DL cut loose by Rhodes

[Trapped in California]

Rodney Coe was cut from the Cyclone team for the all encompassing "violation of team rules"

He was originally headed to Iowa as a RB but that fell through due to academics out of high school. He has since has packed on 70+ pounds and switched sides. Would it be worth taking a flyer for a decent Big 12 DL player?

Unfortunately, he hails from MO, so it would be an out of state scholarship.

[panther1]

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Rodney Coe was cut from the Cyclone team for the all encompassing "violation of team rules"

He was originally headed to Iowa as a RB but that fell through due to academics out of high school. He has since has packed on 70+ pounds and switched sides. Would it be worth taking a flyer for a decent Big 12 DL player?

Unfortunately, he hails from MO, so it would be an out of state scholarship.

Good size and has experience. 3 tackles per game last year. Not All American caliber, but would add depth and experience.

[JayJ79]

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Just b/c a kid played in the Big 12 doesn't automatically mean that they're better than who we already have. Especially if there are academic and/or behavioral concerns.
But I don't know enough about this particular individual or his situation.

[Blue42]

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Would we really want a kid who can't stay eligible for a desperate ISU team?

Pass.

[BCPanther]

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No thanks. Pictures all over the internet with guns and cash.

Do not want.

[panther1]

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Just b/c a kid played in the Big 12 doesn't automatically mean that they're better than who we already have. Especially if there are academic and/or behavioral concerns.
But I don't know enough about this particular individual or his situation.

I agree on principal, but a 300 lb interior defensive linemen with B12 experience would be one of the exceptions in my book. Our lines have been the weak link the last couple of seasons.

[Codytwo]

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It's just too bad that many kids like this are unable to take a step back and reevaluate themselves.

[JayJ79]

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No thanks. Pictures all over the internet with guns and cash.

Do not want.

[panther1]

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No thanks. Pictures all over the internet with guns and cash.

Do not want.

The one picture of Coe with guns that Google brought up show him holding a Ruger .22 pistol and a Glock. Both unloaded, while wearing preppy clothing in a rural setting. Not exactly hardcore...

[9YRPLAN]

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we want nothing to do with this kid

[Trapped in California]

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To be clear, I am not advocating, just asking the question. We have been thin at DL for the past several years. I have absolutely no idea on how/if he would be successful at UNI in a similar role.

[9YRPLAN]

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if you could guarantee me a 1st team MVFC player i still wouldnt take him.

[Panther'73]

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Sounds like grades are an issue, too.

[UNI92]

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Kinda serious/half in jest question here...

Can a team win a NC without a thug or two?

At some point, a team needs some crazy ass, pyscho, push the limit types of people..especially on defense...

Am I right or wrong?

(Might be politically incorrect to state, but I think there is a lot of truth to it)

[panther1]

Re: DL cut loose by Rhodes

Kinda serious/half in jest question here...

Can a team win a NC without a thug or two?

At some point, a team needs some crazy ass, pyscho, push the limit types of people..especially on defense...

Am I right or wrong?

(Might be politically incorrect to state, but I think there is a lot of truth to it)

For a defensive lineman, I want nasty. I think you're on the right track. Everyone's definition of thug is different though.