The 2018 Recruiting Thread

[DomeHawk]

I know you guys have talked about this a bit but I'm really hoping to close out the class by stealing Tuli Letuligasenoa from USC. He's a perfect fit here with the departure of Vita Vea and there's a logjam at his position at USC.

This would make 21 commits, I have heard that we might take another depending on who's available but Petersen likes to recruit 17-20 recruits each year to keep his classes balanced.

https://thehuskyhaul.com/2018/01/27/rec ... ball-team/

Uw also has Jeremiah Martin visiting this weekend. He’s a pass rushing specialist that I really like. He was kind of a late bloomer so hasn’t got a ton of attention until recently. He had something insane like 30 sacks this season (I can’t remember the exact number but it was in that range.) Hes going to be choosing between Texas A&M, usc, Washington and Oregon.

30 sacks! Wow!

You can just see the opposing team's OC pulling his hair out.

 

[chris98251]

I know you guys have talked about this a bit but I'm really hoping to close out the class by stealing Tuli Letuligasenoa from USC. He's a perfect fit here with the departure of Vita Vea and there's a logjam at his position at USC.

This would make 21 commits, I have heard that we might take another depending on who's available but Petersen likes to recruit 17-20 recruits each year to keep his classes balanced.

https://thehuskyhaul.com/2018/01/27/rec ... ball-team/

Uw also has Jeremiah Martin visiting this weekend. He’s a pass rushing specialist that I really like. He was kind of a late bloomer so hasn’t got a ton of attention until recently. He had something insane like 30 sacks this season (I can’t remember the exact number but it was in that range.) Hes going to be choosing between Texas A&M, usc, Washington and Oregon.

30 sacks! Wow!

You can just see the opposing team's OC pulling his hair out.

Was he playing against the Seahawks all season?

 

[JSeahawks]

I know you guys have talked about this a bit but I'm really hoping to close out the class by stealing Tuli Letuligasenoa from USC. He's a perfect fit here with the departure of Vita Vea and there's a logjam at his position at USC.

This would make 21 commits, I have heard that we might take another depending on who's available but Petersen likes to recruit 17-20 recruits each year to keep his classes balanced.

https://thehuskyhaul.com/2018/01/27/rec ... ball-team/

Uw also has Jeremiah Martin visiting this weekend. He’s a pass rushing specialist that I really like. He was kind of a late bloomer so hasn’t got a ton of attention until recently. He had something insane like 30 sacks this season (I can’t remember the exact number but it was in that range.) Hes going to be choosing between Texas A&M, usc, Washington and Oregon.

30 sacks! Wow!

You can just see the opposing team's OC pulling his hair out.

I found the stats: 30.5 sacks, 47 tackles for loss, 89 total tackles as a defensive end. Senior season highlights:


https://www.hudl.com/video/3/7457680/58 ... 25907bd2d7

 

[hawkman]

I know you guys have talked about this a bit but I'm really hoping to close out the class by stealing Tuli Letuligasenoa from USC. He's a perfect fit here with the departure of Vita Vea and there's a logjam at his position at USC.

This would make 21 commits, I have heard that we might take another depending on who's available but Petersen likes to recruit 17-20 recruits each year to keep his classes balanced.

https://thehuskyhaul.com/2018/01/27/rec ... ball-team/

Uw also has Jeremiah Martin visiting this weekend. He’s a pass rushing specialist that I really like. He was kind of a late bloomer so hasn’t got a ton of attention until recently. He had something insane like 30 sacks this season (I can’t remember the exact number but it was in that range.) Hes going to be choosing between Texas A&M, usc, Washington and Oregon.

There's no buzz or even talk about him on any SC sites. That Cardinal & Gold hat will likely be on the table for window dressing.

He is most likely headed to A&M I believe with UW having a chance. USC is probably in better position than Oregon for him, but very slim for either.

 

[hawkman]

I just read Oregon has put out 271 offers as of today in this recruiting cycle. That’s pathetic and speaks volumes about how poor the coaching staff is. They are not taking the time to be sure the guys they offer are a good fit for the program. Just for comparison UW has made just over 80 offers I believe and have more kids signed than Oregon. Very good chance next year OU will be on its 4th head coach in as many years.

 

[JSeahawks]

I just read Oregon has put out 271 offers as of today in this recruiting cycle. That’s pathetic and speaks volumes about how poor the coaching staff is. They are not taking the time to be sure the guys they offer are a good fit for the program. Just for comparison UW has made just over 80 offers I believe and have more kids signed than Oregon. Very good chance next year OU will be on its 4th head coach in as many years.

Alabama has 277 offers out. I suppose Saban sucks and is about to get fired too huh?

https://247sports.com/college/alabama/S ... all/Offers

Georgia has offered 295. Their coaching staff must REALLY suck!

https://scout.com/college/georgia/Seaso ... all/Offers

You know, you can pump up your Huskies without dissing the Ducks with every post. Especially when its completely silly. Not all offers are the same. A vast majority of those offers are backup options and non-commitable.

 

[Uncle Si]

If this thread is about the "kids" then keep it about them and where they go.

You want to start on thread on actual recruiting tactics, or how these schools use the kid athletes to make millions of dollars then start that thread and keep the discussion there.

Off topic posts will be removed with warnings from here out.

 

[hawkman]

I think he’s not athletic enough to be a linebacker, not big enough to be a d’linemen. Plus I’ve heard some things about his competitiveness from guys who have coached against him.

Just my opinion.

There were I think 9 4 stars in Oregon this year, huganga (usc), Lenzy (Notre Dame) and Cota (UCLA) were the only ones I liked. The majority of Oregon high school players are overrated because they play crap competition, in my opinion. Including the ones signing with Oregon.

This was an absolute freak show of a year for football players from Oregon. 5 to 6 of them will be in the NFL in five years.

 

[Anajimmc]

Word is Devon Williams is taking a surprise "unofficial" visit to SC tonight. If he wasn't going, he would have just made a phone call. I'm betting he was USC, tripped to Oregon last week and they made a good impression, but his heart is at SC and he wants to confirm his choice.

 

[DomeHawk]

Word is Devon Williams is taking a surprise "unofficial" visit to SC tonight. If he wasn't going, he would have just made a phone call. I'm betting he was USC, tripped to Oregon last week and they made a good impression, but his heart is at SC and he wants to confirm his choice.

I'm guessing there is going to be some surprises come Edit: Wednesday, (for some reason I have the 5th stuck in my mind) anyone who has unsigned recruits can't be completely comfortable. Should be interesting.

 

[Anajimmc]

Word is Devon Williams is taking a surprise "unofficial" visit to SC tonight. If he wasn't going, he would have just made a phone call. I'm betting he was USC, tripped to Oregon last week and they made a good impression, but his heart is at SC and he wants to confirm his choice.

I'm guessing there is going to be some surprises come Monday, anyone who has unsigned recruits can't be completely comfortable. Should be interesting.

Signing day is Wednesday. I doubt there will be any commitments before then. Look for "surprise visits and late offers" as a sign that someone is making a late or change in decision. Generally speaking the coaches know where the kids are going, but if there's a late change there's usually a late scramble.

 

[JSeahawks]

[tweet]https://twitter.com/2eraa/status/959989243207544832[/tweet]

So the whole thing started because of a snap chat with the location at a hotel right near USC. I guess We'll all find out together on Wednesday.

On one hand, i'd be surprised if he chooses USC because he's been a strong Oregon lean for the last 9 months. Plus he has some childhood friends (Nick Pickett, Thomas Graham and Deommodore Lenoir) on the Ducks.

On the other hand, I wouldnt be surprised if he ends up at USC because A. He's a So Cal kid. B. It's USC. We Duck fans have seen this story before, as recently as last year when Josh Falo was a long time Oregon lean and then USC swooped in at the end.

 

[hawkman]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

 

[JSeahawks]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

For sure, if they dont it will only because they arent taking a huge class. They'll definitely be top 5 in average recruit ranking though.

 

[Anajimmc]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

The hang up will be quantity. As it stands now, 18, could be as many as 20, as there are rumors of transfers/medical retirements. If they close out as expected their average star rating will be redonckulous. In fact right now their average star rating puts them at #1 or #2 nationally.

 

[JSeahawks]

He hasnt publicly commited yet but it sounds like the kid from Seattle, Tre'shaun Harrison, is going to follow Willie Taggart to Florida State. Kid is a total stud. One of my favorite players in this whole class.

 

[hawkman]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

The hang up will be quantity. As it stands now, 18, could be as many as 20, as there are rumors of transfers/medical retirements. If they close out as expected their average star rating will be redonckulous. In fact right now their average star rating puts them at #1 or #2 nationally.

The table is set for UW next season. With all the guys returning we are in win now mode, and hope it takes some time for USC to break in a new QB. Because you guys are going to be very hard to beat going forward. I think even for USC standards recruiting is better than usual. And there is coaching staff in place to use that talent.

 

[Anajimmc]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

The hang up will be quantity. As it stands now, 18, could be as many as 20, as there are rumors of transfers/medical retirements. If they close out as expected their average star rating will be redonckulous. In fact right now their average star rating puts them at #1 or #2 nationally.

The table is set for UW next season. With all the guys returning we are in win now mode, and hope it takes some time for USC to break in a new QB. Because you guys are going to be very hard to beat going forward. I think even for USC standards recruiting is better than usual. And there is coaching staff in place to use that talent.

Peterson with the ability to recruit at a school like UW is formidable. I think for years to come the PAC will be between SC & UW with another program rotating in to challenge from year to year. The O-line gelling will be the key to SC's offense, any of the 3 QB's will be fine.

 

[DomeHawk]

USC’s class is rated at #12 right now I believe. That will change next week. Would not be surprised at all if they finish in the top 5.

The hang up will be quantity. As it stands now, 18, could be as many as 20, as there are rumors of transfers/medical retirements. If they close out as expected their average star rating will be redonckulous. In fact right now their average star rating puts them at #1 or #2 nationally.

The table is set for UW next season. With all the guys returning we are in win now mode, and hope it takes some time for USC to break in a new QB. Because you guys are going to be very hard to beat going forward. I think even for USC standards recruiting is better than usual. And there is coaching staff in place to use that talent.

Peterson with the ability to recruit at a school like UW is formidable. I think for years to come the PAC will be between SC & UW with another program rotating in to challenge from year to year. The O-line gelling will be the key to SC's offense, any of the 3 QB's will be fine.

UW is returning a lot of players and that is why they have been picked to win the Pac-12 this year. I think the whole thing is going to boil down to receiver play. We need at least one of those tall 4-star WR recruits to come in and make an immediate impact.

UW had a reputation at one time as a TE factory, look for more targets to this position this year.

 

[JSeahawks]

If I were a Husky fan I think the thing I would be worried about most is d'line depth. Especially on the inside. It looks to me like if Greg Gaines goes down they are in a world of trouble. I gotta wonder even how effective he's going to be without Vea commanding so much attention.

If Chico McClatcher comes back to full strength (what was his injury?) and if Ty Jones can be as good as I think he'll be, the receiving core should at least be good enough to keep defenses honest and let Gaskin do his thing.