TomVH: BBQ Update
I thought I'd create a thread for this just to do a mini update for now. The BBQ is from 11-3 today. Some recruits area already there, some are still on their way.
Here's an updated list of visitors that I have confirmed. Caleb Stacey sent me a text saying he decided not to go because he has two a days tomorrow, and he was likely going to be Kaleb Ringer's ride so he's not going either. Not a big deal, but Ringer sent me a text that said he would have really liked to hang out with the recruits.
Monty Madaris isn't coming, so my note about Michigan having the potential to get a wide receiver soon will probably be pushed back. I'm not expecting anything out of Chesson today, but visits can sometimes change things so never say never. He told me he would still like to take some more visits. Michigan is in good shape with both Madaris and Amara Darboh right now too, so we'll see how everything plays out.
There is potential for a few things to happen today. Key word is potential. There is a chance with Pipkins, Wormley (don't be surprised if he doesn't do it today), and 2013 DB Dymonte Thomas said he's thinking about things. I wouldn't be surprised if he waited, but he did tell me that he really likes it at Michigan so we'll see.
I'm also not expecting anything from the other 2013 kids. WR LaQuon Treadwell told me that he would probably wait if Michigan offers him today. He want to talk it over with his mom first. Wyatt Shallman said he's also likely going to wait awhile before making a decision.
Like I said visits can change things either way, so none of this is 100%. We'll se what ends up happening.
Bummer man.
Any word on the menu for today?
I'm not complaining but wow...this is the most upfront "here are kids who could be committing" post I've ever seen from you, Tom.
I normally don't do that, but it's been all over the board that these guys specifically are thinking about doing it, so there's no sense in hiding it. I'm not protecting them from anything, and I said it might happen it might not so it's not a 100% confirmation either way.
And if it doesn't happen today it doesn't mean it's not happening ever. Just have to see what ends up going down.
Of couse all are more than welcome to Eat and Meet. Coach Hoke must be sweating big time right now given it is like 86 and no wind.
After what we've been through? 86?
Feel like I've landed on Kauai (except for the no wind part).
So I take it that Madaris was planning on commiting at the BBQ? If so, I hope he can make it back for a visit soon!
Looks like a F-5 kind of day! Keep it coming Tom and thanks for the info.
Looks like a F-5 kind of day! Keep it coming Tom and thanks for the info.
Coincidence or related to his rumblings about taking visits?
Is he going to the BBQ or not? I keep seeing posts that say he is, but Tom hasn't put him on the list. Does anyone know?
Double post sorry all.
What's the reason Madaris cancelled? Really would have loved him there.
First class per usual.
So it appears there was a good chance of Madaris committing on this visit. Is the
<br>fact that he us not coming mean he has changed his mind, maybe to take other visits, or could he just not make it?
I'm still waiting for my BBQ invite...must have gotten lost in the mail.
Well done, Tom. Very encouraging, even if it doesn't result in any commits. Today should at least help us with a lot of recruits. Still hoping on some Hello: posts though!
As a survivor of last night's Demens thread, I'm just happy for the potential interest these recruits are showing.
Ugh, don't remind me of that scare. I kept having flashbacks to T-Wolf's injury from last year and it was not fun.
pleez pleez pleez Hello: Bri'onte Dunn pleez plz plz plz plzzzzzzzz
then i think we could see some weird developments
-RB for M.
-It's been two weeks since an OSU meltdown...it's overdue.
Are you thinking the coaches might offer guys like Reschke or Treadwell? I was under the impression that this was more just a meet and greet, not really an evaluation time. But do they have enough tape to offer these guys?
I don't think they'll get offered today either, but I'm not sure. Reschke was just offered by MSU, so there's a chance they might offer too. I'm under the impression it's more meet and greet as well. I wouldn't be surprised if they did throw Reschke an offer out afterwards though.
use that secret sauce on the meat today! Thanks Tom, interesting to say the least. Wasn't expecting much either way.
Not only for a "family" B-BQ, but also to pledge your allegiance to the Maize N Blue!
This is going to make waiting in lines at cedar point tolerable. I want Pipkins so badly...more than anyone else in the class.
I bet Pipkins commits today, and probably Wormley. I would almost be surprised if Pipkins doesn't commit since he's been so open on Twitter about how much he likes Michigan.
Just another update. Like I said none of this is 100%, but don't be surprised if Wormley waits to make his decision at a later date.
They don't make me not want to be un-confused.
I re-read Tom's sentence 3x just to be sure I got his intended meaning...
I changed it for you.
I'm not bright enough for the internet.
TomVH is such a man that he edited his post despite you responding. That is impressive.
Darn it! I wanted to see Madaris get on campus and see him commit. I've been taking some serious shots from my spartan friends about Burbridge, they think they're getting Madaris for sure. I want to see them crushed when we snag him. Come on down Monte!
I find it very difficult to believe there are any Sparties talking any trash about how the recruiting is going.
That's probably because you're staying positive.
Those people are totally delusional. They get one guy and suddenly their program is elite. I have a few Spartan friends who are willing to admit we're moping the floor with them. Madaris going blue will totally crush them. Popcorn!!
I am really hoping for Pipkins to commit and for Wormley to finally pull the trigger, if that happens I will be happy.
TomVH is the man. It makes my day when I see a post/tweet updating the status of Michigan recruits. His professionalism is something that exudes Michigan
I think it speaks volumes that recruits continue to trust TomVH with inside information. It shows his level of consistent professionalism. I think a lot of other media outlets could learn a thing or two from him on this front.
or has the hype surrounding Wormley really diminished. It seems like not many schools are really going after him. I don't know if that's just because he's considered either an OSU or UM guy, but it doesn't seem like people are really excited about him. I don't know anything about evaluating talent, but on the "hype" factor alone it seems like if we miss on him it's not a huge deal.
for like 8 months.
Sucks.
You might hear less about him because he's really narrowed his field... but he's a damn good football player.
if you had make a gut call, when do you think Dunn will finalize his commitment (to UM or otherwise) ?