Article: Alex Collins Chatter

Peter Ariz

Nov 4, 2012 2 min read

In order to cut back on the amount of threads we have on him and all the rumors surrounding him, lets try to keep it in here.

**11/3- meant to post this Friday, but a current Miami commitment told me this in reference to Collins: "He's going to FSU"

**11/4- Just interviewed John Franklin for SFHSSPORTS and this is what he had to say about the situation with Collins: "We haven't talked that much about it actually. Before any of this went down with the offers, we had always talked about wanting to play college ball together. It's definitely something we wanted to do, but at the end of the day, he's doing what's best for him and i'm doing what's best for me."

**11/7- Today's decommitment is not a surprise. Talking to a of Miami commit last week who knows him, he said it was only a matter of time before this happened. Miami is still in the picture, but it will be an uphill battle. It was an uphill battle the second FSU offered Franklin. I tried posting this last week, but I don't think some of you realized how big of a deal it was for these two to play together.

Don't expect a final decision from him until his season at South Plantation is over.

Where does Miami go from here? The pursuit of Derrick Green is on. He fits what they are looking for as far as a power back. The key will be getting him on campus for a visit. If that happens, the Canes have a legitimate chance with him. The staff knows that they would have Daryl Chestnut in the bag as soon as they offer, so my hunch is that they will go after a guy like Green before him due to their running styles. In the worst case scenario, they could offer Chestnut late and he would commit, which is not a bad back-up plan whatsoever. While he doesn't necessarily fill the big back spot, he is the type of player that people will be asking "How did he get away?"

I will be gathering more info throughout the day, but this is what I know for now

Click to expand...

Facebook X (Twitter) LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Email Link

Comments (422)

View article View as thread

CaneShades

Nov 7, 2012

Collins good luck at FSU!!!!!!!!!! See you playing in 2 years

JHallCanes

Nov 7, 2012

mirvin88 said:
ya'll take this **** too seriously

Collins alone won't get us to a MNC or keep us from a MNC and no way in **** am I taking that scrub Franklin just to get him with sanctions on the horizon

If Golden has proven one thing.....he can recruit. Whether he gets Collins back or not he'll bring in a good RB

Just rewind the clock one year and think about what happened between November of last year and NSD.

I'm not losing any sleep either man.

FreePawn

Nov 7, 2012

CaneLB said:
52CANES said:

CaneLB said:

http://twitter.com/Budda03/status/266220202876866560

LOL if the fanbase hurts our chances with another recruit.

Click to expand...

So his coach looks like he's pushing elseware, then a guy who gave a commitment backs out and then its the fans fault now? lmao...

Click to expand...

No. I'm talking about a 17/18 kid with lots of pressure and stuff on his plate yet fans call him out when he's just trying to make an important decision for his future. It's very selfish and inconsiderate for fans to act like the world revolves around their favorite school. We should be supporting Collins in mulling over his options and making the best decision for himself.

GREAT post.

FreePawn

Nov 7, 2012

Cane Lock

ECC609

Nov 7, 2012

Thread Killa said:
RBs grow on trees in FL so Im not concerned. Thomas is a more important recruit IMO.

I agree, too much talent out there at RB to panic; and the O-line and front seven are the two most important areas to get us back to National Championship level.

H
Hurrickaneof83

Nov 7, 2012

JHallCanes said:
HurricaneGlory said:

CanesAreAble said:

Sony Michel needs to fully recover from the ACL injury before we can say he's better than Alex Collins.

Click to expand...

Ignorant comment, have you not watched or read about how he's playing this year?

Click to expand...

It's not ignorant. Sony is playing great but he's not 100%, which is why guys like Okie think he is better than Collins and Duke.

I'm a huge huge Sony fan and he has one thing when healthy that Collins doesn't and that's sick track speed. As was pointed out Collins has made huge leaps as he has gotten older so let's let Sony keep recovering and getting better and then judge.

Sony is 100% healed from his injury. No swelling, no soreness, no mental holdbacks. His cuts are aggressive on both knees. Sony has gained 13lbs of muscle from his last season. He won the 4x100 in track in spring. His game has evolved. He is a better pass catcher, blocker and leader. He has had 10 carries over 70 yards.

Lets refrain from making assumptions about people with no facts to support. There is a reason he recieves the attention he does. You will not find a another player in south florida that will outwork him. If you do, inbox me and we will set up the workout.

Peter Ariz

Nov 7, 2012

Listen to Hurrickaneof83...

OkieCane

Nov 7, 2012

Hurrickaneof83 said:
JHallCanes said:

HurricaneGlory said:

CanesAreAble said:

Sony Michel needs to fully recover from the ACL injury before we can say he's better than Alex Collins.

Click to expand...

Ignorant comment, have you not watched or read about how he's playing this year?

Click to expand...

It's not ignorant. Sony is playing great but he's not 100%, which is why guys like Okie think he is better than Collins and Duke.

I'm a huge huge Sony fan and he has one thing when healthy that Collins doesn't and that's sick track speed. As was pointed out Collins has made huge leaps as he has gotten older so let's let Sony keep recovering and getting better and then judge.

Click to expand...

Sony is 100% healed from his injury. No swelling, no soreness, no mental holdbacks. His cuts are aggressive on both knees. Sony has gained 13lbs of muscle from his last season. He won the 4x100 in track in spring. His game has evolved. He is a better pass catcher, blocker and leader. He has had 10 carries over 70 yards.

Lets refrain from making assumptions about people with no facts to support. There is a reason he recieves the attention he does. You will not find a another player in south florida that will outwork him. If you do, inbox me and we will set up the workout.

Great stuff man, I really believe Sony is going to the best back in some time at UM........

Ajax

Nov 7, 2012

FSU will let both Collins and Franklin sign their LOI's and then when it is time to enroll, oops, admissions will flag his buddy.

Nov 7, 2012

JHallCanes said:
HurricaneGlory said:

CanesAreAble said:

Sony Michel needs to fully recover from the ACL injury before we can say he's better than Alex Collins.

Click to expand...

Ignorant comment, have you not watched or read about how he's playing this year?

Click to expand...

It's not ignorant. Sony is playing great but he's not 100%, which is why guys like Okie think he is better than Collins and Duke.

I'm a huge huge Sony fan and he has one thing when healthy that Collins doesn't and that's sick track speed. As was pointed out Collins has made huge leaps as he has gotten older so let's let Sony keep recovering and getting better and then judge.

Im a huge Sony fan and know him a little bit but I am good friends with a lot of his teammates, when he says he's back he really is back and at 100%. His teammates told me they feel he's more explosive and playing with a mission after the injury and they think he's a better player now

Last edited by a moderator: Nov 7, 2012

Nov 7, 2012

I'm thinking this might break the record for most posts lol

WhatTheHell

Nov 7, 2012

Is Sony still all Cane? My boy's Dad coached him as a freshman and said he was all about Miami.

B
Bigtip

Nov 7, 2012

Travis Bickle said:
DVD

Bigtip said:

cane305 said:

when was the last time you saw our recruits decommit and then eventually sign with us?

if you change your mind back to Miami, good for you. if not, Good luck to you Alex Collins.

Click to expand...

cant think of one

Click to expand...

that was during a coaching change fwiw

W
Winky is Wright

Nov 7, 2012

WhatTheHell said:
Is Sony still all Cane? My boy's Dad coached him as a freshman and said he was all about Miami.

Seems Georgia is the biggest competition right now...

but we're looking good from all reports.

.......................

On a side note, AC isn't committed to FSU, some of you are pathetic with these replies

Nov 7, 2012

Collins couldn't hold Duke's jock strap! Duke played much better competition and gained more yards. Take a look at his senior year playoff stats, just crazy #'s. The best in the country if you go by # of carries. Brown in Texas did well too, with 10 more carries a game. I saw him play a couple of times, I'll take Duke hands down. Half the kids Collins is bowling over are 150lbs. Duke took over games, like no other i have seen, while playing top competition lets see Collins do that. Stop crying about this kid, he is gone, GL when we are kicking FL states *** in two years. Grab another SF kid and be done with it.

dogcane said:
OkieCane said:

jerzeycane said:

OkieCane said:

Trust me, Sony may be the #1 FOOTBALL PLAYER in America when he comes out, and we've seen what Duke can do.

That's no knock on Collins, but he's not better than either.

dude.......... lmao

Click to expand...

So was Bryce Brown? The Highlights and physical attributes say that Collins is right there with Sony. Do you have some phenomenal highlight package or game footage to support your claims? cuz right now you're just shouting things and then dismissing all else with laughter.

Click to expand...

Michel led Broward county in rushing as an EIGHTH GRADER!!!!!!!

He's on a level Collins never dreamed of as a HS Junior. I don't go by tapes, Jeff Luc had one of the finest linebacker tapes I ever saw, where's he genius????

Trust me son, Michel > Duke > Collins

If HS tapes solved everything than Noel Devine would lead the NFL in rushing every season. But if it makes your day go look up Sonys tapes, he's been on the National scene since Junior High, there MIGHT be some out there........

Click to expand...

Just curious, anyone knows duke and Collins' senior stats and Sony's stats this year?

Consigliere

Nov 7, 2012

Winky is Wright said:
WhatTheHell said:

Is Sony still all Cane? My boy's Dad coached him as a freshman and said he was all about Miami.

Click to expand...

Seems Georgia is the biggest competition right now...

but we're looking good from all reports.

.......................

On a side note, AC isn't committed to FSU, some of you are pathetic with these replies

More pathetic than the "fans" who are cursing him out on social media, I beg to differ.

H
Hurrickaneof83

Nov 7, 2012

Sony is a huge canes fan. Hurricane keys, cleats and every team gets compared to miami. With that being said, he isnt dumb. His college desicion will not be an emotional one. It will be a business decision. He wants to enjoy college life, get rings but his ultimate goal is to play in the NFL. UM has to have a good oline, rbs he can compete with everyday and a good training facility.

We are in good shape but we still have work to do.

AlexCane

Nov 7, 2012

Duke weighing in on Alex Collins situation:

https://twitter.com/BrickByBrick_8/status/266286828859031552

Nov 7, 2012

Nice post, can't wait till he gets here!

Hurrickaneof83 said:
JHallCanes said:

HurricaneGlory said:

CanesAreAble said:

Sony Michel needs to fully recover from the ACL injury before we can say he's better than Alex Collins.

Click to expand...

Ignorant comment, have you not watched or read about how he's playing this year?

Click to expand...

It's not ignorant. Sony is playing great but he's not 100%, which is why guys like Okie think he is better than Collins and Duke.

I'm a huge huge Sony fan and he has one thing when healthy that Collins doesn't and that's sick track speed. As was pointed out Collins has made huge leaps as he has gotten older so let's let Sony keep recovering and getting better and then judge.

Click to expand...

Sony is 100% healed from his injury. No swelling, no soreness, no mental holdbacks. His cuts are aggressive on both knees. Sony has gained 13lbs of muscle from his last season. He won the 4x100 in track in spring. His game has evolved. He is a better pass catcher, blocker and leader. He has had 10 carries over 70 yards.

Lets refrain from making assumptions about people with no facts to support. There is a reason he recieves the attention he does. You will not find a another player in south florida that will outwork him. If you do, inbox me and we will set up the workout.

LA'Cane818

Nov 7, 2012

fastcane said:
Collins couldn't hold Duke's jock strap! Duke played much better competition and gained more yards. Take a look at his senior year playoff stats, just crazy #'s. The best in the country if you go by # of carries. Brown in Texas did well too, with 10 more carries a game. I saw him play a couple of times, I'll take Duke hands down. Half the kids Collins is bowling over are 150lbs. Duke took over games, like no other i have seen, while playing top competition lets see Collins do that. Stop crying about this kid, he is gone, GL when we are kicking FL states *** in two years. Grab another SF kid and be done with it.

dogcane said:

OkieCane said:

jerzeycane said:

OkieCane said:

Trust me, Sony may be the #1 FOOTBALL PLAYER in America when he comes out, and we've seen what Duke can do.

That's no knock on Collins, but he's not better than either.

dude.......... lmao

Click to expand...

So was Bryce Brown? The Highlights and physical attributes say that Collins is right there with Sony. Do you have some phenomenal highlight package or game footage to support your claims? cuz right now you're just shouting things and then dismissing all else with laughter.

Click to expand...

Michel led Broward county in rushing as an EIGHTH GRADER!!!!!!!

He's on a level Collins never dreamed of as a HS Junior. I don't go by tapes, Jeff Luc had one of the finest linebacker tapes I ever saw, where's he genius????

Trust me son, Michel > Duke > Collins

If HS tapes solved everything than Noel Devine would lead the NFL in rushing every season. But if it makes your day go look up Sonys tapes, he's been on the National scene since Junior High, there MIGHT be some out there........

Click to expand...

Just curious, anyone knows duke and Collins' senior stats and Sony's stats this year?

Click to expand...

What he said.

You must log in or register to reply here.

Article: Alex Collins Chatter

Comments (422)

Latest articles