The NCAA has cleared transfer DT Chris Perry to play in the fall. Perry, who transferred from Miami, sat out last season with a knee injury. Perry will likely battle for a starting position with incumbents Colby Whitlock and Rajon Henley. The addition of Perry will help Tech in the middle, a position that gave Tech troubles last season against the run.
DMN
Tech began their spring practices on Wednesday. Some positin changes have taken place already, according to reports. So. LB Brian Duncan has been moved from the outside to the middle, his position in high school. LA Reed has been moved from WR to S. His production at WR last year was dismal, while his hitting ability on special teams was tops on the team. This move could help out a lot if Reed can make the adjustment to defense. RB Jarred Flannel, a RS Fr. has moved to CB. He will battle for the starting spot opposite Jamar Wall, but won't likely get it.
Also back in action was WR Todd Walker, a former HS All-American from Pflugerville who sat out last season with an injury.
Fox 34 Video
Showing posts with label College Football. Show all posts
Showing posts with label College Football. Show all posts
Friday, March 28, 2008
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Tech and Okie State close to Dallas game?
It seems that this ongoing drama is taking yet another exciting turn. Hopefully, this is a turn for the better. According to Texas Tech AD Gerald Myers, it seems that the game is a go, except for deciding where it will be played. The two options on the table are the dilapidated, yet renovated Cotton Bowl in Fair Park, or the monstrosity that is slowly growing south of Interstate 30 in Arlington. Which stadium would be better?
The Cotton Bowl, originally the Fair Park Bowl, has been sitting in South Dallas since 1934. As historic as the stadium is (Cotton Bowl game, Texas/OU, Styx concerts), it is also one of the most outdated facilities that I have ever been to. The bathroom setup at Oso Little League in Corpus Christi, Texas was more uriner-friendly than the enormous lines that await you inside the State Fair's centerpiece. Now, with the new renovations that are bumping the seating from 76,000 to 92,107, the bathroom problems could be fixed, so that helps out the Cotton Bowl. Getting to the Cotton Bowl (and subsequently leaving) are seemingly nightmares. I sat in traffic longer than I sat in the Cotton Bowl all 3 times I've seen a game there (2002 and 2003 Red River Shootout, 2006 Cotton Bowl). So the Cotton Bowl is not in a bad location and has plenty of seats, but the traffic problems are a huge sad face sticker on their report card.
The "Sponsor to Come Later" Dallas Cowboys Stadium would be ready by the game's planned start date in 2009. It will be state-of-the-art and dwarf any building I've ever seen in person. It is currently planned to hold only 80,000, but honestly, when was the last time a Tech or OSU home game came close to 80,000? Parking and the such shouldn't be a problem, thanks to the location of the stadium. Plus, being between Fort Worth and Dallas, and in Arlington increase the amount of adequate hotel rooms for fans. This is a huge plus. Did I mention that it is state-of-the-art? Personally, I think it is hard to go wrong with a $1 billion plus stadium.
My vote goes to Jerry World. I think it will be a great option for both teams to play in a major venue, and the central location helps out a lot. Plus, I have been to the Cotton Bowl, but haven't been to Jerry World (duh). Although I did drive past it on Saturday afternoon, and was simply mesmerized by the enormity of it.
This whole scenario sits very well with me. We are finally getting a game in Dallas, against a team that will make it a fun event. I hate OSU more than I hate 8 of the other schools in the conference, plus, with the Tech fanbase in the metroplex, there is no way this will fail. Look at the TCU and SMU games over the past 2 seasons (with myself in attendance) and try and estimate what percentage of those crowds donned Scarlet and Black (hint, more than 50%).
The added revenue from this game will far surpass the paultry amount we get every other year from hosting the game in Lubbock. Sure, it will hurt the economy a bit, but in the long run could improve the overall talent of the team through recruiting, which could help in wins, which aides attendance, which begats profit for local businesses. Problem solved through a PROACTIVE solutin, rather than our typical reactive route.
Avalance-Journal
Jerry World
Cotton Bowl
The Cotton Bowl, originally the Fair Park Bowl, has been sitting in South Dallas since 1934. As historic as the stadium is (Cotton Bowl game, Texas/OU, Styx concerts), it is also one of the most outdated facilities that I have ever been to. The bathroom setup at Oso Little League in Corpus Christi, Texas was more uriner-friendly than the enormous lines that await you inside the State Fair's centerpiece. Now, with the new renovations that are bumping the seating from 76,000 to 92,107, the bathroom problems could be fixed, so that helps out the Cotton Bowl. Getting to the Cotton Bowl (and subsequently leaving) are seemingly nightmares. I sat in traffic longer than I sat in the Cotton Bowl all 3 times I've seen a game there (2002 and 2003 Red River Shootout, 2006 Cotton Bowl). So the Cotton Bowl is not in a bad location and has plenty of seats, but the traffic problems are a huge sad face sticker on their report card.
The "Sponsor to Come Later" Dallas Cowboys Stadium would be ready by the game's planned start date in 2009. It will be state-of-the-art and dwarf any building I've ever seen in person. It is currently planned to hold only 80,000, but honestly, when was the last time a Tech or OSU home game came close to 80,000? Parking and the such shouldn't be a problem, thanks to the location of the stadium. Plus, being between Fort Worth and Dallas, and in Arlington increase the amount of adequate hotel rooms for fans. This is a huge plus. Did I mention that it is state-of-the-art? Personally, I think it is hard to go wrong with a $1 billion plus stadium.
My vote goes to Jerry World. I think it will be a great option for both teams to play in a major venue, and the central location helps out a lot. Plus, I have been to the Cotton Bowl, but haven't been to Jerry World (duh). Although I did drive past it on Saturday afternoon, and was simply mesmerized by the enormity of it.
This whole scenario sits very well with me. We are finally getting a game in Dallas, against a team that will make it a fun event. I hate OSU more than I hate 8 of the other schools in the conference, plus, with the Tech fanbase in the metroplex, there is no way this will fail. Look at the TCU and SMU games over the past 2 seasons (with myself in attendance) and try and estimate what percentage of those crowds donned Scarlet and Black (hint, more than 50%).
The added revenue from this game will far surpass the paultry amount we get every other year from hosting the game in Lubbock. Sure, it will hurt the economy a bit, but in the long run could improve the overall talent of the team through recruiting, which could help in wins, which aides attendance, which begats profit for local businesses. Problem solved through a PROACTIVE solutin, rather than our typical reactive route.
Avalance-Journal
Jerry World
Cotton Bowl
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Brian Duncan named finalist for Sullivan award
Very cool of Brian. The Sullivan Award is given by AAU, and recognizes community service and leadership contributions.
Texas Tech release
Texas Tech release
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Texas Tech revises 2008 football schedule
Due to a request by the Big 12 for reasons relating to the TV schedule, Texas Tech has announced that they have pushed back the dates of their final 2 football games. The Red Raiders were initially set to travel to Norman, Oklahoma on November 15th to battle the Oklahoma Sooners, and back to Lubbock for their contest against the Baylor Bears on November 22nd. Now, Texas Tech will take the 15th off, travel to Norman on the 22nd and play host to Baylor on November 29th, after Thanksgiving.
This new schedule gives Tech 2 open dates (September 27th and November 15th). I personally don't like the game on November 29th because it will shorten my break.
Texas Tech also has their Red-Black game scheduled for April 19th.
This new schedule gives Tech 2 open dates (September 27th and November 15th). I personally don't like the game on November 29th because it will shorten my break.
Texas Tech also has their Red-Black game scheduled for April 19th.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Signing Day! (last week)
So signing day has come and gone, once again. The recruitniks (a.k.a. Stealers of your money by giving you news that isn't worth the $10 a month) are getting to start on the current juniors, making them into the next big things.
Tech had a very bad day on paper, according to some, but Mike Leach got exactly what he needed to work his magic. He lost Keanon Cooper and Brian Christopher (see earlier posts), but gained Lubbock native Austin Zouzalik. He didn't land any of the 5-star WR prospects, or a big name DT, but the redshirted crop of talent in the receiving corps coupled with the incoming DEs should make those losses a distant memory in the near present. He continued to add to his trademark mammoth OL with a few good pickups from Texas and Oklahoma, as well as a recruit from last year's class who resolved his grade issues. Overall, the class sucks for most schools, but is perfect for the Red Raiders.
QB Seth Doege (Wolfforth, TX, Frenship HS)
Hasn't played in 2 years due to knee injuries, but may do well in the Texas Tech system
RB Harrison Jeffers (Lawton, OK, Eisenhower HS)
Not a very tall RB, but has the ability to succeed in the Air Raid Offense.
RB Brandon Reid (El Paso, TX, Canutillo HS)
Former Missouri commit will get a shot at RB and could even play LB
OT Joe King (Oklahoma City, OK, Putnam City North HS)
6-6 300 lbs. Big tackle who will fit in well with the other lineman.
OT Terry McDaniel (Diana, TX, New Diana HS)
All-state lineman comes in at 6-6.5 315 lbs. Turned down an offer from LSU to be a Raider.
OG Deveric Gallington (Richland Hills, TX, Richland HS)
Top 100 recruit in Texas. 6-4 330 lbs on signing day.
DE Brandon Sesay (Visalia, CA, College of the Sequoias)
Should have an instant impact for the defense. Possible starter by August 30th.
DE McKinner Dixon (Lufkin, TX, Cisco JC/Texas Tech)
Played his freshman season at Texas Tech before leaving to work out his academics. Should team up with Sesay to lead the DL.
DE Ryan Halliburton (Wolfforth, TX, Frenship HS)
Quick pass rusher. Could be a decent player for the Raiders.
DE Joey Fowler (Oklahoma City, OK, Westmoore HS)
The only bad thing about Fowler is his injury history. Other than that, he should contribute on the next level.
DT Broderick Marshall (Austin, TX, Tyler JC)
Committed to Tech in 2006, and finally made it on campus. Could play any position on the DL
CB Jarell Routt (Texas City, TX, Coffeyville JC)
Another former Red Raider recruit who finally made it to campus. Could provide instant help to the secondary.
S Cody Davis (Stephenville, TX, Stephenville HS)
All-state player. Had the knack for making plays at Stephenville HS. Could contribute to the secondary in a few years.
K Donnie Carona (Beamount, TX, Monsignor Kelly HS)
Also played RB in HS. 6-0 200 lbs frame gives Tech more options on trick plays. May very well be kicking FGs for Tech in the fall.
ATH Cornelius Douglas (Lawton, OK, Lawton HS)
Can you say Tyrone Thurman? 5-9 180 lbs WR/CB has the tools to fit in perfectly at Texas Tech. Should remind a lot of newer Red Raider fans of former WR Nehemiah Glover, while the older fans may think of Mr. Thurman.
ATH Austin Zouzalik (Lubbock, TX, Coronado HS)
Zouzalik was the signal caller for the Mustangs, but has been mentioned as a possible DB for his hometown team. Has the speed and athleticism to earn playing time.
Tech also has 2 walk-ons lined up for 2008. The first being Muleshoe HS QB Garrett Riley, brother of WR coach Lincoln Riley. Blake Kelly, a 5-11 180 lbs WR from Blinn JC has also accepted an invitation to walk-on at Tech.
Tech also notched their first new player for 2009. Former Miami DT Chris Perry, of Keller, Tx, has transfered to Lubbock. Perry, a former top 100 Texas recruit, sat out his first season in Miami due to a stress fracture.
Here's a positive (for once) writeup on the class from The Sporting News.
Tech had a very bad day on paper, according to some, but Mike Leach got exactly what he needed to work his magic. He lost Keanon Cooper and Brian Christopher (see earlier posts), but gained Lubbock native Austin Zouzalik. He didn't land any of the 5-star WR prospects, or a big name DT, but the redshirted crop of talent in the receiving corps coupled with the incoming DEs should make those losses a distant memory in the near present. He continued to add to his trademark mammoth OL with a few good pickups from Texas and Oklahoma, as well as a recruit from last year's class who resolved his grade issues. Overall, the class sucks for most schools, but is perfect for the Red Raiders.
QB Seth Doege (Wolfforth, TX, Frenship HS)
Hasn't played in 2 years due to knee injuries, but may do well in the Texas Tech system
RB Harrison Jeffers (Lawton, OK, Eisenhower HS)
Not a very tall RB, but has the ability to succeed in the Air Raid Offense.
RB Brandon Reid (El Paso, TX, Canutillo HS)
Former Missouri commit will get a shot at RB and could even play LB
OT Joe King (Oklahoma City, OK, Putnam City North HS)
6-6 300 lbs. Big tackle who will fit in well with the other lineman.
OT Terry McDaniel (Diana, TX, New Diana HS)
All-state lineman comes in at 6-6.5 315 lbs. Turned down an offer from LSU to be a Raider.
OG Deveric Gallington (Richland Hills, TX, Richland HS)
Top 100 recruit in Texas. 6-4 330 lbs on signing day.
DE Brandon Sesay (Visalia, CA, College of the Sequoias)
Should have an instant impact for the defense. Possible starter by August 30th.
DE McKinner Dixon (Lufkin, TX, Cisco JC/Texas Tech)
Played his freshman season at Texas Tech before leaving to work out his academics. Should team up with Sesay to lead the DL.
DE Ryan Halliburton (Wolfforth, TX, Frenship HS)
Quick pass rusher. Could be a decent player for the Raiders.
DE Joey Fowler (Oklahoma City, OK, Westmoore HS)
The only bad thing about Fowler is his injury history. Other than that, he should contribute on the next level.
DT Broderick Marshall (Austin, TX, Tyler JC)
Committed to Tech in 2006, and finally made it on campus. Could play any position on the DL
CB Jarell Routt (Texas City, TX, Coffeyville JC)
Another former Red Raider recruit who finally made it to campus. Could provide instant help to the secondary.
S Cody Davis (Stephenville, TX, Stephenville HS)
All-state player. Had the knack for making plays at Stephenville HS. Could contribute to the secondary in a few years.
K Donnie Carona (Beamount, TX, Monsignor Kelly HS)
Also played RB in HS. 6-0 200 lbs frame gives Tech more options on trick plays. May very well be kicking FGs for Tech in the fall.
ATH Cornelius Douglas (Lawton, OK, Lawton HS)
Can you say Tyrone Thurman? 5-9 180 lbs WR/CB has the tools to fit in perfectly at Texas Tech. Should remind a lot of newer Red Raider fans of former WR Nehemiah Glover, while the older fans may think of Mr. Thurman.
ATH Austin Zouzalik (Lubbock, TX, Coronado HS)
Zouzalik was the signal caller for the Mustangs, but has been mentioned as a possible DB for his hometown team. Has the speed and athleticism to earn playing time.
Tech also has 2 walk-ons lined up for 2008. The first being Muleshoe HS QB Garrett Riley, brother of WR coach Lincoln Riley. Blake Kelly, a 5-11 180 lbs WR from Blinn JC has also accepted an invitation to walk-on at Tech.
Tech also notched their first new player for 2009. Former Miami DT Chris Perry, of Keller, Tx, has transfered to Lubbock. Perry, a former top 100 Texas recruit, sat out his first season in Miami due to a stress fracture.
Here's a positive (for once) writeup on the class from The Sporting News.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Texas Tech football adds 12th game for 2008
Texas Tech has added Eastern Washington University to finish the 2008 schedule. Tech and EWU will play in Lubbock on August 30th. The Red Raiders had an open slot after Tulsa University dropped the previously scheduled game on the same date.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Amendola shines against the Nation
Texas dominated the Texas vs. the Nation All-Star game today with a 41-14 drubbing of the Nation team.
Former Red Raider Danny Amendola led Texas in receiving with 71 yards on 3 catches, including the games first touchdown in the 2nd quarter. Amendola caught 4 total passes, but his 2nd, a 6 yard gain was negated by a holding penalty. The play by play reported no other passes thrown to Danny, meaning he caught all four passes that the quarterbacks threw him. Not bad for an undersized, slow white kid.
Former Longhorns Robert Killebrew and Erick Jackson helped out in the defensive effort. Killebrew was credited with 3 solo tackles and a forced fumble. Jackson stood out defensively after returning a Nation fumble 50 yards to give Texas a 21-7 lead in the 3rd quarter. He also broke up a Nick Hill pass to end the 3rd quarter, and recorded 3 tackles, 2 solo.
Box Score
Former Red Raider Danny Amendola led Texas in receiving with 71 yards on 3 catches, including the games first touchdown in the 2nd quarter. Amendola caught 4 total passes, but his 2nd, a 6 yard gain was negated by a holding penalty. The play by play reported no other passes thrown to Danny, meaning he caught all four passes that the quarterbacks threw him. Not bad for an undersized, slow white kid.
Former Longhorns Robert Killebrew and Erick Jackson helped out in the defensive effort. Killebrew was credited with 3 solo tackles and a forced fumble. Jackson stood out defensively after returning a Nation fumble 50 yards to give Texas a 21-7 lead in the 3rd quarter. He also broke up a Nick Hill pass to end the 3rd quarter, and recorded 3 tackles, 2 solo.
Box Score
Texas Tech football picks up new commit!
Texas Tech received a new commitment today from former Missouri commit, RB Brandon Reid of Canutillo, Texas.
Reid is being given a chance at RB, but could ultimately end up as a LB or S if he can't win a job.
Texas Tech is also still in the hunt for former UT lineman J'Marcus Webb, a former 5-star lineman.
Reid is being given a chance at RB, but could ultimately end up as a LB or S if he can't win a job.
Texas Tech is also still in the hunt for former UT lineman J'Marcus Webb, a former 5-star lineman.
Tech looking to add D1-AA opponent to schedule
After Tulsa backed out of the August 30th game in Lubbock, it appears that Tech is going to add another D1-AA (FCS) opponent (scroll down to bottom) to the schedule. Tech is already scheduled to play UMass next season.
I'm not a fan of adding the 2nd D1-AA opponent due to the implications it has on the strength of schedule, but hopefully it will be an easy win and we don't Michigan it.
I'm not a fan of adding the 2nd D1-AA opponent due to the implications it has on the strength of schedule, but hopefully it will be an easy win and we don't Michigan it.
UH hires Tech Offensive Coordinator Holgorsen
Well, Kevin Sumlin rounded off his new staff at the University of Houston by hiring Texas Tech OC Dana Holgorsen. This marks 2 straight years that a Tech OC has taken a job at another school. Last year, Sonny Dykes was hired by Mike Stoops to help improve the Wildcat's offense in Arizona.
Its great that Mike Leach seems to be the new go-to guy when a team needs a coordinator to run the spread offense. He's becoming the Bill Walsh of the spread. The spread has become the new West Coast Offense, and Lubbock is the center of the movement.
The biggest pain this causes the Red Raiders is Holgorsen's experience as a teacher, more so than as a play caller, since Leach pretty much does most of that. I give Holgorsen credit for most of the wide receivers that have come through Tech in the last few seasons. Michael Crabtree, Eric Morris, Danny Amendola and Joel Filani have all thrived under his watch, while others like Eddie Britton and Robert Johnson have succeeded after switching positions.
Good luck, Dana!
Its great that Mike Leach seems to be the new go-to guy when a team needs a coordinator to run the spread offense. He's becoming the Bill Walsh of the spread. The spread has become the new West Coast Offense, and Lubbock is the center of the movement.
The biggest pain this causes the Red Raiders is Holgorsen's experience as a teacher, more so than as a play caller, since Leach pretty much does most of that. I give Holgorsen credit for most of the wide receivers that have come through Tech in the last few seasons. Michael Crabtree, Eric Morris, Danny Amendola and Joel Filani have all thrived under his watch, while others like Eddie Britton and Robert Johnson have succeeded after switching positions.
Good luck, Dana!
Friday, February 1, 2008
Former Red Raider and Former Longhorn to suit up for Texas vs. Nation
So we are almost to the 2nd annual Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Game in El Paso. It features a roster made up of players who spent their high school or college careers inside the Lone Star State vs. those not so fortunate.
Former Red Raider WR Danny Amendola and former Longhorn LB Robert "15-yards" Killebrew will both see action for the Texans, a team that is to be coached by former Alabama legend Gene Stallings.
Last year's game was won by the Nation Team, holding Texas at the 44 yard line as time expired, 24-20. The roster included two former Raiders in Keyunta Dawson (now with Indianapolis) and Robert Johnson (Amarillo Dusters, af2).
Amendola finished his senior season at Texas Tech with 112 catches for 1245 yards and 5 TDs in 13 games. Killebrew amassed 57 tackles, including 1 sack, for the Longhorns in '07.
The game is at 4 PM CST on Saturday. CSTV will televise.
Former Red Raider WR Danny Amendola and former Longhorn LB Robert "15-yards" Killebrew will both see action for the Texans, a team that is to be coached by former Alabama legend Gene Stallings.
Last year's game was won by the Nation Team, holding Texas at the 44 yard line as time expired, 24-20. The roster included two former Raiders in Keyunta Dawson (now with Indianapolis) and Robert Johnson (Amarillo Dusters, af2).
Amendola finished his senior season at Texas Tech with 112 catches for 1245 yards and 5 TDs in 13 games. Killebrew amassed 57 tackles, including 1 sack, for the Longhorns in '07.
The game is at 4 PM CST on Saturday. CSTV will televise.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Big 12 Recruiting Review
Tom Dienhart at The Sporting News wrote a piece on Big 12 overachievers and underachievers in football. Texas Tech comes in as an overachiever while or favorite team comes in as an under.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Tech football nabs two new commits!
On Monday, Texas Tech football welcomed the news of two players ready to set foot in Lubbock next fall. One was a welcome addition in Dallas Skyline S Keanon Cooper, while the other, Camden, Arkansas DE Brian Christopher was a totally unknown to me (I don't follow recruiting close enough, apparently).
Don Williams has the write up in the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.
I really like the addition of Cooper. He brings a much needed talent to the secondary, and this class. Not to take away from early-commit Cody Davis, but Cooper could be a great addition for the future. It is also important for Coach Leach to continue his presence in the Metroplex. One of his last trips inside Dallas landed Michael Crabtree, afterall.
Like I said earlier, I have nothing to add on Brian Christopher. I hadn't heard his name before reading the article. The interesting thing is that two of his teammates at Fairview happen to be targets for Texas Tech, who are currently listed as "soft verbals" to Arkansas. Either Mike really liked what he saw in Christopher when he was looking at the other two, or he is hoping to pull a fast one on Bobby Petrino. Can't really criticize the Coach since he has been a wonderful evaluator of talent (see Wes Welker).
This brings the total number of verbals up to 16, with 10 being listed on the defensive side of the ball. Texas Tech recruits
Don Williams has the write up in the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.
I really like the addition of Cooper. He brings a much needed talent to the secondary, and this class. Not to take away from early-commit Cody Davis, but Cooper could be a great addition for the future. It is also important for Coach Leach to continue his presence in the Metroplex. One of his last trips inside Dallas landed Michael Crabtree, afterall.
Like I said earlier, I have nothing to add on Brian Christopher. I hadn't heard his name before reading the article. The interesting thing is that two of his teammates at Fairview happen to be targets for Texas Tech, who are currently listed as "soft verbals" to Arkansas. Either Mike really liked what he saw in Christopher when he was looking at the other two, or he is hoping to pull a fast one on Bobby Petrino. Can't really criticize the Coach since he has been a wonderful evaluator of talent (see Wes Welker).
This brings the total number of verbals up to 16, with 10 being listed on the defensive side of the ball. Texas Tech recruits
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)