Florida Recruiting

[shanksta13]

I just heard that Terrance Toliver is seriously considering Florida and will make an official visit when Spurrier and South Carolina come to The Swamp.

[GatorHunter]

Berry and King are also highly interested in the Gators...should be another top class for Meyer and the Gators!!!!

[SPURED]

Berry and King are also highly interested in the Gators...should be another top class for Meyer and the Gators!!!!
i hate hearing that. you guys need to lose and not recruit well so my GameCocks can catch up talent wise :glare:

[palmettocock]

Yea, as much as I hate to say it, Urban Meyer finally has me convinced. Congrats Gators......and stop hogging all the recruiting!!!

[GatorHunter]

Bert Reed 4* #31 rated CB out of Panama City committed to UF on Wednesday.

I was a little suprised because UF has some "bigger fish" on the line...but after reading up on Mr. Reed...I understand completely....this guy has talent and is very very fast. Ran a 4.31 on grass at the Semihole Camp. Meyer has stated he wants to recruit fast players...he wants UF to be the fastest team in the country...and Meyer wants Florida kids. Great pick-up for the Gators....only 9-10 spots left...who's next!?!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!

[timNem]

Any news of late with Sidell Corley and his committment? i know Bama is still recruiting him very hard.

[GatorHunter]

Any news of late with Sidell Corley and his committment? i know Bama is still recruiting him very hard.

Corley and his family have been very "private". They do not answer the phones for interviews very often from what I've heard. Corley is the only player I worry about losing. Though, Sidell's dad still says he's committed to UF unless "something major happens"...and, if you look at the depth charts, UF is a more attractive scenario. Normally, I wouldn't be concerned about a player switching, but Corley is playing at a much needed position for the Gators. If he does decide to decommit...I hope he does it soon...UF only has a few spots left in this recruiting class and I would hate for Meyer to turn some guys away that could've helped...like last season. Two players decided to "withdraw" their committment at the last minute and it cost UF a couple of great players that wanted to be Gators, but were turned away due to a numbers crunch.

[blues_cap]

Bert Reed 4* #31 rated CB out of Panama City committed to UF on Wednesday.

I was a little suprised because UF has some "bigger fish" on the line...but after reading up on Mr. Reed...I understand completely....this guy has talent and is very very fast. Ran a 4.31 on grass at the Semihole Camp. Meyer has stated he wants to recruit fast players...he wants UF to be the fastest team in the country...and Meyer wants Florida kids. Great pick-up for the Gators....only 9-10 spots left...who's next!?!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!

john brown, assuming he gets his grades in order. followed by turreane(sp?)....jmo, though i have read good things on both.

[GatorHunter]

john brown, assuming he gets his grades in order. followed by turreane(sp?)....jmo, though i have read good things on both.

Yea...we need John Brown...5*DL for the #1 Nationally Rated Lakeland Dreadnaughts to be the 7th UF committment from that team this season. I've heard that the other guys are helping him and he's well on his way to qualifying to play for UF. I think when h makes it, he commits to UF immediately. Turreane is also very close...as is Ian Williams...after all of his visits thus far, ND, UM...Williams still says UF is the leader.

[blues_cap]

btw, if we do pick up tolliver our wr speed will be sick the next 3 years...harvin,fayson, rainey(if he plays the slot), tolliver, cooper, caldwell(for maybe one), haden(if he doesnt play D)......daaaaammmmnn

[shanksta13]

btw, if we do pick up tolliver our wr speed will be sick the next 3 years...harvin,fayson, rainey(if he plays the slot), tolliver, cooper, caldwell(for maybe one), haden(if he doesnt play D)......daaaaammmmnn

Yeah I noticed as well that Meyer seems to be bringing in a lot of speed guys. It will make the offense dangerous on every play. I can't wait to see it all stack up. Right now, I see Rainey being our starting RB in a few years if we don't get another big back (King). From what I've heard King is leaning towards Clemson, but he would be a huge pickup. Can't wait to see how the rest of the class stacks up.

[frygator]

Bert Reed 4* #31 rated CB out of Panama City committed to UF on Wednesday.

I was a little suprised because UF has some "bigger fish" on the line...but after reading up on Mr. Reed...I understand completely....this guy has talent and is very very fast. Ran a 4.31 on grass at the Semihole Camp. Meyer has stated he wants to recruit fast players...he wants UF to be the fastest team in the country...and Meyer wants Florida kids. Great pick-up for the Gators....only 9-10 spots left...who's next!?!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!

This commitment raised some eyebrows(including mine). Not because of his talent, just thought there were higher rated players(Turenne/Scott) on the board ahead of him. I'm not sure how that affects their place in this class, or if he was always thought of more by Meyer/staff. One thing is for sure, the kid has serious speed, acceleration, and wiggle. His talent screams CB at the next level, maybe even a two-way player getting some snaps in the Harvin/Fayson role.

Clips coutesy of SunshinePreps.
Bert Reed (http://64.237.99.126/clips/2007687.wmv)

[shanksta13]

Is it just me or is Chris Leak definitely looking at that LSU linebacker about to hit him??? :blink:


Hell, I would be too!

[shanksta13]

Bert Reed 4* #31 rated CB out of Panama City committed to UF on Wednesday.

I was a little suprised because UF has some "bigger fish" on the line...but after reading up on Mr. Reed...I understand completely....this guy has talent and is very very fast. Ran a 4.31 on grass at the Semihole Camp. Meyer has stated he wants to recruit fast players...he wants UF to be the fastest team in the country...and Meyer wants Florida kids. Great pick-up for the Gators....only 9-10 spots left...who's next!?!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!

This is a big pickup for us. He plays QB in high school, but I expect to see him as a WR or a DB for the Gators. I saw some footage of him and he is very fast and elusive. He has a lot of nifty moves that make defenders miss. He definitely has the top end speed that Meyer is looking for.

[GatorHunter]

Sidell Corley spoke with GC a couple of days ago and reaffirmed his committment to the Gators. He said he enjoyed his Bama visit, but he's a Gator at heart and anticipates a more favorable depth chart at UF. His father stated that he better go to UF because they've spent a fortune on "Gator Gear"!!!

Other news:

Caleb King continues to show interest in the Gators...he injured his leg and is done for the season. It was thought to be an ACL or MCL injury...which would have been bad...but an MRI showed it to be a simple fracture...he'll only be out for 4-6 weeks.

The Gators reportedly have two "big" silent commits....they are speculated to be Deonte Thompson and John Brown...but I've also heard Ian Williams and a couple of other names. I'm hearing they'll go public in a couple of weeks. UF has 18 committments already...because Ryan Smith will count towards this years numbers, that leaves us with 9 spots left...Meyer and Co. are telling recruits to crap or get off the pot....I think this is a great approach considering most recruits like to stretch it out and teams sometimes end up empty handed on signing day.

The demise of f$u and scUM is only helping in our recruiting. Demarcus Van Dyke is a stud DB that committed to scUM prior to the season...with the probable pending coaching shake-up in Miami...he has opened up his recruitment...he wants to stay in Florida....and has little interest in f$u....he's schedule a visit to UF. Also, Berry, a 5* RB scUM commit...has scheduled a visit to UF as well. I'm also hearing the DB that committed to f$u, Paige, has schedule a visit to UF.

With only 9 spots remaining, look for UF to be very selective with the final commits. John Brantley, one of the top QBs in the country and early committment to Texas has also been in the picture as of late. He speaks to our coaching staff weekly...with the emergence of McCoy at Texas...and the very limited play of Jevon Snead, not to mention there's a couple of other young QBs on the roster, Brantley may end up in Gainesville. He and his family are huge Gator fans...they are season ticket holders and attend every home game...Brantley's father played for the Gators. The reason he chose not to attend UF in the first place was a mutual decision. He spoke with Meyer and both decided he wouldn't be a good fit at UF. He, like Leak, is a pocket passing QB...although, he's shown better ability to tuck the ball and run than Leak. This may get interesting.

The next couple of months are going to be exciting for UF recruitniks...several of the best players in the country have UF in the top 2 or 3 schools considered. BTW, look for UF to have between 9 and 12 players in uniform at the AAA Bowl Game.

[shanksta13]

Sidell Corley spoke with GC a couple of days ago and reaffirmed his committment to the Gators. He said he enjoyed his Bama visit, but he's a Gator at heart and anticipates a more favorable depth chart at UF. His father stated that he better go to UF because they've spent a fortune on "Gator Gear"!!!

Other news:

Caleb King continues to show interest in the Gators...he injured his leg and is done for the season. It was thought to be an ACL or MCL injury...which would have been bad...but an MRI showed it to be a simple fracture...he'll only be out for 4-6 weeks.

The Gators reportedly have two "big" silent commits....they are speculated to be Deonte Thompson and John Brown...but I've also heard Ian Williams and a couple of other names. I'm hearing they'll go public in a couple of weeks. UF has 18 committments already...because Ryan Smith will count towards this years numbers, that leaves us with 9 spots left...Meyer and Co. are telling recruits to crap or get off the pot....I think this is a great approach considering most recruits like to stretch it out and teams sometimes end up empty handed on signing day.

The demise of f$u and scUM is only helping in our recruiting. Demarcus Van Dyke is a stud DB that committed to scUM prior to the season...with the probable pending coaching shake-up in Miami...he has opened up his recruitment...he wants to stay in Florida....and has little interest in f$u....he's schedule a visit to UF. Also, Berry, a 5* RB scUM commit...has scheduled a visit to UF as well. I'm also hearing the DB that committed to f$u, Paige, has schedule a visit to UF.

With only 9 spots remaining, look for UF to be very selective with the final commits. John Brantley, one of the top QBs in the country and early committment to Texas has also been in the picture as of late. He speaks to our coaching staff weekly...with the emergence of McCoy at Texas...and the very limited play of Jevon Snead, not to mention there's a couple of other young QBs on the roster, Brantley may end up in Gainesville. He and his family are huge Gator fans...they are season ticket holders and attend every home game...Brantley's father played for the Gators. The reason he chose not to attend UF in the first place was a mutual decision. He spoke with Meyer and both decided he wouldn't be a good fit at UF. He, like Leak, is a pocket passing QB...although, he's shown better ability to tuck the ball and run than Leak. This may get interesting.

The next couple of months are going to be exciting for UF recruitniks...several of the best players in the country have UF in the top 2 or 3 schools considered. BTW, look for UF to have between 9 and 12 players in uniform at the AAA Bowl Game.

I've been keeping up with the recruiting and I think the early commitments that we've gotten already should help the last few recruits to be big time. I like our chances of getting King from what I've seen. Another guy to keep an eye on is Tolliver.

[GatorHunter]

I've been keeping up with the recruiting and I think the early commitments that we've gotten already should help the last few recruits to be big time. I like our chances of getting King from what I've seen. Another guy to keep an eye on is Tolliver.

Yep...forgot to mention Tolliver...Newton is recruiting him hard for the Gators and both are expected to attend the USCe game together...Florida will have a couple dozen of the nations top recruits at that game...kinda like f$u last year and, if UF performs on the field and wraps up the Eastern Division, look for the same recruiting results following the game...Florida could have the recruiting season pretty much wrapped up by mid-November. :thumpsup:

[blockallhaters]

Yep...forgot to mention Tolliver...Newton is recruiting him hard for the Gators and both are expected to attend the USCe game together...Florida will have a couple dozen of the nations top recruits at that game...kinda like f$u last year and, if UF performs on the field and wraps up the Eastern Division, look for the same recruiting results following the game...Florida could have the recruiting season pretty much wrapped up by mid-November. :thumpsup: With all this talk yall got me going nutts!!!Love to see our Gators doing great!!!!

[GatorHunter]

Joe McKnight will likely visit UF...we're gettin' in on him a little late because there are a couple of other guys ahead of him on the board...still, it'll be hard to get him out of LA.

AAA Bowl Selectee Torrey Davis reaffirmed his committment to UF in a interview on Wednesday...also, Ahmad Black, the DB from Lakeland, has been moved up from a 3* to a 4* player...expect Johns, Wilks and Joseph to do the same in upcoming weeks.

[shanksta13]

Joe McKnight will likely visit UF...we're gettin' in on him a little late because there are a couple of other guys ahead of him on the board...still, it'll be hard to get him out of LA.

I've seen this guy play and I would put him above just about anybody on our board at the moment. He is absolutely friggin ridiculous. I agree that it will be very hard to steal him from USC or LSU, but if we can I would probably cry with joy.

[GatorHunter]

I've seen this guy play and I would put him above just about anybody on our board at the moment. He is absolutely friggin ridiculous. I agree that it will be very hard to steal him from USC or LSU, but if we can I would probably cry with joy.

Yea...he got real popular on our board when King and Allen went down with injuries...I think Allen may be a little over-rated....King is a stud. We've got to get a big-time RB in this class. I look for UF to put the full-court press on Miami commit Berry...he's a 5* RB with size and speed...just what we want.

[GatorHunter]

More News:

Hearing that De'Angelo McCray (DLO) has been recruiting for the Gators...has really been talkin' the Gators up to scUM commit Demarcus Van Dyke (DVD)...last night, Meyer was at DVD's football game...as DVD ran into the endzone, scoring his 2nd TD, he pointed to the Miami coaches that were there and did the "Gator Chomp"!!!

The Gators need to bring their "A" game for USCe...one, because the Cocks are playing better each week, and two, because the stands will be filled with big-time recruits....if things go right on the field...and we have the same energy we had after spanking f$u last season...let's just say the Gators will be set. More later.

[shanksta13]

More News:

Hearing that De'Angelo McCray (DLO) has been recruiting for the Gators...has really been talkin' the Gators up to scUM commit Demarcus Van Dyke (DVD)...last night, Meyer was at DVD's football game...as DVD ran into the endzone, scoring his 2nd TD, he pointed to the Miami coaches that were there and did the "Gator Chomp"!!!

The Gators need to bring their "A" game for USCe...one, because the Cocks are playing better each week, and two, because the stands will be filled with big-time recruits....if things go right on the field...and we have the same energy we had after spanking f$u last season...let's just say the Gators will be set. More later.


That's great news! Thanks for the updates and keep us posted. :thumpsup:

[GatorNation]

That's great news! Thanks for the updates and keep us posted. :thumpsup:

I'm also hearing that Brantley is really back in UF consideration...and vice versa.

[GatorHunter]

I'm also hearing that Brantley is really back in UF consideration...and vice versa.

Yea...some believe he'll be in our class...with the emergence of McCoy at Texas and the limited action that Snead has see, I think he's rethinking his decision...he reminds me a lot of Alex Smith...more so than Tebow...Tebow is a way better runner than Smith...Brantley does a little running in HS...and his passes are strikes...love to have him in this class...but if we do get him...with the numbers crunch...we're likely to have to cut the juco QB Waggener lose...or greyshirt him. Newton says that he's all for UF going after Brantley...this kid loves competition.

[frygator]

The Brantley rumors definitely have legs, it would be a nice payback to UTex for Snead. The kid is a Gator, he has been his whole life-just like Tebow(both families are Gators). It would be a shame to lose him to an OOS school when he is right down the road.

People predicting Brantley's success/failure due to Leak isn't fair. Brantley isn't Leak, he doesn't have Leak's weaknesses. Brantley has better field vision, quicker decision maker, quicker release, stronger arm, and better wheels. The comparison to Alex Smith is much better, but I believe Brantley has a stronger arm.

[GatorNation]

Yea...some believe he'll be in our class...with the emergence of McCoy at Texas and the limited action that Snead has see, I think he's rethinking his decision...he reminds me a lot of Alex Smith...more so than Tebow...Tebow is a way better runner than Smith...Brantley does a little running in HS...and his passes are strikes...love to have him in this class...but if we do get him...with the numbers crunch...we're likely to have to cut the juco QB Waggener lose...or greyshirt him. Newton says that he's all for UF going after Brantley...this kid loves competition.
I wouldn't mind cutting Wagenner loose. He hasn't been doing that well this year....and maybe there are good reasons for that, but we need playmakers at the QB position, not projects. I think he has talent, but that offer was Meyer's safe bet to create some depth, even if it isn't the ideal chart he wanted.

Keep him to pad the depth chart, if we can--we're still under the schollie limit--but Tebow, Brantley, and Cam would be a truly murderers row.

[shanksta13]

More News:

Hearing that De'Angelo McCray (DLO) has been recruiting for the Gators...has really been talkin' the Gators up to scUM commit Demarcus Van Dyke (DVD)...last night, Meyer was at DVD's football game...as DVD ran into the endzone, scoring his 2nd TD, he pointed to the Miami coaches that were there and did the "Gator Chomp"!!!

The Gators need to bring their "A" game for USCe...one, because the Cocks are playing better each week, and two, because the stands will be filled with big-time recruits....if things go right on the field...and we have the same energy we had after spanking f$u last season...let's just say the Gators will be set. More later.

I have to say I feel great about our chances of getting DeAngelo McCray. I think he's pretty much a lock at this point. Just a matter of getting him to announce publicly.

[GatorHunter]

I have to say I feel great about our chances of getting DeAngelo McCray. I think he's pretty much a lock at this point. Just a matter of getting him to announce publicly.

DLO stated today that UF is still at the top...said he would announce in a couple of weeks...said that UF has always been at the top...he just wanted to make sure. Sounds like a lock to me...but with DLO...you never know.

[GatorHunter]

I wouldn't mind cutting Wagenner loose. He hasn't been doing that well this year....and maybe there are good reasons for that, but we need playmakers at the QB position, not projects. I think he has talent, but that offer was Meyer's safe bet to create some depth, even if it isn't the ideal chart he wanted.

Keep him to pad the depth chart, if we can--we're still under the schollie limit--but Tebow, Brantley, and Cam would be a truly murderers row.

Yea...I kinda get the feeling we'll hold on to Wagenner just for the depth...but I agree...if we get Brantley...cut Wagenner loose. Give him the oppurtunity to gray-shirt...but even though we're signing 27...there's gonna be a numbers crunch...a lot of passengers but not enough seats...which aint a bad situation to be in.;)

[GatorHunter]

Yea...he got real popular on our board when King and Allen went down with injuries...I think Allen may be a little over-rated....King is a stud. We've got to get a big-time RB in this class. I look for UF to put the full-court press on Miami commit Berry...he's a 5* RB with size and speed...just what we want.

King is gonna be an uphill battle...he's been on Aubie and UGA for awhile...with UGA having a "down" year and Aubie getting the committment from Davis...UF has kinda snuck in on him...if Meyer and staff would go after him as our only RB this class...I think we would get him...but the Gators are recruiting "several" and I believe we have a "silent" in Allen...I hope the Gators get either scUM commit Berry or King...we really need a "homerun" type RB in this class...that was all that the last class was lacking...sure, Walker and Williams were 4* RBs...but both are "grind-it-out" type runners...we need another "Manson Type" RB.

[GatorHunter]

I'm hearing we should expect 5 or 6 committments over the next couple of weeks...also heard that one of the other Florida schools (f$u, scUM) will lose a high profile commit...more than likely headed for O & B!!!

We play USCe in a couple of weeks, I was expecting to get a commit or two after that game regardless of the outcome...but it appears we may get half-a-dozen between now and then...that would nearly complete the class... :thumpsup:

[GatorHunter]

Armando Allen has narrowed his college choices down to the Gators and the Domers...he has been considered a strong Gator-lean for a long time...many think he could possibly be one of the 2 "silents" we've been hearing about.

Don't really thing the Domers are a serious player for Allen, though. He has stated he is an early enrollee and it's very important to him to be in college by January. ND doesn't allow early enrollees....;)

[shanksta13]

Any further word on the recruiting situation? Obviously, next week should be big as far as getting some committments goes.

[GatorHunter]

Any further word on the recruiting situation? Obviously, next week should be big as far as getting some committments goes.

Should find out who the silents are this week...next weekend will be huge...the Gators will have over a dozen of the nations best in the house...including Caleb King!!! Winning the Eastern Division the first week of November hasn't hurt, either...;)

[palmettocock]

I'm sorry to bud in on your recruiting thread, and I'm sure its been discussed, but who is your #1 tailback recruit? It seems ya'll always seem to get good ones, but Meyer has yet to find HIS tailback.

[shanksta13]

I'm sorry to bud in on your recruiting thread, and I'm sure its been discussed, but who is your #1 tailback recruit? It seems ya'll always seem to get good ones, but Meyer has yet to find HIS tailback.

We're working on a couple right now. Chris Rainey looks to be the next big back at the University of Florida. However we have interest from several others. Caleb King is one of the more high profile backs that we are getting in late on. Joe McKnight has expressed some interest in UF, but figures to be headed to USCw or LSU. There are a few more, but I would put my money on Chris Rainey being the next feature back at UF.

[GatorNation]

Should find out who the silents are this week...next weekend will be huge...the Gators will have over a dozen of the nations best in the house...including Caleb King!!! Winning the Eastern Division the first week of November hasn't hurt, either...;)

It's always a great sign when you're telling Rivals 250 kids to hold off on their verbals until our board clears up a bit....this class may be better than last year's class when it's all said and done.

:D

P.S. I think Rainey will be our Spiller. Allen will give us a nice change of pace, too.

[shanksta13]

It's always a great sign when you're telling Rivals 250 kids to hold off on their verbals until our board clears up a bit....this class may be better than last year's class when it's all said and done.

:D

P.S. I think Rainey will be our Spiller. Allen will give us a nice change of pace, too.

It's amazing how much the entire attitude around Gator football has changed since Meyer took over. I'm already pumped about next year!

[GatorNation]

It's amazing how much the entire attitude around Gator football has changed since Meyer took over. I'm already pumped about next year!
Legit Bullgators on the inside are talking about a huge landslide of commits after the usce game this weekend. So huge, in fact, that we've been reshuffling commitable offers to make room for the top-shelf kids who are now begging to jump on the bandwagon before the slots disappear.

:D

Winning the East with scUM and f$u reeling really does wonders!

[shanksta13]

Legit Bullgators on the inside are talking about a huge landslide of commits after the usce game this weekend. So huge, in fact, that we've been reshuffling commitable offers to make room for the top-shelf kids who are now begging to jump on the bandwagon before the slots disappear.

:D

Winning the East with scUM and f$u reeling really does wonders!

Any word on who might get shuffled out of the mix? :sad:

[GatorHunter]

I'm sorry to bud in on your recruiting thread, and I'm sure its been discussed, but who is your #1 tailback recruit? It seems ya'll always seem to get good ones, but Meyer has yet to find HIS tailback.

Allen is pretty much a Gator-Lock...he's a 4* RB...alot like Spiller...fast, shifty...I'm hoping McCoy, the 5* RB scUM commit takes a visit to UF as well...he's said that he wants to visit, but his grades may prevent UF from offering...also, scUM commit, Phelon Jones, a 4* CB, wants to visit...although, I'm doubtful he'll get an offer because our CB board is nearly full. Paige, the 5* f$u commit, will officially visit UF...probably this weekend...be nice to "steal" a couple from scUM and f$u...

You Gators are correct...Zooker could really recruit...he had all the big names looking at UF...but Meyer and Co. have taken it to another level...a lot of people don't realize that Meyer actually turned away several big name guys last season...Ryan McNeil, the ND commit, wanted to be a Gator bad....anyways, if everything works out on the field...and we have even half of the electricity we had following the f$u win last season, we should be stocked up following the Cock game... :thumpsup:

[GatorHunter]

Any word on who might get shuffled out of the mix? :sad:

May not get shuffled...I've heard several of the insiders use the word "grey-shirts" which means the kids pay their first semester...Ian Williams has said he'd consider it.

[GatorHunter]

Antwain Easterling, 4-5* RB once thought to be a scUM lock, now has UF as his top school...I would take Allen and Easterling and call it a day...can't go wrong with either of these two...although, if King and/or McCoy wanted to get on the train...I wouldn't kick them off....esp. McCoy, I'm tellin' y'all, this kid is gonna be special.

[GatorHunter]

DLO has announced he will commit live on ESPN on Dec. 14th...his final three are UF, Illinois, and G-Tech.

Carlos Dunlap...5* DL is projected to be the #7 player overall. He almost committed to UF a couple of weeks ago, but was asked to "hold-on" while UF evaluated our "numbers crunch". Also, it seems that Dunlap has some grade issues...issues serious enough that, if he committed to UF, he would more than likely be a sign and place. Meyer isn't crazy about signing sign-n-place guys...if DLO commits to UF on the 14th...Dunlap may be off the train.

[scfan5338]

DLO has announced he will commit live on ESPN on Dec. 14th...his final three are UF, Illinois, and G-Tech.

Carlos Dunlap...5* DL is projected to be the #7 player overall. He almost committed to UF a couple of weeks ago, but was asked to "hold-on" while UF evaluated our "numbers crunch". Also, it seems that Dunlap has some grade issues...issues serious enough that, if he committed to UF, he would more than likely be a sign and place. Meyer isn't crazy about signing sign-n-place guys...if DLO commits to UF on the 14th...Dunlap may be off the train.


COME ON DLO COMMIT TO UF!!!!!!

[blues_cap]

word on the street(actually internet highway) is that armando allen should be committed by monday and that dvd is a strong silent.

i dont know how true, but thought i'd pass the message along(came from a very reliable source).

[GatorHunter]

Should find out who the silents are this week...next weekend will be huge...the Gators will have over a dozen of the nations best in the house...including Caleb King!!! Winning the Eastern Division the first week of November hasn't hurt, either...;)

Caleb King's official visit has been changed...with all the visitors expected to be in Gainesville on Saturday, the Gator Staff is attempting to reschedule the visit in order to provide King with more "one on one" time. I've heard that, despite the interest King is showing in the Gators, Armando Allen is still the #1 RB on the board.

King is more than likely headed to UGA...my source says King wants to be the "premiere back" taken...Armando Allen is on his heels in most recruiting circles....and as I said before, the Gators are just getting in on King. UF has a chance, but like I previously stated, it's gonna be a up-hill battle.

[shanksta13]

I really hope our performance tonight doesn't hurt our recruiting...

[GatorHunter]

I really hope our performance tonight doesn't hurt our recruiting...

A friend sat 6 rows behind the 30 or so recruits...he said they were going crazy after the blocked kick...said the last time the Swamp was as loud as it was tonight was vs f$u last season...said the place was "shaking"....if anything, I believe it helped!

He also said the QB Garcia was there...rootin' for the Gamecocks...I can't believe the Gator staff would give a "Cock lock" a ticket for the game...not sure if he was visiting officially, but during half-time, he did go into the Gator Locker-room. Kinda classless of a recruit to take a visit to a school and root for the opponent, IMO...but, he is 17 y/o. Nice that he could come and witness the loss firsthand...hope he gets use to it... :whistle: J/K... :laugh:

[shanksta13]

A friend sat 6 rows behind the 30 or so recruits...he said they were going crazy after the blocked kick...said the last time the Swamp was as loud as it was tonight was vs f$u last season...said the place was "shaking"....if anything, I believe it helped!

He also said the QB Garcia was there...rootin' for the Gamecocks...I can't believe the Gator staff would give a "Cock lock" a ticket for the game...not sure if he was visiting officially, but during half-time, he did go into the Gator Locker-room. Kinda classless of a recruit to take a visit to a school and root for the opponent, IMO...but, he is 17 y/o. Nice that he could come and witness the loss firsthand...hope he gets use to it... :whistle: J/K... :laugh:

True, I'm sure the atmosphere was great. You may be right, we'll find out over the next couple of weeks I think!

[scfan5338]

He also said the QB Garcia was there...rootin' for the Gamecocks...I can't believe the Gator staff would give a "Cock lock" a ticket for the game...not sure if he was visiting officially, but during half-time, he did go into the Gator Locker-room. Kinda classless of a recruit to take a visit to a school and root for the opponent, IMO...but, he is 17 y/o. Nice that he could come and witness the loss firsthand...hope he gets use to it... :whistle: J/K... :laugh:

You know what the Gamecock fans are just waiting for Garcia to commit. It's 99.9% sure he is coming to Columbia but we wanna be sure. Hopefully his commitment can lead to many others. When is DLO announcing his commitment??? I can't wait and hopefully he picks UF so we can have Dunlap!

[GatorNation]

You know what the Gamecock fans are just waiting for Garcia to commit. It's 99.9% sure he is coming to Columbia but we wanna be sure. Hopefully his commitment can lead to many others. When is DLO announcing his commitment??? I can't wait and hopefully he picks UF so we can have Dunlap!
Dunlap is nearly signed, sealed, and delivered to UF. Inside info after last night's game confirms that....some fans and bullgators were talking to him after the game, outside the stadium. He wanted to commit a few weeks ago, but Meyer told him to wait a bit and take his visits....a "make sure" sort of thing. He's still very much a heavy Gator lean, and he may pull the trigger this week.

And speaking of the recruiting front, there are several high profile verbals and silents on the way. Lst night was a big recruiting night for us. We'll see the results very soon.....some are saying this weekend will launch an ever larger verbal avanlanche than last year's win over SOW.

Fingers crossed....

GO GATORS!

[GatorHunter]

Dunlap is nearly signed, sealed, and delivered to UF. Inside info after last night's game confirms that....some fans and bullgators were talking to him after the game, outside the stadium. He wanted to commit a few weeks ago, but Meyer told him to wait a bit and take his visits....a "make sure" sort of thing. He's still very much a heavy Gator lean, and he may pull the trigger this week.

And speaking of the recruiting front, there are several high profile verbals and silents on the way. Lst night was a big recruiting night for us. We'll see the results very soon.....some are saying this weekend will launch an ever larger verbal avanlanche than last year's win over SOW.

Fingers crossed....

GO GATORS!

Great news, GN!!! Thanks for the insider info. :thumpsup:

DLO is scheduled to announce Dec. 14th on ESPN...which, is the same day Tebow committed last season... :whistle:

Dunlap is a stud...but he is only 16...he'll probably need a RS to get him ready for CFB...either way, I believe he'll be a Gator.

[frygator]

The atmosphere after Tebow's TD was amazing and it was pure pandemonium after the FG block. I was too focused on the game so I didn't pay attention to the recruits, but I'm sure they loved it like everyone else did. The recruiting buzz is definitely positive, and we will need to have a great class to replenish all the seniors/juniors that are leaving.

[GatorNation]

The atmosphere after Tebow's TD was amazing and it was pure pandemonium after the FG block. I was too focused on the game so I didn't pay attention to the recruits, but I'm sure they loved it like everyone else did. The recruiting buzz is definitely positive, and we will need to have a great class to replenish all the seniors/juniors that are leaving.

Dunlap said the Swamp was louder than any other stadium he's been in, including JH and Less-U.

Also, Tolliver had a great time on his visit....and, if you can believe it, found out that Brandon Antwine is his cousin....related to an uncle in Waco. Brandon, Cam, and Tebow all made huge pitches last night, and the staff made it clear we need him. We lose three WRs....plenty of playing time.

We'll see....!

[JVille Gator]

*cough* DVD/D.Thompson*cough* SHHHHHHHHHH.

[Neo]

Dunlap is nearly signed, sealed, and delivered to UF. Inside info after last night's game confirms that.


Don't bet on that chief. :whistle: :happy:


Would you care to take the Pepsi Challenge on that?

[GatorHunter]

Dunlap said the Swamp was louder than any other stadium he's been in, including JH and Less-U.

Also, Tolliver had a great time on his visit....and, if you can believe it, found out that Brandon Antwine is his cousin....related to an uncle in Waco. Brandon, Cam, and Tebow all made huge pitches last night, and the staff made it clear we need him. We lose three WRs....plenty of playing time.

We'll see....!

Word is...DVD and Paige are still in Gainesville...DVD is set to announce tomorrow...hmmmmmm. Paige is a f$u commit...and seems to really like it that we've got true freshman playin' all over the field... :thumpsup:

Dunlap wanted to commit a couple of weeks ago...but was asked to "hold on" and take some visits as GN stated. Also, Dunlap "may" and that's a very "weak may" have some grade issues...from what I've heard, his school wasn't able to provide "adequate" transcripts for him to recieve a committable offer a couple of weeks ago...hopefully, he's got everything straightened out.

[GatorHunter]

Shortly after the beatin' UF put on f$u last season in the Swamp...the Gators were rewarded with 5-6 highly touted commits...3 in the locker-room following the game....WELL....looks like the avalanche is about to start....again!

One blue chipper is set to announce for the Gators tomorrow...and 5 others are coming close behind!!!!

I have no idea who they are, but I can tell you they are all 4 and 5 Star players!!!!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!!

[shanksta13]

Shortly after the beatin' UF put on f$u last season in the Swamp...the Gators were rewarded with 5-6 highly touted commits...3 in the locker-room following the game....WELL....looks like the avalanche is about to start....again!

One blue chipper is set to announce for the Gators tomorrow...and 5 others are coming close behind!!!!

I have no idea who they are, but I can tell you they are all 4 and 5 Star players!!!!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!!

Delicious. :happy:

[GatorHunter]

Heard that the commit we are likely to get tomorrow:

Duke Lemmens 4* DE, 6'5" 240 pounder out of California.

Although, with only 9 spots left, I would think Meyer and staff would hold off until Martin and McCray announce...anyways, just passing info. along...:)

[shanksta13]

RECRUITING: The Swamp Shook for Paige

By Bob Redman
GatorCountry.com Associate Editor
Posted Nov 13, 2006

The Florida Gators will be looking to replace at four receivers at the end of this season and are trying to sign a handful of players that could come in and compete immediately. Among those is five star receiver Ahmad Paige of Sterlington (LA). Paige brought his elusiveness to Gainesville for an official visit this past weekend.

(Ahmad Paige profile)
Paige is the number four rated receiver in the country and he's no stranger to big time football. He took an official visit to Tennessee earlier which impressed him. It was the Gators' turn to put on a show and he had a great time in Gainesville.

“I liked it, it was very enjoyable,” he said about the entire visit. “It was a lot of fun, I am very excited about the Gators and what they are doing down there."

One thing that really surprised him was a trip to Lake Wauberg where he got a close encounter of the scaly kind.

“One of the most memorable things was probably going to see some actual alligators,” he said. “Coach Gonzales took me to this lake place and they had some real Gators.”

Gonzales is someone that really made an impression on him. The Florida wide receiver coach spent a lot of time with Paige over the weekend through Monday.

“He is a good solid person,” Paige said about Gonzales. “Dallas (Baker) told me he is not going to beat around the bush with you -- he is going to tell you the truth. If you aren’t doing well and doing your best he will tell you. He really cares about his players and any time you need to go to his house and talk or whatever you can do that. That is something I really respect as a person.”

Paige was also impressed with the atmosphere in the Swamp during the game. He felt the earth move when the Gators made their appearance and won the game.

“When the team ran out of the tunnel and on that blocked kick, the stadium was actually shaking,” he said. “That crowd was crazy. Everyone talks about Tennessee and I have been there, it was loud but Florida got them, gosh.”

Paige was hosted by two big time players that will likely be elsewhere next year. He had a great time with some of the older guys on the team.

“Dallas Baker and Andre Caldwell were my hosts Saturday night,” he said. “It was Dallas’ birthday so that made it even more enjoyable. I hung out with a lot of girls and guys. We just had a really good time.

“They were really cool and funny. Earlier in the day the nutritionist was talking about how we should eat right and not go to McDonalds. Dallas and Bubba were telling me they go to McDonalds every day.”

With Baker and Caldwell making plays on Saturday, Paige also noted an abundance of freshmen that were seeing playing time on the field. That is something that definitely caught his eye.

“It says a lot that they will play their playmakers,” Paige said. “It means that I can come in early and possibly play. They aren’t scared to play the best players even if they are young.

“I think I am more of a Percy Harvin or Andre Caldwell type. Coach Gonzales might not agree with me, but that is what I think. He tells me I would come in and play Dallas’ position.”

He also got a taste of Gainesville tailgating.

“The fans there are just crazy long into the night,” he said. “I really enjoyed myself.”

Monday morning he got to meet individually with Head Coach Urban Meyer.

“I met with Coach Meyer (Monday) morning,” he said. “Coach Meyer talked to me and said they were really excited about me. He said there was a real opportunity for me. He said he wanted me to come and visit again and bring my mom so she can see what Florida is all about.

“I have to make up my mind in the next couple of months, but I am going to try and bring my parents down there and let her see what it is like. We want to come down there in December or January.”

Right now there is a lot going on with Paige’s recruitment. The team he is committed to is struggling mightily and he has some big time programs looking hard at him and trying to get him to make a change.

“Both Florida and Tennessee are high on my list, but I am still committed to Florida State,” he said. “I will go where I feel the best at. The place where people that treat me the best. Coach Meyer told me today it is a big decision. It is one for the rest of your life. I am going to go where the best fit for me is.”

[GatorHunter]

Heard that the commit we are likely to get tomorrow:

Duke Lemmens 4* DE, 6'5" 240 pounder out of California.

Although, with only 9 spots left, I would think Meyer and staff would hold off until Martin and McCray announce...anyways, just passing info. along...:)

Lemmens is a Gator!!!! :thumpsup:

[shanksta13]

Lemmens is a Gator!!!! :thumpsup:

Right on! Keep 'em comin'!

[SPURED]

Heard that the commit we are likely to get tomorrow:

Duke Lemmens 4* DE, 6'5" 240 pounder out of California.

Although, with only 9 spots left, I would think Meyer and staff would hold off until Martin and McCray announce...anyways, just passing info. along...:)
Rivals has him as a 3 star but that really doesnt matter. this is only going to be a good thing for us with Dunlap. that is 4 highly touted Dlinemen you guys are taking this year to go along with the 5 you guys took the year before.

what are you Gators hearing about Dunlap? ive heard he is pretty much going to be a Gamecock

[GatorHunter]

Rivals has him as a 3 star but that really doesnt matter. this is only going to be a good thing for us with Dunlap. that is 4 highly touted Dlinemen you guys are taking this year to go along with the 5 you guys took the year before.

what are you Gators hearing about Dunlap? ive heard he is pretty much going to be a Gamecock

I've never been crazy about Rivals "ranking" system...they've put Dunlap as the #7 player in the freakin' country...that's a bit of a stretch...he's definitely good, but other players, i.e. DLO, Corley, Martin have smoked him in camps. But I think it's his upside that has folks excited...the kid could definitely end up being "all-world"....heck, he's only 16!

UF isn't near through with the DL...still lookin' at several other HT players...including Dunlap. He wanted to commit to UF a couple of weeks ago...but do to a "grades" issue, he was asked to "hold"...I really don't know what the situation is with him except, he has "issues" with his grades and as far as I know, he still doesn't have a commitable offer from UF. He was at the UF-USCe game this past weekend and left without an offer. Haven't heard anything about the Cocks being his favorite. May end up being another "OJ Murdock"... :sad:

[GatorNation]

King is gonna be an uphill battle...he's been on Aubie and UGA for awhile...with UGA having a "down" year and Aubie getting the committment from Davis...UF has kinda snuck in on him...if Meyer and staff would go after him as our only RB this class...I think we would get him...but the Gators are recruiting "several" and I believe we have a "silent" in Allen...I hope the Gators get either scUM commit Berry or King...we really need a "homerun" type RB in this class...that was all that the last class was lacking...sure, Walker and Williams were 4* RBs...but both are "grind-it-out" type runners...we need another "Manson Type" RB.

I'd much rather have Allen and Rainey than King, and I think there's a great chance we land both.

[GatorHunter]

I'd much rather have Allen and Rainey than King, and I think there's a great chance we land both.

I agree...Allen should pull the trigger and join Rainey at any time. Imagine those two with Harvin, Fayson and Tebow...that's just not fair!

[scfan5338]

Rivals has him as a 3 star but that really doesnt matter. this is only going to be a good thing for us with Dunlap. that is 4 highly touted Dlinemen you guys are taking this year to go along with the 5 you guys took the year before.

what are you Gators hearing about Dunlap? ive heard he is pretty much going to be a Gamecock

I think he's florida bound.

[shanksta13]

What's the latest on the recruiting front? I haven't heard anything since the South Carolina game. I'm getting nervous as I thought we would have a slew of 4 and 5 star commits very shortly after the game. I noticed as well that 5* QB John Brantley is committed to Texas per Rivals.com. Any news?

[blues_cap]

What's the latest on the recruiting front? I haven't heard anything since the South Carolina game. I'm getting nervous as I thought we would have a slew of 4 and 5 star commits very shortly after the game. I noticed as well that 5* QB John Brantley is committed to Texas per Rivals.com. Any news?

brantley committed early to texas and now is supposedly "weighing his options" considering mccoy's success as a freshman and snead backing him up,

[WarEagle73]

To be honset I think any good QB would be nuts to sign with the Gators right now. Unless someting really bad happens to Tebow he will tote the mail in the Swamp for the next two or three years. That guy is a freak.

[GatorNation]

To be honset I think any good QB would be nuts to sign with the Gators right now. Unless someting really bad happens to Tebow he will tote the mail in the Swamp for the next two or three years. That guy is a freak.

Brantley wants to redshirt....which means he could start as a RS sophomore.

But I really think Newton is going to be a huge stud at Florida.....JB might not see the field either way.

[WarEagle73]

Brantley wants to redshirt....which means he could start as a RS sophomore.

But I really think Newton is going to be a huge stud at Florida.....JB might not see the field either way.
That is rare with todays players. Most want the get out there and play as soon as possible.

[GatorHunter]

What's the latest on the recruiting front? I haven't heard anything since the South Carolina game. I'm getting nervous as I thought we would have a slew of 4 and 5 star commits very shortly after the game. I noticed as well that 5* QB John Brantley is committed to Texas per Rivals.com. Any news?

Heard that there were 6 committments over the past couple of weeks...Lemmens was one, that leaves 5...I have no idea who they are, but heard from a very reliable source that there were in fact 6 and we should find out the other 5 in the next couple of weeks.

As far as the rest, the Gators are doing extremely well...better than last year if you can believe it. Meyer is a recruiting machine and it will show on NSD...the reason we still have silents is several want to announce at the AAA Bowl game...the Gators could have upwards of a dozen players on the AAA Bowl roster. That would be huge!! :thumpsup:

I believe the next two that will commit will be Armando Allen and DeAngelo McCray...and more than likely, Deonte Thompson.

[blues_cap]

from what i've read, dvd and armando allen both will commit to uf dec1 in miami......from an extremely reliable source.

[GatorNation]

from what i've read, dvd and armando allen both will commit to uf dec1 in miami......from an extremely reliable source.

EX-cellent.......MWAHAHAHA!

[GatorHunter]

from what i've read, dvd and armando allen both will commit to uf dec1 in miami......from an extremely reliable source.

COOOOLLLLL!!!!!

BTW, DLO is now saying he favors Illinois...Zooker musta put some of that "voodoo" magic of his on him...still thinks he ends up a Gator when it's all said and done.

[blues_cap]

COOOOLLLLL!!!!!

BTW, DLO is now saying he favors Illinois...Zooker musta put some of that "voodoo" magic of his on him...still thinks he ends up a Gator when it's all said and done.

it's a weekly thing with him...i get tired of his act. if he goes to illinios....... :thumbsdow i sereiously doubt it.

[JVille Gator]

it's a weekly thing with him...i get tired of his act. if he goes to illinios....... :thumbsdow i sereiously doubt it.

I'm tired of his act also. Although his H.S. coach is a nolie fan and has some ties to the SOW, I have heard through a few highschool coaches here on the First Coast that Meyer, Mattison and strong have told him (Dlo) to either commit and stay commited or we're pulling his 'ship. We have other D-lineman on par with Mcray that are willing to pull the trigger.

[blues_cap]

word is notre dame will make an exception for allen and let him enroll early....i think allen to nd and dvd to uf.

[GatorHunter]

word is notre dame will make an exception for allen and let him enroll early....i think allen to nd and dvd to uf.

Hearing the same thing...AA was one of the "5 silents" we've heard about...he committed to UF a couple of weeks ago, but it seems Weis went to his house last night and told him he could enroll early...that they would make an exception for him. If he's not a Gator, he's Gator-Bait!!!

If you read any of my earlier posts, I wasn't that big on AA to begin with...he really screwed his knee up and hasn't come back yet...I really want UF to get one of the 2 5-star RBs currently committed to scUM...those guys are freakin' studs!!!!

[GatorNation]

Hearing the same thing...AA was one of the "5 silents" we've heard about...he committed to UF a couple of weeks ago, but it seems Weis went to his house last night and told him he could enroll early...that they would make an exception for him. If he's not a Gator, he's Gator-Bait!!!

If you read any of my earlier posts, I wasn't that big on AA to begin with...he really screwed his knee up and hasn't come back yet...I really want UF to get one of the 2 5-star RBs currently committed to scUM...those guys are freakin' studs!!!!
Weis drives me nuts. I want Notre Dumb to die. I hate them all, and when they reach their grubby little hands into FL and take one of our best players I want to smash something.


STAY THE [:eek:] out of my FLORIDA, WEIS!

:brick:


AA is the top RB on everyone's board....and with Meyer complaining so much about the running game, we needed a premium back to get the running game going. The drop off from AA to the rest of the board is significant. I do not feel confident at all that we'll have someone "emerge" from the quagmire that is our HB roster and be the go-to guy at tailback next year. Manson? Moore? Williams? Probably not. James is too small to be a FT back. Maybe one of the true freshman (Haden, Rainey may be moved....), but does anyone really think a true frosh can come in and revitalize an entire attack in the SEC? Unfortunately, I don't. We needed AA to buy us some time with his raw talent.....we cannot rely on the patchwork system anymore.

That said....I LOVE the fact that we got DVD. Funny, if I had to pick between DVD and AA, I'd take DVD every time. We need lock down corners to get us into those man-free looks we want to use.....that bend-but-don't-break zone scheme won't last forever. Especially now, with Mustain, Stafford, Perriloux, and all the great QBs starting to take over, we need a great secondary, and with these last two classes, I think we'll have the best secondary in the United States in two years.

Welcome aboard, DVD! Great to have you a Gator!

[GatorHunter]

Weis drives me nuts. I want Notre Dumb to die. I hate them all, and when they reach their grubby little hands into FL and take one of our best players I want to smash something.


STAY THE [:eek:] out of my FLORIDA, WEIS!

:brick:


AA is the top RB on everyone's board....and with Meyer complaining so much about the running game, we needed a premium back to get the running game going. The drop off from AA to the rest of the board is significant. I do not feel confident at all that we'll have someone "emerge" from the quagmire that is our HB roster and be the go-to guy at tailback next year. Manson? Moore? Williams? Probably not. James is too small to be a FT back. Maybe one of the true freshman (Haden, Rainey may be moved....), but does anyone really think a true frosh can come in and revitalize an entire attack in the SEC? Unfortunately, I don't. We needed AA to buy us some time with his raw talent.....we cannot rely on the patchwork system anymore.

That said....I LOVE the fact that we got DVD. Funny, if I had to pick between DVD and AA, I'd take DVD every time. We need lock down corners to get us into those man-free looks we want to use.....that bend-but-don't-break zone scheme won't last forever. Especially now, with Mustain, Stafford, Perriloux, and all the great QBs starting to take over, we need a great secondary, and with these last two classes, I think we'll have the best secondary in the United States in two years.

Welcome aboard, DVD! Great to have you a Gator!

Yea...it's a shock that AA is likely to be a domer...but like I said before, AA was the top RB on our board, he was no CJ Spiller, though. Looking at film, McCoy looks a lot better than AA...he's faster and bigger...he's a 5-star RB that committed to scUM last season, but didn't qualify and went to a year of prep school...he was "all-everything" in prep and is now qualified for Div.1...hope Meyer and Co. make him #1 priority...Easterling may have grade issues, so he's likely not gonna make it in this class...

UF really needs a premiere RB...but I think Mon Williams will be a great one for us...and Rainey is a capable player...he plays RB and WR now. There's still plenty of good RBs on the board...like I said, AA has knee problems...the last thing we need is another Wynn that stays injured all the time.

[blues_cap]

Yea...it's a shock that AA is likely to be a domer...but like I said before, AA was the top RB on our board, he was no CJ Spiller, though. Looking at film, McCoy looks a lot better than AA...he's faster and bigger...he's a 5-star RB that committed to scUM last season, but didn't qualify and went to a year of prep school...he was "all-everything" in prep and is now qualified for Div.1...hope Meyer and Co. make him #1 priority...Easterling may have grade issues, so he's likely not gonna make it in this class...

UF really needs a premiere RB...but I think Mon Williams will be a great one for us...and Rainey is a capable player...he plays RB and WR now. There's still plenty of good RBs on the board...like I said, AA has knee problems...the last thing we need is another Wynn that stays injured all the time.

rainey, imo has that extra gear like harvin. one of the only players i've seen all year that doesnt get caught from behind and if the D is paralles, they are left too.

rainey will be a threat.

[shanksta13]

I'm pretty firmly of the opinion that Rainey will be the guy we're looking for. While I wouldn't mind Noel Devine, lol, Rainey is a burner and a Brandon James type player that seems much more durable.

[GatorHunter]

I'm pretty firmly of the opinion that Rainey will be the guy we're looking for. While I wouldn't mind Noel Devine, lol, Rainey is a burner and a Brandon James type player that seems much more durable.

Devine has some of the "sickest" film I've seen in years...but this guy is trouble and I don't think UF will even consider him...although, a source tells me if UF were to offer, he'd be a Gator faster than you could do the Chomp!

[GatorHunter]

Demarcus Van Dyke...4* DB out of South Florida announced this morning that he is a Gator!!! Said the visit during the USCe game sealed the deal...big time CB...electronically timed in the 40 at 4.28 :ohmy: ...6'1"....size and great speed, great combo for a DB...with all the tall WR the SEC is picking up, we are all gonna need taller DBs....DVD fits the bill.

Congrats Meyer and Staff on getting the best DB in South Florida and stealing a scUM commit!!!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!

[GatorHunter]

AA is officially a domer...seems his mother and girlfriend pleaded with him to be a Gator and stay closer to home, but "cheeseburger Weis" must've promised him the keys to the city...I swear this isn't sour grapes, but I think this is a good thing for UF...AA is a great player, but he is extremely injury prone...I don't know if he's ever "finished" a season...anyway, this opens the door for the two 5-star RBs in South Florida that are interested in the Gators....Cooper and McCoy...I would love to get one of these guys...bigger and faster than AA...without the injuries...also, Bo Williams is in the picture as well...we'll see how it turns out, but I've heard that Meyer and Staff will leave AA alone...he left Gainesville committed to the Gators and then announces for ND...no room at "the Inn" for players like this.

[GatorNation]

Demarcus Van Dyke...4* DB out of South Florida announced this morning that he is a Gator!!! Said the visit during the USCe game sealed the deal...big time CB...electronically timed in the 40 at 4.28 :ohmy: ...6'1"....size and great speed, great combo for a DB...with all the tall WR the SEC is picking up, we are all gonna need taller DBs....DVD fits the bill.

Congrats Meyer and Staff on getting the best DB in South Florida and stealing a scUM commit!!!

GO GATORS!!!!!!!
Best news all month, imo! This guy was near the very top of my recruiting wishlist. I have to remember to send Coker a Christmas card.

We've been getting by with overachieving DBs, but it's going to be nice to finally have the option of man-free or cover-3 with these talented QBs and WRs coming into the league. The bend-but-don't-break zone game isn't going to hold up forever, and we haven't had a dominant secondary (all around, at least) in a while. We need experienced lock-down corners that can play right away until we're sure Wondy and Anderson can play at that level.

Nice job, Urban!!!!

[GatorHunter]

Best news all month, imo! This guy was near the very top of my recruiting wishlist. I have to remember to send Coker a Christmas card.

We've been getting by with overachieving DBs, but it's going to be nice to finally have the option of man-free or cover-3 with these talented QBs and WRs coming into the league. The bend-but-don't-break zone game isn't going to hold up forever, and we haven't had a dominant secondary (all around, at least) in a while. We need experienced lock-down corners that can play right away until we're sure Wondy and Anderson can play at that level.

Nice job, Urban!!!!

The defensive backfield depth has been lacking at UF for a while now...with the attrition (Atkins) and idiots that leave too early (Webb)...our DBs have had to play "over their heads"...now, with the '06 and '07 classes, the cupboard is full. Now, we just need to get a LB or 2 and a good RB and this class will be set...also, we're liable to pick up a WR or two as well...I'm hearing 2 of the top WRs in the country are likely to be O & B!!!!

[shanksta13]

Work your wonders SEC Championship!

[GatorHunter]

Work you wonders SEC Championship!

YEA!!!

An SEC Championship and possible MNC Game birth will do wonders for recruiting!!!!

[GatorHunter]

The "DLO Saga" picked up more steam today as he announced his decision to commit to Zooker and the Illini...here's what I've heard:

DLO came to several Gator games this year, on his own dime...he made an official visit for the USCe game and re-committed to Coach Meyer and staff...several of the Gator players alluded to this saying he announced his intentions in the locker-room following the game. Because of all the drama surronding his recruitment...the coaches asked DLO to go ahead and publicly commit to end all of the speculation. DLO agreed, but called Coach Mattison a couple of days later and informed him that he wanted to wait to make the announcement because he wanted to "visit" f$u and Illinois....Mattison informed DLO that, due to his history of de-committing and scatter-brained approach to committing, if he scheduled more visits, his schollie would likely be offered to someone else.....well, today, DLO committed to Illinois...funny thing is, no one believes this is over...I can tell you this, though...I've heard that DLO has finally burnt the bridge to Gainesville...his scholarship offer isn't any good now...no chance he ends up at UF. I would be willing to bet that he's a nole before it's all said and done.

[GatorHunter]

The "DLO Saga" picked up more steam today as he announced his decision to commit to Zooker and the Illini...here's what I've heard:

DLO came to several Gator games this year, on his own dime...he made an official visit for the USCe game and re-committed to Coach Meyer and staff...several of the Gator players alluded to this saying he announced his intentions in the locker-room following the game. Because of all the drama surronding his recruitment...the coaches asked DLO to go ahead and publicly commit to end all of the speculation. DLO agreed, but called Coach Mattison a couple of days later and informed him that he wanted to wait to make the announcement because he wanted to "visit" f$u and Illinois....Mattison informed DLO that, due to his history of de-committing and scatter-brained approach to committing, if he scheduled more visits, his schollie would likely be offered to someone else.....well, today, DLO committed to Illinois...funny thing is, no one believes this is over...I can tell you this, though...I've heard that DLO has finally burnt the bridge to Gainesville...his scholarship offer isn't any good now...no chance he ends up at UF. I would be willing to bet that he's a nole before it's all said and done.

The good news: The Lakeland Dreadnaughts have been crowned 2006 HS National Champions. As most Gators know, 6 players from this team have committed to UF...well, #7 should be announced sometime very soon! Five Star DL John Brown is expected to announce his decision in the next couple of days...he's pretty much been a Gator Lock for sometime now, but due to possible qualifying issues, he has not been able to commit...his coaches are saying, however, that Big John is in line to qualify and should have no trouble enrolling at UF. Torrey Davis, Duke Lemmens, Jay Howard, Sidell Corley, and John Brown on the same DL!!! Gotta be the best DL signed in one class over the last several years.

GO GATORS!!!!

[GatorNation]

The "DLO Saga" picked up more steam today as he announced his decision to commit to Zooker and the Illini...here's what I've heard:

DLO came to several Gator games this year, on his own dime...he made an official visit for the USCe game and re-committed to Coach Meyer and staff...several of the Gator players alluded to this saying he announced his intentions in the locker-room following the game. Because of all the drama surronding his recruitment...the coaches asked DLO to go ahead and publicly commit to end all of the speculation. DLO agreed, but called Coach Mattison a couple of days later and informed him that he wanted to wait to make the announcement because he wanted to "visit" f$u and Illinois....Mattison informed DLO that, due to his history of de-committing and scatter-brained approach to committing, if he scheduled more visits, his schollie would likely be offered to someone else.....well, today, DLO committed to Illinois...funny thing is, no one believes this is over...I can tell you this, though...I've heard that DLO has finally burnt the bridge to Gainesville...his scholarship offer isn't any good now...no chance he ends up at UF. I would be willing to bet that he's a nole before it's all said and done.

That's a shame...he'll spend his career making tackles for a middle-of-the-road Big 10 team.

Whatever makes him happy, I guess. And until further notice...

DLO = Gator Bait!

[GatorHunter]

That's a shame...he'll spend his career making tackles for a middle-of-the-road Big 10 team.

Whatever makes him happy, I guess. And until further notice...

DLO = Gator Bait!

Yea...and I believe this isn't near over...DLO is playing in the AAA game...UF will likely have near a dozen commits playing in that game...we'll see.

I do believe that the coaches have written him off, too much drama...and as I've said before, DLO will probably be a great player and it's obvious he has potential because all of the coaches were impressed with him...but his film is very "average"....he plays TE and doesn't appear nearly as quick off the ball when on defense. I say try and get Dunlap qualified or get Ben Martin and call it a day!

[Cianne]

The good news: The Lakeland Dreadnaughts have been crowned 2006 HS National Champions.

They've been named the high school national champions despite the high school season not being finished yet? Amazing. That system is worse than the BCS ~

[blues_cap]

word is bo williams, chris culliver, and james scott may be commiting within the next week.

williams and culliver are both 4* rbs and scott is a 4* corner(may be a safety, imo).

[GatorHunter]

word is bo williams, chris culliver, and james scott may be commiting within the next week.

Scott committed to the Buckeyes tonight...have to say, I was a little shocked considering I know for a fact that he committed to Coach Meyer last Sunday...he Committed to Coach Meyer and Coach Drayton and asked if they would keep it "silent" so he could announce at his football banquet tonight...Tressell did visit him Wednesday night...I don't know what Tressell is selling in Columbus...but it worked on Scott. Of course, at OSU, Scott can definitely concentrate of football...check this link out: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=1919255

This is expected, though...the Gators have 7 spots left and 22 players on the board...so we're gonna lose more than two-thirds of the guys we "think" are Gators. Not to mention, Coach Meyer trying to recruit and get his team ready for a little game we're playing on Jan. 8th...;)

Should get some great news on Wednesday... :up_to_som

[bamafan0001]

Scott committed to the Buckeyes tonight...have to say, I was a little shocked considering I know for a fact that he committed to Coach Meyer last Sunday...he Committed to Coach Meyer and Coach Drayton and asked if they would keep it "silent" so he could announce at his football banquet tonight...Tressell did visit him Wednesday night...I don't know what Tressell is selling in Columbus...but it worked on Scott. Of course, at OSU, Scott can definitely concentrate of football...check this link out: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=1919255

This is expected, though...the Gators have 7 spots left and 22 players on the board...so we're gonna lose more than two-thirds of the guys we "think" are Gators. Not to mention, Coach Meyer trying to recruit and get his team ready for a little game we're playing on Jan. 8th...;)

Should get some great news on Wednesday... :up_to_som
Maybe if he commited to Meyer and asked him to keep it silent and YOU know about it, he decided Meyer was a liar and switched.

[scfan5338]

That's a shame...he'll spend his career making tackles for a middle-of-the-road Big 10 team.

Whatever makes him happy, I guess. And until further notice...

DLO = Gator Bait!


A top receiver Arrelious Benn also committed to the Illinni. Zook has something special going on up there and they also have a Top 100 QB signed last year. Illinois is an up and coming team in the Big 10.

[shanksta13]

I just heard that Terrance Toliver has pushed back his announcement. He was originally planning on committing on January 6th, but will most likely wait until National Signing Day to commit. His two choices are LSU and Florida. I get the feeling that he is waiting to see just how well we do in the bowl game and how LSU's offensive coaching situation shakes out. I really like our chances of getting him, especially since Benton already committed to the Tigers.

[shanksta13]

I also heard that Bo Williams will announce Wednesday at noon. His three choices are Florida, Florida State and Pittsburgh. I don't really have a gut feeling on this one, I'm not really sure where he will end up. He was quoted as saying, "I have decided in my head and I think it's going to be a surprise."

[shanksta13]

5* CB Ronald Johnson has a visit scheduled for January 12th. He is the #5 overall player per Rivals. I don't think we'll get him, but he would be a great pickup if we do. That National Title wouldn't hurt our chances at all! :laugh:

[GatorHunter]

Maybe if he commited to Meyer and asked him to keep it silent and YOU know about it, he decided Meyer was a liar and switched.

Actually, Scott let the "cat out of the bag" when he told his HS coach...who later reported it to one of the insiders on Rivals.com...that's how I knew...Scott admitted yesterday that he had committed to Coach Meyer last Sunday, but changed his mind during the week...either way, he'll be playing ball for then next 4-5 years in the frozen hell that is Ohio...good luck to him! :thumpsup:

[GatorHunter]

A top receiver Arrelious Benn also committed to the Illinni. Zook has something special going on up there and they also have a Top 100 QB signed last year. Illinois is an up and coming team in the Big 10.

Zook could sign the #1 player at every position for 3-4 years in a row and still manage to lose 4-5 games a year...he's a helluva recruiter...but he can't coach wortha darn.

[GatorHunter]

I just heard that Terrance Toliver has pushed back his announcement. He was originally planning on committing on January 6th, but will most likely wait until National Signing Day to commit. His two choices are LSU and Florida. I get the feeling that he is waiting to see just how well we do in the bowl game and how LSU's offensive coaching situation shakes out. I really like our chances of getting him, especially since Benton already committed to the Tigers.

With Caldwell likely coming back for his SR season...the Gators will be well stocked at WR...however, Coach Meyer and Co. wanted to pick up 1-2 WR in this class...we already have one...and 3 five star guys (Thompson, Paige and Tolliver) are possibilites...I think UF takes any or all of the 3 simply because we already have all of the bases covered in this class as far as need goes. With Fisher likely leaving LSU, Tolliver is looking better and better for the Gators...Paige is also leaning heavily towards the Gators....Thompson is the hardest to figure...with the hiring of Shannon as HC at scUM...it may be hard to get Deonte away from the thugs.

[GatorHunter]

I also heard that Bo Williams will announce Wednesday at noon. His three choices are Florida, Florida State and Pittsburgh. I don't really have a gut feeling on this one, I'm not really sure where he will end up. He was quoted as saying, "I have decided in my head and I think it's going to be a surprise."

It would be a huge surprise if Williams wasn't a Gator Wednesday...he's all but said it. In his last interview on Sunday, he said the Gators had a huge lead. He would be the perfect compliment to Rainey..."Thunder and Lightning"... :happy:

[GatorHunter]

That's a shame...he'll spend his career making tackles for a middle-of-the-road Big 10 team.

Whatever makes him happy, I guess. And until further notice...

DLO = Gator Bait!

I began to think DLO would never be a Gator after the "Friday Night Lights" camp. He was there, but didn't participate...several of the other recruits stated that DLO seemed a little "flustered" by the amount of work the coaches were putting the recruits through and by the committment the coaches preached that the players had to have for the team. Zooks "hoe-hum" style of practice and preparation probably better suits DLO's style. Hope he's got some warm clothing... :happy:

[shanksta13]

4* RB Bo Williams officially committed to the Gators today. This is a great pickup for us! At 6'1, 203 lbs Williams will be the big back that we need in this class. We're really starting to fill out the list quite nicely. Also, word is that Brandon Hicks has indicated he is definitely leaning towards the Gators and will commit sometime in January!

[blockallhaters]

Brantley Is A Gator!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[blockallhaters]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet
God Has To Be A Gator!!!!!!

[GatorHunter]

Brantley Is A Gator!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Huge pick-up for the Gators...Brantley has indicated that he wants to RS...which is good news and shouldn't scare Newton away...Tebow, Newton and Brantley....that's just sick!!

GO GATORS!!!

[blockallhaters]

Once A Gator Always A Gator

[Gator2753]

I have been waiting for this news! Outstanding! 5* QB choses Florida over Texas.
How could it possibly get any better for the gators?
South Carolina's recruiting thread may be over 1500 posts strong but this recruiting thread will have the best class by far!
Go Gators! :thumpsup:

[GatorNation]

4* RB Bo Williams officially committed to the Gators today. This is a great pickup for us! At 6'1, 203 lbs Williams will be the big back that we need in this class. We're really starting to fill out the list quite nicely. Also, word is that Brandon Hicks has indicated he is definitely leaning towards the Gators and will commit sometime in January!

Amazing.....we get Bo, Brantley switches up (I will gladly give up Snead for stealing a Brantley from Mack Brown today!), and Florida leads for Hicks.

Goin' out for some lotto tix.

:D

[shanksta13]

*to the rest of the SEC* - "Na-na Na-na, Na-na Na-na, Hey hey hey, Goodbye!"

*to the rest of the Country* - "Na-na Na-na, Na-na Na-na, Hey hey hey, Goodbye!"

[shanksta13]

Ok, I know that Bo Williams, Cameron Newton and a couple other guys are enrolling early. Who are the other guys? I'm pretty sure Rainey and the Pounceys are. Anyone know for sure?

[Gator_in_TX]

Was wondering if Newton will still come to UF as a result of Brantleys' decsion.

[AU Blaaaaaaaake]

*to the rest of the SEC* - "Na-na Na-na, Na-na Na-na, Hey hey hey, Goodbye!"

*to the rest of the Country* - "Na-na Na-na, Na-na Na-na, Hey hey hey, Goodbye!"


Not so fast my friend!

The gators are having another great recruiting year at the expense of F$U and Miami, but so are plenty of other SEC schools including Tennessee #2 ahead of Florida and in the SEC East, LSU @ #5, Georgia @6 (SEC East Team), USCjr at 9 (another SEC East team), and AU @ 11.

The stars are simply a rating from Rivals on how these kids could perform on the next level. Unfortunately they don't indicate how these kids will perform off the field/mesh with teammates.

I'm pumped that more star athletes are in the SEC, but as a Florida fan I wouldn't get too cocky just yet. UGA and TENN. are both going to be hungry for some revenge on ole Mr. Two Bits, and with the way they have been recruiting (along with USCjr) I am glad that AU is not a member of the SEC East.

[GatorHunter]

Ok, I know that Bo Williams, Cameron Newton and a couple other guys are enrolling early. Who are the other guys? I'm pretty sure Rainey and the Pounceys are. Anyone know for sure?

So far...

Waggener
Newton
Williams
Hernandez
Haden
Wilson
Pouncey
Pouncey
Black
Van Dyke

Over one-third of the class will be early enrollees...not too shabby!!!

[GatorHunter]

Was wondering if Newton will still come to UF as a result of Brantleys' decsion.

Newton's father was contacted by Rivals and said Newton is excited about competing...said he was glad Brantley committed and can't wait to see the class the Gators sign.

[GatorHunter]

The gators are having another great recruiting year at the expense of F$U and Miami, but so are plenty of other SEC schools including Tennessee #2 ahead of Florida and in the SEC East, LSU @ #5, Georgia @6 (SEC East Team), USCjr at 9 (another SEC East team), and AU @ 11.

The stars are simply a rating from Rivals on how these kids could perform on the next level. Unfortunately they don't indicate how these kids will perform off the field/mesh with teammates.

I'm pumped that more star athletes are in the SEC, but as a Florida fan I wouldn't get too cocky just yet. UGA and TENN. are both going to be hungry for some revenge on ole Mr. Two Bits, and with the way they have been recruiting (along with USCjr) I am glad that AU is not a member of the SEC East.

The Rivals "class rating" will have UF at #1 when the new ratings are released following the committments of Brantley and Williams. UF only has 5 spots left and these spots will be very selectively filled with the top talents available. The next 5 will all be 4-5 star players...as for UGA and UT...they've been signing top classes for several years now...the Gators aren't afraid... :ohmy:

[Gator2753]

Was wondering if Newton will still come to UF as a result of Brantleys' decsion.
Welcome Gator in TX. Great to have you here!

[Gator2753]

The Rivals "class rating" will have UF at #1 when the new ratings are released following the committments of Brantley and Williams. UF only has 5 spots left and these spots will be very selectively filled with the top talents available. The next 5 will all be 4-5 star players...as for UGA and UT...they've been signing top classes for several years now...the Gators aren't afraid... :ohmy:
I agree. For a few years in row, UGA has had the better athelets on the field and pretty much the better coach/team. And we still found ways to beat them. And as far as UGA goes, 15 out of the last 17 cant be too bad.(weve only lost to uga once since spurs left) :happy:

[GatorNation]

Was wondering if Newton will still come to UF as a result of Brantleys' decsion.

Welcome! If you need anything, just PM me or one of the other admins/mods.

The SEC is going to dominate the next 10 years of cfb: Tebow, Brantley, Stafford, Mustain (assuming he stays...I think he will), Perrilloux....I know I'm leaving a bunch out, but that's just the QBs!!

[shanksta13]

The SEC is going to dominate the next 10 years of cfb: Tebow, Brantley, Stafford, Mustain (assuming he stays...I think he will), Perrilloux....I know I'm leaving a bunch out, but that's just the QBs!!


That's kind of interesting juxtaposition there. Are you expecting most of these QBs to get hurt a lot or what??? The SEC has dominated college football and will continue to dominate college football.

[GatorNation]

That's kind of interesting juxtaposition there. Are you expecting most of these QBs to get hurt a lot or what??? The SEC has dominated college football and will continue to dominate college football.
Nah....it's just been a while since so many highly touted QBs all ended up in the SEC at the same time/around the same recruiting classes...or so it seems.

[shanksta13]

I just heard that Linval Joseph is no longer committed. Not sure what happened with that. That loss hurts since we're still looking for more depth on the O-Line.

[AU Blaaaaaaaake]

I'm excited for the next few years but also thinking, "wow, if they don't implement a playoff system soon it is going to be really hard for an SEC team to come out with less than 2 losses. Auburn, Florida, Tennessee, UGA, LSU, and even SC are pulling in some of the best recruiting classes they have ever had in the history of their football programs, and there is bound to be at least 1-4 Heisman candidates amongst the bunch.

By the way, I'm not saying Florida should be scared, because you're right UGA and TENN have always had top recruiting classes. Thats why stars and player rankings are merely how that player *could* do on the next level. A team ranked 15th in recruiting could very easily have the best recruiting class of 2006 after 2 years (2008 season) of training/grades/team chemistry is accomplished.

That said, watching SEC football for the next 5 years at least is going to be something else. I wish we didn't have to wait so long in-between season. :sad:

[shanksta13]

That said, watching SEC football for the next 5 years at least is going to be something else. I wish we didn't have to wait so long in-between season. :sad:


I think we can all agree to that! :thumpsup:

[DELTOR]

That said, watching SEC football for the next 5 years at least is going to be something else. I wish we didn't have to wait so long in-between season. :sad:
Ahhhh, come on! Admit it. Waiting that long may suck, but that's what makes each season so great. It's kinda like Christmas when you're a kid. It wouldn't be anything special if Christmas were an everyday thing.

[Gator2753]

Ahhhh, come on! Admit it. Waiting that long may suck, but that's what makes each season so great. It's kinda like Christmas when you're a kid. It wouldn't be anything special if Christmas were an everyday thing.
A agree. The suspense and the build up is half the fun. I almost had to change my shorts when I heard the good news yesterday. lol

[GatorHunter]

I'm excited for the next few years but also thinking, "wow, if they don't implement a playoff system soon it is going to be really hard for an SEC team to come out with less than 2 losses. Auburn, Florida, Tennessee, UGA, LSU, and even SC are pulling in some of the best recruiting classes they have ever had in the history of their football programs, and there is bound to be at least 1-4 Heisman candidates amongst the bunch.

By the way, I'm not saying Florida should be scared, because you're right UGA and TENN have always had top recruiting classes. Thats why stars and player rankings are merely how that player *could* do on the next level. A team ranked 15th in recruiting could very easily have the best recruiting class of 2006 after 2 years (2008 season) of training/grades/team chemistry is accomplished.

That said, watching SEC football for the next 5 years at least is going to be something else. I wish we didn't have to wait so long in-between season. :sad:

I agree about the "stars" statement...but some guys are "that good"...look at Stafford, Tebow...and Percy Harvin...all 5* guys and it showed the moment they took the field...heck, Harvin was the Nations #1 HS player and won the Freshman of the Year Award in CFB...but you are right, the stars just indicate potential.

[GatorHunter]

I just heard that Linval Joseph is no longer committed. Not sure what happened with that. That loss hurts since we're still looking for more depth on the O-Line.

Joseph is a "local" guy and I hate to lose him...but he is another guy with grade issues...with John Brown and Torrey Davis on the "edge" of qualifying...the Gators couldn't afford to take a chance on Joseph...there are too many "already qualified" DL on the boards to risk it.

[AU Blaaaaaaaake]

I agree about the "stars" statement...but some guys are "that good"...look at Stafford, Tebow...and Percy Harvin...all 5* guys and it showed the moment they took the field...heck, Harvin was the Nations #1 HS player and won the Freshman of the Year Award in CFB...but you are right, the stars just indicate potential.

Agreed, but then you have players like 5* Tray Blackmon, all the potential in the world to be one of the best LB's in the game, yet he's skipping finals and getting in trouble. Then we have guys like Mario Fannin who came in as 4*, but in reality will put up numbers equal to that of 5*'s. I try not to worry too much about Auburn's rival rankings.. especially when Auburn players commit to AU they often see their overall player ratings drop, where as Alabama commits often get random boosts in their overall rating, and the whole thing is run by a Bammer. Kiiiiinda shady.

[shanksta13]

Back to Florida Recruiting:

Here is a juicy little morsel I found on Rivals. "Recruits that early-enroll start classes on Jan. 5. Even though they'll be enrolled, however, they are not allowed to be part of the team. Because of NCAA rules, Meyer couldn't elaborate, but he did offer a comment. Meyer said: 'We got a bunch of them by the way.'"

[gatorunvrsty]

UF is comfortably at #2 now, ahead of the Vols. It'll take some serious commitments to overtake Texas. But, hell, they just won a NC. We were told it'd take a lot to overtake UM in the BCS, too. I love it when we get underestimated. It makes those victories that much sweeter. Just like our basketball champs. You guys see how weak OSU's class is? Says a lot about why recruits pick their school. OSU's undefeated and in the NC game and can't take the top guys. The top 5 are warm - weather schools. Texas and USC have recent NC's and then it's SEC, baby! Tradional powerhouses ND=#7, University of "Missingagain"=#10, and OSU=#15. Look for the trend to continue. Too bad about the loss of a 300 pounder, but they're not as rare as they used to be. Anybody know why or who spurned who?

[shanksta13]

UF is comfortably at #2 now, ahead of the Vols. It'll take some serious commitments to overtake Texas. But, hell, they just won a NC. We were told it'd take a lot to overtake UM in the BCS, too. I love it when we get underestimated. It makes those victories that much sweeter. Just like our basketball champs. You guys see how weak OSU's class is? Says a lot about why recruits pick their school. OSU's undefeated and in the NC game and can't take the top guys. The top 5 are warm - weather schools. Texas and USC have recent NC's and then it's SEC, baby! Tradional powerhouses ND=#7, University of "Missingagain"=#10, and OSU=#15. Look for the trend to continue. Too bad about the loss of a 300 pounder, but they're not as rare as they used to be. Anybody know why or who spurned who?

Nope, Rivals didn't have anything on his decommitment, just that he opened himself back up.

[gamecockdroc]

Not sure if you guys have already covered this but can you enlighten me on what made Brantley switch his commit? I'm not doubting that Florida is a great place play but I thought that Brantley was a drop back style quaterback and watching Leak struggle in Meyer's offense this year puzzles me, Brantley is the #1 pro style qb in the country. I just don't see where he fits in. A little help!

[shanksta13]

Not sure if you guys have already covered this but can you enlighten me on what made Brantley switch his commit? I'm not doubting that Florida is a great place play but I thought that Brantley was a drop back style quaterback and watching Leak struggle in Meyer's offense this year puzzles me, Brantley is the #1 pro style qb in the country. I just don't see where he fits in. A little help!

Brantley's switch was mainly due to proximity. It became clear over the last few weeks that JB didn't want to be so far away from home. Brantley is not completely without scrambling capability. Just because he is listed as a pro-style QB does not mean that he cannot move the pocket around. In fact, JB is very good at moving around to get himself more time to throw downfield. He is a much better runner than Chris Leak and doesn't seem afraid to tuck it nad run if he needs to. I think he didn't want to go in at Texas and have to worry about competing with Colt McCoy, after seeing how that turned out for Jevan Snead. He has indicated that he wants to redshirt, which means that he will have a full 2 years of eligibility after Tim Tebow is gone. He will be able to compete with Cameron Newton down the road for the job and will be a great QB. He may cause Meyer to adapt a little bit, but seeing how effectively Meyer was able to do that this year without having a true spread QB probably eased his mind somewhat.

[gamecockdroc]

Brantley's switch was mainly due to proximity. It became clear over the last few weeks that JB didn't want to be so far away from home. Brantley is not completely without scrambling capability. Just because he is listed as a pro-style QB does not mean that he cannot move the pocket around. In fact, JB is very good at moving around to get himself more time to throw downfield. He is a much better runner than Chris Leak and doesn't seem afraid to tuck it nad run if he needs to. I think he didn't want to go in at Texas and have to worry about competing with Colt McCoy, after seeing how that turned out for Jevan Snead. He has indicated that he wants to redshirt, which means that he will have a full 2 years of eligibility after Tim Tebow is gone. He will be able to compete with Cameron Newton down the road for the job and will be a great QB. He may cause Meyer to adapt a little bit, but seeing how effectively Meyer was able to do that this year without having a true spread QB probably eased his mind somewhat.

thanks shanksta, good posts, I guess meyer finally told him what he needed to hear

[SPURED]

\\UF is comfortably at #2 now, ahead of the Vols. It'll take some serious commitments to overtake Texas. But, hell, they just won a NC. We were told it'd take a lot to overtake UM in the BCS, too. I love it when we get underestimated. It makes those victories that much sweeter. Just like our basketball champs. You guys see how weak OSU's class is? Says a lot about why recruits pick their school. OSU's undefeated and in the NC game and can't take the top guys. The top 5 are warm - weather schools. Texas and USC have recent NC's and then it's SEC, baby! Tradional powerhouses ND=#7, University of "Missingagain"=#10, and OSU=#15. Look for the trend to continue. Too bad about the loss of a 300 pounder, but they're not as rare as they used to be. Anybody know why or who spurned who?
not to burst your bubble or anything but look at the Number of commitments those other schools have compared to the SEC schools. once there classes start to fill up look for a few SEC teams to slowly fall out of the top 10.

[GatorNation]

Brantley's switch was mainly due to proximity. It became clear over the last few weeks that JB didn't want to be so far away from home. Brantley is not completely without scrambling capability. Just because he is listed as a pro-style QB does not mean that he cannot move the pocket around. In fact, JB is very good at moving around to get himself more time to throw downfield. He is a much better runner than Chris Leak and doesn't seem afraid to tuck it nad run if he needs to. I think he didn't want to go in at Texas and have to worry about competing with Colt McCoy, after seeing how that turned out for Jevan Snead. He has indicated that he wants to redshirt, which means that he will have a full 2 years of eligibility after Tim Tebow is gone. He will be able to compete with Cameron Newton down the road for the job and will be a great QB. He may cause Meyer to adapt a little bit, but seeing how effectively Meyer was able to do that this year without having a true spread QB probably eased his mind somewhat.

Yeah, you can't make a living off QB runs out of the speed option. Meyer knows the QB runs are going to be a change-of-pace type of thing out of the option---something JB can do easily---than it will be the bread-and-butter package. That's confirmed by all the HBs we've been targeting: Rainey, Allen, Williams, etc. Urban knows that the running game, especially in the SEC, needs to be executed by the running backs and WRs.

Add to which, Texas runs a very similar offense...with even a little less passing. So, the idea that JB can't succeed in Meyer's spread (or a spread/read-system) was meant as recruiting BS to get him out of Florida.

[gatorunvrsty]

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not to burst your bubble or anything but look at the Number of commitments those other schools have compared to the SEC schools. once there classes start to fill up look for a few SEC teams to slowly fall out of the top 10.I don't expect those teams, particularly OSU, to stay shut out; but there are only a limited number of signings, they need to hurry. OSU only has 13 and ND 15, but the other schools are filling up fast. USC is reloading as usual. Less than a week ago, the top 100 page(4* & 5*) only had maybe 10-15 schools listed for the prospects. Look at it today and you'll see how fast those athletes are committing.

[GatorNation]

I don't expect those teams, particularly OSU, to stay shut out; but there are only a limited number of signings, they need to hurry. OSU only has 13 and ND 15, but the other schools are filling up fast. USC is reloading as usual. Less than a week ago, the top 100 page(4* & 5*) only had maybe 10-15 schools listed for the prospects. Look at it today and you'll see how fast those athletes are committing.

Not to mention the fact that a bunch of our recruits count toward last year's class.

[GatorHunter]

Too bad about the loss of a 300 pounder, but they're not as rare as they used to be. Anybody know why or who spurned who?

Read my previous post...Joseph isn't qualified and there's questions whether or not he will make it...with a couple of other committed DL on the "cusp" of qualifying, Meyer couldn't take a chance on Joseph...so, Joseph's schollie was withdrawn.

[GatorHunter]

UF is comfortably at #2 now, ahead of the Vols. It'll take some serious commitments to overtake Texas. But, hell, they just won a NC. We were told it'd take a lot to overtake UM in the BCS, too. I love it when we get underestimated. It makes those victories that much sweeter. Just like our basketball champs. You guys see how weak OSU's class is? Says a lot about why recruits pick their school. OSU's undefeated and in the NC game and can't take the top guys. The top 5 are warm - weather schools. Texas and USC have recent NC's and then it's SEC, baby! Tradional powerhouses ND=#7, University of "Missingagain"=#10, and OSU=#15. Look for the trend to continue. Too bad about the loss of a 300 pounder, but they're not as rare as they used to be. Anybody know why or who spurned who?

Chris Rainey has moved up to 5* status...at least on Scout...he should have been all year, few players in the country compare to his numbers...he's now the #7 RB in the country...that should boost us just under Texas with one fewer committment.

[GatorNation]

Chris Rainey has moved up to 5* status...

'Bout time!

:D

[GatorHunter]

Cam Newton was the best QB on the field tonight in the East-West All-Star game...he hit Culliver for a 76 yd TD pass and had a few rushing yards...looked very fluid. Looked a lot better than Garcia...looks like we got a good 'un!!!

[autiger1126]

he looked good, especially on that deep out, but culliver did the work on the TD

[GatorNation]

Cam Newton was the best QB on the field tonight in the East-West All-Star game...he hit Culliver for a 76 yd TD pass and had a few rushing yards...looked very fluid. Looked a lot better than Garcia...looks like we got a good 'un!!!

Yep.....E/W MVP! I'm really excited about Newton.....and Haden had a huge day: almost 100 rec. yards and the big block that sprung Culliver.

The Pouncey's will be moving in on Sunday, too!

:D

[gatorunvrsty]

he looked good, especially on that deep out, but culliver did the work on the TD
What are all those guys saying with their hands; they're a bunch of camel toes? :laugh:

[GatorHunter]

Guess who is "rumored" to be fully qualified?.......Carlos Dunlap!!!

I've heard that he has possibly "silently" committed to the Cocks...but if the qualifying rumor is true, he may get the "red carpet" Jan. 19 during his offical to UF. With the rumors stirring that Ben Martin has committed to UT...Dunlap, if qualified, becomes a big target for the Gators...let's hope he's qualified and still wants to be a Gator!

[Gibber]

Guess who is "rumored" to be fully qualified?.......Carlos Dunlap!!!

I've heard that he has possibly "silently" committed to the Cocks...but if the qualifying rumor is true, he may get the "red carpet" Jan. 19 during his offical to UF. With the rumors stirring that Ben Martin has committed to UT...Dunlap, if qualified, becomes a big target for the Gators...let's hope he's qualified and still wants to be a Gator!

It will never happen. Daddy will see to that since he played BB at Carolina. Besides he has already told our coaching staff he's a gamecock. Just go to gamecock central and view the pictures for truth.

[GatorHunter]

It will never happen. Daddy will see to that since he played BB at Carolina. Besides he has already told our coaching staff he's a gamecock. Just go to gamecock central and view the pictures for truth.

Well...he wanted to commit to the Gators on an unofficial a couple of months ago...said he was 100% Gator...however, Meyer and Staff couldn't accept his committment because he wasn't qualified. Most HS players would have taken this as an insult and elimnated the Gators from their favorite list...Dunlap hasn't. As a matter of fact, he is in constant contact with the Gator coaching staff.

I'm not saying that Dunlap will be a Gator...most likely, he's committed to USCe.....but, the kid really wanted to be a Gator...and if the rumors are true, he'll finally be offered. I like our chances. :happy:

[AU Blaaaaaaaake]

Well...he wanted to commit to the Gators on an unofficial a couple of months ago...said he was 100% Gator...however, Meyer and Staff couldn't accept his committment because he wasn't qualified. Most HS players would have taken this as