Recruiting Roundup 12-2-09

[Rockie]

Three-Star Conerback and North Carolina commitment Josh Hunter, from Charlotte, NC, was suppose to come this weekend, but had to cancel because he is taking either the ACT or SAT. Also, Jeron Stokes, the four-star wr commitment from Tennessee, cancelled his visit this weekend and will probably be next weekend. This will be a big weekend for the football team visit wise, here is a short list of who will be here, Five-star DT William Campbell, of Detroit, MI, four-star Juco Player and Mississippi State committment Parnell McPhee, of Fulton, Miss, four-star wr Stanford commitment Jameal Patterson of Mcdonough, GA, four-star ath Donavan Tate, of Cartersville, GA and also the following Michgian commitments will be in Fitzgerald Toussiant, of Youngstown, Justin Turner, of Massilon, Oh, Isaiah Bell, of Youngstown, Oh and two of Big Will's teamates from Detroit Cass Tech, Teric Jones and Thomas Gordon. Four-star ATH Cameron Gordon, of Inskter, MI, will probably be in next weekend. Looks like this is an Iowa and Michigan battle. Also coming in next weekend is a teamate of Michgian commitment Craig Roh of Scottsdale, AZ and that is four-star OL Taylor Lewan, Michigan Commitment three-star Safety Mike Jones, of Orlando, FL and three-star K Brendan Gibbons

On the basketball front, coming in this weekend is the following Jrs. four-star SG Tim Hardaway Jr. from Miami, Fl, also three-star SG Isaiah Skeyes, from Detroit, Mi, four-star SF, and number one recruit for Michigan in 2010, Trey Zigler, from MT Pleasant, MI and than 7-0 and four-star Center Georgetown De-committment, 2009 Graduate, Deshante Riley of Birmingham, MI

[Bossgobbler23]

Four-star ATH Cameron Gordon, of Inskter, MI, will probably be in next weekend. Looks like this is an Iowa and Michigan battle. Also coming in next weekend is a teamate of Michgian commitment Craig Roh of Scottsdale, AZ and that is four-star OL Taylor Lewan

I think 2010 QB recruit Cameron Gordon stays home and goes to U-M. He has already stated how easily the transition would be for him as he runs the exact offense at his high school. We do need offensive linemen and I think Taylor Lewan would be a much needed pick up should we get him.

[tpilews]

I think 2010 QB recruit Cameron Gordon stays home and goes to U-M. He has already stated how easily the transition would be for him as he runs the exact offense at his high school. We do need offensive linemen and I think Taylor Lewan would be a much needed pick up should we get him.

qb commits for 2010 will depend on the success the 2009 qbs have this upcoming season. If it looks like either of them could be a 4 year starter, that won't help landing a top qb. But, that 2010 qb could redshirt, giving him two years at the helm if he's willing to wait three years for that chance. We'll just need to wait and see what happens with the incoming freshmen before making predictions.

[amazinblue]

qb commits for 2010 will depend on the success the 2009 qbs have this upcoming season. If it looks like either of them could be a 4 year starter, that won't help landing a top qb. But, that 2010 qb could redshirt, giving him two years at the helm if he's willing to wait three years for that chance. We'll just need to wait and see what happens with the incoming freshmen before making predictions.

TPI,

The only thing I don't like about the various spread offenses these days in when the QB is expected to be very mobile - the chance of injury is a bit bigger than I'd like. That being said, seeing multiple QB's in a game is a good thing - I'm thinking of it from the perspective that we've got a lead, and the other QB is in for reps and some game experience.

So, assuming a freshman starts next year, and Cameron Gordon were to commit, he'd have a redshirt season - and then compete with whoever the starter is when they are in their third year of eligibility. I would like to avoid the problem we ran into this season when we were very light in the QB position - and, I think 3 decent QB's is the minimum number we want to go with once we're established...

[GoBlue21]

TPI,

The only thing I don't like about the various spread offenses these days in when the QB is expected to be very mobile - the chance of injury is a bit bigger than I'd like. That being said, seeing multiple QB's in a game is a good thing - I'm thinking of it from the perspective that we've got a lead, and the other QB is in for reps and some game experience.

So, assuming a freshman starts next year, and Cameron Gordon were to commit, he'd have a redshirt season - and then compete with whoever the starter is when they are in their third year of eligibility. I would like to avoid the problem we ran into this season when we were very light in the QB position - and, I think 3 decent QB's is the minimum number we want to go with once we're established...

Convincing a 18 year kid to commit to a team with 2 solid contributers in front of him is not an easy task. Especially when the 2 QB's are freshman while you are recruiting Gardner...Don't get me wrong, I would love to have him but if Beaver and Forcier are lighting up the scoreboard, Gardner is going to be sitting behind these 2 for at least 2 maybe 3 years. That's a tough pill to swallow...

Now if Beaver happens to redshirt because his shoulder isn't ready, Beaver would have a little edge on Gardner just being around the system but they would both be on the same level as far as game experience. Maybe Gardner beats him out at the #2 spot assuming Forcier is running the show.

I don't know where Sheridan/Threet fit into the mix, I'm sure Threet is still the man until someone beats him out. I just have a feeling that Forcier is going to be that man before the season starts. I hope Threet ups his level of competition because Forcier is bringing A LOT more to the table than Sheridan...

[tpilews]

TPI,

The only thing I don't like about the various spread offenses these days in when the QB is expected to be very mobile - the chance of injury is a bit bigger than I'd like. That being said, seeing multiple QB's in a game is a good thing - I'm thinking of it from the perspective that we've got a lead, and the other QB is in for reps and some game experience.

So, assuming a freshman starts next year, and Cameron Gordon were to commit, he'd have a redshirt season - and then compete with whoever the starter is when they are in their third year of eligibility. I would like to avoid the problem we ran into this season when we were very light in the QB position - and, I think 3 decent QB's is the minimum number we want to go with once we're established...

I agree we want to have 3 good qbs ready to play at any time. My point is just that 2010 is not the ideal year. 2011 is much better. He could redshirt one year and play behind the senior the next year, and then have 3 years of eligibility left. I'm just saying ideally 2011 w/ a redshirt, or 2012 w/o a redshirt is perfect.

[Rockie]

not Cam Gordon, but anyways, here is some intersting article on Gardner and other recruites
Devin Gardner is the quarterback for Inkster, and is looking to win a State Championship this weekend, as a junior. [Note: Inkster lost to EGR 43-24 in the state finals; this interview took place before that. –ed]

His team is obviously having a great year, but Gardner's individual stats stick out as well. He has 47 total TD's, 25 passing and 22 running, with only 6 INT's. He looks to take that success to a State Championship against East Grand Rapids. He hasn't been able to put 100% into his recruitment yet, but says he'll be able to narrow things down after his basketball season. Here's what he had to say.

TOM: What do you think has lead to your improvement from last year to this year?

DEVIN: Coach Carter helped me, he didn’t accept anything but perfection. We focused on throwing, decision making, and running. We run a mixture of a spread, the read option and pass, so it’s important to make good decisions.

TOM: What have you focused on when trying to improve?

DEVIN: I can always improve my decision making. I’m over 60% with my completion percentage, so that’s good. I just practice every play hard, so when game time comes, I know where my teams going to be. So in time it’s going to get better, and easier.

TOM: What goals do you want to accomplish for your senior year?

DEVIN: I want to win a state championship this year. Next year, I want to do the same thing. I don’t really want the individual award. If we win state then that means I did a good job.

TOM: When do you think you’ll really start to get into the recruiting process, and start to analyze schools?

DEVIN: I took a few visits, but haven’t really gotten into it yet, I’m still focused on state championships. I’m going to focus more during basketball season.

TOM: Are there already some schools that have you thinking about them?

DEVIN: Not really, all the schools are equal right now. I guess if I had to name the top right now it’s Penn State, Michigan, Ohio State, Michigan State, those are a few that have been in contact with me.

TOM: I heard that you said Ohio State is a school you really like, what about them sticks out to you?

DEVIN: When I was younger, I didn’t pay attention to the actual football game, but my favorite color was red, and they always won. I never knew about the Michigan, Ohio state rivalry, but they’ve always been good. They just continue to win, that’s what sticks out.

TOM: So does playing early factor into your decision?

DEVIN: Possibly. Anywhere I go there’s going to be competition, but it may come into play.

TOM: What about the style of offensive scheme, will that matter?

DEVIN: It doesn’t matter, because I’m getting better at throwing so it doesn’t matter. Plays are always going to break down, so if I’m in pro I can show my athleticism. Whether it’s designed to run or not, I’ll still be able to run.

TOM: Have you started building any relationships with coaches?

DEVIN: I talk to a lot of coaches, everyone that’s offered me. Most of the coaches talk about my family, and how I’m doing in school, they all are trying to build personal relationship.

TOM: Lately, there’s been some comparison with yourself and Robert Bolden, what do you bring to the field that he doesn’t? What sets you apart from the quarterbacks in your class?

DEVIN: I’m more athletic, and I’ve got great speed. My determination, I just want to win. I can’t speak for them, but I know I’m going to do whatever it takes to win. There are also a lot of athletes, not just quarterbacks, and I’m a quarterback that’s athletic.

TOM: Have you gotten to take any unofficial visits to any schools yet?

DEVIN: Yea, I went to Notre Dame, Bowling Green, Toledo, Michigan, MSU, and Ohio State for the Nike camp.

TOM: As a quarterback, how do you decide what school is really best for you?

DEVIN: That’s the toughest part, because that’s the most important decision of my life. My mom, brother, and coach Carter talk about what school is best. Ultimately it’s my decision, but they’ll help.

TOM: Do you want to try to go where any of your teammates go?

DEVIN: It would be nice if they could, but I want them to go where is best for them. That would be selfish of me. I tell coaches about them, because they work hard. From my class we have a really good wide receiver, Jonathon Taylor.

TOM: A question that a lot of people having been asking is about Michigan’s losing season. Can you weigh in on it? From a recruits point of view, how does this season, and the losing record factor in?

DEVIN: It really doesn’t bother me that much, because I saw Michigan last year, and it was totally different. They haven’t gotten their players yet. I can see the system will work, it’s just not working because the players aren’t doing the right things, or plays are breaking down. Once they get the right players, and the others used to it, they’ll be good.

TOM: Have you developed any relationships with other recruits yet?

DEVIN: Yea, Austin White, Nick Hill, we met at the Notre Dame game, Jeremy Jackson, Ricardo Miller, Robert Bolden, and Joe Boyster.
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[Bossgobbler23]

I agree we want to have 3 good qbs ready to play at any time. My point is just that 2010 is not the ideal year. 2011 is much better. He could redshirt one year and play behind the senior the next year, and then have 3 years of eligibility left. I'm just saying ideally 2011 w/ a redshirt, or 2012 w/o a redshirt is perfect.

I agree but every school has starting QB's and back ups until their number is called. Very rare will a QB come in as a freshman and have a chance to start. The kids know that they must learn for a year and earn their spot no matter where they play. Gardner would be great to have and even better to red shirt for a year. If not him there is another QB in Florida U-M is looking at.

[Hawks]

I think 2010 QB recruit Cameron Gordon stays home and goes to U-M. He has already stated how easily the transition would be for him as he runs the exact offense at his high school. We do need offensive linemen and I think Taylor Lewan would be a much needed pick up should we get him.

If Iowa wins the Big Ten next year or close (they could be favored next year, get used to it) and Michigan has a subpar year and most (not all) will be asking for a coaching change. It may scare him to Iowa, he could redshirt one year or be the backup his first year to Stanzi. Then play the next, that ofcourse depends if he is good enough. We stole that Wienke kid from you after Carr left. He may be next in line after Stanzi. We have three kids coming from Iowa for the 2009 class who have the abilitiy to be great WR. One looks like he has the potential to be the next Tim Dwight.

[Bossgobbler23]

Actully here is more of that interview. I believe it was in the Detroit News but I got this from Recruiting Planet.

http://www.recruitingplanet.com/foru...l-offer-2.html

Quote:
Offers from Bowling Green, Toledo, Central Michigan, Cincinnati, Michigan, Michigan State, Nebraska, Iowa and Wisconsin prove the lofty praise is warranted. The Spartans and Wolverines already are working hard to keep the 6-foot-4, 200-pounder in-state. Both programs have made strong early impressions.

"Michigan State said that I'm one of their top priorities and that I would fit in well," Gardner said. "They said I could come in and probably play if I work hard.

"I think I can fit into Michigan real easy," he continued. "They run the exact same offense that we run right now. I already knew the spread offense, but I'm learning (more). I'm doing everything better -- way better. If I go to Michigan, I wouldn't have to adjust that much."

Quote:
OSU a possibility
The biggest threat to the in-state rivals might come from Ohio State. The Buckeyes were Gardner's favorite growing up.

"They coming at me very hard," Gardner said. "They said they wanted to see some film. They want to offer me, but I need to send film first."

Even if Jim Tressel does extend a scholarship, don't expect a commitment from Gardner to OSU, or any other school, anytime soon. He is content to take a patient approach to better assess all of his options.

"There is not really a timeline (to make a decision)," he said. "If I find the right school at the right time, then I will just choose that school. I've still got to do a lot of research. That's why all the schools are really even right now."

Inkster junior ready now