'12 FL ATH Nelson Agholor (USC Signee)

[TheTurningPoint]

There is a pretty good chance he visits to be honest.

 

[IrishLax]

There is a pretty good chance he visits to be honest.

Yeah, but everything I've read (correct me if I'm wrong here) from people close to him is that he was very excited when he got his ND offer, but had dreamed of going to USC. I think the Trojans/Florida schools are going to be quite hard to beat here.

 

[TheTurningPoint]

Trust me its like everyone has said its an uphill battle to say the least...but ND is sitting a lot better than anyone would think. I honestly dont think we get him like most on here and other boards, but after last year, nothing is impossible haha.

But there is a reason Darboh/Treggs havent pulled the trigger, and I am hoping that the staff knows that Nelson/DGB are into ND more than what we as fans know.

 

[aubeirish]

I can only imagine what Coach Kelly would be able to do on offense with a guy like this. This guy is so good.

 

[BeauBenken]

Trust me its like everyone has said its an uphill battle to say the least...but ND is sitting a lot better than anyone would think. I honestly dont think we get him like most on here and other boards, but after last year, nothing is impossible haha.

But there is a reason Darboh/Treggs havent pulled the trigger, and I am hoping that the staff knows that Nelson/DGB are into ND more than what we as fans know.

...What?

So you're saying the coaches have kinda held back on Darboh/Treggs to get recruits the likes of Nelson/DGB.

 

[TheTurningPoint]

Only so many schollies. Break it down by the numbers. We need 2 RBs, 2 more WRs possibly 3, still in it with 3 elite Oline guys, couple of athletes at DE/DT, probably take 1 more OLB, def taking 1 more CB, possibly 1 more safety (Shumate, Thompson). Just got to watch #s, as well as see who is serious out of the elite talent. Not saying they are telling Darboh/Treggs to not commit, but Darboh is very high on ND, and has had a few chances to verbal and it has not come. I think we get him, just going to be after some of the Elite guys decide. I dont think we get dgb or nelson, but itd be dumb to risk getting in a numbers crunch in June.

 

[NYIrish14]

I dont know about you guys but honestly I feel like this kid is a 5* talent. He is one heck of a playmaker on boith sides of the ball. He wow's me when I watch his tape with how smooth he runs and how well he cuts. Ive watched camp footage of him too and everytime ive seen him he looks like he's easily the best player on the field. This kid in BK's offense would be tremendous for us. Our offense would be awesome for another 4 years. Really hope he visits because I think he would love it. Also a great kid.

 

[aubeirish]

I dont know about you guys but honestly I feel like this kid is a 5* talent. He is one heck of a playmaker on boith sides of the ball. He wow's me when I watch his tape with how smooth he runs and how well he cuts. Ive watched camp footage of him too and everytime ive seen him he looks like he's easily the best player on the field. This kid in BK's offense would be tremendous for us. Our offense would be awesome for another 4 years. Really hope he visits because I think he would love it. Also a great kid.

No doubt.

 

[WhoDeyIrish]

I think if we pull this kid that we did something we shouldn't have, if you catch my drift. This kid to me is going to go to USC, which is a joke.

 

[IrishLax]

I think if we pull this kid that we did something we shouldn't have, if you catch my drift. This kid to me is going to go to USC, which is a joke.

I don't think that at all. USC definitely leads, probably followed by some Florida schools but it is totally reasonable to think that if he visited ND and we had a great season that we could land him. Going to be a very uphill battle though for sure.

 

[WhoDeyIrish]

I don't think that at all. USC definitely leads, probably followed by some Florida schools but it is totally reasonable to think that if he visited ND and we had a great season that we could land him. Going to be a very uphill battle though for sure.

I just don't think we have any kind of shot. I've given up on this kid already. He's got USC or Florida written all over him.

 

[beryirish]

ESPN Freebie

Corey Long
Nelson Agholor wants to be best ... at everything - ESPN

BEAVERTON, Ore. -- To get an idea of what kind of athlete Nelson Agholor is, just go to YouTube.

There are plenty of highlight reels about his football prowess but there's one 20-second basketball clip that stands out.

Nelson Agholor has many of the nation's top programs chasing after him, but he's taking his time before making a decision. The 6-foot-1 four-star prospect from Tampa (Fla.) Berkeley Prep jumps in front of an errant pass and sprints down the court, finishing with a thunderous dunk over a taller defender that is the definition of a "posterization."

"Whatever I do athletically I want to be the best at it," said Agholor, who is No. 41 in the ESPNU 150 and the No. 7 athlete. "As a recruit, I'm listed as an athlete and I take that to heart. I don't want to be limited to a position. When I practice I work on defensive back skills, wide receiver skills, running back skills, my return game. Any element of the game where I know I can help my team win."

It's become the definition of Agholor's game. He doesn't want to be great at any one position, or any one sport for that matter. He doesn't want to just be good, he wants to be the best ... at everything

"He's a freak," said Josh Grady, a former Armwood (Fla.) Seffner quarterback and good friend of Agholor's. "He can fly with the best of them. I think he's more of a wide receiver but he can do anything."

It's a common opinion by those who played against Agholor.

"He is an unbelievable talent and hasn't come close to his maximum potential," said Miami signee Anthony Chickillo, who played at Tampa (Fla.) Alonso.

Coming from a small, private school in the talent-rich Tampa Bay area, Agholor has had to work harder to gain the respect of the players around him. But going to Berkeley Prep isn't about what happens on the field for Agholor. It's much, much more.

"Berkeley Prep has given me the opportunity to become well-rounded in a number of areas both academically and athletically," Agholor said. "When I leave this school I'll be prepared for college and prepared for what life has to offer me down the road when my life in athletics ends.

"I moved here from Nigeria when I was 5. My dad basically took the family and brought us here on his own dime so we could have the opportunities he didn't have when he was younger."

Agholor, along with his three older siblings, have tried to take full advantage of it. He didn't get involved in athletics until he was in middle school.

"I followed after my brothers who are both great natural athletes and looked physically better than I did so I got a lot of experience through them," Agholor said.

There's little doubt that little brother is catching up to his older siblings and that's one of the reasons why nearly every top program in the nation is coming after Agholor.

Auburn, FSU, Florida, Georgia, LSU, Miami, Michigan, Texas and USC are among the programs chasing after Agholor. While Agholor hasn't publicly announced a top group yet, he is making moves within his recruitment to narrow his choices.

"I am in the process of eliminating some schools. Personnel and the coaches' character were the most important things to me and I've met some great people," Agholor said. "Now I'm really trying to see what's best for my future, which is to hopefully play on Sundays one day, after playing on Saturdays of course.

"So mainly all these programs that produce the players that get to the next level are the ones I'm looking at. Big schools, small schools, it doesn't matter. Guys can go to the NFL from anywhere."

Agholor wouldn't talk about the schools he has eliminated but says it will be clear soon.

"It's mainly schools I haven't been in contact with as much," Agholor said. "They understand; they are trying to get the right guys for their program and I'm trying to find the right fit for me."

Agholor has visited Miami, Texas and USC recently as well as going to Florida with his AAU basketball team.

Although the Longhorns rarely recruit prospects outside of Texas, they have made Agholor a primary target, and the interest is mutual.

"Texas is a great university," he said. "I visited there on my dime so there's plenty of interest there on my part."

While Agholor says distance is not a factor, citing his move from Nigeria and constant travels with his AAU basketball team, he will be focused on what several of his top schools do in 2011.

"I think this year is big, that's why I'm uncommitted now," Agholor said. "I want to see how these teams perform, especially the teams with changes on their coaching staffs.

"Miami wants to bring their program back to the old days and that's great if they can because you know what Miami is capable of. Florida and their new staff, I hope they do well. Texas had a bad year but I don't think their year was that bad. Everyone has slip ups. If you didn't win a national championship, you could do a lot better than you did the year before."

Agholor says some programs just speak for themselves.

"USC is USC, just like Texas is Texas and Florida is Florida, no matter where you end up in those types of programs you can be a great player like Deion Sanders at Florida State or Reggie Bush at USC or Ricky Williams at Texas," Agholor said. "That's something you want to be a part of."

And while Agholor might be a top target for committed prospects while he's here at The Opening, he is targeting the commits and picking their brains.

"I've actually been bugging all those guys because you want to have a connection with the players you might play in college with," Agholor said. "We have a great group of Texas players here, great players going to Florida State, Florida, USC, TCU. ... All these schools and all these kids are great so I'm going to get to know them the best."

 

[GBdomer]

Gridiron Kings: Day 1

Agholor, the nation’s highest-rated four-star prospect, again showed excellent explosiveness and athleticism in this setting. This is what makes him such a coveted player, along with his versatility. Agholor was somewhat evasive when asked about his recruitment, saying he would wait until Sept. 1, when written offers can go out, to trim his list. We think USC and Florida- perhaps Florida State, Texas and Notre Dame- are all schools with a shot. He did add that while he wants to play wide receiver first, he is open to the idea of moving to another position should the program he picks want him to make a move.

maybe we arent dead yet. but we do trail USC, Texas, Florida and Florida State. Would love to get that 5th official visit if he takes all of them.

 

[aubeirish]

Gridiron Kings: Day 1

Agholor, the nation’s highest-rated four-star prospect, again showed excellent explosiveness and athleticism in this setting. This is what makes him such a coveted player, along with his versatility. Agholor was somewhat evasive when asked about his recruitment, saying he would wait until Sept. 1, when written offers can go out, to trim his list. We think USC and Florida- perhaps Florida State, Texas and Notre Dame- are all schools with a shot. He did add that while he wants to play wide receiver first, he is open to the idea of moving to another position should the program he picks want him to make a move.

maybe we arent dead yet. but we do trail USC, Texas, Florida and Florida State. Would love to get that 5th official visit if he takes all of them.

We need to get him on campus for the USC game and display a great showing. This guy would be explosive in the slot.

 

[BleedBlueGold]

Freebie from ISD: Agholor Takes Professional Approach

“My high school coach talks to me, but I am so blessed to have the opportunity to be recruited by traditional programs, UF, Southern Cal, Notre Dame, Texas, all of those guys. It’s a wonderful opportunity and I hope I can take advantage of it at the end of the day.”

Pretty much the only mention of ND. He hasn't narrowed anything down. Said his hs coach is doing the talking. I have to admit, I don't think the hs coaches should be as involved. Was it Tuitt and Lynch's hs coaches who were talking bad about ND and trying to get them to stay close? I just feel like some of the coaches out there have their own agenda. Regardless, I hope he makes it up for a visit. He's obviously a great talent, but he seems like an even greater person. Best of luck to him.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

We need to get him on campus for the USC game and display a great showing. This guy would be explosive in the slot.

 

[TerryTate]

He gone

 

[IrishLax]

USC and Florida battle. I expect USC to win out.. but it should be close.

 

[beryirish]

Scout.com: Interest Still Mutual for Agholor, Notre Dame

Premium Article

 

[amgarvey]

I'm very happy we are still in it with this kid. He will be an absolute game breaker. There might be 2 kids in this class I want as much or more than Agholor.

 

[Irish In KY]

Amgarvey- Agreed. This kid is incredible. Does anyone have access to the premium article to let us lowly people without subscriptions know whats going on? Much appreciated.

 

[IrishLax]

He's interested but we're not at the top. We have a big season full of wins and who knows though.

 

[HolyCrossCSC]

Imagine..

Imagine..

Imagine a signing day with Agholor, Shaq Thompson, and Darby with ND Hats on. Talk about speed!

 

[Rack Em]

Imagine a signing day with Agholor, Shaq Thompson, and Darby with ND Hats on. Talk about speed!

Then what? They take them off and put on Bama hats?

That would be our luck...

I believe that we still have a SLIM chance of landing him, but everything would seriously have to fall into place for us.

 

[Andy in Sactown]

Then what? They take them off and put on Bama hats?

I see what you did there... just had to Huggins the thread?

Regarding Nelson ~ Holy acceleration Batman! Just love the speed BK is going after. Pretty soon I will be able to use the word ubiquitous when talking about our speed with SEC fan boys/girls (on account of them not knowing what it means; end of discussion).


P.S. I nominate "huggins" as a verb:

Huggins (verb): To perform a commitment hat trick, ensuring all former suitors know you are a douche.

 

[NDFANnSouthWest]

I see what you did there... just had to Huggins the thread?

Regarding Nelson ~ Holy acceleration Batman! Just love the speed BK is going after. Pretty soon I will be able to use the word ubiquitous when talking about our speed with SEC fan boys/girls (on account of them not knowing what it means; end of discussion).


P.S. I nominate "huggins" as a verb:

Huggins (verb): To perform a commitment hat trick, ensuring all former suitors know you are a douche.

+1 LMAO/

 

[amgarvey]

Little known fact. Huggins has two meanings. The other is: To look like a mafioso while running a dirty basketball program.

 

[Domina Nostra]

Little known fact. Huggins has two meanings. The other is: To look like a mafioso while running a dirty basketball program.

OR

"to give a scholarship to a talented basketball player with a criminal record."

 

[Ironman8]

@tomloy2002:

Berkeley Prep WR Nelson Agholor says that #NotreDame was the 1st to call this am. #Irish

 

[clashmore_mike]

You are literally unbelievable.