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Six Still In The Mix For Green

  • http://michigan.247sports.com/Article/Top247-RB-Derrick-Green-trims-his-list-to-six-schools-83292

    Richmond (Va.) Hermitage Top247 running back Derrick Green was hoping to have his top-13 schools narrowed to five by the end of this week. He ended up getting it down to six.

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  • Ah, the consistently changing saga of Mr. Green... he's consistently said he was planning to announce AFTER signing day (his Mom's B-Day I believe). Now he doesn't have a timeline for a decision.

    A year ago he was a life long OSU & Eddie George fan. Then he became smitten w/ Clemson. Next he was feeling the love from Ole Miss, then Auburn. Finally, he supposedly almost comitted to UM while in Ann Arbor at the BBQ. Now that OSU & Clemson have closed the door on him, they're out. Greg Bryant looks like he's headed to Auburn so Green likely won't end up there. I'd have to guess either UM or VT at this point... but if he waits too long UM might not have room for him either.

    prtyskoolgrad

  • prtyskoolgrad said...

    Ah, the consistently changing saga of Mr. Green... he's consistently said he was planning to announce AFTER signing day (his Mom's B-Day I believe). Now he doesn't have a timeline for a decision.

    A year ago he was a life long OSU & Eddie George fan. Then he became smitten w/ Clemson. Next he was feeling the love from Ole Miss, then Auburn. Finally, he supposedly almost comitted to UM while in Ann Arbor at the BBQ. Now that OSU & Clemson have closed the door on him, they're out. Greg Bryant looks like he's headed to Auburn so Green likely won't end up there. I'd have to guess either UM or VT at this point... but if he waits too long UM might not have room for him either.

    Yep. He should have all the information he needs. My twocents? Watch us hear he wants to focus on his HS season, and worry about it in December.

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  • Great points all around here Steve. As of this minute, I do feel Michigan is the team to beat. But as you pointed out, that may not necessarily be the case as this continues to unfold.

    While the Michigan State game is clearly Michigan's biggest home game in 2012, it's not until October 20. If I'm Michigan, I'd honestly be tempted to push for an official visit for the home opener. While the atmosphere may not be quite what it'll be on October 20, it may still be enough to push the Wolverines over the edge and secure a commitment. Otherwise, waiting until October 20 gives other schools ample opportunity to get him on campus for an official and begin to swing the pendulum in their favor.

    And with the significant amount of buzz surrounding the Wolverines heading into this season, I think there will still be a very good atmosphere at the home opener regardless of what happens in the Alabama game.

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  • add in a fun filled trip to Nike..err I mean Oregon and I'm liking Berkley Edwards more and more

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  • I really don't feel like those other schools really compare....i really do feel we're out in front by a lot

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  • Todd Worly said...

    Great points all around here Steve. As of this minute, I do feel Michigan is the team to beat. But as you pointed out, that may not necessarily be the case as this continues to unfold.

    While the Michigan State game is clearly Michigan's biggest home game in 2012, it's not until October 20. If I'm Michigan, I'd honestly be tempted to push for an official visit for the home opener. While the atmosphere may not be quite what it'll be on October 20, it may still be enough to push the Wolverines over the edge and secure a commitment. Otherwise, waiting until October 20 gives other schools ample opportunity to get him on campus for an official and begin to swing the pendulum in their favor.

    And with the significant amount of buzz surrounding the Wolverines heading into this season, I think there will still be a very good atmosphere at the home opener regardless of what happens in the Alabama game.

    Great points Todd. Michigan needs to lock this up in the next month or so. I would make a hard sell for the Air Force game. It will be nationally televised, and he could have the whole wine and cheese party to himself.

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  • prtyskoolgrad said...

    Ah, the consistently changing saga of Mr. Green... he's consistently said he was planning to announce AFTER signing day (his Mom's B-Day I believe). Now he doesn't have a timeline for a decision.

    A year ago he was a life long OSU & Eddie George fan. Then he became smitten w/ Clemson. Next he was feeling the love from Ole Miss, then Auburn. Finally, he supposedly almost comitted to UM while in Ann Arbor at the BBQ. Now that OSU & Clemson have closed the door on him, they're out. Greg Bryant looks like he's headed to Auburn so Green likely won't end up there. I'd have to guess either UM or VT at this point... but if he waits too long UM might not have room for him either.

    This is basically what we (Michigan fans) were telling OSU fans when they started thinking they had a shot at Jordan Diamond last year after he had a really strong visit to Columbus.

    Dizzo

  • Getting Green would just be the icing on the cake to an already stellar class for you guys. Good luck!

    WintersComing

  • My heart wants Oregon but my gut is telling me VA Tech.

    die yankees die

  • Moon said...

    I really don't feel like those other schools really compare....i really do feel we're out in front by a lot

    agreed, especially if AU drops off the board for him. Anything can happen but I think in the end he's Blue.

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  • die yankees die said...

    My heart wants Oregon but my gut is telling me VA Tech.

    Your gut is wrong.

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  • If he wants to be a great running back at a school with RB tradition like no other, then obviously Virginia Tech is the place to go. He even dyed the top of his head Hokie orange.

    Charlie H

  • Charlie H said...

    If he wants to be a great running back at a school with RB tradition like no other, then obviously Virginia Tech is the place to go. He even dyed the top of his head Hokie orange.

    Or go to a team the beat the Hokies...

    SuhOwnsYou

  • Charlie H said...

    If he wants to be a great running back at a school with RB tradition like no other, then obviously Virginia Tech is the place to go. He even dyed the top of his head Hokie orange.

    This guy is going to be so hurt when Green chooses Michigan.

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  • Nothing wrong with VA Tech but don't compare running back tradition at Va Tech with UM...that is just stupid

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  • die yankees die said...

    My heart wants Oregon but my gut is telling me VA Tech.

    lol

    Va Tech is there as hometown favorite. This is between Michigan and AU.

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  • Can a player take more then 1 official visit to the same school? And I assume they could take an official and unofficial in short proximity also to the same school?

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  • die yankees die said...

    My heart wants Oregon but my gut is telling me VA Tech.

    Hey- is that u Sam Webb? moon. lol.

    Slugjuice

  • Charlie H said...

    If he wants to be a great running back at a school with RB tradition like no other, then obviously Virginia Tech is the place to go. He even dyed the top of his head Hokie orange.

    Huhh, great running back tradition? Auburn puts backs in the league, and doesnt stop at making them famous on campus!fingergun

    sugar_ray97

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  • The fact that Ole Miss is even mentioned following a 2-10 season speaks wonders of the job that Coach Freeze is doing. Here's to hoping for miracles.

    CantFindOmaha

  • I can almost guarantee he's not going to tech. They only recruit thugs from tidewater and Derrick is no thug

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  • War Eagle..

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