Norfolk State pulls in 15 recruits

NORFOLK, Virginia - Norfolk State football coach Pete Adrian promised the Spartans won't struggle to convert in short-yardage situations next season.  Running back R.J. Robinson, 6-foot-2 and 225 pounds, looks likely to make Adrian a man of his word.

The Spartans got letters of intent from 11 players Wednesday, putting together a group that includes four players given stars by Rivals, a popular scouting service. Robinson's resume stands out from the rest, and he could fix one of the few flaws from last year's MEAC champions.

"We're bringing in a big guy," Adrian said. "The last time we had a guy like that was Daryl Jones. When you're in those situations, you have to have a guy that can push the pile."

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Adrian Announces Addition of 15 to Spartan Football Program

NORFOLK, Va. —Norfolk State head football coach Pete Adrian announced Wednesday the addition of 15 recruits who will join the Spartans in 2012.  Included among the 15 are four players who are currently enrolled at NSU for the spring 2011 semester. Three of the four originally signed with Division I FBS programs.

“We knew we had to add some quality depth on defense since we lost a number of good players there and since we play so many in our rotation,” Adrian said. “I definitely think we accomplished that with the early enrollees.”

Of the 11 players who signed national letters of intent Wednesday, three are junior college transfers and eight are high school recruits. The three JC players include two quarterbacks and one running back, while the high school class consists of three offensive linemen, two defensive backs, one fullback, one tight end and one defensive lineman.

“Overall, we feel that we were able to address our key needs,” Adrian said. “We feel that each of these players will be a great fit for our program, and we look forward to them wearing the green and gold.”

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