Carolina over the weekend and liked what he saw. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound star especially liked the personal attention he received from Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier. Find out all the details in this update.

Not sure whether we get him or not, but he is at least very interested it would seem.

[quiverlip]

somebody please find out what the Dunlap Update is on Scout.

[Williams-Brice]

Someone said Carlos will announce tomorrow, but that does not appear to be true. His coach said today that announcement will come "very soon". Also, Lecorn and Allen have decided to announce at a press conference in January when all of their friends can be at the school. Seriously, don't freak out about this. Our staff knows where they stand with the two of them. The press conference is to make things public, not official. These guys are already Gamecocks.

[pc72687]

Is Deonte Thompson commited to anyone? I was always under the impression from somewhere that a big time WR might be a secret commit to us (and supposedly that didn't include Lecorn or Barnes).

[Williams-Brice]

He's not committed to anyone, but we aren't getting him. We don't need him either. There's just no room.

[TaySC]

Someone said Carlos will announce tomorrow, but that does not appear to be true. His coach said today that announcement will come "very soon". Also, Lecorn and Allen have decided to announce at a press conference in January when all of their friends can be at the school. Seriously, don't freak out about this. Our staff knows where they stand with the two of them. The press conference is to make things public, not official. These guys are already Gamecocks.

little birdie told me that Dunlap AND CULLIVER are both Gamecocks and assured me that Carlos will announce tomorrow.......


Take it for what it's worth, but I like this birdie. :laugh:

[pc72687]

I was just shooting in the dark on that one, not sure where I heard that, but I was a long time ago so I guess things have changed.

Tay, that would be big time.

[gamecockdroc]

Correct me if I'm wrong but aren't we going to hear something out of Geathers this week, Georgia people seem to think he is going to be a gamecock.

[scfan5338]

When does Rivals and Scout update their database again?

[scfan5338]

He's not committed to anyone, but we aren't getting him. We don't need him either. There's just no room.

Yeah I agree. We have tons of WR's and we need to get some other impact players like DB and DL/DE. Its weird to hear "we dont have room" and "we are handpicking our prospects." I remember during Holtz era we just threw schollys at guys and now we are really becoming among the elites and handpicking who we want and amazingly we are getting who we want.

[scfan5338]

little birdie told me that Dunlap AND CULLIVER are both Gamecocks and assured me that Carlos will announce tomorrow.......


Take it for what it's worth, but I like this birdie. :laugh:


Culliver would be HUGE along with Dunlap. I've heard that Culliver is one of the best safety products to come out of NC in a long time and is one of the top safeties in the country. It would be huge to get this guy because now we can have a true safety who really knows how to play the position.

[Williams-Brice]

Correct me if I'm wrong but aren't we going to hear something out of Geathers this week, Georgia people seem to think he is going to be a gamecock.

Geathers is waiting to hear from the NCAA Clearinghouse. It could be anytime between now and early January. If he is cleared, then he will be a Gamecock. All signs point to him being cleared.

[TaySC]

W-B, I keep hearing that if Florida State offers him that we will likely not get Auguste..... is that why he has been holding out so long in your opinion?

[Williams-Brice]

When does Rivals and Scout update their database again?

I can't speak for Scout, but Rivals does it all the time. For example, Larry Freeman's stock rose about 3 weeks ago (not in star rating) and Pat DiMarco had no stars at this point last week. However, they will do at least one more mass re-evaluation, and I think that happens much closer to NSD (probably January).

[Williams-Brice]

W-B, I keep hearing that if Florida State offers him that we will likely not get Auguste..... is that why he has been holding out so long in your opinion?

I would say that's a fair assesment, but I don't really know. I would highly doubt F$U would offer him until he went for his visit, which is about a month away. By that point, USC may be full. Rest assured that our coaches will make it known to him USC's scholarship situation. If he wants to be a Gamecock, then he will be.

[pc72687]

If Culliver comes do we still need Auguste?

[TaySC]

If Culliver comes do we still need Auguste?

Let me make sure that everyone understands I am relaying some info with the rumor on Culliver and that I am not sure whether I fully believe it yet or not. At this point I am not willing to seriously stick my neck out and guarantee the validity of it.... just that a little bird said it and it COULD have some validity to it.

Let's see if the first part of that comes true first and then go from there......



To answer your question though, if we were to get Culliver, I am not sure we would care so much what Auguste does actually..... not saying we would pull the offer, but we are filling up and he is either onboard or not.

[Carolina Cowboy]

WB do you think geathers will visit before he commits. He did make a visit last year and had a good time.

[Williams-Brice]

If Culliver comes do we still need Auguste?

Auguste is a cornerback, and Culliver is a safety, so it's not like one would trump the other. It also must be note that Carolina is recruiting Culliver as a wide receiver, but it's my understanding that our coaches have tod him that he can play whatever position he pleases. Timing really is everything here. If Auguste commits first, then Culliver is a guy we will take regardless of numbers. However, if Culliver commits and Auguste waits another month, then Auguste is not necessarily a guy we will take regardless of numbers. Auguste needs to know that he has to hurry up if he wants to be a Gamecock.

[Williams-Brice]

WB do you think geathers will visit before he commits. He did make a visit last year and had a good time.

Geathers' identity was released because he was at USC's practice this weekend. He has already visited Carolina. In terms of an official visit, I really don't think one is in order. If he is cleared, then he will be a Gamecock.

[gamecockdroc]

So to sum it up guys WB is telling us that our recruiting stretch right now is just like an NFL playoff race. There are all kinds of different sceniro's that can and will take place this week and at the beginning of January. Great time to be a gamecock isn't it.

[TaySC]

What really matters as of this moment is that we have 24 commitments and are on our last leg.

We still have numerous prospects that we want and that claim they want to come here, but the first ones to pull the trigger will be Gamecocks.... as W-B stated, I am sure there are one or two (Culliver and Dunlap mainly) that we wil take regardless, but most of these, like Auguste, are running out of time.

[pc72687]

Thanks for clearing that up. Also, it was never truly cleared how many of the people in this group would go against last years numbers.

[quiverlip]

What is that 20 page thread "bigger news to come" on rivals all about?

[WayzUp]

What is that 20 page thread "bigger news to come" on rivals all about?
I was wondering that myself...I waded through about 4 pages of it and couldn't take anymore. Guess I'm not fanatical enough of a lurker to keep up with 19 pages of who might be "Player Y." :rolleyes:

[OmahaBound]

I was wondering that myself...I waded through about 4 pages of it and couldn't take anymore. Guess I'm not fanatical enough of a lurker to keep up with 19 pages of who might be "Player Y." :rolleyes:

and you call yourself a fan?! *SCOFF*

:laugh:

[quiverlip]

I'm hearing some things about a surprise on Wednesday. A Juco. Jarius Wynn is my first thought.

[Williams-Brice]

I highly doubt it's Wynn. It was only about 10 days ago that he played our coaches. I think it's another JUCO.

[SPURED]

Culliver would be HUGE along with Dunlap. I've heard that Culliver is one of the best safety products to come out of NC in a long time and is one of the top safeties in the country. It would be huge to get this guy because now we can have a true safety who really knows how to play the position.
pope will be our starting free safety next year. Cook will be our starting Strong safety and IF Culliver commits to us he will be the back up for one of them or a WR.

i just dont think anyone really understands how good Pope really is.

[SPURED]

What is that 20 page thread "bigger news to come" on rivals all about?
to some it up, the creater JBkingcock has inside info and is throwing hints out there but cant really say anything as of yet because he promised his sources. the reason it is so long is the other 3000 users on GamecockCentral are speculating on who player y is and who the special "Suprise the Recruiting world" recruit is.

So in summery this is what i have gathered from that long thread.

-say the first 3 letters of Dunlaps name and you will understand where we stand with him. (its Good news for those of you who dont get it) :laugh:

Player Y seems to be Ladi Ajiboye and he will commit to us on wednsday.(JUCO's sign letter of intent on Wednsday)

and there is a player that will "Rock the recruiting world" that seems to be a done deal as well and will commit later this week. all speculation is pointing towards a Clemson commit.

but again the whole thread is a bunch of speculation because the people that acutally know cant reveal the info just yet. the best thing to do is just now really worry about it until atleast wedsday.

[Williams-Brice]

Everyone needs to understand that neither Rivals nor Scout has any film on him. Thus, he's rated low. Remember when the same thing happened to Captain Munnerlyn last year? If Captain had film, then he would have likely been a high 3-star prospect. I'm excited about Pope. We need help in the secondary. We'll take all the warm bodies we can get back there, and I think we just got a good one. Don't be surprised if he and DiMarco move to 3-star status when the film comes in.

[Williams-Brice]

SPURED, it looks like Wednesday is going to be a good day. I got a lot of good vibes from that thread, but I'm not ready to speculate. I'm going to drive out of town just to get away from the computer on Wednesday. That way I won't camp out on here all day like the loser that I am.

[lacene]

...and there is a player that will "Rock the recruiting world" that seems to be a done deal as well and will commit later this week. all speculation is pointing towards a Clemson commit.

we're going to get Willy "Crack" Korn? :ohmy:




:closedeye

[Kevhugh]

we're going to get Willy "Crack" Korn? :ohmy:




:closedeye

Yes...he has expressed interest in holding a clipboard for Blake and also washing Garcia's jock in between games. We're not sure if he's talented enough be a human shield while Spurrier calls in the plays.

[Carolina Cowboy]

No thanks :thumbsdow

[TaySC]

For those of you registered on my site, please get in your Bowl Pick'ems before the game tonight.....


For those that haven't registered or registered and haven't posted, please do so.


It's a GREAT time to be a FIGHTING Gamecock!!!!!!!!!!

[SPURED]

SPURED, it looks like Wednesday is going to be a good day. I got a lot of good vibes from that thread, but I'm not ready to speculate. I'm going to drive out of town just to get away from the computer on Wednesday. That way I won't camp out on here all day like the loser that I am.
yeah i got that little Text alert thing rivals offers. so if something goes down while im gone i still get the updates. its pretty sweet. got one yesterday saying OJ was gone while i was on my way to the Gym.

[IrmoCock]

Auguste is a cornerback, and Culliver is a safety, so it's not like one would trump the other.

It should be noted, however, that Culliver can play corner. He practiced at corner at the Shrine Bowl and played there during the game. He's definitely got the speed to play there, although it's not his first position. This kid wants a shot at reciever and, to be honest, in our offense who wouldn't?

[pc72687]

Well Carlos wanted the same shot and we gave it to him, and he has done alright at both so it definitly couldn't hurt to give him a shot at multiple positions. Heck, with Syvelle and Jenkins sometimes a position switch can be a good thing (Syvelle could probably play wherever he wanted to really and do well, I believe he is just that athletic).

[scfan5338]

Dunlap Has Made A Commitment
By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester has committed to a school according to his father. "We haven't actually sat down and and made it public," Carlos Sr. said Tuesday afternoon. "He has made a decision. He might make it public before he leaves for the All-American game or he might wait till he comes back." According to Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad, ESPN sent a contract to the Dunlaps for the televising of the announcement if they want to go that direction. Regardless of who he announces for, Carlos Jr. will make more official visits in January. He visited USC last weekend. He will visit Tennessee January 13th and Florida January 20th. And Carlos Sr. said they will try to make a visit to Clemson "if we can squeeze it in."

All signs point to it being USC.

[scfan5338]

Culliver Favors Two SEC Teams
By Phil Kornblut
DB Chris Culliver (6-1 190) of Garner, NC said Tuesday he is now looking primarily at USC and Florida and could make a decision as early as tonight after discussing things with his father. "It depends on whether I want to play receiver or corner," the Shrine Bowler said. "USC likes me as a receiver and Florida as a corner." Culliver has not made any official visits at this point. He is scheduled to visit USC January 13th and Florida on the 20th.

Really hope we get him.

[scfan5338]

Wright Still Split
By Phil Kornblut
No decision yet from LB K.J. Wright (6-4 220) of Olive Branch, MS who is still 50-50 between USC and Mississippi State. He made his official visit to USC last weekend and is scheduled to visit Mississippi State January 20th. "We're just talking to see what best fits me," Wright said of his discussions with his family. He did not give a timetable for a decision.

WB, do you really think we will take this guy??? We have 3 LB's in this class and looks like we are set.

[TrueGCFan]

WB, Neo what are you guys hearing about Dunlap?

[TaySC]

Wright Still Split
By Phil Kornblut
No decision yet from LB K.J. Wright (6-4 220) of Olive Branch, MS who is still 50-50 between USC and Mississippi State. He made his official visit to USC last weekend and is scheduled to visit Mississippi State January 20th. "We're just talking to see what best fits me," Wright said of his discussions with his family. He did not give a timetable for a decision.

WB, do you really think we will take this guy??? We have 3 LB's in this class and looks like we are set.

I am wondering the same thing......

I haven't heard much about this guy and we are obviously limited at this point.

Are we even recruiting this guy at this point???

[LedCock]

December 19, 2006
Dunlap Has Made A Commitment
By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester has committed to a school according to his father. "We haven't actually sat down and and made it public," Carlos Sr. said Tuesday afternoon. "He has made a decision. He might make it public before he leaves for the All-American game or he might wait till he comes back." According to Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad, ESPN sent a contract to the Dunlaps for the televising of the announcement if they want to go that direction. Regardless of who he announces for, Carlos Jr. will make more official visits in January. He visited USC last weekend. He will visit Tennessee January 13th and Florida January 20th. And Carlos Sr. said they will try to make a visit to Clemson "if we can squeeze it in."

[Williams-Brice]

I'm hearing Carlos will be a Gamecock, and I wouldn't be surprised if it is announced tomorrow. However, I was not informed about the ESPN cameras, and if I were Carlos, then I would go that route. Also, it wouldn't surprise me if Culliver announces in favor of the Gamecocks tomorrow. I'm just reading between the lines there. Remember . . . we've been told that Wednesday is going to be a huge day. Culliver wants to decide with his dad tonight. I'm putting two and two together that someone knows something here.

[GatorHunter]

Culliver Favors Two SEC Teams
By Phil Kornblut
DB Chris Culliver (6-1 190) of Garner, NC said Tuesday he is now looking primarily at USC and Florida and could make a decision as early as tonight after discussing things with his father. "It depends on whether I want to play receiver or corner," the Shrine Bowler said. "USC likes me as a receiver and Florida as a corner." Culliver has not made any official visits at this point. He is scheduled to visit USC January 13th and Florida on the 20th.

Really hope we get him.

This one will be interesting...not really a need position at UF anymore...although, Culliver will not be offered WR. I guess it'll come down to what position he wants to play. Florida only has 7 spots available and we are expecting 5-6 committments in the next 2-3 weeks...

[GatorHunter]

December 19, 2006
Dunlap Has Made A Commitment
By Phil Kornblut
DE Carlos Dunlap Jr. (6-6 245) of Fort Dorchester has committed to a school according to his father. "We haven't actually sat down and and made it public," Carlos Sr. said Tuesday afternoon. "He has made a decision. He might make it public before he leaves for the All-American game or he might wait till he comes back." According to Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad, ESPN sent a contract to the Dunlaps for the televising of the announcement if they want to go that direction. Regardless of who he announces for, Carlos Jr. will make more official visits in January. He visited USC last weekend. He will visit Tennessee January 13th and Florida January 20th. And Carlos Sr. said they will try to make a visit to Clemson "if we can squeeze it in."

If he has indeed committed, then it's gotta be USCe...he doesn't have a committable offer from UF yet...they're waiting to see if he qualifies, that's why his visit was pushed back to late January. Doesn't bode well for either school that he is still gonna take visits, though. How can a player consider himself committed, yet still shopping?

[Williams-Brice]

I agree about the visits, GH. That bothers the crap out of me. What is your gut on Culliver? I have read things over the past two days that say it's going to be Carolina, but then again I'm weary of the fact that we pretty much came into his picture as of last week.

[gamecockdroc]

This one will be interesting...not really a need position at UF anymore...although, Culliver will not be offered WR. I guess it'll come down to what position he wants to play. Florida only has 7 spots available and we are expecting 5-6 committments in the next 2-3 weeks...

We have been recruiting him as a reciever but Spurs told him if he came to USC and wanted to be a DB then he could.

[Carolina Cowboy]

I would love to have Dunlap.However, Geathers is higher on my list he has the genetics to play on sunday like his father and brother. He will have four years to play and will be a dominate force in the SEC with Mathews and Robertson.

[TaySC]

I would love to have Dunlap.However, Geathers is higher on my list he has the genetics to play on sunday like his father and brother. He will have four years to play and will be a dominate force in the SEC with Mathews and Robertson.

AND he should be safe academically now........

[Carolina Cowboy]

AND he should be safe academically now........
ALL upside and he has had ayear to grow up living away from home. He was wild and out of control when he lived with his father in Andrews.

[Carolina Cowboy]

From the start of preseason practice, Sidney Rice said he planned to return to South Carolina for the 2007 season.

But the 6-foot-4 receiver left himself a little wiggle room Monday when he refused to rule out the possibility that he would declare for the NFL draft.

“I didn’t say there’s nothing that couldn’t change my mind,” Rice said during a news conference to preview the Liberty Bowl. “But I’m saying, as of now, I’m staying here.”

Rice, a native of Gaffney, said that family concerns might prompt him to reverse course and turn pro early.

“But,” he added, “we’re doing fine right now.”

At a Nov. 14 news conference, USC coach Steve Spurrier said Rice had told him he was coming back next season and gave Spurrier approval to announce the news publicly. Since then, Rice said Spurrier approached him and asked about speculation surrounding Rice’s future.

“I haven’t made any plans, so nothing’s changing,” Rice said. “Coach had talked about hearing some rumors a couple weeks ago. But I haven’t made (a) decision.”

Rice, a redshirt sophomore who is eligible to enter the draft because he is three years removed from high school, said he has not yet applied to be evaluated by the NFL’s Underclassmen Advisory Committee.

Two other USC underclassmen — tailback Cory Boyd and linebacker Jasper Brinkley — said they would be back in ’07, although both are interested to see where they would be projected. Boyd has filed the paperwork to be evaluated by the committee, while Brinkley is considering it.

“I’m not going nowhere. I’m back no matter what — no ifs ands or buts about it,” said Boyd, a junior who leads USC in rushing with

[GatorHunter]

I agree about the visits, GH. That bothers the crap out of me. What is your gut on Culliver? I have read things over the past two days that say it's going to be Carolina, but then again I'm weary of the fact that we pretty much came into his picture as of last week.

Culliver is an interesting case...he is "rumored" to be headed to Gainesville...for a while now. I know that Carolina has got in on him late and he's looking hard at the Cocks...to be honest, I have not really "asked" much about him because his position is not a "needed" position for the Gators and there are a couple of "higher touted" players ahead of him that have yet to decide...also, I've been focusing on "needed" positions for the Gators, i.e, DL, LB and a certain "waivering" QB...he is a very talented DB and would also probably make a fine WR...I don't know which position he favors...but, again, the last I heard, 2 weeks ago, he was Gator...such is recruiting, you never know.

[TaySC]

It would not surprise me if he is a Gator, but I would really love to have him in the Garnet & Black.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Culliver is an interesting case...he is "rumored" to be headed to Gainesville...for a while now. I know that Carolina has got in on him late and he's looking hard at the Cocks...to be honest, I have not really "asked" much about him because his position is not a "needed" position for the Gators and there are a couple of "higher touted" players ahead of him that have yet to decide...also, I've been focusing on "needed" positions for the Gators, i.e, DL, LB and a certain "waivering" QB...he is a very talented DB and would also probably make a fine WR...I don't know which position he favors...but, again, the last I heard, 2 weeks ago, he was Gator...such is recruiting, you never know. GH whats the word on D-Lo he has totally droped off the recruiting scene?

[scfan5338]

GH whats the word on D-Lo he has totally droped off the recruiting scene?

I think he is Illinois bound. Not sure but he might have even committed to them.

[Williams-Brice]

Welcome to Wednesday. I'll see y'all in the morning and at certain points throughout the day. Get some rest. It sounds like this is going to be a great day to be a Gamecock.

[OmahaBound]

Saunders In No Hurry On Decision
By Phil Kornblut
Shrine Bowl TE Wes Saunders (6-6 270) of Durham, NC says he's not close to making a decision and will make visits in January before choosing a school. Saunders has scheduled visits to South Carolina January 13th and North Carolina on the 20th. He said he is also looking at Wake Forest, Florida State and NC State for other visits. He does not claim a favorite.

Is he someone the coaches like enough to make room for or is he going to be lost in the numbers if the next couple days/weeks are as good as rumored?

[SPURED]

Welcome to Wednesday. I'll see y'all in the morning and at certain points throughout the day. Get some rest. It sounds like this is going to be a great day to be a Gamecock.
hey WB have you been following this "Shock the World" Recruit???? could get interesting if he chooses us over the two teams that are talking about him right now.

we could aslo get a few suprises tomorrow guys. you will all be very happy gamecocks tomorrow. its looking to be a win Wynn situation for us tomorrow.

[GatorHunter]

GH whats the word on D-Lo he has totally droped off the recruiting scene?

Not if he can help it...DLO committed to Illinois a few days ago...but most believe it's not over. Remember, he committed to f$u a year ago, de-committed and committed to UF this summer, de-committed and opened things up, only to commit to UF once again after the USCe game...now, he's given his pledge to the Zooker...he obviously loves the attention and from what I've heard, didn't feel that UF was givin' him enough "love"...also heard that he isn't very "kean" on the amount of work and dedication that Meyer expects from his players...honestly don't know what the deal is with him...but I can tell you this, he has no chance to be in our class...he's burnt that bridge. Before it's all said I done, I believe he'll be a nole...just seems like a fitting place for someone of his character.

[Carolina Cowboy]

Come on Bobby Bowden can control a player like that.

[Williams-Brice]

we could aslo get a few suprises tomorrow guys. you will all be very happy gamecocks tomorrow. its looking to be a win Wynn situation for us tomorrow.

Yeah, I've heard it could be Jarius Wynn, but that's not what that guy meant when he said win Wynn. He said if Jarius decides to sign with us, then it will be a win Wynn situation for us. I don't think that's who the surprise is. I could be wrong. We'll see.

[JerryBeeds]

Yeah, I've heard it could be Jarius Wynn, but that's not what that guy meant when he said win Wynn. He said if Jarius decides to sign with us, then it will be a win Wynn situation for us. I don't think that's who the surprise is. I could be wrong. We'll see.

Heard Kornblut on the radio this morning say that he thought we could concievably get verbals from Culliver, Ajiboye, and Geathers today. He also said that he was certain that in the end, Dunlap would be a Gamecock. :thumpsup:

[SPURED]

Yeah, I've heard it could be Jarius Wynn, but that's not what that guy meant when he said win Wynn. He said if Jarius decides to sign with us, then it will be a win Wynn situation for us. I don't think that's who the surprise is. I could be wrong. We'll see.
yeah i know that Wynn wasnt the Shock the World guy he was talking about. but im starting to get a good feel for a certain 5 star guy down in Florida.

[palmettocock]

yeah i know that Wynn wasnt the Shock the World guy he was talking about. but im starting to get a good feel for a certain 5 star guy down in Florida.
That narrows it down to Noel Devine, Torrey Davis, and....John Brantley?!?! :ohmy:

[Williams-Brice]

I'm hearing the same thing from many different people, SPURED. I have no signal on my phone and so many people are on Gamecock Central right now that I can't read anything. No one can call me and tell me what's happened, and I can't check on my own. It's driving me nuts.

[SPURED]

I'm hearing the same thing from many different people, SPURED. I have no signal on my phone and so many people are on Gamecock Central right now that I can't read anything. No one can call me and tell me what's happened, and I can't check on my own. It's driving me nuts.
yeah Gamecock Central is acting wierd right now. i actually just got on and nothing is going on right now.

[NineInchCock]

That narrows it down to Noel Devine, Torrey Davis, and....John Brantley?!?! :ohmy:

Out of all those guys, I would think Brantley would be the most realistic, since he's talked with Spurrier before and we've actually recruited him.

Davis, on the other hand, we haven't recruited as far as I know, but he is a position of need (DT) and would imaginably be high on our "want list".

As for Devine, more than likely not because of grades. Also, I'm fairly certain he hasn't commited to a school yet, and most sources seem to relay that the "secret commit" is already commited to another school. If it DOES turn out to be him though, I'll shit in my pants from excitement. IMO, he deserves to be the number one player in the nation. The things he does with the ball are unreal.

[SPURED]

Divine is going to prep school.

and before everyone gets there hopes up, i have no clue if this Shock the world guy is actually going to committ to us but the word is he COULD do it sometime this week IF he does decomitt from his other school. for all i know this may never happen but it does seem to have some legs under it so you never know.

[pc72687]

Well, if he doesn't decommit then we'll be fine. Two years ago there was a DB that is now at UF that was going to "shock the world" and he didn't so it could just be talk.

[IrmoCock]

Well, if he doesn't decommit then we'll be fine. Two years ago there was a DB that is now at UF that was going to "shock the world" and he didn't so it could just be talk.

I remember that. His name was Avery someting. Was it Avery Atkins?

[pc72687]

Yes, that was who I was thinking of. By the way, Gladiator is my favorite movie of all time there Irmocock (saw your sig).

[wildwes]

Well, I believe the most likely 5* player from Florida that could be the suprise commit would be OL James Wilson. He is a soft commit to Southern Cal so he could switch to the real USC. The one that would "Shock the World" the most would be Noel Devine.

[SPURED]

Johnathon Williams has signed his Letter of Intent. and it looks like Ladi Ajiboye has committed to us as well. It looks like our Dline class is going to be a Monster.

[IrmoCock]

Johnathon Williams has signed his Letter of Intent. and it looks like Ladi Ajiboye has committed to us as well. It looks like our Dline class is going to be a Monster.
There are whispers of the D word going around concerning our Dline. You know the one.....depth. There's a first time for everything right.

By the way, Gladiator is my favorite movie of all time there Irmocock (saw your sig).

Thanks. Words to live by, my friend.

[wildwes]

Ajiboye Headed To USC
By Phil Kornblut
DL Ladi Ajiboye (6-2 305) of Hargrave Prep, VA and Atlanta said Wednesday he will enroll at USC in January. Ajiboye is not sure when he'll sign his scholarship papers. He signed a letter of intent with Virginia Tech last February after backing off a commitment to the Gamecocks. Now, he is sure he wants to play in Columbia. "My time at Hargrave really opened my eyes," Ajiboye said. "When I went to Virginia Tech my second time, it didn't seem the same. I have friends at South Carolina (Carlos Thomas) and I have people coming in (Addison Williams) and we've been talking and South Carolina is the best place for us." As for his teammate at Hargrave DE Clifton Geathers possibly joining him at USC, Ajiboye said, "He told me he was, but you never know." Ajiboye said Clemson also recruited him hard this second time around.

Welcome aboard Ladi!!!!!

[Kevhugh]

How did I miss the fact that Lecorn and Allen had pushed back their announcement???

[Neo]

USC Commitments

DL Ladi Ajiboye 6-2/305/4.8
Scout - #67 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #27 - 4-Stars

S/WR Mark Barnes 6-3/190/4.5 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #2 5-Stars
Rivals - #17 4-Stars

DB Sam Pope 6-1/195/4.5 (JUCO)
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Jonathan Williams 6-4/270/4.7 (JUCO)
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TE Mat Williams 6-4/220/4.75
Scout - #58 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #46 - 3-Stars

QB Stephen Garcia 6-3/212/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #13 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

ATH Pat DiMarco 6-3/225/4.75
Scout - NR - 1-Star
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DT Donte'e Nicholls 6-2/290/4.9
Scout - #54 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #51 - 3-Stars

OLB Alonzo Winfield 6-0/197/4.5
Scout - #73 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #43 - 3-Stars

WR Jason Barnes 6-4/192/4.45
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

TB Eric Baker 6-4/200/4.4
Scout - #47 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #36 - 3-Stars

LB Melvin Ingram 6-1/227/4.5
Scout - #45 - 2-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR/TE Joseph Hills 6-4/205/4.55 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #76 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #16 - 4-Stars

WR Larry Freeman 6-3/220/4.5 (JUCO)
Scout - NR - 4-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

WR Matt Clements 6-2/185/4.4
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - #40 - 3-Stars

S Arkee Smith 6-1/190/4.5
Scout - #99 - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars

DB Jamire Williams 6-0/185/4.4
Scout - #55 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #20 - 3-Stars

OL Kyle Nunn 6-6/280/5.4
Scout - #56 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #62 - 3-Stars

WR Michael Bowman 5-11/156/4.6
Scout - NR - 3-Stars
Rivals - NR - 3-Stars

TB Brian Maddox 6-0/215/4.4 (RivalsTop250)
Scout - #33 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #14 - 4-Stars

OT Quintin Richardson 6-4/265/5.0 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #21 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #8 - 4-Stars

DE Cliff Matthews 6-4/223/4.7 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #17 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #3 - 4-Stars

DE Travian Robertson 6-4/230/4.6 (RivalsTop100)
Scout - #20 - 4-Stars
Rivals - #7 - 4-Stars

CB Addison Williams 5-9/170/4.5
Scout - #46 - 3-Stars
Rivals - #26 - 3-Stars

DE Byron McKnight 6-4/220/4.7
Scout - NR - 2-Stars
Rivals - NR - 2-Stars


Grayshirts, Transfers and Prep

OL Ryan Broadhead 6-5/280/4.8
Scout - N