Class of 2019 OT Ryan Roberts (MI) Grad Transfer from NIU/Committed to FSU

[CuseLegacy]

FSU exploring grad-transfer options to shore up offensive line - NoleGameday

– Ryan Roberts, Northern Illinois
Roberts is the most recent addition in FSU’s grad-transfer pursuit. In fact, he was visited by coach Frey for the first time on Monday, Jan. 22. Roberts is a new grad-transfer and he’s another player who hasn’t publicly stated his options or plans.
The Michigan native entered the Transfer Portal on Jan. 15. He started 10 games in his career. His massive frame at 6-foot-6, 300-pounds is very interesting to the staff. Roberts actually played against the Seminoles earlier this year in coach Taggart’s first win over an FBS team, though he was injured during the contest.
It appears he’s someone that the coaches are starting to keep an eye on.

 

[baggerbob]

Its ok to disagree with me. I am surprised people are pushing a depth play where we already have players. We need starters. Koda Martin level talent not Sun Belt losing record 3-9. with a poor offense, 101/130 in the country.
We need starters not depth.

I would trust the OL line coach with over 30+ years experience over someone on this board.

 

[bigmike]

I believe in Dino and the staff. 10-3 is ample currency to pay for my trust.

 

[PhatOrange]

Its ok to disagree with me. I am surprised people are pushing a depth play where we already have players. We need starters. Koda Martin level talent not Sun Belt losing record 3-9. with a poor offense, 101/130 in the country.
We need starters not depth.

How many Koda Martins are grad transfers this year? Zero.

And let’s be honest, that never would’ve happened without Dino and probably will never happen again without a relationship A multi year SEC starting tackle?, come on.

 

[tep624]

How many Koda Martins are grad transfers this year? Zero.

And let’s be honest, that never would’ve happened without Dino and probably will never happen again without a relationship A multi year SEC starting tackle?, come on.

Yeah I mean how many SEC Starting tackles are grad transfers this year, let alone grad transfers with his situation (Father/Dino's daughter).

If people are expecting that to be replicated every year, then they're going to be disappointed.

 

[kcsu]

These guys are being recruited to start.

 

[#FRANchise]

Its ok to disagree with me. I am surprised people are pushing a depth play where we already have players. We need starters. Koda Martin level talent not Sun Belt losing record 3-9. with a poor offense, 101/130 in the country.
We need starters not depth.

How many SEC starting Left Tackles transfer every year? Koda Martin fell into our lap, don’t make a transfer like him the expectation.

EDIT: Seems other people had a similar response.

 

[rocklloyd]

Just remember...22-23 year old guys are preferable over most 19-20 year old guys

Giggity

 

[CuseLegacy]

Gentlemen. Let's keep this on Ryan Roberts please.

 

[Consigliere]

How many Koda Martins are grad transfers this year? Zero.

And let’s be honest, that never would’ve happened without Dino and probably will never happen again without a relationship A multi year SEC starting tackle?, come on.

Well, Dino DOES have other daughters, doesn't he?

 

[orangepassion]

Well, Dino DOES have other daughters, doesn't he?

He does, and I think he needs to save them for someone with multiple years of eligibility

 

[CuseLegacy]

 

[MSOrange]

Can see why FSU would be attractive as far as playing time. Their OL was not so good last year.

 

[jgeorge322]

;(

 

[djorange1989]

Onward and upward peeps

 

[SURules]

That stinks

 

[SUforme]

Why would FSU want this kid he's from NIU with a terrible offense...lol

 

[crales44]

Why would FSU want this kid he's from NIU with a terrible offense...lol

Maybe they need depth, not starters?

 

[SUforme]

Maybe they need depth, not starters?

Maybe...lol

 

[Cuseman78]

Maybe they need depth, not starters?

Grad transfers don’t go to be backups. FSU needs OL starters more than anyone in the ACC.

 

[cusefan88]

I was at the dome for FSU game and it was brutal. Francois basically started yelling at his OL cause they are so bad.

 

[crales44]

Grad transfers don’t go to be backups. FSU needs OL starters more than anyone in the ACC.

I was making reference to Sudano's statements earlier.

 

[qdawgg]

I have no inside info but he’s committed. Maybe he’s truly committed, maybe he got a hard sell and won’t be as committed in a few days. He hasn’t signed anything yet so who knows what will happen. Maybe we still have a shot, maybe not but I won’t be surprised if we still pursue him a little.

 

[PhatOrange]

Sudanos happy at least.

Though I’ll take great pleasure watching our DEnds eat him up next year.

 

[RMH44]

Sudanos happy at least.

Though I’ll take great pleasure watching our DEnds eat him up next year.

Yep, his latest relapse reveled his true colors ;-)