Recruiting 2025 Recruiting Thread- 3* DL Riser Jeramiah McCloud commits

[AuggieDosta]

We lost out on a portal WR to Syracuse .
Yes the mighty Orange from Syracuse that hasnt been worth a **** in 25 years

When he doesn't see the field ENOUGH for his liking this year, and then transfers out, I'll remember to ask you, "Orange you glad we missed on him?"

 

[GatorJ]

We lost out on a portal WR to Syracuse .
Yes the mighty Orange from Syracuse that hasnt been worth a **** in 25 years

I don’t think he even visited. Looks like his grades were really bad. He got stalemated at admissions.

 

[TN G8tr]

All these years and I still can't tell if ox is serious or not.

Seriously, not serious.

 

[AuggieDosta]

As to the lineman out of USC, I'm hearing that our staff is happy with our line situation and may want to consider WR as more of a need to fill.
Also hearing that they're slow to react because they have their own analysis and grading to establish on a player AFTER they land in the portal. Also hearing that this staff understands they're slow and are working to get faster and more efficient.

Do I believe all the above, or like it?
Turn in next week, same time, same channel to find out.

Until then, keep it sunny Gator Congregation Nation!

 

[jdh5484]

All these years and I still can't tell if ox is serious or not.

 

[Silverback Gator]

We lost out on a portal WR to Syracuse .
Yes the mighty Orange from Syracuse that hasnt been worth a **** in 25 years

Remove players Belly coached at Louisiana, Which of his portal acquisitions have been real contributors besides Pearsall? Point being, they do not get players that can start at an SEC school so it doesn't really matter. Just like we missed LBs and OL Belly let transfer out when he was hired, if we have some OL injuries and lack of quality depth to fill the holes, we will likely wonder what could have been if they landed the IOL from USC. But today, staff feels good about our OL. That would be coming from his non play calling Assistant OC Sale.

 

[Gator By Marriage]

As to the lineman out of USC, I'm hearing that our staff is happy with our line situation and may want to consider WR as more of a need to fill.
Also hearing that they're slow to react because they have their own analysis and grading to establish on a player AFTER they land in the portal. Also hearing that this staff understands they're slow and are working to get faster and more efficient.

Do I believe all the above, or like it?
Turn in next week, same time, same channel to find out.

Until then, keep it sunny Gator Congregation Nation!

In this particular case, I'm not sure what there is to evaluate. The lineman in question, Jason Zandamela, a Tampa product, was a recruit in the most recent class ('24) and lasted at USCw for all of four months before deciding he wanted to come back to the state Florida. Since we offered him a scholly when he was coming out of HS and he's had no opportunity to play a single down for anybody, what could possibly have changed in the last four months? Unless it's an injury or a discipline issue, it should be a no brainer.

 

[AuggieDosta]

In this particular case, I'm not sure what there is to evaluate. The lineman in question, Jason Zandamela, a Tampa product, was a recruit in the most recent class ('24) and lasted at USCw for all of four months before deciding he wanted to come back to the state Florida. Since we offered him a scholly when he was coming out of HS and he's had no opportunity to play a single down for anybody, what could possibly have changed in the last four months? Unless it's an injury or a discipline issue, it should be a no brainer.

Agreed, and I would take him. But I think CBN and staff are "happy with their current o-line" and, therefore, aren't willing to upset that room and don't want to spend the slot on him since they're at or near capacity and may want to, instead, go after another target like a WR.

 

[soflagator]

Since we offered him a scholly when he was coming out of HS and he's had no opportunity to play a single down for anybody, what could possibly have changed in the last four months? Unless it's an injury or a discipline issue, it should be a no brainer.

I think this answers your own question.

And your logic is indisputable. We were relegated to in home visits with PWO’s the week of NSD. Theres zero justification for us not pushing for him.

 

[Gator By Marriage]

Agreed, and I would take him. But I think CBN and staff are "happy with their current o-line" and, therefore, aren't willing to upset that room and don't want to spend the slot on him since they're at or near capacity and may want to, instead, go after another target like a WR.

I won't give you a facepalm, because you're just the messenger, but to turn away a 4* OL guy you once recruited who has 4 seasons of eligibility left - from Tampa no less - is moronic. So, CBN this is for you:

 

[Swamp Donkey]

it should be a no brainer.

The entire football program is a no-brainer right now.

 

[Swamp Donkey]

I think this answers your own question.

And your logic is indisputable. We were relegated to in home visits with PWO’s the week of NSD. Theres zero justification for us not pushing for him.

Billy has the roster he wants. Until October, then he doesnt have enough talent to win bc Mullen.

 

[TN G8tr]

Not sure if in another thread but....maybe making some room for the OLine.

MSN

 

[abefroman]

The entire football program is a no-brainer right now.

I so miss Demps and his blockers

 

[soflagator]

I so miss Demps and his blockers

I loved Demps, but that play is a perfect snapshot of how inept we were in the coaching department. His busting that play and scoring nearly cost us the game, as we had no answer for Rogers and Matthews. Should’ve been told to get the first and as much as he could but not score. VU only had one TO left and we could’ve iced it inside their 5. But we were probably too busy making threatening faces at Clay Burton because he wasn’t an actual TE.

 

[FireFoley]

Not sure if in another thread but....maybe making some room for the OLine.

MSN

There is ALWAYS room for Offensive Linemen, especially those that might be able to play.

 

[Slug]

You have been out for quite some time.

Burn

 

[Alagator]

Well, this will certainly help with recruiting!

Forbes has named UF "New Ivy"

Forbes names the University of Florida a “New Ivy” for its output of outstanding graduates

<p>The University of Florida has been recognized by Forbes as one of 10 public “New Ivies” for producing exceptional and highly employable graduates. UF is the only Florida institution on the list.</p>

t.co

 

[Homer J]

Well, this will certainly help with recruiting!

Forbes has named UF "New Ivy"

Forbes names the University of Florida a “New Ivy” for its output of outstanding graduates

<p>The University of Florida has been recognized by Forbes as one of 10 public “New Ivies” for producing exceptional and highly employable graduates. UF is the only Florida institution on the list.</p>

t.co

UGA is listed.

The Public Ivies and Little Ivies Explained | BestColleges

The Ivy League is well known for its academic prowess, which is why many other colleges use the "Ivy" label to showcase their prestige.

www.bestcolleges.com

 

[Swamp Donkey]

UGA is listed.

The Public Ivies and Little Ivies Explained | BestColleges

The Ivy League is well known for its academic prowess, which is why many other colleges use the "Ivy" label to showcase their prestige.

www.bestcolleges.com

GA Tech?