Marlboro County LB Lateek Townsend has yet again backed off his decision plans. You may recall that he said he was going to be a Clemson Tiger then backed off. Most recently, he was going to announce during Saturday’s US Army All American Game but now has backed off that plan. On his facebook page, he stated he would not give his decision today but his coach still thinks he will in the 4th quarter. His latest plan is to make his decision known on Signing Day. This has all the makings of a recruiting soap opera but landing this kid is worth it.
He is a four star recruit that is a terror on defense. Loves to hit, make the plays but just needs some extra coaching at the college level. He is the real deal and in time could be poised for life in the NFL.
It is being reported that he is going to choose a in-state school and seems to be a Tiger lean as of this second. If he does announce today, it could be for Clemson. He is still on the schedule to announce in the 2nd quarter of the game today.
USC should not lose hope on him, even if he decides today as he changes with the wind. USC can close this deal and I feel that is what is occuring behing the scenes. Just when he gets close to saying he is going to be a Tiger, USC steps in to remind him the reason he needs to be a Gamecock. The Gamecocks have a strong chance to ink this kid but need to work him hard these last few weeks. Coach Spurrier needs to step up and say all the right things to this kid as he would be a game-changer after one season of growth.
Stay tuned to this recruiting soap opera….
