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LB Curtis Grant (National Champion)

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UVA has always been the dark-horse in his recruitment. He stated early that he had no interest in UVA but Mike London has been doing a heck of a job in his recruitment while putting together a pretty good class. But here's hoping he chooses the good guys!
 
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Given that the new top two is coming from a "good source", I think it is a reach to conclude that Grant is trying to build suspense.

He may be, he may not be, but I don't think there is enough information out right now to know for sure.

It seems just as likely that he is giving every school their due, being nice to the most recent host school during interviews, and is handling the process as well as anyone could reasonably expect.
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Everybody who publishes something like that claims they have a good source. Sometimes they do, sometimes the kid is truly indecisive, and sometimes it's the product of somebody trying to build drama or sell subscriptions. I'm not trying to cast aspersions on Grant - I'm sure he's going about this in the way he feels is best for him. But I'm also sure we're going to hear several different versions of a "top two" between now and signing day, and I'm just trying to temper my own expectations. I've seen this go down enough times over the last decade to think Curtis Grant's smile means any more than Rico McCoy's t-shirt.
 
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ever since Grant took his visit here Farrell has been saying its been pretty even with Florida, with tOSU leading slightly...and Farrell has been pretty good with the Grant recruitment info, so for him to say Florida has pretty much dropped out of it is very very very very very good news...maybe UVA is now his 2nd....have to wait and see how his UNC visit goes....hopefully he doesnt smile, then smile with a bigger smile afterwards when asked about his intentions on playing at UNC
 
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Uncommitted: Where will Curtis Grant land?
Nation's No. 19 player is weighing his options with National Signing Day one week away.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
By: Stephen Spiewak | MaxPreps.com

Curtis Grant has been one of the hottest names on the recruiting trail, but he's definitely no stranger to the spotlight.

A MaxPreps Junior All-American in 2009, Grant was an all-metro pick by the Richmond Times-Dispatch for three consecutive seasons, establishing early on in his varsity career that he was anything but an average player.

After registering 154 tackles as a junior, Grant surpassed those lofty numbers by compiling 177 tackles, 10 sacks, and five interceptions in leading Hermitage (Richmond, Va.) to the Division 6 title game.

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Curtis Grant remains uncommitted.

College coaches have certainly taken notice.

"I'd say there's a good chance that Curtis Grant is the most-highly recruited player ever from Richmond," said Richmond Times-Dispatch writer Eric Kolenich.

Grant has whittled a huge offer sheet down to a final four: Virginia, Florida, Ohio State, and North Carolina.
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Florida (35 percent): With a current recruiting class that pales in comparison to last year's epic haul, the Gators are looking to close strong and have made Grant a priority. Muschamp has worked hard to establish a bond with Grant, but it's still unclear if he'll be able to reel in the country's No. 19 recruit.

Ohio State (35 percent): Rumors continue to swirl that Grant will be a Buckeye on National Signing Day. Jim Tressel and staff appear to be peaking at the right time, and could ride that momentum to a commitment. However, it's hard to get a truly accurate read on Grant, and therefore hard to feel overly confident that he'll sign with Ohio State.

Virginia (20 percent): Virginia has done a good job establishing itself as a player in the Grant sweepstakes. At this point, it seems like the Cavaliers are still a bit of a long shot, but if he decides to stay local, Grant will pick Virginia.

North Carolina (5 percent): While it doesn't look good for North Carolina, the Tar Heels have done a great job recruiting out of state players under Butch Davis. Grant putting on a Tar Heels cap next week is unlikely, but not impossible.
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http://www.maxpreps.com/news/zejS0yj1EeCGDwAcxJSkrA/uncommitted--where-will-curtis-grant-land.htm
 
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I originally thought this was meant to be tongue-in-cheek, but after reading the whole thing I think this guy is serious...just goes to show that anyone with an opinion and a keyboard can now write under the shroud of journalism. Warning: this might be the dumbest piece you've ever read...but remember this thread is about Curtis Grant...not Benjamin Larsen...

Curtis Grant: 10 Reasons He Shouldn't Go To Ohio State On National Signing Day | Bleacher Report

By Benjamin Larsen (Correspondent) on January 25, 2011

Curtis Grant is considered one of the nation's top linebackers, and he remains uncommitted just a few days before National Signing Day.

The five-star linebacker has received offers from North Carolina, Virginia and Michigan and has called Florida and Ohio State his two finalists.

With less than a week to go before National Signing Day begins, he'll decide between going to Ohio State University or playing for the Gators.

I'm here to give you 10 reasons Curtis Grant shouldn't go to Ohio State.

10. Supporting Cast

Ohio State does have Ryan Shazier and Ejuan Price to add support around Grant, but Florida's impressive 2011 class is something to consider.

The Gators have some of the nation's best offensive talent already committed and look for good news on or after National Signing Day as they await word from Tony Steward, Tim Jernigan, Stephone Anthony and Curt Maggitt, among others.

9. SEC Competition

Given the SEC's rise in the recruiting ranks and the dominating years on the field from Alabama, Auburn, LSU and others, the SEC is the nation's top conference.

On the flip side, the Big Ten has seen its national powers fall a few pegs, including Michigan.

Grant would see better competition week in and week out in the SEC.

8. The New Linebacker U

Depending on how things shake out on or after National Signing Day, Grant may have the chance to join an elite crop of linebackers at what will surely be known as the New Linebacker U.

Florida awaits word from top-ranked inside linebacker Tony Steward, top-ranked outside linebacker Stephone Anthony and No. 3 outside linebacker Curt Magitt. Grant, the third-ranked inside linebacker, would only add to that impressive bunch.

7. Special Attention

Being a top recruit, Grant has surely received proper attention from all coaches interested in recruiting him.

Will Muschamp, however, made him his top priority after taking over the Gators. Muschamp contacted him on the first two days after taking the job and has remained in touch as much as possible since.

6. No Turmoil Trouble

While many recruits saw the departure of Urban Meyer as a factor to cross Florida off their list, it didn't bother Grant. After Meyer's retirement, Grant was quoted as saying it didn't change how he felt about Florida, and he saw it coming.

No big deal for Grant, who remains the Gators' top priority.

5. Versatility

Florida has been known to move linebackers around to match their top talent area, including switching inside linebackers to the outside.

This type of versatility is something the athletic Grant would certainly be up for if it means immediate playing time.

4. Being Part of the Uprising

Florida had a down year last year by Florida standards, going 8-5.

Without reaching a BCS Bowl, though, things were extremely low by Gators' standards.

Grant, if he were to commit to Florida, would be a key cog in the turnaround that put the Gators back on the road to the National Championship.

3. Immediate Impact

The Gators certainly have a target on some of the nation's top linebackers, but it's for a reason. They need their services immediately.

If Grant were to choose Florida, he would likely have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. And that's something at the top of the to-do list for every five-star recruit.

2. SEC Prototype

With the perfect size, speed and attributes, Curtis Grant is the prototypical SEC linebacker.

He is 6'3'', 220 pounds and has the athleticism to succeed in any conference.

The conference he'll need to push his game to its highest levels is the SEC, not the Big Ten.

1. The Main Event

As National Signing Day approaches, Grant is the Gators' No. 1 priority.

Ohio State already has linebacker Ryan Shazier, defensive end Steve Miller and a host of other up-front talent committed.

At Florida, he is Priority No. 1, and that is certainly worth a lot to a player looking for the right family to move in with for the next four years.
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FYI, Steward announced he is choosing between FSU and Clemson...and Larsen also wrote a piece about why 10 reasons why Tony Steward is a Florida lock.
 
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