TexasTiger 12,835 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) Updated (12/30/16) - Malik chooses AU! ??? pic.twitter.com/vpBqZRnObM — 〽alik Willis (@Willis_Malik7) December 30, 2016 Boom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! War Eagle! — Coach Gus Malzahn (@CoachGusMalzahn) December 30, 2016 Waaaarrrrrr Eagle!!!!!! Big day! — Rhett Lashlee (@rhettlashlee) December 30, 2016 Updated (12/29/16) - Decommits from Virginia Tech Malik Willis, QB Atlanta, GA (Roswell) Ht 6-2 | Wt 188 | 40 4.63 Profile AU offered & is in hot pursuit Offered as a QB by AU Already 8 crystal ball picks for AU in a few hours He's a January enrollee so he could commit to AU very soon Willis led his team to the Georgia Class 7A state finals, where it lost to powerhouse Grayson 23-20 in overtime Completed 184 of 304 passes (61%) for 2,562 yards, 27 TD passes, & 9 INTs on the season Rushed for 1,033 yards on 140 carries (7.38 yards per carry) & 10 rushing TDs The AJC named Willis AAAAAAA Region 4 Player of the Year Edited January 1, 2017 by ellitor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 1 hour ago, TexasTiger said: He's decommitted from Va Tech and has an AU offer: http://www.scout.com/player/204744-malik-willis Just got home from working basketball and was about to make a thread on him. I will edit the OP instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasTiger 12,835 Posted December 30, 2016 Author Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) 17 minutes ago, ellitor said: Just got home from working basketball and was about to make a thread on him. I will edit the OP instead. Thanks. Edited December 30, 2016 by ellitor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I am perplexed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 1 minute ago, The Plainsman said: I am perplexed. Why? The staff always wanted a high school QB in the class. They likely just kept Willis under wraps til they had finality on Narcisse. He's a project but I like Willis's upside better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Just now, ellitor said: Why? The staff always wanted a high school QB in the class. They likely just kept Willis under wraps til they had finality on Narcisse. He's a project but I like Willis's upside better. I like the upside too honestly,. And VaTech seems to find these types of guys pretty well. I just wonder why he is so far under the radar. The offer list with AU on it now is just not something you see everyday.... To put it frankly, this is just a numbers offer IMO and I do not mean that in anyway to disrespect the young prospect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 3 minutes ago, The Plainsman said: I like the upside too honestly,. And VaTech seems to find these types of guys pretty well. I just wonder why he is so far under the radar. The offer list with AU on it now is just not something you see everyday.... To put it frankly, this is just a numbers offer IMO and I do not mean that in anyway to disrespect the young prospect. AU has been on him for months but just now let it out. I think it's more than just a numbers offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 1 minute ago, ellitor said: AU has been on him for months but just now let it out. I think it's more than just a numbers offer. Thanks... I guess once the Narcisse "re-flirt" happened I was perplexed too... I just don't see why we need a H.S QB in this class is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaitopher 807 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 This kid has really impressive highlights. He is fast, shifty, runs the read option well and appears to have a decent arm. I like the offer. Lots of potential with him. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 6 minutes ago, The Plainsman said: Thanks... I guess once the Narcisse "re-flirt" happened I was perplexed too... I just don't see why we need a H.S QB in this class is all. @lionheartkc can answer this much better than me as he was pushing 2 for the 2018 class but I'll give it a shot. 1. Stidham likely won't be here after 2 years and may leave after 1. 2. Sean will be gone in 2 years. 3. JF3 will transfer or be gone in 1 year. 4. Woody is struggling to develop on and off the field. 5. All signs point to Queen not being a good option in a real game down the line 6. Joey has loads of upside but has not taken many snaps at QB his Soph & Jr seasons high school. It will take him at least 1 but more likely 2 years in college to develop. Based on the above AU needs the QB depth and if all goes well for Malik in development & what not he could be ready as a JR or RS Soph after 2 years when Sean is gone & likely Stidham too. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerbrotha12 2,362 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 36 minutes ago, The Plainsman said: Thanks... I guess once the Narcisse "re-flirt" happened I was perplexed too... I just don't see why we need a H.S QB in this class is all. Because why not. If he's good enough to come in and win the job at some point, i like it fine. Looks quick, can throw in the run, fairly big guy, I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AU80cruiser 1,102 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I randomly looked at georgias playoff brackets last week to see who played Grayson for the championship. Turns out it was Roswell. Too bad i missed recording that game or i might have already known who Malik Willis is. I like him better than Beniko Harley because his passing skills look better Imo although id love to give beniko a shot at safety or corner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milehighfan 1,240 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Ask the turds if you can ever have enough quarterbacks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarDamnEagleWDE 12,737 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Kid is a Nick Marshall clone. I'm pretty excited about the offer. Light years better than Bishop and JF3. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarDamnEagleWDE 12,737 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 8 hours ago, The Plainsman said: Thanks... I guess once the Narcisse "re-flirt" happened I was perplexed too... I just don't see why we need a H.S QB in this class is all. Need to take at least one high school QB in every class. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 5 hours ago, AU80cruiser said: I randomly looked at georgias playoff brackets last week to see who played Grayson for the championship. Turns out it was Roswell. Too bad i missed recording that game or i might have already known who Malik Willis is. I like him better than Beniko Harley because his passing skills look better Imo although id love to give beniko a shot at safety or corner. Who? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steeleagle 2,945 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 9 hours ago, ellitor said: @lionheartkc can answer this much better than me as he was pushing 2 for the 2018 class but I'll give it a shot. 1. Stidham likely won't be here after 2 years and may leave after 1. 2. Sean will be gone in 2 years. 3. JF3 will transfer or be gone in 1 year. 4. Woody is struggling to develop on and off the field. 5. All signs point to Queen not being a good option in a real game down the line 6. Joey has loads of upside but has not taken many snaps at QB his Soph & Jr seasons high school. It will take him at least 1 but more likely 2 years in college to develop. Based on the above AU needs the QB depth and if all goes well for Malik in development & what not he could be ready as a JR or RS Soph after 2 years when Sean is gone & likely Stidham too. Haven't heard about this. Any insight as to what areas he is having issues with on the field? Is it is passing? And i assume 'off the field' is his grades? I wondered how much of a project these type guys end up being. We never know since we only see their HS film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AU80cruiser 1,102 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) 50 minutes ago, ellitor said: Who? https://www.aufamily.com/forums/topic/154274-baniko-harley/ Edited December 30, 2016 by AU80cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steeleagle 2,945 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 10 hours ago, TexasTiger said: Atlanta, GA (Roswell) Ht 6-2 Wt 188 40 4.63 Profile AU offered & is in hot pursuit Offered as a QB by AU Already 8 crystal ball picks for AU in a few hours He's a January enrollee so he could commit to AU very soon Willis led his team to the Georgia Class 7A state finals, where it lost to powerhouse Grayson 23-20 in overtime. Completed 184 of 304 passes (61%) for 2,562 yards, 27 TD passes, & 9 INTs on the season Rushed for 1,033 yards on 140 carries (7.38 yards per carry) & 10 rushing TDs. We are having video editing problems again. Here is his Sr film I noticed his jersey says Westlake. Isn't that the school Cam went to in HS? Did Willis go there too? Thought it was Roswell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 1 minute ago, steeleagle said: I noticed his jersey says Westlake. Isn't that the school Cam went to in HS? Did Willis go there too? Thought it was Roswell. Must have transferred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellitor 33,091 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 4 minutes ago, steeleagle said: Haven't heard about this. There was a thread on it a week ago in the football forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnphan 6,050 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Can never have enough arms, just need a coach for those arms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WDE_OxPx_2010 5,297 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Solid. I was hoping for a HS QB. We would regret not having another, see this year and last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexava 6,973 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 10 hours ago, ellitor said: @lionheartkc can answer this much better than me as he was pushing 2 for the 2018 class but I'll give it a shot. 1. Stidham likely won't be here after 2 years and may leave after 1. 2. Sean will be gone in 2 years. 3. JF3 will transfer or be gone in 1 year. 4. Woody is struggling to develop on and off the field. 5. All signs point to Queen not being a good option in a real game down the line 6. Joey has loads of upside but has not taken many snaps at QB his Soph & Jr seasons high school. It will take him at least 1 but more likely 2 years in college to develop. Based on the above AU needs the QB depth and if all goes well for Malik in development & what not he could be ready as a JR or RS Soph after 2 years when Sean is gone & likely Stidham too. I hope this is somewhat correct but i aint drafting him yet. Good selling point to recruits tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionheartkc 6,150 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) 11 hours ago, ellitor said: @lionheartkc can answer this much better than me as he was pushing 2 for the 2018 class but I'll give it a shot. 1. Stidham likely won't be here after 2 years and may leave after 1. 2. Sean will be gone in 2 years. 3. JF3 will transfer or be gone in 1 year. 4. Woody is struggling to develop on and off the field. 5. All signs point to Queen not being a good option in a real game down the line 6. Joey has loads of upside but has not taken many snaps at QB his Soph & Jr seasons high school. It will take him at least 1 but more likely 2 years in college to develop. Based on the above AU needs the QB depth and if all goes well for Malik in development & what not he could be ready as a JR or RS Soph after 2 years when Sean is gone & likely Stidham too. Or.... to simplify... we need to build in some depth for 2019 or we give history a chance to repeat itself. We have to give ourselves the best shot at having 2-3 QBs who can successfully lead the team every year, in case of injuries and to avoid relying on freshmen or having to find/land high quality transfers. Edited December 30, 2016 by lionheartkc 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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