SoCon Signing Day Thread

[PaladinFan]

Thought a central location would be useful.

[PaladinFan]

Furman (as updated)

Aaron Black, 6'6, 267, OT (Dallas, GA - E. Paulding), 3 star, 5.5

AK Olusanya, 5'10, 195 DB (Tampa, FL - Sickles), 2 star, 5.3

Logan McCarter, 6'1, 168 WR (Seivierville, TN - Sevier Co.)

Jordan Hawkins, 6'1 264 DL (Jacksonville, FL - Wolfson), 2 star, 5.3

James Elliott, 6'2 226 DE (Franklin, TN - Christ Presbyterian), 2 star, 5.2

Byron Johnson, 6'1 212 LB (Swansea, SC - Swansea)

Jackson Bounamia, 6'2 275 OT (Snellville, GA - Brookwood), transfer from Air Force Academy

Brian Nwokolo, 6'2 220 DE (Jacksonville, NC - Ragsdale)

Brad Minter, 6'0 217, LB (Hueytown, AL - Hueytown), 2 stars, 5.2

Donvan Franks, 5'11 185 DB (Altamonte Springs, FL - Lake Brantley)

Reeves Rogers, 6'0 190 DB (Tampa, FL - Plant)

DeAndre Thornton, 6'0 275 DL (Fairburn, GA - Creekside)

Nic McBride, 6'2 203 LB (Lyons, GA - Vidalia)

Nick Miller, 5'8 161 DB (Kennesaw, GA - North Cobb), 2 star, 5.2

Dillon Woodruff, 6'2 195 QB (Christiana, TN - Riverdale)

Richard Hayes, III, 5'11 181 DB (Greensboro, NC - Dudley), 2 star, 5.2

Trey Robinson, 6'1 187 DB (Spartanburg, SC - Dorman)

[cbarrier90]

Marcus Cox
ATH
Dacula, GA
Dacula
5'11"
185
2 stars

Beau Nunn
DE
York, SC
York Comprehensive
6'4"
246
2 stars

Rashaad Townes
DB
Macon, GA
Howard
6'2"
207
2 stars

Terrence Upshaw
RB
Duluth, GA
Northview
5'9"
180
2 stars

Kennan Gilchrist
LB
Abbeville, SC
Abbeville
6'2"
200
2 stars

Lee Wright
ATH
York, SC
York Comprehensive
5'10"
192
2 stars

Colby Gossett
OL
Cumming, GA
North Forsyth
6'6"
290
2 stars

Taylor Lamb
QB
Calhoun, GA
Calhoun
6'2"
200
2 stars

Parker Collins
OL
North Augusta, SC
North Augusta
6'3"
290
2 stars

Dante Jones
WR
Raleigh, NC
Southeast Raleigh
5'10"
172
2 stars

Tyrell Brown
DB
Hampton, GA
Lovejoy
5'10"
180
2 stars

George Vinson
LB
Damascus, MD
Damascus
6'0"
205
2 stars

Brandon Pinckney
DB
Roebuck, SC
Dorman
6'0"
175
2 stars

[rbostic278]

Terrence Upshaw
RB
Duluth, GA
Northview
5'9"
180
2 stars

Big pickup a flip of a flip,lol

[cbarrier90]

Terrence Upshaw
RB
Duluth, GA
Northview
5'9"
180
2 stars

Big pickup a flip of a flip,lol

What's his story? This is the first I've heard of him.

[rbostic278]

I think he flipped from S.Alabama to Samford and now you guys

[PaladinFan]

Rashaad Townes
DB
Macon, GA
Howard
6'2"
207
2 stars



Anxious to see how he pans out. Howard is awful (like hasn't won a game in two years awful), but App has had success coming into the Georgia fall line and plucking good DBs (Mark Legree comes to mind).

[PaladinNation]

Furman (as updated)

Aaron Black, 6'6, 267, OT (Dallas, GA - E. Paulding), 3 star, 5.5

AK Olusanya, 5'10, 195 DB (Tampa, FL - Sickles), 2 star, 5.3

Logan McCarter, 6'1, 168 WR (Seivierville, TN - Sevier Co.)

Jordan Hawkins, 6'1 264 DL (Jacksonville, FL - Wolfson), 2 star, 5.3

James Elliott, 6'2 226 DE (Franklin, TN - Christ Presbyterian), 2 star, 5.2

Byron Johnson, 6'1 212 LB (Swansea, SC - Swansea)

Jackson Bounamia, 6'2 275 OT (Snellville, GA - Brookwood), transfer from Air Force Academy

Brian Nwokolo, 6'2 220 DE (Jacksonville, NC - Ragsdale)

Brad Minter, 6'0 217, LB (Hueytown, AL - Hueytown), 2 stars, 5.2

Donvan Franks, 5'11 185 DB (Altamonte Springs, FL - Lake Brantley),

It's great to see Furman taking a couple of players from FBS teams; Olusanya was offered by just about every MAC team… most thought he was going to sign with Bowling Green. And Aaron Black had seven FBS offers (including Cincy). Bounamia was a 2 star out of Brookwood and had multiple FBS offers. Great day for the DINS, I know stars don't mean jack, but Furman rarely has this many, I think nine to ten players will sign with Furman with at least 2 stars this year.

[cbarrier90]

It's great to see Furman taking a couple of players from FBS teams; Olusanya was offered by just about every MAC team… most thought he was going to sign with Bowling Green. And Aaron Black had seven FBS offers (including Cincy). Bounamia was a 2 star out of Brookwood and had multiple FBS offers. Great day for the DINS, I know stars don't mean jack, but Furman rarely has this many, I think nine to ten players will sign with Furman with at least 2 stars this year.

What's with Furman's pipeline into Tennessee? Not traditionally known as a state for talent and it's not like the cupboard is bare in SC.

[The Cats]

Western Carolina - (updated)

Brandon Berridge
OL - 6-4 - 250 lbs.
Sophia, N.C. (Randleman HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played both offensive and defensive line at Randleman High for head coach Shane Handy ... Played at right tackle on the offensive line ... Recorded 30 tackles including 20 solo stops as a senior ... Credited with four quarterback hurries ... Tabbed as "perhaps the best lineman in (Randolph) County" by MyRandolphSports.com, earning All-County plaudits as a senior.
Personal: His grandparents, Elbert and Anna Berridge, are his guardians ... Has a younger brother, Bradley.

Tyson Dickson
LB - 6-1 - 215 lbs.
Ellenwood, Ga. (Cedar Grove HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played in 22 games as a two-year varsity letter winner at Cedar Grove High ... As a senior, finished third on the team with 88 total tackles including 55 solo stops and seven tackles for loss ... Credited with two quarterback sacks ... Had 31 tackles during his junior season with 21 solo hits.

Steffon Hill
WR - 6-0 - 185 lbs.
Hendersonville, N.C. (East Henderson HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played both wide receiver and defensive back for head coach - and former Catamount - Brett Chappell ... Was a two-time All-Western North Carolina Athletic Conference selection ... Caught 55 passes for 960 yards and six touchdowns to go along with 274 rushing yards with a TD on the ground ... Defensively, credited with 33.5 tackles and an INT in his final season as a prep ... Tabbed as the WNC Athletic Conference's Special Teams Player of the Year ... As a junior, made 43 receptions for 814 yards and eight touchdowns while also rushing for 405 yards and four TDs ... On defense, had a pair of interceptions ... One of just 100 players to attend the invitation-only Shrine Bowl combine in the summer of 2012 ... Offered by WCU coach Mark Speir as a junior.

Austin Jacobs
OL - 6-4 - 260 lbs.
Four Oaks, N.C. (Cleveland HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played along the offensive and defensive line at Cleveland HS for head coach Marc Morris, leading the Rams to an 11-win season and the eastern 3-AA regional championship game in 2012 ... As a senior, earned All-Eastern Carolina Conference (ECC) honors ... Recorded 69 tackles including 29 tackles for loss, five sacks, recovered three fumbles while forcing two and had an interception ... In November of 2012, was named the Student-Athlete of the Week by the Raleigh Sports Club ... As a junior, earned ECC Defensive Player of the Year accolades.
Personal: Full name is Austin Taylor Jacobs ... Is the son of John and Amy Jacobs ... Has two brothers, Zach and Ben.

Ethan James
OL - 6-2 - 250 lbs.
Hudson, N.C. (South Caldwell HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Was a three-year varsity starter for South Caldwell High and head coach Butch Carter helping the Spartans to back-to-back conference championships in his final two seasons ... Was a two-time All-Northwestern 3A/4A Conference selection and twice named first team All-Caldwell County ... Named the team Offensive MVP as a junior and senior while serving as a team captain both seasons ... As a senior, was selected to the East-West All-Star game ... Could see time as a long-snapper for the Catamounts.
Personal: Full name is Ethan Michael James ... Is the son of Mick and Laurie James ... Has one sibling, Landyn.

Justin James
OL - 6-2 - 285 lbs.
Savannah, Ga. (Calvary Day)
Prior to Western Carolina: Was a two-time All-Region 3-A first team selection, as well as an All-Savannah Morning News first team honoree, leading the offensive line ... Earned second team All-State accolades at the Class A level ... Listed as a two-star prospect by Rivals.com.

Bryson Jordan
LB - 6-2 - 195 lbs.
Flowery Branch, Ga. (Buford HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Helped lead Buford High to the Georgia Class AAA championship, tallying eight tackles in the title game ... Forced and returned a fumble for a touchdown during the playoff run to the championship game ... Selected to the Gwinnett All-Star game at linebacker as a senior ... Also played basketball as a prep where he was mentioned by ESPNHS Georgia All-State Hoops, listed among the top high school players in the state.

Garry Lewis
RB - 5-9 - 185 lbs.
Fayetteville, N.C. (Douglas Byrd HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Enrolled at Western Carolina in the spring semester and is on-campus in January ... Rushed for over 2,700 yards and 33 touchdowns in three seasons at Douglas Byrd High including over 1,200 yards his senior season ... Tabbed the Cape Fear Valley 3-A Athlete of the Year, garnering all-conference accolades... Earned Cumberland County Prep Athlete of the Week three times as a senior ... In 2011, rushed for 884 yards and 11 touchdowns ... As a high school sophomore, rushed for 575 yards on 92 carries with six touchdowns ... Listed as a two-star prospect by Rivals.com.

Stedman Lucas
LB - 6-2 - 225 lbs.
Orangeburg, S.C. (Orangeburg-Wilkinson HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played tight end and linebacker in high school ... Recorded 139 tackles over his final two seasons as a prep including 66 stops as a senior and 73 hits as a junior ... Led Orangeburg-Wilkinson back to the state playoffs in 2012 for the first-time in six years ... Posted seven sacks combined over the two years, with nine pass deflections, three forced fumbles and 12 total tackles for loss during his senior season.
Personal: Is the son of Steven and Jeanette Lucas ... His older brother, Sterling, played linebacker at North Carolina State.

Andrew Mayton
DL - 6-3 - 235 lbs.
Midway, N.C. (North Davidson HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: A four-year varsity letter winner, helped North Davidson High and head coach Mark Holcomb to the 4-A state playoffs all four seasons including a 14-1, Western Region runner-up finish as a senior ... Finished his prep career with 292 tackles and 47.5 career sacks including leading the state of North Carolina with 23.5 sacks as a senior ... Had a career-high 103 tackles and forced three fumbles in his final season at NDHS ... Was a two-time All-Central Piedmont Conference selection, earning both the CPC's and Davidson County's Defensive Player of the Year plaudits as a senior ... Also a two-time All-Northwest pick by the Winston-Salem Journal ... Tabbed All-State by NCPreps ... Moving up to the varsity squad as a freshman, recorded a quarterback sack and forced a fumble in his first game to earn his roster spot ... Listed as a two-star prospect by Rivals.com.
Personal: Full name is Andrew Raymond Mayton ... Is the son of Buddy and Chantel Mayton ... Has a younger sister, Jordan ... His uncle, Robert Mayton, won a state championship as the coach at Thomasville High ... Was also a two-year varsity letter winner in baseball in high school and played for Lexington Post 8 in the American Legion summer league ... Learned to play the piano.

Trey Morgan
DB - 6-1 - 180 lbs.
North Augusta, S.C. (North Augusta HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played wide receiver and safety for head coach Dan Pippin at North Augusta High, leading the Yellow Jackets to the Division II Class AAAA state quarterfinals ... Helped North Augusta win 44 games over the past four seasons ... Tabbed the Augusta Chronicle's South Carolina Football Player of the Year, as well as the 2012 Aiken Standard Defensive Player of the Year ... As a senior, recorded 119 tackles and three interceptions on defense ... Rushed for 226 yards and 10 touchdowns on just 38 carries, adding 441 receiving yards and five TDs, earning his team's MVP award ... Scored a touchdown ever 4.7 times he touched the ball on offense ... Selected to play in the North-South All-Star game.
Personal: Full name is Trey DeShaun Morgan ... Is the son of Lewuana Morgan ... Has one older sibling ... Grew up around mechanics and automotive work, likes to fix things and to work on cars.

Daniel Nash
DL - 6-3 - 215 lbs.
Holly Springs, N.C. (Holly Springs HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Earned All-Tri-Nine Conference accolades as a senior, garnering first team defense honors ... Selected as the Holly Springs High Defensive Player of the Year ... Played as a defensive lineman and linebacker as a prep ... Was named the overall MVP as a junior at the National Underclassmen combine held in Greensboro.
Personal: Full name is Daniel Lawrence Nash ... Is the son of Evelyn Worthy and step-father, Patrick Worthy ... Was born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. ... Has an older brother, Michael Bayon Jr ... Is a member of the media ministry at his church, Wake Chapel, where he operates the boom camera during Sunday services.

Detrez Newsome
RB - 5-10 - 180 lbs.
Raeford, N.C. (Hoke County HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Named the Southeastern 4-A co-Offensive Player of the Year by the Fayetteville Observer, tallying all-conference accolades ... According to NCPreps.com, rushed for over 2,000 yards on over 240 carries with 37 touchdowns as a senior ... Recorded 402 yards on the ground on 20 rushes for an average of 20.1 yards per carry, scoring six touchdowns in the 2012 season-opener against Wilmington Ashley HS ... It was the 23rd time a 400-plus yard game had been reported to the NCHSAA ... Also ran track & field as a prep.

Fred Payne
DB - 5-11 - 185 lbs.
Gainesville, Ga. (Gainesville HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: A four-year varsity letter winner, credited with 360 career tackles with 14 interceptions and a quarterback sack ... Was a two-time first team All-Area selection and earned All-State in his final season ... As a senior, posted a career-high 121 tackles and five INTs while also catching five passes for 296 yards and four touchdowns ... Had a 90-yard kickoff return for a TD against Apalachee High ... Returned an interception 72 yards and a fumble 35 yards for a touchdown in a state playoff game ... Additionally tallied five receptions for 296 yards and four receiving touchdowns in his final season as a prep ... Finished with a career-best 136 total tackles including 88 solo stops as a junior ... Listed as a two-star prospect by Rivals.com.
Personal: Full name is Fredtavious Diquan Payne ... Is the son of Anita Harrison, grandmother Edith Williams and aunt, Crystal Wilmont ... Has two siblings - Anika Carrington and Nikita Payne ... His cousin, A.J. Johnson, plays football at Tennessee ... Worked as a mentor and volunteered with local elementary schools and the Boys & Girls Club.

Roderick Poag
TE - 6-3 - 215 lbs.
Marshville, N.C. (Forest Hills HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Two-year varsity letter winner at Forest Hills High ... Tallied 87 career tackle including 1.5 sacks and six career interceptions ... Named to the All-Rocky River Conference team ... Recorded 30 tackles as a senior including a season-high six at Porter Ridge HS ... Led the Yellow Jackets with five interceptions on defense, returning three for touchdowns ... the five picks ranked him tied for sixth in the school's record books ... Added 110 yards receiving on two receptions - both touchdown catches - and rushed for a two-point conversion for 32 career points ... Also played basketball as a prep.

Tanner Poindexter
OL - 6-3 - 285 lbs
Pfafftown, N.C. (Ronald Reagan HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Is the first four-year player in Ronald Regan High history to sign with a NCAA Division I program ... Named All-Central Piedmont Conference at guard along the offensive line, keying Ronald Regan High to an 8-4 season and the school's first-ever playoff berth ... Garnered All-Northwest accolades from the Winston-Salem Journal ... Selected to the North Carolina roster in the 2012 Shrine Bowl, playing every snap at center ... Was named the offensive line MVP as a junior at the National Underclassmen combine held in Greensboro ... Listed as a two-star prospect by Rivals.com.

Willie Police
WR - 5-10 - 175 lbs.
Marietta, Ga. (Lassiter HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Named the Region 5-AAAAAA Offensive Player of the Year ... Tabbed second team offense at wide receiver in the 2012 Georgia Sportswriters Association (GSWA) All-State ... Also listed on the 2012 Football All-Senior team by the GPB Sports Blog ... An All-County WR, was selected to the Cobb County All-Star Senior Bowl ... Recorded a 206-yard receiving performance against Kell High in Sept. of 2012 which included a 90-yard touchdown catch as a part of the four TD game ... Earned the TD Club of Atlanta's Back of the Week honor ... Played running back as a junior.

Tyler Sexton
TE - 6-4 - 215 lbs.
Flat Rock, N.C. (East Henderson HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Played both tight end and defensive end for head coach - and former Catamount - Brett Chappell ... Was a two-time All-Western North Carolina Athletic Conference selection as a junior and senior ... Named a Times-News All-Area selection ... As a senior, caught 35 passes for 779 yards and 18 touchdowns, a school record for a tight end ... Also credited with 35 tackles on defense ... Named the TE MVP as a junior at the National Underclassmen combine ... Also played basketball as a prep.
Personal: Full name is Aaron Tyler Sexton.

Tommy Tate
LB - 6-2 - 220 lbs.
Norcross, Ga. (Norcross HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Named first team All-State in Georgia's highest classification (Class AAAAAA) as a senior, guiding Norcross High to a 15-0 record and the 2012 state championship ... Posted two double-digit tackle games during the state playoffs for the Blue Devils including 18 stops against Colquitt County and 15 tackles in a win over Camden County High ... Recorded 183 total tackles including 117 solo stops as a senior ... Credited with four pass breakups, two sacks, two forced fumbles, three quarterback hurries and a blocked punt in his final year as a prep ... Was an All-County selection by the Gwinnett Touchdown Club ... Additionally handled punting duties for Norcross High, posting a 33.7 average including a season-long 47 yarder ... Tallied 110 total tackles as a junior.

Kelvin Ume
DL - 6-3 - 260 lbs.
Acworth, Ga. (North Cobb HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Split time along the defensive line as a defensive end and tackle ... Came to the United States from Nigeria in the early 2000's and did not play football until his freshman year of high school in Ohio ... Finished with 85 tackles as a senior, leading the North Cobb Warriors to an 11-3 season and berth in the Class AAAAA state semifinals ... Posted a 16-tackle game in a win over Valdosta, helping limit the opposing offense to just 22 rushing yards ... Was an honorable mention on the All-County team and was selected to the Cobb County All-Star Senior Bowl.
Personal: Full name is Chibuzor Kelvin Ume.

Tahjai Watt
DL - 6-5 - 210 lbs.
Huntersville, N.C. (North Mecklenburg HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Two-time All-I-Meck Conference selection who was a conference player of the year finalist as a senior ... Played both ways as a defensive end and a tight end on offense ... Also played power forward on the basketball court as a prep earning all-conference accolades.
Personal: Full name Tahjai Henri Watt ... Is the son of Todd Lynch and Constance Watt, both of whom played sports in college ... Has one sibling, Eric Lynch.

Avery Worsham
LB - 6-1 - 205 lbs.
Indian Trail, N.C. (Porter Ridge HS)
Prior to Western Carolina: Helped guide Porter Ridge High to the NCHSAA football finals two-straight season as the Western Region champion ... Playing as a defensive end, recorded 90 total tackles including 20 for loss as a senior as a part of earning the Southern Carolina Conference Defensive Player of the Year accolades ... Credited with 10 quarterback sacks, 21 QB hurries, four fumble recoveries including one for a touchdown and one interception ... Was selected to the first team defense on the Charlotte Observer All-Area team ... Had 68 total tackles as a junior with 10.5 sacks and 12 quarterback hurries.
Personal: Full name is Avery Maurice Worsham ... Is the son of Antonio and Latonja Worsham ... Has an older sister, Kayla, who serves in the United State Army.

[chattownmocs]

What's with Furman's pipeline into Tennessee? Not traditionally known as a state for talent and it's not like the cupboard is bare in SC.



Tennessee has passed south carolina this year when It comes to talent as previously discussed.

[PaladinFan]

What's with Furman's pipeline into Tennessee? Not traditionally known as a state for talent and it's not like the cupboard is bare in SC.

This is just my opinion, but recall that a good chunk of Furman's coaching staff have Vanderbilt ties. The Recruiting Coordinator, Norval McKenzie, was a former Vandy running back.

Furman has pulled in players from Tennessee pretty routinely over the years. Jerome Felton and Ingle Martin were both TN products. What is equally impressive (to me) is the number of kids coming out of Central Florida.

[fc97]

so far for elon:
9 from NC
6 from the NE
3 from FL
3 from the South


Trevor Vasey QB 6-6 228
Cumberland, R.I. / Dean JC

Dakota DeYent OL 6-3 290
Tallahassee, Fla. / Lincoln

Rev Ford OL 6-2 298
Charlotte, N.C. / Charlotte Country Day

Demitri Allison WR 5-11 173
Cornelius, N.C. / Southlake Christian

Keith Dilley TE 6-2 205
Orlando, Fla. / Edgewater

Dondre Howell DL 6-4 230
Mooresville, N.C. / Mooresville

Joey March QB 6-0 174
Loganville, Ga. / Walnut Grove

Ikenna Nwokeji DL 6-5 250
Randolph, Mass. / Thayer Academy

Connor Wade LB 6-0 212
Haddon Township, N.J. / Haddon Township

Asunji Maddox DB 5-11 184
Goldsboro, N.C. / Goldsboro

Nick Haskin DB 5-11 184
Cary, N.C. / Cardinal Gibbons

Demetrius Oliver WR 6-0 200
Portsmouth, Va. / Ashbrook (N.C.)

R.J. Pearsall TE 6-3 220
Castle Hayne, N.C. / E.A. Laney

O'Shane Morris OL 6-4 285
Bronx, N.Y. / Iona Prep

Austin Richardson TE 6-5 256
Kernersville, N.C. / East Forsyth

Adrian Williams DB 5-11 165
Fayetteville, N.C. / Cape Fear

Anthony Hambright DB 5-8 170
Gastonia, N.C. / Ashbrook

John Gallagher K 6-1 210
Caldwell, N.J. / James Caldwell

Graham Albright OL 6-5 275
Westerville, Ohio / Westerville Central

Kelly Brooks-Muse RB 5-10 164
Vienna, Va. / Oakton

C.J. Scarpa QB 5-8 166
Andover, Mass. / Andover

[PaladinFan]

It's great to see Furman taking a couple of players from FBS teams; Olusanya was offered by just about every MAC team… most thought he was going to sign with Bowling Green. And Aaron Black had seven FBS offers (including Cincy). Bounamia was a 2 star out of Brookwood and had multiple FBS offers. Great day for the DINS, I know stars don't mean jack, but Furman rarely has this many, I think nine to ten players will sign with Furman with at least 2 stars this year.

Definitely excited about this group. Fowler is clearly focusing on physical hit and tackle guys. Maybe not 2013, but Furman football will be back.

[Baldy]

Whew...the LOI is in. Had my fingers crossed for the past week. xprayx :D

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/143592/jay-ellison

xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

[SpeedkingATL]

Whew...the LOI is in. Had my fingers crossed for the past week. xprayx :D

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/143592/jay-ellison

xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

That would appear to be a big win for GaSo.

[PaladinFan]

Whew...the LOI is in. Had my fingers crossed for the past week. xprayx :D

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/143592/jay-ellison

xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

Big contributor on a good football team.

[AppAlum2003]

Whew...the LOI is in. Had my fingers crossed for the past week. xprayx :D

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/143592/jay-ellison

xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

Congrats! Looks like a good pickup!

[CID1990]

Tennessee has passed south carolina this year when It comes to talent as previously discussed.

And most of that talent wisely chooses to play football outside of Tennessee.

[asumike83]

I think he flipped from S.Alabama to Samford and now you guys

He was committed to Samford as recently as 2-3 days ago, I believe. Very big late pick-up for us. Unlike most years, we held on to all of our verbal commitments and actually added one at the last minute. It was great to get a second RB in this class and this kid is a serious talent. ESPN has him ranked as the #59 RB in the country.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/150153/terrence-upshaw

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

Whew...the LOI is in. Had my fingers crossed for the past week. xprayx :D

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/143592/jay-ellison

xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

How accurate is ESPN on what schools have offered prospects?

[PaladinFan]

How accurate is ESPN on what schools have offered prospects?

Most of the time those are crap shoots. GSU's a great team, but if they beat actual offers from half the SEC and Big 10 for a kid, I'd be surprised. Maybe those are gray shirt offers, or preferred walkons, or the like.

[CID1990]

Jorian Jordan, WR, 6-0, 165, Charlotte, N.C./Mallard Cre

Cam Jackson, QB, 6-2, 185, Mobile, Ala./Davidson
Tevin Floyd, LB, 6-1, 225, Tallahassee, Fla./Florida High

Jantzen Jeffrey, QB, 6-1, 200, Cumming, Ga./South Forsyth

Nick Jeffreys, TE, 6-3, 235, Oklahoma City, Okla./Bishop McGuinness

Isaiah Pinson, OL, 6-3, 240, Wellford, S.C./Byrnes

DeVonta Delaney, DB, 6-1, 180, Seabrook, S.C./Whale Branch

Forrest Barnes, Slot Back, 5-11, 185, Cranberry Township, Pa./Seneca Valley

Ryan Bednar, OL, 6-1, 280, Glassport, Pa./South Allegheny

Rudder Brown, WR, 6-4, 210, Mount Pleasant, S.C./Wando

Tyus Carter, DB, 6-0, 170, Birmingham, Ala./Shades Valley

Jonathan Dorogy, Slot Back, 5-8, 180, Harmony, Pa./Seneca Valley

Devan Robbins, Slot Back, 5-11, 175, Belmont, N.C./South Point

Jake Smith, DL, 6-5, 225, Greenville, S.C./Greenville

Will Vanvick, Punter, 5-11, 170, Greenville, S.C./J.L. Mann


Their details are here: http://citadelsports.com/sports/fball/2012-13/releases/2013020674i4y2

We managed to poach a couple from FBS teams, AFA most notably. The PA-Higgins connection is definitely apparent.

Still waiting on a few LOIs.

[chattownmocs]

Alejandro Bennifield - QB - 6-2 - 215 - Fr.-HS - Hampton, Ga. (Lovejoy HS)
Two-star quarterback prospect according to Rivals.com ... two-time all-region at Lovejoy High School in Hampton, Ga. ... played for head coach Al Hughes ... guided Lovejoy to the 6A championship game with 2,576 yards and 32 TDs as a senior ... led the Wildcats to a 14-1 record and the 4A state title game as a junior when he threw for 1,500 yards and 18 TDs ... also lettered in basketball and track & field ... PERSONAL ...full name is Alejandro Marquis Bennifield ... born Oct. 16, 1994 ... son of Alex and Jennifer Bennifield ... undecided on a major.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Alejandro Bennifield:
"Alejandro was in our camp this summer. We loved him. Unbelievable arm strength, great leadership, his team was in the state championship game. He came in the summer, and I think he fell in love with this place. We fell in love with him. What a great addition for us. He was one of our first commitments, and hung in there a long time with us with a lot of people looking at him, and trying to get him to change his mind. We feel like he can spin it, and we are excited to have Alejandro."

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Xavier Borishade - WR - 5-10 - 170 - Fr.-HS - Kennesaw, Ga. (North Cobb HS)
All-state receiver from North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Ga. ... named First Team Class 6A All-State by the Georgia Sports Writers Association ... played for head coach Shane Queen ... had 55 catches for 1,108 yards and 13 TDs as a senior ... Cobb County Receiver of the Year ... played in the Cobb County All-Star game ... guided NCHS to a playoff win for the first time since 1959, advancing to the state semifinals for the first time in school history with a 10-3 record ... same high school as current Moc Derrick Lott ... earned the Captains Award ... PERSONAL ...full name is Xavier Harrison Borishade ... born Aug. 12, 1995 ... son of Alicia and Foley Borishade ... has a younger sister, Olivia ... undecided on a major.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Xavier Borishade:
"Xavier came in the middle of January. We like him from day one. We think he's going to be a great inside receiver for us. He can run. Same high school as Derrick Lott, so we've had some nice success there. Great kid, great family. We are excited to have him in the program. I think he can do a lot of things in the return game. Like I said, inside slot receiver, great hands, and excellent speed."

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Malcolm Colvin - TE - 6-2 - 215 - Fr.-HS - Fort Valley, Ga. (Peach County HS)
Two-star tight-end prospect according to Rivals.com ... First Team All-Sun News and Macon Telegraph All-Middle Georgia Teams as a senior at Peach County High School in Fort Valley, Ga. ... had six catches for 139 yards and two touchdowns ... played for head coach Chad Campbell ... led PCHS to the state quarterfinals with an 11-2 record as a senior ... played in the state title game as a junior when PCHS went 12-3 ... threw the discus for the track team as a sophomore and junior ... PERSONAL ...born Feb. 27, 1995 ... son of Rhonda Colvin ... plans to major in Engineering.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Malcolm Colvin:
"Malcolm was in our camp too. We've had quite a few guys in our camp, and he was very, very impressive. He could run. Physical looking guy that played both sides of the ball, but we recruited him as a tight end. We love the speed, we love the athleticism. We're really excited to have him. Again, we had him in camp, and we were really impressed with him, not only as a player, but also as a person. We think he'll be a great addition for us."

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Derrick Craine - RB - 5-10 - 205 - Fr.-HS - McDonough, Ga. (Union Grove HS)
Two-star running back according to Rivals.com ... member of the Atlanta Journal Constitution All-State team ... 2012 Henry Daily Herald Offensive Player of the Year ... 2,105 rushing yards with 26 TDs on 273 carries as a senior for head coach Paul Burgdorf ... led the Razor to a 10-2 record, tying a program mark for wins ... selected to play in the Georgia East-West All-Star game ... Honor Roll ... also lettered in baseball ... PERSONAL ...full name is Derrick Donald Craine ... born Sept. 16, 1994 ... son of Don and Sheila Craine ... has two older sisters, Nicole and Christa ... father played football at Pittsburgh (1973-75) ... plans to major in Sports Medicine.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Derrick Craine:
"Derrick was also in our camp, and we really liked him. I think the thing we really like about Derrick is the toughness he brings to that position. He'll fit in nicely with a one-back system. I think he can do all those things. He's got really good speed, he can make you miss. But I think the one thing about him is that he's a strong runner. I just love his mental outlook on football, his toughness. He's football 24 hours a day, seven days a week. That's kind of what we were looking for in that position. We were only taking one there this year, and we identified him early on, liked him, and made the decision. Thank goodness Derrick decided to come here."

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T.J. Jenkins - LB - 6-2 - 210 - Fr.-HS - Tampa, Fla. (Plant HS)
Two-star linebacker prospect according to Rivals.com ... standout player at Plant High School in Tampa, Fla. ... played for head coach robert Weiner ... led the Panthers to the 2011 8A Florida state title as a junior ... PHS went 10-2 during his senior season in 2012 ... also lettered in baseball ... PERSONAL ... full name is Terrance L. Jenkins ... born June 15, 1994 ... son of Terrance and Althea Jenkins ... plans to major in Criminal Justice.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on T.J. Jenkins:
"T.J. is a linebacker. We watched him on film. No question, slam dunk. We offered immediately after watching him. Coach Fuller went down to Florida, and did a great job of recruiting T.J. The one thing I want to say about T.J., not only can he play, but he's a man of his word. He made a commitment to Chattanooga and Chattanooga Football, and never wavered one bit. He had a FBS school come in late with a big time relationship with his high school, and T.J. said no, hung in there with us, and made a commitment. I can't wait to see him again so I can hug him. Great kid, and again, from a super family. I think he's going to be an excellent player for us, and we're so happy to have him."

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D.J. Prather - DL - 6-4 - 235 - Fr.-HS - Calhoun, Ga. (Gordon Central HS)
All-state defensive lineman from Gordon Central High School in Calhoun, Ga. ... member of the Chattanooga Times Free Press Dynamite Dozen ... played for head coach Chad Fisher ... two time all-county and all-region selection ... all-county in basketball and all-state in track & field ... Honor Roll ... PERSONAL ... full name is Dustin Jamal Prather ... born Dec. 19, 1994 ... son of Prentice and Stephanie Prather ... has one older brother, Dre, who currently plays at Campbell ... undecided on a major.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on D.J. Prather:
"D.J. was another one that was in our camp, and I think this guy is a future star. If he works and does what we think he can do, he can be as good as we've had here at the position, and we've had a lot of good ones. He's got a lot of ability, I watched him play basketball, and he's fluid. D.J. had a Conference USA school come in, tried to steal him late in the recruiting process. He hung in there, said no, and he made a commitment to Chattanooga and Chattanooga Football. I've already had the opportunity to hug him. When they can hang in there like that with us, with a late push from FBS schools, that says a lot about him as a person and his family. I just think he's going to be an excellent addition to our football program."

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Jacob Revis - OL - 6-2 - 290 - Fr.-HS - Dayton, Tenn. (Rhea County HS)
All-state offensive lineman from Rhea County High School in Dayton, Tenn. ... two-star prospect according to Rivals.com and Scout.com ... three-time all-district for head coach Doug Green ... district offensive lineman of the year as a sophomore ... member of the 2012 Chattanooga Times Free Press Dynamite Dozen ... also lettered in track & field ... earned Rhea County Academic Champions honors ... PERSONAL ...full name is Jacob Dylan Revis ... born Aug. 14, 1994 ... son of Rusty and Laura Revis ... older brother, Kevin, is a senior offensive lineman for the Mocs ... plans to major in Exercise Science.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Jacob Revis:
"I think a lot of people know about Jacob here. Excellent, excellent, excellent high school football career. He comes from a great family. We have Kevin on the team, and Kevin is as good as we've had at that position, not only as a player, but a person in the program. We feel Jacob is going to be just the same. He can play. Great leverage, great pad level. I think if he was two inches taller he would've been recruited by everybody. Fortunately for us, he chose Chattanooga. I think with the connection, it helped us. I think he's going to be a really good player. Again, we get the Revis family with us for another four or five years, and that makes us feel real good."

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Taylor Reynolds - DT - 6-3 - 270 - Fr.-HS - McCalla, Ala. (McAdory HS)
Honorable mention all-state as a senior at McAdory High School in McCalla, Ala. ... played for head coach David Powell ... led the team to the Alabama 5A state title game with a 14-1 record as a senior ... named all-west first team and to the all-metro team ... posted 88 tackles, five sacks and seven TFLs ... listed as one of the top defensive line recruits in Alabama by Scout.com ... four-year letterwinner on the baseball team ... PERSONAL ...full name is Taylor Barclay Reynolds ... born Nov. 29, 1994 ... son of Aimee and Jeremy Reynolds ... has a younger sister, Hannah ... plans to major in Criminal Justice.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Taylor Reynolds:
"I think Taylor maybe the biggest sleeper in this group. When he was recruited, he had some scholarship offers from other people. He's 6'3"-6'4", 260 pounds. I think he's going to be a great, great player. I watched him practice baseball. He's fluid, he can run. We're excited to have him. He came in on an official visit on the first weekend of January, and he was the only prospect in here. We really bonded with him and his family. I think getting him from Alabama was huge for us, and we're thrilled to have him."

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Tyler Roberson - QB - 6-4 - 210 - Fr.-HS - Martinez, Ga. (Augusta Christian)
All-state quarterback from Augusta Christian School in Martinez, Ga. ... posted a 13-0 record and won the 2012 South Carolina Independent Schools AAA State Title ... Augusta Council Independent Player of the Year with 19 TDs and 2,017 passing yards ... had 1,018 yards and 14 TDs on the ground ... played for head coach Keith Walton ... four-year starter with a 33-15 record ... threw for over 5,700 yards and 49 TDs in his career ... also lettered in basketball and golf ... BETA Club ... PERSONAL ...full name is Tyler Patrick Roberson ... born May 26 ,1994 ... son of Paula and Cliff Roberson ... has two younger sisters, Carolina & Emily, and a younger brother, Sam ... undecided on a major

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Tyler Roberson:
"Tyler was in our camp too. He is a big, athletic quarterback. With him and Alejandro both, we were looking for guys that could throw it. I think when you watch Tyler on film, you'll know, he cannot only throw it, but he's got phenomenal athletic ability. He's a great kid. We were very, very excited about him when he was in our camp. When came for the official visit, there was no question that he was the type of quarterback that we were looking for. He held off a few of our competitors towards the end there in the Southern Conference and hung tough with us. Again, I think Tyler is going to be a great addition to our football program."

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Jerkerious Scott - DB - 6-0 - 195 - Fr.-HS - Dawson, Ga. (Terrell County High School)
All-region offensive player of the year at Terrell County High School in Dawson, Ga. ... played for head coach William Huff ... two-time team captain and team MVP ... all-district as a junior ... played quarterback where he rushed for over 1,100 yards and for 600 yards ... made 72 total tackles on defense ... also lettered in baseball, basketball and track & field ... member of the National Honor Society ... all-district in baseball and all-region in track as a junior ... fourth in the state in the 100M and fifth in the state in the 200M ... PERSONAL ... grandson of Patricia Perry ... plans to major in Engineering.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Jerkerious Scott:
"Jerkerious played DB, but most of highlights were on the offensive side of the ball. I've always said when I recruit secondary people, like a DB, that I want somebody that has the ball in their hands, and this guy was electric. He was a really, really good defensive player, and there's no question he can play safety for us or at any level. But I think the thing that excited me was his speed, his fluidness, had the ball in his hands, he was a playmaker. I think he's another one of those that is a sleeper."

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Channing Smith - OL - 6-4 - 280 - So.-TR - Kermit, W.Va. (Marshall)
Transfer from Marshall where he spent the last two seasons ... 2011 graduate of Pike County Central High School in Pikeville, Ky. ... two-time all-state offensive lineman ... led the Hawks to a 12-2 record as a senior ... played for head coach John Chapman ... all-district in baseball and basketball ... Honor Roll ... PERSONAL ...full name is Michael Channing Smith ... born Oct. 14, 1992 ... son of Bruce Smith and Nancy Null ... has four younger brothers, Abe, Ethan, Brody, Trey, and a younger sister, Abby ... majoring in Exercise Physiology.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Channing Smith:
"We're excited to have Channing. He actually went through spring as (Marshall's) starting center. I think the thing we like about him is that he can play multiple positions. I think he can be a tackle, guard, or center for us. He's a nice size offensive lineman. Again, he comes from a really good family, an athletic family. His dad is a basketball coach and a football coach. So we're very excited to have Channing. He's looked very good so far in the weight room, and we're anxious to get him out there on the field in spring practice."

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Alphonso Stewart - WR - 6-3 - 190 - Fr.-HS - Robertsdale, Ala. (Robertsdale HS)
Two-star wide receiver prospect according to Rivals.com ... team MVP at Robertsdale High School in Robertsdale, Ala. ... played for head coach Brian Campbell ... also an all-county honoree in basketball ... Honor Roll ... PERSONAL ...full name is Alphonso Damon Marques Stewart ... born Sept. 15, 1994 ... son of Alphonso and Demetria Stewart ... has two younger sisters, Amirakal and Heavyn, and a younger brother, Isaiah ... father played basketball at Calhoun Community College ... plans to major in Sports Medicine.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Alphonso Stewart:
"We're excited about Alphonso. Coach Healy did an unbelievable job recruiting him, staying on top of him. This guy is an unbelievable wide receiver. I think we got a great addition to our football program. He can run, he's a big body guy. He played quarterback his senior year. Very, very athletic. He reminds me of Terrell Robinson as far as movement and playmaking ability. This kid was pretty heavily recruited. He had some really nice opportunities. He came up here on a visit and really fell in love with Chattanooga. We're excited to have them, and I know he'll do big things here at wide receiver for us."

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Logan Teichmann - OL - 6-4 - 270 - Fr.-HS - Brentwood, Tenn. (Brentwood HS)
Two-star offensive lineman according to Rivals.com ... all-state at Brentwood High School in Brentwood, Tenn. ... played for head coach Mark Pemberton ... led the Bruins to the state playoffs all four years, including back-to-back appearances in the quarterfinals ... 2012 district lineman of the year ... Tennessee Mr. Football Finalist ... two-time all-district ... also lettered in track & field ... PERSONAL ...full name is Logan Russ Teichmann ... son of Jack and Karen Teichmann ... father played football at UTC from 1981-83 ... both parents are UTC grads ... has two older brothers, Kyle and Chase, and a younger brother, Grant ... Chase is a student at UTC ... Undecided on a major.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Logan Teichmann:
"Logan Teichmann is going to be good. Big bodied guy that can move. He had really, really great high school career. The connection started with Jack, his dad. Jack and I played together here at Chattanooga a long time ago. It's always nice when you can get former football player's sons because you know they had a great experience here, and they want their sons to have the same experience here. We think Logan is going to be really good. I think the thing about him is that he's very athletic, big framed, big bodied guy. He'll play offensive tackle for us. He had some opportunities to go elsewhere at the FBS level, and Logan chose Chattanooga. For him to pick us over the other places he picked says a lot about our program and our university just because of the connection he had. We're excited to have Logan, and he'll be a really good player here."."

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Hunter Townson - OL - 6-4 - 280 - Fr.-HS - Ider, Ala. (Ider HS)
Three-time all-county offensive lineman who enrolled at UTC in January 2013 after graduating from Ider High School in Ider, Ala. ... played for head coach Brent Tinker ... all-state as a junior as a defensive end ... also lettered in baseball and basketball ... member of the senior Beta Club and top-10 in his class ... PERSONAL ...full name is Hunter Cole Townson ... born May 13, 1994 ... son of David and Sherri Townson ... has two younger brothers, Chase and Logan ... plans to major in Physical Therapy.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Hunter Townson:
"Hunter is enrolled in school here, going to class, he graduated high school early. Hunter committed to us a while back. I knew he wanted to graduate early. I knew he wanted to get somewhere in the spring. This guy had multiple offers elsewhere and made the decision to come to Chattanooga. Decided to stay local, wanted to be here, wanted to see his family and friends watch him play. I think he's going to be a future star for us, an All-Conference kind of guy. Him having the opportunity to get in here early in the spring will really help him out. It's nice when you can get the really, really good local players. I think Hunter is adjusting well, and we're thrilled to have him."."

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Lucas Webb - DB - 6-1 - 190 - Fr.-HS - Northport, Ala. (Tuscaloosa County HS)
Two-time Outstanding Defensive Back Award winner at Tuscaloosa County High School in Northport, Ala. ... played for head coach Lee Gibson ... three-time Iron Cat Award winner ... named team captain as a senior ... led the Wildcats to a 9-3 mark as a senior in 2012 ... earned the school's Outstanding Senior Award for 2012-13 ... PERSONAL ...full name is Stephen Lucas Webb ... born Feb. 3, 1995 ... son of Stephen and Mary Webb ... has an older brother, Darius ... father played football at Alabama (1987-91) ... plans to major in Business.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Lucas Webb:
"Lucas we watched on film. Very, very athletic. He's got a big range. He's a safety. We're looking for him to play free safety for us. He comes from a great football family. Dad played linebacker at Alabama. We just think Lucas has not come close to tapping his abilities. We think he has the potential to be a really, really good player for us. He can run, he's rangy, and comes from an athletic family. We're very, very fortunate to have him, and I think he's going to be a very good player."

[chattownmocs]

The class wasn't looking so great but Huesman finished with a flurry. Solid class for Chattanooga.

[The Eagle's Cliff]

The class wasn't looking so great but Huesman finished with a flurry. Solid class for Chattanooga.

I guess Tennessee high school football sucks and you guys get the leftovers from Georgia and Alabama?

[citdog]

Add Ben Roberts a DB 5'9 170 from STATESBORO, GA

[chattownmocs]

I guess Tennessee high school football sucks and you guys get the leftovers from Georgia and Alabama?

Certainly not Georgia Southern's leftovers.

[Baldy]

How accurate is ESPN on what schools have offered prospects?
Not sure, but scout and rivals has the same schools listed.

[Baldy]

Certainly not Georgia Southern's leftovers.
Of course not. The ones we don't even consider.

[PaladinFan]

Add Ben Roberts a DB 5'9 170 from STATESBORO, GA

That may be the first time in some while that you've actually used the name of the city.

[chattownmocs]

2 more recent signees. Including the nations all-time receptions leader.

Davis Howell - WR - 6-2 - 190 - Knoxville, Tenn. (Christian Academy)
All-American receiver from Christian Academy of Knoxville in Knoxville, Tenn. ... named 2012 Medium Schools All-American by MaxPreps.com ... national prep career record holder with 358 catches ... led the nation in 2012 with 143 catches ... totaled 1,947 receiving yards and 22 TDs as a senior ... three-time all-state for head coach Rusty Bradley ... two time state champion with a 28-2 record last two seasons ... played in the Tennessee East-West All-Star game ... PERSONAL ...full name is Davis Sears Howell ... born Feb. 19, 1995 ... son of Todd and Leigh Davis ... has an older brother, Walker, and two younger brothers, Nolan and Stewart ... father is the weatherman for Knoxville's NBC affiliate ... played in the Little League World Series as a youth ... plans to major in Business Entrepreneurship.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Davis Howell:
"Davis we've known about for a long time. Obviously a lot of people in the state of Tennessee have known about him. He broke the national high school record for receptions, and I think receiving yards. Again, he brings a toughness and work ethic to the position. Anybody that has that many catches, and has done that many things on the football field, I think will be a tremendous college football player. Again, great work ethic, great family. I was very impressed with his mom and dad when they came on the official visit. We're excited to have him. I think he'll do great things here."


David Morgan - LB - 6-2 - 215 - Fr.-HS - Chattanooga, Tenn. (Cleveland HS)
Two-time all-district at Cleveland High School in Cleveland, Tenn. ... played for head coach Ron Crawford ... played in the Tennessee East-West All-Star game following his senior year ... CHS Linebacker of the Year ... also lettered in basketball and soccer ... PERSONAL ... full name is David Isaiah Morgan .. born Feb. 18, 1995 ... son of Charles and Priscilla Morgan ... has an older brother, Jonathan Adams, who is the Director of Operations for Mocs basketball ... has an older sister, Michelle, who plays volleyball at Salem College ... father played football at Tennessee ... mother played basketball at N.C. State ... plans to major in Education.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on David Morgan:
"We're excited to have David. What a great young man. Really, really good football player. We've seen him, and been around him for a long time. I think he's going to be a great addition for us. He brings something to the table. He's a bigger type of linebacker for us, and anytime you can get those 215s, 220s coming out of high school, that helps you. David is from a very athletic family. When you've got those blood lines, when your mom played college basketball, your father played college football and your brother is a former college basketball player, normally those genes are there, and you'll be really good."

[SU_IT_able]

Samford signed a class of 16. Details at link below...

http://www.samfordsports.com/news/2013/2/6/FB_0206133024.aspx?path=football

[CID1990]

Add Ben Roberts a DB 5'9 170 from STATESBORO, GA


Also add

Jeremiah Cotton, DL, 6-4, 265, Macon, Ga./Mount De Sales

Hugh McFaddin, OL, 6-0, 270, Manning, S.C./Manning

This is the best recruiting class for El Cid I have seen in a long time.

[asumike83]

Full article on the recruiting class: Appalachian State Football Signs 14 to NLIs (http://www.goasu.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=21500&ATCLID=206288273)

State breakdown:

Georgia: 7
South Carolina: 5
North Carolina: 3

Total is 15 because one of the kids enrolled early and is not included in the 14 NLIs received today.

[citdog]

That may be the first time in some while that you've actually used the name of the city.


it's not that kids fault he had to grow up in that ****hole town.

[PaladinFan]

Furman lands 9 two stars and 1 three star player. 10 of the 17 played at the state's highest classification, and only 3 played in classifications smaller than 4A. Seven first team All State selections (up from 2 last year).

Stout class for Fowler and Co.

[theasushow]

We have high expectations for Anthony Covington. 3 stars (1 point away from being a 4 star), had offers from UNC, State, Wake Forest, UVA, Georgia Tech, and Miss State. Hes already on campus too, kid should be a beast at DB.

[CID1990]

We have high expectations for Anthony Covington. 3 stars (1 point away from being a 4 star), had offers from UNC, State, Wake Forest, UVA, Georgia Tech, and Miss State. Hes already on campus too, kid should be a beast at DB.

We'll be sure not to throw his way.

But then we don't throw anybody's way.

[citdog]

We have high expectations for Anthony Covington. 3 stars (1 point away from being a 4 star), had offers from UNC, State, Wake Forest, UVA, Georgia Tech, and Miss State. Hes already on campus too, kid should be a beast at DB.


perhaps he can be the guy who picks up the ball off the ground whilst Bulldogs are celebrating another touchdown.

[chattownmocs]

We have high expectations for Anthony Covington. 3 stars (1 point away from being a 4 star), had offers from UNC, State, Wake Forest, UVA, Georgia Tech, and Miss State. Hes already on campus too, kid should be a beast at DB.

1 point away from being a 2 star

[hapapp]

Full article on the recruiting class: Appalachian State Football Signs 14 to NLIs (http://www.goasu.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=21500&ATCLID=206288273)

State breakdown:

Georgia: 7
South Carolina: 5
North Carolina: 3

Total is 15 because one of the kids enrolled early and is not included in the 14 NLIs received today.

It's actually 16 because Hunter is on scholarship as well.

[CID1990]

1 point away from being a 2 star

Considering Chatty can't beat ASU's 2 and 1 star laden teams I'd say its irrelevant where you are concerned.

[chattownmocs]

Considering Chatty can't beat ASU's 2 and 1 star laden teams I'd say its irrelevant where you are concerned.

Yeah but you girls beat them and we beat yall so its all good.

[CID1990]

Yeah but you girls beat them and we beat yall so its all good.

Says the obsessive troll of all things ASU

[chattownmocs]

Says the obsessive troll of all things ASU

Something else that you stole from some other idiot thqt didnt know what they were talking about? When wIll you get an original thought?

[CID1990]

When wIll you get an original thought?

When will UTC manage a top 3 SoCon finish?

[GATA_GSU]

Is it odd that I'm most excited for Georgia Southern signing a kicker?

[chattownmocs]

When will UTC manage a top 3 SoCon finish?

Are you suggesting that they havent? Looks like another factually incorrect statement you stole from someone else. How ironic.

[Apphole]

When will UTC manage a top 3 SoCon finish?

The same year App wins a SunBelt championship.

[chattownmocs]

The same year App wins a SunBelt championship.

2010?

[theasushow]

1 point away from being a 2 star

Players are given points based on strengths, and then there is a range of points for each star. example 5-8 points=1 star 6-9 points=2 stars 10-14 points= 3 stars, etc. convington was one point away from falling into the 4 star bracket, which is no where near the 2 star bracket. but ill take a 3 star that passed up ACC offers anyday. :)

[chattownmocs]

Players are given points based on strengths, and then there is a range of points for each star. example 5-8 points=1 star 6-9 points=2 stars 10-14 points= 3 stars, etc. convington was one point away from falling into the 4 star bracket, which is no where near the 2 star bracket. but ill take a 3 star that passed up ACC offers anyday. :)

Based on what recruiting site? Your own?

[citdog]

Players are given points based on strengths, and then there is a range of points for each star. example 5-8 points=1 star 6-9 points=2 stars 10-14 points= 3 stars, etc. convington was one point away from falling into the 4 star bracket, which is no where near the 2 star bracket. but ill take a 3 star that passed up ACC offers anyday. :)


http://alifeofstyle.com/storage/starsearch.jpeg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1246130 093855

[Rekdiver]

Woah.....I got to go back and see what Chatty has recruited for another beat down by ASU........

[Rekdiver]

Are you suggesting that they havent? Looks like another factually incorrect statement you stole from someone else. How ironic.

It's so much fun to see chattownmocs have hope every year only to realize that it would be better to cheer for the Chicago Cubs...........

[ASUMountaineer]

Is it odd that I'm most excited for Georgia Southern signing a kicker?

After this season, absolutely not. Good for y'all.

[Rekdiver]

2 more recent signees. Including the nations all-time receptions leader.

Davis Howell - WR - 6-2 - 190 - Knoxville, Tenn. (Christian Academy)
All-American receiver from Christian Academy of Knoxville in Knoxville, Tenn. ... named 2012 Medium Schools All-American by MaxPreps.com ... national prep career record holder with 358 catches ... led the nation in 2012 with 143 catches ... totaled 1,947 receiving yards and 22 TDs as a senior ... three-time all-state for head coach Rusty Bradley ... two time state champion with a 28-2 record last two seasons ... played in the Tennessee East-West All-Star game ... PERSONAL ...full name is Davis Sears Howell ... born Feb. 19, 1995 ... son of Todd and Leigh Davis ... has an older brother, Walker, and two younger brothers, Nolan and Stewart ... father is the weatherman for Knoxville's NBC affiliate ... played in the Little League World Series as a youth ... plans to major in Business Entrepreneurship.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on Davis Howell:
"Davis we've known about for a long time. Obviously a lot of people in the state of Tennessee have known about him. He broke the national high school record for receptions, and I think receiving yards. Again, he brings a toughness and work ethic to the position. Anybody that has that many catches, and has done that many things on the football field, I think will be a tremendous college football player. Again, great work ethic, great family. I was very impressed with his mom and dad when they came on the official visit. We're excited to have him. I think he'll do great things here."


David Morgan - LB - 6-2 - 215 - Fr.-HS - Chattanooga, Tenn. (Cleveland HS)
Two-time all-district at Cleveland High School in Cleveland, Tenn. ... played for head coach Ron Crawford ... played in the Tennessee East-West All-Star game following his senior year ... CHS Linebacker of the Year ... also lettered in basketball and soccer ... PERSONAL ... full name is David Isaiah Morgan .. born Feb. 18, 1995 ... son of Charles and Priscilla Morgan ... has an older brother, Jonathan Adams, who is the Director of Operations for Mocs basketball ... has an older sister, Michelle, who plays volleyball at Salem College ... father played football at Tennessee ... mother played basketball at N.C. State ... plans to major in Education.

Head Coach Russ Huesman on David Morgan:
"We're excited to have David. What a great young man. Really, really good football player. We've seen him, and been around him for a long time. I think he's going to be a great addition for us. He brings something to the table. He's a bigger type of linebacker for us, and anytime you can get those 215s, 220s coming out of high school, that helps you. David is from a very athletic family. When you've got those blood lines, when your mom played college basketball, your father played college football and your brother is a former college basketball player, normally those genes are there, and you'll be really good."

All that is true about David Morgan...except I am 61 years old and went to Appalachian.

[ASUMountaineer]

2010?

Chatty won the SoCon football championship in 2010?

[ASUMountaineer]

Are you suggesting that they havent? Looks like another factually incorrect statement you stole from someone else. How ironic.

When will Chatty win a SoCon football championship in the future? You've said it was going to happen the past two years, but it hasn't. Would you like to go for the hat trick?

[ASUMountaineer]

perhaps he can be the guy who picks up the ball off the ground whilst Bulldogs are celebrating another touchdown.

Weaksauce. xsmhx

[CID1990]

Are you suggesting that they havent? Looks like another factually incorrect statement you stole from someone else. How ironic.

Not a statement, Erkel. It's a question. Questions cannot be factually incorrect.

Chatty hasn't finished in the top three in at least the last decade. They have, however, finished dead last a couple times. That means worse than WCU, El Cid, Sammy and Elon. And if you try to say 2010, I will remind you that the SoCon offerings to the playoffs that year were ASU, GSU, and Wofford.

Heck, Chatty has barely managed to finish ahead of El Cid better than half the time in that same 10 year stretch. That's real powerhouse tradition right there.

[chattownmocs]

Chatty won the SoCon football championship in 2010?

Apparently you guys won the sun belt.

[citdog]

Weaksauce. xsmhx





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IiaEcB9oIM

[Apphole]

Apparently you guys won the sun belt.

Did you have a stoke? What on earth are you talking about?

[chattownmocs]

Did you have a stoke? What on earth are you talking about?

Read the thread. I quoted what I was replying to.

[SpeedkingATL]

The class wasn't looking so great but Huesman finished with a flurry. Solid class for Chattanooga.

Lot's of beef, that's for sure.

[SpeedkingATL]

Is it odd that I'm most excited for Georgia Southern signing a kicker?

I can certainly understand it!

[chattownmocs]

Cid1990...Do some fact checking of your recycled lines.

[ASUMountaineer]

Apparently you guys won the sun belt.

Chatty won the SoCon football championship in 2010?

[ASUMountaineer]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IiaEcB9oIM

Where in the world do you find all of this crap you post? By the way, you should bow.

[CID1990]

Did you have a stoke? What on earth are you talking about?

He's gasping, grasping, whatever.

[CID1990]

Cid1990...Do some fact checking of your recycled lines.

Here's your one-stop shop, Mr. Snopes.

http://www.soconsports.com/standings/Standings.dbml?SPID=1781&DB_OEM_ID=4000

Refute me.

[chattownmocs]

Here's your one-stop shop, Mr. Snopes.

http://www.soconsports.com/standings/Standings.dbml?SPID=1781&DB_OEM_ID=4000

Refute me.

Its not very hard.

[citdog]

Football Knobs Class of 2017.



Tyler Renew, B-Back, 5-11, 205, Columbia, S.C./Ben Lippen

Lettered three times in football, four times in basketball and twice in soccer and track and field at Ben Lippen High School … served as a team captain … capped off a prolific career by rushing for 1,641 yards and 27 touchdowns his senior year and was a member of the all-state team for the second consecutive year … received the team's Most Outstanding Offensive Player Award for the third straight season and was also won the Hardest Working Player Award … rushed for 1,767 yards and 23 touchdowns his junior year and 1,221 yards and 13 scores as a sophomore … his career total of 4,629 rushing yards is a school record and he was named Ben Lippen's Athlete of the Year three times … selected to play in the 2012 Shrine Bowl … state high jump champion and third in state in 100 meter dash in track and field (2012), team's defensive MVP in basketball (2011-12) and offensive player of the year and all-region in soccer (2011) … born Oct. 20, 1994 in Columbia, S.C. … son of Charles and Linda Renew … plans on majoring in health, exercise and sport science.

DeAndre Schoultz, Slot Back, 5-9, 185, Aiken, S.C./South Aiken

DeAndre Schoultz Highlights

Lettered four times in football, six times in track and field and twice in basketball at South Aiken High School … served as a team captain … accounted for 1,600 all-purpose yards and scored six touchdowns while making 50 tackles his senior season … named to the Aiken Standard and Augusta Chronicle first team and all-region and all-state … chosen to play in the North/South All-Star game … selected to the Aiken Standard and Augusta Chronicle all-star teams and the all-region squad as a junior when he had 1,500 all-purpose yards and 12 touchdowns … had 600 all-purpose yards and scored twice as a sophomore and was honorable mention all-region … coached by former Citadel player Jeremy West ('99) … member of the student council and a scholar-athlete … born March 15, 1995 in Aiken, S.C. … son of Alex and Katherine Schoultz … brother Marcus was on the track and field team at Charleston Southern for three years … plans on majoring in business administration.

Taylor Kimball, WR, 6-2, 200, Mount Pleasant, S.C./Wando

Taylor Kimball Highlights

Lettered twice in football and basketball and once in track and field at Wando High School … caught 60 passes for 845 yards and three touchdowns his senior season … named the team's wide receiver MVP and was selected to the Charleston Post & Courier All-Lowcountry and all-region teams and the High School Sports Report all-state squad … helped lead the Warriors to the most wins in school history with 10 and a No. 6 ranking in the final state Class 4A poll … also a member of basketball team that finished 24-3 his junior season … coached by former Citadel player Jimmy Noonan ('92) … born Oct. 1, 1994 in Mount Pleasant, S.C. … son of Stuart Kimball and Jeanne Barreira … plans on majoring in civil engineering.

Jake Riggs, WR, 6-4, 215, Greenville, S.C./J.L. Mann

Jake Riggs Highlights

Lettered twice in football at J.L. Mann High School … served as a team captain … named team's best wide receiver and received the Senior Award in 2012 … member of the National Honor Society his junior and senior years … born March 1, 1995 in Greenville, S.C. … son of Jim and Liz Riggs … one of a set of triplets which includes sister Abby and brother Zach who will be playing football at Clemson this fall … father played football at Clemson from 1982-86 and spent seven seasons in the NFL as a tight end with the Bengals (1987-92) and Redskins (1993) … an uncle, Matt Riggs, was on the Clemson football team from 1984-87 … plans on majoring in business administration.

Malik Diggs, DB, 6-1, 180, Laurinburg, N.C./Scotland

Malik Diggs Highlights

Lettered in football and track and field at Scotland High School … served as a team captain … named team's defensive back of the year as well as all-conference and all-region his senior year when his team won the conference championship… chosen to play in the Shrine Bowl … played on a 15-0 Class 4A state title team his junior year … helped freshman team go 6-0 in 2009 and junior varsity team post a perfect 10-0 record the following year … standout on the track, finishing sixth at the state meet in the 55 meter hurdles and eighth in the 110 hurdles while qualifying in the 300 hurdles his junior season … received the Most Improved Award on the track team as a sophomore … born Oct. 23, 1994 in Southern Pines, N.C. … son of Brenton Scott Diggs and Shequeta Fripp … plans on majoring in electrical engineering.

Jeremiah Cotton, DL, 6-4, 265, Macon, Ga./Mount De Sales

Jeremiah Cotton Highlights

Lettered three times in football, twice in track and field and once in wrestling at Mount De Sales … named all-region each of his three seasons and was selected to the All-Middle Georgia team as a junior and senior and the all-state team following his final high school campaign … helped team win 10 games and advance to the third round of the playoffs in 2010 and seven victories and another playoff berth the following season … placed third in the region and fifth in the state in wrestling as a junior … sings in school choir and has participated in concerts in France … went on a mission trip to Honduras to build a playground for an orphanage … born on Jan. 24, 1995 in Queens, N.Y. … son of Ronnie and Deirtre Cotton … father is a Sergeant Major in the U.S. Army and mother is a pastor … plans on majoring in athletic training.

Hugh McFaddin, OL, 6-0, 270, Manning, S.C./Manning

Hugh McFaddin Highlights

Lettered four times in football, three times in track and field and twice in tennis at Manning High School … served as a team captain … named to the all-region team and was the Sumter Item Scholar-Athlete of the Year his senior season … also honored as the team's outstanding player of the year as a freshman … team won 10 games and reached the Lower State championship game in each of his first two seasons … coached by former Citadel player Robbie Briggs ('93) … member of the A/B Honor Roll and is a 4.13 and above GPA honor student … serves as president of student body … born Nov. 2, 1994 in Manning, S.C. … son of Susan McFaddin … grandfather, Daniel Bowden Shine Jr. was a boxer at The Citadel and his cousin, Rusty Holt, was a member of the Bulldogs' football and track and field teams … plans on majoring in business administration.

Ben Roberts, DB, 5-9, 170, Statesboro, Ga./Statesboro

Ben Roberts Highlights

Lettered in football and baseball at Statesboro High School … intercepted four passes and was named to the all-region team his senior season … also earned all-region accolades as a member of the baseball team his junior year … will be an honor graduate … born Oct. 17, 1994 in Statesboro, Ga. … son of Lenwood and Gloria Roberts … plans on majoring in business administration.

Jorian Jordan, WR, 6-0, 165, Charlotte, N.C./Mallard Creek

Jorian Jordan Highlights

Lettered three times in football and track and field at Mallard Creek High School … served as a team captain … led team with 42 receptions for 947 yards and 12 touchdowns his senior season … qualified for the state meet in the long jump as a junior … member of the National Honor Society … born Nov. 30, 1994 in Burlington, N.C. … son of Quentin Brown and Tamara Jordan … plans on majoring in sports management.

Cam Jackson, QB, 6-2, 185, Mobile, Ala./Davidson

Cam Jackson Highlights

Lettered all four years in football and track and field and once in baseball at Davidson High School … served as a team captain … rushed for 1,204 yards (7.8 yards per carry) and 13 touchdowns while completing 106 of 151 passes (70.2 percent) for 1,105 yards and six scores his senior year … gained 699 yards and scored five touchdowns on the ground and threw for 365 yards and a score as a junior … member of team that advanced to the state semifinals in 2010 and was ranked third in final state Class 6A poll … helped lead Davidson to final rankings of ninth in 2011 and sixth as a senior in 2012 … starred in track and field, winning sectional titles in the 300 meter hurdles and 100 meter dash in 2012 while finishing third and fifth, respectively, in those events at the state meet … member of the A/B Honor Roll … born Oct. 18, 1994 in Mobile, Ala. … son of Donatta Jackson and stepson of Victor Summers … plans on majoring in civil engineering.

Tevin Floyd, LB, 6-1, 225, Tallahassee, Fla./Florida High

Tevin Floyd Highlights

Lettered in football, basketball, track and field and weightlifting at Florida High … served as a team captain … his senior year he repeated as a second team all-state selection after making 112 tackles including 84 solo stops, 14 tackles for loss, six sacks and four forced fumbles … recorded 120 tackles with 12 coming behind the line of scrimmage and six sacks his junior season when he was selected first team All-Big Bend, second team all-state and the Tallahassee Quarterback Club Defensive Player of the Year … chosen to play in the North Florida All-Star game in 2012 and was the MVP … had a total of 296 tackles in his four-year career … honored as a scholar-athlete of the year in 2011 and 2012 … born July 24, 1995 in Tallahassee, Fla. … son of Timothy and Wilonda Floyd … plans on majoring in engineering.

Jantzen Jeffrey, QB, 6-1, 200, Cumming, Ga./South Forsyth

Jantzen Jeffrey Highlights

Lettered four times in football, twice in track and field and once in baseball at South Forsyth High School … served as a team captain and was named second team all-region his senior season … that year he rushed for 820 yards and nearly 10 yards per carry while scoring 16 touchdowns and added 118 completions in 163 attempts (72.4 percent) for 1,515 yards … chosen honorable mention all-region as a junior … started at three different positions – wide receiver, tight end and defensive back – his sophomore campaign … member of school-record 4x100 meter relay team that was county champion and runners-up at region meet … born Sept. 8, 1994 in Atlanta, Ga. … son of Brian and Kim Jeffrey … father played football at Georgia Southwestern … plans on majoring in sports management.

Nick Jeffreys, TE, 6-3, 235, Oklahoma City, Okla./Bishop McGuinness

Nick Jeffreys Highlights

Lettered three times in football … served as a team captain his senior season … had 11 catches for 188 yards and two touchdowns while making 185 tackles, six sacks and an interception as a linebacker … named to The Oklahoman All-Big City first team and honorable mention all-state … helped team reach the Class 5A state semifinals in 2011 and 2012 … member of the National Honor Society … born Nov. 17, 1994 in Muskogee, Okla. … son of John and Susan Jeffreys … plans on majoring in civil engineering.

Isaiah Pinson, OL, 6-3, 240, Wellford, S.C./Byrnes

Isaiah Pinson Highlights

Lettered three times in football and once in track and field and wrestling … served as a team captain … selected to the all-region and Class 4A Division I all-state team his senior year … received the ESPN HAWG Tough Lineman of the Week Award following the season opener in 2012 and was chosen to play in the Shrine Bowl … named the junior varsity offensive lineman of the year the previous season … was coached at Byrnes by Citadel All-American Lance Hansen ('92) … member of team that went 25-5 and won state titles in 2010 and 2011 … earned spot on region all-academic team his senior year … born April 25, 1995 in Fairfax County, Va. … son of Reko and Nathawan Pinson … plans on majoring in psychology.

DeVonta Delaney, DB, 6-1, 180, Seabrook, S.C./Whale Branch

DeVonta Delaney Highlights

Lettered four times each in football, basketball and baseball and twice in track and field at Whale Branch Early College High School … served as a team captain his senior year when he caught 35 passes for 899 yards and 14 touchdowns, returned two punts for scores and intercepted three passes his senior season … named the Region 5A Wide Receiver and Offensive Player of the Year and was selected to play in the North/South All-Star game … made 27 receptions for 512 yards and seven touchdowns and picked off two passes his junior year … earned all-region and region wide receiver of the year accolades for the first time in his career … caught passes for 182 yards and three touchdowns as a sophomore … all-region and all-area selection in basketball and baseball during the 2011-12 school year and a gold medalist in the 4x100 meter relay when his team won the Class A state championship … member of the National Honor Society … born Feb. 20, 1995 in Beaufort, S.C. … son of Leslie Bing … plans on majoring in engineering.

Forrest Barnes, Slot Back, 5-11, 185, Cranberry Township, Pa./Seneca Valley

Forrest Barnes Highlights

Lettered three times in football and indoor track and field, four times in outdoor track and field and once in basketball at Seneca Valley High School … served as a team captain … scored 30 touchdowns his senior season and was named first team all-conference, second team all-state and a member of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette North Xtra Fabulous 22 squad … chosen to play in the Big 33 all-star game … tallied 19 touchdowns and was on the all-conference first team and the Fabulous 22 unit his junior year and was honorable mention all-conference after scoring 10 times as a sophomore … finished eighth in the 100 meter dash at last spring's outdoor state track and field meet and holds school records in both the 100 (10.76) and 200 (21.79) … qualified for the state meet in each of his first three high school seasons … member of the honor roll … born March 22, 1995 in Atlanta, Ga. … son of Rufus Barnes and Stephanie Barnes-Jones … plans on majoring in sports management and administration.

Ryan Bednar, OL, 6-1, 280, Glassport, Pa./South Allegheny

Ryan Bednar Highlights

Lettered four times in football and once in track and field … served as a team captain his senior year … started all four seasons … had 80 tackles with 16 sacks and three forced fumbles as a senior and was named first team all-conference at both offensive guard and defensive tackles … chosen to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Dynamic 33 all-area team at both positions as well … the Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association tabbed him of the Hot 100 prospects in the state entering the 2012 campaign … named second team all-conference at center and defensive tackle his junior year when he made 57 tackles and seven sacks … class president each of the past three years and vice president as a freshman … member of the honor roll … born Jan. 27, 1995 in Glassport, Pa. … son of Robert and Deborah Bednar … plans on majoring in business administration.

Rudder Brown, WR, 6-4, 210, Mount Pleasant, S.C./Wando

Rudder Brown Highlights

Lettered twice in football and track and field and once in basketball at Wando High School … served as a team captain and was selected team's wide receiver and offensive MVP … caught 51 passes for 875 yards and 12 touchdowns his senior season … named to the Charleston Post & Courier All-Lowcountry Team, the all-region squad and the High School Sports Report all-state team … participated in the North/South All-Star game … helped lead the Warriors to the most wins in school history with 10 and a No. 6 ranking in the final state Class 4A poll … had 15 receptions covering 300 yards and scored four times as a junior … coached by former Citadel player Jimmy Noonan ('92) ... earned a place on the Honor Roll the second semester of his junior year … born Aug. 14, 1995 in Mount Pleasant, S.C. … son of Howard and Deb Brown … plans on majoring in business administration.

Tyus Carter, DB, 6-0, 170, Birmingham, Ala./Shades Valley

Tyus Carter Highlights

Lettered in football and track and field at Shades Valley High School … served as a team captain … had better than 40 tackles and broke up 10 passes with one interception his senior season … helped team reach state playoffs … member of the A and A/B honor rolls during his high school career … born March 5, 1995 in Birmingham, Ala. … son of Terry Hamilton and Ewana Carter … plans on majoring in biology.

Jonathan Dorogy, Slot Back, 5-8, 180, Harmony, Pa./Seneca Valley

Jonathan Dorogy Highlights

Lettered three times in football and baseball and four times in track and field at Seneca Valley High School … served as a team captain his senior year and was named first team all-conference, all-county and all-state as well as a member of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Fabulous 22 squad … caught 40 passes for 689 yards, rushed for 399 yards, accounted for 1,433 all-purpose yards and scored 11 touchdowns … also made 43 tackles with 5.5 tackles for loss, one sack, three interceptions, four forced and four recovered fumbles … chosen first team all-conference and all-county as a junior … helped team go 10-2 and reach the semifinals of the state playoffs his senior year … first team all-conference in baseball and member of back-to-back WPIAL championship teams … holds school record and placed fifth at the state meet in the 60 meter dash his junior year … member of the Highest Honor Roll all four years and the National Honor Society … born Sept. 16, 1994 in Pittsburgh, Pa. … son of David and Kathy Dorogy … once featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno … plans on majoring in civil engineering.

Devan Robbins, Slot Back, 5-11, 175, Belmont, N.C./South Point

Devan Robbins Highlights

Lettered in football and track and field at South Point High School … served as a team captain … named to the all-conference team and was the Big 22 Player of the Year his senior season … also selected to the all-conference team his sophomore and junior years and was the MVP of the junior varsity football team as a freshman … member of 2009 state championship team and four-time conference titlist … finished fourth in the 200 meters and fifth in the 100 meters at the state track meet his junior year … earned scholar-athlete honors each of his final three high school seasons … born Aug. 15, 1995 in Gastonia, N.C. … son of Keith and Charlene Robbins … plans on majoring in civil engineering.

Jake Smith, DL, 6-5, 225, Greenville, S.C./Greenville

Jake Smith Highlights

Lettered four times in football and once in track and field … served as a team captain … recorded 62 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and 10 sacks his senior year and was named to the all-county, all-region and Class 3A all-state team .. .selected to play in the North/South All-Star game … member of team that captured three Peach Blossom Region championships … born July 21, 1995 … son of Michael and Julie Smith … plans on majoring in business administration.

Will Vanvick, Punter, 5-11, 170, Greenville, S.C./J.L. Mann

Will Vanvick Highlights

Lettered three times in football and also played on the golf team … served as a team captain … named first team all-county and all-region for the second straight time after enjoying a perfect season on his extra point attempts his senior year … received the team's Special Teams Impact Player Award as a sophomore … member of the National Honor Society … born Dec. 30, 1994 in Greenville, S.C. … son of Scott and Helen Vanvick … relatives graduating from The Citadel include his father (Class of 1980), an uncle (1976) and brother (2011) … plans on majoring in business administration.

[CID1990]

Its not very hard.

Is that what your cousin said in the barn?

Go ahead, tell us when UTC has had a top 3 finish in the last decade. Or, just continue to flail.

Shirley the effing Power Ranger Ninjas of all of college football have been able to manage a top 3 finish since you were in kindergarten.

[chattownmocs]

Is that what your cousin said in the barn?

Go ahead, tell us when UTC has had a top 3 finish in the last decade. Or, just continue to flail.

Shirley the effing Power Ranger Ninjas of all of college football have been able to manage a top 3 finish since you were in kindergarten.

You look so stupid right now. Its very recent.

[asumike83]

Is that what your cousin said in the barn?

Go ahead, tell us when UTC has had a top 3 finish in the last decade. Or, just continue to flail.

Shirley the effing Power Ranger Ninjas of all of college football have been able to manage a top 3 finish since you were in kindergarten.

He is referring to 2010, when UTC finished in a 3-way tie for 3rd place with Elon and Georgia Southern. They were all 1-1 head-to-head but GSU had the best overall record, got the SoCon's third playoff spot and made a run to the semifinals.

Were they the third best team in the SoCon? No way, but they did technically finish in a tie for third in the standings.

[CID1990]

He is referring to 2010, when UTC finished in a 3-way tie for 3rd place with Elon and Georgia Southern. They were all 1-1 head-to-head but GSU had the best overall record, got the SoCon's third playoff spot and made a run to the semifinals.

Were they the third best team in the SoCon? No way, but they did technically finish in a tie for third in the standings.

I know. That's why I already mentioned 2010 in the earlier post. It is still not a top 3 finish when there are 3 teams ahead of you... even with theoretical math.

[ASUMountaineer]

Its not very hard.

That was clever and fascinating. Please continue...

[CID1990]

You look so stupid right now. Its very recent.

Hmm lets see:

GSU
ASU
Wofford
UTC

Best finish in YEARS for the most powerful force in the universe, and #4.

[chattownmocs]

Hmm lets see:

GSU
ASU
Wofford
UTC

Best finish in YEARS for the most powerful force in the universe, and #4.

Wrong...again.

[CID1990]

Wrong...again.

Oh sorry- did I switch around the actual top three?

My bad


How's this?

ASU
Wofford
GSU
UTC

Or how bout this

Wofford
GSU
ASU
UTC

Funny, UTC seems to keep coming up #4.

[ASUMountaineer]

Oh sorry- did I switch around the actual top three?

My bad


How's this?

ASU
Wofford
GSU
UTC

Or how bout this

Wofford
GSU
ASU
UTC

Funny, UTC seems to keep coming up #4.

You forgot the most telling stat, CID--moral victories. If you include moral victories, then Chatty has dominated the SoCon for at least 5 straight seasons. xnodx

[CID1990]

You forgot the most telling stat, CID--moral victories. If you include moral victories, then Chatty has dominated the SoCon for at least 5 straight seasons. xnodx

Crap.

NOW I know what Chattown is talking about.

If the playoff selection committee starts taking those moral victories into account, UTC will play themselves 3 times before meeting the Bison in Frisco.

[chattownmocs]

Chattanooga finished 3rd in 2010. You are really really dumb to carry on this far with your ignorance.

[CID1990]

Chattanooga finished 3rd in 2010. You are really really dumb to carry on this far with your ignorance.

Where's your playoff appearance?

GSU ASU Wofford.... chirp chirp chirp

[Saint3333]

http://www.soconsports.com/fls/4000/socon/stats/football/2010/confsked.htm

UTC was tied for 3rd in 2010 with GSU and Elon, but the tie breaker would go to who beat the #1 team (GSU beat App) and then to points allowed (UTC gave up the most). So after tie breakers UTC finished 5th.

But hey let's carryon with just believing Chattown vs. looking at the facts. Hey Chattown would you still like to claim UTC has the most SoCon championships overall?

[CID1990]

http://www.soconsports.com/fls/4000/socon/stats/football/2010/confsked.htm

UTC was tied for 3rd in 2010 with GSU and Elon, but the tie breaker would go to who beat the #1 team (GSU beat App) and then to points allowed (UTC gave up the most). So after tie breakers UTC finished 5th.

But hey let's carryon with just believing Chattown vs. looking at the facts. Hey Chattown would you still like to claim UTC has the most SoCon championships overall?

Here's the measure of the powerhousedness of UTC:

Last went to playoffs: 1984 (when Chattown was still just a poopy stain)

Since that time:

The Citadel has been to the playoffs 3 times (running into GSU in the first round twice, unfortunately)
The Citadel has actually won a playoff game
The Citadel has won a SoCon championship
The Citadel has held a #1 ranking in the I-AA
The Citadel has won 6 GAMES vs FBS opponents, two of which are current SEC members

All this from little ole El Cid, outshining UTC since before Chattown knew how to spell "underachievement".

[ASUMountaineer]

http://www.soconsports.com/fls/4000/socon/stats/football/2010/confsked.htm

UTC was tied for 3rd in 2010 with GSU and Elon, but the tie breaker would go to who beat the #1 team (GSU beat App) and then to points allowed (UTC gave up the most). So after tie breakers UTC finished 5th.

But hey let's carryon with just believing Chattown vs. looking at the facts. Hey Chattown would you still like to claim UTC has the most SoCon championships overall?

I'm enjoying watching the UTC World Beaters' poster boy brag about tying for third place two years ago...which was the highest they have finished since Huesman became coach. Not to mention, no conference titles since Ronald Reagan last won election. EVERYONE SHOULD FEAR THE MOCS! xlolx

[ASUMountaineer]

Here's the measure of the powerhousedness of UTC:

Last went to playoffs: 1984 (when Chattown was still just a poopy stain)

Since that time:

The Citadel has been to the playoffs 3 times (running into GSU in the first round twice, unfortunately)
The Citadel has actually won a playoff game
The Citadel has won a SoCon championship
The Citadel has held a #1 ranking in the I-AA
The Citadel has won 6 GAMES vs FBS opponents, two of which are current SEC members

All this from little ole El Cid, outshining UTC since before Chattown knew how to spell "underachievement".

xlolx

[chattownmocs]

http://www.soconsports.com/fls/4000/socon/stats/football/2010/confsked.htm

UTC was tied for 3rd in 2010 with GSU and Elon, but the tie breaker would go to who beat the #1 team (GSU beat App) and then to points allowed (UTC gave up the most). So after tie breakers UTC finished 5th.

But hey let's carryon with just believing Chattown vs. looking at the facts. Hey Chattown would you still like to claim UTC has the most SoCon championships overall?

There is no such tie breaker. They finished in a 3 way tie for 3rd. period.

[Saint3333]

Really then how did they decide which team got the autobid for the playoffs this year when there was a three way tie? That tiebreaker by your logic would only apply to first place ties? Can I come live in your world?

There are tiebreaker rules you just don't like the results.

Once again you continue to dig a hole even after facts are brought to the table. Post away chattown, I'm like your snopes.com.

[chattownmocs]

Yes it is a fact that chattanooga finished better than 4th in 2010. They finished t3rd. Thats not an opinion that is a fact. Of course there is no tie breaker for 3rd place.

[HappyAppy]

The wording was "When will UTC manage a top 3 SoCon finish?"

You finished behind two teams and tied with two others. If you want to take out the tiebreaker, and say that three teams that tied for third are all equal, fine. You tied for third in the conference but you did not "manage a top 3 finish" when there are four teams that had an equal or better record. Five teams can't finish in the top three of the SoCon.

[chattownmocs]

The wording was "When will UTC manage a top 3 SoCon finish?"

You finished behind two teams and tied with two others. If you want to take out the tiebreaker, and say that three teams that tied for third are all equal, fine. You tied for third in the conference but you did not "manage a top 3 finish" when there are four teams that had an equal or better record. Five teams can't finish in the top three of the SoCon.

The 3rd place is tied. what do you not understand about the word tied?

[DoWe]

The 3rd place is tied. what do you not understand about the word tied?
That the team behind you finished 6th out of 9. That makes any claim to 3rd dubious at best.

[chattownmocs]

It makes it absolutely factual. 3rd place is not vacated. 4th and 5th are. Thats how it works. We all know how it works.

[Saint3333]

5th after tiebreakers.

[DoWe]

It makes it absolutely factual. 3rd place is not vacated. 4th and 5th are. Thats how it works. We all know how it works.
What we all know is you live in your own warped reality.

[PaladinFan]

Go take it outside guys.

[DoWe]

Go take it outside guys.

Stay out the kitchen if it's too hot for your furpleness.

[CID1990]

It makes it absolutely factual. 3rd place is not vacated. 4th and 5th are. Thats how it works. We all know how it works.

So basically, UTC and the other two had just enough money for one hooker. UTC was the one left running the car to keep it warm while the other two got sloppy in the alley. So you paid but got no play. That's called 5th place, but call it like you like it, I guess.

[PaladinFan]

Stay out the kitchen if it's too hot for your furpleness.

Oh, it is not too hot. I just figured App fans and chattown would have gotten bored nitpicking and rehashing the same nonsense on every SoCon-related thread since 2011. Appears I was wrong.

[DoWe]

Oh, it is not too hot. I just figured App fans and chattown would have gotten bored nitpicking and rehashing the same nonsense on every SoCon-related thread since 2011. Appears I was wrong.
Actually I think you were asking this thread move in a direction more to your liking. That's sorta whiny, wouldn't you agree?

[cbarrier90]

*Sigh* Another decent thread derailed by the tag-team of Chattown and Citdog... :(

[citdog]

*Sigh* Another decent thread derailed by the tag-team of Chattown and Citdog... :(


Child PLEASE. I haven't posted in this thread in a couple of pages.......


when does that presser begin? i want to make sure my media credentials are in order.

[CID1990]

Child PLEASE. I haven't posted in this thread in a couple of pages.......


when does that presser begin? i want to make sure my media credentials are in order.

Apparently we are indistinguishable when our pants are on

[CID1990]

We added James? Julius of Orlando. CB, with offer from Pitt.

[citdog]

We added James? Julius of Orlando. CB, with offer from Pitt.


nice. I was wondering if Pitt made a late push for him.

[AppMan]

Jorian Jordan, WR, 6-0, 165, Charlotte, N.C./Mallard Cre

Cam Jackson, QB, 6-2, 185, Mobile, Ala./Davidson
Tevin Floyd, LB, 6-1, 225, Tallahassee, Fla./Florida High

Jantzen Jeffrey, QB, 6-1, 200, Cumming, Ga./South Forsyth

Nick Jeffreys, TE, 6-3, 235, Oklahoma City, Okla./Bishop McGuinness

Isaiah Pinson, OL, 6-3, 240, Wellford, S.C./Byrnes

DeVonta Delaney, DB, 6-1, 180, Seabrook, S.C./Whale Branch

Forrest Barnes, Slot Back, 5-11, 185, Cranberry Township, Pa./Seneca Valley

Ryan Bednar, OL, 6-1, 280, Glassport, Pa./South Allegheny

Rudder Brown, WR, 6-4, 210, Mount Pleasant, S.C./Wando

Tyus Carter, DB, 6-0, 170, Birmingham, Ala./Shades Valley

Jonathan Dorogy, Slot Back, 5-8, 180, Harmony, Pa./Seneca Valley

Devan Robbins, Slot Back, 5-11, 175, Belmont, N.C./South Point

Jake Smith, DL, 6-5, 225, Greenville, S.C./Greenville

Will Vanvick, Punter, 5-11, 170, Greenville, S.C./J.L. Mann


Their details are here: http://citadelsports.com/sports/fball/2012-13/releases/2013020674i4y2

We managed to poach a couple from FBS teams, AFA most notably. The PA-Higgins connection is definitely apparent.

Still waiting on a few LOIs.

The Robbins kid is a steal. I'm a South Point grad, went to school with the head coach and have watched Devan's career. You guys are going to be thrilled with him. The kid is a legit 4.33 flyer, solid student, yes sir no sir young man who comes from a great family. He didn't have a lot of yards since SP's offense features the FB, but he catches the ball well and if he gets a step he is gone. Devan was being recruited by Ga Tech, but due to some mis-communication between the school's academic counselor & GT it was discovered late he was short a specific core course. ASU said they wanted to sign 2 RB's but after losing Lincoln Stewart to Wofford and the SP HC telling me GT was out of the picture I tried my best to get ASU to look at him. Left phone messages with Scott Satterfield and emailed ASU's recruiting coordinator Scott Sloan. Never got a response from either. Oh well, ASU's loss is your gain. Sure would like to have seen Devan's 4.3 speed on the turf at KBS.

[SU DOG]

Samford has lots of STARS, and it is thought to be one of our very best, if not THE best class ever(isn't everybody's today?) I'll spare you most of the accolades. A relatively small class since Samford has lots of returnees.

In alphabetical order:

JonAshley Amison - OL, 6-6, 260 Elba HS AL - Big mobile OL. All-State Honorable Mention.

Royus Amos - OL, 6-6, 280 Deerfield Beach HS FL - Mountain of an OL. Coaches thrilled to get him. FAU and Ark State were in the mix, and reportedly App State offered. Florida asked for a last minute official visit, but Amos decided against it.

Jamerson Blount - FS, 6-1, 170, Lincoln HS Tallahassee FL - First Team All-State Class 7A Florida, and a Rivals 2**. Had offers from FIU and App State.

Justin Cooper - LB, 6-2, 213, Fort Lauderdale FL - All-State and a Rivals 3*** out of high school. Cooper is a xfer from Texas Tech and is already enrolled at Samford.

Troy Forrest - TE, 6-4, 230, Cullman HS AL - Tall, strong TE who had 59 catches for 7 TDs. Three sport letterman.

Karel Hamilton - WR, 6-1, 180, Strawberry Crest HS, Valrico FL - Second Team All-State 6A. Plant City Observer POY. More good FL talent.

Jared Holloway - DE, 6-0, 275, St. Paul's HS, Mobile AL - First Team All-State, and a 2** on Rivals, Scout and 247. Offers from AFA, Army, others.

Ryan Hughes - OL, 6-5, 285, Plainview HS, Rainsville AL - Coaches expect Hughes to be a muscled 300+ OL in time. Had offers from JSU and Murray State.

Jamie Major - LB, 6-2, 224, Piedmont HS AL - Three Year All-State player, 3*** on 247, 2** on Rivals and Scout. Offers from WKU, JSU, La Lafayette, and others.

Albert Mitchell - QB, 6-3, 190, CPA Nashville TN - All-State in TN. Passed for 2,117 his Sr. year, and rated 2** on Rivals, 247 and Scout.

Drew Pederson - QB, 6-3, 195, Moorestown HS NJ - He was getting interest from several FBS schools after his Jr. year, but an injury robbed him of his Sr. campaign. Good DNA, as his dad, Doug, is the OC for the Chiefs, and spent several years in the NFL. May be a real steal for Samford. Preferred walk-on I think.

Sam Pettway - S, 6-0, 180 UMS-Wright HS, Mobile AL - All-State player for the last 2 years, who is a 2** on Scout and 247. Offers from Tulane, Marshall, and others.

Michael Pierce - DE, 6-0, 275 Daphne AL - Transfer from Tulane, already enrolled. Was MVP of the 6A state championship game against Hoover his Sr.year. Was named to the C-USA All-Fr. Team. A 2** Rivals and First Team All-State out of high school. This guy is a terror

Connor Rafferty - OL, 6-3, 285 Robinson HS, Tampa FL - Second Team All-State. A powerful OL who is a 3*** Scout, and a 2** Rivals and 247. Offers from La Tech, Buffalo, and (re-offered) from South Florida.

Javian Ramson - WR 6-2, 205 Muscle Shoals HS, AL. A 2** on Rivals, Scout, and 247. Big strong receiver who was offered by MTSU, La Tech, and others.

Terrell Woods - DL, 6-2, 240 Boaz HS AL - All-State player and Scout 2** who was offered by JSU and Southern Miss.

[SpeedkingATL]

Samford has lots of STARS, and it is thought to be one of our very best, if not THE best class ever(isn't everybody's today?) I'll spare you most of the accolades. A relatively small class since Samford has lots of returnees.

In alphabetical order:

JonAshley Amison - OL, 6-6, 260 Elba HS AL - Big mobile OL. All-State Honorable Mention.

Royus Amos - OL, 6-6, 280 Deerfield Beach HS FL - Mountain of an OL. Coaches thrilled to get him. FAU and Ark State were in the mix, and reportedly App State offered. Florida asked for a last minute official visit, but Amos decided against it.

Jamerson Blount - FS, 6-1, 170, Lincoln HS Tallahassee FL - First Team All-State Class 7A Florida, and a Rivals 2**. Had offers from FIU and App State.

Justin Cooper - LB, 6-2, 213, Fort Lauderdale FL - All-State and a Rivals 3*** out of high school. Cooper is a xfer from Texas Tech and is already enrolled at Samford.

Troy Forrest - TE, 6-4, 230, Cullman HS AL - Tall, strong TE who had 59 catches for 7 TDs. Three sport letterman.

Karel Hamilton - WR, 6-1, 180, Strawberry Crest HS, Valrico FL - Second Team All-State 6A. Plant City Observer POY. More good FL talent.

Jared Holloway - DE, 6-0, 275, St. Paul's HS, Mobile AL - First Team All-State, and a 2** on Rivals, Scout and 247. Offers from AFA, Army, others.

Ryan Hughes - OL, 6-5, 285, Plainview HS, Rainsville AL - Coaches expect Hughes to be a muscled 300+ OL in time. Had offers from JSU and Murray State.

Jamie Major - LB, 6-2, 224, Piedmont HS AL - Three Year All-State player, 3*** on 247, 2** on Rivals and Scout. Offers from WKU, JSU, La Lafayette, and others.

Albert Mitchell - QB, 6-3, 190, CPA Nashville TN - All-State in TN. Passed for 2,117 his Sr. year, and rated 2** on Rivals, 247 and Scout.

Drew Pederson - QB, 6-3, 195, Moorestown HS NJ - He was getting interest from several FBS schools after his Jr. year, but an injury robbed him of his Sr. campaign. Good DNA, as his dad, Doug, is the OC for the Chiefs, and spent several years in the NFL. May be a real steal for Samford. Preferred walk-on I think.

Sam Pettway - S, 6-0, 180 UMS-Wright HS, Mobile AL - All-State player for the last 2 years, who is a 2** on Scout and 247. Offers from Tulane, Marshall, and others.

Michael Pierce - DE, 6-0, 275 Daphne AL - Transfer from Tulane, already enrolled. Was MVP of the 6A state championship game against Hoover his Sr.year. Was named to the C-USA All-Fr. Team. A 2** Rivals and First Team All-State out of high school. This guy is a terror

Connor Rafferty - OL, 6-3, 285 Robinson HS, Tampa FL - Second Team All-State. A powerful OL who is a 3*** Scout, and a 2** Rivals and 247. Offers from La Tech, Buffalo, and (re-offered) from South Florida.

Javian Ramson - WR 6-2, 205 Muscle Shoals HS, AL. A 2** on Rivals, Scout, and 247. Big strong receiver who was offered by MTSU, La Tech, and others.

Terrell Woods - DL, 6-2, 240 Boaz HS AL - All-State player and Scout 2** who was offered by JSU and Southern Miss.

Looks like Sammy will continue to have the biggest offensive line in the SoCon.

[Reign of Terrier]

I love how the recruiting sites and the folks who supposedly know better (such as Southern Pigskin) always has Wofford ranked towards the bottom in terms of recruiting classes, but we consistently finish in the top 3 in the Socon for most of the past decade and with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.

For instance, I'm certain that Furman has been consistently better on paper than we have in terms of recruitment with teams with stars, etc in the last few years but they have no playoff appearances or championships to show for it. the same can go for Western and Chattanooga.

This isn't a knock on said teams, I just think that the whole comparing of recruiting classes is bologna at this level.

[citdog]

with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.


Deer Antler Spray?

[Saint3333]

Wofford plays a style of offense and defense that allows them to be successful vs. what some consider "more talented or athletic".

They do an excellent job recruiting their type of player and playing a disciplined brand of football. On paper Wofford doesn't have a top three class in the SoCon but I'd wager they finish in the top 3 two out of the next three years.

[CID1990]

The Robbins kid is a steal. I'm a South Point grad, went to school with the head coach and have watched Devan's career. You guys are going to be thrilled with him. The kid is a legit 4.33 flyer, solid student, yes sir no sir young man who comes from a great family. He didn't have a lot of yards since SP's offense features the FB, but he catches the ball well and if he gets a step he is gone. Devan was being recruited by Ga Tech, but due to some mis-communication between the school's academic counselor & GT it was discovered late he was short a specific core course. ASU said they wanted to sign 2 RB's but after losing Lincoln Stewart to Wofford and the SP HC telling me GT was out of the picture I tried my best to get ASU to look at him. Left phone messages with Scott Satterfield and emailed ASU's recruiting coordinator Scott Sloan. Never got a response from either. Oh well, ASU's loss is your gain. Sure would like to have seen Devan's 4.3 speed on the turf at KBS.

I knew there was a GT connection with this kid, but you knew a lot more detail than I did. Thanks for the info.

I'm tickled with this recruiting class. Coach Higgins seems to have hit his stride on recruiting and is getting some really good kids that are not only athletic, but also will fit in at El Cid ( which hopefully means less washouts during knob year). We seem to have snagged a lot of kids who had FBS offers. We also got a few who have TO experience in high school, including a QB who I believe was offered by Air Force.

[Skjellyfetti]

I love how the recruiting sites and the folks who supposedly know better (such as Southern Pigskin) always has Wofford ranked towards the bottom in terms of recruiting classes, but we consistently finish in the top 3 in the Socon for most of the past decade and with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.

For instance, I'm certain that Furman has been consistently better on paper than we have in terms of recruitment with teams with stars, etc in the last few years but they have no playoff appearances or championships to show for it. the same can go for Western and Chattanooga.

Some teams do more with less talent. Y'all do. Doesn't mean y'all have better or equal athletes. Y'all are a very well coached team and that is more of the reason for y'all's record than raw talent, imo.

How many players have y'all had drafted in the NFL? Have y'all EVER had a player drafted in the NFL? (only source I can find says Wofford has had 0 players drafted all time)

It's not a knock on Wofford by any means... it's hard to recruit sought after high school players there.

But, the lack of draftable athletes should be a hint to you that your success does not come from athletic talent... but, from a disciplined, fundamental team.

[seantaylor]

I love how the recruiting sites and the folks who supposedly know better (such as Southern Pigskin) always has Wofford ranked towards the bottom in terms of recruiting classes, but we consistently finish in the top 3 in the Socon for most of the past decade and with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.

For instance, I'm certain that Furman has been consistently better on paper than we have in terms of recruitment with teams with stars, etc in the last few years but they have no playoff appearances or championships to show for it. the same can go for Western and Chattanooga.

This isn't a knock on said teams, I just think that the whole comparing of recruiting classes is bologna at this level.


I agree. Wofford has a top 3 class. Speed and area of need trumps Furman.

[PaladinFan]

I love how the recruiting sites and the folks who supposedly know better (such as Southern Pigskin) always has Wofford ranked towards the bottom in terms of recruiting classes, but we consistently finish in the top 3 in the Socon for most of the past decade and with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.

For instance, I'm certain that Furman has been consistently better on paper than we have in terms of recruitment with teams with stars, etc in the last few years but they have no playoff appearances or championships to show for it. the same can go for Western and Chattanooga.

This isn't a knock on said teams, I just think that the whole comparing of recruiting classes is bologna at this level.

Actually, Southern Pigskin has ranked Furman 8th or 9th virtually every year. This is the first time in some while that they are put as high as three. So, in that respect, Wofford has been consistently rated better in recruiting than Furman. Furman was rated quite highly back when they were a top ten program.

I do agree with your general premise, though, that the ratings and rankings are pretty arbitrary. Hard to know who will pan out, and who won't. I do think this is a very strong class for the Paladins, however.

[PaladinFan]

I agree. Wofford has a top 3 class. Speed and area of need trumps Furman.

Furman didn't so much focus on speed. They did bring in a couple of option quarterbacks who will convert to defensive back. Those boys can run. Still, Bruce Fowler is a Bobby Johnson acolyte. He's moving the team back towards power and physicality.

In particular, you see his focus on linebackers. Fowler was on the defensive staff back when Furman was producing the conference's top linebacking corps every single season. You continue to see the renewed focus at those positions.

[chattownmocs]

Furman didn't so much focus on speed. They did bring in a couple of option quarterbacks who will convert to defensive back. Those boys can run. Still, Bruce Fowler is a Bobby Johnson acolyte. He's moving the team back towards power and physicality.

In particular, you see his focus on linebackers. Fowler was on the defensive staff back when Furman was producing the conference's top linebacking corps every single season. You continue to see the renewed focus at those positions.

Southern Pigskin falls flat again.....

9. Wofford

Total: 27

Two stars: 1

Top recruits: DB Nick Ward, DE Boston Bryant, WR Dakota Hopper

http://athletics.wofford.edu/news/2013/2/6/FB_0206134853.aspx

The Terriers have brought in one of their biggest classes in quite some time and the biggest in the conference. This year’s class is highlighted by the Brenton Bersin-like Dakota Hopper, DE Boston Bryant (who had 105 tackles and 859 rushing yards to go with 12 touchdowns during his senior season) and DB Nick Ward.

8. Elon

Total: 22

Two stars: 2

Top recruits: OL Dakota DeYent, DB Adrian Williams DB Asunji Maddox Jr.

http://www.elonphoenix.com/sports/2013/1/28/FB_0128134719.aspx?path=football

The Phoenix were able to gain a major piece for the future in OL Dakota DeYent and, with the addition of DBs Adrian Williams and Asunji Maddox Jr. – who is said to have a 30 inch vertical – have further solidified the conference’s top pass defense from a year ago. WR Demetri Allison looks like he could be a sleeper for Elon.

7. The Citadel

Total: 24

Two stars: 2

Top recruits: WR Jorian Jordan, LB Tevin Floyd, RB DeAndre Schoultz

http://www.citadelsports.com/sports/fball/2012-13/releases/2013020674i4y2

The Bulldogs went big this year in more ways than one. The highlight of their class could be their wide receivers, who measure in at 6’0, 6’2, 6’4 and 6’4 and include Jorian Jordan (947 yards, 12 TDs in senior season). If the Bulldogs are able to find a passing game to compliment their ground attack with these new recruits, watch out.

6. Western Carolina

Total: 19

Two stars: 5

Top recruits: DL Andrew Mayton, DB Fred Payne, RB Garry Lewis

http://www.catamountsports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/020613aaa.html

After his second go round with recruiting, Coach Mark Speir has yet another solid class under his belt in Cullowhee. Led by DL Andrew Mayton – North Carolina’s sack leader in 2012 with 23.5 – the Catamounts continue to build toward the future, which looks brighter by the day. Also, is there any more appropriate name for a defensive back than Payne? I’m looking at you Fred.

5. Samford

Total: 16

Three stars: 1

Two stars: 6

Top recruits: LB Justin Cooper, DB Sam Pettway, OL Connor Rafferty

http://www.samfordsports.com/news/2013/2/6/FB_0206133024.aspx?path=football

Coach Pat Sullivan called his 2013 class the “most balanced class we've had since we've been at Samford,” and it is not much of an exaggeration. The Bulldogs were able to get depth on the offensive line and some talent at defensive line and linebacker, led by Justin Cooper, a transfer from Texas Tech.

4. Chattanooga

Total: 17

Three stars: 1

Two stars: 7

Top recruits: DT Taylor Reynolds, RB Derrick Craine, OL Jacob Revis

www.gomocs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17700&ATCLID=206283063

Coach Huesman welcomes a class that includes eight all-state selections, led by DT Taylor Reynolds, who was listed as one of the top defensive linemen in Alabama. QB Alejandro Bennifield could be the unsung hero of this group and the Mocs’ QB of the future, while RB Derrick Craine totaled 2,105 yards and 23 TDs during his senior campaign.

3. Furman

Total: 17

Three stars: 1

Two stars: 9

Top recruits: OL Aaron Black, DE James Elliott, LB Nic McBride

http://www.furmanpaladins.com/sports/m-footbl/2012-13/releases/20130206o4x6cf

After giving up nearly 400 yards of offense per game last season, the Paladins made a strong effort to improve their D, and it shows – 13 of their 17 recruits will be lining up on the defensive side of the ball. With DE James Elliott and DL Jordan Hawkins, the Paladins could have a D-line to fear in a few years.

2. Georgia Southern

Total: 23

Three stars: 3

Two stars: 3

Top recruits: DT Jay Ellison, DL Larry Matthews, RB Keshun Hill

http://gseagles.com/headlines/12704-gsu-announces-plan-for-signing-day-celebration

At Georgia Southern, they do not rebuild – they reload. The Eagles lose Brent Russell? They sign Jay Ellison, an All-State DT and Area Defensive Player of the Year. In fact, this year’s recruiting class includes four former Player of the Year award winners, most of which come at the running back position. Can you say loaded?

1. Appalachian State

Total: 16

Three stars: 6

Two stars: 10

Top recruits: DB Anthony Covington, LB Nathaniel Norwood, QB Taylor Lamb

http://www.goasu.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=21500&ATCLID=206288273

Coach Satterfield has put together one of the most impressive recruiting classes Appalachian State has seen in some time, as all of the 16 new players were given at least a two-star rating by Rivals.com. Former coach Jerry Moore called last year’s class “the best recruiting class in years.” This year’s class could challenge that title. And in case you were wondering, yes, QB Taylor Lamb is the son of former Furman quarterback and coach Bobby Lamb.

[chattownmocs]

2 major things are wrong with Southern Pigskin's rankings. They just looked at the website to gather the star ranking data and not the recruiting sites. They failed to realize that this information may not be accurate. They used these rankings to rank the classes. With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.

[PaladinFan]

2 major things are wrong with Southern Pigskin's rankings. They just looked at the website to gather the star ranking data and not the recruiting sites. They failed to realize that this information may not be accurate. They used these rankings to rank the classes. With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.

Most folks are one star simply by receiving an D1 offer. App State gets a leg up because they have a rivals site and can assist in dictating who gets assigned what ranking.

Frankly, Georgia Southern should be #1 or #2 every single season. They have undeniable advantages in recruiting over every other school in the SoCon given location, academic restrictions, and the HOPE Scholarship.

I have not put a lot of thought into the last point, but I would be floored if GSU does not use that to their advantage. The bar to meet HOPE is relatively low (3.0 GPA in high school), and a school like GSU can undoubtedly use that to fund a player that they don't want to burn a scholarship on.

[PaladinFan]

2. Georgia Southern

Total: 23

Three stars: 3

Two stars: 3

Top recruits: DT Jay Ellison, DL Larry Matthews, RB Keshun Hill

http://gseagles.com/headlines/12704-gsu-announces-plan-for-signing-day-celebration

At Georgia Southern, they do not rebuild – they reload. The Eagles lose Brent Russell? They sign Jay Ellison, an All-State DT and Area Defensive Player of the Year. In fact, this year’s recruiting class includes four former Player of the Year award winners, most of which come at the running back position. Can you say loaded?



Maybe GSU folk can answer this question, but what does it mean to say Ellison was "area defensive player of the year." Georgia divides up their football by regions, not areas. I thought maybe he was voted Bi-City player of the year in Columbus, but that isn't the case either. He also wasn't the Region defensive player of the year (though it was another player for Harris County).

[Baldy]

Maybe GSU folk can answer this question, but what does it mean to say Ellison was "area defensive player of the year." Georgia divides up their football by regions, not areas. I thought maybe he was voted Bi-City player of the year in Columbus, but that isn't the case either. He also wasn't the Region defensive player of the year (though it was another player for Harris County).
Good questions PF. "Area defensive player of the year" is probably a media award given out by a TV or radio station that covers a certain viewing area. The media around the Savannah area does the same thing.
What's interesting about the 1-AAAAA defensive POY is that he didn't make the 1st, 2nd, or even honorable mention all-region team.

[proasu89]

There is no such tie breaker. They finished in a 3 way tie for 3rd. period.

Impressive!

[blueballs]

You can't evaluate GSU's recruiting by stars because they are recruiting to a system. Their o-line, QB, and WR recruits will almost never have stars at their positions, but may be the perfect fit for the unique GSU system.

One other thiing that is noteworthy... As Monken has restocked the program's depth more and more freshmen are redshirting which is very healthy for the program. The GSU model as always been to recruit offensive linemen who have great mobility and can "play under a card table," athletes who are interchangable by position, and speed. Monken has stated repeatedly that he wants football players and great athletes, and that he'll figure out where to play them.

GSU has definitely used the HOPE to its advantage through the years as well.

Finally, if you look back over GSU's history, you'll note that an incredible number of great players were walk ons. For example, 2012's leading tackler John Stevenson (#41) was a walk on.

[CID1990]

You can't evaluate GSU's recruiting by stars because they are recruiting to a system. Their o-line, QB, and WR recruits will almost never have stars at their positions, but may be the perfect fit for the unique GSU system.

One other thiing that is noteworthy... As Monken has restocked the program's depth more and more freshmen are redshirting which is very healthy for the program. The GSU model as always been to recruit offensive linemen who have great mobility and can "play under a card table," athletes who are interchangable by position, and speed. Monken has stated repeatedly that he wants football players and great athletes, and that he'll figure out where to play them.

GSU has definitely used the HOPE to its advantage through the years as well.

Finally, if you look back over GSU's history, you'll note that an incredible number of great players were walk ons. For example, 2012's leading tackler John Stevenson (#41) was a walk on.

You're right, and a lot of this is true for Wofford and El Cid also. We've had a goodly number of great walkons as well.

[Eaglesrus]

Good questions PF. "Area defensive player of the year" is probably a media award given out by a TV or radio station that covers a certain viewing area. The media around the Savannah area does the same thing.
What's interesting about the 1-AAAAA defensive POY is that he didn't make the 1st, 2nd, or even honorable mention all-region team.

Not absolutely certain, but I think you nailed it. Seems like I read that some media outlet named him "all middle GA defensive player of the year". I wonder which ratings services Southern Pigskin uses for counting stars. I say that because one of our guys that follows recruiting really closely provided links that indicated that we had quite a few more than 3 guys with 2 stars. No big deal as far as I'm concerned as I don't expect many of our players on offense to get them due to not fitting the mold, but this does make me curious.

[PaladinFan]

Good questions PF. "Area defensive player of the year" is probably a media award given out by a TV or radio station that covers a certain viewing area. The media around the Savannah area does the same thing.
What's interesting about the 1-AAAAA defensive POY is that he didn't make the 1st, 2nd, or even honorable mention all-region team.

I guess that was my original thought, but the media in Hamilton is Columbus. They do one big production every year for the All Bi City team (which includes Harris County, the Columbus schools, and a couple of schools 'over the border'). You might be right, though.

During my younger days I played with a guy that was first team all state at linebacker and second team all region. Different crowd of folks voting. I'd be more inclined to consider the region voting more accurate, as that is usually done by coaches who have seen the players. The state wide stuff is a bit more comparing numbers, I think.

Did GSU report the "all area" distinction, or just SP?

[CID1990]

Well, hold the presses on James Julius. We still dont have his LOI. Someone on our board suggested that Pitt might be making a last minute run on him, but others are saying it was a paperwork issue and the LOI is forthcoming.

[PaladinFan]

You can't evaluate GSU's recruiting by stars because they are recruiting to a system. Their o-line, QB, and WR recruits will almost never have stars at their positions, but may be the perfect fit for the unique GSU system.

One other thiing that is noteworthy... As Monken has restocked the program's depth more and more freshmen are redshirting which is very healthy for the program. The GSU model as always been to recruit offensive linemen who have great mobility and can "play under a card table," athletes who are interchangable by position, and speed. Monken has stated repeatedly that he wants football players and great athletes, and that he'll figure out where to play them.

GSU has definitely used the HOPE to its advantage through the years as well.

Finally, if you look back over GSU's history, you'll note that an incredible number of great players were walk ons. For example, 2012's leading tackler John Stevenson (#41) was a walk on.

Furman's Colin Anderson, who may well go down as one of the great TEs in SoCon history, was a walkon quarterback.

If you can play, you can play.

[ASUMountaineer]

Yes it is a fact that chattanooga finished better than 4th in 2010. They finished t3rd. Thats not an opinion that is a fact. Of course there is no tie breaker for 3rd place.

I'm enjoying watching the UTC World Beaters' poster boy brag about tying for third place two years ago...which was the highest they have finished since Huesman became coach. Not to mention, no conference titles since Ronald Reagan last won election. EVERYONE SHOULD FEAR THE MOCS!

[walliver]

2 major things are wrong with Southern Pigskin's rankings. They just looked at the website to gather the star ranking data and not the recruiting sites. They failed to realize that this information may not be accurate. They used these rankings to rank the classes. With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.


Star rankings are fairly useless. They are biased toward players at larger schools, and biased towards players on winning teams. There are a lot of great athletes playing on bad teams at small high schools who get little love from the star ranking people.

In fact I am always suspect of FCS classes with a lot of "starred" players, as it suggest that the coaches are putting more emphasis on rating services than bread-and-butter recruiting. Rodney Alison recruited a lot of "starred" players and accomplished nothing.

[ASUMountaineer]

2 major things are wrong with Southern Pigskin's rankings. They just looked at the website to gather the star ranking data and not the recruiting sites. They failed to realize that this information may not be accurate. They used these rankings to rank the classes. With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.

You could have stopped right there. The site tries really hard, though. No need to get butthurt over something SP says.

[SU DOG]

I completely agree with PaladinFan - "If you can play, you can play." I realize that star counting doesn't necessarily mean much, but still I am puzzled at how our total was reached. Our official site doesn't dwell much on star ratings. My own previous post did, however, and just to set the record straight, Samford wound up with THREE players that rated 3*** and SEVEN 2**. I don't think I made an error on what I posted. Granted this took the highest of the different services, but in looking at the App list, that was true there also. I DEMAND a recount! LOL

[SU DOG]

Maybe jucos were counted and xfers were not.(?) Even at that, we still have TWO 3*** xpeacex

[eaglewraith]

With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.

xlmaox

[eaglewraith]

Maybe jucos were counted and xfers were not.(?) Even at that, we still have TWO 3*** xpeacex

We have a guy that will officially be a transfer so he won't be a part of this signing class "officially" but he's a 3 star. So that's another to add to the list.

Honestly, I don't care about stars all that much. It's pretty obvious our coaching staff is doing something right, and that's all that matters.

[chattownmocs]

I'm enjoying watching the UTC World Beaters' poster boy brag about tying for third place two years ago...which was the highest they have finished since Huesman became coach. Not to mention, no conference titles since Ronald Reagan last won election. EVERYONE SHOULD FEAR THE MOCS!

Let's see if the brainless reject trolls can figure this out....When will App State finish above 5th in the conference??? Let's see if they correct me or just let me post incorrect info. Again, no one is bragging about Chattanooga finishing 3rd. That doesnt mean that I should allow false information to be posted without correcting it either.

[chattownmocs]

I completely agree with PaladinFan - "If you can play, you can play." I realize that star counting doesn't necessarily mean much, but still I am puzzled at how our total was reached. Our official site doesn't dwell much on star ratings. My own previous post did, however, and just to set the record straight, Samford wound up with THREE players that rated 3*** and SEVEN 2**. I don't think I made an error on what I posted. Granted this took the highest of the different services, but in looking at the App list, that was true there also. I DEMAND a recount! LOL

Yes, they used what the team sites posted as far as star rating. Appalachian State's site posted the highest rating from the services. Other sites may have thought they were doing that, but in fact were not. Rivals alone rated 11 in the mocs class as 2 stars and that doesnt include the 3 star from 247. Without even looking at ESPN or Scout we should have 1 3 star and 11 2 stars.

[chattownmocs]

xlmaox

Your class is great at the top. Ellison is one of the best prospects to ever sign in the socon. Thornton will be great in your system. But you guys signed a lot of guys that no one has ever heard of. And I mean no one. It smells as if you set your sights extremely high and recruited against the big boys. You won some battles but probably missed on a lot and were left with scraps.

[PaladinFan]

Furman gets a good class in football, but a great class in futbol (http://www.topdrawersoccer.com/college-soccer-articles/2013-recruiting-class-rankings:-boys_aid28419). Second rated recruiting class in a D1 sport ain't shabby.

The area of Paladin athletic mediocrity may finally be coming to an end! Huzzah.

[ASUMountaineer]

Let's see if the brainless reject trolls can figure this out....When will App State finish above 5th in the conference??? Let's see if they correct me or just let me post incorrect info. Again, no one is bragging about Chattanooga finishing 3rd. That doesnt mean that I should allow false information to be posted without correcting it either.

You're on a mission from God.

http://theherofeed.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/SNL4.jpg

[ASUMountaineer]

Your class is great at the top. Ellison is one of the best prospects to ever sign in the socon. Thornton will be great in your system. But you guys signed a lot of guys that no one has ever heard of. And I mean no one. It smells as if you set your sights extremely high and recruited against the big boys. You won some battles but probably missed on a lot and were left with scraps.

So, when will Chatty win a SoCon championship? Since the recruiting sites are lying about ASU and GSU's recruits, I imagine it should be pretty soon, no?

[ASUMountaineer]

Back to the topic (I apologize for egging chattown on), I am happy with ASU's class. We have addressed some needs and added some size and depth. I'm not going to say this is one of the better classes we've had, because I just don't know. But, I'm excited with Satterfield's first class and can't wait for football season to start back up!

[CID1990]

Let's see if the brainless reject trolls can figure this out....When will App State finish above 5th in the conference??? Let's see if they correct me or just let me post incorrect info. Again, no one is bragging about Chattanooga finishing 3rd. That doesnt mean that I should allow false information to be posted without correcting it either.

Nope, you are incorrect.

In the real world most of us inhabit, the top 3 means the top 3. There cannot be 4 or 5 teams in a top 3.

That's why it is called a top 3 and not a top 4.

Because 3 is not equal to 4.

Because GSU, ASU and Wofford were in the top 3.

It really is that simple. In 2010, SoConSports actually lists UTC as #4 in the final standings. The only one here who is false is you.

BTW congratulations on such a stellar performance since 1984.

[citdog]

So, when will Chatty win a SoCon championship? Since the recruiting sites are lying about ASU and GSU's recruits, I imagine it should be pretty soon, no?


will coincide with the press conference announcing your move to the sun bletch.

[VidEagle]

Your class is great at the top. Ellison is one of the best prospects to ever sign in the socon. Thornton will be great in your system. But you guys signed a lot of guys that no one has ever heard of. And I mean no one. It smells as if you set your sights extremely high and recruited against the big boys. You won some battles but probably missed on a lot and were left with scraps.

Dude I guess you must not live in Georgia or follow Georgia high school football because if you did you would be very famaliar with most of the kids signed.

[chattownmocs]

Nope, you are incorrect.

In the real world most of us inhabit, the top 3 means the top 3. There cannot be 4 or 5 teams in a top 3.

That's why it is called a top 3 and not a top 4.

Because 3 is not equal to 4.

Because GSU, ASU and Wofford were in the top 3.

It really is that simple. In 2010, SoConSports actually lists UTC as #4 in the final standings. The only one here who is false is you.

BTW congratulations on such a stellar performance since 1984.

Yeah and they list them 6th last year. Because they don't break ties even for first. A tie breaker is to decide a necessary issue. Not for the standings. GSU did not finish 2nd in the conference this year. Not according to the SOCON or anyone else with a brain. The tiebreaker was for the auto bid.

[chattownmocs]

Dude I guess you must not live in Georgia or follow Georgia high school football because if you did you would be very famaliar with most of the kids signed.

I am from Georgia. I follow Georgia ball very closely.

[Saint3333]

Yeah and they list them 6th last year. Because they don't break ties even for first. A tie breaker is to decide a necessary issue. Not for the standings. GSU did not finish 2nd in the conference this year. Not according to the SOCON or anyone else with a brain. The tiebreaker was for the auto bid.

We are all now dumber for having read this.

[chattownmocs]

We are all now dumber for having read this.

You are dumber for thinking that tie breakers come into play for anything other than an autobid. Or even if a tiebreaker is used, that it changes the standing.

[CID1990]

Yeah and they list them 6th last year. Because they don't break ties even for first. A tie breaker is to decide a necessary issue. Not for the standings. GSU did not finish 2nd in the conference this year. Not according to the SOCON or anyone else with a brain. The tiebreaker was for the auto bid.

Sorry, Chattown, but 4 does not fit into 3.

Not even down at the Chattanooga chicken ranch can you fit 4 into 3, although I hear your sister can almost swing it.

[ASUMountaineer]

will coincide with the press conference announcing your move to the sun bletch.

I'm still open to a bet--avatar bet or a hat bet. You let me know when you're willing to back up that claim. xthumbsupx

[eaglewraith]

Your class is great at the top. Ellison is one of the best prospects to ever sign in the socon. Thornton will be great in your system. But you guys signed a lot of guys that no one has ever heard of. And I mean no one. It smells as if you set your sights extremely high and recruited against the big boys. You won some battles but probably missed on a lot and were left with scraps.

We got the kids we wanted. Our coaches know what they're doing. They've brought in players that have 2 Socon rings and 3 semifinal appearances.

What are your coach's recruits doing other than sucking hind tit in the conference?

[Apphole]

We got the kids we wanted. Our coaches know what they're doing. They've brought in players that have 2 Socon rings and 3 semifinal appearances.

What are your coach's recruits doing other than sucking hind tit in the conference?

Sounds like Huesman is just like Lane Kiffin. xlolx

[citdog]

I'm still open to a bet--avatar bet or a hat bet. You let me know when you're willing to back up that claim. xthumbsupx


this is a bet that will TAKE ME YEARS to collect on. y'all have announced and are STILL waiting for entrance to that 'slow coach' known as the sun belt. when would be the cut off date for said bet?



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9qnycjeZ3w

[chattownmocs]

We got the kids we wanted. Our coaches know what they're doing. They've brought in players that have 2 Socon rings and 3 semifinal appearances.

What are your coach's recruits doing other than sucking hind tit in the conference?

And they have also brought in much better recruiting classes every year before this. Again the idea that your coaches have seperated themselves is laughable. The margin is razor thin in the conference. I think you will soon find that out.

[eaglewraith]

And they have also brought in much better recruiting classes every year before this. Again the idea that your coaches have seperated themselves is laughable. The margin is razor thin in the conference. I think you will soon find that out.

What makes the previous classes better?

[chattownmocs]

What makes the previous classes better?

The talent.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

The talent.

You base this on what?

[chattownmocs]

You base this on what?

I watched the highlight films, looked at the recruiting rankings, looked at the offer lists.

[ASUMountaineer]

this is a bet that will TAKE ME YEARS to collect on. y'all have announced and are STILL waiting for entrance to that 'slow coach' known as the sun belt. when would be the cut off date for said bet?



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9qnycjeZ3w

Not Another Teen Movie...you are more screwed up than I though. xlolx

Avatar bet. Cutoff date: July 1st, 2014.

[ASUMountaineer]

And they have also brought in much better recruiting classes every year before this. Again the idea that your coaches have seperated themselves is laughable. The margin is razor thin in the conference. I think you will soon find that out.

If anyone would know, it would be chattown. He knows something about coaches not being able to separate themselves. It's hard to miss it in Chattanooga.

[Baldy]

I am from Georgia. I follow Georgia ball very closely.From your expert "analysis" its evident that the only "ball" you follow very closely is located inside a codsack. xrolleyesx

[chattownmocs]

From your expert "analysis" its evident that the only "ball" you follow very closely is located inside a codsack. xrolleyesx

LOL. believe what ever you want, the top part of your class is great. The bottom is pretty bad.

[asumike83]

I tend to put more weight in the opinion of the college coaches than anyone else. Who else a kid holds offers from is much more significant to me than how many stars he has by his name, although the star ratings are fun to look at.

I have not followed the other SoCon schools' recruiting enough to make a real judgement but I love Appalachian's class and the biggest reason is who else wanted the guys we signed. All 15 of the kids that committed held multiple other offers and 14 held FBS offers. The only signee who did not have an FBS offer was Brandon Pinckney, who was a SC Shrine Bowl participant with offers from Wofford, Furman and Elon.

It'll be a couple years before we know which class was truly the best but I have high hopes for our incoming freshmen.

[eaglewraith]

I watched the highlight films, looked at the recruiting rankings, looked at the offer lists.

So that makes you better qualified to evaluate talent in a football player than the Head Coach of a Division 1 Football program?

[Saint3333]

You are dumber for thinking that tie breakers come into play for anything other than an autobid. Or even if a tiebreaker is used, that it changes the standing.

That is like saying A = B only when I say so. Good luck with that. Please continue to post. I know when you say anything the opposite is likely true.

[chattownmocs]

So that makes you better qualified to evaluate talent in a football player than the Head Coach of a Division 1 Football program?

I bet your coach would agree.

[chattownmocs]

That is like saying A = B only when I say so. Good luck with that. Please continue to post. I know when you say anything the opposite is likely true.

A=A 3rd=3rd...3rd does not= 5th

[eaglewraith]

I bet your coach would agree.

If he didn't like what he saw he wouldn't have signed them. These weren't leftovers. These were guys we went after that had interest from other schools, including a couple Chattanooga showed interest in.

[chattownmocs]

If he didn't like what he saw he wouldn't have signed them. These weren't leftovers. These were guys we went after that had interest from other schools, including a couple Chattanooga showed interest in.

What was he going to sign a 7 man class?

[blueballs]

The margin is razor thin in the conference. I think you will soon find that out.

That's the one thing written in the past few pages we should all be able to agree on.

We found that out in 2012... GSU played 5 conference games last year that were decided by 8 points or less, and the 8 point margin was in double OT. GSU's two conference losses were by 2 and 3 points where GSU missed 2 and 3 FG's respectively from under 31 yards.

The funny thing about this recruiting thread is that with all the arguing over the relative strength of GSU class from one year to the next, signing a reliable kicker might be the biggest deal of it all based on the paragraph above, which might make the class great if that is the difference between going undefeated against FCS.

[ASUMountaineer]

That's the one thing written in the past few pages we should all be able to agree on.

We found that out in 2012... GSU played 5 conference games last year that were decided by 8 points or less, and the 8 point margin was in double OT. GSU's two conference losses were by 2 and 3 points where GSU missed 2 and 3 FG's respectively from under 31 yards.

The funny thing about this recruiting thread is that with all the arguing over the relative strength of GSU class from one year to the next, signing a reliable kicker might be the biggest deal of it all based on the paragraph above, which might make the class great if that is the difference between going undefeated against FCS.

Very true.

[Eaglesrus]

I bet your coach would agree.

Almost assuredly the dumbest statement I've ever read on AGS, maybe anywhere.

[Apphole]

Almost assuredly the dumbest statement I've ever read on AGS, maybe anywhere.

More evidence for my theory.

Chattownmocs IS Russ Huesman.

[CID1990]

I bet your coach would agree.

Their coach would whip your fanny.

[VidEagle]

I am from Georgia. I follow Georgia ball very closely.

Really? Because if you did you would know many of our signees from Georgia as they played for some of the highest ranked, most visible teams this past year such as Camden Country, Northside Warner Robbins, Thomson, McEachern.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

By the way, here is an example of a guy who has a Niche in GSU's offense but isn't neccesarily quite as useful in other offenses. The guy ran for almost 1000 yards as a freshman and he looks two steps faster than anyone on the field.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YB4apNYZlI

[chattownmocs]

By the way, here is an example of a guy who has a Niche in GSU's offense but isn't neccesarily quite as useful in other offenses. The guy ran for almost 1000 yards as a freshman and he looks two steps faster than anyone on the field.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YB4apNYZlI

Chaz Thornton would be an example of one of your top tier recruits.

[crabby terrier]

SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College football coach Mike Ayers announced on Wednesday the signing of 27 student-athletes to National Letters of Intent or letters of commitment for the upcoming season. This is the largest signing class at Wofford in over twenty years.

The Terriers will welcome thirteen players on offense, twelve players on defense, one specialist, and one athlete. The student-athletes are from eight different states, including six each from Florida and Georgia, four from South Carolina, three from Tennessee, three from North Carolina, two from Kentucky, and one each from Oklahoma, Wisconsin, and Sweden.

On defense, the twelve players include four defensive linemen, three linebackers and five defensive backs. On offense, the thirteen players include six offensive linemen, two running backs, one wide receiver, one tight end, and three quarterbacks. There is one kicker and one athlete in the class.

2013 Newcomers

Boston Bryant DE 6-1 260 Williamsburg, Ky. / Whitley County
Brad Butler QB 6-2 210 Rome, Ga. / Darlington School
Nick Colvin QB 6-2 195 Bogart, Ga. / North Oconee
Steven Cornellier DE 6-2 218 Jacksonville, Fla. / Bishop Kenny
Brandon Curtis DE 6-2 220 Bushnell, Fla. / South Sumter
Alexander “Roo” Daniels OL 6-2 270 Columbia, S.C. / Hammond
Brandon Goodson QB/ATH 6-0 185 Dacula, Ga. / Dacula
Jaleel Green S 6-2 192 Jacksonville, Fla. / Providence
Cole Higbie S 6-0 180 Atlanta, Ga. / Landmark Christian
Dakota Hopper WR 6-3 198 Madison, N.C. / McMichael
David Howerton ATH 6-0 185 Asheville, N.C. / Asheville
Mike Jones OL 6-4 270 Danville, Ky. / Danville
Davis Lenior OL 6-4 255 Collierville, Tenn. / St. George’s
Lorenzo Long RB 5-9 205 Cantonment, Fla. / Tate
Justin Lott OL 6-5 315 Braxton, Ga. / Coffee
Chris Martin RB 5-10 190 Columbia, Tenn. / Columbia Central
David Marvin K/P 6-2 200 Charlotte, N.C. / East Mecklenburg
Terrance Morris OLB 6-1 192 Chester, S.C. / Chester
T.J. Novotny TE 6-6 230 Milwaukee, Wisc. / Marquette University
Coleton Robinson CB 5-11 175 De Leon Springs, Fla. / DeLand
Chuck Rouse OL 6-3 305 Mt. Pleasant, S.C. / Wando
Lincoln Stewart ILB 5-11 220 Deltona, Fla. / DeLand
Tyler Vaughn DL 6-1 260 McDonough, Ga. / Union Grove
Anton Wahrby OL 6-4 265 Karlskrona, Sweden
Nick Ward S 6-2 203 Moore, Oklahoma / South Moore
Jamario Williams CB 6-1 180 Ridgeland, S.C. / Hilton Head Christian
Dylan Young OLB 6-1 215 Collierville, Tenn. / St. George’s

Boston Bryant (DE, 6-1, 260, Williamsburg, Ky.) was a four-year starter at Whitley County High School. During his senior season had 105 tackles at linebacker and ran for 859 yards with twelve touchdowns at fullback to earn honorable mention All-State honors. As a junior, he had 145 tackles and 1512 rushing yards with twelve touchdowns as he was named second team All-State. He holds school records for tackles in a game with 28, tackles in a season with 208 as a sophomore, and tackles in a career with 580. He played three seasons of basketball at power forward and is averaging 16 points per game this year. Watch Highlights

Brad Butler (QB, 6-2, 210, Rome, Ga.) was a four-year starter at quarterback for the Darlington School. For his career, he posted 4,693 passing yards, 2,063 rushing yards, 54 passing touchdowns, and 20 rushing touchdowns. As a senior he was Region 6A Player of the Year, along with first team All-Region and All-Area honors. He was also named All-Area and All-Region as a sophomore and junior. He is a member of the National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). He also played baseball for four seasons, earning All-Region honors as a freshman, sophomore, and junior. Watch Highlights

Nick Colvin (QB, 6-2, 195, Bogart, Ga.) was a three-year letterman as a quarterback, wide receiver and punt returner at North Oconee High School. As a senior he led the team to the 8-AAA region championship with a 10-2 record. He had 1,900 all-purpose yards with 19 touchdowns to earn Region Player of the Year, first team Northeast Georgia, and All-State honorable mention recognition. During his junior year he posted 1,800 all-purpose yards with 20 touchdowns as the team was 11-1. Also ran track and field, holding the school record in the 200 and 400 meters. As a shooting guard with the basketball team set the school record for steals in a single season and has over 1,000 career points. Watch Highlights

Steven Cornellier (DE, 6-2, 218, Jacksonville, Fla.) was a three-year letterman on the offensive and defensive line at Bishop Kenny. As a senior had three sacks before season ended due to injury, but still earned All-District and Florida Times-Union Super 24 honors. During his junior season had 75 tackles, 14 sacks, 22 tackles for loss, and an interception as he was named All-District and All-First Coast. He was also on the weightlifting team for three seasons. Cornellier spent the fall semester at the Air Force Academy Prep School and will enroll at Wofford for the spring semester. Watch Highlights

Brandon Curtis (DE, 6-3, 220, Bushnell, Fla.) earned three letters in football, three in basketball, and three in track and field at South Sumter High School. As a senior recorded 50 total tackles, 22 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, three forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries. He was named All-State and All-District during his senior season.

Alexander “Roo” Daniels (OL, 6-2, 270, Columbia, S.C.) was a four-year starter at center and long snapper at Hammond School. The team won three state championships and posted a 49-4 record as he started 53 consecutive games. He holds the school record for career blocks with 63 and was named to the All-State team three times. He started at defensive tackle his junior and senior seasons, earning High School Sports Report Defensive Player of the Year honors as a junior. He also plays baseball as a catcher and first baseman, earning All-Region honors in 2012 with a .402 batting average. Watch Highlights

Brandon Goodson (QB/ATH, 6-0, 185, Dacula, Ga.) was a two-year varsity starter at Dacula High School. During his senior season he threw for 1,248 yards with seven touchdowns and was named a Gwinnett County All-Star. As a junior he had 1,171 passing yards and twelve touchdowns as the team was 9-4 and a 6A state playoff quarterfinalist. He was also a four-year starter in basketball and scored over 1,000 points in his career. He is a member of the National Honor Society and was team captain his senior year. Watch Highlights

Jaleel Green (S, 6-2, 192, Jacksonville, Fla.) was a four-year starter at wide receiver and three-year starter at free safety for Providence School. During his senior season he recorded 60 tackles and three sacks, along with 42 receptions for 540 yards and six touchdowns to earn All-City second team honors. As a junior had 65 tackles and two interceptions to go along with 39 receptions for 549 yards and seven touchdowns. Had eight interceptions his sophomore season. Also plays basketball and won a district championship in the 4x100 relay. Watch Highlights

Cole Higbie (S, 6-0, 180, Atlanta, Ga.) started two seasons at safety for Landmark Christian School. As a senior he had 83 tackles, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and an interception at safety, plus had 461 rushing yards and 339 passing yards at quarterback. He earned second team All-State and first team All-Region honors as the team was 9-4 and reached the state semifinals. During his junior season he was named All-Region second team with 92 tackles and eleven tackles for loss. Also plays baseball, earning All-Region honors last season in the outfield with a .527 batting average. Watch Highlights

Dakota Hopper (WR, 6-3, 198, Madison, N.C.) was a four-year starter at McMichael High School. During his senior season he started at wide receiver, quarterback, and running back and had 55 receptions for 828 yards and ten touchdowns, had 25 completions for 419 yards and six touchdowns, plus ran for 267 yards and four touchdowns. He received All-Conference honors twice and played in the Blue Grey National All-Star Classic. As a junior he had 28 catches for 555 yards and eight touchdowns. He also played two seasons of basketball and competed in the high jump and long jump. Watch Highlights

David Howerton (ATH, 6-0, 185, Asheville, N.C.) started the last two seasons at quarterback for Asheville High School. During his senior year he threw for 1,239 yards and 15 touchdowns with only three interceptions to earn All-Conference honors. He also played tennis, baseball, and basketball for Asheville. In tennis, he won a state championship and received All-State and All-Conference honors. His older brother, Haskins, played soccer at Wofford. Watch Highlights

Mike Jones (OL, 6-4, 270, Danville, Ky.) was a three-year starter on the offensive line at Danville High School. As a senior he earned All-Area, All-District, All-Region, and second team All-State honors. He was a starter in both the Best of the Bluegrass and Kentucky/Tennessee Border Bowls. During his junior season he was named All-Area, All-District, and honorable mention All-State. A member of the National Honor Society, he also participated on the wrestling and track and field teams. Watch Highlights

Davis Lenior (OL, 6-4, 255, Collierville, Tenn.) was a three-year starter on the offensive and defensive lines at St. George’s Independent School. As a senior he did not allow a sack on offense and on defense had 46 tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss, and three forced fumbles. He was named the District’s Defensive Lineman of the Year, All-District, and selected to play in the Auto Zone Liberty Bowl All-Star Game. During his junior year allowed one sack with 12 pancake blocks on offense and had 31 tackles including six tackles for loss on defense. He holds the school record for sacks in a game with four. Watch Highlights

Lorenzo Long (RB, 5-9, 205, Cantonment, Fla.) lettered four years in football, weightlifting, and track, plus three years in soccer at Tate High School. During his senior year had 183 carries for 1,175 yards and eleven touchdowns along with a receiving touchdown in nine games. As a junior he ran for 925 yards on 115 carries with eleven touchdowns. He earned All-State honors as a junior and senior. For his career, he holds the school record with 3,227 rushing yards on 423 carries, 37 touchdowns, and 3,826 all-purpose yards. In addition he plays forward on the soccer team, in track and field runs the 100 meters and long jumps, and benches 380 pounds on the weightlifting team. He serves as senior class president. Watch Highlights

Justin Lott (OL, 6-5, 315, Braxton, Ga.) was a three-year starter on the offensive line for Coffee High School. As a senior he started all ten games and had 40 knockdowns without allowing a sack to earn first team All-Region honors. During his junior year he started all eleven games and was named second team All-Region. He was nominated to play in the Georgia-Florida All-Star game. His brother played football at the University of the Cumberlands. Watch Highlights

Chris Martin (RB, 5-10,190, Columbia, Tenn.) was a four-year letterman and three-year starter at running back and linebacker for Columbia Central High School. As a senior he ran for 1,011 yards on 217 carries with 22 touchdowns as his team was 12-3 and finished second in the state. During his junior season he had 17 touchdowns and as a sophomore ran for 1,313 yards and 13 touchdowns as the team won the state title. He was named All-District twice in football. He also lettered four seasons in track and field and two seasons in basketball. Watch Highlights

David Marvin (P/K, 6-2, 200, Charlotte, N.C.) was a four-year letterman in football and soccer at East Mecklenburg High School. As a senior he punted 48 times with a 38.3 average, 14 inside the 20 yard-line, and a long of 62 yards. On the soccer field, earned All-Conference and All-Region honors last fall as he posted 47 career assists as a midfielder. He also lettered three seasons in baseball, earning All-Conference honors in 2012 with a .371 batting average. Both parents were student-athletes at the University of North Carolina. Watch Highlights

Terrance Morris (LB, 6-1, 192, Chester, S.C.) was a two-year starter at linebacker for Chester High School. During his senior season had 116 tackles, seven sacks, and an interception as the team advanced to the third round of the state playoffs. He earned All-Region honors as a senior. As a member of the track and field team, finished third in the state in the triple jump. He is also currently playing basketball at forward. He is a member of the Beta Club and National Honor Society with a 4.0 grade point average all four years. Watch Highlights

T.J. Novotny (TE, 6-6, 230, Milwaukee, Wisc.) was a two-time letterman at Marquette University High School. As a senior he had 24 catches for 335 yards and a touchdown as he was named first team All-Conference. During his junior season had two catches as the squad won the conference championship. He is also a two-year letterman in basketball at center.

Coleton Robinson (CB, 5-11, 175, De Leon, Fla.) was a four-year letterman at quarterback, wide receiver, defensive back, and returner at DeLand High School. As a senior quarterback, threw for 1,802 yards, ran for 421 yards, and had ten total touchdowns. He ranked second in the county in passing yards and was named second team All-County as the team won the district championship. During his junior season he played wide receiver and safety, going for over 400 receiving yards. His father, Kirk, played football at the University of Florida. Watch Highlights

Chuck Rouse (OL, 6-3, 305, Mt. Pleasant, S.C.) was a three-year letterman at Wando High School. As a senior the team was 11-1 overall. He had 31 knockdown blocks and ten pancakes on the way to earning team offensive MVP, All-Region and All-Low Country honors. He played in the 2012 North/South All-Star game. Rouse was also named All-Region after his junior season. He also earned three letters in track and field and wrestled his senior season. Watch Highlights

Lincoln Stewart (ILB, 5-11, 220, Deltona, Fla.) was a two-year starter at linebacker for DeLand High School. During his senior season he had 146 tackles and four sacks as he earned third team All-State and first team All-Conference honors. As a junior he recorded 117 tackles and four sacks to be named All-Conference honorable mention. He also lettered in weightlifting, finishing fourth in the state in his weight class. Watch Highlights

Tyler Vaughn (DL, 6-1, 260, McDonough, Ga.) was a four-year starter on the defensive line at Union Grove High School. As a senior, he had 36 tackles and 12 sacks as the team posted a 10-2 record. He earned team defensive MVP honors. In addition, he competes on the track and field team in the discus. Watch Highlights

Anton Wahrby (OL, 6-4, 265, Karlskrona, Sweden) played football and wrestled his junior season at Lexington High School as the team was 10-4 and reached the state semifinals. He played with the Under 19 Swedish National Team, earning a bronze medal at the 2011 European Junior Championships. He currently is a member of the Swedish Junior National Team. He will enroll at Wofford for the spring semester. Watch Highlights

Nick Ward (S, 6-2, 203, Moore, Oklahoma) was a four-year letterman in both football and baseball at South Moore High School. During his senior year he recorded 85 tackles with six interceptions and two fumble recoveries on defense along with 15 receptions for 198 yards on offense. The six interceptions marked a school single season record and were the second most in the state. He earned All-Conference, All-District, All-City and All-State honors. As a junior he had 68 tackles and two interceptions. In the 2012 baseball season he posted a 12-0 record as a pitcher, which included a no hitter, and had a .317 batting average as an outfielder. He was named All-City, All-Conference, All-District, and All-State and is ranked as the #2 pitcher in the state. Watch Highlights

Jamario Williams (CB, 6-1, 180, Ridgeland, S.C.) was a four-year starter in the secondary at Hilton Head Christian Academy. As a senior he had 45 tackles, 15 pass break-ups, and three interceptions on defense, plus had 700 receiving yards and 300 rushing yards on offense. During his junior season had 38 tackles along with 400 receiving yards and 300 rushing yards. The team was 25-1 in his last two seasons, winning state championships both years. He was named All-State as a junior and senior and played in the SCISA Shrine Bowl. He also earned All-State honors all four years in track and played basketball for three seasons. Watch Highlights

Dylan Young (LB, 6-1, 215, Collierville, Tenn.) was a four-year starter and letterwinner with a career record of 42-10 at St. George’s Independent School. During his senior season he had 67 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, and 11.5 sacks on defense along with 429 rushing yards and ten total touchdowns as the team was state runner-up. Named West 2-A Region Co-Defensive Player of the Year, All-State, All-Shelby Metro, and selected to play in the Auto Zone Liberty Bowl All-Star Game. As a junior he had 62 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and seven sacks to lead the team to the state championship. Also played soccer and was a sprinter on the track and field team. Watch Highlights

GO TERRIERS!!!

[CID1990]

Coach Higgins' comments on this class. Some interesting facts about the kids as well as who else was offering.

http://www.postandcourier.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=%2F20130207%2FPC20%2F130209458%2F1268% 2Fwinning-season-helps-citadel-put-together-x2018-one-of-our-best-classes-ever-x2019-says-coach-kevin-higgins&source=RSS

[AppMan]

Western had the #1 ranked class in the FCS several years ago. So much for rankings......

[The Cats]

Western had the #1 ranked class in the FCS several years ago. So much for rankings......

Yep, these rankings are way over rated.

[seantaylor]

Chaz Thornton would be an example of one of your top tier recruits.

Too many Urkels on your team that's why your Wins-low

[Smitty]

Western had the #1 ranked class in the FCS several years ago. So much for rankings......

I think it is more wasted talent by terrible coaches...

[The Eagle's Cliff]

The recruits don't matter as much at Ga Southern. We have a proven formula for success:
Runts + Bad-Case-Of-The-Wants + 110 Degree Injection of Gnat Larvae = Championship Competition

[CID1990]

The recruits don't matter as much at Ga Southern. We have a proven formula for success:
Runts + Bad-Case-Of-The-Wants + 110 Degree Injection of Gnat Larvae = Championship Competition

That's actually a winning combo if I ever saw one. We have it too, minus the wants.

[PaladinFan]

I think it is more wasted talent by terrible coaches...

I noted that somewhere on one of these threads, but recruit rankings should contain a coaching element as well.

It really doesn't matter how fast you run the 40 if you don't have a coaching staff that will assist in your development.

[SpeedkingATL]

The recruits don't matter as much at Ga Southern. We have a proven formula for success:
Runts + Bad-Case-Of-The-Wants + 110 Degree Injection of Gnat Larvae = Championship Competition

Don't forget the magical qualities of drinking that Eagle Creek swamp water! Erk used to sprinkle that stuff on the Kidd Brewer turf like it was holy water.

[blueballs]

Don't forget the magical qualities of drinking that Eagle Creek swamp water! Erk used to sprinkle that stuff on the Kidd Brewer turf like it was holy water.

I'm not so sure it works so well in Boone because of the "Boone-shine" y'all have.

Are you sure Jim Tom isn't on y'all's training staff????????????

[parr90]

Your class is great at the top. Ellison is one of the best prospects to ever sign in the socon. Thornton will be great in your system. But you guys signed a lot of guys that no one has ever heard of. And I mean no one. It smells as if you set your sights extremely high and recruited against the big boys. You won some battles but probably missed on a lot and were left with scraps.


Actually most of the players GS signed are rated by the major services. As far as the guys not being heard of I can tell you that these college coaches know all kind of players that they look at that aren't even rated by the services. GS recruits unique players for its style of offense so sometimes they do get some players that are off the beatn path. I think you can tell that they do a pretty decent job most of the time at GS getting and developing players.

Really the services are ridiculous as far as ratings go. Look at Georgia and Alabama. Bama is ranked 1 and Georgia was #10 yet if you look closely there isn't much difference in the quality of the classes. UGA had like fifteen 4 star and Bama had fifteen 4 star plus two 5 stars. There is such a fine between a 4 and 5 star. Georgia had more 3 stars than Bama. Yet they make it out like someone won the NC. Its ridiculous. The Atlanta Journal had an article out recently about this and showed that most NFL rosters have 3 star and many 2 star guys.

Just because some kid doesn't have a bunch of stars by his name doesn't mean a damn thing. There is way to much hype on this stuff. None of it matters until a kid gets there and proves himself and if your team doesn't win with these guys it really doesn't matter anyway does it?

[PaladinFan]

Actually most of the players GS signed are rated by the major services. As far as the guys not being heard of I can tell you that these college coaches know all kind of players that they look at that aren't even rated by the services. GS recruits unique players for its style of offense so sometimes they do get some players that are off the beatn path. I think you can tell that they do a pretty decent job most of the time at GS getting and developing players.

Really the services are ridiculous as far as ratings go. Look at Georgia and Alabama. Bama is ranked 1 and Georgia was #10 yet if you look closely there isn't much difference in the quality of the classes. UGA had like fifteen 4 star and Bama had fifteen 4 star plus two 5 stars. There is such a fine between a 4 and 5 star. Georgia had more 3 stars than Bama. Yet they make it out like someone won the NC. Its ridiculous. The Atlanta Journal had an article out recently about this and showed that most NFL rosters have 3 star and many 2 star guys.

Just because some kid doesn't have a bunch of stars by his name doesn't mean a damn thing. There is way to much hype on this stuff. None of it matters until a kid gets there and proves himself and if your team doesn't win with these guys it really doesn't matter anyway does it?

In the NFL, you get to play if you are actually a good football player, not because someone sitting behind a computer whose never played the game thinks you might be a good football player.

[Skjellyfetti]

In the NFL, you get to play if you are actually a good football player, not because someone sitting behind a computer whose never played the game thinks you might be a good football player.

NFL teams draft busts all the time just like colleges recruit busts.

[chattownmocs]

Their is a sharp drop off at every level in the star system for players that go on to play in the NFL. I believe it is something like 50 percent for 5 stars and well under 1 percent for 2 stars.

[Mocs123]

I love how the recruiting sites and the folks who supposedly know better (such as Southern Pigskin) always has Wofford ranked towards the bottom in terms of recruiting classes, but we consistently finish in the top 3 in the Socon for most of the past decade and with out a doubt there's a sense that we buck up our talent every year.

For instance, I'm certain that Furman has been consistently better on paper than we have in terms of recruitment with teams with stars, etc in the last few years but they have no playoff appearances or championships to show for it. the same can go for Western and Chattanooga.

This isn't a knock on said teams, I just think that the whole comparing of recruiting classes is bologna at this level.


I actually think that Wofford is generally middle of the pack as far as talent goes, but they are the best coached, most disciplined team in the SoCon. I truely respect what Wofford is able to do on the field, I still hate the Terriers, but I respect them. I think App is head and shoulders above the rest of the SoCon in talent but GSU is closer than they used to be.

As for my Mocs we are light years ahead of where we were 4 years ago, but I will be disappointed with anything less than a playoff spot in 2013.

[PaladinFan]

I actually think that Wofford is generally middle of the pack as far as talent goes, but they are the best coached, most disciplined team in the SoCon. I truely respect what Wofford is able to do on the field, I still hate the Terriers, but I respect them. I think App is head and shoulders above the rest of the SoCon in talent but GSU is closer than they used to be.

As for my Mocs we are light years ahead of where we were 4 years ago, but I will be disappointed with anything less than a playoff spot in 2013.

Watershed year for Huseman at UTC and Sullivan at Samford. I think both universities are much better than they used to be, but still need to validate some of that by reaching the post season. Unfortunately for both programs, you have a lot of baggage that may go with a coaching change, such as alienating your starting quarterback for one, and shipping off a state icon on the other.

[CID1990]

I actually think that Wofford is generally middle of the pack as far as talent goes, but they are the best coached, most disciplined team in the SoCon. I truely respect what Wofford is able to do on the field, I still hate the Terriers, but I respect them. I think App is head and shoulders above the rest of the SoCon in talent but GSU is closer than they used to be.

As for my Mocs we are light years ahead of where we were 4 years ago, but I will be disappointed with anything less than a playoff spot in 2013.

Best coached, yes.

Most disciplined, no.

[seantaylor]

Their is a sharp drop off at every level in the star system for players that go on to play in the NFL. I believe it is something like 50 percent for 5 stars and well under 1 percent for 2 stars.

Means nothing because there are a thousand times the amount of 2 stars than 5 stars.

[seantaylor]

I actually think that Wofford is generally middle of the pack as far as talent goes, but they are the best coached, most disciplined team in the SoCon. I truely respect what Wofford is able to do on the field, I still hate the Terriers, but I respect them. I think App is head and shoulders above the rest of the SoCon in talent but GSU is closer than they used to be.

As for my Mocs we are light years ahead of where we were 4 years ago, but I will be disappointed with anything less than a playoff spot in 2013.

Might want to look at playoff wins since we dumped Hatcher. GSU is the class of the conference in talent. Monken closing the gap rapidly on Ayers as far as the best coach in the conference.

[Skjellyfetti]

But, Hatcher and Monken have the same record (1-2) against App. :D

[Baldy]

But, Hatcher and Monken have the same record (1-2) against App. :D
That's why you look at the complete body of work instead of a single yearly event. :)

[AppMan]

GSU is the class of the conference in talent.

That's a bold statement. People are going to be shocked at the difference in the squad App State puts on the field next fall. Not piling on JM, but we've had serious issues the last 4-5 years in a lot of areas. All that has been corrected.

Although I supported someone else to be ASU's HC Scott has done a lot of things to win me over. He brings a lot of intangibles to the table and his deep rooted passion for ASU is infectious. The class he just signed had 54 collective FBS offers. 13 were to CUSA and 11 to MAC schools. Only one signee did not have an FBS offer. While that in itself is no guarantee of success, it clearly indicates Scott has raised the bar in the quality of players he is going after. I believe it is also a clear indication ASU is headed somewhere else.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

But, Hatcher and Monken have the same record (1-2) against App. :D

Hatcher is 0-2 against App.

Jayson Foster is 1-0 against App. (as a starter). xthumbsupx

[mountaineer in Cane Land]

well, Ill say this, I believe GS signed atleast, 2 quality kickers, when they lose a game next year, I dont think it will be becouse of the kicking game.

[seantaylor]

Maybe Appy can win a game at home in the playoffs against a lower seed this season.

[cbarrier90]

Maybe Appy can win a game at home in the playoffs against a lower seed this season.

Maybe GSU can actually put it through the uprights this season...

[AppMan]

Maybe Appy can win a game at home in the playoffs against a lower seed this season.

Who is this Appy you refer to?

[Apphole]

Maybe Appy can win a game at home in the playoffs against a lower seed this season.

I forgot what it was like to lose to Georgia Southern.

[CID1990]

Maybe Appy can win a game at home in the playoffs against a lower seed this season.

Maybe GSU can beat ASU and The Citadel in the same season.

[parr90]

2 major things are wrong with Southern Pigskin's rankings. They just looked at the website to gather the star ranking data and not the recruiting sites. They failed to realize that this information may not be accurate. They used these rankings to rank the classes. With the exception of Georgia Southern, whom they stubbornly refused to drop lower than 2nd regardless of how mediocre their recruiting class is this year.

I just love this kind of stuff! Tell me how is it you know that GS recruiting class this year is mediocre? How do you base your opinion? Stars? Unless you have seen all their recruits play first hand and have years of experience recruiting or coaching football players than there is really no way for you to no. I could care less what GS class is ranked. All I know is that GS has always played at a high level and Monken has had his teams on the verge of another title since taking over. I think he knows what kind of players he wants, and I don't think he getting mediocre players because if he were they wouldn't be doing as well as they have.

[parr90]

That's a bold statement. People are going to be shocked at the difference in the squad App State puts on the field next fall. Not piling on JM, but we've had serious issues the last 4-5 years in a lot of areas. All that has been corrected.

Although I supported someone else to be ASU's HC Scott has done a lot of things to win me over. He brings a lot of intangibles to the table and his deep rooted passion for ASU is infectious. The class he just signed had 54 collective FBS offers. 13 were to CUSA and 11 to MAC schools. Only one signee did not have an FBS offer. While that in itself is no guarantee of success, it clearly indicates Scott has raised the bar in the quality of players he is going after. I believe it is also a clear indication ASU is headed somewhere else.


and I just cant get enough of this. Yes I must yield to the superior talent App possesses compared to GS.

[Saint3333]

They did last year.

[Baldy]

Maybe GSU can actually put it through the uprights this season...

Irony much? xlolx


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBeLsc5qqnw

[eaglewraith]

I forgot what it was like to lose to Georgia Southern.

I guess that consoles you when you realize you don't know what winning a playoff game feels like anymore.

[CID1990]

Irony much? xlolx


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBeLsc5qqnw

Beginning to see a pattern here....

Wear all white at the Rock

[PaladinFan]

Beginning to see a pattern here....

Wear all white at the Rock

Furman has fared pretty well at the Rock all time, but our all whites (even our helmets are white) have had little effect the past 10 years or so.

[CID1990]

Furman has fared pretty well at the Rock all time, but our all whites (even our helmets are white) have had little effect the past 10 years or so.

Yes but you have that nasty purple to contend with

[Apphole]

Beginning to see a pattern here....

Wear all white at the Rock

Nope. Doesn't work.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=atO6vCGN5Bg

[CID1990]

Nope. Doesn't work.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=atO6vCGN5Bg


Like I said. Even the smallest amount of purple negates the effect.

[ASUMountaineer]

Hatcher is 0-2 against App.

Jayson Foster is 1-0 against App. (as a starter). xthumbsupx

True statement. xbawlingx

[ASUMountaineer]

Beginning to see a pattern here....

Wear all white at the Rock

No. GSU should stick with wearing blue pants against us. Isn't that GSU's kryptonite against App State?