Final Recruit Predictions

[Pennsyhusker]

His skill level is what you would expect from a NE state RB. Slows down on cuts. Average lateral movement, OK speed, but not a blazer. If we don't land a better RB than him, we will have failed at RB recruiting this year.

I think you mean, what you would expect from a NE running back lately. Historically, Nebraska has produced, you know, Gale Sayers, Ahman Green and some others. So I don't think we should just automatically assume that a NE back is immediately suspect.
But I know what you are trying to say in your post.

 

[DudznSudz]

Who do folks think our silent commit is that KJJr mentioned a few weeks back? Seems like it would need to be someone within that CA contingent. Calvin?

It's looking like that is probably who it was, considering 247 Sports has dropped a BUNCH of CB predictions for Calvin declaring for N.

I would think the other one would have been Lewis, as they both play KJJr's position, but Lewis looks much more iffy with USC in the mix now.

 

[big red22]

It's looking like that is probably who it was, considering 247 Sports has dropped a BUNCH of CB predictions for Calvin declaring for N.

I would think the other one would have been Lewis, as they both play KJJr's position, but Lewis looks much more iffy with USC in the mix now.

silent commitS has already been stated the S stood for Sarell

My other reason for saying Calvin and Sarell

 

[Hoosker Du]

I think you mean, what you would expect from a NE running back lately. Historically, Nebraska has produced, you know, Gale Sayers, Ahman Green and some others. So I don't think we should just automatically assume that a NE back is immediately suspect.
But I know what you are trying to say in your post.

I'm saying the vast majority of Nebraska high school RBs are average RBs. The Sayers and Greens and Joneses are the exceptions. Unfortunately, this kid looks to be another one of the average ones.

 

[WHCSC]

I'm going with Najee Harris as the silent. The S was actually a 5 for 5-star. That's why we haven't really been going after a RB.

 

[Pennsyhusker]

I'm saying the vast majority of Nebraska high school RBs are average RBs. The Sayers and Greens and Joneses are the exceptions.

I think that is true of most states, don't you? Anyway... not a big point. Your main point is that you think he is just an average or just above average running back.

 

[Hoosker Du]

I think that is true of most states, don't you? Anyway... not a big point. Your main point is that you think he is just an average or just above average running back.

It's disappointing. We haven't had a good RB come out of NE for years.

 

[Pennsyhusker]

It's disappointing. We haven't had a good RB come out of NE for years.

Very true

 

[huskerfan830]

His skill level is what you would expect from a NE state RB. Slows down on cuts. Average lateral movement, OK speed, but not a blazer. If we don't land a better RB than him, we will have failed at RB recruiting this year.

I won't debate your opinion, but the run at about 1:30 debunks your whole post.

 

[Hoosker Du]

I won't debate your opinion, but the run at about 1:30 debunks your whole post.

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Pffffft..That must be why all of the big schools like USD are beating a path to his door.

 

[Tuco Salamanca]

Pffffft..That must be why all of the big schools like USD are beating a path to his door.

When you don't have test scores to qualify until January and your coach is telling anyone within earshot that you have work to do to qualify but there is a path, schools aren't going to waste their time especially for a 3 star. The general consensus was that he was going JUCO and his real recruitment was going to be for December 2018 signing period

 

[redwine65]

http://huskercorner.com/2017/01/04/nebraska-football-recruiting-better-know-prospect-jaylin-bradley/

 

[Hoosker Du]

When you don't have test scores to qualify until January and your coach is telling anyone within earshot that you have work to do to qualify but there is a path, schools aren't going to waste their time especially for a 3 star. The general consensus was that he was going JUCO and his real recruitment was going to be for December 2018 signing period

He would still have interest from bigger schools if he had the requisite talent level. He just doesn't have the wow factor that you are looking for. Especially for a lighter back. As a smaller back, his cuts should break ankles.

 

[Tuco Salamanca]

He would still have interest from bigger schools if he had the requisite talent level. He just doesn't have the wow factor that you are looking for. Especially for a lighter back. As a smaller back, his cuts should break ankles.

My experience with kids that are struggling with qualifying is that the interest is there but the offers aren't. These kids aren't going to share that they aren't qualified with the general public so they won't say Iowa St or whoever will offer if I can get the test score or whatever.

As far as his skills, I somewhat agreed with you. He is a decent back that coaches aren't going to reach on. There are other 3 stars that are fully qualified. As far as his breaking ankles, he did what he needed to do to rush for a bunch of yards and score a bunch of TDs. Other smallish backs have had lesser success in high school that went on to bigger and better things in college.

 

[Bill_Callahan2.0]

Joe Lewis is 100% USC.

 

[Tuco Salamanca]

Joe Lewis is 100% USC.

Cool

 

[huskerfan830]

Pffffft..That must be why all of the big schools like USD are beating a path to his door.

Did you watch after racking the 405# on the bench of before?

Another thing to consider with kids is their potential. Unfortunately NU has had a recent history with kids that developed little or already reached their peak (Texas really had that problem). You mentioned Bradley being a small back, but I can see him easily hitting 215 while maintaining his agility. Just that quality alone will take him above average.

Those who have seen him in person know he has the potential to be special.

 

[rrthusker]

Pffffft..That must be why all of the big schools like USD are beating a path to his door.

Grades were the reason why none of the big schools pursued him. Let`s see what happens now.

 

[dinglefritz]

Grades were the reason why none of the big schools pursued him. Let`s see what happens now.

These last couple of weeks are when offers shake out and people start looking for guys to fill their class. They can call it plan B if they like but there are a ton of really good players that get picked up late. Not the ideal way to fill your class, but I'll be surprised if there aren't some power 5 schools that offer him before signing day.

 

[jflores]

Oregon insider with the crystal ball pick, Greg Johnson to NU.

 

[Hoosker Du]

My experience with kids that are struggling with qualifying is that the interest is there but the offers aren't. These kids aren't going to share that they aren't qualified with the general public so they won't say Iowa St or whoever will offer if I can get the test score or whatever.

As far as his skills, I somewhat agreed with you. He is a decent back that coaches aren't going to reach on. There are other 3 stars that are fully qualified. As far as his breaking ankles, he did what he needed to do to rush for a bunch of yards and score a bunch of TDs. Other smallish backs have had lesser success in high school that went on to bigger and better things in college.

"Doing what he needed to do" to put up a bunch of yards and TDs in high school, and doing the same in a P5 conference, are two entirely different animals. He's ranked the #193 RB in the nation for a reason, and I detailed those reasons above.

It's time to stop accepting mediocre recruiting at the RB spot. No more excuses! Period! Either carry your weight on the recruiting trail, or GTFO!

 

[Pennsyhusker]

Oregon insider with the crystal ball pick, Greg Johnson to NU.

My bladder can't take this level of excitement

 

[Tuco Salamanca]

"Doing what he needed to do" to put up a bunch of yards and TDs in high school, and doing the same in a P5 conference, are two entirely different animals. He's ranked the #193 RB in the nation for a reason, and I detailed those reasons above.

It's time to stop accepting mediocre recruiting at the RB spot. No more excuses! Period! Either carry your weight on the recruiting trail, or GTFO!

Sweet another no excuse guy in an imperfect world.

 

[PeliniTheCrutch]

"Doing what he needed to do" to put up a bunch of yards and TDs in high school, and doing the same in a P5 conference, are two entirely different animals. He's ranked the #193 RB in the nation for a reason, and I detailed those reasons above.

It's time to stop accepting mediocre recruiting at the RB spot. No more excuses! Period! Either carry your weight on the recruiting trail, or GTFO!

Stick to hot takes on music. Football talent evaluation really isn't your thing.

 

[CC_Lemming]

silent commitS has already been stated the S stood for Sarell

My other reason for saying Calvin and Sarell

That's cryptic, for sure. I'd like to believe it's true, but I'd chalk it up to an internet rumor first. Do we have any information to suggest that Sarrell and KJJr even know one another or communicate?

 

[jflores]

That's cryptic, for sure. I'd like to believe it's true, but I'd chalk it up to an internet rumor first. Do we have any information to suggest that Sarrell and KJJr even know one another or communicate?

Gebbia and Sarrell communicate. Considering the relationship of Gebbia and KJJ, its not a long shot by any stretch.

What in particular KJJ meant by the meaning of his infamous "silent commits" tweet, I have no idea.

 

[HuskerO]

What in particular KJJ meant by the meaning of his infamous "silent commits" tweet, I have no idea

It would be hilarious if all he did was accidentally hit the Shift key while typing the s

Just a boring 'ol typo.

 

[CC_Lemming]

Gebbia and Sarrell communicate. Considering the relationship of Gebbia and KJJ, its not a long shot by any stretch.

What in particular KJJ meant by the meaning of his infamous "silent commits" tweet, I have no idea.

Thanks for the clarification. That's encouraging to hear!

 

[jflores]

For the ever eternal "why don't we get a JUCO DE" question....

Here's the top JUCO DE with his new car, at Bama. We also offered, a long time ago.

 

[huskerfan1414]

He would still have interest from bigger schools if he had the requisite talent level. He just doesn't have the wow factor that you are looking for. Especially for a lighter back. As a smaller back, his cuts should break ankles.

Im not going to pretend hes a five star or something, but you are wrong. Hes damn good and worth a scholly and the reasons above are legit for his unknown recruitment.

 

[Husker Sledge]

Joe Lewis is 100% USC.

Not so fast my friend!

 

[bomber89]

Fantastic if true. How do you know this about him telling other recruits and our coaches?

This is just what KJ hinted at on twitter. Plus he wears a Husker hat on a lot of his liveTwitter streams.

 

[c3ntral08]

Grades were the reason why none of the big schools pursued him. Let`s see what happens now.

Jarrell Powe couldn't even read and he had an offer from every power 5 school lol. If you're talented enough, you'll receive offers.

 

[rrthusker]

Jarrell Powe couldn't even read and he had an offer from every power 5 school lol. If you're talented enough, you'll receive offers.

So you're saying he's not talented? Case closed then.

 

[Hoosker Du]

Sweet another no excuse guy in an imperfect world.

Hey, we're all expected to do well at our jobs in an imperfect world. I'm willing to give some leeway, but our rushing numbers declined this year, after a dramatic decline last year vs Pelini's last year. Just like Hank Hughes was sent packing, I expect the same to happen to any coach that doesn't pull his weight in bringing in talent.

Regardless, I hate using our previous staff as a benchmark, but it seemed like they brought in a ton of talented RBs during their tenure. We have enough to sell that many highly coveted RBs should take notice.

 

[Hoosker Du]

Stick to hot takes on music. Football talent evaluation really isn't your thing.

Sorry about offending your delicate George Michael sensibilities previously. I know...the nerve of me to question the talents of a guy who titled a song "I Want Your Sex." I give you the brilliance that is George Michael...

"Sex is natural - sex is good
Not everybody does it
But everybody should
Sex is natural - sex is fun
Sex is best when it's....one on one
one on one."

Yup, the nerve of me for questioning his writing abilities.

As for evaluating football talent, I went to 247 Sports after viewing Jaylin Bradley's HUDL film and writing my post here, and he was a composite 2-star and the 193rd ranked RB. I'm hopeful with our history that we can do better than the 193rd ranked RB in a class. Perhaps YOU should reassess YOUR ability to evaluate talent.

 

[Tuco Salamanca]

Jarrell Powe couldn't even read and he had an offer from every power 5 school lol. If you're talented enough, you'll receive offers.

Different time different place. Having a bunch of offers didn't get him into college immediately. He had to go to a prep school or two, maybe a JUCO. He is the poster child as to why dudes with academic difficulties aren't recruited as hard until they get qualified.

 

[Pennsyhusker]

Im not going to pretend hes a five star or something, but you are wrong. Hes damn good and worth a scholly and the reasons above are legit for his unknown recruitment.

I think we should offer the kid a scholie. He may not be a great back, but he clearly has some skills. AND he is a Nebraska kid. I think that counts for something. No, you don't offer Nebraska kids just for the he'll of it. But if a kid is in that marginal zone... "Do we offer? Do we not offer?" if he is from Nebraska and it is a position of need, then I say offer the kid.
Furthermore, we need to start encouraging the rebirth of Nebraska high school football. Recruiting four or five Nebraska kids every year can help do that

 

[Hoosker Du]

I think we should offer the kid a scholie. He may not be a great back, but he clearly has some skills. AND he is a Nebraska kid. I think that counts for something. No, you don't offer Nebraska kids just for the he'll of it. But if a kid is in that marginal zone... "Do we offer? Do we not offer?" if he is from Nebraska and it is a position of need, then I say offer the kid.
Furthermore, we need to start encouraging the rebirth of Nebraska high school football. Recruiting four or five Nebraska kids every year can help do that

We used to give more scholarships to Nebraska kids because we had more scholarships to give back in the 90s and prior, and because there were many option offenses being run in the state, so there were a number of option RBs, WRs, TEs, and OLinemen coming from these systems. There are fewer scholarships now, so we have to be much more judicious with each one.

I'm not entirely opposed to giving this kid a scholie. I would just hope that we can bring in another more qualified kid, and wait until the end of the recruiting cycle, and maybe get him as a preferred walkon or grayshirt.

 

[Pennsyhusker]

We used to give more scholarships to Nebraska kids because we had more scholarships to give back in the 90s and prior, and because there were many option offenses being run in the state, so there were a number of option RBs, WRs, TEs, and OLinemen coming from these systems. There are fewer scholarships now, so we have to be much more judicious with each one.

I'm not entirely opposed to giving this kid a scholie. I would just hope that we can bring in another more qualified kid, and wait until the end of the recruiting cycle, and maybe get him as a preferred walkon or grayshirt.

I could live with that. His film looks decent. Worth a small risk