2015 Master List

[Luckylucci]

You're asking us? We ask you those questions!

Haha, I thought it was a good topic for conversation on a friday? I was going to give my thoughts after a bit.

 

[Big23Head]

With next week being the bye week we'll have quite a few coaches on the road recruiting. Something I started thinking about with the Michigan recruiting weekend coming and passing without commits is.....

Do you think that we have a set board right now that we're willing to hold tight with for the foreseeable future? Or do we take this first bye week as an opportunity to start up some new relationships and send out new offers/work old ones?

Something to keep in mind is the next open date is the weekend after FSU, Oct. 25th.

Also, we started out this class thinking it was going to be small but kept hearing that the staff was willing to push the numbers much higher than previously thought.

Do you think that we end up with that smaller class or we still push that number?

1. IMO mostly catch up with current recruits, including guys like Brewton, Cager and guys we hear less about. Maybe a new name or 2 if someone has really caught the coaches eye.

2. 23-25 as it sits now. Depending on the investigation results and if we win 10 that number could rise a few.

 

[Irish YJ]

With next week being the bye week we'll have quite a few coaches on the road recruiting. Something I started thinking about with the Michigan recruiting weekend coming and passing without commits is.....

Do you think that we have a set board right now that we're willing to hold tight with for the foreseeable future? Or do we take this first bye week as an opportunity to start up some new relationships and send out new offers/work old ones?

Something to keep in mind is the next open date is the weekend after FSU, Oct. 25th.

Also, we started out this class thinking it was going to be small but kept hearing that the staff was willing to push the numbers much higher than previously thought.

Do you think that we end up with that smaller class or we still push that number?

I think everything is still very fluid. I have no doubt that we will continue to seek new relationships. Will it be a flood of new offers, probably not, but I do believe we are still watching film on new prospects, and are looking for those under the radar guys that have blown things up their senior/junior year.

Compared to the FSU bye week.... timing is right, right now... coming off a 3-0 start and crushing UM, combined with UM and OSU's stumbles makes the MW a ripe space. If we can somehow beat FSU, then of course that week will be better, but you take advantage the now.

I think we will push the number for several reasons... one, I think we've learned to be more aggressive based on our experiences, 2 we don't know what will happen with the five currently suspended, 3 we may have some top talent wanting to jump at the end of the year, and 4, with they youth movement we may see some of the guys leaving that were passed over.

 

[Luckylucci]

To the first question. I think that we hold here for the most part. Maybe a few offers to players like Cage for ex. Will probably visit with some new prospects and try to get them to visit. Buy some time basically. As I think at this time they are willing to roll the dice a little with whats currently on board. I also think they want to get through the Stanford recruiting weekend before making too many decisions. Ultimately I think by the second bye week we'll either have most of our commits wrapped up or we'll use that time to start looking for more.

 

[Cackalacky]

To the first question. I think that we hold here for the most part. Maybe a few offers to players like Cage for ex. Will probably visit with some new prospects and try to get them to visit. Buy some time basically. As I think at this time they are willing to roll the dice a little with whats currently on board. I also think they want to get through the Stanford recruiting weekend before making too many decisions. Ultimately I think by the second bye week we'll either have most of our commits wrapped up or we'll use that time to start looking for more.

I agree with this line of reasoning. The Stanford game is the other big week. I think the staff will know where they sit based on our record and feeling out the guys on the board.

Regarding the size of our roster, losing the guys on suspension could open up to 5 more spots. Those could be used by recruits and 5th years. That will be determined at the end of the year I suppose.

 

[IRISH in MT]

Marshall is suppose to visit however don't see anything happening there. Ross is an option and Loy thinks we land however Scott on the USC site seems confident he is all Trojan so we will see what happens. Cowart not an option in my opinion, haven't seen ND mentioned since he visited. Cager seems all Ohio State to me but that could change if their season is a dump and we offer and blow him away on a visit

Thanks for the info guys. I agree, Marshall is most likely USC. I thought Cowart seemed like a RKG + good DL from the South so I hope ND is still in consideration. I would take Gallimore on the DL too. Really want Soso, ESB, and Coney!

 

[Luckylucci]

Thanks for the info guys. I agree, Marshall is most likely USC. I thought Cowart seemed like a RKG + good DL from the South so I hope ND is still in consideration. I would take Gallimore on the DL too. Really want Soso, ESB, and Coney!

On this specifically I hadn't followed it recently so I got caught up with this last week. He is all UF at this point. Will visit Maryland this weekend for an OV but UF seems to have a stronger foothold than even before.

 

[IRISH in MT]

Damn it! Well, I hope UF has another 4-8 season and we make the playoffs...maybe that will change Cowart's mind!

 

[ryno 24]

I think we are in a good position. I want at least 1-2 pass rushers. (Gustin and Wallace (I really like Bo Wallace kid reminds me of Johnny williams 2.0)) I would like one more stud receiver (ESB) and best available (Ross and Jones or Tell). I do not think we need to extend more offers unless we do not get Soso or Brossette ( in that case a runningback). The staff set itself up really well recruiting wise this year and does not need to chase. I think at least one more linebacker possibly two.

In this on track?

 

[Veritate Duce Progredi]

Most are thinking 23-25 with a possible uptick if we have a "magical season" but what does that do for next year's class? I'm not saying we need to act like we need to turn away 5 star talent but what is the class size next year if we take 25 or 26 and return some 5th years?

I think it's reasonable to try and have equitable distribution between your classes. You don't want to take 26+ one year and be limited to 16-18 scholarships for the following year (at least I wouldn't think that'd be a good idea).

With the way the '16 class is shaping up, I wouldn't be surprised if we have a lot of interest with a top QB, top linemen, top WR and top DE already showing major interest in ND. If you get even a couple five stars on board early, it seems like a large number of recruits would take notice.

Thoughts?

 

[ryno 24]

I think you should take between 21-24 ever year because of potential and the numbers that either get injured or transfer or get caught cheating. This will allow us to be competitive. We also have a lot more preferred walk-ons and they are supposed to be better now. The more competition the better. Plus we are changing defensive systems right now. We need as much speed as possible right now.

 

[IRISH in MT]

Most are thinking 23-25 with a possible uptick if we have a "magical season" but what does that do for next year's class? I'm not saying we need to act like we need to turn away 5 star talent but what is the class size next year if we take 25 or 26 and return some 5th years?

I think it's reasonable to try and have equitable distribution between your classes. You don't want to take 26+ one year and be limited to 16-18 scholarships for the following year (at least I wouldn't think that'd be a good idea).

With the way the '16 class is shaping up, I wouldn't be surprised if we have a lot of interest with a top QB, top linemen, top WR and top DE already showing major interest in ND. If you get even a couple five stars on board early, it seems like a large number of recruits would take notice.Thoughts?

You let every 5* player in regardless of depth and #'s. I know some 3* recruits pan out to be NFL first rounders BUT, we have enough this year. I agree with RYNO 24, take 20-24 every year because 4-5 end up gone before graduation.

 

[NDdomer2]

if they have room to take 26 this year and they have 26 kids they deem worthy of being here, that want to be here, you take them. please remind me last time we didn't have a couple waiting around for the next year.

 

[NDhoosier]

So many 5th year possibilities. The numbers could vary widely this year with so many different possibilities and quality 5th year players. Who goes to the NFL? What happens with DD and Russell, both NFL quality players with another year of eligibility. Do they get mad and jump to the NFL after this season or will they return and get stats for an entire season, then go to the NFL?

 

[ResLife Hero]

Recruit RoundUp - Irish Sports Daily

The 2014 high school season is in full swing and ISD is your home each Monday to see track how the 2015 commitments are doing this fall.
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Josh Adams – Central Bucks South High School (Pa.)
Central Bucks South knocked off Central Bucks East 42-24 on Friday night. Adams had a massive night scoring all six touchdowns for the Titans to go along with 150 yards rushing on 23 carries. The senior running back also completed one pass for 25 yards. Central Bucks South (2-1) will travel to Bensalem (0-4) September 19th.

Wide Receivers
Miles Boykin – Providence Catholic (Ill.)
Boykin had another big game on Friday with eight catches for 94 yards and two touchdowns in a 33-14 win over Mount Carmel. Providence Catholic (3-0) will host Marmion Academy (3-0) this Friday.

CJ Sanders – Notre Dame High School (Calif.)
No stats were reported for CJ. Notre Dame beat Serra High School 24-14. Notre Dame (3-0) has a bye week.

Jalen Guyton – Allen High School (Texas)
Nationally ranked No. 3 Allen (3-0) knocked off Boyd 58-23 this weekend. Guyton recorded five catches for 102 yards. The Eagles travel to Plano (2-1) for a Thursday night showdown this week.

Offensive Line
Tristen Hoge – Highland (Idaho)
Highland racked up 102 rushing yards behind Hoge and cruised to a 42-0 win over Century. Highland (3-0) will host Madison (2-1) this Friday.

Trevor Ruhland – Cary Grove (Ill.)
Ruhland’s offensive line rolled over Grayslake North for 388 rushing yards and a 42-7 victory. Cary Grove (3-0) will play Woodstock North (1-2) at home this week.

Jerry Tillery – Evangel Christian Academy (La.)
Tillery’s squad got their first win of the year 25-17 over Ouachita Parish. Evangel Christian Academy (1-1) will hit the road to play winless Northside on Friday.

Defensive Line
Micah Dew-Treadway – Bolingbrook (Ill.)
56-14 win over Joliet. Treadway only played about five series in the blowout, but still recorded four tackles. Bolingbrook (2-1) will face Stagg (2-1) at home Friday.

Elijah Taylor – Cincinnati Moeller (Ohio)
Moeller (3-0) cruised to a 55-7 win over Xenia this Friday. Taylor’s squad will travel to St. Xavier (Ky.) Friday.

Brandon Tiassum – Park Tudor (Ind.)
Park Tudor dropped to 0-4 in a 28-17 loss to Southern Wells. Tiassum did his part in recording eight tackles, one sack, and two forced fumbles. Park Tudor will look to get its first win of the year Friday at Indianapolis Lutheran (2-2).

Linebackers
Josh Barajas – Andrean High School (Ind.)
Barajas had a huge game Friday as Andrean improved to 4-0 on the season beating Munster 24-20. The senior linebacker recorded 10 tackles, two sacks, and blocked a field goal. Andrean will play at Hobart (2-2) this weekend.

Defensive Backs
Nick Coleman – Archbishop Alter (Ohio)
Coleman did a little bit of every on Friday in a 42-14 win over Thurgood Marshall. The two-way starter had eight carries for 92 yards and a touchdown and recorded three tackles with two passes defended. Alter (3-0) will play Bishop Fenwick (1-2) at Centerville High School this Friday.

Shaun Crawford – St Edward (Ohio)
St. Ed’s and Crawford cruised to a 42-0 over St. (Added period) Joseph this weekend. On offense, Crawford recorded six receptions for 90 yards and a touchdown. On defense, he had four total tackles. Nationally ranked No. 1 in the country, St. Edward will travel to Cincinnati for a showdown with Elder (2-1).

Nicco Fertitta – Bishop Gorman (Nev.)
Bishop Gorman kept their National Title hopes alive by scoring 15 points in the final five minutes to knock off California power Centennial 43-42. No stats for Feritta were reported. Bishop Gorman (4-0) hosts another California powerhouse this week in Santa Margarita (3-0). Santa Margarita has Notre Dame 2016 quarterback recruit KJ Costello at the helm.

Prentice McKinney – South Oak Cliff (Texas)
South Oak Cliff fell to 0-3 in a loss to Texas power DeSoto. McKinney did his part with 10 tackles, two tackles for loss and an interception. South Oak Cliff will travel to Wyatt (0-3) Friday.

Ashton White – Bishop McNamara (Md.)
Bishop McNamara traveled to Virginia to face Liberty Christian but fell 21-18. White recorded one catch for three yards and broke up a pass. Bishop McNamara (1-2) will hit the road again this week when they face St. Mary’s Ryken (2-1).

**Of note: According to MaxPreps.com, three Notre Dame commits have their respective teams ranked in the top five in the Nation.
No. 1 – St. Edward – Shaun Crawford
No. 3 – Allen – Jalen Guyton
No. 4 – Bishop Gorman – Nicco Fertitta

 

[IRISH in MT]

Nice update on our 2015 Commits. Was Bishop Gorman/Fertitta playing against Corona Centennial where Blake Barnett plays? IF so, I hope Fertitta picked off Barnett. I see we still don't have commits from Soso, ESB, Coney, Wallace or Bilal

 

[Buster Bluth]

Nice update on our 2015 Commits. Was Bishop Gorman/Fertitta playing against Corona Centennial where Blake Barnett plays?

No.

 

[Luckylucci]

Can't say I'm too excited about the first one but Coach Booker will visit Chris Clark and Christian Wilkins this week. Per II.

 

[Ironman8]

Maybe BK is taking out Koyack's fumble on Booker by sending him on kamikaze recruiting missions.

 

[Luckylucci]

Maybe BK is taking out Koyack's fumble on Booker by sending him on kamikaze recruiting missions.

I'm all for trying to get Wilkins on campus and see if he fits but the last thing I want is for us to waste a second with Clark.

 

[Rack Em]

Plz pass on Clark.

 

[GBdomer]

As good as Chris Clark might be I would rather spend all of our time and energy on Jones.

 

[Domina Nostra]

As good as Chris Clark might be I would rather spend all of our time and energy on Jones.

Recruiting Clark might help remind Jones that we are kind of a big deal for TEs.

 

[Ironman8]

Per 24/7, most of our coaches are going out on the road starting today to recruit. Denbrock and Elston are in the Midwest, BVG hitting up Georgia, Booker in the Virgina / Maryland area, Cooks in LA (assume with Hiestand), and Alford in Florida.

 

[arrowryan]

Per 24/7, most of our coaches are going out on the road starting today to recruit. Denbrock and Elston are in the Midwest, BVG hitting up Georgia, Booker in the Virgina / Maryland area, Cooks in LA (assume with Hiestand), and Alford in Florida.

No one in Texas? That's odd

 

[greyhammer90]

Per 24/7, most of our coaches are going out on the road starting today to recruit. Denbrock and Elston are in the Midwest, BVG hitting up Georgia, Booker in the Virgina / Maryland area, Cooks in LA (assume with Hiestand), and Alford in Florida.

 

[koonja]

No Kelly?

 

[Ironman8]

No one in Texas? That's odd

Cooks may hit up Texas after LA, or BK may make a stop there - that was just the list 24/7 had confirmed.

Also remember we do have 2 bye weeks. I can guarantee if we don't hit Texas hard this week we will during the next bye.

 

[jerboski]

No one in Texas? That's odd

I asked about this, specifically about Soso! Steve responded saying Soso and his family are very aware of how much ND values him and Steve still likes where ND sits!

 

[IRISH in MT]

If Soso is one of your final pieces to your class, which he should be, you send the entire staff on Bye week! LAND THIS KID!!!