09 NJ DE Anthony LaLota (Michigan Verbal) - Page 4 - Notre Dame Football Discussion

BDIrish4ever · 04-23-2008, 11:00 PM

All this talk of whether LaLota would be a better OT or a DE inspired me to sit down and reevaluate his skills. After looking at the tape, I have to agree with Anthony and leprechaun4life that LaLota has a much bigger upside at DE in the 3-4. At 6'6" and 260 lbs., he will be able to do things a shorter DE can not do:
1. Fighting off blocks - Larger Div. I OT will not be able to use the normal advantage offensive lineman have over defensive lineman. He already has shown he excels at using his hands effectively. He can maintain separation easier that should allow him to make more plays.
2. Blinding the QB - His natural height will cause problems for even the tallest QB. Even when he is not in position to get a sack, his reach will block off passing lanes just by getting his hands up before the pass is released.
In my opinion, Anthony LaLota is the perfect specimen for the DE in the 3-4. Tall, athletic ,strong, technically skilled and a good motor, he makes me believe he could be the next Jeff Alm.

**Axl Rose** · 04-24-2008, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ND=NC

Anthony is planning a return visit with his mother this summer

Any specific date?

**irishmarine** · 04-24-2008, 02:25 AM

i agree with bd. look at some of the first rounders this year. calais campbell is 6'7 and that guy out of clemson is 6'5 so i say if we can honestly give him a shot at de then roll him up to being a de. if he gets here and realizes he doesnt have what it takes he may be willing to go over to ot. just for playing time and a chance to play into the future. just sign him and give him a shot

**fitz_bu47** · 04-24-2008, 12:17 PM

I don't want to hijack the thread but on a post above it was stated that GG is gone, is that for good?

**SoCalDomer** · 04-24-2008, 12:28 PM

LaLota recently received offers from UCLA and Cincinnati.

As ND=NC said, he is making plans to visit ND this summer. A commitment to any school prior to the start of next season seems unlikely, as he appears to be sincere in wanting to review his options and make a good choice.

**irishmarine** · 04-24-2008, 01:48 PM

socal youre so smart.... thanks bro. we need an early signing day this is just too much of a mess........for me anyways

**IrishGrizz** · 04-24-2008, 02:13 PM

I hold out great hopes that LaLota will sign with ND in the end, but we just might have to wait for it. I am willing to do so.

Not easy to do, but worth it.

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04-23-2008, 11:00 PM	#22 (permalink)
BDIrish4ever Golic Wannabe Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ft. Wayne,IN. Posts: 524 Cash: 680.90 Bank: 66,580.40 Total Bankroll: 67,261.31 Donate	All this talk of whether LaLota would be a better OT or a DE inspired me to sit down and reevaluate his skills. After looking at the tape, I have to agree with Anthony and leprechaun4life that LaLota has a much bigger upside at DE in the 3-4. At 6'6" and 260 lbs., he will be able to do things a shorter DE can not do: 1. Fighting off blocks - Larger Div. I OT will not be able to use the normal advantage offensive lineman have over defensive lineman. He already has shown he excels at using his hands effectively. He can maintain separation easier that should allow him to make more plays. 2. Blinding the QB - His natural height will cause problems for even the tallest QB. Even when he is not in position to get a sack, his reach will block off passing lanes just by getting his hands up before the pass is released. In my opinion, Anthony LaLota is the perfect specimen for the DE in the 3-4. Tall, athletic ,strong, technically skilled and a good motor, he makes me believe he could be the next Jeff Alm.

04-24-2008, 02:25 AM	#24 (permalink)
irishmarine Sophomore Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: las vegas nevada Posts: 1,245 Cash: 17,748.32 Bank: 531.05 Total Bankroll: 18,279.37 Donate	i agree with bd. look at some of the first rounders this year. calais campbell is 6'7 and that guy out of clemson is 6'5 so i say if we can honestly give him a shot at de then roll him up to being a de. if he gets here and realizes he doesnt have what it takes he may be willing to go over to ot. just for playing time and a chance to play into the future. just sign him and give him a shot

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fitz_bu47 Blue Chip Recruit Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 267 Cash: 1,395.77 Bank: 0.00 Total Bankroll: 1,395.77 Donate	I don't want to hijack the thread but on a post above it was stated that GG is gone, is that for good?

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irishmarine Sophomore Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: las vegas nevada Posts: 1,245 Cash: 17,748.32 Bank: 531.05 Total Bankroll: 18,279.37 Donate	socal youre so smart.... thanks bro. we need an early signing day this is just too much of a mess........for me anyways

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IrishGrizz Because I said so! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,735 Cash: 1,654.79 Bank: 107,384.12 Total Bankroll: 109,038.91 Donate	I hold out great hopes that LaLota will sign with ND in the end, but we just might have to wait for it. I am willing to do so. Not easy to do, but worth it.

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