At the risk of being Debbie Downer, I just don’t get too hyped about commitments these days. It has gotten to the point that it seems akin to “I’m leaning toward going to” said school rather than true commitment. More so in football than in other sports.
Totally forgot that. I guess I meant more the current version of BU because I feel he has reinvented himself to some degree during his time here. Wish Leron would have stayed!
Lucas Johnson was also a beloved Illini player and they have very comparable contributions statistically. I would argue that any disappointment with Ty is more a result of higher expectations and injury than with contributions. I will be rooting hard for him.
I am beyond thrilled about next year’s team, both in our returnees and our incoming freshmen class. Make no mistake though, there are going to be new guys running the offense and to expect anyone to be KW will be setting ourselves up for disappointment. I am excited to see how this group comes...
I don’t think Drej’s impact this year would have been any greater had he started. You could argue that it could have diminished his impact. NBA scouts don’t care who starts. How many reserve players from blue blood programs get drafted? Guys want an opportunity for PT and impact. I’m just...