The last three recruiting cycles seem to be on a solid upswing. The great thing about Goodson is as a high school junior he already has the body the staff wanted Wadley to grow into. I see this young man contributing as a true freshman.
New Story ***Hawkeyes land Georgia RB Tyler Goodson***
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Good one!
But just for some perspective, Jake Fromm played in 6A, and his senior year team went 7-3.
I would expect him to contribute as a TR FR much like IKM did in '17 (mostly on special teams, but earning some carries). Of course, if he's as versatile as I think, he could also get package where he potentially splits out wide.
Holy cow! Well written and well spoken! This is everything I wanted out my players and what I wanted their focus to be on. I am beyond impressed with this young man
The Chad Simmons piece is awesome. This is a great glimpse of a new recruit. If he shows half the character and education that this article does Iowa got a great kid. My bet is he's going to be on the freshman leadership group.
I'm very impressed with his process and goals. I think he will be a special player and will find success on the field and in the real world
He lifts his leg up at the goal line just a little too high on one of his TD runs. If he can get that selfish showboating under control, I think he has a chance to contribute.
Watching his film ... he has pretty impressive foot speed. Really allows him to have some nice acceleration - both straight-line acceleration and as it relates to change of direction too. It appears to me that he honestly offers a skill set that we don't yet have on campus. I'm very excited about his commitment!
Welcome to the Hawkeye family Tyler!
Welcome to the Hawkeye family Tyler!
I’m glad we are getting an amazing player, but I am also so proud of our coaches for the kinds of kids they bring in. They make the University of Iowa and Iowa City a better place, and they win games.
I got goose bumps reading that letter and shared with my 10 year old son. Yes winning is important in sports, but winning in life is that much better. The university of Iowa and Iowa and Iowa City just got better, as did the Hawks.
Tear it up on the field Mr. Goodson!!! And in I.C.!!!
I got goose bumps reading that letter and shared with my 10 year old son. Yes winning is important in sports, but winning in life is that much better. The university of Iowa and Iowa and Iowa City just got better, as did the Hawks.
Tear it up on the field Mr. Goodson!!! And in I.C.!!!
I like how he hits the hole after being patient enough to find it, first.
I like how he floats along and has the vision (huge skill for any RB) to find where the hole is, even if it is a cutback lane.
I like how he makes a decision on the hole, puts his foot in the ground and shoots through that hole quickly.
Because I didn’t see any jump/stop shake and bake, I will say he reminds me much more of a Freddie Russell with better receiving skills out of the backfield than he he does of Akrum.
I like how he floats along and has the vision (huge skill for any RB) to find where the hole is, even if it is a cutback lane.
I like how he makes a decision on the hole, puts his foot in the ground and shoots through that hole quickly.
Because I didn’t see any jump/stop shake and bake, I will say he reminds me much more of a Freddie Russell with better receiving skills out of the backfield than he he does of Akrum.
A peach state running back with several power 5 offers is coming to Iowa. How sweet is that? Thank you Tyler for picking the Hawkeyes. A great experience awaits you both on and off the field. I can't wait to watch tearing up the B1G in a Hawkeye uniform! Take full advantage of everything the University of Iowa has to offer. It will positively impact the rest of your life.
Some of you guys are talking about true freshman contributing right away most will get too now with that 4 game rules
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP!!!!
Another confident, faith driven athlete. He chose Iowa because he is the type of guy to do whats right. Good kid. Puts God first.
Wow. The young man put some time in crafting that letter. Unless Mom typed it up for him, looks like he spent some time in the classroom as well.Rivals.com's Chad Simmons caught up with Goodson to break down his commitment even more.
https://iowa.rivals.com/news/the-next-chapter-tyler-goodson-tells-story-behind-iowa-commitment
Well done young man.
So, next year we have 3 Jrs @RB with lots of experience, followed by Geil (and possibly Evans?). Then you add Goodson as a true Frosh. I'm thinking Goodson is too good to redshirt. Something's gotta give.
Unfortunately, it seems something always gives when we think we have a lot of quality depth somewhere, especially at RB.
