Augustus Edwards Discusses Miami Commitment

[Peter Ariz]

Miami got a big boost to their recruiting class this morning, as the coveted power back Augustus Edwards announced he had signed with the University of Miami via twitter.

Edwards was busy when I called a little while ago, but was able to answer a few questions through text message.


What was it about Miami that separated them from Florida State down the stretch?

"I felt a great bond with the Miami coaches and really believed they need me not want me."-Edwards

How does it feel to be a Cane and follow in the footsteps of so many greats?

"It's a honor to be apart of such a great legacy that guys before me have left at UM."-Edwards

What are your goals at Miami and how do the coaches plan to use you in the offense?

"Coaches think I can make a immediate impact at running back once learn the playbook"-Edwards

 

[Ray52]

Thanks Pete.

Definitely has a chance to play right away. Need a big back to compliment Duke.

 

[5Ringz]

Running back all the way

We can get one of the JAGS to pay fullback once big Mo leaves

 

[rmcid]

That's great to hear. Clealy our staff believed he could contribute immeiately even if AC had committed. He is not a plan B. I'm excited we got him.

 

[Phydeaux]

As soon as he can pick blocking assignments he will be in the fold
I can see FB and HB duties
What is his official weight

 

[CaneCounty]

Looking forward to wearing down defenses in the power run game.

 

[Harrisonford]

Quad hill part 2.

 

[JHallCanes]

As soon as he can pick blocking assignments he will be in the fold
I can see FB and HB duties
What is his official weight

6-1 3/4 and 230 lbs

 

[Phydeaux]

More donnell bennet
Or Stephen mcquire

 

[nbrewer22]

is he projected at HB or FB

 

[Phydeaux]

HOw big is Dillard now?
Bam a does awful well with big OL and big backs

 

[UM2020]

I saw the " discusses commitment" in the title and it read for a millisecond in my mind, decommits. Whew!

Nice job Peter!

 

[Peter Ariz]

Bump

 

[whoopingcane]

OP negged for bumping his own thread.

 

[TheUnuffSAID]

I think the hidden talent with him is cutting ability and speed for a back his size.... he was timed at a Nike camp at 4.5 that is **** impressive for a supposed big back

tape doesn't lie the kid can move and those legs are huge for a kid out of high school


/edit what is up with not being able to post youtube links ?

 

[asad91]

Was impressed by his highlight tape and was surprised by his speed for a power back. I think he can really help us out this year and wear defenses down.

 

[deleted3746]

Im def intrigued by this kid and cant wait to see what he can do.

 

[Cans4life]

Most underrated guy in this class. Dude is a straight animal.

 

[The Franchise]

He'll definitely be a RB, not a FB, in 2013. Al specifically said one of our biggest needs was to bring in a thumper at RB, and he thinks this is the dude.

 

[post499]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ux2_mrKbqHs

I could only find his jr highlights but didn't see any videos added.