But Auburn's offensive woes, as well as possible off-the-field problems involving Pike, may have forced the Tigers to take a closer look at the quarterback position.

 

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/11/auburn_renews_recruitment_of_h.html

 

Doesnt look good for Pike.....He has his work cut out for him.

Doesnt look good for Pike.....He has his work cut out for him.

 

He's going to have to learn to shape up or they will just ship in a new guy.

I read the updates coming out of Pepperdine this summer and I was able to catch some of the television coverage (i love my DVR) I noted then that a lot of emphisis was placed on non football stuff when guys were making ratings. The articles talked a lot about how impressed the coaches were with Zeke studying in the lobby at a late hour. Nice to see, but what does that mean. Was he the only one up late studying? Was his study methond effective and efficient? Was it intentionaly done in public so that it would be noticed?

I know a guy who has given millions to charity over the years and very few know it. I know a lot of folks, especialy at this time of year, who give a little and everybody knows about it. Who is the more cheritable giver?

 

I also know what I see on the football field. Pat Towles and Zeke Pike both have exceptional skills to play the quarterback position. It would be difficult to rate ones skills over the other, they are that close in size and talent. On a football field, playing with ten teammates, in a game, Pat Towles is miles ahead of Zeke Pike at this point. He is simply a much better QUARTERBACK. That word implys much more than physical talent, and I am still amazed that people who are paid money to analyze such things continue to miss so badly on this part of the game.

 

For both young men I wish the best. I feel like Zeke has a wounderful opportunity ahead and needs to take advantage of the opportinity given. I hope he florishes in an environment of structure and rules. For Pat I hope that UK finds a way to recruit and develop some lineman, or it could be a long four years.

 

Outstanding post.

I read the updates coming out of Pepperdine this summer and I was able to catch some of the television coverage (i love my DVR) I noted then that a lot of emphisis was placed on non football stuff when guys were making ratings. The articles talked a lot about how impressed the coaches were with Zeke studying in the lobby at a late hour. Nice to see, but what does that mean. Was he the only one up late studying? Was his study methond effective and efficient? Was it intentionaly done in public so that it would be noticed?

I know a guy who has given millions to charity over the years and very few know it. I know a lot of folks, especialy at this time of year, who give a little and everybody knows about it. Who is the more cheritable giver?

 

I also know what I see on the football field. Pat Towles and Zeke Pike both have exceptional skills to play the quarterback position. It would be difficult to rate ones skills over the other, they are that close in size and talent. On a football field, playing with ten teammates, in a game, Pat Towles is miles ahead of Zeke Pike at this point. He is simply a much better QUARTERBACK. That word implys much more than physical talent, and I am still amazed that people who are paid money to analyze such things continue to miss so badly on this part of the game.

 

For both young men I wish the best. I feel like Zeke has a wounderful opportunity ahead and needs to take advantage of the opportinity given. I hope he florishes in an environment of structure and rules. For Pat I hope that UK finds a way to recruit and develop some lineman, or it could be a long four years.

 

This is a very nice post, very responsible post imo, and very nice. Something about you that I sorta like, I feel as if we have crossed paths a few times over the yrs.

An Auburn recruiting guy tweeted that he talked to Jameis Winston last night and he thinks the kid is going to end up at Auburn.

 

So AU will return a 5-star in Frasier plus bring in 2 who made the Elite 11? Competition. Serious competition.

Uhhhhh, if Auburn doesnt take these kids then Bama will.

And we know how those two teams like to compete with one another.

I don't know about Wright but Towles is 169/261 (62%) for 3637 yards with 41 tds and 1 interception.

Wright is at a 72% completion rate (per KHSAA stats) vs. a FAR, FAR, FAR more difficult schedule. Then again Wright has better talent surrounding him so I guess that's a wash.

Wright is at a 72% completion rate (per KHSAA stats) vs. a FAR, FAR, FAR more difficult schedule. Then again Wright has better talent surrounding him so I guess that's a wash.

 

Apples and oranges on many levels.

 

PT is literally and figuratively head and shoulders above young Mr Wright. Of course that young man is still a year younger so he'll likely improve next season.

 

I have nothing to base this on but gut feel but I can't imagine there are 25 better QBs across the country than PT.

Wright is at a 72% completion rate (per KHSAA stats) vs. a FAR, FAR, FAR more difficult schedule. Then again Wright has better talent surrounding him so I guess that's a wash.

 

What's the rest of his stats?

 

Nevermind, found them.

 

70% 2570 yards, 32 td 3 int 115 rushing, 3 td; not bad but not PT.

What's the rest of his stats?

 

Nevermind, found them.

 

70% 2570 yards, 32 td 3 int 115 rushing, 3 td; not bad but not PT.

 

Pendelton County, Mason County & Holmes, not bad but not Indy Cathedral, Cincy St X and Mont Bell.

(well on second thought... yes, they are bad). Doesn't it kinda make you wonder what the numbers would have been against a defense?

Pendelton County, Mason County & Holmes, not bad but not Indy Cathedral, Cincy St X and Mont Bell.

(well on second thought... yes, they are bad). Doesn't it kinda make you wonder what the numbers would have been against a defense?

 

Nice try but few people put Wright anywhere in PT's atmosphere, no matter who they play. I would like to see PT with a Quick to throw to, although HHS has a multitude of talented wr's.

He's going to have to learn to shape up or they will just ship in a new guy.

I think the term is "recruit over."

C'mon, ya have to wonder just a little what defenses with even a tad bit of skill would have done over the course of the season. Heck, he may have thrown 2 INTs! LOL

C'mon, ya have to wonder just a little what defenses with even a tad bit of skill would have done over the course of the season. Heck, he may have thrown 2 INTs! LOL

 

Wow!!!

C'mon, ya have to wonder just a little what defenses with even a tad bit of skill would have done over the course of the season. Heck, he may have thrown 2 INTs! LOL

 

Nah, he's just too good to throw 2, or even 3. Stick around for Saturday afternoon if you have any questions.