Q&A time

Any inside info on Jrue, DC, Shipp, AA2? Especially Jrue because he is so controversial as a lottery pick. I've been reading lots of boards. Do you have anything more to share?

Does the fact that Raymond Carter is looking at Pac10 schools as possible transfer options mean that Neu is allowing his former players to transfer within the conference?

Do you feel that it's bad PR for the football program, in terms of recruiting, to possibly not renew certain scholis in order to get down to the limit?

Any chance you'll be attending Branden Warner's graduation to verify if it actually occurs or not?

How have Darren Collison's workouts gone? What has the feedback been from NBA teams?

Where does Dean project to land in TCU's depth chart (would be start?) when is becomes eligible? What was so special about him when UCLA recruited him?

Do we have a backup punter/kicker in case anyone of them are injured?

What's driving Jrue Holiday's stock up? What was it that scouts saw? Which teams (tempo-wise) do you feel is the best fit for Jrue?

If Ramirez goes down with an injury (seems possible since he's so injury prone), who would be turned to as of now to take his duties?

FB recruiting: with various approaches taken by UCLA, U$C and others the last few years, which approach works best?. Get them committed early, then hold on to them? Wait until later and pounce on others' early commits? Or, do enough kids stay available late into recruiting season?

I've got two young boys, ages 2 & 4 and want to take them to a FB game this year....any suggestions on seating areas or things to do before game (band, team entering etc.)?

what are you looking forward to the most this coming up football season? 1 thing old, 1 thing new.

Looking towards the upcoming season I see four breakouts with some potential for recognition (i.e. Player of Week) in the PAC: Rosario, Ramirez, Moore, and Ayers. Besides Moore, who will impress, and Ramirez, who has shown elusiveness but might lack durability, do you agree with the above? (48)

It seems like UCLA prime target at QB have chosen to go to other schools. Do you feel that the coaches could pass this year and save it for next year?

Obviously it depends on who stays and gos but how many players does Howland seem to be going after in the 2010 and 2011 classes? Outside of Josh Smith who are our main targets in these classes?

theory put forth by ‘the Herd’ intrigues, hope you’ll help out in this vein. He asserts that if a kid works at age 13, he will be a hard worker throughout. Since you are, by my estimation, a hard worker, did you work at that tender age, or when?

How serious is UCLA about Seantrell Henderson? Do we have any shot a him?

I am planning on attending the Tennessee game. Do you know if the date of the game can be changed, or is set in stone at this point?

Thanks

who do you see as strong recruiters among the FB staff. CRN > NC > CB, but how do you see the other assistants. Do any have potential to be a big time recruiter for us? What do you think could improve?

Are some of Dorrells recruits still haunting RN's staff?

Do you believe that Malcolm Lee will be given the opportunity to compete for the PG spot? If so, can you realistically see a lineup of Lee, Roll, Honeycutt, Dragovic, and Gordon?

Brian,

With the USC vs UCLA game being aired on FSN how much do you think that will hurt UCLA's recruiting if at all?

Are collegiate athletes tested for illegal drugs? I don't recall ever hearing about a player getting busted for steroids.

Last year, Rahim Moore played at around 178 pounds. It would seem a high-level Pac Ten safety (and NFL prospect) would need to be at least 200 pounds (maybe 210 with his height?). Has he added weight? Your thoughts?

Do you think any other defense fields 11 starters that are as good or better than UCLA's? If so, which teams?

Any idea what Lorenzo Mata-Real is up to these days?

Any word on which bball players will be in which summer leagues or teams? I know that Gordon is going to do something. What about Lee, Bobo, and the other youngsters?

Even if found innocent, will E.J. Woods ever suit up as a Bruin again?

(1) Since there has been debate over which UCLA def players would start at USC and vice versa...what's your opinion regarding which UCLA players could start for USC?

(2) Any offensive players have a chance at USC?

(3) Can you see any UCLA players getting drafted ahead of their USC counterpart in 2010, 2011?

(4) Would this be great motivation for the rivalry?

If u were Neuheisel, and u had to drop four scholarships from the team as it is today, who would u eliminate? This potential situation is barring academic casualties and greyshirting of recruits .

Besides winning what does UCLA as a football program need to do to effectually attract athletes? Does UCLA need to start recruiting transcripts?

Brian,
Business sucks! when the heck is this stagnet economy going to turn around?

Brian,
What is your pick on who will win the crab count for the Ophilio crab season?

Do you feel like Fullback Trevor Theriot is being used less than he should be? "Sources" from other sites say he is the best athlete on the field, with a great combo of size, speed and smarts. More touches for the big fella?

I know the coaching staff is taking its time and building relationships, but what do you make of us having zero recruits (FB) so far. Seems almost every school has at least one but us. Thanks.

I know you're not a clairvoyant, but after seeing Prince in Spring practice, do you think he has a realistic chance of performing at a top tier pac 10 qb this year? Upper half? A lot depends on the line i know.

Do you ever answer your e-mail? I've sent several.

What did you think of Steve Sloan's performance last year? Do think Larimore or Golper have a shot at unseating him as Carter's back-up / next year's starter at MLB?

why -- this year of all years -- is the ucla-usc game being played at the national-media-graveyard-hour of 7pm? a wild surmise -- could it be that the powers-that-be are already aware that the usc program is about to be torpedoed by sanctions?

Moser (6-7) and Honeycutt (6-8) are by all accounts forwards. We are thin in the backcourt, any chance either spends some time next year at sg?

Any idea why it is taking so long to resolve the penalty situation for U$C?

How's Bobo doing? I still believe he can be a big help next year if he's healthy, in shape and works hard. Agree?

Are recruits aware/told the scholorships are renewed yearly, or is it implied? I was under the impression that one receives a scholorship for as long as they are there barring any academic or legal issues.

Do you get the feeling that the staff is really excited about any of the QB's coming to camp this weekend?

How does the coaching staff view Justin Edison as a football player? Is he progressing? Now or never?

ND QB Ryan Kasdorf transfered from Canyon High School. Why? And is he related to English teacher Ron Kasdorf at Canyon?

Any feedback on how the new coaches Tim Hundley and Carnell Lake are doing , especially with recruiting ?

Have the Bruins moved on in there recruitment of Lakewood (QB) Jesse Scroggins ? In regards no scholie offer ?

How do you feel the Bruins will fair with getting football recruits east of the Rockies to commit ? Is it a krap shoot ?

How effective will our O-line be in the fall with the addition of Hasiak and Su'a Filo?

Is UCLA interested in PG Donte Smith, who is supposedly wavering on his commitment to USC? Is there any possibility of Roll learning the PG position in order to help with depth? Thanks again for your time.

When you have an athlete such as Randall Carroll who is a legitimate two sport star, can you use a track scholarship offered even though he would also play football? Does this happen very often?

I know you only report fact, but please lose that for one question. From your sources and what you've heard, is the NCAA going to sanction USC and if so, what's the rumor about how severe?

Have you heard, or in conversations you've had, know that Rick, Dan G, Morgan Center, etc. fully expect sanctions against USC and if so, mild, moderate or severe?

Are some commitments expected to come out of Saturday's one day camp?

Since all of the 2009 recruits were approved by the academic committee before signing their LOI's, why is it that 2-3 high school signees are now having trouble getting admitted? Did their grades drop since that time?

Brian,
Have you ever considered a side job of Terot Card reading or possibly using your mental telepathy talents to communicate with Neu, Dan G., Morgan,
the NCAA so you can answer the two previous rediculous redundant questions?

Do you expect that some highly regarded players not coming this weekend will come to later UCLA FB camps? ie Robert Woods, D Farmer, Kohler, Ward, M Jones, Wilkerson. And do we have fair to good chances at these guys?

Robert,
If you go ahead and sanction U$C in your own mind it may possibly lessen the recurrences or your anxiety related illness. Please call the office to set up an appointment a.s.a.p.

Dr. Phil.

Can you elaborate further on Howland's relationship with the media? Would you ever characterize his conduct as unprofessional or is it that he could be more open with his program?

What do you think about Paul Richardson's decommitment given that his father played at ucla?

should we be worried that we have zero football commits right now?

What are your thoughts on the Pauley renovation plans? do you like it and think it's worth 185 million?

Have you heard anything regarding the recruitment of Kentwood HS center Josh Smith (2010)lately? do you know if he planning to visit the campus?

Usually for the type of charges filed against E.J. Woods there has to be reliable witnesses and/or physical evidence. Which is it in this case?

Was or is there any tension between Jrue Holiday and Ben Howland? Jrue seemed unhappy in his only year at UCLA.

Was or is there any tension between Jrue Holiday and Ben Howland? Jrue seemed unhappy this past year at UCLA.

Do you know why ucla backed off on the recruitment of DB demetrieus wright from his earlier comments he said he would commit if offered then later said bruins aren't recruiting me and I'm looking else where. What happened?

Brian, how do you feel about Forcier's press release regarding your "inaccurate" reporting of his transferring? Wasn't it a bit childish?

With hinder commiting is Thomas number 1 on ucla's board also is jones,barr or James ucla's top rb

Why wasn't UCLA in the running for Jake Heaps? (Did they at least try?)

Is the sdsu game going to be televised on versus or some other low key channel?

Do you expect the Bosworth brothers to make a big impact on D this year?

Who is the X-factor(s) for the football team next year, meaning who will have to step up their game to win position battles?

Do you think Rick Neuheisel is doing a good job so far as head coach? How would you rate him thus far on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being excellent).

Who were some of the top prospects at the camp for the 2011 class?