bigruss Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 01:02 PM) Maybe we'll pull Turner and make it moot (not likely). I know we lost the guy who never should have committed in the first place, but how does someone who isnt enrolling for 2 years counting as a 2014? Thats insane to me. I think Matta is trying again in 2015 to hit a HR going all out for Kennard and Bragg. While Illinois and OSU have done a good job with Bragg so far, I see him going to someplace like UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 I was thinking last night - isn't it better for these top guys NOT to go to Kentucky? I couldn't name you more than 2-3 Kentucky players the last couple of years, and he's had like 8-10 1st rounders. Watching last night I knew of Randle and the Harrison twins, but no on else even though there were more top recruits. At some point doesn't the recruiting pitch have to be why not be a big fish in a small (yet successful and national) pond instead of a small fish in a big pond? Scouts are going to find you no matter where you play. I guess I'd rather be getting the publicity of leading a team as the major star over going to a school with a bunch of other stars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (bigruss22 @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 01:12 PM) While Illinois and OSU have done a good job with Bragg so far, I see him going to someplace like UK. We are hoping both he and Kennard stay in Ohio. Both have the attention of UK, but apparently the NBA-like atmosphere and roster turned off at least Kennard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 All of our insiders think it's ILL for Cliff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigruss Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 01:19 PM) We are hoping both he and Kennard stay in Ohio. Both have the attention of UK, but apparently the NBA-like atmosphere and roster turned off at least Kennard. Bragg just seems to like the spotlight from what I've seen. NOTE: This is just from casual internet observation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 01:47 PM) All of our insiders think it's ILL for Cliff. And sounds like Okafor and Lyle to Kansas. Even with Cliff visiting Kansas, seems Self has focused on the package deal more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 08:17 PM) I was thinking last night - isn't it better for these top guys NOT to go to Kentucky? I couldn't name you more than 2-3 Kentucky players the last couple of years, and he's had like 8-10 1st rounders. Watching last night I knew of Randle and the Harrison twins, but no on else even though there were more top recruits. At some point doesn't the recruiting pitch have to be why not be a big fish in a small (yet successful and national) pond instead of a small fish in a big pond? Scouts are going to find you no matter where you play. I guess I'd rather be getting the publicity of leading a team as the major star over going to a school with a bunch of other stars. "he's had like 8-10 1st rounders" This should answer your question. This is his pitch right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 01:47 PM) All of our insiders think it's ILL for Cliff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (Brian @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 02:00 PM) And sounds like Okafor and Lyle to Kansas. Even with Cliff visiting Kansas, seems Self has focused on the package deal more. I wonder where that leaves Turner. I really thought Okafor was going to land at Duke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigruss Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 03:09 PM) I wonder where that leaves Turner. I really thought Okafor was going to land at Duke. So does 92% of the national "experts". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boogua Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 04:09 PM) I wonder where that leaves Turner. I really thought Okafor was going to land at Duke. Most people still think okafor to duke. Friday should be interesting. I'm hearing turner is interested in Texas and people on the KU board thought it was 50/50 with them and Texas. I haven't followed that recruitment, but that's what I've seen while stalking other boards for info on cliff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorStSox Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 Those rankings are only relevant to today's Signing Day. Once the Spring signing period ends, the rankings will be revised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (bigruss22 @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 03:11 PM) So does 92% of the national "experts". The crystal ball thing is hilarious sometimes. I like how those guys change their "predictions" moments before a kid announces so their record is still good. Just pick and stick with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigruss Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 03:21 PM) The crystal ball thing is hilarious sometimes. I like how those guys change their "predictions" moments before a kid announces so their record is still good. Just pick and stick with it. Yea it is ridiculous, they at least weight the amount of time you had the pick but I don't think anyone ever really looks at that stat rather than the % correct. Still, Brian must be hearing something different because that's a huge amount in favor of Duke at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Ruh roh. Taylors Rooks complete 180. She said all this time that it was KU or Illinois. She says KU is out (no shocker there), but she thinks it's DePaul. Not good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 06:11 PM) Ruh roh. Taylors Rooks complete 180. She said all this time that it was KU or Illinois. She says KU is out (no shocker there), but she thinks it's DePaul. Not good. No way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 QUOTE (RockRaines @ Nov 14, 2013 -> 01:11 AM) No way. She's the only one who knows anything. Always texting him and stuff, so we will see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigruss Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Holy s***, I didn't think he was actually going to cut them beforehand. I can't believe Depaul is scaring me but they really are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 QUOTE (bigruss22 @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 06:22 PM) Holy s***, I didn't think he was actually going to cut them beforehand. I can't believe Depaul is scaring me but they really are. DePaul would be flat out crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Okay well she changed her post now. Now its 70/30 Illinois vs DePaul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Just saw that Turner wasnt deciding until spring. Jesus thats a long ways away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 That'll be demoralizing if Cliff shuns Illinois for DePaul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 If people are going to suspect Illinois of foul play in getting a recruit like Cliff, take that times 10 for DePaul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Nov 10, 2013 -> 08:42 PM) I have this bad, bad feeling he's going to pick DePaul. And I'm going to f***ing lose my s***. THAT DOESN'T MAKE ANY SENSE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleepyWhiteSox Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 QUOTE (Jake @ Nov 13, 2013 -> 07:54 PM) If people are going to suspect Illinois of foul play in getting a recruit like Cliff, take that times 10 for DePaul HATE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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