More New Buckeyes for 2009

[Fish-n-Fool]

Looks like the Bucks picked up Darrell Givens kid - CB from Maryland. He is 6-1 and reportedly a lock down cover corner that can tackle. Pretty big "get" for the Bucks as he had offers from basically everybody.

Also looks like the best player in Pennsylvania is going to be a Buckeye 2 years in a row - Dorian Bell LB reportedly set to announce for the Bucks this afternoon at his high school. Bell is 6-2, 220lbs and a top 20 national player - another very big recruit.

How we continue to pile up all this LB talent from around the nation amazes me. We are stacked at the LB position for at least 3 more years with top tier talent with what we have currently in place.

Got to love it!!!!!!!!!!!

[Fish-n-Fool]

Done deal now for Bell - he had the afternoon press conference and made his pick.

I never remember us having this good of grasp on recruits in my time. It appears these kids feel that if they want to be a part of the team there is no time to hold out. We will move on to other options and their spot will be gone.

Lots of good news from the weekend on recruits. We really increased our status with several key guys that were considering joining the Buckeye family.
I look for this class in 2009 to provide as much or more fire power than the 08 class - WOW!

[Deehntr56]

The Gravy Train continues to barrel down the tracks.....:biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:

I agree on 2009...and yes the longer they wait....they may lose their shot at playing at OSU!

[Deehntr56]

Some more info......Givens BIO.... a junior (10-3), Darrell Givens had 82 tackles, seven pass breakups, three interceptions, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. He also returned a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns. He was named first-team All-County and All-State at cornerback; Givens benches 225pounds, squats 425 and has a 36-inch vertical jump.

Current Virginia Tech defensive end Nekos Brown is Givens uncle.


Now with Givens we have the #6 and #9 cornerback in the country locked up......this is getting better every day.....:biggrin:

[Fish-n-Fool]

This just in...... Jordan Hall now a Buckeye. Comitted over offers from Michigan, Penn St., Notre Dame and Pitt. There is some new young depth at tailback.

If this train doesn't slow down we'll have 16-18 guys by fall!!

[Francis]

Good to hear! Can't wait.

[TheCream]

Great news!

[Deehntr56]

The train that keeps on rolling is called the "Tressel Express":

On Monday, Bell made his feelings known officially as he pledged his services to the Ohio State Buckeyes. The second year in a row that the Buckeyes have landed the top player in Pennsylvania.

The #1 rated SLB in the country!!!

Bell is a rare breed of linebacker who can play all three positions. He takes on and can shed blockers or neutralize them. He moves very well through traffic. His lateral speed from sideline to sideline is very impressive. He can cover as well as most high school safeties. Bell is asked to blitz a a lot and he gets to the quarterback in a hurry. He is very explosive off the edge and in pursuit.

This Bell kid will be tough!!!

Now....Jordon Hall is ranked around 17th in the country as a RB......He had 891 yards rushing and 20 touchdowns last year. He totaled 27 catches for 704 yards receiving and nine touchdowns. He also scored touchdowns via kick return, punt return and on an interception return. He totaled an amazing 32 touchdowns. He was named to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review "Terrific 25", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette"Fab 22" and was named First-Team Class AA All-State. He runs a 4.5 40...and is around 5'9" and 185 lbs...not too bad!!!

Is PA. becoming an OSU pipeline?????

[Fish-n-Fool]

I think with the current state of the PSU program (shambles) and the lackluster prior 10 years overall we are able to pluck some of the best PA players. Many of these guys would have been a much tougher sale 15 years ago and probably would have stayed home.

I'm not sold on Hall - guys that small need either incredible speed (like 4.4 or better) or a frame that shows they can become 215+lb backs to have an impact on our roster. Hall has neither so far as I can tell. It seem that not many backs this small help our team in the end; maybe provide some depth for practice, etc. We'll take a crack at him; hopefully he matures into a Javon Ringer type of runner and not a Mo Wells type guy.

We'll get a better TB recruit in this class yet, and we have at least 2 good ball carriers in Saine & Herron for 2009 if Beanie does the "smart" thing and takes the mountain of cash that comes with being the #1 RB in the draft. We all like Saine and Herron is a little beast toting the rock - runs much tougher than his size would indicate and always falls forward!

[Redhunter1012]

If I'm not mistaken, Hall was being offered as a Slot by UM. Maybe the same for OSU. OSU is gonna have a scary good defense in 2 years. Givens is absolutely a stud. Barring injury, he'll be a 1st day draft pick in a few years. And Bell, what can you say? Will probably start at WLB and then take over at MLB with all the speed the Big 10 is starting to incorporate. Great pickups by Tressell.

[TheCream]

If I'm not mistaken, Hall was being offered as a Slot by UM. Maybe the same for OSU. OSU is gonna have a scary good defense in 2 years. Givens is absolutely a stud. Barring injury, he'll be a 1st day draft pick in a few years. And Bell, what can you say? Will probably start at WLB and then take over at MLB with all the speed the Big 10 is starting to incorporate. Great pickups by Tressell.

You just used "speed" and "Big Ten" in the same sentence without saying "lack of." Somewhere in the South there are folks calling you an idiot! :D :bouncy: :D

[Fish-n-Fool]

Red - slot makes more sense, but I still don't like him on our team for that position at his size. He will sure need to be a play maker to have any impact, but I really don't know much about him? Maybe he has great moves and vision - lots of things can make a guy something different.

Scary good D in 2 years:shhh: - we don't think the 08 defense is going to look too bad out there either:yikes:

[Deehntr56]

Right now, the next 3-4 years look real solid on defense especially with some of these new prospects committing and with hwat we have coming back next year.

The offense looks real good as well..Tressel Express is in high gear....:biggrin:

Hall is on the small side, but I wouldn't count him out at TB.....He still has his senior year and with the right conditioning and strength coach and training could turn into a pretty good back.

[Redhunter1012]

Just can't imagine him beating out even half of the guys you already have at tailback. But moreso see him playing slot at college level since you'll be opening up the offense next year with Pryor. Look for you guys to start picking up some of the smaller/quicker recievers. You guys lack speed at wideout. Also, I know your defense is very good this year, but, if half these guys play up to potential, It's even too scary to think about. About the speed issue: UM is raising the bar in terms of speed. OSU is gonna be increasing speed as well. Illinois is already finished installing their offense, and Purdue always runs the spread.

[Deehntr56]

Speaking of UM.....I drove by Ann Arbor Saturday and Sunday....left an OSU Banner there on the Big House...after visitng Cabelas.:biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Speaking of UM.....I drove by Ann Arbor Saturday and Sunday....left an OSU Banner there on the Big House...after visitng Cabelas.:biggrin:

Not nice. Although just the other day I was talking to an OSU graduate for a couple minutes, and then I paid him for the Pizza and shut the door.:p

[Deehntr56]

Yeah, but if you only knew what you ate in THAT pizza!!!:p :biggrin:

Q: What's the only sign of intelligent life in Ann Arbor?
A: Columbus: 187 Miles

[Deehntr56]

Now you got me going......:biggrin:

Q. What did the Michigan graduate say to the Ohio State graduate?
A. "Welcome to McDonald's. May I take your order, please?"

[Deehntr56]

A Wolverine football player was almost killed in a tragic horseback riding accident. He fell from the horse and was nearly trampled to death. Luckily, the manager of the Wal-Mart came out and unplugged it in time!

[Fish-n-Fool]

Justin Boren officially tranferred - free offensive line depth right there!!!
I would sure hate to be him during the Michigan game in a couple seasons - if he is on the field he better watch his blind side at all times:mischeif:

Chris Fields is quoted in the Dispatch today saying coach Rich Rod and UM have been making additional efforts for his services. He says they are very unlikely to change his mind - But you never know. I think he is an Ohio guy all the way and I heard him say in a radio interview if not OSU it would be USC. So I don't see him backing out and heading north:tsk:

[Deehntr56]

Oppppsss...just saw this...Boren has officially announced...and it will add depth.:biggrin: Tressel Express......at it's best.

His father said he was contacted by over 50 schools after he left Michigan...

I am sure RR...Is after Fields.....many would be....he has to get any recruits he can at this point.....to help the program.......

[Redhunter1012]

Our program is fine. We lack a little depth at OL, but are in good shape nonetheless. The overall speed we are bring in at the skill positions and on defense is absolutely astounding. Just give that speed to the best S&C coach in the business, and a recipe for high success is in the making. We will be the better conditioned team in every game we play from here on out. If we lose, it'll be because we were outplayed and outmanned. Talk about the Tressell express all you guys want, in 2 years we will be on par with everyone else in the country.

[jeffmo]

Talk about the Tressell express all you guys want, in 2 years we will be on par with everyone else in the country.

highly doubtful.a new coaching staff,a new style of ball that the players aren't comfortable with and throw in the fact that rr is gonna face some very real recruiting issues.i really don't think they've hit bottom up there yet and i guess i might as well give my opinion on rr.i don't think the michigan fans and press are gonna warm up to him very much in the next several years.
that's just a couple of pennies worth of opinion though,but i coulld be wrong.
hey,i have an ohio state connection now!!!!
i'm a patient of one of the teams orthopedic surgeons.yesterday i had the very fun experience of recieving a cortizone shot in the shoulder from him.shots don't usually bother me at all but that one made me pucker up a little bit,wow!
anyway,i get 8 weeks of pt then we'll see if i have to get cut on or not.it's hell, to get old!!!

[Deehntr56]

Tressell express is just warming up...and I agree with Jeffmo......on his assesments, along with teh quarterback situation at UM is really hurting right now...spring sessions showed that pretty well......all I know is that recruits are signing earlier and earlier to get on the Tressel Express...and that train is now heading to the NFL Train Station:biggrin: :biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

This is why I said 2 years. Hell, this is a complete facelift to UM football. I have no doubt he'll be successful And if you think he's gonna struggle recruiting, your nuts. Hell, UM basically recruited on it's brand name the past 5 years because Lloyd and his staff were lazy, minus a couple assistants. We are already on pace for a top 5 recruiting class. We'll get plenty of top recruits. What is great is we finally have the teachers to develop them into better players.

[jeffmo]

in 2 years he won't be in the top 10 at the end of the season.
now,you can talk all of the "we" and "us" stuff you want but time will tell.

[Deehntr56]

I like that avatar jeffmo.....:D

[Redhunter1012]

in 2 years he won't be in the top 10 at the end of the season.
now,you can talk all of the "we" and "us" stuff you want but time will tell.

Absolutely! No doubt that this year we'll probably lose 4 games. OSU, Wisky, and a couple others of the middle tier teams. This thread really won't go anywhere. More of a pissing match:D I say we'll be great, you say not so much. Agree to disagree.:)

[deerhunt45]

Sometimes it's fun to piss down someone's boot and tell them it's raining just to get a reaction :cheeky-smiley-022: ;) :D

I've been reading the recruiting threads and I must say, you guys seem to have lots of inside information. Incredible and fascinating. Keep it coming, I'll be the best informed TOSU/Big Ten fan in my neighborhood :coolgleamA:

[jeffmo]

Talk about the Tressell express all you guys want, in 2 years we will be on par with everyone else in the country.

so which is it?
are you saying that michigan will be competing for a nc in 2 years?

[Redhunter1012]

Our system will be fully implemented by next year. The QB we want will be there in 2009, but he'll be a freshmen nonetheless. Yes, I'll say by 2010 we'll be serious contenders for a NC. In all honesty, Rich Rod will force the rest of the Big 10 to rethink how they recruit. We will be the conference's fastest team in 2009.

[Deehntr56]

:yikes: Chit...fastest Team...Now thats funny!!!

[Redhunter1012]

Have you even looked at the speed we're bringing in? Even faster than what the Tressell Express is bringing in. I know, I know. I'm now waiting for you guys to go and bring back some inflated numbers of that great Buckeye team speed. And I'm by no means saying that we'll beat you guys because of it. But we will no doubt be the fastest, most conditioned team in the Big 10.

[Deehntr56]

Hahahahahaha...you are killing me with all this laughing...you have 4 recruits lined up for 2009...is this speed Richrod is bringing from the porsche he bought with WV's money???

Just curious?:biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Actually it's 6 recruits to your 12, but I'm sure that was a typo because you guys are the total recruiting gurus. But why does it matter how fast you get them? They can't sign till February anyhow. And I think Rich Rod had alot of catching up to do with last years class when he first came in. Remember, he's having to move into new recruiting areas and forge different relationships within certain areas. But I'm sure you already knew that too. He pretty much was behind from the start. Osu had like 6 verbals even before last years class signed. Anyhow, I let you guys get back to changing into your scarlet and gray underoos and praying to your sweatervest poster before you guys go to bed.

[Deehntr56]

Actually we have a Bomb Fire os Saturday Nights, and sit around the camp fire, praising and thanking Michigan for all the wins recently.:biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Some more info......Givens BIO.... a junior (10-3), Darrell Givens had 82 tackles, seven pass breakups, three interceptions, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. He also returned a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns. He was named first-team All-County and All-State at cornerback; Givens benches 225pounds, squats 425 and has a 36-inch vertical jump.

Current Virginia Tech defensive end Nekos Brown is Givens uncle.


Now with Givens we have the #6 and #9 cornerback in the country locked up......this is getting better every day.....:biggrin:

Rumors floating about Givens decomitting. Also rumblings from some of my sources a few days ago about a current Buckeye comitt that was going to "sneak" up to the BBQ at the Big House on the 17th. A few of us thought it was Linsley, but now looks as if it is Givens. I'll update when I hear more. The Givens stuff is all over the NET right now.

[jeffmo]

Anyhow, I let you guys get back to changing into your scarlet and gray underoos and praying to your sweatervest poster before you guys go to bed.

just like a michigan fan.......letting an ohio state fans underwear occupy their mind. it's disturbing!!!!!:coco: :coco:

i have a great road trip coming up on tuesday.we're headed up to northern michigan to shroom hunt for a week.
those pusserine fans up there just don't seem to like our ohio state flag flying in the back of the truck! maybe it simply gives them some bad flashbacks!:biggrin: :biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

just like a michigan fan.......letting an ohio state fans underwear occupy their mind. it's disturbing!!!!!:coco: :coco:

i have a great road trip coming up on tuesday.we're headed up to northern michigan to shroom hunt for a week.
those pusserine fans up there just don't seem to like our ohio state flag flying in the back of the truck! maybe it simply gives them some bad flashbacks!:biggrin: :biggrin:

See, I try to be civil. I even held off on this thread to ease the tensions for awhile. Then I come back with some interesting info, and Jeffmo can't hold off:nono: Actually, I now believe it is Linsley that is coming to the BBQ at the Big house on Saturday. I guess the whole Boren thing made the depth charts look even more ominous for him. Anyhow, we used to go up to the Pigeon River area. Camp along the Black River on Tin Shanny Road. Lots of good areas along there. We also used to stay at Otsego Lake Campground too. I personally like camping along the Black. You literally can catch native Brook Trout from your tent along there. Very Beautiful area. Dad is trying to get me to take off on a Thursday later on this month and spend a weeknd up there.

[Deehntr56]

See, I try to be civil. I even held off on this thread to ease the tensions for awhile. Then I come back with some interesting info, and Jeffmo can't hold off Actually, I now believe it is Linsley that is coming to the BBQ at the Big house on Saturday. I guess the whole Boren thing made the depth charts look even more ominous for him.

Let me help you out here Red.....

Givens has been thinking of playing with his high school teammates.....been in the thought process for a few weeks....4 of his friends are playing for Penn State...he has now recommitted to the Nittany Lions......not Michigan.

With all the talent on the OSU squad....some players, now and then, are thinking to "down grade" to other teams so they can play......this will happen.:biggrin: :biggrin:

Not a Big Deal......small stuff...considering our stable of talent and the Tressel Express.:biggrin:

[jeffmo]

Anyhow, I let you guys get back to changing into your scarlet and gray underoos and praying to your sweatervest poster before you guys go to bed.

did you expect NO response when you wrote that about us buckeye fans? you put those jabs out there you gotta expect a couple back.
but there's no reason to get upset.:bouncy: :bouncy:

[Redhunter1012]

did you expect NO response when you wrote that about us buckeye fans? you put those jabs out there you gotta expect a couple back.
but there's no reason to get upset.:bouncy: :bouncy:

Not upset. I posted that one awhile ago:) The whole Givens thing is wierd. We have been hearing for a few days that a Buckeye comittment is "looking around" and will be attending the BBQ at the Big House. We had all thought Linsley, due to several insiders knowledge. But when the Givens thing happened, we thought maybe it was him. But not so. Still pretty sure it's Linsley. As far as Givens, he'll probably decomitt from several more schools before it's all over. He's almost comitted to 3 different schools now, not counting his surprise comitt to OSU.

[jeffmo]

COOL!:coolgleamA:

[Deehntr56]

Think OKU and Berry.......Think of them in and OSU uniform.......

[Redhunter1012]

Think OKU and Berry.......Think of them in and OSU uniform.......

God, you're really on top of everything there Dee! LMAO! Oku just dropped O$U and U$C from his list a couple days ago. His top 5 is Michigan, Nebraska, Tennesee, Illinois, and Florida State. Insiders will tell you that Michigan and Nebraska are the top 2 for him. Jaamal Berry isn't going to O$U either. LMAO! You need to quit reading the Top 100 list's and seeing who each player has listed. Those list's are rarely updated. Berry will go to Florida or Georgia. If you're that interested in recruiting and knowing what's going on, get a premium account on the Ohio State Scout site. 10 bucks a month. You'd be amazed how much more you'll know.

[Deehntr56]

LMAO....Now that's funny...Wishigan in the top 5...just like they are in the top 5 in the country....NADA!!!:D :D

Keep dreaming and hoping as tressel keeps on getting em' there Red!

[Redhunter1012]

LMAO....Now that's funny...Wishigan in the top 5...just like they are in the top 5 in the country....NADA!!!:D :D

Keep dreaming and hoping as tressel keeps on getting em' there Red!

Wow Dee, you really layed the wood to me there (insert sarcasm) No, basically we're in his top 2. Maybe Illinois has a decent chance at him. He likes their situation at depth for immediate playing time, which is why he eliminated OSU and USC. If I had to bet, I'd say he goes to Nebraska.

[Deehntr56]

More Funny stuff.....how much do you pay for this????

I would get a refund!:D :D :D

[Redhunter1012]

More Funny stuff.....how much do you pay for this????

I would get a refund!:D :D :D

So are yo saying that OKU didn't eliminate O$U and U$C? If that is your stance, you better go ask some of your "insiders", they'll tell you the same. I could honestly care less 1 way or the other if we get him. I'd be happy, but we already have a pretty solid stable of runningbacks. And Sam McGuffie coming in this year is gonna make a few shy away. Now this is the point where you tell me how great Beanie is, and all his backups. Let's hear it.

[Deehntr56]

Yes on OKU, and nothing needs to be said on how great Beanie is...just look at the score of the UM/OSU game this year and last and his contribution to it and....that will say it all.:biggrin:

Now...let me help you along with recuiting.....Rememer Eric Shrive being a shoe in for Notre Dame???? Illinois #2...Penn not in the picture.....where did he go?;) :biggrin:

Never count out any player from going to a any team....they will say all kinds of stuff, to motivate other teams...coaches, asst. coaches, media, and anyone else that talks the talk......they will talk all kinds of stuff to "leverage" their position. They may say nothing, so the team and coach think his interest isn't there and they offer him more. Even committed players change their mind........what helps some players make good decisions is their "inner ring" of friends and family.....and even then they get it wrong....It's like going to Las Vegas, and playing the slots.:D

Look back at some highly rated recruits and see how they did in college. Some do well, many do not.....it comes down to good breaks, luck, hard work, and commitment, and more luck.


I am in the process right now of watching and listening and helping a good friends daughter being recruited by 7 Divison 1 schools and I can't tell you how many other schools for her track skills. The girl is a fabulous long jumper... over 19'6".....holds many records here and OSU is hot on her trail.

One school had her bought in early, if they offered her a full ride...they didn't........if they did, she would of took it.

OSU Jumped in mid stream, and they have offered along with many others.....that 1st school now has come back and offered her a full ride...you know what...too late...they may of lost her. OSU is looking good.So is Michigan State, Illinois, Indiana and several others.

It can change in a heart beat...and several of these schools were not in it.

That's the game......

[Redhunter1012]

Dee, alot of insiders were wondering if Shrive was gonna waver on ND for awhile now. He'd only be like the 10,000th top O-Lineman they promised a chance of starting in the past 2 years. Everybody knew it had to start with someone, and it was Shrive. You're so full of crap on the whole Oku situation. He came out 2 days ago with his updated list, and he dropped OSU and USC because they were stacked at RB. If you've been keeping up on the recruiting websites, you already know this. It's not that hard to grasp.

[Redhunter1012]

Here ya go Dee.
Sorry, shouldn't have posted it. Sent you a PM Dee

[Deehntr56]

Don't believe everything you read and hear on the net....that's money wasted......Jamaal Berry now is a hot commodity...much more so that 3-4 months ago.....not published........get close to team connections....players...involved Alumni......much more reliable......

[Redhunter1012]

I understand you on that Dee. Things change on a dime. I hope you seen the interview of Oku I sent you. Eventually OSU is gonna be like USC, where kids start to actually look at the depth chart at RB and realize the chance to shine is minimal. Have you looked at USC's depth Chart at RB lately? It's been a few months, but last I looked, they had 7 High School All American RB's with atleast 2 years of eligibilty left. And they just keep lining up. You guys are now looking real strong for Cory Brown from Gateway PA. You just offered a few days ago and I don't think it'll be long before he drops for you guys.

[Deehntr56]

Yes, I agree...that is why some great ones change and head into another direction.

USC Is scary at RB to say the least..and they landed the best quarterback in the 2009 class Matt Barkley...the West coast consistently produces NFL caliber players year in and year out...and it should.... the population density dictates it.

[Redhunter1012]

Yes, I agree...that is why some great ones change and head into another direction.

USC Is scary at RB to say the least..and they landed the best quarterback in the 2009 class Matt Barkley...the West coast consistently produces NFL caliber players year in and year out...and it should.... the population density dictates it.

Yea, there QB situation is scary as well. Sanchez, Mustain, Corp, now Barkely. Sanchez and Mustain both have 2 years left, Corp has 4, what is Barkely thinking?

[Deehntr56]

Barkley thinks he's a stud!:biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

OSU got Reid Fragel today. He's a 3* TE from Grosse Point MI. He'll be another typical great blocking TE for OSU.

[Fish-n-Fool]

Fragel should look a lot like Ballard out there - this kid is BIG, 6-8 and growing.

Red - I got a laugh out your great blocker comment:biggrin: TOSU constantly TALKS about bringing the TE into the passing game, but we never see it:confused: Sure we toss in a play here or there, but they aren't really part of the plan for some reason. Ballard is a big, athletic target with soft hands - he will play in the NFL yet we still don't look for him. Nicole is no slouch, but Ballard is a Sunday TE. You would hope Tress and Co. learned how valuable the TE can be from LSU in the NC game!

Fragel said he liked UM too, but they recruited him as strictly a tackle (he could grow into one no doubt). He loved TOSU and wanted the chance to catch the ball - LOL:D The kid will get the ball more than playing tackle, but I bet he doesn't catch more than 2 dozen passes in his college career:dizzy:

[Redhunter1012]

Actually, the new staff at UM hadn't offered him. We really don't need TE's, unless it's a dual threat. I actually don't understand the lack of balls thrown to the TE at OSU. Boeckman could really use that security blanket. Tressell has never really used them though. Maybe he hasn't got over Ryan Hamby's drops against Texas;) Most OSU insiders gripe about it too. Maybe Stoneburner, he'll use him to stretch the field. Lord knows he can't really be expected to block.

[jeffmo]

hartsock was the last one that was thrown to on a fairly regular basis.

[Fish-n-Fool]

Red - Stoneburner will not be listed as TE on the roster and won't play there. With his size and a legit 4.5 or better 40 he is WR all the way. They may line him up there ocassionally, but it will be to get down field. If he is listed TE on the roster it will be strictly BS.

Fragel - UM didn't officially offer because he had no interest in playing anything other than TE. If he would have agreed to add weight and move positions he would have had his scholarship the same day. He's no superman, but there really isn't much to dislike about this kid.

I'm not saying this as a Bucks fan (honestly), but I would be a bit concerned about how RR has handled the state of Michigan to this point. Sure, you can & will get some good national kids, but you absolutely have to get the best players from in-state. It does not set a good precedent to let your best in-state guys leave the state (or play for M. State). Sure the state of Michigan doesn't produce a huge number of D-I players, but you need the very best to stay put. So far, it seems some of the top players are more interested in playing somewhere else. I'm not smashing the panic button yet, but I would be getting concerned.

I'm going to hold judgement for a couple seasons and see what happens up there. I initailly thought RR would get them back to the top within 3 seasons, but I am relaxing a bit on that as things continue to develop. I do think from a non-biased opinion (as non-biased as I can be) OSU will continue to be king for at least 3-4 more years before we see the league level off.

I just hope UM finds a way to beat down ND this year and shut them up!!!!

[Redhunter1012]

I have no doubts about smoking the Domers, they are very bad. The only instate guys we lost so far that we wanted were Jackson and Norman. But we cooled on Jackson after we learned we were getting McNeil, who is more suited for our offense, and higher ranked. We have the #1 instate guy in Will campbell, his teammate Teric Jones, a RB, and 7th rated player. We are still waiting to see if Dion Sims wants to play FB or Basketball. If it's football, he'll be Blue. His Dad works for the University. He's the only TE we're recruiting.

[Fish-n-Fool]

I figure yoru defense should be good enough to hold ND down. And well, ND hasn't played defense since Charlie was hired, so you ought to move the ball on them even with a new system. I'm glad you guys are confident because I really don't like the Irish mostly due to the new coach and the bias the program gets every year. They haven't had a good team in so many years, yet the attitude around there is something else:confused:

As far as the in-state recruiting I'm not just talking about losing a couole guys - that always happens to every team. I would be more concerned with the amount of young players (9th,10th graders) that are already talking about going somewhere else. At this point the talk means, well nothing. But, I would be watching how things go the next couple years very closely. IMO it will either turn around or it could spiral and spell 2nd to 4th place league finishes.

I honestly hope it turns around next year for ya - I don't expect a great year this season with all the youth and new system. But you should be in good shape for 2009 forward if the program is "back".

[Redhunter1012]

Building better instate relationships will be important for RichRod. Although right now we are mostly offering kids from the south. But that is expected due to all the Southern relationships the new staff has built in. As for Notre Dame, they've been returning to Glory for 17 years now.LOL. They are terrible. I honestly don't see how Weis is considered a great coach. For awhile, people were crediting him with turning Tom Brady into what he is, but I think it was the other way around. I do think they may be a .500 team this year, but with that schedule, they should be. As for UM, I don't think 8-4 is out of the question, but I would be happy with 7-5 the first year, with a bowl win. We still have more talent on the team than anybody we play except OSU. It's just the QB situation that scares me and everyone else the next 2 years. I'm actually not that worried about our O-line. We have some very talented and athletic kids in there that just lack experience. We have a soft schedule the 1st 4 games that should help us grow with experience.

[Deehntr56]

I see you all have been good while I was gone.....:D :D

FNF....If Fragel gets 2 dozen passes...it will be a miracle......Pryor will be running and gunning, and Fragel will be blocking......:biggrin:

[Deehntr56]

Trent Richardson to Florida.......cross that one out for the Blue....

[Redhunter1012]

Trent Richardson to Florida.......cross that one out for the Blue....

Who? Oh, BTW, Shaq Evans has scheduled an Official visit with UM for this summer, along with OSU, ND and I believe Loiusville. Not that I'm expecting to get him, but that kills your argument that we'd never get as close as you guys:cheeky-smiley-022:

[Deehntr56]

Yep..he has...only a courtesy visit to UM and ND, since he's visiting OSU.:D

Shaqs #1 and #2 picks by a long shot is USC and UCLA...Still...until he visits OSU

[Redhunter1012]

Yep..he has...only a courtesy visit to UM and ND, since he's visiting OSU.:D

Shaqs #1 and #2 picks by a long shot is USC and UCLA...Still...until he visits OSU

LOL! You are a trip Dee:) I bet he has no real interest in them at all. I'm sure you heard that straight from Bill Green or NevadaBuck on the Bucknut Freeboards. I was just pointing out the fact that you said UM couldn't even garner any interest from him because he is such a stud. I however do agree that we stand no real shot. I wouldn't underestimate Weis at ND though. I don't know how, but he still convinces recruits that he is an offensive genius:coco:

[Deehntr56]

Yes I am Red.....and you won't forget that either.....and I enjoying messing with ya Red......Shaquille is making his rounds...he is "politic-ing" with every school that will shout him out as a stud and make an offer...so he can leverage for his best deal for the school he wants.....many of the schools on his list "are just leveraging tools"...for the one he wants...Pryor did it, and many others have also...expect him to to go a West Coast, Pac-10team.......

Weis early on.... I thought was good......but I am wondering big time, on his ability to recruit, teach, and put together a good college team...his last 2 years have been horrible.......and this year may just show how bad his "schooling" of the game is!!!:D

This year will show it all.....for his carreer at the college level.

[Redhunter1012]

Yes I am Red.....and you won't forget that either.....and I enjoying messing with ya Red......Shaquille is making his rounds...he is "politic-ing" with every school that will shout him out as a stud and make an offer...so he can leverage for his best deal for the school he wants.....many of the schools on his list "are just leveraging tools"...for the one he wants...Pryor did it, and many others have also...expect him to to go a West Coast, Pac-10team.......

Weis early on.... I thought was good......but I am wondering big time, on his ability to recruit, teach, and put together a good college team...his last 2 years have been horrible.......and this year may just show how bad his "schooling" of the game is!!!:D

This year will show it all.....for his carreer at the college level.

Fat Charlie can recruit like no other, he just can't coach. From what most insiders are saying, UCLA is his leader by a bunch right now. While in the midwest, it'll be visits to UM, ND, OSU, Tenn, and LSU.

[Deehntr56]

Fat Charlie can recruit like no other, he just can't coach. From what most insiders are saying, UCLA is his leader by a bunch right now. While in the midwest, it'll be visits to UM, ND, OSU, Tenn, and LSU.


With OSU way out ahead in that group......:biggrin: :biggrin:

Weis is an ok recruiter...look at what he has done and has recruited to date....marginal at best.

[Fish-n-Fool]

I'll throw my hat in on Charlie - he can recruit and he has the players in place with 3 top 10 classes. He simply can not develop talent and has no idea how to manage a CFB program. It is plain to see he was cheating when he had his sucess at NE. He was hired because of his UNCANNY KNACK for sceaming against defenses - pretty easy to call a play when you know what the defense is doing; even I could do it:biggrin: Say what you want about the youth last year, there is no excuse for the offensive performance. Our second string would have put out 5X the production - it was absolutely pathetic. Rather than admit they got the wrong man at a very high price, ND has decided to spend even more cash and go make some good hires.

I expect ND to get much better now that they have quality play calling and a new D coordinator. Watch and see - ND will improve with the new guys running the offense and defense & Charlie will get all the credit. I'm not predicting a BCS game this year, but they will be much improved and should only go up from there.

With senior camps coming up on campus I would expect tp see a couple more offers pop up and maybe a commit or 2.

J Berry is coming up from FL with his mother and he will also visit UM some time this summer. I still think it will be tough to get him out of the state of FL.

[Deehntr56]

In some sense I agree, but if he recruited great talent....they haven't shown it.

Great players tend to "stick out" on a mediocre team...and I don't even see that at this point. the coaching changes should help...maybe....I think his defensive coach choice was pretty good...he has some ability, and knows the game pretty well.

I'm hoping to see a better team this year, and especially some brights spots on the team with supposedly good talent showing up and displaying it.....I still have the verdict out on his recruiting ability and his ability to coach.....



Jamaal like Shaquile, will need to be "lured: to come North and play here.....a "prominent" team will need to dangle some good bait in front of them for that to happen...OSU will use Pryor with Shaquille, and they will promote Wells as the next coming and especially if he wins the Heisman this year(longshot) to get Jamaal to think about it......Wells also going pro next year will be dangled......indicating there may be a "spot" for the best player in the backfield. Pryor will also be used here to supplement the thinking......but Berry will most likely play for Florida, Florida State or LSU....who have all offered him a scholorship already....along with OSU.

He has 4.31 speed, and has come on real strong the last 4-5 months in his progress....should be a good back with whatever school he goes to. His Momma likes OSU too.....:biggrin:

[Deehntr56]

Another new Buckeye......Dominic Clarke CB.......4.0 GPA To boot.


Smart kid, upside potential, and fast....I'll take this CB from Maryland!!


Clarke was named MVP at the National Freshman/Sophomore Combine in Virginia and was also named the 2007 top sophomore at the Maryland Coaches Association Combine.

He has been timed at 4.41 in the 40-yard dash, 4.04 in the short shuttle, 6.88 in the three-cone drill and has a 36-inch vertical leap.

He claims a max bench press of 300 pounds, a max squat of 430 pounds and a power clean of 260 pounds.

He carries a 4.0 core GPA.


Hmmmmmmmmmm...update on Jaamal Berry.........Ohio State is recruiting Jaamal Berry the hardest. He says.... "I love the atmosphere there," Berry said. "The players are great and the whole town there is about football. I went there for the spring game and they had like 60,000 people show up and it was raining. It was crazy. I think I like my opportunity to play there too. They have like two running backs coming back, so it's just gonna be a battle..."


Time will tell....is it all talk????

[Redhunter1012]

Also got a comittment today from Adam Bellamy. He's an OL/DL from Aurora, Ohio. He's 6' 4" and 275lbs. He'll be a DL for the bucks. Only rated as a 3* but was very impressive already on the camp circuit. UM had offered him as an OL, but knew he grew up a Buckeye fan and was theirs if they wanted him. Very underrated player IMO.

[Fish-n-Fool]

Bellamy - I like these type of kids better than the 5 star "can't miss" prospects. I agree 100% he is underrated; he is a very high motor guy that never takes a play off, should be able to add weight and play near 300lbs with good movement, and is a quick study. There is nothing to like about him and I wouldn't doubt if Bellamy ends up like many of Tressel's lesser known guys. You know, the measly 3 star players that have to perform in camp to earn an offer and 2 years later they are on the field either as a starter or in the 2 deep.

He grew up a Buckeye fan his entire life - with the class size we are taking this year it would have been a VERY bad move not to offer Bellamy a scholie IMHO. We will end up with an average SEC size class - unprecidented!!!

I think we get a few more by the end of the month. I'll be very surprised if Carter isn't on board very soon (writing is on the wall), and I tend to think if Berry comes to C-bus with his mom we'll get a commit shortly after. I think Berry is liking TOSU even more with the thought that Wells will be long gone when he shows up on campus.

[jeffmo]

i was watching a show on espn the other day and they were talking about the talent of this recruiting class.they're being ranked as one of if not the best in the nation.
but in reality,none of that matters until the end of each game and the numbers on the scoreboard shows who won.

here's the list and it sure looks good!!!:D :D

http://ohiostate.scout.com/a.z?s=145&p=9&c=8&toinid=687&yr=2009

[Deehntr56]

Yes, very nice class...and nice talent.

But....we need to keep it all in perspective....some may do well...and some may not.....it's whoever comes and wants to make a name for themsleves, and has the talent and ability to do so that will...and you really don't know that until the college years progress....but overall not a bad start.

I agree on Belamy and Clarke too...smart and underrated.....could be sleepers....and remember, who started talking about Berry a while ago....;) :biggrin:

[jeffmo]

i agree.look at how zwick was built up as a super prospect but things just didn't pan out very well for him.you just never know!

[Redhunter1012]

I'd be shocked if OSU's class didn't finish top 3. It's defensively heavy to boot.

[Deehntr56]

Don't get me started on zwick...I saw him play twice his senior year...and saw him play against St. Ignatius for the state title...Iggy...ate him up....and he never impressed me...I never thought he would do anything at OSU....He was over rated.

Nate Szep that quarterbacked Ignatius outplayed him from the start to finish...wasn't rated nearly as high, and he just graduated with a law degree, and he only played a few years in college. Great Kid though.

[Fish-n-Fool]

The Buckeyes just like many other teams get some big name recruits in that never pan out. Sometimes the kid just doesn't step up his game and physical training - most of these "stars" in highschool have no idea what the competition is like at a major college program. The game is so much more physical at the next level as well.

And you have to feel bad for the kids that come in highly touted and work their rear end off, but still don't pan out due to injury. Mike DeAndrea is one of our most recent - not his fault he didn't see the field. This guy went above and beyond to try to get well and contribute, but too many injuries. A. Olson was suppossed to be our FB this year - now due to injury and perhaps not the best attitude I doubt he ever plays a down.

OSU will end up in the top 3 as ranked by the "experts" due to the talent and class size. We're going to end up having a huge class this year that will fit our needs well. I trust Tressel and staff in evaluating who they want - sometimes I don't agree, but the end product has been pretty sweet.

Also - all the freshman have arrived on campus and checked in with no issues to report. My pick for impact freshman of the year - L. Thomas. We should know much more when fall practice gets under way, but I like Thomas to make some special teams plays; he is electric with the ball.

[Deehntr56]

Yes, and it happens every year at just about every program.

It boils down to how each piece of the puzzle works out, how the frame of mind is with the player, how the fit is with the program, and the adjustment part is one of the largest factors.

The ones that adjust easier to a program like OSU, have been working out for a few years already preparing themselves for the next level. They have been receptive and been given guidance on what to do at high school to be ready. Their ability and talent is a factor, and how all that comes together when he gets to the next level is an indication on how well he will do….along with getting some luck.

D’Aandrea…totally agree…highly recognized/recruited at Avon Lake, and when I watched him play, he was above many if not all players in his category at his position. He Had the tools, the talent and the Physical presence to do well. I thought….he was going to do well…..but again, here is the unknown……some bad breaks and continual injuries, factored him out. That is a shame…because I agree he worked his tail off……but he has to walk away, that he gave it his best shot. That is all you can do.

I saw Anthony Gonzalez for the 1st time when he was playing for St. Ignatius. as a Junior in High school. When they played St. Eds., he really stood out against their quick defensive backfield in coverages….had the smarts to run good routes, and adjusted very quickly and having good speed helped……but at that game that year, I said he was going to do well….then he committed to OSU…..I said even better!!!!:biggrin:

[Deehntr56]

While were on this subject…let me expound a little more…….;)

When I coached Baseball, over the past 10 years, I saw some real nice talent. I saw kids that had a shot to play at the college level, but when they are young, you don’t know what their mind is thinking especially when they are in their teens and in High School…..just like us when we were at that age.:biggrin:

Over the last 3 years, while coaching and watching some of these kids “grow up” I had some players on my summer team, that could of and will play college Ball. One kid worked his tail off, pitched for Holy name and kept on injuring his arm…has been the case with him the last 3-4 years. It always happened in big games, when he tried to put more speed on the ball, and over-extended himself.

Has the tools, has the skills, and has the ability, but injuries and possibly Physical limitations will affect his ability to succeed. He is playing for Walsh Univeristy next year…and hopefully he will do ok. One other player will be playing for the ALL USA team this summer and traveling to Hawaii to play, undecided on what college at this point and another player will be playing Football for Villanova, another is playing basketball for John Carroll, another one will be playing for Kent State…and Ross has a legidimate shot at the pro's if he does well there…these are just some of them that have decided to continue on that I have been associated with.

Some have decided to not play any more, and some just didn’t have the drive to play anymore as the years progressed into high school. Each year it changes, and each year brings a new challenge. This is the 1st year I have not coached in quite a long time…..I thought it would be easy to leave, considering all the time I spent with it and over the last couple of years it started to become more “administrative”, than just coaching and playing the game……and normally I would be in the thick of it right now……and after I stepped down after last year…..I thought it would be nice to be away from it since I am getting older….but in a sense I do miss it…..especially working with the players and watching them grow. It was fun.

I also spent a lot of time with my son,:) which if anyone ever has the opportunity to do…DO IT……I can’t tell you all the memories we have had over the years that I will relive and some Big Games and Big Plays that you won’t ever forget. We also developed a closer bond and a respect level for each other, and it especially shows as he got older. Great times…and man he could hit the ball….and play defense. His quick hands were something to watch, especially on how he picked up the ball in the pitchers hand, and adjusted to it and reacted fast enough to get to it and make an impact. I also saw him mess up his arm while pitching, and never got it back to what it was to be able to continue with pitching. Saw him get a line drive hit directly at him pitching once, he put his hand up just in time to deflect it(it hit square on the inside of his hand at the fingers) and prevent it from hitting him in the head. Thank god for that…but he broke 2 fingers, and was done for the year. Lots of ups, and some downs…….but overall when you work with these kids, and you can relate to them on their level….it was a ball. I would do it all over again!!!! And many won’t believe this…..but they do listen for the most part…they really do….they just don’t let you know that, at the time.;) :biggrin: You have to learn on how to communicate and relate to them, and once you do that individually, you are able to foster a relationship and build upon that. Tressel has the ability to do that, and that is why I feel he is effective.

I always tell everyone to spend as much time your kids today and other kids/young adults so they have someone around to teach, and guide them in every day life and or in their interests and to help them mature……we are missing that today…..we have lots of issues with our youth because we don’t spend enough time with them, and I know it’s hard with all the demands on parents today……but I got involved and did it…….trust me, as I see some of them grow into adults today…I can see it helped quite a few of them mature into responsible adults. I also had the opportunity to have some fun and compete…..even if I couldn’t play anymore….I was able to strategize and use the little brain I have to think through the game……keeps you young!!!:biggrin: :biggrin:

[Fish-n-Fool]

Good post John.

Funny I was just metioning the other night to my wife how my summer league and high scholl baseball coach helped me and so many other kids. He was the kind of guy you loved to play for - tough, but fair. I myself was an "A" student, but hated school (was very bored with it by age 14-15). Coach Woody knew I was really a good kid - just needed to be cut loose so to speak. He went and got special approval for me (remember "A" student) to block back-to-back double study hall periods at the end of the day. This equated to me being done with class after lunch (12:30).

On game days - me and coach Woody would spend the afternoon down at the ballfield getting everything together. Rake everything up, set the bases, chalk the field, get the cages set up, etc. On away game days we would get the equipment together, etc. and meet to strategize about the game - I was a team captain. Days we had no game I went down and got everything ready for practice and would take a little extra hitting practice, etc.

Woody taught us boys a lot about baseball - he was a good college player even though he always said he had no skills, but could hit. But, coach Woody taught us a LOT more LIFE lessons than we ever learned on a ball field.

I remember when we lost and lost bad one time. He was so disappointed. He wanted me to come to his home to discuss some things afterwards. It was about 9:30pm when I showed up. His wife answered the door and let me right in - there sat Woodt at his bar smoking a cig:confused: I worked closely with him for 2 years and spent all summer, etc with the guy and had no idea he smoked. The first thing out of his mouth was that he wanted me to keep this to myself - said he never wanted any of the guys to know he smoked, dipped and drank. He trusted me to keep that between us and it would really hurt him to find out I had shared any of this with the guys. Coach always wanted the best for us and didn't want to set any bad examples. He knew many of us looked up to him and also looked to him for guidance. He got many of us jobs at a local trucking facility too.

The world needs a million more coach Woody's and it would be a better place for all of us. I ran into him 10 years after high school. We sat and talked like old freinds for almost 2 hours. I could see how proud he was to hear how I had gone on to OSU, graduated from the business college and had made my way into the world. What a great guy!

[Deehntr56]

Ahhhhhhhhhh, a student who remembers someone that impacted him.......:) ...but little do you know, how much you "helped" coach woody all those years and the years after....I will bet you 1 years salary, you left an imprssion with him that he reflects on quite often...I know.....I have so many memories and the players have no idea how much "they" helped me!!!

My son doesn't even know all of it.....but I do know he appreciated it...and the players did also...every time I tried to step down, they all came over and sat me down and wouldn't let me...even some of the new ones that didn't know me, were there with the veterans....that meant a lot....that part alone had a very large impact on me as I reflect back.

I remember the times I talked to them about Drinking/Drugs and anything else they weren't supposed to do....those were more important then game startegy and conditioning workouts. They knew it, and if their grades weren't at my expectation, they didn't play. Period.

They also knew, I would support and defend them to no end.

I hope they all do well.....and I hope all the kids that read this, finds a person/coach/mentor and hopefully their parent should be close to them as well...... that they can relate to and help them. It's an important part of life for them when they are young. The game of "life" is more important then the game we talk about here!!!!:biggrin:

FNF....You have a lot of good qualities......pass them on to your kids and others....it will make the world a better place!!!!

The more I talk about it the more I miss it, I need to move off this subject....even though I started it;) ......let's talk sports!!!!:biggrin:


OSU get any more players today for 2009????:biggrin:

[bowtech_buster]

i agree.look at how zwick was built up as a super prospect but things just didn't pan out very well for him.you just never know!


I have to comment on this zwick thing I was lucky enough to be at the same QB camp my jr year in high school that Brady quinn and Justin were both at. I came home on the first night and told my dad that the buckeyes messed up by not getting quinn. i knew instantly quinn was the better qb. I mean i'm just a little guy and i could do most of the drills better than zwick.....hahaha

[Deehntr56]

I have to comment on this zwick thing I was lucky enough to be at the same QB camp my jr year in high school that Brady quinn and Justin were both at. I came home on the first night and told my dad that the buckeyes messed up by not getting quinn. i knew instantly quinn was the better qb. I mean i'm just a little guy and i could do most of the drills better than zwick.....hahaha



I'm good with all of that!!!!:biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Troy Smith went to alot of the same camps as well. OSU offered Smith as an athlete/qb/lB type deal. They just didn't want to offend zwick by offering another qb. Smith has already said he knew he could beat out Zwick by the time he got his Buckeye offer.

[mrjbigfoot]

Really enjoyed reading this thread!!! Go Buckeyes!!! :D

[Deehntr56]

No new ones this past week when I was in MEXICO???:biggrin:

Oh...I need to read the other thread.......had no clue if The Indians won, if we got any new Buckeyes.....missed everything...so fill me in!!!:bouncy:

[jeffmo]

http://ohiostate.scout.com/a.z?s=145&p=9&c=8&toinid=687&yr=2009

[Deehntr56]

:D the list is filling up quick.......:D

[Fish-n-Fool]

Penn DB Brown has bumped his press conference up to 3pm today. Sources say it will be either Pitt or OSU. Pitt has a great relationship with his high school and a handful of guys have gone on to play for Pitt.

Not to bash Pitt, but I can't believe this guy would want to play @ Pitt instead of a place like OSU? That is unless he wants early PT or something. 2 distictly different levels of FB programs there and it isn't even close.

I think he verbals for OSU and we pick up another solid DB.

[Fish-n-Fool]

Brown makes it official and we pick up another solid looking DB!

Also - Brad McDougald just announced as well!! We pick up a good looking safety moments after Corey Brown's announcement!!!

Looks like we are probably getting close to full now with the two Glenville guys coming in (Hall & Newsome) later after more visiting. I think they try to get one more O lineman, Berry at tailback, and they have a spot for Vlad and/or McGee.

Looks like Hunter may have missed the boat unless they have more spots than I see now. I guess they may offer if we don't pick up another TE and Vald decides to stay in the south. I sure hope there is some chance left as I was really hoping to see DJ in the shoe.

[Deehntr56]

Tressel Express......got to love it!!!

McDougal and Brown are nice pick ups!!!!:biggrin: :biggrin:

Both of the Glenville boys will most likely take OSU......Just a very small rumor.

Berry....is rumoring OSU's way.......shhhhhhhhhhh...don't say I said anything. One other team is right with them though...as the top 2...it can go either way....

[jeffmo]

http://ohiostate.scout.com/a.z?s=145&p=9&c=8&toinid=687&yr=2009

[Deehntr56]

22 to date for the Tressel Express.:eek:

Brown chose OSU over UM!!! :eek:

Couple more nice additions!!!!!!

[Fish-n-Fool]

Make it #23 for the class - Newsome from Glenville committed today. I am surprised - figured he would hold off and visit a little more before announcing OSU. He must be feeling the heat from all the commits, although I am certain he and Hall both know there is a schollie waiting for them.

I wonder if Hall will be #24?

This class keeps shaping up better each day - the potential is oozing all over the place:D

[Deehntr56]

Yes sir...keep em' coming...FNF.....Nice reporting there!!!!:D

I will say Halls commit will be coming.......soon....that's the scoop........;) :D

Tressel Express is Barreling along the last 5 days!!!!:D

[Deehntr56]

The TOSU list to date!!!!:biggrin: :biggrin:


Name Pos Ht/Wt Stars Rank
C.J. Barnett DB 6-1/181 5
Dorian Bell LB 6-0/226 2
Adam Bellamy DT 6-4/270 37
Zach Boren ATH 6-0/246 64
Corey Brown ATH 6-0/180 5
Duron Carter WR 6-2/183 73
Dominic Clarke DB 5-10/183 24
Melvin Fellows DE 6-5/245 2
Chris Fields WR 6-0/181 13
Reid Fragel TE 6-8/251 14
Justin Green DB 5-10/178 6
Jordan Hall ATH 5-9/180 31
Adam Homan LB 6-2/230 38
Carlos Hyde RB 6-1/230 2
James Jackson WR 6-0/175 28
Storm Klein ATH 6-2/220 14
Corey Linsley OL 6-4/285 8
Bradley McDougald DB 6-0/181 10
Jack Mewhort OL 6-6/292 3
Jonathan Newsome DE 6-2/221 18
John Simon DT 6-3/274 10
Jordan Whiting LB 6-0/230 4
Jamie Wood DB 6-2/190 2

[Deehntr56]

Add Sam Longo.....3 star recruit at OT....From Bellbrook Ohio...strengths.....Longo is a devastating blocker. He uses his long arms and strength to toss the opposition aside like dish towels. Solid at..... pass pro, needs to shorten his base at times he has a tendency to play too wide.

Has very good feet and moves well in space.

Has outstanding knee bend and seems very athletic for a lineman.

Ranked #42.

needs to work on technique........

Tressel express keeps on rolling...I think we are now at Hmmmmmmm....too many to count......Hmmmmmmm ...Oh..24.:biggrin: :biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Too bad it's not a race for you buckeye fans. Was honestly surprised that OSU even offered Longo. Will never crack the starting lineup at OSU with all the studs you guys got. The reason I'm surprised is with only a few schollies left you guys are in on Chris Watt as is ND and UM.

[Deehntr56]

Watt, is a candidate but OSU is not chasing hard....they have enough depth right now to field 2 teams...and their focus is somehwere else.

Watt with a 4.3 GPA......Is rumored for ND as his top choice right now.....UM needs linemen bad...so they have a shot.......

Wisconsin is hot on his heels too......

[Redhunter1012]

Watt, is a candidate but OSU is not chasing hard....they have enough depth right now to field 2 teams...and their focus is somehwere else.

Watt with a 4.3 GPA......Is rumored for ND as his top choice right now.....UM needs linemen bad...so they have a shot.......

Wisconsin is hot on his heels too......

Insiders pointing to ND. Must want to be a part of those 11-12 win seasons:whistle:

[Deehntr56]

Yeah.....:gaga: :biggrin: :biggrin:

[Deehntr56]

Top 15 teams to date in the recruiting game.......

http://recruiting.scout.com/2/769196.html

[Deehntr56]

With 2009 virtually completed a few months ago....the Buckeyes have not sit still:D ......Corey Brown, and RB/Def. Secondary player with 4.45 speed from Springfield PA...has committed for 2010 already......:D :D

[Redhunter1012]

With 2009 virtually completed a few months ago....the Buckeyes have not sit still:D ......Corey Brown, and RB/Def. Secondary player with 4.45 speed from Springfield PA...has committed for 2010 already......:D :D

I could be wrong here, but you may be referring to Corey Brown from PA that is comitted to OSU this year? I apologize if it's another one by the same name.

[Fish-n-Fool]

Red - it is another kid that just happens to have the same name and be from Penn. The only hole I see in the post (no offense deerhnter) is that he has not given a verbal to anybody - at least not to the public knowledge. He has offers from several schools already and has said he will take some visits and start to think about a school after the season. His QB is heading to Rutgers and they are great friends - so they will have a shot. Pitt is close and they offered before the Bucks.

[Deehntr56]

FNF.....There is no verbal commit per se'....but...lets just say he has the offer and he is very interested...and I'll stay with my "informed" comment of "commit" for 2010...for now;) :biggrin:

As we all know it could change.....not :biggrin:

He is another player from Springfiled PA., ...... Cardinal O'hara High school.

I watched this Fox Kid from Ignatius on Saturday, when they played Glenville...not bad...better that I expected. That was a GREAT game and 10,000 people packed Byers Field here to watch that game...what a high school gem!!!:biggrin:

Look for Danny Molls who committed to Ohio University this week from here to do well in the future...I know him fairly well and he is a nice player. He plays for Padua here. His grandfather played pro ball, so there is some genetics in the family:biggrin:

And I'm pulling for Brian Hoyer to do well this fall at Michigan State...he's a good kid, and smart, and his mom is close freinds with my wife....nice family and good people....I wish him all the success possible this fall.....something must be wrong....I'm rooting for a team up North!!!:biggrin: :)

[Deehntr56]

Boy, I am really disappointed no one else wanted to poke “any holes” in my item that Corey will be playing for OSU in 2010…….Hmmmmmmmmmm:biggrin:

Maybe everyone Just remembered Back to Jamaal Berry….……..Hmmmmmmmmm…that could be the ticket!:biggrin: :biggrin:

[Redhunter1012]

Boy, I am really disappointed no one else wanted to poke “any holes” in my item that Corey will be playing for OSU in 2010…….Hmmmmmmmmmm:biggrin:

Maybe everyone Just remembered Back to Jamaal Berry….……..Hmmmmmmmmm…that could be the ticket!:biggrin: :biggrin:

Dee, are you on Rivals, scout, something else? I have't been on the Buckeye board for awhile. No doubt you guys are already on '10' kids. Another 09 kid that is interested is Dion Sims. He's a super athletic TE and a goos BB player as well. His dad works for UM, but he has major attitude and grade problems. UM has given him the cold shoulder latley because his Dad wanted them to try and get his attention. Now he's totally rebelling and mentioning OSU alot. We'll see.

[Deehntr56]

:biggrin: We can now add Jamaal Berry to this list!