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DEL.ICIO.USJackson’s Top Five; Bolton to visit Clemson
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 07/10/07 10:04 PM
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Heard County running back Dontavius Jackson said Tuesday evening that Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, LSU and Penn State remain in the running to gain his commitment.
The 5-foot-10, 196-pound Jackson, who rushed for 2,200 yards while scoring 26 touchdowns as a junior, said he will likely wait until October to announce his decision.
Jackson on his top-five:
Alabama: “They’ve got great coaching over there.”
Clemson: “They’ve got two great running backs in James Davis and C.J. Spiller.”
Georgia: “It’s a running back school. Georgia has always produced great running backs.”
LSU: “They always seem to compete for the SEC and national championship.”
Penn State: “They’ve got a great coach. I think it’d be a good time to come in at Penn State.”
Bolton set to visit Clemson and South Carolina
Norcross safety/receiver Devonta Bolton plans to spend the next two weekends in the Palmetto State.
The 6-foot-4, 222-pound Bolton will take an unofficial visit to Clemson on Saturday. He will drop in on coach Steve Spurrier and the South Carolina Gamecocks one week later.
Bolton said his upcoming visits are more about academics and less about athletics.
“Basically, it’s about my education and what type of impact it will have on my life and future,” he said.
Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, Louisville, Michigan and South Carolina are each hopeful of landing a commitment from Bolton.
“I still haven’t narrowed my list,” Bolton confirmed late Tuesday.
Battle dazzled by Central Florida
Central Florida coach George O’Leary’s rising program made a strong impression on Dacula safety Khiry Battle.
“Their facilities are top notch,” said Battle, who returned from Orlando Monday evening. “They compare with any of the SEC schools that I’ve seen. They’ve got a new stadium and their dorms are unbelievable.”
Battle will try to squeeze in visits to Arkansas, Kentucky, Michigan State and possibly Georgia Tech this month, before making his final decision.
Buford’s King awaits initial offer
Buford’s Tyler King hasn’t received any offers, but the hard-nosed fullback is beginning to turn the heads of some prominent college coaches.
Alabama’s Nick Saban, Georgia’s Mark Richt and Auburn’s Tommy Tuberville are just a few of the names that have expressed interest in the 6-foot, 246-pound King, who will show off his abilities at a combine at Georgia Tech on Wednesday, before heading to Auburn on Saturday.
Turner turns to ballet
While Woodward Academy guard/defensive tackle Trenton Turner waits for his first offer, he figures nothing impresses a college recruiter like speed.
“So I’ve been working on my speed a lot over the summer,” the 6-foot-5, 235-pound Turner said. “I’ve been taking ballet. It’s something my coach recommended.”
Turner, who visits Wake Forest this weekend and plans to drop in at Samford later this summer, has already toured the campuses of Duke, Vanderbilt, Presbyterian and Furman.
“I like them all,” Turner said. “I like Vanderbilt a lot. They’ve got a great football team and academics to back it up.”
“Furman and Presbyterian have great small-campus atmospheres. I think there is probably a very good shot at Presbyterian [offering] and probably Furman too.”
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By Bem
July 11, 2007 12:19 AM | Link to this
Has Jackson been allowed to participate in our tickle piles at UGA? If he likes them, it may seal the deal for the dawgs.
By Sport Fan
July 11, 2007 5:51 AM | Link to this
Bem. What is wrong with you? There must be something terribly wrong with you!
By GaDawgs7
July 11, 2007 7:01 AM | Link to this
Thats true, Ben. Of course, as you know, a tickle pile at Georgia is where fans sit around and make fun of the insects down the road, and how each year, they think they’re going to actually beat us…LOL, you can’t help but get tickled.
By GaDawgs7
July 11, 2007 7:03 AM | Link to this
Thats true, Ben. Of course, as you know, a tickle pile at Georgia is where fans sit around and make fun of the insects down the road, and how each year, they think they’re going to actually beat us…LOL, you can’t help but get tickled.
By Benjamin Sitton
July 11, 2007 7:50 AM | Link to this
Jackson would be a solid pick-up. I saw Jackson and Bolton both at Georgia’s camp. Bolton is listed as safety/receiver, but he will eventually be a LB. Moreno, King, and Jackson would be another great trio in the backfield. Although, I would like to see one back, who stands out, get the majority of the carries, i.e. Lumpkin this year. It looks like we will have most of our commitments wrapped up by October like last year. So, don’t be upset next January when no one has committed for 3 months.
By USCNUPE
July 11, 2007 8:32 AM | Link to this
Hey Heard,
UGA hasn’t had a great running back since ‘81. That was 25 years ago. Now we as SO. CAL. have had great backs need I name a few? We at SO CAL stopped recruiting you because you might not make the grades to. So go ahead and commit to UGA and go to Hardgrave like the rest of all the great players that commit to UGA. Oh yeah what class is Heard Co.?
By USCNUPE
July 11, 2007 8:32 AM | Link to this
Hey Heard,
UGA hasn’t had a great running back since ‘81. That was 25 years ago. Now we as SO. CAL. have had great backs need I name a few? We at SO CAL stopped recruiting you because you might not make the grades to. So go ahead and commit to UGA and go to Hardgrave like the rest of all the great players that commit to UGA. Oh yeah what class is Heard Co.?
By USCNUPE
July 11, 2007 8:32 AM | Link to this
Hey Heard,
UGA hasn’t had a great running back since ‘81. That was 25 years ago. Now we as SO. CAL. have had great backs need I name a few? We at SO CAL stopped recruiting you because you might not make the grades to. So go ahead and commit to UGA and go to Hardgrave like the rest of all the great players that commit to UGA. Oh yeah what class is Heard Co.?
By Bobo
July 11, 2007 8:43 AM | Link to this
USCNUPE never heard of Garrison Hearst.
By Joe
July 11, 2007 9:04 AM | Link to this
Or Rodney Hampton
By SayDuh
July 11, 2007 9:12 AM | Link to this
Or Lars Tate or some guy named Terrell Davis. What a moron.
By Rabid Dawg
July 11, 2007 9:13 AM | Link to this
I believe that there has only been one starting tailback at UGA since the mid 70’s to NOT play in the NFL - Brent Millican. Do we need to list the string of running backs with successful Pro careers?
By DBW
July 11, 2007 9:18 AM | Link to this
Or Terrell Davis.
By USCNUPE IS A MORON
July 11, 2007 9:18 AM | Link to this
USCNUPE, ever heard of Terrell Davis, Super Bowl MVP???
Obviously, you are an idiot
By theAUB
July 11, 2007 9:30 AM | Link to this
USCNUPE, Hey man just cause you guys have paid acouple of backs in the last couple of years shouldn’t make you think that any of the top SEC schools have as many NFL backs as you guys. If we could get around NCAA rules like you guys I’m sure we all would do better!
By DawgBite
July 11, 2007 9:30 AM | Link to this
Let’s see USCNUPE. Herschel Walker, Terrell Davis, Rodney Hampton, Tim Worley, Keith Henderson, Cleveland Gary, Garrison Hearst, have I forgotten anyone? And I guess you could throw in Mack Strong now in his 16th or 17th year in the league. All of the above graced NFL rosters.
By lumpkindawg
July 11, 2007 9:31 AM | Link to this
hasn’t had a good running back since 81? Didn’t UGA have some running back win a little trophy called the Heisman in 82? I think his name was Walker if I’m not mistaken.
By theAUB
July 11, 2007 9:41 AM | Link to this
Hey Dawgs, If you will buy that kid’s parents a house and throw in a monthly check I’m sure you can get his commitment!!!
By TDAWG
July 11, 2007 9:54 AM | Link to this
DON’T FORGET OLANDIS GARY!!
By Jim
July 11, 2007 10:01 AM | Link to this
Don’t forget Musa Smith, Veron Haynes, Robert Edwards, Patrick Pass…all NFL players
By ameliaislandmike
July 11, 2007 10:06 AM | Link to this
USCNUPE— no backs since when??? Musa Smith was damn good and helped us win a sec title . Rodney Hampton no good?? Tim Worley??? Terrell Davis ?? Keith Henderson, Verron Haynes no good???
By Mark Richt
July 11, 2007 10:26 AM | Link to this
Terrell Davis played at Georgia? I didnt even realize that. I thought he only played for Denver. Must have been another back in a long line of under-utilized players we’ve had here. I thought I was the only coach that knew how to mishandle ball carriers.
By masivatack
July 11, 2007 10:27 AM | Link to this
Take it easy on nupe… he is obviously max 10 yrs old if he doesnt remember all of these names.
Nupe - Go get your mom to make you a hot pocket and shut the f up.
By Tom
July 11, 2007 10:35 AM | Link to this
The Georgia recruiting brochure has a picture of a beer keg on it which gives them an advantage for recruiting good old boys. Players know that that Georgia is less severe than any other University on penalities for drinking and other offenses.
By Dawgma
July 11, 2007 10:37 AM | Link to this
Tom = Dumb Nupe = Dumber
By Erk
July 11, 2007 11:03 AM | Link to this
Hey Nupe, you said ‘Oh yeah what class is Heard Co?’
Why don’t you ask Herschel Walker what class Johnson County was.
By shane
July 11, 2007 11:14 AM | Link to this
you guys forgot rodney hampton,great rb with the giants
By Patrick
July 11, 2007 11:52 AM | Link to this
Dontavius Jackson has narrowed his choices to 5 schools well i only see one real school on his list and thats Penn State it is the only school on his list where he will not only play football but he will also get an education
By Buck Cochran in the NW
July 11, 2007 12:40 PM | Link to this
He’ll get an education at Penn. St. okay. Yea, his degree will be in Stadium Cleaning. Plenty of upward mobility as the Stadium is expanded over the years. Chance for supervisory position in Section C-4 after two years.
By I-DOG
July 11, 2007 12:46 PM | Link to this
USC Nupe:
Son, that was just plain ignorant. Let me help you out with a little history lesson:
Garrison Hearst played for UGA. He won the Doak Walker (spelling?) award for best running back in the country in 1992 and finished 3rd in the heisman balloting that year. Not bad. He wasn’t a dominant pro, but he was the best college running back in the country in 1992.
Terrell Davis went to UGA. He was the MVP of the Superbowl, which isn’t all that bad an accomplishment. He is also considered on the fence for hall of fame in the NFL, with the only thing possibly keeping him out is the lack of longevity due to a knee injury.
Other Dawg running backs that played in the NFL in the last 20 years. Rodney Hampton, Mack Strong (multiple pro bowl fullback), Verron Haynes, Olandis Gary, Robert Edwards, Musa Smith, Patrick Pass, Tim Worley, and on and on.
Granted, not all of these were dominant college running backs depending on your definition, but between Walker, Hearst, Edwards, and Hampton, that is a fair number of dominant college running backs at one program. If you also add all these other “accomplished” college backs to the list given that they had NFL careers, that is an impressive list.
By jjk245
July 11, 2007 1:31 PM | Link to this
I would have to agree with Patrick. Penn State is a great choice! I do like Georgia as well, but if I were a running back (which I am nowhere near it), I would pick Penn State for a few reasons. 1) Second biggest stadium in the US, holding approximately 107,000 (I was there for an Ohio State game a few years a go and the attendance was over 110,000). 2) Traditional running school. Penn State is all about field position with the defense and the running game. 3) Joe Paterno 4) Always in the national spotlight (The Big 10 network starts in August and everyone in the US will have it. What other conference has a national network?) 5) The highest graduation rate out of ANY Division 1 school in the nation! (That is after all the main purpose of college).
There are many more, but I will not go into it.
Do not get me wrong though, I like UGA and I think it would be a good experience for Jackson as well, so you GA fans do not get too upset!!
By uscnupe
July 11, 2007 1:34 PM | Link to this
No we are the best we had bush and………..oh yeah O.J.! what a great guy he is.
By uscnupe
July 11, 2007 1:36 PM | Link to this
No we are the best we had bush and………..oh yeah O.J.! what a great guy he is.
By sobedawg
July 11, 2007 1:46 PM | Link to this
Hey USCNUPE — OJ played in the freakin’ 1960’s you idiot…and he’s a DOUBLE MURDERER…something we HAVEN’T had at UGA…Get a life, you scumbag! Sobedawg
By sobedawg
July 11, 2007 1:47 PM | Link to this
Hey USCNUPE — OJ played in the freakin’ 1960’s you idiot…and he’s a DOUBLE MURDERER…something we HAVEN’T had at UGA…Get a life, you scumbag! Sobedawg
By jack
July 11, 2007 3:23 PM | Link to this
Either USCNUPE has had too much caffeine, no posting patience, a very nervous post finger or, he/she is a USCDOPE. Likely the latter.
By Zone3G
July 11, 2007 4:12 PM | Link to this
I think that mr. uscnupe needs to further his education. It’s a proven fact that you should not engage in conversations in which you have no knowledge of. I don’t even think that guy watches football. He only named one player from his school that has played in the last 2 decades. I bet he doesn’t even know that Reggie Bush’s back up (Lindell White) is in the NFL and had more touches that Reggie Bush last year. UGA breeds running backs nupe. I bet your mother could name two of them from the last decade. Go flip a burger because this AIN’T your thing man. G
By Ramble ON!
July 11, 2007 4:24 PM | Link to this
USCNUPE As much as I hate the fleabags, you’re as dumb as these idiots talking about tickle piles.
By Robert
July 11, 2007 5:04 PM | Link to this
Ramble ON!
Shut up and get ready for another embarrassing loss this year in that pitiful highschool stadium they call Bobby Dodd!
By Ben
July 11, 2007 5:07 PM | Link to this
Hey, uscnupe: Ever hear of Garrison Hearst?
By robert likes boys
July 11, 2007 5:19 PM | Link to this
go tigers!!!
By yellowblood
July 11, 2007 7:28 PM | Link to this
UGA running backs ? These names go back to the 70’s. Do they do anything other than pass or punt at UGA ?
By Fred B.
July 11, 2007 8:18 PM | Link to this
I knew as soon as i read that Jackson was quoted as saying that Georgia produced great running backs someone would post to the contrary! USCNUPE…What a jack*!!!! Next time why don’t you do your homework before spewing such nonsense.
By Reggie
July 11, 2007 9:42 PM | Link to this
USCnupe is an idiot. AUBURN has had more great running backs than both of these schools combined. That is considering college and pro, during the period of say the 70’s up until the present. USC really means SUC! Sure can’t wait for a rematch with the overrated Trojan condoms.
By USCNUPE
July 12, 2007 9:02 AM | Link to this
Im Back,
Last time I checked these backs Didn’t do anything until they got to the NFL. I.E. Terrell Davis(6 round pick Special Teams as a rookie) Patrick Pass- one of the best HS Running Backs during his time did nothing at UGA. Garrisson Herst Maybe. But Tim Worley??? Who is that? Yall really think yall play ball at that country club school you eill never be able to get the top players. Even the top in state players (I.E. Allen Bailey-Miami, The kid from Berry from creekside-Tennessee) Mark Rich should’ve stayed at FLA State they would have made Bowden Retire and he would be able to attract the type of players that he deserves to coach.
OH Yeah ZONE3G I have a PH.D from Stanford and I definately dont stay in zone 3 come see me in Atlantic Station where the real money is!!!!!!!!!!!
By USCNUPE
July 12, 2007 9:07 AM | Link to this
Im Back,
Last time I checked these backs Didn’t do anything until they got to the NFL. I.E. Terrell Davis(6 round pick Special Teams as a rookie) Patrick Pass- one of the best HS Running Backs during his time did nothing at UGA. Garrisson Herst Maybe. But Tim Worley??? Who is that? Yall really think yall play ball at that country club school you eill never be able to get the top players. Even the top in state players (I.E. Allen Bailey-Miami, The kid from Berry from creekside-Tennessee) Mark Rich should’ve stayed at FLA State they would have made Bowden Retire and he would be able to attract the type of players that he deserves to coach.
OH Yeah ZONE3G I also have a PH.D from Stanford I probaly could afford to send you to UGA how much is an education there what a total 4 years $4000. Get Money!!!!!!!!!!!!
By USCNUPE
July 12, 2007 9:07 AM | Link to this
Im Back,
Last time I checked these backs Didn’t do anything until they got to the NFL. I.E. Terrell Davis(6 round pick Special Teams as a rookie) Patrick Pass- one of the best HS Running Backs during his time did nothing at UGA. Garrisson Herst Maybe. But Tim Worley??? Who is that? Yall really think yall play ball at that country club school you eill never be able to get the top players. Even the top in state players (I.E. Allen Bailey-Miami, The kid from Berry from creekside-Tennessee) Mark Rich should’ve stayed at FLA State they would have made Bowden Retire and he would be able to attract the type of players that he deserves to coach.
OH Yeah ZONE3G I also have a PH.D from Stanford I probaly could afford to send you to UGA how much is an education there what a total 4 years $4000. Get Money!!!!!!!!!!!!
By USCNUPE
July 12, 2007 9:08 AM | Link to this
Im Back,
Last time I checked these backs Didn’t do anything until they got to the NFL. I.E. Terrell Davis(6 round pick Special Teams as a rookie) Patrick Pass- one of the best HS Running Backs during his time did nothing at UGA. Garrisson Herst Maybe. But Tim Worley??? Who is that? Yall really think yall play ball at that country club school you eill never be able to get the top players. Even the top in state players (I.E. Allen Bailey-Miami, The kid from Berry from creekside-Tennessee) Mark Rich should’ve stayed at FLA State they would have made Bowden Retire and he would be able to attract the type of players that he deserves to coach.
OH Yeah ZONE3G I also have a PH.D from Stanford I probaly could afford to send you to UGA how much is an education there what a total 4 years $4000. Get Money!!!!!!!!!!!!
By USCNUPE
July 12, 2007 9:53 AM | Link to this
We can also extend this conversation to Quarterbacks, and WR’s also. NAme how many 1st round picks you have had from Those positions. Here is the rundown Mike Bobo is coaching, Eric Zier???? Quincy Carter probaly is in Zone 3 some where sniffing Coke, David Green probally works at Ruth Cris steakhouse or Houstons, and not to mention WR’s, Fred Gibson can’t make the falcons and nobody can catch a football on that team. I bet Sean Bailey wish he could’ve went to another school. Need I give you the run doen of USC; Leinart, Palmer, The future Booty(stafford couldn’t hold his Jock Strap). We even got a good quarter back just sittin in the dorm room waiting in Mitch Mustain so it dosen’t stop. Maybe you should tell your sons if they want to play ball and have a chance at a natl championship, media attention, marketability(UGA knows nothing about that) and great coaching and not to mention its SO. CAL (need I say more) not to go to that country club school UGA!!!!!!!!!!!
By sga
July 12, 2007 11:50 AM | Link to this
USC always has a WEAK schedule, USC 1000 vs shool of the blind 10. GOOD win stupid. Come play in a real conference week in and week out and see how ya weak team does. GO GET A TAN PRINCESS.
By Born Football
July 14, 2007 9:37 AM | Link to this
That list of running backs looks familar. Oh no wonder, it’s the roster of Butler Community College, Fork Union and Hargrave. I knew I had seen it somewhere. Let’s not forget Danny Ware. He went to Hargrave and has started for UGA.
By gabulldawg01
July 22, 2007 6:16 AM | Link to this
For having a PHD this crackhead sure don’t know how to spell.
By gabulldawg01
July 22, 2007 6:25 AM | Link to this
And isn’t Stanford where all the schools with football programs send all the jocks to be washed. Maybe that was his major was, “Jock Sniffer” with a minor in “Smokin Rock”. I SAID GOOD DAY SIR.
By gabulldawg01
July 22, 2007 6:26 AM | Link to this
And isn’t Stanford where all the schools with football programs send all the jocks to be washed. Maybe that was his major was, “Jock Sniffer” with a minor in “Smokin Rock”. I SAID GOOD DAY SIR.
By gabulldawg01
July 22, 2007 6:30 AM | Link to this
Let me fix that last post “maybe thats what his major was” is how it should read. My bad. Once again I SAID GOOD DAY.