RNE LB TJ Brunson opts for Louisville
July 17, 2015
Richland Northeast LB TJ Brunson knows a lot of schools want to watch him this season before moving on him because of the off-season hip surgery he underwent. But Friday Brunson decided not to wait on any other schools and committed to Louisville. Brunson visited the school Thursday and found exactly what he was looking for.
“The academics are great and you are set up to get your degree in your junior year,” Brunson said. “The coaching staff is impressive and they really push you to be the best you can be. I really liked Coach Todd Grantham’s philosophy and the style of coaching. The coaches spoke with me and I got to talk to James Burgess. I’ve noticed the success he’s had along with Keith Kelsey.”
Brunson also had offers from USC, NC State, Georgia Southern, North Carolina, East Carolina and Appalachian State. He wanted to commit to the Gamecocks earlier this year but they wanted to watch him this season and see how the hip held up. If Brunson is healthy and playing well, the Gamecocks and others may come calling again. However, Brunson said he won’t be interested.
“Can’t think of anyone who could make me change my mind,” said Brunson. “I’m firm on it.”
Last season Brunson had 134 tackles and 4 sacks. He is the 14th prospect from the state in the 2016 class to commit to an out of state FBS program.
July 17, 2015
Richland Northeast LB TJ Brunson knows a lot of schools want to watch him this season before moving on him because of the off-season hip surgery he underwent. But Friday Brunson decided not to wait on any other schools and committed to Louisville. Brunson visited the school Thursday and found exactly what he was looking for.
“The academics are great and you are set up to get your degree in your junior year,” Brunson said. “The coaching staff is impressive and they really push you to be the best you can be. I really liked Coach Todd Grantham’s philosophy and the style of coaching. The coaches spoke with me and I got to talk to James Burgess. I’ve noticed the success he’s had along with Keith Kelsey.”
Brunson also had offers from USC, NC State, Georgia Southern, North Carolina, East Carolina and Appalachian State. He wanted to commit to the Gamecocks earlier this year but they wanted to watch him this season and see how the hip held up. If Brunson is healthy and playing well, the Gamecocks and others may come calling again. However, Brunson said he won’t be interested.
“Can’t think of anyone who could make me change my mind,” said Brunson. “I’m firm on it.”
Last season Brunson had 134 tackles and 4 sacks. He is the 14th prospect from the state in the 2016 class to commit to an out of state FBS program.
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