Lambert is built ready to play now. Jones would've had to add at least 15 or 20 extra pounds to be ready for Big 10 ball. Quanzell could probably just add a few more to try and keep him injury free. For Lambert, weight gain is a luxury. For Jones, it would've been a necessity.
I think we were all excited about that famous southern speed Jones would've brought the LB corps, but he's gone, so no use crying over spilt milk. Given the choice of one or the other, I'd go with Lambert.
I've got to think if Iowa gets reemed by OU in their bowl game that has to help our cause here. This year, with Diggs and now Lambert, the outcome of bowl games could affect our recruiting like it hasn't in the past. Guess it just depends on the kid.