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Ronald Geohaghan

  

  EyeOnTheTigers recently got in touch with 2012 DB commit, Ronald Geohaghan.  The Allendale-Fairfax DB is the #11 safety in the nation by Rivals.com.  Ronald is the #3 prospect in South Carolina.  Geohaghan had a lot to say about his commitment and his plans for this fall.  

Butch Davis out at UNC

Former UNC Head Coach Butch Davis

  According to ESPN.com, Butch Davis was fired this afternoon.  Another coach bites the dust after problems with the NCAA.

Who's The Player & Who's The Coach?

USC QB Coach G.A. Mangus

 
  As we all know by now, South Carolina QB Coach GA Mangus was arrested early Tuesday morning in downtown Greenville, SC.  Mangus was seen urinating on the street curb and roadway.  Officers were called to the scene and after determining that he was drunk, Mangus was issued a ticket for $470, cuffed and taken to the Greenville County Detention Center.  According to ESPN.com, Head Coach Steve Spurrier has issued a statement suspending Mangus from the team indefinitely.

Tigers Picked To Finish Second In The Atlantic

  According to ESPN.com, Clemson is the media choice for second place in the Atlantic Division.  FSU was, of course, the pick for #1 and was also the pick to win the ACC Championship game.  Virginia Tech was the pick for Coastal Division champs.  BC's Montel Harris was the pre-season choice for player of the year, with FSU's E.J. Manuel being the runner-up in the poll. (Andre Ellington was #6 in the voting for POY honors)  Here are the final results.

Tigers Land Verbal #14

OT Oliver Jones

 
  Ninety-Six OT Oliver Jones committed to the Tigers this afternoon. Jones (6-7 285) is the 14th verbal commitment for the 2012 recruiting class.  Jones is the #67 OT in the nation and a 3 star recruit by rivals.com.  He is ranked the #14 player in the state of South Carolina.  His other offers include South Carolina, North Carolina, NC State, and East Carolina.  Jones was recruited by Coach Harbison.

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Chad Kelly Named To Elite 11

  According to ESPN, Clemson QB commit Chad Kelly has been named to the Elite 11.  Kelly gave EyeOnTheTigers an exclusive interview on July 16, 2011.  Kelly(6'3", 208)  is the No. 8 dual-threat quarterback in the nation by rivals.com. 

Pre-Summer Camp Depth Chart- The Safeties

  With the loss of DeAndre McDaniel looming over this position, some sports writers are predicting a huge drop-off in production this season. Enter Rashard Hall and Jonathan Meeks!  If the sports world didn't know them before this season, they will by the end of it!

Chad Kelly Talks Clemson With EyeOnTheTigers

Chad Kelly

  Clemson fans are crazy about Clemson Tiger football, and everything associated with it!  Earlier today, EyeOnTheTigers finished an interview with 2012 QB, Chad Kelly. Kelly had a lot of things to say about Clemson Football and what he is doing to help get us back on the national scene once again!

Ga Tech hit with probation

Georgia Tech was hit with probation earlier today. 

Pre-Summer Camp Depth Chart- The Cornerbacks

The Starters

Xavier Brewer returns a pick for a TD!

CB:  Xavier Brewer, Jr. (5-11 190)

  Brewer came on strong last year as he saw a major increase in his playing time.  When the Tigers went to the Nickel package, Gilchrist would move inside and Brewer was on the outside, or vice versa.  Brewer saw time on the outside at corner and inside as the nickel back.  Brewer is making the transition this season to starter and will fill the role that Gilchrist filled last season.  I expect major things from Brewer as he makes the jump to starter, and he should become one of the ACC's top defensive backs.

Coty Sensabaugh breaks up a pass!

CB:  Coty Sensabaugh, Sr. (6-0 180)

  Sensabaugh is one of the fastest players on the team.  He will have to fight to keep his job this season, as the depth chart is loaded to the brim with quality players.  Sensabaugh saw limited time last season, and he didn't do anything spectacular in spring practice to make me believe that he has a firm hold on his job here.  Whether as a starter, or as a backup, Sensabaugh is a good player with decent experience. I suspect he will be valuable this season.

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Cory Stanton Leaves Basketball Program

Rising 2nd year PG Cory Stanton has announced that he will be leaving Clemson in order to be closer to home. Stanton recorded quality minutes for the Tigers and was looked at as a backup PG to Andre Young next year.

Stanton was a good player, not a great scorer but he did play quality defense, especially as a freshman. While I think this lost certainly does not help us, I don't believe it will hurt too much. Stanton was not really a starting ACC caliber guard, he was more of a holdover from Brownell's previous post. He took the advantage of Brownell not being able to fully recruit that cycle. Obviously, the Tigers had a great PG last year in Stitt. He was someone who could gash defenses and finish around the rim. Stanton was not this type of player, but to be honest, I don't think that type of player exists on the roster right now. That is where the Tigers are most likely going to find trouble, especially when defenders creep out on the arc to cover Young. Stanton would have been a quality player this year and good backup. It would be nice to have the bridge of depth between Stitt and the new incoming guards such as Sapp and Coleman. This most likely means the young freshman will see some valuable minutes on the hardwood this winter. We wish Cory the best of luck in all of his pursuits. Thanks for giving your effort to Clemson.

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Pre-Summer Camp Depth Chart- LB

The Backups

Spencer Shuey

Mike Linebacker: Spencer Shuey, Soph.
  
  Shuey is Clemson's biggest linebacker. (6'3" 250 lbs)  Shuey played sparingly last year, and is going to have to fight off extremely talented freshmen this offseason.  Rumor has it that Shuey has been cross training at defensive end.  With the loss of Joe Gore, I would not be surprised to see Shuey get more reps at End this fall.

Justin Parker

Sam Linebacker:  Justin Parker, Soph.

  Parker could be the most talented returning linebacker this year.  According to Coach Steele, the light came on during the spring and Parker was "lights out!"  In one of the practices this spring, Parker put SR Fullback, Chad Diehl, on his butt with a major hit!  This is saying something, as it is well known that Diehl is the hardest hitting player on the team.  Parker also has experience in the middle and is listed as the starter at Mike when the Defense goes to the nickel package.  I would not be surprised to see Parker starting somewhere on the field this season, and when the Tiger D goes to a 3-4 look, Parker should be a starter in the middle.

Vic Beasley

Will Linebacker:  Vic Beasley, RFr.

  Where raw talent and athleticism is concerned, Beasley is probably the most intriguing player on the defensive side of the roster.  Last year, he was redshirted as a TE, but moved to LB in the spring.  Not yet ready to make a major impact, but when he gets some experience, Beasley could be a beast for defensive coordinators to plan for.  I expect great things out of Beasley in the future!

Pre-Summer Camp Depth Chart- LB

The Starters

Corico Hawkins

Mike Linebacker:  Corico Hawkins, Jr.

  Hawkins is a tough, hard-nosed player that plays bigger than his size.(5'11" 230 lbs)  He is the leading, returning tackler on the team with 71 tackles a year ago.  His 10 tackles for loss were nice, & his 3 sacks are not too shabby as well.  Hawkins has the best chance of all the returning linebackers to keep his starting job this year.  He does a good job in run support, and wraps up well in the open field.

Quandon Christian

Sam Linebacker:  Quandon Christian, Soph.

  Christian is another player that has tons of potential.  He has nice size for the strongside position, and came on strong at the end of last season.  He started seven games last year and collected 24 tackles.  Christian drew great reviews again this spring, but will have to continue fighting talented, sophomore linebacker, Justin Parker, for his job this summer.

Jonathan Willard

Will Linebacker:  Jonathan Willard, Jr.

  Willard is quick and athletic, with good size.  He started two games last year, totaling 27 tackles in only 160 snaps.  Willard is good, but needs to improve his tackling abilities.  I remember being frustrated early in the season, as I watched Willard play bump&run with ball carriers.  Willard will have to fight hard to keep his job, with the incoming freshmen.


Check back tomorrow for the backup linebackers, and who could be starting by the end of the season.

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Tigers Add Leamon!

Javarius Leamon

  Javarius Leamon has ended his recruitment and has verbally committed to the Clemson Tigers.  Leamon is the state of South Carolina's No.1 Offensive Line prospect.  The three star left tackle(6'6" 295 lbs)  is a major boost to the Tigers offensive line.  Leamon is the third prospect to commit to Jeff Scott.  The left tackle is the No. 56 tackle prospect in the nation according to rivals.com. Leamon is the seventh instate committment for the Tigers as Clemson continues to dominate recruiting in South Carolina for 2012!

Sparks Will Fly!

  I was going through my list of DVR recordings tonight and realized I had recorded the 2009 Clemson vs Miami game.  I'm sure you have all watched it a billion times.  (They show the rerun every two weeks on ESPN Classic)  As we all know, right before halftime, Miami kicks the ball off to CJ and he takes it back to the house.  This happened a total of 7 times during his career and is the NCAA record for most kick returns for touchdown in a career.

 

Happy Independence Day

 
  Just want to say to all the readers that have served and are currently serving, that we salute you today!  As a member of our nation's military, I understand the things that are daily asked of you!  Thanks to all out there serving this great nation, and all that have served in wars past!  Also, thanks to all the families that have had a loved one sacrificed for our country and you are constantly in our prayers.

Clemson 2011 Preview-Not A Pretender

You don't bleed orange if this doesn't get you ready for some CLEMSON TIGER FOOTBALL!!!!

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