Fabian is UCLA’s Blue Streak? 4.38???

But if 185 ibs. player who can motor at 4.38 is only a 2 star, what makes a five star? I know stars aren’t a barometer of how they will perform at NCAA level but why only 2 stars for this guy?

This from theduckstopshere.com:

Fabian Moreau continues to think of Oregon as his dream school, and with the results he’s producing in Broward County, Florida football, he’s doing everything he can to achieve his dream. Young Moreau patterns his game after LaMichael James, and he watched Thursday’s victory over Cal with interest. Noting the great performances by James and freshman De’Anthony Thomas, he said, “Yes sir, great game by both of them. I feel like I would fit in the offense pretty well! I love the way they spread the ball around and the fast tempo is exciting . Go ducks!”

But Fabian has been doing some LMJ and Black Momba work of his own. Call him the “Florida Coral Snake” after these numbers:

His stats in game four: 17 carries 205 yards 3 Tds and 1 catch 20 yards 1 TD

His season stats through four games: Team record 4-0, 73 touches ( carries and receptions) 800 yards 13 TDs

Moreau’s chances to make the Duck roster are still limited. Oregon is pursuing some top running backs around the country like Byron Marshall of San Jose and Keith Marshall of Raleigh, North Carolina. Assuming LaMichael James leaves early for the NFL they’ll have one running back slot open, and with a small recruiting class (they’re only graduating 11 scholarship seniors, plus attrition and the possibility of James and Harris leaving for the NFL, figure 18 to scholarships) the Ducks’ coaching staff will have to be selective in their offers. There’s even the possibility of a loss of two to five scholarships for a three-year period from the pending NCAA investigation.

Still, in Moreau, you have a kid with a great attitude and upside, plus tremendous desire. In his highlights he shows good hands, a good burst and a nose for the end zone. He’s a north-south runner, very efficient in his cuts, dangerous in the open field. Fabian’s made a lot of big plays against good competition in South Florida, and interest in him is picking up. He gained 20 pounds of muscle since his junior year. The recruiting services still rate him as a two-star prospect, but they’ve missed on kids before, particularly kids who bloom late. One thing to consider is his potential as a slot receiver.

We have 26 guys now. I wonder how many decommits we’re going to have. I also wonder how many guys are going to be transferring etc, this off-season. I imagine it will be busy.