Commit #10 - Aaron Garland

[Dooley]

Ah!!! So one of his key recruiters was...Vontae Diggs! Very very cool...

Here's what he tweeted...

DIGGS THE SAVAGE5⃣ @VDiggs5 · 2h
Just got the best DB in the state to commit! Welcome to the pack @AaronGarland26 #BleedBlue

 

[Dooley]

Ah!!! So one of his key recruiters was...Vontae Diggs! Very very cool...

Kevin Murphy too! Our first commit is also a big recruiter too!!

 

[huskymedic]

Where is huskymedic? I miss seeing those banters on twitter too. Can't wait to see who else we get in the coming days-Christian Wilkins???

The job that pays the bills is killing me!!

 

[huskymedic]

UConnFootball 4:52pm via Twitter for iPhone
#AAC wide receivers won't like what's heading to Storrs from the windy city... #UCONNFootballNNFootball

 

[cttxus]

UConnFootball 4:52pm via Twitter for iPhone
#AAC wide receivers won't like what's heading to Storrs from the windy city... #UCONNFootballNNFootball

Yup, looking at his HUDL video he covers guys like a wet blanket and he hits like a sledgehammer. Has really good hands, too. A great addition to the team and a great recruiting statement in the Chicago area. BTW, when was the last time, if ever, we saw this much Husky player/recruit involvement in the recruiting process? Just awesome. The coaching staff is doing an outstanding job and deserves a lot of credit after only six months in action. Such a different vibe is coming out of Storrs this year!! Go Huskies!!!

 

[Sprague03]

UConnFootball 4:52pm via Twitter for iPhone
#AAC wide receivers won't like what's heading to Storrs from the windy city... #UCONNFootballNNFootball

medic- whats your new twitter handle if its not Dream BIG?

 

[UConnDan97]

You're forgiven ... just predict 13-1 seasons!

13 - 1 ???? Blasphemy!!! It's 13-0 or nothing at all. If you're not going to go undefeated, why bother playing the season???

 

[Durks07]

13 - 1 ???? Blasphemy!!! It's 13-0 or nothing at all. If you're not going to go undefeated, why bother playing the season???

and he's back!

 

[Jimdish255]

Body position, balance, anticipation. Looks comfortable moving laterally and reads the QB well. Just a reaction to the hudl highlights.

I like that we are filling out the class now and taking these guys with potential and character off the board. Get them into the system and physical program early. Less distractions for players and coaches and a smoother transition. This is a long haul approach but will also get some guys ready sooner.

 

[huskyblooz]

#11 announcing today?

 

[Dynasty]

#11 announcing today?

Maybe. Could just be a hunch.

Tyler Davis @Tyler_Davis9 · 57m
Feeling like another recruit can become a Husky today! Go Huskies!

#BleedBlue

 

[Dynasty]

Maybe. Could just be a hunch.

Tyler Davis @Tyler_Davis9 · 57m
Feeling like another recruit can become a Husky today! Go Huskies!

#BleedBlue

This is a response to this tweet. I can't tell who this is however.

One One ‏@2chenzz11 58m
@Tyler_Davis9 dude just @ me #commiting

 

[cttxus]

David Corley, Jr ‏@CoachDCorleyJr 27m
I'm feeling like good news in on the way Husky Nation!

The anticipation is killing me! Even coach seems to be in on something!

 

[Clockshop]

This is my guess:

Earl Myers ‏@Gone_4_Six 1h
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/3167254/highlights/85604383… Holy Trinity WR Class Of 2015

 

[Dynasty]

This is my guess:

Earl Myers ‏@Gone_4_Six 1h
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/3167254/highlights/85604383… Holy Trinity WR Class Of 2015

Don't think so. He wouldn't have to send his HUDL to Corley if he was already being recruited.

 

[Clockshop]

Don't think so. He wouldn't have to send his HUDL to Corley if he was already being recruited.

true…my other guess was Nick Gray

 

[BNich]

Maybe. Could just be a hunch.

Tyler Davis @Tyler_Davis9 · 57m
Feeling like another recruit can become a Husky today! Go Huskies!

#BleedBlue

Just saw this on twitter. Any thoughts?

 

[BNich]

This is my guess:

Earl Myers ‏@Gone_4_Six 1h
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/3167254/highlights/85604383… Holy Trinity WR Class Of 2015

He's not tall enough.

 

[cttxus]

I'll probably get hammered for this but do you think the staff may be looking to bring on a 4th or 5th year QB transfer from a major program; maybe someone looking for immediate playing time and exposure? Found this on SI.com and noticed how many TBDs there are out there.
Lack of patience, playing time contributing to increase in QB transfers
http://www.si.com/college-football/...rterback-transfers-kliff-kingsbury-texas-tech

A partial list of notable transfers since the 2013 season
Player Former school New school
Austin Apodaca Washington St. --- TBD
Jaleel AwiniAir Force --- Colorado
Michael Brewer*Texas Tech --- TBD
Ford Childress West Virginia --- junior college
Cam CoffmanIndiana --- TBD
Jacob Coker*Florida St. --- Alabama
Luke Del RioAlabama --- Oregon St.
Michael EubankArizona St. --- Samford
Tyler FergusonPenn State --- Louisville
Andrew Hendrix*Notre Dame --- Miami (OH)
Zach KlineCal --- Oregon St.
Vad LeeGeorgia Tech --- James Madison
Baker MayfieldTexas Tech --- Oklahoma
Tyler Murphy*Florida --- Boston College
Philip NelsonMinnesota --- Rutgers
Clayton NicholasTexas Tech --- Bowling Green
Ammon OlsonBYU --- Southern Utah
Nick PattiBoise St. --- UCF
Manny StockerNC State --- TBD
Pete Thomas*NC State --- TBD
Jason ThompsonWyoming --- Utah
Kendal Thompson*Oklahoma --- TBD
Max Wittek*USC --- TBD
* - expected graduate transfer eligible to play immediately

 

[DoctorWho85]

Great get! I think the below sums up...

Coach Reardon was his main rcruiter and they immediately hit it off.

“As soon as Coach Reardon came to my school, we began to build a good relationship.”

In addition to Northwestern and Iowa, garland was seeing a lot of interest and offers from Western Michigan, Nevada, Northern Illinois, Central Michagan, Toledo and Buffalo.

“Northwestern was definitely there the most,” Garland added.

Coach Diaco played a key role in drawing Garland to UCONN based on his time at Notre Dame.

“With the new staff there, UCONN became a target of mine,” Garland said. “Before, I really didn’t see too much UCONN football. I knew they played in a good conference and they played solid football, but that was about it. I knew Coach Diaco from ND and when he went he became the head coach up there it immediately interested me. They are ready to win and his staff has changed a lot already. I’m definitely looking forward to the future.”

Vontae Diggs and Kevin Murphy were both in Garland’s ear to get him to Storrs.

“Vontaie was on my 7-on-7 team and we played together when I was a sophomore and he was a junior in the Chicago area. Him and Kevin both showing that they wanted me to go there made my decision even easier.”

Before he was done, Garland had two final words.

“GO HUSKIES!”

Welcome aboard Aaron!

I like that Aaron stated that we play solid football. It's nice to see that even after the last three years UConn can still have some good reputation among recruits. Can't wait to see this kid on the field.

 

[huskymedic]

NHRJimFuller9:29am via TweetDeck
#UConn commit Aaron Garland (@AaronGarland26) set up game-winning TD with interception in playoff opener runwayramblings.blogspot.com/2014/11/uconn-…

 

[ZOOCONN]

WOWOWOWOW that kid looks great, can stick with kids, great closing speed, phenomenal tackling form, can lay the wood and is a turn over machine. Big time excitement on this one.

 

[Hoophound]

NHRJimFuller9:29am via TweetDeck #UConn commit Aaron Garland (@AaronGarland26) set up game-winning TD with interception in playoff opener runwayramblings.blogspot.com/2014/11/uconn-…

They keep reeling in really good athletes!!! Great job by the staff. Welcome aboard Aaron!

 

[huskymedic]

Check the video... LOL

heroh_38 minutes ago
I would like to introduce you to the Young LION, UCONN commit, Aaron Garland... "Those Shoulders pads can't protect you from me" #Savage
instagram.com/p/vXUiteIjD3/

 

[huskymedic]

AaronGarland26 11:24am via Twitter for iPhone
Can't wait to be in Storrs this weekend for my official!!!