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'11 CA WR Michael Thomas
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AlferdJasper
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archived Will Jeff thread here
We heard about him here (at Allbuffs) first on Aug. 1, 2009. By 8 p.m. on Aug. 2, he had committed to CU.
He had transferred schools in his senior year, and there was some delayed ncaa paperwork problem that made schools think he would not qualify, but he did.
It was NOT grades, it was a problem caused by transferring his senior year that his transcripts weren't in order for NCAA to review.
Many, many times this type of story does not turn out in favor of the recruit, so schools assume it's not worth their time to pursue a kid who doesn't have paperwork in order and NCAA clearance. But really they can fall through the cracks.
And Michael Thomas could be another one.
Was Will Jeff a 4*?
AlferdJasper
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No, he was not four-star. In fact Scout and Rivals never ranked him - but they don't always bother when they think a kid isn't going to play at the next level. But they said this:
First team All-Inland Valley League as a senior at wide receiver. He amassed approximately 2,400 all-purpose yards as a wide receiver, running back and kick returner during his second season. He played in the Southern California Fiesta Bowl following his senior year. Complications with his academic records led to him being lightly recruited. He is a full qualifier.
Right. But this guy is a 4*. So I think the under-the-radar thing is not a valid comparison.
No, but if they use his talents right he may end up playing like one.
Michael Thomas could end up as a real find for us. When a team is fighting four years of bad results on the field including a series of embarrassing losses on national TV top prospects aren't going to drop out of trees and say sign me up. The new coaching staff has to work their butts off (this part is happening) and find some gems hidden among the left overs. Maybe Thomas is one of those, if we can get a four star talent at this point it won't hurt and it may be an opportunity for him to show all the schools that ignored him and said he wasn't worth the effort.
what a long, strange ride it will be for him :thumbsup:
AlferdJasper
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Correct, not a perfect match. My point was only that we had experienced previously a player who was rumored to not be a qualifier who was. He turned out pretty good for us, if not a four-star. Oh, hell, it was so long ago that I was trying to make the point, I don't really remember anymore what it was. Something along those lines.
I just get annoyed when people with ZERO leads on it and no insight start saying "it's probably grades" ... or we'd take him "if by some miracle he passes admissions." If there is no evidence of this, the speculation is rude and not very welcoming to a recruit. Better to let it all play out sometimes, instead of predict the worst and then have to eat your words.
/soapbxo
MrFrumpylane
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Word.
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AlferdJasper
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Thomas has some great qualities that remind me of you MrFrumpylane, the speed, the instincts... very quick to read the field and change direction to make the most of what is out there.
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MrFrumpylane
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I love you, AJ.
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The Guest
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Go Buffs!!
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MrFrumpylane
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^^^^^ What he said.
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For those of you "sure" its grades, I did find an early recruiting interview on him on Scout where Thomas says he has a 3.2 gpa and strong core classes...how accurate that is now since it was from junior camp season who knows, but lets not jump to conclusions on the kid. Sounds like he transferred schools and had to sit out at least a portion of his junior year which would have also kept him under the radar.
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MrFrumpylane
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Well, to clarify for those who didn't pick up on my weak attempt at humor, I'm not sure on anything in this matter. I am willing to give him the benefit of the doubt and will not hold any reserved judgement.
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The Guest
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I think he'd be welcome in the class with or without Lucien. His credentials make him much more than a backup.
MrFrumpylane
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Doubt it, I'm sure he was in the mix just as much as Lucien was. In relation to what was just mentioned above, Lucien was able to get through the clearing house before Thomas, hence commit to a school before Thomas could.
AlferdJasper
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I agree. He's a catch, no pun intended.
http://usc.247sports.com/Article/Taft-WR-Michael-Thomas-has-been-tearing-it-up-1052
Lucien is come and gone. Good luck to him. Now we're just looking for the next superstar.
AlferdJasper
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Yep, we are going to have a stable of competing quarterbacks looking for someone to throw to --- we need him!
PRich and... PRich and... PRich and... Smokin' the Thomas!
You are wasted.
MrFrumpylane
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Crap! sorry, forgot about thread topic. Thomas, do we have an official visit set up?
Both!
AlferdJasper
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We believe there is interest, and are working on a confirmation that he is taking an official visit (very soon.) CU was checking to be sure there were no academic or clearinghouse issues, when that's firmed up, he may visit us. There is mutual interest.
And another update from Rivals addresses why he is still available:
One of the lesser known prospects participating in the Under Armour All-American Game is Woodland Hills (Calif.) Taft wide receiver Michael Thomas. Part of the reason for his anonymity is that he had to sit out his junior season due to CIF transfer rules. When he was able to hit the field as a senior, the 6-foot-3, 180-pound wide receiver made the most of his final year of eligibility.