Recruit Watch: Aaron Boyd '08 WR [Archive] - Wildcat Nation Forums

Coldstream

05-29-2007, 08:37 AM

Aaron Boyd
Ht: 6-4.5 Wt: 192 40: 4.5
Position: WR, TE
Year: Class of 2008
High School: Henry Clay HS (http://hskentucky.scout.com/)
(Lexington, KY)
2008 Scout.com HS Football Rankings (full list (http://scout.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=9&c=4&yr=2008)):
Pos: WR
Pos Rank: NR
Pos Rating: http://media.scout.com/media/site_logo/rating.gif http://media.scout.com/media/site_logo/rating.gif http://media.scout.com/media/site_logo/rating.gif

Biography: Brother of former Kentucky and current Pittsburgh Steelers back-up quarterback Shane Boyd. Junior Year (2006): Named second team All-City at WR after having caught 37 balls for 453 yards and 2 touchdowns a year ago.

http://scout.scout.com/a.z?s=7&p=8&c=1&nid=3000717

poodoo

05-29-2007, 12:54 PM

A positive for UK would surely be our losses at the wide receiver position this year. Mr. Boyd certainly has some impressive offers, and I would love to have him here, especially if he is also the quality individual his brother Shane was.

I tend to be positive, but I admit to wondering if Shane's not experiencing more happiness while here could be hurtful to UK. I certainly hope that is not the case.

Mino859

05-31-2007, 10:34 PM

It has, but not because Shane's pushed that on him. He's thinking on a bigger scale

The Old School JPS

06-01-2007, 01:19 PM

The CJ ran an article on him today:

http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070601/SPORTS11/70601013

poodoo

06-03-2007, 10:05 PM

It has, but not because Shane's pushed that on him. He's thinking on a bigger scale

Thanks for sharing. Too, I notice Aaron mentions Louisville as a possibility. Speaking of a "bigger scale," I suspect UK's beating Louisville this fall could be a huge plus for Kentucky. Let's just hope that happens. :)

BOURBON TOWN CAT FAN

06-05-2007, 08:38 AM

Hopefully Boyd follows in the footsteps of his brother, and UK doesn't let another good football player from my old HS get away, like Minnifield last year.

Here is a ton of highlight video on Shane.

http://www.henryclayfootball.com/ click on highlights and select a game.

Shane is wearing # 7.

Mino859

06-07-2007, 01:07 AM

I hate 2 say it but im a very close source, and im doubtin its Uk, as much as id like him 2 go there

poodoo

06-08-2007, 08:56 PM

I hate 2 say it but im a very close source, and im doubtin its Uk, as much as id like him 2 go there

FWIW, I had a feeling that you were, BUT it still COULD happen. I suspect how UK performs this season COULD POTENTIALLY make a positive difference. GO CATS!

Coldstream

10-04-2007, 08:19 AM

Update: Aaron Boyd

http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/demling/uploaded_images/Aaron-Boyd-mug-722429.jpg (http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/demling/uploaded_images/Aaron-Boyd-mug-723139.jpg)Lexington Henry Clay standout wide receiver Aaron Boyd has put up Mr. Football-type numbers so far this season for the Blue Devils.

Boyd has 25 catches for 606 yards and eight touchdowns for the 5-0 Blue Devils.

"We are taking it one step at a time," said Boyd, who noted he doesn't think about Mr. Football. "I'm not into selling myself or anything like that. My brother (former University of Kentucky quarterback Shane Boyd) didn't win (Mr. Football). I'm pretty sure if he didn't win it, then I don't deserve to win it."

While he's putting up the numbers, Boyd said he's not fretting over his college decision noting that "I'm trying to keep things quiet until the end of the season."

"I do have a few select schools that I am looking at," Boyd said. "But I won't narrow it down until we get near the playoffs (in early November). I won't make any visits until November."

Boyd has offers from Kentucky, Louisville, Miami, N.C. State, Virginia and Tennessee and is also in constant contact with Arkansas, Florida, LSU and Michigan.

He said that while he's been watching UK's successful season with a close eye that in itself won't be a deciding factor when he picks a school.

"Kentucky is a top choice because it's my hometown school, but my decision won’t be based on what is happening right now," he said. "I'm looking for consistency. What is happening right now is pretty awesome, but I will not let it factor into my decision."

http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/demling/2007/10/update-aaron-boyd.html

poodoo

10-04-2007, 04:15 PM

I still hang on to hope that Aaron will become a Cat. I so want that to happen.

Coldstream

10-06-2007, 10:50 AM

http://media.heraldleader.com/smedia/2007/10/05/23/186-1006D5BOYD.embedded.prod_affiliate.79.jpg (http://media.heraldleader.com/smedia/2007/10/05/23/685-1006D5BOYD.standalone.prod_affiliate.79.jpg)
Matt Barton
Henry Clay's Aaron Boyd grabbed a 26-yard touchdown pass from Ryan Phillippi in the second quarter. The Devils beat the Bulldogs 42-3 last year. Photo by Matt Barton

BOURBON TOWN CAT FAN

10-10-2007, 12:46 PM

New to the 250
PlayerPositionRank
E.J. Abrams-Ward (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=62062)Athlete165
LaMichael James (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=58306)RB227
Tommy Streeter (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=60188)WR228
Jurrell Casey (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=60546)DT230
D.J. Coles (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=56737)WR234
Kemonte Bateman (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=37265)WR234
Marc Anthony (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=59351)CB243
Brandon Boykin (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=58998)CB246
Taylor Hill (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=59783)LB247
Omoregie Uzzi (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=58628)OG248
Aaron Boyd (http://kentucky.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=60978)WR250
Complete Rivals250 (http://rivals100.rivals.com/viewrank.asp?ra_key=1738)

10-10-2007, 01:32 PM

Which means he's a 4 star.

UedK

10-10-2007, 01:51 PM

Yep, Rivals now has him as a 4-Star.

Hopefully he will buy into coming to UK and being our new Keenan Burton for the next few years.

10-10-2007, 03:24 PM

Only the top 50 in each class are 5 star,
The next two hundred are 4 star,
and the next 500 are 3 star,
so using the approximately 2,500 Division 1A yearly SIGNEES - not recruits as there are many more eligible recruits than signees, only 750 or 30% are rated above a two star.

Certainly leaves LOTS OF ROOM for error.

Los Gatos

10-10-2007, 09:15 PM

Yep, Rivals now has him as a 4-Star.

Hopefully he will buy into coming to UK and being our new Keenan Burton for the next few years.

Of course, if he signs with UK, they will drop him to three stars.

poodoo

10-11-2007, 05:54 PM

I had heard Jeff Drummond say Monday evening that Aaron would be moving up to four stars. He is honestly the recruit I am most wanting to become a Cat.

In regard to Keenan, Joker has reportedly told E.J. Fields, who has us at the top but followed closely by Wisconsin, that he really reminds him of Keenan and that he could fit the same way into UK's offense. I would also love for Mr. Fields to become a Cat, by the way. :)

10-11-2007, 07:50 PM

Some guys I really want to see in this class are Boyd, Fields, Heard and Lester. A couple of D-linemen are necessary as well and Mr. Newman would be a welcome addition.

poodoo

10-14-2007, 08:12 PM

Some guys I really want to see in this class are Boyd, Fields, Heard and Lester. A couple of D-linemen are necessary as well and Mr. Newman would be a welcome addition.

Oh, yes, I agree with all of those (although I only remember Lester's name, so you could share some info on him). Of course, we NOW have one of those wide receivers. :)

Indeed, I would naturally love for Mr. Newman to change his mind and become a Cat. I think there's at least a chance of that happening, especially in consideration of how it's going right now at Notre Dame.

DCWildcat

10-15-2007, 08:43 PM

Boyd and Fields could make for an excellent backfield in the coming years.

wildcatdon

10-16-2007, 09:12 AM

so if we were playing crappy,i guess that wouldnt factor into his decision either? yeah right...

poodoo

10-16-2007, 06:13 PM

Boyd and Fields could make for an excellent backfield in the coming years.

Getting both of these fine players would surely help us at the wide receiver position, where we will lose both Keenan Burton and Stevie Johnson.

poodoo

10-17-2007, 04:01 PM

On a radio show Monday evening, someone SAID that Aaron was CLOSE to becoming a Cat. I know that means absolutely nothing, but I SO WANT it to be true. :)

10-17-2007, 05:26 PM

Closer than you know. ;)

poodoo

10-19-2007, 02:47 PM

Closer than you know. ;)

That's exactly what I had hoped to hear from someone close to "in the know." :)

gerntz

10-19-2007, 05:46 PM

What the lady said.

poodoo

10-25-2007, 12:06 PM

I SO BADLY want Aaron to commit to the Cats. Thus, I'm moving this one back to the top for any further discussion and updates. :) I did read that Matt Jones had a positive interview with the young man. :)

BOURBON TOWN CAT FAN

10-26-2007, 12:29 PM

Some guys I really want to see in this class are Boyd, Fields, Heard and Lester. A couple of D-linemen are necessary as well and Mr. Newman would be a welcome addition.

The biggest recruit this year, IMO, will be keeping DJ Stafford as a commitment.

ShelbyvilleCathead

10-26-2007, 02:07 PM

Some guys I really want to see in this class are Boyd, Fields, Heard and Lester. A couple of D-linemen are necessary as well and Mr. Newman would be a welcome addition.

Saw where Lester committed to Alabama after his visit last weekend.

10-26-2007, 03:49 PM

Saw where Lester committed to Alabama after his visit last weekend.

Yeah - saw that too. Kind'a bummed me out but we're still in good shape with other kids.

11-12-2007, 10:46 AM

Uh-oh. I'm hearing that Boyd is liking UVa A LOT! Not looking good for the Cats after his visit there. :mad:

ShelbyvilleCathead

11-12-2007, 02:30 PM

Uh-oh. I'm hearing that Boyd is liking UVa A LOT! Not looking good for the Cats after his visit there. :mad:
When I saw this thread had been bumped I got excited. Then I read it.

The Old School JPS

11-12-2007, 05:44 PM

Uh-oh. I'm hearing that Boyd is liking UVa A LOT! Not looking good for the Cats after his visit there. :mad:

Maybe we'll just have to kick the overrated Cavaliers' a$$es in the Chik-Fil-A Bowl then.

That is, unless we have bigger fish to fry, like evening the score with Penn State in the Outback.

ShelbyvilleCathead

11-12-2007, 05:52 PM

Maybe we'll just have to kick the overrated Cavaliers' a$ in the Chik-Fil-A Bowl then.

That is, unless we have bigger fish to fry, like evening the score with Penn State in the Outback.

I like the latter of those scenarios. i am gonna be in Ft Myers, alot easier to get Tampa from there than Atlanta. Heck I 'd even settle for the Capital One bowl.

poodoo

11-16-2007, 06:05 PM

Uh-oh. I'm hearing that Boyd is liking UVa A LOT! Not looking good for the Cats after his visit there. :mad:

NO!!! I usually like your news, RV, but not this time. I have worried about Aaron all along. I SO BADLY want him to become a Cat. MAYBE it will still happen, though.

BOURBON TOWN CAT FAN

11-19-2007, 10:53 AM

NO!!! I usually like your news, RV, but not this time. I have worried about Aaron all along. I SO BADLY want him to become a Cat. MAYBE it will still happen, though.

A former teammate at Henry Clay and good friend of his Chase Minnifield, seems to be swaying him towards UVA.

poodoo

11-21-2007, 06:38 PM

I have often posted that how SOME UK fans had booed Shane when he was a Cat was a real concern for me--that I have BADLY wanted Aaron to become a Cat, but that I have thought that past happening just might influence Aaron to go elsewhere. :icon_sad: FWIW, Dick Gabriel said last night that Aaron has privately told someone that he would never be a Cat because of how some fans had treated his brother. Gabriel did add, though, that the staff still continues to recruit Aaron REALLY HARD. Thankfully, they have not given up on him.

gerntz

11-21-2007, 07:58 PM

But how some fans may have treated his brother & booing aren't the same thing.

BigblueDrew

11-22-2007, 11:48 PM

gerntz

11-23-2007, 07:22 AM

^ I think recruits sometimes use these words & similar as a way to blame that school for the reason they don't wind up going there versus just saying they prefer somewhere else & having to take heat for that decision.

poodoo

11-23-2007, 09:05 AM

I must have missed the "mistreated part. The kids brother was allowed to start at UK at QB for close to two years, one year when he wasn't good enough to do so, So how is that mistreatment. If his brother has some ax to grind over some percieved slight in the past , to heck with him, let him go elsewhere. We don't need the attitude.

In regard to the booing, I had heard that wording used in the past. In my post I had used Gabriel's exact words from the show--and those words were merely how some fans had "treated" his brother.

I know one thing, though. It is most normal to HURT for a loved one when one feels he is being mistreated. The loved one sometimes takes it much harder than the individual going through the experience.

I feel sure Aaron's brother Shane does NOT have any "ax to grind." Shane continues to support UK, coming to games, etc. (and he has told Aaron to follow his own heart in his decision, which makes me think Shane might personally like to see him at UK).

Yet, Aaron himself heard the loud boos when his brother would be inserted into the game--and when he would be booed for a mistake by fans who happened to think that he was "not good enough" to be out there (and, no, I don't think anyone here did that). I heard the boos, and they broke my heart for Shane, a fine young man. It's easy for me to understand that they could have bothered his own brother Aaron much more.

Neither Shane or Aaron is guilty of anything. Again, Shane has continued to support UK. To be perfectly honest, I think Shane has already taken more than his fair share of criticism.

Remembering things, I have always doubted that Aaron would become a Cat. Hearing Gabriel's words, sharing what Aaron had said privately and basically serving as proof of what I had heard in the past, I doubt it all the more.

Too, though, Aaron's statements had been made in the past, so just MAYBE he will change his mind. In this particular case, I do not think Aaron is simply saying something to blame the school (whose games he continues to attend, by the way). His words had been merely said privately to someone, and it, unfortunately, made some sense to this listener. We humans tend to love our family members and hurt for them. If Aaron does not become a Cat (and his friendship with Chase may becoming a strong factor in his decision), I seriously doubt that he will mention anything whatsoever about those hurt feelings.

I now regret that I, a worry-wart, shared what Aaron had reportedly said privately at some time. All I can do to correct that is to STRESS that NEITHER Shane nor Aaron have done or said anything to be criticized by us fans. As always, I still HOPE Aaron somehow becomes a Cat, and that he himself has a most positive experience here. :)

gerntz

11-23-2007, 10:29 AM

^ poodoo, I think the "axe to grind" statement was referring to Aaron's doing, not Shane. But perhaps I misread what you wrote.

As far as any booing that occurred when Shane entered the game, it could have been directed at the coaching decision, not at Shane. But easy enough to interpret or be the the way you stated.

Mark Blueblood

11-26-2007, 06:30 PM

poodoo

11-29-2007, 12:17 PM

I was the one who had misread a post, gerntz. Anyway, I just SO HOPE Joker and company can somehow convince Aaron to become a Cat.

ShelbyvilleCathead

12-11-2007, 08:09 AM

Heard where Boyd had narrowed his list to Virginia, Florida and UK. Any truth to that?

Coldstream

12-11-2007, 08:39 AM

Heard where Boyd had narrowed his list to Virginia, Florida and UK. Any truth to that?
Sorta narrowed down list. He hasn't heard much from UL and LSU ran out of schollies but are still in contact with him. So that leaves those 3 in the top tier of his list for now.

ShelbyvilleCathead

12-11-2007, 11:31 AM

Thanks coldstream!

poodoo

12-12-2007, 12:06 PM

I heard on the Cats' Pause Show Monday night that Coach Brooks' and Joker's visit with Aaron went really well. I refuse to give up hope on this young man's becoming a Cat. The UK players and coaches are a FAMILY. I think that might be our top appeal. GO CATS! GO COACH BROOKS!

gerntz

12-12-2007, 07:37 PM

^ What the great lady said.

WildcatRick

12-13-2007, 12:39 AM

He is making a visit to UK this weekend.

BigblueDrew

12-13-2007, 11:59 PM

Frankly, I don't think we need attitudes like yours either.

It wasn't Boyd's decision to start himself - it was the coach's. And yeah - the guy played his heart out and still continues to support Kentucky football. Had it been a member of my family getting boo'ed for nothing - I'd have an ax to grind also.

Yet another reason why booing is classless and stupid.

What ye sow so shall ye reap.

Fella I have NEVER booed ANY college football player much less a Wildcat. My post dealt with a percieved "mistreatment" of Shane while a Wildcat, I just don't see it. He was given every opportunity to shine here. If he didn't the fans and the coaches had nothing to do with it. I and 99% of our fans yelled for the cats just as hard when he was playing as they do when he wasn't. If his brother is too thin skinned to have seen that it's HIS problem not ours.

Mark Blueblood

12-15-2007, 09:35 AM

Fella I have NEVER booed ANY college football player much less a Wildcat. My post dealt with a percieved "mistreatment" of Shane while a Wildcat, I just don't see it. He was given every opportunity to shine here. If he didn't the fans and the coaches had nothing to do with it. I and 99% of our fans yelled for the cats just as hard when he was playing as they do when he wasn't. If his brother is too thin skinned to have seen that it's HIS problem not ours.

That's fine. If you perceive booing someone of your own team (and I'm only speaking of those who did boo him), who is doing his best to represent us as fair treatment - so be it. I'm just telling you what my attitude toward a fan base that would do that to my brother would be. Frankly, I side with Aaron on this one. It was uncalled for and classless on our "fans" part.

So...he doesn't play up to OUR expectations so he should be boo'ed? Sorry - I don't buy into that. And keep in mind - not everyone is as tough as you. Give the kid a break. Seems as if you're the one who's a little thin skinned on this one.

12-15-2007, 11:32 PM

I recently heard some very good news regarding young Mr. Boyd.

WildcatRick

12-15-2007, 11:52 PM

I recently heard some very good news regarding young Mr. Boyd.

So did I.:thumbup:

bigcat312

12-16-2007, 01:11 AM

Mr RV an Mr Rick could u give us a teaser of a hint of what that may be.

gerntz

12-16-2007, 08:16 AM

^ I think they did.

ShelbyvilleCathead

12-16-2007, 10:35 AM

I going to ask if Boyd's visit this weekend went well then I saw where Rick and RV had already posted. Tis nice, I like:icon_lol:

CarterHall

12-16-2007, 04:28 PM

A UK lover, and he loves athletic Kentucky players.

ukwildcatfan33

12-16-2007, 08:52 PM

Quoting from a competing UK board much less a premium pay site is prohibited.

poodoo

12-18-2007, 02:55 PM

Oh, I'm keeping my fingers crossed, RV and WildcatRick. From day one I have SO BADLY wanted Shane's brother Aaron to become a Cat. I always loved Shane as a Cat, and I'm sure I would similarly love his brother. May it happen! :)

Coldstream

01-29-2008, 04:19 PM

Aaron Boyd update

Just talked with Henry Clay standout wide receiver Aaron Boyd, who is just traveling back from an official visit with Oregon.

The 6-foot-5, 195-pound Boyd visited Arkansas last weekend and then went to Oregon and he said "it was long but a fun weekend."

Boyd said he'll pick from between Arkansas, Oregon, Missouri and Kentucky. He'll make his decision known on Feb. 6 at a ceremony at school.

"It's going to be a tough decision," Boyd said. "I just have to take it one step at a time."

Boyd did say he was "very close" to knowing what school he wanted to attend.

"I'll probably know my decision before the sixth but I won't make it public until then," he said.

http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/demling/labels/Aaron%20Boyd.html

SBCatMan

01-29-2008, 06:09 PM

Well, I guess you have to give the kid some credit. He has a pretty decent final four. Oregon is a LONG way, but they do play an exciting brand of offense. Missouri and Arkansas are a little bit of a gamble. Mizzoo has been on the rise the last couple of years, but I think their QB is a senior this year. What else is there to say about Petrino? He is a low down, lying, two-faced mercenary who could be gone at the drop of a hat. But, IF he stays at Arkansas for 4 or 5 years, there is no denying his ability to put together a high-powered offense.

That leaves UK. Joker will be running the show, either as OC or HC, and we know what he has done for Keenan Burton and he has likley made an NFL WR out of Stevie Johnson. As a home-grown Lexington product, Boyd's legacy would be secure at UK.

Let's hope we are his choice, but he could do worse than some of his other options as well.

bleedbluelady

01-29-2008, 08:45 PM

That leaves UK. Joker will be running the show, either as OC or HC, and we know what he has done for Keenan Burton and he has likley made an NFL WR out of Stevie Johnson. As a home-grown Lexington product, Boyd's legacy would be secure at UK.

I have my fingers and toes crossed that is how he sees it. :widcat:

As for what you said about Petrino, you were way too kind.

ShelbyvilleCathead

01-30-2008, 11:40 AM

poodoo

01-30-2008, 02:26 PM

PeachtreeCat

01-30-2008, 02:26 PM

I have my fingers and toes crossed that is how he sees it. :widcat:

As for what you said about Petrino, you were way too kind.
Everyone here in Catlanta agrees!!!

poodoo

01-30-2008, 02:32 PM

I have my fingers and toes crossed that is how he sees it. :widcat:

As for what you said about Petrino, you were way too kind.

:icon_lol: Maybe that's been the problem for me, bleedbluelady, in regard to our not getting all the recruits to come to UK, as I had wanted. I guess I need to join you in crossing my TOES, too. Maybe applying your blue polish might help, too! :icon_lol:

In regard to Petrino, offensive genius or not, it's hard for me to understand a guy's really wanting to play for him. That's FOUR years of one's life, then again, maybe not in that case. :icon_mrgreen: I read about UK player after player and recruit after recruit loving the FAMILY atmosphere at UK. Here's hoping Mr. Boyd chooses to enjoy THAT for four years. :)

BOURBON TOWN CAT FAN

01-31-2008, 10:43 AM

http://recruiting.scout.com/2/724855.html

Scout.com's No. 26 wide receiver will announce his choice between Missouri (http://missouri.scout.com/), Oregon (http://oregon.scout.com/), Kentucky (http://kentucky.scout.com/) and Arkansas (http://arkansas.scout.com/) on signing Day (Feb. 6) at a 3:00 pm high school press conference.
"I'll decide sometime before signing day," Boyd said. "It'll be a family decision later this week. I don't really know what I'm going to do yet and I don't have a leader. I just have to think about it."
Boyd's 24-year old brother, Shane, played for Kentucky and now lives in Houston, Texas. Aaron denies that his brother is trying to steer him in any direction. He also denies that his parents have any preference.
"My two favorite trips were to Missouri and Oregon," Boyd said. "They both had great facilities and were in nice towns. Missouri (Columbia) is just a football town. It's crazy down there and they really have a lot of spirit.
"There's a lot to do at Oregon (Eugene). They have beautiful scenery and it seems like it would be a really good place to be," he said. "Coach (Mike) Bellotti will be at my school and my house tomorrow (Jan. 31). I think he'll be the last coach I'll see.
"Today, coach Joker Phillips (offensive coordinator and wide receivers) from Kentucky came by my school to see me. Kentucky's in my backyard. It's like home.
"At Arkansas, the football team is the only show in town," Boyd said. "Everyone knows about you there. The players were great there and coach (Bob) Petrino is a good guy. He's really laid-back, but when he speaks it's with a lot of energy. "The head coaches of all these schools really know what they are doing and they've been at their schools for a long time, except Petrino," Boyd offered. "I think all the programs are really stable and good to go into

Boyd reports a 2.7 core GPA and an 18 ACT

SBCatMan

01-31-2008, 11:15 AM

It is pretty hard to get much of a read from this report, but it sounds to me like Oregon might be a very slight leader. However, as I mentioned in an earlier post, you have to give Boyd a lot of credit. It sounds like his decision process has been thoughtful and deliberate and has yielded four pretty good options for him. There does not appear to be anything whimsical or knee-jerk about it. As a recruiter, you cannot ask for much more, other than the ultimate signature on February 6th.

If nothing else, look at the bright side. Look who is NOT on his list -- no UofL, no UT and no notre dame. Even if he goes somewhere other than UK, at the very least we have to give him credit for that.

SBCatMan

01-31-2008, 11:33 AM

For what its worth, scroll down to #159:

http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=3&c=2008CommitmentTracker

UKATFAN

01-31-2008, 12:14 PM

If Aaron picks another school other than UK, I sure hope it's not Arkansas. I hate seeing Petrino with that smirk on his face and I hope Aaron can read into what a dip that guy really is.

Matt Dillon

01-31-2008, 12:42 PM

[QUOTE=UKATFAN;390269]If Aaron picks another school other than UK, I sure hope it's not Arkansas. I hate seeing Petrino with that smirk on his face and I hope Aaron can read into what a dip that guy really is.[/QUOTE

Evidently he can't. He thinks Petrino is a good guy and laid back. Living 70 mi. east of L'ville., I don't see how he can possibly think that of Petrino.

SBCatMan

01-31-2008, 06:20 PM

Well, if you did not click on the link I provided above, Newberg, Wallace and Lichtenfells all think he is going to UK. But, I am sure they are just guessing like everyone else.

ImForKy

01-31-2008, 06:34 PM

poodoo

01-31-2008, 06:55 PM

[quote=UKATFAN;390269]If Aaron picks another school other than UK, I sure hope it's not Arkansas. I hate seeing Petrino with that smirk on his face and I hope Aaron can read into what a dip that guy really is.[/QUOTE

Evidently he can't. He thinks Petrino is a good guy and laid back. Living 70 mi. east of L'ville., I don't see how he can possibly think that of Petrino.

Guys, I am normally an optimist. Also, I often have certain impressions about folks, just things I sense, and they so often pan out just that way. I guess it's just feminine intuition.

Anyway, I surely HOPE I'm wrong this time. However, after listening to Dick Gabriel and Aaron Boyd last night, I would be quite surprised if Aaron were to become a Cat. He seemed most willing to go away from home. He seemed most impressed with Oregon. He also seemed high on Texas A&M AND Petrino's Hogs, unfortunately. He seemed to think that he has an opportunity to go in and start at any of the schools, not just at UK. He said something about how he would "get the ball" at Arkansas under Petrino.

Then again, Boyd said that Petrino was a "good guy," :eek: and no further comment from me on that. Who knows! He may have been "playing it off" last night, trying to mislead fans and surprise us with his announcement. Regardless, based on that interview, I do not see him becoming a Cat, unfortunately.

P.S. Gabriel directly mentioned to Aaron about his having heard that he had hard feelings in regard to UK fans' treatment of his brother Shane. To his credit, Aaron said that he would NOT put his decision on that, because of how he feels about the coaching staff, etc.

Matt Dillon

01-31-2008, 09:32 PM

[QUOTE=poodoo;390473]

Anyway, I surely HOPE I'm wrong this time. However, after listening to Dick Gabriel and Aaron Boyd last night, I would be quite surprised if Aaron were to become a Cat. He seemed most willing to go away from home. He seemed most impressed with Oregon. He also seemed high on Texas A&M AND the Cards, unfortunately. He seemed to think that he has an opportunity to go in and start at any of the schools, not just at UK. He said something about how he would "get the ball" at Louisville.

I didn't know he was even considering Texas A & M and U of L.

poodoo

02-01-2008, 08:12 PM

[quote=poodoo;390473]

Anyway, I surely HOPE I'm wrong this time. However, after listening to Dick Gabriel and Aaron Boyd last night, I would be quite surprised if Aaron were to become a Cat. He seemed most willing to go away from home. He seemed most impressed with Oregon. He also seemed high on Texas A&M AND the Cards, unfortunately. He seemed to think that he has an opportunity to go in and start at any of the schools, not just at UK. He said something about how he would "get the ball" at Louisville.

I didn't know he was even considering Texas A & M and U of L.

Matt Dillon, THANKS for posting, so I can correct my HUGE mistake. I should have said the HOGS and Arkansas, not Cards and Louisville. Petrino was in my brain, and I just automatically typed those without even thinking (and Aaron had earlier considered Louisville)!!! I'll go back and correct my post. Yes, Aaron also mentioned A&M in a positive light, along with Oregon and Arkansas. GO CATS!!!

KYISSUPREME

02-03-2008, 02:41 AM

Reading Boyd's quote about Petrino being a "good guy" makes me wonder about his decision making abilities. If anyone is definately NOT a good guy, it's Petrino. I live in the general Louisville area, and let me tell you, he's a first class turd. Boyd needs to do some real homework on Petrino. Look at what the Atlanta Falcons community has to say about him. Try to find something good. This guy has left carnage behind him at every stop. I like Boyd, and wish him the best. Would love to have him as a Wildcat. This article just makes me wonder about him, a lot.

Matt Dillon

02-03-2008, 10:21 AM

It is pretty amazing how anyone that knows anything at all about Petrino could think he's a good guy.

WildcatRick

02-05-2008, 02:43 AM

Boyd has narrowed his choices to UK and Oregon.

Catdaddy

02-05-2008, 06:56 AM

Boyd has narrowed his choices to UK and Oregon.

I could be wrong, but I gotta believe this bodes well for the cats, I know he doesn't care to leave the state but Oregon is a long way for family and friends to visit even occasionally. Keep your fingers crossed, this would be a big get.

Coldstream

02-05-2008, 08:29 AM

All signs point to Boyd signing with the Cats. :widcat:

ImForKy

02-05-2008, 12:07 PM

Boyd has narrowed his choices to UK and Oregon.

Several media outlets have reported that Henry Clay wide receiver Aaron Boyd, who will announce his college decision tomorrow, is down to the University of Kentucky and Oregon.

http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080205/SPORTS05/802050464

I also heard on the radio last night that he has moved his announcement up to 10:00 a.m. E.T. tomorrow. Now that's 7:00 a.m. in Oregon. That's awfully early for them to receive the announcement. Can we assume anything from this?

sardiscat

02-05-2008, 12:44 PM

Negative. It's still 10:00 where Boyd is. If he were going to have to make an announcment at 7:00 if it were Oregon, that might say something. Most LOIs will already have been faxed to most schools by 7:00 a.m. It's certainly not too early for a school to hear an announcement.

poodoo

02-05-2008, 06:36 PM

All signs point to Boyd signing with the Cats. :widcat:

I surely hope you are right, Coldstream. :big_grin:

Too, if so, Aaron was trying to keep it a surprise when I listened to him on WLAP. The most praise was definitedly directed toward Oregon and Arkansas, and he honestly sounded as if he would be happier playing farther from home. Also, last night on the Cats' Pause Show, Jeff Drummond did not sound at all optimistic that Shane would become a Cat.

By the way, you are getting my hopes up, Coldstream, :icon_biggrin: and, yes, I'll be here tomorrow morning. :big_grin:

Coldstream

02-05-2008, 07:49 PM

I surely hope you are right, Coldstream. :big_grin:

Too, if so, Aaron was trying to keep it a surprise when I listened to him on WLAP. The most praise was definitedly directed toward Oregon and Arkansas, and he honestly sounded as if he would be happier playing farther from home. Also, last night on the Cats' Pause Show, Jeff Drummond did not sound at all optimistic that Shane would become a Cat.

By the way, you are getting my hopes up, Coldstream, :icon_biggrin: and, yes, I'll be here tomorrow morning. :big_grin:

Oh, I am afraid to tell you that Shane will NOT be signing with the Cats. His eligibility to is already exhausted. :icon_mrgreen: But Aaron, his brother, oughtta be signing with our cats. ;)

poodoo

02-06-2008, 10:08 AM

Oh, I am afraid to tell you that Shane will NOT be signing with the Cats. His eligibility to is already exhausted. :icon_mrgreen: But Aaron, his brother, oughtta be signing with our cats. ;)

Oh, Coldstream! :icon_lol: Too, I'm one who tells on myself when mess up or do something crazy. I was talking to my husband last night about Aaron's press conference, which should be going on right now. I had said "SHANE'S" press conference! :icon_lol: Bear with me! :icon_lol:

devil duckie

02-06-2008, 10:22 AM

What Time Will We Know Where Boydm Chooses To Go?

mullet357

02-06-2008, 10:54 AM

Booyah!!! He's a Cat!!!!!!!!!!

UKATFAN

02-06-2008, 10:58 AM

According to Rivals.com. GO CATS!!!!!

WildcatRick

02-07-2008, 12:01 AM

It is a class that will not win style points from recruiting analysts, but the University of Kentucky won a key recruiting battles and have bolstered their roster after adding their latest class on National Signing Day Wednesday.

The Wildcats, who are coming off consecutive eight-win seasons and wins in the Music City Bowl, are expected to add between 20-25 players as the day goes along. The school is having some problems receiving National Letters of Intent because of power outages in the Lexington area.

Aaron Boyd, brother of former UK quarterback Shane Boyd, announced Wednesday morning that he selected the Wildcats over Oregon during a press conference at Henry Clay High School. Boyd, a 6-foot-5 wide receiver, is rated as the top prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com and Scout.com after compiling 1,2000 yards of total offense the last two seasons.

http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080206/SPT0104/302060070