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- Dunkin’ Dogs/Lady Techsters update
- Recent transfer commitments on the gridiron
- C Abraham Delfin joins us in studio at 6:45 to discuss his journey at La Tech + his decision to come back for year 7
- Live report from right outside Hank Bachmeier’s house on the latest news in regards to his transfer decision (kidddingggggg)

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Those are some sweet rings! Would love it if they made some replicas!

Starts up at 11:15 this morning. I’ll have it covered.

2022 Season Stats:

Trent Taylor (Bengals) - 17 GP, 148 snaps played, 53.7 PFF grade, 6 catches for 62 yards, 10.3 yards per punt return on 33 returns

Boston Scott (Eagles) - 15 GP, 170 snaps played, 63 PFF grade, 54 carries for 217 yards & 3 TDs, 5 catches for 15 yards, 72.7 grade as kick returner, 27.1 yards per return

Milton Williams (Eagles) - 17 GP, 396 snaps played, 72.6 PFF grade, 14 QB Pressures, 4 sacks, 23 tackles, 20 STOPs

Xavier Woods (Panthers) - 15 GP, 1,001 snaps played, 63.5 PFF grade, 66 tackles, 15 STOPs, 17/29 for 211 yards, 5 PBUs when targeted

Justin Ellis (Giants) - 17 GP, 362 snaps played, 31.3 PFF grade, 2 QB Pressures, 1 sack, 12 tackles, 8 STOPs

Amik Robertson (Raiders) - 17 GP, 677 snaps played, 64.1 PFF grade, 33 tackles, 1 sack, 13 STOPs, 33/56 for 511 yards, 4 TDs, 2 INTs, and 6 PBUs when targeted

L'Jarius Sneed (Chiefs) - 17 GP, 1,106 snaps played, 76.8 PFF grade, 18 QB Pressures, 4 sacks, 87 tackles, 39 STOPs, 72/105 for 647 yards, 5 TDs, 3 INTs, and 6 PBUs when targeted

Jeff Driskel (Texans) - 7 GP, 96 snaps played, 68 PFF grade, 14/20 (70%) for 108 yards & 1 TD, 18 carries for 75 yards, 1 catch for 4 yards

Vernon Butler (Giants) - 1 GP, 12 snaps played, 47.7 PFF grade, 2 tackles, 1 STOP

LSU transfer LB Kolbe Fields has committed to LA Tech, per sources.

I will continue adding to this list throughout the week:

DeMarcus Griffin-Taylor - (Houston Transfer CB/S/Nickel)

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LB Taylor Heim - Bethany, OK

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DT Delvin “Lip” Whitaker - Signed w/ LA Tech

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LB Demardrick Blunt - Signed w/ LA Tech

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DL Carlos Hatcher - Tulane Transfer

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QB Hank Bachmeier- Boise State Transfer


DE/OLB Ezekiel Campbell - Lenoir-Rhyne Transfer

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DT Jason Gold Jr - Northwestern Transfer

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WR DeColdest Crawford - Nebraska Transfer (Arrives Saturday, Tech’s Top Target at WR in the portal)

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DeColdest Crawford is COMING HOME.

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I get 10% credit on this one. I put Tech on him 😜

BleedTechBlue.com has learned that QB Landry Lyddy intends to enter the transfer portal.

I’ve stated numerous times that Landry Lyddy loves Louisiana Tech, and I still firmly believe that to be the case. Playing an hour down the road was truly his dream.

At the same time, I think it boiled down to there was just something missing in the connection between Lyddy and the offensive staff.

I think there were times where we could all see that on the field in 2022.

Where will Lyddy end up? I’d be beyond shocked if he didn’t end up somewhere very quickly. I doubt he’d make this decision without having a plan.

Tech’s QB room is now Matthew Downing (hurt, out for spring), Jack Turner (walk-on), and Evan Bullock (will enroll in June).

As a reminder, what is learned on BleedTechBlue does not leave this board until it becomes public information.

Tech at #20:

THE HEADLINER: The Bulldogs have several transfers to keep an eye on in the spring, but no one garnered as much attention from Lane Burroughs in the fall as LSU transfer slugger Brody Drost. Drost, a 6-foot-2, 205-pounder, was a highly touted prospect out of high school when he signed with LSU. Drost hit .226 his freshman season and was injured last season. However, he’s finally getting closer to 100 percent healthy, and Burroughs loves what he has done in the cage over the past couple of months. History would suggest when Burroughs thinks someone is about to have a monster offensive campaign, it would be wise to listen. That’s the case here with Drost.

CONTRIBUTORS: Tech entered fall workouts with plenty of new faces, many of whom are expected to be big-time contributors. Building off what we said about Drost above, keep an eye on fellow LSU transfer infielder Will Safford. Safford is a hard-nosed player who has steady defensive actions and who will start up the middle in the infield. Safford also showed more power than expected in the fall with five home runs in 15 intrasquad scrimmages … Tyler (TX) JC transfer Dalton Davis had a strong fall at the plate and should show plenty of power in the three-hole in the lineup, while Karson Evans is another transfer to watch, along with Wabash Valley (IL) slugger Jonathan Hogart. Hogart could lead off for the Bulldogs and brings some versatility to the plate. Also keep close tabs on Arkansas transfer Ethan Bates, who could help the Bulldogs at the plate or on the mound … Speaking of pitching, there are some talented newcomers to watch with this unit. Texas A&M transfer righthander Rawley Hector is a 6-foot-2, 200-pounder, who was up to 91-92 mph with his fastball in the fall with excellent command of the zone, while junior college transfers Isaac Crab and Grant Hubka are expected to be heavily in the mix as well. Crab is a 6-foot-2, 205-pounder, who was up to 93-94 mph with his fastball in the fall, along with a quality breaking ball. Meanwhile, Iowa Western product Hubka was up to 93-94 mph as well with his heater and showed a promising breaking ball during fall baseball as well.

— Kendall Rogers

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Burroughs' baseball camp was today.
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The 4-star QB from Madison, MS has committed to La Tech.

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If you woke up feeling good about starting the new year with a clean slate, here's something to chew on.

The question on the CUSA board:
"What facility projects is your school working on?

Liberty fan reply:
" At the moment Liberty is done making improvements to our football facilities (I genuinely have no clue what we would improve). We are almost complete with another indoor practice facility for our non revenue sports. This one will be primarily for baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse. Everytime I think we are done building, they find another project so I'm sure something else will be announced soon."

Big one tonight in Denton. Tip-off is at 7 PM on ESPN+.

Tech is a 9.5-point underdog.

Who ya got tonight?

Really good podcast with w/ Tech Pitching Coach Cooper Fouts:

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Fouts is one of my favorite people I've ever met while covering Louisiana Tech. Great human and as competitive of anyone you'll ever meet.

Miami (OH) RB Tyre Shelton has committed to LA Tech, per sources.

Dunkin' Dogs (10-6, 3-2):

1.11 - @ North Texas -- 7 PM tip-off on ESPN+

1.14 - vs UAB -- 3 PM tip-off on Stadium

MASSIVE WEEK.

Lady Techsters (9-6, 2-3):

1.11 - vs North Texas -- 6 PM tip-off on CUSA.tv

1.14 - @ UAB -- 2 PM tip-off on CUSA.tv

Open the season on August 26th against FIU.

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Paging @BCarlisle37 for comment.

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Tip-off is set for 2 PM on CUSA.tv.

Tech has to hold serve at home after a big road win against Rice on Thursday night.

BC & Beck are back on the air Tuesday night for BleedTechBlue Radio! 6 PM on SportsTalk 97.7 FM.

Discussion Topics:

- The National Championship + Outlook for College Football going forward

- What Tech's QB room looks like w/ Landry Lyddy in the portal? (If it becomes official)

- Dunkin' Dogs go 2-0 last week, get set for big match-ups with North Texas & UAB this week

- Tech 3B Logan McLeod joins us in studio at 6:45

Thoughts? Questions?

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Note that this does not include LB Brevin Randle or S Myles Heard. Adding them gets it to 76.

What's everyone's thoughts on the biggest gaps left with those 9 spots? For me:

QB: 1
RB: 2
TE: 1
DT: 2
DE: 1
LB: 2
S: 2
Deep Snapper: 1

12 is obviously more than 9, so they may need to process a few more players after the Spring (or portal attrition will take care of this naturally). I don't think the defense can stand any sort of chance right now as thin as DT, LB and S are.

Today was a good step forward in making the roster healthier. Lots left to do.

Thoughts?

Saint Francis DE Sebastian Benjamin says he will visit LA Tech this weekend. He graduates in May and has two years of eligibility remaining.
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Safety from Tulsa:

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6'3, 180. Three years left. From Jefferson, TX.