Butte ATH Mellott commits
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this guy pretty much checks every box in what you are looking for in a recruit.
A couple years from now, I could see looking back on this years crop of recruits from MT, and have Mellott ranked at the top of the list. He definitely has the potential to be a really good one.
A couple years from now, I could see looking back on this years crop of recruits from MT, and have Mellott ranked at the top of the list. He definitely has the potential to be a really good one.
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Maybe, but he has a way of weaseling out of things like this. “I don’t recruit kids that play for ex-Bobcat coaches.” Or, “we already got our guy (Rostad).” Kinda like you weaseled out of paying up on that you had with wbtfg.
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Seems like a great kid. Excited that we got him.
I would imagine that he spends a RS year at QB, and then moves to WR or Safety. Really good athlete.
I would imagine that he spends a RS year at QB, and then moves to WR or Safety. Really good athlete.
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Haha, seriously FTG_1984 you don't have ANYONE fooled. You are so transparent, probably the saddest effort of disguising oneself as a Cat fan as I've ever seen.iaafan wrote: ↑Fri Nov 08, 2019 7:54 amMaybe, but he has a way of weaseling out of things like this. “I don’t recruit kids that play for ex-Bobcat coaches.” Or, “we already got our guy (Rostad).” Kinda like you weaseled out of paying up on that you had with wbtfg.
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Probably, but if he continues to improve like he has been, I wouldn’t count him out. Reminds me of an FCS version of Johnny Manziel.
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The STEM aspect of recruiting probably plays a bigger role that you might imagine. I've had a number of current and past players in my (STEM) classroom and, prior to earning my PhD, tutored on the (mostly freshman) football study table put in place by Coach Ash. I remember believing that I'd have an easy time of working the study table, then spent most of my time helping with calculus and general chemistry courses. I guess this is why I really love FCS football so much. A lot of these kids know that this is probably the end of the line for them, so they are smart enough to pursue a degree that will allow them to see success after their playing career is over. You can get a fantastic degree over at UM, but if you want to major in STEM (especially engineering) and play Division I football, it's pretty tough to go wrong with MSU.
AFCAT wrote: ↑Sat Jul 20, 2019 9:06 pmI’ve never been on e-griz, but If they are posting stuff like that, then that is just sad. Sheesh, this young man doesn’t just want to play football, he wants to go to a STEM school and have a good lifetime career. What’s wrong with that? It’s his life. Some of these fanboys really need to grow up.
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As much as he has improved from his JR year, it's certainly not out of the question. He's gotten a lot better. Again, very good athlete.
I just think Robison is equally as athletic, if not more, and has better mechanics as a QB. That's the main reason I see Mellott switching positions, is the other QB we're bringing in.
Again, I don't mean it as a diss, it's just a way to get him on the field sooner. He would be more productive at WR or S than he would at QB, imo.
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Don't count out Beltran!bobcat99 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 08, 2019 11:45 amAs much as he has improved from his JR year, it's certainly not out of the question. He's gotten a lot better. Again, very good athlete.
I just think Robison is equally as athletic, if not more, and has better mechanics as a QB. That's the main reason I see Mellott switching positions, is the other QB we're bringing in.
Again, I don't mean it as a diss, it's just a way to get him on the field sooner. He would be more productive at WR or S than he would at QB, imo.
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Sounds like he has untangibles and tangibles. That recipe beats straight talent every time. Happy to have him coming our way. I may live in the Gallatin Valley but I’m all Butte for this game.
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I love it. Butte is a town that embraces a hero as much as any other. It has more pride than the rest of the larger cities in Montana, and when they get behind a hometown kid, they are so passionate. I'm excited about what Tommy will do on (and off) the field for MSU, but I think this is a coup for MSU to swing a whole bunch of Butte kids to pulling for the good guys because they idolize this guy.
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Foley: If Mellott does not win the Montana Gatorade Player of the Year award, they should get rid of the award.
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I don't understand this train of thought. I hope a kid like this, a natural born leader, extremely high character and intelligence, and freakishly athletic, can be the next great Bobcat qb.
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I think Safety was the initial thought when he committed prior to his senior year. Now I'm guessing the coaches might rethink that.
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Well...hope ain't got nothing to do with it.
I hope they're all the best ever, but I try to be realistic.
What I posted earlier is just how I think it turns out. Might be wrong, might be right, I just don't see him as an FCS QB.
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Kinda reminds me of Kevin Thompson. I'll take that any day.bobcat99 wrote: ↑Wed Nov 20, 2019 9:53 pmWell...hope ain't got nothing to do with it.
I hope they're all the best ever, but I try to be realistic.
What I posted earlier is just how I think it turns out. Might be wrong, might be right, I just don't see him as an FCS QB.
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The odds are against Mellott, but it could easily happen considering his work ethic. I wouldn’t put anything past him.bobcat99 wrote: ↑Wed Nov 20, 2019 9:53 pmWell...hope ain't got nothing to do with it.
I hope they're all the best ever, but I try to be realistic.
What I posted earlier is just how I think it turns out. Might be wrong, might be right, I just don't see him as an FCS QB.
There’s only been one full time starting QB from Montana at MSU or down I 90 the past 18 years and that only lasted one year. Probably a total of 50 QBs during that time.
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