Chase Daniel's decision

[SLCDRGN]

Does anyone wish Chase Daniel (former SLC quarterback)would have gone to the University of Texas? At one time, Texas was Chase's dream school. With the 2 quarterbacks UT has now, I believe Chase would have been a shoe-in as the starter. Both McCoy and Sneed looked like Freshmen quarterbacks in the orange & white game today. I am afraid the true Freshman (Sneed) will be the starter this year.

[dragons08]

im not so sure..he went with the school that went after him early, he commited, and stayed with that commitment, we must applaud him for that...he'll do great next year as a starter, and he wont have as much competion at Mizzou, like he would at UT

[Firebird]

I am sure that the University of Texas wishes CD had chosen them, but I am glad that Chase made the decsion that he did.

I remember that recruiting year well. UT thought that they had Ryan Perriloux all locked up, and consequntly ignored Daniels although they knew he loved UT. They didn't have the time of day for Chase until Perriloux backed out late, then they scrambled to put on the full court press to get Chase to switch. At the time, he said that it felt good to turn them down.

I, for one, am glad he stuck with his decision and original commitment. It showed a lot of integrity to "dance with who brung him" rather than bolt to a school that originally didn't think he was good enough. UT should not have been so dismissive of him earlier in the recruiting season.

[lonny23]

Does anyone wish Chase Daniel (former SLC quarterback)would have gone to the University of Texas? At one time, Texas was Chase's dream school. With the 2 quarterbacks UT has now, I believe Chase would have been a shoe-in as the starter. Both McCoy and Sneed looked like Freshmen quarterbacks in the orange & white game today. I am afraid the true Freshman (Sneed) will be the starter this year.
No, I'm glad he didn't go to UT. I hope the QB's stink the whole year. They needed to up the ante if they wanted to keep Young.

[lonny23]

I am sure that the University of Texas wishes CD had chosen them, but I am glad that Chase made the decsion that he did.

I remember that recruiting year well. UT thought that they had Ryan Perriloux all locked up, and consequntly ignored Daniels although they knew he loved UT. They didn't have the time of day for Chase until Perriloux backed out late, then they scrambled to put on the full court press to get Chase to switch. At the time, he said that it felt good to turn them down.

I, for one, am glad he stuck with his decision and original commitment. It showed a lot of integrity to "dance with who brung him" rather than bolt to a school that originally didn't think he was good enough. UT should not have been so dismissive of him earlier in the recruiting season.
I'm on the fence on this one. On one hand, he seemed to act like a baby, but he also stuck to his guns and had values to not go running to the next pretty thing.

[Firebird]

I can forgive him for being a little bit offended. After all, he did make it abundantly clear that he loved UT and wanted to play for them, and they pretty much just ignored him. Then, all of the sudden, they show up late talking about how good he is and how much they want him. I actually think it was pretty mature of him to see through the BS......

[SLCDRGN]

I am glad he stuck to his guns as well. I do believe he made the right decision from a character/comittment stand point. However, the opportunity at UT seems much better. They have solid recruits now and on the way over the next few years. The coach at Mizzo is under a lot of pressure and must make it happen now. If not, he may not make it through the end of the year. Chase will have a lot of pressure on his shoulders. I believe he will do fine but before it is over, I am afraid he may regret his decision. I hope not but I have my concerns!

[slorch]

I am sure that the University of Texas wishes CD had chosen them, but I am glad that Chase made the decsion that he did.

I remember that recruiting year well. UT thought that they had Ryan Perriloux all locked up, and consequntly ignored Daniels although they knew he loved UT. They didn't have the time of day for Chase until Perriloux backed out late, then they scrambled to put on the full court press to get Chase to switch. At the time, he said that it felt good to turn them down.

I, for one, am glad he stuck with his decision and original commitment. It showed a lot of integrity to "dance with who brung him" rather than bolt to a school that originally didn't think he was good enough. UT should not have been so dismissive of him earlier in the recruiting season.

Yet another reason to love UT!!!(CD should have dropped to his knees and screamed in delight when we decided we needed him)
Kudos to CD for sticking to his guns, and it looks as if he is on his way to a great experience with Mizzou. Brad Smith wasn't exactly the worst player CD could have mentored under, and now it is his turn to run that offense. Best of luck to him!

[dragonsdaddy]

saw cd this week. he looks great and is high on their chances next fall. sounds like they will be throwing a lot (70%) next year. they will be in the hunt for a b-12 north bid.

[CoppellCowboy57]

Psh, I think I would have mad a better QB at Texas :)....No in all honesty Texas will be fine, its just a spring scrimmage they have along time to work before the season. Freshmen dont always look there best when playing a scrimmage

[t00 playa]

I am sure that the University of Texas wishes CD had chosen them, but I am glad that Chase made the decsion that he did.

I remember that recruiting year well. UT thought that they had Ryan Perriloux all locked up, and consequntly ignored Daniels although they knew he loved UT. They didn't have the time of day for Chase until Perriloux backed out late, then they scrambled to put on the full court press to get Chase to switch. At the time, he said that it felt good to turn them down.

I, for one, am glad he stuck with his decision and original commitment. It showed a lot of integrity to "dance with who brung him" rather than bolt to a school that originally didn't think he was good enough. UT should not have been so dismissive of him earlier in the recruiting season.

same thing happened with bobby ried.... he like texas.. but texas liked rhett bomar instead and ignored reid... and texas ended up losing bomar as well... I never liked the fact that reid went to OSU.. i didnt think it would be a good fit... and so far it hasnt.. hope he can rectify his collegiate career quickly....I think he would be the texas QB this year.. with 2 years under vince young... and ready to go.... oh well.. thats the way it works sometimes....:eek:

[dragonsdaddy]

Psh, I think I would have mad a better QB at Texas :)....No in all honesty Texas will be fine, its just a spring scrimmage they have along time to work before the season. Freshmen dont always look there best when playing a scrimmage
the qb's at tu will make the oc appear to have lost about 35 points off his iq. he isn't as good as he appeared, and if he was so smart, why did he waste 2 years of the best player he'll ever coach before getting so smart. thank goodness for all us tu-phobes, davis didn't get lured away. hope he's there forever.

[KT1ss24]

Just wondering, did any one noticed how much of a difference the offense was for Mizzou when Daniel was on the field? B.Smith was a good player but he didnt have what it took except for his sophomore season. When Daniel was on the field even if the O was in a rut, from what i saw he worked it better in the 3-5 plays he got then Smith did. I can't remember which games they were but i know he did better then Smithl. I also heard that Daniel won a come from behind win one time while Smith was injured was that true? In defense of UT and its Qb's, i thought they did just fine except for McCoy in the end. He started out strong but didn't stay that way. Snead was consistent though and he kept putting it in the right places play after play. Snead impressed me and McCoy looked like a guy thats gonna develop, i think the Qb position will be ok not VY great but ok.

[dragons08]

Just wondering, did any one noticed how much of a difference the offense was for Mizzou when Daniel was on the field? B.Smith was a good player but he didnt have what it took except for his sophomore season. When Daniel was on the field even if the O was in a rut, from what i saw he worked it better in the 3-5 plays he got then Smith did. I can't remember which games they were but i know he did better then Smithl. I also heard that Daniel won a come from behind win one time while Smith was injured was that true? In defense of UT and its Qb's, i thought they did just fine except for McCoy in the end. He started out strong but didn't stay that way. Snead was consistent though and he kept putting it in the right places play after play. Snead impressed me and McCoy looked like a guy thats gonna develop, i think the Qb position will be ok not VY great but ok.
yes, he did lead mizzou to a come from behind victory..coach dodge happend to be at that game as well..

also, chase played a little in the bowl game, and led a drive down the field, while smith was getting taped up

[football fanatic]

This discussion is a moot point....the truth is Texas never offered Chase. Anyone can call up UT's sports information director and he will tell you that....There was no decision to be made.....Missouri was the best option for him as he had no tier one schools offer....Chase is in the right place. He was not considered a top recruit by the top tier one schools and had no offers better then Missouri......

[Firebird]

UT did start to put the full court press on him towards the end of that recruiting season, but might not have actually offered. CD put the kibosh on it quickly, so they might not have had a chance. The fact is that UT started acting a whole lot nicer to him once Perriloux bolted for Baton Rouge.

[BAMF cowboy]

UT did start to put the full court press on him towards the end of that recruiting season, but might not have actually offered. CD put the kibosh on it quickly, so they might not have had a chance. The fact is that UT started acting a whole lot nicer to him once Perriloux bolted for Baton Rouge.

which was signing day...so yes...a very late full court press

[Firebird]

which was signing day...so yes...a very late full court press


Unless he simply lied when he said "it felt good to tell them no", UT did contact HIM about signing with the horns.

[lonny23]

UT did start to put the full court press on him towards the end of that recruiting season, but might not have actually offered. CD put the kibosh on it quickly, so they might not have had a chance. The fact is that UT started acting a whole lot nicer to him once Perriloux bolted for Baton Rouge.
UT should've seen this coming. I thought all along that he'd probably go to LSU.

[allendad]

I don't know what all went down, but here's my take on the whole thing.

1.Chase wanted to go to UT.
2.Ut said later.
3. Missouri wanted Chase.
4.Chase said hello.
5. UT lost their "want guy" so they said hello to Chase.
6. Chase said goodbye to UT.

I am sure that it hurt when UT didn't embrace him with open arms.

He had commited to Missuo(sp?) and when UT came courtin' I'm sure it felt real good to tell 'em to take a hike. Daniel has pride and you don't run BACK to a girl that turns ya down when her date falls through!

He'll do great at Missouri.

UT was a one shot wonder last year.

Addios UT

Allendad

[dada]

I don't know what all went down, but here's my take on the whole thing.

1.Chase wanted to go to UT.
2.Ut said later.
3. Missouri wanted Chase.
4.Chase said hello.
5. UT lost their "want guy" so they said hello to Chase.
6. Chase said goodbye to UT.

I am sure that it hurt when UT didn't embrace him with open arms.

He had commited to Missuo(sp?) and when UT came courtin' I'm sure it felt real good to tell 'em to take a hike. Daniel has pride and you don't run BACK to a girl that turns ya down when her date falls through!

He'll do great at Missouri.

UT was a one shot wonder last year.

Addios UT

Allendad
yep, they took a shot Mizzou will never take.

[dada]

why is everyone making a big deal out of a SPRING GAME??? UT all of a sudden is "Stupid" just because they didnt offer a guy from SLC a scholarship??? Lets just give Missou the Big 12 title now.

[cougardude]

why is everyone making a big deal out of a SPRING GAME??? UT all of a sudden is "Stupid" just because they didnt offer a guy from SLC a scholarship??? Lets just give Missou the Big 12 title now.

Ain't that the truth?! :rolleyes:

[slorch]

yeah, UT could be walkin in Tech's shoes... no 5th year Senior QB for the first time in 4 years.

[CKE]

why is everyone making a big deal out of a SPRING GAME??? UT all of a sudden is "Stupid" just because they didnt offer a guy from SLC a scholarship??? Lets just give Missou the Big 12 title now.

lol so true

[Firebird]

Nobody is calling UT stupid here. I, along with several of their own fans, feel like UT put too many of its eggs in one basket with Perriloux. The did, incidentally, bounce back by recruiting some good qb's this year. But, I still maintain that CD will be a good player for Mizzou, and that UT would have been glad to have him.

Tech is going to be fine. The last time Texas Tech started a sophomore qb, he was Kliff Kingsbury. Both Harrell and Chris Todd have the confidence of the staff at Tech.

[svhorns]

With or without chase UT will still be the best football team in Texas and in the Big 12. Oklahoma is the only school that can compete. Snead will do just fine at UT and hopefully we get Brantley out of Ocala, Fl hes suppose to be a 5 star recruit when the rivals rankings come out. Chase turning down UT basically is setting himself up for a mediocre season every year at Mizzou they wont even win the big 12 north, but if they do good job for chase.

[dragonsdaddy]

tu without vy reverts to the days of yore. the coaches are no better than the ones that used to be owned by ou in the pre-vy days. they didn't suddenly get smarter, they just finally removed the reins from their once in a lifetime thoroughbred.

[drgnbkr]

why is everyone making a big deal out of a SPRING GAME??? UT all of a sudden is "Stupid" just because they didnt offer a guy from SLC a scholarship??? Lets just give Missou the Big 12 title now.

Makes sense to me.........:rolleyes:

[svhorns]

tu without vy reverts to the days of yore. the coaches are no better than the ones that used to be owned by ou in the pre-vy days. they didn't suddenly get smarter, they just finally removed the reins from their once in a lifetime thoroughbred.
But the point is VY DID go to TEXAS he wanted to be a Longhorn. Its just like saying without Michael Vick Virgina Tech wouldnt have had the success that they had or SLC wouldnt be the same without Dodge. I cant even argue with anti-UT fans because all they say is "Without VY yall would suck" look at the track record my man.

[allendad]

Dragondaddy,

You sound like the one making sense about UT.

They didn't change the average system . . .
They simply had the players that made it work last year.

If it wasn't just the players, then where was the greatness until last year?

They had a great run last year, but that was last year and the team AIN'T the same.

Allendad

[dragonsdaddy]

But the point is VY DID go to TEXAS he wanted to be a Longhorn. Its just like saying without Michael Vick Virgina Tech wouldnt have had the success that they had or SLC wouldnt be the same without Dodge. I cant even argue with anti-UT fans because all they say is "Without VY yall would suck" look at the track record my man.
i never used any such language. reread my comments. they will win their 10 or 11 games and finish in the top 10. talent does that regularly. they won't stay on top until vy's clones start showing up down in the land of the lotus.

[ACM Dad]

You have to remember you're dealing with young people in this recruiting process. They get their sights set on a team or two. If those teams don't show them interest, I think it hurts their feelings a bit, especially the blue-chippers. I don't know this Daniel kid, never saw him play, but Mizzou quietly put together one heck of a class this past year.

It's the chance the big schools take. They string a kid along a bit trying to land an even bigger fish before offering. They want the best they can get. Often they lose out on their 2nd choice because they just can't tell the difference between a kid that would just *love* to play there and would give them his heart and soul and a kid that might be a tad better athlete but doesn't have the love for the school or might be more in it for just himself.

Recruiting has gotten to be an interesting past time to watch these days. Who offers who and when. Then I get to try to figure out the why's and why nots. ;)

It's fun being a fan. It's a lot harder being a parent. And, I'm sure the most difficult spot is for the player through all of this.

[Daniel Agnew]

yep, they took a shot Mizzou will never take.


Yep I believe UT lifted the Sears trophy, Mizzou won't get a sniff of that anytime soon. They won't win the North Hawkins will have CU ready for that title.

[drgnbkr]

We in Southlake are just excited to see some of the kids, including Chase, getting a shot at D-1 football. Missouri is not Southlake, where winning is expected, but hopefully Chase will have a good year.

[Down n' Out]

I doubt any of this matters with the kid that UT is signing from Florida...Sounds impressive.

[dragonsdaddy]

I doubt any of this matters with the kid that UT is signing from Florida...Sounds impressive.
that florida kid is years away from contributing. he played at a lower level of competition than the staffords and sneads and ponders and they will be struggling this year, imo. i feel for colt/jevan this fall as tu fans are going in with higher expectations than ever, and are spoiled what with the best college qb ever to replace. can you say qb controversy? hopefully one will stand out and take over, as a flip flop attitude will eat up their confidence.

[Northshore Stang Parent06]

In my opinion he's a college quarterback now this thread belongs in the college section.If i were to comment on him not going to UT i would say with his talent there's not much comp for the starting qb position at over half of the teams in NCAA.Chase showed class and integrity by making a commitment and sticking with it.Its like most of these recruits give soft verbals strong verbals and then at the last minute they go somewhere else.When i was recruited i told evry team i spoke with i was weighing my options but i would let them know in due time.:D

[slorch]

Nobody is calling UT stupid here. I, along with several of their own fans, feel like UT put too many of its eggs in one basket with Perriloux. The did, incidentally, bounce back by recruiting some good qb's this year. But, I still maintain that CD will be a good player for Mizzou, and that UT would have been glad to have him.

Tech is going to be fine. The last time Texas Tech started a sophomore qb, he was Kliff Kingsbury. Both Harrell and Chris Todd have the confidence of the staff at Tech.
my little comment was tongue in cheek. I am actually looking forward to 07 when Tech will actually have a returning starter at QB!

[LeanderLions3033]

As far as qb depth goes, UT not getting chase daniel will hurt them because we really only have two options for qb next year. But i'm in the majority that says Chase would be in the same boat as both Colt and Jevan if he would have come to UT. He wouldnt have been the clear cut favorite by any means in my book. Maybe it was a blessing because now we got the commits from two very possible 5-star qbs in the 2007 class in Chiles and Brantley.

[Sakatha]

As far as qb depth goes, UT not getting chase daniel will hurt them because we really only have two options for qb next year. But i'm in the majority that says Chase would be in the same boat as both Colt and Jevan if he would have come to UT. He wouldnt have been the clear cut favorite by any means in my book. Maybe it was a blessing because now we got the commits from two very possible 5-star qbs in the 2007 class in Chiles and Brantley.

Chiles will not play a single down at QB for the horns... Unfortunately, *he* thinks he will

~DnM

[dragonfootballfan]

Chiles will not play a single down at QB for the horns... Unfortunately, *he* thinks he will

~DnM
Just what information are you basing that information on?

[Sakatha]

Just what information are you basing that information on?

I dunno if you have checked his film or not. He's got 5* WR skills without a doubt. Mack offered him as a QB, but you can bet the farm that this will be treated the same as with Melton. He will get a 'chance'(not much of one) at QB, but will be quickly converted to his natural position.

Snead will lead this team for a couple of years unless the kid from Florida challenges him.

~DnM

[dragonfootballfan]

I dunno if you have checked his film or not. He's got 5* WR skills without a doubt. Mack offered him as a QB, but you can bet the farm that this will be treated the same as with Melton. He will get a 'chance'(not much of one) at QB, but will be quickly converted to his natural position.

Snead will lead this team for a couple of years unless the kid from Florida challenges him.

~DnM
you said that Chiles would not play a single down at quarterback. If you are comparing it to Melton, then you would know that Melton played more than a few downs at runningback this year and that he has worked out at halfback this spring.

[Sakatha]

you said that Chiles would not play a single down at quarterback. If you are comparing it to Melton, then you would know that Melton played more than a few downs at runningback this year and that he has worked out at halfback this spring.


Melton had 3 meaningful carries in non-mop up time this year. There's a reason he didn't see the field against USC.

Not sure why you are arguing w/me on this. You boys got an amazing athlete in Chiles.. Congrats.. I just don't think he'll ever play QB for you guys.

~DnM

[drgnbkr]

Melton had 3 meaningful carries in non-mop up time this year. There's a reason he didn't see the field against USC.

Not sure why you are arguing w/me on this. You boys got an amazing athlete in Chiles.. Congrats.. I just don't think he'll ever play QB for you guys.

~DnM

Melton will end up on the d-line..or in a juco somewhere.....

[Reaganrattler07]

Didn't Chase Daniel graduate like last year?

[BigFanSLC]

Melton will end up on the d-line..or in a juco somewhere.....

its already been said that Melton is being moved to DE for next year.

[dragonsdaddy]

Didn't Chase Daniel graduate like last year?
i don't exactly know how to answer this. the most useless word in the english language has me befuddled. the word like has absolutely destroyed many peoples ability to talk, and now write. cd will be a soph at mizzou next fall.

[Sakatha]

i don't exactly know how to answer this. the most useless word in the english language has me befuddled. the word like has absolutely destroyed many peoples ability to talk, and now write. cd is a soph at mizzou this year.

Think of it this way. At least cd wasn't referred to as 'Daniels' ;)

~DnM

[pied]

its already been said that Melton is being moved to DE for next year.


No he's not. Here is the most recent quote by Brown regarding Henry:

We will probably continue to play Henry (Melton) more at tailback than at defensive end. He has had an outstanding spring, you didn't see it much tonight but that is probably because he has run over the guys all spring and they had it out for him tonight.

http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=&url_article_id=2004&change_well_id=2

Here are the latest quotes by Chiles(from today):

"What Texas does, really it has nothing to do with me. If they were to get like two or three more (quarterbacks) then that would be something, but one other one I don't see a really big problem with that," Chiles said.

"They've just said that I need to be patient and learn the offense, things like that. And I'll get my chance at quarterback. I feel like I need to be the guy to earn that spot," said Chiles. "I think that's one of the advantages I have on most quarterbacks, I have speed and the ability to pass. You can teach somebody to pass, but it's kind of hard to teach them how to run and move."

"I am going to Texas. So fans can relax and they don't have to worry about that," he said. "And once I get my shot, I'm going to make the best of it."

[Sakatha]

No he's not. Here is the most recent quote by Brown regarding Henry:



http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=&url_article_id=2004&change_well_id=2

Here are the latest quotes by Chiles(from today):


Okay.... Keep believing all of that... BTW, congrats on your MNC. That was a tremendous team led by a tremendous QB. Why every horn I speak with has to fire off with this unbelievable sense of self-defense is beyond me... It's really not necessary.

Focus on Chiles' last sentence there... The part about not being able to teach moves and speed... Sounds like something a WR would say more than a QB. I'm tellin you, he won't ever be the starter @ UT... Ever...

~DnM

p.s. The last 2 sentences weren't aimed at you personally.

[Daniel Agnew]

Isn't Chiles that Mansfield Summit QB?

[Sakatha]

Isn't Chiles that Mansfield Summit QB?


That'd be correct.

~DnM

[Daniel Agnew]

In that case I agree with you Sakatha, this is another "Billy Pittman" deal here, he will move to another position, we will just see if he will be excellent in that position like Pittman has turned out to be.

[KT2000]

Jevan Snead is a better QB prospect than Chase Daniel was at this stage in my opinion. Snead is a big time recruit with big time talent.

It'd be nice to keep guys like Daniel in state, but I think he'd have a lot of trouble holding off Snead even if he was at Texas. Colt McCoy had a year head start on Snead, and can't separate himself now even when Snead's only been on campus for a few months.

Snead is bigger than Daniel and has a much better arm. Snead has a rifle. He's not exactly slow either.

Chiles isn't going to play QB at UT in my opinion. Look for him at WR, in the DB or possibly RB. At Summit, he's basically the best athlete playing QB and won't pass much at all.

Brantley is coming to Texas with the mindset of redshirting, so he'll wait his turn until Snead is done.

[pied]

Why every horn I speak with has to fire off with this unbelievable sense of self-defense is beyond me... It's really not necessary.
QUOTE]

Perhaps it's because you directly and indirectly take shots and make inaccurate statements about the program.

Your first comment in the thread:

[QUOTE]Chiles will not play a single down at QB for the horns... Unfortunately, *he* thinks he will

implies that he was misled by the staff.


Mack offered him as a QB, but you can bet the farm that this will be treated the same as with Melton. He will get a 'chance'(not much of one) at QB, but will be quickly converted to his natural position.

More of the same, which I produced quotes refuting.

Inaccurate statements:

Melton had 3 meaningful carries in non-mop up time this year. There's a reason he didn't see the field against USC.

So the other 80 carries were not meaningful?

He did see the field against USC. Sorry you missed it.

Maybe the horn fans wouldn't be self defensive if your info was not incorrect.

[jtk1519]

its already been said that Melton is being moved to DE for next year.

Um, no it hasn't. Melton has practiced some at DE during the Spring and he may get some reps there during the season, but he still serves a purpose in the RB corp. and my guess is that he will always serve that same purpose. Melton finished last year with well over 400 rushing yards and 10 TDs last year as a true freshman... anybody familiar with Mack Brown and how he plays his RBs knows just how special that is. Mack sure as hell isn't going to throw away that kind of production especially when trying to break in a new QB.

As for Chiles, everybody saying he won't play QB for Texas needs to hit the breaks some. Chiles has yet to start a single high school game and has very little experience under his belt. Let him play a season at the position and then we'll see. This notion that just because he's a kicka** receiver means he can't play QB at the next level is stupid to say the least. Now, I'm not saying he will or won't play QB at Texas... I'm just saying there is absolutely nothing to base that opinion at this moment. Bring this back up in December.

[football fanatic]

UT NEVER OFFERED!!!!! Chase was never even in their top 5.........he was too short and his arm wasn't good enough to play there....Chase is in the right place for his talent, but anyone who thinks Chase was highly recruited is kidding themselves........in fact from what I hear, Chase didn't receive any additional offers his senior year....

[jtk1519]

Chase had schollie offers from Mizzou, Oklahoma State, Northwestern and Stanford. Not exactly what you would call top tier.

Texas told Chase very early on what the situation was. They already had commitments from two QBs ranked much, much higher than Chase including the #1 QB recruit in the nation. It didn't become obvious what Periloser was doing until a couple of days before signing day and Chase had already committed to Mizzou. The Texas coaches contacted Chase and asked him if he would consider coming to Texas if offered and he said no, so he was never even offered a scholarship.

There simply was no place for Chase. Texas tells that same thing to kids all the time. It's unfortunate, but there are hundreds of kids that want to play for Texas and only a handful of scholarships to give out. Texas targeted the guys they wanted... Mark Sanchez, Colt McCoy and Leon, they offered those guys scholarships and went from there. Chase was at best a 4th option. That's not a knock on Chase because he is a good QB, but he wasn't considered top Texas material. He is where he belongs and I hope he does well there.