'09 TX QB Russell Shepard (LSU Signee)

[Napoleonbuck]

From reading Texas high school sites, it appears that Sheppard is much more of an athlete than a quarterback right now. We'll see if he makes a Pryor like leap between his junior and senior years. His TD/INT is pretty high, though I hear he also has questionable receivers.

It will be very interesting to see how Texas recruits him since Texas is supposedly loaded with QBs next year.

[GeauxTigers]

Originally Posted by ryan20

That seems to contradict the first part where you say you dont see him coming here because of Pryor. We could create a two-class seperation between the two by redshirting Sheppard and working Pryor onto the field as a true freshman.

Not saying he's coming here, but it'd atleast like to see how this plays out, and I wouldnt be surprised if we didnt get involved more-so with Russell.

Pryor is a little higher ranked than Elway

[cbus2005]

Originally Posted by ryan20

That seems to contradict the first part where you say you dont see him coming here because of Pryor. We could create a two-class seperation between the two by redshirting Sheppard and working Pryor onto the field as a true freshman.

Not saying he's coming here, but it'd atleast like to see how this plays out, and I wouldnt be surprised if we didnt get involved more-so with Russell.

Eh, I think it's a little bit different when you're talking the #1 recruit in the nation. Then again, that didn't deter Dayne Crist from going to ND. Either way, it doesn't help our chances.

[ant80]

Originally Posted by cbus2005

Eh, I think it's a little bit different when you're talking the #1 recruit in the nation. Then again, that didn't deter Dayne Crist from going to ND. Either way, it doesn't help our chances.

Well, Clauson didn't redshirt. If Crist does, he is going to have at least two years as a starter. Maybe even three if Clausen gets tired of playing college football after winning 3 heismans.

[BengalsAndBucks]

Originally Posted by ant80

Maybe even three if Clausen gets tired of playing college football after winning 3 heismans.

You mean two heismans, he cant win one this year because that absolutely evil human being Ty Willingham left ND so senior deprived and with such a terrible offensive line that even the greatest football player of all time cant compensate for. But dont worry, next year when all of those god-forsaken willingham recruits are gone, ND will be back to their customary NC and Heisman per year rate.

[ScarletBlood31]

Originally Posted by BengalsAndBucks

You mean two heismans, he cant win one this year because that absolutely evil human being Ty Willingham left ND so senior deprived and with such a terrible offensive line that even the greatest football player of all time cant compensate for. But dont worry, next year when all of those god-forsaken willingham recruits are gone, ND will be back to their customary NC and Heisman per year rate.

Don't worry, he'll win 2 next year to make up for it.

[wadc45]

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12/18

From the Texas site...talks about being named to the Rivals top 100 for 2009 and talks about the progress he is making as a QB. Also talks about his contact with the Texas staff.

[HotMic]

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1/14

From the Texas Prep site. Shepard's journal entry for January 7th-12th. Mentions going to LSU's track meet and his interest in them, being Texas A&M's #1 target (and them being back on his radar), and his interest in playing college football with friend Craig Loston.

[HotMic]

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1/16

From the Texas Prep site. Tennessee has offered, and Shepard thinks Oklahoma will offer soon as well.

[ScarletBlood31]

I still can't get over how amazing this kid is on film. His natural athleticism is incredible.


Most of the highlights are of him running, but on a few throws he did show some good arm strength to put zip on the ball to hit his receiver in stride. His real threat, as of right now, are his legs. He has the moves and darn near the speed of Mike Vick, and is about as explosive as they come.

I don't know a whole lot about him as a passer, but if he can be coached into an effective, patient pocket passer then the sky is the limit for him as a QB. If not, he is still easily an elite athlete as a WR/RB.

[HotMic]

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2/5

From the Texas Prep site. Talks about his week and the many coaches he has been in contact with. His top five is Michigan, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas, and LSU. Russell adds that his list could change at any time.

[three7]

Originally Posted by HotMic

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2/5

From the Texas Prep site. Talks about his week and the many coaches he has been in contact with. His top five is Michigan, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas, and LSU. Russell adds that his list could change at any time.

Right, just to add what I've heard on RS.


He does like UT. However, UT will have a decision on their hands on which QB they want to offer with the '09 class. There is another top prospect (name escapes me) from Austin. He's more of a dropback passer though. Will be interesting to see where the UT offensive direction heads now that Applewhite is the OC.

[wadc45]

Originally Posted by three7

Right, just to add what I've heard on RS.


He does like UT. However, UT will have a decision on their hands on which QB they want to offer with the '09 class. There is another top prospect (name escapes me) from Austin. He's more of a dropback passer though. Will be interesting to see where the UT offensive direction heads now that Applewhite is the OC.

Garrett Gilbert? Has to be him...top 5 talent in Texas next year from Austin who already has some offers from the A&Ms and Texas Techs of the world...

[three7]

Originally Posted by wadc45

Garrett Gilbert? Has to be him...top 5 talent in Texas next year from Austin who already has some offers from the A&Ms and Texas Techs of the world...

Name sounds correct.

[ant80]

I read elsewhere that Garrett Gilbert committed to Texas. Anyone knows what that means for Shepard?