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Preparing Linebackers for the Pros (split from Marcus) This is true, but there's a reason that OSU sends almost every one of their linebackers to the NFL.

I will still be surprised if we lose Dodson. Not floored or anything, but still surprised. I honestly feel we have a better shot at Diggs than most people think, but not over 50%. If we don't land him, I'm betting Neal gets the full court press from UFM. That'll be the only remaining 2012...

From his frame, he looks like he can comfortably carry 205-210 and not lose speed.

I gotta say, this makes me happy about TSUN. Ohio State and Michigan shouldn't need to negtively recruit to get kids. We are above that.

This. Does anyone know if Vandalia Butler plays against the elite Dayton are programs every year? I.E. Centerville, Huber Heights-Wayne, etc.

This is just getting nuts. Have to second Wad's statement from yesterday.

Definitely my favorite Ohio OL. He's not built like a typical OL at all. Looks more like a DE.

I'm wondering how much bigger he is going to get. Two years left of high school could be not much at all or 50 pounds. Because if he's about done growing, then there's no way he gets an OSU offer as a DL.

You win the thread.

Definitely agree with your second point.

This. I think this is also why he did not commit at the Semper Fi Game.

Nate came into OSU as decent player, but never showed the speed or athleticism to get serious playing time. I saw Bam play in person a few times and that was my first impression. Not a bad player, but I didn't get the feel that he'll be a game changer in the Big Ten. A step or two slower than...

Nothing against either of them, but when I see Bam I think Nate Oliver's Ohio State career.

That's a good explanantion, Wad. Those national offers will be given to gauge and attract interest. They will not always commitable. Also, UFM won't want to give an in-state kid an iffy offer because he won't want to take the risk of ruining a relationship with a coach/school/region in Ohio.

I wouldn't be surprised if he waits a bit into the season to see how UFM uses the backs this year.

Just from watching film, both are prime LT prospects. I say have them compete and put the loser at RT.

This. Also, SC had a lot of higher rated secondary players in their backyard that they couldn't pursue as hard due to limited room.

I don't think I would call Michigan loaded at any defensive position. Certainly not in the same breath as saying Ohio State is loaded at D-Line, because I think Michigan would take half of our players in a heart beat next year.

That's the key. With his size and athleticism, he'll be plenty fast if his routes are correct. Good route running will get you separation plenty, and in that case a 4.6 runner can do real damage. Jerry Rice is the perfect example.

This. As Urban says, you have to find as many ways as possible to get the ball into the hands of your best playmakers. Jalin is the type that you throw to, hand off to, and direct snap to.