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That's a Good Question by dillon77

I'm certainly not privvy to who has been offered or not offered. Given how many offers these top prospects receive (look at the smile on Watson's face when asked how many she has), you'd have to assume everyone in the top tier of ND's reach either does or is on the precipice thereof. But you never know...some teams keep regular contact with a prospect and only make the offer after an official visit (or very intense unofficial visit for certain prospects).

As for Maddy Westbeld, the ND-Kettering connection is established, but this one seems pretty under the radar. Not sure what the ND brass pecking order is or how deep it goes. Personally would love to have another Westbeld in the 'bend, but we'll have to see what plays out.

As for Watson-Cooks: well, we know Watson is coming in June. Will Cooks show up this weekend? Later? The longer we hear crickets on that front, the more I'm thinking emphasis is on a HS prospect, such as Watson and/or Westbeld. Either/both would be great addition(s). Stay tuned.