Toryque Bateman update

Nov 27, 2016

Just a quick update here - Offensive line target Toryque Bateman says he will be announcing his decision on January 28th.

The Gadsden City, Alabama product told CanesInSight.com this afternoon that he will be visiting Miami officially in the coming weeks and is going to set the date very soon. He also added that Miami coaches told him they will be coming to visit him in-home as well, possibly this week.

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IndayArtHauz

Jan 11, 2017

Peter Ariz said:
Miami really likes him. They think he's a better prospect than Telfort

How does he feel about Miami. We are also better than Telfort, IMO.

Zbrod95

Jan 11, 2017

valid said:
Bateman has scheduled his final OV to The U according to 247.

he big.

valid

Jan 11, 2017

Peter Ariz said:
Miami really likes him. They think he's a better prospect than Telfort

he needs to redshirt and get his body in shape. alot of baby fat and not much muscle. doesn't move too bad for a 6'8 big guy.

Memnon

Jan 18, 2017

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Handsome Squidbum

Jan 18, 2017

As much as I like reading about Thomas, Smith, and the skill position recruiting, this is what matters most to me. Need OL if we are going to get back on top. I'll trade Smith for Bateman anyday.

dycane

Jan 18, 2017

The Franchise said:
orange&green84 said:

I'm not sold on Telfort given that he was beaten like a government mule the last game. I remember Coach Macho's evaluation of him and couple that with how he's handled his recruitment, I'm more sold on Bateman. Having said that, this is not a hard stance as I know very little in terms of evaluating offensive linemen.

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Pay attention to motor and toughness, and you'll be ahead of most people when it comes to evaluating interior linemen. If you see a mentally soft OL getting raves from recruiting nerds solely based on measurables, then beware.

You've been consistent on this point for years and it's absolutely true. Mental toughness and a high motor are natural adjuncts that you see in almost every good lineman. That's why Ken Dorsey is considered one of the greatest college quarterbacks in history. I guarantee you he'd be nothing but a footnote if he played behind the line Miami has had over the last couple of years. His line was had one elite left tackle and a bunch of overachieving, tough mother****ers who went hard every play.

jkaz1

Jan 18, 2017

That's a bit strong regarding the OL.

Bibla was a top 100 player when we came out of PA (the only starter who was highly rated). Romberg was highly regarded out of Canada.

dycane said:
The Franchise said:

orange&green84 said:

I'm not sold on Telfort given that he was beaten like a government mule the last game. I remember Coach Macho's evaluation of him and couple that with how he's handled his recruitment, I'm more sold on Bateman. Having said that, this is not a hard stance as I know very little in terms of evaluating offensive linemen.

Click to expand...

Pay attention to motor and toughness, and you'll be ahead of most people when it comes to evaluating interior linemen. If you see a mentally soft OL getting raves from recruiting nerds solely based on measurables, then beware.

Click to expand...

You've been consistent on this point for years and it's absolutely true. Mental toughness and a high motor are natural adjuncts that you see in almost every good lineman. That's why Ken Dorsey is considered one of the greatest college quarterbacks in history. I guarantee you he'd be nothing but a footnote if he played behind the line Miami has had over the last couple of years. His line was had one elite left tackle and a bunch of overachieving, tough mother****ers who went hard every play.

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jnf2257

Jan 18, 2017

TimeB0mb said:
As much as I like reading about Thomas, Smith, and the skill position recruiting, this is what matters most to me. Need OL if we are going to get back on top. I'll trade Smith for Bateman anyday.

Agree with your premise that OL is a bigger need than WR, but Smith is a guy who can come in and have an impact from day 1. Idk if the same can be said for Bateman.

Now Harley and Pouncey are a different story. Give me Bateman over those guys all day.

Dwinstitles

Jan 18, 2017

jkaz1 said:
That's a bit strong regarding the OL.

Bibla was a top 100 player when we came out of PA (the only starter who was highly rated). Romberg was highly regarded out of Canada.

dycane said:

The Franchise said:

orange&green84 said:

I'm not sold on Telfort given that he was beaten like a government mule the last game. I remember Coach Macho's evaluation of him and couple that with how he's handled his recruitment, I'm more sold on Bateman. Having said that, this is not a hard stance as I know very little in terms of evaluating offensive linemen.

Click to expand...

Pay attention to motor and toughness, and you'll be ahead of most people when it comes to evaluating interior linemen. If you see a mentally soft OL getting raves from recruiting nerds solely based on measurables, then beware.

Click to expand...

You've been consistent on this point for years and it's absolutely true. Mental toughness and a high motor are natural adjuncts that you see in almost every good lineman. That's why Ken Dorsey is considered one of the greatest college quarterbacks in history. I guarantee you he'd be nothing but a footnote if he played behind the line Miami has had over the last couple of years. His line was had one elite left tackle and a bunch of overachieving, tough mother****ers who went hard every play.

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True that pocket was legit Dorsey was like mcaron untouched

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UMAlum21

Jan 18, 2017

Seems like a Louisville lean

FrankSmokesDank

Jan 18, 2017

TimeB0mb said:
As much as I like reading about Thomas, Smith, and the skill position recruiting, this is what matters most to me. Need OL if we are going to get back on top. I'll trade Smith for Bateman anyday.

I strongly disagree. I would rather take a plug & play 5* WR which we desperately need over a consensus 3* linemen that we will most likely have to develop for 2+ years. We already have a few projects on the O-line in Hillery & Dykstra. No disrespect to those two glad to have them, but Smith will help us next fall not fall 2019.

motorcitycane

Jan 18, 2017

Build the trenches! The rest will get handled on its own

2Focusd804

Jan 18, 2017

The Franchise said:
orange&green84 said:

I'm not sold on Telfort given that he was beaten like a government mule the last game. I remember Coach Macho's evaluation of him and couple that with how he's handled his recruitment, I'm more sold on Bateman. Having said that, this is not a hard stance as I know very little in terms of evaluating offensive linemen.

Click to expand...

Pay attention to motor and toughness, and you'll be ahead of most people when it comes to evaluating interior linemen. If you see a mentally soft OL getting raves from recruiting nerds solely based on measurables, then beware.

quick feet, ability to bend (not lean), length, athleticism, hand pop are physical traits to look for

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iLoveTDs

Jan 18, 2017

FrankTheTank said:
TimeB0mb said:

As much as I like reading about Thomas, Smith, and the skill position recruiting, this is what matters most to me. Need OL if we are going to get back on top. I'll trade Smith for Bateman anyday.

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I strongly disagree. I would rather take a plug & play 5* WR which we desperately need over a consensus 3* linemen that we will most likely have to develop for 2+ years. We already have a few projects on the O-line in Hillery & Dykstra. No disrespect to those two glad to have them, but Smith will help us next fall not fall 2019.

Yup

Ashevegas Cane

Jan 18, 2017

Bateman could be a real key to this class. Donaldson at RT, this kid at LT.

BALLHAWKU

Jan 18, 2017

If I was allowed i could recruit him for Miami . His Highschool is about 25 minutes from
Me

252cane

Jan 18, 2017

BALLHAWKU said:
If I was allowed i could recruit him for Miami . His Highschool is about 25 minutes from
Me

Who has to know?

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Paranos

Jan 18, 2017

Liberty City El said:
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Unfortunately there seems to be a difference in Bateman's excitement level when Louisville OL coach came to visit than UM's coach Searels. I am hoping Miami can close the deal during his official visit.

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AllbouttheU

Jan 18, 2017

Paranos said:
Liberty City El said:

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Unfortunately there seems to be a difference in Bateman's excitement level when Louisville OL coach came to visit than UM's coach Searels. I am hoping Miami can close the deal during his official visit.

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lmao trying tell a kids excitement level through his tweets.

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Paranos

Jan 18, 2017

[MENTION=2624]AllAboutTheU[/MENTION] Batemen has named Louisville his called Louisville his leader, so yes his excitement can be determined by what he wrote.

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University of Miami pushing to address offensive needs in recruiting | Miami Herald

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