'12 IN WR Gehrig Dieter (Alabama Transfer)

[BeauBenken]

I'd expect a consistent 40 in the 4.4s sometime this season...

 

[TerryTate]

On a Rivals story a few weeks ago, Gehrig mentioned that his family was a bigger fan of ND than he was. He said something to the extent that "it's just another school." I know it's a feeling out process this early in the recruiting process, but that's just what I read. I trust the WSBT article more.

 

[BeauBenken]

Well I think Gehrig would no doubt want to go to Notre Dame first choice, but if he starts getting offers from big name schools and not ND...he won't like it.

 

[IHateMarkMay]

On a Rivals story a few weeks ago, Gehrig mentioned that his family was a bigger fan of ND than he was. He said something to the extent that "it's just another school." I know it's a feeling out process this early in the recruiting process, but that's just what I read. I trust the WSBT article more.

It is quite possible that he is trying to make sure all options come forth. If all he says is "ND is my dream school," then other schools might think he is just a forgone conclusion.

 

[irishff1014]

I really think that we need to keep this kid close to home.

 

[BeauBenken]

I really think this kid has the ability to become an absolute stud! Well, more of a stud than he already is. He has that kind of mentality where he's not happy until he is second to none kinda like Mike Floyd. He has about the same size as Mike too...

 

[IHateMarkMay]

I think everybody here wants him to get an offer.

 

[NewEnglandGuy]

I have trust in Kelly to do the right thing...make Gehrig the first commit of 2012.

 

[Junkhead]

Local talent here is kind of rare. (I apologize to Braxton Cave) Lock them up.

 

[BeauBenken]

I have trust in Kelly to do the right thing...make Gehrig the first commit of 2012.

^This

 

[FightingIrishLover7]

Just give the man an offer. please?

 

[Panther]

Update

Update

Gehrig's top schools are ND, OSU, and Oregon, if no particular order. He probably would committ if offered by one.
But, he also is exploring as many other options as possible, mainly in the Big10.
He is going to IU junior day on Feb 19th and also Purdue. Has plans to go back up to Michigan State and now that there is a coaching change, to Michigan.
He is coming to the ND junior day and will go to one day camps here, advanced senior camp at Ohio State, and to IU and Purdue one day camps. Other days if time permits to other schools.
In listening to local sports show on WSBT last night with Tom Lemming on, they stated that Notre Dame had over 80 offer's out to 2012 kids. He is not one of them.

 

[IrishLax]

Gehrig's top schools are ND, OSU, and Oregon, if no particular order. He probably would committ if offered by one.
But, he also is exploring as many other options as possible, mainly in the Big10.
He is going to IU junior day on Feb 19th and also Purdue. Has plans to go back up to Michigan State and now that there is a coaching change, to Michigan.
He is coming to the ND junior day and will go to one day camps here, advanced senior camp at Ohio State, and to IU and Purdue one day camps. Other days if time permits to other schools.
In listening to local sports show on WSBT last night with Tom Lemming on, they stated that Notre Dame had over 80 offer's out to 2012 kids. He is not one of them.

Not to doubt Lemming, but I heard yesterday the number was near 30. ISD posted a list of all verbal offers or something like that and I think it was WAY less than 80. I'm sure a lot of questions will be answered after junior day. I know everyone on here would love it for him to be offered.

 

[Panther]

Not to doubt Lemming, but I heard yesterday the number was near 30. ISD posted a list of all verbal offers or something like that and I think it was WAY less than 80. I'm sure a lot of questions will be answered after junior day. I know everyone on here would love it for him to be offered.

OK, I was just going by what they said, it was reporters on radio that said it. Not Tom.
But I agree, he should get a feel for things on the 26th....

I take that back, just went back to listen and Tom said they have 70 out possibly 80, and thinks they may have over 100 by March 1st. Here is link for interview.
The ink from signing day is still fresh. CBS College Sports, Football Recruiting Analyst Tom Lemming steps in with a review of the 2011 class. - wsbtradio.com

 

[IrishLax]

OK, I was just going by what they said, it was reporters on radio that said it. Not Tom.
But I agree, he should get a feel for things on the 26th....

I take that back, just went back to listen and Tom said they have 70 out possibly 80, and thinks they may have over 100 by March 1st. Here is link for interview.
The ink from signing day is still fresh. CBS College Sports, Football Recruiting Analyst Tom Lemming steps in with a review of the 2011 class. - wsbtradio.com

Ah OK thanks Panther I can't listen to it now because I am at work but this is a list of the confirmed offers (per ISD I think...) that I was working off of:

http://www.irishenvy.com/forums/notre-dame-football-recruiting/58566-2012-verbal-offer-list.html

As you said, I'm sure we'll be more clear on things in 3 weeks.

 

[irish4ever]

I hope that Gehrig gets an offer and accepts it. 6'3" w/ 4.5 40 speed and being from an Indiana school. But then again, we want the best players possible and IF some other WR fits that bill, so be it.

 

[irishff1014]

You can make this kid work in the system. Him and Daneils on the out side with Jones and cam in the slot wow.

 

[BeauBenken]

Trust me Panther, we want your son at ND. And it would just kill me if somebody else took your kid from right under our noses.

 

[FightingIrishLover7]

Give Gehrig a scholly please!

 

[Panther]

When is the Blue/Gold game?

 

[OCIrish]

When is the Blue/Gold game?

I think its April 16.

 

[ryno 24]

he is talented but is game changing I dont Know we need playmakers at wr we are not trying to fill numbers lets not just take the local kid... he is a talented football player but so was Remound Wright so lets not drink the kool-aid right away like I said very talented... I played against him but lets not drink the kool aid yet

 

[BeauBenken]

Any news papa Dieter?

 

[IrishJimmy]

I keep watching film on Gehrig, and keep getting more and more impressed, he's got strong hands, and has no fear about going over the middle.

 

[Irish Man3]

Did not get an offer today at junior day but was offered this week by Northern Illinois and Western Michigan.

His father Derek (Panther) told ISD that the visit went "alright."

 

[BeauBenken]

Did not get an offer today at junior day but was offered this week by Northern Illinois and Western Michigan.

His father Derek (Panther) told ISD that the visit went "alright."

 

[Irish4Life09]

All I will say is I trust our coaching staff, and will support whoever they feel would be best in blue and gold.

 

[Mirer3Powlus]

An offer will come eventually; I just hope the Dieter clan is patient enough to wait for it. I'm positive that they'll give this kid a look in the following months.

 

[Panther]

Gehrig enjoyed the day.
His recruiter Coach Hinton and position Coach Alford were fantastic.
He spoke briefly with Coach Kelly who told him to keep working hard.

 

[Irish Man3]

I hope he doesn't get discouraged by not recieving an offer yet. If he continues to work as hard as you say he has, it will pay off for him down the line. Glad he enjoyed his day.

Did you also get a chance to sit down with the coaching staff at all? If so, what kind of vibe do you get as a recruits parent?