Another Swanigan thread...

[topurdue2]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

 

[atkinsbj]

we love it.

 

[TopSecretBoiler]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here.

Someone should buy you a JUMP TO CONCLUSIONS mat. holy crap. Here's a more likely scenario. Izzo didn't expect Biggie to commit and had already made other plans. When Biggie found out he wasn't going to be the focus he thought he was going to be after conversations with Izzo, he changed his mind.

 

[GemstateBoiler]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

And there's recipes for Meth on the internet also. This is a strange post.

 

[TopSecretBoiler]

Izzo, limited in what he can say about Swanigan per NCAA rules, said the situation isn't anything to be alarmed about.

"I really can't talk about it, but we're kind of going through a little bit of a thing, football's been through it," Izzo said. "Nothing I'm worried about, I just can't talk about it."

 

[seminolesboilers]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

wE will take him...however...we can get a shooting 5 star *****

 

[Bill4411]

Actually I believe if Caleb had his preference he would go to California to play with his buddies. MSU was a compromise choice as Rosie wanted him at PU but before anyone sees that Rosie is being manipulative, the reason Caleb came to be with him to begin with was because Caleb's family was having a negative impact on him. Caleb's family is from the west and I suspect that Rosie wants to make sure he stays the very positive course he is on currently. Rosie has the kids best interests at heart and MSU would have been a good choice as would playing for 'Zo in California but for Caleb being a year younger having skipped his junior year to be eligible for next year and being 2,500 miles away might not be a ideal for him. Purdue does make the most sense for Caleb as he won't be playing center but power forward where his future lies.

 

[SIBoiler2]

My guess is that Swanigan realized the playing situation was better for him at Purdue. M$U had the bigger draw due to recent history. I'd be more inclined to think Barnes wanted him at M$U to promote himself in front of a bigger national following than at Purdue. When he got there it just didn't feel right with the "family" atmosphere and all and the kid won out over the handler. But that's just my guess and I know just as much and just little as everyone else on here today. Hopefully WE'LL KNOW MORE TOMORROW!!!

 

[jadeezra]

You guys are kinda leaving the girlfriend thing he's in a serious relationship (Ya I know at that age) with and is only a junior in hs this year part out. I've heard he does not want to be very far from her so I'm not sure how serious this cal talk is

 

[cprh9u]

Weird post. I don't buy he wants to be at MSU but Rosie wants him at Purdue so now he is switching at all.

 

[topurdue2]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

 

[lbodel]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

I mean, he's not really a "handler" in the traditional sense. He's also his guardian, basically his acting parent.

 

[GemstateBoiler]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

And you don't know that he does or he is. Did you forget to take your medication?

 

[Cleanface]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

The only thing I know for sure, is that you don't know $hit.

 

[Dr_billy_badass]

Handler, guardian, whatever... Rosie has made it clear that his number one priority is instilling in Swanigan the fact that this is a business decision. And he needs to do what's best for him, but also take that into consideration as the bigger picture. Every quote from Barnes, and given his background you can understand, has mentioned that this is a business decision.

EDIT: and to be clear, I don't think he means in the sense of who is offering the most money, he means in the sense of what situation is going to give him the best potential outcome to be successful.

 

[Casey and his Brother]

You guys are kinda leaving the girlfriend thing he's in a serious relationship (Ya I know at that age) with and is only a junior in hs this year part out. I've heard he does not want to be very far from her so I'm not sure how serious this cal talk is

It's about the same drive to get to MSU as it is Purdue from FW.

 

[Dr_billy_badass]

It's about the same drive to get to MSU as it is Purdue from FW.

I would say it's easier. There is no real good way, unless things have changed, to get from east to west, i.e. ft. wayne area to Purdue. Sure there are roads and routs but no real highways. Ft. Wayne to Lansing is straight up 69. Boom. I would bet it even takes less time. But either way nothing significant enough to base a decision off of.

 

[jadeezra]

It's about the same drive to get to MSU as it is Purdue from FW.

Yes exactly which imo makes msu and pu the only real options. From I hear this is indeed a girl thing. I live outside of ft wayne , I was more less excluding cal

 

[Casey and his Brother]

I would say it's easier. There is no real good way, unless things have changed, to get from east to west, i.e. ft. wayne area to Purdue. Sure there are roads and routs but no real highways. Ft. Wayne to Lansing is straight up 69. Boom. I would bet it even takes less time. But either way nothing significant enough to base a decision off of.

Agreed. It's all interstate up to MSU. I always get stuck behind a combine or something once I get off of 24 and it's all two lanes the rest of the way. Or else they're blocking the street in Delphi to sell chicken.

 

[jadeezra]

Other than speed the path to ft wayne is a pretty quick easy one. I'm guessing they take about the same time

 

[SIBoiler2]

I would say it's easier. There is no real good way, unless things have changed, to get from east to west, i.e. ft. wayne area to Purdue. Sure there are roads and routs but no real highways. Ft. Wayne to Lansing is straight up 69. Boom. I would bet it even takes less time. But either way nothing significant enough to base a decision off of.

I used to think that as well having moved away from the Lafayette area in 1990 but after driving the Hoosier Heartland corridor or whatever they call that road last fall coming from my cousin's place near Ft Wayne I'd say the route is much smoother and direct than it used to be.

 

[jadeezra]

Logansport tom 24 to Lafayette is a 4 lane highway now

 

[Casey and his Brother]

I used to think that as well having moved away from the Lafayette area in 1990 but after driving the Hoosier Heartland corridor or whatever they call that road last fall coming from my cousin's place near Ft Wayne I'd say the route is much smoother and direct than it used to be.

I haven't been down since they finished that. Is it all four lanes now?

 

[Casey and his Brother]

Logansport tom 24 to Lafayette is a 4 lane highway now

Good to know. That would make it much better. Does Logansport still stink?

 

[SIBoiler2]

I haven't been down since they finished that. Is it all four lanes now?

Yep!!! Smooth as silk. Only problem for me was I hadn't updated the Garmin in quite awhile and it indicated I was driving across cornfields at times!!!

 

[jadeezra]

Yes it's that landfill and that Tyson plant the smell is terrible

 

[Dr_billy_badass]

Yeah I heard they were updating 24 and some of the other path, but I still don't think it's as easy as maxing out the cruise control on I69.

 

[Statey]

It's now being reported by Nathan Baird (?) on twitter that he isn't visiting today. WTH?

 

[mathboy]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

This post is so full of errors and misconceptions I just don't know where to start. Did you fall off your bandwagon or something? Hey TP2, how do you feel about beating your wife? That is an equivalent statement to what you are asking.

Geese! I don't know when I have read so much made-up shit and so many troll bait statements all in one post all at one time. Best you lie down and get your nap.

 

[BoilerDaddy]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

Frankly, since I have no idea what the real story is, I don't really care.

I'm reaching the point where I really don't even want to hear about these recruiting battles until players commit, like it was 20 years ago. When Swanigan has a confirmed decision I want to know and if it's Purdue, great.

One thing I do wonder, however, is what the offense and defense look like if Swanigan does commit. I must admit that I really like Edwards at the 4, but I wonder if Edwards could make the transition to point guard, somewhat like Kelsey Bsrlow.

 

[lbodel]

How do we feel about Swanigan wanting in his heart to play for Michigan State, but comes to Purdue (if it is Purdue) because Roosevelt Barnes insists he comes here. Swanigan has wanted to go to MSU since day one, but Barnes wanted him to go to Cal or Purdue. That's why we were hearing that he was going to commit to either Cal or Purdue. Then Swanigan said don't believe the rumors. Then when he committed he said it was always MSU. Barnes is a handler. He's like this necessary evil that Purdue will have to deal with if they want talented players out of Fort Wayne. Unfortunately, it hasn't worked out so great in the past. So, how do we feel about getting player's who necessarily don't want to be here, but end up here anyways.

First off, of course are already complaining about him possibly coming to Purdue. For the last couple weeks, all it's been is constant complaining about not getting 5 star recruits. Now it's do we really think all of the baggage that comes with it is worth it.

Secondly, for people talking about his "top 3" and what not. Keep in mind he had offers from a ton of great programs. Also, he came to Purdue on his own multiple times. That's not a fun trip to make and if he had no interest, he wouldn't have done it.

 

[Dr_billy_badass]

Can someone explain to me where all the UK stuff is coming from? I mean I get that they are UK so if they wanted to make a push they could at any time, but why is everyone making a big deal out of Purdue not being a likely destination when they weren't even in the top 3, and yet neither was Kentucky? Why does no one care that UK wasn't in his final three but yet they have some better shot at him anyway?

 

[pboiler18]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

Barnes isn't his handler. He's his damn legal guardian and has been for over 3 1/2 years. Yes, Barnes is a sports agent. He is also a multi-millionaire with a ton of high profile clients. Certainly higher profile than a 6'9" tweener picking a college. You think he'd ruin his reputation being a "handler"? Cmon.

Also, if he's such a "handler" or a Purdue shill, why did his own two sons not end up at Purdue?

 

[Poprudy]

Yes he is his guardian by act of litigation but lets not fool yourselves...he is most definitely his handler or it wouldn't be a business decision.

 

[pboiler18]

Yes he is his guardian by act of litigation but lets not fool yourselves...he is most definitely his handler or it wouldn't be a business decision.

What delusional fan base do you belong to?

Why would he not steer his kids here as well then?
Why would we pay THIS 5 star and not all the other ones we have missed out on?

Can people not accept that Purdue ACTUALLY has a good situation for this kid to step into and be successful?

 

[Da_Bull]

If he does go to Purdue will you all say it was a dirty recruitment like Dawson's was?

 

[pboiler18]

If he does go to Purdue will you all say it was a dirty recruitment like Dawson's was?

if Painter gets suspended for a game after he signs, sure.

 

[Cleanface]

If he does go to Purdue will you all say it was a dirty recruitment like Dawson's was?

Candy striped football helmets are the gayest thing in the history of CFB.

Not surprised they are being used by the most terrible football school/team in the history of the Big Ten Conf.

Congrats??

 

[Bigohh]

Frankly, since I have no idea what the real story is, I don't really care.

I'm reaching the point where I really don't even want to hear about these recruiting battles until players commit, like it was 20 years ago. When Swanigan has a confirmed decision I want to know and if it's Purdue, great.

One thing I do wonder, however, is what the offense and defense look like if Swanigan does commit. I must admit that I really like Edwards at the 4, but I wonder if Edwards could make the transition to point guard, somewhat like Kelsey Bsrlow.

Not sure about Edwards at the point, but he would make a great 3 and a pretty good two as well as rotating in at the 4.

 

[purdue4sure]

You don't know Rosie doesn't want him at MSU? You guys don't know Rosie is a handler? It's one thing to steer a kid toward a program and it's another to talk them out of where they want to play.

I smell troll.