2018 UConn Commit #24 - Dante Black (Snellville Georgia)

[metsfan2323]

Huge pickup. Him and Gillespie complement each other nicely. Grab another OL and the class looks good compared to our recent standards

Don't sell this class short, if the QB is another Orlovsky (RE thinks he is that type of prospect) this class might stack up with any class we have had. A program changing class. The future is bright.

 

[Coach J]

According to Rivals which unlike Scout, and 247 actually lists all of our recruits we now have the 82nd best class in the country, that's a big jump from the previous few years. Plus many of these guys are high upside under the radar types which in the end will probably rate out even higher. RE and staff getting it done!

 

[Coach J]

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Since 2012 when Paul P, had the 62nd best incoming class in the country for the 2013 season. A class that included Noel Thomas, Junior Joseph, Folorunso Fatukasi, and Jamar Summers.

 

[gioff23]

so, best class since we were relegated to G5 status?

 

[gtcam]

Welcome
The kid does run a lot like Todman and boy did I like his style!

 

[Bonehead]

Welcome Dawg!

 

[Exit 4]

According to Rivals which unlike Scout, and 247 actually lists all of our recruits we now have the 82nd best class in the country, that's a big jump from the previous few years. Plus many of these guys are high upside under the radar types which in the end will probably rate out even higher. RE and staff getting it done!

Yeah those bastards are 247 seem to going out of their way to neglect our recruits and commitment list. It only takes seconds to update it, but they refuse. We are now us outside the top 100. A lot of conf USA schools are way ahead of us. Of the current class I think Kevon Jones is the most underrated by far, with a small under appreciation for Travis Jones. Ugauk probably should be a 83 score if 247 took the time to look at Canadians.

Overall Rivals is covering us best. And their rating system is a little more balanced.

 

[gtcam]

Yeah those bastards are 247 seem to going out of their way to neglect our recruits and commitment list. It only takes seconds to update it, but they refuse. We are now us outside the top 100. A lot of conf USA schools are way ahead of us. Of the current class I think Kevon Jones is the most underrated by far, with a small under appreciation for Travis Jones. Ugauk probably should be a 83 score if 247 took the time to look at Canadians.

Overall Rivals is covering us best. And their rating system is a little more balanced.

I hear you but hopefully by the time this class are sophomores/juniors (depending on red shirts) everyone will take notice - this has happened to RE and UConn before.

 

[UConnRock]

Welcome
The kid does run a lot like Todman and boy did I like his style!

The Edsall style RBs will be greatly appreciated after lack of impact runners under Pasqualoni, but especially under Diaco. Mensah and the recruits this year are much needed steps in combining size and speed at the RB position. It will no longer be a choice between speed with no size (Newsome) and size with no speed (Hopkins, Johnson and others). The best RB UConn has had since Todman was McCombs who was also an Edsall recruit.

 

[Exit 4]

 

[JMick]

The Edsall style RBs will be greatly appreciated after lack of impact runners under Pasqualoni, but especially under Diaco. Mensah and the recruits this year are much needed steps in combining size and speed at the RB position. It will no longer be a choice between speed with no size (Newsome) and size with no speed (Hopkins, Johnson and others). The best RB UConn has had since Todman was McCombs who was also an Edsall recruit.

I still have hope for Hopkins

 

[freescooter]

Looks explosive hitting holes. I like our running backs a lot.

 

[Dove]

Here's hoping Dante's in peak physical shape to take a starting spot ASAP!!! Welcome Dante!!!

 

[SirHypeAlot]

welcome dawg!

 

[Excalibur]

Not sure I see the Todman comparisons as Todman was shiftier and changed directions more, and was one of the 3 or 4 fastest players in the history of the program. Black looks to be more of a downhill runner. Decent acceleration, top end speed looks very good. He spent a good portion of his highlight video outrunning defensive backs against what looked like pretty high level competition.

 

[UConn66]

Obligatory reference to military academies as well.

Very much in the mold of an Edsall recruit.

Seems like old times, good player, good academics!

 

[uconnphil2016]

I still have hope for Hopkins

Hopkins is an awesome goal line back when healthy. He had 7 TDs last year and was injured for most of the season!

 

[Stainmaster]

Hopkins is an awesome goal line back when healthy. He had 7 TDs as a freshman last year and was injured for most of the season!

 

[huskymedic]

 

[uchusky32]

Welcome to the Pound, Dante!

 

[Coach J]

Like this kids tape.
Can catch it too.

Has a nose for the end zone as well, and knows how to hit a hole - very impressive. I'm surprised he didn't have more offers from higher caliber schools, kind of doesn't make sense - anyway it works for us.

 

[MilliniumPrince]

Welcome Home Husky

If he can outrun DBs at the level of football in Georgia, he has the goods.

 

[huskymedic]

Georgia running back latest to commit to UConn football program

 

[noeynox]

receiver Heron Maurisseau-O’Neal is fast.

 

[Hornet22]

receiver Heron Maurisseau-O’Neal is fast.

I concur.
Again, these guys will come in green and hungry. There will be lumps to take. However, they will all be coached technique and fundamentals by some of the best. Not to mention I assume they will all be super dedicated to the weight room as the accountability that RE demands is perfect for these type of kids.
I always project out a few years.
These guys will begin to change the face of the program.
The team will be more competitive as the returnees will either be pushed to play better or spots will be take. More games will be won. Better recruits will take notice and we’ll start getting more talent.
It’s a process.
It has begun.

 

[Chief00]

Still, room for 4 more recruits as 3 are already at UConn. So two offensive lineman, a linebacker and then the best available player.

Welcome to Storrs, Dante!

Defensive Lineman

 

[Coach J]

Defensive Lineman

How about Steven Gilmore? Great bloodlines 3-star, and oh yeah we desperately need a stud DB.

 

[TheDoggPound]

Steven Gilmore
Jalen Scott
Sidney Murray

 

[Hornet22]

How about Steven Gilmore? Great bloodlines 3-star, and oh yeah we desperately need a stud DB.

We already have plenty DB’s in the crop. We need an edge rusher and two beefy lineman
Oh, and Jalen Rayam would be great!

 

[Jimdish255]

Hopkins is an awesome goal line back when healthy. He had 7 TDs last year and was injured for most of the season!

Hopkins looked like he took a couple of good licks early in the year and either never fully recovered or got hurt again. A healthy Hopkins, Mensah and a couple of new contributors like Dante would be great to spot in.