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The reality here is that Williams may not be the player that those concessions would be made for. I think we’re looking at it one sided and asking “what does Williams want to do?”. The question really is, “How much value does Williams bring in our staffs mind”?
UGA has resources established to assist in situations like this. We took several players last year, 1 big name from mid west that already have children. This isn’t a new concept but does staff value the player enough to wait on a decision or continue to pursue them. That’s the real question and we don’t fully know the answer to that, but I’m leaning to staff isn’t going to wait here.
Key point there, its Miami. Better weather to train and have a winter home. Same reason that pro golfers all move to FL or Arizona.
Remove Miami and the southern part of FL in general and the north is just an armpit. Nobody is lining up to live in the middle of FL.
Well being that the most populated areas In Florida are along the coast , yes the middle of Florida is somewhat desolate and actually I kinda compare it to everywhere in Georgia not named Atlanta or Athens. It’s just not ideal. No offense to anyone lol. My Grandad was born and raised in Athens and its a special place. Funny thing is most people from Southern Florida compare North Florida being more like Georgia. I’m From St. Augustine btw so I see both sides
I can understand that. I try to not put all my stock into camps and put gaming talent into effect but Williams looked very choppy in the camp settings I watched . I know His comparison is lecounte but I feel lecounte is a more fluid athlete than Williams
It wasn’t his best showing and he’ll probably get passed as #1 S but he’s a hell of a player. I think staff only wants to worry about a few position groups/players headed into the season and his likely isn’t one of them.
As soon as Conley is given a green light it’s over for DB. I’d imagine that’s been communicated to Williams.
Thats my point, Miami is one thing, a couple big cities on the coast are another and the rest, nothing special.
Pulling kids from FL to play college ball and dreams of pro are not as hard os you might think. OSU (w Meyer) / Bama had/have been doing it for years. Big Boy programs go where they want and “get what they want”.
His film looks legit. Would def like to have him to keep him from UF. DBs from Florida def have a strong hold on the program at this point.
Your last line speaks volumes to me. More times than not, FL DBs are safe bets.
@CZCashvilleDawg Not denying that at all. I mean all of Tuas family moved from Hawaii to Tuscaloosa after Talia wanted to play for the tide also. Talk about moving from paradise to an armpit 🤨
It’s the DB/speed state no doubt. No Coincidence Kirby is down here year after year now plucking who he wants. Hopefully James Williams falls in line next. @SoFL_Dawg
Edit: oh I also hear there’s a DB named Ringo not from Florida who might be pretty good too 🤔
I’m in love with the 30A area. FSU has that going for them.
Not to get off topic but one of the primary reasons many of the top golfers and pro athletes live in FL is for the Tax Advantages. Add some world class areas to reside with a comfy winter climate and it's no wonder so many call it home.
I’m in Jax after being born & raised in Northern Gwinnett area in GA. I can attest to this. Much like Ga, especially the humidity. But I actually love Jax and living near the beach.
But back on subject. Van Pran is next.
why are we so high on a undersized kid that is committed elsewhere? Yea he is a good athlete, but so is everyone UGA goes after. I’d rather redshirt Conley (who by all accounts loves UGA, and would probably commit on the spot if we gave him a committable offer) if we have to, develop him in our S/C program, get a year into the playbook, then have an undersized kid who is faster in the 40 and may potentially hit the Transfer Portal. Being able to read/react is more important than a couple tenths on a 40. Conley has the size you want at safety. I have always had reservations about LeCounte as a Safety in the SEC & NFL bc of his size. He is an elite athlete, but I don’t know if he can ever be an elite safety.
(Please don’t start the whole 40 yard debate again)