'12 IN QB Gunner Kiel (Cincinnati Transfer)

[Domina Nostra]

And then he decommited, presumably because he'd rather go to a more established program where it was more assured he wouldn't get thrown around like a rag doll.

There is a difference between mediocrity and incompetence.

On that note, the idea that Vanderbilt is going to surpass Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and even Tennessee in the near future is a pipe dream. If Franklin is the man, they may end up third in their division every once in a while.

 

[tko]

If Gunner is looking to compete for national championships, he really should consider Rutgers.

 

[IrishLax]

http://www.irishsportsdaily.com/recruiting/premium-football-recruiting/6012-kiel-maps-out-plan

Don't know if this is premium or not but lots of good quotes from Kip Kiel (Gunner's father). Definitely sounds like Gunner is being methodical about the process because he committed so early... wants to make sure he checks out all of his options and leaves no stone unturned. Will definitely be up to South Bend again; father says it doesn't matter if it's an official because he's been up there many times and it's so easy to make the short drive.

Other stuff too, but won't share too much for the time being.

 

[PLACforever]

Assuming this is the case, as much as I HATE the hat-picking game BS that recruits like to play, it sure would be nice to see a ND hat picked for once- ESPECIALLY from such a high-profile kid. That said, ND-type kids typically don't play the hat game and if Gunner is to choose us, we'll find out because some d-bag "reporter" elected to leak it in lieu of giving the kid his chance to make the announcement...whenever that may be.

I generally agree with you, just playing devils advocate here, but didn't Manti hat-pick?

 

[beryirish]

I generally agree with you, just playing devils advocate here, but didn't Manti hat-pick?

.......so did Deion Walker. But I guess his ND career is punishment for doing that.

 

[GoldenIsThyFame]

We are leading per BGI

 

[Irish Man3]

Let's hope that's the case after his visits.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

@ClayTravisBGID:

Good news keeps coming for Vandy: 5 star QB Gunner Kiel back on campus next weekend for official visit with family.

 

[BeauBenken]

I still want Kiel on this team. We need more depth at QB.

 

[Irish Man3]

If Vandy lands him, then so be it.

Either the staff is just not pushing hard enough for him or he is looking to go anywhere but ND. It may just not work out for ND the way we all thought it would.

 

[buirish]

I read a good article on the Kiel's taking their visits, evaluating Gunner's options and then making a thought out decision ( especially after his IU commit/ decommits situation.) I believe it was on ISD, but not 100% sure. I'm hoping we land Gunner. He can be a top notch QB diverence maker!!! IMO
Go Irish

 

[GoldenIsThyFame]

#18 overall, #1 Pro Style QB in new Rivals 100

 

[NDPhilly]

dropped 3 spots

 

[Ndaccountant]

He isn't coming guys. No info other than what is out there, but something is not right about this siutation at all.

 

[clashmore_mike]

He isn't coming guys. No info other than what is out there, but something is not right about this siutation at all.

Ok, thanks for sharing.

 

[rtrn2glory]

He isn't coming guys. No info other than what is out there, but something is not right about this siutation at all.

that's not very nice.

 

[Irish Fam]

I think hes coming. Just doesn't want to commit to another school only to decommit again. Hes doing the right thing and taking his time. He will end up Irish.

 

[nd1]

He isn't coming guys. No info other than what is out there, but something is not right about this siutation at all.

wooly going to get you.

 

[Ndaccountant]

wooly going to get you.

Wooly has a solid argument. But I still have yet to see any shred of evidence that Gunner would be stoked to be Irish.

His recruitment has been strange and I hope that I am wrong, because I want him in the blue and gold.

 

[Dacian_Irish]

The evidence could go both ways. Based on the info that is out there no one has a clue except him and his family.

 

[rtrn2glory]

he's an EE so if that's the case he'll have about a month to bring some ppl along for the ride should he choose to attend ND

 

[irishff1014]

He is one of the guys we end up with.

 

[returnofthemack]

If he comes to ND, do you guys think he would have a problem with redshirting? It's pretty rare that the top QB in a class goes along with sitting out for a season, but with Hendrix, Golson, and Rees in the lineup, it's hard to see him winning out right away.

 

[BeauBenken]

I think it happens more than you think.

 

[NDPhilly]

2011 Jeff Driskel plays sparingly I believe at UF
2010 Heaps was at BYU so there wasnt much depth he started and played pretty well
2009 Barkley started and played okay
2008 Pryor started and played okay
2007 well you know

 

[yankeehater]

His recruitment reminds me a lot of the Anthony Barr recruitment. A legacy with serious family ties to the University. Without any real knowledge, I feel that if he truly wanted to go to ND he would have committed a long time ago.

 

[Ndaccountant]

And now Barr doesn't have a coach.....Gunner should take notice!!

 

[yankeehater]

And now Barr doesn't have a coach.....Gunner should take notice!!

Don't think he has to worry about that at Bama, Oklahoma or LSU.

 

[NDdomer2]

Don't think he has to worry about that at Bama, Oklahoma or LSU.

Until he gives one of those schools an official visit I'm not worried about them.

 

[GoldenIsThyFame]

There was a tweet the other day that a current SEC coach was interested in the PSU job. They didn't give the name but I wonder if it is Franklin. He has become the flavor of the moment this year.