UCF Portal Thread-signings/rumors
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DEFINITELY worth tracking ...
PFF says this kid is a baller!
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*Originally recruited by former Auburn football HC Gus Malzahn, Bell was a 3-star out of Georgia committed to Auburn in 2019 on National Signing Day over Florida State."
(Bell entered the portal less than a month after Gus was fired and followed former FSU coach Willie Taggart to FAU.)
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Scouting Report 1
"As an offensive lineman, Bell has a big frame with big hips and broad shoulders. He excels as a run blocker and has been called a mauler by some. He has good feet and he shown the ability to drive defenders off the ball. He is strong at the point of attack and he has played out of the two and three-point stance. He has some upside as he continues to improve his pass sets, pad level and finishing blocks."
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Scouting Report 2
"Bell is a big fella at 6’3” 320 lbs. He played left tackle for his high school team but is projected to slide inside for the Tigers. In fact, he might start out at center. Bell is one of those interior maulers JB loves so much. Despite his girth, he can get out in the open field and make blocks to spring long plays while also getting great movement at the point of attack. He will probably need a redshirt season to rework his body some but should have a chance to challenge for playing time in 2020."
www.collegeandmagnolia.com
PFF says this kid is a baller!
NCAA G Position Grades | PFF
PFF's exclusive metrics provide Guard (G) position rankings, grades, and snap counts.
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Kamaar Bell - Football - Florida Atlantic University Athletics
Kamaar Bell (79) OL - At FAU Redshirt Junior Drew the start at RG in the season opening win over Monmouth Worked as an OL starter versus Ohio Started
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*Originally recruited by former Auburn football HC Gus Malzahn, Bell was a 3-star out of Georgia committed to Auburn in 2019 on National Signing Day over Florida State."
(Bell entered the portal less than a month after Gus was fired and followed former FSU coach Willie Taggart to FAU.)
Auburn football: Offensive lineman Kamaar Bell to enter transfer portal
As of today, a member of the Auburn football program's reserve offensive line has put his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
Scouting Report 1
"As an offensive lineman, Bell has a big frame with big hips and broad shoulders. He excels as a run blocker and has been called a mauler by some. He has good feet and he shown the ability to drive defenders off the ball. He is strong at the point of attack and he has played out of the two and three-point stance. He has some upside as he continues to improve his pass sets, pad level and finishing blocks."
Rivals.com - Commitment Analysis: Kamaar Bell picks Auburn over FSU
Auburn has a big need on the OL, so landing Kamaar Bell is huge for the Tigers.
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Scouting Report 2
"Bell is a big fella at 6’3” 320 lbs. He played left tackle for his high school team but is projected to slide inside for the Tigers. In fact, he might start out at center. Bell is one of those interior maulers JB loves so much. Despite his girth, he can get out in the open field and make blocks to spring long plays while also getting great movement at the point of attack. He will probably need a redshirt season to rework his body some but should have a chance to challenge for playing time in 2020."
Boom! 3-Star Offensive Guard Kamaar Bell Picks Auburn!
A much needed signing for the Tigers.
www.collegeandmagnolia.com
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Good call from yours truly a few weeks ago. Charge On!
Well done!
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I thought UCF would pursue this kid. He is from Orlando. His dad was an NFL offensive lineman. I guess Gus doesn't read the local rag down there:
www.orlandosentinel.com
I'm obviously bummed out over this one, too.
A joyous Cure Bowl homecoming for Lake Minneola and Troy lineman Derrick Graham
Derrick Graham Jr. wasn’t exactly a high-profile recruit coming out of Lake Minneola High in 2020. Troy University coaches, however, saw something in the big offensive lineman and they talked…
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I'm obviously bummed out over this one, too.
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It just isn't my Knight.
On a side note, I understand UCF's reluctance to chase a kid who couldn't get reps with the first team at Georgia. But this kid is going to put it all together and be special.
Missing out on McDonald and Smith got me like...
On a side note, I understand UCF's reluctance to chase a kid who couldn't get reps with the first team at Georgia. But this kid is going to put it all together and be special.
Missing out on McDonald and Smith got me like...
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Now this is a real LB 240lbs is probably the largest we’ve had since Plummer. Excited!
LB Nikhai Hill-Green- Charlotte 49ers (OV 1/3)
Hill-Green has a history with FSU staffers, having been recruited by the ‘Noles out of high school before choosing the Michigan Wolverines. The 6’2”, 232 pounder played for former high school coach Biff Poggi in Charlotte this past season, having his best year to date by notching 73 tackles (nine TFL) and two sacks and earning all-conference honors.
Hill-Green is a grad transfer currently committed to the UCF Knights, whose linebackers are coached by former Seminole standout Ernie Sims, but there is strong mutual interest with FSU. He would immediately be in the mix for a starting role in Tallahassee.
UPDATE: The visit went extremely well and FSU is in the lead. If things work out with academics and timing, Hill-Green will be a Nole.
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Apparently, there really are legitimate "paperwork issues."
Hill-Green has a history with FSU staffers, having been recruited by the ‘Noles out of high school before choosing the Michigan Wolverines. The 6’2”, 232 pounder played for former high school coach Biff Poggi in Charlotte this past season, having his best year to date by notching 73 tackles (nine TFL) and two sacks and earning all-conference honors.
Hill-Green is a grad transfer currently committed to the UCF Knights, whose linebackers are coached by former Seminole standout Ernie Sims, but there is strong mutual interest with FSU. He would immediately be in the mix for a starting role in Tallahassee.
UPDATE: The visit went extremely well and FSU is in the lead. If things work out with academics and timing, Hill-Green will be a Nole.
Former Trojan Julien Simon enters NCAA transfer portal
A nomadic college football career continues.
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Apparently, there really are legitimate "paperwork issues."
Don't worry about the miss! You post enough crap that based on statistics you are bound to get one right eventually.It just isn't my Knight.
On a side note, I understand UCF's reluctance to chase a kid who couldn't get reps with the first team at Georgia. But this kid is going to put it all together and be special.
Missing out on McDonald and Smith got me like...
Let me add an additional note.LB Nikhai Hill-Green- Charlotte 49ers (OV 1/3)
Hill-Green has a history with FSU staffers, having been recruited by the ‘Noles out of high school before choosing the Michigan Wolverines. The 6’2”, 232 pounder played for former high school coach Biff Poggi in Charlotte this past season, having his best year to date by notching 73 tackles (nine TFL) and two sacks and earning all-conference honors.
Hill-Green is a grad transfer currently committed to the UCF Knights, whose linebackers are coached by former Seminole standout Ernie Sims, but there is strong mutual interest with FSU. He would immediately be in the mix for a starting role in Tallahassee.
UPDATE: The visit went extremely well and FSU is in the lead. If things work out with academics and timing, Hill-Green will be a Nole.
Former Trojan Julien Simon enters NCAA transfer portal
A nomadic college football career continues.
Apparently, there really are legitimate "paperwork issues."
FSU didn't get involved with Nikhai until AFTER he scrubbed his social media of UCF and it was reported that there was a problem with his paperwork.
I surmise the paperwork issue means the linebacker won't graduate before school starts Monday for the Knights.
The timing of FSU's involvement also suggests FSU couldn't just 'take' him away from UCF.
That is also very interesting.
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If he can’t qualify at UCF how would he at FSU?LB Nikhai Hill-Green- Charlotte 49ers (OV 1/3)
Hill-Green has a history with FSU staffers, having been recruited by the ‘Noles out of high school before choosing the Michigan Wolverines. The 6’2”, 232 pounder played for former high school coach Biff Poggi in Charlotte this past season, having his best year to date by notching 73 tackles (nine TFL) and two sacks and earning all-conference honors.
Hill-Green is a grad transfer currently committed to the UCF Knights, whose linebackers are coached by former Seminole standout Ernie Sims, but there is strong mutual interest with FSU. He would immediately be in the mix for a starting role in Tallahassee.
UPDATE: The visit went extremely well and FSU is in the lead. If things work out with academics and timing, Hill-Green will be a Nole.
Former Trojan Julien Simon enters NCAA transfer portal
A nomadic college football career continues.
Apparently, there really are legitimate "paperwork issues."
Well Tally isn’t about honoring rules these days so maybe they will cook the books
TCU is signing a Vandy QB over KJ Jefferson.
Commitment to TCU a long time coming for transfer quarterback Ken Seals
TCU landed a commitment from Vanderbilt transfer quarterback Ken Seals on Thursday. It was a commitment that was a long time coming.247sports.com
In a non-UCF related note...
Taylen Green already previously transferred from Boise to Arkansas. It’s just musical chairs out here in college football land.TCU is signing a Vandy QB over KJ Jefferson.
Commitment to TCU a long time coming for transfer quarterback Ken Seals
TCU landed a commitment from Vanderbilt transfer quarterback Ken Seals on Thursday. It was a commitment that was a long time coming.
In a non-UCF related note...
You ask a relevant question. I was under the impression that FSU started to school later than UCF. I checked and both start Monday.
Whatever "paperwork issue" that was affected his enrollment at UCF is impacting his enrollment at FSU.
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FSU football: Miami cornerback transfer Davonte Brown trending to the Noles?
Miami cornerback transfer Davonte Brown has received a crystal ball prediction in favor of the Florida State Seminoles.
it feels like Norvell is reaching a lot this cycle
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FSU football: Miami cornerback transfer Davonte Brown trending to the Noles?
Miami cornerback transfer Davonte Brown has received a crystal ball prediction in favor of the Florida State Seminoles.
TWill putting his fingerprint on the Arkansas linebacker room:
"Razorbacks lose their fifth linebacker of offseason"
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"Razorbacks lose their fifth linebacker of offseason"
Another One Gone: Razorbacks Lose Fifth Linebacker
More experience leaves defense with yet another of top position players leaving
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I will eat my crow if this comes to fruition and certainly be relieved when he is fully enrolled. As the supply for transfer portal QBs has dwindled and the demand has increased, KJ's NIL value has been steadily rising and currently lists at $715,000.
I know he loves Cam. H*ll his pre-game ritual consists of watching Cam Newton's highlights. I just hope he continues to give UCF the fanboy discount for one more day. Then I will feel better about projecting how he fits in the offense, which I have not done yet.
I am still waiting to see whether Javon Baker declares for the NFL by the Jan. 15th deadline.
a sub plot is hoping Boise or Tulane have success bc it makes the path for that school in Temple Terrace more difficult
Certainly interesting that three Florida powers needed transfer QBs and one has come up empty so far. I am assuming Jordan McCloud will be returning to a school in South Florida soon.
G5 school......
Still can't believe how Boise was able to get Nelson. Was looking at the Rivals transfer board for the first time this morning. They have Nelson at #5 overall, and Jefferson #71. All 3 boards have Nelson significantly above Jefferson.
I'm sure alot of that is one guy has 4 years of eligibility and the other just 1....but still. Sure looks like Boise and Tulane will rule their conferences the next couple of years.
Nice get at DB. Still need 1 OL, 1 DE, and 1 LB at a minimum. Would prefer 2 more of each and a big time, 1 year rental at TE.
I hope so, but we said the same thing last year with all the DB portal talent that flipped to UCF. The only one that panned out was Mask.
This kid has one of the crazier recruiting histories I have seen in a while.
From what I can gather, he committed to Georgia as a Class of 2024 prospect, reclassified to 2023 at some point, flipped to hometown Miami, signed to be a Hurricane at midyear, and then retracted his scholarship signing before ultimately signing with East Carolina to be with his girlfriend in February.
It is a good thing the UCF coaching staff waited to move-in day eve to take his commitment.
Regarding other positions, UCF has only two, three max, remaining scholarships to issue. Signing this kid tells me they missed on a prospect of need.
Kid isn't even 18 yet.
Apparently, this is the replacement for Corey Thornton. Very strange move by UCF, but it could pay off.
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17-year-old cornerback Antoine Jackson helping ECU defense come together
ECU plays at Rice in their conference opener on Saturday at 7 PM Eastern
I don't know why you folks follow this bullshit.
Wes Dorsey - Football - Western Kentucky University Athletics
Wes Dorsey (73) OL - 2023 (r-Jr.) | 12/11: Dorsey appeared in 12 of WKU's 13 games in 2023 with 11 starts at right tackle. He helped the Hilltoppers finis...
Full game against the cows, whose DL gave uat fits.
73 @ RT.
Was invited to play in the East West Shrine game: https://wkusports.com/news/2023/7/17/football-five-hilltoppers-make-shrine-bowl-1-000-list
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Probably so.
Unfortunately, the announcement of Dorsey probably also means UCF knew it was outbid for Temple transfer Victor Stoffel, who is scheduled to visit Texas A&M and Cal.
(It doesn't really matter because both are prominent tackles per PFF: https://www.pff.com/college/grades/position/t)
Allegedly, Texas A&M pledge Nic Scourton was given a base salary of $650k, a house, and a car to transfer to Texas A&M. He was making only $200k at Purdue.
As a double follow up, I found it curious that Stoffel was being represented by an agent, a handler if you will. I had to research whether CFB players can have "representatives." Apparently, as long as a player does not sign with a certified NFLPA agent, it is permissable.
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One more. I say we hold on to that last scholarship in case any big fish hop in during spring
