The Next MJD?

by txbruin on Jun 26, 2007 4:08 PM PDT

Bumped. Big ups to txbruin for sharing this in the diaries more than a month ago (a classic example of how to share info instead of whining about content). If you want to read up more on Mr. Knox make sure to check out this post on Bruin Roar. We are excited about this kid. We will keep our fingers crossed that Mr. Knox will get the coaching necessary for a championship contender at UCLA. GO BRUINS. -N

Long time, first time here, and I'm still working out the kinks with HTML. Anyways...

I tuned into the FSPAC High School Spotlight Show earlier and I was just in time to hear that UCLA has offered Milton Knox Jr. a football scholarship. Now, usually I don't get too excited about a simple offer, especially when it comes to running backs (since that other school has the market cornered on RBs), but then Sean Farnham said something that sparked my curiosity: he said he and the UCLA football staff believe that Milton Knox could very well be the next Maurice Jones-Drew. I had to see this for myself, so I did a little research.

Only two of the schools on his list (Florida State and UCLA) have offered him. The comparisons to MJD are for obvious reasons: first, Knox is about the same size as MJD, listed at 5'-7.5''; like MJD, Knox has that strong lower body (though not as freakishly strong as MJD, which is fine for a high school senior); most importantly, like MJD, Knox is a little guy that plays big and he plays strong. I think I've written just about enough to cover the 200-word minimum, so I'll just let you guys make the comparisons.

I'm honored

I just got back from abroad, got home, logged in to Bruinsnation and there's my post, right on the main page. Thanks for bumping me up to the front page, Nestor. I had to read up on the lates news to figure out that Knox had committed to UCLA while I was away and I am stoked. I'm looking forward to seeing him on the field, wearing that the true blue and pounding those guys 24/7. --txbruin

Maurice Jones-Drew:

Milton Knox Jr.:

And just for kicks:

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Sweet post

I hope Dorrell can close the deal which is producing a Pac-10 winning season which will enable us to land this kind of recruit. Otherwise we lay an egg this season, I just don't see us finishing strong on the recruiting trail.

by bluestreet on May 24, 2007 3:13 PM PDT reply actions

I miss

not having a play maker like MJD. It was so much fun to watch him play

by bruinbunz on May 24, 2007 3:16 PM PDT reply actions

MJD

That punt return against SDSU was absolutely incredible. I still can't believe that first move.

by SuperBruinMan on May 24, 2007 3:46 PM PDT reply actions

Another gamebreaking playmaker

like MJD? Yes, please.

by Tydides on May 24, 2007 3:47 PM PDT reply actions

He looks like the real deal

And he does remind me of MJD.

by Fox 71 on May 24, 2007 4:53 PM PDT reply actions

Similar in size

Bit different playing style... Drew was an explosive threat as an all purpose back. Knox isn't as explosive or fast but is better as a pure running back with his elusiveness, balance and vision. Knox actually plays like a better version of Tyler Ebell, but has more character than Ebell from what I've read.

by ucla21 on May 25, 2007 2:45 AM PDT reply actions

txbruin

Thanks so much for posting here. Great stuff in your first post. Keep them coming.

by Nestor on May 25, 2007 5:08 AM PDT reply actions

But the real question is

Will Mr. Knox pound them 24/7 like Mr. Jones-Drew would?

Great Kimmel clip! Thanks.

by Free the 16 on May 25, 2007 9:33 AM PDT reply actions

Birmingham High School

My alma mater

sjh

by Class of 66 on Jun 26, 2007 4:16 PM PDT reply actions

SFV

Lake Balboa is near Encino and Tarzana in the San Fernando Valley.

by eoj703 on Jun 26, 2007 5:23 PM PDT up reply actions

Balboa

And the sight of a municipal golf course.

BillSouthBay

by Mensgym on Jun 26, 2007 6:57 PM PDT up reply actions

west of van nuys

I think Lake Balboa actually is considered Van Nuys (west) in some maps and is its own city in some others.
http://www.laalmanac.com/LA/lamap2.htm

Look to where the 405 and 101 hit.

by sfatoo on Jun 26, 2007 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions

Correct..

There's Balboa and Encino which are two courses run by one starter and then just down the street is Woodley Lakes Golf Course. If you want a confidence booster Woodley is the way to go.

And yes it is just west of Van Nuys. The exact streets are Victory and Balboa.

by lil eg not cs on Jun 26, 2007 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions

Man with all the golfers on here...

...what do you all think about trying to put together some kind of mini golf tourney? Not that I am all that great, but it might be a cool way for the Nation to get together? Not sure if you can book a tournament at a city course, but Woodley is indeed a good confidence builder, even from the blue tees.

by Free the 16 on Jun 27, 2007 9:17 AM PDT up reply actions

Great idea

Also, another poster (sorry, cannot recall the name) mentioned getting members of the Nation together for tailgating at the Rose Bowl.

I think that's a great idea, too.

by Barnes2JJ on Jun 27, 2007 9:33 AM PDT up reply actions

Being even semi-retired is good

Played golf yesterday (lousy.) Played golf today (decent.) Playing golf tomorrow (I expect to be 3 or 4 under par.) Playing golf Friday (ditto.) Not playing Saturday - I don't want Mrs. Fox 71 to think I'm overdoing it.

(Actually, she is an accountant, and figured that I have to play 3.46 rounds per week to break even on the yearly fees. I'm willing to do that.)

by Fox 71 on Jun 27, 2007 10:39 AM PDT up reply actions

Thats a good idea..

Im pretty sure you can have a tournament on a city course. They are always having tournaments at Griffth park. Not just the league championships and city championships for high school but im pretty sure private groups have tornaments there too.

by lil eg not cs on Jun 27, 2007 6:01 PM PDT up reply actions

That reminds me

I almost forgot how incredible MoDrew was. It's a shame he wasn't a Heisman finalist because he's one of the most explosive back and return specialist I've ever seen. Certainly the most dangerous home run hitting skill position player we've had at UCLA in my memory. (Foster may have been better overall, but not even he had that much cutback ability and breakaway speed.)

by BruinsRule on Jun 26, 2007 8:59 PM PDT reply actions