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Michigan Football Insider Chat with Ace Williams
Monday September 26, 2011
8:31
Comment From jill
great job with okla state pick ace
8:31
I am here, on time!
8:31
thanks Jill, I try.
8:32
4-4 this year on my bets, published the last 2 after I started 2-0. Trying to go 75% this year betting one game a week
8:33
Comment From Gary
Will Denard ever get the passing game going to beat the elite teams in the B10
8:33
It is very strange Gary . . . . the passing game they run in practice is so different from what is called in games
8:33
i almost wonder if they are holding back for MSU game
8:34
make it be known: Dave Brandon considers this years MSU game as biggest since 2006 OSU game . . absolute must win
8:34
The MS loss last year sealed RIchRods fate . . . he never had a chance after that
8:34
Comment From Dano
Ace, what is the word on any recruits? What is the score for Saturday ? Who wins between little brother and the gay acorns and who do you want to win?
8:35
Dano . . . I havent heard much new on recruits. I will say that the GA RB in town this week is not as high on coaches wish list for next yr as pay sites want to have you believe
8:35
Comment From ryan
what is the deal with Stephen Hopkins dude
8:36
Ryan - doghouse for behavior and now play . . doesnt look good for him long term to be a contributor here
8:36
Comment From Guest
what's up with O'brian? you said he was coming
8:36
I havent heard anything differently. I was told by someone SO close to situation you wouldnt believe.
8:36
If he goes elsewhere, he is pulling a Will Campbell move
8:36
Comment From Jesse
Still feel good about Dan Obrien to Michigan?
8:36
I do yes Jesse
8:37
OSU-MSU? I am saying 13-10 MSU . . . will look deeper into game as week progresses though to give accurate pick. didnt see any of either ones games this weekend
8:37
Comment From Gary
Lets hope so. He was so much better than this last year. I do know the spread they ran last year opened a lot of it up, but the O is not to far from what we were doing last year.
8:37
Comment From JJGold
Will Danny O'Brien go blue like you said? Most people are saying different
8:38
I know the pay guys are calling him to TN . . . same guys who said Kalis to UM was a pipe dream. So, in recruiting, you can never be 110% certain. I like M's chances though
8:39
Comment From David
Any word on Andrus Peat and Stefon diggs
8:39
They arent pursuing Peat now. Banner is the guy or bust. I doubt they would take a commit from Diamond either.
8:39
Comment From Jesse
Yuri Wright?
8:39
Very good chance with Yuri. I would place Michigan #1 on his list
8:39
Comment From Dano
Will Cox play this week or don't he know the plays yet? I say Hopkins is done here.
8:40
i dont think either guy is going to make an impact at Michigan
8:42
Comment From Dan
Hearing a lot of recruiting gurus saying not to get too excited about Danny O'Brien. Why are you so confident?
8:42
I have a source CRAZY close to the situation, told me Dan is coming
8:42
just fyi, i was the only person calling Kalis to Michigan, came from same source.
8:42
Comment From Guest
Time frame on a Banner commit
8:42
i dont think it will be in next few weeks
8:43
he has a saved spot though, coaches didnt press him
8:43
Comment From Steve
Ace, to clarify your legitimacy, can you provide us with your name thats listed in the Michigan and Yale database? We know Ace is your nickname, but theres no way to verify you that way. Thanks.
8:43
why do you care Steve?
8:43
Comment From Gary
Ace, do you think if OSU gets another loss this weekend that It'll sway Brionte toward Big Blue.
8:44
The game will be very close ., . . i think Brionte is leaning Blue. If OSU O blossoms under the FROSH, then things might change back in their favor.
8:44
Comment From Dan
Will Michigan get Jordan Payton and Zach Banner?
8:44
I think we get both Dan
8:44
Comment From Wolverine
Sam Webb and Tomvh saying dont get excited about DOB. Any thoughts?
8:45
they have their opinions. i trust the source, what more can i say.
8:45
Comment From Jesse
Banner is another guy you think will be at michigan for certain with obrien based on the insider information?
8:45
yeah Jesse. I was told that he is letting other 2012 kids know he will be on campus next season
8:45
Comment From Dano
Hear anything on the night game next year or is it too early?
8:46
MSU is the likely pick
8:46
Comment From Ace is my niggggga
yo ace would Denard start under Lloyd Carr?
8:46
i think he would have been an Antonio Bass . . WR with 3-5 direct snaps a game
8:46
Comment From JJGold
With Boldin, Ringer and Jarrod Wilson enrolling early will we take 28 in this class?
8:46
the number will be 28 for this class, have never been told anything different
8:46
Comment From brad
Have you heard any news regarding any of the new DB's that Michigan was looking at for this years class?
8:47
Yuri is the only name on the big board remaining
8:47
Comment From Dan
do we get yuri wright and brionte dunn?
8:47
i think its 50/50 or better for both . . . maybe 33% chance we get both
8:47
Comment From Steve
"Why do you care Steve?" - Because it seems like an obvious way to establish your legitimacy. I guess I would ask, why won't you provide your name in those databases.
8:48
stalker.com
8:48
Comment From Brett
Will Ringer and Bolden enrolling early open up two spots for this class?
8:48
i honestly dont have a good gauge on all who will come early
8:49
Comment From brad
What about Shaq Wiggins?
8:49
Wiggins is not being pursued very strongly . . i guess he could be a last minute guy
8:49
Comment From Dan
any recruits we might steal before signing day?
8:49
Dunn is a steal in my book
8:49
Comment From Gary
Does Hagerup get his job back or will he have to be in the dog house another week?
8:50
no he will start this week
8:50
Comment From Gary
Ace, your legitamacy doesn't matter with me - most is just your opinion based upon your sources, just like webb
8:51
Can anyone tell me where Sam Webb went to college? I went to Yale and dont give my birth 1st name in hope to keep sort of anonymous from creepy people. Get way too many hate emails. Kind of scary.
8:51
Comment From Steve
Ace. You're a fake. It's obvious by now. Your responses are confirmation.
8:51
Thanks for stopping by Steve. Have a nice day.
8:51
Please provide everyone here with your home address and ss#
8:51
Comment From Dano
Hey Steve ask Football ??? or get lost. Ask a dumb ass ??? then go somewhere else.
8:51
Comment From brad
i love you ace, let me get one of those denard dreads shirts
8:52
Brad, have you emailed chat sports? They seriously got bombarded with inquiries . . . CEO told me he got over 1000 emails for them. They will respond just might now be right away
8:52
Comment From Bdub
have you finished your algebra homework yet?
8:53
Oh yeah, a scared other website wants to say i am 14 . . . cant believe that dude stoops so low. Their web traffic has gone down so much in last year I guess he is nervous? I like their site, wish em the best.
8:55
Comment From mfan
How long do you think Greg Mattison stays? I think that if he stays for 4 or 5 years we play for a national championship, I can't wait till this defense gets their full coached athletes
8:56
i would like to say 5-8 years. Maybe longer.
8:56
Comment From bigmasedaddy
Ace, is Will Campbell becoming more of a contributor in the coaches opinion, or do you think they're limited in options.
8:56
He is a guy they hope makes plays but in the end they dont count on hiom to be awesome
8:56
Comment From Skeptic
Blake start here on out?
8:57
i doubt Blake starts this week, but he sure impressed didnt he!
8:57
Comment From Bdub
actually their web traffic hasn't gone down...according to Google web traffic statistics...try again
8:57
Bdub just announced a product that didnt exist . . .
8:57
Comment From Brett
Ace, do you think Gardner gets some snaps this weekend?
8:58
i dont see him getting any snaps until final few minutes. They want to get it right with 16
8:58
Comment From andrew
Ace its Andrew Sanders . . plz publish man! All - I went to Ross with Ace and dude is connected. Either take it or dont . . . i can see why he doesnt tell you his real name (its Neil haha)
8:58
if thats the real Andrew, what up man! If not, very weird. email me sometime my man!
8:58
Comment From Dano
What is the score for Saturday? I say 45 - 17 Big Blue.
8:59
i think we will be up
35-7 at half . . . cant say after that
8:59
Comment From rich
In the world of recruiting who really knows what these kids are going to do...different sources say different things.... any insight to current team dynamics, info, etc? And will we see more of the option play (loved it)?
9:01
Here is the latest from my Sunday night email update:
Defense is a force. Guys love Mattison and are playing for the team, the team, the team. The are so pumped right now that I think we may be in for a real surprise this year. Might end up with a top 25 D. Everyone is bought in. Everyone.
9:03
Now, on O:
Some receivers are getting frustrated. The starting crew is a tad apathetic with the passing game right now. In practice, they are hitting on all cylinders but it doesnt show up in games. Also, i have been told again that Denard doesnt trust #12. He went to him at end of ND, and still will for red zone jumpers, but Roundtree is seen as a liability on out and comeback routes.
9:03
Comment From Brett
Jake Ryan = 4 years of awesome. That is all.
9:03
Boom on that Brett
9:03
Comment From Skeptic
Hear anything on Garnett? Saw we were in his top 3
9:03
I do not believe Garnett will end up at Michigan
9:03
Comment From Winston
top 25 D, really?
9:04
I am getting a few weight room storiesWinston (see article friday) and they guys are "the program" style aggressive in their, wanting to go the extra mile for Mattison and Hoke
9:04
Comment From Brett
With less spots in 2013 do you see the staff being even more selective?
9:05
I was told a few months back that 2013 would be the best class in Michigan history . . . by a great source close to Hoke
9:06
Comment From jalen rose
Did John Harbaugh really get offered the job?
9:06
sure did Jalen . . . he was the second guy approached. He thought about it too. And for those who want to doubt, i was told this by a member of the harbaugh clan.
9:13
Comment From Pazman
Does Mike Hart take over for Fred Jackson when he retires ?
9:14
some say wheatly is the guy for the job next . . . mike could come and contribute somewhere. many want him back
9:14
Comment From John
Since Andrew Sanders appears appears to be a guy you know, would I be right in believing him when he says your name is Neil?
9:14
He was joking JOhn
9:14
Comment From tiny tempah
will Denard go for 300 in a game this year
9:14
i wouldnt be surprised to see him do 300 yrds rushing this week if thats what u meant
9:14
Comment From Skeptic
What do you think will be the final records of MSU and Nebraska?
9:15
MSU 8-4, Nebraska 9-3
9:15
Comment From mfan
Were we ever in it for Jim Harbaugh?
9:15
i was asked to not publish what i know about 2007 and 2011 coaching hires . . .
9:16
but .... harbaugh sent smoke signals mid season, Michigan folks sent them back. Everyone thought is was a done deal. That game vs Vtech ended our chances
9:16
Comment From Old Sko
After Koger and Watson graduate, how are we going to run any double-TE sets next year? Maybe Heitzman will step up?
9:16
i dont think we will run many. R Miller better step up.
9:17
Comment From Brian
how was Paytons trip to OK last weekend? Still waiting on my shirt to show up BTW!
9:17
Havent heard much from Paytons trip . . . other sources saying he is blue, i hope they are right
9:17
Comment From Old Sko
Cornerback may not be a position of need in this class, but if we can get Yuri Wright, we should lock him up. His film is outstanding and he plays against good HS competition. Reminds me of Dre Kirkpatrick.
9:17
if we can get him, we will lock him up
9:17
Comment From john
why aren't we seeing more Rawls?
9:17
he hasnt performed in practice latelyt
9:18
Comment From Dan
Heard any rumblings about Cam Burrows in 2013?
9:18
dont have much 2013 info yet
9:18
Comment From Pazman
Do you think Dave Brandon sticks around or does he head in to politics as soon as the program is back on solid ground ?
9:18
he will stay until we are back to 2006 level
9:18
Comment From Skeptic
Based on those records and you saying michigans going 9-3, that leads to a 3 way tie in the legends division. How does the big 10 decide who goes to the championship game?
9:18
more tie breakers than i want to disucss
9:19
Comment From Brett
So it was drug problems...wait, what was the question?
9:19
huh?
9:19
Comment From john
All, Ace gives us all amazing g free insider content and yet you complain. Keep it up ace. I love your stuff!
9:19
thanks John
9:19
Comment From mfan
So we were more in it than meets the eye? And I don't understand that Va. Tech thing, even if they lose that game the NFL comes calling for Jim Harbaugh
9:19
doubt it would have been as hard core for Jim. He had 10 teams interested
9:20
Comment From grrwolve
Hello Ace...just got in. Might of been covered already but what is the sccop with the D. O'Brien recruitment...did we cool on him to use his spot for someone else?
9:20
scoop is that he told commitments he was coming to Michigan next seaosn
9:20
Comment From Mike
What? Ace gives us nothing credible.
9:20
Thanks for coming Mike.
9:21
Comment From grrwolve
Next season?? how is that?
9:22
how is what? next season is when Obrien would play at Michigan
9:22
Comment From Mike
When have to ever been right?
9:22
when have i been wrong Mike? Please give me specific examples of why I have upset you. And please provide your last name and address :)
9:22
Comment From alex
Ace who are your sources?
9:23
alex . . nice try.
9:23
well, i have said this in past: i have a friend in um ad and a pal who works in recruiting plus am a Michigan athletics family. several fam members wore maize and blue in diff sports
9:23
Comment From Skeptic
Any chance Burbidge ends up Blue?... If you are right on O'brien your gonna gain a lot more believers since you actually are the only one saying he's coming
9:24
i know the coaches like what they see this season and will reach out if he gets grades where they need to be. But, dont see it happening
9:24
Wasnt my calling of Wilson, Kalis, Wormley and Pipkins enough?
9:24
Comment From john
What games do you think um looses this year?
9:25
MSU, Nebraska, and random stupid game like Ill or Iowa
9:25
Comment From goblue
Why did you delete your tweet to Pipkins?
9:25
i took some flak for that, and, in hindsight, maybe I shouldnt have sent that. Lesson learned
9:25
Comment From john
Please leave mike. Dude has been 100% on so many things
9:25
Comment From Old Sko
WR recruits probably see our offense now and are hesitant. However, once Morris becomes a 5-star, top WR recruits might have more interest in UM. Why not go "Diggs or bust" this year and bring in 3-4 WRs next year?
9:26
we need some guys to come in and have time to develop, so the need is there this yr
9:26
Comment From Keith
Who is the suprise o line recruit that is a 2-3 year starter?
9:27
i actually like what i have been told about Braden. He is a guy that might be the best of them all from what they are saying
9:27
I wouldnt be surprised to see Pharoah Brown get snaps on both sides of the ball sometime in his career
9:27
Comment From Skeptic
I'll give you Kalis but everyone else was calling all the other ones as well though they weren't guarenteeing it. I can go start a blog right now and say my sources are certain treadwell is coming and chances are I will be right
9:28
i have put my self out there on a TON of stuff though. Like i have always said, i report everything i am told . . . of course I am going to be wrong sometimes but geez I think my track record is pretty good, dont you?
9:29
Comment From john
Why isn't this d getting much pressure from the line? I expected them to dominate o lines this year, but have been disappointed for the most part
9:30
it mostly has to do with Campbell not being a force and other guys having to play different roles . . . speaking of DL, what the hell happened to Nate Brink?
9:30
Comment From Mike
You have made no predictions that no one else was making. Everyone knew that Wormley, Wilson, Kalis, and Pipkins were all heavy Michigan leans. If you're right about Danny O'Brien, then you will be credible. Any Michigan fan will agree TomVH is much better than you.
9:30
umm, mike, have you read ANY of my articles? Who else mentioned to speed option being worked on last week? ANyone? Oh yeah, me.
9:30
Comment From jack
I appreciate your insight. Can't get enough Michigan Football.
9:31
Tom VH is a good writer. I hope to be that talented some day.
9:31
Comment From Skeptic
Yes but most of what you have said is pretty safe. Everyone from Ohio to Michigan knew Wormley was coming and I'm pretty sure you put a date to it that didn't pan out. You'
9:31
he silent committed a month before he came public FYI on wormley
9:31
Comment From Alberto Del Rio
what happened to those rumors about michigan and negative recruiting go?
9:32
?
9:32
Comment From Brett
Legit or not, this is all entertaining. Ace do Tom, Sam, and Allen have a bounty on your head?
9:33
thx Brett . . i think some are mad that I am giving info that they either didnt know about or are not comfortable with publishing.
9:33
Comment From Mark
:Now, on O: Some receivers are getting frustrated. The starting crew is a tad apathetic with the passing game right now. In practice, they are hitting on all cylinders but it doesnt show up in games."
9:33
Comment From Leave mike
Then why are you here Mike??
9:33
Comment From grrwolve
Ace...don't these haters get old??? Ban the suckers..!!
9:33
What about it Mark?
9:33
comes with the territory i guess GRR
9:34
Comment From Mark
I would like to note that the comment above about wide receivers was ripped straight off of the Fort over on Rivals.
9:34
Mark, you are CRAZY. Please send link and I will publish. No one has ever been able to show me anything specific they think i 'stole'. Please be the 1st one. Give us the link my man!
9:34
Comment From Pazman
Ace , Start your own website and put your info behind a paywall and the same idiots will praise you !
9:35
Aint it true Pazman? Amazing that people get mad about FREE info. Or if I changed my name to MaizeandBlueGuy11 I would be teflon lol
9:35
Comment From Alberto Del Rio
you said that it one of your articles,you said bad news was coming
9:36
thats true Albert, I also addressed that in a later article. You can look to your local newpapers as the ones who tried to get that story oout there
9:36
Comment From Mich AD
What does the AD department think of John Bacon's book 3 and Out coming out. I hear LC and others are very upset.
9:37
They hate it but respect Bacon. Lloyd comes across fairly bad. So does Rich. DB looks pretty good actually. The ROCK of U-M
9:37
i have been emailed a couple chapters and got some highlights sent to me too, havent read book
9:40
Comment From john
Will we see more um alums in the NFL on the sidelines this year? Tom Brady?
9:42
I stated back a few months ago that Hoke has spoken to Tom and he will be at a game this yr http://www.chatsports.com/michigan-wolverines/a/Michigan-football-rumors-summer-edition-10-2-325
9:42
Comment From Old Sko
I watch Bama and LSU and the major reason they dominate IMO is their front-7 on defense, specifically the d-line. How on earth do we take a pass on Schutt?
9:43
tough to say , , , maybe Obrien is coming?
9:43
Comment From goblue
Ace, can you prove naysayers wrong and provide any proof that you were actually at Michigan practice during ND practice week?
9:43
what kind of proof would work?
9:43
i was there are guest of AD staff member FYI
9:43
Comment From Matt
Didn't catch most of the SDSU game (wedding), did Frank Clark get any PT and if not should we be expecting some coming his way?
9:44
i was at Blomberg Blogs with Balls conference Sat so didnt see game til last night . . .
9:44
and fast forwarded a LOT
9:44
didnt see clark and he wasnt mentioned in my email
9:44
Comment From Mark
I'd link it, but it's paywalled. Minor problem.
9:45
ok, link it and someone on here may have a password there and can confirm/deny
9:45
or i can send it to Chat Sports HQ and they can log in and tell me if they think i stole info
9:45
Comment From Skeptic
I'm not saying your making stuff up, I'm just not a believer yet and I think its fair to wait on O'briens commitment. I must have missed the speed option stuff but if you got that right kudos. The only stuff I can think of that were going out on a limb were Kalis (congrats), the article coming out about rich rod (never happend), and now o'brien
9:45
Comment From Brett
Ace is the ghost of Bo! Lay off.
9:46
How about Stokes leaving?
9:46
or us using shitgun 70% of time
9:46
shotgun
9:47
Or stonums suspension
9:47
or, HA, how about the OSU story i broke that I got called from SI.com about: http://www.chatsports.com/michigan-wolverines/a/Sources-Ohio-State-football-to-vacate-all-2010-regular-season-wins-10-2-45
9:48
Comment From Alberto Del Rio
ok. thanks. not bashing you at all. just wondering what became of it
9:48
Comment From Skeptic
My mistake you also said T-rob was gonna transfer which didn't happen (made sense at the time people did say that there was going to be some transfers) and you also said Michigan is in nicely with Diggs and no everyone else thinks hes going to be a Gator with an outside chance of some other SEC school or staying home at Maryland
9:48
I like Diggs . . he likes M. Up to coaches to decide
9:48
Comment From Jesse
why does LC look bad in this book?
9:49
stuff about Rich reaching out to him to no avail, also stuff about him recommending players leave program. Was emailed that Boren looks really bad too but not from a source I know, random email
9:49
Comment From Dano
Ace, yes I would pay for the info. All the fools on here crying would not pay for it so that is how to make them go away . The true believers would pay the clowns would not = bye bye clowns.
9:49
Comment From Guest
Ace, what is your take on DG not getting meaningful snaps? Is it just that they want DR to get more snaps or is there more to it?
9:50
nothing more to it from what i know . . they are married to Denard though and need him to get as many snaps as they can
9:50
Comment From Mich AD
What is the deal with Mike Shaw? we haven't seen him in a couple of weeks, even though he was listed as #1 on the depth chart.
9:50
he is a mystery. i cant get anyone to say a word on Shaw
9:50
Comment From Old Sko
If Countess/Taylor continue to perform, could you see Avery moving to FS and M-Rob moving to Will? I think both position switches are just a matter of time.
9:51
Old - that could happen. Avery has proven to not be a burner but has very good ball skills
9:51
Comment From jack
How does Russell Bellomy look?
9:51
was told he looks about where steve threet looked in 2007 if that is any indication . . .
9:51
Comment From grrwolve
Ace....what do you think about our chances with Dunn (RB)?
9:51
51% for Dunn
9:52
Comment From Brett
Ace do you have any personal favorites for 2013?
9:52
brett . . i am sorry but i dont know much about 2013 class yet. i am learning all i can and will be more informed as they make plays Junior year
9:52
Comment From Alberto Del Rio
Wyatt Shalman a lock for U-M?
9:52
I dont think he is a lock
9:52
Comment From Mark
Brady's bye week is also our bye week and they don't play in Detroit, Cleveland or Chicago this year. He's not coming.
9:54
watch out for Nebraska game . . .
9:54
he has a monday nighter
9:54
Comment From Mich AD
Yes Frank Clark got some snaps. Didn't do anything special
9:54
Comment From Dano
Ace just make this a pay site then all the ones who are crying about free info can go somewhere else. Problem solved !!!
9:54
its not my site though . . haha, i dont even get paid to do this!
9:54
Comment From stuck in cbus
Any silent commits right now?
9:54
Comment From Old Sko
Re: Frank Clark. He spots Jibreel at times and has proven to be serviceable. Once he adds more size, he could be great.
9:55
Obrien and Banner have not told the coaches anything official but have said they were coming to other people
9:55
Comment From Brett
LOL shitgun!
9:55
Comment From Skeptic
I guess I don't remember the timing perfectly on who broke the story of Stokes and Stonum
9:55
Stonum stuff - towards bottom of article: http://www.chatsports.com/michigan-wolverines/a/Michigan-football-rumors-summer-edition-10-2-325
9:55
Comment From Old Sko
Appreciate your insight. However, in a previous chat, you claimed that GM would put the best three LBs on the field regardless of position. Cam, Demens, and JB Fitz. What did you hear about JB Fitz? Mike Jones, Herron, Hawthorne, and tiny Desmond Morgan all have received more snaps at Will.
9:56
JB Fitz is a great kid, but, it looks like his career is as a special teams leader from here out
9:56
Comment From Brett
70% of the time shitgun works every time.
9:56
for sure brett! we ran the shitgun with Threet!
9:56
Comment From john
Have you heard anything recently on likely osu penalty?
9:57
Comment From Skeptic
Props on the OSU stuff you got that in May when it didnt happen until July. You still havent convinced me that you have recruiting info but it does seem like you have some inside sources
9:57
nothing solid that i want to report . . my main guys dont know much
9:57
i dont want to go out on a limb for 2013 info yet because i am just not as informed as i want to be before making predictions
9:58
let these guys finish Jr season first is my rule
9:58
Comment From king williams
whats the news with laquon treadwell 2013 wr and teammate of anthony standifer said he wants to committ to michigan why hasnt he been offered
9:58
Comment From Bill
How do you like our chances with Ethan Pocic?
9:58
Comment From Bill
Do we have a good chance with Laremy Tunsil?
9:58
Comment From grrwolve
Are the coaches OK with just Pipkins and so maybe not as hot on O'brien being in the 2012 class?
9:58
they love Pip thats for sure and want Obrien.
9:58
my bud in AD thinks OB is coming
9:59
Comment From Mich AD
Did DB want Michigan to play another night game this year? Just saw the Northwestern game is a 7:00 kick
9:59
i think we will see a game start at 330 at Big House so 2nd half is in lights this season
9:59
Comment From Skeptic
you did claim that osu will be left with a 1-12 record... the wins didn't become losses and the sugar bowl was vacated even though you said it wouldnt be
10:00
i also am not a psychic skeptic . . . you are realllly nitpicking here
10:01
FYI that was BEFORE Tressel got canned too . . . I was the ONLY reported to break that story. Spoke with SI.com next day and eventually ESPN on that one.
10:01
Comment From Skeptic
I dont think you have to be psychic to know that wins won't become losses. It didn't happen to USC football, Michigan BBall, or even SMU.
10:01
well sorry for reporting it like that. That is what i was told.
10:01
Comment From king williams
how bout ty law as a DB coach?
10:02
Law isnt one with a ton of friends at U-M. Specifically he gave the shaft to Carr for years
10:02
Comment From Eric
Do you have concerns about the passing game or are they holding back the playbook for tougher opponents?
10:02
I PRAY they are holding back . . i really do. Practice reports have been glowing on passing gamre
10:02
Comment From Skeptic
so you are a source for espn and si?
10:03
they contacted the website and asked to speak to me. i spoke to SI.com day after article. told em what i knew. no big deal
10:03
Comment From stuck in cbus
That's ok skeptic comes here runs his mouth then goes back to the other site and bash you....no balls.....thanks for saving me some cash ace...
10:03
Skeptic is at least being civil, i appreciate that
10:03
Comment From Dano
skeptic why don't you go cry on mlive forum like you did last week about Ace not answering your direct questions and leave him alone. The info is free dumbass if you don't like it leave.
10:03
Comment From Old Sko
Has your friend in the AD told you about any '12 recruits that the coaching staff really likes? (Hoping you say James Ross.)
10:04
I have been told that Royce Jenkins-Stone is a guy that could start from day 1
10:04
Comment From grrwolve
yea...me too Ace...the other sites are FOS about 50% o f the time and they charge you for reporting inflated BS stories!!
10:06
some of the "insiders" specifically section 6, have no clue. i never heard of that guy until he started bashing me over there. I got the scoop on him: He is not a former player like he claims to be. He is a family member of a rivals guy and he gets info to act like he is some all knowing insider
10:06
he has not predicted anything notable in 8+ years yet people fawn over him apperantly b/c he called Woodley commit or something like that!
10:07
talk about a guy riding coattails
10:07
Comment From Skeptic
Done with playing the role of Skeptic for today and to cbus I have never posted on rivals though I have an account and I have never looked at anything on Mlive. I'd say Ace directly answers everything I ask... Whats going on with odoms?
10:07
He looks to be 100% but he is behind Tree, Gallon, Dileo and Grady . . . funny he led team in receiving in 2008!
10:08
Comment From jackson5
good call on Rawls splitting carries last week too
10:08
what can i say jackson, missed that one.
10:08
Comment From Eric
Do you think it will be Matteson's strategy to blitz the hell out of MSU because of the weak OL and Cousins' shaky ability under duress?
10:08
that strategy is spot on
10:08
Comment From stuck in cbus
Any current 2012 commits on the fence or are all solid...
10:08
only one i have heard is on fence is Kyle Kalis but it seems OSU fans are making it easier for him
10:09
where is that guy with the link on the info i stole? Please, anyone, link me where i have ever stole info?
Would never do it . .
10:09
Comment From Old Sko
Do you think there are any players on the current roster that could be first round draft picks? If I had to pick one, I'd probably go with Lewan or Countess.
10:09
tough to say on younger guys . . . i could see Jake Ryan being one. I bet Denard is a first rounder
10:09
Comment From stuck in cbus
Skeptic I never said rivals....you did...
10:10
Comment From king williams
whats news on injuries
10:10
barnum might not play this week. Gordon looks 50/50. Troy will probably sit this one out, esp with emergence of Taylor and Countess
10:12
Comment From Eric
Do you see UM having any trouble with Northwestern? Will the QB Persa be back for that one?
10:12
i sure hope not eric . . . they should crush NW
10:12
Comment From grrwolve
what is up with Kalis being on the fence? I thought he was pretty solid with us...
10:12
he might be more solid now after taking some flack from fans . . he was a wait and see guy a couple months back
10:13
Comment From king williams
are starting spots besides in secondary pretty much set
10:13
Kovacs and JT are solid, others can change
10:13
Comment From Mich AD
What happed to Greg Brown? he looked good during spring ball, redshirt? any other guys you have heard are locks for a redshirt?
10:13
i think anyone who hasnt played yet will RS
10:13
Comment From stuck in cbus
Great to see things clicking for Roh....great kid
10:13
Comment From Dano
Michigan to play UMASS in 2012 is that so Ace ?
10:14
havent heard that. i heard Toledo being floated around
10:14
would love to have a crack at them again
10:14
Comment From king williams
do you see houma the FB making an impact
10:14
he will for sure play, impact is to be seen
10:15
Comment From Skeptic
Any quinton washington info.... To Cbus: the only 4 sites I know of that have michigan "inside info" are rivals. scout, espn and mgoblog. I don't post on any. I read rivals articles and mgoblog but I don't have a scout or espn insider account. (only mentioned rivals because I do have an account and have noticed people talk trash about Ace after every article/chat)
10:16
mgoblog doesnt have any inside info
10:16
if they did Kirk Ferentz would be head coach here
10:16
Comment From grrwolve
at this point how do you see the last shcollies being filled? (best guess)
10:16
if i had to GUESS: Obrien, Banner, Dunn, Wright, 2 WR, maybe a QB if a ship is available
10:17
Comment From Dano
I just seen its UMASS on a text from a friend. Don't know if its so but I thought I would let everybody know.
10:17
wow, that would be interesting
10:17
Comment From king williams
its kind of early but record for next year?
10:17
wow tough to say King . . .
10:17
Comment From Skeptic
Well they did when tomvh was there
10:17
no they didnt
10:17
Comment From Old Sko
Are you able to offer any insight (or an opinion) on Kellen Jones? What could he have done that made our staff move on, but insignificant enough that OU took him?
10:19
so, i got KILLED for reporting this but, I was sent an email tip and followed up with a reporter in Texas that told me that he was involved with a sexual crime but ultimately charges were not filed. Take it for what it is worth. Not a scoop I searched for, one that came to me.
10:19
Comment From Eric
Can you compare Jordan Payton to a former Michigan receiver?
10:19
Maybe Avant or Greg Matthews?
10:20
Comment From Skeptic
Just because a website reports something incorrectly, it doesn't mean I am going to assume everything they report is wrong. Herbstreit said Les Miles was coming to Michigan, he was clearly wrong but given his position in life I am going to assume his info will be right more often than not. Mgoblog does have interviews with recruits so it does show they have some contacts. Do i trust everything they report, NO. But I wouldn't say they make everything up either
10:20
but u assume i do?
10:21
i have lost all respect for mgoblog lately. they are leading a pack of people trying to trash me b/c they are worried.
10:21
the tweets last week are so absurd
10:21
dude said i was 14 years old? sounds desperate
10:21
Comment From Mich AD
What happened with Chris Barnett? Was his relationship with that guy that the NCAA investigating the reason he left?
10:22
he was a flake from the start. big reach taking that kid
10:22
Comment From Skeptic
Don't assume everything you say is wrong either. If I did I wouldnt be here. As you can tell by my name, I am skeptical. I am also skeptical about mgoblogs stuff and rivals stuff but I still read it
10:22
i can appreciate that skeptic . . . are you a member at 247?
10:22
Comment From king williams
anybody new in the doghouse
10:23
Hopkins is again, for play this time. All players have passed tests lately, nothing coming up positive. J-Rob is in dog house too
10:23
Comment From Old Sko
Now that Hagerup is back, how long until Wile makes a move to become our FG kicker?
10:23
he is being outperformed in practice at K, amazingly
10:27
Comment From Old Sko
Cass Tech CBs: BooBoo was a bust. Mathis got moved to WR at Oregon. Haven't heard a thing about Hollowell... Are they overhyped? I'd like some Yuri Wright.
10:27
seem to be dont they
10:27
Comment From Skeptic
Michigan doesnt have a 247 site so no (or at least they didn't last time I checked)... I can say I do like that I can argue the things you say as opposed to rivals where everyone on there treats their writers like everything they say came from Gods mouth and anyone who doubts them shouldn't be there (Ive been in Sunday night chats)
10:28
i have heard good things about their writers but their 'insiders' dont exist. esp section6
10:28
i would love to see a link to any inside info that guy has given in last 5 yrs
10:28
Comment From Eric
Do you think Cam Gordon will see the field or will Ryan be starting over him? Can he move to weakside LB?
10:28
Ryan is the guy
10:28
he is a back up
10:29
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
Are you happy to finally see that speed option you told us about all the way back in spring ball?
10:29
yeah i am wondering why it took so long
10:29
Comment From stuck in cbus
If there is one of your predictions that comes though I truly hope its DOB and Tanner. Thanks again for the insight see ya next week. Peace!
10:29
will i get respect from the doubters left when OB commits?
10:29
Comment From Dano
Yes it is looking like UMASS everybody I just got some emails on it. Is that good or bad UMASS ?
10:29
nice, good scoop Dano!
10:29
Comment From Old Sko
Pretty impressive how bad we made #5 look, no?1. Andrew Luck, 6-4 230, Stanford 2. Ryan Tannehill, 6-4 220, Texas A&M 3. Matt Barkley, 6-2 225, USC 4. Landry Jones, 6-6 230, Oklahoma 5. Ryan Lindley, 6-4 215, San Diego State. 6. Kirk Cousins, 6-3 200, Michigan St 7. Nick Foles, 6-5 245, Arizona 8. Robert Griffin, 6-2 210, Baylor 9. John Brantley, 6-3 221, Florida 10. Brandon Weeden, 6-4 220, Oklahoma State
10:30
i think we dropped his stock a bit!!
10:30
Comment From grrwolve
OK Ace...gotta go...thanks again and keep up the good work!! F***k the haters!!
10:30
thx GRR!
10:30
Comment From Skeptic
seems to me that when josh helmholdt left to be the midwest analyst their recruiting info left with him
10:31
the guy they got, tim from mgoblog is no insider.
10:31
Comment From Mark
Not an insider type thing at all, but would it kill you, as a writer, to actually type out everything instead of abbreviating random words?
10:31
are you talking about an article or in this chat?
10:32
my articles i always type . . . try moderating a chat with 400 people and 25 questions in back log and try and be quick . . .
10:32
Comment From Mark
In this chat. It's just a pet peeve of mine.
10:32
sorry mark . . . wayyyy to much going on to be grammatically accurate 110% of the time
10:32
Comment From Mark
No problem. I understand.
10:32
thx
10:33
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
CAN I HAZ A CHEEZBURGER?!?!
10:33
Nick?
10:34
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
Who's Nick?
10:34
Nick from Grand Rapids?
10:34
all my articles: http://www.chatsports.com/writer/Ace-Williams
10:34
Comment From goblue
I don't understand. If you view yourself as a serious reporter, why won't let you back up your credentials? That would quiet the critics. And when you don't release that info, the naysaying will continue. And I think it's justified.
10:35
goblue .. i dont view myself as a serious reporter at all
10:35
i consider myself a non serious reporter . . i mean the name of my column is: Michigan Football Rumors, give me a break
10:35
Comment From Dano
How much $$$ did Michigan get to play that game at Jerry's house next year ?
10:35
near what they get for home game
10:35
Comment From Mich AD
Anyone know how Demar Dorsey is doing in GR and what his D1 plans are?
10:36
anyone? I know people from U-M football are still keeping an eye on him... probably wont happen, but maybe
10:36
Comment From Dano
How long you on tonight Ace ?
10:36
5 more min
10:36
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
I don't know anybody from Grand Rapids. Why is Denard passing so poorly? Is it because his receivers aren't running their routes properly or is it because of his own shortcomings such as footwork and proper decision making?
10:37
i think he is struggling with the mental aspect of the new O, which is ok. He should get better as season progresses
10:37
Comment From Skeptic
Just to help other skeptics who claim you are 14 answer these. What website does michigan use for students to get hw assignments and other info from teachers and what website does michigan use for students to get their grades?
10:37
are we talking high school kids, undergrads or grad students here skeptic
10:38
Comment From Dano
Thanks for the info Ace . Same time next week ?
10:39
yep dano
10:40
Comment From Skeptic
same site for all except high school.. i went to UM too
10:40
wolverine access? C-Tools?
10:40
Comment From Joe from gr
Can we really beat msu? Prediction
10:40
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
Why is this entire chat discussing Ace Williams' life story when we could be discussing Michigan football. I don't give a shit whether Ace is legit or not. It's more fun talking to Ace than it is talking to Angelique right? So who cares?
10:40
wish i knew answer to that question
10:41
Comment From Mich AD
Does you AD guy have an info on basketball recruit Mitch McGary?
10:41
i know zero on Bbasll
10:41
Comment From Gary
Thanks Ace. Good stuff as usual.
10:41
Comment From Skeptic
you got it
10:41
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
BTW... the answer to skeptic's questions is: Ctools for homework wolverine access for grades
10:41
Comment From Old Sko
Any thoughts on Ohio's coach in 2012? Urban?
10:41
could be anyone other than Fickel
10:41
those who stay also is a M grad it seems
10:42
My top contenders are: MD, Urban, Pelini, Toledo HC and mayyyybe Saban
10:42
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
current student actually
10:42
nice, enjoy those years!
10:43
best of ur life my man
10:43
Comment From Skeptic
Seemed like a fair question. I doubt any non-michigan grad knows that and any student/grad spend so much time on those sites (mostly ctools) it would be impossible not to know it
10:44
any last questions . . . about to head out for a LATE dinner
10:45
make sure to follow me on twittttter - http://www.twitter.com/chatsportsACE
10:45
Comment From Old Sko
Fitz is clearly our best RB. Agree/disagree?
10:45
agree, but Smith is an asset
10:45
Comment From ThoseWhoStayUofM
um um um.... why are people saying Obrian isn't going blue? why do you say otherwise?
10:45
those people have been wrong a BUNCH .... i got a great tip and reported it
10:45
Comment From Old Sko
Thank you for the info/insight. Go Blue.
10:46
thanks guys! remember to bookmark my page on chatsports.com http://www.chatsports.com/writer/Ace-Williams
10:46
and check out ChatWolverines.com !
10:46
night all . . . GO BLUE
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