Signing Day Thread - 2012 Illini Football Recruiting

BWBW · Nov 24, 2011, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AHSIllini32

Glad you're sticking to topic instead of resorting to your usual "everyone else did something wrong and I'm smarter/never wrong".:rolleyes:

Regardless, it sounds like December has a lot of big visitors so here's hoping that we can still get them on campus if we have a coaching change.

gailmoore1949 · Nov 24, 2011, 01:41 PM

I posted earlier about the kid from Jacksonville Illinois. 6'5' junior. He already weighs 250. He plays both ways. He is a great defensive lineman, also kicks the extra points and field goals, and holds the school record already for receptions as a receiver on offense with another entire year to go. His name is Dalton Keene. I talked to his mom today at a local restaurant for Thanksgiving day, and asked what the chances were for him becoming an Illini. She told me that he already has letters from 25 schools, but so far Illinois has not offered. They were very puzzled as to why. They are both big Illini fans and have a very athletic family including a daughter that is 6'2" and a great volleyball player as well as a basketball player. Dalton was voted the best junior linebacker in the country at the start of the year by a national sports magazine. I can't imagine why Illinois has shown no interest. Maybe someone can put a bug in the coaches ear( whoever that is going to be)? I hate to see him get overlooked by the Illini as much as we need help in some areas.

gailmoore1949 · Nov 24, 2011, 01:49 PM

we need a Leshore or Mendenhall type running back, and a kick off return man that can take it all the way back, or at least get past the 20 now and then.

Groundhogday · Nov 24, 2011, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by AHSIllini32

Regardless, it sounds like December has a lot of big visitors so here's hoping that we can still get them on campus if we have a coaching change.

Ignoring the off topic personal attack, it is silly to think our list of recruiting targets won't change when Zook is fired. If some coordinators/assistants are retained that will help in getting current targets on campus. But our new coach will have different connections and inroads, so we will also see new guys added to the mix that previously weren't considering Illinois. A new coach might also have scheme needs that change the mix of recruits we target. Change isn't all bad.

Illini 52 · Nov 24, 2011, 02:59 PM

No, ignoring you is best and you just made my list of 1....

Illini 52 · Nov 24, 2011, 06:56 PM

We got a RB.....

AHSIllini32 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Illini 52

We got a RB.....

It would appear to be one Dami Ayoola if my ability to match up pictures is up to snuf...if it is him, this kid has some impressive offers and would be a great get.

I Hate Lemonier · Nov 24, 2011, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AHSIllini32

It would appear to be one Dami Ayoola if my ability to match up pictures is up to snuf...if it is him, this kid has some impressive offers and would be a great get.

Looks like him to me also. Nice pick up for sure

ThaKid101 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:07 PM

So they got Ayoola...I still want Garmon but this is exactly what they needed (An impact type of RB). Offers from Auburn, ND, etc. but he picks the Illini. Hopefully he brings Jelani Hamilton and others with him.

NS2toAJ8 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:08 PM

That indeed is Ayoola!!!! Hes a great Pick up!!!!!!!! Congrats Mr. Ayoola and to the staff!!!

Dan · Nov 24, 2011, 07:37 PM

Dami Ayoola

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/footbal...i-Ayoola-96211

illinidarrin · Nov 24, 2011, 07:40 PM

From his twitter page. "happy to be part of the Illini family."

Illini125 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:48 PM

Never hurts to be getting guys from STA either. Do you think we'll still try to grab 1 more running back for this class? With 2 leaving, it would make sense to add 2 more.

NS2toAJ8 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Illini125

Never hurts to be getting guys from STA either. Do you think we'll still try to grab 1 more running back for this class? With 2 leaving, it would make sense to add 2 more.

I say we take one more. Im guessing its either Torry Clayton or Rashard Burney.

KJKobs · Nov 24, 2011, 07:56 PM

In an article on Rivals, Ayoola said that Keith Brown's decision to switch from Miami to Illinois was an eye-opener and convinced him that Illinois was the right choice for him too.

Welcome to the Orange and Blue Dami!!

NS2toAJ8 · Nov 24, 2011, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by KJKobs

In an article on Rivals, Ayoola said that Keith Brown's decision to switch from Miami to Illinois was an eye-opener and convinced him that Illinois was the right choice for him too.

Welcome to the Orange and Blue Dami!!

Is it Premium? If not can you link it here so i can read it?

BigStan97 · Nov 24, 2011, 08:01 PM

Pretty impressed by getting Dami......Next year we have Young and Ferguson now Dami.....i still think we need another to have a total of 4 RBs but they all have different talents....which i like we need more of this!!!

blmillini · Nov 24, 2011, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ThaKid101

That's your opinion but it's not mine. I think he's done a good enough job and he has the program in position to take a big jump with a monster class (Which is in the process). I don't think people realize how hard it is to consistently get some of the best prospects in high school football every year. That is what Zook has shown. He's in a very small group of coaches who can pull that off at any school they're at. This team isn't far off from big things. Like I keep saying, with more impact/instant impact players they will make a lot of noise next year.

No doubt he can recruit. Unfortunately, he just can't win. Good get with the new RB. I hope we can keep some of these guys. Ideal world... Zook stays on to keep recruiting, someone takes on all coaching duties.

Big Bill · Nov 24, 2011, 08:41 PM

We need to start recruiting both the Offensive and Defensive lines. I can't wait to see both Browns at linebacker next year.

ThaKid101 · Nov 24, 2011, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by blmillini

No doubt he can recruit. Unfortunately, he just can't win. Good get with the new RB. I hope we can keep some of these guys. Ideal world... Zook stays on to keep recruiting, someone takes on all coaching duties.

He HAS won. He is now in position to take it to another level as he keeps gaining these types of players. Also somebody mentioned it, but the Keith Brown effect has already started. I can't wait to see who else they get/get in on.

Paignt It Orange · Nov 24, 2011, 09:13 PM

Very impressed with Dami's offer list. Welcome to Illini nation!

ThaKid101 · Nov 24, 2011, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Bill

We need to start recruiting both the Offensive and Defensive lines. I can't wait to see both Browns at linebacker next year.

They're in on those guys trust me. Several impressive OL and DL have recently set up visits with more on the way. They need Diamond, etc. and I'm really hoping now that they can flip Jelani Hamilton, etc.

NS2toAJ8 · Nov 24, 2011, 10:40 PM

Anyone else notice that Cody Quinn is labeled as a soft commit and is taking a visit to West Virgina?

Paignt It Orange · Nov 24, 2011, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by NS2toAJ8

Anyone else notice that Cody Quinn is labeled as a soft commit and is taking a visit to West Virgina?

Is that according to Scout??? Because Rivals still has him listed as a solid.

NS2toAJ8 · Nov 24, 2011, 10:54 PM

247 sports list him as soft. And his Rivals page says hes visiting WV on the 9th of December.

Nov 24, 2011, 09:13 PM	#2471
Paignt It Orange Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 1,208	Very impressed with Dami's offer list. Welcome to Illini nation! __________________ CHIEF

Nov 24, 2011, 01:41 PM	#2452
gailmoore1949 Posts: 259	I posted earlier about the kid from Jacksonville Illinois. 6'5' junior. He already weighs 250. He plays both ways. He is a great defensive lineman, also kicks the extra points and field goals, and holds the school record already for receptions as a receiver on offense with another entire year to go. His name is Dalton Keene. I talked to his mom today at a local restaurant for Thanksgiving day, and asked what the chances were for him becoming an Illini. She told me that he already has letters from 25 schools, but so far Illinois has not offered. They were very puzzled as to why. They are both big Illini fans and have a very athletic family including a daughter that is 6'2" and a great volleyball player as well as a basketball player. Dalton was voted the best junior linebacker in the country at the start of the year by a national sports magazine. I can't imagine why Illinois has shown no interest. Maybe someone can put a bug in the coaches ear( whoever that is going to be)? I hate to see him get overlooked by the Illini as much as we need help in some areas.

Nov 24, 2011, 01:49 PM	#2453
gailmoore1949 Posts: 259	we need a Leshore or Mendenhall type running back, and a kick off return man that can take it all the way back, or at least get past the 20 now and then.

Nov 24, 2011, 02:59 PM	#2455
Illini 52 Location: erie Posts: 331	No, ignoring you is best and you just made my list of 1....

Nov 24, 2011, 06:56 PM	#2456
Illini 52 Location: erie Posts: 331	We got a RB.....

Nov 24, 2011, 07:07 PM	#2459
ThaKid101 Banned Posts: 1,633	So they got Ayoola...I still want Garmon but this is exactly what they needed (An impact type of RB). Offers from Auburn, ND, etc. but he picks the Illini. Hopefully he brings Jelani Hamilton and others with him.

Nov 24, 2011, 07:08 PM	#2460
NS2toAJ8 Posts: 824	That indeed is Ayoola!!!! Hes a great Pick up!!!!!!!! Congrats Mr. Ayoola and to the staff!!!

Nov 24, 2011, 07:37 PM	#2461
Dan Admin Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 26,028	Dami Ayoola http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/footbal...i-Ayoola-96211

Nov 24, 2011, 07:40 PM	#2462
illinidarrin Location: from parts unknown Posts: 2,115	From his twitter page. "happy to be part of the Illini family."

Nov 24, 2011, 07:48 PM	#2463
Illini125 Posts: 1,598	Never hurts to be getting guys from STA either. Do you think we'll still try to grab 1 more running back for this class? With 2 leaving, it would make sense to add 2 more.

Nov 24, 2011, 07:56 PM	#2465
KJKobs Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 879	In an article on Rivals, Ayoola said that Keith Brown's decision to switch from Miami to Illinois was an eye-opener and convinced him that Illinois was the right choice for him too. Welcome to the Orange and Blue Dami!!

Nov 24, 2011, 08:01 PM	#2467
BigStan97 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 1,082	Pretty impressed by getting Dami......Next year we have Young and Ferguson now Dami.....i still think we need another to have a total of 4 RBs but they all have different talents....which i like we need more of this!!!

Nov 24, 2011, 08:41 PM	#2469
Big Bill Posts: 147	We need to start recruiting both the Offensive and Defensive lines. I can't wait to see both Browns at linebacker next year.

Nov 24, 2011, 10:40 PM	#2473
NS2toAJ8 Posts: 824	Anyone else notice that Cody Quinn is labeled as a soft commit and is taking a visit to West Virgina?

Nov 24, 2011, 10:54 PM	#2475
NS2toAJ8 Posts: 824	247 sports list him as soft. And his Rivals page says hes visiting WV on the 9th of December.