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Ford is ready to play for Strong

Ford is ready to play for Strong

Poona Ford was arguably the favorite defensive tackle target of Texas fans, and the big fella feels the Longhorn love.

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 • Dustin McComas
Midlands storylines: Can anyone catch AM

Midlands storylines: Can anyone catch AM

Daylon Mack's commitment to Texas A&M is just one of many Midlands storylines to track as we move forward to the 2015 cycle.

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 • Rob Cassidy and Jason Howell
Rivals.com: Top Big 12 recruiters

Rivals.com: Top Big 12 recruiters

Kendal Briles continued to cement his reputation by signing two of Baylor's biggest stars. See the other top Big 12 recruiters.

 • Rivals.com
National Signing Day: Conference Breakdown

National Signing Day: Conference Breakdown

Find out what our experts had to say about Derrick Nnadi picking Florida State and all the teams in all the major conferences.

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 • Rivals.com
An Overview of the 2014 Texas Recruiting Class

An Overview of the 2014 Texas Recruiting Class

The Longhorns finished the 2014 recruiting cycle with 23 commitments, including some late additions at key positions. Orangebloods.com offers an overv

 • Dustin McComas
Nelson to Texas - Another NSD score

Nelson to Texas - Another NSD score

The Longhorns scored another National Signing Day commitment with Lakeland (FL) DT Chris Nelson picking Texas over two in-state schools. Details insid

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 • Jason Suchomel
Longhorns snag a d-tackle commitment

Longhorns snag a d-tackle commitment

Texas needed DT help in a big way, and the Longhorns got some with a NSD commitment from Poona Ford. For Ford, the decision to attend Texas was all ab

 • Jason Suchomel
Ford facing tough decision

Ford facing tough decision

Poona Ford visited Texas over the weekend and the Longhorns have a good shot of landing the talented defensive tackle.

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 • Jason Suchomel
Weekend visits: Lone Star shift

Weekend visits: Lone Star shift

Texas A&M has already flipped one Texas commit, can the Aggies sway Otara Alaka as well? We break down a big visit weekend.

 • John Foletta
Ford excels on and off the field

Ford excels on and off the field

A week ago, most Texas fans had never heard the name Poona Ford. With a few weeks until signing day, it's now a name to remember.

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 • Jason Suchomel
Semper Fi: Friday East best

Semper Fi: Friday East best

MORE: Complete UA All-American Game coverage

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 • Dan Weber
Semper Fi offense progresses

Semper Fi offense progresses

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 • Dan Weber
Semper Fi: Thursday East Best

Semper Fi: Thursday East Best

Montel McBride was one of several East team players that stood out during Thursday's Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl practice.

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 • Dan Weber
Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas Awards

Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas Awards

South Carolina commit Donnell Stanley had a strong week at the Shrine Bowl. Find out just how strong as we hand out some awards.

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 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Around the Southeast: Sawyer stays home

Around the Southeast: Sawyer stays home

Dante Sawyer committed to South Carolina, but is the door still open for Missouri? Get that scoop and more Around the Southeast.

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 • Woody Wommack & Kynon Codrington
Revived interest

Revived interest

Louisville commitment Poona Ford recently spoke with South Carolina's staff. Does he plan to make a visit to Columbia?

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 • Josh Low
Park, Wideman stand out at Shrine practice

Park, Wideman stand out at Shrine practice

Georgia QB commit Jacob Park looked strong on Day 2 of the Shrine Bowl workouts. Adam Friedman has S. Carolina's top performers.

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 • Adam Friedman
Wideman a beast in practice

Wideman a beast in practice

Defensive tackle Dexter Wideman leads Adam Friedman's list of top performers for South Carolina's team at Shrine Bowl practice.

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 • Adam Friedman
Shrine Bowl Notes: Scott, Thompson still open

Shrine Bowl Notes: Scott, Thompson still open

Rivals250 APB Derrell Scott arrived at the Shrine Bowl with a couple leaders, but he doesn't appear very close to a decision.

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 • Adam Friedman and Woody Wommack
Around the Southeast: Lanes decision on hold

Around the Southeast: Lanes decision on hold

Ermon Lane had planned to announce his decision Saturday, but that appears to be in doubt. Get the scoop Around the Southeast.

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 • Woody Wommack & Kynon Codrington
Defensive big board: Summer 2013

Defensive big board: Summer 2013

After taking a close look at the top remaining targets on offense yesterday, today we're looking at the defensive side of the ball.

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 • Volquest.com Staff
Ford getting more comfortable with Ohio State

Ford getting more comfortable with Ohio State

Hilton Head (S.C.) defensive tackle Poona Ford was a highly anticipated camper this weekend at Ohio State. He talked about working with the staff and

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 • Marc Givler
Ford is a mixture of strength and speed

Ford is a mixture of strength and speed

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. - Our travels took us to South Carolina on Thursday to watch outstanding DT Poona Ford turn in an impressive workout. Check o

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 • Marc Givler & Kevin Noon
Ford not forcing his recruitment

Ford not forcing his recruitment

Defensive tackle Poona Ford has made believers out of everyone who has seen him practice or play. We caught up with the 3-star offer to see what makes

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 • Kevin Noon
Orlando Nike Camp: Top defensive standouts

Orlando Nike Camp: Top defensive standouts

Bayside (Fla.) Palm Bay's Greg Miclisse earned MVP honors at the Orlando Nike Camp after showing out in pass rush drills.

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 • Kynon Codrington
Ford may be nations fastest-rising prospect

Ford may be nations fastest-rising prospect

UNC is intrigued by Hilton Head (S.C.) defensive lineman Poona Ford, a 2014 talent that's on the rise.

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 • Justin Rowland
South Carolina defensive lineman sees the Vols

South Carolina defensive lineman sees the Vols

With the program set to lose some half-dozen defensive linemen after the 2013 season, signing players for the defensive trenches is a huge priority. O

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 • Paul Fortenberry
Rivals Video Spotlight: Poona Ford junior highlights

Rivals Video Spotlight: Poona Ford junior highlights

http://rivals.yahoo.com/video/recruiting-football/Rivals-Spotlight-Poona-Ford-1113291

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 • Steven Willis
The Big Poona

The Big Poona

HILTON HEAD ISLAND -- The state of South Carolina is loaded with defensive tackles this recruiting cycle, and this 6-1, 280-pounder with an 80-inch wi

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 • Ryan Bartow
Poona favors Gamecocks

Poona favors Gamecocks

South Carolina has been a constant in the recruitment of Hilton Head (S.C.) DT Poona Ford, and the junior likes what he has heard. He was on campus a

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 • Josh Low
Poona talks Gamecocks

Poona talks Gamecocks

HILTON HEAD, S.C. - 2014 DT Poona Ford goes on the record in person with GamecockCentral.com about his USC offer and more.

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 • Josh Low
Offers rising for 2014 DT

Offers rising for 2014 DT

Offers are beginning to rise for Hilton Head, S.C. 2014 defensive tackle Poona Ford. In fact, the SEC came calling last week for the 6-foot-1, 288-pou

 • Mike Farrell