'10 CA LB/Ath Anthony Barr (UCLA Commit)

[GOLDENISTHYTATE]

I go to the same school as A-Barr right now and I have seen him play multiple times. IDK him personally at all, but I have seen him run through every defender in his way. This year, every team who has played against him has known that he will get almost all the touches, and he still breaks tackles and dominates everyone.

You go Loyola? What year are you? What the others said, welcome to the board and any information you can give about Anthony in the upcoming year would be dearly appreciated!

 

[NDinL.A.]

I go to the same school as A-Barr right now and I have seen him play multiple times. IDK him personally at all, but I have seen him run through every defender in his way. This year, every team who has played against him has known that he will get almost all the touches, and he still breaks tackles and dominates everyone.

Nice, welcome young Loyola Cub. I drive by your beautiful school every day. Let it be known that the ND faithful want him to be a Domer!

The latest Scout article on him states that ND is on his favorites list along with UCLA, Cal, and Colorado. The QB for Loyola is Rick Neuheisel's son, which makes things even more interesting.

As for his position, I've seen him play in person, and IMO he could play RB, LB or safety at the next level. When I read about him and saw him up close, i said there's no way he could be a RB, because he just is too big of a target. But then I saw him play, and yes, he could play RB for sure. Brandon Jacobs does come to mind, but he's a fater version of Jacobs, although not yet nearly as big/strong (that comes with age though). I still see him as a LB, but it's eraly, so who knows. Basically, he can play wherever he wants as long as he comes to ND.

As for those saying he might come in and play FB, keep dreaming (I know some of you did say it was a wish). No way is this kid going to play offense to become primarily a blocker. We recruit him as that and you can forget him coming. He's going to college to be a 'highlight' player...

 

[mjbirish]

i would love to get barr and play him at running back. It works for brandon jacobs why not just keep him at rb and let him dominate

 

[Ultimate Penn St. Hater]

I'm sure if he comes to ND, the coaching staff will play him wherever he will make the biggest impact.

 

[NDinL.A.]

The word out here is that he even though he loves to play RB, he knows he's better suited for defense. I could be wrong, but that's what you here from Loyola people. Unfortunately, I haven't seen the people I know at Loyola (his h.s.) for a few months, so I haven't gleened any info as to where he is leaning. His recruitment is strangely quiet for a 5 star, which leads me (and many others) to believe ND is in very good shape w/ him.

But I think all these guys will come around if we win games and prove that CW's job is secure. Recruits LOVE Charlie, and if we win, we're going to have a great class. If not, not so great. I'm not even going to stress about our recruiting anymore until the season starts. We win, we're golden (tate)...

 

[SoCalDomer]

part of the reason his recruitment is quiet is because he is busy with track season. should pick up this summer.

 

[GOLDENISTHYTATE]

Hey NDinLA, there is an article that talks about Barr on Rivals right now, and it sounded to me like Barr really wants to go where he will have the chance to play running back. Maybe I read it wrong, but that's what it seemed like to me.

 

[phork]

"A lot of coaches want me at running back," he said. "I know USC, UCLA, Stanford, Cal, Oregon [and] Colorado all think I could play running back for them. Notre Dame is talking to me about defensive end, and they think that's a position I could excel at. But I like running back. I really enjoy it and that's probably the best natural fit. But as far as growing out of the position, that's out of my control."

Looks like he likes RB, ND wants him at D-End... Per Rivals.

 

[jason_h537]

Anthony Barr

Anthony Barr

hey guys... new user here out of CA
The coaches are recruiting Barr as an athlete but have let him know they want him along the front seven. preferably at LB or DE depending on how he develops, but they said they wouldnt mind using him at RB depending on the situation. Think DJ Williams at Miami. a short yardage back or an outlet back on punt situations. hed be a load to bring down and how could u defend it?

 

[NDinL.A.]

hey guys... new user here out of CA
The coaches are recruiting Barr as an athlete but have let him know they want him along the front seven. preferably at LB or DE depending on how he develops, but they said they wouldnt mind using him at RB depending on the situation. Think DJ Williams at Miami. a short yardage back or an outlet back on punt situations. hed be a load to bring down and how could u defend it?

welcome aboard bro...

 

[BGIF]

Looks like he likes RB, ND wants him at D-End... Per Rivals.

The quotes you had from the Crabtree article demonstrate that he does LIKE being a RB, and he's aware that as a HS junior he's already BIG for a Div 1 RB.

There was another key point in that article ...

I'm going to have to be on the watch out for schools that will tell me what they think I want to hear in order to get me.

Apparently there is one school that isn't telling him what he wants to hear but rather what he needs to hear.

Unless his growing is done, even NutraSystem isn't going to help his future at RB. He's already a couple of inches taller and 15-20 pounds heavier than another reluctant RB turned defender, Tony Driver was - as a college senior.


Jeff Burris arrived at ND as an HS All-American RB; he left college as an All-American DB. He was also the "Go To Guy" in Holtz's Full House Goal Line Backfield. As a senior Burris scored 10 rushing TDs, had a TD reception, and returned a punt for another TD. Starting FS, Go To TB, and #1 Special Teams Player. He led the team in minutes played.

 

[jason_h537]

Read an LA Times article about Barr when he took an unofficial to USC during their game last year. The kid obviously has alot of love for Notre Dame, grew up an Irish fan, and has been to the school several times in his life. I dont like calling prospects locks, bute the only way we don't land Barr is if we completely botch his recriutment, or if we have another bad year and there is uncertianty in the coaching situation. Regardless of any article you guys read, Notre Dame is the measuring stick for him

 

[OCIrish]

Something else to keep in mind, his uncle and father both starred at ND. Let's not jump off of the bridge cause someone is saying he wants to play RB in college. If memory serves me, Reggie played S his frosh year @ ND, before eventually being moved back to TB. All I'm saying is that, no matter where a kid wants to play, he'll be put in the best spot to help the team, wherever that is and the Brooks boys' no that better than anyone.

 

[BGIF]

... If memory serves me, Reggie played S his frosh year @ ND, before eventually being moved back to TB. ...

Holtz also moved Denson to CB as a freshman for the Northwestern game. The next week Denson was at TB, forever.

 

[jason_h537]

was checking out Irish Sports Daily, and saw an artcile about Barr. It was subscription only so if anyone can spread some info that be great. There is not one player in the country i want more than Barr. Kid is an absolute STUD.

TOP 5
Anthony Barr
Justin McCay
Sean Parker
Sentreal Henderson
Cody Riggs

 

[NDinL.A.]

was checking out Irish Sports Daily, and saw an artcile about Barr. It was subscription only so if anyone can spread some info that be great. There is not one player in the country i want more than Barr. Kid is an absolute STUD.

TOP 5
Anthony Barr
Justin McCay
Sean Parker
Sentreal Henderson
Cody Riggs

Not much new. Top 3 of ND, UCLA and Cal. Is really torn between the 3. We're in good shape w/ him, but in no way is he a lock. His own teammate is Slick Rick's son..

 

[jason_h537]

Thanx NDinLA, tried to give you reps but says i need to spread the love. This is kid is such a special athlete. Can play DE, LB, or RB at the next level and fit so many needs for the Irish. Still think heis too special to just leave him with his hjand down, would be a great LB.

 

[Irishlew]

He's ours.

 

[jason_h537]

No ones our till they sign.

 

[Irishlew]

No ones our till they sign.

nope...he's ours.

 

[jason_h537]

Yeah and Te'o was USC's

 

[Irishlew]

Yeah and Te'o was USC's

nope he's ours too.

 

[jason_h537]

yeah but theres some smartass who said the same thing in a SUC... i mean USC forum who now looks like an idiot. So dont jinx it.

 

[Irishlew]

yeah but theres some smartass who said the same thing in a SUC... i mean USC forum who now looks like an idiot. So dont jinx it.

who reads USC forums?

 

[IrishInFl]

who reads USC forums?

Who are USC fans? I've lived in four states and have yet to see a single USC fan, outside of Jawanza Starling when he told me his top three were Georgia, FSU, and ND...

 

[jason_h537]

Ok say what you want Irishlew but if he goes anywhere else i will hunt you down. Then find Barr and bitchslap him (then quickly run cuz hes a big motherfucker) for not picking the Irish.

 

[Irishlew]

Ok say what you want Irishlew but if he goes anywhere else i will hunt you down. Then find Barr and bitchslap him (then quickly run cuz hes a big motherfucker) for not picking the Irish.

lol...you don't have to hunt me, I'll tell you where i live. Long trip from Cali to Chicago land though.

I like our chances against UCLA and CAL

 

[jason_h537]

Good Anthony Barr article on Rivals. Its premium so heres a quote

“I think people are making a big deal out of nothing,” Barr said. “I’m going to play wherever. I just want to get on the field, whether that’s with the ball in my hands or hitting somebody. I know there’s going to be some confusion at first if they’re trying me at different places. But I want to play wherever I fit best.”

I told him it sounds like he gets this question a lot.

“I get that question really frequently. I just tell them straight up that I don’t care, I just want to play.”

Says he is high on Notre Dame, UCLA, USC, Cal, and Florida.

For everyone who thinks Notre Dame is dropping the ball on him he also said Notre Dame, UCLA, Cal, tennessee and Michigan are on him the hardest.

 

[Ultimate Penn St. Hater]

I hope his dad and uncle are recruiting him too.

 

[jason_h537]

Guess who C Mart has locked in on since Kendall Moore Committed.