Says this has been a recruiting period unlike he's ever been in.
Says it's not just about finding the right fit academically and schematically. It's about what the most money they can get is, and that's unfortunate.
They're excited about all their Louisiana players. They have 10 of them. Feels they did a great job of getting fit and talent in LA.
Says overall, it's the finest class he's signed.
Says Brandon Brown is a very good pass rusher who he comps to Jay'viar Suggs. Says he has a quick first step like Suggs, who's one of their best pass rushers.
Calls JT Lindsey one of the hottest players in the country, especially at RB. Says he's had an incredible year and an electric back.
Calls DJ Pickett as close to a lockdown corner as there is.
Charles Ross is going to be a difference maker in Blake Baker's defense. He has elite speed at the LB position.
Says he expects them to add some more later today.
Recruiting is no longer just about relationships. You need a collective and NIL. It's just the reality of the sport today.
"It's not longer about just your brand. It's about you ability to supplement that with dollars...If you want to be able to close some of these, you need active participation from a donor base."
Mentions Carius Curne, Zion Williams, DJ Pickett and Brett Bordelon as guys who are physically gifted enough to play next season.
They didn't have this kind of across the board commitment to the financial side of NIL until now. Says everybody is going hard. Mid Majors are getting in the mix for some of the top names instead of just Big 10 or ACC.
Says they will welcome at least 25 freshman, maybe as many as 27. They're at 22 signees right now, 23 if Thomas flips. They have their eyes on at least two more. Might not come today though.
Says with 25 freshman, they have room for 12 transfers.
