Recruiting Forum Off Topic Thread III

[jordan4vols]

Ol Sab

 

[TheTimeIsNow]

Ol Sab

What's this about?

 

[#JuanVol]

What's this about?

Sabs e-cred

 

[SmokeyDaBear]

Emmitt Gooden in the Hospital according to his Insta. Idk how to link stuff...

 

[jordan4vols]

What's this about?

Posted it in the wrong thread. My bad

 

[butchna]

Ok, we will see. They have Lowe above him and while they WANT 2 TEs, we NEED a ton of other things... immediate starters are needed everywhere. We wouldn’t need Brown to contribute next year at all. And Arik would be a day 1 starter after DWA leaves.... sooo... again, let’s see.

Gonna be another 5 years...or did your feelings survive this trip outside?

 

[BamSeydu]

Gonna be another 5 years...or did your feelings survive this trip outside?

But my feelings were never hurt. It was the pure annoyance of, well, stuff like this.

 

[Brillovol]

First post on VN in about 5 years. Some of you may remember me (MrBamSeydu). I bounced because there was too much random banter, thread hijacking and pointless arguing in the recruiting forum. I see not much has changed. Let me throw some stuff out there so we can, ya know, discuss RECRUITING:

Pappoe to UT is a done deal. No shock, right? What if I told y’all Kenyatta is too? Story is already written @VQ with all 3 Grayson kids from a few weeks ago. I’ve seen pics of ALL 3 in UT gear (in a “commitment” type way) on the Grayson field from the day Price and them were down there. Kenyatta is playing the same game Harrison Bailey played, except he’s actually committed to another school.

Two names to keep a real eye on the next few weeks: Bogle (seemed unlikely up until today) and To’oto’o (same). I spoke to 4 former Vols, 2 are coaches in HS. Those two are starting to at least get more interesting again. Seemed locked to Miami and Bama but relationships at UT (for Bogle it’s Rumph and recruits, for Henry it’s Pruitt and Kevin Simon) have these guys really rethinking things.

Henry, Brown (don’t need 2 2019 TEs now that we are believed to have a leg up with Arik in ‘20 class — especially since Brown has had injury issues), and Middleton would be first on chopping block if space is needed with a flurry of highly rated kids wanting on board late in the game. McBride is only out if we are full and Ndoma truly wants in (wants to come play with Wright but being pulled hard to OU). Middleton has some issues to overcome and has always been that kid with high ceiling but poor motor/drive. Hard to lose a DT when you need them but his spot may be taken by Norton anyway. They’re almost exactly the same size and Norton is exactly what Middleton isn’t — high motor, tough kid. Of course, Cox has been rumored as an Auburn lean for months. Him now saying he’s waiting until Feb to sign instead of Dec wreaks of leaving UT hanging out to dry. I suspect if we can load up on some of these other cats, Cox wil be told his spot is no longer available as well. Better that than him play us until NSD.

I’d also keep an eye on Maurer the next few weeks with Bailey committing. Maurer is being kinda quiet right now beyond a few Twitter RTs, even after he just posted that he’s “solid”. That was before the Bailey commitment and him having to hear that Pruitt told Bailey “your my QB”. Can’t imagine the 2019 class without a QB with only having 2 now on scholly and Bailey not reclassifying, so they may offer a preferred walk on spot to the kid in mid TN if Maurer actually does back out and we are stuck without solid options this late in the game. Numbers are tight and we are trending with a ton of big time kids (especially on D) so we may need all the schollies we can use on everything except QB for this cycle. I know, seems nearly impossible with only 2 scholly QBs but... what do ya do? Gotta take best available when you have needs all over the field. You hope JG and Shrout can get us through next year.

 

[butchna]

See what I’m saying? Zero addition to the thread, pointless and desperate.

But my feelings were never hurt. It was the pure annoyance of, well, stuff like this.

Then it worked. Put some frozen peas on it.

 

[Big Gucci Sosa]

I’m in

 

[Orange Studs]

First post on VN in about 5 years. Some of you may remember me (MrBamSeydu). I bounced because there was too much random banter, thread hijacking and pointless arguing in the recruiting forum. I see not much has changed. Let me throw some stuff out there so we can, ya know, discuss RECRUITING:

Pappoe to UT is a done deal. No shock, right? What if I told y’all Kenyatta is too? Story is already written @VQ with all 3 Grayson kids from a few weeks ago. Pics exist of ALL 3 in UT gear (in a “commitment” type way) at Grayson field from the day Price and them were down there. Is it possible it was done as a “just in case” photo op, yes but not from what I’ve gathered. Kenyatta is pretty much playing the same game Harrison Bailey played, except he’s actually been committed to another school. If he signs with Texas I’ll be shocked and I’ll love to hear what the VQ guys say.

Two names to keep a real eye on the next few weeks: Bogle (seemed unlikely up until today) and To’oto’o (same). I spoke to 4 former Vols, 2 are coaches in HS. Those two are starting to at least get more interesting again. Seemed locked to Miami and Bama but relationships at UT (for Bogle it’s Rumph and recruits, for Henry it’s Pruitt and Kevin Simon) have these guys really rethinking things.

Henry, Brown (don’t need 2 2019 TEs now that we are believed to have a leg up with Arik in ‘20 class — especially since Brown has had injury issues), and Middleton would be first on chopping block if space is needed with a flurry of highly rated kids wanting on board late in the game. McBride is only out if we are full and Ndoma truly wants in (wants to come play with Wright but being pulled hard to OU). Middleton has some issues to overcome and has always been that kid with high ceiling but poor motor/drive. Hard to lose a DT when you need them but his spot may be taken by Norton anyway. They’re almost exactly the same size and Norton is exactly what Middleton isn’t — high motor, tough kid. Of course, Cox has been rumored as an Auburn lean for months. Him now saying he’s waiting until Feb to sign instead of Dec wreaks of leaving UT hanging out to dry. I suspect if we can load up on some of these other cats, Cox will be told his spot is no longer available. Better that than him play us until NSD. Bird in the hand situation...

I’d also keep an eye on Maurer the next few weeks with Bailey committing. I don’t think he decommits, but he is being quiet right now outside of a few Twitter RTs. He recently posted that he’s “solid” but that was before the Bailey commitment when most had him predicted as a Michigan commit. Plus, Maurer having to hear that Pruitt told Bailey “you’re my QB”.... well....

Can’t imagine the 2019 class without a QB with only having 2 now on scholly and Bailey not reclassifying, so they may offer a preferred walk on spot to the kid in mid TN if Maurer actually does back out and we are stuck without solid options this late in the game. Numbers are tight and we are trending with a ton of big time kids (especially on D) so we may need all the schollies we can use on everything except QB for this cycle. I know, seems nearly impossible with only 2 scholly QBs but... what do ya do? Gotta take best available when you have needs all over the field. You hope JG and Shrout can get us through next year.

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

 

[OTR_Vol]

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

Post of the day: honorable mention

 

[Orange Studs]

Post of the day: honorable mention

HAHA! You referring to the RF thread about the participation award? But thanks !

 

[OHvol40]

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

I debuted on VN during Fulmer’s last class. I had a scout membership (back when they were top dog and rivals was newish) and would bring stuff from there. It’s been a long ride. The drama and infighting can become too much, especially in the FF. I get it. I’ve taken a couple long hiatuses and honestly it can be a good practice. Everybody is different though.

 

[BigOrange15]

See what I’m saying? Zero addition to the thread, pointless and desperate.

But my feelings were never hurt. It was the pure annoyance of, well, stuff like this.

I won’t respond to heckling moving forward. I plan on being efficient this time around. You’re welcome to revisit my post in 8 weeks and we will see how accurate it was.

I mean...is he wrong? How fragile do you have to be to stay off a thread for YEARS because the threads get slightly off topic? Seems weird.

 

[Ulysees E. McGill]

Yeah...I remember you..looks like you haven't changed much. Still stuffy and prickly..

You know you might enjoy some banter every once in a while..try feeding your sense of humor and fellowship a little, and you might enjoy it more this time around..

But like I say all the time..It is just so damn hard to just scroll on by for some people..

I really do hope you stick around this tine...welcome back.

 

[AngryButchJones]

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

I would absolutely love for you to be right, and I believe you on the photo shoot. My feel on Kenyatta is that he sticks with Texas, though. But I would absolutely love to be wrong there!

 

[Ulysees E. McGill]

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

Some folks just can't scroll on by..

 

[BamSeydu]

Serious question. No sarcasm. Why do you let it bother you about the fact that we do talk about things and it does get off topic here and there but most of what is said in here to me is about recruiting. As you can see I been in here for a while. I just skim over conversations that don't interest me and read those who bring info in here. If nothing else just come in and share what you know but a lot of us been on here together for a long time so naturally we are going to talk about other things going on in our lives. I hope you will come back more often and give us what you got. I love any info on our recruits.

Honest answer: I get what you’re saying and I hear you on what you choose to do. Difference in opinion I suppose. But I come to the recruiting forums for one reason... not to read about guys’ favorite bourbons or baseball. There are other forums available for chit chat.

However, more than the random convos... the reason I finally left was the constant pi$$ing contests, 3 or 4 pages in a row of 2-3 people bickering, trolling, etc. I took my recruiting talks to the real world. It actually benefited me quite a bit as I’ve connected with real, actual people who know what they’re talking about and have real recruiting connections.

It’s kinda like eating a steak. When I came to VolNation to eat my steak, it was 90% fat and over cooked most of the time. I just like to keep the fat to a minimum and eat lean.

 

[BamSeydu]

Kinda ironic we are getting off topic about getting off topic so I’ll let you guys continue if you want. I’ll post again if I have anything worthwhile for ya.

 

[BamSeydu]

I debuted on VN during Fulmer’s last class. I had a scout membership (back when they were top dog and rivals was newish) and would bring stuff from there. It’s been a long ride. The drama and infighting can become too much, especially in the FF. I get it. I’ve taken a couple long hiatuses and honestly it can be a good practice. Everybody is different though.

Yep

 

[OTR_Vol]

 

[84Volfan]

Honest answer: I get what you’re saying and I hear you on what you choose to do. Difference in opinion I suppose. But I come to the recruiting forums for one reason... not to read about guys’ favorite bourbons or baseball. There are other forums available for chit chat.

However, more than the random convos... the reason I finally left was the constant pi$$ing contests, 3 or 4 pages in a row of 2-3 people bickering, trolling, etc. I took my recruiting talks to the real world. It actually benefited me quite a bit as I’ve connected with real, actual people who know what they’re talking about and have real recruiting connections.

It’s kinda like eating a steak. When I came to VolNation to eat my steak, it was 90% fat and over cooked most of the time. I just like to keep the fat to a minimum and eat lean.

Hypocrisy at it's finest.

 

[InVOLuntary]

Always sad when a president dies.

 

[ALLVOL 4LIFE]

Honest answer: I get what you’re saying and I hear you on what you choose to do. Difference in opinion I suppose. But I come to the recruiting forums for one reason... not to read about guys’ favorite bourbons or baseball. There are other forums available for chit chat.

However, more than the random convos... the reason I finally left was the constant pi$$ing contests, 3 or 4 pages in a row of 2-3 people bickering, trolling, etc. I took my recruiting talks to the real world. It actually benefited me quite a bit as I’ve connected with real, actual people who know what they’re talking about and have real recruiting connections.

It’s kinda like eating a steak. When I came to VolNation to eat my steak, it was 90% fat and over cooked most of the time. I just like to keep the fat to a minimum and eat lean.

I agree with you. I come here to read what’s going on in recruiting as well. I don’t want to have to sift through the rules of a fumble through the end zone like earlier in this thread. That’s why VolNation has off topic threads.