IU Football 2017 Recruiting Class

[akhosrof]

Roundtree to Illinois is official.


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[lucel15]

At least we aren't MSU lol


http://usatodayhss.com/2017/michigan-state-commit-donovan-winter-wont-sign-wednesday-because-hes-in-jail



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[HoosierAloha]

At least we aren't MSU lol


http://usatodayhss.com/2017/michigan-state-commit-donovan-winter-wont-sign-wednesday-because-hes-in-jail



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You don't get one fax from jail?

[ccgeneral]

Dang! I forgot @FakeCoachAllen this morning. That dude is great.

[Walking Boot of Doom]

So no surprise signings yet?


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[WayneFleekHoosier]

IU class ranked 13/14 in B1G

Purdue 14/14


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[lucel15]

Question where's David felton


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[Hovadipo]

IU class ranked 13/14 in B1G

Purdue 14/14


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Seems crazy with all the optimism around this class. I think there are some hidden gems in it though, so I'm not worried. Football recruiting rankings seem even more of a crapshoot than basketball. (Which makes sense)


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[BtownBanner6]

IU class ranked 13/14 in B1G

Purdue 14/14


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I'm seeing us ranked higher then Minny.

[ThompsonHoosier]

We were ranked 61 nationally by 247, 56 by Scout, and 65 by Rivals. This is our lowest ranking from 247 Sports since the 2010 class. I'm not too worried though, I feel like this class will surprise some people when it's all said and done. Like coach Allen mentioned yesterday, the people ranking these kids in most cases have never coached and some kids don't get as much exposure as others. The class that produced Feeney, Spriggs, and Coleman was ranked 71 by Rivals. I think the class definitely addresses areas of need for the team and they all seem to be the type of kids we want representing IU.

From an article I read: “I think there’s a lot of speed in this class,” said Steve Wiltfong, 247 Sports’ recruiting insider. “I think they’ve added some defensive linemen with some high upside. You look at the interior of the defensive line and Juan Harris and LeShaun Minor, if they can get it out of them, those are two interior guys that can be really good in the Big Ten. I think they got some high upside offensive linemen. Now, we’ll see who coaches them with coach (Greg) Frey gone. I also thought they got more athletic at linebacker and in the secondary.”

[ccgeneral]

 

[Class of '66 Old Fart]

A really remarkable day when you consider the sudden departure of Wilson and then the departure of Frey to Michigan.  Kids we'd been recruiting hung with us with just 1 or 2 exceptions.

[lucel15]

Just was wondering who you all thought would be good freshman impact players. 

My top 5 yes I think we have that and probably more. 

1. Ladamion Hunt (DB). Reminds me of Marcelino. Big DB has a lot of athleticism. Will make an impact and I think be a better cover husky. 

2. Morgan Ellison (RB). People are talking about RB a lot and I think Morgan steps up. We have a lot of numbers and bodies at RB. But I think this kid turns heads. Reminds me of a young Tevin. Remember this kid had one of the highest ratings at a Nike camp all year in the nation  

3. Juan Harris (DT). Kid was highly rated in some places Early year enrollee. Coaches said he needed to be patient and learn. I think he will. He is also stronger than an ox supposedly. I think he matures quickly and fills in the void. Reminds me of a Ralph Green. Wants to contribute early.  

4. Peyton whitehead (punter). Yes our punter from last year can run a 4.40 forty, but he was very inconsistent. From what I saw in spring game... Yes it wasn't full go, but Peyton has a huge leg. A huge leg. (I believe he is a sophomore) but a newcomer, hello new Tyson Beatty lol  

5. Mike McGinnis (LB). Will fill the role of Marcus Oliver. He made some bad reads. But this kid reminds me of Kyle Killion from back in the day. Hard nosed Lb. Goes where the ball is and will take on a lineman. 

 

Yes we return a lot on the defensive side but I think a lot will contribute on that side of the ball as youngsters. 

Honorable Mention-

Nick Tronti (QB)- I love everything about this kid. Hard worker, playbook smart, athletic. I don't think he really plays this year, will use redshirt. But will be key in practices. Reminds me of Tebow. There is a reason he was Mr. football in Florida. Also the reason not highly ranked was because the kid took the summer and spring to learn his playbook and study hard. It helped in long run. Watch out for this kid in the coming years. 

Whop Philyor (WR)- look for him to possibly be in return game as well as his Hs teammate (Juwan Burgess). Both have the speed and athleticism, the reason I will not really add juwan is because I'm not sure where they will play him  

lastly I'll add Bryant Fitzgerald(ATH)- only because I wish him well as a former oriole, I think he will play more defense in college than offense, but he wants to be the next peppers, I think he is athletic enough and has proven it on both sides of the ball

 

thats all 

 

Luce is out 

 

[Crimson and Cream]

31 minutes ago, lucel15 said:

Just was wondering who you all thought would be good freshman impact players. 

My top 5 yes I think we have that and probably more. 

1. Ladamion Hunt (DB). Reminds me of Marcelino. Big DB has a lot of athleticism. Will make an impact and I think be a better cover husky. 

2. Morgan Ellison (RB). People are talking about RB a lot and I think Morgan steps up. We have a lot of numbers and bodies at RB. But I think this kid turns heads. Reminds me of a young Tevin. Remember this kid had one of the highest ratings at a Nike camp all year in the nation  

3. Juan Harris (DT). Kid was highly rated in some places Early year enrollee. Coaches said he needed to be patient and learn. I think he will. He is also stronger than an ox supposedly. I think he matures quickly and fills in the void. Reminds me of a Ralph Green. Wants to contribute early.  

4. Peyton whitehead (punter). Yes our punter from last year can run a 4.40 forty, but he was very inconsistent. From what I saw in spring game... Yes it wasn't full go, but Peyton has a huge leg. A huge leg. (I believe he is a sophomore) but a newcomer, hello new Tyson Beatty lol  

5. Mike McGinnis (LB). Will fill the role of Marcus Oliver. He made some bad reads. But this kid reminds me of Kyle Killion from back in the day. Hard nosed Lb. Goes where the ball is and will take on a lineman. 

 

Yes we return a lot on the defensive side but I think a lot will contribute on that side of the ball as youngsters. 

Honorable Mention-

Nick Tronti (QB)- I love everything about this kid. Hard worker, playbook smart, athletic. I don't think he really plays this year, will use redshirt. But will be key in practices. Reminds me of Tebow. There is a reason he was Mr. football in Florida. Also the reason not highly ranked was because the kid took the summer and spring to learn his playbook and study hard. It helped in long run. Watch out for this kid in the coming years. 

Whop Philyor (WR)- look for him to possibly be in return game as well as his Hs teammate (Juwan Burgess). Both have the speed and athleticism, the reason I will not really add juwan is because I'm not sure where they will play him  

lastly I'll add Bryant Fitzgerald(ATH)- only because I wish him well as a former oriole, I think he will play more defense in college than offense, but he wants to be the next peppers, I think he is athletic enough and has proven it on both sides of the ball

 

thats all 

 

Luce is out 

 

Appreciate the insight

[lucel15]

Ellison big RB. Love it 

Brit Beery. Hope he keeps speed and is edge rusher. Huge. Love it 

Caleb Jone. Big boy. May need to lose some lbs but reminds me of mr camiel 

[drewheck]

Just was wondering who you all thought would be good freshman impact players. 
My top 5 yes I think we have that and probably more. 
1. Ladamion Hunt (DB). Reminds me of Marcelino. Big DB has a lot of athleticism. Will make an impact and I think be a better cover husky. 
2. Morgan Ellison (RB). People are talking about RB a lot and I think Morgan steps up. We have a lot of numbers and bodies at RB. But I think this kid turns heads. Reminds me of a young Tevin. Remember this kid had one of the highest ratings at a Nike camp all year in the nation  
3. Juan Harris (DT). Kid was highly rated in some places Early year enrollee. Coaches said he needed to be patient and learn. I think he will. He is also stronger than an ox supposedly. I think he matures quickly and fills in the void. Reminds me of a Ralph Green. Wants to contribute early.  
4. Peyton whitehead (punter). Yes our punter from last year can run a 4.40 forty, but he was very inconsistent. From what I saw in spring game... Yes it wasn't full go, but Peyton has a huge leg. A huge leg. (I believe he is a sophomore) but a newcomer, hello new Tyson Beatty lol  
5. Mike McGinnis (LB). Will fill the role of Marcus Oliver. He made some bad reads. But this kid reminds me of Kyle Killion from back in the day. Hard nosed Lb. Goes where the ball is and will take on a lineman. 
 
Yes we return a lot on the defensive side but I think a lot will contribute on that side of the ball as youngsters. 
Honorable Mention-
Nick Tronti (QB)- I love everything about this kid. Hard worker, playbook smart, athletic. I don't think he really plays this year, will use redshirt. But will be key in practices. Reminds me of Tebow. There is a reason he was Mr. football in Florida. Also the reason not highly ranked was because the kid took the summer and spring to learn his playbook and study hard. It helped in long run. Watch out for this kid in the coming years. 
Whop Philyor (WR)- look for him to possibly be in return game as well as his Hs teammate (Juwan Burgess). Both have the speed and athleticism, the reason I will not really add juwan is because I'm not sure where they will play him  
lastly I'll add Bryant Fitzgerald(ATH)- only because I wish him well as a former oriole, I think he will play more defense in college than offense, but he wants to be the next peppers, I think he is athletic enough and has proven it on both sides of the ball
 
thats all 
 
Luce is out 
 

Haydon whitehead will be a great punter i think leshaun minor will make an immediate impact so will juan harris

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[Dalton26]

I'm extremely excited for Ellison, there's just something about that kid I like.


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[lucel15]

I don't subscribe. But at the bottom you will see we are in the running for a late addition to 2017 class, a DL from juco

[Crimson and Cream]

Interesting, that's definitely an area we could use help at

[ThompsonHoosier]

1 hour ago, Crimson and Cream said:

Interesting, that's definitely an area we could use help at

Coming from JUCO, he may be able to find playing time right away. Anyone know who the recruit is?