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Spiegs Mock Signing Class (Offense)
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:15 am
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:15 am
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QB: None
Analysis: LSU needs a quarterback in its 2018 class. Elite Louisiana quarterback Justin Rogers officially visited LSU in November and while he has remained solid in his verbal to TCU, Matt Canada gave the 4-star All-American plenty of mull over leading into a Dec. 22 decision. Right now, I’d put it at a coin flip that Rogers either sticks with TCU or flips to the Tigers. If and when that ship sails, it will open the door for Alabama dual-threat quarterback James Foster to take this spot in the class. However, he has entertained other schools and has yet to visit LSU.
Confidence Level: 50 percent
RB: Chris Curry, Tae Provens, Pooka Williams
Analysis: Both Chris Curry and Tae Provens are solid in their commitments, and LSU could sign these two running backs and bolster their backfield depth in a big way. The elephant in the room remains Harold Joiner. The 4-star Alabama native named LSU as his top team, but there’s no reason why he hasn’t committed yet. Pooka Williams has been the most buzz-worthy prospect in the state with his legendary postseason performance. If he elects not to sign with Kansas on Dec. 20, it will open up the door for LSU down the stretch.
Confidence Level: 65 percent
WR: Terrace Marshall Jr., Justin Watkins, Kenan Jones, Jaray Jenkins
Analysis: Kenan Jones and Jaray Jenkins are two outstanding pieces in place at one of LSU’s most important areas in the 2018 class. Of course, Terrace Marshall Jr. is the team’s top offensive target, and the Tigers have remained in strong position for some time. After a successful official visit last month, expect the 5-star wide receiver to choose LSU on Dec. 22. The Tigers have gained a ton of momentum for one-time commit Justin Watkins, who will make a decision at the Under Armour All-America Game. He should fill the role of the slot receiver and return specialist in this class.
Confidence Level: 75 percent
TE: Zach Sheffer
Analysis: LSU landed an ideal H-back for its system during the elite high school camp in Zach Sheffer, who will be utilized in multiple positions across the offense. The Tigers may look to add one more tight end and the obvious candidate is Glenn Beal, who has been close to committing to LSU a handful of times. However, if numbers continue to grow tight, it’s hard to imagine taking a second tight end instead of a quarterback, wide receiver or defensive back with a 25-player cap.
Confidence Level: 90 percent
OL: Cameron Wire, Badara Traore, Damien Lewis, Cole Smith
Analysis: Offensive line depth and talent is a major need for these Tigers. Offensive line coach Jeff Grimes takes a lot of flack, but he has assembled a talented collection of early commitments in Cameron Wire, Badara Traore, Cole Smith and Damien Lewis early on. Traore, the No. 1 junior college tackle, and Wire, the top-ranked lineman in Louisiana, headline this group. LSU will host some other tackles in January, but this four-man haul seems to be complete.
Confidence Level: 95 percent
no QB and no joiner...things could get interesting in the next few weeks.
QB: None
Analysis: LSU needs a quarterback in its 2018 class. Elite Louisiana quarterback Justin Rogers officially visited LSU in November and while he has remained solid in his verbal to TCU, Matt Canada gave the 4-star All-American plenty of mull over leading into a Dec. 22 decision. Right now, I’d put it at a coin flip that Rogers either sticks with TCU or flips to the Tigers. If and when that ship sails, it will open the door for Alabama dual-threat quarterback James Foster to take this spot in the class. However, he has entertained other schools and has yet to visit LSU.
Confidence Level: 50 percent
RB: Chris Curry, Tae Provens, Pooka Williams
Analysis: Both Chris Curry and Tae Provens are solid in their commitments, and LSU could sign these two running backs and bolster their backfield depth in a big way. The elephant in the room remains Harold Joiner. The 4-star Alabama native named LSU as his top team, but there’s no reason why he hasn’t committed yet. Pooka Williams has been the most buzz-worthy prospect in the state with his legendary postseason performance. If he elects not to sign with Kansas on Dec. 20, it will open up the door for LSU down the stretch.
Confidence Level: 65 percent
WR: Terrace Marshall Jr., Justin Watkins, Kenan Jones, Jaray Jenkins
Analysis: Kenan Jones and Jaray Jenkins are two outstanding pieces in place at one of LSU’s most important areas in the 2018 class. Of course, Terrace Marshall Jr. is the team’s top offensive target, and the Tigers have remained in strong position for some time. After a successful official visit last month, expect the 5-star wide receiver to choose LSU on Dec. 22. The Tigers have gained a ton of momentum for one-time commit Justin Watkins, who will make a decision at the Under Armour All-America Game. He should fill the role of the slot receiver and return specialist in this class.
Confidence Level: 75 percent
TE: Zach Sheffer
Analysis: LSU landed an ideal H-back for its system during the elite high school camp in Zach Sheffer, who will be utilized in multiple positions across the offense. The Tigers may look to add one more tight end and the obvious candidate is Glenn Beal, who has been close to committing to LSU a handful of times. However, if numbers continue to grow tight, it’s hard to imagine taking a second tight end instead of a quarterback, wide receiver or defensive back with a 25-player cap.
Confidence Level: 90 percent
OL: Cameron Wire, Badara Traore, Damien Lewis, Cole Smith
Analysis: Offensive line depth and talent is a major need for these Tigers. Offensive line coach Jeff Grimes takes a lot of flack, but he has assembled a talented collection of early commitments in Cameron Wire, Badara Traore, Cole Smith and Damien Lewis early on. Traore, the No. 1 junior college tackle, and Wire, the top-ranked lineman in Louisiana, headline this group. LSU will host some other tackles in January, but this four-man haul seems to be complete.
Confidence Level: 95 percent
no QB and no joiner...things could get interesting in the next few weeks.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:20 am to tke857
I'm fine with no Joiner but we need a QB
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:21 am to tke857
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QB: None
FUG
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RB: Pooka Williams
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:32 am to tke857
I don’t think Joiner is coming here either. If he wanted to, he would already be committed. There’s a reason he wanted to go to the iron bowl instead of visit here. With that said, I’ll take pooka all day instead to join curry and provens. Follow that up with the running back class coming next year and we’ll be loaded. We need a QB in this class because you have to expect either Brennan or Narcisse to transfer if they are not playing, just the nature of the beast in college football these days.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:35 am to GeauxLSU4
I’m with you, although I’d like joiner for sure. I’m good with taking pooka. Have him put on just a little weight and see what he can do in a year or two. Or maybe he can play ST as a freshman. Kid is uber talented.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:37 am to Captain Crown
Pooka needs to stay home. I can live with no QB this year , but we need to sign 2 next year if so.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:41 am to tke857
I'm not sure we sign 3 RBs unless they are in love with #3. Look at 2019 - 3 of the top 10 in state players are RB and we have an excellent shot at Noah Cain as well. Thats 4 STUDS at RB next year.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:45 am to GeauxLSU4
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I don’t think Joiner is coming here
His Father wants him to go to Alabama
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:50 am to William G
You guys are reading to much into Joiner. He's not committed because he's waiting to a certain date, something he's been consistent saying from the start. How could you also blame a kid from Alabama for attending the Iron Bowl? Come on.
I also think he's a take over Pooka. I like Pooka, but he's a piece. Joiner has the potential to be the man.
I also think he's a take over Pooka. I like Pooka, but he's a piece. Joiner has the potential to be the man.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 11:56 am to DeafVallyBatnR
I thought bama wanted him to play defense?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:02 pm to GeauxLSU4
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There’s a reason he wanted to go to the iron bowl instead of visit here.
Because it was #1 vs. #2 between bitter rivals and arguably the best game and atmosphere all year in college football?
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:03 pm to tke857
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no QB and no joiner...things could get interesting in the next few weeks.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:04 pm to lsusportsman2
I think that's a very reasonable finish.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:28 pm to tFearIsReal
Spiegs is a simpleton and his info should not be looked at as credible info.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:32 pm to Section225
QB is still glaring.
Especially if McMillan and Narcisse bolt too.
Will be down to Brennan with Jontre Kirklin as the backup.
Especially if McMillan and Narcisse bolt too.
Will be down to Brennan with Jontre Kirklin as the backup.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:36 pm to tke857
Also, QB is a real need this year. 2019 we don't have much in the way of prospects from what I can tell.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:39 pm to Section225
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Spiegs is a simpleton and his info should not be looked at as credible info.
What part of that do you disagree with?
There are few spots, but overall, he is in agreement with most of the guys we seem high on, including the commits, obviously.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:51 pm to TheCaterpillar
No because he was supposed to come on a visit for the A&M game and backed out to go to that one iirc. It just seems like he’s waiting for an in state school to tell him what he wants to hear and he’ll sign with them.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 12:57 pm to tke857
Spiegelman has 93% CB accuracy.
Sonny & Shea average about 83%.
Sonny & Shea average about 83%.
Posted on 12/13/17 at 1:30 pm to tke857
Any truth to the speculation that Pooka won’t qualify and may be headed to JUCO first? At least we aren’t putting all our eggs in that basket in case he doesn’t end up here
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