Oregon’s running QB briefly stymies UCLA defense

PASADENA, CA–The Bruins’  defense has gotten stronger with every game, but experienced some first quarter difficulties in defending a running QB.  The 6-4 Ducks were able to run all over the defense during the first quarter, until the defensive coordinator figured out that a QB spy defensive set really helps to contain a running QB.

Another way to contain a running QB is to simply knock him out of the game, which Marty Hampton did here:

Prior to being knocked out, the QB managed to throw 3 INTs.  His replacement also tacked on an INT.  Michael Norris had 2 of those INTs.  The defense did such a good job, that Coach Boreale was able to take out the starters at the half, when the score was 31-0.  The final score was 37-0.  Mario Sanford hit 3 FGs.  As a result of the win, the now 10-1 Bruins moved up to #18 in the Media poll and to #20 in the BCS and Coaches polls.  Although riding a 10-game win-streak, the Bruins can’t seem to shake the hit they took from their opening game loss to Arkansas.  Up next is, for all intents and purposes, the Pac-10 championship against the filthy Trojans of USC.  Stay tuned for a full report.

First two class of 2012 commits

Clint Henry, Anderson, Indiana

#1 CB, 5′11″ 170 lbs

40: 4.20

Awareness: A-

Vertical: 41.6″

Hands: A-

Bench: 215

Squat: 315

Potential: Average

Discipline: Good

Clint is a two sport star at Highland High in Anderson.  His excellent hands make him an excellent receiver, but his height is a limitation at the next level, so he opts to play cornerback more often.  Clint’s family has never fit in in Anderson because they have consistently refused to join the Anderson Church of God.  He cannot wait to embrace California culture and hook up with some legit OC chicks.

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Mario Sampson, Federal Way, Washington

#8 DE, 6′3″ 240 lbs

40: 4.65

Awareness: D+

Vertical: 34.5

Bench: 340

Squat: 520

Potential: Poor

Discipline: Good

Mario is the #8 DE in the nation overall, but he is the #1 DE who is of half-Mexican, half-Black descent.  He is one of the most popular students at Thomas Jefferson High.  A fairly good student, Mario will graduate with a International Baccalaureate diploma.  Upon hearing that Coach Boreale is also an IB diploma holder, Mario was quick to commit to UCLA.  Seeing the defensive dominance and the chicks that Karl Thurmond pulled was a huge factor as well.  UCLA Kicker Mario Sanford is not happy with the similarity of their names, and has mentioned the possibility of re-embracing his traditional family surname.

 After the ASU win, the Bruins have moved up to a #21 BCS and Coaches ranking, and are #20 in the Media poll.  They also received a soft verbal from #1 SS Ramon Green.  The current projection is for the Holiday Bowl against Iowa State, pending the outcome of the upcoming USC game.

ASU girls can’t distract Bruins

PASADENA, CA–The 5-4 Sun Devils were no match for the 8-1 UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl, which is quickly becoming a tough place for visiting teams.  Three major recruits scheduled their official visits during the ASU weekend: #1 SS Ramon Green; #1 CB Clint Henry; and #8 DE Mario Sampson.  The Bruins did not disappoint.

 Once again, the defense was the real motivating force.  They had 5 sacks, two of which were by Andy Keane, shown here:

The offense was remarkably efficient.  Willis Johnson went 9 for 13 for 162 yards and 1TD.  Offensive Captain Trey Brown had 4 receptions for 69 yards and this TD:

Check out that 14 inch vertical!  Trey was not very productive for the rest of the game because he drank a 40 of “OE” as part of his TD celebration.  Karl Thurmond also drank a 40, although he didn’t score a TD all game. 

Jimmy Stevens and Chris Markey have developed into a real “Thunder and Lightning” combo.  Chris had 22 carries for 128 yards rushing and a TD, while Jimmy had 16 carries for 81 yards and 3 TDs.  “Jerk Giant” Gary Tinsley had 9 pancakes during the game, then ate 12 pancakes afterward.  He also shook down the redshirt freshmen for pancake and gas money.

All in all, the Bruins’ performance was enough to cause Clint Henry and Mario Sampson to commit after the game.  Final score 35-0.  Also, Karl Thurmond hooked up with these chicks from Tempe, which caused some drama with Taquisha.