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Might we have a shot here?

Could help offset things if Randall fails to qualify...

http://college-football.blogs.cbssports ... 8/26810864

Depending on Bolden's timeline and openness to come out here, then he could be a legitimate option if Randall doesn't qualify.

I'm curious what the mutual interest level is here.

Bolden is an extremely talented QB and would definitely have a great shot of playing at Oregon after redshirting. I saw him play a few times this year and he was very impressive for a true freshman. Joe Paterno really f'ed this one up. Penn State fans are furious with Paterno and are backing Bolden here.

McGloin is a terrible QB. I have no idea what Paterno was thinking going with him. Like Bobby Bowden at Florida St, Paterno has overstayed his welcome in State College.

Bolden was definitely a guy that Oregon was after last year. Here are some quotes I found from Bolden's dad:
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"He's probably still down to five or six schools," said Bolden's father, Robert Sr. "I want to get him out to Oregon to see what it's like and see what they have to offer. Louisville as well. As soon as we see those two schools, a decision will be made."

Joining Oregon and Louisville on the list of finalists are Michigan State, Penn State, Northwestern and Vanderbilt. Though Bolden claims there's no leader , recent gossip suggests Michigan State and Penn State are in very strong position heading down the homestretch. Both certainly gained positive momentum in April.

Close recruiting races often go to the home school, but the elder Bolden warns against giving too much credence to proximity.

"I could care less about (distance)," he said. "I got him out of the house early, so him being away from home and that homesick thing shouldn't be an issue. He's used to being away from home already, so he can look hard at a school like Oregon. Oregon has him as their number one guy. They want him more than anybody else (on their list), constantly keeping in contact with him. At this point, (Oregon's chances) come down to getting out there, getting in front of them, and getting a good feel for them.

"Probably the top (factors) will be, being able to play and being comfortable in the environment."

I don't remember Bolden ever making it out to Eugene for a visit, but he's definitely familiar with the coaching staff.

I would say that Bolden is a longshot, until he actually schedules a visit out here. If Randall really isn't going to qualify, I'd love to see us go after Bolden.

karlhungis wrote:I'm curious what the mutual interest level is here.

Ducks are set at QB. Bennett has a yr in the system and is set to go. Mariota is a stud.

Randall may or may not make it in due to grades.

Bolden will just get in the way, he made his decision.

IIRC, Bolden never made it out here... And he definitely isn't on Scout's list of 2010 visitors.

(0% sure he would have been a RS at Oregon, but might have provided nice depth behind Thomas/Costa.

The TD/INT ratio at Penn State is concerning, but anybody that went to a place like PSU or tOSU expecting the offense to suddenly change to suit a HS spread phenom is deluding themselves.

I seriously doubt things will be any different until JoePa and Sweatervest hit the road.

my money is on michigan state

he's not going to michigan state:
"He's not going anywhere in the state of Michigan," was Mr. Bolden's only certainty. "I can guarantee you that. But otherwise, it's up in the air."
http://blog.pennlive.com/davidjones/201 ... out_o.html

FSU might need a backup... Texas too.

woundedknees wrote:FSU might need a backup... Texas too.

Texas would actually make a lot of sense. Garrett Gilbert is terrible.

He want's PT, and unless DT gets hurt he won't find it at UO. Use the scholie on someone who will contribute and not sit on the sideline getting mad about not playing.

It would be sweet if he came here, definitely a talent. But what's gonna happen if/when he can't beat out Bennett? Is he gonna transfer again because his dad doesn't like it? It really sounds like his dad is making all these decisions.

Based off his final list (according to Scout's probably outdated info), he was also considering Louisville, Northwestern, Oregon, Michigan State, Vanderbilt, and Wisconsin. Out of those, I would most likely rule out any Big 10 school since Penn State probably doesn't want him in-conference. Louisville and Vandy could all use a QB like him but I doubt he goes to bottom-tier schools like those 2. Oregon seems logical but the Ducks' needs have changed since Bennett is coming along nicely, Mariota looks to be the next hot QB recruit in Oregon's stable, and Randall is raw but has untapped potential. Most logical place would be someplace that needs some QB depth so schools like FSU, Texas, Tennessee, or even TCU could fit the bill.

stewbertwilloughby wrote:It would be sweet if he came here, definitely a talent. But what's gonna happen if/when he can't beat out Bennett? Is he gonna transfer again because his dad doesn't like it? It really sounds like his dad is making all these decisions.

I am not so sure that the Ducks need a QB that apparently didnt value the system in the past and most likely wouldnt value it now...We need someone with talent that "REALLY WANTS" to be a Duck.....Not someone that needs a Plan B....In addition, 5 touchdowns with 7 interceptions is far from stellar....

Sounds as if Dad is pulling the strings, here. In the Penn State/David Jones blog link posted above, he makes several pointed comments, using the word "I" a lot...

"I felt McGloin did a good job under the circumstances of him being a third-string guy," said Mr. Bolden. "I felt as though he did very well. I felt he caught some bad breaks -- the same principle that got him in the game to begin with and the same principle that Rob was dealing with.

"But Rob ended up staying out for some struggles he had. It wasn't a two-way street, I guess. We're not happy about that.

"Rob had his ups and downs just the same as anybody would have had. But he was never allowed to rebound from that. He was never, in my eyes, coached through that. He didn't learn a whole lot just sitting on the sideline the rest of the season.

"I think it would've been beneficial to allow him to play more and see how he dealt with the ups and downs he was having. But that didn't happen."

If Dad has his nose that far into the coaches' business, I am not sure Chip would put up with it.

Mr. Bolden said he has spoken to officials from some possible transfer locales but "they're reluctant to talk to him" until his son secures his official transfer. Because Bolden has not taken his redshirt year, he may use it and sit out in the 2011 season, then have three years remaining to play.

"He's not going anywhere in the state of Michigan," was Mr. Bolden's only certainty. "I can guarantee you that. But otherwise, it's up in the air."