USC Recruiting News

[Neo]

Alright, thanks man. I hope we steal some committs away. But right now it looks like we will have a nice defense, as always. And it also looks like we are going to have a good offense. Sucks about Syvelle and the rest of the players though.

PDJ

They are young men and they knew the consequences of their actions. :(

[uscballer101]

yeah, what they did made the team and the school look very bad. They shouldve thought more about the team and what would occur. Oh well though. They have to live with it now. I am just itching for the season to start already. And there are so many more months to wait. Wouldn't it be nice if football was all year long? I can only wish.

[Neo]

yeah, what they did made the team and the school look very bad. They shouldve thought more about the team and what would occur. Oh well though. They have to live with it now. I am just itching for the season to start already. And there are so many more months to wait. Wouldn't it be nice if football was all year long? I can only wish.

Yep...So how do you like the site USCballer? Where did you hear about us? :)

[uscballer101]

I like it very much, especially since the administrator is a Cock. My brother is RW13.

[Neo]

I like it very much, especially since the administrator is a Cock. My brother is RW13.

Oh ok...I know your brother very well... :D

Anyways, back on topic....

I think we are just waiting on Hannah and one or two others and then we're done.

[uscballer101]

Sounds good to me, get as many as we can. Since we are on our way to a national championship. Ok maybe im alittle ahead of myself. But I am very hopeful for the future. I would like to see us at least in a BCS in the next 5 years. I would be happy if we did that.

[Neo]

Let's continue this at the "Water Fountain". You will see the message there from me.

[uscballer101]

sorry, im alittle slow, but what is the water fountain?

[Neo]

sorry, im alittle slow, but what is the water fountain?

Go to the "SECTalk.com Forums" and then scroll down. Or Click "New Posts" at the top of your screen and you can go there that way. :)

[Neo]

Sledge Tells USC Not To Worry
WR Eric Sledge (6-4 195) of Apopka, FL committed to USC last Sunday but left open the possibility for more visits. So it's not surprising he scheduled trips for this weekend to Florida and for the 28th to NC State. However, Sledge says those trips haven't dampened his feelings for USC. "The commitment is probably stronger now than it was," Sledge said Thursday night. "I've talked to them more personally this week. I talked to Steve Spurrier Junior tonight around 8:00 PM. I know South Carolina is going to win. They are putting themselves in position to be number one. We've got a great recruiting class coming in. I feel like I can come right in and start." Sledge says Gamecock fans shouldn't make too much out of his other visits. "I just want to see new things," he said. "I told the coaches I'm still with Carolina. I've definitely been a Gator fan but it was coach Spurrier running those teams. But they haven't been the same since Spurrier left. I turned into a Miami fan. I have a cousin at Miami, so I'm a Miami fan." Good thing for USC, Sledge isn't considering the Hurricanes.

[LesR923]

so are we keeping a scholi for Atkins????? I can not seem to find an answer or any info towards that.........For some reason I have a good feeling about him...De, any updates??????

[Stockcock]

I think we are just waiting on Hannah and one or two others and then we're done.

That would be Atkins, Walker, Murdock, Todd and maybe Davis? I count 24-25 commits so far so 30 seems to be the number.

It always seem to come down to 2 or 3 that make your class and if we get Atkins, Walker and Murdock those would be the ones to put us in the top 20 in terms of class rating.

[Stockcock]

so are we keeping a scholi for Atkins????? I can not seem to find an answer or any info towards that.........For some reason I have a good feeling about him...De, any updates??????

I'll guarantee you we are. I don't know if we really have a shot at him, but he would be the only 5 star in this class.

We do need Hannah, Murdock and Walker. If we get Todd and Atkins too then we would have a top class. I think Mike Davis is jerking our chain.

[Demandbetter]

That would be Atkins, Walker, Murdock, Todd and maybe Davis? I count 24-25 commits so far so 30 seems to be the number.

It always seem to come down to 2 or 3 that make your class and if we get Atkins, Walker and Murdock those would be the ones to put us in the top 20 in terms of class rating.

Don't forget about Hannah.

[WayzUp]

Young commits To USC
RB Brandyn Young (6-0 195) of Tucker, GA committed to USC Wednesday. "The opportunity was there and there was no need to wait any longer," Young said. Young said he will not make any other official visits. He visited USC and Maryland and was scheduled to visit Vanderbilt this weekend.
Del, how much do you know about this guy?

[BantamRooster]

I think atkins Knows he has a good chance of starting next year along side ko and sinclair. USC needs murdock and Hannah to put us over the top.Lets not forget about green, if he doesn't commit to tech this week usc has a good shot of sighning him. He basicaly stuffed clemson this past weekend.

[Neo]

I think atkins Knows he has a good chance of starting next year along side ko and sinclair. USC needs murdock and Hannah to put us over the top.Lets not forget about green, if he doesn't commit to tech this week usc has a good shot of sighning him. He basicaly stuffed clemson this past weekend.

I agree......


We still have a slight shot at Atkins. :D

[JBryant12]

Who is Atkins leaning towards at the moment?

[OmahaBound]

He's a fairly solid commitment to the Gators, but considering he said he'd 'shock the world' with his announcement it's certainly possible he could be making his way to Columbia.

[JBryant12]

Thanks and welcome to the site

[Stockcock]

We have 26 commitments so far. Who would we drop if we suddenly had an avalanche and got all or even more than 4 of these guys? Anybody know how many of our commitments are NQ?

Hannah -- strong lean to USC
Murdock -- strong lean to USC
Walker -- strong lean to USC
Todd - Texas Tech commitment who might change his mind
Kearney -- not sure if he is still considering USC; he is linked to OSU and UGA
Atkins -- Florida commitment who said he was shock the world on NSD
Green -- we might be back in the picture with him since he failed to commit to UFA
Davis -- this kid has everybody wondering; plus, I wonder if we need him
Brown -- OL who is heavily recruited but still considering USC

I'd be happy with the first three and maybe one surprise. (Atkins) No doubt we won't get them all.

[Jordan]

Keep in mind that there will generally be a few that end up not qualifying anyhow, and will be gray-shirted more than likely. That's why teams usually take more than 25 committments.

[Beebop]

Anyone heard any word on how SS visit went with Dakota last night?

[OmahaBound]

Anyone heard any word on how SS visit went with Dakota last night?


Spurrier Meets With Walker
By Phil Kornblut
USC coach Steve Spurrier got a close look at LB Dakota Walker (6-4 225) of Mays Landing, NJ Thursday night. Spurrier attened Walker's basketball game then visited with him and his family at his home. "It was a good visit," Walker said. "I'm definitely interested in them and I think they know that, too. They're definitely one of my top schools. I like coach Spurrier a lot. He's a good guy and a good coach. USC has the edge but Tennessee is very close. Hopefully by Monday or Tuesday I'll know." Walker will visit Virginia Tech this weekend. He has been to USC and Tennessee along with North Carolina and Purdue. Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer visited him Wednesday. North Carolina's John Bunting will be in Sunday. Tennessee's Phillip Fuler and Purdue's Joe Tiller are due in Monday.

[OmahaBound]

Johnson Returns To USC
By Conan Gasque
DE Josh Johnson (6-4 250), a freshman standout at USC in 2003, has returned to the Gamecock football program after sitting out last season. Johnson left school after the 2003 season and returned to his home in Gibsonton, FL. He enrolled at USC for this spring semester and is participating in all team drills.


Does anyone remember anything about this kid? It sounds like he has nice size, but they say he was a freshman standout and I have no recollection of him.


(By the way, thanks for the earlier welcome JBryant12)

[BantamRooster]

Del gator bait is stating that they have the latest on OJ and where he stands on his choice. Do you have access to that info?

[Neo]

Del gator bait is stating that they have the latest on OJ and where he stands on his choice. Do you have access to that info?

That is a negative.....

From what I have been told, both Florida and USC are in the lead for his commitment. :D

Personally, I think USC will get him. :D

[BantamRooster]

Thanks Have you heard of any news on chris todd? My friend from kentucky says he is the real deal

[Neo]

Thanks Have you heard of any news on chris todd? My friend from kentucky says he is the real deal

He's still in with TT. He is watching our situation very closely and is evaluating his options. :D

[BantamRooster]

We had an offer on the table,Before cade thompson came into the picture. I think they would say if they were know longer interested.QB is going to be tough with not very much experience and no experience. I fear there will be eight in the box and blitzs every other down this year. I hope that we get lucky like UT and one of these freshman can lead this Talented team.

[Neo]

We had an offer on the table,Before cade thompson came into the picture. I think they would say if they were know longer interested.QB is going to be tough with not very much experience and no experience. I fear there will be eight in the box and blitzs every other down this year. I hope that we get lucky like UT and one of these freshman can lead this Talented team.

Well I have seen Tommy Beecher with my own eyes. This kid is for real. He has the brains and the athletic ability. :D How do you throw 90+ TD's in two seasons?

[BantamRooster]

I think who ever can handle the speed of the game will win the spot.

[Neo]

I think who ever can handle the speed of the game will win the spot.

My personal opinion is that we need a kid with fire in his gut. A kid that refuses to lose. That my friend is Tommy Beecher. He's a fairly big guy at 210 lbs and he knows how to win. :D

[orlandogamecock]

Del, what do you think our chances are with QB Chris Todd? Though a commit to TT, do you think he will take a USC visit? I say one look at the SOS "highlight reel" and he's ours!

[Neo]

Del, what do you think our chances are with QB Chris Todd? Though a commit to TT, do you think he will take a USC visit? I say one look at the SOS "highlight reel" and he's ours!

I think it's a little too late in the game for him to change his mind on TT. He may string us along, but frankly I don't think he's going to come here.

[RW13]

I think we are through with QB's for this year.

[JBryant12]

So do I think we have enough for this year

[RW13]

anyone know the status of OJ Murdoch, the WR? Opinions? Do you guys think he'll come to us....

[Neo]

anyone know the status of OJ Murdoch, the WR? Opinions? Do you guys think he'll come to us....

I think he will. He was very impressed at the BB game when everyone started chanting "We want OJ!"

He said that noone has ever done that before. Not even in his hometown. He was very impressed! :D I think we have him. Right now we are his leader. :D

[Stockcock]

anyone know the status of OJ Murdoch, the WR? Opinions? Do you guys think he'll come to us....

I don't know anything, but he Walker and Hannah seem to be the remaining ones on our board that we have the best shot at. If we got those three it would make it a pretty good recruiting year. We probably won't know anything until next week at the earliest and probably not until NSD.

[RW13]

yeah, in all of the news about OJ I haven't really heard about any other schools that he's really interested in, all the news seems related to us, I hope that translates into him signing with us, BTW exactly what day is signing day?

[JBryant12]

February 2nd i think...

[Neo]

February 2nd i think...


Yep....National Signing Day (NSD) is 2/2/05. :D

[JBryant12]

We dropped to 24th on Rivals
http://rivals100.rivals.com/teamrank.asp

[Neo]

We dropped to 24th on Rivals
http://rivals100.rivals.com/teamrank.asp

If we sign either Murdock or Hannah, we will stay in the Top-25 for sure. :D

[JBryant12]

By when do you think they will choose a school?

[Neo]

By when do you think they will choose a school?

No later than next week. :D

[uscballer101]

Hey, where did the WR from Irmo decide to go? The one that decommitted from Notre Dame.

[Neo]

Hey, where did the WR from Irmo decide to go? The one that decommitted from Notre Dame.


???????

USC never offered him. :confused:

[uscballer101]

Do you know where he went though?

[Neo]

Do you know where he went though?

I don't know.... :confused:

[bigrob32]

he went to georgia tech

[uscballer101]

Thanks Bigrob

[Neo]

#4 TE/DE Jonathan Hannah (USC/NCS/UNC) Is supposed to make his decision Monday.

[bigrob32]

i would love to have hannah,and murdock

[bigrob32]

hey delo what happened to dorian capers from last years class?or anybody who knows

[Neo]

i would love to have hannah,and murdock

I think we have Murdock.... :D

[uscballer101]

He got trouble for something, i think

[Neo]

hey delo what happened to dorian capers from last years class?or anybody who knows

Armed Robbery....that's what! :D

The kid robbed some dude outside of a conveinence store.

[bigrob32]

hannah's dad played at state,wonder if that plays into his decision?

[Neo]

hannah's dad played at state,wonder if that plays into his decision?

I don't think so. I think what matters to Hannah is playing time and USC desperately needs a TE. In a sense, Hannah could be the starter as a freshman. :D

[bigrob32]

you know dude i'll never understand.what are these kids thinking?

[bigrob32]

there is know doubt

[JBryant12]

Im with ya on that. If i had the talent of some of these guys id work ma butt off to be on the team.

[pc72687]

I read somewhere that Ben Olson said he wanted to commit to SS. It was on one of "THE STATE" disscussion boards. They said ESPN said it.

[JBryant12]

who is ben olson?

[BantamRooster]

DEL In a previous thread you said I think we have MURDOCK. Did you hear something new or is this still your gut feeling?

[pc72687]

Ben Olson is a JUCO QB from California. He is a five-star recruit that rivals.com has listed as a solid verbal commiment to UCLA. He was a target of SS earlier but I had thought he had left us for the west coast. But that one poster on "The State" forum made me wonder so I am asking again, does anyone know if he is really interested in us or is this just a silly rumor.

[orlandogamecock]

This is the latest from ESPN, dated 12/20/04:

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=1950355

This is the latest I could find from ESPN, but who knows...maybe this is a "surprise" that SOS is quietly working on.

[huntnnfishn]

He committed to ucla A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO.

[huntnnfishn]

A five star......originally signed with BYU...left hander and awsome

[pc72687]

I think this must have been just a rumor. But hey, if not this year then I think next year a 5 star QB could be on our commitment list.

[Stockcock]

I don't think Olsen is a JUCO. I think he took 2 years off to do some missionary work for the Mormon church. I think he will get 4 years in college.

[RW13]

signed with UCLA right?

[Stockcock]

Not signed, but he did commit to UCLA. Early on it was rumored that SS was going after him, but I don't think he ever got him to agree to a visit. Besides, I'm sure he wanted to stay close to home.

[Neo]

DEL In a previous thread you said I think we have MURDOCK. Did you hear something new or is this still your gut feeling?

Call it a "gutsy" feeling. ;)

As for Ben Olson, I don't want him. Yeah he's a 5-Star recruit, but the kid hasn't touched a football in two (2) years. He going to be quite rusty. He committed to UCLA weeks ago and has said numerous times that he wanted to stay closer to home. So go ahead and "scratch" him off of your lists. :)

[cocky4ever]

Call it a "gutsy" feeling. ;)

As for Ben Olson, I don't want him. Yeah he's a 5-Star recruit, but the kid hasn't touched a football in two (2) years. He going to be quite rusty. He committed to UCLA weeks ago and has said numerous times that he wanted to stay closer to home. So go ahead and "scratch" him off of your lists. :)
Hey Del, have you heard anything lately about Chris Todd? Spurrier was supposed to be visiting his school this week and then Todd was going to decie if he wanted to take a visit to SC. Since I havent heard anything I'll take it as he wont be visiting.

[Neo]

Quinton Brown Update
OL Quinton Brown (6-6 250) of Orlando is still on his visit to Florida and won't be leaving campus until around 1:00 PM. He has yet to have his exit meeting with head coach Urban Meyer. Brown said he does not plan to commit and does plan to make his official visit to USC next weekend. Brown also has visited Florida State and NC State

Justin Carrington Update
RB Justin Carrington (6-0 205) of Bealton, VA is in his exit meeting with USC head coach Steve Spurrier at this hour. Carrington is on his trip to USC with his parents and sister. His parents are also in the meeting with Spurrier.

Dakota Walker Update
LB Dakota Walker (6-4 225) of Mays Landing, NJ is still on his official visit to Virginia Tech and won't return home until late this afternoon. Walker said he's having a good time on his visit. He has also visited USC, Tennessee, North Carolina and Purdue. He plans to have a decision early in the week.

Mike Davis Update
Columbia High RB Mike Davis is still on the USC campus for his official visit and won't be home until this afternoon according to his father. Davis and his mother spent the weekend at USC. His father did talk him on the phone and said Davis told him "he had a great time" on his visit. Davis also has visited Clemson, Kentucky and North Carolina. He is scheduled to visit Maryland next weekend.

[orlandogamecock]

Thanks for the update, Del!

[Neo]

Thanks for the update, Del!

No problem dude...We aim to please! :D

[JBryant12]

Is Ford still comin on the 28th?

[Neo]

Is Ford still comin on the 28th?

Last I heard...yes!

You may wanna count Ford out though. I think we have backed off of him because of his academics. :D

[JBryant12]

Allright thanks for the info. Any word on Murdock or any other possible commits...

[Neo]

Current Commits As Of 1/23/05

#37 3-Star TB Brandyn Young
NR 2-Star QB Cade Thompson
NR 2-Star LB Brent Davis
#32 3-Star LB Marvin Sapp
NR 2-Star DE Jarriel King
#10 4-Star WR Carlos Thomas
#25 4-Star TE/DE Shea McKeen
NR 2-Star DB Jeremy Ware
#45 3-Star DT Lemuel Jeanpierre
NR 2-Star S Yvan Banag
#29 3-Star DB Gerrod Sinclair
#58 3-Star WR Jared Cook (This kid is 6-6)
#54 3-Star WR Kenny McKinley
#4 3-Star K Ryan Succop
#49 3-Star WR Freddie Brown
#46 3-Star DE Nathan Pepper
#32 3-Star S Damien Wright
NR 2-Star QB Mychal Belcher
#20 3-Star TB Bobby Wallace
NR 4-Star S Mike West (Signed LOI on 12/16/04)
NR 4-Star S Brandon Isaac
NR 2-Star QB Tommy Beecher
#44 3-Star TB/LB/S Taylor Rank
#39 3-Star DE Kerry Bonds

http://rivals100.rivals.com/commitlist.asp?Year=2005&School=69


Ranked 23rd as of 1/23/05 per Rivals.com
http://rivals100.rivals.com/teamrank.asp?SID=880

[Neo]

Eric Sledge Update
WR Eric Sledge (6-4 195) of Apopka, FL remains on his official visit to Florida and won't be leaving campus until mid afternoon. Sledge has been committed to USC and he said going into the visit to Gainesville he was still committed. He is scheduled to visit NC State next weekend.

[Neo]

Allright thanks for the info. Any word on Murdock or any other possible commits...

As any new info comes, I'll pass it along... :)

[bigrob32]

i like spurriers decisions with the academics side of things,he is not wasting is time on these guys.sounds like he wants these guys to play as freshmen.in the past we would have gone after alot of these guys

[bigrob32]

what's the visit list look like for next weekend?

[Neo]

Kearney Visits Georgia
LB Tavares Kearney (6-1 205) of Tucker, GA visited Georgia over the weekend. "Everything went nice," he said. He did not commit. Kearney said he's looking at Florida, Illinois and Oklahoma State for a visit on the 28th. He has also visited USC and Ohio State. Kearney said he's not heard much from the Gamecocks since his early January visit. But a source familiar with the situation said USC does remain interested and might be getting back in touch with Kearney this week.

[Stockcock]

We might get a commitment or two tomorrow. Seems like I read that Murdock, Hannah and Walker might have decisions by then.

[uscballer101]

Man we are looking good for this next year...GO COCKS!!!

[BantamRooster]

As any new info comes, I'll pass it along... :)
I think a lot of folks are on the wrong forum. I would like to hear some solid recruiting news that doesn't come from palmettosports.com. Stockcock said he read where Murdock was going to announce on monday, I would like to see where he read that. :confused:

[Neo]

I think a lot of folks are on the wrong forum. I would like to hear some solid recruiting news that doesn't come from palmettosports.com. Stockcock said he read where Murdock was going to announce on monday, I would like to see where he read that. :confused:

Well....then you will be happy to know that Murdock and Hannah are supposed to give their decisions tomorrow. :D

[Neo]

I think a lot of folks are on the wrong forum. I would like to hear some solid recruiting news that doesn't come from palmettosports.com. Stockcock said he read where Murdock was going to announce on monday, I would like to see where he read that. :confused:

There's not much else you can post while waiting. There's no way anyone can speed up their visits and hurry up with the info before the recruit knows it himself. :D

[JBryant12]

I think a lot of folks are on the wrong forum. I would like to hear some solid recruiting news that doesn't come from palmettosports.com. Stockcock said he read where Murdock was going to announce on monday, I would like to see where he read that. :confused:

Whats worng with palmettosports.com :confused: i go there all the time

[Neo]

Whats worng with palmettosports.com :confused: i go there all the time

That's what I'm saying JB. As long as I'm not personally hearing anything, I post PS news here so that way people that come to this site, they can get the latest news without having to check so many different sites. :D

[JBryant12]

I like it. That way you do all the work and i still reap the benefits. :)

[Neo]

I like it. That way you do all the work and i still reap the benefits. :)


There ya go.... :D

[Neo]

Davis Visits USC
Columbia High RB Mike Davis (5-11 208) made his official visit to USC over the weekend. "It went good," he said. "I liked the players. They were cool and I fit in with them." James Thompson was his host. Davis said he spent a lot of time with Steve Spurrier. "We talked about the offense," he said. As for what he told Spurrier about his plans, Davis said "I'm going to let that be between me and them." Davis said he's pretty much made up his mind on a school. "I've got a good idea but nothing is sure yet," he said. Davis has also visited Clemson, North Carolina and Kentucky. He said he will visit Maryland this coming weekend.

[Neo]

Davis Visits USC
Columbia High RB Mike Davis (5-11 208) made his official visit to USC over the weekend. "It went good," he said. "I liked the players. They were cool and I fit in with them." James Thompson was his host. Davis said he spent a lot of time with Steve Spurrier. "We talked about the offense," he said. As for what he told Spurrier about his plans, Davis said "I'm going to let that be between me and them." Davis said he's pretty much made up his mind on a school. "I've got a good idea but nothing is sure yet," he said. Davis has also visited Clemson, North Carolina and Kentucky. He said he will visit Maryland this coming weekend.


Laymen's terms, he's not coming. Make the pitch to Carrington. :D

[orlandogamecock]

Davis Visits USC
Columbia High RB Mike Davis (5-11 208) made his official visit to USC over the weekend. "It went good," he said. "I liked the players. They were cool and I fit in with them." James Thompson was his host. Davis said he spent a lot of time with Steve Spurrier. "We talked about the offense," he said. As for what he told Spurrier about his plans, Davis said "I'm going to let that be between me and them." Davis said he's pretty much made up his mind on a school. "I've got a good idea but nothing is sure yet," he said. Davis has also visited Clemson, North Carolina and Kentucky. He said he will visit Maryland this coming weekend.


I agree with you, Del. He has basically thumbed his nose at USC from the start. Maybe he paid a visit as a courtesy to his parents. Homer wants to go elsewhere, let him.

[Neo]

I agree with you, Del. He has basically thumbed his nose at USC from the start. Maybe he paid a visit as a courtesy to his parents. Homer wants to go elsewhere, let him.


I agree! He's practically given USC "the bird" the whole time. I can't speak for everyone, but I know I don't want anyone here that doesn't want to be here. :D

[JBryant12]

Didnt like him anyway

[Neo]

Didnt like him anyway

Neither did I. :mad:

I am going to make a prediction.....

I predict that we are going to sign Dakota Walker and OJ Murdock.

I would love for Hannah to come here, but I see him going to NC State.

Murdock and Hannah are supposed to give their decisions tomorrow. :D

[Neo]

Newell Wants To Join USC
Irmo LB Will Newell (6-2 225) has long wanted to play for USC. The Gamecocks have not recruited him for a scholarship, but that's not going to deter one of the state's leading tacklers from reaching his goal. "If USC lets me be a preferred walkon, I'm going to do that," Newell said. "They say I look good on film and I'm a good player, but they've got to talk to coach Spurrier. Newell said he talked with Gamecock co-defensive coordinator John Thompson last week. He has visited Wofford and is scheduled to visit Newberry this weekend. This season Newell had 228 tackles and 9 sacks.

Carrington Visits USC
RB Justin Carrington (6-0 205) of Bealton, VA made his official visit to USC over the weekend. He did not commit as the Gamecock staff did not push for a decision from him during the weekend. Carrington also has visited Ohio and Indiana.

[BantamRooster]

Finally,we see usc does not push for carrington commitment.I think we are down to our final three spots. Next week will tell all when the blue chipers go to florida on the 28. I think we will be able to tell a lot when we hear sledges comments on the gators. Now I predict that Hannah does come to usc.

[Neo]

Succop Visits USC
PK Ryan Succop (6-3 210) of Hickory, NC made his official visit to USC over the weekend. He has been committed to the Gamecocks and his commitment remains firm. "It was awesome," he said of the visit. "I had a really good time. Everything went really well. I loved it. I talked to coach Spurrier a lot over the weekend. I ate a lot of meals with him." As for his take on the thinking of RB Mike Davis who was in this weekend with him, Succop said "I wouldn't be surprised if he committed," to USC.

Walker Stuck In Blacksburg
LB Dakota Walker (6-4 225) of Mays Landing, NJ visited Virginia Tech over the weekend. His flight home was canceled so he'll be staying another night in Blacksburg. "It was a good visit, everything was good," Walker said. "There wasn't just one thing that stood out. I've got to think about my decision. There is no favorite. I'm down to USC, Virginia Tech and Tennessee." Walker hopes to make a decision Monday or Tuesday. He is supposed to have Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer in his home Monday but might have to reschedule because of the travel difficulties.

[Darth Visor]

I don't think Mike Davis will come to USC, I see him going to Kentucky...It's the best place for him playing time wise....I didn't really care for him in the first place..saw him play a couple games this past season...i didn't see anything special..

[Neo]

Hannah Ready For Decision
DE Jonathan Hannah (6-5 250) of Hope Mills, NC will reveal his college choice Monday morning at ten during a news conference at his school. As of early Sunday night, Hannah said he had not made a decision and all five schools were still in the race. Hannah said he will not call the schools in advance to tell them of his decision, he will just let everyone know at the same time Monday. Hannah visited NC State over the weekend. "They did a lot of things very well," he said. "Getting to know the players," was big to him. "Some are from my area, so I knew about them. So, getting to know them was the best part. And they have top notch facilities, some of the best I've seen." Hannah said he would make up his mind tonight from among USC, Clemson, North Carolina, NC State and Virginia Tech. "Some will be shocked, and some will expect it," he said. He is not meeting with any coaches tonight but he said he would talk to any coaches who called.

Raglin Visits North Carolina
DB Richard Raglin (6-2 195) of Atlanta made his official visit to North Carolina over the weekend. "It was pretty nice," he said. "They showed us the campus and took us to the basketball game. That was pretty much it. They are pretty low on defensive backs, so there's a pretty could chance I could play if I go there." Raglin has also visited USC, Tulane and East Carolina. Right now he favors USC with Louisville second. He will visit Louisville this weekend. Raglin said he talked with his Gamecock recruiter Ron Cooper last week.

[BantamRooster]

Del after reading what Hannah said about state do you think he will pick them tomorrow. It sounds a lot like what king did when he committed to USC. I wonder if state got him because of his fathers history with the program. I,m still picking Usc at 5-1 odds. He knows if he comes to usc he will start for hall of fame coach ss.

[BantamRooster]

Del Who is scheduled for visits on the 28. I Know brown & ford are scheduled

[Neo]

Del after reading what Hannah said about state do you think he will pick them tomorrow. It sounds a lot like what king did when he committed to USC. I wonder if state got him because of his fathers history with the program. I,m still picking Usc at 5-1 odds. He knows if he comes to usc he will start for hall of fame coach ss.

That's true. I mean there are a lot of variables involved. Let's look at each one. (Pros & Cons)

USC: Could start immediately at TE and play for a HOF coach. A Top-25 recruiting class doesn't hurt either. SOS also has job security. Lack of tradition bites!

UNC: Was an early favorite, is also close to home and he has a few friends that have signed with UNC. Coach Bunting's tenure is in question.

NC State: Following his father's shoes and close to home. Coach Amato's job is in jeopardy.

Now looking at those, I'm saying it's 50/50 that we sign him. I don't care what anyone else tells ya. A player is not going to sign with a school if he thinks the coach is going to leave/fired within 3-4 years. I think job security will play a role in his decision.

I know I said that I thought he was going to sign with NCS, but now after really looking at it, I'm changing my stance. I say he is going to sign with USC tomorrow.

I think we have Murdock too. If you could have seen OJ's face at the basketball game when all of those USC fans were chanting "We want OJ!", he looked like a kid with a free pass in a candy store. It made him feel really wanted. The only thing when it comes to OJ that I would be worried about is if Meyer guarantees him playing time as a freshman. :D

[Neo]

Del Who is scheduled for visits on the 28. I Know brown & ford are scheduled

1/28/05:

#35 3-Star OL Quinton Brown 4.9/40
#17 4-Star TB Mike Ford 4.4/40

[orlandogamecock]

Well, I guess there will be big breaking news until Monday...

But...

MAN, WILL IT BE AN INTERESTING DAY MONDAY!

[BantamRooster]

Del that was your best thread yet I am impressed. You said today that Murdock would decide tomorrow where did you get that info? The one thing I didn't hear today was eric sledges comments on florida. that makes me nervous that he likes the gators.On thier sight all of the 4 and 5 star athlete's had positive remarks about myers.

[Neo]

Well, I guess there will be big breaking news until Monday...

But...

MAN, WILL IT BE AN INTERESTING DAY MONDAY!

Well...I live in Charlotte, NC so it will probably be on our local news. I'll be waiting online to post it on here as soon as he announces it. :D

[BantamRooster]

I just checked out TheWolfPacker.com it has to be the lamest sight. They have no current recruiting news. I wonder how hivera greens trip to virginia tech went? I see us having a 50-50 chance on him.

[Neo]

Del that was your best thread yet I am impressed. You said today that Murdock would decide tomorrow where did you get that info? The one thing I didn't hear today was eric sledges comments on florida. that makes me nervous that he likes the gators.On thier sight all of the 4 and 5 star athlete's had positive remarks about myers.


Last I heard, Murdock is supposed to make a decision tomorrow. I can't remember if I read or heard it. :) I have a lot going on right now and it's hard to keep track. LOL!

Eric Sledge is a very smart kid. He's the only one that has acknowledged Spurrier as the creator of modern day Gator football. I'm not too worried about Sledge. I think he knows who the real deal is. (Keep in mind that Meyer has NEVER won with his own players. He's always won with someone elses players.)

To be honest, a recruit is not going to bad mouth any university publicly. That just will cause problems for them and give him a bad rep. Do you know what OJ said about the crowd chanting his name? He said:

"Man, noone has ever done that before, not even in my hometown. This is totally cool."

I may be reading too much into that, but I really don't think I am. :D

[Neo]

I just checked out TheWolfPacker.com it has to be the lamest sight. They have no current recruiting news. I wonder how hivera greens trip to virginia tech went? I see us having a 50-50 chance on him.

TheWolfPacker.com is about as accurate as footballscoop.com

Footballscoop.com is football's version of the National Enquirer. :rolleyes:

[BantamRooster]

I read that to it came out of that local florida paper.He also said it has been his child hood dream to play at florida. If we get Murdock I don't care to much about the rest.OJ is a super fast play maker. Although, he would probably leave eary for the draft after learning ss offense.

[Neo]

I read that to it came out of that local florida paper.He also said it has been his child hood dream to play at florida. If we get Murdock I don't care to much about the rest.OJ is a super fast play maker. Although, he would probably leave eary for the draft after learning ss offense.



Last I heard, we are his leader and the team to beat! :D

[BantamRooster]

What about green? did he show up to va tech? Va Tech I think is going to get Barry turnner. That would leave green out. The biggest mistake USC made this year was not having the right size jersey for his exit pictures.

[BantamRooster]

It looks like the pats and the eagles in the super bowl

[Neo]

It looks like the pats and the eagles in the super bowl

Okay....I'm back... :D Had to cook my dinner!

If Pittsburgh wants this game, they better get to it.

[Neo]

Carrington Visits USC
RB Justin Carrington (6-0 205) of Bealeton, VA made his official visit to USC over the weekend and was given a plan that might lead to him being a Gamecock in the future. "He (Spurrier) game me an option," Carrington said. "They could oversign, and if they do, they would want me to go to a prep school for a year." Carrington said he's not opposed to that idea, but he is also considering his other options of Indiana and Ohio. His recruiter from Indiana will be in to see him Monday.

[bigrob32]

Robinson Will Leave The State
Northwestern DB Jamie Robinson (6-3 185) has decided to play his college football outside of South Carolina. Robinson said Sunday afternoon he has narrowed his decision to Florida State and Virginia Tech eliminated Clemson from consideration. "I was just more impressed with Florida State than I was with Clemson," Robinson said. "They were...
(Jan. 23)

[bigrob32]

that's FUNNY!

[Neo]

that's FUNNY!


What's funny? :confused:

[BantamRooster]

What's funny? :confused:
Florida got three more four star commitments today, unreal. :mad:

[Neo]

*RUMOR*Voices are saying WR Eric Sledge has committed to Florida.*RUMOR*

[BantamRooster]

Thats what I was scared of. It might fall apart here at the end.I'm talking sledge,murdock,sinclair,and Hannah to nc state.

[Neo]

Thats what I was scared of. It might fall apart here at the end.I'm talking sledge,murdock,sinclair,and Hannah to nc state.

So far it's just a rumor. When and if I can confirm, then you need to worry. :D

[BantamRooster]

It's not on Gator Bait.

[Neo]

It's not on Gator Bait.


I'm checking on it...one sec.... :D

[BantamRooster]

So far it's just a rumor. When and if I can confirm, then you need to worry. :D
All we need is oj to commit to play along side carlos thomas and we have a great duo at wr. If sledge commits to the gators he will be way down on the dpeth chart. they have already sighned three 4 star wr and one 3 star wr. They also sighned two 4 star db. :mad:

[Neo]

All we need is oj to commit to play along side carlos thomas and we have a great duo at wr. If sledge commits to the gators he will be way down on the dpeth chart. they have already sighned three 4 star wr and one 3 star wr. They also sighned two 4 star db. :mad:

Ok...so far according to Scout.com and Rivals.com, this is just a rumor. I am still looking into it. :D

[BantamRooster]

Ok...so far according to Scout.com and Rivals.com, this is just a rumor. I am still looking into it. :D
Check and see if you can find anything on green. :)

[Neo]

Check and see if you can find anything on green. :)

It's true...he (Sledge) has committed to Florida. Expect to see an official announcement later. :mad:

[Neo]

RECRUITING: Eric Sledge pulls the trigger
By Ryan Jordan & GC Staff GatorCountry.com
Date: Jan 23, 2005

Eric Sledge made a visit to Columbia, SC last week and made a commitment to the Gamecocks. This week he decided to go ahead with a planned visit to Gainesville, FL. Could the Gators change his mind?

“I went to Florida this week and I changed my commitment. That is the place I want to be and I always wanted to be since I was growing up. I’ve wanted to be there my whole life and I stepped into that stadium I just knew that was it for me,” Eric Sledge said.
What was the best part about the weekend?

“The best part about the visit was the academics and the academic facilities they have. It’s so close to home and I just love it.”

Is Sledge now completely done with recruiting?

“I am absolutely through with recruiting now. No more in homes or official visits except with Coach Meyer.”

Scout.com will speak further to Eric Sledge about his commitment in the near future and GatorCountry.com will have a story from Eric's coach. Stay tuned!

[Neo]

I feel sick to my stomach now.... :mad:

[orlandogamecock]

Not to worry, eh? Cya, Mr. Sledge. Don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out! :mad:

We'll be fine without you! :cool:

[Neo]

Not to worry, eh? Cya, Mr. Sledge. Don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out!

Does anyone's word mean anything anymore? I get so freakin sick of these "flamboyant jock-straps" that say one thing and do another... :mad:

[bigrob32]

I Was Worried About These Guys Taking More Visits

[BantamRooster]

what can you say? I just hope this does not start a chain reaction. The swamp is calling!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bigrob32]

Let's Try To Keep Our Heads Up,just One Recruit.

[BantamRooster]

Nice work del! I guess this will be palmettosports lead story at 11:00. what about that loser bergen going to illinois now instead of iowa. I didn't know illinois had a football team.

[bigrob32]

Newell Wants To Join USC
Irmo LB Will Newell (6-2 225) has long wanted to play for USC. The Gamecocks have not recruited him for a scholarship, but that's not going to deter one of the state's leading tacklers from reaching his goal. "If USC lets me be a preferred walkon, I'm going to do that," Newell said. "They say I look good on film and I'm a good player, but...
(Jan. 23)

[Neo]

Nice work del! I guess this will be palmettosports lead story at 11:00. what about that loser bergen going to illinois now instead of iowa. I didn't know illinois had a football team.

LOL! :D :D

[Neo]

Ol' Korn still hasn't picked up on this. Tsk tsk!

[Neo]

*UPDATE*

Jonathan Hannah has widdled his decision down to UNC and USC.

His press conference is probably going to be televised here in Charlotte, NC so I'm going to be online ready to post his decision regardless. :D

[Neo]

Current Commits As Of 1/23/05

#37 3-Star TB Brandyn Young
NR 2-Star QB Cade Thompson
NR 2-Star LB Brent Davis
#32 3-Star LB Marvin Sapp
NR 2-Star DE Jarriel King
#10 4-Star WR Carlos Thomas
#25 4-Star TE/DE Shea McKeen
NR 2-Star DB Jeremy Ware
#45 3-Star DT Lemuel Jeanpierre
NR 2-Star S Yvan Banag
#29 3-Star DB Gerrod Sinclair
#58 3-Star WR Jared Cook (This kid is 6-6)
#54 3-Star WR Kenny McKinley
#4 3-Star K Ryan Succop
#49 3-Star WR Freddie Brown
#46 3-Star DE Nathan Pepper
#32 3-Star S Damien Wright
NR 2-Star QB Mychal Belcher
#20 3-Star TB Bobby Wallace
NR 4-Star S Mike West (Signed LOI on 12/16/04)
NR 4-Star S Brandon Isaac
NR 2-Star QB Tommy Beecher
#44 3-Star TB/LB/S Taylor Rank
#39 3-Star DE Kerry Bonds

http://rivals100.rivals.com/commitlist.asp?Year=2005&School=69


Ranked 23rd as of 1/23/05 per Rivals.com
http://rivals100.rivals.com/teamrank.asp?SID=880

[OmahaBound]

I have no problem with a recruit originally saying he would come to us, but then deciding that he would go elsewhere (as long as he's honest about that possibility when he makes the commitment). This is such an important decision for these guys, as far as happiness and playing time is concerned. If he felt he was going to be happier in Gainesville (and only a football player could say that) then so be it.

What does piss me off, however, is last week Sledge said he was just taking this visit because his parents wanted him to, but he's 100% a gamecock. This week he says he's wanted to be a Gator his entire life. So basically, he's been completely lying the entire time. If he wanted to be a Gator he should have said, 'I'm committed to the Gamecocks, but I have to listen to what the Gators have to say. I could see myself as a Gamecock or a Gator. This is an important decision and I just need to explore everything.' No one on either side would blame him for saying something like that. But no, he just flat out lies to everybody.

[Neo]

I have no problem with a recruit originally saying he would come to us, but then deciding that he would go elsewhere (as long as he's honest about that possibility when he makes the commitment). This is such an important decision for these guys, as far as happiness and playing time is concerned. If he felt he was going to be happier in Gainesville (and only a football player could say that) then so be it.

What does piss me off, however, is last week Sledge said he was just taking this visit because his parents wanted him to, but he's 100% a gamecock. This week he says he's wanted to be a Gator his entire life. So basically, he's been completely lying the entire time. If he wanted to be a Gator he should have said, 'I'm committed to the Gamecocks, but I have to listen to what the Gators have to say. I could see myself as a Gamecock or a Gator. This is an important decision and I just need to explore everything.' No one on either side would blame him for saying something like that. But no, he just flat out lies to everybody.

My sentiments EXACTLY!!!! :D

[OmahaBound]

Hehe. Hopefully this guy will get booed like Major Wingate. Assuming he gets any playing time.

[Neo]

Hehe. Hopefully this guy will get booed like Major Wingate. Assuming he gets any playing time.


That's what I do not understand for the life of me. Florida is soooo freakin deep in WR's, he'll be lucky to touch the ball in 3 years. :confused:

Here at USC, he could be starting this year.

[Neo]

I'll be sooo happy when we as fans will be listening to "We are the Champions" (Queen) and "Dream On". (Aerosmith):)

[cocky4ever]

*UPDATE*

Jonathan Hannah has widdled his decision down to UNC and USC.

His press conference is probably going to be televised here in Charlotte, NC so I'm going to be online ready to post his decision regardless. :D
If we can land Hannah and Murdock and keep the players that are already committed I would be very happy with this years recruiting class. With Murdock and Thomas we would have the 2 speedsters we needed to pick up. Im not worried about Sledge because he has already shown some of his character. Not to mention that he is a similar player to Sydney Rice and Rice is probably the better player anyway.

[bigrob32]

It was confirmed on several internet reports Sunday night that WR Eric Sledge (6-4 195) of Apopka, FL had dropped his commitment to USC in favor of one to Florida. One prospect the Gamecocks might turn to to fill the void, if they feel the need to do so, is WR Ruben Jackson (5-10 190) of City College of San Francisco. USC has maintained contact...

[WayzUp]

Let it be known that as of Sunday night that WR Eric Sledge (6-4 195) of Apopka, FL will be a name no one outside of Gainseville will ever hear again in a college football discussion.

I guess the prospect of a lot of playing time and probably starting as a Sophmore was too much pressure.

Good luck Mr. Sledge. I sincerely hope you don't come to regret your decision down the road.

[orlandogamecock]

Mr. Sledge, don't be surprised when you see Carlos Thomas or Jared Cook haul in a TD catch or two against your Gators while you are tugging on Meyer's shirttail and fetching his Gatoraid. Hope you have a good friend to help you pull the needles from your rear from riding the pines.

[Stockcock]

I don't think any of us can relate to an 18 year old who is wooed and dazzled for 24 months by men who are schooled in the psychological arts into coming to a particular university where they will be the next great superstar and go on to glory and fame in the NFL

So, it does not surprise me that he would do an about face like this. What will surprise me is if he is the only one who changes his mind.

[Chikin Scratch]

No doubt that these kids are subjected to High-Pressure sales tactics. Plus, to be honest, all USC has to offer is SS. While I cannot see him failing here at USC, it has to be pretty easy to argue why USC will not flourish under his leadership or point out all the problems going on in our program. Plus, we have this damn NCAA investigation looming. I don't know why, but I am getting real nervous about that thing...

[Neo]

USC Loses WR, Looks Elsewhere
It was confirmed on several internet reports Sunday night that WR Eric Sledge (6-4 195) of Apopka, FL had dropped his commitment to USC in favor of one to Florida. One prospect the Gamecocks might turn to to fill the void, if they feel the need to do so, is WR Ruben Jackson (5-10 190) of City College of San Francisco. USC has maintained contact with Jackson through assistant coach Steve Spurrier Jr. Jackson said Sunday night Spurrier called him last week and plans to contact him again this week. He said USC wants him to visit February 4th, the weekend after National Signing Day. Jackson said he would consider doing that because he's not sure he'll sign February 2nd. Jackson has visited Oregon State and is scheduled to visit Arizona this coming weekend. This season Jackson had 76 catches for 1493 yards and 15 touchdowns.

Hannah to Virginia Tech

[Stockcock]

According to Phil Kornblut's site, Hannah has committed to Virginia Tech. I didn't even know they were in the running.

Dang it, OBC has got his work cut out for him at TE because of this and Bergen's decision to go elsewhere.

[bigrob32]

Yep Its True

[bigrob32]

Hey Stock,what Is Phils Website?

[huntnnfishn]

.Scout.com still list USC at number 25.....

[JBryant12]

Damnit there goes our top 25

[Neo]

Damnit there goes our top 25

USC is ranked 26th by Rivals.com :D

We're stillin the hunt!

[JBryant12]

Shea Mckeen is still commited to us hes a good TE

[bigrob32]

delo who's left,and who do we have a shot at?

[Neo]

Hannah commits to Virginia Tech
DE Jonathan Hannah (6-5 250) of Hope Mills, N.C. announced Monday morning at a news conference that he has verbally committed to Virginia Tech. Hannah's final five schools were USC, Clemson, North Carolina, N.C. State and Virginia Tech.

[JBryant12]

That sucks...

[Neo]

That sucks...

Yes...it does.


Like I said earlier, he knew what his decision would be the whole time.

[JBryant12]

So ur gut feeling still that we get Murdock?

[Neo]

So ur gut feeling still that we get Murdock?

Yep......:)

[JBryant12]

I hope ur right about this one we could use a boost about now

[JBryant12]

so who else is out there that we still have a chance with?

[TKE223]

I have no problem with a recruit originally saying he would come to us, but then deciding that he would go elsewhere (as long as he's honest about that possibility when he makes the commitment). This is such an important decision for these guys, as far as happiness and playing time is concerned. If he felt he was going to be happier in Gainesville (and only a football player could say that) then so be it.

What does piss me off, however, is last week Sledge said he was just taking this visit because his parents wanted him to, but he's 100% a gamecock. This week he says he's wanted to be a Gator his entire life. So basically, he's been completely lying the entire time. If he wanted to be a Gator he should have said, 'I'm committed to the Gamecocks, but I have to listen to what the Gators have to say. I could see myself as a Gamecock or a Gator. This is an important decision and I just need to explore everything.' No one on either side would blame him for saying something like that. But no, he just flat out lies to everybody.


Give these kids a break. They are playing the same game that the coaches are. They are all playing the sales game. They are just trying to hype themselves up a bit. Recruiting is an art form, both for the recruiter and recruitee. Hats off to an 17 year kid who can play the field.

[bigrob32]

Isn't Dakota Walker Making His Decision Today?

[Neo]

Isn't Dakota Walker Making His Decision Today?

He's supposed to make his decision tomorrow. :D

Currently, we are his leader with UT right on our heels.

[JBryant12]

How good is he?

[Neo]

How good is he?

NR 3-Star LB Dakota Walker
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 225 pounds
40-yard dash: 4.5 seconds (Pretty dang fast for a LB) :D

http://rivals100.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=28292

[JBryant12]

Thanks Delo

[Demandbetter]

Yep......:)

Murdock will go to Florida and A. Atkins will shock the world by signing his letter of intent with Florida (which will in reality shock no one).

[JBryant12]

Ur such an optomist

[Demandbetter]

Ur such an optomist

Sorry. I can't help it. I've been a die hard SC fan for too long.

[OmahaBound]

Give these kids a break. They are playing the same game that the coaches are. They are all playing the sales game. They are just trying to hype themselves up a bit. Recruiting is an art form, both for the recruiter and recruitee. Hats off to an 17 year kid who can play the field.

He can play the field without lying. Like I said, I have no problem with a kid decommitting as long as he let's the coaches know that it's even the slightest bit possible. He would have been playing the field if he just said, 'I'm committed to the Gamecocks, but I have to listen to what the Gators have to say. I could see myself as a Gamecock or a Gator. This is an important decision and I just need to explore everything.' In his heart he would have known that he wanted to be a Gator, but no one can expect him to say 'I'm only coming to Columbia because I don't think Florida wants me. If they did I would definitely go there in a heartbeat.' I can't respect flat-out lying though. I suppose it's possible that he did let Spurrier know that he was still seriously considering the Gators, and the kid just got nervous when the reporter called him to get a quote. Anyways, it's over and done with. It's not like I will have any real anger towards the kid, I just have a problem with this idea that lying is ok. No matter what area of life you work in, you can generalize statements so that you're not lying and not hurting yourself at the same time.

[Neo]

Spurrier's Next Target:

NR 4-Star WR Ruben Jackson
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 190 pounds
40-yard dash: 4.4 seconds

[OmahaBound]

As far as Hannah is concerned, I'm just glad he's going to VTech instead of the other ACC options. I can respect that decision, since clearly they have a headstart on our program and use the TE so much.

Hopefully Murdock will come here, but even if he doesn't I think we have done pretty well this recruiting season....no matter what our final Rivals ranking is. We will have basically the same team as last season, with better coaching, and a handful of very skillful players added to the mix. If we can pull off a 6-5 or better regular season, including a UCF blowout on national television, then Spurrier should be able to have a fantastic class coming to Columbia in Fall '06.

[Neo]

As far as Hannah is concerned, I'm just glad he's going to VTech instead of the other ACC options. I can respect that decision, since clearly they have a headstart on our program and use the TE so much.

Hopefully Murdock will come here, but even if he doesn't I think we have done pretty well this recruiting season....no matter what our final Rivals ranking is. We will have basically the same team as last season, with better coaching, and a handful of very skillful players added to the mix. If we can pull off a 6-5 or better regular season, including a UCF blowout on national television, then Spurrier should be able to have a fantastic class coming to Columbia in Fall '06.

Ya know Omaha, we think a lot alike. :D

[Neo]

*UPDATE*


CollegeFootballNews.com has listed that TB Mike Davis has committed to Clemson.

http://collegefootballnews.com/2005/Recruiting/Recruiting_Top_76_150.htm

[SPURED]

when is murdock thinking about anouncing his decision?

[Neo]

when is murdock thinking about anouncing his decision?

I heard it was supposed to be today. :confused: :confused:

[JBryant12]

Yes!!! Mike Davis isnt coming here

[Neo]

Yes!!! Mike Davis isnt coming here

((Snicker)) :D

[SPURED]

Yes!!! Mike Davis isnt coming here
just wait till he hits our DL! and if he gets lucky and gets past the linebackers and into the secondary i want to see my buddy Ko deliver the KO! :D he will definantly wish he was a gamecock!

[Neo]

just wait till he hits our DL! and if he gets lucky and gets past the linebackers and into the secondary i want to see my buddy Ko deliver the KO! :D he will definantly wish he was a gamecock!

You mean what happened to that UGA tailback by the name of Ware? He got POPPED by LB Ricardo Hurley and started coughing up blood. :D

Then a few weeks later, he SMEARS UT's Schaeffer and breaks his collarbone.


Hurley is a total beast on the field!!! :D

[Neo]

Speaking of Hurley, you know he was the #1 LB prospect by Rivals.com and the #17 recruit in the country.

http://rivals100.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=1957

[SPURED]

yep just wait till ko gets ahold of him like hurly did to ware. trust me KO hit me in high school and ended my brief career. during practice he crushed me and cracked a vertabrae in my neck and broke my collarbone.

[Neo]

yep just wait till ko gets ahold of him like hurly did to ware. trust me KO hit me in high school and ended my brief career. during practice he crushed me and cracked a vertabrae in my neck and broke my collarbone.


OUCH!!! :eek:

[Neo]

*UPDATE*

Sources are saying TB Mike Davis is going to announce his commitment to USC later this week. I cannot confirm at this time.

[GRASSHOPPER]

If We Can Land Davis,murrdock. And Walker- Thats Got To Be A Top 15 Class?!?

[Neo]

If We Can Land Davis,murrdock. And Walker- Thats Got To Be A Top 15 Class?!?

If we land Davis, that will put us back in the Top-25 easily. Add Walker and Murdock to the mix and we are looking at Top-20. :D

[GRASSHOPPER]

It Ain't Over Until Feb. 2nd! Anything Can Happen Good Or Bad!

[Neo]

It Ain't Over Until Feb. 2nd! Anything Can Happen Good Or Bad!


That's true. I honestly don't think we are going to have it bad. :D All in all, I still think we will breach the Top-25 in recruiting.

[SPURED]

i thought you just said davis was going to clemson? something change?

[YORKCOCOCK]

undefinedundefined*UPDATE*


CollegeFootballNews.com has listed that TB Mike Davis has committed to Clemson.

http://collegefootballnews.com/2005/Recruiting/Recruiting_Top_76_150.htm
I SAW THAT ON CFN OVER A WEEK AGO I DON'T BELIEVE IT IS CORRECT. SOMEONE ELSE POSTED THAT MIKE DAVIS WAS COMMITED, BUT THAT JAMES DAVIS WAS NOT. I DON'T KNOW IF THAT WAS A MISPRINT OR NOT

[Neo]

i thought you just said davis was going to clemson? something change?

Nope

I said CollegeFootballNews was reporting that he was going to Clemson. :)

On my side of the fence, people are telling me otherwise. ;) I cannot confirm it yet though.

[GRASSHOPPER]

That's true. I honestly don't think we are going to have it bad. :D All in all, I still think we will breach the Top-25 in recruiting.WHEN SOS WAS IN CHARLESTON LAST WEEK HE TOLD THE LOCAL NEWS THAT FANS WOULD BE SHOCKED AT OUR FIRST CLASS. I KINDA TOOK IT TO MEAN SOMEONE BIG WAS COMING THAT NO ONE IS EXPECTING. I DON'T KNOW IF HE MAY HAVE MEANT HE HAD A SOLID CLASS COMING IN BUT I TOOK IT MEAN A LITTLE MORE!

[BantamRooster]

If we land Davis, that will put us back in the Top-25 easily. Add Walker and Murdock to the mix and we are looking at Top-20. :D
Del I just got back in to town,It sounds like we didn't have a very good day.Is davis a commit for usc or clemson. Did you hear anything on green? Is walker finally back from va tech. I hope he wasn't there when hanah commited. It can be contagious. Send me some good news on OJ I have been at the dentist all day.

[GRASSHOPPER]

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I SAW THAT ON CFN OVER A WEEK AGO I DON'T BELIEVE IT IS CORRECT. SOMEONE ELSE POSTED THAT MIKE DAVIS WAS COMMITED, BUT THAT JAMES DAVIS WAS NOT. I DON'T KNOW IF THAT WAS A MISPRINT OR NOTI THINK THAT IS BACKWARDS

[Neo]

WHEN SOS WAS IN CHARLESTON LAST WEEK HE TOLD THE LOCAL NEWS THAT FANS WOULD BE SHOCKED AT OUR FIRST CLASS. I KINDA TOOK IT TO MEAN SOMEONE BIG WAS COMING THAT NO ONE IS EXPECTING. I DON'T KNOW IF HE MAY HAVE MEANT HE HAD A SOLID CLASS COMING IN BUT I TOOK IT MEAN A LITTLE MORE!

That is a very distinct possibility! ;)

[Neo]

Del I just got back in to town,It sounds like we didn't have a very good day.Is davis a commit for usc or clemson. Did you hear anything on green? Is walker finally back from va tech. I hope he wasn't there when hanah commited. It can be contagious. Send me some good news on OJ I have been at the dentist all day.

Well....as you may have heard, Hannah shocked the world and went to VT.

1. I haven't heard anything about Hivera Green since his visit to Clemson.
2. Peeps are telling me that Mike Davis is going to commit to USC, but I cannot confirm that at this time.
3. Yes....Walker is back home and he is supposed to have a decision by tomorrow.
4. Murdock was supposed to have a decision ready today. I haven't heard what happened with that. :D

[BantamRooster]

I hope OJ commits to usc this week and cancels his visit to the gators, waits till after next week end and not pull a sledge. I thought Green was going to visit VA TECH this weekend. Try to dig something up on him.

[BantamRooster]

Any word on chris todd?

[Neo]

Any word on chris todd?

No change on Todd. :(

[BantamRooster]

On that site about davis,It has t davis commited under rb and m davis commited under thier top 200. I think they don't know what the hell they are talking about.

[WayzUp]

Part of me wonders if Spurrier's telling it like it is isn't scaring off some of these kids that don't like the idea of hard work. And to me, that's a good thing. I want to see kids come to Carolina that actually want to come to Columbia, want to put in the work it takes to win the SEC and want to be a part of this program.

What detail could have been bothering Sledge about USC that he didn't see in UF can't be so huge that he would go from reiterating several times his committment to Gamecocks to suddenly becoming a UF signee? I know having the last visit is sometimes considered an advantage in recruiting but that is usually a cliche reserved for the undecideds, not those who have repeatedly stated their committment to a particular school.

I dunno...something about all of this doesn't sit right....what promises were made to this kid that made him change his mind so late in the game? Don't misunderstand, by no means do I think our recruiting season's success hinges solely on whether we were to get Eric Sledge or not. I'm just using him as a great example of a kid who was definite about where he was going to go and suddenly has a change of heart. He can go to UF to sit the bench...I just hope the reason is something benign like he knew he wouldn't have to work as hard in Meyer's system or something.

I ramble....excuse me, it's Monday. :rolleyes:

[Neo]

You bring up some valid points.:)

[TaySC]

Recruiting is looking good so far, but losing Sledge and Hannah (especially the latter) hurts. We need 1 or 2 big time pickups to make this class special, but it may be too late.

[uscballer101]

Hey Del, we got any new committs today?

[Neo]

Hey Del, we got any new committs today?

Negative Captain. :D

[uscballer101]

Dang...I better wake up to some tomorrow...

[bigrob32]

I Think Sledge Commiting To The Gators Was Alot To What His Family Wanted.he Said In An Interview After His Gamecock Commit That He Had Committed To Spurrier Without Talking To Any Of His Family,so I Think That's What Happened There.i Just Thought He Should Have Stayed True.o Well It's Just One Player And We Will Be Just Fine.

[Neo]

Well It's Just One Player And We Will Be Just Fine.

Agreed partner! :D

[Neo]

Walker Decision Coming
LB Dakota Walker (6-4 225) of Mays Landing, NJ said Monday he hopes to have a decision by Tuesday. But, he's not sure he will. Walker returned home from Virginia Tech around 4:45 PM today and was not able to make the scheduled in home visit with Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer. He said he would contact Fulmer tonight to reschedule that visit. "They told me that they might be able to come by this Friday, but there's no guarantee," he said. If Fulmer is unable to make the in home visit before Friday, Walker said he might go ahead and make his decision tommorrow. He said not having the meeting would have no impact on his decision. Walker said he's open between USC, Tennessee and Virginia Tech.

What did I tell ya Bantam? It's like I said before, sometimes I get bad info, but then again I get some pretty good info from very reliable sources.

3. Yes....Walker is back home and he is supposed to have a decision by tomorrow.


Notice the time on post #964 as opposed to what Korn is reporting.

[Neo]

I beat ol' Korn by 3+ hours.

Dang....I'm good! LOL! :)

[BantamRooster]

I beat ol' Korn by 3+ hours.

Dang....I'm good! LOL! :)
Del I think you are doing a great job!!!!!! We are just getting down to the nitty gritty and we have not gotten the respect from the Blue chippers that I hoped for. :)

[Neo]

Del I think you are doing a great job!!!!!! We are just getting down to the nitty gritty and we have not gotten the respect from the Blue chippers that I hoped for. :)


Winning brings respect from recruits. :D

[BantamRooster]

Gamecock central is reporting that walker has narrowed his list to two schools do you have access to that? they report USC and Va Tech. Like I said today I hope it is not contagious.

[Neo]

Gamecock central is reporting that walker has narrowed his list to two schools do you have access to that?

USC & Tennessee... :D

[BantamRooster]

Where did you read ut?

[Neo]

Where did you read ut?


Call it intuition... :D ;)

[TaySC]

USC & Tennessee... :D

soooo....after an extended visit to VT, he dropped them from the equation?


what happened to William Bergen who came away from his visit saying he was 99% Gamecock and would probably commit anyday..... that was 2 1/2 weeks ago....

[Neo]

soooo....after an extended visit to VT, he dropped them from the equation?


what happened to William Bergen who came away from his visit saying he was 99% Gamecock and would probably commit anyday..... that was 2 1/2 weeks ago....

Bergen signed with Illinois if I'm not mistaken. :D

[BantamRooster]

Del on vol Quest.com they list walkers top two usc and VA tech. They also already have commitments from the 3 and 4 outside linebacker in the country.

[Neo]

Del on vol Quest.com they list walkers top two usc and VA tech. They also already have commitments from the 3 and 4 outside linebacker in the country.

That's true. I'm telling ya, he was not pleased on getting snowed in. :D


Hey...he can always decide differently. Peeps are telling me that it's between us and UT. :D

[BantamRooster]

Ron zook talked him into a visit this past weekend and he commited to illinois. Somebody is giving that kid some bad advice.

[BantamRooster]

That means he is deciding on usc?????????????????????

[Neo]

Ron zook talked him into a visit this past weekend and he commited to illinois. Somebody is giving that kid some bad advice.

Illinois won't see a bowl game in at least 4 years. Watch! :D

[BantamRooster]

This is the last time I wil ask has anybody heard anything on hivera green.

[Neo]

That means he is deciding on usc?????????????????????

No...what I'm saying is that everything is pointing towards USC & UT. ;)


All in all, he could always decide to sign with VT. You see what I'm saying? :D

[BantamRooster]

I don't like that he is going to call fulmer tonight and him not meeting with him has no bearing on his decision.It sounds like he has already decided.

[Neo]

I don't like that he is going to call fulmer tonight and him not meeting with him has no bearing on his decision.It sounds like he has already decided.

There are many ways that you can read that. One way is what you said.


Korn said before his visit to VT that he was favoring us. Now he says he is even. I believe he is just trying to be courteous to Coach Fulmer. Our coaches are supposed to meet with him again this week. :D


Either way...It's us or VT/UT. I would imagine he would probably go with VT over UT though just because of the signings. UT has signed 2 LB's and that doesn't include what's already on the bench.

The reason I can see us over the others is because VT already has four (4) LB's there and that means he will ride the bench. The same goes for Tennessee. :D

Go figure????

[BantamRooster]

avery atkins is now a soft commit he likes fsu? Maybe thats how he is going to shock the world? That guy is playing everybody.

[Neo]

avery atkins is now a soft commit he likes fsu? Maybe thats how he is going to shock the world? That guy is playing everybody.

See...this game is sketchy at best. :D

[pc72687]

These boys are just trying to make a splash in the papers. We will get good recruits eventually. Whether it be this year or next. Steve Spurrier has had his way most of this recruiting season and next year he will get the best QB and WR. I know this sounds hopeful but even Derrick Williams was interested in us for a while becuase the name SS has some pull. Now a good 8-3 or 9-2 record will lock in a top 5 recruiting season for next year!

[Neo]

Coaches Bombard Walker
The phone hasn't been far from the ear of LB Dakota Walker (6-4 225) of Mays Landing, NJ tonight. Besides the normal calls from media, Walker said coaches from all three schools still in the running have called. "And that's head coaches and assistants," he said. "I talked to every single coach." Walker said as of tonight USC and Virginia Tech are outfront with Tennessee "still in it somewhat. I don't know what I'm going to do. I've got to sleep on it." Walker said he could not say which team was ahead between USC and Virginia Tech. He hopes to make a decision Tuesday.

WOOHOOO! Thanks again!!!

I would imagine he would probably go with VT over UT though just because of the signings. UT has signed 2 LB's and that doesn't include what's already on the bench.

[Stockcock]

This is the last time I wil ask has anybody heard anything on hivera green.

I have not heard anything - think its deadlocked between us and UFA. He's probably waiting to see who both teams sign before he decides. I would be surprised if we don't have decisions out of most these kids by Friday. 3 and 4 star players can't afford to wait until NSD.