MSU Football 2012 Recruiting Thread

**SpartanValor** · 06-25-2011, 02:22 PM

4* DT Jaleel Johnson now announcing in the next few days. Last week his hs coach said we were his leader, so its looking good right now.

**MSUBrian11** · 06-25-2011, 02:22 PM

Jaleel Johnson will be deciding between Iowa and MSU in the next few days. I for one am shocked by this development since Jaleel has shown little to no interest in MSU as of late.

**lionstigersand...** · 06-26-2011, 07:11 PM

At the img7v7 down in FL...Dennis Norfleet's team won the competition with him garnering mvp honors. James White (db from Crockett that we're closely looking at) played well and nabbed a couple picks too.

It'll be interesting to see if Norfleet gers more SEC interest now...I think we've got a legit shot there, and his video suggests game-breaking talent.

**MSUBrian11** · 06-26-2011, 09:08 PM

GA RB Nick Tompkins commits. Had offers from Wisconsin, Georgia Tech, Cal, Arkansas, Stanford, Mississippi State, Boston College, Vanderbilt, and a few others. Rated 10th best RB on Rivals.com

**SpartanValor** · 06-26-2011, 09:48 PM

Awesome. His dad played for wisconsin too.

**lionstigersand...** · 06-26-2011, 10:05 PM

Wonder what that may mean for Norfleet. Regardless, a bird in the hand...

Not to mention that Nick Tompkins is a "pretty bird".

**monkeynuts** · 06-27-2011, 01:38 AM

Great pick up - that video is superb!

BTW, on a MSU note, just got back from the U2 concert at Spartan Stadium. I was a fan before, but not hardcore or anything...but the show was beyond phenominal. Awesome night in EL with tens of thousands of people that had never seen campus wandering around on a picture perfect evening.

**MSUBrian11** · 06-27-2011, 09:36 AM

Interesting, did they tell him this before the Miller situation? I'd have to think that they still would be taking 2 backs, and would take Mahone if he wants to commit.

“Michigan State felt like the perfect place for me, it was the complete package,” Tompkins told the AJC. “I gave it a lot of thought. I got that gut feeling about Michigan State and went with it. I knew they were only going to take one running back and I wanted it to be me.”

RB Nick Tompkins commits to Michigan State over Wisconsin, Georgia Tech, Illinois and Maryland | AJC College Sports Recruiting

**lionstigersand...** · 06-27-2011, 10:02 AM

Originally Posted by MSUBrian11

Interesting, did they tell him this before the Miller situation? I'd have to think that they still would be taking 2 backs, and would take Mahone if he wants to commit.

RB Nick Tompkins commits to Michigan State over Wisconsin, Georgia Tech, Illinois and Maryland | AJC College Sports Recruiting

I was wondering the same thing. Perhaps Jeremy Langford has taken things to another level. Matt Dorsey, at Spartanmag, really thinks Langford should make the switch to wr. Regardless, it'll be interesting to see how things shake out. Love Tompkins video though!

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**Bubba** · 06-27-2011, 10:17 AM

If TOmpkins gets mad cause we take Mahone, then he can either decommit or compete. If he decommits, I am certain we can get someone else, as long as we can get Mahone.

WOTS, Norfleet was telling people that he and Mahone were both committing to MSU to play RB, but obviously that was false.

**lionstigersand...** · 06-27-2011, 04:06 PM

Even more word on the streetier...MSU WILL only take one RB this year, and it sounds like it was first-come, first serve between Mahone and Tompkins.

Too bad, I really liked Mahone's video...Reminded me a lot of Robert Smith in his OSU days. Big kid, long-strider. That said, anyone taking a gander at Tompkins' video, recognizing that that is coming against the highest level of competition in GA, and then try to explain to me how he isn't, AT MINIMUM, a high 3* (I'd argue 4*) kid. Kid's got 15+ BCS offers too. Very pleased to have him in tow.

**Bubba** · 06-27-2011, 04:28 PM

Originally Posted by lionstigersand...

Even more word on the streetier...MSU WILL only take one RB this year, and it sounds like it was first-come, first serve between Mahone and Tompkins.

Too bad, I really liked Mahone's video...Reminded me a lot of Robert Smith in his OSU days. Big kid, long-strider. That said, anyone taking a gander at Tompkins' video, recognizing that that is coming against the highest level of competition in GA, and then try to explain to me how he isn't, AT MINIMUM, a high 3* (I'd argue 4*) kid. Kid's got 15+ BCS offers too. Very pleased to have him in tow.

Yes, people that have posted that live in GA on Rivals National Board have pumped him up and called him underrated. The most poignant point was that because of Sims, they started passing 50/50 and before that they were 80/20 Run/Pass and that his numbers would be even more stout. Glad we got a strong runner. Mahone will be a great back, but now I am hoping he goes to Tenn instead of PSU.

**SpartanValor** · 06-27-2011, 04:36 PM

Mahone was shown the recruiting board, he had his chance. MD wouldnt have let Tompkins commit if he rather would have had Mahone. Im very pleased, and theyll be even more depth chart space come 2013 with caper/baker gone, and bell a senior.

**Bubba** · 06-27-2011, 04:48 PM

I agree. I think our situation is as follows:
2011
Juniors Baker Caper Sophomores Bell Freshmen Hill/Langford
2012
Seniors Baker Caper Juniors Bell Sophomores Hill/Langford Freshman Tompkins
2013
Seniors Bell Juniors Hill/Langford Sophomores Tompkins Freshmen TWO newbies

Worst Case scenario is Caper or Bell blow out knee, Baker has an unreal season and goes Pro and we have Caper or Bell, Hill/Langford/Tompkins next season.

I think that if Caper or Bell blow out knee or Baker decides to go pro, all goes out window and we go after another RB.

**MSUBrian11** · 06-27-2011, 05:11 PM

We will be fine. You couldn't say no to Tompkins, and risk losing him and Mahone. They will take 2 RB's next year, so it shouldn't be a big deal. I think Baker goes pro regardless after this year, so in 2012 we will have Caper/Bell/Tompkins/Hill. I'm not worried at all.

Also, I don't think Norfleet has a commitable offer, if he did, he would have been green a long time ago.

**Bubba** · 06-27-2011, 10:38 PM

Didn't want to flame the UM recruiting board, but that Terry Richardson is exactly how I described him... when I upset JB that the "look at me" was strong in that little one. God he would be driving me crazy if he committed to us.

**lionstigersand...** · 06-29-2011, 04:16 AM

I think Norfleet does have a committable offer, assuming his academic info is correct, and I think we'll get him.

Sounds like the Jaleel Johnson recruitment may be tightening up too with Iowa once again battling us tightly for another highly regarded DT (Cooper).

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**MSUBrian11** · 06-29-2011, 09:49 AM

Originally Posted by Bubba

Didn't want to flame the UM recruiting board, but that Terry Richardson is exactly how I described him... when I upset JB that the "look at me" was strong in that little one. God he would be driving me crazy if he committed to us.

LOL, he's a trip. I always get a kick out of the "silent verbals" that Benke brings up as well.

**lionstigersand...** · 07-01-2011, 06:01 PM

Tyler O'Conner was officially named to the Elite "11" roster today. Some asides: the field has been expanded to 24; the competition aspects will be reconfigured a bit; and the camp will last an extra day.

Oh, and Kirk Cousins will be in attendance as a counselor, again.

**MSUBrian11** · 07-06-2011, 05:11 PM

looks like Jaleel Johnson to Iowa.

**SpartanValor** · 07-06-2011, 09:59 PM

Where did his kidneys commit?

**JonBenke** · 07-10-2011, 09:51 PM

BuckeyeGrove.com - Updating the 2012 Ohio rankings

**lionstigersand...** · 07-10-2011, 10:55 PM

Big Camp day tomorrow at MSU...A number of high-end prospects are expected to be in attendance...As well as a number of verbals.

**monkeynuts** · 07-12-2011, 10:31 PM

MSU picks up FL ATH McGarrett Kings. Not bad grabbing a Florida kid with a Florida State (and Wisconsin) offer.

Scout.com: MacGarrett Kings Profile

**SpartanValor** · 07-13-2011, 07:09 AM

And the obligate WVU offer...

Ran a 4.43 40 at msu's camp. Seemed to be high on msu for a while, kinda waiting for this to happen.

**SpartanValor** · 07-15-2011, 09:50 AM

4* Arizona DB, Reggie Daniels, has announced a top 8:

Arkansas
Boise State
Michigan State
Nebraska
Notre Dame
Oregon
USC (no offer)
Washington

**SpartanValor** · 07-15-2011, 09:59 AM

Verbal Commitments

Nick Tompkins, RB (Snellville, Georgia)

MacGarret Kings, ATH (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Josiah Price, TE/DE (Greentown, Indiana)

Jamal Lyles, LB (Lathrup Village, Michigan)

Kyle Kerrick, WR (Coatesville, Pennsylvania)

Se'Von Pittman, DE (Canton, Ohio)

Tyler O'Connor, QB (Lima, Ohio)

Benny McGowan, OL (Dayton, Ohio)

Zach Higgins, OL (Alliance, Ohio)

Evan Jones, TE (West Lafayette, Ohio)

Riley Bullough, S (Traverse City, Michigan)

**Johnny Mac** · 07-15-2011, 12:39 PM

Originally Posted by monkeynuts

MSU picks up FL ATH McGarrett Kings. Not bad grabbing a Florida kid with a Florida State (and Wisconsin) offer.

Scout.com: MacGarrett Kings Profile

He doesnt really have a FSU offer. He was discussed earlier in one of these threads (Not sure which of the 3). All the mods at FSU sites stated they have never heard of FSU coaches contacting MacGarret or even showing any interest as well as the recruiting board the FSU rivals site puts together which features 10-15 guys at each position they are interested in and it did not even include Macgerrett on the list. I guarentee he would never have been allowed to commit to FSU.

**SpartanValor** · 07-15-2011, 01:02 PM

Scout.com pays people to figure these things out, so I tend to trust them more than message board rumors.

**Johnny Mac** · 07-15-2011, 01:31 PM

Originally Posted by SpartanValor

Scout.com pays people to figure these things out, so I tend to trust them more than message board rumors.

Believe what you want, but honestly look at the WR FSU has signed or are in the top couple for and honestly tell me you think FSU would have taken Kings...even when this was brought up in the other thread the other MSU people seemed to agree and I remember one saying that they werent even sure if he had a MSU offer. But whatever....

**MSUBrian11** · 07-15-2011, 01:40 PM

Originally Posted by Johnny Mac

Believe what you want, but honestly look at the WR FSU has signed or are in the top couple for and honestly tell me you think FSU would have taken Kings...even when this was brought up in the other thread the other MSU people seemed to agree and I remember one saying that they werent even sure if he had a MSU offer. But whatever....

"Yeah I committed," Kings said Wednesday while participating in a 7-on-7 competition at the Miami Dolphins' practice facility in Davie. "I picked them over Wisconsin, Wake Forest, Louisville, Florida State just to name a few."

Davie's Macgarrett Kings commits to Michigan State: Davie's Macgarrett Kings commits to Michigan State - Orlando Sentinel

**SpartanValor** · 07-17-2011, 06:54 PM

MSU getting a DT transfer james kittredge from vandy. Had offers from ND and pretty much the entire big east out of high shool (from NJ). Wanted to play for a winner (his quote, not mine).

http://rivals.yahoo.com/vanderbilt/f...ittredge-83682

**SpartanValor** · 07-17-2011, 06:56 PM

He will be a sophomore for MSU in 2012.

**SpartanValor** · 07-17-2011, 11:06 PM

Reportedly an under armour All American coming out of H.S. as well. This is turning into quite the pickup.

**whoknew** · 07-18-2011, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by SpartanValor

MSU getting a DT transfer james kittredge from vandy. Had offers from ND and pretty much the entire big east out of high shool (from NJ). Wanted to play for a winner (his quote, not mine).

http://rivals.yahoo.com/vanderbilt/f...ittredge-83682

That link is the only one to say Notre Dame - that I saw. Strange. I wonder why the other articles didn't list it.

Weird that a 3* would take a Vanderbilt offer over a Notre Dame offer. That may be the first time ever, in fact.

**monkeynuts** · 07-18-2011, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by whoknew

That link is the only one to say Notre Dame - that I saw. Strange. I wonder why the other articles didn't list it.

Weird that a 3* would take a Vanderbilt offer over a Notre Dame offer. That may be the first time ever, in fact.

Solid job of subtly trolling by a UM fan. Even if you are factually correct (I have no idea), don't pretend like you're not trying to start something.

**lionstigersand...** · 07-18-2011, 12:01 PM

Originally Posted by whoknew

That link is the only one to say Notre Dame - that I saw. Strange. I wonder why the other articles didn't list it.

Weird that a 3* would take a Vanderbilt offer over a Notre Dame offer. That may be the first time ever, in fact.

LOL! Excellent point!

I see monkey covered it...

Luckily UM fans never do stuff like this, just like Benke never posts rumors about MSU commits...Certainly not about their grades...Not if they're from OH...Not anyone that plays defensive end...Not while being ranked among the top 3 players in that State...Just doesn't happen.

**whoknew** · 07-18-2011, 12:39 PM

Originally Posted by monkeynuts

Solid job of subtly trolling by a UM fan. Even if you are factually correct (I have no idea), don't pretend like you're not trying to start something.

I am also a Vanderbilt grad. So, if possible, I'd like to get double credit on this one.

**MSUBrian11** · 07-18-2011, 01:11 PM

Originally Posted by whoknew

That link is the only one to say Notre Dame - that I saw. Strange. I wonder why the other articles didn't list it.

Weird that a 3* would take a Vanderbilt offer over a Notre Dame offer. That may be the first time ever, in fact.

You fail.

"My dad played in the SEC, and he said there's nothing like playing in front of 100,000 people or a little less. He said it was one of the greatest experiences of his life, and I took it as a challenge. And Vanderbilt is in Nashville, a big city compared to some of the others, like Notre Dame, which is a private school in a secluded area. Nashville was different."

http://www.northjersey.com/sports/10...anderbilt.html

**SpartanValor** · 07-18-2011, 02:19 PM

I love when M fans make up garbage to fit their insecurities, then get completely roasted with the truth, usual in the form of a direct quote that Brian uncovers from the internets.

Amusing, to say the least.