AuburnNTexas 7,128 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 4 minutes ago, steeleagle said: I just wonder if it wouldn't be a better idea to let Friend go, and bring in an NFL OL coach. Now you have an OC/QB coach and an OL coach to bring NFL type experience to Harsin's staff, and it might help for recruits to see that especially for OL and RBs. Maybe but as many have said relationships count we would be starting over with many of these kids that Friend has been recruiting for over a year. There are pluses and minus with both options we just need to see what happens after Davis arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLoofus 35,182 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 11 minutes ago, AuburnNTexas said: Maybe but as many have said relationships count we would be starting over with many of these kids that Friend has been recruiting for over a year. From what folks are saying, though, it sounds like Friend hasn't actually been doing that to a level that justifies retaining him. We've seen a lot of recruiting pics lately. I've seen Bedell, Caddy, Mason, Harsin, Etheridge, Reed, Eason, Kiesau... ...but I'm not sure I've seen Friend, Watts or Schmedding. Maybe I just missed them, but other guys have shown up consistently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuburnNTexas 7,128 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 42 minutes ago, McLoofus said: From what folks are saying, though, it sounds like Friend hasn't actually been doing that to a level that justifies retaining him. We've seen a lot of recruiting pics lately. I've seen Bedell, Caddy, Mason, Harsin, Etheridge, Reed, Eason, Kiesau... ...but I'm not sure I've seen Friend, Watts or Schmedding. Maybe I just missed them, but other guys have shown up consistently. Legitimate point. Like I said earlier it could go either way. With this staff being more closed mouth than previous staff's we don't get as much insider information as in the past which may be the reason we had the last week of recruiting success that seemed to be unexpected by most. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUwent 3,747 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 1 hour ago, AuburnNTexas said: Maybe but as many have said relationships count we would be starting over with many of these kids that Friend has been recruiting for over a year. There are pluses and minus with both options we just need to see what happens after Davis arrives. Which is when? Other than not soon enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuburnNTexas 7,128 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 2 minutes ago, AUwent said: Which is when? Other than not soon enough? I think Seattle plays its last game January 9th unless by some miracle they find a way to make the playoff's. So I would expect him shortly after that. I do believe I read where he is already recruiting via phone and social media but I can't confirm that. So we will be without him for our bowl game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steeleagle 2,945 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 1 hour ago, AuburnNTexas said: Maybe but as many have said relationships count we would be starting over with many of these kids that Friend has been recruiting for over a year. There are pluses and minus with both options we just need to see what happens after Davis arrives. Well, we do know Friend was only brought in bc Bobo wanted him. Davis, never being an OC, maybe doesn't have the OL connections, as he is coming in to get him on his path. But I guess, I don't see Friend being that much of a help so far, based on even the 2022 OL signees. If Friend was directly involved that would clarify it. So, the options for Harsin are 1. bring in a quality OL coach again with very good recruiting resume(preferably Southern) that can us over the hump of bring ing someone newer again. 2. Keep Friend. 3. NFL OL Coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japantiger 4,051 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Texas A&M just got their 1st commit for the 2025 class. The fact that with as little contact as this staff has had our 2022 class is ranked currently in the top 15 and will go higher is a testament to the quality of the HC and staff's recruiting ability. It takes time to build relationships. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUwent 3,747 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 3 minutes ago, japantiger said: our 2022 class is ranked currently in the top 15 and will go higher Even with Story likely out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1716AU 728 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 1 hour ago, McLoofus said: Schmedding. You have missed it. That man has been doing WORK. Woodyard. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sizzle 3,909 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 2 hours ago, steeleagle said: I just wonder if it wouldn't be a better idea to let Friend go, and bring in an NFL OL coach. Now you have an OC/QB coach and an OL coach to bring NFL type experience to Harsin's staff, and it might help for recruits to see that especially for OL and RBs. We could try the NFL route but I’d rather go with a college guy who already knows how to recruit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augolf1716 21,096 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 3 hours ago, Hank2020 said: If course. No one likes the Mods!! I'm with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLoofus 35,182 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 18 minutes ago, 1716AU said: You have missed it. That man has been doing WORK. Woodyard. If he flipped Woodyard then yes I definitely missed it lol. Appreciate the correction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Win4AU 4,052 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 https://www.on3.com/teams/auburn-tigers/news/2023-auburn-recruiting-names-to-know-the-running-backs/ Free article on 2023 RB targets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peashooter 22 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 The 23 class will give a good read on whether the staff can recruit well enough. The 23 class in AL is the best in a long time, maybe ever. The staff will have to get their share vs AL/GA. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcware 1,365 Posted December 21, 2021 Share Posted December 21, 2021 I will post here everyday so that the 2023 recruiting thread will surpass 2022 giving us a top 5 class. Nobody can say I’m not doing my part, and if you would like to, we can argue about it therefore making the thread longer and our class stronger. Yep Long and Strong… that’s me 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUwent 3,747 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 6 hours ago, peashooter said: The 23 class will give a good read on whether the staff can recruit well enough. The 23 class in AL is the best in a long time, maybe ever. The staff will have to get their share vs AL/GA. Joiner, Smith, and Parker would be a VERY nice start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLoofus 35,182 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 14 hours ago, wcware said: I will post here everyday so that the 2023 recruiting thread will surpass 2022 giving us a top 5 class. Nobody can say I’m not doing my part, and if you would like to, we can argue about it therefore making the thread longer and our class stronger. Yep Long and Strong… that’s me Link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augolf1716 21,096 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 14 hours ago, wcware said: Yep Long and Strong… that’s me Oh lord there is so so much I could say........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.E.D 11,070 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 20 hours ago, peashooter said: The 23 class will give a good read on whether the staff can recruit well enough. The 23 class in AL is the best in a long time, maybe ever. The staff will have to get their share vs AL/GA. Really looking forward to all the excuses being gone. I hope we have a really solid top 10 class in '23. Especially with how loaded the state is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AU North 164 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 6 hours ago, augolf1716 said: Oh lord there is so so much I could say........ Oh shucks! Go ahead. I'll listen. From a distance of course. WDE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUwent 3,747 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 3 hours ago, W.E.D said: Really looking forward to all the excuses being gone. I hope we have a really solid top 10 class in '23. Especially with how loaded the state is Despite the criticism I still have on the offensive side of the ball, I’m definitely feeling better about our chances to land a top 10 class next year. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcware 1,365 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 8 hours ago, augolf1716 said: Oh lord there is so so much I could say........ Yeah but nobody wants to hear the incoherent ramblings of some old man…….. oh wait 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.E.D 11,070 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 1 hour ago, AUwent said: Despite the criticism I still have on the offensive side of the ball, I’m definitely feeling better about our chances to land a top 10 class next year. The state is loaded with talent. We can't strike out in the top ten like we did in 22...it seems like we've made some good impressions so far. Hopefully we aren't a near complete non factor in the state of GA either. The recipe is pretty straightforward. I just hope some good OL are in that mix for a change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augolf1716 21,096 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 12 minutes ago, wcware said: Yeah but nobody wants to hear the incoherent ramblings of some old man…….. oh wait 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodford 3,655 Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 14 hours ago, W.E.D said: The state is loaded with talent. We can't strike out in the top ten like we did in 22...it seems like we've made some good impressions so far. Hopefully we aren't a near complete non factor in the state of GA either. The recipe is pretty straightforward. I just hope some good OL are in that mix for a change I know the state of Alabama has some dudes for 23 but Auburn has to recruit Georgia heavy in order to win. There’s just more kids here. I’m sort of optimistic here about the 23 class. This class ended up light years ahead of what most people thought and I think they’ve made a good impression. We need portal pick ups and we need wins in 22. I think we do have a great shot at a top 10 class next year but they have to perform on field to a certain level. Bring it on WDE 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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