Deandre Johnson commits

[Uncle Ruckus]

Miami kid with offers from Auburn, Cal, Tenn, USCe, and several other power five schools. Too bad he's only a 3 star *

 

[missouridawg]

Certainly has a great offer sheet and looks like we got a good one. Likely to be an early enrollee too. Hope we keep him!

 

[KurtRambis4]

This is what he posted.

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Im not disputing your post, just pointing out the ridiculousness of "commitments."

 

[dawgatUSM]

Good news is if he's an early enrollee those are usually drama free because they don't go into January and February.

 

[msstate7]

I'd certainly take my OVs if I were being recruited

 

[KurtRambis4]

I'm not disputing

that. I'd do the same. However, the statement "my recruitment is still open" seems to go against the whole commitment thing. That's the part I find ridiculous with these kids today.

 

[msstate7]

that. I'd do the same. However, the statement "my recruitment is still open" seems to go against the whole commitment thing. That's the part I find ridiculous with these kids today.

I agree

 

[Uncle Ruckus]

I agree. Even the most solid commitments like Kylin Hill say crap like that.

 

[coach66]

Just like most recruits he has made a reservation. Most don't call ahead if

cancelling.

 

[aTotal360]

Exactly. I don't even know why publicly "committing" is even a thing anymore. Actually, I do know. It's just for attention grabbing.

TV and premium sites are single handedly stoking the flames. The thought of a HS shutting down to see a kid pick up a hat is ridiculous. The pandering to kids by adults is out of control. I'm as bad as anyone in regards to paying attention to this crap. And I'll have to admit I'm on the cusp of saying screw following recruiting. It's a total **** show.

 

[Wizard.sixpack]

We are 3 star U!!!! That makes seventeen!! Will we ever turn the corner?******

 

[Hoover Dawg]

TV and premium sites are single handedly stoking the flames. The thought of a HS shutting down to see a kid pick up a hat is ridiculous. The pandering to kids by adults is out of control. I'm as bad as anyone in regards to paying attention to this crap. And I'll have to admit I'm on the cusp of saying screw following recruiting. It's a total **** show.

Why do you think the TV and premium sites do it? Because of middle class white guys like you, who follow it and are willing to pay. So don't blame them for trying to make money.

That said, you should follow through on saying screw it. I did and it has literally made no difference in my enjoyment of football.

 

[Drebin]

I agree. Even the most solid commitments like Kylin Hill say crap like that.

I don't have a problem with it. It gives them wiggle room. If something blows up with a coach, or an investigation, or whatever, they can pivot and do something else without looking too shady. Most of the time, they end up honoring their commitment.

 

[aTotal360]

I'm fully aware $$$ is the driving factor. My problem is the over sensationalization of it. All 5 star guys are billed as "the guy that can change your program" or "the next heisman winner". I don't blame them for doing it. I'm just saying it's ridiculous.

 

[ChinaDogSunflower]

They just want to feel the most love possible before they got to school

 

[coach66]

I'm with you.

nm

 

[patdog]

That said, you should follow through on saying screw it. I did and it has literally made no difference in my enjoyment of football.

It's actually probably enhanced my enjoyment of football. Or, more likely, slowed my decline in enjoyment of football.