Through the Smoke

I was looking at his highlights on you tube they are all of him playing RB and returning. He should make an immediate impact on special teams. I just wonder how much CB he played and if he will need work at CB?

I have seen the same highlights you have and also not sure of his role as a cb in high school. From articles that I've read on him and seeing his insane athletic ability I would say the transition if he does indeed become a db wouldn't be that hard full time. He's lightning. Welcome to the U Grooms. A Manny interview on youtube is worth the watch as well. He seems hungry and has a good head on his shoulders.

I don't think he'll make an immediate impact & will be redshirted as he learns the position. Regardless he's a great athlete & a good pick up for the future.

did you guys see the miami herald: seems like he committed because hes going to play RB and Special Teams Year One?

http://miamiherald.typepad.com/umiami/2011/01/grooms-becomes-ums-10th-commitment.html

"Grooms said Golden told him he would get the opportunity to play running back first. But if it doesn't work out, the 5-9, 170-pound athlete said he'll be more than happy to move to cornerback or receiver -- which he has played plenty of in the past. "They definitely want me on special teams," Grooms said. "Coach said they need a lot of help there and I'm ready to start delivering. I told him 'Give me the ball, I want it.' I can play anywhere. I played corner my junior year and was strictly running back this year. But I'll do what I have to do to get on the field.""