Insider's Recruiting Report

Jon Budmayr had a chance to play for Notre Dame's current football god, Charlie Weis. Ironically, it was "a lot of prayer" that led him to commit instead to the University of Wisconsin. The three-year starting quarterback from Marian Central Catholic School in Woodstock, Ill. "” a PrepStar Dream Team All-American "” verbally committed to the Badgers during a visit to Madison this past Saturday. He is the fourth member of the class of 2009, and can sign his letter of intent next February. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound Budmayr, who reportedly caught interest from more than 50 schools, had narrowed his short list to include Wisconsin, Notre Dame, Illinois, Northwestern, Nebraska, all offering, plus Iowa, Iowa State and Michigan State. Part of the allure of Wisconsin surely was a chance to play for offensive coordinator Paul Chryst, a superb... READ MORE

Terrelle Pryor is, without question, the best available quarterback for the Class of 2008.  A superlative athlete, he has the skills and size to play virtually every skill position in football or basketball. Terrelle's decision to play for Ohio State has far-reaching implications for the Buckeyes and the rest of the Big Ten. The blow to Michigan is particularly devastating.  Rich Rodriguez, the Wolverines' head coach, uses the spread offense.  Pryor, a natural for this offense, was counted on to be that quarterback next fall.  No Pryor, no established quarterback, or even a decent substitute for next season. Penn State needed the quarterback and, for prestige reasons, a hype for an off recruiting season.  Great coaches don't like off recruiting years. There is another factor to be considered.  Pryor, in the opinion of... READ MORE

Terrelle Pryor has ended all speculation by picking the Ohio State Buckeyes.  He had narrowed his picks to include Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan and Oregon several weeks ago.  Over the past few days his decision had boiled down to either Ohio State or Penn State. The fact that Ohio State is only a little farther away from his home near Pittsburgh played a role in his decision.  It is any easy drive, a very important fact because his father is wheel-chair bound. Part of the delay appears to be that he wanted his mother to see that relevant schools. There is considerable speculation about the number of seasons Terrelle will play football and whether or not he will play basketball... READ MORE