'11 MI LB Lawrence Thomas (Official Offer)

AustinScottistheone · #1 (**permalink**) 09-02-2009, 06:13 PM

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Scout.com: Lawrence Thomas Profile

Linebacker
Detroit (MI) Renaissance

Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 232 pounds
Forty: 4.62 seconds
Vertical: 34 inches
Class: 2011 (High School)

Scout.com: Colleges Don't Waste Time on Thomas

9/1/09

By Allen Trieu. Reportedly received written offers from Michigan State, Colorado, and Alabama...hearing from Oregon, PSU, Purdue, Iowa, Ohio State, Toledo, Central Michigan, and others.

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AustinScottistheone · #2 (**permalink**) 09-02-2009, 06:23 PM

Detroit LB expects PSU offer -

9/2/09

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By Bill Kurelic, NN Recruiting Analyst
bkurelic@nittanynetwork.com
Sept. 2, 2009

Detroit (Mich.) Renaissance linebacker Lawrence Thomas is one of the top five juniors in the state of Michigan. Thomas started at both middle linebacker and tight end during his sophomore season. He made 77 tackles and had five sacks.

The 6-foot-4 and 235-pound Thomas, who runs the 40-yard dash in 4.6 seconds, takes on blockers and stays on his feet well. He bench presses 250 pounds.

Thomas has a verbal scholarship offer from Michigan State. He is looking forward to receiving a number of others - including one from the Nittany Lions.

“UCLA said they are going to offer,” Thomas said. “Alabama, Colorado and Penn State are supposed to offer.”

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AustinScottistheone · #3 (**permalink**) 09-03-2009, 10:11 AM

http://bwi.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=983627

9/3/09

By Josh Helmholdt. Renaissance coach Antoine Edwards reports that Lawrence received offers from Michigan State, Colorado, and Alabama via fax. UCLA has said their written offer is on the way....Michigan said their trying to get the written offer sent out...Antoine says he missed a call from PSU LB coach Ron Vanderlinden....Ohio State wants Lawrence to attend the USC game and Antoine says they could do something there (offer). Only visits scheduled are Michigan State this weekend, and to Michigan for the Notre Dame game.

AustinScottistheone · #4 (**permalink**) 09-22-2009, 06:13 AM

Scout.com: Thomas Gaining National Interest

9/21/09

By Allen Trieu. Has offers from MSU, Alabama, Colorado, Syracuse, and Vanderbilt...Renaissance assistant coach Antoine Edwards says Lawrence gave the team 100 yards rushing in the latest game when put in at running back. Attended the Michigan-ND game this past weekend, and despite having not yet offered, Michigan said he is one of their top priorities. Only planned visit is Michigan-MSU...USC, Ohio State, and Florida keep inviting to games but nothing planned....might go to Tennessee for a game.

AustinScottistheone · #5 (**permalink**) 10-09-2009, 07:39 AM

http://bwi.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=998956

10/8/09

By Josh Helmholdt. Lawrence talks about Michigan offering....article claims Lawrence has offers from Alabama, Colorado, MSU, Oklahoma, PSU, and UCLA. Has visited both MSU and UM in-state and plans to do so again....talks about Michigan meaning a lot as he grew up with all their success, and his previous visit to UM for the Eastern Michigan game. Focused on his season, not recruiting, and will decide some time next year.

AustinScottistheone · #6 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 04:54 PM

Lawrence Thomas could be next in the long line of playmakers at Linebacker U - ESPN

10/28/09

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By Bill Kurelic
NittanyNetwork.com

Detroit (Mich.) Renaissance linebacker Lawrence Thomas is one of the top junior linebackers in the Big Ten region, and Penn State is one of the schools in the running for his services.

The ESPNU 150 Watch List prospect's junior season came to a conclusion last weekend as Renaissance finished with a 4-3 record. In those seven games Thomas made 89 tackles including 16 sacks. He had a whopping 26 tackles for loss and intercepted two passes. Thomas started at both middle linebacker and tight end during his sophomore season. He made 77 tackles and had five sacks.

The 6-foot-4 and 235-pound Thomas, who runs the 40-yard dash in 4.6 seconds, has seen his scholarship offer list steadily rise since the beginning of September.

"I have at least eight or nine offers," Thomas said. "Michigan State, Michigan, Alabama, UCLA, Oklahoma, Florida, Wisconsin, Syracuse, Vanderbilt and Colorado, they all sent papers. And Penn State gave me a verbal offer."

Thomas has visited Michigan State and Michigan, attending games at both schools.

"I like all the schools," Thomas said. "They are all great. Right now I'm just trying to get more information and more offers."

When asked about the Nittany Lions, Thomas said, "Me and my dad are thinking about going to Penn State at Christmas break. The linebackers coach (Ron Vanderlinden) came to our school. He said they are losing a lot of linebackers. He wants me to go out there and see Penn State."

AustinScottistheone · #7 (**permalink**) 12-02-2009, 06:34 PM

http://bwi.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1023638

12/2/09

By Brian Snow. Ohio State has offered....Lawrence said he attended camp this past summer at Ohio State and it was beautiful. Lawrence describes his game and talks about his relationship with former Reinassance LB, and current MSU LB, Chris Norman, saying they both know that Chris wants him at MSU but he has told him to make the best decision for himself. Lawrence is looking for a good coaching staff, good atmosphere, and a school with quality academics.

AustinScottistheone · #8 (**permalink**) 01-20-2010, 08:41 PM

Scout.com: Thomas Picks Up More

1/20/10

By Allen Trieu. Detroit Renaissance assistant Antoine Edwards has handled most of the recruitment for Lawrence.....talked with ND coach Martin who is coming by the school on Monday and has offered....PSU coach Ron Vanderlinden visited the school, offered, and said Lawrence was the best LB he has seen on tape by far for 2011....Cincinnati has also offered. Lawrence recently checked in at 6'4 240 pounds at a doctors visit.

AustinScottistheone · #9 (**permalink**) 02-18-2010, 03:14 PM

Scout.com: Thomas Close to Narrowing List?

2/18/10

By Allen Trieu. Q&A with Detroit Renaissance assistant coach Antoine Edwards on the latest with Lawrence Thomas' recruitment.

AustinScottistheone · #10 (**permalink**) 02-19-2010, 05:30 PM

http://bwi.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1053962

2/19/10

By Gerard Martinez. USC has offered, according to his coach. Lawrence said he wants a good education first and foremost, and talks extensively about USC and how he first learned of his offer. Assistant coach Antoine Edwards talks about the strain visits can place on a recruit in numerous ways, says they won't do too much but plan to check out Michigan, tOSU, ND, PSU, and USC...that will be about it.

AustinScottistheone · #11 (**permalink**) 02-23-2010, 05:10 PM

Scout.com: SEC Offers Pour in For Thomas

2/23/10

By Allen Trieu. LSU, UGA, and Tennessee have offered.

AustinScottistheone · #12 (**permalink**) 03-03-2010, 12:43 AM

Scout.com: Nation's Finest LB Gives The Latest

3/2/10

By Bill Greene. Lawrence attended the Michigan Football Showcase this past Sunday but did not participate......talks extensively about his game, wanting to be a better leader, what he must improve upon, and says he has no interest in playing defensive end. Mentions MSU, tOSU, UF, and UM.....discusses the relationship with UM.

AustinScottistheone · #13 (**permalink**) 03-05-2010, 07:24 PM

http://bwi.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1059685

Committed to MSU.