Link: LB C.J. Mosley Update (6/30)

Crimson Surfer · June 30th, 2009, 10:33 PM

This is news from last week that has already been reported in print but now the video interview is online.

Video: Top Alabama prospect C.J. Mosley of Theodore talks recruiting

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	SPANISH FORT, Ala. -- Theodore linebacker C.J. Mosley, one of the top college prospects in Alabama, talks about his recruitment after a Rivals.com combine in Spanish Fort recently. Mosley did not participate in the positional drills during the combine after having a bone chip removed from his arm, but he had an impressive showing in running and jumping tests. Mosley said he's still deciding what university he'll attend, though the University of Alabama, Auburn University and LSU are in the mix.

Lyle75 · June 30th, 2009, 11:50 PM

he said his decision will be based on "Campus Life, Depth Chart, and Academics"...how do we look there?

BamaFanatJSU · June 30th, 2009, 11:56 PM

	Quote:	Lyle75
	he said his decision will be based on "Campus Life, Depth Chart, and Academics"...how do we look there?

Well, BET or CS might have to comment on the depth chart, but the Capstone definitely wins in campus life and academics. Just the drive into the Barn makes me think of banjos and river rafting, and last time I checked, that cute tutor down at the Ferguson Center actually makes you write your own Sociology paper.

CapstoneGrad06 · July 1st, 2009, 12:13 AM

	Quote:	Lyle75
	he said his decision will be based on "Campus Life, Depth Chart, and Academics"...how do we look there?

Well, its hard to beat the campus life and academics, unless he's planning on going to Stanford or the like. As for the depth chart, many rivals like to play up the amount of talented LBs we've signed. However, we have five senior LBs on the 2009 team, and use four LBs on the field in many situations. So, there's plenty of playing time available in 2010.

tidejuice · July 1st, 2009, 12:29 AM

in the video he says its down to AL,LSU,AU, AND STANFORD? or was i hern thangs...

bonehouse81 · July 1st, 2009, 01:30 AM

	Quote:	CapstoneGrad06
	As for the depth chart, many rivals like to play up the amount of talented LBs we've signed. However, we have five senior LBs on the 2009 team, and use four LBs on the field in many situations. So, there's plenty of playing time available in 2010.

If Mosley weighs 212 now, my guess is that he ends up as a Sam, but Jonathan Atchison is a similar size and he was being told he could play Will.

At Sam, Reamer will be gone in 2010 and Jerrell Harris will be a junior.

At Will, Hightower (who may or may not stay at Will) will be a junior, and Chris Jordan (?) may be the backup there (he'll also be a junior).

Tana Patrick perhaps has the size/athleticism to be at any of the four LB spots, while Atchison figures to be at Sam or Will. Nico Johnson is a future Mike, but may play big minutes at Will this season.

All in all, we've already got some good linebackers/prospects, but unless Patrick, Atchison, Jordan and Nico Johnson all really look strong this season, the depth chart shouldn't look too overwhelming for Mosley.

Wayne Disney · July 1st, 2009, 03:43 AM

	Quote:	bonehouse81
	All in all, we've already got some good linebackers/prospects, but unless Patrick, Atchison, Jordan and Nico Johnson all really look strong this season, the depth chart shouldn't look too overwhelming for Mosley.

don't forget Petey Smith.

bonehouse81 · July 1st, 2009, 12:32 PM

	Quote:	Wayne Disney
	don't forget Petey Smith.

I haven't, but with Petey Smith looking like a pure Mike, his presence on the depth chart shouldn't really have any effect on Mosley.

Crimson Surfer · July 1st, 2009, 03:57 PM

I don't think the fact that Bama has some pretty good LBs already on the team will affect Mosley at all. Right now it looks like to me that he will sign with Bama.

calhexas · July 1st, 2009, 08:57 PM

	Quote:	Crimson Surfer
	This is news from last week that has already been reported in print but now the video interview is online. *Video: Top Alabama prospect C.J. Mosley of Theodore talks recruiting*

Kid sounds like he has a good head on his shoulders.

And if Standford is looking at him, he's probably a decent student.

Oh..and first post ever.

glasscutter256 · July 2nd, 2009, 07:07 PM

As far as depth chart, I hate to think about it, but Rolando and Hightower especially may go early in the draft. I'm afraid UA may turn into the NFL feedpipe for defensive players

Wayne Disney · July 2nd, 2009, 10:20 PM

	Quote:	glasscutter256
	As far as depth chart, I hate to think about it, but Rolando and Hightower especially may go early in the draft. I'm afraid UA may turn into the NFL feedpipe for defensive players

they both will IMO. it's just something we're going to have to get used to with CNS at the helm, and i don't mind it one bit.

BamainBoston · July 2nd, 2009, 10:30 PM

	Quote:	glasscutter256
	As far as depth chart, I hate to think about it, but Rolando and Hightower especially may go early in the draft. I'm afraid UA may turn into the NFL feedpipe for defensive players

I think if Rolando thinks we have a shot in 2010, he will stay. He has been here from the beginning of the rebuilding process, and I wouldnt be shocked if he didnt want to see it through.