I'm down at The Miami Herald today talking with the top high school juniors and seniors in Miami-Dade who came in for our media day.
I got to catchup with Northwestern quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and receiver Eli Rogers, two future Canes. Bridgewater, fresh off his trip to the Elite 11 camp in California, talked about his relationship with Jacory Harris and how he's been working on taking snaps under center. Rogers shared a personal story about how his mother is battling AIDS.
Great interviews Manny!! Any news on Collier?
Posted by: BoriCane76 | August 02, 2010 at 03:53 PM
I know people 3 or 4 times older than Eli and still aren't half the man he is. God bless you young man.
Posted by: aes | August 02, 2010 at 04:16 PM
Wow what a strong person. Hoping Eli is next in line of great Cane WR's.
Posted by: db21 | August 02, 2010 at 05:17 PM
be strong eli things will get better ,you control your destiny
Posted by: Daryel | August 02, 2010 at 07:30 PM
We got us two great young men...especially Eli
Posted by: Chevyboy79 | August 02, 2010 at 09:05 PM
God Bless you and your family, Eli ... keep the Faith ...
Posted by: jflisk | August 02, 2010 at 09:37 PM
Eli:
My best Wishes to your future and that of your Moms. My very best.
Posted by: Vlady in L.A. | August 02, 2010 at 10:10 PM
Eli just became my fav recruit in this class. I cannot imagine what this young man is going through. He couldn't have chosen a better school. Randy will help him get through this. My thoughts and most sincere prayers go out to Eli and his family.
Posted by: The Don | August 02, 2010 at 10:16 PM
wow, that Eli interview was intense. nice job, Manny. I'll look forward to cheering this guy in a Canes uniform.
Posted by: brooklyncane | August 02, 2010 at 10:24 PM
ONE LOVE ELI! KEEP YOUR HEAD TO THE SKY. CHRIST IS WITH US ALL.
Posted by: 2cane | August 03, 2010 at 01:08 AM
I watched three Nike 7-On games over the weekend. Eli and Teddy were without a doubt, the two best players in that venue. Bar none. Better than James Wilder!
Great reports Manny.
Posted by: TheSergeantMajor | August 03, 2010 at 01:57 AM
We're pretty lucky to get these two wonderful young men. That's what I like about Coach Shannon. He seems like he's very selective in his recruiting style, not just for getting talented players, but for getting players with good character who fit the Miami mode.
God Bless Eli, his Mom, and his family. I look for big things out of Eli. I predict he will end his career at Miami as one of the all-time greats.
Teddy sure looks confident, focused, and should be a great leader for Miami's future. He could play anywhere and excel.
Posted by: TheSergeantMajor | August 03, 2010 at 02:24 AM
EXCELLENT INTERVIEW BY BOTH TEDDY AND ELI. I PRAY FOR ELI'S STRENGTH IN REGARDS TO HIS MOM. I PRAY FOR HER SOUL SALVATION. PSALMS 100
Posted by: RICK TRUTH SPEAKER | August 03, 2010 at 03:48 AM
Eli=young African-American inspiration.
Posted by: imyahuckleberri | August 03, 2010 at 08:46 AM
Good is a healer and faith is what moves God. Continue to pray and seek the face of God he is the source of your strength. Be encourage and keep the faith.
Posted by: jermaine | August 03, 2010 at 10:15 AM
I couldn't finish watching the Eli interview. I lost it man. Couldn't stop crying.
Posted by: 87' canes | August 03, 2010 at 11:34 AM
Great interviews, very well done. There is a reason that RS and staff are having virtually no problems with players and players are graduating, there is no room for kids without character.
The team is at the top of their academic game and soon they will be on top on the field as well.
Posted by: quncycane | August 03, 2010 at 06:19 PM
such a cool kid. I pray eli turns into nfl material during his um stay
Posted by: ncslim | August 03, 2010 at 08:47 PM
AMEN ncslim AMEN
Posted by: '87 Canes | August 04, 2010 at 05:04 AM
Thanks!
Posted by: TheATLcane | August 04, 2010 at 08:51 AM