'09 CA RB Cierre Wood

[NDdomer2]

I think that it is for 17 weeks not 52. Somewhere around 90000. I think that is the case.

oh shucks, only $90,000.

 

[polishjuice4]

oh shucks, only $90,000.

That is only the minimum, he can get a lot more if a team really wants him.

 

[phork]

Irish Illustrated ‏@NDatRivals

Cierre Wood, who technically has a fifth-year option to return to Notre Dame. RT @stadium20status 1 down 1 to go. Then its bye bye school

Thanks for the memories Cierre!
(Yes I know it could mean Christmas break, but uh..)

 

[arrowryan]

This reminds me a lot of Carlton Scott for basketball leaving early. He was good but he wasn't that good. Same goes for Cierre

 

[Kaneyoufeelit]

This reminds me a lot of Carlton Scott for basketball leaving early. He was good but he wasn't that good. Same goes for Cierre

Remember though that he isn't really leaving early. He just isn't coming back for a 5th year. That's is a real difference so please don't think I'm trying to argue semantics. He is graduating, he has a chance to go to the NFL and make a lot of money to support his daughter, and he has a great degree. I think the risks of coming back are a lot higher than the rewards.

 

[arrowryan]

Remember though that he isn't really leaving early. He just isn't coming back for a 5th year. That's is a real difference so please don't think I'm trying to argue semantics. He is graduating, he has a chance to go to the NFL and make a lot of money to support his daughter, and he has a great degree. I think the risks of coming back are a lot higher than the rewards.

Yeah that is true. I just hope he isn't too confodent and expects to hear his named called on days 1 or 2 of the draft

 

[Kaneyoufeelit]

Yeah that is true. I just hope he isn't too confodent and expects to hear his named called on days 1 or 2 of the draft

There was a time when I thought that he would be that guy (beginning of this year). I hope he is realistic about his prospects too

 

[IrishLion]

Not disappointed by any means, but I though Cierre was going to be the next big thing. I'm talking 1,500 yards, 10+ TDs big.

I remember when he opened eyes in BKs first year, spelling Hughes after Allen went down and in particular gashing USC for some big chunks that first year (but I was also yelling 'ball security!' at my TV when he ran).

Of course, it's hard to get over 1000 yards when you make a mistake and then have a Theo Riddick to compete with.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

#186 overall according to scout, inc.

He needs to have a huge combine and interview process.

 

[woolybug25]

#186 overall according to scout, inc.

He needs to have a huge combine and interview process.

Yikes... If he gets a draft grade like that from the NFL I wonder if he'll just come back. You have to worry about getting drafted at all if you're the 186th best player.

 

[Rocky2820]

He's waiting for his draft grade before deciding for sure, right? Mom said he was 70/30 toward leaving, but it'll be interesting to see if somewhere around #186 (5th round) is enough to make him go.

 

[TheTurningPoint]

Theres not 1 reason for him to stay

 

[polishjuice4]

Theres not 1 reason for him to stay

I am thinking in the long term. He would be easily the number one back next year. He would get more carries than this year. He has day two talent if not one, we seen weirder stuff happen. If he stayed and had a huge year. Wouldn't that really help him? One extra year would give him much more money immediately. Now, I think there is something up with him. Probably attitude or whatever and he does not want to come back. It seems like he has been in the dog house. That is just my speculation and opinion.

 

[cody1smith]

I am thinking in the long term. He would be easily the number one back next year. He would get more carries than this year. He has day two talent if not one, we seen weirder stuff happen. If he stayed and had a huge year. Wouldn't that really help him? One extra year would give him much more money immediately. Now, I think there is something up with him. Probably attitude or whatever and he does not want to come back. It seems like he has been in the dog house. That is just my speculation and opinion.

Number 1 back for the Irish is what you are implying i hope?

 

[scUM Hater]

Theres not 1 reason for him to stay

Just like there was no reason for Manti to stay this year huh? It worked it out pretty good for him. I know he graduated this year but you don't need a degree with a couple mil in the bank. Cierre can't but help his draft stock staying another year.

 

[yankeeND]

As much as I'd like to watch Cierre be our number 1 RB next year, I think it would be foolish for him to do so. Will have his degree and hopefully a title! Then he'll have pro days and the combine to help boost his draft status. Why risk it when you have the degree?

 

[scUM Hater]

As much as I'd like to watch Cierre be our number 1 RB next year, I think it would be foolish for him to do so. Will have his degree and hopefully a title! Then he'll have pro days and the combine to help boost his draft status. Why risk it when you have the degree?

Go read some Manti quotes on why he was so happy he returned.

 

[dudesthisisthebest]

Theres not 1 reason for him to stay

He could get more money if he stayed another year.

 

[Junkhead]

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Go read some Manti quotes on why he was so happy he returned.

Or he could be another Matt Barkley. I'd love to have him back as the #1 guy, but not sweating it.

 

[scUM Hater]

Or he could be another Matt Barkley. I'd love to have him back as the #1 guy, but not sweating it.

Good point. I think he would be better served to return though. Maybe I'm am being a selfish fan though.

 

[yankeeND]

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Go read some Manti quotes on why he was so happy he returned.

First and foremost, Manti and Cierre are two different people at two totally different positions on get this, different sides of the football. Manti, did not have his degree without this year and is without question the heart and soul of the team and hell I'd go as far as to say the heart and soul of the school at this point. Cierre is also a father which is something that Manti did not have as a possible deciding factor. Look man not every kid is a first round pick, it just doesn't work that way. It doesn't mean that he can't be a productive player in the NFL because he bypassed his 5th year of eligibility. I just kind of think it's silly comparing him to Manti at this or any point.

 

[scUM Hater]

First and foremost, Manti and Cierre are two different people at two totally different positions on get this, different sides of the football. Manti, did not have his degree without this year and is without question the heart and soul of the team and hell I'd go as far as to say the heart and soul of the school at this point. Cierre is also a father which is something that Manti did not have as a possible deciding factor. Look man not every kid is a first round pick, it just doesn't work that way. It doesn't mean that he can't be a productive player in the NFL because he bypassed his 5th year of eligibility. I just kind of think it's silly comparing him to Manti at this or any point.

Ok, I will compare him to Darius Walker. What another year would have potentially done for him.

 

[yankeeND]

Ok, I will compare him to Darius Walker. What another year would have potentially done for him.

Touché

 

[NoJusticeNoPeace]

Ok, I will compare him to Darius Walker. What another year would have potentially done for him.

Get him murdered behind the abomination of an offensive line we had in 2007? Horrible example.

There's not a reason to stay. His stock will not get higher and coming back only gives him more chances to get hurt and never get paid. He's going to be a very good running back in the NFL. Teams kill for someone with his vision matched with speed.

 

[yankeeND]

Get him murdered behind the abomination of an offensive line we had in 2007? Horrible example.

There's not a reason to stay. His stock will not get higher and coming back only gives him more chances to get hurt and never get paid. He's going to be a very good running back in the NFL. Teams kill for someone with his vision matched with speed.

Wow, see how fast 12-0 makes me forget 3-9?

 

[scUM Hater]

"One of the reasons Cierre is ripping pine out of his own arse is because he didn't run downhill on most plays. He preferred to dance around and make his own way while being swallowed up by the defense. Also, I think he goes down on first contact to easily. Has to lower his pad level a bit, absorb the blow and move forward."

This is a quote from HCTI on the Greg Bryant thread. I couldn't say it better.

 

[Buster Bluth]

"One of the reasons Cierre is ripping pine out of his own arse is because he didn't run downhill on most plays. He preferred to dance around and make his own way while being swallowed up by the defense. Also, I think he goes down on first contact to easily. Has to lower his pad level a bit, absorb the blow and move forward."

This is a quote from HCTI on the Greg Bryant thread. I couldn't say it better.

I would have said that about Riddick for 3.5 years.

 

[ND101]

He is done. All you have to do is read his tweets. He says in his tweets thank god im done with school several times. Hes ready to move on and I don't blame him. Cierre got his degree time to support his family.

 

[scUM Hater]

He gone, I agree. I guess I wish he would stay. Just a greedy fan. Lions need a running back!

 

[NoJusticeNoPeace]

"One of the reasons Cierre is ripping pine out of his own arse is because he didn't run downhill on most plays. He preferred to dance around and make his own way while being swallowed up by the defense. Also, I think he goes down on first contact to easily. Has to lower his pad level a bit, absorb the blow and move forward."

This is a quote from HCTI on the Greg Bryant thread. I couldn't say it better.

I couldn't say it worse.