Expert: Thom Brooks - 1/11/2009

Question
I have a nephew who is a star running back for a 4A Texas State Championship High School.  In trying to take a different approach to where he might see more playing time from the get go of his college career ..... I am asking what Big 12 or D1 College is loosing a high percentage of their running backs? Or, which College team has the best offensive line that might benefit this talented running back?  My nephew has all the credentials that any of these colleges will want.  Example : runs the 40 in 4.3 - However, he is a white boy and they tell me that is going to stifle his recruitment.

Answer
Cyndi, hello!

I am a fan of the Georgia Bulldogs.  He needs to contact Mark Richt because the Dawgs are losing Knowshon Moreno early to the NFL.  They have a young O-Line that will be better each game and three RB's in which at least one has grade eligible issues.  

All of the big schools have a surplus of Blue Chips so he needs to select the school that makes him the best offers and where he can obtain the degree he seeks.  

If he is a gifted athlete, being white will not stifle his chances.  Anyone who says that needs to look around at the talent to include Tim Tebow of the Gators.  Jimmy the Greek Snyder got blasted for saying the black athlete was better than the white one. Anyone who says it may be accurate if you're looking at stats, but if you look at the heart of a player, then all is equal.  If your nephew has the heart to be a tough player, he will excel.  


The scouts and coaches will be looking at him every day, so he'll get a fair chance!

Thom Brooks






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