Report: Dorial Green-Beckham Has Informed Texas Staff He Won't Be A Horn
by Wescott Eberts (GoBR) on Jan 31, 2012 6:09 PM CST
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Print[Update]: Gerry Hamilton reporting that it's down to Arkansas and Missouri ($). --GoBR--
There hasn't been any positive buzz surrounding Texas and Dorial Green-Beckham for days, even in the direct aftermath of Mack Brown's visit to Hillcrest High School last Thursday for a sit-down with DGB and his parents.
On Tuesday evening, Orangebloods publisher Geoff Ketchum further dashed whatever optimists were still holding out hope in the Texas fanbase when he revealed on Twitter that multiple sources close to the Texas program have indicated that the Beckhams or DGB himself reached out to the Longhorn staff to inform them that the star wideout will not be signing with Texas on National Signing Day Wednesday.
The report from Ketchum jives with other news from other Texas services that essentially all say the same thing -- if Texas hasn't officially been eliminated, the staff no longer feels much, if any, confidence about landing DGB.
At this time, the prohibitive favorite seems to be Missouri, thought to have surged into the lead following a weekend visit, while Arkansas has seemingly faded after the Beckhams failed to make the trip to Fayetteville with their adopted son.
It was thought for some time that the announcement ceremony actually would hold more drama than most, but if the news coming out of various programs is correct, it looks like Green-Beckham will stay in Missouri.
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That would be great if he went to Mizzou
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Well played recruiting strategy by Mizzou
plus the home state factor. While I’m dissapointed, I feel that the fact that this staff pursued DBG is more important than whether we got him or not….at least, as it pertains to how this staff is going to approach recruiting in the future. Good luck in the SEC, DGB.
At least we get to watch an Arky meltdown as a consolation prize.
I’ll definitely be looking forward to watching this young man’s progress through the years.
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The right thing to do
Informing the staff before the drama of tomorrow is the right way to handle this. Wish him all the best…in the SEC, that is!
Absolutely!
I commend the young man for behaving like a gentleman. His manners will take him far in this world.
--- All roads to the Big-XII Championship lead through OU/RRS. It's not just another game! We're all about championships here. ---
His Twitter Comment Last Night
alluded to the fact that he had to do what he had to do, no one was going to influence his decision. What I got out of that was that he was not going to go where his parents wanted him to go, i.e. Texas. I saw it as the death nail in the Texas coffin.
The rest of his Twitter messages revealed that he is P-Whipped and definitely staying near his girlfriend seemed to be the deciding factor.
Can’t blame him but hindsight may show his decisions are more teenager like than “mature” about his future. That being said, I also think Missouri is the worst option of the 4 remaining schools on his list. Godspeed DGB.
"Sectional football games have the glory and the despair of war, and when a Texas team takes the field against a foreign state, it is an army with banners."
~John Steinbeck
by HazzardousHorns on Jan 31, 2012 6:18 PM CST reply actions
Shocking
A certain part of a woman’s anatomy has won again. I believe it is still undefeated.
Oh, my bad.
My bad?!
Your bad don't work in my world! -Ray Lewis
by TexasGarcia37 on Jan 31, 2012 6:33 PM CST up reply actions
I'm convinced of this as well
"The good news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football. The bad news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football." Darrell K. Royal
I've always been powerless.
Seems the only way to slay the beast is to stab it… but even then you always lose.
by KratosWasASooner on Jan 31, 2012 11:08 PM CST up reply actions
...or win.
I can’t tell anymore.
by KratosWasASooner on Jan 31, 2012 11:09 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I saw a rumor on Cosm or BC that DGB was trying to lure some recruits away
any truths on that
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Doesn't Make Sense
Why try to recruit them to your new team when all he had to do is join them. I don’t buy the rumor.
"Sectional football games have the glory and the despair of war, and when a Texas team takes the field against a foreign state, it is an army with banners."
~John Steinbeck
by HazzardousHorns on Jan 31, 2012 6:20 PM CST up reply actions
Sometimes I'm kind of like George McFly
Ill buy anything
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
eh oh well
Wish him all the best. But we’ll win with or without him.
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 6:21 PM CST via mobile reply actions
a little
extremely happy with class, but losing a transcendent talent like DGB hurts a little.
Oh, my bad.
My bad?!
Your bad don't work in my world! -Ray Lewis
by TexasGarcia37 on Jan 31, 2012 6:23 PM CST up reply actions
I felt more like this
Oh, my bad.
My bad?!
Your bad don't work in my world! -Ray Lewis
by TexasGarcia37 on Jan 31, 2012 7:46 PM CST up reply actions
Use the button...it comes with sound!
To SEC, or not to SEC, that is the question:
Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer
The slings and arrows of outrageous Texas,
Or to take arms against a sea of troubles,
And by opposing end them?
lol
Thank you for not trolling. Besides the inflammatory quote haha….
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 10:18 PM CST up reply actions
Haha.
I, like fellow Horn fans, was still holding out hope for him.
Oh well… I’d rather see him at Mizzou as opposed to the other schools.
by BurntOrangeTexans on Jan 31, 2012 6:29 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
D. Scott, J Mac and now DGB. Am I missing someone besides Perriloser that we got kicked in the sack on
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Look How They Turned Out
Ultimately Prima Donnas that have failed to live up to expectations. If that’s the case, no big deal – we still got Jaxon and Mr. Jones plus the Four Horsemen to take the handoff. We will be fine.
"Sectional football games have the glory and the despair of war, and when a Texas team takes the field against a foreign state, it is an army with banners."
~John Steinbeck
by HazzardousHorns on Jan 31, 2012 6:26 PM CST up reply actions
I would love to see TJ extend an olive branch to Mack about now!
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
I wouldn't lump DGB in with those guys or call him a prima donna
DGB was pretty straight up with recruiting and seemed to be a good kid.
Oh, my bad.
My bad?!
Your bad don't work in my world! -Ray Lewis
by TexasGarcia37 on Jan 31, 2012 6:31 PM CST up reply actions
Agreed
but it was KC who lumped them together originally. DGB seems to be an outstanding young man but by him waiting to announce on signing day on ESPN his decision it does make him a bit of an attention seeker IMO.
"Sectional football games have the glory and the despair of war, and when a Texas team takes the field against a foreign state, it is an army with banners."
~John Steinbeck
by HazzardousHorns on Jan 31, 2012 6:35 PM CST up reply actions
Why not let him enjoy the moment?
Obviously, every decision by him isn’t gonna be the smartes, as he is young, but let him enjoy signing on national TV. He’s earned it.
Colorado commit
Not sure he ever got the offer from us
by everything horns on Jan 31, 2012 6:34 PM CST up reply actions
Hobbs committed to Colorado.
He was told by the staff last week that he would not be receiving an offer.
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by Wescott Eberts (GoBR) on Jan 31, 2012 6:34 PM CST up reply actions
For purely selfish and vindictive reasons
I prefer him going to Arky. To hell with Misery and aggy as well – the cowards!
"The good news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football. The bad news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football." Darrell K. Royal
If Arky didn't play in Jerry World every now an then I would agree
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
so does this mean UNT is off the table as well?
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 6:32 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Ehhh
iffy… they might need a lot more dgb’s to do that. lol
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 6:44 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
before anyone gets angry that was sarcastic
I’m assuming ludashoeless was also being sarcastic.
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 6:44 PM CST up reply actions
I personally think it's a mistake and that he'll regret the decision. But....
you can’t force someone to make a wise decision.
by Nunna Yo Bizness on Jan 31, 2012 6:36 PM CST reply actions
Regret it...
as far as getting to the NFL? Or regret it when it comes to success in college…
I think he’s only thinking about getting to the next level….and if he is, Mizzou is as good a place as any, if the rumours are true. If they can send Maclin to the pros, DGB should be fine.
by Amen Amachigh on Jan 31, 2012 6:40 PM CST up reply actions
If either of two routes get you to the NFL wouldn't you enjoy the path much more that..
involves competing for championships instead of competing for 4th place in a division?
by Nunna Yo Bizness on Jan 31, 2012 6:51 PM CST up reply actions
My point was
he probably cares more about staying home and being around his family instead of winning championships. I’m guessing that bc if he did care about championships, this recruiting battle would have come down to texas vs. ou vs. lsu vs bama….not arky and mizzou.
by Amen Amachigh on Jan 31, 2012 6:54 PM CST up reply actions
I think he's probably naive enough to think Mizzou is gonna become a winner in the SEC.
When they don’t I think he’ll wish he could have competed for a championship.
by Nunna Yo Bizness on Jan 31, 2012 7:04 PM CST up reply actions
I'm sure Mizzou
has been filling his head with all kinds of nonsensical thoughts about winning the championship.
The kid is 6'6" and runs a sub 40 yd dash.
He’d likely get drafted in the first round of the NFL draft if he was able to go straight to the pros on potential alone.
He’ll be fine.
Will he win a national championship? No.
"Football's so important in Texas. On the West Coast, it's a social. On the East Coast, it's a culture. Here, it's a religion."
-- Major Applewhite
If either of two routes get you to the NFL wouldn't you enjoy the path much more that...
involves competing for championships instead of competing for 4th place in a division?
by Nunna Yo Bizness on Jan 31, 2012 6:52 PM CST up reply actions
I don't know if he'll regret it
But I do agree that Mizzou is a mistake. Mizzou waffling and making repeated overtures to the Big 10 just to end up in the SEC where they have no tie is stupid. It is going to take a lot more than DGB to help Mizzou.
I’m just glad DGB didn’t pick OU. I kind of agree that I wish he’d pick ARK, but that must not be happening. I kind of thought it was Mizzou when he gave the coach a big hug in front of the crowd.
We're Texas, We're not OK.
DGB choice no big surprise
No need to bash DGB for not choosing the Horns either…he’s played it straight, no prima dona games, and apparently is making his choice based on his priorities in looking for a place to play football and go to school. Mizzou has the advantage of proximity….just like in real estate, it’s all about location, location, and location. Mack’s still bringing in a great class, with or without DGB.
"I'd rather die while I'm living than live while I'm dead." (Jimmy Buffett)
True that
On a side note, I’m surprised that the trolls aren’t here to gloat yet.
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 6:50 PM CST up reply actions
Trolls
Give ‘em time…they’re busy right now trying to figure who’ll be the next ag commit catching the next train out of collie station before tomorrow morning.
"I'd rather die while I'm living than live while I'm dead." (Jimmy Buffett)
Right decision for him.
Mizzu has a QB. We are a “running” team right?
by Dawnpatrol on Jan 31, 2012 7:07 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Compromise school for Mizzou
They lucked into that spot imho. He probably wanted Arky for the passing attack, Parents wanted Texas, hence he will go to the neutral school in the fight. Sometimes you just don’t win them all.
What's the latest on Mike Davis?
Haven’t heard any mentions of him lately. Possible attrition candidate?
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
Would love to see him step up and be the playmaker
Who are the likely candidates to play opposite of Ship? John Harris has good size and been hearing he wants to “be the guy” but does he have a real shot to do that?
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
by TexasGangorDie on Jan 31, 2012 7:29 PM CST up reply actions
Glad to hear that
Think one of the main issues past few years for the team as a whole has been work ethic. Love the stacked class coming in but I think at this point I’d rather have a 3* guy workin his tail off than a 4/5* that wants to be an assclown. If Davis can step up then great, if not get the hell outta way for somethin that wants to be on the field bad enough to work.
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
by TexasGangorDie on Jan 31, 2012 7:46 PM CST up reply actions
Well suck me sideways. He can watch us rush for 500 yds in the NC game!
Seriously, good luck, DGB. Seems like a good guy.
500 yards rushing?
We gonna be playing Rice? Lol
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 7:27 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
lol still dont understand the Sumlin hire
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 7:38 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
lol good luck with that
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 7:41 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Oh well...
Guess we’ll have to eat our super-duper humongous cake tomorrow without the cherry on top.
Anybody care to predict any big suprises tomorrow? (any school)
27-25: SCOREBOARD - to infinity and beyond!
DGB signs with Kansas
In The Morning To You
by horns1025 on Jan 31, 2012 7:39 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Charlie Weis would probably eat him.
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
by TexasGangorDie on Jan 31, 2012 7:49 PM CST up reply actions
How bout taking Thomas Johnson with him to UO
That would really make the aggies pissed. TJ is now looking at TCU also, so maybe he will compete against Texas. I say bring it in since you are dead. (Texas Gang or Die). Talk about making a terrible decision.
We're Texas, We're not OK.
Still bummed about TJ
Has there ever been a recruit who pulled a surprise hat out of there ass?
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Maybe have 3 hats on the table, slap them all off and say not enough swagger Dre Kirkpatrick style
then dawn on the Burnt Orange
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Yeah I'd love to see someone decapitate him on a slant.
Or just shut him down after he trash talks all week about owning us.
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 9:10 PM CST up reply actions
Gunner Kiel flips for the 3rd time to Texas
"Sectional football games have the glory and the despair of war, and when a Texas team takes the field against a foreign state, it is an army with banners."
~John Steinbeck
by HazzardousHorns on Jan 31, 2012 7:43 PM CST up reply actions
That would be a surprise, considering he already enrolled at ND
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
by TexasGangorDie on Jan 31, 2012 7:47 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
That was just a ploy
So he could outshine the recruits signing on National Signing Day. He had to do something to draw more attention to himself.
We're Texas, We're not OK.
by Wrangler86 on Jan 31, 2012 9:02 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Bralon Addison signs with Tulane
"The good news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football. The bad news is there's 17 million people who care about Texas football." Darrell K. Royal
DGB gets dumped
goes running home to momma, and she packs his bags for ut
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 8:59 PM CST up reply actions
DGB to Baylor
I got it from a source who knows a guy that used to hook up with a chick who lived three blocks from the family five years ago. Seems legit.
by HogCP on Jan 31, 2012 11:51 PM CST via iPhone app up reply actions
Hey boss hit reply next time
I actually wasted my time googling that thinking you had something newsworthy
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Question is slightly off topic but
Do the dorms at Mizzou come with their own built-in meth labs on each floor? Would explain the students thinking that making their shittastic little signs saying MIZ-DGB or gathering a “crowd” of 100 people would impress or have any effect on an elite recruit’s decision.
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
same source most of these recruiting rumors come from
"Life is tough; it's tougher when you're stupid."
by TexasGangorDie on Jan 31, 2012 9:18 PM CST up reply actions
meh not surprised
Frankly, i’m surprised that we made the final cut. Kudos to Mack and staff for recruiting this kid so well. As long as he didnt go to OU…i’m happy
by jtdoes on Jan 31, 2012 9:47 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Same
If he was the linchpin of a mediocre recruiting class, i would be pretty unhappy, but seeing as we have a lot of talent coming in it doesn’t hurt as much
by HookemHouston on Jan 31, 2012 9:56 PM CST up reply actions
So does Thayer Evans write a hit piece in the next few days about Texas
What’s not to love? Especially when you see how I party, it was epic. The run I was on made Sinatra, Flynn, Jagger, Richards and all of them look like droopy-eyed armless children"
Please take high road and mention his bro
I’m surprised nobody has mentioned his brother in his decision. Here are 2 close brothers that went through tough times, and have only lived in their adoption home for about 6 years. His bro gets leukemia last Feb and all I’ve heard is losing him to his girlfriend and him being a prima donna. How about wanting to be close to his sick brother? Yes I’m upset he’s not wearing burnt orange but I have nothing but respect for him and I wish him the best.
How about...
you take the high road and read before ranting? They made a point to split him apart from the prima’s. Multiple places through here it was mentioned he was classy throughout the process. The gf jokes are typical guy talk. They aren’t meant to be taken seriously.
Calm down. It’ll be ok.
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