Ducks Lead for Sumler

[dthomas=ddixon]

http://www.examiner.com/x-49316-Oregon- ... coi-Sumler

JC Shurburtt of TheBigSpur.com writes: "Prior to his trip up to Portland, (Sumler) visited Oregon in Eugene and absolutely loved it. The Ducks have to be considered the odds-on favorite to land him at this point, and he was spotted wearing Oregon gear."

Kind of old news but I figured I'd post it anyways. Really hope we land this kid.

[glazeduck]

Not sure if this has been posted, so if it has already, apologies...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uV1QD9qeKTY

This Sumler kid has me REALLY excited! Not only is he 4.3 fast, but he's got great balance and body control, and, most important to me, doesn't play like a 5'8 kid.

In that highlight that kid has as many "jump-ball" winning highlights as he does speed highlights. Though he's small, that shows me that he's competitive and a complete reciever! He looks like a Steve Smith (Carolina Panthers) clone and I cannot even begin to imagine the different ways that Chip could turn this kid into a drool inducing superstar (especially with Lache and Huff on the field at the same time)!

God I hope we get him now!

[dthomas=ddixon]

"Distance is not an issue for me. I'll go wherever is best for me," Sumler says. "I have family out there and usually take trips out there and stay with them. I love it out there."

HTTP://BLEACHERREPORT.COM/ARTICLES/3615 ... DINARY-GUY

Pretty much seals the deal don't ya think?

[greenyellow]

"Distance is not an issue for me. I'll go wherever is best for me," Sumler says. "I have family out there and usually take trips out there and stay with them. I love it out there."

HTTP://BLEACHERREPORT.COM/ARTICLES/3615 ... DINARY-GUY

Pretty much seals the deal don't ya think?

Just about does but until he does visit and commit, anything could happen.

[thegreenstain]

Pretty much seals the deal don't ya think?

You would think so, but recruiting is pretty unpredictable. His mom reportedly would prefer for him to stay closer to home, but she is supposedly willing to let him make the choice he feels is best. It sounds like the coaches need to focus their time on getting mom on their side as well, since Tacoi sounds sold already.

[greenyellow]

Pretty much seals the deal don't ya think?

You would think so, but recruiting is pretty unpredictable. His mom reportedly would prefer for him to stay closer to home, but she is supposedly willing to let him make the choice he feels is best. It sounds like the coaches need to focus their time on getting mom on their side as well, since Tacoi sounds sold already.

It always seems the last person Oregon's coaches need to sell is one or both of the parents. They've lost several athletes due to not winning over the parents.

[UOducksTK1]

"Distance is not an issue for me. I'll go wherever is best for me," Sumler says. "I have family out there and usually take trips out there and stay with them. I love it out there."

HTTP://BLEACHERREPORT.COM/ARTICLES/3615 ... DINARY-GUY

Pretty much seals the deal don't ya think?

Link didn't work for me.

[duckgrad99]

IMO, this is someone the ducks need to land. They need a playmaker at this position.

[greenyellow]

IMO, this is someone the ducks need to land. They need a playmaker at this position.

I think we got some there with Huff and possibly Lowe, but having more wouldn't hurt.

[NCDucks09]

Ducks will always take someone with Sumler's speed. Fact is, Lowe and Huff are probably better players right now, especially Huff, he's basically the next Percy Harvin. It hurts losing Jackson and Gaines, because they were guys with big long bodies who were also play-makers. You know, guys who can crush a DB or hold their own with a safety, while blocking 1st and 2nd downs, but can be a big time clutch possession guy on 3rd and long. Or make a big play over the middle or break a tackle and take it to the house on a wr screen play. Trust me, losing those guys hurts.

[ChipKellyKapowski]

How do we know that? Sumler is regarded as one of the 10 best receivers in the '11 class right now...

[UOducksTK1]

Ducks will always take someone with Sumler's speed. Fact is, Lowe and Huff are probably better players right now, especially Huff, he's basically the next Percy Harvin. It hurts losing Jackson and Gaines, because they were guys with big long bodies who were also play-makers. You know, guys who can crush a DB or hold their own with a safety, while blocking 1st and 2nd downs, but can be a big time clutch possession guy on 3rd and long. Or make a big play over the middle or break a tackle and take it to the house on a wr screen play. Trust me, losing those guys hurts.

Not sure why you'd say that. Sumler is ranked as a four star on both scout and rivals, that's higher than Huff and Lowe. Sumler is faster than both as well. Sumler's offer list is WAY more impressive than Huff and Lowe combined:
http://rivals.yahoo.com/highschool/foot ... mler-78696

To insert that Sumler is worse than Lowe and Huff, IMO, is a horrible assumption. Sumler would be my first choice.

I'll admit Huff has looked good so far in practice, and his highlight video is fun to watch, but he hasn't even played a game yet. And until he does, I'll base my preference off speed, skill, offers, rankings, and other evaluations.

[uodux1212]

Ducks will always take someone with Sumler's speed. Fact is, Lowe and Huff are probably better players right now, especially Huff, he's basically the next Percy Harvin. It hurts losing Jackson and Gaines, because they were guys with big long bodies who were also play-makers. You know, guys who can crush a DB or hold their own with a safety, while blocking 1st and 2nd downs, but can be a big time clutch possession guy on 3rd and long. Or make a big play over the middle or break a tackle and take it to the house on a wr screen play. Trust me, losing those guys hurts.

come on now...

[GoDucksIn09]

I wonder how many tiems have heard that often familiared words of... distance is not a factor. I have heard many recruits speak these words. It almost reminds me of the Tajh Boyd situation. I can only hope that if Sumler wants to come here his mom will support him all the way. We shall see.

[UOducksTK1]

I wonder how many tiems have heard that often familiared words of... distance is not a factor. I have heard many recruits speak these words. It almost reminds me of the Tajh Boyd situation. I can only hope that if Sumler wants to come here his mom will support him all the way. We shall see.

Except he has family out here, which is a big plus.