I’m not even gonna let myself dream on that one. LolYes, please
Would have to think it's still categorized as unlikely but boyyyyy oh boyyy.
JJ Taylor likes defense, being coached.
Kenwood Academy wing wants to go to college, is working on post moves.t.co
1. He was asked if he intends to come watch a game this year. He said, "Not just one. I want to come for a lot of games" (1min 20sec)
Doesn’t Ayo’s dad coach there?JJ Taylor likes defense, being coached.
Kenwood Academy wing wants to go to college, is working on post moves.t.co
Good video. Notable points:
1. He was asked if he intends to come watch a game this year. He said, "Not just one. I want to come for a lot of games" (1min 20sec)
2. Would be cool if all 3 players could go to the same school
3. JJ Taylor emphasizes defense
4. Definitely wants to go to college (as opposed to pro)
5. Knows Ayo. He visits their High School still
If you think there isn’t still money under the table, you are either blissfully ignorant or naive.Well now that pay is out in the open
I don’t know why anyone could offer more than Illinois.I think in this new world it all comes down to how much can you offer in cash (above the table). In the past we've always heard it's my home blah blah blah and without exception the 5 star Chicago guys have gone to the blue bloods (and probably got paid under the table). Well now that pay is out in the open, if we can create a 7 digit package, I think we will be able to keep some of these 5 star guys home.
But can we offer that type of money? because the blue bloods can.
After he starts classes, donor requests a statue, approved by U of I. Name, image, and likeness. Asks for donations above the artists fee. I would hope a Taylor could get a couple of million for his NIL, from illinois basketball fans.I don’t know why anyone could offer more than Illinois.
I don't have any additional insight over anyone else, but we were the 9th ranked program in terms of revenue in 2019. Imagine the earning potentials are even higher now (new international markets, #1 seed, re-emergence of brand in 2020, yada yada yada). Seeing as though he would be our highest ranked recruit ever by about 20 spots, he would get a much bigger slice of the pie than at any other program as a freshman. He would also obviously be able to leverage his image better as a hometown hero. I'm not typically a homer with these things, but I'm not sure why would couldn't throw the kitchen sink at him, and then some.I don’t know why anyone could offer more than Illinois.
Marcus Liberty was the #1 recruit when he came to IllinoisI don't have any additional insight over anyone else, but we were the 9th ranked program in terms of revenue in 2019. Imagine the earning potentials are even higher now (new international markets, #1 seed, re-emergence of brand in 2020, yada yada yada). Seeing as though he would be our highest ranked recruit ever by about 20 spots, he would get a much bigger slice of the pie than at any other program as a freshman. He would also obviously be able to leverage his image better as a hometown hero. I'm not typically a homer with these things, but I'm not sure why would couldn't throw the kitchen sink at him, and then some.
If he is swayed to go to Kentucky or Duke because of their brands, I get that and there is nothing much to do about it. Unsure he would make more money there though.
Heard JJ tell a fan in the stands at the football game in response to "hope to see you playing here soon" "No doubt, you will, this is the where I wanna play"
Heard JJ tell a fan in the stands at the football game in response to "hope to see you playing here soon" "No doubt, you will, this is the where I wanna play"
Heard JJ tell a fan in the stands at the football game in response to "hope to see you playing here soon" "No doubt, you will, this is the where I wanna play"
Could be a Peoria Manual replay…Marcus Griffin, Sergio and Frankie all come to Illinois.JJ Taylor likes defense, being coached.
Kenwood Academy wing wants to go to college, is working on post moves.t.co
Good video. Notable points:
1. He was asked if he intends to come watch a game this year. He said, "Not just one. I want to come for a lot of games" (1min 20sec)
2. Would be cool if all 3 players could go to the same school
3. JJ Taylor emphasizes defense
4. Definitely wants to go to college (as opposed to pro)
5. Knows Ayo. He visits their High School still
I think Deon Thomas was top ten at one time also.Marcus Liberty was the #1 recruit when he came to Illinois
We're going to land one of the these top guys eventually. If I had to place a bet, I'd say sooner than later.
Would have to think it's still categorized as unlikely but boyyyyy oh boyyy.
Thanks for the info. I’m just not going to believe it until I see it. Too many things in play to ever feel good about his recruitment. I don’t know the kid, but the kind of pressure they are under is intense and coming from everywhere. Seems like a good kid and I will wish him the best no matter what (absent a hat trick!) and will keep my fingers crossed.Heard JJ tell a fan in the stands at the football game in response to "hope to see you playing here soon" "No doubt, you will, this is the where I wanna play"
Understandable, just keeping the hopium topped off. The words were said, no way to tell if there is anything behind them.Thanks for the info. I’m just not going to believe it until I see it. Too many things in play to ever feel good about his recruitment. I don’t know the kid, but the kind of pressure they are under is intense and coming from everywhere. Seems like a good kid and I will wish him the best no matter what (absent a hat trick!) and will keep my fingers crossed.
BTW, the hot dogs were great.
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He was wearing a black shirt and selling hot dogs.Heard JJ tell a fan in the stands at the football game in response to "hope to see you playing here soon" "No doubt, you will, this is the where I wanna play"
This is no joke, my wife works in athletics, our season seats are right next to where basketball puts the parents on the visits. Yesterday there where like 20 kenwood football players in front of us. Therefore when JJ came to say hi to them, this is where he was asked.He was wearing a black shirt and selling hot dogs.
ps - I hope this is true.