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Gopher Illustrated is reporting another new commit....Mark Lenkiewicz ....an offensive tackle I believe out of Illinois....welcome aboard !
Gopher Illustrated is reporting another new commit....Mark Lenkiewicz ....an offensive tackle I believe out of Illinois....welcome aboard !
With the kid's measureables he'll most likely be groomed for blocking TE or DE. Lacks the bulk for OL (240lbs), and he's looking at adding +50lbs if he wants to play on a Big Ten line. He's an easy fit for the outside.
For this stage in our program, tweeners are an ideal fit because they are big "potential" guys, usually rated lower (less competition for them), and their position assignments are highly flexible. I have no problem with the pickup. Guys like Lenkiewicz, with large frames and room to grow, are what give intermediate programs continuity and longevity along the lines.
A high school senior needing to put on 50 pounds over the next 2-3 years (before he is looking at serious playing time) is not an issue, assuming he has the frame to support it. Jason Smith, the #2 pick in the draft this year went from a 225 pound recruit to 305 pounds by his final year.
With the kid's measureables he'll most likely be groomed for blocking TE or DE. Lacks the bulk for OL (240lbs), and he's looking at adding +50lbs if he wants to play on a Big Ten line. He's an easy fit for the outside.
For this stage in our program, tweeners are an ideal fit because they are big "potential" guys, usually rated lower (less competition for them), and their position assignments are highly flexible. I have no problem with the pickup. Guys like Lenkiewicz, with large frames and room to grow, are what give intermediate programs continuity and longevity along the lines.
I think 6'5, 250 is ideal; shouldn't be concerned about the kid being tubby and having to change a bunch of bad eating habits. Get him to the University and under the eye of Hill (S&C coach) and the Nutritionist and it will be sure that the right kind of weight is put on.
Can someone tell me how many scholarships the Gophs will have for this next year?
Well, I think that Tim Davis, a guy who was the offensive line coach AT USC (FREAKING USC!!!) and in THE NFL!!, sees something in these guys. I'll take Tim's side on this one.