College recruiting

By scdawgfan

January 5, 2009 10:42 PM | Link to this

continue representing georgia well and come to uga! be a leader and not a follower. come help lead uga back to the top of the sec and the nation.

By 'Ol Dawg

January 5, 2009 10:54 PM | Link to this

Greg Reid, you made a believer out of me last night (Sunday). Living in N. GA., I had never had an opportunity to see you play. You are definately a player.

My first suggestion to you would be to go with your heart and where you feel you will benefit - benefit in your personal growth, and benefit your team and school. Should you decide to become a DAWG, you will be coached by some of the finest in the business, cared for in your personal growth, and have a close relationship with a man of strong integrity in Coach Mark Richt. He will, as will all the coaches, guide you to the limits of their ability as you grow into adulthood.

You will receive an education in an excellent school, and in one of the best places to live in the South! On the social side, there will be plenty of beautiful young ladies. Facilities comparable to any, and exceeding most, are yours to utilize and enjoy.

You will have 93,000 fans, with about 83,000 minimum being DAWGS, for every home game. You will always enjoy being a Bulldog after your playing days are over.

All that having been said, what is there not to like. Join a winner, help win, and be happy doing it! The DAWGS want and need you. Come on up.

By GIlle

January 5, 2009 10:56 PM | Link to this

He is the return specialist that georgia needs!

By UGA-FAN

January 5, 2009 11:15 PM | Link to this

with his performance Sunday and at our north south all star game i bet a lot of the north and Atlanta fans who was bashing him now hope that he go to Georgia now so him and Branden can give us 2 shut down corners….

By durtydogg

January 5, 2009 11:35 PM | Link to this

This guy is a beast. I was watching the game to see the recruits GA had coming in, especially the Twin City Boys, but my attenion quickly shifted to Mr. Reid. WOW! I really enjoyed seeing him make plays. My mouth is watering from the thought of watching Gregg and Brandon together. I understand he is close to the Florida border being from Lowndes but he said one thing that caught my attention. He stated he felt he represented GA real well. That speaks volumes to me. He could have easily said I tried to do my best for the team or some mumbo jumbo like that. But he mentioned his love for his home state. Continue the love Greg and stay home. Put on that Red and Black and dominate for us. The announcers were in awe of yu and mentioned how NFL scouts said you were hands down the best out there. NFL scouts. Not just college. We need you man. I can see you guys now shutting down those Lizards from the south with that girly Blue and soft Orange!! Oh and one more thing for you Ms. David. Shut the hell up! I hate reading blogs on here because of guys/girls like you! Support these kids and stop tearing them down. Damn!

By Dawg92

January 5, 2009 11:50 PM | Link to this

Earlier comment was erased. All I was saying was good luck to the young man in whatever path he chooses. Hopefully it’s the one where he gets to keep representing the state of Georgia well.

By jasper sanks

January 5, 2009 11:52 PM | Link to this

I haven’t seen such excitement from grown men since I was a recruit. Get a life!

By ivy

January 6, 2009 12:05 AM | Link to this

Greg Reid I have something I would like to say to you. You are hands down the best all around player in High School I have seen period! I have followed HS football for 10 years all over the country and you are a cut above the rest. With that said all the schools you are considering are excellent Football Schools, I am a huge UGA fan and am praying you will become a DAWG. Good luck and no matter where you go you will be a HUGE PLAYMAKER!

By Preston

January 6, 2009 12:10 AM | Link to this

The NOBODY pretinding to be “jasper sanks”, You’re obviously a jealous tech nerd that has spent more time in math books than women. That being said, get over your jealousy of UGA and finish your degree as a custodial engineer. The bathrooms will be much cleaner!

By steve

January 6, 2009 12:15 AM | Link to this

Greg, I hope you read where coach Gardner said that Tenn. offered him what he wanted and more money, but he was staying at Georgia because of his respect for Coach Mark Richt,what he was doing and what he stood for.Same for coach Searles..That should tell you we have a pretty good thing going on in ATHENS and we’d love for you to be a BIG part of it Regardless of your decision—the DAWG NATION wishes you best of luck..

By P Dawg

January 6, 2009 12:18 AM | Link to this

Reid is Dawg. Done deal! He’s no dummy! He will be a part of a dominant UGA team. Congrats Greg! Welcome to the team that will bring a far too long awaited national championship back to Georgia!

By G8R 8U2

January 6, 2009 12:34 AM | Link to this

Dominant? What has UGA been dominant at in the last 25 years, other than gymnastics? It certainly hasn’t been football. I hope Reid enjoys his visits, and gets a good idea of what all the schools are like. But, in the end, of course, I want him to follow his heart and come back to the team he grew up cheering for… the University Of Florida Gators. Reid can be a difference maker anywhere he goes; but if he wants to be part of something truly special, he’ll go to Gainesville.

By Black Reverand

January 6, 2009 12:34 AM | Link to this

Ol Dawg you need some perspective on college football. Last UGA championship was back in 1980…one time in nthe 1940’s before that one. You guys are selling Michigan State tradition at Jawga. gators will be p[laying in second title game in three yrs. You guys keep lapping up our seconds boy. Just remember that arse whippin in Jacksonville hillbilly. And that Black-Out turned Blow-Out against Bama….LMAO!!! Tradition…LMAO.

By P Dawg

January 6, 2009 1:01 AM | Link to this

You idiots are classless! Keep coming on UGA blogs to show how much better UGA is! PLEASE! If I were you, I wouldn’t be on my enemy’s blog (hint). Unbelievable! I’ll bet you’re wearing jorts and a mullet!

By chris alexander

January 6, 2009 1:03 AM | Link to this

Sorry guys the kid didn’t qualify to get into UF. Hes going to JUCO maybe we will see him in 2 years.

By chris

January 6, 2009 1:06 AM | Link to this

To you 2 moron UF fans. UGA has won more games than UF sense Richt has been here. I dont see how that isnt dominant

By davil

January 6, 2009 1:20 AM | Link to this

Jasper Sanks changed genders. He was tired of dropping his ‘reggieballs’. UGA needs this recruit. He’s a game breaker.

By big pup

January 6, 2009 1:27 AM | Link to this

“sense Richt has been here” What an idiot! Try “since” you total moron. Better still don’t make UGA look bad keep you ignorance to yourself!

By north georgia gator

January 6, 2009 2:05 AM | Link to this

Good luck kid. Don’t get rushed into making a decision that could affect your entire life.

By BWELL

January 6, 2009 2:43 AM | Link to this

COME TO GA! REID!!!!! YOU CAN TAKE A VACATION TO FLA DURING THE SUMMER. GA OFFERS A EDUCATION, NICE YOUNG LADIES, MOST OF ALL COACHES THAT CARE ABOUT YOU BECOMING A MAN.

By DawgsRule

January 6, 2009 4:16 AM | Link to this

Reid will be much better off at UGA—Florida is loaded with WR talent. At UGA, Reid can play right away. Plus, with UF losing tebow and harvin, they will be way down next year—-UGA should beat them easily.

By Valdosta Dawg

January 6, 2009 5:57 AM | Link to this

Greg is a fine young man and a great player. I am glad that he has opened his mind to other possibilities. Would love to see this fine young man in Red & Black. He is going to be a great addition to any team with his abilities and character. I do think he will like being with Richt better than Meyers. Where ever he goes, I wish him the best!

By NikkiFree

January 6, 2009 5:59 AM | Link to this

Go where ever you feel most comfortable. Although, UGA is a great place to feel comfy. Not that far a drive for mom and pop to watch you play either. wink, wink

By Billy

January 6, 2009 6:21 AM | Link to this

Go to Florida State with your teammate Gerald Demps!!

By TampaGator

January 6, 2009 6:24 AM | Link to this

Reid, no doubt you were the best player on the field in the Under Armour game. You are a special talent, and I hope you go where you will be most comfortable. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy watching the Gators play for their 2nd national tiltle in the last 3 years.

By The Truth you do not want to hear

January 6, 2009 6:40 AM | Link to this

Given his actions in the Grayson brawl, he would be a perfect Bulldog. Vegas has the odds at even money that he will be arrested at least once during four years in Athens.

By dawgfan1911

January 6, 2009 7:08 AM | Link to this

I had my doubts about this kid until I watched the game the other night. The one thing that stood out to me was his instincts to hawk the ball. It reminded me of Ed Reed for the Baltimore Ravens. If Georgia lands this kid and Marlon Brown and the big lineman, they have a chance to do something rerally special. Other teams are recruiting well. Florida USC, LSU and Texas are all getting the top players this year. Even S Carolina is doing well recruiting this year. If Georgia gets this kid, they fix their secondary for years to come. I hope they fix the DE position. Go DAwgs!

By dawgfan1911

January 6, 2009 7:14 AM | Link to this

I had my doubts about this kid until I watched the game the other night. The one thing that stood out to me was his instincts to hawk the ball. It reminded me of Ed Reed for the Baltimore Ravens. If Georgia lands this kid and Marlon Brown and the big lineman, they have a chance to do something rerally special. Other teams are recruiting well. Florida USC, LSU and Texas are all getting the top players this year. Even S Carolina is doing well recruiting this year. If Georgia gets this kid, they fix their secondary for years to come. I hope they fix the DE position. Go DAwgs!

By Gratfuldawghead

January 6, 2009 7:16 AM | Link to this

I have been keeping up with Reid all year. I saw him play against Valdosta and he has “SIC” skills. He seemed to put it in to another gear when he touched the ball. What a great addition he could be for the DAWGS!

By taco slammer

January 6, 2009 7:30 AM | Link to this

After watching Greg Reid play the other night in the all star game, it became clear that he is a leader. Just the type of player UGA needs. I do hope Greg takes a close look at staying and playing in his home state. With the 09 recruiting class we’ve got going, he can help push the UGA program all the way to the top.

By dap01

January 6, 2009 7:33 AM | Link to this

Greg, you will be dominate where ever you go. In Florida you will be a very good player. At Georgia, you will be a very good player who is adored. Just look at the comments above.

By gomdawg

January 6, 2009 7:35 AM | Link to this

Greg Reid that name has Bulldawgs wrote all over it,we all know how good you are with the coaches we have at Georgia you will be better. We as Bulldawg FANS are hoping to see you as a Bulldawg. One thing to tell you when you walk on the campus at UGA you will know right away this is the place for you to play football and get the education and leadership you want. With that said good luck and see you in the fall.

By SEC

January 6, 2009 7:35 AM | Link to this

Brandon Smith & Greg Reid would have the potential to be one of the best CB tandems ever in college football. Put them with the D coming back and this could be real interesting.The D will be will be better next year due to injured D-line returning.

By Why don't you ask Cameron Newton

January 6, 2009 7:39 AM | Link to this

Or any of the other 20+ players who have transfered or quit altogether because they were outright lied to.

By Preston

January 6, 2009 7:39 AM | Link to this

The Truth you do not want to hear, you sound like another jealous techie that’s mad because GT isn’t even mentioned when it comes to the best players in the country. Go to a tech blog and do your crying there.

By GATORMAN

January 6, 2009 8:06 AM | Link to this

To say the least, it has been an eventful week in the life of Valdosta (Ga.) Lowndes County 4-star defensive back Greg Reid. The Rivals250 member arrived in Orlando, Florida for the Under Armour All American Bowl as a commitment to the University of Florida and flying a bit under the radar as far as his ranking on the Rivals.com network is concerned.

However, in the blink of an eye, both of those circumstances were about to change.

By the end of the week not only was he no longer committed to UF - with his performance during the week of practice and in the game had put him on the fast track to a much higher national ranking.

Andrew Stanfill Greg Reid saw his stock increase significantly over the last week GatorBait.net caught up with Reid while he was on his way back home to South Georgia.

If the events of the week were weighing on him, he didn’t let it show as he laughed and joked around throughout the interview.

“When it got out (his decommitment from Florida) I had 20 missed calls and 45 messages the next morning,” said Reid with a laugh.

Reid can laugh about it now because he is leaving the pressure cooker of Orlando and heading back home where he isn’t as likely to be bombarded with fans hanging on his every move.

When he made it known he was no longer committed to the Gators, that in turn opened up a floodgate of questions.

“I had all the Florida fans asking me stuff. I tried not to talk to them because of the other stuff going on (practice, scheduled events and the game). If I could say something to them, I would just tell them to sit tight.”

Though he is no longer marked down as a Florida commitment, Reid says the Gators aren’t out of the picture, not by a long shot.

After opening things back up, he had an opportunity to speak with the Gators - actually, several of them.

“I talked to coach (John) Hevesy, coach (Urban) Meyer and the defensive backs coach (Vance Bedford),” explained Reid. “They understand where I’m coming from. I mean, it’s not like I dislike Florida or dislike the coaches or anything like that. I still feel the same about Florida, but I’m looking at my life. They basically told me to keep my head up and keep working hard.”

So where exactly does he stand at this point?

“Basically I’m going to take my visits the rest of the month. I never really looked at other schools - that’s what I’m going to do now. I don’t know who’s still in it. I know Florida is. You can say that I like them, but I’m going to take my visits.”

Those visits could start immediately or wait until he takes his first trip next weekend.

“I’d like to go somewhere this week(end) if I can set it up,” explained Reid. “I’ve got two I’m already going on. Florida next week(end) and Mississippi State on the (January) 23rd. I want to take two more.”

Moving away from the recruiting process and on to the game. Prior to arriving in Orlando, Reid told GBN his purpose was to go to Florida to represent South Georgia athletes.

He did that and more.

Usually if a player takes over a game, it is as an offensive skill position. Rarely does a cornerback do it.

Reid was asked about his performance.

“I knew the offense needed a little help because they weren’t moving the ball, so I knew I needed to make some big plays to get us in it.”

When asked about his two interceptions, Reid was quick to point out that there was more then two.

“No, I had three,” responded Reid half jokingly. “I had control of the ball when my elbow hit the ground.”

However, without instant replay he wasn’t credited with the pick in the end zone.

That was one of the few things that didn’t go his way.

After a spectacular week at Under Armour, there is a very strong chance that he may shed his Rivals250 designation. According to Rivals.com recruiting analyst Barry Every, Reid should find himself in the Rivals100 - at the very least.

“He may have had the best week of any Under Armour performer,” commented Every. “He has incredible change of direction, body control, and is a threat with the ball in his hands. He is a true cover corner who will most likely return kicks at the next level.”

When it comes time for the last round of prospect rankings, the question isn’t whether or not Reid is Rivals100 worthy, it is whether or not he can make the jump up from his current spot at No. 178 all the way to five-star status on the network.

“Reid definitely had the best week of all the defensive backs, I just worry about his academics and whether he is JUCO bound. I think he is in the Rivals100 regardless of grades. As far as moving up to five-stars, I have concerns about having a bunch of kids that may not qualify.”

As far as academics are concerned, Reid will be the first to admit that he still has some work to do, but he has been hitting the books in an attempt to dig himself out of a hole.

Reid reports that he received all B’s last semester.

By Lowndes Native

January 6, 2009 8:11 AM | Link to this

As a season ticketholder at Lowndes High School, I’ve had the opportunity to watch Greg Reid at all home games the last two years, and I can assure you he has been a pleasure to watch. What a magnificent player. I’ve also been reading the AJC high school football blogs every week, and there have been very few positive comments that I recall reading about Greg or the Lowndes organization written by anyone outside of Lowndes County. I realize everyone has to support their own teams, however in my opinion neither he nor the Lowndes team have been given any respect, and very minimal mention, from the “Atlanta” crowds and newspapers unless the hard-playing of Greg and the Lowndes team forced the word “Lowndes” be printed in the sports section. And don’t forget what many Lowndes fans felt was a gross injustice in Grayson on the part of the officials that was never mentioned in the “Atlanta papers”, that I read. And I still feel that game should have been played at Lowndes. Many here feel that we’re the “other Georgia” pushed aside by the rest of the state. So my advice to Greg Reid is to go wherever is best for you. You owe UGA, or the rest of the state, nothing. UGA is a nice school, but so is UF. Athens is four hours of mostly 2-lane roads and Gainesville is 1 1/2 hours of Interstate 75. Lowndes County has many UF fans who would love to see you go there as well. But just do what’s best for you.

By azcat225

January 6, 2009 8:17 AM | Link to this

No, the Lowndes reference is valid. I watched the Lowndes/Grayson game and was disgusted by the conduct of most of the Lowndes players and the lack of any action by their coaches. However, unlike “The Truth’s” claim, I never did see Mr. Reid engage in any of that conduct—-if he kept his head while others around him were losing theirs, that makes him a quality person as well as a great player. Which ever school he chooses to attend will be the better for it. Take your time, Mr. Reid, and make the best choice for you and your future.

By dirtyo11

January 6, 2009 8:20 AM | Link to this

I tracked my man Reid all year. I’m deployed in Iraq and I keep in touch with Ga. High school football. I’m from Waycross, so you know lowndes and valdosta do us in every year. I noticed in his article that he stated that he felt like he rep ga real well, my man I saw that game here in Mosul, Reid did his thang. Everytime he made a play I was like Ga in da house, this guy from Fla was like man he is very good, too bad he’s going to Fla, so I was like nope he’s a Ga player and he will represent Ga. next year. I like the fact that you felt like you rep Ga. I really hope Reid make that decision to go to UGA. I’m always talking bout dem dawgs. I noticed one thing, not to many guys in the military from Fla, like UGA. Fla think they have the best football players in the country, yeah Tx think that also. I feel that Ga is right there with them. The only issue we have in Ga is that our players want to get away from GA and go to Fla. If we keep our best players at home like they do UGA will win a few championships. Man, it would be a honor for the state of Ga and the lovely UGA fans to keep Reid here in Ga. Hey man if you can also get some of your other talented friends to stay home(UGA), do so, we need an championship in Ga, to shut up all the critics. Even the ones that jumped ship and pull for other schools that’s not in Ga. See when you help FLA or another school outside Ga win, the fans don’t say that Ga player helped us win they say them Fla boys helped us win, see where I’m going with this. Remember DSGB for life. MY MAN REID WE NEED YOU AND YOUR PEERS TO STAY HOME IN GA (UGA OR GT).

By Tom

January 6, 2009 8:20 AM | Link to this

Tell UGA and UF so long and come to a real school AU.

By dirtyo11

January 6, 2009 8:31 AM | Link to this

I tracked my man Reid all year. I’m deployed in Iraq and I keep in touch with Ga. High school football. I’m from Waycross, so you know lowndes and valdosta do us in every year. I noticed in his article that he stated that he felt like he rep ga real well, my man I saw that game here in Mosul, Reid did his thang. Everytime he made a play I was like Ga in da house, this guy from Fla was like man he is very good, too bad he’s going to Fla, so I was like nope he’s a Ga player and he will represent Ga. next year. I like the fact that you felt like you rep Ga. I really hope Reid make that decision to go to UGA. I’m always talking bout dem dawgs. I noticed one thing, not to many guys in the military from Fla, like UGA. Fla think they have the best football players in the country, yeah Tx think that also. I feel that Ga is right there with them. The only issue we have in Ga is that our players want to get away from GA and go to Fla. If we keep our best players at home like they do UGA will win a few championships. Man, it would be a honor for the state of Ga and the lovely UGA fans to keep Reid here in Ga. Hey man if you can also get some of your other talented friends to stay home(UGA), do so, we need an championship in Ga, to shut up all the critics. Even the ones that jumped ship and pull for other schools that’s not in Ga. See when you help FLA or another school outside Ga win, the fans don’t say that Ga player helped us win they say them Fla boys helped us win, see where I’m going with this. Remember DSGB for life. MY MAN REID WE NEED YOU AND YOUR PEERS TO STAY HOME IN GA (UGA OR GT).

By Jim

January 6, 2009 8:32 AM | Link to this

Tom - It just such an attitude that explains what’s wrong with places like Auburn.

By UGAY IS A REDNECK SCHOOL

January 6, 2009 8:38 AM | Link to this

I FIND IT FUNNY THAT YOU REDNECKS IN NORTH AND SOUTH GEORGIA DONT LIKE BLACK PEOPLE BUT YOU ALWAYS BEG THE TOP BLACK TALENT TO COME PLAY FOR YOU RACIST HILLBILLIES.

P.S. REID GO TO FLORIDA OR GA TECH DONT GO TO REBEL FLAG WAVING ATHENS, LOOK AT HOW THE BLACK ATHLETES ARE BEING TREATED AT UGAY, LOOK AT HOW THEY TURNED ON KNOWSHON MORENO,LOOK AT HOW THE RACIST FANS TREAT WILLIE MARTENEZ BECAUSE HE IS SPANISH.

I WOULD NEVER PLAY FOR RACIST UGAY FANS BECAUSE THEY DONT LIKE ANY PEOPLE OF COLOR THATS WHY UGAY WILL NEVER WIN ANOTHER NATIONAL TITLE.

NOW I SEE WHY OUR TOP TALENT FROM THE ATLANTA AREA DONT GO TO UGAY, LOOK AT WHAT UGAY DID WITH QUINCY CARTER AND TERRELL DAVIS,THEY WERE BLACK BALLED BY RACIST COACHES.

By Blackberry Cobbler

January 6, 2009 8:48 AM | Link to this

We DON’T need another undersized defensive back. That’s part of our problem right now. UGA should keep the money and find someone else.

By azcat225

January 6, 2009 8:51 AM | Link to this

Lowndes Native if that truly is your belief and your attitude about the Grayson game, then you’re part of the problem and definitely not part of the solution.

By hallcountyobserver

January 6, 2009 8:56 AM | Link to this

“it’s gonna be an all out war between ga and fla” and “gotta go, it’s urban meyer on the other line”, sounds exactly like another, it’s all about me recruit for the dawgs. can’t wait to see how many hats and relatives he involves in his signing decision. and then people wonder why we have so many recruits never see the light of day in sanford stadium. someone should start a recruiting service that combines stars for athletic prowess and stars for potential selfishness and i bet the dawgs would be right up there at the top.

By RAMBLE ON!!!

January 6, 2009 9:08 AM | Link to this

He seems like an over-achiever, why would he consider UGAg?

By buster

January 6, 2009 9:08 AM | Link to this

Wow. Jasper sanks reads this stuff.

By TECH 4 Life

January 6, 2009 9:10 AM | Link to this

By Preston

January 6, 2009 12:10 AM | Link to this

The NOBODY pretinding to be “jasper sanks”, You’re obviously a jealous tech nerd that has spent more time in math books than women. That being said, get over your jealousy of UGA and finish your degree as a custodial engineer. The bathrooms will be much cleaner!

hey Preston you and your so called UGA life if that’s what you call it should have stayed in the books in stead of the women and maybe you would still be living at home with your mother

By dawgs24/7

January 6, 2009 9:13 AM | Link to this

Martinez is “Spanish”??? LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

By jimmyingainesville

January 6, 2009 9:16 AM | Link to this

Greg Reid … a real talent and carries himself like a fine young man. One element about Georgia that is often overlooked but should not be taken for granted. In this world you find few men (and very few coaches) who are men of integrity, quality and principle. Coach Mark Richt is such a man. Who wouldn’t want their son to play for CMR? As a Christian and man of integrity, these qualities will be imparted to young men like Greg Reid and any other Georgia football recruit. Mark Richt is a Christian first and coach second. The young mens’ lives are first and winning is second. I pray Greg Reid and other Georgia recruits look to the real values in life when they make their decisions. God bless Coach Mark Richt.

By jimmyingainesville

January 6, 2009 9:17 AM | Link to this

Greg Reid … a real talent and carries himself like a fine young man. One element about Georgia that is often overlooked but should not be taken for granted. In this world you find few men (and very few coaches) who are men of integrity, quality and principle. Coach Mark Richt is such a man. Who wouldn’t want their son to play for CMR? As a Christian and man of integrity, these qualities will be imparted to young men like Greg Reid and any other Georgia football recruit. Mark Richt is a Christian first and coach second. The young mens’ lives are first and winning is second. I pray Greg Reid and other Georgia recruits look to the real values in life when they make their decisions. God bless Coach Mark Richt. God bless UGA.

By Jim n Buckhead

January 6, 2009 9:22 AM | Link to this

Honestly, does anyone from the AJC even monitor this crap? Some of you people need to get on with your lives. GT people you beat UGA then got destroyed by LSU, so buy a state championship Tshirt and get ready for next year. UF people you have enjoyed an awesome sports run with Hoops and football over the last few years that few schools can compete or compare with. Why would you care what GR does he needs to get his grades in line before he can go anywhere. So good luck to him and his decision.

By V-Town

January 6, 2009 9:27 AM | Link to this

Go to Florida, better program, hotter girls, and you won’t have to deal with every poor sport who cries in UGA loses (even though they didn’t go to school there) and acts like Mark Richt is a god when they win a game.

Plus right now at least, the Florida and Texas teams are full of studs. That’ll make Reid improve quickly, he’ll have to if he wants to play.

Glad you are from Valdosta…..Yeah Titletown!!!!!!!

By V-Town

January 6, 2009 9:32 AM | Link to this

Go to Florida, better program, hotter girls, and you won’t have to deal with every poor sport who cries in UGA loses (even though they didn’t go to school there) and acts like Mark Richt is a god when they win a game.

Plus right now at least, the Florida and Texas teams are full of studs. That’ll make Reid improve quickly, he’ll have to if he wants to play.

Glad you are from Valdosta…..Yeah Titletown!!!!!!!

By V-Town

January 6, 2009 9:33 AM | Link to this

Go to Florida, better program, hotter girls, and you won’t have to deal with every poor sport who cries in UGA loses (even though they didn’t go to school there) and acts like Mark Richt is a god when they win a game.

Plus right now at least, the Florida and Texas teams are full of studs. That’ll make Reid improve quickly, he’ll have to if he wants to play.

Glad you are from Valdosta…..Yeah Titletown!!!!!!!

By Burning Red

January 6, 2009 9:33 AM | Link to this

wow stop and think of the possible future of UGA secondary Smith and Reid Wow can we say shut down talent…i mean really that would be one nasty defense no one would want to throw it to those two guys i think they also could be a big part of DC Willie M style of sefense he has had to work with under sized cornerbacks for a couple of years now, with that kind of speed and size it could be fun watching Go Dawgs

By Burning Red

January 6, 2009 9:34 AM | Link to this

wow stop and think of the possible future of UGA secondary Smith and Reid Wow can we say shut down talent…i mean really that would be one nasty defense no one would want to throw it to those two guys i think they also could be a big part of DC Willie M style of defense he has had to work with under sized cornerbacks for a couple of years now, with that kind of speed and size it could be fun watching Go Dawgs

By zeke

January 6, 2009 9:37 AM | Link to this

If he is interested in the nfl, he better talk with defensive back u., the USC, South Carolina!

By Burning Red

January 6, 2009 9:38 AM | Link to this

wow stop and think of the possible future of UGA secondary Smith and Reid Wow can we say shut down talent…i mean really that would be one nasty defense no one would want to throw it to those two guys i think they also could be a big part of DC Willie M style of defense he has had to work with under sized cornerbacks for a couple of years now, with that kind of speed and size it could be fun watching Go Dawgs

By Justin

January 6, 2009 9:38 AM | Link to this

It’s a real easy decision for Greg…he can either wear the Orange & Blue, and go 4-0 in Jacksonville. Or, he can wear red & black and go 0-4.

I know Greg will make the right decision…

By V-Town

January 6, 2009 9:39 AM | Link to this

Go to Florida, better program, hotter girls, and you won’t have to deal with every poor sport who cries in UGA loses (even though they didn’t go to school there) and acts like Mark Richt is a god when they win a game.

Plus right now at least, the Florida and Texas teams are full of studs. That’ll make Reid improve quickly, he’ll have to if he wants to play.

Glad you are from Valdosta…..Yeah Titletown!!!!!!!

By balderdash

January 6, 2009 9:55 AM | Link to this

HEY!!

Did you guys here about that five year old in pop warner? Kid is a hard hitter and awesome at nap time in kindergarten!! Bobo has made a few calls but it was after 8 so he was asleep!

By TechBuzz

January 6, 2009 9:56 AM | Link to this

Reid should definitely go to Georgia. No worries about going to class, taking hard tests, etc. And when he gets in trouble with the law, Richt will cover it up and keep him eligible for the big games. Yes, life is nice in Athens, the University of Football!

By Tech Has an Inferiority Complex

January 6, 2009 10:00 AM | Link to this

Who would not want someone of Reid’s calibre? I am glad that he at least decided to look around. I haven’t heard anything about his academic qualifications but assuming that is not an issue I’d love to see him become a BULLDAWG.

As for the Tech fan that disguises himself as UGAY and the idiot Ramble On; you both are good examples of fans with low self esteem that comes from supporting a football program that is so low that they give their coach a 50% raise for beating Georgia for the first time in 8 years and then go out and get humiliated by a five loss SEC team (38-3). Tech is obsessed with Georgia because Georgia ownes them (see the series record);Georgia wins SEC Championships and Tech has never even won an ACC division Championship outright. And Tech regularly gets humiliated in bowl games. Basically, Tech is nothing unless they beat Georgia and their fans will tell you that. It is pitiful really. Then to show that they are morons on top of having low self esteem they call the Georgia coaching staff racist. They need some serious professional help.

By RAMBLE ON!!!

January 6, 2009 10:06 AM | Link to this

Jasper Sanks can’t read.

By happy gator

January 6, 2009 10:17 AM | Link to this

If Mr. Reid wants to be a winner he will play for the Florida Gators.

By southerncomfort

January 6, 2009 10:20 AM | Link to this

To all of you writing your “love letters” to GR….you’re pathetic. You actually thinks he reads your crap?…

I know the economy is slow and the weather sucks at the moment, but please get out of your homes and re-direct your young man crushes!!!

By hallcountyobserver

January 6, 2009 10:21 AM | Link to this

hey burning red, you only have click on the post button ONE time. you say WM has had to work with undersized db’s in the past but with reid’s size and speed it should be fun to watch. what reid are you speaking of? the reid that is being discussed here is 5’9” and maybe 190. if that is not another undersized db then i dont know what is.

By hallcountyobserver

January 6, 2009 10:21 AM | Link to this

hey burning red, you only have click on the post button ONE time. you say WM has had to work with undersized db’s in the past but with reid’s size and speed it should be fun to watch. what reid are you speaking of? the reid that is being discussed here is 5’9” and maybe 190. if that is not another undersized db then i dont know what is.

By Atlanta Jackets

January 6, 2009 10:24 AM | Link to this

Reid, work on your grades, focus hard and you can be a Jacket. Don’t sell yourself short. Be a true student athlete. You’re good enough to play at Tech. Don’t doubt yourself. Imagine practicing against The Robot Nesbitt (see I spelled it right! LOL) in practice. It’ll make you better than you ever thought.

By George Gipp

January 6, 2009 10:36 AM | Link to this

I had the unique perspective of a sidelines view of Greg Reid at the Grayson/Lowndes game. Greg Reid may be the most gifted athlete I’ve ever seen with these eyes. I have never seen anyone so fast that close up before. God has blessed him with a rare gift. I hope he doesn’t f#*k it up with his attitude. Not only should he concentrate on his grades, but he should also learn some humility. His DI teammates, where ever he ends up, won’t put up with a showboating freshman doing ‘look at me’ prances after every carry or tackle and the trash talking, he’s learned is acceptable behavior playing for Coach McPherson.

I wonder if the new found interest in UGA and backing away from his Florida commitment might be a result of Urban questioning his character after seeing that game, which I understand was broadcast in Gainesville? Reid was a solid Florida commit before. I really don’t think Coach Richt will put up with that either.

I don’t buy the ‘considering UGA, in order to represent the state of GA’ crap. Gainesville is a lot closer to home than Athens.

It’s also really getting old hearing complaining and crying from people like “Lowndes Native” about the refereeing in the playoffs. They were a neutral ref crew from middle Georgia, who called a fair game. Lowndes Native says it only would have been fair if Grayson played in Lowndes with South Georgia refs. Nuf said.

By AVikingFan

January 6, 2009 10:41 AM | Link to this

I have followed Greg Reid since the TD catch at Harrison his Soph. year. I had the pleasure of presenting a photo of him breaking two tackles in the Lowndes/ North Gwinnett Championship game in 2007 in a real life Heisman like pose. I have been a Lowndes season ticket holder for almost 40 years. He is the best high school football player I’ve ever seen, and that includes Stan Rome, Robert Edwards, Takeo Spikes, and Randall Godfrey. I truly hope Greg decides to go UGA. Mark Richt is a very good man and similar to Randy Mcpherson in a lot of ways. It would really be good to cheer for Greg as a Ga Bulldawg! If he doesn’t go to UGA, he should choose Fla State or Miami. UF should be way down his list!

By 1-aa

January 6, 2009 10:45 AM | Link to this

It’s a wild time when a player from the large class(aaaaa) gets player of the year. That person must be able to endure the selling of the football in the public view. After reading most of the entry, why not offer him the degree before he gets to college. Young man you have won the biggest prize in Ga. high school sports. You are at the level that rarely wins that award(?). Remeber that your own future is what these colleges are asking you to make a statement on in the coming days. By holding out to long the prize my not be that big of a deal. Mr. Football Ga. is G.REED. It’s been a long time since a player from aaaaa has got the ball at the end of the season. Watch where and how the big man run the ball after a catch or knockdown. GOOD LUCK. ARE WE WATCHING THE BIG MAN HANDLE THE COLLEGE IN THE SEC.

By 1-aa

January 6, 2009 10:45 AM | Link to this

It’s a wild time when a player from the large class(aaaaa) gets player of the year. That person must be able to endure the selling of the football in the public view. After reading most of the entry, why not offer him the degree before he gets to college. Young man you have won the biggest prize in Ga. high school sports. You are at the level that rarely wins that award(?). Remeber that your own future is what these colleges are asking you to make a statement on in the coming days. By holding out to long the prize my not be that big of a deal. Mr. Football Ga. is G.REED. It’s been a long time since a player from aaaaa has got the ball at the end of the season. Watch where and how the big man run the ball after a catch or knockdown. GOOD LUCK. ARE WE WATCHING THE BIG MAN HANDLE THE COLLEGE IN THE SEC.

By 1-aa

January 6, 2009 10:45 AM | Link to this

It’s a wild time when a player from the large class(aaaaa) gets player of the year. That person must be able to endure the selling of the football in the public view. After reading most of the entry, why not offer him the degree before he gets to college. Young man you have won the biggest prize in Ga. high school sports. You are at the level that rarely wins that award(?). Remeber that your own future is what these colleges are asking you to make a statement on in the coming days. By holding out to long the prize my not be that big of a deal. Mr. Football Ga. is G.REED. It’s been a long time since a player from aaaaa has got the ball at the end of the season. Watch where and how the big man run the ball after a catch or knockdown. GOOD LUCK. ARE WE WATCHING THE BIG MAN HANDLE THE COLLEGE IN THE SEC.

By Gator Nation

January 6, 2009 10:53 AM | Link to this

Mr. Reid is a great player that will contribute at any university of his choosing.

But lets be real here, he de-comitted from Florida because we start 3 sophomores and 1 freshman in our defensive backfield. He, like most big time recruits, does not want to sit and wait for two years.

Good luck to you Mr. Reid and whatever school of your choosing.

By RAMBLE ON!!!

January 6, 2009 10:54 AM | Link to this

Tech Has an Inferiority Complex…you said I called the coaching staff racist?

…please provide evidence of this outrageous claim?

By OH yeah

January 6, 2009 10:56 AM | Link to this

Sure practice against Nesbitt, that will help you a lot when you are drafted by the pros to face all those option offenses they run at the next level. Oh well. never mind.

By godoggo

January 6, 2009 11:14 AM | Link to this

As an “Orange and Blue to the Bone Florida Gator” i too hope he chooses us…..On the other hand living here 20 years i root for UGA whenever we are not playing them….Hell…i had to have my picture taken with UGA #4 and #5 because of the other half……..But im going with ‘Ol Dawg” comments…go with the heart

PS: As much as you Dogs hate my Gators, you gotta pull 4 them in the BCS Thursday….we gotta keep some respect in the SEC…..Musberger finally has stopped talkin about Notre Dame every week (just forget about what Steve did too you guys for so long…look how he changed the game for us…its mainly an aerial attack these days : )

Can i get an AMEN Brothas ?

By dean

January 6, 2009 11:16 AM | Link to this

This is a man among boys but my information is that his grades will keep him out of div 1 schools… jr college and maybe in two years???

By Joker

January 6, 2009 11:32 AM | Link to this

Don’t fall to the pressure that Israel Troupe did in Tifton. Florida wanted him and Georgia has hardly used him. The boosters from South Georgia and Alumni tricked this kid. I bet he want admit it but I bet you he wishes he was in Florida now and look he would have played 2hours 15 minutes from home and yu are even closer.

By lowndesvikings1

January 6, 2009 11:32 AM | Link to this

I have been a season ticket holder of Lowndes football games for about 20 years now. Reid is the best player I have ever seen come thorugh lowndes and even in the state. I wish him nothing but the best and hope he does a great job on saturdays wherever he goes. Although I hope he will play saturdays in Athens, I wish him nothing but the best because he is a GREAT football player and and game changer.

Reid we will miss you on Friday night at Martin Stadium because you were such a pleasure to watch and you have such a love for the game of football.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!

By GatorFan

January 6, 2009 11:34 AM | Link to this

At least UGA will teach him how to be a LOSER.

By MaconGator

January 6, 2009 11:34 AM | Link to this

Greg, if you strive to be 2nd then UGA is definitely the place for you. If you’d rather hoist big crystal footballs that say National Champions on them then Gainesville should be your new home away from home.

By lowndesvikings1

January 6, 2009 11:35 AM | Link to this

I have been a season ticket holder of Lowndes football games for about 20 years now. Reid is the best player I have ever seen come thorugh lowndes and even in the state. I wish him nothing but the best and hope he does a great job on saturdays wherever he goes. Although I hope he will play saturdays in Athens, I wish him nothing but the best because he is a GREAT football player and and game changer.

Reid we will miss you on Friday night at Martin Stadium because you were such a pleasure to watch and you have such a love for the game of football.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!

By hem o'roid

January 6, 2009 12:12 PM | Link to this

You gotta work on yo rithmatic, inglish, speling and most importantly—hat pointing. Hat pointing is mainly it. Do like Branden, get you a large entourage of fat family members and lay out them hats. Then while you fumble around with the hats, have you fattest cousin drop his pants, moon the camera, with yo selection painted across his posterior. If its ugay, just paint some jail bars on his behind and everyone will know your selection.

By Muahahaha!!

January 6, 2009 12:23 PM | Link to this

Buddy you should have sent coach Meyer to voice mail. :-)

By Geez...

January 6, 2009 12:27 PM | Link to this

I can not believe I just read every one of these comments. And yes, the weather does stink in B’ham.

Here is what I have gathered:

1) A lot of people can not spell. 2) Florida fans are idiots that think tradtion goes back to 1990. 3) Tech fans…congrats on beating the DAWGS for the first time since Richt got to Athens. But you are still 2nd in the state in football. Do you get a ring for that? 4) Quincy Carter black balled himself but at least he was no Reggie Ball. Phew! =) 5) I love UGA and bleed red and black but the negative comments about our coaches and players do need to stop. How can you not love CMR and what he has done for the university and the state? For the outsiders who do not know this man and his beliefs, bash someone else because he is 100% class. Can we really say that about Meyer??? 6) Would love to have GR in red and black the next few years along w/ Smith but I wish him the best in wherever he decides to go…wonder how many recruits really read all of this crap anyway? Just curious and Happy New Year.

Go DAWGS!!!

By marcus

January 6, 2009 1:02 PM | Link to this

you guys ought to get a life! you are the same jerks who clamour over these kids, but if your kid brought home a “bruttha” or “sista” you’d disown them. that’s why georgia supported mccain. closet rednecks got exposed. hey kid! go to the university of virgina, you’ll start, get a quality education and have connections for life. and if any of you nut cases think i’m an alumni of that “jeffersonial jail,” then think again. its just the best place going for the above mentioned reasons. go heels!

By Atlanta Jackets

January 6, 2009 1:05 PM | Link to this

Here is what I’ve learned in my short time following this blog:

(1) Georgia fans are rude. (2) Florida fans think they own football and can be rude. (3) Tech fans are angry with rude Georgia fans. (4) This Greg Reid kid is one that needs to be a Jacket.

There are a few exceptions to (1), (2) and (3). But no exception to (4) LOL!

Come on Greg “Make ‘em bleed” Reid. We need you on our side. The good guys. And with a nickname like that (which I just made up!) how can you refuse, right?

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 1:07 PM | Link to this

It’s hard not to laugh hysterically at a comment about history from a ‘dawg’ fan. History has to go back to at least 1980 right? Here are some fun facts…

Tech wins 6 of the last 20 against UGA, and UGA fans say it’s not a rivalry. However, in that same time frame, UGA has only beaten Florida only 4 times. Florida thinks you’re a joke, UGA. I’m sure that’s hard to take.

The word in Valdosta is that Reid won’t qualify… so he definitely will be of no interest to Tech.

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 1:16 PM | Link to this

Too many ‘only’s…. oops.

By recruitnik

January 6, 2009 1:17 PM | Link to this

Geez, That UF tradition has more national titles than your dawgs. Who cares if they didnt become a powerhouse till 1990, most of the kids in this years recruiting class weren’t even born before 1990. What do they care about UGA fans bragging about games won before WWII? You have to be over 50 years old to have seen a winning record vs. UF in your lifetime.

Dawgsrule, You are clueless. The Gators have a younger team than UGA did this year and will be far from being down next season and in fact they could be better than this year. For one Tebow will be back in 09. also the Gators return the entire 2 deep from defense that held UGA without a TD until they put the 2nd and 3rd stringers in, and UGA will lose Stafford and Moreno. In addition the Gators will return in addition to Tebow, Rainey, Demps, Moody, Hernandez and Cooper who are all better than any skill position player UGA will return outside of AJ Green and oh yeah a very deep OL that led the way for the best rushing attack in the SEC.

By The Big Bug

January 6, 2009 1:48 PM | Link to this

The reason Ried is not being recruited by Tech is obvious. Word is he may not even graduate from high school. We all know he can remain eligible at GA if he can eat with a knife and fork. When has a football player ever been declared academically ineligible at GA?

By PTC DAWG

January 6, 2009 1:56 PM | Link to this

To the Lowndes County resident who think it’s mostly 2 lane roads to Athens, you need a map. Yes it’s further than Gainesville (which can be found by smell alone) but it’s not MOSTLY 2 lane roads. Last time I checked, I-75 ran north all the way to Macon….then you cut off.

By CHARLOTTE DAWG

January 6, 2009 2:08 PM | Link to this

How anybody can say we will dominate the Gators due to a few recruits is beyond me!

As far as Florida is concerned, we are like Tech. The best we can hope for is to beat the Gators once every 5 years or so.

Georgia needs to consistently out-recruit Florida year in and year out. Not happening. And in my opinion, Meyer is an elite coach with Richt just being a very good coach.

Just accept it. I have. I hate the Gators but I am not a fool. Such talk just makes them rub it in even more when they beat us.

I am disgusted about Florida’s dominance over us but have no reason whatsoever to believe that will change anytime soon. It will take Meyer leaving or a Jan Kemp-like scandal to derail the Gators.

Just being realistic.

With that being said, Greg Reid could play at Georgia quicker than Florida so if that concerns him, he should be a Bulldog and be a part of a winning program that nonetheless looses to Florida 3 out of the 4 years he is there. He can still make plenty of money in the NFL by going to Georgia. So he’ll probably be a Bulldog.

By GHOST OF ERK RUSSELL

January 6, 2009 2:17 PM | Link to this

The kid may not be a brain surgeon but he is smart enough not to go to tech.Is tech even ranked in the top 50 in recruiting?Thats what i thought.

By Titletown King

January 6, 2009 2:18 PM | Link to this

It’s funny how North Ga was trashing Reid and his teammates just over a month ago for a seemingly overblown and harmless incident.. as a Gator fan, Id love to have him & we fans can plead but understands he has to do what is best for his future.

As a sports show host, this is great debate material because both schools develop talent & make great players but lets be honest.. UGA has had very little to brag about in comparison to UF. Meyer has a nat’l title & as many SEC championships as Richt in half the time.

UF has one of America’s youngest teams & will return a slew of talent. UGA is losing Moreno & Stafford, & rumor has it Tebow is staying & Harvin’s status depends on his performance & ankle after Thursday.

Reid would get more playing time at UGA but lets face it, his style fits in perfect with Gator playcalling in all facets.

Three things are certain. 1- Whoever gets him is very fortunate. 2- He is a BIG-TIME playmaker. 3- He can’t make a “wrong decision” because he will find many positives @ UGA or UF.

Good luck in the classroom, & I hope he gets the grades needed

By Mrs. A

January 6, 2009 2:18 PM | Link to this

Hey you guys guess what? Greg Reid does qualify, he found out yesterday (Mon.).I talked with him last night ,he’s real close with me and my hubby.Greg baby do your thang choose the school you want to go to ,not where everybody wants you to go.Just know you have my support wherever you go.

By Call it Like it is

January 6, 2009 2:20 PM | Link to this

He probably will be neither since he most likely does not have the grades to get into either school.

Therefore, until he does, who cares?

Enough Said!

By missmri

January 6, 2009 2:30 PM | Link to this

Join your cousin at THE U!!!!

By D.Ellis

January 6, 2009 2:46 PM | Link to this

recruitnik-What do you think the REAL chances are of Harvin going pro? I’m a DAWG fan and we hear alot of Moreno and Stafford talk but not alot of Spikes or Harvin talk. I ithnk Spikes would be a 2-4 round pick…and Harvin maybe even higher with the birth of the wildcat in the NFL. Your thoughts?

By TechRules

January 6, 2009 4:00 PM | Link to this

Can this kid read? If not, no problem—the UGA coaches can stick him in some mickey mouse classes where they give oral exams, like sports psychology or the history of football. He’ll be on the deans list and be ready to entertain rich bulldog fans.

By lowndesvikings1

January 6, 2009 4:34 PM | Link to this

Some of you people on here need to quit downing this kid and give him a chance. I have met him many of times and he is a nice young man who just loves the game of football!!!!

By lowndesvikings1

January 6, 2009 4:35 PM | Link to this

Some of you people on here need to quit downing this kid and give him a chance. I have met him many of times and he is a nice young man who just loves the game of football!!!!

By Atlanta Jackets

January 6, 2009 4:39 PM | Link to this

Sup’ sup, Greg? Come on down to the flats and be a playa. A balla. A big jacket holla!

See, we rock the cool too! LOL

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 4:40 PM | Link to this

To ‘Ghost of Erk Russel’:

Rivals has Tech at 26th right now. Next year’s juniors/rs-sophs were ranked ahead of UGA’s 06 class by Rivals (13th to 14th). You’re not very smart are you?

By v-town boy

January 6, 2009 5:03 PM | Link to this

From Valdosta, I’ve talked to this kid before and I don;t think he can make grades, mistake using a scholarship on him

By GHOST OF ERK RUSSELL

January 6, 2009 5:06 PM | Link to this

Hey The Dude-Did you really say next years soph and juniors-damn you techies are pathetic.UGA does not even recruit the players you do we battle FLA ALA USC and TEXAS for players you nerds battle NAVY-VMI and WESTERN CAROLINA for players.You nerds wont be close to UGA on signing day this year or next year.We sign top 5 classes you will be lucky to be in the top 30-40.You dont recruit on the same level as UGA and never will.What hs player wants to play in your little stadium and have to look at your hideous coeds all day.You silly little bee-see you in 7 yrs

By GEEZ IS AN IDIOT

January 6, 2009 5:17 PM | Link to this

The Gators has a tradition that goes back to 1990’s?

HOW DOES IT FEEL KNOWING THE GATORS HAVE ACCOMPLISHED MORE IN FOOTBALL THAN GEORGIA HAS?

GEORGIA IS, AND ALWAYS WILL BE, COMPLETE LOSERS!!!!

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 5:25 PM | Link to this

I guess I actually have to spell it out… Tech’s class of 2006, players that will be juniors and red-shirt sophomores next season, was ranked higher (13th vs 14th) than UGA’s. I guess I gave your reading comprehension skills too much credit (read: you’re stupid). Tech and UGA rarely compete for the same players because most of UGA’s recruits would be academic liabilities at Tech (read: no underwater basket weaving at Tech). What that means in a nutshell is that UGA, with it’s top 5 recruiting classes year in and year out, should NEVER lose to Tech and should, at worst, go 1 for 3 against Florida. That’s a poetic note though, because we know that neither are true.

By GTMike

January 6, 2009 5:25 PM | Link to this

To ‘Ghost of Erk Russel’:

45-42.

Tech fans are far less interested in the rating of the recruiting class, and far more interested in the SCOREBOARD !!

Shut up and go finish getting my french fries, dawg faw!

By heeldawg

January 6, 2009 5:27 PM | Link to this

Reid’s obviously a great player. Here’s hoping he qualifies and can play D1 ball netx season someplace (hopefully at UGa).

To the racist dude who posted the racist comment about Georgia: it’s you who are the racist, as evidenced by your attitude. Hard to accuse Georgia coaches/fans etc. of being racist when most of the starters on both sides of the ball are African-American, as well as half of the coaching staff and the highly-respected Athletic Director. And the biggest hero in Georgia football history is Herschel Walker, a black man.

As far as the “racism” allegations of how Georgia handled the Quincy Carter situation, all I have to say is that Qunicy made the bed he subsequently lay down in. Is the NFL racist because they banned him for substance abuse? Was Alabama racist for expelling the player who sold cocaine to his teammates?

Stop blaming racism for the failures of individuals. People are acccountable for themselves. Racism has nothing to do with it.

Finally, I would hardly call CMR’s tenure at UGA a failed one, with 83 wins in 8 seasons. I expect them to be even better next season than this year. Fans of most schools (including Tech) would sell body parts fo rthat kind of record.

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 5:40 PM | Link to this

To ‘heeldawg’:

Excellent post; and you’re right on all accounts (especially the part about selling body parts for 10 win seasons). As a Tech fan it’s fun to poke fun here and there, but you can’t argue with the numbers and the success. There’s no easier person to p!ss off than a blindly passionate fan. That’s what makes it fun to post on blogs.

By GHOST OF ERK RUSSELL

January 6, 2009 5:55 PM | Link to this

The racist guy was obviously a techie knowing that any player of Reids status would never look at tech.Just trying to stir something up thats not there.

By Public School Teacher

January 6, 2009 6:17 PM | Link to this

I was not going to respond to this blog until I read the one that said “considering his actions in the Grayson brawl.” I guess that the writer is a little confused. I know FOR A FACT that Greg Reid did not participate in the after game brawl. He sat on the bench or stood around near the bench b/c he was told by a mentor to not get involved. Maybe the writer needs to get his/her facts straight. We are proud of Greg down here in Lowndes County. Don’t bash someone if you don’t know the truth.

By The Big Bug

January 6, 2009 7:11 PM | Link to this

If we were willing to sell a body part to have GA’s record don’t you think we would lower our academic standards to GA’s do same? Instead, we just win with a smaller budget, higher standards,smaller stadium, smarter student athletes. In general, a more respected and recognised institution in ALL aspects.

By Dawg fan

January 6, 2009 7:17 PM | Link to this

Why nothing about the Montez Robinson commitment in the AJC?

By The Dude

January 6, 2009 7:18 PM | Link to this

To ‘The Big Bug’:

It’s a figure of speech, dude. Ease up.

By vikings rule

January 6, 2009 7:23 PM | Link to this

First of all congrats to GREG REID. All of us here in Lowndes County already knew that he was a special talent long before he got national exposure. Now what amazes me most is that before the nation really got to see why all us Lowndes supporters were constantly commenting on Reid no one outside of Lowndes County never had anything good to say about Reid as an athlete or as human being as far as that matters. Nearly all of the remarks about Reid were always negative remarks. Now it seems that all of a sudden some of those same people who never had anything positive to say about him are voicing their opinion on how great of an athlete he is and are praying that he signs with Georgia. Seem so strange that all the haters are such Reid fans all of a sudden when they think of the opportunity of having a kid like Reid in Athens. All i can say is that you people really need to examine yourselves. Here is a kid with tremendous talent and mostly all the post this year on the AJC blogs were negative when it came to Reid and Lowndes. The decision of what college he attends is entirely up to him. So, instead of trying to pretend that all of a sudden all you guys care so much about Reid, i just rather you say that he is a tremendous talent and wish him the best where ever he choses to go instead of trying to lure him to Georgia just because you know it will increase your chances of winning.

By vikings rule

January 6, 2009 7:49 PM | Link to this

So Greg if by some chance you are reading any of these blogs just ignore the negative and keep doing what you’re doing. You have a bright future ahead of you. Just remember to put God first, apply yourself in school, work hard, and the rest will come. We all here at Lowndes know that you are a good kid and are very proud of you. We all are going to miss you on Friday nights but we are excited about seeing you on Saturday as well. So get out there and show them what we all have known all along. Now go make your family, community, and THE VIKING NATION proud. D-SECTION ALL NIGHT LONG

By Mark Morrell

January 6, 2009 8:29 PM | Link to this

Greg, Dude you are alot closer to the Gators than the Dawgs, makes us south Ga boys proud

By hmmmm!

January 6, 2009 9:34 PM | Link to this

Fl. State is the closest of them all.

By UGAs...NewOwnerIsGT

January 6, 2009 9:45 PM | Link to this

Good dawgie! Last time we went out and played in your back yard you finally learned the command “roll over and play dead”. We know how much dawgies like to please their owners and we are excited about going out to play again so you can please your new owner by learning your new command of “rolling over and playing dead” again and again and again. You such a goood little dawgie!

By Region1AAAAA guru

January 6, 2009 10:13 PM | Link to this

Announcement

Greg Reid will be making his final decision Tuesday, February 3 live at Austin’s Steak House on 2101 W Hill Ave, Valdosta, GA. If you can’t attend, you can hear it live on www.talk921.com.

This is my brother’s radio show. He had his inaugural show tonight and Greg Reid, Michael Gilliard (UGA committ), Marcus Solomon (GA State committ), and Gerald Demps (FSU committ) were the special guests. Reid did in fact say that Mike Bobo was coming down to Lowndes tommorrow to set up his official UGA visit. He also said that he intends on visiting other campuses. To be honest, my friends and I (huge UGA fans) were pressing him pretty hard once Reid commented for us to “ask him anything” but he wouldn’t budge when asked about where he’s leaning. It’s not just about football for Reid, I could see it in his eyes. He’s an 18 year old kid with the biggest decision, to this point, of his life ahead of him. He’s genuinely concerned about where he will spend the next four years of his life. He admitted that the Tuberville talk definitely had a huge impact on his decision to de-committ. As he walked out of the room, I jokingly commented for him not to swayed by the outcome of the National Championship on Thursday.

By Region1AAAAA guru

January 6, 2009 10:14 PM | Link to this

Announcement

Greg Reid will be making his final decision Tuesday, February 3 from 6-8 live at Austin’s Steak House on 2101 W Hill Ave, Valdosta, GA. If you can’t attend, you can hear it live on www.talk921.com. If you plan on attending, I suggest getting there early. WALB as well as Channel 6 will probably be there

This is my brother’s radio show. He had his inaugural show tonight and Greg Reid, Michael Gilliard (UGA committ), Marcus Solomon (GA State committ), and Gerald Demps (FSU committ) were the special guests. Reid did in fact say that Mike Bobo was coming down to Lowndes tommorrow to set up his official UGA visit. He also said that he intends on visiting other campuses. To be honest, my friends and I (huge UGA fans) were pressing him pretty hard once Reid commented for us to “ask him anything” but he wouldn’t budge when asked about where he’s leaning. It’s not just about football for Reid, I could see it in his eyes. He’s an 18 year old kid with the biggest decision, to this point, of his life ahead of him. He’s genuinely concerned about where he will spend the next four years of his life. He admitted that the Tuberville talk definitely had a huge impact on his decision to de-committ. As he walked out of the room, I jokingly commented for him not to swayed by the outcome of the National Championship on Thursday.

By GREG REID UGAY IS RACIST

January 6, 2009 11:50 PM | Link to this

REMEMEBER GREG ALL THE UGAY REDNECK FANS VOTED FOR MCCAIN-PALIN,AT LEAST HERE IN FLORIDA WE VOTED FOR OBAMA CAUSE WERE READY FOR CHANGE.

GOING TO UGAY LOSERS. COMING TO FLORIDA YOU WILL BE PLAYING FOR NATIONAL TITLE CHECK US OUT ON THURSDAY NITE

COACH MEYER 1 FIN TO BE 2 NATIONAL TITLES

COACH RICHT 0 NATIONAL TITLES

RINGS TROPHIES AND TITLES LIVE IN FLORIDA NOT UGAY

1.WHO COACHES IN BIG GAMES AND WIN? NOT COACH RICHT (BUT COACH MEYER) 2.WHICH GA SCHOOL WON NATIONAL TITLE LAST? (NOT UGAY) BUT GA TECH YELLOW JACKETS 1990 3.WHY IS ALL THE TOP TALENT FROM GA NOT GOING TO UGAY? BECAUSE ITS A RACIST SCHOOL 4.JAMAL LEWIS,DEON BRANCH,CALVIN JOHNSON,CHARLIE WARD,DARIUS WALKER,TAKEO SPIKES,RONNIE BROWN,KARLOS DANSBY AND MANY OTHER GEORGIA BORN FOOTBALL PLAYERS DID NOT GO YO RACIST REDNECK UGAY.

KNOW YOUR FACTS BEFORE GOING TO UGAY GREG REID PLEASE.

By Bird Dawg

January 7, 2009 2:13 AM | Link to this

NO HOT RECRUITS WANT TO GO TO TECH BECAUSE TEY’RE STILL RUNNING A HIGH SCHOOL OFFENSE TECH ALWAYS HAS, CURRENTLY DOES AND ALWAYS WILL S U C K

By UGAY IS RACIST

January 7, 2009 6:09 AM | Link to this

YOU FORGOT ONE THING DUMBA$$ BIRD DAWG TECH BEAT YOUR MUTTS WITH A HIGH SCHOOL OFFENCE,AND WITH YOUR SO-CALLED STRONG TALENT.

LOOK AT HOW GA TECH BEAT THE MUTTS GREG REID MUTTS HAVE NO HEART WE DO WITH PAUL JOHNSON

By Roy

January 7, 2009 12:21 PM | Link to this

Reid is an exceptional player. He can name his ticket. I have no doubt that where ever he decides to go, he will prevail. I am so proud of his accomplishments. Grades will not be a problem because Reid knows what it takes to succeed in the classroom as well as on the football field. The one thing that a lot of people don’t know is that Reid has played the same way since his career begin in football. I have watched him from the early years in the Boys and Girls Club. He was exciting to watch then and he is still exciting to watch now. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK CUZ. If you keep God first, he will provide riches beyond your wildest dreams. I am so proud of you. Your Cuz, Roy

By st simons

January 7, 2009 1:45 PM | Link to this

Tech’s high school offense kicked Ga but!!!!!!! 45 to 42

By Rob

January 7, 2009 4:01 PM | Link to this

Do you people really think these kids read your comments? It amusing the p** out of me to see what you guys say. I think we should leave the recruiting to the men that are paid to do so, not cubicle mcgees like yourselves.

By jhenry

January 7, 2009 5:14 PM | Link to this

Well said cousin Roy. Greg is an exceptional athlete and a great kid. For all of you that came on this blog with your negative comments about his attitude,etc., you need to go somewhere else with it. None of you know anything about Greg, so stop spewing your hatred. As far as the Grayson game is concerned, I never saw Greg involved in the brawl, but if someone spit in my face, I’d be upset too. For those of you who think the refrees didn’t cheat in that game, go back and watch it on tv and you’ll see. I watched Grayson play P’Ridge the very next week, and the things that the Rams got away with in the Lowndes game, they were flagged left and right far in the P’Ridge game. That’s why they loss. Noone was trying to help them out in that game. Even in that loss, Greg still shone through as the true athlete that he is. Most of you on here making negative comments about his grades need to hush as well. Unless you have been in the records office keeping up with his grades, then you need to keep your comments to yourself. Grown folks hating on a super kid…what a shame. Greg you know what you have to do to succeed, and your motivation is high. I know that you will take care of business and do what you need to do. So go out there and put all these naysayers to rest. I’ve been a fan since you played little league at the Boys and Girls Club, and even after leaving Lowndes and moving to ATL, I have remained a fan and a follower. So, whereever you go, my family and I will follow your career and remain a fan. Put God first in your decision and he will direct your path. He will also help you overcome any obstacle that gets in your way regardless of what it is. Your destined for GREATNESS and remember: What God has for YOU, it is for YOU! Love Ya’[

By #1REID FAN

January 7, 2009 6:29 PM | Link to this

We’re very proud of you here in Lowndes County. I realize that the decision is yours about which college to attend but I think if you really follow your heart it should lead you to UF (LOL). Come on dude, you have been a GATOR fan since you were a kid and you know it. Why not live out your dream? Do you realize how many kids that actually get the opportunity to play for a University like Florida. Man be a Gator if you truly want to be on a winner on a winning team. At UGA you’re only going to be a great player on a losing team. While your sitting at home watching the National Championship Game tomorrow night just imagine yourself holding that big chrystal ball with a #24 Florida jersey on withR-E-I-D on the back. Besides, Gainsville is only 1hr 45min away from home. Man you fit into Urban Meyers system. And of course he is well known for letting freshmen play if they have the skills and we all know the you possess that. So, go on up there to Athens and have your little visit but on Feb. 3 i expect you to announce that you’re going to the best school in the best conference and we all know that’s THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA. Greg, you were a winner Lowndes, and if you want to continue that winning tradition then head down I-75 south. Dude you’re a winner and if you choose UGA you’re not going to win, point blank. You’re a smart kid and i know you’re going to make the right decision. But even if for some reason you do choose UGA is the best fit for you i’ll always be cheering and praying for you. Even though i’m just a Lowndes fan I’m still very, very proud of you and wish you only the best.

By South-Georgia-Bully

January 7, 2009 11:45 PM | Link to this

I saw the game sunday and Greg Reid Is the best player in GA. Im happy to see someone from south GA get some recognition. I hope that you metro-Atlanta people will stop being so nieve and just admit that Greg Reid is way better than Brandon Smith. I mean smith made a lot of tackles because he let people catch passes. Greg Reid is the truth ask marlon brown after he burned your “Prince Kent.” Brandon Smith is OVERRATTED and you know it.

By Phil

January 8, 2009 10:48 AM | Link to this

With Stafford and Moreno leaving we need Greg Reid more than ever now. This kid is awesome. Every week I saw highlights of Lowndes county games and Reid is a game breaker. When he gets in the open, nobody can catch him. I don’t know much about Branden Smith other than what I have read about him. But I have seen Reid and this kid is the best player I have seen in Georgia this year. It’s not hard to figure out why the Atlanta Constitution named him player of the year over Branden Smith. WE NEED GREG REID AT GEORGIA!!! Get on the ball Richt and Bobo!!

By Phil

January 8, 2009 10:49 AM | Link to this

With Stafford and Moreno leaving we need Greg Reid more than ever now. This kid is awesome. Every week I saw highlights of Lowndes county games and Reid is a game breaker. When he gets in the open, nobody can catch him. I don’t know much about Branden Smith other than what I have read about him. But I have seen Reid and this kid is the best player I have seen in Georgia this year. It’s not hard to figure out why the Atlanta Constitution named him player of the year over Branden Smith. WE NEED GREG REID AT GEORGIA!!! Get on the ball Richt and Bobo!!