2023 Transfer Thread - Texas Capitalized, ATM Victimized

2 minutes ago, hook me said:

back-to-back shoulder injuries in 2021 & this year. Had reconstructive surgery this year.

What's the timeline on recovery from that?  Would he be able to go through spring ball?

4 minutes ago, UncleSonny said:

 

oh shit 

Assuming no long term injury complications huge potential pickup.  Let's make up for that earlier mistake of going to Arkansas

2 minutes ago, Elmer_Fudd said:

What's the timeline on recovery from that?  Would he be able to go through spring ball?

Google says full recovery for labral repair is 4+ months.  Catalon had his surgery Oct 17th.

7 minutes ago, Elmer_Fudd said:

What's the timeline on recovery from that?  Would he be able to go through spring ball?

Arky was anticipating him to be ready for spring ball according to an interview with Pittman in October. No clue if that's still the case but I'd imagine he would be in a non-contact jersey wherever he is this fall spring while learning whichever defense he'll be starting for next year.

Edited December 16, 2022 by hook me

6 minutes ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

Worth the risk.

Absolutely. Catalon is a dude.

10 minutes ago, UncleSonny said:

 

oh shit 

11 minutes ago, UncleSonny said:

 

oh shit 

I guess he doesn’t want to play for new defensive coordinator _________ __________. 

 

9 minutes ago, BornAndRaised said:

 

Texas needs to be all over this.

I don't care if Catalon can't participate in Spring practice. Let him recuperate, learn the playback, and get him back for summer ready to go. He's immediately the best safety in the room from a physical and football intelligence standpoint upon arrival. 

1 hour ago, texifornia said:

I remember he liked UT, but his very religious parents thought Herman was a dirtbag. Which.... yeah, pretty decent judges of character.

Fuck the Brocks

1 hour ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

Google says full recovery for labral repair is 4+ months.  Catalon had his surgery Oct 17th.

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

A little bizarre - Catalon isn't actually in the portal but Sam Pittman said he's leaning towards the portal. Weird for a coach to say that publicly.

5 minutes ago, Hornlover said:

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

lolwut

He would bring strong leadership to that at the very least. Worth pursuing

JFC, get that kid here before those religious rapist baptist get their claws in him!

Save the lard in cheeses!

17 minutes ago, Hornlover said:

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

you heal pretty quick then

13 minutes ago, Tex-19 said:

A little bizarre - Catalon isn't actually in the portal but Sam Pittman said he's leaning towards the portal. Weird for a coach to say that publicly.

So he can tell high school recruits there will be a starting spot open.

18 minutes ago, Hornlover said:

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

Do fret, you will be back on your knees in no time.

13 minutes ago, Tex-19 said:

A little bizarre - Catalon isn't actually in the portal but Sam Pittman said he's leaning towards the portal. Weird for a coach to say that publicly.

I view it as putting public pressure on boosters, etc to help convince Catalon to stay

28 minutes ago, Hornlover said:

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

Official 

1 hour ago, Hornlover said:

I was led to believe that the recovery time was 6 weeks after labia surgery.

 

12 minutes ago, Teryor said:

Official 

I would very much like to acquire the services of Mr. Catalon. 

What's the timeline on recovery from that?  Would he be able to go through spring ball?

Had both of my shoulders reconstructed; usable and functional strength in 6 months. Real feel, like nothing ever happened, closer to a year.

Is he going to be able to play full contact football in time, or is the timeline for doing normal, everyday life shit? 

2 hours ago, Lou_Sassle said:

 

South Austin's mom???

5 hours ago, TexasRenegade said:

"As God is my witness I thought Turkeys could fly."

One of the best comedies ever.

A little bizarre - Catalon isn't actually in the portal but Sam Pittman said he's leaning towards the portal. Weird for a coach to say that publicly.

Easier to let go of your old girlfriend if you already have a new girlfriend.

6 hours ago, UncleSonny said:

 

oh shit 

3 hours ago, Mother mopar said:

6 hours ago, Elmer_Fudd said:

What's the timeline on recovery from that?  Would he be able to go through spring ball?

Had both of my shoulders reconstructed; usable and functional strength in 6 months. Real feel, like nothing ever happened, closer to a year.

Lol dude no offense, but if you’re posting here this ain’t apples/apples….

Article on Catalon detailing some of his injury history 

https://www.bestofarkansassports.com/arkansas-football-jalen-catalon-injury-update-impact-2022/

A four-star recruit and top-250 overall prospect coming out of Mansfield Legacy in the 2019 class, Catalon was heavily recruited and likely would have been ranked higher had he not suffered a torn ACL in the first game of his senior season.

Even with the injury, former coach Chad Morris mentioned Catalon alongside the likes of Vince Young as one of the best recruits he’d ever seen in Texas. Despite that high praise and having a solid fall camp in which he had multiple pick-six interceptions, the Razorbacks failed to get him significant reps as a freshman.

In his first three collegiate appearances, Catalon played only a handful of snaps, with most coming on kneel downs or special teams. Because the coaching staff had botched the new redshirt rule, he was shut down after getting significant reps against Western Kentucky and playing well. It was eventually revealed that he was hampered by a slight tear in his labrum that required surgery.

Sam Pittman ended up reaping the benefits, as Catalon had a breakout 2020 season in which he made 99 tackles and three interceptions, earning All-SEC and Freshman All-American accolades.

There was talk of Catalon being a first-round pick after his redshirt sophomore season, and it started off on a high note with two interceptions in the opener against Rice, but that was derailed by injuries.

A broken hand likely contributed to Catalon not coming down with an interception or two against Ole Miss and then it was revealed he once again had a “tear” in his shoulder that required season-ending surgery.

Even after missing the second half of the regular season and the bowl game, there was a chance Catalon could declare for the draft and begin his NFL career, but instead, he opted to return for a fourth season with the Razorbacks. Unfortunately, it ended the same as his first and third — with shoulder surgery.

6 minutes ago, Vito Andolini said:

Article on Catalon detailing some of his injury history 

https://www.bestofarkansassports.com/arkansas-football-jalen-catalon-injury-update-impact-2022/

A four-star recruit and top-250 overall prospect coming out of Mansfield Legacy in the 2019 class, Catalon was heavily recruited and likely would have been ranked higher had he not suffered a torn ACL in the first game of his senior season.

Even with the injury, former coach Chad Morris mentioned Catalon alongside the likes of Vince Young as one of the best recruits he’d ever seen in Texas. Despite that high praise and having a solid fall camp in which he had multiple pick-six interceptions, the Razorbacks failed to get him significant reps as a freshman.

In his first three collegiate appearances, Catalon played only a handful of snaps, with most coming on kneel downs or special teams. Because the coaching staff had botched the new redshirt rule, he was shut down after getting significant reps against Western Kentucky and playing well. It was eventually revealed that he was hampered by a slight tear in his labrum that required surgery.

Sam Pittman ended up reaping the benefits, as Catalon had a breakout 2020 season in which he made 99 tackles and three interceptions, earning All-SEC and Freshman All-American accolades.

There was talk of Catalon being a first-round pick after his redshirt sophomore season, and it started off on a high note with two interceptions in the opener against Rice, but that was derailed by injuries.

A broken hand likely contributed to Catalon not coming down with an interception or two against Ole Miss and then it was revealed he once again had a “tear” in his shoulder that required season-ending surgery.

Even after missing the second half of the regular season and the bowl game, there was a chance Catalon could declare for the draft and begin his NFL career, but instead, he opted to return for a fourth season with the Razorbacks. Unfortunately, it ended the same as his first and third — with shoulder surgery.

TLDR...

Spoiler

 

 

4 minutes ago, OB3 said:

 

I've been OD'ing on aggy misery. Had no idea he entered the portal. Good luck to him.

4 minutes ago, utexas8 said:

 

They should because unlike Ewers they actually have a chance.

3 minutes ago, DanTheHorn said:

They should because unlike Ewers they actually have a chance.

Georgia tech, homie 

 

Edited December 17, 2022 by pacman

 

Go get that paper errr Bitcoin. Whatever

1 hour ago, OB3 said:

 

Bummer.  I'd hate to lose Junior.  Wanted to see him come back from the injury and kick ass next year - at Texas.  

Article on Catalon detailing some of his injury history 
https://www.bestofarkansassports.com/arkansas-football-jalen-catalon-injury-update-impact-2022/

A four-star recruit and top-250 overall prospect coming out of Mansfield Legacy in the 2019 class, Catalon was heavily recruited and likely would have been ranked higher had he not suffered a torn ACL in the first game of his senior season.

Even with the injury, former coach Chad Morris mentioned Catalon alongside the likes of Vince Young as one of the best recruits he’d ever seen in Texas. Despite that high praise and having a solid fall camp in which he had multiple pick-six interceptions, the Razorbacks failed to get him significant reps as a freshman.

In his first three collegiate appearances, Catalon played only a handful of snaps, with most coming on kneel downs or special teams. Because the coaching staff had botched the new redshirt rule, he was shut down after getting significant reps against Western Kentucky and playing well. It was eventually revealed that he was hampered by a slight tear in his labrum that required surgery.

Sam Pittman ended up reaping the benefits, as Catalon had a breakout 2020 season in which he made 99 tackles and three interceptions, earning All-SEC and Freshman All-American accolades.

There was talk of Catalon being a first-round pick after his redshirt sophomore season, and it started off on a high note with two interceptions in the opener against Rice, but that was derailed by injuries.

A broken hand likely contributed to Catalon not coming down with an interception or two against Ole Miss and then it was revealed he once again had a “tear” in his shoulder that required season-ending surgery.

Even after missing the second half of the regular season and the bowl game, there was a chance Catalon could declare for the draft and begin his NFL career, but instead, he opted to return for a fourth season with the Razorbacks. Unfortunately, it ended the same as his first and third — with shoulder surgery.

Yeah, I read this story and the first name that pops into my head is “Vince Young.”

Gimme a fucking break…

2 hours ago, Lhorn said:

Bummer.  I'd hate to lose Junior.  Wanted to see him come back from the injury and kick ass next year - at Texas.  

He's gone and it's ok. He gets a guaranteed starting spot somewhere to show out for the draft and we keep bringing along the '22s.

19 hours ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

Google says full recovery for labral repair is 4+ months.  Catalon had his surgery Oct 17th.

I had a labrum repair and it was a year before I was full strength. That was 15 years ago, though, and I’m guessing the physical therapy I got was substandard by UT’s standards. 

Is this the dude who has interest in texas as a recruit?

On 12/7/2022 at 10:26 AM, 52-80 said:

I, too, declare my intent to portal to Arizona State University

I'm about to test my eligibility...

7 minutes ago, Slacks said:

I'm about to test my eligibility...

Weren’t you on the team with Ron mcelvany?  You must have learned something. 

Give me some portal DL names. It appears the staff cut Spencer loose and didn’t push on Benton.

Edited December 17, 2022 by billfromlaketravis

16 minutes ago, billfromlaketravis said:

Give me some portal DL names. It appears the staff cut Spencer loose and didn’t push on Benton.

12 minutes ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

Jesus Gibbs in burnt orange needs to happen.