2014 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread [Archive] - Page 5

TFloss32

04-19-2013, 02:22 PM

Contra Costa CC's head coach gives an update on JUCO OL Desmond Harrison (HornsNation):

“He came up to re-emphasize that and check up on him and eyeball him," Carter said. "[Searels] let him know how important it is for him to finish up strong in the classroom and how they want him done by May. That way, he can get there in the summer and learn the playbook, learn the system so he can compete to play. He’s important to their program.”

“The main thing is, he’s taking a heavy academic load so he can graduate in May,” Carter said. “He’s working out a couple days a week, getting in the weight room, but the biggest focus is academics and getting everything on point. He’s taking night classes and is doing a little bit of everything to finish up and get his degree.”

“He knows he has that type of potential and upside, but he can’t just show up and start at a Division I level without putting work in,” Carter said. “He needs to get there this summer. He’s been really focusing on his classes. We knew that when he signed, but now we’ve got to make sure he’s finished.”

TFloss32

04-19-2013, 02:27 PM

S John Bonney gives an update on his recruitment (HornsNation):

“They’re (Texas) not necessarily the favorite, but they’re definitely at the top of my list,” Bonney said. “I know my dad really likes the situation and my mom likes their academics. It’s a school we’ve been by a lot and my dad really likes them and I do too. My dad likes [Duane] Akina as well. He’s a real good coach and has a great track record.”

“I’ll definitely check with my dad on which schools I’m going to,” he said. “I don’t know what my schedule is going to be like with 7-on-7 and all that. But right now, I don’t know.”

“I feel really good about that (Akina recruiting him so hard),” he said. “I feel like they (Texas) really need me.”

“I’m still going to take some time,” he said. “I don’t feel like I need to make a decision right now. I haven’t got to that point yet.”

TFloss32

04-19-2013, 02:57 PM

Quotes from the head coach of OL Jovan Pruitt of Dallas Bishop Dunne (HornsNation):

“I think they’re (Texas) very interested in him,” Johnson said. “Jovan has transformed his body since the last time he talked to them. He went to their camp last year but was still sloppy in his technique."

“There’s just not a lot of guys his size at 6-6, and he’s up to 290 now. You just don’t see them that athletic. He’s one of the best tackles in this class. That’s not coming from me, that’s coming from coaches we’ve talked to.”

“Once he gets out there (Austin), I do think they’ll extend an offer to him,” Johnson said.

TFloss32

04-19-2013, 03:08 PM

Update on 2015 LB Malik Jefferson (HornsNation):

“Just because I’ve visited Texas and there’s so much more available down there, it would be Texas right now if I did have to commit,” he said.

“They follow the [contact] rules and I understand that, but they did watch me practice a little bit and watched me do power cleans and some shuttle drills,” Jefferson said. “That went good.”

“I love the way he (Manny Diaz) coaches, and even away from football he’s a great life mentor,” Jefferson said. “I know if anything happened, he’d be a great mentor and coach for me.”

“Nope. I’m going to stick to my plan and wait until the time comes (to make a decision),” he said.

“The offers motivate me every day,” he said. “Now I know I’m on a top pedestal and I have to play to a high-level standard if I really want to play college ball.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 08:50 AM

Bob Shipley was the high school coach OrangeBloods was referencing last week. He has been hired:

http://mackbrown-texasfootball.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/042213aaa.html

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:00 AM

More quotes from the guardian of DE/LB Sione Teuhema and 2015 OL Maea Teuhema (24/7):

“We're about 75-percent of the way there,” Taliaferro said. “We know when it's going to happen, we're still figuring out what the best way would be for them to actually announce.”

“Texas is the perfect fit,” Taliaferro said. “When you go down the line, they offer every degree there is to get, so you can major in anything. Secondly, with football they have struggled the last couple of years, but they've got the No. 1 running back in nation in Johnathan Gray, so I'd expect that to change.”

“They (Texas) want to run the ball and with Maea blocking they feel it will help,” Taliaferro said. “They haven't made a commitment to him that he'll start, but they've made a commitment to him that he'll have a chance to play. If you want to go to the NFL, which he does, Texas is one of those schools up there with LSU and Ohio State that turn out more NFL guys than anybody.”

“You look at Brian Orakpo, Henry Melton, Alex Okafor and then Jackson Jeffcoat,” Taliaferro said. “They all were either drafted high or will be drafted high. They've done a good job of letting Sione know he's got a path to the NFL at Texas.”

“It we decide we need to go to Alabama then we'll find a way to make it happen,” Taliaferro said. “If we don't, and they want them, they can call and offer over the phone like everyone else has, or come see them themselves and we'll go from there.”

“They feel at home there, but it's going come down to what they decide for themselves,” Taliaferro said. “My job has been to arm them with the as much information as I can so they can make the best decision possible."

“I'll say this though,” he added, “Texas is the perfect fit for what we're trying to get accomplished.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:03 AM

Quick quotes from S Arrion Springs of San Antonio Roosevelt (24/7):

“I never thought Texas would be this interested,” Springs said. “With Coach (Duane) Akina, he's such a great coach and he only goes after the best. The fact that he's recruiting me is such a big honor and they've continued to move up my list.”

“Trey (Lealaimatatao) is always in my ear,” Springs said. “We text and talk a lot and he's always telling me I need to go to Texas. Jalen Campbell has been in my ear, too. He's pumped about going to Texas.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:04 AM

Latest with 2015 S Larry Pryor of Sulphur Springs (24/7):

“Coach (Stacey) Searels stopped by to see me on Thursday,” Pryor told Hookem.com. “He came to watch us workout. I just kind of waved at him because I really can't do much, but I definitely knew he was there.”

“My coaches said one of the main things he talked about was getting me back on campus there in Austin,” Pryor said. “He wanted to know if I could come down in June for something they’re having there. I'll most likely see him there then.”

“He left me with a picture about Texas being the real DBU,” he said. “It had all the info about what they have done and accomplished there at Texas with their defensive backs.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:07 AM

2015 DT Daylon Mack speaks on his recruitment after being ready to commit to A&M, and then received an Alabama offer (24/7):

“My coach told me that Alabama had expressed a lot of interest in me and they wanted to talk to me,” explained Mack. “So I called up Coach (Billy) Napier and he said that they liked my film and the way that I played and wanted to offer me a scholarship and they did. It means a whole lot to me to have an offer from a top tier school like that.”

“That offer makes my recruitment slow way down,” Mack said. “My parents have been telling me this whole time that I have been rushing things, so I’m just going to slow down and not think about committing anytime soon. I’m just going to take my time and enjoy the entire recruiting process. I just want to enjoy it.”

“Right now Texas A&M is still my number one,” Mack told Hookem.com. “Then I would say its Alabama and Texas as my number two choices for now. Those two are tied for second.”

“I am definitely going to visit Alabama,” said Mack. “I don’t know when yet, but hopefully I can sometime soon. I will visit there, along with Texas and Texas A&M again. I’ll visit all three during the summer.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:10 AM

More from 2015 WR DaMarkus Lodge of Cedar Hill (24/7):

“I didn’t believe it at first,” said Lodge. “I thought he was joking or something. I figured I might get one later on sometime, but not right then. I was shocked I guess you could say. I was very surprised they offered this early.”

“I like Texas a lot,” he said. “They’re a great school and they always have a lot of success on the field. I could see myself playing there for sure.”

“I can’t deny they’re one of my favorite schools,” explained Lodge. “When Texas looks at you and you’re from the state of Texas, that’s a big deal. When they offer you though, it’s an even bigger deal. You have to really think about that offer and that is what I’m doing. They have given me a lot to consider at this point, so I’m looking very closely at them."

“They’re just a great college with a great tradition,” he added. “I like their offense a lot as well and like what they’re doing as a team. Plus they offer a top education which is important to me,” he added.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:26 AM

Several Texas targets were at other schools' spring games this weekend:

Alabama
LB, Zach Whitley, Galena Park North Shore
CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen

Arkansas
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell (visiting his sister)
2015 OL, Zach Rogers, Carrollton Hebron

LSU
WR, Trey Quinn, Barbe (Lake Charles, LA)
CB/S, John Bonney, Houston Lamar
S, Mattrell McGraw, John Curtis (River Ridge, LA)

Texas Tech
RB, Auston Anderson, Plano West
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
S, Arrion Springs, San Antonio Roosevelt
2015 S, Justin Dunning, Whitehouse
2015 ATH, Chris Warren, Rockwall

Vito Corleone

04-22-2013, 09:27 AM

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 09:28 AM

FYI that OL Joseph Paul of New Orleans, LA did NOT make it to Austin this weekend. He'll probably make it to campus eventually and there is a lot of talk that Florida is already looking at other OLs knowing Paul's commitment is unlikely to stick.

TheMex

04-22-2013, 10:15 AM

Bad news on the recruiting front according to Orangebloods. They are still trying to confirm it. Any other site reporting something?

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 10:21 AM

Bad news on the recruiting front according to Orangebloods. They are still trying to confirm it. Any other site reporting something?

Haven't seen anything elsewhere. My first guess is a de-commitment.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 10:32 AM

The obvious response is it's Knox. Glad he's doing it early if that's the case.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 10:35 AM

The obvious response is it's Knox. Glad he's doing it early if that's the case.

OL Demetrius Knox is gone.

"I decommitted from Texas. I didn't feel it was the right place for me anymore. I'm a person who likes to travel. I don't like to stay in one place for too long. I have been living in Texas since the seventh grade. I've lived in the north, I've lived in the south. Now it's time for me to pick a coast - California or Florida."

ATX_Horn

04-22-2013, 10:41 AM

OL Demetrius Knox is gone.

"I decommitted from Texas. I didn't feel it was the right place for me anymore. I'm a person who likes to travel. I don't like to stay in one place for too long. I have been living in Texas since the seventh grade. I've lived in the north, I've lived in the south. Now it's time for me to pick a coast - California or Florida."

LOL!! Wow..this kid should just go JUCO so he can transfer after 2 years...better early than late, especially since the writing has been all over the wall with this one.
I guess it's just a matter of time for Gresham to follow or does he start making his own decisions now?

Bloeddyr10

04-22-2013, 10:45 AM

Hmm, we can't say that we didn't see that one coming. But as Floss said, glad he's doing it now. If he really wants to play for a coast team, right now his only options would be UCLA and Florida State. Or those are the only ones to offer him as of now.

ThePop

04-22-2013, 10:52 AM

Mack brown curse will hit him hard. Probably the first decommit I've ever been happy about.

TheMex

04-22-2013, 11:06 AM

The obvious response is it's Knox. Glad he's doing it early if that's the case. lol. We ALL knew it was coming. This sounds more like good news than bad news, get it over now and move on rather than this happening later on. It was inevitable.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 11:10 AM

LOL!! Wow..this kid should just go JUCO so he can transfer after 2 years...better early than late, especially since the writing has been all over the wall with this one.

That whole statement was just a bunch of words. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if the Texas staff told him enough is enough and they just agreed to part ways. I kind of figured it was coming really soon when he used the "lack of transportation" excuse and skipped the spring game right after his visit to Ohio State. I don't see him ending up anywhere other than Alabama or Ohio State after playing the game for several months. I don't think it's a coincidence that Searels went up to Van Alstyne last week to see OL Connor Mayes.

Bloeddyr10

04-22-2013, 11:15 AM

Some guy at Shaggy, said this: "According to 247, Knox decommitted after a conversation with Mack. He asked if he could take visits and remain committed, and Mack said no."

Guess Mack was done with playing games.

Bloeddyr10

04-22-2013, 11:16 AM

That whole statement was just a bunch of words. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if the Texas staff told him enough is enough and they just agreed to part ways. I kind of figured it was coming really soon when he used the "lack of transportation" excuse and skipped the spring game right after his visit to Ohio State. I don't see him ending up anywhere other than Alabama or Ohio State after playing the game for several months. I don't think it's a coincidence that Searels went up to Van Alstyne last week to see OL Connor Mayes.

I highly doubt his going to Alabama. He talked trash about Saban back in January, and I doubt that has changed. He posted something on Twitter last night about visiting UCLA. My money would still be on Ohio State.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 11:17 AM

24/7 saying Knox recently asked Mack if he could stay committed to Texas and take more visits.

Mack declined and here we are. Props to the staff if that's the case.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 11:20 AM

I highly doubt his going to Alabama. He talked trash about Saban back in January, and I doubt that has changed. He posted something on Twitter last night about visiting UCLA. My money would still be on Ohio State.

Alabama can sign a handful of elite guys on the OL and should be able to do better than Knox, so I agree with from that standpoint. His recruitment will be fun to follow now that Texas doesn't have to worry about all of the drama.

ATX_Horn

04-22-2013, 11:23 AM

24/7 saying Knox recently asked Mack if he could stay committed to Texas and take more visits.

Mack declined and here we are. Props to the staff if that's the case.

Excellent! Props to the staff, indeed!

Biily Ray Valentine

04-22-2013, 11:29 AM

24/7 saying Knox recently asked Mack if he could stay committed to Texas and take more visits.

Mack declined and here we are. Props to the staff if that's the case.

Agreed! Which lineman recruit would you most like to see take his spot?

Biily Ray Valentine

04-22-2013, 11:30 AM

Bob Shipley to join staff reporting to Suddes.

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/9199426/bob-shipley-jordan-shipley-father-joins-texas-longhorns-football-analyst?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 11:41 AM

Agreed! Which lineman recruit would you most like to see take his spot?

Knox was likely going to be an interior guy for Texas, so it depends on if they'll use the open space to emphasize tackles or if they want to definitely take another guard. If you're looking interior, I like OG/C Connor Mayes the most right now if you're staying within the state.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzRzdoTalHk

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 12:14 PM

I'm not a college basketball guy, but for those of you who are...the rumor du jour is Cameron Ridley is thinking about leaving now. Barnes might be able to field a team next year but I'm not so sure.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 12:24 PM

Texas offered 2015 DE D'Andre Walker of Fairburn, GA this morning, per 24/7. Expect more OOS names to surface this week.

http://247sports.com/Player/DAndre-Walker-26960

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1715687/#highlights/27652396

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 12:30 PM

Quick quotes from RB/FB Daniel Gresham (24/7):

“With all due respect I’m my own person,” Gresham told Hookem.com via text. “Meech (Demetrius Knox) felt like it was the best choice for him.”

“I’m a Longhorn,” Gresham said. “I’m not going anywhere and I’m solid with my commitment. No more visits.”

the chronic

04-22-2013, 01:36 PM

Frankly I’m shocked everybody is so supportive of Mack’s ‘no-visit’ policy. To me it just subliminally communicates you are scared your commits are going to find something better. To me I tell top recruits, “hey if you wanna look elsewhere you can b/c we offer the most – but if you do look around we will continue to recruit your position.” That statement shows confidence in your program but also gives them a negative consequence of shopping around.

Reality is Mack’s strategy only works on the kids that aren’t that highly recruited to begin with. So great, you keep the borderline offers but the real blue-chips don’t care and it just irks them that you are afraid you don’t stack up to other schools.

You can’t pretend you hold the cards when you don’t.

I feel it just points light towards Mack’s paranoia about everything in the program must always be construed in a positive light. Remember when Mack would only offer kids he knew would commit? Then he talks about how we have highest % of offers commit? Yeah, well you didn’t offer guys that wouldn’t commit so what does that prove? And why does ratio of commits even matter. Really all that matters is pulling in the best group of players you can round up.

the chronic

04-22-2013, 01:45 PM

ps - i know a bunch of highly recruited players in this class and many know about the 'no-visit policy' - and i can assure you it is perceived very negatively by many players (ie - lack of confidence)

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 01:59 PM

Frankly I’m shocked everybody is so supportive of Mack’s ‘no-visit’ policy.

I'm only a fan of it in cases like Knox and the fact that Mack guarantees your scholarship no matter what. You can't tweet pictures of yourself in another team's jersey while committed; you just can't. If you want to be mature and take visits on the low, that's cool. Knox needed to go and I think the staff had grown tired of his antics. Even some rumors out there he was recruiting for some unnamed schools. As far as Mack's policy being viewed negatively by recruits, there is a lot of anti-UT stuff thrown at them all of the time that all circles back to Texas' inability to win big games. That's the biggest question mark right now about the program.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 02:16 PM

Update on DE Jarrett Johnson from 24/7. They seem to think there's a possibility both A&M and Texas have pulled back on his recruitment:

“I’m just trying to keep the inside circle as small as possible and have everybody who actually matters know what I am doing and know what I’m thinking,” Johnson said on Monday afternoon. “The outside world right now, it doesn’t matter at the moment."

“I’m trying to give Texas and (Texas) A&M both equal chances at impressing me,” he said, “so I don’t want to decide too soon and make them feel like – ‘Oh, I’m not worried about you right now because I’m worried about them, so don’t come bother me.’ I’m letting them both have equal chances when it comes to recruiting me."

“[Texas A&M is] still the team to beat. I’ve talked to my parents and, like I said, we’re still waiting to get the word out in the summer but I’m giving UT a chance to come back. I’m just getting to learn more about both schools and I’m going to see what happens.”

“It’s very hard to keep it contained,” he said. “That’s why I don’t feel like waiting but I just respect the decisions of my parents so I’ll just go along with that.”

“The spring game (at A&M) was definitely a big deal,” he said. “They had the largest crowd they’ve ever had for the spring game in history. I liked seeing that support from the fans. The team was more intense than the scrimmage from the weekend before."

“I talked to both coach (Kevin) Sumlin and coach (Terry) Price. They let me know they need a pass rusher. They need someone that can get to the quarterback. I think I could definitely come in – at UT or A&M – and make a difference just because of my speed.”

“I’d say UT is giving me more attention just because I stated that A&M was in the lead,” Johnson said. “Now they’re trying to push a little harder for me. Coach (Oscar) Giles actually came up here last week. He just told me that they need me down there and that coach (Mack) Brown really wants me.”

“It’s really just the fact that they went 11-2 in the SEC their first year,” he said. “That impressed me the most. After that happened they had lots of top recruits come in and they’re all fantastic players and I wouldn’t mind joining that little group.”

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 02:29 PM

Texas has offered another sophomore prospect out of Georgia, per 24/7. 2015 DE Natrez Patrick:

http://247sports.com/Player/Natrez-Patrick-26963

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1706710/#highlights/31375378

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 02:34 PM

Another offer is out according to OrangeBloods, but this time it's 2014. OL/DL Elisha Shaw of Tucker, GA:

http://247sports.com/Player/Elisha-Shaw-22714

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/476190/#highlights/18297428

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 06:00 PM

I don't know who the original source is, but 2015 WR Chad President has been offered. He'll play QB for Temple this year.

TFloss32

04-22-2013, 07:33 PM

Inside Texas reporting a UT staff member will see 2015 WR Kemah Siverand tomorrow. Good chance he's offered.

Bloeddyr10

04-23-2013, 06:12 AM

'15 RB Rawleigh Williams has committed to Ole Miss.

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 08:29 AM

Per 24/7, Texas went to see TE Mavin Saunders of the Houston Kinkaid School yesterday and he has received an invite to campus to meet with Mack. No visit has been set quite yet but he does intend to go. Applewhite is scheduled for a follow-up visit soon to watch Saunders work out. He tweeted this out last night:

Mavin Saunders ‏@Mavin_88
Things just got real interesting ! #blessed (http://www.spurstalk.com/search?q=%23blessed&src=hash)

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 08:53 AM

the chronic

04-23-2013, 11:24 AM

OrangeBloods reporting Texas is still after DE Andrew Williams of McDonough, GA. Giles will be at his track meet this week and Williams has said he's "almost 100% certain" he'll be visiting UT this summer.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1300848/#highlights/41916375

dude has an insane offer list
http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/player-Andrew-Williams-141809

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 12:11 PM

Recruiting notes from 24/7...

-Searels actually made it over to Louisiana briefly last week and saw OL Cameron Robinson. UT gave it their best shot there but he will be choosing between Alabama and LSU. Saban seems to have the lead.

-Searels will spend a lot of time in Georgia this week and he should be the lead recruiter on all of the new offers in that state: DT Elisha Shaw, 2015 DE D'Andre Walker and 2015 DE Natrez Patrick. He is also expected to see DE Lorenzo Carter and RB Nick Chubb this week. Porter will join him in the evaluation of Chubb. Both already hold offers from Texas.

-Porter will be in both California and Florida this week to see the following prospects:

RB, Joe Mixon, Freedom (Oakley, CA) **second visit for UT
http://247sports.com/Player/Joe-Mixon-22521 (http://247sports.com/Player/Joe-Mixon-22521)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/854494/#highlights/28809373 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/854494/#highlights/28809373)

RB, Royce Freeman, Imperial (Imperial, CA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Royce-Freeman-20412 (http://247sports.com/Player/Royce-Freeman-20412)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/522753/#highlights/30542374 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/522753/#highlights/30542374)

RB, Sony Michel, American Heritage (Plantation, FL)
http://247sports.com/Player/Sony-Michel-7504 (http://247sports.com/Player/Sony-Michel-7504)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/91497/#highlights/36976379 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/91497/#highlights/36976379)

2015 RB, Jacques Patrick, Timber Creek (Orlando, FL)
http://247sports.com/Player/Jacques-Patrick-19323 (http://247sports.com/Player/Jacques-Patrick-19323)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/784233/#highlights/23259404 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/784233/#highlights/23259404)

-Davis will be in Mississippi looking for potential JUCO prospects. One name to file away is JUCO OT Avery Gennesy of East Mississippi CC (same school as DT Brandon Moore). Texas has not offered yet but it's a possibility.

-Wyatt will be in the Houston area today to see 2015 WR Kemah Siverand and he could be offered. He was in Mount Pleasant yesterday to see 2015 WR KD Cannon.

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 12:16 PM

New Sports Illustrated cover with Durant:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BIjMV_VCcAEmtBb.jpg

benefactor

04-23-2013, 12:18 PM

Eh...sorry Kevin...barring an injury to Lebron you will very likely be second again.

the chronic

04-23-2013, 12:44 PM

Eh...sorry Kevin...barring an injury to Lebron you will very likely be second again.

i wish my big problem in life was being 2nd best b-ball player on the planet.

benefactor

04-23-2013, 01:04 PM

Heh...no shit.

ThePop

04-23-2013, 02:52 PM

We all know it's a matter of when and not if for Daniel Gresham's decommittment. Just a simple glance at his twitter will show that he is obsessed with Ole Mi$$. So when he does commit, expect him to go there. Honestly though I wouldn't be surprised if he and Knox both end up at tOSU though, despite the crap they tell the media.

TheMex

04-23-2013, 03:06 PM

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 04:14 PM

DE Michael Smith of Northwestern HS in Miami is now claming a Texas offer, per OrangeBloods. His high school coach tweeted the news earlier.

http://247sports.com/Player/Mike-Smith-29096

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2334571/#highlights/38089415

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 04:17 PM

You knew it was coming eventually. Per 24/7, Texas has offered a FRESHMAN: 2016 OT Ben Cleveland of Toccoa, GA. He's 6-7 / 325.

http://247sports.com/Player/Ben-Cleveland-26703

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 04:31 PM

Quotes from DE Andrew Williams of McDonough, GA (OrangeBloods):

"They (Texas) said were coming to visit me during my track meet this Saturday. Coach Giles is coming," Williams said. "My coach talked to him (on Monday) and then I had the opportunity to talk to him a little bit."

"We talked about a visit coming up, about it being one of my potential visits that I would love to take this summer."

"At this point, I don't have an official top 10. But the visit this summer, it will decide if I'm really, truly interested in them," Williams said. "I want them in my top group, but I want to see everything they've got first."

"None of the past recruits at our school had a Texas offer, and we've had some pretty big recruits," Williams said. "That definitely speaks volumes that they came at me so early, so that has to factor in."

"I followed Brian Orakpo all through his college career. That's what drew me to Texas, that's what got me excited when they had an interest in me," Williams said. "All their D-ends aren't that big when they come there, but when they leave they're monsters. That's always amazed me. And Brian Orakpo is one of the best defensive ends in the NFL right now."

TFloss32

04-23-2013, 05:11 PM

OrangeBloods reporting the Travis County DA will not pursue felony charges against WR Cayleb Jones after he broke the jaw of a UT tennis player.

TFloss32

04-24-2013, 11:07 AM

24/7 reporting 2015 WR Kemah Siverand of Cy-Ridge was instructed to call Mack after Wyatt visited yesterday. Good chance an offer is coming but the two haven't spoken yet.

TFloss32

04-24-2013, 11:07 AM

OL Connor Mayes and WR Trey Quinn have been named Army All-Americans.

TFloss32

04-24-2013, 11:08 AM

S Arrion Springs picked up his coveted Miami offer yesterday.

TFloss32

04-24-2013, 12:25 PM

Per 24/7, Texas has offered 2015 OT Mitch Hyatt out of Suwanee, GA.

http://247sports.com/Player/Mitch-Hyatt-23728

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1401204/#highlights/36482451

TFloss32

04-25-2013, 08:25 AM

Inside Texas reporting CB Darrion Johnson will be transferring to Navasota.

TFloss32

04-25-2013, 08:27 AM

Update on the recruitment of 2015 RB Soso Jamabo (24/7):

“It was a nice experience to go down to Austin and see how it was,” Jamabo said. “My family enjoyed it and meeting all of the coaches was awesome.”

“Yes, I definitely did,” Jamabo said. “All of the pictures I took – there were some beautiful pictures with the cheerleaders. And the locker room, and of the coaches, and me in my jersey. It was just awesome overall.”

“It definitely helped a lot,” Jamabo said. “Seeing what Austin has to offer and seeing how Austin was put them a lot higher on my chart than they were before.”

TFloss32

04-25-2013, 08:31 AM

Quotes from 2015 RB/ATH Chris Warren of Rockwall (24/7):

“I didn't know that,” Warren said. “That makes me feel good that they've only offered two backs and I'm one of them. That changes things for me a little bit.”

“It was good (the trip to Austin),” Warren said. “It was a spring game. Nothing too exciting but I thought the offense looked really explosive.”

“I'm getting to know the coaches better,” Warren said. “I can say that the relationship is evolving. It'll just take some time for that relationship to get better, but when I've been down there and I've talked to the coaches it's been good.”

The Reckoning

04-25-2013, 11:12 PM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s480x480/310765_408967629201250_1468050735_n.jpg

jgome21

04-26-2013, 12:56 PM

http://i.imgur.com/02Ecd.jpg

The Reckoning

04-26-2013, 06:44 PM

lol your avatar reminded me to check blake gideon's wiki page...brutal haha.

"On November 8, 2008 Blake Gideon dropped a guaranteed interception versus the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the 4th quarter. The Longhorns were the #1 team in the country while Texas Tech was ranked 7th. With 8 seconds left in the game, and Texas winning by a score of 33-32, Graham Harrell's pass was deflected in the air and slowly fell into Blake Gideon's arms and immediately dropped the would be game ending interception. Graham Harrell then threw a TD pass to Michael Crabtree to win the game and ruin the Longhorn's chances of going to the National Championship game."

that's all it says under college career for the most part :lol

[edit (http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Blake_Gideon&action=edit&section=3&editintro=Template:BLP_editintro)]

TheMex

04-29-2013, 03:49 PM

QB/WR 2015 Chad President commits to Baylor. This one will hurt in the long run a la Robbie Rhodes imo.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 07:50 PM

A recap of the NFL Draft as it relates to UT in case anyone missed anything:

-S Kenny Vaccaro went in the first round (#15 overall) to the New Orleans Saints.

-WR Marquise Goodwin went in the third round (#78 overall) to the Buffalo Bills.

-DE Alex Okafor went in the fourth round (#104 overall) to the Arizona Cardinals.

-former UT WR Dan Buckner went undrafted and signed a free agent deal with the Arizona Cardinals.

-RB DJ Monroe went undrafted and signed with the Tampa Bay Bucs.

-DT Brandon Moore went undrafted (as expected) and signed a free agent deal with the San Diego Chargers.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 07:53 PM

QB/WR 2015 Chad President commits to Baylor. This one will hurt in the long run a la Robbie Rhodes imo.

That sucks but luckily Texas is in a great spot with 2015 WR DaMarkus Lodge and 2015 WR Kemah Siverand.

Briles apparently is pretty close with Temple's head coach and may be selling President on the idea that he can play QB in college.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 07:54 PM

http://i.imgur.com/02Ecd.jpg

Wish I could argue with this. Mack has no excuses this time around but I don't envision 2013 being a year to remember.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 07:55 PM

According to OrangeBloods, Texas is scheduled to see RB Darrell Williams of Marrero, LA tomorrow. An offer could be extended at that time.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:04 PM

Quick quote from S Arrion Springs on his recruitment (24/7):

“If the bowl bans are serious then it could change things,” Springs said. “Other than that I'm pretty set on Miami and Oregon.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:07 PM

Quotes from the father of WR Armanti Foreman and RB D'Onta Foreman of Texas City (24/7):

“We’ve been to Texas a lot lately. I mean a lot. More than any other school actually,” Mr. Foreman said. “So if we don’t head there anytime soon it’s not because he doesn’t like Texas and it’s not meant to be disrespectful to the coaches. We’ve probably seen everything there is to see. We’ve done it all there multiple times, so we want to get a feel for the other places that the boys haven’t visited. It’s no disrespect at all. Armanti and D’Onta just would like to feel out the other schools, too.”

“Honestly I’m not sure if Texas really likes D’Onta like some other schools do,” he said. “That’s fine if they don’t. I don’t believe they’re that interested in him, but that’s ok. I don’t want them to offer D’Onta, whether it is a regular offer or grayshirt offer, if they’re doing it just to get Armanti and D’Onta is part of a package type deal. I want him to go where he’s truly wanted and so does he.”

“The odds of them wanting to play together are 100-percent,” Mr. Foreman said. “The odds of them actually getting to do so are more like 70/30. A 70-percent chance of not doing so, and that’s fine. Sure, they'd like to play together, but they’ve come to the realization that it may not happen how they want."

“As for me, I’d love for my sons to play together, but if it doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen,” he added. “We’ll just have to see how everything works out for them, but they just want what’s best for each other and I feel the same."

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:12 PM

The latest with Plano West RB Auston Anderson (24/7):

“It sounds like a great place and I’m ready to see it, but it will be a while before that happens,” Anderson said. “I’m trying to find out more information on them before I head down to Austin.”

“I haven’t had a chance to speak with them (Jackson Jeffcoat and Bryce Cottrell) just yet, but I plan on it,” Anderson said. “I’m going to talk to Bryce real soon and see why he chose Texas over the school he was originally committed to (Oregon). I’d like to talk to both of them about it.”

“Soso (Jamabo) has told me about how fun it was down there,” Anderson said. “He told me about the players and coaches, along with how nice the facilities are.”

“We think it would definitely be cool to play together,” Anderson said. “At the same time, though, we realize that we each have to make the decision based on what’s best for us individually.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:16 PM

Quotes from 2015 WR Kemah Siverand of Cypress Ridge (24/7):

"Texas stopped by my school on Tuesday," Siverand said. "They talked to my coaches and had a lot of positive things to say. They really, really like my skill as a player."

"From what I understand, there's a good chance it (an offer) could happen," Siverand said. "The Texas coach told my coach that they will make a decision very soon regarding that."

“I’m looking forward to our conversation though,” Siverand said. “I’ve tried to get a hold of him (Mack Brown), but we have not connected yet. I’m hoping he has some great news for me or that the coaches that come next week have some great news for me.”

“Texas is a great place to be,” he said. “When I went there in March (for the Texas Relays), I was very, very impressed. That trip stood out a lot to me. It opened my eyes to a lot of things and I could really see myself playing there and being a Longhorn. I really liked the coaches, the players, facilities and campus. Like I said, it’s a good place. I wouldn’t mind playing for them at all.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:18 PM

And probably the last quotes we'll see from OL Demetrius Knox (24/7):

“For me, they (Texas) are completely out of it,” he said. “I’m not interested in them now. I won’t visit there anymore or be considering them anymore. I will always have love for Texas though.”

“Since this all happened everyone has been hitting me up like crazy,” Knox said. “Everyone is hitting me up. I have one ear on my recruiting and the other is on my studies and workouts. But I’m open to everyone. I’m wide open. There are no favorites and no top schools. I have no visits planned or anything. I’m just going to take it slow.”

“I’m trying to see everywhere,” he said. “I’ll narrow it down whenever it feels right. I’m not trying to rush anything. I’ll take my officials and then go from there. I want to check out different schools and their coaching staffs, their city and lifestyle. That’s what it will come down to for me. That and if I feel like the team is on the right track to win a national championship.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:29 PM

Per 24/7, Texas was at Navarro JC this morning to see JUCO OL Carter Wall. He attended TCU at the beginning of his career and will have two years of eligibility remaining. Loves A&M but they haven't offered yet.

http://247sports.com/Player/Carter-Wall-1963

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:40 PM

Update on DE Mike Smith of Miami, FL after receiving a Texas offer last week (HornsNation):

“I didn’t have any idea that they were looking at me,” he said. “I was told Texas never comes this way to look for kids.”

“I know a little about Texas,” he said. “I always watch them. I really watched them this past season and loved the way the defense flew around and made plays.”

“I am really going to take them serious,” he said. “It’s a big program and I know they put guys in the league. I’m really trying to find a place that I can develop my skills and turn into an NFL caliber type of player.”

“I wouldn’t have an issue leaving Miami as long as the college that I go to is a home away from home,” he said. “I don’t want to feel homesick. I also want to be able to get a good education. I want to get a good degree and want my college to be able to help me find a job after college.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:44 PM

More on TE Mavin Saunders of the Houston Kinkaid School (HornsNation):

“They (Texas) are really interested in me,” Saunders said. “They haven’t offered me. I’m not sure what the conversation with my coach was. But they seem really interested and I hope that can turn into something else.”

“I know Austin, I know people that go there and know it’s a good school,” he said. “All the sports are big-time. It’s always been my top school when they would ask where I would want to go. I’d never tell anyone that until now.”

“A lot of people are asking how interested they are,” he said. “A lot of people know that is the school I want to go to.”

“It’s been crazy. I told someone today, the goal when I went out for football was, you know, I enjoyed the games and wanted to go out for the fun of it,” Saunders said. “I had offers in basketball so if it didn’t work out I could always fall back on basketball."

“Now it is overwhelming. All these coaches are contacting me in many different ways. Now that they can talk to me it is hectic. I appreciate it though. It’s better for it to be like this than not have any interest. It’s been really crazy. My coach told me it was going to get crazy but I don’t know if he was talking this type of crazy. It’s been shocking.”

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 08:47 PM

Quotes from OL Connor Mayes of Van Alstyne (HornsNation). He should camp at UT in June assuming he's not committed at that time:

“A couple coaches came by last week,” Mayes said. “Coach Searels came by and wanted to say hi, and coach [Randy] Clements from Baylor came to watch me work out.”

“Texas is awesome. They have a great program and I love all those coaches there,” he said. “An offer from them would be pretty big. I’d also have to evaluate them again, though, because they’re pretty slow with recruiting me right now.”

“I’ve got a few offers and the Big 12 schools started recruited me pretty hard recently,” he said. “I’m starting to get a couple looks from schools like Auburn and LSU.”

“I know we have family who loves A&M, and Texas is a huge opportunity that’s hard to pass up,” Mayes said.

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 09:33 PM

Inside Texas reporting Akina and Davis will be checking on 2015 S Johnny Shaw tomorrow.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1570690/highlights/48025375

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 10:08 PM

I'll leave this here for everyone that's been following Texas' struggle against Gov. Perry. Forward it along:

http://www.wakeuplonghorns.com/

TFloss32

04-29-2013, 10:18 PM

TheMex

04-29-2013, 11:13 PM

Thanks Floss!! I was wondering if you were dead lol

I'll leave this here for everyone that's been following Texas' struggle against Gov. Perry. Forward it along:

http://www.wakeuplonghorns.com/

to be honest, I really dislike this video. It says nothing and is very misguiding, hopefully it will raise some awareness. The morbid A&M song is disgusting.

The Reckoning

04-30-2013, 01:16 AM

well he is an aggie.

The Reckoning

04-30-2013, 01:20 AM

but i agree the site is about as uninformative as it gets

TFloss32

04-30-2013, 08:24 AM

Thanks Floss!! I was wondering if you were dead lol

I was actually in Austin over the weekend and couldn't post. Then I got back home to SA and my Internet was painfully slow.

to be honest, I really dislike this video. It says nothing and is very misguiding, hopefully it will raise some awareness. The morbid A&M song is disgusting.

I agree it lacks information but it seemed like an easy way to contact those involved. Everyone is always asking who to write.

TFloss32

04-30-2013, 08:26 AM

Rumor on Rivals that RB Nathan Starks of Las Vegas, NV has been expelled from school.

I think someone on here asked about where Texas stood with him a while back. Possibly a reason why there hasn't been much contact.

It's true. Harsh transfer rules in Nevada means he'll have to go to another state if he wants to play his senior year.

http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/apr/29/gormans-nate-starks/

TheMex

04-30-2013, 12:33 PM

It's true. Harsh transfer rules in Nevada means he'll have to go to another state if he wants to play his senior year. http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/apr/29/gormans-nate-starks/ I do not wish anything bad on these kids but in a way this is good news for Texas since he is consider an OU lean.

TFloss32

04-30-2013, 02:03 PM

Update on LB Dillon Bates of Ponte Vedra, FL. Quotes from him and his father, Bill (HornsNation):

“Growing up in Texas, I always grew up a fan of Texas football,” he said. “It’s just always been a program that I am interested in. It’s a school that I am interested in visiting and looking more into. We will before the summer or later this summer.”

“When we sit down and talk about it, he’s always told me to go where I feel I am most comfortable,” Bates said. “Growing up in Tennessee there is always that pull to go there. But he tells me not to listen to that and to go where I think I best fit in and will feel comfortable going for the next three to four to five years.”

“Our Saturdays are just crazy,” Bill Bates said. “We have a year off right now. We are going to enjoy it while it lasts.”

“He grew up in Dallas. He was born there and so all of his buddies are just Longhorn crazy,” Bill Bates said. “He grew up with all the kids being Longhorns so he was just around it all the time. That’s the main thing. Obviously the coaches are great and there is a great history there, too.”

TFloss32

05-01-2013, 01:48 PM

The latest with OL Jovan Pruitt of Dallas Bishop Dunne who has still not made a visit to UT (OrangeBloods):

"They (Texas coaches) just shake my hand when they come, talk to my coach about their school, how things are down there," Pruitt said. "They can't do much talking, so they just tell me they're interested in me."

"I'm sure we'll get down there soon, but right now I can't make it. I talked to coach (Bruce) Chambers about it. I'll most likely get back down there this summer for one of their camps," Pruitt said.

"I don't really have any leaders. People try reading into because I talk to some schools more," Pruitt said. "But I still want to talk to more schools, see what they're about."

"I'm not in a hurry. I don't want to rush into any bad decisions. This is a really big decision, so I don't want to make any mistakes," Pruitt said.

"They're definitely high up there, in my top five, top 10. I don't have it numbered out, but I do like Texas," Pruitt said. "They did (verbally) offer me after I went down there for their summer camp last year. I like the environment down there. And the coaches, coach (Stacy) Searels, they have really cool coaches. And it's top quality education."

TFloss32

05-01-2013, 01:52 PM

Quotes from OL Ty Barrett of Dallas Skyline (OrangeBloods):

"We're just now getting started with spring football. I don't know who all has come so far. I know on Friday SMU came. Southern Illinois was out there. Texas Tech and Kentucky (came). Texas came about a week ago, coach (Bruce) Chambers and coach (Manny) Diaz."

"They just talk to my coach since they can't talk to us. I know they were out there watching multiple people."

"I'm still wide open right now. I'm waiting for spring to be over before narrowing things down," Barrett said. "On may 24th or 25th I'm probably going to have my top five. I'm letting all the coaches come through first."

"When I talk to them, they just tell me to stay patient with them," Barrett said. "I'm not sure if offer is coming, If it does it does, if it doesn't it doesn't and I'll have to move on. But it's a good program."

"I really want to improve on everything. There's nothing that can't get improvement," Barrett said. "I want our whole offense to get going a little bit more. We have new quarterback, new wide receivers, it's time to get the offense going. We're kind of young on the o-line, so I'm ready to be a leader for those guys."

"I know a lot about Texas because I've been down there multiple times. It's a great program, not far from home," Barrett said. "Coach (Stacy) Searels is a really good coach. It's really family-oriented there. When I went to the junior day met all the coaches' wives."

Sisk

05-01-2013, 02:13 PM

but i agree the site is about as uninformative as it gets

It also got the story wrong. Texas A&M was formed in 1876. Texas was formed in 1883.

There are a large number of Aggies that disagree with Perry on this issue from what I've read.

rjv

05-01-2013, 03:37 PM

It also got the story wrong. Texas A&M was formed in 1876. Texas was formed in 1883.

There are a large number of Aggies that disagree with Perry on this issue from what I've read.

there are a lot of ags who disagree with perry on a lot of things

Sisk

05-01-2013, 04:39 PM

there are a lot of ags who disagree with perry on a lot of things

True.

TFloss32

05-01-2013, 04:50 PM

Akina and Searels saw 2015 S Justin Dunning of Whitehouse this week. Quotes from him (24/7):

“Texas stopped by to check me out at school,” Dunning said. “It was the defensive backs coach, Coach (Duane) Akina and the offensive line coach, Coach (Stacey) Searels.”

“They did give me a camp brochure for this summer,” Dunning said. “Coach Akina told my coach that he really liked what he saw from me yesterday. He said he is going to go back to Texas and tell Coach (Mack) Brown and (Patrick) Suddes that he liked me a lot.”

“They told my coach that I should expect to get a bunch of offers real soon with spring ball starting up,” said Dunning. “They sort of hinted to my coach about offering me down the line. Coach Akina told my coach that they really liked me, (Larry) Pryor and Deionte (Thompson) for defensive backs in 2015.”

“They did discuss other options for me,” he said. “They told my coach that I might be a linebacker if I continue to grow. They also said due to my athleticism, I could easily be a wide receiver at the next level. I’m a football player. I’m going to ball where ever I end up playing. I don’t care where I play, I just want to play.”

“I don’t have any favorites just yet,” explained Dunning. “But I’m looking at Texas Tech quite a bit. They’ve offered me and are recruiting me the hardest. I’m also planning on seeing more of Baylor, Texas A&M, Oklahoma LSU and, of course, Texas.”

“Right now Texas isn’t as high as they used to be, but I still like them. If they did end up offering me, it would probably change things for me.”

TFloss32

05-01-2013, 04:54 PM

Update on 2015 CB Kendall Sheffield of Fort Bend Marshall (24/7):

“Right now Texas, Texas A&M, LSU Oklahoma and Baylor are standing out to me,” Sheffield said. “That’s in no specific order though. I have offers from all five and like them all. They’re all good schools.”

“(Defensive backs) Coach Akina is a great coach. I really like his money wall. He’s put a lot of guys in the NFL while there at Texas and that is exciting. I like that a lot. It stands out to me that they put quality DBs in the league.”

“I like Coach (Marcel) Yates a lot. He actually came to my school yesterday. He and Coach (Clarence) McKinney are both good guys. I really like their facilities (at A&M), too.”

“The main thing I like about them (LSU) is that they’re known for putting defensive backs in the NFL and that they have a great DB coach.”

“Oklahoma is a really good school when it comes to football. Plus I like Coach (Bob) Stoops a lot and think he’s a good coach.”

“They (Baylor) are a program on the rise. They have a good defensive backs coach. I’m looking forward to visiting them this summer to learn more about them.”

“The thing that is most important me when making my decision will be academics,” said Sheffield. “That’s the biggest deal. Besides that, I want a defense that really fits me. I want one that really uses my abilities as a player the best. The other thing is coaching, that’s important as well. I want great coaches.”

“I have no clue when I would like to even make one (a commitment),” he said. “My recruitment will probably play out for a while. I want to be sure of my choice when I make it. I just don’t know when I want to do that.”

TFloss32

05-01-2013, 05:00 PM

2015 S Deionte Thompson of West Orange-Stark reviews his visit to Alabama for their spring game (HornsNation):

"It was great," said Thompson, who competed in the Texas Class 3A Region III track and field championships with his West Orange-Stark teammates over the weekend. "Tony Brown came with me. We talked to a lot of other recruits, two of the other commits from the Class of 2015. We watched the game, saw some stuff where they need to improve on and what they're good at, so it was a great time going out there and having fun."

"There were so many people there," Thompson said. "I went to Texas' spring game and [Alabama's] had twice the people there. It was just a great time, the crowd loved the game, everybody loved it."

"They were just telling me that they can use me in a couple years and that they're going to be low at the safety spot, so I can come right in and get a fair share of playing time," Thompson said.

"Coach [Bo] Davis at Texas has been on me pretty hard," Thompson said. "I talk to him a lot. And Coach [Terry] Price at Texas A&M, he's been hitting me up."

"Texas and Alabama, for sure," Thompson said. "And some other camps hopefully."

TFloss32

05-03-2013, 09:47 AM

TFloss32

05-03-2013, 10:07 AM

Akina stopped by Stephenville this week and invited S Mookie Carlile to the June summer camp, according to 24/7.

http://247sports.com/Player/Mookie-Carlile-25152

TFloss32

05-03-2013, 10:11 AM

Quotes from DE Andrew Williams of McDonough, GA (HornsNation):

“At this point my family and I are trying to make a top 10 so we can shorten down our list,” he said. “I don’t want to prolong any relationships with coaches that I’m not going to visit. It’s going to happen very soon.”

“Oh absolutely, Coach [Stacy] Searels came by on [April 25],” Williams said. “We couldn’t talk very much but it was great seeing him and Coach [Oscar] Giles. They told me, which really surprised me, that I was their No. 1 DE. It didn’t register with me. Texas has a lot of great athletes. Our relationship has grown a lot this year so that was great.”

“Absolutely that is huge,” Williams said. “The fact that they came all the way to Georgia to tell me I was their No. 1 defensive end really speaks volumes. Texas is definitely one of the schools that I want to visit this summer.”

“A school like Texas, what got me interested in them, without knowing anything about the school, was when Coach Giles and Coach Searels put themselves in the school,” Williams said. “That really caught my eye and makes me want to visit them.”

TFloss32

05-03-2013, 10:25 AM

Quote from 2016 RB Kameron Martin of Port Arthur Memorial (high school of Jamaal Charles). He's a name to remember:

“I hate to say this but if Texas ever offered me a scholarship I’m going to commit,” Martin said. “Nobody that I ever talked to ever knew that I liked Texas. My whole room is Texas. My room is painted orange. I have two banners up, Jamal Charles’ signature. Everything in my room is Texas.”

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1399172/#highlights/38244375

the chronic

05-03-2013, 10:40 AM

Not anything to brag about, but a picture of the Alamo Bowl rings...

http://l.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/VgI.mU2jdH0tPHW8ssQRXg--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NTt3PTYzMA--/http://media.zenfs.com/en/blogs/sptusncaafexperts/texasringsresize.jpg

Embarrassing. This article says it best.
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/mack-brown-hands-rings-players-winning-alamo-bowl-133638030.html

Bloeddyr10

05-03-2013, 01:16 PM

'14 LB Zach Whitley of North Shore has committed to Alabama.

DesignatedT

05-03-2013, 06:05 PM

Ouch. With Whitley off the board I'd expect A&M to offer LB Josh Mabin (http://rivals.yahoo.com/texas/football/recruiting/player-Josh-Mabin-135479) from Klein Oak in the near future.

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 08:22 AM

Texas has officialy offered RB Joe Mixon of Oakley, CA:

http://247sports.com/Player/Joe-Mixon-22521

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/854494/#highlights/28809373

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 08:30 AM

Per OrangeBloods, Applewhite was in Round Rock on Friday to see Kansas State commit, OL Robert Castaneda.

http://247sports.com/Player/Robert-Castaneda-20732

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/502932/#highlights/2679408

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 08:50 AM

Quotes from S Mookie Carlile of Stephenville (24/7):

“I sent out my highlight film to Texas in January,” Carlile said. “Then I got an invite to a spring practice in the mail in February. A couple of days before I planned on going to a practice, I messaged Coach (Duane) Akina on Facebook to let him know I was coming. He then told me to call him and he invited to go to their Sophomore/Junior Day.”

“It was awesome,” he said. “Texas has always been my favorite team since I was little, so getting to check everything out and getting to talk with Coach Akina and Coach (Manny) Diaz was really cool.”

“They like to have a good time, but when it’s time to get after it, they are really intense,” Carlile said. “Coach Akina is a great motivator. It always seemed like the defensive backs were having a great time just practicing.”

“Coach Akina said that I’m definitely on his radar,” Carlile said. “He told me that on his trip to Dallas-Fort Worth he’s going to stop by Stephenville and watch me practice. He also invited me to go to the June 2 minicamp this summer, which I plan on attending. Since I went (to junior day), we keep in touch every week or so.”

“Texas is definitely my favorite school,” Carlile said. “They’re up top. I like Texas Tech and Oklahoma State a lot too.”

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 09:48 AM

Dennis Dodd ‏@dennisdoddcbs 1h
Texas baseball is last in the Big 12. Dogs and cats are also living together.

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 10:42 AM

Another offer has gone out to a 2015 prospect, per 24/7. Name to come soon.

TFloss32

05-06-2013, 01:46 PM

According to OrangeBloods, OL Blake Blackmar of Houston Clear Lake is scheduled to meet with the staff this weekend while he's in town for the state track meet. He is a UT legacy as his father played for the Horns in the 80s.

http://247sports.com/Player/Blake-Blackmar-13595

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/516075/#highlights/39034380

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 11:36 AM

Quotes from OL Blake Blackmar of Houston Clear Lake (OrangeBloods):

"I guess it was last Tuesday. There was a bunch of coaches there at our practice. The TCU coach was out there. I had gone up there for a visit and he went and talked to my dad," Blackmar said. "When he left all other coaches came over and talked to my dad."

"Coach Porter from Texas talked to my dad for a long time. He invited me to come up and meet with coach (Stacy) Searels. I'm going to cal him tomorrow and he's going to tell me what the schedule is going to be. I'm going to go talk to Searels, meet with them in their office and see what's up."

"I guess talking to my dad, they really want me to come up and meet with coach Searels, kind of re-establish contact," Blackmar said.

"Growing up, I was a huge UT fan. I've got the UT shirts, all that stuff because my dad went there," Blackmar said. "I thought they were the greatest thing on earth. Now that I'm getting into the recruiting process and I've got offers, I've been to other schools and seen things I like. If Texas offered, I wouldn't commit right away. I'd probably stick with my plan and kind of wait, go through spring ball and get into summer and make my decision sometime in the summer."

"Academics are going to be a big topic in my family. I've got three uncles who are all engineers. My dad is an engineer. I have three grandparents who are doctors, two of them went to Harvard. So academics are a big deal in my family," Blackmar said. "But I want to go somewhere we're going to win and compete, and there's a good overall feeling, good fan support."

"I also pay close attention to the weight program because that's someone you're going to spend a ton of time with. And I also pay really close attention to the potential to play early. I like to look at that a lot because I do want to play as much as possible."

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 11:39 AM

According to OrangeBloods, Texas was by Lufkin yesterday to see DT DJ Williams. He's a guy that could receive an offer this summer if he finishes the school year strong. He will be attending one of the June summer camps.

http://247sports.com/Player/DJ-Williams-28281

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/617181/#highlights/44406380

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 11:47 AM

Minor update on LB/S Edwin Freeman of Arlington Bowie, per 24/7...he's moved his decision date back a bit from late spring to summer. He's also revised his Top 3 to Texas, TCU and Texas A&M (in that order). Despite him listing Texas has his #1 for a few weeks now, most analysts believe TCU is the team to beat as they recently hired his former head coach. Sounds like UT is recruiting him the hardest right now.

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 11:51 AM

Tampa Bay has already waived DJ Monroe.

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 12:00 PM

A new JUCO name to remember is WR D'haquille Williams of Mississippi Gulf Coast CC. This guy has been talked about for a while but it was unclear if Texas had offered a scholarship, but it's definitely legit at this point. 24/7 has this guy rated at a 100 (out of a possible 100) and certain people think he's so good that he could go straight to the NFL Draft next year instead of signing with a major D1 program. He's originally from Reserve, LA.

http://247sports.com/Player/Dhaquille-Williams-8133

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXLEZcYS5g8

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1756864/#highlights/18730383

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 12:04 PM

Quotes from the coaches of JUCO WR D'haquille Williams (24/7):

“I believe he’s talked to every school in the country at some point,” Mississippi Gulf Coast assistant coach Pete Bennett said.

”I wouldn’t even know where to begin listing them all off. Texas, LSU, Auburn, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Tennessee, Arkansas, Texas A&M and Oklahoma State are some off the top of my head that have shown recent interest or ones that have offered.”

“Three he has mentioned to me that he likes a lot are Auburn, Southern California and the University of Texas,” Bennett told Hookem.com. “I know a lot of people think that because he’s from Louisiana that he’s a lock to go to LSU, but that’s not the case judging from what he told me. He said that he likes Auburn a lot since they really recruited him first, along with the other two, USC and UT. Those are probably the three he’s mentioned the most consistently to myself.”

“I want to say it was about three or four weeks ago when they (Texas) officially offered,” said Bennett. “I can’t remember when exactly it was, but it was that time frame. They’ve recruited him well recently and have sent a lot of letters. Probably just as much mail as any other program you can imagine. You can see they’ve made a big impression on him in such a short time, especially with him listing Texas in those three schools mentioned.”

“D’haquille wants to go to a place where he feels like play right away,” Bennett said. “He’s a two-for-two (two years to play two) guy, so he doesn’t have a lot to time to sit and figure things out. Honestly, athletically and talent wise, he's it. He’s the type of kid who could stay one year in college and leave for the draft the following year. So getting on the field for him is very important.”

“Basically he’ll look at teams and study their wide receiver depth chart closely,” Bennett said. “He’ll see how he fits in that offense and see where he can get on field as quick as possible in an offensive style he likes. He wants to go to a play where they throw the ball a lot, which is why those three schools he listed are right there for him. Auburn will be airing it out, I know Texas will be this year and USC always does as well. That’s why he likes them. They’re big time programs for a big time receiver.”

Bloeddyr10

05-07-2013, 01:00 PM

HornsNation reports that RB Adam Choice of Thomas County Central (Ga.) has received an offer. He is first-cousin to Buffalo Bills RB Tashard Choice.

A visit seems very likely.

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 02:02 PM

HornsNation reports that RB Adam Choice of Thomas County Central (Ga.) has received an offer. He is first-cousin to Buffalo Bills RB Tashard Choice.

A visit seems very likely.

I like him the most of all the out-of-state RB prospects (other than Fournette, of course):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzFYXbYSgco

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 05:18 PM

I don't know if anything is official, but the news feed on 24/7 says Texas has offered 2015 ATH KeKe Coutee of Lufkin. He was told back in March that he basically had an offer at DB if he wanted it, so I don't know what position this could be for. He does prefer WR.

http://247sports.com/Player/KeKe-Coutee-28090

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 05:21 PM

Also from 24/7, a new name will be in town this weekend because of the state track meet. WR Elton Dyer of South Houston is scheduled to meet with the coaches either Friday or Saturday. He hasn't received much attention at all because basketball is his first love and he's not participating in spring ball in order to focus on track. Sounds like Texas is extremely interested and could extend an offer this weekend. Porter was by his school recently and made it known that the staff wanted him on campus soon.

http://247sports.com/Player/Elton-Dyer-28563

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/838014/#highlights/23314420

ThePop

05-07-2013, 05:32 PM

So many new names, idk who any of these guys are.

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 05:33 PM

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 05:33 PM

TFloss32

05-07-2013, 05:34 PM

So many new names, idk who any of these guys are.

I'll have to do a post on offers and targets. Lots of new names with Texas offering sophomores now.

TFloss32

05-08-2013, 11:31 AM

Some film to check out...

WR, Elton Dyer, South Houston
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHTtw2Di1WI

S, Mookie Carlile, Stephenville
http://youtube.googleapis.com/v/rnOhyaRxk2k?ytsession=nCvAuyY1yezV5uvEfxjAw1TVrm8X _npZa4DbMzUoksUSr9leNh6Qz9ZdnKbX44Idh6kGymN9viU46G o3emHzO11_D80BL2zj2_HRmkU7_1_2j1HXWUGaEoazJcAasrjL q8hVwiGj8m4UYLLMonNgdg

TFloss32

05-08-2013, 11:41 AM

A couple of updates from 24/7...

-it sounds like it's now a matter of "when" and not "if" for RB/FB Daniel Gresham to de-commit from Texas. The new question appears to be whether he'll de-commit on his own or if the Texas staff will eventually force his hand. He's apparently not happy about the possibility of being a fullback hybrid and he's uncomfortable with Porter continuing to recruit elite RBs from across the country. Gresham is still talking to other schools as he was before despite saying publicly he's solid to UT.

-the newest 2015 offer went to ATH KeKe Coutee of Lufkin yesterday when Davis was in town visiting. The offer is at WR even though 24/7 thought it was for CB yesterday. Davis also evaluated DT DJ Williams and he'll be camping in Austin this summer. He probably has an offer right now if it weren't for his grades.

-another 2015 name to get familiar with is RB Jay Bradford of Splendora. He's a lesser-known name that seems to be blowing up during the spring evaluation period and he will be in Austin this weekend for the state track meet. He's expected to meet with the staff at some point. See his film below:

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1750901/#highlights/47075382

TFloss32

05-08-2013, 12:14 PM

@KennyVaccaro4
Bout to take momma house shoppin..

TFloss32

05-08-2013, 12:15 PM

Construction plans unveiled for UT's new medical school (aka The Dell Medical School):

http://www.utsystem.edu/news/2013/05/08/dell-medical-school-construction-plans-unveiled

rjv

05-08-2013, 01:15 PM

Construction plans unveiled for UT's new medical school (aka The Dell Medical School):

http://www.utsystem.edu/news/2013/05/08/dell-medical-school-construction-plans-unveiled

a medical school is long overdue for austin although i think it is a mistake to place it on campus. a medical school should always be the epicenter for a medical research area. that is, one should be able to build other hospitals and research facilities around the school.

leemajors

05-08-2013, 03:03 PM

a medical school is long overdue for austin although i think it is a mistake to place it on campus. a medical school should always be the epicenter for a medical research area. that is, one should be able to build other hospitals and research facilities around the school.

yeah it probably should be on the other side of 35 or something, there is even a hospital 10 blocks north of there on 35 already. tho if it does result in that POS Frank Erwin center going bye bye that is a plus

ColinB

05-08-2013, 03:15 PM

They should demolish the Erwin Center to make more room.

ThePop

05-09-2013, 01:38 AM

Although they said publicly that the Erwin Center isn't going anywhere, it's going to get demolished down the line.

http://www.utsystem.edu/sites/utsfiles/offices/board-of-regents/board-meetings/agenda-book-full/5-2013ab.pdf
ctrl+f "erwin"

Bloeddyr10

05-09-2013, 04:07 AM

Texas have offered 2017 (!) RB/LB Dylan Moses of University Lab (La.).

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 09:44 AM

According to 24/7, a college coach has told them that RB/FB Daniel Gresham de-committed from Texas yesterday but that has yet to be confirmed by Gresham himself.

Bloeddyr10

05-09-2013, 09:57 AM

Quote from CB Darrion Johnson, from HornsNation.

"We're really good," Johnson said of his relationship with UT. "They still want me. That's my favorite school."

Also worth noting that coach Oscar Giles were by Navasota last week.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 10:35 AM

According to 24/7, a college coach has told them that RB/FB Daniel Gresham de-committed from Texas yesterday but that has yet to be confirmed by Gresham himself.

Inside Texas saying it's done.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 11:37 AM

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 11:44 AM

Brief update on WR Armanti Foreman who received a USC offer this week (OrangeBloods):

"I really try to go out there and be the same. I try to just be the same person every day at practice," Foreman said.

"I'm just trying to get all the young guys under me right, get them on the same page, on the same level. So when it comes to crunch time, they'll know what needs to be done, so we can go out there and get the goals we're after," Foreman said. "For me, I'm trying to be the best leader I can be, do everything I can to help our team be successful."

"I've never really needed to play defense because we've always had seniors that were ahead of me," Foreman said. "One of our corners that played last year, they moved him to safety. Now I think I'm going to play a lot more corner. I've been wanting to play that anyway. I've been practicing it but I've never really played it that much."

"He (Larry Porter) came down to the school but he really couldn't say too much. Basically, right now I'm trying to see what kind of camps I can get to. I really want to go to a Texas camp, so I'm going to see if I can make it," Foreman said. "I've been going to that one the last two years, so I'll probably be able to make it again."

"Right now, I'm going to probably narrow things down in the fall, sometime after football season. Maybe right after my last game, I'll really start narrowing things down, find out what I want to do," Foreman said.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 11:51 AM

The 2015 offer that 24/7 was referencing earlier in the week was OL Patrick Vahe of Euless Trinity.

http://247sports.com/Player/Patrick-Vahe-28082

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1528402/#highlights/29161407

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 11:53 AM

According to 24/7, Porter was in Orlando, FL this morning to see 2015 RB Jacques Patrick. He's already been offered by everyone.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jacques-Patrick-19323

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/784233/#highlights/23259404

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 12:01 PM

Per OrangeBloods, Akina and Porter were in New Orleans yesterday to see several prospects from St. Augustine and Edna Karr.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 12:03 PM

Kingsbury's note to all of the Texas Tech players as they leave for summer break:

http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/5U.DmYVZjRtdKVjaV_XidQ--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NTt3PTYzMA--/http://media.zenfs.com/en/blogs/sptusncaafexperts/Texas-Tech-Note.jpg

the chronic

05-09-2013, 12:07 PM

Kingsbury's note to all of the Texas Tech players as they leave for summer break:

Players must love Kingsbury. The 'wreck shop' thing is classic.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 12:09 PM

Quotes from RB Adam Choice of Thomasville, GA (first cousin of former Cowboys RB, Tashard Choice):

"It started about a month ago. They called my coach and then I was told to give them a call. When I called, they told about the offer," Choice said.

"We're just trying to get to know each other. He's recruiting me, so he's trying to sell Texas. We had nice conversations," Choice said. "He's (Larry Porter) a great guy. He's firm, but at the same time he's consistent, he's fair. He's a well spoken man, seems to have great values, and does what he's supposed to do."

"Definitely the education, being able to get a degree from the University of Texas," Choice said when asked what he and Porter talk about on the phone. "And the city of Austin. That and the opportunity to play great football there against great competition."

"I would definitely like to take a visit there. I'm not sure when, just whenever I can get out there," Choice said.

"I would definitely like to narrow things down this summer. I'm not going to make it happen this summer if I'm not ready, but it would be nice."

"Definitely academics. I was told to go where I feel like I fit, where I can see myself being comfortable away from my family," Choice said.

"Being a high school option quarterback, I definitely think I can improve on my throwing. In the long run, I can definitely get stronger, faster, be more agile with the ball, just make more things happen," Choice said. "I would say I'm kind of determined on every play to make the most out of every opportunity. I would say that's my strength."

BobcatSoldier

05-09-2013, 01:12 PM

OrangeBloods reporting Texas may be trying to get in on a 2013 JUCO prospect. DT/DE Rusmin Nikocevic received a call recently from the Texas staff and they're supposed to speak more today after requesting his transcript. He's from Pierce CC in Woodland Hills, CA (same JUCO as TE Beau Sandland).

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/217973/#highlights/26298429

Texas State just offered him as a late 2013 commit, which that in itself gives me concern on whats going on behind the scenes with the current DLine. Hopefully the Texas' interest is short-lived and he lands in San Marcos in June; however, if his transcript is good enough for TXST most likely it's going to be good enough for UT's. We have been able to compete with other larger programs lately in recruiting but our facilities don't hold a candle to UT's.

TheMex

05-09-2013, 01:45 PM

According to @SWiltfong247 (https://twitter.com/SWiltfong247), Plano (TX) West RB Auston Anderson has committed to #Northwestern (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Northwestern&src=hash).

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:02 PM

According to @SWiltfong247 (https://twitter.com/SWiltfong247), Plano (TX) West RB Auston Anderson has committed to #Northwestern (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Northwestern&src=hash).

That's f'in rough. Northwestern was on him really early but that speaks to where UT is at right now. Really wanted that guy to go with Catalon.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:15 PM

Quotes from the recruiting coordinator at Euless Trinity on Texas offering 2015 OL Patrick Vahe (24/7):

“Coach Mack Brown personally called to offer him,” said Trinity recruiting coordinator John Thompson. “I don’t think it was something he was expecting at all, especially with him being so young. But Coach Brown called us to let us know that they wanted to offer Patrick and I’m pretty sure that made him very happy judging by the look on his face when he found out.”

“It’s the University of Texas,” said Thompson. “Anytime Texas offers you, you have to really look at that offer and consider it. Patrick is well aware of the tradition they have and how much they win. He definitely knows what all goes on down there and how successful Texas has been as a program over the years."

“He was very excited about getting that offer, especially with it being his first and being one from a major program,” he added. “I know for sure he’s very intrigued by them.”

“With Texas offering I can only imagine that many schools will follow in their footsteps,” he said. “Everyone has shown a lot of interest in him already, but with him being so young, no one had offered up until yesterday."

“All the Big 12 programs have been very interested in him, especially Oklahoma and Baylor,” he added. “He’s received a lot of attention for sure and, like I said, I only expect that to pick up.”

“It took him a little bit but he found his way for only being a sophomore,” Thompson said. “Honestly he was a little tentative at first. He wasn’t exactly sure about some of the technical things like his feet. He wasn’t sure if he could go out and compete with those guys. But after a few practices the light came on for him."

“Once he figured it out, he realized he’s just as good, if not better, than anyone out on the field,” he added. “He turned into a natural, old school nasty player. He will put a hit on you that you’ll remember. He’s not afraid and he loves contact.”

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:27 PM

Update on 2015 ATH KeKe Coutee of Lufkin (HornsNation):

“They’re rivals (Oklahoma and Texas),” he said. “I figured they (Texas) were going to offer me sooner or later.”

“I just loved Texas and I still love them right now,” Coutee said Tuesday night. “It’s my favorite. Texas was my favorite from the start.”

“I just love the coaching staff,” he said. “They’re fun and they’ll do anything to help you out at the University of Texas. It’s a great campus. I loved everything about it.”

“They saw my film and they liked what they saw and they’re offering me,” Coutee said. “It didn’t catch me by surprise. I had a feeling Texas was going to offer me.”

“I haven’t really been thinking about a commitment,” Coutee said. “I’ll probably commit at the beginning of this season or after my junior season. I didn’t think about committing today, but I was pretty excited because I’ve always wanted to go to Texas. I have the opportunity to, now that I have a scholarship offer.”

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:32 PM

Latest with LB Otaro Alaka after committing to Texas last month (24/7):

“Making that decision was hard,” Alaka said. “It was close. Very close actually. I’m glad I went with my original choice and made the decision to be a Longhorn. It felt good to get it over with. Since then everything has settled down for me, so that’s very cool. It’s nowhere near as busy as it used to be. I like that part of it a lot.”

“There are still quite a few schools that are recruiting me hard even though they know I’m committed,” said Alaka. “Texas A&M, LSU, UCLA and Ole Miss are probably the ones who try to still recruit me the most.”

“I tell them all that I’m very confident in my decision with picking Texas,” he said. “I’ve told them not to worry about me and that I am completely committed to Texas. I’m 100-percent committed. If they send me messages or try to call or anything like that, I don’t even respond now. I’m not concerned about anyone else.”

“I get to focus on just football now that recruiting is out of the way,” Alaka said. “So my goals are to get bigger, stronger and faster for the season. I really want to improve my tackling and work on my pass rush too. I want to help take my team the furthest possible and be the best player possible.”

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:35 PM

Texas continues to pursue OL Joseph Paul of St. Augustine HS in New Orleans, LA (24/7):

“Coach Porter was a little disappointed I committed to Florida,” said Paul. “He really thought I might be going to Texas and I planned on it. But I had a change of heart and liked Florida a lot. He told me that they would still recruit me and be coming after me hard, if I was committed to Florida or not. He said they liked me a lot and wouldn’t stop coming after me.”

“I get a ton of mail from Texas,” he said. “They send it all the time. On top of that I talk to them at least once every two weeks. They are always inviting me down and saying that they could really use me and that I should be a Longhorn.”

“Jermaine (Roberts) still tries to recruit me all the time and I mean all the time,” Paul said. “I’d say he recruits me about as hard as possible for Texas. He’ll really bug you all day about it. I joke with him and tell him he gets on my nerves talking about the Longhorns so much. He’s always saying ‘Come to Texas, come to Texas.’ He really wants me there and he definitely lets you know that.”

“You could say I’m 100-percent to Florida,” said Paul. “Even though I’m committed, they still come after me hard too. They recruit me like I’m still not committed to anyone and I like that. They are always showing me love and I do the same for them. I’m a Gator.”

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 02:43 PM

Texas have offered 2017 (!) RB/LB Dylan Moses of University Lab (La.).

Already bigger than Fournette as an 8th grader. Unreal.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BFAvRk8CMAEm6Cf.jpg:large

Bloeddyr10

05-09-2013, 04:35 PM

William Wilkerson ‏@ESPNwilkerson (https://twitter.com/ESPNwilkerson)41s (https://twitter.com/ESPNwilkerson/status/332609507219881984)
Another #Longhorns (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Longhorns&src=hash) offer has gone out. Working to confirm. This is one to a big-time prospect too.

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 04:55 PM

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 04:59 PM

24/7 confirmed the new 2014 offer is to ATH Davion Hall. Searels told him offense or defense, whatever he wants. Currently a soft verbal to Baylor:

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1774613/#highlights/17687382

TFloss32

05-09-2013, 05:06 PM

OrangeBloods reporting WR KD Cannon met with the UT coaches today while in town for the state track meet.

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 09:14 AM

A list of guys who met with the Texas coaches yesterday before the state track meet, per 24/7:

QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
OL, Jacob Bragg, Nacogdoches
ATH, Davion Hall, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau
ATH, Kevin Shorter, Newton

**It was reported recently by several sites that Shorter had received a Texas offer, but turns out that's not the case. However, with Gresham unofficially de-committed and Anderson committing to Northwestern yesterday, he could get the call soon.

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 10:51 AM

QB Wes Lunt of OK State is transferring:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/9260093/wes-lunt-decides-transfer-oklahoma-state-cowboys

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 12:18 PM

Below is the full offer list for the 2014 class and I've also included some guys that are being evaluated. Hopefully this will be a good review if you're having trouble keeping up with all of the names or if you just read this thread every now and then. A list for 2015 will follow soon:

Texas Commitments
QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer
RB, Donald Catalon, Aldine Eisenhower
WR, Roderick Bernard, Houston Sharpstown
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper
OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper
DT, Courtney Garnett, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
DT, Trey Lealaimatafao, San Antonio Warren
DT/DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan
LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls
LB, Andrew Beck, Plant (Tampa, FL)
LB, Cameron Hampton, Dallas Carter
CB, Jermaine Roberts, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)

Committed Elsewhere
RB, Auston Anderson, Plano West Northwestern
OL, Orlando Brown, Jr., Peachtree Ridge (Suwanee, GA) Tennessee
OL, Joseph Paul, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) Florida
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland Texas A&M
LB, Hoza Scott, La Porte Texas A&M
LB, Josh Walker, Gilmer Texas A&M
LB, Zach Whitley, Galena Park North Shore Alabama
CB/S, Edward Paris, Mansfield Timberview LSU
S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite Texas A&M
ATH, Davion Hall, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau Baylor
ATH, Nick Harvey, Fort Bend Travis Texas A&M

Solid Position
WR, Armanti Foreman, Texas City
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell
DE/LB, Sione Teuhema, Keller
LB, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
CB, Darrion Johnson, Navasota
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
CB/S, John Bonney, Houston Lamar
S, Jamal Adams, Carrollton Hebron

In the Mix
RB, Adam Choice, Thomas County Central (Thomasville, GA)
RB, Joe Mixon, Freedom (Oakley, CA)
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Dorian Leonard, Longview
WR, Trey Quinn, Barbe (Lake Charles, LA)
TE/OL, Koda Martin, Manvel
DE, Jarrett Johnson, Katy Seven Lakes
DE, Mike Smith, Northwestern (Miami, FL)
DE, Andrew Williams, Eagle's Landing Christian (McDonough, GA)
CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen
S, Mattrell McGraw, John Curtis (River Ridge, LA)
S, Steven Parker, Jenks (Jenks, OK)
S, Arrion Springs, San Antonio Roosevelt

Pipe Dream
RB, Nick Chubb, Cedartown (Cedartown, GA)
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
RB, Nathan Starks, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV)
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal
WR, Demarre Kitt, Sandy Creek (Tyrone, GA)
WR, Devante "Speedy" Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
OL, Demetrius Knox, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal
OL, Cameron Robinson, West Monroe (West Monroe, LA)
OL, Braden Smith, Olathe South (Olathe, KS)
DT, Elisha Shaw, Tucker (Tucker, GA)
DE, Lorenzo Carter, Norcross (Norcross, GA)
DE, Deondre Clark, Douglass (Oklahoma City, OK)
DE, Myles Garrett, Arlington Martin
DE, Gerald Willis III, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
LB, Dillon Bates, Ponte Vedra (Ponte Vedra Beach, FL)
LB, Raekwon McMillan, Liberty County (Hinesville, GA)
CB, DeAndre Scott, Imhotep Charter (Philadelphia, PA)
ATH, Gerald Owens, West Deptford (Westville, NJ)

JUCO
WR, D'haquille Williams, Mississippi Gulf Coast CC (Perkinston, MS)

Other Prospects / Potential Offers
RB, Varshaun Nixon, Austin Lake Travis Texas A&M
RB, Darrell Williams, John Ehret (Marrero, LA)
WR, Elton Dyer, South Houston
WR, Garrett Gray, Marble Falls
TE, Curtis Amos, Burleson Centennial
TE, Anthony Jones, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
TE, Mavin Saunders, Houston Kinkaid School
OL, Ty Barrett, Dallas Skyline
OL, Jacob Bragg, Nacogdoches
OL, Blake Blackmar, Houston Clear Lake
OL, Connor Mayes, Van Alstyne
OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne
DT, OJ Smith, Airline (Bossier City, LA)
DT, DJ Williams, Lufkin
LB, James David, Rockdale
S, Mookie Carlile, Stephenville
S, Payton Hendrix, Dallas Bishop Dunne
S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff
ATH, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln
ATH, Kevin Shorter, Newton
K, Austin Huff, Burnet
K, Yanni Routsas, Friendswood Clear Brook

texas4ever

05-10-2013, 01:30 PM

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 01:46 PM

This is the nations #1 Juco prospect per 24/7

Max Olson ‏@max_olson 6m
Texas in great shape for juco WR D'haquille Williams. LSU, not so much. Bo Davis has key connection here: http://es.pn/15uNcqW

Thanks. Forgot him on the list. Hopefully LSU won't offer because they're in such good shape with a lot of blue-chip WRs.

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 03:25 PM

Below is the full list of offers for the 2015 class and some additional guys that could see offers down the line:

Commitments

OL, Aaron Garza, Sherman
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/407315/#highlights/42439378

DT, Bryce English, DeSoto
http://247sports.com/Player/Bryce-English-26990

CB, Jalen Campbell, Corpus Christi Flour Bluff
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/560617/#highlights/23110373 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/560617/#highlights/23110373)

Offers

QB/ATH, JW Ketchum, Fort Bend Marshall
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBRFtYFTby4

RB, Soso Jamabo, Plano West
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAVrvJOszMY

WR, DaMarkus Lodge, Cedar Hill
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1443691/#highlights/47399391

WR, Chad President, Temple Baylor
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1823032/#highlights/17324380 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1823032/#highlights/17324380)

TE, Jordan Davis, Houston Clear Lake Florida State
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/817776/#highlights/42410373

OL, Mitch Hyatt, North Gwinett (Suwanee, GA)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1401204/#highlights/36482451 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1401204/#highlights/36482451)

OL, Zach Rogers, Carrollton Hebron
http://247sports.com/Player/Zach-Rogers-14993

OL, Tristan "Maea" Teuhema, Keller
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748675/#highlights/31338256

OL, Patrick Vahe, Euless Trinity
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1528402/#highlights/29161407 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1528402/#highlights/29161407)

DT, Daylon Mack, Gladewater
http://247sports.com/Player/Daylon-Mack-22227

DE, James Lockhart, Ennis
http://247sports.com/Player/James-Lockhart-28247

DE, Natrez Patrick, Mays (Atlanta, GA)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1706710/#highlights/31375378

DE, D'Andre Walker, Langston Hughes (Fairburn, GA)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1715687/#highlights/27652396

DE/LB, Anthony Wheeler, Dallas Skyline
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/770609/#highlights/16930373

LB, Malik Jefferson, Mesquite Poteet
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/682095/#highlights/17680374 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/682095/#highlights/17680374)

LB, Cameron Townsend, Fort Bend Ridge Point
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/528712/#highlights/36510425 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/528712/#highlights/36510425)

CB, Kendall Sheffield, Fort Bend Marshall
http://247sports.com/Player/Kendall-Sheffield-26674

S, Larry Pryor, Sulphur Springs
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1359194/#highlights/30751373

S, Deionte Thompson, West Orange-Stark Alabama
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1892957/#highlights/23318401 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1892957/#highlights/23318401)

ATH, Keke Coutee, Lufkin
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1381297/#highlights/35494501

ATH, Chris Warren III, Rockwall
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1554264/#highlights/43709373 (http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1554264/#highlights/43709373)

Other Prospects / Potential Offers

QB/ATH, Blake Lynch, Trout
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1847590/#highlights/30072373

RB, Rodney Anderson, Katy
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/610777/#highlights/21752397

RB, Jay Bradford, Splendora
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1750901/#highlights/47075382

RB, Patrick Carr, The Woodlands
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1408180/#highlights/45614381

RB, Jacques Patrick, Timber Creek (Orlando, FL)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/784233/#highlights/23259404

RB, Jordan Stevenson, Dallas Skyline
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/564819/#highlights/2530428

WR, Kemah Siverand, Cypress Ridge
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1555854/#highlights/17367378

WR, Carlos Strickland, Dallas Skyline
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1421354/#highlights/12227372

OL, Connor Dyer, Mesquite Horn
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1431601/#highlights/35264432

OL, Joshua Jones, Fort Bend Bush
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1790350/#highlights/34498388

OL, Connor Lanfear, Buda Hays
http://247sports.com/Player/Connor-Lanfear-28124

DT, Tevin Boone, Cleburne
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2343919/#highlights/38010373

DT, Du'Vonta Lampkin, Cypress Falls
http://247sports.com/Player/DuVonta-Lampkin-28078

LB, D'Vonta Hinton, Texas City
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1392012/#highlights/19888400

LB, Malik Jemsion, Dallas Skyline
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1516492/#highlights/27244385

CB, Darrell Miller, Cedar Hill
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1443543/#highlights/47399392

S, Justin Dunning, Whitehouse
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1481899/#highlights/19891405

S, Johnny Shaw, Center
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1570690/#highlights/48025375

ATH, Kris Boyd, Gilmer
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1577645/#highlights/47575007

ATH, Morie Evans, Huntsville
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1196619/#highlights/35880380

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 09:05 PM

Per 24/7, Texas has offered DE Victor Evans of Dallas Skyline.

http://247sports.com/Player/Victor-Evans-13101

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/421431/highlights/47381376

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 09:11 PM

2015 OL Patrick Vahe of Euless Trinity speaks on his Texas offer (HornsNation):

“Honestly, I took it as a prank,” Vahe said. “I mean, the Texas Longhorns? Me? No, I didn’t see that coming.

“But when I went into my coach’s office, I couldn’t believe it. I mean, it was really happening.”

“My family grew up Texas fans,” Vahe said. “I remember seeing them go all the way [in 2005]. I put it as a goal of mine that one day, if I’m lucky, I’ll get to play there. Now, I can say that a dream could possibly come true.”

“He (Mack Brown) said he was building his offensive line, and he wanted someone big and fast,” Vahe said of Brown. “He said he liked what he saw in me. It gave me butterflies.”

“Speaking with my parents, school is first; there’s nothing above it,” Vahe said. “I’m taking a shot at waiting until my senior year to make a decision. If I let the offers get in the way, it could mean my grades slip. That’s the last thing I want.”

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 09:16 PM

Quotes from RB Adam Choice of Thomasville, GA (HornsNation):

“I actually grew up a Texas fan but I never imagined they would give me an offer,” Choice said.

“In 2004 my favorite team was Oklahoma but they lost the national championship game to USC,” he said. “So I dropped Oklahoma as my favorite team because I was mad at them and from that point USC was the team. Then, the next year, when they made it back to the championship, Texas beat them."

“From that point on I decided Texas was going to be my team. Colt McCoy came through. It just stuck. Now that recruiting started it is still a dream. It’s surreal to me that they would offer after I have been rooting for them for so many years.”

“He (Larry Porter) just said that they had a lot of interest in me, they wanted to offer and hoped I would come down for a visit,” said Choice, who has spent the last two seasons as a starting quarterback. “I am blessed to have an offer from Texas. They have a great program and I am excited they found interest in me to make an offer.”

“I don’t have a preference what conference I play in but having offers from the SEC is an honor,” he said. “I am just grateful for every offer. I can’t complain about anything.”

TFloss32

05-10-2013, 09:25 PM

Inside Texas saying WR Ishmael Zamora is another name to keep an eye on. Porter was by his school on Wednesday and he's supposed to meet with the coaches at some point this weekend if he hasn't already.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1029685/highlights/46421378

TheMex

05-10-2013, 10:31 PM

This is the nations #1 Juco prospect per 24/7

Max Olson ‏@max_olson 6m
Texas in great shape for juco WR D'haquille Williams. LSU, not so much. Bo Davis has key connection here: http://es.pn/15uNcqW
Lol. He just committed to LSU.

http://blog.gulflive.com/mississippi-press-sports/2013/05/recruiting_gulf_coast_wide_rec.html

TheMex

05-11-2013, 12:10 PM

Great news!!! Gresham decommitted!!!

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 12:13 PM

Per OrangeBloods, S Arrion Springs is headed to campus for an unofficial visit. Big news.

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 12:13 PM

And from 24/7, CB/S Tony Brown is scheduled to meet with the staff today.

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 03:54 PM

Inside Texas reporting that OL/DL Koda Martin of Manvel met with the coaches yesterday and today. Sounds like he's still an A&M lean but it might be closer than most think. Texas wants him at DE where the Ags want him at OT.

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 03:56 PM

Per 24/7, both DE Sione Teuhema and 2015 OL Maea Teuhema were in town today and met with the staff. They're still looking at making a decision this month once their high school's spring practice is over. Texas still looking great.

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 04:17 PM

Quotes from S Arrion Springs (24/7):

“The only way I'm not going to pick Miami or Oregon is if the bowl bans and sanctions are too severe, then I'll see what's out there,” Springs said. “Texas and maybe Oklahoma are the two schools that could change my mind.”

“I actually talked to him (Duane Akina) the night of the [NFL] draft,” Springs said. “He was telling me what he was doing in New York with Kenny [Vaccaro] and basically just telling me that putting DBs in the NFL is what they do."

“It goes with the whole DBU thing and it lets you know that it's something they take great pride in at Texas.”

“They're (Miami) trying to get their program back on the map, and the fact that they want me to help is a big honor,” Springs said. “Coach Williams is my type of coach. I like the way Coach Golden and his staff do things. They're doing it the right way. And you really can't go wrong with a city like Miami.”

“They (Oregon) have top of the line facilities and Coach [John] Neal is a great coach,” Springs said. “He's an underrated coach, but he's very good. I like their playing style on defense and it seems like a nice area to live.”

“If it's too bad could it mess up the chances of me going to either school,” Springs said. “Miami has told me it's been quiet but they're anticipating some kind of probation. Oregon might a two-year probation, or something like that, but they said they want to talk to me more in-depth about that later.”

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 04:27 PM

Update on 2015 RB Jacques Patrick of Orlando, FL (24/7):

“When he (Manny Diaz) got there he talked to my coach for around 30 minutes about me,” Patrick said. “I bumped into him for just a second and he introduced himself, because it was my first time meeting him. He mainly just spoke to my coach about me though. From what my coach told me, he asked all kinds of questions about me as a player and student.”

“I actually called Coach Porter later after Coach Diaz left,” Patrick said. “I called to let him know I was for sure interested. That was my first time talking to him and I really liked him. He seemed like a good guy and good coach who knew what he was talking about.”

“Coach Diaz told my coach that now after he’s seen me he’ll be going back to Texas to talk about me to the other coaches,” Patrick said. “He said that he’s going to sit down and talk with Coach (Mack) Brown and Coach Porter. When I talked to Coach Porter on the phone, he basically said the same thing. They’re supposed to discuss offering me and then they will let me know if they will offer or not by next week.”

“They don’t really recruit outside of Texas too often, so with them doing that and knowing that they are looking at me, that is a big deal,” Patrick said. “A very big deal for me anyway. It’s great to know they came all the way out here to check on me, because that doesn’t normally happen with them recruiting Florida.”

“If they offer me, then I plan to take a trip there this summer for a visit,” he said. “I definitely want to check Texas out and see what it’s all about. I would be excited to do that.”

“I watched a lot of them (Texas) growing up actually,” Patrick said. “I always have liked their program and they’ve always caught my eye. They have a good football program and they're just a great school overall. I’ve always liked them and I’m really interested in them.”

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 04:40 PM

ATH Kevin Shorter of Newton talks about his meeting with the Texas staff (24/7). He does not have an offer at this time but could soon with the de-commitment of RB/FB Daniel Gresham. He's high on Arkansas, LSU and Texas A&M and his first cousin signed with Arky last year.

“[Porter] said they're going into this season with three running backs, and they don't like the way the depth chart looks after that,” Shorter said. “He said they want to take two for sure, and they'll try to take three in this class if they can.”

“My coaches didn't want me to stay too long because I had to jump today and we've got the relay on Saturday,” Shorter said. “Coach Porter told me that was fine and just to come back on Saturday whenever I could.”

“They showed me around the facilities and I saw the weight room, the academic center and the dressing rooms,” Shorter said. “It was a nice visit.”

“They said I fit in perfectly with what they want to do on offense,” Shorter said. “They can put in me the backfield, put me the slot – basically move me all over the field to get the ball in my hands in their up-tempo offense.”

“I just want to see how it feels up there (at Arkansas),” Shorter said. “I think it would be a good situation. To go to a good school and to play with your first cousin is a good situation.”

“Things are still good with me and them (LSU),” Shorter said. “I talked to them the other day when Jeremy Hill and Alfred Blue got into trouble. It sounds like there could be a real chance for me to go there and play.”

“It would change my recruiting somewhat (if Texas offered),” Shorter said. “We'll see.”

Bloeddyr10

05-11-2013, 06:07 PM

TFloss32

05-11-2013, 10:01 PM

DE Victor Evans of Dallas Skyline talks about his Texas offer (HornsNation):

“My head coach is down at Austin for the track meet and he talked to the coaches. They told him I had an offer,” Evans said. “I was pretty much overwhelmed by the whole situation. I still am overwhelmed by the whole situation. I’m blessed to have what I have.”

“They like the ability I have at linebacker but they want me more at defensive end,” he said.

“I prefer D-end,” he said. “It just gives me an advantage to get a jump on the edge and disrupt pass and run plays. My quick feet can help cut off gaps for running backs.”

“They saw me in the spring, and Oscar Giles saw me pretty much have a sack against my own teammates on every play,” Evans said.

“Right now I am just wide open,” he said. “I really don’t have a list or rankings of all the colleges. I’ll narrow it down during the season and make my decision by the playoffs.”

TheMex

05-12-2013, 01:13 AM

http://texas.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1504528

Is there a chance that UT Athletic Director DeLoss Dodds will retire before his contract is up in August 2014? We talked to several key sources who revealed some shocking information.

Anybody has anything on this? Just a glance?
Just saying that his contract is up on 2014 but might retire by the end if the football season. Also, if Powers was to go down, Dodds would retire a bit early so Powers could name Dodds successor.

TFloss32

05-13-2013, 09:34 AM

24/7 now considering WR KD Cannon a heavy Baylor lean. They say he could commit to them as early as this week.

TFloss32

05-13-2013, 09:36 AM

Quick quotes from ATH Davion Hall on his unofficial visit to Texas this weekend (24/7):

“No, it doesn't change anything for me,” Hall said. “It's just another offer.”

“It was alright (the unofficial visit to Texas),” Hall said of the visit. “It was pretty much like everywhere else I've been.”

TFloss32

05-13-2013, 09:40 AM

Per 24/7, Texas is expected to go by Alief Elsik this week to see WR Ishmael Zamora. He won 1st in the 110m hurdles and 2nd in 300m hurdles at state this past weekend. Sounds like UT likes him more than WR Elton Dyer of South Houston at this point:

“They told me they liked me a lot and that they're going to be recruiting me pretty hard from now on,” Zamora said. “The visit was amazing. I got to hold the heavy Heisman Trophy and I saw all of the facilities.”

TFloss32

05-13-2013, 09:50 AM

2015 LB Cameron Townsend of Fort Bend Ridge Point ended up making an official visit to Texas this weekend (24/7):

“I actually visited Texas on Saturday,” said Townsend. “I went there for Mother’s Day Weekend to Austin and to also watch my school in the state track meet. So what were originally just those plans, turned into an unofficial visit to UT.”

“It went very well,” Townsend told Horns247. “It went really well actually. They gave me and my parents another private tour of the facilities. We got to interact with some of the other recruits and their families that were there as well. And, of course, we talked a lot of football with the coaches. My parents and I really enjoyed it all and had a great time.”

“Coach Diaz sat down with me and broke down my highlight tape for me right there,” he said. “He told me both the good and the bad of it. He also told me what he thought what I needed to work on the most and how to improve as a player. It was a really good experience.”

“I’m still keeping my options open,” said Townsend. “So far I have offers from Texas, Baylor and Houston, but have no favorites or anything like that. I don’t even know when I might have any to be honest. I’m not sure. I figure that maybe once I get several offers, I’ll start narrowing them down, but right now I’m open to anyone.”

TFloss32

05-13-2013, 01:52 PM

2015 OL Maea Teuhema hanging with Stacy Searels this weekend. Not sure if this is in the player's lounge or the coaching offices. Mainly posting this because that pool table is badass.

http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Assets/634/925/925634.jpg

benefactor

05-13-2013, 07:07 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5GvtebpqCA

Swoopes...:wow

Bloeddyr10

05-14-2013, 09:23 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5GvtebpqCA

Swoopes...:wow

"That's my quarterback!" :lol

TFloss32

05-14-2013, 09:43 AM

I believe this video was put together by the new film guy, Derek Ochoa. 2013 season preview:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08KBi8KpBaM&feature=youtu.be

TFloss32

05-14-2013, 09:49 AM

"That's my quarterback!" :lol

I love Jinkens. Hopefully he's an emotional leader of that D for the next few years. He and Tevin need to have a big season.

Bloeddyr10

05-14-2013, 10:30 AM

I believe this video was put together by the new film guy, Derek Ochoa. 2013 season preview:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08KBi8KpBaM&feature=youtu.be

This is beautiful! I've always thought that LSU had the best videos online. If this is Ochoa's work, then he obviously knows his stuff! Now Texas just need to get a football-only channel on Youtube.

He was also the one who made the Vaccaro highlights after the draft.

TFloss32

05-14-2013, 12:10 PM

Video interview from HornsNation with QB Jerrod Heard:

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=espn:9274094

Bloeddyr10

05-14-2013, 01:45 PM

SIAP, per Burned Orange Nation:
"A decision is looming in the near future for Keller (Texas) brothers Sione and Tristan Teuhema, Sione confirmed to SN Nation Recruiting on Saturday at the Texas UIL state track meet.

It will come down on May 30th following the Keller spring game.

Sione, a 2014 defensive end, and Tristan, a 2015 offensive lineman, plan on attending the same school in college, limiting their choices to those schools that have extended offers to both prospects -- Texas, LSU, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Washington State."

Bloeddyr10

05-14-2013, 03:53 PM

Per Fox in Austin, G Julien Lewis wants to transfer out. Texas' basketball program is heading down south. It ain't looking good.

Bloeddyr10

05-14-2013, 03:54 PM

Gerry Hamilton from 24/7 is predicting A&M DB Nick Harvey to end up at Texas.

ThePop

05-14-2013, 04:50 PM

Gerry Hamilton from 24/7 is predicting A&M DB Nick Harvey to end up at Texas.

and Watkins to Notre Dame. Gerry is the most trustworthy recruiting expert out there.

TheMex

05-14-2013, 06:05 PM

Gerry Hamilton from 24/7 is predicting A&M DB Nick Harvey to end up at Texas.
What made him say that? Is there any explanation behind this?

DMX7

05-14-2013, 07:51 PM

Gerry Hamilton from 24/7 is predicting A&M DB Nick Harvey to end up at Texas.

Is that based on anything?

Bloeddyr10

05-15-2013, 02:37 AM

Not sure is Hamiltons prediction is based on something, just saw it at their Crystal Ball.

EDIT: Apparently someone in his family wants him at Texas. I'm not sure, but it could look like it's his dad.

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 08:24 AM

According to an insider over at OrangeBloods, two commits are in and should be announced soon. Sounds like the Teuhema brothers.

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 08:31 AM

Here's another name to keep in mind. Per 24/7, Giles was in Columbus recently to see OL/DL Mason Denley and came across RB Royce Caldwell. He's an unknown at this point because he missed his junior season with an ACL tear. Giles told the Columbus coaching staff that if he can run a 4.4 or better at the Texas camp this summer, he'll probably be offered. Reminds you a lot of DJ Monroe.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1496920/#highlights/49666384

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 08:35 AM

Update on 2015 RB Jay Bradford of Splendora (24/7):

“It feels amazing because I never thought that as a sophomore I'd be able to do this,” Bradford said. “I don't know how much better I can get. My goal has just been to work hard and keep improving every week and I've given it my all so far.”

“There's been a few [schools to show interest] but it hasn't been too crazy,” Bradford said. “That hasn't been my focus. My focus has been on track so we'll see what happens.”

“It went great (the unofficial visit to Texas),” Bradford said. “They showed me around the campus a little bit and gave me a tour of the weight room and the player's lounge. Everything was really nice.”

“Amazing,” Bradford said. “There was so much to see but the coaches were great and walked us through everything. I felt like I could see myself getting real comfortable there.”

“My dad is a big [Texas] A&M fan so I've been messing with him a little bit,” Bradford said. “I was trying to see if I could make him mad, but it was all in fun.”

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 08:41 AM

Some nice quotes from QB Jerrod Heard (24/7):

“I tell everyone they need to follow their hearts,” Heard said. “I talked to Demetrius and his heart just wasn't with Texas. That's fine because it's his decision, but my heart is with Texas.”

“I'm looking forward to competing here a lot in the future,” Heard said. “[I'm] looking forward to winning a lot while I'm here.”

“I'm not shy about telling everyone I'm committed to Texas,” Heard said. “I'm 100-percent for Texas, and if guys see that I'm 100-percent then that might help him see that Texas is a good place for them. It's all about being 100-percent at all times.”

“It's a great relationship,” Heard said. “I call [Applewhite] whenever I can and I know he'll be there. He and I had had a good relationship even when Coach Harsin was recruiting me, and it's only gotten better since he took over.”

“From what I saw during practice and at the spring game, I think it's (the offense) going to be exciting,” Heard said. “It's going to score a lot more points, and that's what you need to do to win in the Big 12.”

“Yes sir (I want more rings),” Heard said. “Hopefully a couple while I'm here.”

the chronic

05-15-2013, 08:57 AM

“Yes sir (I want more rings),” Heard said. “Hopefully a couple while I'm here.”

Hopefully he's not talking about Mack's Alamo Bowl rings.

ThePop

05-15-2013, 09:40 AM

The younger brother is one of the top players in the state right?

TheMex

05-15-2013, 09:45 AM

The younger brother is one of the top players in the state right?
Top OL in the 2015 class.

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 02:01 PM

Per OrangeBloods, Texas has offered DE Davon Godchaux of Plaquemine, LA. If you read any materail on the Rivals camp in Houston a while back, you may recognize the name.

http://247sports.com/Player/Davon-Godchaux-19371

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFNi41PSRSw

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 02:03 PM

TCU has suspended DE Devonte Fields for the first two games of the 2013 season. Includes their match-up with LSU in Jerry World:

http://espn.go.com/dallas/college-football/story/_/id/9277940/tcu-horned-frogs-suspend-defensive-end-devonte-fields-2-games

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 02:08 PM

DE Derick Roberson gives the latest (24/7):

“I keep in contact with them (other schools) some,” Roberson said. “They've all come by to watch me practice.”

“I'm committed to Texas, but I'm kind of keeping my options open,” Roberson said. “I don't see anything that can change my mind, but I'm going to keep my options open a little bit.”

“People, and some reporters, they take the Twitter stuff too serious,” Roberson said. “When I said that I was mad. I was just talking about getting out of Texas for the summer. Texas, for me, is home. I just want to spend some time in Las Vegas [where he last lived prior to moving to San Antonio] this summer.”

“He's (Trey Lealaimatafao) relentless and I want a guy like that next to me,” Roberson said. “I know if I'm not going to make the tackle then he'll make it.”

“They're expecting me to come in and start right away,” Roberson said. “That's pretty good. They've got guys who will do a good job taking Alex Okafor's place, but I know they're going to need to roll some new [defensive ends] through there soon.”

“The coaches have told me that I have to stay at home and hawk it down from the back side,” Roberson said. “I see a lot more cutback runs in practice than I used to. I'm really learning how to play the run this spring.”

“Things are good,” Roberson said. “They're my No. 1 school like always."

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 02:12 PM

More from 2015 OL Patrick Vahe of Euless Trinity (24/7). Turns out he's a cousin of the Teuhema brothers:

“When they told me Texas offered I thought it was a joke,” Vahe said. “I thought the coaches were trying to be funny and I wasn’t laughing."

"But when I knew they were serious, I knew I had to start really preparing, because Texas isn’t a joke. They are all about business so I knew right then I had to start preparing both mentally and physically for my future. I wasn’t expecting it at all. I definitely wasn’t expecting any offer, much less from one of the best like Texas, this early.”

“I like Texas a lot,” he said. “That’s the program I grew up with. I watched all their games and always rooted for them, so them being interested in me is a big deal. Them offering me and me having a chance to play for them is an even bigger deal, but I have to remain humble and not let my head get too big. They are definitely my favorite school. But I need to focus on finishing here at Trinity first, then worrying about playing for Texas.”

“Texas is a great school with a great program,” he said. “I’ve heard nothing but good things about it. They have the best of the best. The campus is really nice from what I’ve seen and the coaches are amazing there. That’s what makes them great. They also have amazing academics. I look forward to learning more about them in the future.”

“I’m going to visit there next month,” Vahe said. “They invited me for a camp, so I’m planning on going down there for that. I think I’ll be going to the first one they have next month on June 2. It will be my first time to be there for football, so I’m really looking forward to it all.”

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 04:47 PM

Per 24/7, Texas has offered 2015 RB Jordan Stevenson of Dallas Skyline. He's a bad dude.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Stevenson-22864

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/564819/#highlights/2530428

TFloss32

05-15-2013, 04:51 PM

Quotes from 2015 RB Jordan Stevenson of Dallas Skyline (24/7):

“From what I understand they offered me over the weekend,” Stevenson said. “But my coach just now let me know and they got all the details. Coach (Bruce) Chambers called my coaches to let them know that Texas really likes me and wants me to come there, so they ended up offering me."

“Coach Chambers told them that they could really use a quick guy like me, especially in their new offense,” Stevenson added. “He says that they want me bad.”

“Before I was really high on Oregon, USC and LSU,” he said. “Don’t get me wrong, I still like those schools, especially Oregon, but I’ve realized that all schools have many great things to offer. I’ve thought about it a lot lately and I know that Texas is just as good, if not better, than any other school out there. They have a lot to offer anyone who loves to play football, so when they do end up offering you, you would be dumb to not seriously look at them. That’s what I’m doing. I like them a lot and it’s a place I could see myself playing.”

“I went down there (to Austin) and it made a strong impression on me you could say,” Stevenson said. “I got to truly see what Texas was made of and how they operated and I have to say I liked it. The coaches there are great people, the facilities are some of the best in the country and the campus is very nice. At first, I didn’t know much about Texas, but after visiting that all changed for me. It opened my eyes to them.”

“Coach Chambers invited me down to their camp this summer,” he said. “I’ll be going to their one they have on June 9. When I called him he said they would love to have me down, so I’m looking forward to getting back down there and finding out more. Plus I’m ready to show them what I’m made of in the camp. I know they already like it, but I want to show them even more.”

“I’m just so blessed to be getting all this attention,” he said. “I want to get a good feel for everything and then go from there. There are a few main programs I really want to check out for myself and see more about. It’s so early for me. I have two seasons of high school ball left, so I’m in no rush at all. I’m just playing it by ear.”

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 08:19 AM

According to OrangeBloods, QB Jerrod Heard has received an invite to the second annual Rivals100 Five-Star Challenge happening this summer.

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 08:22 AM

Herbstreit wonders if Texas is "tired of being made fun of"...

http://www.chron.com/sports/longhorns/article/TV-analyst-wonders-if-UT-is-tired-of-being-4518629.php

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 09:19 AM

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 09:22 AM

Quotes from DE Davon Godchaux of Plaquemine, LA on his Texas offer (OrangeBloods):

"It happened a couple days ago. Coach (Oscar) Giles came by the school last week," Godchaux said. "He basically said he wants me to come to Texas, wants me to take a visit, see how I like it. He said he likes my game, likes my film."

"I'm going to go up there to take a visit, probably in June," Godchaux said. "I want to see how beautiful the facilities are, things like that. I've heard they are nice."

"I'm still wide open," he said. "I'm pretty open to everybody right now."

"I know the Big 12 Conference, they pass a lot. Coach Giles said you have to bring it every play. And it's great tradition of Texas football," Godchaux said.

Biily Ray Valentine

05-16-2013, 09:36 AM

Encouraging quote from S Arrion Springs after his unofficial visit to Texas (OrangeBloods):

"It was a great meeting with coach Akina," Springs said. "It moved Texas up a bunch on my list. I would place them at number two right behind Oregon right now. It was nice to meet with him over the weekend because it was just me and him. My mom and stuff weren't around so we just got to talk football. He wants me to be a corner, obviously, but what I liked is how he thinks I can play inside (slot) in the nickel so I never come off the field."

This is encouraging for UT, not so much for Miami. Didn't he at one time say that it was Oregon or The U, with no one having a chance barring major sanctions? I wonder if he will wait until the NCAA meeting in July. Would be a great get after looking like there was no chance there. I like this kid.

leemajors

05-16-2013, 12:35 PM

Medical School Plans May Appear to Include DKR Expansion:

http://www.burntorangenation.com/2013/5/16/4337094/dell-medical-school-texas-longhorns-football-dkr-expansion?utm_source=feedly

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 01:48 PM

This is encouraging for UT, not so much for Miami. Didn't he at one time say that it was Oregon or The U, with no one having a chance barring major sanctions? I wonder if he will wait until the NCAA meeting in July. Would be a great get after looking like there was no chance there. I like this kid.

I think Akina is doing great with this guy. He had both Oregon and Miami ahead of Texas before he visited Austin this past weekend. Sounds like Miami is currently running third.

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 01:52 PM

OrangeBloods reporting that Applewhite is in Manvel today to check on OL/DL Koda Martin. He's still looking to decide in about a month or so. Most think A&M has the lead.

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 01:52 PM

Ohio State has offered CB Jermaine Roberts.

Bloeddyr10

05-16-2013, 02:21 PM

Ohio State has offered CB Jermaine Roberts.

Roberts also checked in as the 6th best DB at the Rivals Camp Series, ahead of names like Jamal Adams, Dylan Sumner-Gardner and Arrion Springs.

sahoopster

05-16-2013, 02:25 PM

Have they announced yet if the two commits were indeed the Teuhema brothers?

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 03:55 PM

Have they announced yet if the two commits were indeed the Teuhema brothers?

No, I think the guy on OrangeBloods knows they've already notified the coaches but their decision won't be public until May 30th.

TFloss32

05-16-2013, 05:35 PM

For anyone having trouble with all of the new names, I've updated the Top 100 for 2014 on the first page of this thread along with Texas' out-of-state targets. Profiles and film are there for everyone. I should've done that the first time around but now y'all can just go there if you need any information or want to simply watch highlights. I didn't have enough room to add 2015 kids.

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 09:25 AM

I didn't have enough room to add 2015 kids.

Scratch that. I made it work and added the 2015 offers to the master list. Profiles and film for them as well.

As of today, 25 sophomores have been offered.

The Reckoning

05-17-2013, 10:05 AM

Vince Young is walking the stage. He finished his degree.

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 11:54 AM

Here's another little guy that Texas has a lot of interest in, per 24/7. RB Larenzo Stewart of Klein Oak will be camping at UT in June.

http://247sports.com/Player/Larenzo-Stewart-13601

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/539631/#highlights/47805393

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 02:22 PM

Per 24/7, Applewhite was in Allen yesterday to check on 2015 QB Kyler Murray. He will be making an unofficial visit to Texas at some point this summer and UT is expected to offer at that time. He's thought to be a heavy A&M lean because his father, Kevin Murray, played QB for the Ags. They haven't offered yet.

http://247sports.com/Player/Kyler-Murray-24020

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1422152/#highlights/21720427

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 03:31 PM

More quotes from S Arrion Springs (HornsNation):

“Texas is No. 2 on my list right now from the visit last week,” Spring said. “It would be Oregon, Texas and then Miami. Texas is not really a backup plan -- it’s really just between Oregon and Texas.”

“Me and Coach Akina got to sit down and chat and talk about football and how they’re going to use me, his style and my style,” Springs said. “It was a little more business this time. We got to actually sit down and talk -- he didn’t have to try to impress my mom or anything. I got to see the real coach. I want to get to the NFL, he wants to help me get to the NFL. We see eye to eye on things.”

“Trae (Gardner) wants to go to Texas, and I wouldn’t mind going there. It’s a good school,” he said. “We’re trying to stay together, but I don’t know if that will really happen. If my best friend is going to Texas, and I want to roll with him, I don’t know ... it would be crazy.”

“They (Oregon) have awesome facilities, Coach Neal is a great coach and fun to be around, they put guys in the league and that’s one of my goals,” he said. “It seems like a nice city to live in, great fan support, and there’s stuff you can do outside of football. You can go fishing or, when it’s snowing, you can go skiing. It might take me some time to get into skiing, but there is stuff to do there.”

“I’ve talked to Oregon about the whole scandal going on and Coach Neal cleared it all up,” Springs said. “He just said they’ve been bringing the same thing up for three years now and the NCAA has yet to rule on it. He said they might have a couple scholarships taken away but it really shouldn’t have an impact.”

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 03:33 PM

Update on 2015 S Larry Pryor of Sulphur Springs (HornsNation):

“Texas is probably still my favorite school right now,” Pryor said. “Texas A&M would be behind them because I haven’t been able to visit Tech yet.”

“The (A&M) spring game was pretty fun,” he said. “I got to talk to coach [Kevin] Sumlin a little bit and we took a picture and all that. The actual spring game was fun. It was cool to see that many people came for the game.”

“I’m still keeping up with Coach Searels,” Pryor said. “I like him, he’s pretty cool. He’s always been nice to me.”

“I haven’t thought about doing it (committing) yet. I still want some time on it,” Pryor said. “Probably in the summer is when this really gets going.”

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 03:36 PM

2015 DE Breylin Mitchell of Round Rock wants a Texas offer (HornsNation). Keep his name in mind for the upcoming June summer camp:

http://247sports.com/Player/Breylin-Mitchell-20675

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1394822/#highlights/29628375

“Applewhite was big, because I’m a huge Texas fan. Huge,” Mitchell said. “I’m diehard. I noticed him and once I saw him, I called him that night. That was the craziest thing.”

“He (Applewhite) just said I was doing good but that I need to be more aggressive with my hands,” Mitchell said. “That gave me pointers on how I can get to the next level. I will be at their camp, definitely.”

“I mean, it’s pretty hard to say no (to a Texas offer),” Mitchell said. “It’d be hard to say no to Texas. It’s about 98-percent automatic that I would commit. It’s where I’m from. All my friends like Texas, I like Texas. That’s the thing -- I’m Austin born and raised.”

“I’m trying to get a lot faster,” he said. “I was about a half a step away from about 10 sacks last year. An extra step of speed would get me those sacks and those little tackles I missed.”

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 03:39 PM

Quotes from WR Elton Dyer of South Houston after he visited with the coaching staff at the state track meet last weekend (HornsNation):

“Oh man, it’s a blessing,” Dyer said. “The first coach that came to see me was last week from New Mexico State. I thought that was interesting. Then Boise State came in. Then Kansas. Then next thing you know UT came by. It’s a blessing.”

“They (Texas coaches) took me to the players lounge and told me there were video games in there so just go feel like you are a part of the team,” Dyer said. “I just played video games and then they showed me around the field, the trophies, the weight room. After that we went and played some more games. It was pretty fun.”

“Right now they’d (Texas) be No. 1,” Dyer said. “I would feel like I accomplished my goals if Texas offered.”

“I would like to play both sports (football and basketball),” he said. “I’m not the type of person when one sport is over that I just stop. I like to keep moving so I want to do more with one sport.”

TFloss32

05-17-2013, 03:42 PM

More from 2015 RB Jordan Stevenson of Dallas Skyline after receiving his Texas offer (HornsNation):

“I found out (Texas offered) through my coach. He called me into the office and let me know where I stood with a few schools,” Stevenson said. “He said, 'Well, you know you have an offer from Texas?' And I told him, 'No sir.' So we had a long conversation, and he called Coach [Bruce] Chambers, and we went from there. I was really excited. I’ve been thinking about it lately, and I need to keep progressing. But it’s a good offer.”

“They felt like I was a dynamic back,” Stevenson said. “[Chambers] said he sees a lot of bright things in my future. The best advice he told me was to keep grinding and stay positive, and to not just be an athlete but a scholar-athlete. Don’t be satisfied with good. Be satisfied with great.”

“Texas doesn’t just offer anybody,” Stevenson said. “Therefore it opens up a lot of doors, and a lot of eyes. At times I feel like people were sleeping on me. So I felt like I must be pretty good to get an offer from Texas. I just take it as motivation. I just need to keep doing my research and learning more about Texas.”

“To be honest, it’s going to really take some time,” he said. “I have to look at other schools and keep progressing. I have to take the offer as motivation. Whatever God has in store for me will work out. I know the offers are going to come.”

“Texas is a true contender,” said Stevenson, whose teammate, 2014 defensive end Victor Evans, also has a Texas offer. “They are high on my depth chart right now, along with Oregon, West Virginia, A&M and LSU.”

“To be honest, I’ve had an 'X' on my back,” he said. “Some people don’t understand that being a leader and being great, you are always going to have an 'X' on your back. Somebody is always going to be there to test your manhood, and if you want to be great, you will do whatever it takes to grind to the next level."

Bloeddyr10

05-19-2013, 05:11 PM

RB Racean Thomas of Oxford (Ala.) has picked up an offer from Texas, per HornsNation.

“It’s a good offer,” Thomas said. “They came all the way down from Texas to recruit me and let me know that I had an offer, so that’s a school that I’ll be looking at. I don’t really know much about Texas, but I’m willing to learn. I’ll just try to see what they run offense-wise, try to see what they do with their guys.”

http://247sports.com/Player/Racean-Thomas-14990

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/517634/racean-thomas

He was the one with the ridiculous touchdown, where he broke something like 9 tackles and made another man miss. It's in his highlights.

TFloss32

05-20-2013, 08:34 AM

2015 S Johnny Shaw of Center has committed to TCU.

TFloss32

05-20-2013, 08:48 AM

A ton of WR names have been thrown around lately, but another to keep in mind is Tee Goree of Carthage. OrangeBloods mentioned that he has been in contact with both Baylor and Texas recently. I can't find any film on him but he had 66 catches for 1,261 yards and 17 TDs last season.

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 08:32 AM

ATH Kevin Shorter of Newton says he definitely has an offer from Texas after meeting with the staff in Austin (HornsNation):

http://247sports.com/Player/Kevin-Shorter-21665

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/488883/#highlights/33731415

“This spring is getting crazy,” Shorter said. “I’ve got, like, 25 offers now.”

“Coach Porter broke it down for me. They have offered. For sure,” Shorter said. “I’ve been telling people, but they don’t believe me. I’ve got an offer and it feels great.”

“They’re trying to get three in this class,” he said. “Their scheme is really good for me. The backs they have can’t get out and run routes the way I can.”

“They showed me around on Thursday and showed me the weight room, locker room, all that stuff,” Shorter said. “I’ve only visited A&M, LSU and Baylor so far. Texas’ stuff is better. Everything is new. The whole thing impressed me.”

“Coach Porter said I fit good,” Shorter said. “He was mainly talking about how I can get out at receiver and run routes.”

“Probably so (it will come down to A&M and Texas),” Shorter said. “I’ll probably narrow it down during the summer. I’ll do some official visits before deciding.”

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 10:22 AM

Alabama has offered WR Roderick Bernard.

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 10:23 AM

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 10:26 AM

Also from 24/7, Texas is still doing their due diligence when it comes to WRs. By the end of the week, they will have checked in with WR Trey Quinn, WR Armanti Foreman, WR Ishmael Zamora, QB/ATH Aaron Sharp and 2015 WR Kemah Siverand.

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 10:27 AM

According to Inside Texas, 2015 TE Jordan Davis of Houston Clear Lake (committed to Florida State) says he will camp at UT this summer.

TFloss32

05-21-2013, 02:04 PM

Big news here. The #1 JUCO prospect in the nation, WR D'haquille Williams, has already de-committed from LSU. He says he'll visit Texas and a few others before he makes his final commitment.

Bloeddyr10

05-21-2013, 04:04 PM

Per 24/7, Applewhite is in California this week checking on the following 2015 QBs. The last guy is supposed to be a Top 10 prospect nationally:

Jake Browning, Folsom (Folsom, CA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Jake-Browning-27886
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1212916/#highlights/38874381

Kevin Dillman, La Mirada (La Mirada, CA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Kevin-Dillman-20292
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kc4H1mPf6xU

Ricky Town, St. Bonaventure (Ventura, CA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Ricky-Town-24037
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1619166/#highlights/45583813

Josh Rosen, St. John Bosco (Bellflower, CA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Josh-Rosen-17035
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/553132/#highlights/18258417

Kevin Dillman is very interesting to me, since he's originally from Sweden. He is one of a few scandinavian players who are really shining in HS football, especially in the class of '15. But Dillman and Rosen were the one's that really made an impression on me. I don't understand why 24/7 labels Dillman as a "pro-style" quarterback. He's a QB, WR, S and kick-returner.

But good to see Texas moving out of state if/when they don't like what the state shows them.