2013 Gator Class #1: RB Adam Lane of Winter Haven HS, Winter Haven FL

[apkguitar1991]

RB Adam Lane 5-9 205 ****
Winter Haven High School
Winter Haven, Florida
1.21.2012 Commitment
2.6.2013 Signed Letter of Intent

http://www.theledger.com/article/20130206/NEWS/130209537

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[SUGator51]

Maurice Jones-Drew clone.

[LimeyGator]

Mike Davis who? ;)

This kid is the RB I wanted the most from what I've researched next year. Sure, Taylor is an obvious one, Bryant etc. But this guy is a superb way to open the class!

Welcome Adam!!

[luciaboy]

have we ever had a little bowling ball rb like him? maybe graham?

[twodaparty]

Awesome! Was this expected? Film? What's he rated right now? We need some studs for the 2013 class at rb

[Jaggator]

See article & video...

http://www.onlygators.com/

[bigkid62]

AS... Is this another piece? 2 pieces 1 to go? Or is this a surprise?

[apkguitar1991]

Awesome! Was this expected? Film? What's he rated right now? We need some studs for the 2013 class at rb

He'll probably start out rated pretty low since he missed his entire junior season with an injury.

[otdawg21]

I hope this is not the surprise.....

[StrangeGator]

have we ever had a little bowling ball rb like him? maybe graham?

Except he's a bowling ball that runs 10.7-10.8 100m. Graham was kind of slow.

[G8RNTN]

Freakin sweet!!!!! I think this staff will be turn out some nfl players for a while.... We just have to be patient.

[LimeyGator]

Awesome! Was this expected? Film? What's he rated right now? We need some studs for the 2013 class at rb

Don't think they are graded at this time are they?

But the numbers I found are: 5' 7'', 207lbs, 4.48 for 40.

What's not to like about that?!

[tec68]

Hopefully he can come back strong from that injury, I'd love to get Kelvin Taylor in the house too for competition/insurance reasons.

[LimeyGator]

I hope this is not the surprise.....

Huh?

[GATORAZ]

1 down two more to go for RB position. Hopefully one of them is Greg Bryant

[SUGator51]

Don't think they are graded at this time are they?

But the numbers I found are: 5' 7'', 207lbs, 4.48 for 40.

What's not to like about that?!

Check out what he lifts too.

Only concern is he broke his leg last year, and he's fully healed from that.

[Dreamliner]

In the video is running by people who have angles on him.

[LimeyGator]

Check out what he lifts too.

Only concern is he broke his leg last year, and he's fully healed from that.

I take it you're a fan of this then, SU? ;)

Presumably this is a banner acquisition for the 2013 class to get things going too, huh?

[Jaggator]

Adam's not small, he's short. I like how those short guys like Maurice Jones Drew can get lost coming across the line of scrimmage behind those big ugly lineman blocking and the next thing you know when the defense finds them, they're at least 5 yards down the field.

[twodaparty]

[QUOTI thinkE="SUGator51"]

Check out what he lifts too.

Only concern is he broke his leg last year, and he's fully healed from that.[/QUOTE]

I actually think a bruiser like they having one less season of mileage on him is not a bad thing. I'm not concerned at all about him missing his junior season.

[StrangeGator]

One of the best parts of this is that other RBs who are considering being a part of this class can not afford to screw around with the coaches. We will take one or two more. Don't know how the ratings will come out for him, but he was looking like one of our top three picks, along with Bryant and Taylor. I think he's the fastest guy on our board, assume he regains all his speed. It was not a ligament injury, so I assume he will have a full recovery.

[otdawg21]

By my post I meant... I was kinda thinking the surprise would be a commit for this class! I'm very excited about Lane though

[villegator95]

Yes! Welcome Adam! Now, go get one of Taylor, Bryant, or Henry and we'll be set!

This is huge.

[Jaggator]

http://www.gatorcountry.com/images/uploads/footballrecruiting/LaneAdam_111021_0311_TriciaJohns.jpg

[StrangeGator]

I think we take three in this class after getting only one for 2012. I'd love to get two out of Bryant, Taylor and Henry. Taurean Folston is another good prospect in-state. There are also some very good out of state RBs interested in UF.

[twodaparty]

Let's get the number one ranked running back class for 2013! Are we thinking 3 backs for the class?

[Jaggator]

On Adam Lane

"Talented RB prospect who ran for 1,000 yards on just 80 carries as a sophomore in 2010. His brother (DJ Jefferson) plays at Rutgers."

Wow! That is 12.5 yards per carry. That must be higher yardage per carry than any running back in the country, and that was only his sophomore year.

[StrangeGator]

Don't think they are graded at this time are they?

But the numbers I found are: 5' 7'', 207lbs, 4.48 for 40.

What's not to like about that?!

Scout has him a little taller and faster, 5'9", 205, 4.4. He is a big time sprinter.

[LimeyGator]

If we get another big time name at RB, I'd not be averse to a 3rd but I'd rather take a sleeper. 3 big names is a recipe for disaster...

[atlantagator86]

Holy crap! This kid looks like he built like an NFL RB as a junior!

http://l.yimg.com/a/p/sp/r/8d/8d90618987e8f6251e251f3674b25a9e/232838.jpg

[villegator95]

If we get another big time name at RB, I'd not be averse to a 3rd but I'd rather take a sleeper. 3 big names is a recipe for disaster...

I'm thinking the same thing. Get two studs and maybe take an under the radar kind of guy if need be.

[Jaggator]

Something has to give...If 2 or 3 of these other verbals come through before Taylor, UF might have to pass on him.

Gators are also recruiting other RB's in Florida. Greg Bryant (Delray Beach, Fla./American Heritage), Ryan Green (St. Petersburg, Fla./St. Pete Catholic), Kelvin Taylor (Belle Glades, Fla./Glades Day) and Tarean Folston (Cocoa, Fla./Cocoa).

[Nicho]

I was relieved to see that the injury was a fib fracture. No long-term implications for that one.

[bantab]

Check out what he lifts too.

Tried looking it up, but to no avail. Do you recall ballpark numbers?

[gatordude15]

Just my opinion but i am thinking that we take 2 more RB's. Lane, Bryant, and Taylor. Should be a heck of a skill position class for UF with the WRs coming out of FL next year too.

[chris28]

It was his fibula, not a rib fracture .

[Dreamliner]

Are you sure it wasn't his ribula ? There are a lot of freaking bones in the body.

[LimeyGator]

Tried looking it up, but to no avail. Do you recall ballpark numbers?

I believe it was 2700lbs and the entire spirits of a temporarily deflated Gator Nation ;)

Just my opinion but i am thinking that we take 2 more RB's. Lane, Bryant, and Taylor. Should be a heck of a skill position class for UF with the WRs coming out of FL next year too.

Cannot see that happening!

[bantab]

I was relieved to see that the injury was a fib fracture. No long-term implications for that one.

It was his fibula, not a rib fracture .

It's like a game of telephone up in here.

[atlantagator86]

I was relieved to see that the injury was a fib fracture. No long-term implications for that one.

Huh?! He broke his fibula. Notice the crutches.

[DoctorGator]

That's what I'm talkin' 'bout!!!!

[LeyGator]

This kid will be a freaking BEAST once he gets stronger legs.

[blackcell]

Huh?! He broke his fibula. Notice the crutches.

I think he's abbreviating fibula with fib

[LimeyGator]

Tried looking it up, but to no avail. Do you recall ballpark numbers?

Hmm!

Derek Tyson @DerekTysonESPN 2m
Lane is a big pick up for the #Gators. Don't let his 5-foot-7 height fool you, he packs a punch. He can bench press 415lbs.

[gatorr4life]

I hope we get Taylor too. Great pickup.

[gatordude15]

Limey: Do you think that's just too many big name recruits in the same class at the same position. They would all want to play and not compete for a few touches a game? I could see that, i just feel/hope that we get those three and we could certainly use the depth at that position, giving that we will only sign one this year.

[LimeyGator]

Limey: Do you think that's just too many big name recruits in the same class at the same position. They would all want to play and not compete for a few touches a game? I could see that, i just feel/hope that we get those three and we could certainly use the depth at that position, giving that we will only sign one this year.

That's it in a nutshell - too much quality to split the limelight 3 ways even with a thin depth chart going into next year.

Let's not forget Mr Jones arriving this year could be a feature back too.

Wouldn't it be something for him and Lane to be our own version of McFadden/Jones? :) Not saying that's what will happen of course...

[jugheadmd23]

He can bench press 415lbs.

[Nicho]

I think he's abbreviating fibula with fib

Jeezus, I can't believe it took half the thread to figure this out. "Fib" is a common abbreviation of "fibula."

[LimeyGator]

Jeezus, I can't believe it took half the thread to figure this out. "Fib" is a common abbreviation of "fibula."

No way! That's a lie :)

[bantab]

Jeezus, I can't believe it took half the thread to figure this out. "Fib" is a common abbreviation of "fibula."

I don't think Lane was fibbing about the fracture. I'd like to see your sources. :wink:

[deviation]

Not a bad lift, but who cares about his bench. He is a RB. What are his other lifts.

Power clean, squat and ect. Not a bad 40 time though.

[rjp4u]

It's a long way to 2013 signing day for RB's. Last year at this time we were all excited about Mike Davis committing. Now see where we are. This year's RB chase will be filled with many twists and turns for all gator recruitnicks. Henry, Bryant, Taylor, Allen. Before this thing is over it is going to be a soap opera my friends. Be excited about Lane, yes. I think he'll stick. Seems like a fine young man and great talent. But there is a lot of activity to happen yet. Should be both fun and gut-wrenching. The good thing is this: There are only two RB slots left and we have many candidates interested. I bet there is some angst in the recruiting world tonight in the hearts of wanna-be gator running backs who want to play the visit game. They better let their intentions be known quickly or the RB train will soon be leaving the station...without them. Coach Muschamp probably is determined not to have another Davis drama. Lay the ego down and commit young man. You may not have another shot...Just my two cents.

[demosthenes]

There's an interview with his parents saying they are close, will make the decision together, and want to go to his games. His Mom was also decked out in a Gator shirt and hat.

I think he sticks.

[PoloGator1074]

With his injury issue maybe Lane is the sleeper back, and we get Henry and Kelvin Taylor or Ryan Green (I absolutely love this kid over any else) but I will wait to see it unfold.

[Gatorphenom]

Muschamp Doubters looking foolish

[DieAGator]

Great pickup. Any problem for him to add 15lbs on that frame? He looks like he's already stocked-up. As for taking three, perhaps two power backs and a kind of H back-Percy Harvin type if Pease is known to utilize that skill set.

[villegator95]

Here are some quick highlights from his limited time in his junior year. I had no idea that he had played at all this year. :no:

But anyways, here ya go! I'm pumped about Adam!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzgYzCGEiIo

:grin: :angel:

Edit: not his junior year, video is a bit misleading. SOPH highlights.

[apkguitar1991]

Those are sophomore highlights.

[trufloridagator]

Not a bad lift, but who cares about his bench. He is a RB. What are his other lifts.

Power clean, squat and ect. Not a bad 40 time though.

I agree although thats a sick bench for his height.

[G8torsRUL]

Here are some quick highlights from his limited time in his junior year. I had no idea that he had played at all this year. :no:

But anyways, here ya go! I'm pumped about Adam!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzgYzCGEiIo

:grin: :angel:


SOPH highlights.

[villegator95]

Thanks guys, I edited my post.

[No1GatorFreak]

Don't read "too much" into his bench although it is impressive. But, when he is that short he also has shorter arms which make for a shorter distance for him to lift the weights away from his chest.

[StrangeGator]

Not a bad lift, but who cares about his bench. He is a RB. What are his other lifts.

Power clean, squat and ect. Not a bad 40 time though.

If he had a broken fibula, I doubt he's been doing too much with his power clean or squat.

[Dreamliner]

Don't read "too much" into his bench although it is impressive. But, when he is that short he also has shorter arms which make for a shorter distance for him to lift the weights away from his chest.

Impressive nonetheless. If legit, he'll step on campus with one of the biggest bench presses on the team, bench press being much exaggerated generally.

[Nicho]

Don't read "too much" into his bench although it is impressive. But, when he is that short he also has shorter arms which make for a shorter distance for him to lift the weights away from his chest.

True, but he's also much, much lighter than 95% of the guys in the 400+ club. And therefore has less muscle mass to lift the weight. So the two factors basically offset one another. The bottom line is, anybody of any size that can push that kind of weight in HS is a beast.

[StrangeGator]

It's a long way to 2013 signing day for RB's. Last year at this time we were all excited about Mike Davis committing. Now see where we are. This year's RB chase will be filled with many twists and turns for all gator recruitnicks. Henry, Bryant, Taylor, Allen. Before this thing is over it is going to be a soap opera my friends. Be excited about Lane, yes. I think he'll stick. Seems like a fine young man and great talent. But there is a lot of activity to happen yet. Should be both fun and gut-wrenching. The good thing is this: There are only two RB slots left and we have many candidates interested. I bet there is some angst in the recruiting world tonight in the hearts of wanna-be gator running backs who want to play the visit game. They better let their intentions be known quickly or the RB train will soon be leaving the station...without them. Coach Muschamp probably is determined not to have another Davis drama. Lay the ego down and commit young man. You may not have another shot...Just my two cents.

Read the thread Leaf started about players decommitting. It's not really that frequent, only 14% of all players change their commitment. And FYI, Davis did not commit quite this early. Matt Jones was the first and he committed exactly one year ago. Rumor have been going around since this summer that Lane was leaning to UF. Davis was a decommitment waiting to happen.

[Nicho]

Ciatrick Fason committed to UF about this time of year in his recruiting cycle, and he worked out alright.

[StrangeGator]

Ciatrick Fason committed to UF about this time of year in his recruiting cycle, and he worked out alright.

C4 committed the day after NSD, which turned into great momentum going into the next class. Lane might be one of those kids that wants to come in early and help the coaches recruit other players.

[finorman]

Is his style similar to Fred Taylor?

[madgator]

I watched some clips and I must say that I was very impressed.

The aspect that I was most impressed is his lateral and cut quickness. He goes from stop to full speed very quickly off his cuts which are ultra quick

I like what I see in his clips better than Mike Davis. Bigger and IMHO quicker. A big time signing!!!

exciting stuff!!!!

[percyharvey]

It looks like next year's class is off to a great start.

[StrangeGator]

He doesn't play like he weighs 205. Runs more like a 185 pounder. Very, very quick and shifty. I don't think we need small back in this class.

[Nicho]

C4 committed the day after NSD, which turned into great momentum going into the next class. Lane might be one of those kids that wants to come in early and help the coaches recruit other players.

Yep, I didn't remember the exact timing of it, but he was far and away the earliest commitment in his class. And as you said, he turned out to be a linchpin.

[Jaggator]

http://www.gatorcountry.com/images/uploads/footballrecruiting/LaneAdam_111021_0314_TriciaJohns.jpg

[StrangeGator]

Is his style similar to Fred Taylor?

Based on those video clips, not at all. He's much shiftier and appears to be quicker. Fred was more of a north and south glider. He had longer strides and utilized his power more.

[Dreamliner]

For all his explosive athleticism, Fred Taylor took forever to blossom as a big-time runner. Recall that it was the next-to-the-last game of his last season when he finally broke a long run.

Then he goes on to dominate in the NFL.

[Blake1288]

Adam says ankle is fine. If Winter Haven had them they would have been state champions this season.

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/29657/lane-picks-florida-over-alabama/?tc=ar

[JustinWells]

Is his style similar to Fred Taylor?

I'd liken him to another 5-7 back who has been tearing it up in recent years in the state of FL...MJD.

[rjp4u]

Strange,
Please note that in my article I did say I thought Lane would stick. Not trying to be negative. Very excited about the commit of Lane. I just remember how excited I was to have Davis commit. He reminds me of Emmitt! I just know these things are roller coasters, that's all. Don't want to dampen the enthusiasm. Always enjoy your posts.

[pcolafan]

Looks like he makes quick decisions to work north/south and make positive gains.

[deviation]

If he had a broken fibula, I doubt he's been doing too much with his power clean or squat.

Well duh, i was talking before the injury. Should be interesting to see how his sr season folds out.

[gatorjlm]

Are you sure it wasn't his ribula ? There are a lot of freaking bones in the body.

:grin:

[ofmgator]

A long time for other teams to snipe him.

[LeafUF]

A long time for other teams to snipe him.

86% of the time top 100 recruits stick to their original commitment. Don't get too caught up in the very few guys who change their mind. The ones who do have a higher likelihood of being academic casualties or transferring during their careers.

[Bladerunner]

Night train lane

[Nicho]

How about Mac-adam Lane... trying to tackle the guy is like hitting pavement.

[GatorSam]

I don't really see the whole bruising, power back thing with this kid when I watch the film. Also, 5'7 is giving away a lot of height.

[StrangeGator]

I don't really see the whole bruising, power back thing with this kid when I watch the film. Also, 5'7 is giving away a lot of height.

I doubt he was 205 pounds in those clips. The height doesn't bother me. He's already heavier than any RB on UF's roster and he's probably still growing. He'll be 5'9".

[GatorSam]

I doubt he was 205 pounds in those clips. The height doesn't bother me. He's already heavier than any RB on UF's roster and he's probably still growing. He'll be 5'9".

Good point. Let's hope he turns out to be a stud.

[villegator95]

Adam being short shouldn't bother anybody. Lower center of gravity, and much harder to tackle since he can get lower than practically everybody on the field. Just look at Ray Rice and Maurice Jones-Drew.

[bantab]

Adam being short shouldn't bother anybody. Lower center of gravity, and much harder to tackle since he can get lower than practically everybody on the field. Just look at Ray Rice and Maurice Jones-Drew.

Yeah, short is only a problem when you can't pack muscle on the frame, which is obviously not a problem for Lane.

[rburnett]

Not a bad lift, but who cares about his bench. He is a RB. What are his other lifts.

Power clean, squat and ect. Not a bad 40 time though.

He can run a 4.4 on his hands.. baller

[g8r925]

Adam Lane is a huge start for the next class, he will be something special. He reminds me of a Ray Rice type runner, him being short is not at all a disadvantage. He may be able to put on about 15 more lbs of muscle. His build is very good for a dynamic runner up the gut of a defense. This kid has been ready to be a Gator for along time and mom and pops are on board as well. Lane will be a key to the success to this class. I think Lane committing will force some of the other Rb's in this class that want to be Gators to pull the trigger and commit to lock up there spot. I think Muschamp was fired up after the Davis fiasco. He likes to lock up the primary players at Skill positions early on in the process like they did at Texas.

[chris28]

does he have a twin brother named A.J Lane? and if so are we after him

[LimeyGator]

Saw some twitter chatter about Lane recruiting Ryan Green. That would be a great combination.

[StrangeGator]

Saw some twitter chatter about Lane recruiting Ryan Green. That would be a great combination.

I saw that too. Don't know anything about Green, but I like the confidence Lane has in himself and the willingness to start helping the program so soon after his commitment.

[Dreamliner]

Offhand, I'd venture that being short is GENERALLY an advantage for a RB. I thought I read somewhere that the average height of an NFL RB is 5-9.

[thedyc09]

Offhand, I'd venture that being short is GENERALLY an advantage for a RB. I thought I read somewhere that the average height of an NFL RB is 5-9.

Anywhere from 5'8" to 5'11" is pretty much standard. Anyone taller than six feet is going to have difficulty getting to an ideal low pad level, meaning they'll run more upright and take more and harder hits, it's also more likely that they'll have the ball stripped.

That's not to say that tall runners can't exist in the NFL. AD Peterson is 6'1" 220 and I think we can all agree that he's pretty good. But he does run more upright than most other NFL backs, has had his problems with fumbling, and has been more and more nicked up the past few years.

[LeafUF]

That's not to say that tall runners can't exist in the NFL. AD Peterson is 6'1" 220 and I think we can all agree that he's pretty good. But he does run more upright than most other NFL backs, has had his problems with fumbling, and has been more and more nicked up the past few years.

I don't think the fumbling issue had anything to do with his height and he was not all that nicked up until this year when he got injured and should have been shut down.

[thedyc09]

I don't think the fumbling issue had anything to do with his height and he was not all that nicked up until this year when we got injured and should have been shut down.

I thought he had had a nagging ankle injury either last year (2010) or the year before. The knee injury this year was definitely a function of playing while hurt as opposed to running style.

[LeafUF]

I think the ankle was just this year which led to the knee. I dont remember him missing time the previous year. But, my mind could be protecting myself from those awful memories of Favre year 2.

[thedyc09]

I think the ankle was just this year which led to the knee. I dont remember him missing time the previous year. But, my mind could be protecting myself from those awful memories of Favre year 2.

He got injured against the Redskins last year in Week 12 (only had 1 carry) and they ended up sitting him Week 15 against the Bears. It was a right ankle injury. He was pretty ineffective from Week 12 on (34 yards against the Redskins, 26 against the Giants, 31 against the Lions) not counting a 100 yard day against Buffalo. So yeah, you're probably just blocking that out.

[LeafUF]

Oh yeah, I had already checked out on the season by then. It was rough, either way, I dont think his height has really been the cause of any injuries or issues and he is certainly one of the top guys in the league.

Back to the topic though, it is rare for taller RBs to succeed, AD is one of the exceptions.

[RayGator]

Monday 1.23.2012 Lakeland Ledger

Winter Haven's Lane Commits to Florida

"Among all his choices, national champions Alabama being one of them, Lane went with the University of Florida. He was also being recruited by South Florida, Rutgers, South Carolina and Florida State."

On Saturday, the rising senior committed to play of the Gators in 2013. He is the first recruit to commit from that class."

"Another thing I liked about the Gators is having that behind your name and on your degree."

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/29657/lane-picks-florida-over-alabama/

A very good article on the Gators' first commitment of 2013. And from Polk County, Florida. :)

[wingtee]

Adam Lane is a huge start for the next class, he will be something special. He reminds me of a Ray Rice type runner, him being short is not at all a disadvantage. He may be able to put on about 15 more lbs of muscle. His build is very good for a dynamic runner up the gut of a defense. This kid has been ready to be a Gator for along time and mom and pops are on board as well. Lane will be a key to the success to this class. I think Lane committing will force some of the other Rb's in this class that want to be Gators to pull the trigger and commit to lock up there spot. I think Muschamp was fired up after the Davis fiasco. He likes to lock up the primary players at Skill positions early on in the process like they did at Texas.

Lane is not even close to Ray Rice. The tape I looked at was , I think average at best. We must go after more than Lane. Just did not have that wow factor I wanted to see. Of course nither did Emmit. Sure hope I am very wrong here.

[percyharvey]

Lane is not even close to Ray Rice. The tape I looked at was , I think average at best. We must go after more than Lane. Just did not have that wow factor I wanted to see. Of course nither did Emmit. Sure hope I am very wrong here.

Yes, but those were his Sophomore year highlights. Before his broke his leg during his Jr year, he ran for 300+ yards and 5 TDs. He isn't getting a whole lot of fanfare because he didn't play his junior year, which didn't allow the recruiting services to rank him.

[villegator95]

Lane is not even close to Ray Rice. The tape I looked at was , I think average at best. We must go after more than Lane. Just did not have that wow factor I wanted to see. Of course nither did Emmit. Sure hope I am very wrong here.

Take another look at the highlights.

[wingtee]

Take another look at the highlights.

PLease be aware of the opposition. Some of those defenses were not as strong as the one in Orange and Black. Which of course is LAkeland High. Whatever there just was not a wow factor. Like I said maybe this year there will be. Hope so dude.. Go Gators

[RayGator]

Go Gators!

[Dreamliner]

With 10.6 speed and a 415 lb bench press ... I'm not altogether sure that the level of competition should be considered a liability.

[UFreak]

Lane is not even close to Ray Rice. The tape I looked at was , I think average at best. We must go after more than Lane. Just did not have that wow factor I wanted to see. Of course nither did Emmit. Sure hope I am very wrong here.

Dude you lost ALL credibility by saying Emmitt's high school high lights did not wow you. Not sure how you got your hands on them. But you have zero clue if E. Smith did not look good to you as a high school player. He was amazing in high school and made highlight real plays every game he played.

[gatorbait5]

RB commit Adam Lane finished second in the state today as a junior! He bench pressed 415 and clean and jerked 310. He officially weighed in at 214 lbs. This kid is gonna be a beast along with taylor in the backfield.

[GATORAZ]

here is him lifting 405 and 410 at his school


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=X7TCykMYXAM




he has been running some 100 meter times between 11 and 11.3

[Chosen12395]

One strong kid...glad he is a Gator!

[Dreamliner]

With him and Joyer and Taylor we may wind up with the strongest backfield in college football.

[Tebowism0823]

With him and Joyer and Taylor we may wind up with the strongest backfield in college football.

Imagine if tebow was still qb

[Gatorallstar1012]

Beast, and there is a pic of him doing the chomp while he is on the podium

[DieAGator]

Imagine if tebow was still qb

They would run dive plays.

[trustamerica]

Kinetic Energy! Hey smart guy calculate performance with his speed strength size vs stopping force?
He gets line blocking openings watch it LB CB & S . Truly a Emmitt Smith r better?
Heisman Candidate r Taylor r both?

[theghost]

Wow! That's impressive! At his height, it would be great if he was a similar runner as Jones-Drew. Can't wait to see him carry the ball...

[Bullis33]

Or Ray Rice...either will work...

Wow! That's impressive! At his height, it would be great if he was a similar runner as Jones-Drew. Can't wait to see him carry the ball...

[theghost]

Or Ray Rice...either will work...

Bullis, I won't argue with you! That size back has GOT to be difficult to bring down. I imagine he's pretty tough and pounding the LB's always pays off!!

[StrangeGator]

I wonder if we won't encourage him to take off some weight. He was able to run under 11 seconds before his injury. I think he weighed just a little over 200 back then.

[The_Graygator]

We've been needing one of those powerful bulls at RB.

Think the coaches have probably got a good one in this kid.

[g8r925]

I think his speed will come back, even at his current weight, he just needs to get back in the groove of playing on a consistent basis. One thing is for sure, that kid is a ball of muscle.

[Dreamliner]

Significantly stronger than Trent Richardson at a similar stage.

[deviation]

Significantly stronger than Trent Richardson at a similar stage.

I wouldn't use the word significantly but he does edge out Trent at that stage. With all the training methods, techniques and ect. it isn't that hard to really improve your bench.

I was running a log on the health forum for awhile. Took me about i think 5 months to go from 225 to 315 on the bench. Then i began to cut. If i kept on bulking i think i could of got to 415 1rm in i'd say the next 6 to 8 months. I'm also 30 lbs lighter than he is.

Not trying to take away anything from Adam, very impressive for a guy at his age and size. But i believe as time goes on you'll see more and more guys like this. All it takes is good nutrition and proper training and of course the will and determination to reach that goal.

Just think about when he comes to UF and gets under a even better training and conditioning program. He will become even stronger and better. If he continues to grow and improve. I could see him getting 30+ reps @ 225 at the combine.

[Dreamliner]

I was going by the youtube comment which has Lane bench pressing sixty pounds more as a junior than Richardson managed as a senior.

[deep_threat]

He weighed in at 216 at the NFTC today. Derek Tyson said he looked really quick. I'm glad he is impressing... should almost certainly get that 4th star when they update the ratings. And he should shoot even higher when football actually starts.

[StrangeGator]

He ran a 4.7 40 at a combine back in February, but all the times were slow that day.

[grant1]

I thought it was interesting that 2013 commitment, Adam Lane, has a very similar body type as Doug Martin possess. The interesting part is that Pease called the plays for Martin, so this may provide Pease some insight on how to best use Lane later on. Not saying that Lane=Martin, just noting the common links.

[DieAGator]

AL's RB body type- short, strong, stout. Was there anything special about the way Peace called plays for Doug Martin?

[grant1]

AL's RB body type- short, strong, stout. Was there anything special about the way Peace called plays for Doug Martin?

No idea. Looking at the UGA stats, Martin did not have a great game, but did well enough to keep the D honest.

[DMann]

Lane reminds me of Trent Richardson when Trent was in HS. Not so much by his stat's but by his freaky strength and the fact that both are work out warriors.

[holloffamer]

I'm excited for Adam Lane! :)

[DieAGator]

I'm excited for Adam Lane! :)

Hope he has a great, safe SR season.

[gatorbait5]

Adam Lane scored 5TDs tonight in his spring jamboree where he played two different schools for a half each. In the first game he had 8 rushes for 80 yards and two TDs, one from 4 yards and one from 37 yards. The second game Lane had 3 rushing touchdowns from 65 20 and 30. Hes gonna kill it at UF if he stays healthy!!!

[gators4life]

Yea saw that earlier. Sounds like he was hitting the hole hard and running away from the defense. Can't wait to see him in OB.

[FloridaxGators1]

Adam Lane and Kelvin Taylor = MONSTERS!!!!!

[DieAGator]

And he plays against solid competition?

Stay healthy big man.

[elrongator]

Way to go Adam!!!

[lurkingator1]

Adam Lane and Kelvin Taylor = MONSTERS!!!!!

plus 1 :joecool:

[The_Brotherhood]

Was at the game last night and Adam Lane is everything he is advertised. 15 carries, 214yards and 5 TD's. Not a bad first game back after missing all of last season due to injury. It is going to be great watching this young man play in The Swamp.

[gatorbait5]

In two spring games, this year and last years, he had a total of over 500 yards and 10 TDs. Thats crazy!

[FloridaxGators1]

I swear... 2013 will be a good year for us....

[DieAGator]

Maybe it will turn out he's only at 80%.

[TheGr8rGator]

Lookin' good.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz3nrqfiHB4&feature=youtu.be

[UTGator]

I would like to see him punish some people at his size and strength.

[FloridaxGators1]

Adam will reach 4 star status... Bank on that...

[UFreak]

Dang!
He does not look slow in those highlights. He is running away from DBs in a couple of those long runs.

I like what I see, a lot.

[Gatorallstar1012]

Beast, i love how the coaching staff never gave up on this kid and stood by him.

[deep_threat]

MONSTER

[Chosen12395]

A straight BEAST! Love how this kid runs

[StrangeGator]

Definitely not worried about his speed any more. He's a great prospect. Very different from Taylor, even though they're nearly the same size.

[iceman44]

I don't know how close to the same size they are. Taylor is 5'10"-5'11" 205. Lane is 5'8" 215. IMHO, that's pretty different in size. Plus, Lane is a beast in strength, putting up 415 in the state weightlifting competition. He is a much different back than Kelvin.

[The_Graygator]

Adam Lane scored 5TDs tonight in his spring jamboree where he played two different schools for a half each. In the first game he had 8 rushes for 80 yards and two TDs, one from 4 yards and one from 37 yards. The second game Lane had 3 rushing touchdowns from 65 20 and 30. Hes gonna kill it at UF if he stays healthy!!!

He only averaged 10 ypc in the first half? That's all?! Pffft! :wink:

[deep_threat]

I don't know how close to the same size they are. Taylor is 5'10"-5'11" 205. Lane is 5'8" 215. IMHO, that's pretty different in size. Plus, Lane is a beast in strength, putting up 415 in the state weightlifting competition. He is a much different back than Kelvin.

I thought Taylor weighed in at 216 at a combine?

[Ahab]

Great looking RB. Love the way he hits the hole and sets up guys.

[atlantagator86]

Nice to see a back with that kind of strength have that kind of speed to run away from DBs.

Anyone know if Taylor or Lane do much pass blocking? There are lots of kids who can run and put up lots of yardage and TDs in HS, but what usually keeps them from being successful in college is their blocking ability.

Both are built like guys who could be good blockers but I am curious if anyone knows how advanced either of these guys are in blocking at this point.

[deep_threat]

Nice to see a back with that kind of strength have that kind of speed to run away from DBs.

Anyone know if Taylor or Lane do much pass blocking? There are lots of kids who can run and put up lots of yardage and TDs in HS, but what usually keeps them from being successful in college is their blocking ability.

Both are built like guys who could be good blockers but I am curious if anyone knows how advanced either of these guys are in blocking at this point.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITlotS525QU
its a camp simulation but you get the point

[The_Graygator]

Taylor has a wicked first step. Perhaps not Percy Harvin fast, but it's still wicked quick.

[StrangeGator]

Taylor has a wicked first step. Perhaps not Percy Harvin fast, but it's still wicked quick.

That and he's already got his shoulders out in front of him. He's quick, decisive and strong. Hits the hole with authority.

[Dreamliner]

Taylor has a wicked first step. Perhaps not Percy Harvin fast, but it's still wicked quick.

I submit that a wicked first step is all that is needed to amass thousands of career rushing yards. The rest is gravy.

[The_Graygator]

With the big backs we'll have in Brown, Jones, Taylor, and Lane in 2013, it makes you feel real good about our backfield. :wink:

[prodigybeau]

Adam just got his 4th star

[g8r925]

I think with the way that Lane is built, and his running style, its going to be a hand full to deal with.

[StrangeGator]

Adam just got his 4th star

So he's even heavier now.

If he keeps running like he did in this video, he may have to lug a fifth star around.

[tec68]

I don't know how close to the same size they are. Taylor is 5'10"-5'11" 205. Lane is 5'8" 215. IMHO, that's pretty different in size. Plus, Lane is a beast in strength, putting up 415 in the state weightlifting competition. He is a much different back than Kelvin.

Kelvin weighed 216 about 3 weeks ago.

[Gator2dacore]

That video above made me smile

[FloridaxGators1]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qr_72lQyDY&feature=g-all-lik

Look at this guy work out!

[UFreak]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qr_72lQyDY&feature=g-all-lik

Look at this guy work out!

Very cool kid. That was fun to watch.

[atlantagator86]

I really like Lane's attitude. Doesn't seem too full of himself and appears to be a very hard worker.

[RayGator]

Thursday 8.23.12 Lakeland Ledger
Hasani Harper

Super 16:
Lane Returns From Injury At Full Speed For Winter Haven

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/36668/lane-returns-from-injury-at-full-speed-for-w-haven/

www.theledger.com/sports

www.polkpreps.com

http://polkpreps.com/news/

[gator7_5]

Lane and Taylor combo will punish opponents.

[g8r925]

Yep those two will bring the pain.

[FloridaxGators1]

Lane will bulldoze over you while kelvin will juke you outta your jockstrap! I cannot wait for this combo!!!

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S III using Gator Country

[StrangeGator]

Lane will bulldoze over you while kelvin will juke you outta your jockstrap! I cannot wait for this combo!!!

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S III using Gator Country

I'm hoping Lane gets to where he can run away from people. He was very fast before his injury.

[UFreak]

I'm hoping Lane gets to where he can run away from people. He was very fast before his injury.

Check out the YouTube video of him from this past spring's jamboree. He was definitely running away from people in that showcase ... A lot!

[StrangeGator]

Check out the YouTube video of him from this past spring's jamboree. He was definitely running away from people in that showcase ... A lot!

I saw that. Don't know how fast those other guys are, but he scooted past them. Loved the clips of him from his sophomore year. Can't wait to see what he does this season.

[GATORAZ]

he is not some speed demon but he is a big time football player. Expect UF to take Gainesville's Tony James in the 2014 class as the speed back in the class.

[gatordee]

Lane and Taylor combo will punish opponents.

I agree. Two styles we have been in need of in order to compete in the SEC. It will be awesome to have a back like Lane to help wear down the D. We are looking VERY good at the rb situation for the next few years. We have not had a player that can ground and pound since TT.

[GATORAZ]

Lane had 85 yards on 15 carries this weekend
Taylor had 152 yards on 25 carries

[The_Graygator]

Lane just looks more and more like a college sophomore Trent Richardson as he gets bigger and more physical.

[StrangeGator]

Lane had 85 yards on 15 carries this weekend
Taylor had 152 yards on 25 carries

How many yards does Taylor need to break the record?

[Gator4Christ]

Lane, Taylor, and Jones is a nice trio to have, especially if Jones gets the carries that it looks he'll get this year. Looks good for the years to come at the position.

[axer13]

Do Lane and Taylor catch many passes in high school or are they primarily get their touches from handoffs?

[Juggernautz]

I'm hoping Lane gets to where he can run away from people. He was very fast before his injury.

:nervous smile:

[RayGator]

Thursday, September 20, 2012

7:00 P.M. from Denison Stadium, 400 Avenue A S.E. in Winter Haven, Florida 33880 on Bright House Cable TV Ch. 47, Ch. 1147 HD, Radio WWAB 1330-AM.

Florida High School Class 6A, District 10

The Kathleen Red Devils (2-1)
VS.
The Winter Haven Blue Devils (3-0)

Weather Forecast at Kickoff
Temps in the Low 80s and Mostly Cloudy. 40% Rain Chance. Winds WNW 2-4 mph.

Kathleen Coach, Irving Strickland
VS.
Winter Haven Coach, Charlie Tate

Red Devil QB A'Treyu Farrior
VS.
Blue Devil QB Luke Borders

Game Preview
http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/37698/prep-football-spotlight-shines-bright-winter-haven-kathleen/

Gator Recruit #1, RB Adam Lane of Winter Haven, in tonight's game!

www.polkpreps.com

www.theledger.com/sports

[RayGator]

7:00 P.M. Thursday, September 20, 2012

RB Adam Lane should be on TV tonight as Winter Haven High School plays Kathleen High School.

For more info on the game.

http://www.gatorcountry.com/swampgas/showthread.php?t=240389

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/37698/prep-football-spotlight-shines-bright-winter-haven-kathleen/

www.polkpreps.com

www.theledger.com/sports

[Itssaul]

Any live stream?

[RayGator]

Halftime

Red Devils 0

Blue Devils 20

Lane has been averaging 13 yards per carry. 80 yard TD run.

[RayGator]

3rd Qtr 9:57

Red Devils 7

Blue Devils 20

[RayGator]

3rd Qtr 7:13

Red Devils 14

Blue Devils 20

[Pieisyummy]

man those devils sure are a team i tell ya hwhat

[RayGator]

3rd Qtr 1:13

Red Devils 21

Blue Devils 20

[RayGator]

4th Qtr 8:40

Red Devils 21

Blue Devils 27

Lane gets WH back on top. :)

[sbcg8r]

Nice comeback. Hope Lane can finish.

[RayGator]

Starting to rain pretty hard! Affecting the play. Fumbles.

[RayGator]

WH fumbles! Kathleen gets the ball with 1:32 left.

[RayGator]

Final

Kathleen Red Devils 21

Winter Haven Blue Devils 27

Lane received "Player of the Game" award. Had over 200 yards. Short interview at game's end. Said he wore RG3 socks, whatever that means. WH off to a 4-0 start.

[RayGator]

Friday 9.21.12 Lakeland Ledger
Solange Reyner

Lane Runs Wild In 6A-10 Thriller!

"Lane, a Florida commit, played consistently well all game long but went beast mode when his team needed him the most in the fourth. He scored the game-winner with 8:43 left on a 4 yard run that rounded out a 9 play, 80 yard drive. On that drive Lane broke away for runs of 29 and and 26 yards.

He also had and 80 yard TD run in the 1st quarter and a 54 yarder to put Winter Haven in scoring position in the 2nd.

'There's a lot of times I wonder how he does some of the things he does. But he had a heck of a night for us.' - Winter Haven head coach, Charlie Tate."

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/37758/lane-runs-wild-in-6a-10-thriller-douglas-pass-breakup-secures-blue-devils-win-over-kathleen-27-10/

Adam Lane ran 20 times for 228 yards. 2 TDs.

Game Photos
www.theledger.com/galleries

[StrangeGator]

Thanks Ray. Very excited for Lane. Can't wait to see him in orange and blue.

[RayGator]

Friday 10.26.12 Lakeland Ledger
Solange Reyner

Coaches Select Winter Haven High School RB Adam Lane as Player of the Year.

>> Winter have High School RB Adam Lane was picked as the large-school player of the year Monday night at the Florida Athletic Coaches Association District 13 meeting, where coaches who are members of the FACA gathered to select players and coaches of the year in each classification and a first and 2nd team offense and defense. <<

http://www.polkpreps.com/news/article/39205/coaches-select-adam-lane-as-the-large-school-player-of-the-year/?tc=ar

[gatordee]

Wow! Great accomplishment! Great to see this after the injury last year.

[StrangeGator]

Great news. Any stats available on Adam for this season? I saw that he had done very well in some jamborees in the preseason. I think it's significant to see how he does down the stretch playing big school programs while Taylor and Henry light it up against small schools and smaller players

[thedyc09]

Through 8 games:

122 car

1016 yds

8.3 ypc

8 td

2 fumbles

[gatorlaw15]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcjV8surRsQ

senior highlights

[UFFL]

Great video. I wonder if Kelvin will be our under center back, while Adam would be our read option back. They run him in the pistol a lot

[RayGator]

It was just one year ago today, January 21, 2012, that RB Adam Lane of Winter Haven High School became the First 2013 Commitment to the Florida Gators! :)

As far as I know the young man has never wavered from his commitment.

[RayGator]

And he did not waver! The Gators First 2013 Commitment has submitted his LOI.

[RayGator]

And he has not wavered! The Gators First 2013 Commitment has submitted his LOI to UF.

[RayGator]

And he has not wavered! The Gators First 2013 Commitment has submitted his LOI to UF.

[Itssaul]

What a MAN.

[RayGator]

Thursday 2.7.2013 The Lakeland Ledger
Bill Kemp, Rick Brown, Aimee Sachs

Winter Haven RB Adam Lane Fulfills Dream of Being a Gator

Adam Lane Has received Countless Football Recruiting Letters, But The First One Landing In His Mailbox Was From The University of Florida, And it Was The Only One He Needed.

"It was my first letter in the 9th Grade. I actually have it in a little frame. I always liked Florida, and I always wanted to stay in Florida. The letter really opend my eyes that I could be playing there."

http://www.theledger.com/article/20130206/NEWS/130209537

Gators, make sure you read this signing day article article on our first 2013 commitment. You'll be disappointed if you don't!

[UFreak]

I think we are getting Polk County's next Travis Henry, minus the children. The guy can flat out play. Love his running style.

[gatorr4life]

We finally have a stable. Yes siiiiiiir!

[StrangeGator]

I think we are getting Polk County's next Travis Henry, minus the children. The guy can flat out play. Love his running style.

Kids aren't always such a bad thing. We got Fred Taylor plus his son who was about a year old when Fred signed for UF, hopefully the best package deal in school history.

[UFreak]

Kids aren't always such a bad thing. We got Fred Taylor plus his son who was about a year old when Fred signed for UF, hopefully the best package deal in school history.

Well played sir, well played.