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[Brandon Van de Graaff]

I've got a friend telling me that Simpson's agent has been a little loose lipped today. Saying that the draft is more likely for him right now than going back to Bama. Anyone else heard anything concrete on that?

I've not heard an update this week yet, but last I'd heard was that the weak QB class (there would likely just be 2 guys taken in front of him) is making his decision difficult. Originally, the plan was to return. And he was pretty set on that. But... things change...

 

[JoseyWalesTheOutlaw]

Russaw was purely playing time and utilization. Pierre overtook him when he got injured and after getting healthy he saw his playing time diminish. Then on top of that Bama feels they can get similar production from Justin Hill who is considerably younger and less $$ NIL wise. Ultimately it looks like he didn't make his decision hastily but it was more about getting featured than about $$ is what I'm gathering so far.

Thanks

 

[ElephantStomp]

I've not heard an update this week yet, but last I'd heard was that the weak QB class (there would likely just be 2 guys taken in front of him) is making his decision difficult. Originally, the plan was to return. And he was pretty set on that. But... things change...

Heard anything about our other QBs?

 

[JoseyWalesTheOutlaw]

Thanks

I had read somewhere where OSU is trying to convince Hill to go with the Bucks'

 

[Justneedme81]

Russaw was purely playing time and utilization. Pierre overtook him when he got injured and after getting healthy he saw his playing time diminish. Then on top of that Bama feels they can get similar production from Justin Hill who is considerably younger and less $$ NIL wise. Ultimately it looks like he didn't make his decision hastily but it was more about getting featured than about $$ is what I'm gathering so far.

What's this rumor about Justin Hill and Ohio State situation?

 

[bamafan9201]

What's this rumor about Justin Hill and Ohio State situation?

Nothing on that seems legit, Hill is essentially going to split time with Pierre this year with Russaw gone, I don't expect him at this time to make any changes.

Also hearing there may be another name pulling out of the portal to add with Rico Scott, time will tell.

 

[Brandon Van de Graaff]

Heard anything about our other QBs?

Both are getting offers, but I'd imagine they are waiting on Ty to make his decision. In the end, I think Russell stays either way. But, still a lot that can happen there.

 

[bamafan9201]

Both are getting offers, but I'd imagine they are waiting on Ty to make his decision. In the end, I think Russell stays either way. But, still a lot that can happen there.

Imagine explaining this to each other in 2015 right now. I'd think you'd lost it, why would the back-up heir apparent be thinking about leaving when the guy in front is likely going to the nfl?

I think it's intriguing and there's teams already spending well passed the allowed amount of NIL money and giving the middle finger to the clearing house, without regulation this will continue to be a rough spot. Hearing Indiana is absolutely cleaning up and now has Cuban writing checks for 10-15m a year to use for NIL funds....

 

[ElephantStomp]

Both are getting offers, but I'd imagine they are waiting on Ty to make his decision. In the end, I think Russell stays either way. But, still a lot that can happen there.

Thank you sir. Hoping we can hang onto Russell. I told my kids a month ago that I thought Mack was going to leave

 

[bamafan9201]

Thank you sir. Hoping we can hang onto Russell. I told my kids a month ago that I thought Mack was going to leave

Yea, Mack is a GOOD QB honestly, I think he will do very well wherever he does transfer to. I just think the ceiling on Russell is so much higher than anyone else. Also we could have him as a multi-year starter if he starts next year.

 

[OldPlayer]

I've not heard an update this week yet, but last I'd heard was that the weak QB class (there would likely just be 2 guys taken in front of him) is making his decision difficult. Originally, the plan was to return. And he was pretty set on that. But... things change...

I expect Simpson to make a decision at the deadline

 

[Justneedme81]

I expect Simpson to make a decision at the deadline

I expect Simpson to move on to NFL. It would do them good to stay for another season.

 

[Justneedme81]

Imagine explaining this to each other in 2015 right now. I'd think you'd lost it, why would the back-up heir apparent be thinking about leaving when the guy in front is likely going to the nfl?

I think it's intriguing and there's teams already spending well passed the allowed amount of NIL money and giving the middle finger to the clearing house, without regulation this will continue to be a rough spot. Hearing Indiana is absolutely cleaning up and now has Cuban writing checks for 10-15m a year to use for NIL funds....

We just need Saban to cut a check as well former players donating money

 

[Brandon Van de Graaff]

Imagine explaining this to each other in 2015 right now. I'd think you'd lost it, why would the back-up heir apparent be thinking about leaving when the guy in front is likely going to the nfl?

I think it's intriguing and there's teams already spending well passed the allowed amount of NIL money and giving the middle finger to the clearing house, without regulation this will continue to be a rough spot. Hearing Indiana is absolutely cleaning up and now has Cuban writing checks for 10-15m a year to use for NIL funds....

The Clearinghouse is basically worthless. I've said this so many times, but I loathe what college sports has become. Wins are not as fun... on the other side, losses don't sting as bad (to me anyway) and the drama of it all with the portal and stuff is not even the least bit entertaining. Same for other sports like basketball and baseball. The whole recruiting strategy, which was such a massive part of building a winning team, is gone. We all see the comparisons now between college and pro sports, but how much fun would the NFL or MLB be if after each season, every player was a free agent and there was no salary cap? The drafts would be meaningless. I mean, Alabama is still ok, they are sitting at the big table still in terms of money and resources, but the whole thing is just gross. Pay the players a reasonable amount to go with their "free" education and benefits of being a student-athlete and be done with this mess. Their real financial reward should come A) when they turn pro and earn it or B) when they get into the real world and work for it.

 

[Justneedme81]

 

[AirForceBamaFan]

Do we need more DB’s? We need OL, DL, and RB!!

 

[Brandon Van de Graaff]

Do we need more DB’s? We need OL, DL, and RB!!

...and LB's...

 

[JoseyWalesTheOutlaw]

...and LB's...

We need 3 inside LB's

I would try 18 out this spring at ILB. He seems to have football savvy. O had zero instincts as an ILB. His 1st step was late and then he got covered up by the OL. Glad that cat is gone.

 

[rammerjammer]

I have no information whatsoever......I feel like Mack is gone. I don't think he will be able to hold off Russell. Even if Ty leaves. I think Keelon is the QB of the future. With Shepard at Oregon St and Sheridan going to MSU, one of them pulls him. That is just my gut.

 

[JoseyWalesTheOutlaw]

I have no information whatsoever......I feel like Mack is gone. I don't think he will be able to hold off Russell. Even if Ty leaves. I think Keelon is the QB of the future. With Shepard at Oregon St and Sheridan going to MSU, one of them pulls him. That is just my gut.

Heading into a season with a redshirt freshman and 2 true freshmen QB's doesn't bode well for us. We'll know in two weeks the deal.