College recruiting

By big o

October 31, 2008 7:59 PM | Link to this

Branden, As an old school Douglass Astro who at our eighth grade orientation ( there was no middle school in 1977 ) was told the only requirement was to hate BTW You know this takes alot of humility. Dude please come to UGA. Follow your heart you know it’s in Athens

By Decatur Bred

October 31, 2008 8:14 PM | Link to this

I said it’s great to be a GEORGIA BULLDOG!

By Dawg!!!!

October 31, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this

Brandon - the Dawgs need you!!! You could get on the field day 1 w/this crew needing some depth - and may even get a shot at starting!!!

By D. Greene

October 31, 2008 10:23 PM | Link to this

Join us Branden. Go UGA!

By lawrence- former bulldog parent

November 1, 2008 12:18 AM | Link to this

I know you will make the right decision. You told me when you were a freshman that you did not have any particular school in mind. You are consistent. As one mother’s recruit said ” Go where you are needed, not where you are wanted ” With that in mind Georgia and Georgia Tech would be good schools athletically and academically. You would be the second Football from BTW to go on a Football scholarship to attend Georgia Tech. Guess Brandon what high school the first afro-american to graduate from Georgia Tech came from ? You got it ! I will be supporting no matter where you attend !

By Alabama Dawg

November 1, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this

take it from someone who grew up in Georgia, life in Alabama is not the same as Georgia……Athens is the place to be! Please tour the cities of the schools too…..no comparison…..and it does matter! Oh yeah, by the way, Georgia football is in the early stages of creating a national dynasty….. We woiuld love to make you part of this dynasty! Alabama Dawg Class Of 1982

By Branden Smith

November 1, 2008 10:37 AM | Link to this

this is branden Smith and right now i dont have a top school yet but i will soon. i no that i will make the right decision. i really like the comments the people making on hear and i really thank u for supporting me and making comments on hear. KEEP MAKING GOOD COMMENTS AND I WILL KEEP COMMENTING BACK AND I MIGHT SAY WHAT SCHOOL IM GOING TO GO TO. LOL…….

By Volman

November 1, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this

Hey Branden, though they’re struggling, you should come to Tennessee and be the next Eric Berry… or even better

By Big Dawg

November 1, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this

Branden,

First I would like to say Good Fortune whereever you decide to go to college at. I would be lying if I didn’t say I hope you decide on the Dawgs though and yes I am biased. So take your time and make sure the schoool you decide to go too is the right place for you. Good fortune and Go Dawgs

By Danko

November 1, 2008 12:36 PM | Link to this

Look, I’m not saying where you should go but to the guy saying living in Ga is better than Bama is crazy. I’d say it’s a toss up because I’ve lived in both states and think they are basically the same states.. Tuscaloosa and Athens are both great college towns. Of course Ga. has ATL and it’s fun there but it’s not somewhere you would want to live. Dude just go by where you feel most comfortable with the team and how you think you would get a better education and that my friend is on you. Both are fine places. Also If UGA is building a Dynasty I don’t know what #2 Alabama is doing over there in Tuscaloosa :) hehe

By Vaughan

November 1, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

What current NFL player do you think your game emulates?

Go Dawgs!

By Vaughan

November 1, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this

What current NFL player do you think your game emulates?

Go Dawgs!

By Danko is an idiot

November 1, 2008 2:17 PM | Link to this

Danko said: Of course Ga. has ATL and it’s fun there but it’s not somewhere you would want to live.

What an idiot. This young man goes to BTW…which means he lives in…ummm…Atlanta. You’re a MORON, Danko. Way to insult the kid’s hometown.

By Branden Smith

November 1, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this

for all the alamaba fans i am going to be at alabama on NOV.15 for my offical visit and for all the GEORGIA fans i will be there on DEC.12.

By Bama41UGA30

November 1, 2008 4:34 PM | Link to this

Branden good luck with this decision. Saban specializes in coaching DB’s. With you and Dre Kirkpatrick (bama lock) it would be tough to pass on us. Good luck ROLL TIDE!!!!

By Bama41UGA30

November 1, 2008 4:47 PM | Link to this

Branden you should consider swapping weekends on your official. Bryant Denny Stadium will be insane on 11/29 Auburn vs. Alabama. Are any of your top schools talking to you about playing offense or are you strickly looking at DB?

By tony

November 1, 2008 6:48 PM | Link to this

i’m a big time bulldog fan, but u need to go to ga tech because mark rich is horrible. they will never win a championship unless they hire a offensive and defensive coordinator.

i like the direction the yellow jackets r heading. branden, follow your heart, but if your decide to stay in state go to ga tech.

By JR

November 1, 2008 8:40 PM | Link to this

Hi Brandon. Tell me what you GPA is and I’ll tell you where you should go.

By Jamal

November 1, 2008 9:12 PM | Link to this

Branden- You remind me a lot of Champ Bailey. I hope you come to UGA and continue the tradition of great DB’s. Love to watch you play. Hope you come to Georgia. God Bless!

By Dean

November 1, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

Tony- Don’t be ashamed to say that you are a Tech fan! No TRUE Bulldog fan would say what you just said….and get out of the closet.

By Hero

November 1, 2008 9:44 PM | Link to this

Is ‘Bama a serious contender for you’re signature?

By Hero

November 1, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

Is ‘Bama a serious contender for you’re signature?

By DaQuan

November 1, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this

Wattup Branden!! Kirby Smart & Nick Saban can coach you into a 1st round draft pick. You should take your visit on November 29th!

By bamaturfguy

November 1, 2008 10:03 PM | Link to this

Hi Brandon. First of all, congrats on your success and I hope you enjoy the recruiting process. What a blessing! Now, please really consider BAMA very heavily. Look at what Saban has done in two years. We are having another great recruiting class and the future looks brighter than any other school in the nation. Imagine you and Dre on the corners…best pass defense in the SEC!! Roll Tide!!

By Matt

November 1, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this

Branden, I would love to see you wearing the Crimson and White next year!

By John P

November 1, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

Branden, just look at who is a defensive back specialist.

That coach is Nick Saban. With the current years of our CB’s you can come in a just roll through 4 years of domination with exceptional coaching. Be part of a special time in our program, just look how GA is getting knocked around…

By Jack

November 1, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

Rammer Jammer go Bama

If you want to do what is best for you Brandon- you will come play for the best DB coach in the SEC= Nick Saban and Asst Head Coach Smart…. No contest

By JJ

November 1, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

Hey Branden, I know you saw what the Gators can do today. Where are they sitting compared to your other leaders?

By BamaisBack

November 1, 2008 10:57 PM | Link to this

BRANDEN< Congrats on the ranking! I know you have a tough choice to make, but do wha you feel is the best thing for YOU! Your rivals videos are nasty, and I know you will be a success wherever you decide to go. That said—PLEASE COME TO BAMA! Coach Saban will make sure you leave Tuscaloosa a better person and player.

ROLL TIDE!!

By JJ

November 1, 2008 10:58 PM | Link to this

Hey Branden, I know you saw what the Gators can do today. Where are they sitting compared to your other leaders?

By Stan

November 1, 2008 11:06 PM | Link to this

Education first which school has the best academics for your chosen field? Which school has the highest graduation rate for student athletes find this out and you have a University that cares about not just you but all there student athletes.Next I would find out who will push you the hardest to become the best student athlete you can be forget about who, when, and where, youre going to be so busy you will not know what state your in. Good Luck!

By nick

November 1, 2008 11:37 PM | Link to this

Come on down to Alabama.Coach Sabans the best Defensive back coach in the country and you will get early playin time due to graduation.

By nick

November 1, 2008 11:38 PM | Link to this

Come on down to Alabama.Coach Sabans the best Defensive back coach in the country and you will get early playin time due to graduation.

By Big D

November 1, 2008 11:52 PM | Link to this

Congrats on all your success. Have fun with your recruiting. I will have to say if your going to Ttown you need to be there nov 29th it will be something to remember. Good luck and God Bless.

By Powell

November 2, 2008 12:41 AM | Link to this

Branden. What ever you and your family decide, I hope that you have wonderful sucess. Remember that your education is just as important. Roll Tide and best of luck in all things you do.

By PI$$onaDAWG

November 2, 2008 1:20 AM | Link to this

E. BERRY is hating TENN now and knows he should have picked GT or UGA and stayed home. If he went to GT he might be running the O as a QB or at UGA a DB helping a team get some PICK-6’s. The REAL question is what can you do for YOU? What do you want to study and if after 3 yrs in the NFL what will you do? BE a UGA GREAT that is now a talking head like B. Belue, E. ZIER, or D. Pollack and talk on the RADIO?

By Fred Hunter

November 2, 2008 7:08 AM | Link to this

I realize that officiating is for the losers, but is anyone else looking at the 3 touchdowns that bad or no calls gave Florida. Even the TV guys were trying to cover them up. Fred Hunter, Greensboro

By GatorBill

November 2, 2008 7:59 AM | Link to this

To Fred Hunter above: As Branden would probably tell you, every cornerback in the country is taught the technique that Joe Haden used yesterday just before he moved underneath and intercepted Stafford. even at the high school level.

Same goes for the shirt grab by Murphy. Both techniques are extremely hard for a properly positioned official to spot, as Danielson pointed out on the telecast.

Frankly, the Georgia DB interfered with the Gator receiver just before the interception that was nullified by a Georgia D-lineman pushing up on a Gator O-lineman’s facemask so hard that he popped the helmet off.

And both techniques happen in every game, much like the old saying is that holding by the offensive line could probably be called on every play.

By HALYCON

November 2, 2008 12:42 PM | Link to this

Brandon - choose a school where you will be happy. You have friends at Georgia like Rashad Jones but that was his choice. You have teachers from all over the SEC and other places. Also, Mr. Shelby, assistant principal, was a big time University of Alabama star who was on one of Bear Bryants’ championship teams and played professional football with the Cincinnati Bengals. However, these people made choices that were good for them. At the end of the day, choose a school where you will be happy and ultimately earn a degree just in case that NFL dream does not work-out. Please consider the academics strongly. And look out for yourself because college football is a big business and you better believe these schools are going to look out for themselves. Do not get caught up in the hype. Choose a school that will be about you and help you even when you can’t help them.

By HALYCON

November 2, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this

Brandon - choose a school where you will be happy. You have friends at Georgia like Rashad Jones but that was his choice. You have teachers from all over the SEC and other places. Also, Mr. Shelby, assistant principal, was a big time University of Alabama star who was on one of Bear Bryants’ championship teams and played professional football with the Cincinnati Bengals. However, these people made choices that were good for them. At the end of the day, choose a school where you will be happy and ultimately earn a degree just in case that NFL dream does not work-out. Please consider the academics strongly. And look out for yourself because college football is a big business and you better believe these schools are going to look out for themselves. Do not get caught up in the hype. Choose a school that will be about you and help you even when you can’t help them.

By HALYCON

November 2, 2008 12:45 PM | Link to this

Brandon - choose a school where you will be happy. You have friends at Georgia like Rashad Jones but that was his choice. You have teachers from all over the SEC and other places. Also, Mr. Shelby, assistant principal, was a big time University of Alabama star who was on one of Bear Bryants’ championship teams and played professional football with the Cincinnati Bengals. However, these people made choices that were good for them. At the end of the day, choose a school where you will be happy and ultimately earn a degree just in case that NFL dream does not work-out. Please consider the academics strongly. And look out for yourself because college football is a big business and you better believe these schools are going to look out for themselves. Do not get caught up in the hype. Choose a school that will be about you and help you even when you can’t help them.

By wesley

November 2, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this

Branden. You should definitely go to the Bama/Auburn game and check out the atmosphere. Saban is the best DB coach in the nation and would have a talent like you going early in the NFL draft. The man is a genious on the defensive side of the ball. ROLL TIDE #1 team in the nation.

By Mark

November 2, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this

Branden, I have been a BAMA fan for over 40 years and of course you would be an asset to the Tide, but the main thing is to be happy with your choice and not let others try to influence you into making a decision which is based on their own self interest. They should be happy for you and others that have this opportunity that most on here never have and never will. I hope you succeed in life and on the field, where ever you chose to go to college. Pay no attention to anyone begging you to come to their school. It’s a big life-changing decision and it should be yours and your family’s decision alone! Good luck in the future.

Roll Tide.

By Anthony

November 2, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

Hey Branden U and Darren Myles at UGa.good combo

By jp

November 2, 2008 4:18 PM | Link to this

Hey Branden, come to UGA, you know we want you the most. And in the end, that’s what it’s all about, we’ll treat you as our family and will show you a good path to you future career in the NFL. Plus we could definitely use you with Asher leaving and no other good corners on the roster.

By Cameron

November 2, 2008 5:13 PM | Link to this

Branden, Who do you think your game resembles? What have you liked about each of the schools you have visited so far? What are you looking for in a school? Are you still planning on committing at the Under Armour All-American game?

By Decatur Bred

November 2, 2008 5:43 PM | Link to this

Fred Hunter, I’m with you all the way brother.

By The Big Bug

November 2, 2008 6:38 PM | Link to this

After today’s debacle I’ll bet a lot of GA commitments are having second thoughts.

By 3 and out

November 2, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this

Saban probably won’t be at Bama in two years..why commit to a guy who can’t commit to his players..Think about it Branden..When he looks in your eyes and says he isn’t going to leave, think of all the other young men he lied to..

By chad

November 2, 2008 9:03 PM | Link to this

i think going to ugay would be a great decision (not). they are always number one in recruiting (blahhaha). what ever that gets you. they are always waiting on next year. what ever that gets you. they can always find a silver lining in the clouds when they get their arses kicked. on paper they are the best thing since sliced bread. it’s just to bad that the games are not played on paper or a ps3 or some other method, then ugay would never lose. oh yeah the education there is second to none. you can learn about cow crap or how chickens blow eggs out of their butts. go ahead knock yourself out. where was know show moreno or how ever you spell his name. great game stafford way to CHOKE.

By athensdawg

November 2, 2008 9:42 PM | Link to this

Branden, Chad (above) is obviously a georgia tech fan as evidenced by his anger and crass words. He’s tired of losing to UGA each year, and is upset that tech will never have the caliber of class and talent as Georgia. The only unfortunate thing if you come to UGA is that you’ll have to listen to and read these unintelligent blurbs from jealous opposing fans. As long as you can deal with that, then come to UGA and help us win some championships (and continue beating the hell out of tech). Good Day.

By athensdawg

November 2, 2008 9:43 PM | Link to this

Branden, Chad (above) is obviously a georgia tech fan as evidenced by his anger and crass words. He’s tired of losing to UGA each year, and is upset that tech will never have the caliber of class and talent as Georgia. The only unfortunate thing if you come to UGA is that you’ll have to listen to and read these unintelligent blurbs from jealous opposing fans. As long as you can deal with that, then come to UGA and help us win some championships (and continue beating the hell out of tech). Good Day.

By Wait till next year!

November 2, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this

The most famous words out of Athens— wait til next year!!! UGAY is a complete joke. Win a big game— until then— SHUT the H*LL up.

By Wait till next year!

November 2, 2008 9:49 PM | Link to this

The most famous words out of Athens— wait til next year!!! UGAY is a complete joke. Win a big game— until then— SHUT the H*LL up.

By MARK

November 2, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this

Brandon, I have an actual question

I am just wondering which coaches you have become closest too while on the recruiting trail? Do you think these relationships will remain even if you dont go to their school?

By MARK

November 2, 2008 9:52 PM | Link to this

Brandon, I have an actual question

I am just wondering which coaches you have become closest too while on the recruiting trail? Do you think these relationships will remain even if you dont go to their school?

By Wait till next year!

November 2, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this

athensdawg- please let everyone know who is jealous of a team that can’t a big game??? Maybe fans in Nashville! Your comments are a joke. TRUST ME!

By GoBamaRollTide2010

November 2, 2008 10:59 PM | Link to this

Hey Brandon. I love Alabama, and we would love to have you at Alabama. Since you have some teachers and adminstrators on your staff from UA, please speak to them about their experiences at the university. Also, if you have the opportunity to attend the Alabama-Auburn game, please do. You will enjoy the visit. There are so many things going on in addition to the game such as the step shows. Academically, you can’t go wrong with Alabama. However, the bottom line is go where you feel you will grow the most. But, we look forward to showing you a good time at UA and hope that you will give our school some serious consideration. Can you say Rolltide? Hope so!

By jackrabbit

November 2, 2008 11:47 PM | Link to this

Brandon go to a school where the coach has a pair. Like auburn, tech, bama, SC, but not Gayturds. Yes I’m a ga. fan. We have a good coach, he’s just a bit of a candy a*. Urban isn’t but he is also classless. He tells his players any BS and they are so stupid they believe it. They are to stupied to think for themselves. I wonder if Richt apologized to him again the other day. Urban’s got to be still be laughing about that!

By Joseph Bugg

November 3, 2008 8:21 AM | Link to this

Brandon, Remember at Georgia you have a Christian atmosphere. You will be respected your time there. Plus, we need you. However let the Lord lead your decision.

Joe in Milledgeville

By Branden Smith

November 3, 2008 9:01 AM | Link to this

this is branden and to the qustion asking bout the coaches relationship, right now i am really clost to every coach now and have a good relationship

By Stillman/Fl. Dawg

November 3, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this

We will never get him.. Our Coaches are to stupid and will screw this up like they do play calling. Go somewhere they will utilize your talents Willie martinez is to stupid for your talents.

By Gary

November 3, 2008 5:23 PM | Link to this

Hi Branden, let me say one thing. If you ain’t a Gator, you’re Gator bait. Gainesville is the place for you.

By chad

November 3, 2008 6:10 PM | Link to this

Hey ugay, the truth hurts doesn’t it. Here comes the spread triple option, think ya’ll can stop. Think again. This was supposed a learning season on the flats. Tech will be in a better bowl this year than the mutts. Like WSP said “ain’t life grand”

By Verbal Kent

November 5, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this

Branden go to UGA homie… They need some help in the defensive backfield… you would grow into an even bigger star than you already are… Go DAWGS!

By Verbal Kent

November 5, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this

Branden go to UGA homie… They need some help in the defensive backfield… you would grow into an even bigger star than you already are… Go DAWGS!