Cannot Falter

Ted Bolser, a 6′6″ 220 lb tight end from Cincinnati, has committed to the Hoosiers. Bolser is described thusly:

 He’s a big, athletic target who caught 68 passes for 1,068 yards as a junior while playing primarily at wide receiver for an Indian Hills team that went 12-3 and advanced to the regional finals.

While the tight end does not get a lot of play in the Hoosier offense, having that sort of size and (presumed) athletic ability at that spot should give IU many more options. You can imagine Bolser being a big past of Kellen Lewis’ (hopeful) senior season as a big safety valve and offensive threat, especially if the new crop of wide receivers pan out.

This commitment is also notable for two reasons. First, IU is once again going up against and beating bigger programs. Bolser definitely had an offer from Kentucky, and went to Louisville’s senior camp. He was also beginning to draw interest from Alabama, Iowa, and Ohio State. But he wanted to commit early, and had focused on IU, UL, and UK. Second, there’s this:

“They’ve talked a lot about the upgrades with the stadium, and how they’re re-doing and remodeling everything,” Bolser said. “They’ll have a new huge players’ lounge, a new weight room, everything.” 

Here’s proof that the new facilities upgrades are already paying dividends. While lots of recruits had mentioned them, Bolser not only mentioned IU’s upcoming new facilities, but spoke very highly of Kentucky’s as well. So it seems like the quality of facilities was a big factor for him, and luckily IU is quickly getting competitive on that front.

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