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08:26 AM ET 05.22 | It didn't take long for Alabama recruit Jonathan Allen's expectations to swell to the level of heralded defensive end Courtney Upshaw. [Allen's] projected ceiling doesn't fall short of such acclaim. Allen, who was born in Anniston and lives in Ashburn, Va., gave the Crimson Tide its 14th commitment for the class of 2013, and, according to 247Sports, its highest-rated prospect outside of consensus five-star linebacker Reuben Foster. "At the end of day, I felt Alabama was the best fit for me," Allen told the Washington Post. "I'd develop more under (outside linebackers) coach Lance Thompson and the whole staff." Multiple attempts by the Tuscaloosa Bureau to reach Allen went unanswered.

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May 22, 2012 09:09 AM ET

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So where will his dad build his new church?

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May 22, 2012 09:14 AM ET

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there's always a next.......at every position, next.

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May 22, 2012 09:42 AM ET

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"Multiple attempts by the Tuscaloosa Bureau to reach Allen went unanswered" Maybe Allen does not realize this is where the university is located.

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May 22, 2012 10:53 AM ET

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Originally posted 10:00 AM ET 05.22 by colonel

And if she wants a job go to Arkie.

Tell that to L Collins mother

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May 22, 2012 12:15 PM ET

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Originally posted 12:13 PM ET 05.22 by .5BlaqMods/FriedChicken

Kemchi's top 3..Bama LUS and Clemson..Syas he wants to win a Ship...doesnt that knock out Clemson???

If they go to B12, then yes for certain. If they stay in ACC, still probably a yes.

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May 22, 2012 12:53 PM ET

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OK, I am confused - this is their 2nd highest rated LB, and they think he's the next Courtney Upshaw?

Then what does that make this Reuben Foster kid, Superman?

GR=O-6fan

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May 23, 2012 11:03 AM ET

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Son they will tell you anything you want to hear to get you to sign. But sometimes maybe it is better to stay close to home than drift away. UVA starter next year for sure.