I recently read an article in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram about their Elite 11 recruits for 2010. Of the eleven, 6 are committed to the Longhorns. I found it interesting that a common theme with our recruits is that they are humble and appreciative to be coming to Texas. There is also more non-committal statements by Jackson Jeffcoat.  Seastrunk? I see why GoBR calls this other kid "the running back from Temple". I really doubt there is a 17 or 18 year old kid that is more full of himself than this guy.

Anyways, I was intrigued by the comparisons made by the writer of these recruits to current or former NFL players. GoBR, based on your analysis, are these comparisons comparable to what you might think of these particular recruits? Tevin Jackson reminiscent of Shawne Merriman? Really?

Also, I liked what Chris Jones had to say about his recruitment...."Only the best go to Texas".

Last weekend, as I watched the Horns stretch and get ready for Nebraska, several songs came over the PA. While the music did liven up the crowd, it got me to thinking about songs that did or do get me going before any physical activity. As I contemplated, the Horns gathered around in a huge circle, started getting crunk and were chanting. Does any one know what they are saying and/or rapping?  I workout 3 to 4 times a week and have to listen to music throughout. I use the music as a motivational tool and to avoid people that go to the gym to socialize. I'm interested to know what music some of the Horns listen to pregame and what gets the BON going? My personal favs to workout to are Til I Collapse by Eminem, Here I Go by Mystical and Bawitdaba by KId Rock. 

KD, AI, Rashod Lewis & one of my favorites, DJ Quik. I've read some criticism about the spot regarding the theme of the commercial. Some think it stereotypes the black athlete,i.e the gold chains, spinning rims and the rap. I don't see that at all. To me, it purposely looks like an 80's throwback video and it's tastefully done. Now if it had half naked women then it would be offensive. Ironically enough the chorus line of the video is "While you be criticizing, we just be hyperizing..."

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SI reports, in this article, the AFCA will discuss a December signing date.

Given the overwhelming support for a December signing day from coaches -- 73 percent of Bowl Subdivision head coaches and 82 percent of Championship Subdivision head coaches back the plan, according to a USA Today story -- it seems likely the commissioners will seriously consider implementing the proposal for a three-year trial period that would begin this year.

Personally, I think this would create a yearly coup for Mack Brown and Co. They could sign all the kids who love UT then go out and get the OOS or undecided recruits. Obviously, all the big time programs would dominate recruiting wars, which is main reason I don't think it'll happen. What says the BON?

According to this article, DK apparently didn't committ to Carroll yesterday. At least, UT is still working hard to sign him.

Hinds said Devon Kennard, the No. 6 prospect in the nation according to Rivals.com, had a few visitors yesterday and today. Arizona State stopped by Monday morning, and were followed by Southern California coach Pete Carroll. Arizona State then stopped by again later Monday, and then Texas, fresh off its Fiesta Bowl win, visited Tuesday.

"He's not ready to commit, though," Hinds said. "I talked to him today and he goes, 'Coach, I still don't know what I'm going to do.' He said at least a couple of more weeks, so that's going to take us at least up until signing day."

 

First the whole Jmac thing and now I read this on Rivals...

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?cid=894448

While five-star defensive end Devon Kennard from Phoenix (Ariz.) Desert Vista will not be in San Antonio until Thursday, a source on the West squad trying to recruit Kennard to Texas said that despite a good visit to Austin that Kennard will be heading to Southern Cal. Kennard has taken official visits to Cal, Southern Cal and Texas and could be ready to make his decision soon.

Is it me or do we seem not to do well with these late committing recruits? I must admit I thought Muschamp would be a difference maker. My confidence is waning a little.