Any idea character-wise about this guy? Our last JUCO pick-up, Akiem Hicks has now left the team, right? Just wondering whether these guys end up really helping us in the long run?
I have not heard Hicks has left the team and we will know for sure in a few weeks when enrollment for the Spring semester begins. Never heard that Hicks or Adams have character issues.
Well, I was referring to the following thread that was posted in Tiger Den, but its a weird thread and may be incorrect or referring to a different player. http://www.tigerforums.com/tigers-den/94474-akem-nicks.html
There is a thread in the Tiger Den about this today. LSU football: Defensive tackle Akiem Hicks leaving LSU | LSU Tigers Central - - NOLA.com
I'm not too worried about losing Hicks, either way, Downs came in ready to work his ass off and did and earn playing time. Didn't know much about Downs, but glad we got him. Now we need Marsh to stay in tact and in time the DT spot will be secured. Also, Nevis has been good.
LSU's line was the major weakness with O-line. I really like CA's future and Lavar. They both are going to be good. I think CA gets moved to DT behind Nevis. Downs had some flashes of quickness like Nevis. IMO, if we get these guys developed, they're going to be great. Pep didn't impress me at all...but that could be due to his injury all year. If he performs like that again, he needs to be on a short leash and benched this year. Hopefully Adams can fill the void. Most probably will take Alem's spot I'd guess.
Never mind there is still a chance and he is working on it now to get some extra credit done in time. His JUCO advisors fault, not his.