Quinton Powell

[Jaggator]

Daytona Beach (Fla.) Mainland linebacker

Is he going to re-commit to Florida?

[StrangeGator]

Good question. He doesn't replace Hearns, who was our only pure Mike. But we can designate one of our bigger OLB types as a Mike which would make room for Powell. Looking at the remaining talent on our board at all the other positions of need, Q. Powell is one of the best prospects left.

[Gatorrick22]

Originally Posted by StrangeGator

Good question. He doesn't replace Hearns, who was our only pure Mike. But we can designate one of our bigger OLB types as a Mike which would make room for Powell. Looking at the remaining talent on our board at all the other positions of need, Q. Powell is one of the best prospects left.

What's up with Hearns? Did we lose him?


I think Powell is ours.

[UFFL]

Hearns is still with us. I think he sticks with us, depending on grades. Also we have McMillian and Anzalone coming in, both who can play inside. We were lacking depth at LB, and this class helped a bit

[DieAGator]

Tells me staff not confident in Hearns. Even if staff is confident in Hearns why take a guy that's probably two full seasons away from being physically ready? It won't solve any depth issues and presumably the guys who are already 220+ will be here in two seasons anyway. I'll be surprised if Hearns and QP are in this class.

[Gatorrick22]

Originally Posted by DieAGator

Tells me staff not confident in Hearns. Even if staff is confident in Hearns why take a guy that's probably two full seasons away from being physically ready? It won't solve any depth issues and presumably the guys who are already 220+ will be here in two seasons anyway. I'll be surprised if Hearns and QP are in this class.

Or maybe we're going to run a 3-4 defense more next year.

[ETGator1]

2nd hat on the table - likely SC bound to play with ex-teammate Leonard Williams.

[Speedofsand]

from today...
http://www.news-journalonline.com/ar...ORTS?p=2&tc=pg

The 6-foot-1, 205-pounder said he is intrigued by his projected role in the 3-4 defensive alignment of new Trojans defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast.
“It was awesome seeing him again,” Powell said. “I barely get to see him anymore, and it was great. We were just talking about life. We tried to stay away from football. Of course, that did come up. But he just said he is enjoying (Southern Cal), and he told me to find the school I enjoy the most.
"His opinion won't have an influence on my decision. It does kind of help, but the reality is I have to decide where I feel like I can live for the next four years of my life.”
And despite backing off from his verbal commitment to Florida last month, Powell insisted the Gators are still in play. In fact, he said newly promoted Gators defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin is scheduled to visit him Wednesday at Mainland.

[GATORAZ]

Originally Posted by DieAGator

Tells me staff not confident in Hearns. Even if staff is confident in Hearns why take a guy that's probably two full seasons away from being physically ready? It won't solve any depth issues and presumably the guys who are already 220+ will be here in two seasons anyway. I'll be surprised if Hearns and QP are in this class.

Hearns and Powel play two different positions. You take Powell because he can really rush the passer. Not every kid starts right away.

[NoahBeanBizzel]

It sounds like it's going to go down to the wire for Powell. It sounds like he wants to go to USC, but that's a huge geographical change. It'll be interesting to see how his visit with Durkin goes.

USC does very well in the state of Florida.

[MadduxFanII]

Come on, Quinton. You don't want to play for a defensive coordinator whose name makes him sound like the foreman of a 19th century textile mill.

[NoahBeanBizzel]

Originally Posted by GATORAZ

Hearns and Powel play two different positions. You take Powell because he can really rush the passer. Not every kid starts right away.

True. There's no way Powell comes in and plays immediately. Well, he might earn playing time on special teams, but he won't be ready to contribute at his natural position for at least two years.

[GATORAZ]

it still boggles my mind that the staff didn't want to bring in Mathew Thomas

[NoahBeanBizzel]

Originally Posted by GATORAZ

it still boggles my mind that the staff didn't want to bring in Mathew Thomas

Why not?

[jms]

I want Hearns the kid has the heart of a LION!! QP is great too. Can we have them both please!?

[Jaggator]

Originally Posted by GATORAZ

it still boggles my mind that the staff didn't want to bring in Mathew Thomas

Thomas never really showed much interest in Florida so they backed off would be my guess.

http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/footbal...-Thomas-124025

[GATORAZ]

Originally Posted by NoahBeanBizzel

Why not?

They think he is soft. I just don't see it but will trust their judgment I guess.

[Gatorrick22]

Originally Posted by GATORAZ

They think he is soft. I just don't see it but will trust their judgment I guess.

Or his grades?

[DieAGator]

Originally Posted by GATORAZ

Hearns and Powell play two different positions. You take Powell because he can really rush the passer. Not every kid starts right away.

True and part of the formula is sign all the players with potential you can and see where you end up. I see the link above lists Powell at 205. If true he's put on some significant weight in 12 months.

Originally Posted by MadduxFanII

Come on, Quinton. You don't want to play for a defensive coordinator whose name makes him sound like the foreman of a 19th century textile mill.

Hillarious. Tried to rep but says I have to spread it around first.

[AndrewSpivey]

Originally Posted by Jaggator

Daytona Beach (Fla.) Mainland linebacker

Is he going to re-commit to Florida?

Right now he doesn't have the green light to commit