*** QB verbals to BG!!!

Dayons_Den · Post by **Dayons_Den** » Wed Jan 07, 2009 9:26 am

Peregrinner wrote:
BgWaRrIoR wrote:Rivals has Schliz has the 33rd ranked pro-style and a 3 star. Either way, its good news.
So... does this mean I'll see a BG quarterback under center?

What's weird is I went back and watched the 2004 GMAC Bowl over the holidays (needing a falcon football fix) and I was surprised at home many snaps Omar took under center.

naandre · Post by **naandre** » Wed Jan 07, 2009 1:52 pm

Schilz is listed as the 102nd best QB prospect and is graded as a 73.

"70-79: Good Prospect
Player does not dominate in every game, especially when matched up against the top players in the country. Could become a good starter at the Division I level." [from Scouts Inc.'s grading scale]

Nicely is listed as the 120th best QB has a 71 grade.

They also list BG as having a verbal commitment from a MI QB (Collier) who they rank #66 with a grade of 74. So, it looks like BG may be able to weather the Nicely defection.

Globetrotter · Post by **Globetrotter** » Wed Jan 07, 2009 2:16 pm

It looks like Tennessee did not recruit a QB this year after recruiting a 3 star last year and a 4 star the year before and a 3 star the year before that. Seems odd with there lack of consistent QB play. However, perhaps this was a guy who got on the radar when he was at Tenn but since they were not looking for a QB he didnt pursue him?

Redwingtom · Post by **Redwingtom** » Thu Jan 08, 2009 8:44 am

Not too many negatives in this write up. And this appears to have been written after his junior year in High School!

Evaluation

Schilz is a sleeper and if he bounces back from an injury as a junior and has a big senior year, it is likely that he'll begin getting more exposure. He has very good size and is a good athlete with nice feet. Works from under center and shows nice drop speed and set up mechanics. Displays the ability to throw the ball where only his receiver can get it and he makes good decisions with the ball when he has time to throw. Shows the ability to throw on the run while rolling in either direction. Shows good overall accuracy. Arm strength is adequate-to-good and he displays a good, high release. Gets rid of the ball quickly with nice zip. Will throw good timing routes. Is very effective in the short and intermediate ranges. Is capable of throwing the ball across his body too. Does a good job of getting set up quickly and shows quick feet within the pocket. Is quicker than fast and he is capable of avoiding pressure and buying himself a second chance in the pocket. Is adequate at tucking the ball and getting upfield, but is not a threat to make the big plays as a runner. Schilz isn't necessarily a powerful passer, but he can make all the throws and is very heady and shows good leadership skills and command of the offense. Needs to gain more experience on the field with a strong senior campaign.

http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/recruiti ... Id%3d59919

hammb · Post by **hammb** » Thu Jan 08, 2009 10:01 am

All I know is that if this is the type of recruit Clawson is going to make a habit of bringing to BG, we're going to be some very happy fans around these parts. I obviously don't expect a lot of kids with BCS offers to come here, but every one we can steal is very valuable.

NWLB · Post by **NWLB** » Thu Jan 08, 2009 11:10 am

hammb wrote:All I know is that if this is the type of recruit Clawson is going to make a habit of bringing to BG, we're going to be some very happy fans around these parts. I obviously don't expect a lot of kids with BCS offers to come here, but every one we can steal is very valuable.

If he beats Toledo, wins the MAC, and keeps the kids out of trouble, he can field the first wheel-chair team in 1A and I'll be happy.

magneticfalcon · Post by **magneticfalcon** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:52 pm

Now that class has started, has anyone checked to see if any Junior College transfers are in school, it is standard practice that some come in early to get a start with spring practice.

fredthefalcon · Post by **fredthefalcon** » Sat Jan 17, 2009 1:54 pm

All the talk about Nicely and Shilz but we have forgotten the earliest QB verbal from Austin Collier of Standish, MI. No mention of him and maybe it is because he appears to be less a pro-type passer than the others. But today's Detroit News had its annual top 50 Blue Chip Recruits. The top 15 get the star treatment and all are Big 10 recruits, but scan down the list and there at #28 is Collier. He is also the 2nd QB listed as of that point.

Sorry could not find the link for anything other than the top 15.

Ryan Autullo · Post by **Ryan Autullo** » Sat Jan 17, 2009 3:16 pm

I could be wrong, but I'm thinking Collier was not recruited as a quarterback.

cowboyjoe · Post by **cowboyjoe** » Sun Jan 18, 2009 10:17 pm

Evaluation from ESPN

This guy is a gritty left-hander that is a very productive and tough dual-threat quarterback. He has pretty good size, a strong frame and very good speed and change-of-direction skills as a runner. He is a very good fit for the spread offense. Collier is adept at throwing the ball on the run to both sides. Has more than adequate arm strength. He can make most of the throws. Has good touch and timing. Has quick feet, shows good poise and set-up balance and when in the shotgun has just enough height to view the field and make throws on time. Has a quick release and good overall accuracy. Shows the ability to make quick reads. He is accurate and throws a very catchable ball. Protects the football and won't force many things. Is quicker than fast. Is mobile and shows good athleticism. Will run when things break down. Is a tough runner and he shows some elusiveness in the open field, as well. Is tough and competitive. Collier's delivery is pretty smooth and consistent, but he also has a low elbow and this negates his height. He releases the ball with a slight sidearm and must work to find passing windows. Overall, Collier has some sleeper qualities to him and is still developing, but has a solid future as both a passer and athlete.

The Niz · Post by **The Niz** » Sun Jan 18, 2009 10:55 pm

cowboyjoe wrote:Evaluation from ESPN

This guy is a gritty left-hander that is a very productive and tough dual-threat quarterback. He has pretty good size, a strong frame and very good speed and change-of-direction skills as a runner. He is a very good fit for the spread offense. Collier is adept at throwing the ball on the run to both sides. Has more than adequate arm strength. He can make most of the throws. Has good touch and timing. Has quick feet, shows good poise and set-up balance and when in the shotgun has just enough height to view the field and make throws on time. Has a quick release and good overall accuracy. Shows the ability to make quick reads. He is accurate and throws a very catchable ball. Protects the football and won't force many things. Is quicker than fast. Is mobile and shows good athleticism. Will run when things break down. Is a tough runner and he shows some elusiveness in the open field, as well. Is tough and competitive. Collier's delivery is pretty smooth and consistent, but he also has a low elbow and this negates his height. He releases the ball with a slight sidearm and must work to find passing windows. Overall, Collier has some sleeper qualities to him and is still developing, but has a solid future as both a passer and athlete.

Didn't we used to have a qb with kind of a quirky low release who turned out alright??

*** QB verbals to BG!!!

According to Scouts Inc. on ESPN.com