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South Florida '17- The Safeties

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brock said:
bobbydigius said:
WR Cane said:
Dwinstitles said:
bobbydigius said:
They have been the premier program in the state the last 5 years is probably a good start. It sucks but it's the truth.
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We got a lot of work to do because of them
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Richt gotta change that and NOW.
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I hope so, but it's gonna be a full two probably three classes before we are on their level. It doesn't mean we can't beat them before that, but they are just better. Thankfully our 2014 class was good enough to just pull that off next year.
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They are not on another level, Houston was no where near their level talent wise and they pushed Fsu around and one. Miami has held a lead in the 4th qtr the last 2 years against so they are not that much ahead of Miami tbh.
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This was their rebuilding year and they still did all right. Next year they are loaded and if they figure out their QB situation they will contend. Their talent level is impressive and top 5 in the nation. Now just because of that it doesn't mean they are unbeatable it's just that their talent and depth is impressive. We are 2-3 full classes to being on their talent level.
 
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bobbydigius said:
I hope so, but it's gonna be a full two probably three classes before we are on their level.
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Our quarterback already puts us on that level. The depth needs to be built up elsewhere but Kaaya is that much better than Maguire.
 
DMoney said:
bobbydigius said:
I hope so, but it's gonna be a full two probably three classes before we are on their level.
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Our quarterback already puts us on that level. The depth needs to be built up elsewhere but Kaaya is that much better than Maguire.
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Way way better but I also don't expect Maguire to start. QB is the most important position and a major equalizer. **** I think our top 22 would rank in the top15 but it's what behind them right now that isn't up to par. We can't sustain Any major injuries and still not skip a beat and that is the difference.
 
That kid Terry from Dade Christian(I am class of 85) is no joke! I'll be keeping on eye on him. Not going to say who he reminds me of but I think this kid could be big-time.
 
Here are a few more guys who may not be UM players, but are talented prospects in their own right:

Marquis Waters- 6'1, 190 (Atlantic via Village Academy)- Small school standout who just transferred to Delray Beach Atlantic. Smooth and elusive for his size. Already holds an offer from West Virginia.

MW2_ISLAND/SAUCE - Marquis Waters highlights - Hudl

Dedrick Mackey- 5'11, 180 pounds (Booker T)- Physically strong defensive back who can tackle and cover. Looked sensational during Booker T's title run. Underrated.

DEDRICK "STICK TALK" MACKEY - Dedrick Mackey highlights - Hudl

Richard Dames- 5'11, 170 pounds (Booker T)- I don't know where Dames fits in at the next level, but he is a terror in high school. Very similar to Cedrick Wright- a linebacker in a corner's body. Racked up 128 tackles, 5 sacks and 3 INTs for the state champion Tornadoes. Fun to watch.

"21" X 100 - Richard Dames highlights - Hudl

Donelle Thomas- 5'11, 180 pounds (Carol City via American)- Well-put together box safety who can really tackle. Also an above-average athlete who plays some wide receiver. Transferring to Carol City along with teammate Naytron Culpepper.

SAVAGE9 - Donelle Thomas highlights - Hudl
 
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Wright looks exactly like what Diaz wants at safety. Able to cover and be the centerfielder. Really hope we're in it for him, if we could somehow pull off ***an, Wright, and Gibson holy **** that's one **** of a class.
 
AllbouttheU said:
Wright looks exactly like what Diaz wants at safety. Able to cover and be the centerfielder. Really hope we're in it for him, if we could somehow pull off ***an, Wright, and Gibson holy **** that's one **** of a class.
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I think Daniel is major's younger brother
 
bobbydigius said:
theuksu said:
What's Daniel Wright's connection to FSU? He has 9 predictions to them on 247.
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They have been the premier program in the state the last 5 years is probably a good start. It sucks but it's the truth.
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Good thing is it's an easy fix because Tallahassee is a long long fcking way from South Florida (about a 7 hour drive or more) and it's always a super expensive plane ticket from here. Makes it very tough for family to visit much. Tallahassee is more South Alabama than it is South Florida.
 
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DMoney said:
bobbydigius said:
I hope so, but it's gonna be a full two probably three classes before we are on their level.
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Our quarterback already puts us on that level. The depth needs to be built up elsewhere but Kaaya is that much better than Maguire.
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Agreed. The trenches is the question mark. I think we have enough on the DL and with some improvement from the OL we could get there in a hurry. Kaaya and Richt can play a huge part in our OL improving simply from play calling and decisions.
 
The way Diaz talks about speed and the old Miami model for success don't be surprised to see him take some of these bigger bodied Safeties and turn them into LBs like Miami used to do. Carter fits that bill.

I feel like Diaz is going to emphasize speed over anything else, and that's a big reason he's so South Florida-centric in his recruiting. He's going to want the fastest defense in college football, which is something he's never been able to build due to recruiting disadvantage.
 
The Franchise said:
The way Diaz talks about speed and the old Miami model for success don't be surprised to see him take some of these bigger bodied Safeties and turn them into LBs like Miami used to do. Carter fits that bill.

I feel like Diaz is going to emphasize speed over anything else, and that's a big reason he's so South Florida-centric in his recruiting. He's going to want the fastest defense in college football, which is something he's never been able to build due to recruiting disadvantage.
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True, can't wait to see what they put out on the field
 
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Cyrus F'agan can do it all at safety. Daniel Wright is a better athlete. F'agan, I think, can come in and play right away. He diagnoses plays quickly on his HL tape.
 
The Franchise said:
The way Diaz talks about speed and the old Miami model for success don't be surprised to see him take some of these bigger bodied Safeties and turn them into LBs like Miami used to do. Carter fits that bill.

I feel like Diaz is going to emphasize speed over anything else, and that's a big reason he's so South Florida-centric in his recruiting. He's going to want the fastest defense in college football, which is something he's never been able to build due to recruiting disadvantage.
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Really good point on the part about Diaz recruiting efforts. Didn't even think about that. Seriously a trained donkey could probably win in this program if they recruit right.
 
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The Franchise said:
The way Diaz talks about speed and the old Miami model for success don't be surprised to see him take some of these bigger bodied Safeties and turn them into LBs like Miami used to do. Carter fits that bill.

I feel like Diaz is going to emphasize speed over anything else, and that's a big reason he's so South Florida-centric in his recruiting. He's going to want the fastest defense in college football, which is something he's never been able to build due to recruiting disadvantage.
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Agreed and it's about time. I feel that many of us have been watching this program for the last 10 years at least just waiting for some genius to realize what they could build on defense with the local talent.
 
Career reviews

Daniel Wright - Signed with Alabama. Played special teams as a freshman. Injured in 2018. Played backup duty in 2019. Started every game in 2020. Benched in 2021, relegated to spot duty & special teams.

Amari Carter - Signed with Miami. Part of safety rotation first 2 seasons in Coral Gables. Emerged as starter in 2019 & 2020. Benched in 2021. Wildly inconsistent.

Billy Gibson - Signed with Oregon. Played in spot duty as true freshman. Entered portal, status unknown. Last time I saw him, he had 2 kids & was trapping in Cutler Manor.

Nadarius ***an - Signed with Syracuse. Played sparingly as true freshman. Injury redshirt in 2018. Transferred to FAMU. Played sparingly in 2019 & 2020. Recorded 43 tackles in 2021.

DeWayne Terry - Signed with Dartmouth. Played sparingly as a freshman, started every game at corner in 2018, battled injury in 2019, 2020 season canceled by Ivy League, I can't find Dartmouth's individual defensive stats for 2021.

Naytron Culpepper - Signed with USF. Played sparingly in 2017 & '18. Transferred to Alabama State. Started every game at corner in 2019 & 2021. Opted out of 2020 season.

Brian Edwards - Signed with UF. Played sparingly in '17 and '18. Transferred to Central Michigan after his arrest for choking his girlfriend. Sat out 2019 due to transfer rules, then started 3 games at corner in 2020. Entered the portal again in 2021, current status unclear.

George Hunter - Looks like he was committed to FAU at one point, but never signed or enrolled. Current status unclear.
 
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