Texas Recruiting Notes 2023: Strippers, Monkeys, and 5-Stars

[TheMailBox357 213]

2 hours ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

For what its worth - there are only 2 uncommitted DB's that Texas has offers out to.  One is Toviano, the other is Rodrick Pleasant out of Junipero Serra.

https://247sports.com/player/rodrick-pleasant-46116608/

Pleasant doesn't currently have any CB's.  He's taken OV's to Oregon and Boston College.

JESUS looking at Pleasant's ridiculous 100m & 200m track times & that he's only a mid 4-star, I'm gonna assume he's raw at playing CB.

[texifornia 57155]

 

[BurntOrange&White 40040]

2 hours ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

For what its worth - there are only 2 uncommitted DB's that Texas has offers out to.  One is Toviano, the other is Rodrick Pleasant out of Junipero Serra.

https://247sports.com/player/rodrick-pleasant-46116608/

Pleasant doesn't currently have any CB's.  He's taken OV's to Oregon and Boston College.

You left out the newest offer from Red Oak.

[sith_horn 2407]

2 hours ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

For what its worth - there are only 2 uncommitted DB's that Texas has offers out to.  One is Toviano, the other is Rodrick Pleasant out of Junipero Serra.

https://247sports.com/player/rodrick-pleasant-46116608/

Pleasant doesn't currently have any CB's.  He's taken OV's to Oregon and Boston College.

Dude can fly:

Scouting Report

Athletic Background

Also runs track.
CIF state champion as a junior in the 100 and 200 with a wind-aided 10.30 and a wind-aided 20.56, respectively. Ran wind-legal PRs of 10.14 and 20.40, which both sit atop the Spring 2022 national rankings on MileSplit.
Ran a 10.32 100 and a 20.59 200 as a sophomore.
- Gabe Brooks

 

[turtlepond 176]

Cedric Baxter deserves that 5th star….it will be wonderful to see him officially sign with Texas in December 

[cafe society 2876]

3 hours ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

For what its worth - there are only 2 uncommitted DB's that Texas has offers out to.  One is Toviano, the other is Rodrick Pleasant out of Junipero Serra.

https://247sports.com/player/rodrick-pleasant-46116608/

Pleasant doesn't currently have any CB's.  He's taken OV's to Oregon and Boston College.

I have been on the Pleasant bandwagon for a while but the articles I've read indicate he really likes USC.  

[Post Oak 20278]

31 minutes ago, sith_horn said:

Dude can fly:

Scouting Report

Athletic Background

Also runs track.
CIF state champion as a junior in the 100 and 200 with a wind-aided 10.30 and a wind-aided 20.56, respectively. Ran wind-legal PRs of 10.14 and 20.40, which both sit atop the Spring 2022 national rankings on MileSplit.
Ran a 10.32 100 and a 20.59 200 as a sophomore.
- Gabe Brooks

 

I'd offer a guy like this every cycle and tell him he's playing WR and returning kicks.  With Quinn's arm, we need as many burners as we can get.

[HtownHorn 14786]

3 hours ago, MuellerHorn said:

CB can always be addressed in the portal, as well. I'm not going to worry about any position unless Texas goes 5-7 again.

and it should only be to add elite players. We saw Johnson and Jordan ball out on Saturday. Bama WRs couldn't get much separation. CB is good hands, but we need to close Muhammed.

Brooks is coming along, and Watts had another strong performance, though he needs to break down his blitzes so it is easier to wrap up.

[TheMailBox357 213]

Have the IT mods discussed Vasek visiting for the Bama-UT game yet?

[BornAndRaised 12314]

Definitely a weird situation. As an Austin local and a Westlake resident, it doesn't surprise me at all if he was at the game. Especially in a town with no professional sports teams. If it was an OV though, that definitely changes things.

[Hank Scorpio 17731]

Del Conte needs to cancel his family’s season tickets if he sticks with OU. 

Edited September 12, 2022 by Hank Scorpio

[cmontexas 3283]

3 hours ago, Hookem2147 said:

I'm not. Like was mentioned above, CB is not the hardest position to find in the portal and as long as we hang on to Muhammad, we will be okay. It's encouraging that Austin Jordan from last cycle appear to be sticking at CB. That changes the outlook of the room from a numbers standpoint because there seemed to be questions if he would end up at safety. And having Allen and Hampton already in the boat in 2024 means that numbers still look good long term even if we end up only taking 1 true CB this cycle. Would obviously prefer we end up with 2 but I don't think it's dire.

Jamier Johnson was on the field for Bama's last drive. Not sure if that means something's there or if it's an indictment of where we stand depthwise at that position

[Mdhorn 5988]

2 hours ago, Texasrocks said:

Not really. Bama has plenty of highly rated receivers, including Georgia's leading receiver from last year.  We just need Saban to wait until after their bowl game to fire BoB. 

I'd sell Saban retiring until it's true, BoB leaving/getting canned and that their Heisman QB Bryce Young is likely going pro.  Also, Flood's offensive line, a stacked qb room, Marion as WR coach, a dynamic run game with stacked rb room coached by Choice, Sark's offensive scheme and prior development at Bama, and the likely upper trajectory of the offense.   

Edited September 12, 2022 by Mdhorn

[Ricky's one-hitter 9140]

5 minutes ago, cmontexas said:

Jamier Johnson was on the field for Bama's last drive. Not sure if that means something's there or if it's an indictment of where we stand depthwise at that position

Johnson was singled out in spring and camp reports constantly for his progress and work ethic. While he's not the most athletic player on the field, he's a good technician that knows the calls. That said, I would expect that an elite prospect (see closing speed) will outplay him and supplant him on the depth chart. If they keep Brooks at cb, he's probably the most likely candidate next offseason, followed by MM if he sticks. Brooks was 16 when he enrolled. He'll break out in a major way. 

Austin Jordan acquitted himself well. Ish is on the 3-deep. There are options on campus, it's just that Johnson is the best of them. 

[BornAndRaised 12314]

https://247sports.com/player/jordan-hall-46113691/

[TheMailBox357 213]

44 minutes ago, BornAndRaised said:

https://247sports.com/player/jordan-hall-46113691/

Yeah, I was never gonna get excited for Jordan Hall or Damon Wilson untill they at least OV to UT. So I'm not losing sleep over this news.

[HtownHorn 14786]

1 hour ago, cmontexas said:

Jamier Johnson was on the field for Bama's last drive. Not sure if that means something's there or if it's an indictment of where we stand depthwise at that position

Johnson played a lot after Jamison left in the 2Q, he's the backup at the position. He played well. Barron could move back there for a game or two if needed. Jordan replaced Johnson for a few snaps and he played well, too. 

CB depth is not a problem this year or next year.

I know this may be hard for many to grasp considering the past decade plus, but maybe just maybe, the players are actually developing under this coaching staff, such that players are growing into their roles in their 2nd year.

Edited September 12, 2022 by HtownHorn

[OB3 3629]

14 minutes ago, HtownHorn said:

Johnson played a lot after Jamison left in the 2Q, he's the backup at the position. He played well. Barron could move back there for a game or two if needed. Jordan replaced Johnson for a few snaps and he played well, too. 

CB depth is not a problem this year or next year.

I know this may be hard for many to grasp considering the past decade plus, but maybe just maybe, the players are actually developing under this coaching staff, such that players are growing into their roles in their 2nd year.

Didn’t the 995ers say they had a hard time pushing kids to the portal because they felt like they were getting developed and could see the improvement in their game? Thought it was bs at the time but hell it might be true

[Hiphopopotamos 20889]

2 hours ago, Ricky's one-hitter said:

Johnson was singled out in spring and camp reports constantly for his progress and work ethic. While he's not the most athletic player on the field, he's a good technician that knows the calls. That said, I would expect that an elite prospect (see closing speed) will outplay him and supplant him on the depth chart. If they keep Brooks at cb, he's probably the most likely candidate next offseason, followed by MM if he sticks. Brooks was 16 when he enrolled. He'll break out in a major way. 

Austin Jordan acquitted himself well. Ish is on the 3-deep. There are options on campus, it's just that Johnson is the best of them. 

Crazy that he's a year older than Ojomo.

[TommyGufano 6021]

6 hours ago, Hornlover said:

 

So Deal finally sees himself as a DL? Good. I assume he's an interior guy that liked what he saw on Saturday.

 

Pretty sure that Deal has always seen himself as a DL; recruitniks and coaching staffs less so

 

 

[SydneyCarton 48201]

36 minutes ago, TommyGufano said:

Pretty sure that Deal has always seen himself as a DL; recruitniks and coaching staffs less so

 

 

That’s how I remembered it too but I was too busy today to confirm earlier. Thanks. 

[Hornlover 8842]

1 hour ago, TommyGufano said:

Pretty sure that Deal has always seen himself as a DL; recruitniks and coaching staffs less so

 

 

 

57 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said:

That’s how I remembered it too but I was too busy today to confirm earlier. Thanks. 

Yup, you're right. I had it backwards. I was thinking he wanted to be an OL, while his potential is at DL. I was wrong. 

[Enchubben 5512]

13 hours ago, Mdhorn said:

I'd sell Saban retiring until it's true, BoB leaving/getting canned 

I don’t think BoB getting fired or leaving is a good selling point for Texas or any other team. If I’m Sark, I’d say at look at this butt chinned clown calling plays, he’ll be on the staff for years. 

[Herbie Hancock 7376]

Sark does what he’s supposed to do; what it appears he may be able to do, and we won’t have to negative recruit BoB or anyone else.

[BurntOrange&White 40040]

[BurntOrange&White 40040]

Bobby:

 

I get the sense that recruiting is starting to take further shape behind the scenes.

Last week’s performance served to cement a few relationships the Horns had with key recruits, and it also showcased what Texas could look like to others both near and far.

Nothing is impending to my knowledge, but after speaking with Gerry and Justin on Sunday and yesterday, I get the very real sense that you’ll like where things are headed.

[JesusSweatDuck 17812]

35 minutes ago, BurntOrange&White said:

Nothing is impending to my knowledge,

Imminent. The word is imminent you fucking moron 

[JesusSweatDuck 17812]

5 minutes ago, JesusSweatDuck said:

Imminent. The word is imminent you fucking moron 

Pending would work as well. Good lord

[IDIOTsavant 8502]

39 minutes ago, JesusSweatDuck said:

Imminent. The word is imminent you fucking moron 

Um…..

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impending

[Atticus 3994]

3 minutes ago, IDIOTsavant said:

Um…..

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impending

Yea, there was nothing blatantly wrong with the use of impending there. 

38 minutes ago, JesusSweatDuck said:

Pending would work as well. Good lord

Drink some coffee bud, let your brain cells warm up

[JesusSweatDuck 17812]

Alright I'm a moron, I'm going back to bed

[jofus 2266]

Alright I'm a moron, I'm going back to bed

You took a page right out of the aggy yell playbook! Be careful not to overdose.

[KeysPhoneWallet 807]

For the fun of arguing, imminent was the better choice. Impending usually comes along with doom… impending doom.

[JesusSweatDuck 17812]

24 minutes ago, KeysPhoneWallet said:

For the fun of arguing, imminent was the better choice. Impending usually comes along with doom… impending doom.

Yeah, it technically works but is weird choice, but whatever 

Edited September 13, 2022 by JesusSweatDuck

[UncleSonny 6573]

2 hours ago, BurntOrange&White said:

Haha, so it’s an absolutely no visits policy…unless like, you REALLY want to visit. Then it’s fine. 

[Hornlover 8842]

5 minutes ago, UncleSonny said:

Haha, so it’s an absolutely no visits policy…unless like, you REALLY want to visit. Then it’s fine. 

[Bevo 13601]

1 hour ago, JesusSweatDuck said:

Alright I'm a moron, I'm going back to bed

[HenryJames 66186]

Cheering for the imminent death of most of you.

[Ricky's one-hitter 9140]

9 minutes ago, UncleSonny said:

Haha, so it’s an absolutely no visits policy…unless like, you REALLY want to visit. Then it’s fine. 

Vasek: I'm going to visit Texas for the Alabama game

Venables: Uh...well...I can understand that. I bet your dad has season tickets.

Vasek: Yeah, he does.

Venables: ..........are you going to sit with your dad?

Vasek: I am not. I've got recruit tickets. 

Venables: 

[tokamak 6442]

1 hour ago, KeysPhoneWallet said:

For the fun of arguing, imminent was the better choice. Impending usually comes along with doom… impending doom.

We’re talking about Texas football circa 2010-202?, so I think impending doom actually works pretty well. 

[BornAndRaised 12314]

16 minutes ago, Ricky's one-hitter said:

Vasek: I'm going to visit Texas for the Alabama game

Venables: Uh...well...I can understand that. I bet your dad has season tickets.

Vasek: Yeah, he does.

Venables: ..........are you going to sit with your dad?

Vasek: I am not. I've got recruit tickets. 

Venables: 

I didn't need to laugh this hard this early.

[Bevo 13601]

18 minutes ago, HenryJames said:

Cheering for the imminent death of most of you.

Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind. Oh, and it's impending.

[Orange&White 5539]

17 minutes ago, Bevo said:

Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind. Oh, and it's impending.

A wise man once said, "Be nice, until it's time to not be nice."

[futureman 22551]

1 hour ago, HenryJames said:

Cheering for the imminent death of most of you.

death wish.  reported.

[Lou_Sassle 2892]

1 hour ago, HenryJames said:

Cheering for the imminent death of most of you.

I think you mean "impending death"..... fucking dumb ass.

[Duane Moore 5250]

Grammar talk not going away

[BurntOrange&White 40040]

[Hornlover 8842]

If we beat OU, then we're likely exceeding expectations on the field, and going after bigger edge targets than Vasek.

If we lose to OU, we ain't getting Vasek to flip.

Either way, I don't see him coming here. 

[South Austin 52626]

33 minutes ago, Duane Moore said:

Grammar talk not going away

Neither is punctuation talk.

[Ricky's one-hitter 9140]

3 minutes ago, Hornlover said:

If we beat OU, then we're likely exceeding expectations on the field, and going after bigger edge targets than Vasek.

Who? 

We would take both Damon Wilson and Vasek. Is there another national elite we've been recruiting, or would this be a fresh relationship beginning in October?