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TruthToPower · 03-23-2008, 08:33 AM

Even after Caper and Baker MSU is still chasing after some high profile RB prospects for 09. Obviously we don't know what Dantonio's plan is, but presumably either Caper or Baker will get redshirted (possibly both depending on the emergence of Legget/Ray/Anderson/Jimmerson). Do you think it makes sense to add a 3rd RB to the 09 class? This is already a deep position for us and we're looking at a smallish class already. I'd like to see us stock up on linemen and DBs.

Michigan State Fan · 03-23-2008, 12:56 PM

Link? Which high profile running backs are you talking about? Jackson? Jones? I've heard talk that Jackson might switch positions if MSU recruited him.

abjordan88 · 03-23-2008, 01:05 PM

No chance Baker AND Caper will get redshirted, highly doubtful either of them will.

Tommyboy · 03-23-2008, 01:09 PM

I would assume that neither Baker or Caper gets redshirted, but a '10 back (Austin White - Livonia Stevenson) would get a RS if signed.

goState18 · 03-23-2008, 01:42 PM

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No chance Baker AND Caper will get redshirted, highly doubtful either of them will.

I one of them will, We will have Jimmerson, and Anderson, we'll probably redshirt both actually unless Ray/Anderson gets injured or isn't as good as advertized.

detroitsportscity · 03-23-2008, 07:08 PM

No we won't.

And it's because the young guys are that good, not the older kids 'not being as good as advertised'.

RB's can contribute early. The USC backs seem to earn PT independent of class year, same with Georgia and every good team. Why would MSU be any different?

goState18 · 03-23-2008, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by detroitsportscity

No we won't.

And it's because the young guys are that good, not the older kids 'not being as good as advertised'.

RB's can contribute early. The USC backs seem to earn PT independent of class year, same with Georgia and every good team. Why would MSU be any different?

Caper and Baker COULD contribute 09-13(/14(NYD bowl), but they would be MUCH more valuable 10-14/15(NYD bowl)

Nals · 03-23-2008, 08:19 PM

We're still recruiting Teric and Hersey as athletes, just as scum is. Basically, we will find places for them, if we get them. We made our decision though, and scum made it really easy for Baker and Caper to make their decision, as they are more traditional backs.

detroitsportscity · 03-23-2008, 08:46 PM

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Caper and Baker COULD contribute 09-13(/14(NYD bowl), but they would be MUCH more valuable 10-14/15(NYD bowl)

The rule of college sports is win games now. Partially because jobs aren't secure. Partially because a bird in hand is worth two in the bush. And mostly because winning games brings new kids in, and RS Juniors often have degrees, so they have no reason to return for their senior years.

One will likely be RSed. But both? Maybe a .03% shot(barring injuries or 2 backs blowing up who are already on the roster).

wingfanjim · 03-24-2008, 11:47 AM

I wouldn't be surprised if they redshirt both of them in 2009. there will be quite a few backs in front of them in seniority when they get on campus. Jimmerson will be a senior. Leggett and Anderson will be sophomores. Ray and Winston will be redshirt freshman (if they are still playing RB). I've heard that both Leggett and Anderson were looking VERY good in the bowl practices. There was a lot of discussion involving how difficult Anderson was to tackle. I know the easy thing is to forget a lot of the guys who are already on the team and become enamored with the new recruits because they are the next big thing. However, don't fall asleep on Anderson. Before things are all said and done, he could very well end up being a star for us.

Ari Gold · 03-24-2008, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TruthToPower

Even after Caper and Baker MSU is still chasing after some high profile RB prospects for 09. Obviously we don't know what Dantonio's plan is, but presumably either Caper or Baker will get redshirted (possibly both depending on the emergence of Legget/Ray/Anderson/Jimmerson). Do you think it makes sense to add a 3rd RB to the 09 class? This is already a deep position for us and we're looking at a smallish class already. I'd like to see us stock up on linemen and DBs.

Wrong. MSU is DONE at RB for '09. If a prospect that has played RB is being targeted it is for another position.

wingfanjim · 03-25-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Ari Gold

Wrong. MSU is DONE at RB for '09. If a prospect that has played RB is being targeted it is for another position.

There has been some talk of recruiting Hersey as a FB.

Spartan01123581321 · 03-25-2008, 12:50 PM

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There has been some talk of recruiting Hersey as a FB.

Would be a very athletic FB.

TruthToPower · 03-28-2008, 09:41 PM

I'm surprised that some people think there is NO chance they will both redshirt. Sure, freshmen can contribute at RB, but that is certainly not ideal. I think it's a general rule of College Football that you redshirt all the players you can. Occasionally you'll have positions of need or players you just can't keep off the field. Maybe I'm underestimating these two kids, but it's hard for me to imagine them stealing enough time from a stable of four highly rated and experienced running backs to make giving up the redshirt worthwhile.

I think there is a 0.0% chance that neither one of them redshirts.

If there are that good does anyone else think Legget could make a pretty good looking LB?

Coached By Duffy · 03-29-2008, 02:22 AM

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There has been some talk of recruiting Hersey as a FB.

I watched some game tapes of Hersey Jackson and on some plays he was lined up @ FB and broke some big runs right up the middle. He isn't built like a traditional FB but is certainly athletic. He has an upright running style, but can run with power similar to Eddie George but looks shiftier and faster. Rivals currently has him ranked as a 3 * prospect. I would hope MSU could find a spot for him because this kid is a playmaker !

Michigan State Fan · 03-29-2008, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Coached By Duffy

I watched some game tapes of Hersey Jackson and on some plays he was lined up @ FB and broke some big runs right up the middle. He isn't built like a traditional FB but is certainly athletic. He has an upright running style, but can run with power similar to Eddie George but looks shiftier and faster. Rivals currently has him ranked as a 3 * prospect. I would hope MSU could find a spot for him because this kid is a playmaker !

Actually he is a four star on rivals and in the Rivals 250.