Tobacco Road Report

Derrick Rose (Chicago Simeon) gave his verbal commitment over the weekend to Memphis, ending weeks of speculation that Rose would join Indianapolis North Central product Eric Gordon at Indiana University. Rose, a 6’4” point guard with superior skills and a five-star prospect by Rivals.com, should flourish in the system of John Calipari.

The early season signing period runs from November 8th to the 15th. The ACC appears in good position early on to capitalize on many big name recruits for the 2007 season. TRR will have the full report after the early signing period closes. Check back after the 15th for more analysis.