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RB Transfer Sampson James to Purdue

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5 minutes ago, WayneFleekHoosier said:

Geez.  That’s a lowblow move.  Let’s see who wins out. 

I guess Ball St didnt want him….in all seriousness, if a kid expects to start as a freshman/sophomore after putting in zero work and showing mediocre ability, Purdue is a perfect fit for you

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5 minutes ago, KzooHoosier82 said:

I guess Ball St didnt want him….in all seriousness, if a kid expects to start as a freshman/sophomore after putting in zero work and showing mediocre ability, Purdue is a perfect fit for you

Curious, and I have no idea, but….Did James really have a reputation for “putting in zero work”? Not disputing you but I had not heard that before. If true that would explain a lot as to why he did not pan out.

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17 minutes ago, DChoosier said:

Curious, and I have no idea, but….Did James really have a reputation for “putting in zero work”? Not disputing you but I had not heard that before. If true that would explain a lot as to why he did not pan out.

No. He did not have that reputation. Hard worker, smart kid. 

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1 hour ago, DChoosier said:

Curious, and I have no idea, but….Did James really have a reputation for “putting in zero work”? Not disputing you but I had not heard that before. If true that would explain a lot as to why he did not pan out.

Same with what Chris said…he didn’t not try in practice from what I heard but also didn’t go the extra mile which is absolutely required of any kid who wants to start for a team as good IU as an underclassmen. My comment was more centered around the fact that he hasn’t paid his dues yet to have this kind of mindset. Some 5 star kids have to wait 3-4 years to play at major programs. 

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2 hours ago, KzooHoosier82 said:

Same with what Chris said…he didn’t not try in practice from what I heard but also didn’t go the extra mile which is absolutely required of any kid who wants to start for a team as good IU as an underclassmen. My comment was more centered around the fact that he hasn’t paid his dues yet to have this kind of mindset. Some 5 star kids have to wait 3-4 years to play at major programs. 

Lucky for Sampson he is going to a minor program. :) 

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2 hours ago, KzooHoosier82 said:

Same with what Chris said…he didn’t not try in practice from what I heard but also didn’t go the extra mile which is absolutely required of any kid who wants to start for a team as good IU as an underclassmen. My comment was more centered around the fact that he hasn’t paid his dues yet to have this kind of mindset. Some 5 star kids have to wait 3-4 years to play at major programs. 

That was a weird thing to read…but I momentarily forgot that it’s true! 

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I never want to criticize kids, but everything has to be earned at every level. Entitlement, and I have no information about that, will never make you popular with your teammates. The best kids need to be the hardest workers. That's how a program is built.

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51 minutes ago, Hooserfan1901 said:

Seems like he took his playbook with him, saw confirmation from a good guy on HSN

Classy move Sampson....but minimal impact, Purdon't will have the whole season of game film by then anyway. 

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It's a shame as I thought he had un-tapped potential. I was hoping to see with another year of maturity how he would progress this year. (wishful thinking but holding hope) I know he had previously considered leaving IU but came back on board. I think those folks indicating he was moving down the depth chart, or at a minimum likely to see less and less action, are likely correct. Normally I'd wish him well, but going to Purdue.... Additionally, if the above rumors about leaving with our info are accurate, then my feelings are even more unfavorable. If you're unhappy leave but don't try to screw your old team mates (if true). Yeah, bad decisions young man.

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On 8/13/2021 at 11:24 PM, Hardwood83 said:

Classy move Sampson....but minimal impact, Purdon't will have the whole season of game film by then anyway. 

You've seen Purdoo's coaching.  Do you really think they get anything good out of game film?

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