'13 TX DE/OLB Deon Hollins Jr. (UCLA Soft Verbal)

[Walter White]

Who is his player guide? It seems like EV had Nix and Fitts has Farley but please correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[House16]

Who is his player guide? It seems like EV had Nix and Fitts has Farley but please correct me if I'm wrong.

EV is being hosted by Jarron Jones. No idea about Hollins

 

[Ironman8]

UCLA commit Deon Hollins details official visit to Notre Dame

Staff told him we like him inside or out, and he would play wherever needed / whichever got him on the field quickest. Blown away by the visit. Only considering us and UCLA, who are 'both equal in his eyes'.

 

[ACamp1900]

I now most are EV/Fitts people...

I have long wanted this guy...

 

[yankeeND]

UCLA commit Deon Hollins details official visit to Notre Dame

Staff told him we like him inside or out, and he would play wherever needed / whichever got him on the field quickest. Blown away by the visit. Only considering us and UCLA, who are 'both equal in his eyes'.

Wanted this kid for awhile now, hope we get him!

 

[Bogtrotter07]

I now most are EV/Fitts people...

I have long wanted this guy...

Uh, ACamp buddy, maybe not so loud, huh?

 

[GoldenIsThyFame]

This is pretty big that we made that much of an impression. Said his parents choice will be the deciding factor.

 

[yankeeND]

This is pretty big that we made that much of an impression. Said his parents choice will be the deciding factor.

Hollins Sr. didn't make the visit did he? Hope the parents are on our side!

 

[Ultimate Penn St. Hater]

Said he was "blown away" by his visit.

 

[clashmore_mike]

Hosted by Romeo, isn't a big party guy so it was good to see how he connected with everyone without having to go to parties. Said he's still committed to UCLA, but the visit definitely "blurred" his mind. Needs to talk to parents.

 

[aubeirish]

Wasn't it mentioned previously that his father is a big Irish fan.

 

[West Coast Domer]

Watched his highlights again. Yes please! Unbelievable first step

 

[Luckylucci]

It has been thought for awhile that his father is definitely ok with the idea of his son attending ND. So I don't think distance is a factor. However position might be, this kid has been exceptional at rushing the passer and now we might ask him to stop the run and cover RB and TE. Not sure how that works out

 

[drake29]

He'll be asked to dk what Prince Shembo does. Fits perfectly in the ND 3-4. Reminds some in Texas of Von Miller.

 

[Luckylucci]

The staff told him there is a chance he ends up at ILB due to depth that might be the fastest way to the field. So while I like your comparison the staff has the final say.

 

[koonja]

What do you guys think of him being ILB? He's on the small side.

 

[stlnd01]

I now most are EV/Fitts people...

I have long wanted this guy...

I'd take all three...

 

[yankeeND]

What do you guys think of him being ILB? He's on the small side.

I actually think he would do well at ILB. He could create pressure up the middle with his speed. He seems like an LSU LB that gets pugged in anywhere with his versatility. Either way he will play wherever he is best served to help the team.

 

[Luckylucci]

On being an ILB, he's a quick twitch type of athlete so athleticism won't be an issue. Learning a new position will take time. Him playing any LB position will be new considering he was primarily a DE throughout high school. He seems to be a bright kid that works hard so that only helps his chances of succeeding. IMO his best position in our defense would be CAT but we r going to have depth issues at ILB and he might have to spend 1-2 years filling that spot. Size won't be an issue. 6'2 is plenty tall for an ILB. He's also got good length for being that tall.

 

[GoIrish41]

What do you guys think of him being ILB? He's on the small side.

Isn't he the same size Teo was in his senior year of highschool? He will put on bulk when he meets Mr. Longo.

 

[Luckylucci]

It was a valid question, the staff likes taller LB's in general. Grace and Anzalone who we really wanted at ILB were 6'3 or taller. I just don't think it will be an issue with Holine should he commit and be put there.

 

[Buster Bluth]

Current Rankings:

247: #29 OLB (90 Rating)
Rivals: #18 OLB #206 OVR (5.8 Rating)
ESPN: #7 OLB #103 OVR (84 Grade)
Scout: #21 OLB
247Comp: #15 OLB #190 OVR (.9192 Rating)

 

[Pa Golden Tate Fan]

Irish Sports Daily ‏@ISDUpdate

Deon Hollins Post-Visit Update (Premium) http://www.irishsportsdaily.com/rec...ecruiting/8593-deon-hollins-post-visit-update … #NotreDame #UCLA

 

[Pa Golden Tate Fan]

Jason Sapp ‏@BGI_JasonSapp

#NotreDame official visit weekend (VIP): Details from LB Deon Hollins UCLA commit Deon Hollins details official visit to Notre Dame & TE Kylie Fitts 2013 DE Kylie Fitts talks official visit to Notre Dame #Irish

 

[zbikowski88]

Irish Sports Daily ‏@ISDUpdate

Deon Hollins Post-Visit Update (Premium) http://www.irishsportsdaily.com/rec...ecruiting/8593-deon-hollins-post-visit-update … #NotreDame #UCLA

He was impressed with the visit, probably a little more than he expected. ND likes him at the CAT position. ND and UCLA expected to visit with him on Tuesday.

 

[texbender]

Soon Irish will be playing more ACC teams, where quickness will be critical. Won't need the bruisers like in the Big 10. Hope our chances are real, he would be a nice surprise get.

 

[Pa Golden Tate Fan]

Irish Illustrated ‏@NDatRivals

Rivals250 UCLA OLB commit Deon Hollins has a "blast" on #NotreDame official visit ($): http://bit.ly/1132y2S

 

[Emcee77]

Kelly may go down for an in-home as early as Tuesday, per BGI. Looking to strike fast and close on him, it looks like.

 

[Luckylucci]

Definitely seems like we are going to try and get him on board at the beginning of this week. To set things up for Eddie on Thursday.

 

[bkess8]

I hope we get this guy!