08-29-2005, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by OSUBucks22
a reliable Tennessee fan that posts on BN stated that if/when tOSU were to offer Chris that he would likely say yes very quickly. this info is from a close family member. UT was his childhood favorite, but they aren't believed to have as much pull as once rumored.
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08-29-2005, 11:10 AM
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Great News for us.
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Indeed, If true I don't see us taking another QB in this class. |
08-29-2005, 12:13 PM
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Don't be surprised if he is switched over to linebacker though., therefore; OSU could still gun for another QB., if they miss out; well - they would still have Chris as a QB prospect.
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08-29-2005, 07:03 PM
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I'll be at the South Point/Ironton game Friday night and will give a breakdown of the action. It should be a pretty good game. SP is much improved over last year and Ironton is always strong. Ironton plays a soft zone designed to not give up big plays. Should be interesting to see if Smith can move them down the field. Ironton will be superior on the line so he'll have to use short passes most of the night.
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08-30-2005, 12:17 AM
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Don't be surprised if he is switched over to linebacker though., therefore; OSU could still gun for another QB., if they miss out; well - they would still have Chris as a QB prospect.
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I hate to say this, but why would you move a 5 star quarterback to linebacker? That would be like the equivelant of recruiting matt leinart then telling him to play defensive end. Even if he's physically talented enough to play the position, it just doesn't make sense. |
08-30-2005, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by gstock05
I hate to say this, but why would you move a 5 star quarterback to linebacker? That would be like the equivelant of recruiting matt leinart then telling him to play defensive end. Even if he's physically talented enough to play the position, it just doesn't make sense.
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Because he is as good at linebacker. I will be honest. He is a damn good QB., but I don't know if he is Big Ten good for a QB. I'll give you the perfect example. Remember Jermon Jackson ? He was a TB for OSU around '93 ( and played against same opponents as South Point). He could not be stopped in HS., but when he arrived on campus at OSU., he never developed into the "star" player. I fear the same for Chris ( due to opponents he faces,.the linemen in the OVC average 195 pounds). But, by no means; read anything into this. If I had my wishes, he would be a 4 time winner of the Heisman while @ OSU. But , he is one athlete that can transform over to defense easily. |
08-30-2005, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by gstock05
I hate to say this, but why would you move a 5 star quarterback to linebacker? That would be like the equivelant of recruiting matt leinart then telling him to play defensive end. Even if he's physically talented enough to play the position, it just doesn't make sense.
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08-30-2005, 11:43 PM
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CincyBuck, that is not at all true. Jermon Jackson played at Ironton from "90-"93. They don't play in the OVC or any other teams South Point plays. Ironton plays a more difficult schedule than any team in southeastern Ohio. He also led Ironton to state championship appearances in consecutive years (92,93). He is one of the best backs ever in that part of the state. Smith may not play the best teams, but if you have the tools they can teach you the rest. Jermon was the best pure running back with the ball many have ever seen, but there is much more to the game than that. And Coopers problem was he never utilized Jacksons talents and allowed him to sit behind Pearson when he could have been blowing games open with an element the other guys did'nt have.
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08-31-2005, 11:40 AM
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I definitely agree that Ironton plays the toughest schedule; by far, in Lawrence County. As a whole; Lawrence County does not produce much D1 talent;( I think Ironton is THE ONLY SCHOOL that has sent players to D1 - 4 or to OSU) much less Big Ten talent,. due to the size of the school, competition and etc.,. What I am saying is., Chris' numbers may look great against that comp;however, if he does this @ the Army AA game comp too ?!?! Then I will be more than happy to say I am wrong. Whereas, I know he hits like a train,. and that will stay the same regardless of comp. Lastly, Ironton plays some OVC teams ( CG, S. Point) as well as Wheelersburg, Portsmouth West some of the Ky. teams. Many of the OVC teams play those teams as well. That is where I was basing the info. And remember, I would love to see Chris come to OSU and win the Heisman X 4 !
By the way, enjoy the SP- Ironton game. Does SP have a prayer this year ?
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CincyBuck, that is not at all true. Jermon Jackson played at Ironton from "90-"93. They don't play in the OVC or any other teams South Point plays. Ironton plays a more difficult schedule than any team in southeastern Ohio. He also led Ironton to state championship appearances in consecutive years (92,93). He is one of the best backs ever in that part of the state. Smith may not play the best teams, but if you have the tools they can teach you the rest. Jermon was the best pure running back with the ball many have ever seen, but there is much more to the game than that. And Coopers problem was he never utilized Jacksons talents and allowed him to sit behind Pearson when he could have been blowing games open with an element the other guys did'nt have.
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08-31-2005, 10:31 PM
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First of all, I don't think South Point can handle Ironton but SP is much better so it may at least be a game. SP is without their top receiver and that has to hurt. If SP can get some turnovers and make some stops it could be interesting. Ironton plays a pretty soft zone but are excellent open field tacklers. Should be interesting to see if Smith has the ability to pick at them. Secondly, you may be absolutly correct. I have not seen Smith play and he may be a DI calliber backer, I'll be watching closely. He'll for sure get his first real test, I'town has a back already committed to Marshall in 6'0 220lb Darius Lewis. This guy brings it to the whole every play. Lastly, you are pretty much correct about not many boys from the extreme south going to tOSU. There is no doubt he does'nt play the best talent around and that will probably be a dissadvantage. Problem is further complicated because SP isnt really that good of a team or have much noteriety as a football school. I wish Chris the best of luck this Friday and for the upcoming season and I too would love to see this in scarlet and gray. I'll give ya a rundown Cincy after the game and Thanks I just hope its a good game.
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