Alex Collins Set to Announce: Will it be Miami?
Although five-star running back Alex Collins (5-11/205) de-committed from the University of Miami, he has kept them in the picture and is set to announce his college decision between Miami, Arkansas, Florida State, Wisconsin and Florida on Feb. 4, 2013 at 10 pm EST on FSN.
Decisions.
Collins didn’t feel confident enough in his decision towards the Canes to stay committed, so he opened things back up in December to look around. At that time, Wisconsin and Florida State were believed to have jumped Miami in terms of interest level. Fast forward the timeline to now, the situations of all parties involved have changed.
First, his then-thought favorite Florida State, went through one of the biggest coaching staff changes out of all D-1 programs that retained its head coach. The majority of the Florida State’s staff left, including the coaches recruiting Collins. When that happened, he was left confused.
Second, is the Wisconsin situation, or should I say Bret Bielema situation. Bielema left Wisconsin to Arkansas which was another surprise for Collins. However, the two have a strong relationship and that led Collins to take interest in the Razorbacks and eventually go on an official visit.
The Hurricanes have a lot going for them even though Collins is officially no longer committed. On his own accord, Collins unofficially visited the campus several times (including a basketball game when Miami defeated No. 1 ranked Duke). He has relationships with players and coaches, and likes the NFL production the Canes offer. It’s also close to home and is the school that he originally committed to.
Jon Bastian’s Pick: Miami. Despite a lot of good sources telling me that he’s going to Arkansas, I can’t see him choosing them over Miami. The main factor Arkansas is in the hunt right now is because Collins’ coach has a great relationship with Bret Bielema. If that wasn’t there, I ask myself would Collins even be considering them. So, I’m going against my sources on this one and saying Miami. Miami head coach Al Golden proved he was a “closer” last year and there’s no reason to doubt him this year. I know it hasn’t been an easy decision for Collins–as he’s made public the pressure and challenges of the recruiting process–but he should go with his first instinct when he announces.
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If you claim to be a reporter, then you wold have to pick based upon your sources. If your sources are so unreliable, why quote them?
Simple, because all of my sources aren’t telling me that he is going to Arkansas, just a lot of them. Also, because I’ve talked to Collins, and know the situation very well. I rely on my sources to turn me to information and then I base my opinion off of what I think is going to happen, not what they think. Sometimes we agree, sometimes we don’t.
Way to go Jon don’t take that from him. I enjoy your articles and believe you are a fine reporter and everywhere so I respect your opinions
Thanks, I’m glad you enjoy them. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, so it doesn’t bother me when they disagree with what I do. Trolls I ignore, but legit questions or concerns I’m always happy to address.
You do a great job Jon, Thanks!
Only one Arkansas game was televised on local or national TV in the Raleigh, NC area last year..On the other hand saw all Canes games except Bethune Cookman.. Would the fact that Arkansas games would not be televised in the Florida viewing area have any impact on his decision..Really looking forward to seeing how well he does in college but may be limited by his choice which may effect viewing area..
OMG I cant believe he picked Arkansas !