DE Keith Wells (official thread)

[schwab]

Originally Posted by RB07OSU

Rivals $

Just came out on WarChant and apparently F will announce a post-Bowden plan soon. I don't have premium so if someone else wants to summarize they can. I thought it's a matter of interest on Wells due to coaching concerns.

ESPN - Sources: Fisher to replace Bowden at FSU when he retires - College Football

(If you don't wanna click on an ESPN link, I understand.)

Jimbo Fisher will be the next coach, when Bowden is done.

[starBUCKS]

Originally Posted by MililaniBuckeye

Uh, I don't recall any serious prospects bumping us from their list because of snow. Perhaps you can remind us of who they were...

It would take a little research because it doesn't come off the top of my head. But having that I worked in Coach Conley's office for a semester, I do know that this is a factor. And it's not that simple of bumping for snow. It's the visit enviroment. You don't have to get so supercilious about it.

[RB07OSU]

Originally Posted by starBUCKS

It would take a little research because it doesn't come off the top of my head. But having that I worked in Coach Conley's office for a semester, I do know that this is a factor. And it's not that simple of bumping for snow. It's the visit enviroment. You don't have to get so supercilious about it.

Visit environment isn't the end all but it helps. All the visits I took but one were on picture perfect days and made the visits really enjoyable. The one visit that had crappy weather I ruled that school out. It wasn't simply the weather but it's weird how it worked out. It does seem to put a bit of a damper on the day. That being said, if Wells enjoys the visit, I doubt it will have much of an impact on his decision.

[MililaniBuckeye]

Originally Posted by starBUCKS

It would take a little research because it doesn't come off the top of my head. But having that I worked in Coach Conley's office for a semester, I do know that this is a factor. And it's not that simple of bumping for snow. It's the visit enviroment. You don't have to get so supercilious about it.

A few kids may suddenly get turned off by the prospect of cold/bad weather, but by-and-large prospects from warmer regions already know what they're getting into if they're seriously considering Ohio State.

Originally Posted by RB07OSU

Visit environment isn't the end all but it helps. All the visits I took but one were on picture perfect days and made the visits really enjoyable. The one visit that had crappy weather I ruled that school out. It wasn't simply the weather but it's weird how it worked out. It does seem to put a bit of a damper on the day. That being said, if Wells enjoys the visit, I doubt it will have much of an impact on his decision.

I would like to know just how serious you were about the school you dumped on account of the weather. Not slamming you personally, but prospects who blow off a school just because of how the weather was on that particular day probably aren't evaluating the school fully.

[RB07OSU]

Originally Posted by MililaniBuckeye

I would like to know just how serious you were about the school you dumped on account of the weather. Not slamming you personally, but prospects who blow off a school just because of how the weather was on that particular day probably aren't evaluating the school fully.

There were other factors much more important than what the weather was that day (like finding a degree so I could cover OSU football one day) and every recruit will evaluate much further. Mostly I agree with you though...you'll be hard pressed to find a recruit that because of how the weather is one day, that they won't select a school. It's probably the smallest of factors but even though a kid from the south knows it's cold up north, being in during 20 degree weather in a snow storm is a harsh reality (I myself was shocked how cold it was when I went outside today). In the grand scheme of things though, I wish it was better weather for Wells' visit but I doubt it plays much of a factor if we blow Wells and momma away.

[buchtelgrad04]

Well didn't Terrelle Pryor say North Carolina was his "dream school" but didn't want to go there because it was "too hot"? Maybe it was another factor, but I do recall that statement.

[Elephant]

Wells knows its going to be cold tomorrow when he makes it up there. He plans on wearing his cold gear for sure. I don't think it bothers him that much. This visit is going to tell the story of this recruitment. He very interested in Ohio State and is vulnerable right now due to the Florida State concerns. If the visit goes well and mother is okay with it then Ohio State will be his choice. Such a well spoken kid!

['BusNative]

Originally Posted by Elephant

Wells knows its going to be cold tomorrow when he makes it up there. He plans on wearing his cold gear for sure. I don't think it bothers him that much. This visit is going to tell the story of this recruitment. He very interested in Ohio State and is vulnerable right now due to the Florida State concerns. If the visit goes well and mother is okay with it then Ohio State will be his choice. Such a well spoken kid!

Thats a helluva statement, El. I hope you're right. This should be a fun weekend for the recruits, given how many will be floating around, no matter what the weather is.

[wadc45]

Originally Posted by Elephant

Wells knows its going to be cold tomorrow when he makes it up there. He plans on wearing his cold gear for sure. I don't think it bothers him that much. This visit is going to tell the story of this recruitment. He very interested in Ohio State and is vulnerable right now due to the Florida State concerns. If the visit goes well and mother is okay with it then Ohio State will be his choice. Such a well spoken kid!

How does the decision for Jumbo Fisher to follow Bowden as the next coach at FSU impact the situation? I would imagine Fisher was involved with Keith's recruitment and knowing he is going to be there has to help FSU's chances of holding on to many of their defensive recruits, I would imagine.

[westbuck04]

Isn't Fisher an Offensive Coordinator? Can't imagine he's had too much contact with Keith.

[Elephant]

Not sure about the Fisher deal... And don't get me wrong I am not calling him to Ohio State at all nor am I saying this is just a free trip he is wanting to take just to see the world. This trip will tell the tale of Keith Wells! It has been on his mind for a while. Lets just wait and see.... He has been asking questions all week about ohio state and I have been trying my best to give him the info. The person I told him he needed to meet was Big Vernon

['BusNative]

Originally Posted by Elephant

Not sure about the Fisher deal... And don't get me wrong I am not calling him to Ohio State at all nor am I saying this is just a free trip he is wanting to take just to see the world. This trip will tell the tale of Keith Wells! It has been on his mind for a while. Lets just wait and see.... He has been asking questions all week about ohio state and I have been trying my best to give him the info. The person I told him he needed to meet was Big Vernon

Hopefully on better terms than the last time Big Vern and Henne met...

[Elephant]

Coach Haynes has done a great job with Keith. Ohio State has been very active on their part. At the same time, Keith has been asking a ton of questions. Iv been telling him all week that his head is going to explode when he sees that campus and stadium, along with the new Woody Hayes Center.

[wadc45]

Originally Posted by westbuck04

Isn't Fisher an Offensive Coordinator? Can't imagine he's had too much contact with Keith.

I meant offensive recruits...my mistake.

[BrutusBobcat]

Originally Posted by MililaniBuckeye

then the snow's a non-factor.

Says the guy hanging out in Hawaii while the rest of us are shoveling four inches of snow!

Fortunately, it's supposed to warm up and melt by the weekend, but it's freezing here right now.