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LB Curtis Grant (National Champion)

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Just curious, how much of a factor do you think it plays for the later recruits when they see a team they have interest in building a strong class and knowing if they join too that it could be a very special class? I know it must play a little bit of a factor, but how much? If team A has a 52% lead for example but an average recruiting class that particular year and team B is a very close second choice at, say 48% but is building a monster class, is that enough of a reason for the recruit to commit to team B? Sorry, that's a lame example....but thoughts?
 
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coldwaterclan;1837307; said:
Just curious, how much of a factor do you think it plays for the later recruits when they see a team they have interest in building a strong class and knowing if they join too that it could be a very special class? I know it must play a little bit of a factor, but how much? If team A has a 52% lead for example but an average recruiting class that particular year and team B is a very close second choice at, say 48% but is building a monster class, is that enough of a reason for the recruit to commit to team B? Sorry, that's a lame example....but thoughts?
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Not a lame example at all. While I would say it is rare, it pretty much happened to us last year when Shariff Floyd joined a loaded Gators class. At least he cited that as a primary reason and the change was last minute, as the momentum picked up for UF.
 
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RB07OSU;1837325; said:
Not a lame example at all. While I would say it is rare, it pretty much happened to us last year when Shariff Floyd joined a loaded Gators class. At least he cited that as a primary reason and the change was last minute, as the momentum picked up for UF.
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Hopefully Grant and or Gorman can start it...
 
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coldwaterclan;1837307; said:
Just curious, how much of a factor do you think it plays for the later recruits when they see a team they have interest in building a strong class and knowing if they join too that it could be a very special class? I know it must play a little bit of a factor, but how much? If team A has a 52% lead for example but an average recruiting class that particular year and team B is a very close second choice at, say 48% but is building a monster class, is that enough of a reason for the recruit to commit to team B? Sorry, that's a lame example....but thoughts?
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Tom Beaver is impressed with the boldness.
 
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Class of 2011 LB superlatives - ESPN

Best inside run-stoppers

What we look for: These players have the ability to shed blocks, stay square to the line of scrimmage and play strong at the point of attack, while maintaining gap integrity. Great downhill burst, closing speed, direct pursuit angles and lateral fluidity through the fast-moving traffic are imperative to stop the inside run. Of course, solid tackling skills are a must for any linebacker playing between the tackles.
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Curtis Grant (Richmond, Va./Hermitage)
One of the top recruited linebackers in the country, Grant has all the attributes you look for in a middle run-stopper. Aside from good lateral quickness and explosive short-area burst, the No. 3 inside linebacker in the country is great at sifting through the fast-moving traffic and shooting quickly through gaps to meet ball carriers in the hole.
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Free Rivals - Army All-American All-Lobby Team

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Scout $ - USAAAB: Curtis Grant Still Thinking

By Laura McKeeman
Southeast Recruiting Reporter
Posted Jan 5, 2011

2011 5-star LB Curtis Grant says he is still taking his time to think about where he ends up in college. Grant talks with FOX Sports' Laura McKeeman about his future.
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Fantastic hire by FOX Sports and FightinGators.com:

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Back to Grant...

Grant talks positively about his OSU visit. Talks about Coach Muschamp and will take an official to Florida and will also visit UNC. Says he has a great connection with UVA as well.
 
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Grant narrows college list to four
By Eric Kolenich
Published: January 06, 2011

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Credit: EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Hermitage High School senior linebacker Curtis Grant has received scholarship offers from colleges from across the nation.

Curtis Grant, one of the most highly recruited football players from the Richmond area, has announced his four finalists for college: Virginia, Florida, North Carolina and Ohio State.

He will make his decision by Feb. 2, national signing day.

A 6-3, 222-pound linebacker from Hermitage, Grant has 27 scholarship offers. Rivals ranks him No. 1 at his position, No. 1 in the state of Virginia and No. 3 nationally in the Class of 2011.

Grant is in San Antonio preparing for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. He was named one of six finalists for the U.S. Army player of the year award, which will be announced Friday evening.

Grant has yet to take official visits to Florida and North Carolina. New Florida coach Will Muschamp called Grant in the first few days of taking the job to introduce himself. Grant said his interest in Florida didn't wane despite the coaching change.

Virginia coach Mike London has known Grant since his days as Richmond's coach. But in September, Grant reportedly told London he wasn't interested in Virginia.
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http://www2.timesdispatch.com/sport...grant-narrows-college-list-to-four-ar-755866/
 
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GeorgiaBuck2;1850943; said:
Between us and Florida in my opinion with the momentum on our side right now.

Also look out for Vaughters. If Harbaugh leaves, which I think he will, we will have an excellent shot at him.
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Florida still having the official left is big for them...

Agreed on Vaughters...I think all this talk might be enough to at least get him on campus for an official...
 
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Curtis Grant not in a hurry

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Tim Casey - GC Photo Editor January 6, 2011
Richmond, Va. (Hermitage HS) linebacker Curtis Grant works out during the third day of practice for the U.S Army All-American Bowl on Thursday at Gustafson Stadium at the Hardin Athletic Complex in San Antonio. / Gator Country photo by Tim Casey

SAN ANTONIO ? The Gators have made another Final Four.

While that remains to be seen for Billy Donovan?s men?s basketball team, Florida football coach Will Muschamp is the Gators? head coach in the latest quartet.

Four-star Richmond, Va. (Hermitage HS) linebacker Curtis Grant said after his team?s practice for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl on Thursday that Ohio State, Virginia, North Carolina and Florida are the four schools he is considering attending.

Grant (6-3/222) made a trip to Columbus, Ohio to visit the Ohio State University in mid-December.

?I had a great time up there,? Grant said. ?It was my first time up there, it was a great place.?

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Read more: http://www.gatorcountry.com/footbal...rtis_grant_not_in_a_hurry/10707#ixzz1AINE09fI
 
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