Kurtastrophe
Respects the "Process"
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In response to 99gator:
We are in position to win significantly in 2012. IF we can do that, emphasize the IF, recruiting will sky-rocket in Knoxville.
When UT is winning, the place is a recruiting juggernaut. It's hard to do that coming off of 18 wins in 3 years.
in addition, jacobs, autry and patterson are juco guys. while it's great to get quality players whenever you can, i don't think it's an overall good to have the top talent in the class be from the juco ranks.
It's good when you are trying to completely change the game with an SEC championship into 2012. This will be the last year Dooley goes after so many Jucos, I think.
That plays into my double post from a second ago. These JUCOs will come in and be major contributors in 2012, which could be a special season in Knoxville.
The things that hurt Tennessee in recruiting are:
1) Dooley's unproven record as a coach
2) The lack of exposure due to a lack of success
We recruit successfully nationally when the brand is recognized nationally. Right now, we aren't at that level. That's part of the reason why a lot of kids are blown away when they visit Knox. They are actually surprised by what is here.
I know I will get blasted for this, but I am now about 90% confident DJ announces for Florida on Friday. Came upon some information from someone I trust implicitly on this subject, and as stated, there is a reason Florida beat writers are going to the announcement.
Only reason I don't say 100% is because nothing is certain except death and taxes. I'll take the ridicule if I am wrong.
I know I will get blasted for this, but I am now about 90% confident DJ announces for Florida on Friday. Came upon some information from someone I trust implicitly on this subject, and as stated, there is a reason Florida beat writers are going to the announcement.
Only reason I don't say 100% is because nothing is certain except death and taxes. I'll take the ridicule if I am wrong.
