https://twitter.com/adrian_guz4/status/919264620317233152
https://twitter.com/NWIOren/status/919266425180753920
https://twitter.com/Youngski56/status/919261834774847489
https://twitter.com/Coach_Stallings/status/919265157359976448
https://twitter.com/Coach_Stallings/status/919265463984467968
Gusman is a VHS 6-4, 215 DT. Looks more like a hand on the ground DE in the Valpo scheme.
Quote from: VU2014 on October 14, 2017, 01:26:17 PM
https://twitter.com/adrian_guz4/status/919264620317233152
https://twitter.com/NWIOren/status/919266425180753920
https://twitter.com/tommygreene75/status/919275464665063425
Ironic that Greene is out of Marist HS.
Quote from: VULB#62 on October 14, 2017, 08:50:47 PM
Ironic that Greene is out of Marist HS.
The order of Marist Brothers would not consider it that ironic.
https://www.maristbr.com
https://twitter.com/djedwards2026/status/919359855814725634
https://twitter.com/PursellConnor/status/919968865135857664
FB, H-Back, Tight End
6'2 235 lb/ 3.9 GPA/ 32 ACT
Quote from: VU2014 on October 16, 2017, 11:59:14 AM
https://twitter.com/PursellConnor/status/919968865135857664
Quote from: VULB#62 on October 16, 2017, 12:45:05 PM
FB, H-Back, Tight End
6'2 235 lb/ 3.9 GPA/ 32 ACT
Quote from: VU2014 on October 16, 2017, 11:59:14 AM
https://twitter.com/PursellConnor/status/919968865135857664
And. no doubt, a Christ College student. Also no doubt, that the large majority of costs would be covered by grants and scholarships.
https://twitter.com/RecruitGeorgia/status/920061798421757953
https://twitter.com/LukeBuckman/status/920059702494494721
TE. We still need that 6-5, 235 speedy TE in our arsenal. Michigan D-IIs are after him. Also had a Western Michigan visit. His size is attractive.
Quote from: VU2014 on October 16, 2017, 07:58:42 PM
https://twitter.com/LukeBuckman/status/920059702494494721
https://twitter.com/michaelriege/status/920387828596518912
I don't remember these tweets being broadcast like this before.
https://twitter.com/Legacy_Recruit/status/923712453208395776
Here is a placeholder for discussing recruiting. I'll copy my post from the Season Review thread to start us off:
Quote from: VULB#62 on November 19, 2017, 01:05:32 PM
Related to that last point, there must have been between 20 and 30 Valpo recruits who were visiting the campus and were at the game with their folks. They were there at least at the beginning. ;D Not many hung around to the end. ::)
In speaking with Dave after the game, he winked when I mentioned that having a winning season like this could help a lot with recruiting that next level of talent we need. We might be able to keep that Illinois kid who would otherwise leave for Drake or that good Indiana kid who would automatically discount Valpo and sign with Butler.
Last year I compiled a list of all the offeres I could find....somewhere north of 200...I am working on the next edition.
Quote from: IndyValpo on November 21, 2017, 07:09:22 AM
Last year I compiled a list of all the offeres I could find....somewhere north of 200...I am working on the next edition.
Have you hired a literary agent yet?
https://twitter.com/ValpoRecruiting
Quote from: VU2014 on November 21, 2017, 02:03:18 PM
https://twitter.com/ValpoRecruiting
There was one mistake in the twitter account. A kid said he had received an offer from The University of Valparaiso. That must be in Chili, it couldn't be us!
Quote from: vu72 on November 21, 2017, 03:17:18 PM
Quote from: VU2014 on November 21, 2017, 02:03:18 PM
https://twitter.com/ValpoRecruiting
There was one mistake in the twitter account. A kid said he had received an offer from The University of Valparaiso. That must be in Chili, it couldn't be us!
Chili is in a soup kitchen in South America. The University of Valparaiso is in Chile.
...................and they have a law school
Universidad de Valparaíso
Escuela de Derecho..jpg
University of Valparaíso Law School
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cf/Escuela_de_Derecho..jpg)
Quote from: bbtds on November 22, 2017, 05:44:35 AM
Quote from: vu72 on November 21, 2017, 03:17:18 PM
Quote from: VU2014 on November 21, 2017, 02:03:18 PM
https://twitter.com/ValpoRecruiting
There was one mistake in the twitter account. A kid said he had received an offer from The University of Valparaiso. That must be in Chili, it couldn't be us!
Chili is in a soup kitchen in South America. The University of Valparaiso is in Chile.
...................and they have a law school
Universidad de Valparaíso
Escuela de Derecho..jpg
University of Valparaíso Law School
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cf/Escuela_de_Derecho..jpg)
The spelling/ grammar police are at it again! Thought they might have taken a vacation! ;)
Quote from: vu72 on November 22, 2017, 06:14:46 AM
Quote from: bbtds on November 22, 2017, 05:44:35 AM
Quote from: vu72 on November 21, 2017, 03:17:18 PM
Quote from: VU2014 on November 21, 2017, 02:03:18 PM
https://twitter.com/ValpoRecruiting
There was one mistake in the twitter account. A kid said he had received an offer from The University of Valparaiso. That must be in Chili, it couldn't be us!
Chili is in a soup kitchen in South America. The University of Valparaiso is in Chile.
...................and they have a law school
Universidad de Valparaíso
Escuela de Derecho..jpg
University of Valparaíso Law School
(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/cf/Escuela_de_Derecho..jpg)
The spelling/ grammar police are at it again! Thought they might have taken a vacation! ;)
So you can correct a recruit for saying University of Valparaiso but when I correct you for saying Chili instead of Chile that is wrong? Oy vey! ;)
The coaches have been hitting the recruiting trail hard. They've made a lot of offers the last weeks and just landed a commitment last night.
https://twitter.com/byrdbro68/status/937544255727456256
12/04/2017 Commits:
DE: Adrian Guzman Valparaiso HS (IN) 6'4 215
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/8141382/59f9fd59f560680c8477013f#
Other Offers: NA
Played primarily DT last year, absolutely huge frame, showed ability to pass rush
OL: Aaron Byrd Bradley HS (IL) 6'3 280
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5039987/59f65d95bed70d0dd022d6cd
Other Offers: Rose-Hulman, Olivet Nazarene
Good run blocking moves well projects as a guard, Pass protection looks good as well
Checking out Jason Mirran's Twitter, I picked up these bits and pieces:
[tweet]935141246967992320[/tweet]
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[tweet]933069485858103296[/tweet]
6'2, 275 DT/DE
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/667859/59af092a5cb42c0df0507562
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[tweet]937676703027081216[/tweet]
6'4, 270 T/C
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4645732/devin-golden
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[tweet]937516159150280705[/tweet]
6'2, 229 DE/TE/MLB
http://www.hudl.com/profile/5291331/chris-dascher
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[tweet]937453099840655360[/tweet]
5'9, 140, WR/CB, 4.45 40
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4139233/tyrese-jackson
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[tweet]937140023102726146[/tweet]
6'4, 288 G/C/T, 4.5 GPA
https://www.hudl.com/profile/6181821/jacob-kaplan
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[tweet]937183027255545856[/tweet]
6'2, 198, QB/P
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4026406/mike-hohensee
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[tweet]935563003063361545[/tweet]
6'2, 190lb. DB, 4.8 40 (Florida)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/7606751/jakai-linwood
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[tweet]93563452097972224[/tweet]
6'3, 220 lb, TE/OLB/LS (Florida)
http://www.hudl.com/profile/8082380/ramsey-baty
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[tweet/]935680820089470976[/tweet]
6'2, 205 lb. SS/WR, 4.61 40 (California)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/6668127/jack-ohearn
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[tweet]936017910266556416[/tweet]
WR, 4.49 40 (Florida)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4804970/joshua-alexander
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[tweet]936287518483517441[/tweet]
6'4, 235, DE/DT, 4.9 40 (Florida) (3.55 GPA)
http://www.hudl.com/profile/5306487/sebastian-bruno
Offers? I thought VU football was non-scholarship Are we contemplating a move up to schollie-FCS football and a move to the MVFC?
Quote from: VUGrad1314 on December 04, 2017, 02:52:11 PM
Offers? I thought VU football was non-scholarship Are we contemplating a move up to schollie-FCS football and a move to the MVFC?
No. Absolutely, NO. Despite being non-scholarship in FB , all D-I athletes will have to sign a national letter of intent because we are D-I. Part of that process is extending an offer (AKA, "invitation to apply"). It is non-binding on both sides. The FB staff is merely saying "we'd like you to play football for Valpo." There is no scholarship offered. And unlike a scholarship offer, the player will have to apply and go through the standard financial aid process. As in most schools in the PFL, Valpo FB will have a certain number of applicants that will be given a priority screening. Along those same lines, I would also assume that Dave and his staff might have a little input into the amount and types of financial aid the university will commit to the kid (like if the aid package needs to be bumped up a little to ensure we get that player).
But it is still tough. I remember this kid Bama Powell. He came in as a freshman in 2013 at 6'3, 320. By the end of the season he dominated the nose position (for a very poor Carlson team). He actually was FCS scholarship caliber talent. He was an engineering major. He left that next year and I understand that financial aid was one reason. Never found out where he eventually wound up. Had he stayed, he would have been a defensive mainstay of Dave Cecchini's first teams.
https://twitter.com/BoilerAD/status/943484063805005824
Quote from: VULB#62 on December 04, 2017, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: VUGrad1314 on December 04, 2017, 02:52:11 PM
Offers? I thought VU football was non-scholarship Are we contemplating a move up to schollie-FCS football and a move to the MVFC?
No. Absolutely, NO. Despite being non-scholarship in FB , all D-I athletes will have to sign a national letter of intent because we are D-I. Part of that process is extending an offer (AKA, "invitation to apply"). It is non-binding on both sides. The FB staff is merely saying "we'd like you to play football for Valpo." There is no scholarship offered. And unlike a scholarship offer, the player will have to apply and go through the standard financial aid process. As in most schools in the PFL, Valpo FB will have a certain number of applicants that will be given a priority screening. Along those same lines, I would also assume that Dave and his staff might have a little input into the amount and types of financial aid the university will commit to the kid (like if the aid package needs to be bumped up a little to ensure we get that player).
But it is still tough. I remember this kid Bama Powell. He came in as a freshman in 2013 at 6'3, 320. By the end of the season he dominated the nose position (for a very poor Carlson team). He actually was FCS scholarship caliber talent. He was an engineering major. He left that next year and I understand that financial aid was one reason. Never found out where he eventually wound up. Hand he stayed, he would have been a defensive mainstay of Dave Cecchini's first teams.
I read someplace that a recent gift (or possibly a commitment for a future gift from an estate) was partially to assist financially for football players. I wonder how that will work. Could it be treated as giving funds to assist biology majors but instead it is football players? I wonder how that will impact the non-scholarship aspect of Valpo football?
That is a very good question. Teams like Jacksonville and USD used what I believe were called President's Scholarships to augment financial aid to some FB players. Abuse of that got both on PFL probation and forefiture of wins. At least I think that was the case.
In my mind (which is not necessarily logical or stable :) ) I would have to think that in order to meet the PFL non-scholarship criterion, financial aid would have to come from common sources available to all applicants and be totally need-based. Grants for, say, a great artist or musician, or an academic grant to a very bright mathematician are a reward for those specific talents in the form of a "scholarship" that can be augmented by other financial aid based on financial need. In the case of a scholarship fund to support, in this case, the 'talent' of football, that would not comply with our non-"scholarship" commitment.
From the possibly flawed perspective I stated above, I can't see how a fund like the one you cited could be used. On the other hand, that same fund could easily endow the HFBC seat, as many Ivy schools do, or underwrite a recruiting budget (MBB has such an endowment). I just don't know how the money could go directly to a player.
Quote from: VULB#62 on December 20, 2017, 10:39:00 AMThat is a very good question. Teams like Jacksonville and USD used what I believe were called President's Scholarships to augment financial aid to some FB players. Abuse of that got both on PFL probation and forefiture of wins. At least I think that was the case. In my mind (which is not necessarily logical or stable :) ) I would have to think that in order to meet the PFL non-scholarship criterion, financial aid would have to come from common sources available to all applicants and be totally need-based.
Valpo has three levels of these types of scholarships. Board of Directors, Presidential and Honors from highest to lowest. These are all available to all students which is the criteria for non scholarship programs.
Thanks, 24, for that info. So it is discretionary. The key is whether it is applied universally or disproportionately to support a football program?
Quote from: VULB#62 on December 20, 2017, 05:53:53 PMThanks, 24, for that info. So it is discretionary. The key is whether it is applied universally or disproportionately to support a football program?
I believe that is the case. Valpo reviews every student for the awards.
Early attrition report
Graduation:
#4 JJ Nunes
#10 Jarrett Morgan
#16 Ryan Clarke
#17 Brandon Riley
#30 frank catrine
#34 Jay slone
#43 John Regan
#56 Tristan DE LA Rosa
#98 Jake Simpson
Left team:
#6 Logan Pfizenmayer
#39 Jack Buckey
#46 Josh baker
#51 Nick Antonacci
#61 Sean Pierce
#64 Sean Stephens
#86 Kevin Wright
Returning to team:
#15 Isaac Lane
Congrats to the graduates!
I believe over the New Years we pulled in another recruit
OL Jordan Adkins Concord 6'4 255
Other offers: Eastern Kentucky
Quote from: valpofb16 on December 22, 2017, 11:44:23 AM
Early attrition report
Left team:
#6 Logan Pfizenmayer
#39 Jack Buckey
#46 Josh baker
#51 Nick Antonacci
#61 Sean Pierce
#64 Sean Stephens
#86 Kevin Wright
No surprise we lost some OL. We had 18 on the roster (I think) and zero graduated plus we now have two committed for next year. Both Pierce and Antonacci were centers so we need to add one. Pfizenmayer saw some action at LB and special teams. I thought Wright (based on his highlight tape) looked like a player.
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 02, 2018, 11:32:49 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on December 22, 2017, 11:44:23 AMEarly attrition report Left team: #6 Logan Pfizenmayer #39 Jack Buckey #46 Josh baker #51 Nick Antonacci #61 Sean Pierce #64 Sean Stephens #86 Kevin Wright
No surprise we lost some OL. We had 18 on the roster (I think) and zero graduated plus we now have two committed for next year. Both Pierce and Antonacci were centers so we need to add one. Pfizenmayer saw some action at LB and special teams. I thought Wright (based on his highlight tape) looked like a player.
Kevin Wright transferred to Snow College which is a pretty good JC program in Utah.
Donny Navarro and Dilan Scargle have also opted for juco and won't be returning. Oh well plenty of freshman players have left past two years, We will be alright.
Both are big losses. They were starters. Wonder why.
Going to go juco to try and get another offer. Grass isnt always greener
Mike Scheerhorn: Florida State (D1) DNP
Cole Anderson: Colorado State (D1) career special teams
Steve Holman: UTSA (D1) career special teams
Denzell Conway: Transferred to Lindenwood (D2) played 0 snaps, transferred back and played scout team
Vincent McPherson: Walked on at Georgia State (D1) did not play a down
Jake Newman: Grad transfer Miami (OH) (D1) did not play a down
Keenan Franz: Stevenson (D3) played in 6 games 2017 non starter
Merek Pierce: Southern Methodist (D1) did not play a down
Domonique Bobo: Quincy (D2) third running back in rotation 2017
Torrin Sallis: Geneva College (D3) Starter
Kyle Petroff: Uindy(D2) did not play a down
Good luck to both, but their numbers were a bit deceiving versus their overall talent. I am sure that they can get some time at another FCS scholarship school, however.
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 10, 2018, 09:10:16 PMBoth are big losses. They were starters. Wonder why.
Cost.
Grades.
Weather.
Cost: maybe, but after one year that cost could decrease in prportion to value. This is another era but I had a partial aid package as a freshman, but I checked in with Walt Reiner about possible more aid and going into my soph year (as a starter) doubled my grant. That can be negotiated, I believe.
Grades: no knowledge here.
Weather: At least Navarrow is from IL and his family would have a lot less to travel to any away games anywhere.
My thought is that both these kids think they could be playing at a much higher level and are gambling on that.
16's previous post kinda summarizes the end result. Same thing happened with talented kids at our level during the Carlson era. None excelled or even played much if at all at the next level.
Unless a kid is an absolutely great player who is head and shoulders above the Valpo level (and think they are pro material) why move on except to get a full ride to ride the bench. What is inspiring about that?
But I still want to know what happened to Bama Powell.
Bama had a horrible attitude and often cried at practice (no kidding), was down to 3rd string spring when coach Chick came in, often referenced he should be playing at a higher level, and didn't maintain grades.
Didn't play anywhere else just left Valpo.
Hmmmmmmm..... that's interesting.
https://twitter.com/AtanasioSete/status/952589880500027393
https://twitter.com/Camraupach21/status/952588800840040449
01/15 commits
Very excited about new commits!
Cameron Raupach RB 5'9 175lbs Neuqua Valley HS IL:
http://www.hudl.com/profile/3975821/cameron-raupach
Other Offers: NA
Initial thoughts: Good vision, runs low pad level, very reminiscent of Jake Hutson '11-'15. With Morgan gone carries to be had next year.
Antanasio Sete DT 6'0 337 Marian HS IN:
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5539759/5a1188fa02b1220b1cc598b0
Other Offers: NA
Initial Thoughts: Huge D-lineman. Projects to be a true nose tackle. Will most likely have to cut weight to play in this defense. Great size for an incoming freshman.
Brings class total to 4
Cameron also looks to have explosive speed.
https://twitter.com/DangeloTristen/status/953288926948544514
Boulder Creek, CO. 6-4, 185 WR/CB (highlights are mainly WR) Long strides, nice reach. USD pushing hard. He has had hosted visits to AZ State and Cal too.
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 16, 2018, 11:36:39 AMBoulder Creek, CO. 6-4, 185 WR/CB (highlights are mainly WR) Long strides, nice reach. USD pushing hard. He has had hosted visits to AZ State and Cal too.
Raw. Has movements of a TE more than WR. Rounded routes. Can't teach 6'4" who can catch a bit.
Quote from: JD24 on January 16, 2018, 05:25:26 PM
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 16, 2018, 11:36:39 AMBoulder Creek, CO. 6-4, 185 WR/CB (highlights are mainly WR) Long strides, nice reach. USD pushing hard. He has had hosted visits to AZ State and Cal too.
Raw. Has movements of a TE more than WR. Rounded routes. Can't teach 6'4" who can catch a bit.
Would add to that, based on a short look at film, that he does not have a quick twitch muscle structure and will have trouble developing into a receiver who can break off a route sharply. But if he can go up and get 'em over 5'9'' DBs, he's welcome in my book.
01/16 Commit
Braden Russell 6'3 270 Offensive Line Greenville OH
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4138491/braden-russell
Other Offers:West Virginia State (D2)
Initial thoughts: Great get off on run blocking, good feet on pass blocking. Quick 4.78 shuttle at 270
Brings Class total to 5
OL: 2
DL: 2
RB: 1
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 16, 2018, 06:26:15 PMQuote from: JD24 on January 16, 2018, 05:25:26 PMQuote from: VULB#62 on January 16, 2018, 11:36:39 AMBoulder Creek, CO. 6-4, 185 WR/CB (highlights are mainly WR) Long strides, nice reach. USD pushing hard. He has had hosted visits to AZ State and Cal too.
Raw. Has movements of a TE more than WR. Rounded routes. Can't teach 6'4" who can catch a bit.
Would add to that, based on a short look at film, that he does not have a quick twitch muscle structure and will have trouble developing into a receiver who can break off a route sharply. But if he can go up and get 'em over 5'9'' DBs, he's welcome in my book.
Exactly.
I wonder what a guy such as Ross Dwelley looked like coming out of HS. I wouldn't be surprised if it was very much like this chap.
https://twitter.com/russell_braden/status/953458106142461953
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/4138491/5a13a45bda522d0e08efc4d4
Quote from: VU2014 on January 17, 2018, 08:33:19 AM
https://twitter.com/russell_braden/status/953458106142461953
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/4138491/5a13a45bda522d0e08efc4d4
I don't know how we got him but at 6'3" 270# coming out of high school, this kid will be a star. Great pursuit.
Played both ways - Nose on D pretty much and what appears to be Strong Side Tackle on O (he flipped to either side of the center depending on the play being called). Wonder how the staff sees his role - O or D? Had visits to Army and Ball State that I could see on his Twitter account.
01/21/17
4 New commits!
DE Jame Marinelli 6'3 230 Avon Lake High School oH
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4113781/Jake-Marinelli
Other Offers: Morehead State (D1AA)
Initial Thoughts: Anchor defensive end, could be in rotation immediately
DB Anthony Lullo 6'0 170 Lincoln-Way West High School IL
http://www.hudl.com/profile/5160577/Anthony-Lullo
Other Offers: NA
Initial thoughts: Ball hawking corner, several interceptions in film.
LB Aaron Antoniou 6'3 205 Hinsdale Central High School IL
http://ww.hudl.com/profile/4522349/Aaron-Antoniou
Other Offers: Kentucky Christian (NAIA) Nevada-PWO(D1), Minnesota-PWO(D1)
Initial thoughts: Very fast, will help with sack numbers, projects best as a Rush
OL Adam Meyer 6'5 210 Murietta Valley High School CA
http://www.hudl.com/profile/6299445/ADAM-MEYER
Other Offers: Colorado School of Mines (D2) Rose-Hulman (D3)
Initial Thoughts: Project, great feet, played on #109 best team in nation, needs to gain weight. Great addition
Brings total number to 9
OL: 3
DL: 3
LB: 1
DB: 1
RB: 1
https://twitter.com/kellanobrien/status/955903293032673280
Quote from: VU2014 on January 23, 2018, 07:02:58 PM
https://twitter.com/kellanobrien/status/955903293032673280
At 6'1 210# with very good speed and strength, I wonder where he will play. We seem to be getting bigger and faster kids. Apple Valley is a very solid big school program in Minnesota.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/4424231/Kellan-McKeag
Not just good speed. Excellent speed coupled with a quick read and a great nose for the football. He played LB but some shots showed him defending deep as well. He could be a find. Great motor.
And he is a music major. Wow.
Quote from: vu72 on January 23, 2018, 08:11:43 PM
At 6'1 210# with very good speed and strength, I wonder where he will play. We seem to be getting bigger and faster kids.
I think you are on to something ;D
Ya think winning helps with that?
I see WILL in this player's future.
https://twitter.com/liamoco116/status/956008440991813632
It's much easier to sell playing football at a winning program :)
OL Adam Meyer 6'5 210 Murietta Valley High School CA
http://www.hudl.com/profile/6299445/ADAM-MEYER
Other Offers: Colorado School of Mines (D2) Rose-Hulman (D3)
Initial Thoughts: Project, great feet, played on #109 best team in nation, needs to gain weight. Great addition
Do we plan to make this guy a TE? 210 to what we need for an OL is quite a stretch even at 6-5.
2 New commits
Kellan Mceag and Liam O'Connell,
Kellan is 6'1 210 and fast. JD24 is spot on i believe he will be a WILL backer in the future.
Liam O'Connell 6'4 215 looks like an edge rusher. More immediate potential rush with frame to become a full time defensive end
Notes: The effort to get faster up front is obvious. Last year's class was heavy on interior defensive lineman this year is more edge rushers.
Recruiting numbers
DL: 4
OL: 3
LB: 2
DB: 1
RB: 1
https://twitter.com/ejmckenney/status/956153202734456832
Elijah is 5-9, 160 CB/WR. Runs a 4.5 40 and has a 33.4 vertical. Also played basketball.
Ft. Mitchell, KY is about a 30 minute drive south of Cincinnati.
It's an offer at this point. Not a commit.
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 24, 2018, 11:19:52 AMGreat addition Do we plan to make this guy a TE? 210 to what we need for an OL is quite a stretch even at 6-5.
That was my thought as well. Essentially, if he can catch, maybe he's a TE. However the WR who committed the other day also appears to have more TE tendencies. Maybe we'll line up with 5 eligible TEs ;D
Nice write up on McKeag....
https://www.twincities.com/2017/11/23/pioneer-press-east-metro-football-player-of-the-year-apple-valleys-kellan-mckeag/
Quote from: talksalot on January 24, 2018, 10:06:38 PM
Nice write up on McKeag....
https://www.twincities.com/2017/11/23/pioneer-press-east-metro-football-player-of-the-year-apple-valleys-kellan-mckeag/
Wow! Wonder when was the last time a football recruit received that kind of press. Great stuff and picked Valpo over an Ivy League team! Fantastic!!
Quote from: vu72 on January 25, 2018, 09:00:28 AM
Quote from: talksalot on January 24, 2018, 10:06:38 PM
Nice write up on McKeag....
https://www.twincities.com/2017/11/23/pioneer-press-east-metro-football-player-of-the-year-apple-valleys-kellan-mckeag/
Wow! Wonder when was the last time a football recruit received that kind of press. Great stuff and picked Valpo over an Ivy League team! Fantastic!!
And he did all that without wearing pads and a helmet. Tough kid. :thumbsup:
BTW, do you think it is a coincidence that Apple Valley's colors are BROWN & GOLD?
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 25, 2018, 09:31:50 AMBTW, do you think it is a coincidence that Apple Valley's colors are BROWN & GOLD?
So if we can get 10 to 15 of Lehigh's and Wyoming's players to transfer to Valpo we'll win the FCS title? ;)
I wonder what instrument he plays?
Quote from: talksalot on January 25, 2018, 09:52:50 AM
I wonder what instrument he plays?
The piccolo? Probably not. ;)
He was also named a First Team All-State linebacker by the AP:
https://www.apnews.com/45e7299f60f24235905900eebb445500
Quote from: talksalot on January 25, 2018, 09:52:50 AM
I wonder what instrument he plays?
He's a linebacker, so probably percussion.
Quote from: vu72 on January 25, 2018, 09:58:56 AM
Quote from: talksalot on January 25, 2018, 09:52:50 AM
I wonder what instrument he plays?
The piccolo? Probably not. ;)
Maybe the Brian Piccolo? ;)
Maybe he caan bring along a Gale Sayers too. Aloha!
He could start training camp at St. Joe's old campus in Rensselaer.
Another commitment
https://twitter.com/Jaxxpeifer/status/956715129940389890
6-0, 215 LB, Normal, IL.
Quote from: VU2014 on January 26, 2018, 08:57:27 AM
Another commitment
https://twitter.com/Jaxxpeifer/status/956715129940389890
Looks like we are targeting defense. Another Linebacker. This kid was a first team all conference player.
Watching film of Peifer and Mckeag our defense is getting a lot faster talent. This brings the recruiting total up to 10, JD24 hinted at a receiver committing last weekend. I have that we are in final running for Trey King and Adam Meyer as our top two receiver targets but no commitment. JD did either of those players commit?
I count 12 to date....the beauty this year is that we are pretty solid across the board barring major exodus. I would like to see a few more DB's, perhaps a punter for the future. Will we add a QB? Most program seem to like to have one per class....certainly not a need.
1 OL Aaron Byrd Bradley, IL 6-3 280
2 DE Adrian Guzman Valparaiso, IN 6-4 215
3 RB Cam Raupach Neuqua Valley, IL 5-9 175
4 DT Antanasio Sete Mishawaka, IN 6-0 337
5 TE/DE Jake Marinelli Avon Lake, OH 6-2 230
6 OL Adam Meyer Murrieta, CA 6-5 210
7 LB Aaron Antoniou Hinsdale, IL 6-3 210
8 OL Braden Russell Greenville, OH 6-3 270
9 DB Anthony Lullo New Lenox, IL 6-0 170
10 LB Kellen McKeag Apple Valley, MN 6-1 210
11 TE/DE Liam O'Connell Chicago, IL 6-4 215
12 LB Jaxon Peifer Normal, IL 6-0 215
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 26, 2018, 12:53:59 PM
I count 12 to date....the beauty this year is that we are pretty solid across the board barring major exodus. I would like to see a few more DB's, perhaps a punter for the future. Will we add a QB? Most program seem to like to have one per class....certainly not a need.
1 OL Aaron Byrd Bradley, IL 6-3 280
2 DE Adrian Guzman Valparaiso, IN 6-4 215
3 RB Cam Raupach Neuqua Valley, IL 5-9 175
4 DT Antanasio Sete Mishawaka, IN 6-0 337
5 TE/DE Jake Marinelli Avon Lake, OH 6-2 230
6 OL Adam Meyer Murrieta, CA 6-5 210
7 LB Aaron Antoniou Hinsdale, IL 6-3 210
8 OL Braden Russell Greenville, OH 6-3 270
9 DB Anthony Lullo New Lenox, IL 6-0 170
10 LB Kellen McKeag Apple Valley, MN 6-1 210
11 TE/DE Liam O'Connell Chicago, IL 6-4 215
12 LB Jaxon Peifer Normal, IL 6-0 215
If my memory serves me well (doubtful) we have taken a lot of kids from Florida and California in the past. I think last year we had more kids from Florida than any other state. This year the emphasis seems to be on the Midwest. Could it be that in the past we have looked for players who knew little about the horrific past and now with the turn-a-round we can go after kids from our backyard? Or is it a cost factor?
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 26, 2018, 11:02:28 AMWatching film of Peifer and Mckeag our defense is getting a lot faster talent. This brings the recruiting total up to 10, JD24 hinted at a receiver committing last weekend. I have that we are in final running for Trey King and Adam Meyer as our top two receiver targets but no commitment. JD did either of those players commit?
I was thinking of the WR from Colorado...Tristen.... but he hasn't committed as of yet. Valpo was a little late offering him so we'll see. Adam Meyer is a lineman....at least the one listed a page back.
Quote from: vu72 on January 26, 2018, 01:11:17 PMQuote from: IndyValpo on January 26, 2018, 12:53:59 PMI count 12 to date....the beauty this year is that we are pretty solid across the board barring major exodus. I would like to see a few more DB's, perhaps a punter for the future. Will we add a QB? Most program seem to like to have one per class....certainly not a need. 1 OL Aaron Byrd Bradley, IL 6-3 280 2 DE Adrian Guzman Valparaiso, IN 6-4 215 3 RB Cam Raupach Neuqua Valley, IL 5-9 175 4 DT Antanasio Sete Mishawaka, IN 6-0 337 5 TE/DE Jake Marinelli Avon Lake, OH 6-2 230 6 OL Adam Meyer Murrieta, CA 6-5 210 7 LB Aaron Antoniou Hinsdale, IL 6-3 210 8 OL Braden Russell Greenville, OH 6-3 270 9 DB Anthony Lullo New Lenox, IL 6-0 170 10 LB Kellen McKeag Apple Valley, MN 6-1 210 11 TE/DE Liam O'Connell Chicago, IL 6-4 215 12 LB Jaxon Peifer Normal, IL 6-0 215
If my memory serves me well (doubtful) we have taken a lot of kids from Florida and California in the past. I think last year we had more kids from Florida than any other state. This year the emphasis seems to be on the Midwest. Could it be that in the past we have looked for players who knew little about the horrific past and now with the turn-a-round we can go after kids from our backyard? Or is it a cost factor?
Coaches were in Florida per usual schedule. I know I saw some offers put out there.
The commits keeping poring in
https://twitter.com/BreesePeyton/status/957766512689008641
Kid also had offers from Dayton and Morehead St.
2 More commits
Tanner Allton Columbus OHIO, 6'7 190 TE/WR
Kolton Sherman Millington MICH 6'0 175
Breese is a big time o-line recruit had several smaller offers and 2 in conference. Allton looks like a large body we can line up wide and will go get ball. Sherman looks to be a larger sized corner, could see him at safety
Class should be at 15 total
https://twitter.com/tannerallton8/status/957963809460600832
If the 6'7" is accurate, that could be more of a hindrance than the aid it would appear to be a first glance for a WR and he'd have to put a ton of weight on to line up as a Y TE.
Quote from: JD24 on January 29, 2018, 05:12:48 PMIf the 6'7" is accurate, that could be more of a hindrance than the aid it would appear to be a first glance
Can he shoot a basketball with accuracy?
Quote from: bbtds on January 29, 2018, 07:28:00 PMQuote from: JD24 on January 29, 2018, 05:12:48 PMIf the 6'7" is accurate, that could be more of a hindrance than the aid it would appear to be a first glance
Can he shoot a basketball with accuracy?
He is on the basketball team. How adept he is at it remains a secret. I guess it is possible that Coach Dave's chief competition is Coach Matt. ;D
He's listed here at 6'6" 195# Video looks like he has pretty good hand and clearly can go up and catch the ball. Interestingly enough, he didn't drop one ball through the whole thing!! :o
https://www.hudl.com/profile/6167826/Tanner-Allton
Quote from: vu72 on January 30, 2018, 09:31:30 AMHe's listed here at 6'6" 195# Video looks like he has pretty good hand and clearly can go up and catch the ball. Interestingly enough, he didn't drop one ball through the whole thing!! :o https://www.hudl.com/profile/6167826/Tanner-Allton
Amazing we only see highlights of WRs and TEs who never drop the ball....NEVER! ;D
Could be a target near the goal line but blocking and getting off the line can be a big issue with very tall WRs. In order to be a Y TE, he's looking at adding a fair amount of weight at 6'6" or 6'7" and 195.
Commit Trey Psota Bay Village OH
ILB 6'1 208
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 02, 2018, 11:24:22 AM
Commit Trey Psota Bay Village OH
ILB 6'1 208
Wow! This kid can really pursue and tackle! Some serious sticks! Check out this video!
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/4084764/59f8b77a041ddc22f8a573fb
He is a strong Christian and Conference POY! As a guy who grew up in Ohio, I know that there are a lot of good Ohio players. Glad Valpo is finally tapping this close by source of talent.
As a RB ran for 1385 yards and 25 TDs (second half of the highlight reel)
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 02, 2018, 01:45:05 PMAs a RB ran for 1385 yards and 25 TDs (second half of the highlight reel)
I liked the RB half more than the LBer half.
Confirmed a Jordan Adkins OL from concord is committed as well
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 02, 2018, 06:38:40 PM
Confirmed a Jordan Adkins OL from concord is committed as well
Well?
Safety Jake Sommers 6'0 190 from Avon Lake OH has committed (teammate of jake marinelli)
Jordan Adkins 6'4 255 o lineman from Elkhart in committed
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 03, 2018, 12:10:09 AM
Safety Jake Sommers 6'0 190 from Avon Lake OH has committed (teammate of jake marinelli)
Jordan Adkins 6'4 255 o lineman from Elkhart in committed
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https://twitter.com/jakesommers28/status/959594463042646016
https://twitter.com/rdat25/status/960187066561724418
https://twitter.com/rileyedgerton53/status/960175582238707712
Riley is 6'2" 235# and was a 5A All state tackle. I'm guessing they move him to Linebacker of D end as 235# sure won't cut it in the Pioneer League O-Line and at 6'2" would be hard to imagine him getting to 270-290!
6'2" might be a stretch based on the picture with Coach. Coach is maybe 6'. Still, solid looking kid. Like his name.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 04, 2018, 01:55:34 PM6'2" might be a stretch based on the picture with Coach. Coach is maybe 6'. Still, solid looking kid. Like his name.
VULB has been affected by the affliction known as the Life of Riley. No, not the old TV show starring originally Jackie Gleason and then William Bendix. What I'm talking about is two recruits named in consecutive posts with the first name of Riley.
In this case it is Riley Allison standing next to Coach C. He is listed as 5-11 and 200lbs. RB/DB.
The other is the 6-2 235lb Riley Edgerton who is not pictured.
A couple of naproxen's and VULB will be able to return to work without infecting anyone else.
;D
Edgerton will play o line most likely luckily 3 of the 5 spots are filled until 2020 season (have heard lundberg,roberts, and jarnigan are all planning to return for fifth years in 2019)
Allison is a great grab Aquinas is high level football, with Cartales, Boxrucker,Earley, and Haugh(heard this kid is a stud) and Raumpach we have a great backfield moving forward
Quote from: JD24 on February 04, 2018, 02:15:45 PM
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 04, 2018, 01:55:34 PM6'2" might be a stretch based on the picture with Coach. Coach is maybe 6'. Still, solid looking kid. Like his name.
VULB has been affected by the affliction known as the Life of Riley. No, not the old TV show starring originally Jackie Gleason and then William Bendix. What I'm talking about is two recruits named in consecutive posts with the first name of Riley.
In this case it is Riley Allison standing next to Coach C. He is listed as 5-11 and 200lbs. RB/DB.
The other is the 6-2 235lb Riley Edgerton who is not pictured.
A couple of naproxen's and VULB will be able to return to work without infecting anyone else.
;D
I beg your pardon, sir! I drew my conclusion on 72's post which immediately preceded mine. It's all his fault for being incomprehensibly ambiguous by just writing Riley. Note that the other Riley, listed previously to Allison, had no pic associated with it. ;)
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 04, 2018, 03:31:33 PM
Quote from: JD24 on February 04, 2018, 02:15:45 PM
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 04, 2018, 01:55:34 PM6'2" might be a stretch based on the picture with Coach. Coach is maybe 6'. Still, solid looking kid. Like his name.
VULB has been affected by the affliction known as the Life of Riley. No, not the old TV show starring originally Jackie Gleason and then William Bendix. What I'm talking about is two recruits named in consecutive posts with the first name of Riley.
In this case it is Riley Allison standing next to Coach C. He is listed as 5-11 and 200lbs. RB/DB.
The other is the 6-2 235lb Riley Edgerton who is not pictured.
A couple of naproxen's and VULB will be able to return to work without infecting anyone else.
;D
I beg your pardon, sir! I drew my conclusion on 72's post which immediately preceded mine. It's all his fault for being incomprehensibly ambiguous by just writing Riley. Note that the other Riley, listed previously to Allison, had no pic associated with it. ;)
Guilty! ;D
https://twitter.com/ben_nimz/status/960525324793602048
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 04, 2018, 03:05:09 PM
Edgerton will play o line most likely luckily 3 of the 5 spots are filled until 2020 season (have heard lundberg,roberts, and jarnigan are all planning to return for fifth years in 2019)
That is good news on Lundberg, Roberts and Jarnigan our 2 deep from last year has 3 seniors and 5 redshirt juniors. Having those three back will really help. With the already committed guys we should be in good shape, are of these guys centers?
None of the guys we have recruited played center in HS however neither did RSJR Brady Sullivan, I imagine with the amount of O-Line we are bringing in someone is bound to be converted.
Excited on Nimz front huge arm, but likewise our QB situation is solved until 2020 as well, (Maybe 2021 depending on if Duncan stays and wins job)(Also Markoff and Bilinski are really talented)
This brings our class to 21 known recruits, there are always two or three left fielders that are posted in signing day however with amount of returning players I don't think we will see many more incoming freshman, class should be around 28-32 tops.
I'll do an overall run down of class when we get an official number but so far looks to be a good one.
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2018, 11:33:42 AM
None of the guys we have recruited played center in HS however neither did RSJR Brady Sullivan, I imagine with the amount of O-Line we are bringing in someone is bound to be converted.
Excited on Nimz front huge arm, but likewise our QB situation is solved until 2020 as well, (Maybe 2021 depending on if Duncan stays and wins job)(Also Markoff and Bilinski are really talented)
This brings our class to 21 known recruits, there are always two or three left fielders that are posted in signing day however with amount of returning players I don't think we will see many more incoming freshman, class should be around 28-32 tops.
I'll do an overall run down of class when we get an official number but so far looks to be a good one.
Agreed this class looks solid. I could see adding a couple of WR and DB's perhaps a punter.
From his YouTube highlight reel, I liked Nimz's accuracy on deep balls. Seems to be able to run a bit too when he has to. He also had some good WRs to throw to. Liked Catholic Memorial's #81. If he is a senior we should go after him too. If he is a junior, go get him next year.
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2018, 11:33:42 AMNone of the guys we have recruited played center in HS however neither did RSJR Brady Sullivan, I imagine with the amount of O-Line we are bringing in someone is bound to be converted. Excited on Nimz front huge arm, but likewise our QB situation is solved until 2020 as well, (Maybe 2021 depending on if Duncan stays and wins job)(Also Markoff and Bilinski are really talented) This brings our class to 21 known recruits, there are always two or three left fielders that are posted in signing day however with amount of returning players I don't think we will see many more incoming freshman, class should be around 28-32 tops. I'll do an overall run down of class when we get an official number but so far looks to be a good one.
Twitter post made it appear they'll be some sort of presentation online (maybe a stream) of the commits. Looked to be moreso than the tweets we've received in the past although maybe I read too much into it.
Quote from: IndyValpo on February 05, 2018, 11:48:16 AMAgreed this class looks solid. I could see adding a couple of WR and DB's perhaps a punter.
With the loss of Catrine to graduation and Navarro and Wright to wherever, I agree that a couple of WRs would be helpful. They'll lose Rene and Norberg after this season leaving, for the most part, Parker Fox and J.D. Koehler with LaRose looking ok last year as well. May be a function of just not seeing anyone else get on the field (Gessinger has his limitations as a WR which I think is demonstrated by the few snaps he gets from scrimmage) but behind the guys I listed, I'm not sure there's a lot there.
DBs appear to be in a similar situation losing JJ, Riley, Scargle and JDM and Leandre being gone after this season. Again, this could be a function of not having seen a lot of the guys left on the field much if at all.
Commit:
6'3 190 Justin Helms OLB/DE North Central Indianapolis IN (3rd panther of decade Jabril Baker '13 Melvin graham '15), good speed off the edge
6'3 185 Oliver Reese WR Battle Ground Academy Franklin TN. Great pick up, 6'3 can run, this will be a steal.
In terms of receiver I think we could see Sherman there and I know we are waiting on Javon Cooper and Jakai Linwood to make decisions. With Norberg, Koehler, Rene, Gessinger, Fox, Larose we have our 2 deep for 2018
DBs Hebda, Booker, Brimmage,Kelly, plus return of Isaac Lane it's not horrible plus redshirts Stacey Jones and Bryce Leach have excellent size , forgot Duncan he's good
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6-4, 205, CB/WR
Most of his highlights start with D. Didn't have time to watch any WR stuff.
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Quote from: VULB#62 on February 05, 2018, 12:59:29 PM
From his YouTube highlight reel, I liked Nimz's accuracy on deep balls. Seems to be able to run a bit too when he has to. He also had some good WRs to throw to. Liked Catholic Memorial's #81. If he is a senior we should go after him too. If he is a junior, go get him next year.
Interesting that Nimz visited Minnesota, North Dakota State, North Dakota, South Dakota State and Minnesota State University Moorhead.
Commit David Drs OT 6'2 235 Shaumburg IL
ValpoFB Tweets of the incoming class are beginning to apear. Nicely done.
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Each post is accompanied by a Hudl highlight clip
So far 16 posted. Just the states of Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota and Michigan are represented at this point. I think they are featuring the 'local" kids (meaning these states) first, then expanding the circle to include the Californis, Florida, etc.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 07, 2018, 12:57:00 PM
ValpoFB Tweets of the incoming class are beginning to apear. Nicely done.
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Each post is accompanied by a Hudl highlight clip
This is AWESOME!! What a class! Given these guys a couple of years in the weight room and WATCH OUT!!
Get a load of this size!
OL:
6'3" 270#
6'3" 275#
6'3" 280#
DL:
6'0" 310#
But the LBs and particularly the DBs! We are graduating guys 5'10" and adding DBs at 6' and 6'4"!! LBs at 6'2" 220# and 6'3" 205#
I obviously didn't cover everyone. Just a few that jumped out at me!! GREAT JOB by the staff!!
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27 on the initial release (List Attached - CLICK TO ENLARGE)
By State:
CA-1
FL-1
IL-8
IN-6
MI-2
MN-1
OH-6
TN-1
WI-1
By Position:
DB-5
DE-3
DL-1
LB-6
QB-1
RB-3
TE-1
WR-1
See a trend here so far?????
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 07, 2018, 02:39:53 PM
By State:
CA-1
FL-1
IL-8
IN-6
MI-2
MN-1
OH-6
TN-1
WI-1
Scarsella and Guzman were part of a great Valpo High defense. Scarsella was the best athlete on the team and he got hurt in practice prior to losing to Penn in the sectional.
Maceo is a very good athlete from Portage as well. He was a running QB. Not sure what they will do with him in VU's offense but he'd be a great fullback.
Drs and Byrd? Can we buy a vowel??
https://twitter.com/JP8185/status/961349089001689094
https://twitter.com/JP8185/status/961350012918812673
My nomination for best name in the class: Fletcher Christian
Hope he doesn't foment any mutinies.
After the "That's It" tweet, ValpoFB added Adam Meyer, 6'4", 210 OL from California. So the total goes to 28 and makes it 2 California kids along with increasing the OL total to 7.
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https://twitter.com/grblosser/status/961631471348969473
In the article he is quoted as saying that the improved winning had a bearing on his decision.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 08, 2018, 07:26:17 PM
In the article he is quoted as saying that the improved winning had a bearing on his decision.
Also a quote given credit to God. Clearly we are attracting Christian kids who want to play at a Christian school and...it doesn't hurt that he want to study engineering!! Improving football, Christian and Engineering. A powerful combo. At 6'3" 270# he is perfect kid to go to about 290# with plenty of muscle!!
Quote from: Valpo89 on February 07, 2018, 02:59:23 PMScarsella and Guzman were part of a great Valpo High defense. Scarsella was the best athlete on the team and he got hurt in practice prior to losing to Penn in the sectional. Maceo is a very good athlete from Portage as well. He was a running QB. Not sure what they will do with him in VU's offense but he'd be a great fullback.
Maceo is listed at 5'9" 180. He's not playing fullback absent a lot of time in the mess hall.
Dave has done great work at recruiting men who are both quality talent and are the types of men who will find other connections to talent via majors and interests. It probably also helps in recruitment if you pull men who are likely to qualify for other scholarships based on academic/other qualifications since we are non scholarship
Coach Dave has been an outstanding addition to the Athletic Staff!
Late offer. Small schools program in Tennessee. Makes sense as I'm not sure slot WR is adequately manned either near or long term:
https://twitter.com/kcalonzo3/status/967807731259363328
Good concentration in traffic and quite the nose for the end zone. Speed on tape is all relative to the level of competition, but he out ran a bunch of defenders time and again.
https://twitter.com/sergiogasperoni/status/969583656439296000
Decent size and a quick read from the Detroit area, I believe. Mom and Dad will be at all gome games at least. 3.95 GPA too.
Did his highlight tape ever show a drop into coverage? There's a couple of triple option teams in the league but there's also a couple of 40 throws a game teams.
Didn't watch all of them/it. But good run stopper and I saw some good passer pressure.
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 10, 2018, 09:06:34 PMDonny Navarro and Dilan Scargle have also opted for juco and won't be returning. Oh well plenty of freshman players have left past two years, We will be alright.
Navarro has ended up at Illinois as a preferred walk on.
Couple of late ones
Patrick McNerney WR CA
Sergio Gasperoni LB MI
Kenny Brewer WR MI
Quote from: valpofb16 on April 17, 2018, 02:27:48 PMCouple of late ones Patrick McNerney WR CA Sergio Gasperoni LB MI Kenny Brewer WR MI
Gasperoni looked decent on his highlights. Needs to add a few pounds but his instincts are good. Listed at 6-1 215 but looks smaller on tape. Brewer's highlights look like he's got some ability. McNerney doesn't appear to have played much in HS...at least his senior year. May have been injured.
Apparently a new release of remaining recruiting commits is coming out.
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McNerney looked good he is from Huntington Beach, big body
S Eli Weeks Franklin IN flipped from St. Francis (NAIA Natty Champ) to us, film looks solid
Here they are.
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More good size at receiver plus a giant OL guy! Now to add some muscle and get them up to playing at a D1 level. Really looking forward to the season and even to the Brown and Gold game on Saturday--wish I could be there but hope we can get a few reports!!
Quote from: valpofb16 on April 19, 2018, 02:16:06 PM
McNerney looked good he is from Huntington Beach, big body
S Eli Weeks Franklin IN flipped from St. Francis (NAIA Natty Champ) to us, film looks solid
If you want I'll slip down to Franklin and teepee his house with brown and gold toilet paper. I always like to show the recruits how much Valpo loves them ;), especially for flipping schools. Playing time must be a real persuasive tool with this generation.
EDIT: That's not Franklin, IN that is Franklin Township part of Indianapolis on the southeast side. (Franklin Central HS) Much closer to my house which is on the southwest side of Indy, in what some would call a rural part.
Quote from: valpofb16 on April 19, 2018, 02:16:06 PM
McNerney looked good he is from Huntington Beach, big body
S Eli Weeks Franklin IN flipped from St. Francis (NAIA Natty Champ) to us, film looks solid
I have to admit that Weeks flipping to VU from St. Francis is kind of surprising. Going from a scholarship program coming off of back to back national championships and already being announced as part of the recruiting class
https://twitter.com/USF_Football/status/961325541369565184
to a non-scholarship program, appears on the surface to be a sacrifice most players/students might not make. St Francis is a very impressive program and recruits at a high level so I expect that this kid has some talent.
Eli Weeks' Senior year highlights (https://a.hudl.com/video/3/5584609/59cd8838688e52138430da24)
Could be because he shrunk 1" in height and lost 5 lbs. since committing to St. Francis. ;D ::) ;). We are getting the smaller version it appears.
I would have to think that Weeks looked at VU academics and also playing at a DI school and decided to give VU a shot. VU is certainly the better academic and more prestigious school of the two, that and the resurgence of the program probably helped.
St. Francis had two players participate in a Pro Day this April. One of them, Nick Ferrer the NAIA national player of the year this past season, guided USF to back-to-back national titles. He measured 6-foot-3, 226 pounds. Very good size for an NAIA Quarterback. Ferrer is No. 2 on the NAIA career passing touchdowns list with 136 and he is No. 4 on the NAIA career passing yardage list with 12,535 yards overtaking No 5, former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna, in the 2017 National title game .He probably has a decent shot at making a practice squad somewhere.
When was the last time a VU player looked to have even a small shot at the NFL and participated in a Pro Day workout? Perhaps some of the more Football centric posters have some idea?
Quote from: FWalum on April 20, 2018, 12:39:11 PMWhen was the last time a VU player looked to have even a small shot at the NFL and participated in a Pro Day workout? Perhaps some of the more Football centric posters have some idea?
Not sure but think Greg Wood, our punter in 2012 had at least a tryout. I also think Ryan Kozey had a look. He was an OL in 2008 and had the size at 6'8" 290#. Before that in recent time perhaps Rob Giancola had a look, not sure.
Greg Wood went to Bears rookie camp in 2013 and was quickly cut
JJ Nunes actually just had quite the pro day!
https://herosports.com/nfl-draft/fcs-combine-safeties-top-marks-2018-ajaj
Those sound reasonable. Going way back, of course, Gary Puetz made it along with Fuzzy Thurston way before him. In my class Dick Raddatz went to training camp with the Eagles as a punter.
Quote from: VULB#62 on April 20, 2018, 02:05:51 PM
Those sound reasonable. Going way back, of course, Gary Puetz made it along with Fuzzy Thurston way before him. In my class Dick Raddatz went to training camp with the Eagles as a punter.
I think Tom Dohrman also had a tryout with the Bears.
Quote from: FWalum on April 20, 2018, 10:40:16 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on April 19, 2018, 02:16:06 PMMcNerney looked good he is from Huntington Beach, big body S Eli Weeks Franklin IN flipped from St. Francis (NAIA Natty Champ) to us, film looks solid
I have to admit that Weeks flipping to VU from St. Francis is kind of surprising. Going from a scholarship program coming off of back to back national championships and already being announced as part of the recruiting class to a non-scholarship program, appears on the surface to be a sacrifice most players/students might not make. St Francis is a very impressive program and recruits at a high level so I expect that this kid has some talent. Eli Weeks' Senior year highlights (https://a.hudl.com/video/3/5584609/59cd8838688e52138430da24)
The really strange thing on the Weeks commitment situation is that he signed and was announced as a St. Francis guy on Feb. 7th and on Feb 27th he was committed to Valpo. Awfully quick to have that sudden of a change. Cynical me would believe that something was lost in the translation between St. Francis and Weeks.
Maybe it will to Valpo's benefit.
Quote from: FWalum on April 20, 2018, 12:39:11 PMWhen was the last time a VU player looked to have even a small shot at the NFL and participated in a Pro Day workout? Perhaps some of the more Football centric posters have some idea?
David Macchi must have gotten a look at some point since he played in NFL Europe (I believe).
Macchi played in the Italian football league, not NFL Europe.
http://www.valpoathletics.com/football/news/2009-10/9558/valpo-hall-of-fame-to-induct-david-macchi-saturday/