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"dominant" trips up more athletes on Twitter, I sweater God.

Sorry for the tangent, but I always found it odd that the legislature outlawed sexual behavior in specific contexts as being “deviate,” rather than deviant. Apparently deviate was once correct as an adjective. I looked it up because it appeared wrong. It still bothers me. 

Anyway, because of that, I checked out “dominate” as a possible adjective, just to see if Charles might have a defense. As I suspected, though, dominate is only a verb. 

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Anyway, because of that, I checked out “dominate” as a possible adjective, just to see if Charles might have a defense. As I suspected, though, dominate is only a verb. 

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Sorry for the tangent, but I always found it odd that the legislature outlawed sexual behavior in specific contexts as being “deviate,” rather than deviant. Apparently deviate was once correct as an adjective. I looked it up because it appeared wrong. It still bothers me. 

Anyway, because of that, I checked out “dominate” as a possible adjective, just to see if Charles might have a defense. As I suspected, though, dominate is only a verb. 

dominant/dominate is a top 3 annoyance on this board, along with fewer/less and possibly further/farther.  i'm not including loose/lose or your/you're because i'm not a 15 year old girl's instagram account.

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dominant/dominate is a top 3 annoyance on this board, along with fewer/less and possibly further/farther.  i'm not including loose/lose or your/you're because i'm not a 15 year old girl's instagram account.

I see some pretty egregious shit on here. I certainly understand, and have been victim of, the occasional typo or brain fart. Some grammatical/spelling errors are so bad they’ll make your head explode, though. I sometimes wonder if there’s a “regarded” inside joke I don’t know about. I try not to comment, but I throw up in my mouth a little bit. 

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I suspect that most of the husbands on surly are unranked

It's a tough position to play and even tougher to project at the next level.  I was an unranked 3-star coming out of HS.  Never lived up to my potential and never playing the position outside of practice and a couple of meaningless scrimmages...

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Damn good to see this Savage coming out of League City’s Clear Creek HS - a pretty big school that’s put out very few notable alumni other than Lindberg, Jay Buhner and of course myself. 

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E.J. Holland: Top target JaQuinden Jackson on playing QB, where Texas stands

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Ja’Quinden Jackson is a unique talent. The four-star athlete out of Duncanville led his team to a state title appearance from the quarterback position. However, pundits and coaches can’t seem to figure exactly where they see Jackson fitting in at the next level. So where does he see himself playing? “Quarterback,” Jackson said. “I’m still open, but I don’t have a choice but to play quarterback right now. That’s all I’ve been doing is playing quarterback. I don’t want to go somewhere and immediately play another position because I haven’t been doing it.”

Texas already holds a quarterback commitment this cycle, but the Longhorns love Jackson as a pure athlete. UT offensive coordinator Tim Beck has been heavily involved in his recruitment as has assistant Ra’Shaad Samples, who is the son of Duncanville head coach Reginald Samples. Both keep in constant contact with Jackson and are working to get him back on campus at some point in the near future.

“They want me to come down there for a visit,” Jackson said. “They’ve just been telling me that they really want me and stuff like that. They just text me and chop it up with me and ask me how I’m doing.” Jackson added that he remains high on Texas early on in the process. The Longhorns currently hold 100 percent of Crystal Ball predictions. “They are up there,” Jackson said. “They are in my top schools. It’s a fun environment. They have a great program. They have a great football team. They had a great year. They beat Georgia.”

Jackson just made a visit to LSU and mentioned Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Georgia and Texas A&M as other potential destinations. At 6-foot-2, 200 pounds, Jackson is ranked as the No. 4 athlete and No. 43 overall prospect in the country, per 247Sports Composite.[/Quote]

E.J. Holland: Texas partners with SMU for Dallas satellite camp

 

Texas is going back to Dallas. Tom Herman and the Longhorns are partnering with SMU for a satellite camp in the metroplex for the second consecutive year. The camp will take place on June 2 and will feature two sessions. The first session will showcase 2022 and 2023 recruits and go from 2-4:30 p.m. CT before an evening session for 2020 and 2021 prospects from 6-8:30 p.m. CT. Herman was on The Hilltop for last year’s camp and brought the majority of the Texas coaching staff.

Last summer’s event featured a number of talented underclassmen prospects that now hold Power Five offers, including Marvin Mims, Elijah Yelverton, Myles Price and Quin Bright. Future Texas commit Kennedy Lewis also made his way to the camp. This is UT’s first scheduled satellite camp for 2019. Last year, the Longhorns hosted in-state satellite camps in Dallas, Commerce, Houston, East Texas and San Marcos. UT also went out-of-state to California, Florida and Missouri as it continued to rebuild its national brand.

Texas recently released its on campus camp schedule. This year, the Longhorns will have three minicamps, which are open to 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 recruits. Camp dates are June 4, June 9 and June 15.

Mike Roach: UT QB pledge Hudson Card on commitment, building 2020 class

 

Hudson Card has been pretty low key throughout his recruitment. The four-star Austin Lake Travis quarterback showed up in Dallas to compete in The Opening’s regional camp, and he walked away with an invitation to the Elite 11. Card was elated over his performance, and he said it was a dream to compete in the best quarterback competition in the country. “It feels great,” he said. “It’s always been a dream of mine, so for it to finally come true, it feels great.”

Card committed to Texas over major programs like Alabama, Auburn, Michigan, Mississippi State, Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, Texas A&M and Tennessee almost a year ago. Since that time, he’s been able to shed the stress of recruiting. Card still hears from a few schools here and there, but he has made it clear that he is firmly committed to Texas. “I’m not hearing too much,” he said. “That commitment is very strong for me. It’s where I want to go, and I’ll be there in about a year.”

The 2020 class is growing into a strong group of athletes — the Longhorns currently hold five four-star commitments. Card said the class keeps in contact regularly, and they are working on recruiting others to join them. “We all have a group text on snapchat,” he said. “We’re continuing to grow our relationship and trying to get some other guys with us as well.” Five-star running back Zachary Evans and four-star offensive lineman Chad Lindberg were two targets Card mentioned as priorities. Card missed junior day after being out of town, but the local prospect said he plans to make the short trip to campus during the spring. “I’ll head that way for spring practices and stuff,” he said. “It’s really a short time away, so I’ll be down there soon.”

Card is looking for big things out of the team this year. He was impressed with the Longhorns' performance in 2018m, and he feels they could be on the verge of something big after taking down Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. “I thought that was really big for us and the program,” he said. “I thought we did good overall, and I think we’ll continue to get better every year. But that Georgia win was really big for us.” Card passed for 3,543 yards and 50 touchdowns with just four interceptions and rushed for 619 yards and nine touchdowns en route to leading Austin Lake Travis to a deep run in the state playoffs. At 6-foot-2, 167 pounds, Card is ranked as the No. 2 dual-threat quarterback in the nation and No. 12 overall prospect in Texas, according to 247Sports Composite.

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E.J. Holland: Five-star A&M WR commit Demond Demas talks Texas, recruiting process

 

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Demond Demas is already getting worn down with the recruiting process. The five-star wide receiver out of Tomball recently expressed his frustration on social media and is tired of the constant questions regarding his commitment to Texas A&M. “I have to watch myself,” Demas said. “I know people dislike things, but I can’t control everybody’s thoughts. I got to a point where if people say something negative, I’m just not going to respond. That’s their opinion. I have to respect their opinion. It’s not a fact.My fact is I’m 100 percent committed to Texas A&M. If I decide to decommit, that’s my decision. But right now, I’m 100 percent Texas A&M.”

Demas committed to Texas A&M over several major programs back in September but has continued to make visits. In fact, Demas has been to Texas on several occasions since he gave his verbal pledge. The latest was for UT’s elite prospect day. While there was a bit of controversy on the trip, Demas said Texas is in good standing. “It went fine,” Demas said. “I talked to Coach (Corby) Meekins and Coach (Tom) Herman. It did go up and down on a bumpy road, but everything is solved. Everything is okay. (Herman) came by to see me at school. He's just telling me to come to Texas and come be great.”

So where does Texas stand at this point in the process? “Don’t get me wrong, my recruitment is still open,” Demas said. “I’m just 100 percent to A&M right now. You know, I’ve always liked Texas. Of course, Javonne (Shepherd) is trying to recruit me. He just tells me UT is where it’s at. I’m not blocking him out. I’m just neutral right now.” Demas will continue to make visits. He is looking to see out-of-state programs like Alabama, Clemson, Florida, Miami and Ohio State in the near future. At 6-foot-4, 210 pounds, Demas is ranked as the No. 3 wide receiver and No. 24 overall recruit in the country, per 247Sports Composite.

 

Sounds like Jimbo was giving him the answers, all over the map.

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Eric Nahlin: Recruiting Q&A: 3/6/19

 

    Any movement on the grad transfer RB market?

Not today. But they’re watching.

    Your take on Demas as of today.

A&M because of his relationship with Dameyune Craig. I'm not ruling out a flip somewhere but A&M has the distinct edge.

    Name two or three guys you think will significantly outperform their rating based on your personal eval and gut feel.

For the 2020 class I assume? Stafford OLB Robert Wooten, Henderson WR Caleb Medford (visiting this weekend), Manor RB Tahj Boyd, Tomball C Braedon Nutter

    Class size prediction? Willie Tyler affect/effect that? 2star at English

O/U is 23.5. Every scholarship affects the number.

    1. Do we have a real shot at Kendall Milton or do you think he will ultimately go somewhere else? 2. If we keep winning and Stanford keeps regressing back to their mean, will we see them being less of a problem with O-line recruits in the (near)future? 3. What’s the word on Beatty joining the staff? Still in contract limbo?

1. Your first question is misleading because they can have a real shot for someone and that player still go elsewhere. Noah Cain for example. Yes, they have a real shot with him but he might go elsewhere. OU's been a concern of mine but McClellan is pretty solid and they might get McGowan. Cheer for them to get McGowan. 2. Jake Majors broke the seal. 3. Still in limbo. Checked Monday.

    Why haven't they offered JJ McCarthy???? That kid is jaw-dropping good. Amazing arm. He also seems to run really well, so I think he would work fine in Herman's offense.

Preston. Stone.

    Who is gonna be the first domino to fall in this RB class? As far as I know, everyone is waiting until NSD, or am I wrong?

I bet similar to last year they'll want one guy in the boat by the end of summer. Who that would be, I have no idea. Get somebody in the class then you have a bit more breathing room. I'd like to see Jo Marks make the visit he was supposed to make during the season.

    Who is the LT of the 2020 class? Garth seems like an interior player unless his arm length is longer than expected; Lindberg is a RT; George, Majors, and Parr are all interior prospects

Lindberg. I think Garth is RT.  Dream OL is Garth-Parr-Majors-George-Lindberg

    At this point in time, do the following players have a >50% or <50% of signing with Texas:

    Lindberg
    Flowe
    Ringo
    Wilson
    Evans
    Broughton
    Chris Thompson

Lindberg - Good
Flowe - average
Ringo - slightly good
Wilson - above average
Evans - Texas will be in it
Broughton - great
Chris Thompson - good to great

    What is Ty Jordan’s timeline?

I’m not sure, but with Mookie on board, it won't be Texas.

    I know he’s a 2021 kid and there is forever left in the recruitment, but how does Texas sit with Devon Achane at the moment?

He's 2020. They went after Mookie Cooper. As long as he's committed Achane isn't on the radar. If Mookie continues to take visits I'd push for Achane quite publicly.

    Does that ACC grad transfer rb you mentioned wear a different color orange on his current team?

No comment.

    Dream 2020 class for skill position players?

Demas, Johnny Wilson, I guess Mookie. Evans and Jo'Quavious Marks (or someone similar quality). Milton obviously but I'm not capable of dreaming that much.. TE -- any good fit

    Do you see A&M’s 2019 receivers to have better years than 2018? Lot of catches up for grabs with the TE leaving.

Rogers could be great, needs consistency. Ausbon has the ability. Wright, Chapman could be really good.

    Gut feeling: does Broughton drop before the season?

I don't think so.

    Who is the top TE on the board and is there a plan for H-back now that henderson committed to OU?

To be determined. It was Walker, before he committed to Okie State.

    You have the keys to the kingdom. Who do you prioritize as far as WR? Do you accept a commitment from Johnston today? Kelvontay? You still hold the keys. Do you press for Ty Jordan? Wooten?

Wilson and Demas, but I like JJ Hester too. I wouldn't push for Johnston or Dixon to shut things down right now. When Keaontay runs for 1000 yards this year it's going to be tough to not take his brother, who is legitimately good. I'd gauge Jordan and would keep him warm. Ditto with Wooten because they only need one at his position. B-backer isn't like corner, safety, or WR where you offer a bunch.

    Do you accept a commitment from Johnston today? Kelvontay?

I believe Texas would take Quinten Johnston today. Kelvontay and Arkansas might be that route.

    I really like Stone. It seems to me that Stone and McCarthy are very similar players, but that McCarthy's arm is better by a significant amount. Do they really like Stone better or is it a thing where they feel good about Stone (I think Stone is great too) and are confident of getting him and don't want to hurt the relationship by recruiting another QB?

Yes, and he’s two hours away. They’ve recruited Stone for two years. That’s a relationship.

    Over/under on number of commits Texas will have before the season starts?

15.

    if jaquinden really wants to be a qb, and the staff is recruiting him/likes him at qb, is he gonna commit on a qb timeline (meaning...like...earlier than an ath, etc probably would)?

He says at the UA game in Jan. But I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s closer to August either.

    Of the players who UT wants that are currently committed to some other school, which ships have likely sailed?

Elias Ricks. Texas is in great standing with most of its priority targets.

    Which schools want Ja'Quinden as QB1? I assume that is one of the key factors in his recruitment.

Texas and OU.

    Who is the next 2020 commit?

It often depends on the confluence of who is visiting and how hard UT is pushing and whether or not they have leverage. Right now I think I'd guess Josh White but that's a total guess.

    Lots of talk about OL and RB grad transfers, but the 2019 roster has another position which could use an experienced solution/upgrade (at least a cleaner projection at that spot): nickel back. Granted, not usually a position that has high rate of transfer due to position flexibility (safety/corner playing time), but is the staff monitoring the portal for potential solutions at this position?

Not really. Look for Josh Thompson and maybe BJ Foster at nickel in 2019.

    Does Card know that Texas wants Jackson as QB1?

Texas doesn’t want Jackson as QB1. That’s Card. Card also knows Texas is taking JQJ at ATH as much as QB.

    Where does Troy Omeire fit? Backup to either Demas or Wilson?

They would take him right now, but his position is X, same as Wilson. Demas can play X or Z.

    Is Mookie a better prospect than Taye Barber?

To everybody but @malaise. (???)

    Any of the 5 stars have a timeline before NSD? Wilson, Flowe, Ringo, etc.

I'm not sure on Wilson. I don't see Flowe, Ringo, Evans shutting things down before December.

    Anything on the OL from Edinburg, TX?

2020 OL recruiting is tough if you’re an offensive linemen in-state and want to play at Texas. Next tier, IMO.

    Wow. It seems like all of the recruits i have paid the most attention have later timelines or we are trying to keep warm.

The more Texas starts to fill up the more leverage it will have. Guys who could announce during the summer (or before): Ryan Watts, Chris Thompson, Ja'Quinden Jackson, Chad Lindberg, Jalen Kimber, Josh White, Quentin Johnson, Troy Omeire, Alfred Collins, Prince Dorbah, Xavion Alford, Bryson Washington, Jahari Rogers (probably for OU), Kitan Crawford, etc. I think you're only paying attention to five-stars and OOS players

    Sooooooo I’ve been meaning to bring this up but with our lack of bigger volume carry RBs on the depth chart along with now having guys like Whittington Smith and maybe Mookie on the roster would it make more sense to target a guy like Tahj Brooks instead of Ty Jordan? I think Brooks is crazy underrated and would set a great floor for our RB class.

I wouldn't figure in Smith and Mookie at RB in any material way. I'd go with the two best RB's period and not try and find a thunder and lightning package or whatever. I like Brooks a lot and wouldn't be surprised if he ended up in the NFL. I always liked his tape and then he tested well this past weekend. He has my interest too.

    How do you view Mond? How high is his ceiling? Who is a good comp?

He's solid and will be above average next year. If they get him more consistently accurate he'll be good. Not as a strong an arm, but Jake Locker. Holy s*** was the NFL stupid when it came to him.

    Will we get several more "top 25" in state kids than we did in 2019 and still have a great out of state group in 2020? Hook'em

Definitely. Here's my top 25. They look good for a lot of these guys. I'd have Kimber in there too.

     I assume Alford and Washington can commit at any moment. Which CB other than Ringo can do the same? Kimber?

Yep.

    What are you hearing about Tosh Baker? Will he be the backup option if Lindberg chooses Stanford or Clemson?

Texas loves Tosh. They have the five in sight; Parr, Majors, Garth, Lindberg, and George. Baker would be next up, I believe.

    Since you have more experience with recruits than any on this board, what influence has aggy had promoting the SEC? After 7 years of aggy boasting about it, does the SEC actually have any sway over the school itself?

The SEC has so much sway they allowed Texas to ink back-to-back Top 3 classes while holding up a Georgia Bulldog flag in CS.

    Is there any position grouping you’re worried about in 2020?

I’m most concerned about the position you omitted: LB. QB depth concerns me, ditto RB. OL, WR, and TE will be fine.. I’m not concerned by DL or S. CB and N is a mild concern.

    You must be banking on Ingram/Whit? Because I think he could run for 500 with ease

Maybe so. Maybe it comes down to sack totals. I don’t care what his stats are. We already know he’s an effective runner. I’d be fine with seeing him run much less vs some teams and much more vs others.

    True/False - Long term impact and program fit.

    Wooten>Dorbah
    Watts>Crawford
    Kimber>Watts
    Rogers>Watts
    Crawford>Rogers
    Alford>Washington
    Josh Braun at Guard>Parr or Majors at Guard
    Josh Braun>George
    Evans>Milton
    McLellan>Milton
    Alec Bryant>Princely
    Johnston>Omeire
    White>Flagg
    Ransom>Thompson

    If Ty Jordan wanted to commit tomorrow, does Tom take the commit or try to slow him down?

Wooten>Dorbah FALSE
Watts>Crawford PUSH
Kimber>Watts TRUE
Rogers>Watts PUSH
Crawford>Rogers PUSH
Alford>Washington FALSE
Josh Braun>George PUSH
Evans>Milton TRUE
McLellan>Milton PUSH
Alec Bryant>Princely FALSE
Johnston>Omeire FALSE
White>Flagg TRUE
Ransom>Thompson PUSH

Of note, it’s March. I’d like to see more this spring/summer and in their senior years. When Mookie committed, Jordan’s opportunity became less likely. But you maintain the relationship because it’s recruiting.

    Gut feeling on Mookie...Does his commitment stick? Why is he all of a sudden getting itchy feet to visit other schools? Buyer's remorse over his commitments?

Sticks. His relationship with Marcus Washington and Bryan Carrington helps UT. He’s not ichy to visit, he’s a 17-year old recruit that is enjoying his recruitment. Texas isn’t worried.

    When y'all talk to recruits, especially top level recruits, do they seem to have a grasp on the idea that they can influence a great many things in other peoples' recruitments? Meaning, if Evans wants to play with his boy and play behind a monster line, he could commit and essentially make that happen. In addition, he could convince a lot of other top guys (Demas, etc) that the Capitol is lit. I know that lots of kids want to use this process as their first chance to see other parts of the country, but I wonder why more don't see themselves as bell cows that could ensure they're playing for championships. Waiting until the end of the process doesn't help anyone, including the recruit. Sure, you might say that a coach might leave....Ok, well then back out and don't sign with that school. But, to commit early and orchestrate the entire class.....That seems like a no brainer for elite guys that want to win big.

Players with sway definitely realize this. Even Malik told me after he committed he wished he'd committed sooner so he had more time to help put the class together. If I was, say, Chad Lindberg, and I had a good feeling UT was going to be the spot, I'd make sure and commit before the season for the very reasons you state. That gives him enough time to make a thorough decision, enjoy the process a bit, and still help recruit. Most important for the kids is to make a decision they're comfortable with and that's different for each one.

    Any recruit you’re impressed with that Texas is not in the mix for?

LB/TE Drew Sanders, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, OL Courtland Ford

    You like Milton a lot. Think I will rewatch his Hudl. Anything else available to see? What are our chances with Ransom? I liked his tape best out of the safety tape I have seen.

I think Braun's upside is easily higher than Parr's and Major's and I was the guy who beat the drum for Majors. My call on Milton over McClellan is a mental eval call. The two aren't close in that regard. Texas will get a bounce in the Ransom recruitment after he visits, from there it's all about building the momentum. That one could come down to UT/Notre Dame.

    What was your favorite recruitment of 2019? Which one do you look forward to most for 2020? And which one are you already dreading?

Favorite recruitment of 2019? Bru McCoy. Overall, most of the guys UT signed were low drama. I'll take that at my advanced age. For 2020 I look forward to Vernon Broughton for a few reasons. It should go UT's way, he's a fun kid with tons of talent, and my early predictions of him being a five-star should gradually crystallize. I've been dreading Zach Evans and not through any fault of his own. It's just going to be a huge circus and even though I have good sources on all sides of it the bigger the circus the more I have to nail the story. With so many twists and turns it's going to be a difficult one. Bonus: For 2021: Looking forward to the most: The Brockermeyers. For 2021: Looking forward to the least: Too early. Tunmise Adeleye could be all over the map but I like UT long-term.

    (1) are we likely to take a RB2 first and then wait for a RB1, or do we keep the deck clear until we get a RB1? (2) what is the likelihood we get shut out at RB1 this class?

1) I could see them trying to have a running back locked up late summer so as to cover their backside, similar to last year with Derrian Brown while pursuing Noah Cain. But, most of the players they're after are RB1s in a normal cycle so they may just take what they can get when they can get it. 2) It depends on who you're discussing but I think they land one of Evans, Milton, or McClellan. I stated earlier I like Evans vs any other individual school but I would still take the field. Milton will return with his father and that will help UT's cause. UT will need help from other schools cracking McClellan loose from OU.

    When would offering James Brock be too early? You've been on the pair since their Adam's Apples first sprouted, what's your take on his growth as a C prospect?

I wrote yesterday I'd offer him now. I'm not faulting the staff or anything like that, I'm sure they have everything under control, or will soon, but to me it's a foregone conclusion he's going to be a Texas-level player so why wait? I'd try to lock them up ASAP.

    If we miss on Dorbah, (which doesn't seem super likely, but still) would the staff go after another B-backer type like Wooten, or maybe Sylvester, or change course and just use the spot for a defensive PBA?

They like Wooten. Sylvester would be a d-end. They also like this LB Moore kid from Amarillo Tascosa. Somebody mentioned him in the PB and I hit him up. Interesting guy.

    What's the timeline for finding out about Bru's eligibility this year?

Doesn’t exist. Hopefully before La Tech.

    Tosh Baker or Damieon George?

Depends... where is Zach Evans going??

    Is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️McGlothern a take?

No.

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Dominant is from dominans/ dominantis, an active participle with the meaning of one who dominates. Dominate is from dominatus -a -um, a passive participle meaning one who has been dominated. Deviant is from devians/ deviantis, active participle meaning one who departs from the right way. Deviate is from deviatus -a -um, passive participle meaning one who is separated from the right way. Despite being deponent, dominor is transitive and thus has very different meanings in its active and passive participles. Devio is intransitive and thus allows more easily in this instance for both participles to assume compatible meanings.

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Eric Nahlin: Recruiting Q&A: 3/6/19

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    Any movement on the grad transfer RB market?

Not today. But they’re watching.

    Your take on Demas as of today.

A&M because of his relationship with Dameyune Craig. I'm not ruling out a flip somewhere but A&M has the distinct edge.

    Name two or three guys you think will significantly outperform their rating based on your personal eval and gut feel.

For the 2020 class I assume? Stafford OLB Robert Wooten, Henderson WR Caleb Medford (visiting this weekend), Manor RB Tahj Boyd, Tomball C Braedon Nutter

     Class size prediction? Willie Tyler affect/effect that? 2star at English

O/U is 23.5. Every scholarship affects the number.

    1. Do we have a real shot at Kendall Milton or do you think he will ultimately go somewhere else? 2. If we keep winning and Stanford keeps regressing back to their mean, will we see them being less of a problem with O-line recruits in the (near)future? 3. What’s the word on Beatty joining the staff? Still in contract limbo?

1. Your first question is misleading because they can have a real shot for someone and that player still go elsewhere. Noah Cain for example. Yes, they have a real shot with him but he might go elsewhere. OU's been a concern of mine but McClellan is pretty solid and they might get McGowan. Cheer for them to get McGowan. 2. Jake Majors broke the seal. 3. Still in limbo. Checked Monday.

     Why haven't they offered JJ McCarthy???? That kid is jaw-dropping good. Amazing arm. He also seems to run really well, so I think he would work fine in Herman's offense.

Preston. Stone.

    Who is gonna be the first domino to fall in this RB class? As far as I know, everyone is waiting until NSD, or am I wrong?

I bet similar to last year they'll want one guy in the boat by the end of summer. Who that would be, I have no idea. Get somebody in the class then you have a bit more breathing room. I'd like to see Jo Marks make the visit he was supposed to make during the season.

    Who is the LT of the 2020 class? Garth seems like an interior player unless his arm length is longer than expected; Lindberg is a RT; George, Majors, and Parr are all interior prospects

Lindberg. I think Garth is RT.  Dream OL is Garth-Parr-Majors-George-Lindberg

    At this point in time, do the following players have a >50% or <50% of signing with Texas:

     Lindberg
    Flowe
    Ringo
    Wilson
    Evans
    Broughton
    Chris Thompson

Lindberg - Good
Flowe - average
Ringo - slightly good
Wilson - above average
Evans - Texas will be in it
Broughton - great
Chris Thompson - good to great

    What is Ty Jordan’s timeline?

I’m not sure, but with Mookie on board, it won't be Texas.

     I know he’s a 2021 kid and there is forever left in the recruitment, but how does Texas sit with Devon Achane at the moment?

He's 2020. They went after Mookie Cooper. As long as he's committed Achane isn't on the radar. If Mookie continues to take visits I'd push for Achane quite publicly.

    Does that ACC grad transfer rb you mentioned wear a different color orange on his current team?

No comment.

    Dream 2020 class for skill position players?

Demas, Johnny Wilson, I guess Mookie. Evans and Jo'Quavious Marks (or someone similar quality). Milton obviously but I'm not capable of dreaming that much.. TE -- any good fit

    Do you see A&M’s 2019 receivers to have better years than 2018? Lot of catches up for grabs with the TE leaving.

Rogers could be great, needs consistency. Ausbon has the ability. Wright, Chapman could be really good.

    Gut feeling: does Broughton drop before the season?

I don't think so.

    Who is the top TE on the board and is there a plan for H-back now that henderson committed to OU?

To be determined. It was Walker, before he committed to Okie State.

    You have the keys to the kingdom. Who do you prioritize as far as WR? Do you accept a commitment from Johnston today? Kelvontay? You still hold the keys. Do you press for Ty Jordan? Wooten?

Wilson and Demas, but I like JJ Hester too. I wouldn't push for Johnston or Dixon to shut things down right now. When Keaontay runs for 1000 yards this year it's going to be tough to not take his brother, who is legitimately good. I'd gauge Jordan and would keep him warm. Ditto with Wooten because they only need one at his position. B-backer isn't like corner, safety, or WR where you offer a bunch.

    Do you accept a commitment from Johnston today? Kelvontay?

 I believe Texas would take Quinten Johnston today. Kelvontay and Arkansas might be that route.

    I really like Stone. It seems to me that Stone and McCarthy are very similar players, but that McCarthy's arm is better by a significant amount. Do they really like Stone better or is it a thing where they feel good about Stone (I think Stone is great too) and are confident of getting him and don't want to hurt the relationship by recruiting another QB?

Yes, and he’s two hours away. They’ve recruited Stone for two years. That’s a relationship.

    Over/under on number of commits Texas will have before the season starts?

15.

    if jaquinden really wants to be a qb, and the staff is recruiting him/likes him at qb, is he gonna commit on a qb timeline (meaning...like...earlier than an ath, etc probably would)?

He says at the UA game in Jan. But I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s closer to August either.

    Of the players who UT wants that are currently committed to some other school, which ships have likely sailed?

Elias Ricks. Texas is in great standing with most of its priority targets.

    Which schools want Ja'Quinden as QB1? I assume that is one of the key factors in his recruitment.

Texas and OU.

     Who is the next 2020 commit?

It often depends on the confluence of who is visiting and how hard UT is pushing and whether or not they have leverage. Right now I think I'd guess Josh White but that's a total guess.

     Lots of talk about OL and RB grad transfers, but the 2019 roster has another position which could use an experienced solution/upgrade (at least a cleaner projection at that spot): nickel back. Granted, not usually a position that has high rate of transfer due to position flexibility (safety/corner playing time), but is the staff monitoring the portal for potential solutions at this position?

 Not really. Look for Josh Thompson and maybe BJ Foster at nickel in 2019.

    Does Card know that Texas wants Jackson as QB1?

Texas doesn’t want Jackson as QB1. That’s Card. Card also knows Texas is taking JQJ at ATH as much as QB.

    Where does Troy Omeire fit? Backup to either Demas or Wilson?

They would take him right now, but his position is X, same as Wilson. Demas can play X or Z.

    Is Mookie a better prospect than Taye Barber?

To everybody but @malaise. (???)

    Any of the 5 stars have a timeline before NSD? Wilson, Flowe, Ringo, etc.

I'm not sure on Wilson. I don't see Flowe, Ringo, Evans shutting things down before December.

    Anything on the OL from Edinburg, TX?

2020 OL recruiting is tough if you’re an offensive linemen in-state and want to play at Texas. Next tier, IMO.

     Wow. It seems like all of the recruits i have paid the most attention have later timelines or we are trying to keep warm.

The more Texas starts to fill up the more leverage it will have. Guys who could announce during the summer (or before): Ryan Watts, Chris Thompson, Ja'Quinden Jackson, Chad Lindberg, Jalen Kimber, Josh White, Quentin Johnson, Troy Omeire, Alfred Collins, Prince Dorbah, Xavion Alford, Bryson Washington, Jahari Rogers (probably for OU), Kitan Crawford, etc. I think you're only paying attention to five-stars and OOS players

    Sooooooo I’ve been meaning to bring this up but with our lack of bigger volume carry RBs on the depth chart along with now having guys like Whittington Smith and maybe Mookie on the roster would it make more sense to target a guy like Tahj Brooks instead of Ty Jordan? I think Brooks is crazy underrated and would set a great floor for our RB class.

I wouldn't figure in Smith and Mookie at RB in any material way. I'd go with the two best RB's period and not try and find a thunder and lightning package or whatever. I like Brooks a lot and wouldn't be surprised if he ended up in the NFL. I always liked his tape and then he tested well this past weekend. He has my interest too.

    How do you view Mond? How high is his ceiling? Who is a good comp?

He's solid and will be above average next year. If they get him more consistently accurate he'll be good. Not as a strong an arm, but Jake Locker. Holy s*** was the NFL stupid when it came to him.

     Will we get several more "top 25" in state kids than we did in 2019 and still have a great out of state group in 2020? Hook'em

Definitely. Here's my top 25. They look good for a lot of these guys. I'd have Kimber in there too.

     I assume Alford and Washington can commit at any moment. Which CB other than Ringo can do the same? Kimber?

Yep.

    What are you hearing about Tosh Baker? Will he be the backup option if Lindberg chooses Stanford or Clemson?

Texas loves Tosh. They have the five in sight; Parr, Majors, Garth, Lindberg, and George. Baker would be next up, I believe.

    Since you have more experience with recruits than any on this board, what influence has aggy had promoting the SEC? After 7 years of aggy boasting about it, does the SEC actually have any sway over the school itself?

The SEC has so much sway they allowed Texas to ink back-to-back Top 3 classes while holding up a Georgia Bulldog flag in CS.

    Is there any position grouping you’re worried about in 2020?

I’m most concerned about the position you omitted: LB. QB depth concerns me, ditto RB. OL, WR, and TE will be fine.. I’m not concerned by DL or S. CB and N is a mild concern.

    You must be banking on Ingram/Whit? Because I think he could run for 500 with ease

Maybe so. Maybe it comes down to sack totals. I don’t care what his stats are. We already know he’s an effective runner. I’d be fine with seeing him run much less vs some teams and much more vs others.

    True/False - Long term impact and program fit.

    Wooten>Dorbah
    Watts>Crawford
    Kimber>Watts
    Rogers>Watts
    Crawford>Rogers
    Alford>Washington
    Josh Braun at Guard>Parr or Majors at Guard
    Josh Braun>George
    Evans>Milton
    McLellan>Milton
    Alec Bryant>Princely
    Johnston>Omeire
    White>Flagg
    Ransom>Thompson

    If Ty Jordan wanted to commit tomorrow, does Tom take the commit or try to slow him down?

Wooten>Dorbah FALSE
Watts>Crawford PUSH
Kimber>Watts TRUE
Rogers>Watts PUSH
Crawford>Rogers PUSH
Alford>Washington FALSE
Josh Braun>George PUSH
Evans>Milton TRUE
McLellan>Milton PUSH
Alec Bryant>Princely FALSE
Johnston>Omeire FALSE
White>Flagg TRUE
Ransom>Thompson PUSH

Of note, it’s March. I’d like to see more this spring/summer and in their senior years. When Mookie committed, Jordan’s opportunity became less likely. But you maintain the relationship because it’s recruiting.

     Gut feeling on Mookie...Does his commitment stick? Why is he all of a sudden getting itchy feet to visit other schools? Buyer's remorse over his commitments?

Sticks. His relationship with Marcus Washington and Bryan Carrington helps UT. He’s not ichy to visit, he’s a 17-year old recruit that is enjoying his recruitment. Texas isn’t worried.

     When y'all talk to recruits, especially top level recruits, do they seem to have a grasp on the idea that they can influence a great many things in other peoples' recruitments? Meaning, if Evans wants to play with his boy and play behind a monster line, he could commit and essentially make that happen. In addition, he could convince a lot of other top guys (Demas, etc) that the Capitol is lit. I know that lots of kids want to use this process as their first chance to see other parts of the country, but I wonder why more don't see themselves as bell cows that could ensure they're playing for championships. Waiting until the end of the process doesn't help anyone, including the recruit. Sure, you might say that a coach might leave....Ok, well then back out and don't sign with that school. But, to commit early and orchestrate the entire class.....That seems like a no brainer for elite guys that want to win big.

 Players with sway definitely realize this. Even Malik told me after he committed he wished he'd committed sooner so he had more time to help put the class together. If I was, say, Chad Lindberg, and I had a good feeling UT was going to be the spot, I'd make sure and commit before the season for the very reasons you state. That gives him enough time to make a thorough decision, enjoy the process a bit, and still help recruit. Most important for the kids is to make a decision they're comfortable with and that's different for each one.

     Any recruit you’re impressed with that Texas is not in the mix for?

LB/TE Drew Sanders, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, OL Courtland Ford

    You like Milton a lot. Think I will rewatch his Hudl. Anything else available to see? What are our chances with Ransom? I liked his tape best out of the safety tape I have seen.

I think Braun's upside is easily higher than Parr's and Major's and I was the guy who beat the drum for Majors. My call on Milton over McClellan is a mental eval call. The two aren't close in that regard. Texas will get a bounce in the Ransom recruitment after he visits, from there it's all about building the momentum. That one could come down to UT/Notre Dame.

    What was your favorite recruitment of 2019? Which one do you look forward to most for 2020? And which one are you already dreading?

Favorite recruitment of 2019? Bru McCoy. Overall, most of the guys UT signed were low drama. I'll take that at my advanced age. For 2020 I look forward to Vernon Broughton for a few reasons. It should go UT's way, he's a fun kid with tons of talent, and my early predictions of him being a five-star should gradually crystallize. I've been dreading Zach Evans and not through any fault of his own. It's just going to be a huge circus and even though I have good sources on all sides of it the bigger the circus the more I have to nail the story. With so many twists and turns it's going to be a difficult one. Bonus: For 2021: Looking forward to the most: The Brockermeyers. For 2021: Looking forward to the least: Too early. Tunmise Adeleye could be all over the map but I like UT long-term.

     (1) are we likely to take a RB2 first and then wait for a RB1, or do we keep the deck clear until we get a RB1? (2) what is the likelihood we get shut out at RB1 this class?

1) I could see them trying to have a running back locked up late summer so as to cover their backside, similar to last year with Derrian Brown while pursuing Noah Cain. But, most of the players they're after are RB1s in a normal cycle so they may just take what they can get when they can get it. 2) It depends on who you're discussing but I think they land one of Evans, Milton, or McClellan. I stated earlier I like Evans vs any other individual school but I would still take the field. Milton will return with his father and that will help UT's cause. UT will need help from other schools cracking McClellan loose from OU.

    When would offering James Brock be too early? You've been on the pair since their Adam's Apples first sprouted, what's your take on his growth as a C prospect?

 I wrote yesterday I'd offer him now. I'm not faulting the staff or anything like that, I'm sure they have everything under control, or will soon, but to me it's a foregone conclusion he's going to be a Texas-level player so why wait? I'd try to lock them up ASAP.

    If we miss on Dorbah, (which doesn't seem super likely, but still) would the staff go after another B-backer type like Wooten, or maybe Sylvester, or change course and just use the spot for a defensive PBA?

They like Wooten. Sylvester would be a d-end. They also like this LB Moore kid from Amarillo Tascosa. Somebody mentioned him in the PB and I hit him up. Interesting guy.

    What's the timeline for finding out about Bru's eligibility this year?

Doesn’t exist. Hopefully before La Tech.

    Tosh Baker or Damieon George?

Depends... where is Zach Evans going??

    Is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️McGlothern a take?

No.

Huh, @closetojumping and him have different views on the Jordan recruitment.

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EJ changed his CB on Ryan Watts from Texas to cloudy. 

I don't know whom the staff is prioritizing at corner, and I highly doubt EJ does either, but I do recall seeing somewhere that Watts talked about playing with Jahari Rogers (OU legacy) in college.

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