'13 D.C. LB Yannick Ngakoue

[ionaVOL]

4-day unofficial visit? Doubt it.

I agree. Also seems a little much to drive to UT on a Wed, only to leave and come back on Fri/Sat for the spring game, hopefully he does tho.

 

[PA Vol]

Any chance of him committing?

 

[rote]

confirmed to be on campus for this mornings practice...Scout

 

[Montrell Hardy]

locksley is a sick recruiter...

Probably the best overall recruiter in the country.

 

[vol2002]

Loved his visit, I've read. Said he could see himself at Tennessee and plans to come back in the summer. Really likes Sunseri. Loves the atmosphere, academics, etc. Also, dismissively referred to Vandy as "OK" in the same interview.

 

[mooreaj21]

Loved his visit, I've read. Said he could see himself at Tennessee and plans to come back in the summer. Really likes Sunseri. Loves the atmosphere, academics, etc. Also, dismissively referred to Vandy as "OK" in the same interview.

Just read that article, looks like we made a very good impression on him. This is one of the guys I really want at LB, would be a huge pickup.

 

[RM20]

I would think Maryland is the biggest challenger, alot of Auburn guys feel they have a legit shot as well

 

[vol2013]

I would think Maryland is the biggest challenger, alot of Auburn guys feel they have a legit shot as well

Nah, Auburn never feels like they have a legitimate shot with anybody

 

[UTCVol]

I would think Maryland is the biggest challenger, alot of Auburn guys feel they have a legit shot as well

There's a shock.

 

[PowerWookie]

Loved his visit, I've read. Said he could see himself at Tennessee and plans to come back in the summer. Really likes Sunseri. Loves the atmosphere, academics, etc. Also, dismissively referred to Vandy as "OK" in the same interview.

he would look good in orange

 

[oskie_score]

Had a great visit! Tennessee's atmosphere and coaches really made an impact!

Non-stop motor, power...NASTY!

Yannick Ngakoue Archbishop Carroll High School, DC - YouTube

YANNICK NGAKOUE FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS - YouTube

Loves Sal and the 3-4! Close the deal, Sal!

 

[The Breakerboy]

One of my favorite backers in this class. Would be a great pull if we get him.

 

[1orangews6]

They need to wrap up some of his teammates also.

 

[oskie_score]

LB & OL are our biggest needs. I like where we stand with Ngakoue and team mate Derwin Gray. Both had a great visit and since have frequently expressed how impressed they are with Tennessee. Like to have both back this summer.

 

[The Breakerboy]

LB & OL are our biggest needs. I like where we stand with Ngakoue and team mate Derwin Gray. Both had a great visit and since have frequently expressed how impressed they are with Tennessee. Like to have both back this summer.

I'd like to pull those two and Kendall Fuller from that region. Hope Coach Sal can pull it off.

 

[oskie_score]

A "Hat-Trick" would be nice. :yes:
Lots of talent (OLGC)---i.e., Brown, Diggs, Madaras & Watson in '12. Carr, Fuller, Garner, Marshall & O'Daniel in '13.

 

[mooreaj21]

Ohio St. offered.

 

[flowd82]

We talked to Yannick Ngakoue and he told us he really likes the Vols right now. The visit in April went really well and Tennessee is certainly in it with him. Ngakoue said he'd like to visit Tennessee again this summer.

-VQ.

 

[wU-Tang Vol]

-VQ.

Sweet. Would be a huge get. One of my favorite linebackers in this class

 

[volmansam]

If we want any chance with this guy, we need Sal to head this, he works well in that area and would be perfect.

 

[The Breakerboy]

If we want any chance with this guy, we need Sal to head this, he works well in that area and would be perfect.

He is heading this. That's why we're in good shape with this kid.

 

[Ron Swanson]

"It was good. The personnel, the way they run their system was real good. I like Tennessee," Ngakoue said.

"I really found out how I would be used if I went to Tennessee and coach Sal, I saw how he coached when he was coaching his players and I like the way he coaches because he pushes them. That's what really stood out to me," Ngakoue said.

"Right now I'm just taking things slow. I'll probably get a top five by the beginning of the season and make a decision by signing day," Ngakoue said.

One reason Tennessee intrigues Ngakoue so much is that they're currently playing the role of an underdog.

"Really, I just like they're on the rebuilding process and the program's trying to get back on top. That's what I like about it. They're the underdog," Ngakoue said.

-VQ

 

[PA Vol]

Oh I like this. We could use a few kids that want to rebuild a program and play the underdog.

 

[flowd82]

I don't have a favorites list or anything, but [a few schools that pop into my head] are South Carolina, Penn State, Maryland, Clemson, Auburn and Tennessee … I've visited Tennessee, Vanderbilt and Penn State most recently.

-Rivals.

 

[The Breakerboy]

Ngakoue is a big body at the linebacker position and takes up a lot of space but don't mistake him for slow. He was able to pick up running backs out of the backfield and was never out of position during 7-on-7 drills. Even when running backs tried to pull a double move on him Ngakoue had the agility and speed to keep pace. Overall, Ngakoue showed impressive range and skills in space, something he needed to improve from past camps. He can seemingly turn and run with most any running back. His length and big body blocks out the sun in coverage.

~ from Rivals Chesapeake Bowl practice