Robert Quinn Thread

[happygilmore527]

Quinn Among USC Jr. Day Visitors

By Phil Kornblut
Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn (6-4 250) was among the more than 100 prospects who attended junior day activities at USC Saturday. "I got to know the coaches more and joked around with them a little bit," Quinn said. He said he spent most of his time talking with Gamecock defensive coordinator Ty Nix and his recruiter Shane Beamer. Quinn will attend Auburn's junior day next Saturday and plans to go to Tennessee March 31st.

[Gamecockstan]

Top priority in the state this year!

Top uncommited prospect!

[AmonRa777]

Top priority in the state this year!

Top uncommited prospect!

IMHO he is the top prospect period..I have said from day one he is the best prospect in the state....Quinn is a very rare combination of size speed and strenght

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

IMHO he is the top prospect period..I have said from day one he is the best prospect in the state....Quinn is a very rare combination of size speed and strenght I agree, him and A.J. are the best and DeQuan Bowers is a VERY close third

*** who is this Jonathon Willard they say will be top LB in SC? don't they know Quinn will play LB in college?

[happygilmore527]

It could be b/c Quinn is a mix of DE/LB, if I'm not mistaken.

I would love to have the guy. He is going to be a great player. Anyone got an idea where we stand right now? I know he says it's open. I'm sure Florida is a player as is Tennessee.

[horseshoefootball]

I thought Quinn was going to follow Dunlap to college...

[big cock fan]

I heard he has a great relationship with ty nix, they have been building a relationship for a long time now. we are a major player bc he feels comfortable with our coaches. But he is definately going to get looked at by everyone in the country. I think if we have a big year this year we will have a great at him. Nix told him he would be in a perfect spot to take over jap's spot as long as he didnt get any bigger.

[gotrice?]

I have a feeling Quinn is going to be our top proirity player overall in this year's class. Even if we can land Quinn I think we would still take about 3 or 4 more LBs because we need a really LB heavy class this year with what we are losing.

[AmonRa777]

I agree, him and A.J. are the best and DeQuan Bowers is a VERY close third

*** who is this Jonathon Willard they say will be top LB in SC? don't they know Quinn will play LB in college?

Williard is an absolute beast with speed to burn...He really drives thru his tackles while delivering a hit and a hurt...Most folks look at Quinn like they do Clifton Geathers...Since he is so big with the speed and agility, they immediately want to move him...But if he has linebacker skills, why move him to DE...If he wants to play linebacker, let him...

The state of SC is loaded with linebackers in 2008...I am talking serious studs...Williard, Shippy, Taylor, Evans, Quinn, Washington and i am certainly forgetting 2 or 3...

[Gamecockstan]

^ Wow just in time to load up on some...bout 6 to 7 of them. With about 2 to 3 from FL (Carr, McCray) and a couple from NC (Manning, Bowens).

About the top players debate I just think Bowers is going to be really good, but Quinn is a VERY close 2nd. IMO both could be All-Americans!

[Stonecoldcock]

Quinn is also a repeat state champion in wrestling. Will win his 3rd straight individual state championship next year, barring a freak accident. He is the best heavyweight in SC since Ben Connell. I hope he competes in nationals next year, but I wonder if he will with all the football recruiting and everything that will be going on.

[AmonRa777]

^ Wow just in time to load up on some...bout 6 to 7 of them. With about 2 to 3 from FL (Carr, McCray) and a couple from NC (Manning, Bowens).

About the top players debate I just think Bowers is going to be really good, but Quinn is a VERY close 2nd. IMO both could be All-Americans!

Bowers gets a let of props due to his long lean body...But if you watch games, Quinn is a much more dominant player...Both are great great prospects...Its kinda like comparing Dunlap and Matthews last season...Everyone raved over Dunlaps measurables...But when you watch the games Cliff Matthews is a much better player...I am not downing Bowers, i would love to see him in the garnet&black...But right now Quinn is the better player...3 years down the road Bowers might be better...But right now, give me Mr. Quinn...I thought Quinn was better on the field than Dunlap last year...

[Gamecockstan]

^ O Yea Quinn was better than Carlos last year. Put it this way If we get Quinn I will forget all about Carlos!

[MBSpur]

we have a really good chance of getting Evan Rose, he is a beast, period, a little under the radar though, plays next to Bruce Taylor, so people uselly forget about him, but he will be a great college LB

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Quinn seems very interested at least

[AmonRa777]

we have a really good chance of getting Evan Rose, he is a beast, period, a little under the radar though, plays next to Bruce Taylor, so people uselly forget about him, but he will be a great college LB

This staff recruits so well out of state, i just hope we don't make the mistake of passing on Evan Rose...I know Nigel Carr and Shaq Wilson are very high on our list as is Willard, Manning and Quinn....We will have to beat out the Criminoles for the Jacksonville duo...Chaz washington is a good one...I think our staff has offered JB Shippy as a safety...It will be curious to see how all of this begins to take shape in the fall...I don't see us taking more than 5 linebackers

[AmonRa777]

Quinn Watches Tar Heels Play

By Phil Kornblut
On Recruiting
Published: April 15, 2007

LB Robert Quinn (6-4 250) of Fort Dorchester visited North Carolina Saturday for their spring game. His father joined him on the visit. "I liked it," Quinn said. "They have really good coaches there now with **** Davis and all those other guys." This spring Quinn also has seen USC, Auburn and Tennessee, and he will visit Alabama this coming weekend. He does not have a favorite and his offer list is holding at the same ten he's had for a while...USC, Clemson, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Virginia Tech, Florida, Virginia, Auburn and Maryland.
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I'll bet the 6'4" 260lb Quinn really stood out in the the crowd of the 200 or so fans UNC had at their spring scrimmage

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[big cock fan]

lol i dont know if there stadium can hold up to 200 can it?

[USCFAN05]

i wonder why he didnt come to our game

[Gamecock Rob]

This kid is definitely the biggest priority in the state. I mean LB looks to be our biggest need position with losing a lot. He may be the biggest priority period when its all said and done.

[CockyDemon13]

Anybody have any news on Quinn? Like where we stand, when he plans to visit

[Mr Darling]

It looks like his father is pushing him out of state, which sucks.:thumbs:

[big cock fan]

he just got back from visiting bama and auburn, and this week he is going to uf and fsu. He just wants to see whats out there and will make his list to a final 5-7 by the end of the summer and go from there. We will have to be patient with him and probably have to have a really good year to keep him here.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

same as dunlap - those high profile kids want to go to a high profile school!

[The Dude]

dunlap's father pushed him to stay in state, and we saw how that worked out...

hopefully, if his father is pushing him out of state, quinn will choose to go against his father's wishes just like dunlap did!

if quinn stays in state, we get him.

[CockyDemon13]

Dunlap went out of state because of his mom..... moms and football decisions just don't mix.

[USCharleston]

Dunlap went out of state because of his mom..... moms and football decisions just don't mix.
His mom and the fact that we are loaded at DE and florida is lacking.

[Six Stars]

I heard a few months ago he was likely headed to Columbia, but I don't have anything definitive.

[AmonRa777]

Win win win...Just win some games and Quinn plus 3 instate studs that claim they are committed will come

[jayceecock]

Win win win...Just win some games and Quinn plus 3 instate studs that claim they are committed will come

Good call. Winners like to play for winners.

I don't know what it is with the lowcountry players and Carolina. Especially from Fort Dorchester.

2004: Paul Cianciolo, QB - Penn State (was not offered by USC)
2005: Durell Barry, TE - Clemson
2006: Carlos Dunlap, DE - Florida
2007: Robert Quinn, LB - ????

Just talking to people who know Quinn, they say he is still favoring UT, Auburn, and Florida the most. Charlie Strong is recruiting him hard.

[Ga_Gamecock]

Bowers gets a let of props due to his long lean body...But if you watch games, Quinn is a much more dominant player...Both are great great prospects...Its kinda like comparing Dunlap and Matthews last season...Everyone raved over Dunlaps measurables...But when you watch the games Cliff Matthews is a much better player...I am not downing Bowers, i would love to see him in the garnet&black...But right now Quinn is the better player...3 years down the road Bowers might be better...But right now, give me Mr. Quinn...I thought Quinn was better on the field than Dunlap last year...

Thats a fair assessment but I think what coaches/fans/gurus were drooling over is the fact that Dunlap was so big for his age. I remember an article in the Charleston paper saying he had just turned 16 the summer b/f his Sr year. He was about 6-6 240 at the time. Just think what hes going to grow into.

Im will be stoked if we land Quinn, as he is obviously a great athlete. But J King is the one who is going to fill that "mario williams" role i had hoped Dunlap would fill for us.

J King is a big big boy. Add him, Quinn, our current DL, and Ingram to the fold and we could have the biggest/best D carolina has ever seen.

[Ga_Gamecock]

It looks like his father is pushing him out of state, which sucks.

Source?

[MauldinCock87]

^ O Yea Quinn was better than Carlos last year. Put it this way If we get Quinn I will forget all about Carlos!


dumbest statement of the day. period.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

J King is a big big boy. Add him, Quinn, our current DL, and
I think Quinn projects more as a LB right?

[garnet812]

I think Quinn projects more as a LB right?
I think he has the body/athleticism to play either DE or LB. He really reminds me of a Kalimba Edwards, somewhat. I think I remember Quinn saying he wanted to play LB in college, and honestly if we get him that's where I'd want him too.

[atrain3067]

I think he has the body/athleticism to play either DE or LB. He really reminds me of a Kalimba Edwards, somewhat. I think I remember Quinn saying he wanted to play LB in college, and honestly if we get him that's where I'd want him too.

Ditto

[CockyDemon13]

Quinn = The Black Urlacher.

[big cock fan]

hes a bad man. I would want him at strongside linebacker and melvin in the middle. you add that with the beast we have at DT and speed and athletisim we have at DE and that makes for a nasty front 7. good luck trying to run against that line up!!!

[Axman99]

I know Quinn, I go to school with him, and like ya'll said he's a beast. I stand next to him and I look tiny, and I'm not a small guy. He'd best suit our team at linebacker. Thats where he originally played in high school and I think his athleticism is best at the linbacker position. I got to watch him and Carlos Dunlap play on the same line last year and they made my high school's d-line look nasty. Think about it if u were one of the QBs that played FDHS last year, on one side u had Quinn (6'5 255) coming at u and from the other u had Dunlap (6-6 245). Thats scary. If we get Quinn, he will make our front seven all but inpenatrable. Lets hope the coaching staff can get him. SC has missed out on some of the better recruits to come out of the Fort (Dunlap and Byron Maxwell), Lets not miss Quinn.

[MACXIMVS]

has sos meet with him lately

[happygilmore527]

Quinn Takes Another Look At UNC

By Phil Kornblut
LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester made an unofficial visit to North Carolina Saturday, and it wasn't his first visit to Chapel Hill. "It was nice, I'd been up there before," Quinn said. "I watched them scrimmage a little bit and talked to the coaches a good bit. I plan to narrow down my list soon. That was the last trip I'm taking. I'll discuss all the schools with my dad and cut it down from there." Quinn has offers from USC, Clemson, North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, Virginia, Auburn, Maryland, Louisville, Florida State, Rutgers and NC State. He has not decided on official visits and will go to some games of the schools on his final list.

[bktracker]

These are two young men that I pray we can keep in SC and put in Garnet and Black next year.I feel with the explosion of our Defense this year we will have a good chance to add these two guys to King and Davis.That would be 4 guys to secure a STRONG Defense for years to come.With guys like this added to the young players we already have,USC will soon rival teams like LSU on defense.IMO,these 2 are a TOP prioity for the next class.We need to keep them home.

[gamecockfootball09]

You do realize Quinn graduates in 08 and Bonds in 09? Anyway I don't see us landing Quinn, I think he'll end up in Bama or UF. However I think Bonds is ours to lose. Like you said though it'd be awesome to land both of them but I just don't see it happening.

[roosterrizk1]

I am hearing that Quinn's Dad likes Coach Nix, so I do not think we are completely out of the picture.

[garnet812]

I'm feeling like Quinn's decision won't be made until near NSD, so we just need to handle our bizz on the field and the good players will come.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

It's funny because living nearby Quinn all i've been hearing is how much he is really liking Coach Nix and the Gamecocks so you're thoughts of him more than likely going to bama or Florida are more than likely nonmeaningful statements

[dbcocksfan550]

Does anyone know how close quinn is/was with carlos dunlap?

[gamecockfootball09]

Hes close but I don't really foresee Dunlap having any influence upon Quinn. From the Rivals articles that I've read about Quinn I have developed the opinion that Quinn was glad to be out of Dunlap's shadow from last year.

[Gucci Mane]

Just dont see quinn coming. With the d line class we just brought in it will be very tough to get immidiate playing time. 3 years as a backup just isnt to appealing to me

[Dr. Cock]

Just dont see quinn coming. With the d line class we just brought in it will be very tough to get immidiate playing time. 3 years as a backup just isnt to appealing to me

I'm not totally up to date on recruiting, but I'm pretty sure we are recruiting him as a LB. He really is one hell of an athelete and I think he's in the running to gain a 5th star this season.

[brat]

If so, other big name schools with a history of great DL's like LSU and Tennessee, etc. would not be able to keep recruiting for their DL either.

Same thing as far as getting good QB's at a QB school each year.

For those afraid of competition, they'll stay away. For those that enjoy great defense and believe in their own talents and the obvious great coaching at those schools will still want to come.

[AmonRa777]

Just dont see quinn coming. With the d line class we just brought in it will be very tough to get immidiate playing time. 3 years as a backup just isnt to appealing to me

I don't see how you can make that deduction....All his top schools have a lot of depth and talent on the Dline...Florida signed more Dlinemen than we did...Bama is very young up front...UT always has a stable of young Dlinemen...Quinn is good enough to come in and compete for playing time very early in his career....If he is worried about competition, he wouldn't be looking at so many SEC schools

[roosterrizk1]

I think we like him as a LB anyhow, a position he could come in and help immediately at.

[jayceecock]

Saw Robert Quinn pumping gas at a convenience store nearby Fort D. I was pumping gas next to him. I said, "Hey Robert, who you gonna sign with?" He just smiled and said he didn't know. I told him I'd pay for his gas if he told me and that I wouldn't tell a soul. He just laughed.

He is a great kid. Very quiet. Completely different than Carlos. None of that gangsta stuff. I'm not saying that Carlos was.

But he is way too big to play LB. He looks like an easy 265 - 270.

Looking forward to watching him play this Fri nite.

[garnet812]

Quinn already has the body to play D-I football. 6'4'' 255 isn't too big to play linebacker, especially with Quinn's speed. Jasper is 260 and 2 inches shorter.

[big cock fan]

the kid says he wants to play LB and yet everyone wants to make him into a DE. UF signed a better DLine class then we did this past year and bama already has 4 DE's on there recruiting radar and if everyone thinks hes a DE then why would he go there? I think we land this kid but we wont be his top choice till the end after a very good year. I heard he really likes coach nix and feels at home in cola. But i have heard that UT is going to be our biggest challenge, and then probably followed by FSU.

[big cock fan]

Robert said that academics, football program, and location is important to him in finding the right school. He said he wants to make sure his family can still see him play. He said he would take some trips before he commits, but plans to go to a few games. He said he knows hell probably go to some carolina games this year, said he went to 2 or 3 last year.

I personally think we got a really good shot at this kid, hopefully we can land him. They said he is 6'5 260 right now, thats a monster for a 17 year old kid.

[gamecockfandrew]

Great football player. I hope we land him. He would be welcomed very well into the Gamecock Nation.

[Dr. Cock]

From Phil Kornblut:

DE Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester had a busy Saturday starting with his first ACT exam and ending with an trip to USC for the SC State game. It was the second unofficial visit Quinn has made this season to watch the Gamecocks in Columbia. "South Carolina is getting better and better," Quinn said. "I show up just before kickoff and talked to some of the coaches afterwards. They are just trying to get me to sign there. I also talked with Jasper Brinkley and Captain Munnerlyn." Quinn added that he also talked with his recruiter Shane Beamer and defensive coordinator Ty Nix. Quinn said he still has not narrowed his list nor decided on official visits. Among his other offers are Clemson, Florida, Virginia Tech, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Auburn, Virginia, Maryland, Louisville, Florida State, Rutgers and NC State. He talked by phone with Florida defensive coordinator Charley Strong Saturday. His former teammate, Carlos Dunlap Jr., is a freshman with the Gators.

Sounds like the UGA win may be starting to pay it's dividends! I want Quinn more than any other recruit we got left on board right now... hopefully we can get him!

[MACXIMVS]

any news on him ...sorry if there is a post already.....a buddie of mine is a big gator fan and he says he's going to fla.....any truth to this ...just asking ...what's our standing with him ?

[jaxcock]

He was at the game last weekend, thats two games already this year. I wouldn't say he's a lock to Florida by any stretch.

[Forkcock]

I saw Quinn play Friday night. He only had to go about half speed against Wando. He would just throw our boys the hell out of the way. When he wanted to, he'd just sprint around our tight end and wreak havoc in the backfield. I sure hope he wants to be a Gamecock!

[Rooster3233]

any news on him ...sorry if there is a post already.....a buddie of mine is a big gator fan and he says he's going to fla.....any truth to this ...just asking ...what's our standing with him ?

According to Tony Morrell, it is primarily a three way battle with us, NC, and Alabama. Florida is still in the mix, however. He loves the way we use our defensive ends and has been to both of our home games.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

lol UF people think everyone is going to him but he has already said Dunlap has no bearing on his decision I believe

[MACXIMVS]

great thanks guys

[jaytda4th]

LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester has narrowed his list to a final six. USC made the cut, Clemson did not. Joining the Gamecocks as finalists are North Carolina, Auburn, Alabama, Rutgers and Florida State. Quinn has made several unofficial visits to USC and it was felt the Gamecocks were in solid shape with him. Quinn said he went with a gut feeling in eliminating Clemson. "It's not for me," he said. "I just didn't feel like that was my place." Quinn made an unofficial visit to North Carolina last weekend for the USC game. "It was nice to finally get to see a game there, to see what that's like," Quinn said. "Plus, it was South Carolina. We got to see which one is the real Carolina for this year." Quinn said there is no leader and he won't line up official visits until after his season, but he said USC will get an official visit. He does not expect to make an unofficial visit anywhere this weekend because he has to work. Quinn talked with his Gamecock recruiter Shane Beamer Wednesday


gotta love that 2nd sentence!!:kill:

and the "real carolina for this year"

[foezopen]

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[gamecockfootball09]

UF and Clemsux gone....$$

Where is the cigar?

[COCKDIESEL]

Big for us that he eliminated Florida. I was worried he might follow Dunlap, I remember a lot of talk last year was that whoever landed Dunlap had the inside track on Quinn.

[bigmuthafooka]

Quinn said he went with a gut feeling in eliminating Clemson. "It's not for me," he said. "I just didn't feel like that was my place."


:rotfl: lol that was my fav. part

[cockycrusader87]

6'6", 255... He's bigger than JAP!!! bring him on, BABY!!!

[jaytda4th]

man quinn would be such huge pick up.. he's soo soo good.

[johnmcclane]

this guy really seems like a lock...

i hope he chooses us!!

[Order 66]

Please don't go to Rutgers. Don't drink that Kool-aid.

[CockyDemon13]

He's ours. Just hope his parents are the same page and don't Dunlap us.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

whoa if he's up to 6-6 now we are talkin DE instead of converting him to LB guess he could play OLB though

[gamecockfandrew]

I can't believe that with Dunlap being a Gator (in last year's class), that Florida isn't in this group, but DAMN AM I HAPPY!

[AmonRa777]

I can't believe that with Dunlap being a Gator (in last year's class), that Florida isn't in this group, but DAMN AM I HAPPY!

The Dunlap thang worked against Florida IMHO....Quinn is his own man

[cocksfan76]

come to usc and make history.... go to FL and ride coat tails.

you decide.

[JAYBEZ]

Florida has brought in a good bit of Linebackers the last couple of years. He will have a bunch of competition there.

I think he would have a good shot at coming here and playing his first year. He certainly does already have a build to play at the next level.

[Rooster3233]

Awesome!! Thanks for posting...where did you get that info?

[ScottFive]

:cigar:


-Has been to every home game this year (with family)
-Has NC on his list, but went to the game only because we were playing them
-Around Charleston, has been said that he didn't like being in the shadow of Carlos Dunlap

You never know what could happen, but I (from a great source) am sure he is going to be a gamecock.

[AmonRa777]

:cigar:


-Has been to every home game this year (with family)
-Has NC on his list, but went to the game only because we were playing them
-Around Charleston, has been said that he didn't like being in the shadow of Carlos Dunlap

You never know what could happen, but I (from a great source) am sure he is going to be a gamecock.

You left out that his family loves Nix and Spurrier

[Axman99]

Shoot, since I dont go to Fort Dorchester this year I dont have all the info I had last year. I think it'll come down to us and FSU since that has always been one of his favorites. I guess I'll have to make a call to a couple of my buddies on the football team and see what I can find out.

[bhusc2002]

You left out that his family loves Nix and Spurrier
and that's always a big factor.

[Forkcock]

I watched him play against Wando this year. Wando isn't very good this year but Quinn looked like a man amongst boys. I'd love to get this young man.

[roosterrizk1]

Quinn could be moved to DE especially if Matthews stays at LB which could happen. Anyhow, we have plenty of snaps for both. I think Quinn see's that Spurrier let's the young guys play and that is a HUGE factor with Quinn. Amon is right, the Quinn family really likes our Staff as Coach Spurrier is a huge supporter of Student Athlete.

[kosimpsononthestop]

he looks like a typical auburn defender. most of the others schools seem a little far out (Rutgers). if he comes to the right game here, no way he wont commit

[Ga_Gamecock]

The Dunlap thang worked against Florida IMHO....Quinn is his own man

we are seeing that a lot with big recruits ...

[willy]

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Come on up to USC Mr. Quinn, we would love to have you.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

:cigar:

:woo:

[Count Cockula]

thanks for the post, guy sounds awesome, him and Jasper or Norwood, wow...

[gamecock3252]

I am so happy to be a gamecock.... Come mr Quinn and let us be the feild you play on before the NFL!

[ScottFive]

Oh, and if you really would like to know who the top two are before it comes out....

1. USC
2. Auburn

All the other schools don't matter.

Alabama calls...but it ain't happenin.

[hardcock2]

him and Jasper or Norwood, wow...

You ain't kidding!!!...and having them two to help'em out at first would be very very good for him and us.

[johnmcclane]

thanks for the post, guy sounds awesome, him and Jasper or Norwood, wow...

don't forget ingram and shaq wilson, two studs (shaq plays the whole field)

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Here's why we get Quinn over the other schools

UNC- Not a real player in my mind
Auburn- Said he wants his family to be able to see him play on Saturdays, too far away for that to happen
Alabama-Same as Auburn
Rutgers- Big Easy and too far away as well
Florida State- Would have to play against Carlos Dunlap yearly, probably get too much press on that one


So my point is....


:cigar:

[mjmiller]

I think as of right now he is ours to loose.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

I think as of right now he is ours to loose.

yepp

[Cockholio]

Whoops, missed the previous thread...Mod's please combine.

USC In, Clemson Out With Quinn

By Phil Kornblut
LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester has narrowed his list to a final six. USC made the cut, Clemson did not. Joining the Gamecocks as finalists are North Carolina, Auburn, Alabama, Rutgers and Florida State. Quinn has made several unofficial visits to USC and it was felt the Gamecocks were in solid shape with him. Quinn said he went with a gut feeling in eliminating Clemson. "It's not for me," he said. "I just didn't feel like that was my place." Quinn made an unofficial visit to North Carolina last weekend for the USC game. "It was nice to finally get to see a game there, to see what that's like," Quinn said. "Plus, it was South Carolina. We got to see which one is the real Carolina for this year." Quinn said there is no leader and he won't line up official visits until after his season, but he said USC will get an official visit. He does not expect to make an unofficial visit anywhere this weekend because he has to work. Quinn talked with his Gamecock recruiter Shane Beamer Wednesday.


This kid has a job, which means he's willing to work for his keep. I'm liking him more and more everyday. Reading between the lines, it appears we have a good shot at landing him, imo.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

mr. quinn come on downnnnn!

[foezopen]

Here's why we get Quinn over the other schools

UNC- Not a real player in my mind
Auburn- Said he wants his family to be able to see him play on Saturdays, too far away for that to happen
Alabama-Same as Auburn
Rutgers- Big Easy and too far away as well
Florida State- Would have to play against Carlos Dunlap yearly, probably get too much press on that one


So my point is....


:cigar:



SOUNDS LIKE A WINNER TO ME!!!

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

already posted, but yes I do believe he'll be a gamecock

[CockySpurrier85]

I like that he seems to be focusing on his high school team first by not taking official visits yet. Shows the kind of kid he is and I hope he wears garnet and black one day!

[Rooster3233]

don't forget ingram and shaq wilson, two studs (shaq plays the whole field)

Yeap....and don't forget about Alonzo Winfield. I've heard good things about him also. Very exciting stuff

[Rice Rice Baby]

all sounds good, he would be a great pick up! Six stars what are our chances?

[hardcock2]

Here's why we get Quinn over the other schools

UNC- Not a real player in my mind
Auburn- Said he wants his family to be able to see him play on Saturdays, too far away for that to happen
Alabama-Same as Auburn
Rutgers- Big Easy and too far away as well
Florida State- Would have to play against Carlos Dunlap yearly, probably get too much press on that one


So my point is....

:cigar:


That sounds great, except that last one....we play against CD each year as well....but I too think he's ours.....hopefully.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

That sounds great, except that last one....we play against CD each year as well....but I too think he's ours.....hopefully.

Yeah I guess you're right on that one... well then it's going to be between us and Fl St.

[jayceecock]

Robert Quinn was taken to MUSC Saturday.

He has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. He will have emergency surgery this morning.

Please pray for him.

[blaze]

will pray, have already lost a friend due to it about 7 years ago.

[WayzUp]

He certainly has my thoughts & prayers...I had a brain tumor about 11 years ago so I can relate to Robert's situation. Best wishes & best of luck, Mr. Quinn...keep yer head up.

[AmonRa777]

Robert Quinn was taken to MUSC Saturday.

He has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. He will have emergency surgery this morning.

Please pray for him.

Whoa: I wish the young man a complete recovery and future good health....It remids us how small sports are in the REAL scheme of life...

[Forkcock]

Prayers sent.

[eggroll]

Whoa: I wish the young man a complete recovery and future good health....It remids us how small sports are in the REAL scheme of life...

Couldn't have said it better... Well wishes for Robert and his family.

[roosterrizk1]

Good luck Robert - God Speed !!!

[horseshoefootball]

Wow...good luck and god speed

[Rooster3233]

Puts football and a lot of other things in life in perspective. Prayers with you and your family Robert.

[FeartheSpur]

our prayers are with you Quinn

[gamecock3252]

My prayers are with you.....


GODSPEED!

[Will4144]

His family has my prayers.

[jaxcock]

Best wishes on a full recovery. Prayers sent

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

how does someone that young and healthy get something like that? life is so unfair sometimes...praying for his entire family - get better soon robert!

[FoghornLeghornCock]

October 29, 2007

Quinn Underdoing Emergency Surgery

By Phil Kornblut
Fort Dorchester star DE Robert Quinn is undergoing emergency brain surgery today at MUSC in Charleston. Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad confirmed the operation for ESPN Radio 910 in Charleston. Doctors are trying to determine why Quinn is suffering from swelling on his brain. Quinn played the entire game against Summerville Friday night.

[Will4144]

GamecockAnthem is now reporting it too, so, sadly, the "rumor" is 100% true.

[FeartheSpur]

anybody know what time the surgery is/was...like to know how things went...prayers are with Robert and his family

[doccock]

Where did you hear it was a tumor? All I could find was that he had brain swelling with no explanation as to cause. Since he is probably still in surgery, how did you verify the cause.

BTW, there are 154 causes of brain swelling.
doc

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Please be alright Mr. Quinn

Coach LaPrad is having a news conference on the local channel 5 news station at 5 o'clock

[Ga_Gamecock]

wow

thats a shock.

but it always is - esp with kids his age. i used to work in radiation oncology @ MUSC ... man i hope its not a tumor

[roosterrizk1]

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October 29, 2007

Robert Quinn Update

By Phil Kornblut
Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn is out of surgery this afternoon and reporters are waiting at the high school for a briefing from head coach Steve LaPrad who is serving as a spokesman for the family. According to Phillip Bowman of the Post and Courier, Quinn apparently had been suffering from headaches and fainted four weeks ago. He played against Summerville last Friday night and recorded six tackles. Saturday morning he fell in his bathroom and hit his head and that was when he was taken to the hospital.

Thanks to Phil for the Updtate.

Once again, God Bless !!!!

[CaptainCrunch]

damn prayers sent to quinn and his family

[g4m3c4ck]

Robert Quinn Update

By Phil Kornblut
Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn is out of surgery this afternoon and reporters are waiting at the high school for a briefing from head coach Steve LaPrad who is serving as a spokesman for the family. Darren Goldwater of ESPN Radio 910 in Charleston talked with LaPrad just after the surgery concluded. The coach said the surgery went well and a small tumor was removed. The tumor was causing swelling an a blockage. It will be Wednesday or Thursday before doctors know if the tumor is cancerous. According to Phillip Bowman of the Post and Courier, Quinn apparently had been suffering from headaches and fainted four weeks ago. He played against Summerville last Friday night and recorded six tackles. Saturday morning he fell in his bathroom and hit his head and that was when he was taken to the hospital.

[g4m3c4ck]

I guess it was a tumor. I definately hope it is not cancerous and my prayers are with him and his family.

Doc could this surgery be career ending? What are his chances if so?

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

any updates?

[Ga_Gamecock]

Doc could this surgery be career ending?

his career should be the least of his worries ...

damn that sucks. prayers sent RQ & his family

[COCKDIESEL]

Wow. Very sad my thoughts are with him..

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Quinn is doing well after surgery and is awaiting a biopsy on the removed tumor.

[blaze]

he was playing with a tumor in his head. he is tough.

I am still praying.

[doccock]

I guess it was a tumor. I definately hope it is not cancerous and my prayers are with him and his family.

Doc could this surgery be career ending? What are his chances if so?

g4,
at this point everything is percentages and speculation because only the surgeons and family know what he actually has.

In general, contact sports after any brain surgery are dangerous because of the chance of bleeding and further trauma leading to brain damage.

Malignancy has it's own problems and treatment difficulties as you might imagine. Even a benign tumor can be a problem depending on where it is and whether or not it can be completely removed.

The obstructive hydrocepahlus and actual brain swelling that was initially reported is also problematic. If removing the tumor got the pressure and swelling down that's a good thing, but it's not a foregone conclusion that that will happen. It also doesn't mean he can ever play again. If he has to have a shunt, then his career is likely over.

Thee are numerous other factors to consider, however, first they have to get the path report, and they need to see how he does in the first 24 hours post op.

Sorry that's not much help. but this stuff is not cookie cutter or easy to sort out and understand.

respectfully submitted,
doc

[cocknblue]

g4,
at this point everything is percentages and speculation because only the surgeons and family know what he actually has.

In general, contact sports after any brain surgery are dangerous because of the chance of bleeding and further trauma leading to brain damage.

Malignancy has it's own problems and treatment difficulties as you might imagine. Even a benign tumor can be a problem depending on where it is and whether or not it can be completely removed.

The obstructive hydrocepahlus and actual brain swelling that was initially reported is also problematic. If removing the tumor got the pressure and swelling down that's a good thing, but it's not a foregone conclusion that that will happen. It also doesn't mean he can ever play again. If he has to have a shunt, then his career is likely over.

Thee are numerous other factors to consider, however, first they have to get the path report, and they need to see how he does in the first 24 hours post op.

Sorry that's not much help. but this stuff is not cookie cutter or easy to sort out and understand.

respectfully submitted,
doc Thanks Doc! Great stuff.!

[Will4144]

Go Rob!!

[CockySpurrier85]

Praying for Robert and his family!!!!!

[Forkcock]

Fort Dorchester star undergoes brain surgery

By Philip M. Bowman (http://www.charleston.net/staff/phil_bowman/)(Contact (http://www.charleston.net/staff/phil_bowman/contact/))
The Post and Courier
Tuesday, October 30, 2007


DE Quinn, the state's No. 3 prospect, recovering after tumor discovered
The Fort Dorchester High School community cheered for its star player Robert Quinn during Friday night's football game against rival Summerville. The 6-6, 250-pound defensive end recorded six tackles, including 1 1/2 for a loss, in a hard-fought 35-21 loss to the Green Wave.
On Monday, the Fort Dorchester community prayed for Quinn, who was in intensive care after undergoing surgery at MUSC after he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The tumor caused a blockage to the spinal cavity, causing a buildup of fluids that resulted in swelling of the brain. Doctors inserted a tube to relieve the buildup of fluids and took a biopsy of the growth. Doctors should know within two or three days if the tumor is malignant or benign.
http://media.charleston.net/img/photos/2007/10/29/sportslede_t180.jpg (http://www.charleston.net/photos/2007/oct/29/4407/)
File/The Post and Courier Robert Quinn

"As far as his career at the next level, we don't know," Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad said. "We have to see how the biopsy turns out."
Quinn passed out in the bathroom at his house Sunday morning and his parents rushed him to the emergency room. From there he was admitted to MUSC, and a CT scan that revealed the tumor. Doctors told Quinn on Sunday night that his athletic career was probably over.
"They weren't sure how much pressure they could relieve and didn't know what was really going on," LaPrad said.
But doctors were encouraged after Monday's surgery.
"We got some positive news," LaPrad said. "He did have a small tumor in his brain. He did have fluid, swelling on the brain. Obviously I'm not a doctor, but the positive news for us is he's going to have a tube in there for a couple days, and they think they opened up the problem area there that was creating the pressure. It's draining real well now."
Quinn was the No. 3 prospect in the state at the beginning of the 2007 season, and Scout listed him as the No. 98 prospect in the country back in April after he recorded 89 tackles and 11 sacks his junior year. He was being recruited from coast to coast until he narrowed his list to North Carolina, Auburn, Alabama, Rutgers and Florida State.
But something seemed wrong with
Quinn from just about Day 1 of the 2007 season. He was having trouble with his balance, and the usually aggressive Quinn would let runners run right past him without lifting an arm. He became forgetful, and LaPrad would often see Quinn turn around to ask a teammate a question about the defensive formation.
"This new defense is hard," Quinn told teammates. "I'm confused. I have to think too much."
LaPrad called Quinn to his office not once, but twice this season because of his performance.
"What is going on? I had two meetings with him in here, in this office" LaPrad said during a hastily called press conference. "As a coach, I thought about everything, from him not wanting to get hurt and risking his college career. 'Robert, what's going on?' Of course, he didn't answer. We had no clue of what was wrong. Nothing ever added up."
Four weeks ago, he collapsed as he walked down the hallway of the high school. LaPrad took him to the doctor, and tests came back normal. But something was wrong with the athletic Quinn. He now seemed lethargic and clumsy. LaPrad used star defensive end Carlos Dunlap to return kickoffs against Summerville last year, and planned to use Quinn in the same role Friday night.
"But he couldn't even catch the football," LaPrad said. "Now, it all makes sense. We just didn't know and he didn't say anything."
LaPrad said he doesn't recall Quinn suffering a concussion, adding doctors told him, "It could have been something he had at birth. Then again, it could have been something that could have come from skate boarding, football or wrestling. There's no way to say when it started."
Quinn was picked to play in the Shrine Bowl in December, and the All-American Bowl in January. He also is a two-time state heavyweight wrestling champion. He was expected to sign a college scholarship. But now, everything is on hold. "There's a lot of things, I'm sure, that are going through Robert's head," LaPrad said. "We just hope things work out and he's able to do some things. We're going to have to see what the doctors say. It's in their hands."

Reach Philip M. Bowman at pbowman@postandcourier.com (pbowman@postandcourier.com).

[Axman99]

Fort Dorchester star undergoes brain surgery

By Philip M. Bowman (http://www.charleston.net/staff/phil_bowman/)(Contact (http://www.charleston.net/staff/phil_bowman/contact/))
The Post and Courier
Tuesday, October 30, 2007


DE Quinn, the state's No. 3 prospect, recovering after tumor discovered
The Fort Dorchester High School community cheered for its star player Robert Quinn during Friday night's football game against rival Summerville. The 6-6, 250-pound defensive end recorded six tackles, including 1 1/2 for a loss, in a hard-fought 35-21 loss to the Green Wave.
On Monday, the Fort Dorchester community prayed for Quinn, who was in intensive care after undergoing surgery at MUSC after he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The tumor caused a blockage to the spinal cavity, causing a buildup of fluids that resulted in swelling of the brain. Doctors inserted a tube to relieve the buildup of fluids and took a biopsy of the growth. Doctors should know within two or three days if the tumor is malignant or benign.
http://media.charleston.net/img/photos/2007/10/29/sportslede_t180.jpg (http://www.charleston.net/photos/2007/oct/29/4407/)
File/The Post and Courier Robert Quinn

"As far as his career at the next level, we don't know," Fort Dorchester coach Steve LaPrad said. "We have to see how the biopsy turns out."
Quinn passed out in the bathroom at his house Sunday morning and his parents rushed him to the emergency room. From there he was admitted to MUSC, and a CT scan that revealed the tumor. Doctors told Quinn on Sunday night that his athletic career was probably over.
"They weren't sure how much pressure they could relieve and didn't know what was really going on," LaPrad said.
But doctors were encouraged after Monday's surgery.
"We got some positive news," LaPrad said. "He did have a small tumor in his brain. He did have fluid, swelling on the brain. Obviously I'm not a doctor, but the positive news for us is he's going to have a tube in there for a couple days, and they think they opened up the problem area there that was creating the pressure. It's draining real well now."
Quinn was the No. 3 prospect in the state at the beginning of the 2007 season, and Scout listed him as the No. 98 prospect in the country back in April after he recorded 89 tackles and 11 sacks his junior year. He was being recruited from coast to coast until he narrowed his list to North Carolina, Auburn, Alabama, Rutgers and Florida State.
But something seemed wrong with
Quinn from just about Day 1 of the 2007 season. He was having trouble with his balance, and the usually aggressive Quinn would let runners run right past him without lifting an arm. He became forgetful, and LaPrad would often see Quinn turn around to ask a teammate a question about the defensive formation.
"This new defense is hard," Quinn told teammates. "I'm confused. I have to think too much."
LaPrad called Quinn to his office not once, but twice this season because of his performance.
"What is going on? I had two meetings with him in here, in this office" LaPrad said during a hastily called press conference. "As a coach, I thought about everything, from him not wanting to get hurt and risking his college career. 'Robert, what's going on?' Of course, he didn't answer. We had no clue of what was wrong. Nothing ever added up."
Four weeks ago, he collapsed as he walked down the hallway of the high school. LaPrad took him to the doctor, and tests came back normal. But something was wrong with the athletic Quinn. He now seemed lethargic and clumsy. LaPrad used star defensive end Carlos Dunlap to return kickoffs against Summerville last year, and planned to use Quinn in the same role Friday night.
"But he couldn't even catch the football," LaPrad said. "Now, it all makes sense. We just didn't know and he didn't say anything."
LaPrad said he doesn't recall Quinn suffering a concussion, adding doctors told him, "It could have been something he had at birth. Then again, it could have been something that could have come from skate boarding, football or wrestling. There's no way to say when it started."
Quinn was picked to play in the Shrine Bowl in December, and the All-American Bowl in January. He also is a two-time state heavyweight wrestling champion. He was expected to sign a college scholarship. But now, everything is on hold. "There's a lot of things, I'm sure, that are going through Robert's head," LaPrad said. "We just hope things work out and he's able to do some things. We're going to have to see what the doctors say. It's in their hands."

Reach Philip M. Bowman at pbowman@postandcourier.com (pbowman@postandcourier.com).

http://www.charleston.net/news/2007/oct/30/fort_dorchester_star_undergoes_brain_sur20556/

[Peg Leg]

Unbelievable. Praying for his recovery.

[SidneyRice4Pres]

wow...good luck robert, i'm praying for you

[Slacker USC]

Best wishes to Robert. Hopefully everything works out for the big guy.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Regardless of if he can play or not, I really hope he fully recovers

[mjmiller]

Terrible news to hear. Have a fast and speedy recovery, and come back better than ever.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

he is a trooper i know he will pull through, i thought we were still on his list? they don't know what they are talking about

[jayceecock]

he is a trooper i know he will pull through, i thought we were still on his list? they don't know what they are talking about

Yes, we are very much on his list that he narrowed to six, not five.

First things first. I hope he has a speedy recovery, and regains his health to lead a normal, productive life.

[Vacantcock]

Wow the number of young people that tragedies such as this is becoming increadibly too high. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. It is times like these that really put things into perspective.

Also I would like to send out an invetation to anyone that would like to attend. My 24 year old cousin was diagnosed with Leukemia about 3 months ago and has since been been shipped to MD Anderson to recieve treatment. He has a son that was born this past April and has been married about 2 years. We are hosting a car show this Saturday at Checkers on Clemson Blvd. in Anderson, beginning at 10am going until. There will be door prizes and raffles if i am not mistaken. Please attend all proceeds will be given to him and his family.

[scfan2001]

I heard this on the news this morning. I wish him a speedy recovery and hope everything works out for the best with him. Sorry to hear about your cousin vacantcock.

[Ga_Gamecock]

MD Anderson is a top notch facilty. I hope it works out. Good luck with the car show

[CockySpurrier85]

Thinking and praying about all of the tragedy this week.

[Will4144]

he is a trooper i know he will pull through, i thought we were still on his list? they don't know what they are talking about

I noticed that too, but I didn't want anyone to jump on me for saying anything. We are definitely still in it with him. I hope the coaches are still supporting him. It'd be great, morally, if Steve Spurrier and every coach close to Columbia to go visit him and let him know that even if he can't play college ball, he'll still be in their thoughts and prayers.

[FeartheSpur]

regardless he is in everyones prayers

[jayceecock]

Robert is doing well, and has talked to his teammates via speakerphone. He seems pretty upbeat, and hopefully, he will recover quickly.

As for football. The doctors informed his parents before surgery that his football and wrestling career is over. I don't know whether they meant high school career, or college.

The surgery went well, from what I am hearing, they will further evaluate and there may be a chance he can play football. I'm sure this may be awhile from now, but it's encouraging if Robert wants to play. I'm sure Doccock could give us more insight into this after this type surgery.

Channel 5 ran a story tonite about MRSA . Not sure if this infection also had anything to do with Robert. They had a Fort D helmet in the background as they ran the story. I caught the tail end.

[Will4144]

No matter who Robert Quinn plays for. Even if he ultimately decides to be a Tater, it'll be a victory.

Here's to Robert Quinn getting to continue to try and live out his dream!

[Ga_Gamecock]

Channel 5 ran a story tonite about MRSA . Not sure if this infection also had anything to do with Robert. They had a Fort D helmet in the background as they ran the story. I caught the tail end.

I dont see the connection b/w his tumor and a nasty staph bug. Maybe it was FB-related ... i have heard this type of staph has become a 'lockeroom' bug due to the lockerrooms environmental conditions favor it.

has a player been infected with it?

[Axman99]

Robert is doing well, and has talked to his teammates via speakerphone. He seems pretty upbeat, and hopefully, he will recover quickly.

As for football. The doctors informed his parents before surgery that his football and wrestling career is over. I don't know whether they meant high school career, or college.

The surgery went well, from what I am hearing, they will further evaluate and there may be a chance he can play football. I'm sure this may be awhile from now, but it's encouraging if Robert wants to play. I'm sure Doccock could give us more insight into this after this type surgery.

Channel 5 ran a story tonite about MRSA . Not sure if this infection also had anything to do with Robert. They had a Fort D helmet in the background as they ran the story. I caught the tail end.

It seems very unlikely that he'll ever play again. I spoke with my mom last night, whos a nurse, and she said that typically when brain surgery occurs, the skull is weakend from the doctors cutting into it. In almost every case, the patient can never sustain a strong blow to the head. I wish my friend all the luck in the world. I dont care if he can ever play football or wrestle again. I just want him to be ok.

[jayceecock]

It seems very unlikely that he'll ever play again. I spoke with my mom last night, whos a nurse, and she said that typically when brain surgery occurs, the skull is weakend from the doctors cutting into it. In almost every case, the patient can never sustain a strong blow to the head. I wish my friend all the luck in the world. I dont care if he can ever play football or wrestle again. I just want him to be ok.

I agree with you, Axman. I'd like to see Robert healthy.

About the staph. There was a Fort D football player that was infected. He played last week vs Summerville.

Fort D canceled practice Monday to spray down their facilities.

[doccock]

Robert is doing well, and has talked to his teammates via speakerphone. He seems pretty upbeat, and hopefully, he will recover quickly.

As for football. The doctors informed his parents before surgery that his football and wrestling career is over. I don't know whether they meant high school career, or college.

The surgery went well, from what I am hearing, they will further evaluate and there may be a chance he can play football. I'm sure this may be awhile from now, but it's encouraging if Robert wants to play. I'm sure Doccock could give us more insight into this after this type surgery.

Channel 5 ran a story tonite about MRSA . Not sure if this infection also had anything to do with Robert. They had a Fort D helmet in the background as they ran the story. I caught the tail end.



I just saw your post. In another thread I had given some information about brain tumors and subsequent contact sports.
I know very little of his exact situation, except what I have seen on the internet news stories. I don't know what type of tumor he had, whether or not it was malignant, and if it was, the staging of it. All of those factors are important in his ultimate prognosis.

In general, I would agree that his career in contact sports is most likely over. The risk vs reward is just too high. If he was my child, he would be done.
If the tumor is malignant, he'll have other problems to deal with besides the obvious consequences of the surgery, and if it's benign, he still has to deal with the problems associated with the hydrocephalus (I don't now if he had normal pressure hydrocephalus or obstructive hydrocephalus) the tumor caused, the shunt that drained the fluid, and the holes they had to drill to get to the tumor, among other things. Depending on the size and position of the tumor, they may not have had to remove part of the skull, instead drilling holes and using microscopically mounted tools. Even then you have to plug those holes and those areas will never be as strong again. He may also be at risk for bleeding due to the surgical manipulation, seizures, etc. At this point no one knows. The pathology reports are important for his followup treatment, but all of the things he's already been through are the keys to ever playing again.

For the questions about MRSA(methcillin resistant staph aureus), I see no connection. It was originally only seen in hospital populations due in part to overuse of antibiotics in hospitalized patients. But as we have seen over the past few years it has slowly creeped out into the community, for the same reasons, but I don't think it's prevalent enough to say it's a "locker room" infection. In the overall scheme of things, it's not one of the most common bugs out there. You just hear about it because we have trouble treating it.

respectfully submitted,
doc

[jayceecock]

Good news.

Tumor is benign. Robert will be cleared to go home this weekend.

[USCharleston]

Great News! God bless Robert.

[Axman99]

Good news.

Tumor is benign. Robert will be cleared to go home this weekend.

Thank the lord.

[Ga_Gamecock]

For the questions about MRSA(methcillin resistant staph aureus), I see no connection. It was originally only seen in hospital populations due in part to overuse of antibiotics in hospitalized patients. But as we have seen over the past few years it has slowly creeped out into the community, for the same reasons, but I don't think it's prevalent enough to say it's a "locker room" infection. In the overall scheme of things, it's not one of the most common bugs out there. You just hear about it because we have trouble treating it.

respectfully submitted,
doc

agreed. probably due to the severity of each case as opposed to the incidence rate.

heres an article "men's health" had a while back ... pretty good read if anyone is curious

http://www.menshealth.com/cda/article.do?site=MensHealth&channel=health&category=other.diseases.ailments&conitem=974a99edbbbd201099edbbbd2010cfe793cd____

[FoghornLeghornCock]

Fantastic news for him and his family.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Good news, glad to see he's okay

[acejrock]

good luck to the kid

[Will4144]

Great news!! Glad to hear he's okay!

[jstrom]

I just saw your post. In another thread I had given some information about brain tumors and subsequent contact sports.
I know very little of his exact situation, except what I have seen on the internet news stories. I don't know what type of tumor he had, whether or not it was malignant, and if it was, the staging of it. All of those factors are important in his ultimate prognosis.

In general, I would agree that his career in contact sports is most likely over. The risk vs reward is just too high. If he was my child, he would be done.
If the tumor is malignant, he'll have other problems to deal with besides the obvious consequences of the surgery, and if it's benign, he still has to deal with the problems associated with the hydrocephalus (I don't now if he had normal pressure hydrocephalus or obstructive hydrocephalus) the tumor caused, the shunt that drained the fluid, and the holes they had to drill to get to the tumor, among other things. Depending on the size and position of the tumor, they may not have had to remove part of the skull, instead drilling holes and using microscopically mounted tools. Even then you have to plug those holes and those areas will never be as strong again. He may also be at risk for bleeding due to the surgical manipulation, seizures, etc. At this point no one knows. The pathology reports are important for his followup treatment, but all of the things he's already been through are the keys to ever playing again.

For the questions about MRSA(methcillin resistant staph aureus), I see no connection. It was originally only seen in hospital populations due in part to overuse of antibiotics in hospitalized patients. But as we have seen over the past few years it has slowly creeped out into the community, for the same reasons, but I don't think it's prevalent enough to say it's a "locker room" infection. In the overall scheme of things, it's not one of the most common bugs out there. You just hear about it because we have trouble treating it.

respectfully submitted,
doc

Wouldn't the risk of any post operative seizures be very minimal since there weren't any indications of seizures prior to surgery? I'm also wondering about the incedence of future swelling if there is no return of the growth. How necessary is the need for a permanent shunt? I know there's a lot of speculation going on with this one, but aside from the reattachment of any skull that needed to be removed, what are the contradictions to a full recovery?

[Ga_Gamecock]

the newspapers reported that he 'fainted' a few times. i have no inside knowledge of if thats actually the case, or if it was seizures, but seizures wouldnt be a shock considering his situation.

im just glad it was benign.

[roosterrizk1]

Wonderful News !!! :clap:

[doccock]

Wouldn't the risk of any post operative seizures be very minimal since there weren't any indications of seizures prior to surgery? I'm also wondering about the incidence of future swelling if there is no return of the growth. How necessary is the need for a permanent shunt? I know there's a lot of speculation going on with this one, but aside from the reattachment of any skull that needed to be removed, what are the contradictions to a full recovery?

While manipulation of the brain in surgery can indeed be a cause of seizures post op, this is not the most likely scenario with what is known now about Robert's case. The risk of seizure isn't due just to the surgery. It would be due to brain damage because of the brain swelling and the hydrocephalus. Remember the human skull is rigid so when the pressure builds up(in this case because spinal fluid was blocked from draining and reabsorbing) the tissue of the brain itself is then compressed against the bone and this can damage it as well as cause tears in small blood vessels. The neurosurgeons can give some odds on this but no one can know for sure until it either happens or doesn't.

His brain swelling was not because of the tumor per se. It was because the tumor blocked the flow of spinal fluid through the ventricles and cisterns of the brain causing an overload. As long as the tumor doesn't grow large enough to again block the passage, there shouldn't be any swelling.

As far as a permanent shunt, he won't need one and his temporary one has already been removed. Again you have to understand the physiology involved. A permanent shunt is usually required in situations where the brain is producing more cerebrospinal fluid than can be reabsorbed and/or when there is a permanent blockage that cannot be relieved by surgery. we now know that neither of those situations is the case here.

From what little I have been able to read about his case there are no contraindications at this point for a full recovery. However it is still early in his post operative course and remember he's still in the hospital for a reason.

The other part of this answer is the difference in what a lay person calls a full recovery and what the physicians might be calling it. Now again, I have no first hand knowledge of his particulars but in general, a full medical recovery does not necessarily mean he can go back to all the things he did prior to getting sick. It simply means that all things being equal he has the same chance at a long an productive life as you or I do, but within what ever parameters his doctors set for his activity. These are things that we will learn over the next few weeks and months.

Also one last thing, just because the tumor was not malignant, does not mean everything is alright. That my friends is still to be determined.
respectfully submitted,
doc

[mjmiller]

Good news.

Tumor is benign. Robert will be cleared to go home this weekend.

Good news. Get well and live a healthy life.

[Will4144]

Robert Quinn Update

By Phil Kornblut
Here's the latest information on the condition of Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn who underwent emergency brain surgery in Charleston Monday. According to Darren Goldwater of ESPN Radio 910 and Phillip Bowman of the Charleston Post and Courier, the tumor removed from Quinn's brain was found to be benign. The drainage tube was removed Thursday and Quinn continues to progress. He is still in ICU but doctors hope to move him into a regular room by tonight or Saturday. If Quinn continues to progress at this rate, the hope is he will be released from the hospital next week.

[willy]

While manipulation of the brain in surgery can indeed be a cause of seizures post op, this is not the most likely scenario with what is known now about Robert's case. The risk of seizure isn't due just to the surgery. It would be due to brain damage because of the brain swelling and the hydrocephalus. Remember the human skull is rigid so when the pressure builds up(in this case because spinal fluid was blocked from draining and reabsorbing) the tissue of the brain itself is then compressed against the bone and this can damage it as well as cause tears in small blood vessels. The neurosurgeons can give some odds on this but no one can know for sure until it either happens or doesn't.

His brain swelling was not because of the tumor per se. It was because the tumor blocked the flow of spinal fluid through the ventricles and cisterns of the brain causing an overload. As long as the tumor doesn't grow large enough to again block the passage, there shouldn't be any swelling.

As far as a permanent shunt, he won't need one and his temporary one has already been removed. Again you have to understand the physiology involved. A permanent shunt is usually required in situations where the brain is producing more cerebrospinal fluid than can be reabsorbed and/or when there is a permanent blockage that cannot be relieved by surgery. we now know that neither of those situations is the case here.

From what little I have been able to read about his case there are no contraindications at this point for a full recovery. However it is still early in his post operative course and remember he's still in the hospital for a reason.

The other part of this answer is the difference in what a lay person calls a full recovery and what the physicians might be calling it. Now again, I have no first hand knowledge of his particulars but in general, a full medical recovery does not necessarily mean he can go back to all the things he did prior to getting sick. It simply means that all things being equal he has the same chance at a long an productive life as you or I do, but within what ever parameters his doctors set for his activity. These are things that we will learn over the next few weeks and months.

Also one last thing, just because the tumor was not malignant, does not mean everything is alright. That my friends is still to be determined.
respectfully submitted,
doc



Thanks a great deal for your analysis, it is very helpful. My prayers go out to this Fort Dorchester defensive end, may he get well soon.

[g4m3c4ck]

Wow what a relief it must be that the tumor was benign. All of us in Gamecock Country are praying for Robert to get better and recover quickly. We all know how much he loves the game.

[ConwayGamecock]

November 11, 2007
Quinn On The Mend & In Columbia
By Phil Kornblut

Just two weeks removed from major brain surgery for the removal of a tumor, Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) is getting back to his day to day life. His high school football career is over, but not his days as an athlete. Quinn will soon begin wrestling, and he will be able to play college football next fall. So after a brief respite from recruiting, Quinn is getting back to that aspect of his life as well. He made an unofficial visit to USC Saturday night for the Florida game. "It was nice, it was exciting until near the end," Quinn said Sunday night. "They just stopped playing or something. We didn't stay for the whole game so I didn't get to talk to the coaches." Quinn's former teammate, Florida defensive end Carlos Dunlap Jr., had a sack in the game. "I saw in an interview where he said he dedicated that sack to me," Quinn said. "He said he was playing for me." Quinn said since his surgery he has talked with recruiters from USC, Auburn, Alabama, North Carolina, Rutgers and Florida State. He said he will set his official visits with USC, Auburn, Alabama, North Carolina and Florida State. His next out of town trip will be to Auburn. He'll make an unofficial visit there in two weeks for the Alabama game. He does not have a favorite.



Great to hear about Robert, and that it looks like he won't have to say goodbye to his love of playing football.

:thumbsup:

[FoghornLeghornCock]

Great to see he is getting his life back together. I would hope no matter where he goes to school he maybe redshirts his first year just to give himself an extra healing period before he tries to go full bore again. Best of luck to him no matter what I am rooting for him.

[donbgamecock]

Great to see he is getting his life back together. I would hope no matter where he goes to school he maybe redshirts his first year just to give himself an extra healing period before he tries to go full bore again. Best of luck to him no matter what I am rooting for him.

If he is going to be wrestling in that weight category, there doesn't need to be a redshirt year for him for healing purposes. He may very well need to redshirt to get up to college speed, but it won't be to recover from his surgery. I am very thankful that he will be able to carry on.

Go Cocks!

[CockySpurrier85]

So happy for him!

[Will4144]

Go Robert!

[kda]

“The doctors told me that I’ll be able to play football next year whenever I go to college,” Quinn stated. “They also told me that I could wrestle this winter if I wanted to. They just want me to give it a little time to make sure everything goes ok.”
Robert Quinn realizes that he is extremely blessed to be alive amongst his family and friends. He is very grateful for the opportunity that was given to him. With that being said, Quinn would like to leave us with this message: “Don’t ever take anything for granted, because it can be taken away from you at anytime. While you have the chance, just have fun with it. Admire the time you have

[MACXIMVS]

they said he was clear to play football, any word where he is going ??

[scfan2001]

I wonder if any teams will back off because of the injury he had? I'm glad he recovered and hope he will be fine to play. Maybe we can steal him now.

[FoghornLeghornCock]

If I remember correctly I believe Saban and AL said at the time of the surgery they would honor the scholarship offer so don't count on teams backing off where we steal him.

[COCKDIESEL]

If he comes here it wouldn't be a steal

[roosterrizk1]

He has been a SC lean well before the injury. They have good Doctors anywhere in the Country. When he signs with the Cocks it will be because he wants to go there.

[Will4144]

Another piece of evidence is that last year the big deal was Carlos Dunlap and Robert Quinn wanted to play together. At that time, Dunlap was set to be a Gamecock. Quinn isn't very interested in Florida, even though he does have a little bit of interest there.

[Click]

Another piece of evidence is that last year the big deal was Carlos Dunlap and Robert Quinn wanted to play together. At that time, Dunlap was set to be a Gamecock. Quinn isn't very interested in Florida, even though he does have a little bit of interest there.

From what I remember last year Dunlap wanted to be a Gamecock but his mother basically pushed him to Fla.

[Will4144]

From what I remember last year Dunlap wanted to be a Gamecock but his mother basically pushed him to Fla.

I don't know if it was his mom or what. I know his dad wanted him in the garnet and black, but I have to give it to him for following himself and not worrying about what his dad would think.

[roosterrizk1]

He should have listened to his Dad !!

[kda]

He is skipping USC/Clemson for Alabama/Auburn.

[Ga_Gamecock]

From what I remember last year Dunlap wanted to be a Gamecock but his mother basically pushed him to Fla.


Just make$ you wonder who or what ultimately $teered him to UF ... the whole thing was weird. He verballed to our staff, his dad was excited, and then he acts all sketchy and says he has to have a PC to announce immdeiately after visiting Urban and Co ...

[Will4144]

Robert Quinn visiting Auburn-Alabama over South Carolina-Clemson is definitely not good news. Let's hope it's just because he wants to see a rivalry game that he won't be involved in for the next 4 years.

[Cockholio]

Robert Quinn, Scout.com four-star defensive end from North Charleston-Fort Dorchester, (S.C.), underwent emergency surgery two weeks ago to have a brain tumor removed. The surgery was successful, and Quinn is making a miraculous recovery. His future college football career appeared over before it began, but the doctors have cleared his return to the field next fall.

“The doctors told me that I’ll be able to play football next year whenever I go to college,” Quinn stated. “They also told me that I could wrestle this winter if I wanted to. They just want me to give it a little time to make sure everything goes OK.”

Saban was the first coach to inform Quinn, before it was known how long it would take to recover, the Tide would continue to honor his scholarship offer. Saban also called when Quinn was in the hospital. Quinn’s main focus is his health, and Alabama remains a strong contender for his signature.

http://www.tuscaloosanews.com/article/20071113/NEWS/71113017/0/FRONTPAGE

[jstrom]

Doc? Where's Doc?? Paging Doc!

[roosterrizk1]

He will be a Gamecock.

[Juice4Bruce]

he's going to auburn/alabama b/c he already went to several of our games this year..if i'm not mistaken. Probably just getting a feel for other school's games as well

[doccock]

Right here. What's the question?

I can't imagine the doctors have already cleared him to play contact sports. Either he didn't have as serious a situation as we were all led to believe, or he's reading more into what they are saying than he should.
I'm glad I'm not their malpractice carrier if anything happens to him in the next few months.
doc

[kda]

November 25, 2007

Quinn On Hand For Iron Bowl

By Phil Kornblut
LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester opted not to take in his home state's big rival game and went with his family to Auburn for the Tigers' battle with Alabama. "It was a crazy atmosphere being a rivalry game," Quinn said Sunday afternoon. "It's real intense. It's a big rivalry but it's all love." Quinn said he talked some with Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville and his assistants. "I've always liked Auburn as one of my top schools," he said. He has not set dates for official visits but he plans to with Auburn, USC, Alabama, North Carolina and Florida State. This week he is expecting to have in home visits with USC's Steve Spurrier and Alabama's Nick Saban. And coaches from Auburn also might be in this week. Quinn said he does not have a favorite. "I'm just trying to have fun with it." he said.

www.palmettosports.com

[Will4144]

November 25, 2007

Quinn On Hand For Iron Bowl

By Phil Kornblut
LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester opted not to take in his home state's big rival game and went with his family to Auburn for the Tigers' battle with Alabama. "It was a crazy atmosphere being a rivalry game," Quinn said Sunday afternoon. "It's real intense. It's a big rivalry but it's all love." Quinn said he talked some with Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville and his assistants. "I've always liked Auburn as one of my top schools," he said. He has not set dates for official visits but he plans to with Auburn, USC, Alabama, North Carolina and Florida State. This week he is expecting to have in home visits with USC's Steve Spurrier and Alabama's Nick Saban. And coaches from Auburn also might be in this week. Quinn said he does not have a favorite. "I'm just trying to have fun with it." he said.

www.palmettosports.com (http://www.palmettosports.com)

That sounds very good for us!

[Will4144]

Quinn Meets At Home With Spurrier

By Phil Kornblut
Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) was the first prospect in South Carolina USC coach Steve Spurrier set out to see Monday on the first day coaches could make in home visits. "We sat down with my parents and talked about what they have to offer," Quinn said. "I'm comparing them to the other schools and what benefits they have compared to the other schools. They showed me the drawings of the new academic learning center they are getting." USC assistant coach Shane Beamer also was involved in the meeting. Quinn said he will be in Columbia Thursday night for an awards banquet, and the possibility of him staying over for an official visit starting Friday was discussed. "I'm not sure about that at this point," he said. "There's a slight possibility." North Carolina assistant Sam Pittman is scheduled to meet with Quinn Tuesday. Alabama head coach Nick Saban is due in Thursday but that visit will have to be changed since Quinn will be in Columbia that night. And Auburn is to have a coach in on Friday. Quinn said he does not have a favorite.

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20071126/PSPORTS02/71126013/-1/PSPORTS

[Will4144]

Alabama Coaches Meet With Quinn

By Phil Kornblut
Alabama head coach Nick Saban and assistant coach Burton Burns visited with Fort Dorchester LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) Thursday afternoon. The coaches first met with Quinn at school and later at his home. Quinn then drove up to Columbia for the Palmetto Champions Awards Banquet. Friday Quinn is to meet with his recruiter from Auburn. USC head coach Steve Spurrier met earlier in the week with Quinn, and his North Carolina recruiter also came by the school. Quinn is in the process of deciding on and setting dates for his official visits.

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20071129/PSPORTS02/71130002/-1/PSPORTS

[JAYBEZ]

Neither of those sounded really positive for us... but then again, he didn't seem excited about anyone.

[roosterrizk1]

He will be a Gamecock unless $$$$omething changes his mind.

[Will4144]

I hope you're right, rooster. He's playing his commitment a lot like his former teammate, Carlos Dunlap.

[donbgamecock]

First off I hope Robert is back to a normal life style.

He was on the original roster to play in this year's Shrine Bowl. Does anyone know if he is still on the roster and what are the odds he will play?

Go Cocks!

[big cock fan]

Well i hate to tell you guys this but its in rivals today that we are no longer in his top three. Its bama, auburn, and the goats for his top three. He says he gets a special feeling from all of them.

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=746753

If we let this guy get out of state i will be pissed. All the top players in the state are going out of state or going to clemson.

[Forkcock]

That just really sucks. Even with Spurrier here, we can't get any of the good one's to stay home and play for the Cocks. What have we got to do differently? Is it our school, our facilities, our coaches, etc. I really thought we had a good chance with RQ.

[pitchcock]

Relax..it's a long time until February.

[Ga_Gamecock]

The sky isnt falling ...

maybe its the nix rumors

maybe the guy writing the article heard "carolina" and wrote "unc" ... it happens. a lot.

we have been recruiting him as a DE/LB for our sys and i hear thats how he wants to play ... man he would be a big LB

I would love to see him and Matthews play the hybrid role

[Dr. Cock]

Really sucks if that's true, but remember that Feb. isn't going to be here any time soon.

Besides, after what he's been through, you can only wish him the absolute best wherever he goes, but I would love to see him in Garnet and Black more than any other recruit we have left on the board.

[SNEEZ]

That just really sucks. Even with Spurrier here, we can't get any of the good one's to stay home and play for the Cocks. What have we got to do differently? Is it our school, our facilities, our coaches, etc. I really thought we had a good chance with RQ.

Why should we care about kids in state. with FLorida to the south , North Carolina to the north?! I'd take the best from Fla, NC, of Ga over the best from SC ANYDAY!

Look at He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named and jr Hemmingway, real big time huh.

who cares, we want kids who WANT to come here

[ConwayGamecock]

Why should we care about kids in state. with FLorida to the south , North Carolina to the north?! I'd take the best from Fla, NC, of Ga over the best from SC ANYDAY!

Look at He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named and jr Hemmingway, real big time huh.

who cares, we want kids who WANT to come here

I agree having Spurrier will help us alot in bringing in talent from other states. But don't discount the value of our in-state talent so quickly. Spurrier will not be our head coach forever, and it will be a shame if one day a new HC comes in, and finds that he can't recruit anyone from SC because their high school coaches have better connections with Clemson or out-of-state colleges than they do with USC.

Also maintaining a healthy number of in-state players will help our teams maintain the great attitudes and pride for the program that every successful program needs to compete at the highest levels. It's hard to generate the loyal passions to go out every Saturday and leave everything on the field, when the players you're asking grew up in other states, and followed other programs when they were growing up. Cory Boyd is a great example of the exception to that rule, but obviously not everyone is like Cory. With players who grew up following the Gamecocks, you can expect that kind of passion.

We should want to factor in with our state's top prep talent, and be able to rely on maintaining a core group for our classes every year. The day may come where we would have to depend on them....

[Will4144]

That just really sucks. Even with Spurrier here, we can't get any of the good one's to stay home and play for the Cocks. What have we got to do differently? Is it our school, our facilities, our coaches, etc. I really thought we had a good chance with RQ.

Why can't we get any of the good ones to stay home? Because we can't win consistently. It's all about the W's and L's.

[gamecockfinatic2007]

is it just me or is anyone else sick and tired of the short end of every stick?

[Ga_Gamecock]

Originally Posted by Forkcock
That just really sucks. Even with Spurrier here, we can't get any of the good one's to stay home and play for the Cocks. What have we got to do differently? Is it our school, our facilities, our coaches, etc. I really thought we had a good chance with RQ.


is it just me or is anyone else sick and tired of the short end of every stick?

Why can't we get any of the good ones to stay home? Because we can't win consistently. It's all about the W's and L's.

Did signing day come early?

Has he already inked the contract elsewhere?

Why all the doom n gloom?

We have time ... good lord

[mjmiller]

Did signing day come early?

Has he already inked the contract elsewhere?

Why all the doom n gloom?

We have time ... good lord



Thank you. Its like listening to a bunch of 4th graders talk about recruiting.

[brat]

Boo Hoo...sniff sniff...nobody like us...

We'll get some kids we don't expect, lose some we do expect, get some future stars and get some that don't pan out. Happens every year.

We get what we get and there isn't a thing we fans can do, generally speaking, to influence the kids.

As long as the team is improved by the new crop of recruits, I am satisfied. Up to the coaches to make something of them and the team.

[jayceecock]

Has to be a reason why we can't seem to sign any players from Fort Dorchester.

2004: Paul Cianciolo, QB - Penn State
2005: Durell Barry, TE - Clemson
2006: Byron Maxwell, S - Clemson
2007: Carlos Dunlap, DE - Florida
2008: Robert Quinn, LB/DE -

I've got a hunch, does anyone know why?

[Forkcock]

Has to be a reason why we can't seem to sign any players from Fort Dorchester.

2004: Paul Cianciolo, QB - Penn State
2005: Durell Barry, TE - Clemson
2006: Byron Maxwell, S - Clemson
2007: Carlos Dunlap, DE - Florida
2008: Robert Quinn, LB/DE -

I've got a hunch, does anyone know why?

Let's hear it.

[GamecockNeal]

looks like the coaching staff arent gamecock fans......

[pitchcock]

Has to be a reason why we can't seem to sign any players from Fort Dorchester.

2004: Paul Cianciolo, QB - Penn State
2005: Durell Barry, TE - Clemson
2006: Byron Maxwell, S - Clemson
2007: Carlos Dunlap, DE - Florida
2008: Robert Quinn, LB/DE -

I've got a hunch, does anyone know why?

I don't think we offered Cianciolo, Barry, or Maxwell.

[Will4144]

No offer for Paul Cianciolo or Durell Barry. We did offer Byron Maxwell and Carlos Dunlap.

[kosimpsononthestop]

i dont think it has anything to do with the coaching staff. i know the head coach isnt biased for clemson or usc so i dont think that has anything to do with it.

[CockaCola]

Rivals said we werent in his top 3, but i remember Jonathan Jolly recently saying we were the team to beat with him..so you never know

[hellraiser24]

Quinn Makes Visit To 'Bama

By Phil Kornblut
LB Robert Quinn (6-6 255) of Fort Dorchester made an official visit to Alabama over the weekend along with his parents and sister. "I went fine," Quinn said Sunday night. "I was there this past summer. I know some of the players and some of the signing players coming up. I got a feel for the town and the people around there. I was with coach (Burton) burns most of the time. I went to coach Saban's house Sunday and I talked to him on Saturday. He's a coach I can be around." Quinn said he will schedule official visits with Auburn and North Carolina. He's not sure about an official visit to USC. "It's right up the road and I've been there enough," he said. "I know what they have to offer." Quinn said he does not have a favorite. He was picked for the Shrine Bowl but can't play due to the brain surgery he underwent in late October. He does plan to attend the game Saturday.



glad to hear that he is recovering well from surgery. i would love to pick him up on signing day. he could be another eric norwood type of player for us, playing DE and sometimes split off the line to a few yards outside the tackle in a olb position (can't remember what they call it, maybe suicide back)

[CockySpurrier85]

i think they call it a robber but i may be completely wrong there. With that being said I wouldn't think he'd play LB for us.

[Will4144]

It looks like Robert Quinn will be playing his home games in Alabama. I hope I'm wrong.

[jayceecock]

Doesn't it seem like if our big instate recruits don't commit to us before the holidays, they go elsewhere?

Nice gesture by Saban of honoring his offer to Quinn even is he was unable to play after surgery.

I'm thinking his lean is towards Alabama or Auburn.

[roosterrizk1]

USC ....

[Will4144]

USC ....

I hope you're right, but all indications say otherwise.