Now on to Defense

[Music City Hog]

Huge get today with KJ jumping on board. I think Gragg eventually follows.  If so, that will make 13 commits. 9 on O, 3 on D, and a specialist.

All 3 D commits are on the DL.   Still 0 LB and 0 DB, both of which are our biggest area of need. 

Who else on Offense is still a possibility?

Gragg
Pettway
1 of those RB
1 more OL

That should do it for O right?

[LRHawg]

Yep, Need some DB's and LB's. We are off so an awesome start on this class.

[alwaysnextyear]

Need four DB's and four LB's. probably another DE and DT. One OL. Stud RB.

[Music City Hog]

Need four DB's and four LB's. probably another DE and DT. One OL. Stud RB.

Sounds about right

[jackflash]

With Shannon and Jennings recruiting Florida and Texas. We will get some LB and DB. Both will do a great job. With Jennings on staff, I already see more DB looking at Arkansas. Then I can remember in a long time.

[Speedracer]

Hopefully LB's and CB's can see what we are building on offense and that would attract them to look at Arkansas

[alwaysnextyear]

With Shannon and Jennings recruiting Florida and Texas. We will get some LB and DB. Both will do a great job. With Jennings on staff, I already see more DB looking at Arkansas. Then I can remember in a long time.

Shannon isn't known as an ace so if he's the lead it'll probably be low-mid 3 stars or diamond in the rough types.

[hawgsmellgud]

Can anyone list some of the defensive guys we have a shot at?

[Bubba's Bruisers]

Huge get today with KJ jumping on board. I think Gragg eventually follows.  If so, that will make 13 commits. 9 on O, 3 on D, and a specialist.

All 3 D commits are on the DL.   Still 0 LB and 0 DB, both of which are our biggest area of need. 

Who else on Offense is still a possibility?

Gragg
Pettway
1 of those RB
1 more OL

That should do it for O right?

I think 1 more on OL assuming we get the kid who couldn't get into NC.  If not, then I'm thinking 2 more OL.  After that, luck into Ledbetter at DE, then all back 7 players...Walker, Graham, Williams, Dinson, Johnson, Sotolongo, etc...

[Richard_white]

Can anyone list some of the defensive guys we have a shot at?

Derrick Graham
Kylan Johnson
Kendrick Jackson we still have a shot. He wants to come on an official.
Ryan Newsome
Jeremiah Leddbetter
Antonyo Sotolongo
Reggie Walker

[Huckleberry Pig]

Need four DB's and four LB's. probably another DE and DT. One OL. Stud RB.

yessir

[Music City Hog]

I know people on here often dislike my opinions but I'll always be realistic and tell if like it is. Having said that, I LOVE the start of this recruiting class, especially offensively.  I hear people say we can't play the Bama/LSU game because we can't recruit like Bama and LSU. While I agree with that overall, we are absolutely recruiting with them on offense.

Our QBs have elite offers
Our OL have elite offers
Our TEs have elite offers
RB will never be a problem
We need help at WR but are slowly getting better.


I truly believe our offense will be very, very good in the next couple of years and I don't throw around homerist opinions. 


The defense however?  Meh,   Let's wait and see.

I do love the start this year and think we are slowly building a great foundation.

[fortsmithokie]

Derrick Graham
Kylan Johnson
Kendrick Jackson we still have a shot. He wants to come on an official.
Ryan Newsome
Jeremiah Leddbetter
Antonyo Sotolongo
Reggie Walker

Newsome is a WR

[alwaysnextyear]

I know people on here often dislike my opinions but I'll always be realistic and tell if like it is. Having said that, I LOVE the start of this recruiting class, especially offensively.  I hear people say we can't play the Bama/LSU game because we can't recruit like Bama and LSU. While I agree with that overall, we are absolutely recruiting with them on offense.

Our QBs have elite offers
Our OL have elite offers
Our TEs have elite offers
RB will never be a problem
We need help at WR but are slowly getting better.


I truly believe our offense will be very, very good in the next couple of years and I don't throw around homerist opinions. 


The defense however?  Meh,   Let's wait and see.

I do love the start this year and think we are slowly building a great foundation.

Defensive recruiting got a little better last year. We have three good ones committed so far. Need to have a high hit rate in the back 7. From the sound of things, we're probably going to hit on Anthony Brown, Ramsey, Hackett, Eugene, Liddell, Floyd, Ramirez, and Toliver. Will have to see ab Watts and Hall in a couple years. 8 solid contributors on D in every class and we will be in better shape than we've ever been.

[ricepig]

Defensive recruiting got a little better last year. We have three good ones committed so far. Need to have a high hit rate in the back 7. From the sound of things, we're probably going to hit on Anthony Brown, Ramsey, Hackett, Eugene, Liddell, Floyd, Ramirez, and Toliver. Will have to see ab Watts and Hall in a couple years. 8 solid contributors on D in every class and we will be in better shape than we've ever been.

We'll know in a few weeks if they are solid contributors, maybe even as early as Saturday. If we keep bringing in talent that is ready to play, we can only get better.

[Richard_white]

Newsome is a WR

My bad. That's what happens when I use my brain. 

[jackflash]

I am on board with any recruit Shannon wants out of Florida. Star rating doesn't matter to me.

[Oklahawg]

Shannon isn't known as an ace so if he's the lead it'll probably be low-mid 3 stars or diamond in the rough types.

Baked much? Shannon is a fantastic recruiter.

[Oklahawg]

I expect 3 RBs in this class.

[TX HOG]

Baked much? Shannon is a fantastic recruiter.

He's not bringing in top lbs. I've been a bit surprised on the lack of top lbs. I love Shannon and think he's a great asset to our program though.

[GrizzlyRider07]

What about that safety put of Texas I forgot his name but he was suppose to commit earlier this month but ended up pushing it back.

[lefty08]

Derrick Graham
Kylan Johnson
Kendrick Jackson we still have a shot. He wants to come on an official.
Ryan Newsome
Jeremiah Leddbetter
Antonyo Sotolongo
Reggie Walker

dont forget about jaylin barnett, down to us and OU

[Bubba's Bruisers]

dont forget about jaylin barnett, down to us and OU

I think he was attempting to limit his list to defensive recruits.

[FBREW000]

He's not bringing in top lbs. I've been a bit surprised on the lack of top lbs. I love Shannon and think he's a great asset to our program though.

Only one problems with this.. States with the talent level such as Florida only have a small percentage of kids allowed to be 5*, 4* etc...and there is a lot of elite talent in FL on D!  Keep this in mine, they may not be rated as a 5* but move that kid to AR and they might very well be at least a 4*...

Anywho...

[Bubba's Bruisers]

Only one problems with this.. States with the talent level such as Florida only have a small percentage of kids allowed to be 5*, 4* etc...and there is a lot of elite talent in FL on D!  Keep this in mine, they may not be rated as a 5* but move that kid to AR and they might very well be at least a 4*...

Anywho...

The offer sheet tells the tail, not the stars.

[Melorock089]

Bell is expected to play at D-end by the way.

[Styflin]

I think we go after

OL - 2
RB - 2
WR - 1
TE - 1

DB - 4
LB - 2
DL - 2

[Bubba's Bruisers]

I think we go after

OL - 2
RB - 2
WR - 1
TE - 1

DB - 4
LB - 2
DL - 2

Probably about right, but I'd reduce the DL to 1 and add 1 to LB.  And if we get Josh Allen, then I'd reduce the OL to 1 and add 1 back to the best defensive player we can get...especially to the back 7.

[WBC Hog]

I expect 3 RBs in this class.

This.  As of right now, I'd venture to say Gallaspy and Higdon.

Also, don't forget about CB DeShawn Raymond. Legit CB from Texas who RD has been hyping up a lot here lately.

I like our odds with LB Jordon Williams, LB Reggie Walker, and S Kylan Johnson too.

[OneTuskOverTheLine™]

Need four DB's and four LB's. probably another DE and DT. One OL. Stud RB.

CBB found a mega underrated 3* that will be a household name in two years..

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1795303/highlights/160653382

Looks to be "Barry Sanders" slippery..!

[blu]

Wow he does look good - nice find.

[alwaysnextyear]

Baked much? Shannon is a fantastic recruiter.

Define fantastic. Because the recruiting went down when he took over at the U. Talk to fans of opposing schools. He's not known as an ace and that's just a fact. He will bring in the Floyd's and Ramsey's and that's okay. But we're not going to sign a lot of guys the big three really want. And we're not going to go OOS and sign 4 star LB's or higher.

[Hoggish1]

He's not bringing in top lbs. I've been a bit surprised on the lack of top lbs. I love Shannon and think he's a great asset to our program though.

The thing about linebackers is the guys who really can play don't always have the most stars.  There are many other factors to consider.

My ego loves me some 5* but the coaches are doing a more comprehensive thing in the long run for the good of the program.

[TX HOG]

The thing about linebackers is the guys who really can play don't always have the most stars.  There are many other factors to consider.

My ego loves me some 5* but the coaches are doing a more comprehensive thing in the long run for the good of the program.

I'm not worried about stars with the staff. I am worried about who we want and offer. I just have a feeling that we are having to dig deeper and offer linebackers. It doesn't feel like we're getting very many of our top choices. I may be wrong...

[TX HOG]

We need some Alabama type linebackers

[onebadrubi]

Define fantastic. Because the recruiting went down when he took over at the U. Talk to fans of opposing schools. He's not known as an ace and that's just a fact. He will bring in the Floyd's and Ramsey's and that's okay. But we're not going to sign a lot of guys the big three really want. And we're not going to go OOS and sign 4 star LB's or higher.

If Shannon can bring in 2 Floyd's and 2 Ramsey's a year then that would be real nice!!  Ramsey will be a very nice back 7 player for us! 

[fakebobholt]

The thing about linebackers is the guys who really can play don't always have the most stars.  There are many other factors to consider.

My ego loves me some 5* but the coaches are doing a more comprehensive thing in the long run for the good of the program.

I have trouble understanding this line of thinking. So a player that is a hidden stud isnt noticed by any other of the top 50 teams but we see the sparkle in his eye and can build these lessor athletes into awesome talent. How did the rest of the country not notice them. Basically saying we will coach up kids means this is all we can get and we hope they improve. We need a stud qb and a better than average D to be competitive.

[BrokenArrowHogs]

The coaches picked up some help in the secondary last year, and hopefully can add a few more potential difference makers this year at the CB and S spots.  BUT, we still are way too thin at LB talent-wise.  I think they have grabbed a few the past two years, but we really need several good LB classes to get the talent where it needs to be.  I know they are very aware and working hard to address. 

I have been surprised more LB prospects haven't run as fast as they could to play for Randy Shannon.  Maybe it is just me, but I would have thought more top LB prospects would have jumped at that chance given his track record and history. 

[Amityvillehogger]

We need some Alabama type linebackers

Everyone does. There isn't many of them.

[Oklahawg]

He's not bringing in top lbs. I've been a bit surprised on the lack of top lbs. I love Shannon and think he's a great asset to our program though.

Wait until you see the current FR LB. Reports from within the program are they are exceeding expectations.

[Bubba's Bruisers]

If Shannon can bring in 2 Floyd's and 2 Ramsey's a year then that would be real nice!!  Ramsey will be a very nice back 7 player for us! 

I've heard a lot about Ramsey, but almost nothing on Floyd.

[Muskliketusk]

dont forget about jaylin barnett, down to us and OU

Barnett is committing on the 19th when he visits. Book it. Gonna get that Warbikoko kid from OK too and that DB Sutherland. Gooners gonna be cry when we take their top guys. We already beat then head to head on Cantrell. They came begging after he called the Hogs and Austin told them to kick rocks. The Spiro kid will call the Hogs too if we decide to offer. Gotta pursue some bigger fish first. WPS

[online-with-swine]

Barnett is committing on the 19th when he visits. Book it. Gonna get that Warbikoko kid from OK too and that DB Sutherland. Gooners gonna be cry when we take their top guys. We already beat then head to head on Cantrell. They came begging after he called the Hogs and Austin told them to kick rocks. The Spiro kid will call the Hogs too if we decide to offer. Gotta pursue some bigger fish first. WPS

I hope you are right.

[alwaysnextyear]

Barnett is committing on the 19th when he visits. Book it. Gonna get that Warbikoko kid from OK too and that DB Sutherland. Gooners gonna be cry when we take their top guys. We already beat then head to head on Cantrell. They came begging after he called the Hogs and Austin told them to kick rocks. The Spiro kid will call the Hogs too if we decide to offer. Gotta pursue some bigger fish first. WPS

Wariboko eliminated Arkansas.

[Muskliketusk]

Pittman, aka the best OL coach in the country, is still on Wariboko sorry for the spelling earlier. The Sooner trash is trying to get back in it, but I feel he calls the Hogs. The West coast schools is gonna fill up and Sam won't quit. Were gonna have the best OL class around.

[alwaysnextyear]

Pittman, aka the best OL coach in the country, is still on Wariboko sorry for the spelling earlier. The Sooner trash is trying to get back in it, but I feel he calls the Hogs. The West coast schools is gonna fill up and Sam won't quit. Were gonna have the best OL class around.

Wariboko has eliminated Arkansas. Not sure why that's hard to comprehend. We didn't make the top 10.

[Muskliketusk]

Glad coach B and the boys don't quit so easily. Arkansas ain't giving up on his little bro or Josh. Both will call the Hogs.

[alwaysnextyear]

Glad coach B and the boys don't quit so easily. Arkansas ain't giving up on his little bro or Josh. Both will call the Hogs.

We haven't offered the brother. You're either Rick Schaeffer or a troll.

[Muskliketusk]

Arkansas ain't offered a lot of kids for 16 yet and guess what? More 15 offers will go out too. Max is plenty good and I'll serve that crow up nice and hot when he gets a offer. I know Josh loved it on the hill. Just gotta keep on em.

[ldfergu]

Really hope we add another OL or two and the rest are Defensive recruits.