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06-09-2004, 05:08 PM
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Easy Nixon!
I didn't say that he's decommiting. I just said that it seems like OSU commits always seem to be wavering. I understand that we follow OSU more closely than most, and I understand that this happens at other schools (lots of times in our favor). I just hate to see a 5* lineman re thinking his commit because OSU just can't afford to lose a lineman of Boone's caliber.
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06-17-2004, 07:52 AM
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Ohio Lineman Slams The Door Shut
By Chris Pool
Midwest Recruiting Analyst
All-American Alex Boone was looking around after giving Ohio State his verbal commitment. That experiment is over.
OL Alex Boone
Alex Boone, a 6-foot-8, 300-pound offensive lineman from Lakewood (Ohio) St. Ed’s is one of the top prospects in the nation regardless of position.
Boone was hands down the best offensive lineman at the Michigan Nike Camp a year ago as a 15-year old sophomore and Alex dominated this year at the Ohio State Nike Camp.
Boone and Illinois offensive lineman Dan Doering are battling for the #1 spot in the Midwest “Hot 100”.
Boone gave Ohio State his verbal commitment as a junior but he may have cracked the door a little to look around.
“My mom wanted me to look around,” said Boone. “She wanted me to make sure that I was making the right decision.
“I did look around for a while but I didn’t like it. It got real boring after a while. I knew I wanted to go to Ohio State so I didn’t want to look around anymore.”
Why did Boone pick the Bucks?
“First, I’ve always been a big Ohio State fan. Secondly, when I got the official scholarship offer from Coach (Jim) Tressel himself, I knew I couldn’t pass it up.
“I can’t say enough about coach Tressel and coach (Jim) Bollman, I love those guys. I’m looking forward to playing for Ohio State.”
Boone helped lead St. Ed’s to a state championship in 2003. Look for Boone to be a participant in the All-American Bowl in January.
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Good Job Alex!! 
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06-17-2004, 08:12 AM
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excellent news!!!!
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06-17-2004, 09:07 AM
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In memory of Col. Mark J Seward
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That certainly is GREAT news. I don't mind saying that I was a little nervous after hearing last weeks comments from his coach.
Do we have any chance with Doering (sp) ?
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06-17-2004, 09:13 AM
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Do we have any chance with Doering (sp) ?
Brutus1- IMO it is a long shot but he will be visiting in the next few days plus his cousin goes to tOSU.
The things working against us include Alex Boone and the fact that others (Iowa, scUM, USC) seemed to have gotten a head start on us. He has been to Iowa something like 5 times already.
But he wants to play early and even with Boone he should be able to achieve that with tOSU.
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06-17-2004, 09:34 AM
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With Boone and Cordle, the Buckeyes can be selective with who they offer next on the O line. Having those two, along with Skinner, Person, Rehring, and Mitchum from last years class bodes very well for the Buckeyes future on the line. Plus, just about every lineman from this year will be back next year. The competition along the O line is going to be fierce to say the least!!  |
06-17-2004, 09:35 AM
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Hey, even if we don't get Doering, how could you not be excited about a tandem of Boone and Cordle?
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06-17-2004, 11:46 AM
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I'm excited he is now solid. He needs to work on recruiting now. We need a strong leader for this class.
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06-17-2004, 01:47 PM
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IMO, getting these guys that win games in the trenches should be our first priority. It's good to hear he's once again a strong commit.
What do you think guys? Is this kid good enough to come in and start as a true freshman?
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