The Bodda Getta

I believe what all should note, and experience dictates, is the difference between a 3 and 4 star is not athleticism, as 3 star ratings are still held for elite athletes. The difference is based on refined technique and how much they have been coached up while in high school. The true measurement of a coaching staff is not recruiting all 4 and 5 stars but how well their recruits are coached up and their techniques refined - as well as the proper weight and flexibility training (which Mr. Lawson seems to understand and made a special trip just to evaluate that aspect). The differerence in a 4 star vs. a 5 star is truly being an athletic freak and size, but can also come down to techniques - ala, Carl who does not have the typical size (heigth) of a huge elite end, but his freakish athleticism, desire (motor) and TECHNIQUE makes him a 5* elite. I believe that this group of coaches will show a big difference in "coaching technique" than we have seen in the past and that will be the difference maker in Auburn's future success. I believe that we have not seen the best from the high recruits on the current roster and we will start to see that this coming year with solid coaching, as well as with the new recruits. Also important in that equation is playing current and new players in the position that most fits their skill sets and abilities. That is the difference in an elite coaching staff vs. elite recruiters but average coaches.

Just a few examples:

Nick Fairley, Carlos Rogers, Ronnie Brown, Darvin Adams, Mike Blanc, Zach Clayton, Nosa Eguae, Emory Blake, Travis Williams, Rod Smith, Rod Hood, Jeremy Ingle, Will Herring, Karibi Dede, Ben Grubbs, Courtney Taylor, Eric Brock, Quentin Groves, Pat Sims, Tyronne Green, Walt McFadden, Sen'Derrick Marks, Antonio Coleman, Jerraud Powers, Aairon Savage, Craig Stevens, Mike Berry, Zac Etheridge, Neiko Thorpe, Eric Smith, Chris Todd, T'Sharvan Bell, Brandon Mosley.

Lots of NFL players in there.

Did not go to junior college. Went to prep school for one year and then to Auburn.

Ive said this many times , and I stand by it. If this staff offers , then I want them to sign with us. This staff will finish with a fine class.

WAR EAGLE

A big to Marcus Davis and welcome to the family!

Thanks PM for the awesome info always nice to come home and read a nice article by the AU undercover team.

Tommy T. signed a ton of three star guys his last two years. Most were undersized and fast. That is the reason so many were quick to give Chizik a pass in 2011.

Most of the guys jumped at an offer from Auburn. This class is filling out with several like that.

Honestly, I am not comfortable with that fact. However, I am glad these coaches aren't bringing in many of the glory chasers who want so much attention. If it's all about being the best you can be - pick a school and be faithful while you quietly get ready for the butt kicking you are about to receive as a freshman.