Tom Luginbill speaks on Auburn
Hey everyone. Tom Luginbill, ESPN's recruiting czar, had some interesting things to say this morning/afternoon about Auburn's recruiting effort.
He also spoke about Marcus Lattimore and Michael Dyer.
Here are some highlights:
On Auburn's enterprise: ``I really believe their efforts in the spring last year in regard to their unofficial visit weekend they had, their ability to get out and make a dent, have paid dividends throughout the entire recruiting process. A lot of Auburn fans said … Big Cat Weekend, what did it do for (us) in the short term? I don't think that's the answer to the question. The answer to the question is: What did it do in the long term? Those answers have been extremely positive in regard to what it is that Auburn is selling. Whatever that may be seems to be resonating among prospects."
On possible overcrowding in the Tigers' 2010 class: ``They're a team that's going to have to play a bit of a numbers game because of the SEC rule to sign only 28. They're going to have to eventually place some kids who are not going to make it or grayshirt some kids who will count toward the next class and work the numbers a little."
On Marcus Lattimore: ``I think there are more complete, talented backs in this class than Marcus Lattimore. I don't think there is a better back in this class, or maybe the last three or four classes, that is as talented in the passing game -- out of the backfield or split out wide -- as he is.
That's one of the reasons Auburn is such a good match for him -- because of how they utilize their running backs in the passing game. He's smart enough to realize that even though there's one ball, using two backs in a scheme like one that's going to employ (tailbacks) in the passing game in the SEC -- you'd better have more than one running back. If he thinks along those lines, I think Auburn has a tremendous opportunity with him."
On comparisons between Lattimore and Michael Dyer: ``One of our concerns with Marcus Lattimore is that he's not overly shifty, he's not overly sudden. For a back of his size, there are times when he struggles to break tackles. Do I think Michael Dyer is as far along in the passing game? No, I do not … as evidenced by my previous statement. What Michael Dyer does is that he's as laterally quick and physically tough as you're going to find -- not only on an inline runner but as a runner on the perimeter. He rarely goes down upon first contact. That's what makes him so unique. You'd better have a lot of bodies around this guy if you're going to want him on the ground. The first tackler and possibly the second and third are likely not going to be able to bring him down one-on-one."
He also spoke about Marcus Lattimore and Michael Dyer.
Here are some highlights:
On Auburn's enterprise: ``I really believe their efforts in the spring last year in regard to their unofficial visit weekend they had, their ability to get out and make a dent, have paid dividends throughout the entire recruiting process. A lot of Auburn fans said … Big Cat Weekend, what did it do for (us) in the short term? I don't think that's the answer to the question. The answer to the question is: What did it do in the long term? Those answers have been extremely positive in regard to what it is that Auburn is selling. Whatever that may be seems to be resonating among prospects."
On possible overcrowding in the Tigers' 2010 class: ``They're a team that's going to have to play a bit of a numbers game because of the SEC rule to sign only 28. They're going to have to eventually place some kids who are not going to make it or grayshirt some kids who will count toward the next class and work the numbers a little."
On Marcus Lattimore: ``I think there are more complete, talented backs in this class than Marcus Lattimore. I don't think there is a better back in this class, or maybe the last three or four classes, that is as talented in the passing game -- out of the backfield or split out wide -- as he is.
That's one of the reasons Auburn is such a good match for him -- because of how they utilize their running backs in the passing game. He's smart enough to realize that even though there's one ball, using two backs in a scheme like one that's going to employ (tailbacks) in the passing game in the SEC -- you'd better have more than one running back. If he thinks along those lines, I think Auburn has a tremendous opportunity with him."
On comparisons between Lattimore and Michael Dyer: ``One of our concerns with Marcus Lattimore is that he's not overly shifty, he's not overly sudden. For a back of his size, there are times when he struggles to break tackles. Do I think Michael Dyer is as far along in the passing game? No, I do not … as evidenced by my previous statement. What Michael Dyer does is that he's as laterally quick and physically tough as you're going to find -- not only on an inline runner but as a runner on the perimeter. He rarely goes down upon first contact. That's what makes him so unique. You'd better have a lot of bodies around this guy if you're going to want him on the ground. The first tackler and possibly the second and third are likely not going to be able to bring him down one-on-one."
98 Comments:
Sons of Caddie/Ronnie Substance
In Italy: Substancio.
Dual RB substance in AU backfield!
Substance abuse.
the math will be interesting
Did I miss the tirade?
I said rant.
OK I can't remember what happened 3 minutes ago much less 10 or 15.
Thanks for that update from Luginbill, Jay G!
I am SO excited for next season!!
That settles it, I'm downloading Google Chrome when I get home.
It sure is a good problem having to shuffle highly rated guys to satisfy the SEC rules.
Anybody know where Steve has been? I think it's been a week since he's posted anything.
From end of previous thread ...
Tomorrow night I will gather my family together 'round the fire and read them the traditional holiday story ... Twas the Night before Recruitmas.
It is available for viewing at www.jetinthegump.blogspot.com
Out of respect for Homer, I decided not to place it here due to its length.
I just found out that Pitt is moving to the Big 10. I am happy about this because I have missed the PSU-Pitt rivalry.
But my question is, how can they call it the Big 10 now that there are 12 teams?
Thanks for the text Brother..
I had a tear in my eye..
My favorite lines from Jet's traditional story:
"WTC’s mom in her ‘kerchief, and her son in his Murano,
Were watching You Tube clips of Joel Bonomolo."
"More rapid than Steve posts his coaches they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name!"
me too, Luv.
GO PITT!!! I now have a team in the Big "Ten" that I can pull for.
I'm checking on Steve right now.
My favorite line is:
So THT said “Chill out, this is a wonderful dream.
But what would make it better is a bowl of ice cream.
Thanks, Jay G. It's just odd that Steve hasn't posted in so long.
Did I miss the part where he talked about Latt and Dyer?
Big 10 will have to revamp their logo again. Currently, it says "Big 10", but has an "11" embedded in the middle of it.
Someone bring up the xcoach and watch how fast he comes calling.
This one's good, too:
"Now, Trooper! Now, Luper! Now, TinRoof and Gus!
On, Thigpen! On, Grimes! Hey, Boulware, stay on the bus!"
Top notch job Jet.
I guess since I've been so busy at work, I hadn't noticed SteveFC hadn't been on here. Hope the guy is well.
As much as Steve's posts can make my eyes glaze over, I am concerned that he hasn't been around. Hope he's okay.
Steve is fine, still doing his thing.
Yes, what did he say about Latt and Dyer?
Good to hear he is ok...hopefully he'll show up soon and give us something to argue about.
I predict SFC will make an appearance today.
Hey SteveFC, we're missing you!!!
Jet - you nailed it!
Brother,
this was classic "To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall!
Somebody help Rocker, he’s so big he might fall!"
I spit up my coffee!!!!
Mack Brown (the RB not the coach) visited this weekend.
Lattimore quote up.
Tar Heel, we will just have to agree to disagree on the day they play.
Nice, enjoyed the Comments on Latt.
Any other day, I will pull for Pitt.
Jet enjoyed the night before recruitmas.
Also read the others and was moved by some and laughed hard through the race down the hill pulling that poor puppy.
Pitt to the Big Ten? Is this confirmed? I've heard nothing about it and that's huge news.
yes, LUV. Though PSU would be my 2nd choice in that conference.
Jay G Tate, when you get caught up, let me know who Lugi thinks is a "more complete, talented backs in this class than Marcus Lattimore."
Interesting. I hope Lattimore is really thinking about how well he would fit into AU's offense. Maybe we can get Luginbill to call him to make sure.
Michael Dyer?
Pitt's leaving the Big East? Does the Big East even exist without them? That's what 7 teams left?
Is it possible that the MWC will join the BCS, Big East will get kicked out, and Boise State will join the MWC?
I think Luginbill is more impressed with Dyer, though Lattimore is ESPN's No. 1 back.
Pitt is not leaving the Big East ... yet. That was a hoax.
ok, just wanted to make sure it was our other RB!
Seanzie,
Pitt to Big 10
I am sure Luv is right but Jay can you check this Pitt news out?
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Dangit! Sorry, Jay G! I'm not in the habit of posting rumors. I was just excited that PSU-Pitt would be rekindling the rivalry because I've missed it.
Never mind Jay Luv came through with the evidence
Added a quote about Dyer ... and more on Lattimore.
Big East is still one of the best Basketball conferences and I believe it is setup with that in mind after the loss of BC, Virginia Tech and Miami. It could lose 1 team and survive just fine IMO.
I trust the Chicago Tribune.
PF - BC?
ha. My fingers got in front of me with part of my post.
I agree, Eddie. The conference would stay together as a basketball conference, but the remaining FBS football programs would have to find new homes if they lose another member.
Big East is a lousy football conference anyway. they would do better to go different places.
22 minutes until the Whitaker announcement.
where would they all go? Big "10/11/12", ACC, SEC are all full. There is no respectable conference for them to go to. They would become independents if Big East football vaporized.
They aren't full per se. A conference could be larger than 12 teams. 12 is just the minimum to get the extra game.
As a matter of fact, the Big Ten is exploring more than just the addition of one team, I've heard it could be as large as 14 when all is said and done.
bro jet...
A masterpiece! Thanks for sharing.
(p.s. I really do like beer)
Question for the Board? - The Big East has a tie into the BCS, with that said, what voids the terms of their tie-in? IF they lose teams, does that affect it, or onl when it comes time to renewing the BCS contractc with the networks and Bowls?
true, but I think 12 is two to many. 14 sounds cumbersome. Remember the WAC/MWC was briefly a 16 school conference.
For those that want to watcht he Whitaker commitment press conference...
Whitaker Confrence Link
WAC in the 90s
Hawaiʻi UNLV BYU Tulsa
Fresno State Air Force Utah TCU
San Diego State Colorado State
New Mexico SMU
San José State Wyoming UTEP Rice
The WAC split into the WAC and MWC. Ironically, most of the MWC teams were original WAC members (I think, not confirmed)
Eddie with TOTAL BADNESS!!!
Scout's Mississippi analyst had Auburn as the front runner for Shon "100% committed" Coleman.
Should read "has".
Jayg-thta last quote by Luginbull is what I was describing at lunch Friday. What set the UAt runners apart from many others was YAC.I know AU stooped INgram cold, but both of those backs wold hit you hard and hardly ever went down on first contact. That is the kind of back I want AU to get. I think they did with Dyer. just my opinion though.
Whitaker to AU.
There is a huge dude with an Auburn shirt on...hoping that's Whitaker's dad.
We'll see in 5 mins.
Thanks for the link Eddie....
When he pulls out the AU hat, do you think the feed will go dead with technical difficulties?
Eddie! Making the Hotties even more unproductive!
awesome Eddie!!! Thanks!
Logan- I wouldn't put it past them.
Scott C.- Glad I can help out.
Gotta love the interwebs.
THT, I see LGG posting over there on the board of the live feed.
Is the announcement on TV?
There is a LGG Byron that posts all the time on the Rivals site. I bet that is him...with that said, could THT son be the LGG Byron on Rivals? I don't know.
We need Whitaker more than Latt.
Almost 1,200 viewers - unbelievable.
I've got a fever and the only cure is more DT!
New Thread UPZ
Hottie Ho! Yep Eddie that's me, anyone see the Whit family member wearing the Auburn shirt?
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Is it Whitaker time?
awesome Eddie!!! Thanks!
He has not made his entrance yet.
Yes...we're watching now, Jay.
1700 viewers... wow
awesome Eddie!!! Thanks!
I don't know why that posted twice...anyway...quite here since everyone's tuned in to Eddie's link.
TONS of AU fans watching that new conference right now!
Whit's family just walked by the camera all wearing AU shirts!
New thread REALLY UPZ.
Yeah this unreal...Pete trying to be funny and get people looking outside the thread.
WHitaker to AU. DOne Deal.
lol, aside from saying the University of Auburn, it went pretty well.
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