Duffy Daugherty Forum

The good news is that a breakthrough of sorts was made with Wilcher in regards to due process. We're not competing on a level playing field for the Cass Tech kids, but getting them on campus is a start. If we can grab Finley, maybe the gates crack open for the guys in green.

After the draft this year.. Esp compared to what should be another thin UM Draft class, Wilcher is gonna have a tough time keeping kids from visiting.

Deon needs to look at Jon's film and ask himself it he's not the kind of player he'd like to spend 3-4 years with playing lockdown defense.

Riley will red-shirt to learn the nuances of playing LB at the next level.
Riley played S in HS so he brings pass coverage ability to the STAR LB position where he will compete for the 2-deeps in 2013.

Riley's up close to 230; I have no doubt he could play SAM pretty easily. He looks like a SAM.

Per TOC and Rivals, we're his #1 school?

The obvious response to this I that this CT player has yet to receive a um offer.

That's just what he are up against at Cass.

You're right - still definitely early and I'm sure he's inline for a bunch more offers too.

It will be important to be able to continually have him on campus this fall and winter for games/camps.

It doesn't look like they've offered, so we're likely getting a big boost out of that right now. I'll believe we're in on this guy after they offer and he still says we're #1.

This is from the DetNews article referenced in another thread. I think Trieu makes a great point, which is why MSU will be a strong contender for Deon:

Sam Webb: Where does Michigan State stand with Deon Drake?

AT: I always say you look at what the kid does and not what he says. After getting the offer he and both of his parents were on campus in East Lansing within a couple of days. To me that says he has serious interest. As a family they were able to sit down with Coach (Mark) Dantonio, (defensive coordinator Pat) Narduzzi, and the rest of the staff. They were also able to watch a practice. There is legitimate interest there, and I think they're looking really good for him right now.

Sounds good for us.