DT Shawntel "Shaq" Rowell (West Virginia signee)

[generaladm]

I know this topic has been discussed, but what do you say the ODDS are the Buckeyes move towards a 3-4 in the next few years? Seems like we're loading up on DE's and LB's. As long as a monster DT can occupy two o-linemen, a 3-4 could be a perfect fit. Being a decent Browns fan, I'm not loving the 3-4, but maybe it fits with the way the Buckeyes are recruiting these days.

Is Simon projected at DT in college? Hmmmm, maybe that changes my theory.

I think one reason that we seem to recruit a large number of LBs is that the coaches assume that at least a couple every year will bulk up enough to move to the line. With the quality of OSU's s&c program, and the fact that most players won't see serious playing time for the first year or two, an LB with a good frame can grow into a DE, or a DE to DT. One of the things I really like about Tressel's recruiting is his evaluation based on size and speed, rather than the position played while in HS. I think this shows a lot of faith in the athlete's ability to learn a new position. Sometimes when a mentor shows that they believe in a young man's potential, it gives the young man more confidence in himself and what he can accomplish.

 

[jwinslow]

Is Simon projected at DT in college? Hmmmm, maybe that changes my theory.

And Goebel, Mobley, Larimore, etc, etc. One potential space eater (who was asked to slim down) does not make up a very good depth chart.

 

[Redhawk]

Bucknuts.com - Pennsylvania Takes Big 33 Win, 31-16

Rowell looked to be in the best shape of his life weighing in at 274 pounds, down almost 100 pounds from his reportedly high water mark of 370 pounds.

"I lost a little of myself but you know what, I came out here and enjoyed myself tonight though," said a smiling Rowell who was in on more than a couple of plays from his defensive line position. "It's a part of the whole thing just to live and have fun and eat right. So I'm good right now with the weight I'm at. It's a new Shaq. It's fun."

 

[OregonBuckeye]

Someone tell him it's ok to eat something once in a while. :tongue2:

 

[generaladm]

"Better Know a Buckeye" article on Shawntel Rowell by Vico at www.ourhonordefend.com - recap of recruitment.

http://www.ourhonordefend.com/2008/04/17/better-know-a-buckeye-shawntel-rowell/

 

[BuckWrestler141]

Yet another picture of Shaq looking in great shape (far right):

 

[billmac91]

best thing about Shaq losing all of that weight, is how easy it will be for him to put good weight back on.

The training staff at tOSU is going to have a great working with this guy.

 

[Muck]

Yet another picture of Shaq looking in great shape (far right):

Good lord that's quit a change!

Congrats to Shawntell.

 

[wolves2002]

Apparently, Shawntel still a few things to do before he can practice.

All hands -- except one -- on deck (Blogging the Buckeyes)

 

[Buckskin86]

Tressel said Shawntel Rowell, a defensive tackle from Glenville High, will not enroll for the fall semester as part of the 2008 recruiting class. Instead, Tressel said Rowell is likely to enroll for the winter quarter.

Ohio State football: Terry at fullback fulltime - Buckeye Blog by The Plain Dealer's Doug Lesmerises - cleveland.com

 

[BuckTwenty]

If he enrolls in December and then subsequently redshirts the following season, would that act as a greyshirt for him?

 

[JCOSU86]

There's some static about Rowell going back into the pool of "recruitable athletes" Does the BP Recruiting Team have anything on this?

 

[LitlBuck]

I would think that his LOI is now invalid (for lack of a better word) since he will not be in school this Fall so he probably could be "recruited" by other schools but I have to believe he will stay with the Buckeyes.

 

[Buckskin86]

It's also the second member of the class of 2008 to go missing. The first was Shawntel (Shaq) Rowell, a defensive lineman from Cleveland Glenville, who has academic issues that kept him from enrolling this fall.

Rowell hopes to enroll in winter quarter, but Heacock said he's technically fair game to be recruited by other schools. It makes you wonder if the kid might switch to a school that might make it easier for him to qualify, if you know what I mean.

Blogging the Buckeyes

 

[osu_edu]

Rowell hopes to enroll in winter quarter, but Heacock said he's technically fair game to be recruited by other schools. It makes you wonder if the kid might switch to a school that might make it easier for him to qualify, if you know what I mean.

DAMN those Illini!!!!



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