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Well, the second week of drills are complete and there's lots to catch up on. WVU also picked up a QB commit for next year's recruiting class. Lot's of news from all over the football landscape, including some news on Villanova's pending/delayed decision to make the jump to FBS.
What You May Have Missed:
Holgorsen: Offense 'ahead of schedule' - Charleston Gazette
The Holgorsen Evaluation - WVMETRONEWS.COM
Includes video
VIDEO: Spring Practice Day Six Interviews with Dana Holgorsen and Jeff Casteel - WVillustrated.com
Football: Dana Holgorsen and Jeff Casteel Quotes - MSNsportsNET.Com
For those who are unable to view the videos
Week Two Complete - WVMETRONEWS.COM
Article, podcast, videos and gallery
WVU football: 'Diamond' scheme adds new dynamic - Charleston Daily Mail
Holgorsen showed off the "diamond" formation that featured three running backs. Oklahoma State scored 65 points and racked up 544 yards of offense.
Differing Philosophies - BGN
Few would dispute that the West Virginia University football team will play the 2011 season with two of the premier coordinators in college football on the coaching staff in defensive boss Jeff Casteel and offensive guru Dana Holgorsen. But the two men have one noteworthy difference in the way they each find success.
VIDEO: Spring Practice Day Five Interviews - WVillustrated.com
Najee Goode, Ryan Clarke, Daquan, J.D. Woods, Stedman Bailey, Julian Miller, Brian Athey, Branko Busick and Paul Millard
My spring Top 25 ballot - Big East Blog - ESPN
Brian likes us at #23
WVU AD Oliver Luck Proposes Beer Sales in Stadium - WVillustrated.com
News of Note:
WVU defense should maintain high level - Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Defending a Reputation - MSNsportsNET.Com
Najee Goode is taking it upon himself to make sure the younger LB's understand what it means and takes to be a top defense
WVU Linebacker Branko Busick Looking for a Big Year - WVillustrated.com
Speaking of the younger LB's
WVU was right fit for LB Francis - Charleston Gazette
Important Spring for NT Position - WVillustrated.com
Wright move? - Charleston Gazette
Junior bulks up for switch to nose tackle
Tandy's smarts give him a leg up - Charleston Gazette
WVU Spring Football Practices Heat Up - WVillustrated.com
Pads be poppin'
Mountaineers still learning new offense, trying to fill vacancies - Bluefield Daily Telegraph
One The Same Page - WVMETRONEWS.COM
The chemistry of former HS teammates Stedman Bailey and Geno Smith is discussed. (includes video)
Mountaineer receivers adjust to new offense - Daily Athenaeum
Holgorsen Seeks Production From RBs - MSNsportsNET.Com
...in direct contrast to Jeff Mullen's philosophy. (I kid, I kid)
In new offense, WVU backs all get a chance - Times West Virginian
Offense gives chance for all to contribute - Daily Athenaeum
Small, But Mighty - WVMETRONEWS.COM
Daquan Hargrett is profiled, includes video
WVU Rusher Daquan Hargrett Fighting for Starting Role - WVillustrated.com
WVU football: Holgorsen's arrival happened at just right time for Hargrett - Charleston Daily Mail
Freshman Millard takes on backup QB role - Times West Virginian
Quick Hits: WVU Spring Practice Day Five - WVillustrated.com
Coyle's Notebook
Quick Hits: WVU Spring Practice Day Six - WVillustrated.com
Coyle's Notbook
Video: WVU WR Tavon Austin - Big East Blog - ESPN
Brian Bennett talks with WVU wide receiver Tavon Austin.
Photo Gallery X: WVU Spring Football - BGN
Recruiting:
Houston QB Ford Childress Commits to Mountaineers - WVillustrated.com
WVU Still in Pursuit of 6-foot-11 Philip Jurick - WVillustrated.com
...and yes, for the incoming class (he could possibly make the number 8)
N.C.A.A. Cracks Down on Recruiting Sites - Pre-Snap Read
"the N.C.A.A. has decided that such sites fit into the latter category makes them off-limits, in the sense that Rivals or Scout.com provide recruiting videos not available to the general public."
Around the League (and Beyond):
Villanova's Big East Football Vote Delayed - The Nova Blog
PPL Problem Persists - VUhoops.com
Look for my interview with Brian of VUHoops later today
Dwight Jackson and Nick Temple; Impact Linebackers - Down The Drive
A mid spring look at the Cincinnati Bearcats linebackers.
Practice Roundup: Spring Football Is Over, And No One Was Grievously Injured! - Voodoo Five
Louisville football's young offensive linemen have to grow up together - Courier-Journal
Running back Graham a perfect fit for Pitt's new spread offense - PPG
Huskies Have It Covered On Special Teams - Hartford Courant
After two major setbacks, Rutgers' Robert Joseph ready to fight for fullback position - Star Ledger
Seton Hall Basketball: Evaluating the Transfer Pool - South Orange Juice
2011 Georgetown Hoya Commit Greg Whittington Named All-Met Player of the Year; Otto Porter on Campus - Casual Hoya
Does 'Cuse know they have a recruit named Otto? Wouldn't that be delicious?
Cancer will not interrupt Lavin's duties at St. John's - NY Post
We do wish him a complete recovery
Videos of Interest:
Here's the highlight video of the latest football commit, Ford Childress:
Video of (Dis)Interest:
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Miss Throwdown:
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