http://www.sportingnews.com/ncaa-ba...th-carolina-villanova-roy-williams-jay-wright


Good read...maybe experience does matter?

https://minnesota.n.rivals.com/news/spring-prospect-watch-jordy-tshimanga

Above is what I saw from a full game video this morning. I was pretty impressed. Liked him way more than I liked Mo Walker at the same stage (when Mo was a prep) which is the best comparison I can think of. This guy is much nastier, more aggressive, way more effort. Have a look at some of the video. I pointed out time markers in my write-up which could help you make it a quicker watch.

Also, his visit is a family thing. Brother, father is coming in from his weekly work travels, maybe more. This is a family trip to help the young man find the right place.

Oh Canada

Alright, no idea on a draft time yet. This year we will be doing a $25 buy in. I'll set up a PayPal account or something equivalent. 12 teams atleast. I set it up so you should have emails. Should be fun.

I know Kill loved him some Klein. But our lines never seemed to take that next step. Has Claeys and Miller pushed Klein to change how he builds the OL up? Seems tha Miller wants his OL to have more drive and lower strength.

Click here. Thoughts?

GOLD ROSTER
OFFENSIVE LINE
76 Calhoun, Vincent
74 Connelly, Nick
70 Fahning, Chad (injured)
60 Leidner, Matt
58 Oseland, Quinn
79 Pirsig, Jonah
53 Rasmussen, Luke
62 Weyler, Jared

QUARTERBACKS
17 Green, Seth
15 Rhoda, Conor

RUNNING BACKS
27 Johannesson, James
24 Smith, Rodney

TIGHT ENDS
44 Beebe, Colton
45 Hart, Nick (injured)
80 Wozniak, Nate

WIDE RECEIVERS
19 Conway, Michael (injured)
20 Mayer, Adam
26 Smith, Brian
88 Still, Rashad
5 Streveler, Chris
82 Wolitarsky, Drew

DEFENSIVE LINE
46 DeLattiboudere, Winston
92 Devers, Tai’yon
95 Ekpe, Hendrick
93 Jackson, Merrick
90 Renner, Sam (injured)
99 Stelter, Andrew
52 Timms, Yoshoub

LINEBACKERS
13 Celestin, Jonathan
59 Dixon, Ray
20 Huff, Julian
56 Rallis, Nick
15 Williams, Everett

DEFENSIVE BACKS
4 Ayinde, Adekunle
22 Gorgen, Joey (injured)
24 Hardin, KiAnte
17 Huff, Jacob
2 Johnson, Dior
5 Myrick, Jalen
6 Rogers, Ace (injured)

SPECIALISTS
38 Carpenter, Emmit
39 Hansen, Trey
33 Harte, Andrew
47 Herbers, Jacob
40 Samuels, Chase

COACHES // STAFF
Rob Reeves, Bart Miller, Pat Poore, Adam Weber, William Peagler, Jay Sawvel, Mike Sherels, Terry Szucs, Keanon Cooper

WHITE ROSTER
OFFENSIVE LINE
61 Dovich, Bronson
75 Kuehn, Noah
55 Mayes, Connor
71 Moore, Tyler
66 Stieber, Ted
78 Wright, Garrison

QUARTERBACKS
11 Croft, Demry
7 Leidner, Mitch (injured)

RUNNING BACKS
8 Brooks, Shannon
28 Femi-Cole, Jonathan

TIGHT ENDS
81 Anyanwu, Duke (injured)
86 Lingen, Brandon (injured)
49 Witham, Bryce

WIDE RECEIVERS
22 Borchardt, Jeff (injured)
9 Carter, Eric
2 Gentry, Isaiah (injured)
21 Holland Jr., Melvin
89 Morse, Matt
84 Reger, Will
12 Register, Hunter

DEFENSIVE LLINE
97 Ekpe, Scott
87 Elmore, Gaelin
3 Gibson, Jerry (injured)
94 Hall, Mose
91 Kafo, Julien
98 Lapham, Kevin
19 Moore, Gary
96 Richardson, Steven

LINEBACKERS
32 Barber, Thomas
36 Cashman, Blake
50 Lynn, Jack
12 Poock, Cody (injured)
35 Waters, Jaylen
48 Weber, Blake

DEFENSIVE BACKS
25 Buford, Ray
14 Craighton, Zo
8 McGhee, Duke (injured)
34 Shenault, Antonio
40 Starks, Alexander
7 Travis, Damarius

SPECIALISTS
25 Jordahl, Payton
42 Juenemann, Justin
34 McElfresh, Logan
18 Santoso, Ryan

COACHES // STAFF
Jay Johnson, Brian Anderson, Jeff Phelps, Dan O’Brien, Adam Hippe, Keith Jordan, Lee Grimes, Owen Jordan

Taking a 9 on hole #1 with a 6 putt from 3 feet. Just horrible to watch. You can cure the " shank", but the "yips" have struck down many a golfer. My Master picks got blown to hell with Ricky Fowler shooting an 80 and Bubba with a 76. How about old Tom Watson at two over. On a sad note, Arnie has really gone down hill from last year. Did not look good in the ceremony tee shot segment.

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I would think OL kids would LOVE to play for this guy.

@Ryan James ....any more info if there is indeed another valuable player transferring?

Marcus R. Fuller ‏@GophersNow 45m45 minutes ago


Lot of offensive fireworks today in #Gophers spring practice. Brooks, Smith, Still & Register big plays

Eric Wilson and Nico Bolden, two of the states top recruits, said they will attend the spring game on Saturday.
Eric Anojei said he is planning to attend, but is not 100% sure.

Other in-state prospects who said they will attend are Malik Lofton and Thomas Hennessy. We'll add more to the list as we get confirmation.

I am thinking of providing a new service to you all.

I thought we could rate each thread with a score card. As follows:
The number of posts before the CrakerJack crowd starts with the frivilous humorless posts and a second score for the percentage of posts in the first ten that are sophmoric and meaningless to the thread.
For instance a score of 3-20 would be three legimate posts before the thread deteriorates and 20% of the first ten posts are frivilous.

Any thoughts?

http://www.gophersports.com/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/040616aaa.html

* I enjoy reading these, gives good insight

The title is a big misleading, I actually talked to his brother who is handling all the recruiting stuff.

But it looks like Jordy will be taking his time on this. Arizona does seem to still be involved although I feel like they are stringing him along. Nebraska wants him for sure, he will visit there next. I was told by a person out east like myself who is a national guy that BC was expected to be the favorite this winter but that seems to be gone now.

Anyway, read what his brother said about Minnesota and recruiting below.

https://minnesota.n.rivals.com/news/tshimanga-talks-recruiting

Also, this is what three scouts said about Jordy. First is a coach who is recruiting him right now.

"Jordy is a big man! Right now he is a good defensive big man. Solid hands. But more of a defensive big"

"He's just ok. Bug but fights to stay in shape. Grinder. Has some toughness."

"Good, tough player. He is hard to move but he will move you. A grinder."

Jordy Tshimanga is visiting Minnesota this weekend his brother just told us after a question.

They are also visiting Nebraska the following weekend. They were recently to visit Arizona too but it never happened.

Here is his Rivals profile page:

https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/maple/158321

Jordy was at one point in the Rivals 150 I believe.

Another guy that could use the scholarship of Dorsey or a guy that could replace a potential transfer.

during the home games.

THis would be a NICE get for the gophers. He is immediately eligible and has good size and skill. With departing Dorsey, they need someone

"Milwaukee transfer Akeem Springs told @CBSSports he will visit both Ole Miss and Minnesota this weekend. Immediately eligible for 16-17."

I watched the video interviews on 'the other site' and watching Leidner as a Senior I have to say I'm really impressed with how he's grown up. We as fans look at these players as pawns sometimes and forget they are literally children in many ways, especially when they first start out. Watching Leidner's interviews, he is SO MUCH more grown up than he was a few years ago - the way he handles questions and is confident in himself is great to watch. That's got to be just as rewarding as coaches watching these kids become men as it is watching their accomplishments on the field.

Not just as a fan of the game, but I'm really rooting for Leidner to have a great Senior campaign. The kid deserves it.

I was shocked today to see that Mitch Leidner is considered a very draftable QB prospect in 2017, at this relatively early stage. I like him and think he mostly gets a bum rap around here but I never saw future NFL guy in him.

• Walter Football ranks him #8 QB prospect overall, including juniors-to-be
• NFLDraftScout.com has him #5 QB among seniors-to-be

Those position rankings are well above what any of our CBs have posted at any time, and above any recent player besides Maxx. In fact I don't think any Gopher QB has rated that highly in my memory.

Has the general WR deficit during his time sandbagged a much better QB than we thought? Or is this a way of saying Mitch has come a long way in his time here and should have a monster senior year? I hope.

Or is it a bunch of internet guys who saw his size and 4 year starter -- but no tape -- and assumed he must be a prospect?

Junior receiver Denzell Fondungallah, who attends nearby Cretin Derham Hall in St. Paul, will be at Thursday's practice.

Fondungallah holds an offer from Cornell.

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https://minnesota.n.rivals.com/news/spring-football-offense-tailors-receiving-unit-s-strengths - Receiving unit will be better under Johnson strategy

https://minnesota.n.rivals.com/news/5-things-we-learned-at-gophers-spring-practice - 5 things we learned from spring practice w/ video from Claeys

Recruits- Eric Wilson and Levi Duwa main prospects on site with offers.

What's your take here? I've heard rumors of them not being very good, however I've seen no evidence to support that based on the fact that it seems he's developed pretty good relationships with the local talent. Also would be curious to hear your thoughts on how he compares with the former coaches (Clem, Monson, Tubby) and how they were perceived locally.

Just interested to know.. What was the most exciting game?? I am feeling a bit nostalgic today and was hoping you would fill in what the players were like during that exciting game.. The different personalities on the team and how they handled pressure, excitement, or disappointment.. Just was hoping you would share some of your better memories of that great Gopher team.

I put an article together on Springs including notes on his game, his numbers, a bit of video, and an interview from last August. Have a look, like the scouting notes the best and love the dive to seal the game against UWGB.

https://minnesota.n.rivals.com/news/transfer-akeem-springs-to-visit-minnesota