Recruiting thread (2016)

[Scholz]

Coaching staff hustling nonstop.


ATH Christian Wallace (Sealy) yesterday:




Per OrangeBloods, UT saw LB Dontavious Jackson of Alief Elsik yesterday.


Texas also saw LB Jeffrey McCulloch of Aldine Davis yesterday, per 24/7.


Scout claiming Texas has offered two Arizona prospects but 24/7 saying these offers are not legit at this time.

WR, N'keal Harry, Chandler (Chandler, AZ)
http://247sports.com/Player/Nkeal-Harry-62106
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3167887/nkeal-harry

ATH, Chase Lucas, Chandler (Chandler, AZ)
http://247sports.com/Player/Chase-Lucas-36056
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7rGhCkXHpA


24/7 saying Coach Watson saw ATH Mulbah Car of Austin Reagan today.

I think this guy could excel at multiple positions:

http://247sports.com/Player/Mulbah-Car-79981
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2374510/mulbah-car


Per Scout, UT will see TE Corey Rau of Katy Cinco Ranch today:

http://247sports.com/Player/Corey-Rau-69555
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2208025/corey-rau

 

[Scholz]

We also just offered 3-star CB UGA commit Malek Young out of Coconut Creek HS (Pompano Beach, FL):

http://247sports.com/Player/Malek-Young-32303


Scout saying UT visited DT Kobe Jones of Starkville, MS this week:

http://247sports.com/Player/Kobe-Jon...titution=14278


Also, 3-Star Lousiana DE Caleb Roddy says Arky is no longer his leader and has started retweeting a bunch of Texas edits - things are looking up there.


Interesting piece of news from Jason Higdon on OT Kellen Diesch:

Kellen, I believe could be close to making a decision, and it should come down to A&M, Texas and Arkansas at the end of the day. Notice that OU isn't among his top 3. On cue, SoonersIllustrated writer Bob Przybylo chimed in:

Believe 100 percent the Diesch/OU ship has sailed. Diesch has been an OU fan forever and visited for junior day and for the spring game. But three weeks ago the OU coaches tweeted "817" for the next commit. Everybody assumed it was Diesch and even some reported it like a done deal (which was incredibly embarrassing to be associated with that junk). Problem was it was the first Diesch had heard about committing to OU. When I asked, his answer: "I have no idea where that came from." The "817" in question turned out to be junior college receiver Ryan Parker, who is originally from the 817 area code. I've thought for the last couple of weeks Arkansas was the school to beat for Diesch, but I think I can safely say Sooners are not in this one anymore.

 

[TexExSpur]

A bunch of offers went out today! OOS

 

[Godz40Acrez]

Also, 3-Star Lousiana DE Caleb Roddy says Arky is no longer his leader and has started retweeting a bunch of Texas edits - things are looking up there.

That was my edit, but I didn't send it to him - must have seen it on another site where I posted it.

 

[TexExSpur]

I suppose KJ makes it official to Bama today.

 

[SCZBOL]

Seems that way, tough loss. But I can understand him. Imagine that beast playing for that D for four years. Man...

 

[Scholz]

Offer watch:


Update on WR Dee Anderson after being dismissed from the West Mesquite football team (24/7):

"I talked to them (Texas) about the situation, and they said they are going to stay with me,” Anderson said. “Texas is coming at me hard. You know, I’ve been up there for a visit and I like the atmosphere and everything up there.”

“I like Coach Norvell a lot,” Anderson said. “He’s nice. He is a real players coach, so that’s what I really like about him. We usually talk every week or every other week, so we keep in contact and are building a good relationship.”

“I’m a solid with LSU right now,” he said. “I’m just going through the process and seeing what the coaches have to say.”


OrangeBloods saying TE Jack Stoll of Aurora, CO will make an unofficial visit to campus next Wednesday. He will be visiting Colorado and Nebraska afterwards and could make a decision anytime thereafter.


According to 24/7, Coach Haley saw DT Ed Oliver (Spring Westfield) and S Eric Monroe (Galena Park North Shore) today.

Coach Norvell saw TE Donte Coleman (West Mesquite) last night and WR Devin Duvernay (Sachse) today.


Quotes from TE Donte Coleman of West Mesquite after Coach Norvell attended his practice (24/7):

“Texas was a big offer for me,” Coleman said. “It’s just a big program with the history and Charlie Strong and what he’s doing there. I’m still learning more about them and how they use their tight ends in their offense.”

“Coach Traylor and I keep in touch,” Coleman said. “We’re building a pretty good relationship, so I’m asking him questions and things like that. He’s recruiting me hard. I like him”

“I’m 100 percent committed to Texas Tech,” Coleman said. “Colleges have come out to talk to me and offer me, and I listen to what they have to say. But at the end of the day, I know where my heart is at.”


Inside Texas had a good article yesterday on some JUCO prospects on UT's radar.

Coach Traylor has been on both Tuamasaga and Rhodes:


TE, Buddy Tuamasaga, Tyler Junior College (Tyler, TX)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3850434/buddy-tuamasaga

OL, Deya Mhiesen, Arizona Western (Yuma, AZ)
http://247sports.com/Player/Deya-Mhiesen-18605
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1898999/deya-mhiesen

CB, J'Marcus Rhodes, Kilgore College (Kilgore, TX)
http://247sports.com/Player/JMarcus-Rhodes-21470
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/936346/jmarcus-rhodes


Two more Florida offers out, per Rivals:

S, Cedrick Wright, Gulliver Prep (Miami, FL)
http://247sports.com/Player/Cedrick-Wright-29286
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2875122/cedrick-wright

2017 CB, Stanford Samuels, Flanagan (Pembroke Pines, FL)
http://247sports.com/Player/Stanford-Samuels-54830
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3235484/stanford-samuels


24/7 reporting QB Woody Barrett of Winter Garden, FL will make his commitment on June 3rd (Auburn).

 

[Scholz]

A few notes and maybe more than a glimmer of hope at the QB position:

This dude is always very dialed into going on with things

There's a growing sense around the program that both QBs are showing signs that they are much improved since the beginning of spring, but word is that Heard is really making an impact so far in organized work-outs. In what could be described as "growing confidence", several guys I spoke to think he's showing consistent signs that his confidence level is changing the way he plays and his teammates have noticed. One of the guys today specifically said his workouts have looked like he is the better play-maker. Key quote: "he's just making more plays and doesn't have that same 'drive the bus' kinda feel to him. He takes more chances but he also shows flashes I haven't seen around here at QB for a while".

When looking at this program right now as it relates to the 2015 incoming class one thing is crystal clear: The incoming WRs and DBs will have every opportunity to make their mark and that the 2015 version of the Texas longhorns will not just need them to but might depend on several being ready to play right away. On the DBs, one of the biggest concerns the staff has is a lack of physicality as a group, while the WRs lack consistency and big-play ability. It's wide open.

I asked about the 2016 class and if there's any concern about the perceived slow start. While the staff has had to re-evaluate a few positions and look more OOS based on need and available in-state talent, the feedback coming from recruits is that they need to see what Texas does on the field this year. With the biggest competition coming from programs like LSU and Texas A&M, there's going to be some negative recruiting going on and Texas really just needs to take care of business on the field this year and show that the program is headed in the right direction. Sounds kinda funny to say, but 8 wins and an improved offense would go a long way to proving something to a lot of these kids especially with the number of freshmen expected to get meaningful PT this year.

One thing I really wanted to ask about was Texas being in the big 12. I rarely get much feedback on this but heard a few interesting things. One of the options Texas was considering a few years ago was the ACC. Texas having their own network was a sticking point apparently but the feeling was that something could be worked out with ESPN and the ACC. But Texas and OU wanted to wait things out and see what college football would look like in 5-7 years before making any drastic changes. From what I was told it does appear that the ACC (or at least some sort of conference tie in with them) would be the first choice in the future if Texas went another route. Obviously, Texas is going nowhere soon but thought it was worth mentioning because it appears there is interest on both sides and some key UT leaders (academic and boosters) would love that move.

 

[pooch11]

I always thought the Big 10 would be the best fit for you guys, would make that a very interssting conference with Michigan, OSU, Nebraska, Texas, MSU, Penn State, Wisky

 

[RoboCocks21]

I always thought the Big 10 would be the best fit for you guys, would make that a very interssting conference with Michigan, OSU, Nebraska, Texas, MSU, Penn State, Wisky

And the sec is a good fit for aggy? Gtfo

 

[Falko]

. Texas at Bama, LSU in Austin. Arkansas Rivalry again. Texas in Gainseville, Georgia etc. The SEC would wet their pants.

 

[dj701919]

I always thought the Big 10 would be the best fit for you guys, would make that a very interssting conference with Michigan, OSU, Nebraska, Texas, MSU, Penn State, Wisky

I always thought the American Athletic Conference would be a better fit for aggy. I mean, you talk about competing for championships every year and that is the only conference I can think of that you could win on a consistent basis.

 

[cml7374]

^^^^^thos

 

[cml7374]

This

 

[Scholz]

I always thought the American Athletic Conference would be a better fit for aggy. I mean, you talk about competing for championships every year and that is the only conference I can think of that you could win on a consistent basis.

Actually, DJ Rumlin was never able to win the American Conference. Even with Art Briles' players.

 

[Scholz]

Can't wait for Baby Megatron to get here:

 

[pooch11]

Lol, WTh happened I just said that I thought you guys in the big 10 would be interesting and you guys start crying? It wasn't a where you can compete thing just a spot that I thought would be cool for you guys to compete in. The SEC is out so which other conference do you feel you would fit best in and would have a more interesting schedule? Pac 12? ACC?

 

[Scholz]

...which other conference do you feel you would fit best in and would have a more interesting schedule?

Faulty premise. Our schedule is fine as is, provides the easiest path to the playoffs and is also abut to include the likes of ND, Michigan, tOSU, LSU, Cal and USC. We'll go ahead and stay in our conference. We don't have to run away to another one to make a name for ourselves.

 

[TexExSpur]

When it comes right down to it, without the LHN, Texas can land in whatever conference they are willing to play in.............Cash Cow

 

[dj701919]

Lol, WTh happened I just said that I thought you guys in the big 10 would be interesting and you guys start crying? It wasn't a where you can compete thing just a spot that I thought would be cool for you guys to compete in. The SEC is out so which other conference do you feel you would fit best in and would have a more interesting schedule? Pac 12? ACC?

Can you repeat that in English?

 

[pooch11]

Faulty premise. Our schedule is fine as is, provides the easiest path to the playoffs and is also abut to include the likes of ND, Michigan, tOSU, LSU, Cal and USC. We'll go ahead and stay in our conference. We don't have to run away to another one to make a name for ourselves.

Just to be clear I wasn't trying to say your current schedule wasn't, I was just staing which conference would provide a cooler schedule of mathchups. Personally the big 10 teams vs Texas would interst me the most plus you have that built in rivalry with Nebraska (mostly on their side) but Penn State, Michigan, Ohio State coming to Austin every other year would be interesting. USC and Oregon would to but its not as quite as interesting to me as the others.

 

[Scholz]

Wait until Delance discovers Strong has been hitting it out of the park getting 3-stars to the league...

Some quotes from OL Jean Delance of North Mesquite (24/7):

“Me and Malik (Jefferson) are really good friends,” Delance said. “He’s just been telling me that he loves Texas and that it feels like home. He keeps telling me to go hang out with him and check out how the coaches run things. I’m definitely going to do that this summer.”

“I saw those NFL numbers, and there is no question Coach Strong is going to do that at Texas, especially if he keeps landing four- and five-stars,” Delance said. “I know I won’t be too worried about making it to the NFL if I go to Texas.”

 

[dj701919]

Wait until Delance discovers Strong has been hitting it out of the park getting 3-stars to the league...

Some quotes from OL Jean Delance of North Mesquite (24/7):

“Me and Malik (Jefferson) are really good friends,” Delance said. “He’s just been telling me that he loves Texas and that it feels like home. He keeps telling me to go hang out with him and check out how the coaches run things. I’m definitely going to do that this summer.”

“I saw those NFL numbers, and there is no question Coach Strong is going to do that at Texas, especially if he keeps landing four- and five-stars,” Delance said. “I know I won’t be too worried about making it to the NFL if I go to Texas.”

Kids need to quit worrying about how many stars they have, and spend more time thinking about the coaching they are going to be exposed to in college.

https://rivals.yahoo.com/texas/football/recruiting/player-Russell-Okung-40016

 

[TexExSpur]

Remember what I was saying about Houston? Ed Oliver committed.

 

[utisdabomb12]

Remember what I was saying about Houston? Ed Oliver committed.

Not surprising. His old HS coach is on the Houston coaching staff now (who he is close with). His brother also plays at Houston.

 

[Son of Wasatch]

Oliver going to Houston is a lot like Katie Perry mounting Jack Black. It's just wrong.

 

[TexExSpur]

 

[Godz40Acrez]

aggzy on Ed Oliver...

1. He was never a must-get.
2. Obbeeusslie not sec ready.
3. Who ever said we wanted him?
4. Meh. Never really thought he'd choose us.
5. At best he's a 2 year project.
6. Where's my sheep?

 

[pooch11]

Kid will be an all american at Houston. I wanted Oliver but I was concerned about whether or not he would be able to add enough weight to be an every down DT in college speciffically the SEC. I thought he may be a better fit in the Big 12 as I see his value as more of a pass rusher.

 

[oldhorn2]

Oliver is a beast that would make ANY defense better. I wish we had gotten him...good get Houston.