Stephen Bailey @Stephen_Bailey1
Shafer on selecting recruiting/transfers: biggest thing is a good fit, information gathering never stops.
Shafer said he always leans on GPA over standardized testing when assessing recruits.
Shafer on FSU RB Dalvin Cook: "I'd put him right up there with Fournette. ... He is the complete package." Praises his vision, versatility.
Shafer said Rodney Williams' injury is one of the reasons why Julian Whigham has played some safety the last couple weeks.
Shafer said his Winston Churchill quote this morning came from his wife, Missy. Said he felt it was appropriate.
Shafer on injuries (specifically asked about concussions): "We always take care of the best interest of the human being."
Shafer said he doesn't think the Dungey/concussion/hit talk is overblown. Believes it's appropriate as it is a serious issue.
Shafer complimentary of Dungey, Fredericks, Clark and Strickland as freshmen who have adjusted well to playing in their first year.
Shafer said the growth moving forward comes understanding circumstance, opposition's approach.
Shafer on playing at FSU after their loss to Georgia Tech: "We'll be going into a hornets nest down there."
Brent Axe @BrentAxeMedia
Shafer also says they look for an someone who loves football, has that "gym rat mentality." Do they enjoy competing?
Shafer mentions looking at family structure, mentions Zaire Franklin as an example of someone who is a good example of that.