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Which kid we talking about here? I’ve lost track.
Kolojay
This x1000!
Top programs have top defenses and that begins right up front in the middle.
We got Bacon who I really like, but we need more - two more elite DTs to make up for our modest results st the position last cycle.
It’s my biggest concern at the moment. We address this and I’m good for ‘26.
Lots of great points made here by fellow Canes. During the UM Championship years the one thing that remained constant was a dominating defensive line and LB's that could run but tackle. The DT is the most important facet besides QB in a Championship team.. Take a look at the Georgia and Alabama runs and it starts with their dominating DL lines and LB play. I'm not sure what the problem is with Mario and the other defensive coaches but they are having a problem recruiting in those two areas. A very talented DL and LB core can make our secondary look very good. I hope things change soon.
Very true these brands Nike and adidas don’t care what schools their kids go to anymore especially not in football.
Just last season alone Dylan Harper went to Rutgers a adidas school and played in Nikes all season Hailey van Lith left a adidas school stayed signed with adidas and transferred to two different Nike schools
No DL/LBs could have made last year's secondary look good.
I found it lol strong no
Great work here amigo. Seems case in point, need an elite big body dt every class. Stars are great, body type is most important. Ie I have no idea how Jordan Davis from UGA was 3 star
Let’s PM
I thought he was from Fort Myers?
Yes, North Fort Myers High immediately before Northwestern (was at NFM for at least his sophomore and junior seasons).
Maybe he grew up in New Jersey?
May I ask how you know that?
Cooper Flagg signed with New Balance but had to wear Nike’s during Duke games and Duke photo shoots, I think.
Same bull**** every time. Poster(s) provide one or two examples to make the claim that a broad statement is true.
When it comes to shoes and shoe contracts, I trust @Rellyrell . Not bpayne or lurker.
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Yes, originally from New Jersey.
Gators on3 says he weighed in at 270 on his visit maybe headed to DL. If that’s true about the weight then update after his visit here where D$ said he wouldn’t coming to Miami makes sense.
Exactly brands don’t push their kids on schools anymore and it’s not like key signed a big deal it’s basically a marketing deal for socials with adidas no life changing money involved he can go to anywhere he wants
I’m old enough to remember when Anthony Kennedy wasn’t a take immediately coming off his OV. The fact he is now should tell you all you need to know about DT recruiting…
Or maybe his NIL demands came down to realistic levels?
Not saying that is exactly what happened but there was a lot of chatter on 247 boards that he heard unrealistic demands which kind of make sense when you look at his 247 profile. He only visited Miami, Arkansas, and Missouri. Dudes with his size and athleticism are in his demand, they don’t stay home half the weekends in June.
