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2013 LB/FB Darrien Howard

  • A lot of people have been in the dark or speculating about 2013 bluechip linebacker at Dayton Chaminade Julienne. Howard's team didn't fair too well in the Eagles 1st two games against Miami Valley powers Troy and Thurgood Marshall. The Eagles coaching staff went into danger mode for game 3 and utilized Howard on offense more and he answered with 2 touchdowns, 1 in the air and 1 on the ground. Through game 3
    Darrien Howard has over 40 tackles, a INT, 1 caused fumble and recovery and the two touchdowns.

    Howard weighed in before the season at 241 lbs with a chip on his shoulder. He's powerful and destroys the double team easily. Good hands and flexible hips for such a big frame. Hands down one of the best football players in the state regardless of division.

    footballinohio

  • i read somewhere he was 268 and will probably play with his hand on the ground.

    edit....link-

    http://rise.espn.go.com/football/articles/2011/02/12-Ohio-combine-recap.aspx?pursuit=Softball

    This post was edited by boomboom on 9/15/2011 at 4:14 PM

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  • NAW he is 240 if you have seen him you would know. He looks alot different since sparq combine.

    cw1972

  • #47 Darrien Howard of Chaminade Julienne had 20 tackles and a sack in game 10 loss to Archbishop Alter Knights.

    The Dayton Ohio linebacker and his team will be preparing for the playoffs this week.

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    This post was edited by footballinohio on 10/30/2011 at 10:11 PM

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  • #47 Darrien Howard of Chaminade Julienne recorded 10 tackles, 1 rushing TD and scored on a INT return during the Eagles opening playoff win over The Westfall Mustangs.

    Darrien Howard is a 6-2, 241-pound Inside Linebacker from Dayton, OH. He is ranked No. 176 in the country by 247Sports. Howard is the No. 14 recruit in Ohio (OH) and is the No. 9 Inside Linebacker in the nation.

    http://247sports.com/Player/Darrien-Howard-12850
    http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/7062444/lb-darrien-howard-making-plays-all-field

    2013 Darrien Howard - Chaminade Jullienne - So yr

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  • Goes to my alma mater, people I talk too say he is tough-nosed player, but reacts just a tad bit slow yet to play at Ohio State's level. He is a big kid though, saw him play a couple times as a freshman and even then he was a big kid. Has a body type with room to grow. Could be a real good one though, possile Boren type fullback is what I would say about him.

    "Playing here is the closest thing to heaven on earth..." - Brian Rolle

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  • CR2011 said...

    Goes to my alma mater, people I talk too say he is tough-nosed player, but reacts just a tad bit slow yet to play at Ohio State's level. He is a big kid though, saw him play a couple times as a freshman and even then he was a big kid. Has a body type with room to grow. Could be a real good one though, possile Boren type fullback is what I would say about him.

    Shame on you. Lol

    footballinohio

  • footballinohio said...

    Shame on you for hating. Lol

    Old news buddy, it's been awhile. Let's stay current.

    This post was edited by footballinohio on 11/20/2011 at 11:19 AM

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  • Darrien Howard is a 6-2, 241-pound Inside Linebacker from Dayton, OH. He is ranked No. 229 in the country by 247Sports.

    Howard is the No. 17 recruit in Ohio (OH) and is the No. 10 Inside Linebacker in the nation.

    Howard has a 247Sports rating of 89, making him a 3-star prospect.

    He has 1 Offer.

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  • CR2011 said...

    Goes to my alma mater, people I talk too say he is tough-nosed player, but reacts just a tad bit slow yet to play at Ohio State's level. He is a big kid though, saw him play a couple times as a freshman and even then he was a big kid. Has a body type with room to grow. Could be a real good one though, possile Boren type fullback is what I would say about him.

    Agreed, seems slow and does not react well. Remember, we are dissapointed in Klein, his he any better? NO

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  • Darrien Howard finished his junior season with 156 tackles and 13 touchdowns.

    In his final game for the season Howard contributed a rushing touchdown and 17 tackles to lead the Eagles.

    The Clinton-Massie team made sure to let #47 Darrien Howard of Dayton Chaminade-Julienne know after the game they wanted him to be a Buckeye.

    "Howard, a national recruit who lists Ohio State among his final picks, was greeted by a long line of C-M players and coaches afterward. A force throughout the game, he was wished well and told he should make his future home at Columbus." By Marc F. Pendleton, Staff Writer of Dayton Daily News

    Howard appreciated the support from the opposing team, both teams showed great sportsmanship.

    CJ eliminated from playoffs in final seconds

    MASON Chaminade Julienne High School linebacker Darrien Howard had blasted Clinton-Massie running back Bayle Wolf all night.

    www.daytondailynews.com

    footballinohio

  • LInk provided below for 2011-12 season statistics for 2013 LB/FB Bluechip prospect Darrien Howard
    of Dayton Chaminade-Julienne. A few fans and scouts have voiced their opinion of Howard being a very good offensive weapon at fullback.

    Darrien Howard Football Stats - Chaminade-Julienne 11-12 - MaxPreps

    MaxPreps - Darrien Howard Chaminade-Julienne High School Stats for Football 11-12. Stats for Darrien Howard during the Football 11-12 season. Views game by game stats for Darrien Howard!

    www.maxpreps.com

    footballinohio

  • your hate is funny, good luck to you.

    footballinohio

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  • Dayton Daily News
    2011-12 All-Area football
    Darrien Howard of Dayton Chaminade-Julienne Division IV Defensive player of the year

    2011-12 Ohio Southwest All-District
    Darrien Howard of Dayton Chaminade Julienne Division IV Defensive Player of the Year

    2011 1st team ALL OHIO Football Team
    Darrien Howard; Dayton Chaminade-Julienne 6-2, 245

    2011-12 Junior Year Football Season Highlights
    http://www.hudl.com/athlete/387655/darrien-howard

    Darrien Howard 2011 Football Season statistics by MAXPREPS

    http://www.maxpreps.com/athletes/2Ez...ien-howard.htm

    154 Tackles
    13 Touchdowns
    3 Receptions for 42 yds
    60 Carries for 270 yds
    3 Interceptions for 125 yds
    2.5 Sacks for 12 yd loss
    2 Fumble Recoveries

    footballinohio

  • Howard met Tom Lemmings on 3/31/2012 for a photo shoot and also received his invitation to play in the Semper Fidelis All American Bowl sponsored by Junior Rank and the Marine Corp.

    Other invites included Mike McCray, Malik Zaire and Reon Dawson

    Junior Rank

    http://www.juniorrank.com

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    JuniorRank Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl: January 3, 2012 – Phoenix, Arizona

    January 3, 2012 - Phoenix, Arizona

    semperfidelisbowl.com

    cw1972

  • cw1972 said...

    Howard met Tom Lemmings on 3/31/2012 for a photo shoot and also received his invitation to play in the Semper Fidelis All American Bowl sponsored by Junior Rank and the Marine Corp.

    Other invites included Mike McCray, Malik Zaire and Reon Dawson

    Sorry. I get that you guys like him but he won't be a Buckeye. LB is not a big 2012 need; Urban will take 2, maybe 3 at the most but the list of guys in front of him is too long and doesn't include Tim Kimbrough and Shane Jones, who both better fit the prototype LB Urban wants.

    He seems like a classic MSU recruit, like Moeller's Greg Jones, or maybe Illinois--Beckman will hit Ohio hard.

    iowabuckeyes

  • Howard turning heads at linebacker

    At the end of last summer, nobody knew where Darrien Howard of Chaminade-Julienne (Dayton, Ohio) would play. Is he a middle linebacker? Defensive end? Maybe even a fullback?

    Howard wants to play linebacker, and he turned a lot of people into believers at the NFTC.

    During linebacker-versus-running back drills, Howard, a four-star prospect ranked No. 7 nationally among inside linebackers, was among the top players.

    A little overweight previously, Howard has been working out with a trainer and now says he is at 242 pounds with the goal of getting to 235 soon. He thinks that will help him remain in the middle instead of being shifted to defensive end.

    "I'm watching my weight for one, and getting faster," he said.

    One program that wanted to see Howard's physique before extending an offer was Indiana, so the Hoosiers sent a coach to Chaminade-Julienne recently. The visit ended with a scholarship offer.

    "It was a defensive coach, and they wanted a defensive coach to come look at me," Howard said.

    This post was edited by footballinohio on 5/7/2012 at 9:03 AM

    Columbus Nike Football Training Camp Recap - Recruiting - ESPNHS

    Columbus NFTC recap

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  • 9. LB Darrien Howard, Dayton (Ohio) Chaminade-Julienne
    Howard surprised a lot of people with his performance on Saturday. At 6-1 and at least 255 pounds, he looks like he should be playing along the defensive line. Yet, Howard plays exceptionally light on his feet and was more than capable in the pass-rushing and pass-coverage drills. At times he plays a little top-heavy, but on Saturday he looked a lot more connected with the turf and moved around the field well. Howard will benefit even more from cutting some of the excess weight, but he will always be a big body at the linebacker position.

    Nike Elite camp @ Ohio Dominican May 5th,2012 - Yappi Sports

    Nike Elite camp @ Ohio Dominican May 5th,2012 Football

    www.yappi.com

    footballinohio

  • By Bill Greene
    Ohio recruiting analyst
    Date: May 7, 2012

    Although he didn't win the linebacker MVP award at the Nike Football Training Camp in Columbus last Saturday, Darrien Howard put on quite a show. He moved exceptionally well for a player his size, opening some eyes in the process.

    Scout.com: NFTC Columbus: Darrien Howard Shines

    Although he didn't win the linebacker MVP award at the Nike Football Training Camp in Columbus last Saturday, Darrien Howard put on quite a show. He moved exceptionally well for a player his size, opening some eyes in the process.

    recruiting.scout.com

    footballinohio

  • I think one of the things I like about this young man is his attitude and never giving up. He has a dream and is aiming for it, doing what it takes too get there. Good for him

    THEnutbuster

  • We have already targeted our Linebackers.
    We have already taken our Down lineman.
    Not looking for Fullbacks.
    So I don't believe there is any room.

    Catdaddyh

  • 2013 LB/FB Darrien Howard was a top performer at the NFTC

    This post was edited by footballinohio on 5/8/2012 at 10:24 AM

    Scout.com: NFTC Columbus: Top Ten

    COLUMBUS, OHIO -- Several top prospects and some lesser known athletes who put themselves on the map from the Midwest and East Region's made their way to Ohio Dominican University this weekend to compete in the Nike Football Training Camp.

    recruiting.scout.com

    footballinohio

  • If he loses his extra weight and improves his mobility he could start picking up some big offers. Idk about OSU though unless we miss on everyone else. He could be a really good one though if he keeps up the hard work.

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  • I think he's a good player. Everyone complains about his weight but it seems like every time he goes out he exceed expectations. At some point, people are going to have to give him some credit. Besides, wasn't Brandon Spikes a huge, slow linebacker that played for Meyer?

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