'13 GA DE Isaac Rochell (Notre Dame Signed LOI)

[Whiskeyjack]

My one concern though is if he has enough bulck to play 2 gap against the run.

He's got the frame to carry 300+ well. He should be able to do a passable Tuitt impression.

 

[rtrn2glory]

agreed...got a great frame to add some good "longo" weight. not worried at all about him physically

 

[Luckylucci]

I think he is going to be a very good cross between Kap and Tuitt. Won't be quite the pass rusher Tuitt is but probably better than Kap. And once he adds the weight he'll be good against the run.

 

[NDhoosier]

I still dont know why this kid doesnt get more attention from the ND fanbase. I guess because his recruiting process was so simple and lacked any drama. This kid is one of the best players in the entire class and you rarely hear about him. Hopefully he gets a little more attention in the coming week with a dominant performance at this Offense-Defense Game.

 

[Luckylucci]

Also he didn't go out on the camp circuit so he didn't get a lot of attention from the recruiting services.

 

[peoriairish]

This size thing is something that I, and I think a lot of us seem to overlook with these recruits. They come into ND with no collegiate strength training or nutrition besides momma's cooking so there is a lot of room to grow. I mean look at Fox, Kap, or Manti in his school. They all got huge throughout their time here. Kid's like Anzalone or Rochell both have an enormous frame and will be able to add plenty of muscle and bulk to the coaches desire. Longo is the Michelangelo of football players.

Oh, and he doesn't get the 'attention' from the fan base because his recruitment was straightforward and was over almost as soon as it started. He also doesn't do many interviews and doesn't have a Twitter. He stays out of the limelight.

 

[AdmiralBackhand]

He's been going up against Ishmael Wilson (6-4, 293). They've been going back and forth the first two days. Each had their moments but I'd give the slight edge to Isaac through the first few practices. Today, it was very muddy and we've only seen one full 11-on-11 session. Tough to fully gauge through a day and a half. We're supposed to see 1-on-1s this afternoon.

From Taylor Hamm on 247, commenting on Isaac in practice.

 

[Ironman8]

Not even close

What's "close"?

 

[koonja]

From Taylor Hamm on 247, commenting on Isaac in practice.

For comparison, Ishmael is a consensus 4-star and has ~ .92 collective rating.

 

[PANDFAN]

Defensive lineman Isaac Rochell said he’s still committed, but did acknowledge his frustration.

 

[chicago51]

Defensive lineman Isaac Rochell said he’s still committed, but did acknowledge his frustration.

Hopefully this is resolved soon then. This kid is one of my favorites in this class. I think the recruiting services underrate his position ranking.

 

[irishff1014]

I don't blame these kids being mad at all. Stay and be part of something special young man.

 

[Irishnuke]

Can't afford to lose this guy. Already lacking in the DL recruits.

 

[dublinirish]

Staff needs to give him a call. The recruits should know if BK goes then Diaco or Alford will step in. it wouldnt be the end of the world.

 

[rtrn2glory]

if i were another program and know that he was openly frustrated, i would swoop in right now while the damage is still done to the trust.

 

[Irishbounty28]

Rochell will still be a part of this class, no doubt in my mind. He may be frustrated, but who isn't? He has been a solid commitment for a while now.

 

[Irishnuke]

Rochell will still be a part of this class, no doubt in my mind. He may be frustrated, but who isn't? He has been a solid commitment for a while now.

If our coach isn't a solid commit right now, why should the recruits be?

 

[Irish#1]

If our coach isn't a solid commit right now, why should the recruits be?

Hard to argue that point.

 

[Domina Nostra]

If our coach isn't a solid commit right now, why should the recruits be?

Because they are comitted to the school, their future, and their friends.

 

[Irishbounty28]

Hard to argue? Yeah, probably. The fact of the matter is that just because he said he is "frustrated" doesn't mean he is going to decommit and choose Georgia instead.

He seems like a great kid and not one to make any rushed decisions, especially when all the information is unknown. Additionally, many of these recruits have stated they are committed to the school, and losing BK will not have any impact.

Just my 2 cents. I'm not worried. (About losing BK, or Rochell)

 

[rtrn2glory]

i think too many people are assuming that our commits are committed to the school and not to coaches/program...i sincerely agree that should be the case, but that is not always the case. hopefully our boys are what we hope them to be.

 

[SoDakDomer]

I don't think any of these kids are going to make a rash decision on a rumor(AA was already gone IMO). If Kelly would get/accept the eagles job then watch out, the flood gates would be open.

 

[BeauBenken]

Posts about leveraging BJs and what not moved into the BK Interviews with Eagles thread.

 

[Ironman8]

Isaac is back on twitter. He can be followed at the handle: @Isaacrochell88

 

[Grahambo]

Can't wait for him to get enrolled. He adds so much to this team.

 

[Grahambo]

Safe to say, we're safe:

Jason Sapp ‏@BGI_JasonSapp
MT @Isaacrochell88 in class missing ND I have come to the conclusision that i literally could not have chose a better school. I LOVE ND

 

[palinurus]

Safe to say, we're safe:

Jason Sapp ‏@BGI_JasonSapp
MT @Isaacrochell88 in class missing ND I have come to the conclusision that i literally could not have chose a better school. I LOVE ND

Maybe I am mentally ill, but I get a little high when I see something like this.

 

[Classic Irish]

Maybe I am mentally ill, but I get a little high when I see something like this.

Don't feel bad---I do too.

Great screen name by the way. Wow, another Aeneid fan.

 

[irishff1014]

Maybe I am mentally ill, but I get a little high when I see something like this.

This is great to see i agree and better yet go back and look at hi offer list love taking talent from the SEC!!!!!

 

[Pa Golden Tate Fan]

Isaac is a four star and ranked 124th overall by rivals.