2014 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread

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1.) DE, Myles Garrett, Arlington Martin (6-4, 235) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Myles-Garrett-21127
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/617331/#highlights/44592379

2.) CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen (6-1, 185) ALABAMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Tony-Brown-14164
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1611779/#highlights/26250421

3.) S, Edward Paris, Mansfield Timberview (6-2, 190) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Edward-Paris-11885
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/552905/#highlights/18326385

4.) LB, Hoza Scott, La Porte (6-3, 225) KILGORE COLLEGE
http://247sports.com/Player/Hoza-Scott-13610
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/490561/#highlights/26267397

5.) DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell (6-3, 250) STANFORD
http://247sports.com/Player/Solomon-Thomas-15007
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/783140/#highlights/35546373

6.) WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant (6-1, 160) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/KD-Cannon-20106
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/537313/#highlights/38711373

7.) ATH, Nick Harvey, Fort Bend Travis (5-9, 180) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Harvey-13605

8.) OL, Demetrius Knox, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal (6-5, 300) OHIO STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Demetrius-Knox-20231
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0abugVpXBU

9.) S, Jamal Adams, Carrollton Hebron (6-1, 195) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Jamal-Adams-13171
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDjulCe5Tn8

10.) ATH, Davion Hall, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau (6-3, 185) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Davion-Hall-20679
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1774613/#highlights/17687382

11.) S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite (6-1, 190) BOISE STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Dylan-Sumner-Gardner-19628
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/750959/#highlights/16279379

12.) WR, Armanti Foreman, Texas City (5-11, 170) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Armanti-Foreman-12923
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/558847/#highlights/19782373

13.) S, Arrion Springs, San Antonio Roosevelt (5-11, 185) OREGON
http://247sports.com/Player/Arrion-Springs-19373
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1395248/#highlights/35731374

14.) RB, Donald Catalon, Aldine Eisenhower (5-11, 190) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Donald-Catalon-13596
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/856153/#highlights/32144376

15.) QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer (6-2, 180) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jerrod-Heard-11842
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/282927/#highlights/50464400

16.) CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne (6-1, 180) NOTRE DAME
http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Watkins-18713
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1886559/#highlights/25483384

17.) DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan (6-3, 215) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Derick-Roberson-19334
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/341432/#highlights/37232394

18.) LB, Josh Walker, Gilmer (6-1, 220) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Josh-Walker-14203
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1196201/#highlights/39541023

19.) LB, Zach Whitley, Galena Park North Shore (6-2, 220) UCLA
http://247sports.com/Player/Zach-Whitley-13612
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/503985/#highlights/11896377

20.) RB, Varshaun Nixon, Austin Lake Travis (5-9, 185) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Varshaun-Nixon-14229
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/463862/#highlights/39842408

21.) LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls (6-3, 200) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Otaro-Alaka-21377
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg3GIm7mbbw

22.) ATH, Kevin Shorter, Newton (6-0, 185) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Kevin-Shorter-21665
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/488883/#highlights/33731415

23.) CB, Cedric Collins, Dallas Skyline (5-10, 175) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Cedric-Collins-13102
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/70307/#highlights/8796372

24.) TE, Mavin Saunders, Houston Kinkaid School (6-6, 220) FLORIDA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Mavin-Saunders-22036
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/732776/#highlights/39089373

25.) WR, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln (5-10, 170) KANSAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Derrick-Neal-26433
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1812395/#highlights/24835374

26.) LB/S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie (6-1, 210) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Edwin-Freeman-20940
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/483431/#highlights/25028400

27.) LB, T’Kevian Rockwell, Wylie (6-0, 200) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/TKevian-Rockwell-19858

28.) ATH, Armani Watts, North Forney (5-11, 185) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Armani-Watts-24530
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/837178/#highlights/28279384

29.) OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper (6-3, 260) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Terrell-Cuney-26718
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1241881/#highlights/28149383

30.) S, Brandon Simmons, Mansfield Timberview (6-0, 175) STANFORD
http://247sports.com/Player/Brandon-Simmons-10980
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/552898/#highlights/22915375

31.) WR, Ishmael Zamora, Alief Elsik (6-4, 200) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Ishmael-Zamora-28370
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1029685/#highlights/46421378

32.) RB, Terrence Williams, Ennis (6-2, 218) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Terence-Williams-22207

33.) WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper (6-3, 185) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Lorenzo-Joe-14139
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EjVgV-zTOA

34.) S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff (6-0, 175) COLORADO STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Jyaz-Jones-20673

35.) OL, Trevon Tate, Galena Park North Shore (6-3, 275) MEMPHIS
http://247sports.com/Player/Trevon-Tate-19488
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/506272/#highlights/33781006

36.) RB, Justin Twine, Hemphill (5-10, 195) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Justin-Twine-21634
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/583110/#highlights/8293945

37.) S, John Bonney, Houston Lamar (6-0, 175) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/John-Bonney-12918
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/686819/#highlights/21767385

38.) RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal (5-11, 225) SMU
http://247sports.com/Player/Daniel-Gresham-20088
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tYYHC9iJiE

39.) S, Jordan Thomas, Klein Collins (6-1, 175) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Thomas-13611
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/634757/#highlights/26802373

40.) DT, Zaycoven Henderson, Longview (6-1, 280) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Zaycoven-Henderson-21631
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2331295/#highlights/36846374

41.) WR, Dorian Leonard, Longview (6-4, 190) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Dorian-Leonard-28566
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2331297/#highlights/36787448

42.) CB, Nick Foster, Keller Fossil Ridge (5-10, 170) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Foster-28675
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/519838/#highlights/36157391

43.) OL/DL, Koda Martin, Manvel (6-6, 245) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Koda-Martin-12833
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/495975/#highlights/21731397

44.) LB, Christian Sam, Allen (6-2, 205) ARIZONA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Christian-Sam-27088
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1605586/#highlights/20754381

45.) RB, Samaje Perine, Pflugerville Hendrickson (5-11, 215) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Samaje-Perine-20790
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1260901/#highlights/27608379

46.) DE, Jarrett Johnson, Katy Seven Lakes (6-3, 225) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Jarrett-Johnson-21062
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1415341/#highlights/39356374

47.) WR, Tony Upchurch, Pearland Dawson (6-2, 210) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Tony-Upchurch-21709
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/456456/#highlights/28105387

48.) DE/LB, Sione Teuhema, Keller (6-4, 210) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Sione-Teuhema-22109
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/389052/#highlights/29239739

49.) WR, Roderick Bernard, Houston Sharpstown (5-10, 175) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Roderick-Bernard-28640
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/804334/#highlights/16856378

50.) QB, Jarrett Hildreth, League City Clear Creek (6-3, 195) BLINN COLLEGE
http://247sports.com/Player/Jarrett-Hildreth-24616
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/906117/#highlights/34408375

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51.) LB, Josh Mabin, Klein Oak (6-2, 225) OKLAHOMA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Josh-Mabin-17635
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/561922/#highlights/47041377

52.) LB, James David, Rockdale (6-3, 225) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/James-David-13016
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/415812/#highlights/38726373

53.) DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland (6-3, 275) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/DeShawn-Washington-23949
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/486113/#highlights/39679377

54.) DT, Trey Lealaimatafao, San Antonio Warren (6-1, 295) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Trey-Lealaimatafao-20861
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/749598/#highlights/41447388

55.) OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne (6-6, 300) ARKANSAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jovan-Pruitt-21093
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1886593/#highlights/41269378

56.) S, Derrick Dixon, Dallas Skyline (5-10, 175) TEXAS TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/Derrick-Dixon-13100
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/421425/#highlights/41109375

57.) RB, Auston Anderson, Plano West (5-9, 180) NORTHWESTERN
http://247sports.com/Player/Auston-Anderson-29149
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1273641/#highlights/37132392

58.) LB, Cordell Dorsey, Abilene Cooper (6-2, 190) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Cordell-Dorsey-14202

59.) RB, Javon Arnett, Waco La Vega (5-9, 165)
http://247sports.com/Player/Javon-Arnett-21038
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/174471/#highlights/344192

60.) DT, Najee Toran, Galena Park North Shore (6-3, 265) UCLA
http://247sports.com/Player/Najee-Toran-13613
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/530956/#highlights/37157705

61.) WR, Chris Platt, Willis (5-11, 160) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Chris-Platt-13149
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pszGcmw8oOM

62.) S, Vontre McQuinnie, DeSoto (6-2, 190) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Vontre-McQuinnie-20653

63.) RB, Justin Stockton, Cibolo Steele (5-9, 165) TEXAS TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/Justin-Stockton-12901

64.) CB, Chris Hardeman, Alief Taylor (5-8, 180) OKLAHOMA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Chris-Hardeman-18649
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/456727/#highlights/21084391

65.) CB, Darrion Johnson, Navasota (6-0, 175) KILGORE COLLEGE
http://247sports.com/Player/Darrion-Johnson-12848
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1096950/#highlights/40203374

66.) WR, TV Williams, McKinney (5-9, 160) KENTUCKY
http://247sports.com/Player/TV-Williams-21600
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/685449/#highlights/38267410

67.) WR, Elton Dyer, South Houston (6-2, 165) HOUSTON
http://247sports.com/Player/Elton-Dyer-28563
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/838014/#highlights/23314420

68.) DE, Grant Blankenship, The Colony (6-5, 235) NOTRE DAME
http://247sports.com/Player/Grant-Blankenship-22196
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/458606/#highlights/27521396

69.) DE, Silvester Hayes, Dallas South Oak Cliff (6-2, 215) COLORADO STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Silvester-Hayes-28599
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1844360/#highlights/17542393

70.) WR, Emanuel Porter, Dallas Lincoln (6-5, 190) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Emanuel-Porter-23389
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/232249/#highlights/25057387

71.) WR, Jamal Jeffery, Lufkin (5-11, 165) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Jamal-Jeffery-25383

72.) WR, Jakari Dillard, Princeton (6-4, 190) TEXAS TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/Jakari-Dillard-14111
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/503555/#highlights/46982401

73.) DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett (6-2, 300) LOUISIANA TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/Cedric-Johnson-22121
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/899307/#highlights/30710375

74.) OL, Mason Denley, Columbus (6-5, 265) HOUSTON
http://247sports.com/Player/Mason-Denley-31033
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PAaz_pn0g4

75.) RB, Larenzo Stewart, Klein Oak (5-6, 165) NEBRASKA
http://247sports.com/Player/Larenzo-Stewart-13601
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/539631/#highlights/47805393

76.) OL, Ty Barrett, Dallas Skyline (6-5, 290) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Ty-Barrett-19851
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/439076/#highlights/2613413

77.) QB, Foster Sawyer, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal (6-5, 215) TCU
http://247sports.com/Player/Foster-Sawyer-17018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHk1nFjsz1I

78.) WR, Keenen Brown, Alief Taylor (6-3, 190) OKLAHOMA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Keenen-Brown-19853
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/456729/#highlights/24996373

79.) S, Tre Mask, Sherman (5-10, 185)
http://247sports.com/Player/Tre-Mask-22202
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/407417/#highlights/48189396

80.) OL, Josh Pelzel, Rockdale (6-7, 330) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Josh-Pelzel-16639
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/500327/#highlights/32873404

81.) QB, David Blough, Carrollton Creekview (6-1, 180) PURDUE
http://247sports.com/Player/David-Blough-15046
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiMXInjlPU0

82.) RB, EJ Achelus, Katy Morton Ranch (5-9, 175)
http://247sports.com/Player/EJ-Achelus-13594
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/595779/#highlights/23326593

83.) QB, Patrick Mahomes, Whitehouse (6-3, 180) TEXAS TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/Patrick-Mahomes-21009
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/886649/#highlights/34006377

84.) WR, Willy Ivery, Sulphur Springs (5-9, 180) NORTH TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Willy-Ivery-19020
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1359189/#highlights/30113373

85.) ATH, Stepfawn Hughes, Fort Worth Dunbar (5-9, 165) MISSOURI
http://247sports.com/Player/Stepfawn-Hughes-13018

86.) RB, Samuel Stewart, Cypress Woods (5-9, 185) RICE
http://247sports.com/Player/Samuel-Stewart-23205

87.) QB, Ronald Monroe, Fort Bend Bush (6-2, 175) VANDERBILT
http://247sports.com/Player/Ronald-Monroe-12944
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/605069/#highlights/26553375

88.) TE, Jordan Feuerbacher, Humble Kingwood Park (6-5, 240) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Feuerbacher-22214
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/631593/#highlights/21748390

89.) CB, Marcus Green, Cedar Hill (6-1, 180) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Marcus-Green-21083
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1443537/#highlights/40774382

90.) LB, Cameron Hampton, Dallas Carter (6-2, 205) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Cameron-Hampton-19490
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/993808/#highlights/33686387

91.) LB, Justin Phillips, Pearland (6-1, 210) OKLAHOMA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Justin-Phillips-19570
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1253567/#highlights/34659393

92.) S, Jah'Shawn Johnson, Ennis (5-10, 170) TEXAS TECH
http://247sports.com/Player/JahShawn-Johnson-28248

93.) S, Cedric Dale, Carrollton Hebron (5-8, 180) PURDUE
http://247sports.com/Player/Cedric-Dale-20871
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/508309/#highlights/15245383

94.) OL, Kealvin Davis, Garland Lakeview Centennial (6-4, 265) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Kealvin-Davis-19745
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/626723/#highlights/21706413

95.) OL, Connor Mayes, Van Alstyne (6-5, 320) MINNESOTA
http://247sports.com/Player/Connor-Mayes-13599
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzRzdoTalHk

96.) OL, Erich Sullins, Arlington Lamar (6-4, 250)
http://247sports.com/Player/Erich-Sullins-28632
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/513945/#highlights/38252388

97.) S, Stephan Maxey, Longview (5-11, 185) TRINITY VALLEY C.C.
http://247sports.com/Player/Stephan-Maxey-12719
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2331306/#highlights/36665381

98.) DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene (6-3, 240) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jake-McMillon-13606
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Qg_VAd0nTU

99.) WR, Garrett Gray, Marble Falls (6-5, 200) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Garrett-Gray-27812
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1390502/#highlights/23486373

100.) WR, Nick Alexander, Lancaster (6-3, 185) ARIZONA WESTERN
http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Alexander-20649

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The following are Texas' out-of-state (OOS) targets by their national ranking according to 24/7:

2.) RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) (6-1, 220) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Leonard-Fournette-14147
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1623268/#highlights/25490374

3.) DE, Lorenzo Carter, Norcross (Norcross, GA) (6-5, 230) GEORGIA
http://247sports.com/Player/Lorenzo-Carter-22968
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/791789/#highlights/47416382

6.) OL, Cameron Robinson, West Monroe (West Monroe, LA) (6-6, 320) ALABAMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Cameron-Robinson-14186
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/743779/#highlights/7952042

13.) LB, Raekwon McMillan, Liberty County (Hinesville, GA) (6-2, 240) OHIO STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Raekwon-McMillan-17772
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/149857/#highlights/31122172

17.) WR, Devante “Speedy” Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA) (55-10, 185) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Speedy-Noil-14166
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1639664/#highlights/45584377

27.) RB, Nathan Starks, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV) (5-11, 200) UCLA
http://247sports.com/Player/Nathan-Starks-14943
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/250342/#highlights/26573376

42.) DT, Elisha Shaw, Tucker (Tucker, GA) (6-5, 295) ALABAMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Elisha-Shaw-22714
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/476190/#highlights/18297428

48.) OL, Braden Smith, Olathe South (Olathe, KS) (6-6, 275) AUBURN
http://247sports.com/Player/Braden-Smith-17692
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/159328/#highlights/29240265

62.) TE, Mark Andrews, Desert Mountain (Scottsdale, AZ) (6-6, 225) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Mark-Andrews-20587
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1662096/#highlights/18270416

68.) DE, Gerald Willis III, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA) (6-3, 245) FLORIDA
http://247sports.com/Player/Gerald-Willis-14167
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BO2HrzgAlNk&list=PL3D4B593E8E4638F8&index=1

73.) ATH, Gerald Owens, West Deptford (Westville, NJ) (6-2, 240) MICHIGAN STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Gerald-Owens-20631
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uns0t1LHMZ0

74.) RB, Royce Freeman, Imperial (Imperial, CA) (6-0, 215) OREGON
http://247sports.com/Player/Royce-Freeman-20412
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/522753/#highlights/30542374

76.) RB, Joe Mixon, Freedom (Oakley, CA) (6-2, 195) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Joe-Mixon-22521
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/854494/#highlights/28809373

119.) RB, Nick Chubb, Cedartown (Cedartown, GA) (5-11, 215) GEORGIA
http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Chubb-19986
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1636040/#highlights/34038376

120.) WR, Trey Quinn, Barbe (Lake Charles, LA) (6-1, 190) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Trey-Quinn-16974
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1040088/#highlights/37426411

139.) DE, Davon Godchaux, Plaquemine (Plaquemine, LA) (6-4, 265) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Davon-Godchaux-19371
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFNi41PSRSw

165.) DE, Deondre Clark, Douglass (Oklahoma City, OK) (6-3, 230) LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Deondre-Clark-20966
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/75662/#highlights/38738599

181.) WR, Demarre Kitt, Sandy Creek (Tyrone, GA) (6-1, 195) CLEMSON
http://247sports.com/Player/Demarre-Kitt-18059
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/601997/#highlights/19869416

190.) DE, Andrew Williams, Eagle’s Landing Christian (McDonough, GA) (6-4, 230) AUBURN
http://247sports.com/Player/Andrew-Williams-15191
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1300848/#highlights/41916375

192.) LB, Dillon Bates, Ponte Vedra (Ponte Vedra Beach, FL) (6-3, 220) TENNESSEE
http://247sports.com/Player/Dillon-Bates-22535
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/134720/#highlights/19894432

201.) S, Steven Parker, Jenks (Jenks, OK) (6-2, 180) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Steven-Parker-23443
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9RR5WJdRK4

NR.) LB, Andrew Beck, Plant (Tampa, FL) (6-3, 225) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Andrew-Beck-24226
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/653494/#highlights/35286442

NR.) OL, Orlando Brown, Peachtree Ridge (Suwanee, GA) (6-7, 345) TENNESSEE
http://247sports.com/Player/Orlando-Brown-10534
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/667203/#highlights/31249387

NR.) RB, Adam Choice, Thomas County Central (Thomasville, GA) (5-9, 190) CLEMSON
http://247sports.com/Player/Adam-Choice-11501
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzFYXbYSgco

NR.) DT, Courtney Garnett, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) (6-2, 285)OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Courtney-Garnett-25464
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1412717/#highlights/36511393

NR.) TE, Anthony Jones, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA) (6-2, 225) LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE
http://247sports.com/Player/Anthony-Jones-25459
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGHg7tbzwIg

NR.) S, Mattrell McGraw, John Curtis (River Ridge, LA) (6-0, 180) OREGON
http://247sports.com/Player/Mattrell-McGraw--21586
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E59YucHAdm0

NR.) OL, Joseph Paul, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) (6-4, 335) OKLAHOMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Joseph-Paul-16966
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2353402/#highlights/37716382

NR.) CB, Jermaine Roberts, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) (5-9, 175) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jermaine-Roberts-25468
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1409781/#highlights/23317384

NR.) CB, DeAndre Scott, Imhotep Charter (Philadelphia, PA) (5-10, 180) ARIZONA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Deandre-Scott-27746
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/408737/#highlights/18070374

NR.) DT, OJ Smith, Airline (Bossier City, LA) (6-2, 320) ALABAMA
http://247sports.com/Player/OJ-Smith-21700
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/497008/#highlights/35074375

NR.) DE, Mike Smith, Northwestern (Miami, FL) (6-3, 230) MIAMI-FL
http://247sports.com/Player/Mike-Smith-29096
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlNKX7eAtqI

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The following are Texas' offers for the 2015 class:

QB, Jarrett Stidham, Stephenville (6-4, 190)
http://247sports.com/Player/Jarrett-Stidham-30678

QB, Chason Virgil, West Mesquite (6-2, 170)
http://247sports.com/Player/Chason-Virgil-19627
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/441236/#highlights/15261378

QB/ATH, JW Ketchum, Fort Bend Marshall (6-0, 180)
http://247sports.com/Player/JW-Ketchum-24914
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBRFtYFTby4

RB, Rodney Anderson, Katy (6-1, 205) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Rodney-Anderson-20518
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/610777/#highlights/21752397

RB, Jay Bradford, Splendora (5-11, 190) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Jay-Bradford-31529
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1750901/#highlights/52391375

RB, Soso Jamabo, Plano West (6-2, 195)
http://247sports.com/Player/Soso-Jamabo-19127
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAVrvJOszMY

RB, Jordan Stevenson, Dallas South Oak Cliff (5-11, 185) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Stevenson-22864
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/564819/#highlights/2530428

WR, DaMarkus Lodge, Cedar Hill (6-1, 175)
http://247sports.com/Player/Damarkus-Lodge-21089
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1443691/#highlights/47399391

WR, Chad President, Temple (6-3, 190) BAYLOR
http://247sports.com/Player/Chad-President-26430
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1823032/#highlights/17324380

WR, Kemah Siverand, Cypress Ridge (6-0, 175)
http://247sports.com/Player/Kemah-Siverand-29735
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1555854/#highlights/52832375

TE, Jordan Davis, Houston Clear Lake (6-5, 240) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Davis-23120
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/817776/#highlights/42410373

OL, Aaron Garza, Sherman (6-3, 305)
http://247sports.com/Player/Aaron-Garza-22204
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/407315/#highlights/42439378

OL, Mitch Hyatt, North Gwinett (Suwanee, GA) (6-5, 265) CLEMSON
http://247sports.com/Player/Mitch-Hyatt-23728
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1401204/#highlights/36482451

OL, Trevor Elbert, Rockwall-Heath (6-5, 290) TEXAS A&M

http://247sports.com/Player/Trevor-Elbert-31938
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1385295/#highlights/40480375

OL, Connor Lanfear, Buda Hays (6-6, 265) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Connor-Lanfear-28124
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1142910/#highlights/21096379

OL, Zach Rogers, Carrollton Hebron (6-3, 270) ARKANSAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Zach-Rogers-14993

OL, Tristan "Maea" Teuhema, Keller (6-5, 335)LSU
http://247sports.com/Player/Maea-Teuhema-28075
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748675/#highlights/31338256

OL, Patrick Vahe, Euless Trinity (6-3, 290) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Patrick-Vahe-28082
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1528402/#highlights/29161407

DT, Bryce English, DeSoto (5-11, 310) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Bryce-English-26990

DT, Daylon Mack, Gladewater (6-2, 300) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Daylon-Mack-22227

DE, James Lockhart, Ennis (6-3, 245)
http://247sports.com/Player/James-Lockhart-28247

DE, Keisean Lucier-South, Orange Lutheran (Orange, CA) (6-6, 215)
http://247sports.com/Player/Keisean-Lucier-South-30392
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1561076/#highlights/31755390

DE, Natrez Patrick, Mays (Atlanta, GA) (6-3, 220)
http://247sports.com/Player/Natrez-Patrick-26963
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1706710/#highlights/31375378

DE, D'Andre Walker, Langston Hughes (Fairburn, GA) (6-3, 210)
http://247sports.com/Player/DAndre-Walker-26960
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1715687/#highlights/27652396

DE/LB, Anthony Wheeler, Dallas Skyline (6-2, 220)
http://247sports.com/Player/Anthony-Wheeler-23627
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/770609/#highlights/16930373

LB, Malik Jefferson, Mesquite Poteet (6-2, 210)
http://247sports.com/Player/Malik-Jefferson-27668
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/682095/#highlights/17680374

LB, Cameron Townsend, Fort Bend Ridge Point (6-0, 195)
http://247sports.com/Player/Cameron-Townsend-19333
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/528712/#highlights/36510425

CB, Jalen Campbell, Corpus Christi Flour Bluff (5-11, 160) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Jalen-Campbell-30613
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/560617/#highlights/23110373

CB, Kendall Sheffield, Fort Bend Marshall (6-0, 170)
http://247sports.com/Player/Kendall-Sheffield-26674

S, Justin Dunning, Whitehouse (6-4, 200) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Justin-Dunning-27818
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1481899/#highlights/19891405

S, Johnny Shaw, Center (6-2, 188) TEXAS
http://247sports.com/Player/Johnny-Shaw-28118
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1570690/#highlights/48025375

S, Larry Pryor, Sulphur Springs (6-1, 190) TEXAS A&M
http://247sports.com/Player/Larry-Pryor-21248
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1359194/#highlights/30751373

S, Deionte Thompson, West Orange-Stark (6-2, 175) ALABAMA
http://247sports.com/Player/Deionte-Thompson-20516
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1892957/#highlights/23318401

ATH, Keke Coutee, Lufkin (5-10, 170)
http://247sports.com/Player/Keke-Coutee-28090
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1381297/#highlights/35494501

ATH, Chris Warren III, Rockwall (6-2, 210)
http://247sports.com/Player/Chris-Warren-21636
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1554264/#highlights/43709373

[Sisk]

How many guys are you expecting the staff to take this year?

[TFloss32]

How many guys are you expecting the staff to take this year?

Texas is losing at least 15 to their last year of eligibility at the end of the 2013 season. The staff can sign 20 prospects comfortably in 2014 and I think they'll go higher than that. It will be interesting to see how generous UT is with offers at the Junior Day on Sunday.

[bluetrumpet]

Do you have a possible position breakdown?

[texas4ever]

With Texas taking absolutely zero DL in 2013, look for them to push hard for these 2014 guys:


DT, D.J Williams, Lufkin
DT, Zaycoven Henderson, Longview
DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland
DT, Garrald McDowell, Covington (Covington, LA)
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell
DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, Jarrett Johnson, Katy Seven Lakes
DE, Duncan Douglas, Lubbock Coronado
DE, Myles Garrett, Arlington Martin

I wouldn't be supprised if Texas takes up to 6 lineman in this class.
We already have one on board with the verbal commit of DE, Derick Roberson.

[TFloss32]

Do you have a possible position breakdown?

I can do my best to help you out. What exactly are you looking for? Like a recruiting board?

[TFloss32]

Per OrangeBloods, CB/S Tony Brown of Beaumont Ozen will be in Austin this weekend.

[Bloeddyr10]

How do you guys think this class would look position wise?

1 QB (Jerrod Heard)
2-3 RB/FB's (Daniel Gresham (FB) & Donald Catalon)
3 WR's (Lorenzo Joe & Roderick Bernard)
1 TE
3 OL's (Demetrius Knox)
2 DE's (Derick Roberson)
1 JUCO DE
1 JUCO DT
2 DT's
2-3 LB's
5-6 DB's

Which would be in the area of 23 to 26 guys, which I believe seems about right size wise. Maybe a bit too big class?

[TFloss32]

Last time I'll mention DT A'Shawn Robinson on here, but I wanted to relay this story that I read on OrangeBloods this morning. Turns out Robinson already had his mind made up on Alabama before Bo Davis arrived for his in-home visit last Saturday morning. Texas was dead in the water but Robinson and his mother actually had the balls (or ignorance) to ask Davis for help on filling out his Alabama scholarship paperwork so he could have everything ready for National Signing Day. That's basically the last contact Texas had.

[TFloss32]

How do you guys think this class would look position wise?

1 QB (Jerrod Heard)
2-3 RB/FB's (Daniel Gresham (FB) & Donald Catalon)
3 WR's (Lorenzo Joe & Roderick Bernard)
1 TE
3 OL's (Demetrius Knox)
2 DE's (Derick Roberson)
1 JUCO DE
1 JUCO DT
2 DT's
2-3 LB's
5-6 DB's

Which would be in the area of 23 to 26 guys, which I believe seems about right size wise. Maybe a bit too big class?

Not a bad breakdown. I think 22 to 23 guys is a good number to focus on for now. Obviously a lot can change in a year and 2013 could be significant in many ways if Mack and Dodds are on the way out.

[Kermit]

Last time I'll mention DT A'Shawn Robinson on here, but I wanted to relay this story that I read on OrangeBloods this morning. Turns out Robinson already had his mind made up on Alabama before Bo Davis arrived for his in-home visit last Saturday morning. Texas was dead in the water but Robinson and his mother actually had the balls (or ignorance) to ask Davis for help on filling out his Alabama scholarship paperwork so he could have everything ready for National Signing Day. That's basically the last contact Texas had.

If any kid is a candidate for the curse, this douchebag fits the bill.

[TFloss32]

Updated Junior Day list. Things have changed quite a bit this week. You can find everyone's film under their name at the top.

Junior Day #1 (February 10th)
QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer TEXAS
RB, Donald Catalon, Aldine Eisenhower TEXAS
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints TEXAS
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
WR, Roderick Bernard, Houston Sharpstown TEXAS
OL, Demetrius Knox, Fort Worth All Saints TEXAS
OL, Ty Barrett, Dallas Skyline
OL, Connor Mayes, Van Alstyne
OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell
DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan TEXAS
LB, James David, Rockdale
LB, Cameron Hampton, Dallas Carter
LB, Zach Whitley, Galena Park North Shore
CB, Darrion Johnson, Brenham
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen
S, Derrick Dixon, Dallas Skyline
S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite
-------------------------------------------------
2015 QB, Trey Cumbie, Lufkin
2015 WR, Terry Mark, Lufkin
2015 OL, Erik McCoy, Lufkin
2015 ATH, Keke Coutee, Lufkin

Junior Day #2 (February 23rd)
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Fonzale Davis, Dallas South Oak Cliff
WR, Willy Ivery, Sulphur Springs
WR, Dorian Leonard, Longview
WR, Marcus Perkins, Garland Naaman Forest
WR, Emanuel Porter, Dallas Lincoln
OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper
DT, Zaycoven Henderson, Longview
DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett
DT, Garrald McDowell, Covington (Covington, LA)
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland
DE, Silvester Hayes, Dallas South Oak Cliff
DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, CJ Reese, San Antonio Madison
LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls
LB, Everett Williams, Mansfield Legacy
LB/S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
S, Jamal Adams, Carrollton Hebron
S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff
S, Edward Paris, Mansfield Timberview
ATH, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln

Expected to Attend, Date Unknown
QB, Cody Ennis, San Antonio Madison
QB, Foster Sawyer, Fort Worth All Saints Episcopal
DE, Jarrett Johnson, Katy Seven Lakes
LB, Tay Evans, Allen
S, John Bonney, Houston Lamar

Unconfirmed
RB, Darrell Williams, Ehret (Marrero, LA)
WR, Keenen Brown, Alief Taylor
WR, Tony Upchurch, Pearland Dawson
TE/OL, Koda Martin, Manvel
DE, Duncan Douglas, Lubbock Coronado
DE, Myles Garrett, Arlington Martin
CB, Chris Hardeman, Alief Taylor

[TFloss32]

24/7 saying LB James David of Rockdale will come in if he finds transportation. I'm a big fan of this guy but I don't know if Texas will go hard after him because of his size and the need for rangy LBs in the Big XII who can play in coverage most of the time. I also don't know if his transcript will check out. Check his film out if you have time. He's #47 on the list above.

[TFloss32]

Just in case anyone is wondering, the prospects with "NR" next to their name just means "not ranked." A lot of those guys should be ranked and will be later on in the year. "OOS" is all of the out-of-state prospects that Texas is looking at.

[Biily Ray Valentine]

Which 2014 prospects do you consider must haves? I really want WR- KD Cannon, DE - Solomon Thomas, and LB - James David. Also DE - Myles Garrett. I don't know much about the DTs in this year's crop. Any thoughts on that position?

[texas4ever]

24/7 saying LB James David of Rockdale will come in if he finds transportation. I'm a big fan of this guy but I don't know if Texas will go hard after him because of his size and the need for rangy LBs in the Big XII who can play in coverage most of the time. I also don't know if his transcript will check out. Check his film out if you have time. He's #47 on the list above.

Is this guy related in anyway with 2012 big time prospect Derek David of Rockdale? I remember that everyone in the world wanted this guy and then he ended up in trouble with the law or something. Just curious??

[DesignatedT]

Which 2014 prospects do you consider must haves? I really want WR- KD Cannon, DE - Solomon Thomas, and LB - James David. Also DE - Myles Garrett. I don't know much about the DTs in this year's crop. Any thoughts on that position?

DT in the State of Texas this year is pretty dang weak. Texas missing out in 2013 is really going to hurt them. (lol Mack's comments).

A&M had Gerald Willis III from LA come to their first junior day but he's pretty much a very strong LSU lean from what I can see. Rivals shows Texas offering. This kid is an absolute stud but I don't know how much contact Texas has had. Going out of the state for this position looks like the route this year.

[DesignatedT]

I read somewhere WR Jamal Jeffery is contemplating a junior day visit at Texas this weekend.

[DesignatedT]

LSU has reportedly hired Cam Cameron as OC. Pretty strong hire for them.

[TFloss32]

Which 2014 prospects do you consider must haves? I really want WR- KD Cannon, DE - Solomon Thomas, and LB - James David. Also DE - Myles Garrett. I don't know much about the DTs in this year's crop. Any thoughts on that position?

Texas really needs to hang on Heard, Catalon and Roberson. I agree with Cannon, Thomas and they need to wrap up four to five quality DBs. I like where they sit with D. Johnson, Watkins and Adams. Garrett isn't really interested in Texas and he's currently looking at A&M (his sister is there) and TCU. He has high school teammates at TCU so I wouldn't discount them in his recruitment. UT would do themselves a favor if they can wrap up DT DeShawn Washington of Nederland early. He's a big-time sleeper, imo. DT Zaycoven Henderson's stock is rising as well and he's already been offered by OU. I also like LB Otaro Alaka of Cypress Falls.


Is this guy related in anyway with 2012 big time prospect Derek David of Rockdale? I remember that everyone in the world wanted this guy and then he ended up in trouble with the law or something. Just curious??

Correct. The elder David got involved with drugs and was accused of sexual assualt. I'm not sure he would've qualified even if he didn't get in trouble. I kind of feel sorry for James because he may have his older brother's troubles hanging over his head. And like I said above, I don't know how Texas will treat his recruitment because of their need for speedy LBs in the Big XII unless, of course, they talk to him about putting his hand on the ground.

[TFloss32]

I read somewhere WR Jamal Jeffery is contemplating a junior day visit at Texas this weekend.

There's been conflicting reports but I have seen quotes from him that he's planning on attending. I assume he'll travel with the 2015 prospects from Lufkin.


LSU has reportedly hired Cam Cameron as OC. Pretty strong hire for them.

OK State hired a D2 guy for their OC. Ballsy move:

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8925442/mike-yurcich-hired-new-offensive-coordinator-oklahoma-state-cowboys

[DesignatedT]

OK State hired a D2 guy for their OC. Ballsy move:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=OaiPRUSrDlE

[TFloss32]

If any kid is a candidate for the curse, this douchebag fits the bill.

http://i825.photobucket.com/albums/zz174/ericg320/Ashawnhatdance_zps6e04a899.png

[Biily Ray Valentine]

Thanks T-Floss. Any visitors this weekend expected to commit on the spot?

[TFloss32]

Thanks T-Floss. Any visitors this weekend expected to commit on the spot?

No problem.

I'm not expecting any fireworks since Mack will probably do his usual thing of telling kids to go home and think things over. I know that Inside Texas has reported the past few weeks that Giles is working the recruitment of CB Darrion Johnson of Brenham pretty hard. I think OL Connor Mayes of Van Alstyne is a candidate for a commitment if he's offered, but I haven't seen any reports that Texas is in a rush to offer additional OLs right now. They signed a really good class in 2013 and it hurts Mayes' chances that he's an interior guy with Knox already in the mix and Cuney being a heavy Texas lean. They need true tackles. DE Jarrett Johnson of Katy Seven Lakes is a lesser-known guy that could jump at an offer if he shows up and the same goes for WR Willy Ivery of Sulphur Springs. I've seen him slotted for either date so we'll have to wait and see who all attends on Sunday.

[Bloeddyr10]

My guess is that Texas will do a lot of research of the DT's in state this year and it seems like DeShawn Washington and Zaycoven Henderson will be the top prospects, in state. But what is you guys opinion on Mychealon Thomas of Dallas Skyline? I came across his tape and left pretty impressed with his play. Do any of you guys have an opinion on him?

[the chronic]

props to floss for best recruiting updates on internet, thanks bro!

"it's nice...."

http://s3.amazonaws.com/rapgenius/1291131680_two-thumbs-up.jpg

[yavozerb]

props to floss for best recruiting updates on internet, thanks bro!

"it's nice...."

http://s3.amazonaws.com/rapgenius/1291131680_two-thumbs-up.jpg


Agree..thx tfloss for all the info.

[Biily Ray Valentine]

My guess is that Texas will do a lot of research of the DT's in state this year and it seems like DeShawn Washington and Zaycoven Henderson will be the top prospects, in state. But what is you guys opinion on Mychealon Thomas of Dallas Skyline? I came across his tape and left pretty impressed with his play. Do any of you guys have an opinion on him?

I think that this might be the best way to go since OOS is not working for Mack. One of the parts that disapointed me the most this year was the staff's inability to land players that they had connections within SEC country. The more time they spend at UT, the weaker their ties are with OOS kids. I understand the philosophy on keeping the in-state kids, but they have got to be able to cherry pick from other states (see tOSU, ou and even atm this year).

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, LB Zach Whitley of Galena Park North Shore has been offered by Alabama. He's big on A&M right now but that's the offer he's always wanted.

[TFloss32]

Also some potentially great news from 24/7. ATH Nick Harvey (currently committed to A&M) may be in Austin this weekend for the first Junior Day. The best part about this news is he was the one who reached out to Texas. For those that don't know, Harvey has transferred from Lancaster to Fort Bend Bush and Larry Porter will be his area recruiter. Positive development for UT if they can get him in town.

[symple19]

Last time I'll mention DT A'Shawn Robinson on here, but I wanted to relay this story that I read on OrangeBloods this morning. Turns out Robinson already had his mind made up on Alabama before Bo Davis arrived for his in-home visit last Saturday morning. Texas was dead in the water but Robinson and his mother actually had the balls (or ignorance) to ask Davis for help on filling out his Alabama scholarship paperwork so he could have everything ready for National Signing Day. That's basically the last contact Texas had.

Wow...I'll be actively rooting for this kids knee to explode

[leemajors]

Last time I'll mention DT A'Shawn Robinson on here, but I wanted to relay this story that I read on OrangeBloods this morning. Turns out Robinson already had his mind made up on Alabama before Bo Davis arrived for his in-home visit last Saturday morning. Texas was dead in the water but Robinson and his mother actually had the balls (or ignorance) to ask Davis for help on filling out his Alabama scholarship paperwork so he could have everything ready for National Signing Day. That's basically the last contact Texas had.

fuckin shitbird. on top of that he whined about UT leaking the info?

[TheMex]

Just in case anyone is wondering, the prospects with "NR" next to their name just means "not ranked." A lot of those guys should be ranked and will be later on in the year. "OOS" is all of the out-of-state prospects that Texas is looking at. I remember that this time last yr most of us didnt know who Deoundrei Davis and Daeshon Hall were. So there are a bunch of 4 stars in that group of visitors, we just dont know who they are right now.

[TFloss32]

I remember that this time last yr most of us didnt know who Deoundrei Davis and Daeshon Hall were. So there are a bunch of 4 stars in that group of visitors, we just dont know who they are right now.

Another guy I like a lot is ATH Derrick Neal of Dallas Lincoln. I've seen confliciting reports about which Junior Day he'll attend, but I'd be down if he's an offer. He's #38 on the front page if anyone wants to check him out.

[TFloss32]

props to floss for best recruiting updates on internet, thanks bro


Agree..thx tfloss for all the info.

Not a problem.

[Sisk]

Last time I'll mention DT A'Shawn Robinson on here, but I wanted to relay this story that I read on OrangeBloods this morning. Turns out Robinson already had his mind made up on Alabama before Bo Davis arrived for his in-home visit last Saturday morning. Texas was dead in the water but Robinson and his mother actually had the balls (or ignorance) to ask Davis for help on filling out his Alabama scholarship paperwork so he could have everything ready for National Signing Day. That's basically the last contact Texas had.


Holy shit. I love to see the horns miserable, but that's unreal. I second symple's thoughts on this one. What an idiot

[Sisk]

And yeah, thank you for all of the information and letting other fans post on here. Pretty sure we grew up in the same neighborhood too, Tfloss.

[TFloss32]

Another name that may get to Austin tomorrow is LB Cordell Dorsey of Abilene Cooper (24/7):

http://247sports.com/Player/Cordell-Dorsey-14202

[TFloss32]

Pretty sure we grew up in the same neighborhood too, Tfloss.

Really? PM me when you have time and let me know where you used to live.

[Bloeddyr10]

Max Olson of ESPN has texted with Tony Brown, and Brown says he will definitely be in Austin tomorrow, sunday.

Great news!

[Bloeddyr10]

LB Greg Miclisse of Bayside High School (Fl.) claims that Texas has offered, according to ESPN.

http://247sports.com/Player/Greg-Miclisse-24683
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/912812/highlights/27439373

Not the most impressive offer list; Cincinnati, Louisville, Tennessee, Nebraska and Utah are probably his biggest offers. I really don't get this offer.

[TFloss32]

Two quick notes on prospects that we talked a little bit about yesterday...

-OL Connor Mayes of Van Alstyne is definitely coming in tomorrow. Because Texas signed a large OL class in 2013 and he's an interior guy, it's hard to tell what Texas' plans may be because Knox and Cuney also project inside. I can tell you that he's huge, moves really well for his size and he's pretty aggressive. The best part is he's a ginger. I would not mind if UT offered because I think he's legit and there's room. We shall see.

-Inside Texas thinks DE Jarrett Johnson of Katy Seven Lakes will be offered tomorrow and could possibly pull the trigger. He's been offered by Mizzou and Northwestern thus far, so UT would easily be his best offer to date. He supposedly grew up loving the Texas program so that's a bonus. I'm not sure how I feel about an offer to Johnson at this point, but this would definitely be a case of going after a guy because of his measurables and upside. More of an athlete than a football player at this point. LSU is trying to get him on campus next weekend.

[shyne]

Cam Hampton is commit #1 today at junior day according to Erik nahlin

[bluetrumpet]

Great pickup. Hopefully we hav a few more today

[shyne]

I want Darrion Johnson one of fav players in the class.

[shyne]

Ed Paris made it to Austin today according to orangebloods.

[ThePop]

Nick Watkins couldn't make it, had a family emergency.
Pruitt and Gardner will be coming in on the 23rd instead, hopefully watkins too.

[Bloeddyr10]

Great with Hampton!

Also, one of the guys from Ohio State's site on ESPN, says that LB Dillon Bates of Ponte Vedra High School (Fl.) has received an offer from Manny Diaz. Unlike Miclisse, I really really like Bates' tape! Also, he is the son of former Dallas Cowboys great Bill Bates, which probably means that Texas isn't that far away from Florida.

I really like that Diaz is getting in on a lot of OOS LB's this year!

[TFloss32]

Cam Hampton is commit #1 today at junior day according to Erik nahlin

Surprised me this morning when I woke up since he had Texas running behind OU and OK State a few days ago.

Great way to start the LB class.

[TFloss32]

Also, one of the guys from Ohio State's site on ESPN, says that LB Dillon Bates of Ponte Vedra High School (Fl.) has received an offer from Manny Diaz. Unlike Miclisse, I really really like Bates' tape! Also, he is the son of former Dallas Cowboys great Bill Bates, which probably means that Texas isn't that far away from Florida.

http://247sports.com/Player/Dillon-Bates-22535

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/134720/#highlights/19894432

[TFloss32]

We'll do a recap of the attendees list later on.

LB Tay Evans of Allen made it to town. Doesn't look like CB/S Tony Brown is there.

[TFloss32]

WR Willy Ivery of Sulphur Springs did not make it in today. He's invited to both UT and Tech's Junior Days on the 23rd.

[ThePop]

Looks like Bernard, Knox, Heard, Joe, Gresham, and Roberson.
http://distilleryimage4.instagram.com/cb11106c73b311e29bdc22000a9f3c8f_7.jpg

[TFloss32]

CB/S John Bonney of Houston Lamar made it to town.

[TFloss32]

Looks like Bernard, Knox, Heard, Joe, Gresham, and Roberson.
http://distilleryimage4.instagram.com/cb11106c73b311e29bdc22000a9f3c8f_7.jpg

Heard looks like he's grown quite a bit.

[Bloeddyr10]

Heard looks like he's grown, indeed. But he's still too skinny in my opinion! Love the way Roberson looks! Looks to have a pretty good frame and some awesome hair!

[TheMex]

Any news on new offers?

[Bloeddyr10]

Texting with one JD2 invite today who hit me with this line of all line: (On the film he'll put together of his play next year) "It's gonna be so x rated you have to be 18 and older to watch that. You gonna be like 'Damn I ain't even know you can do that.'"

It has to be either a defensive player or Leonard Fournette, whoever it is, I hope he ends up at Texas!

Edit: It's an offensive player.

[Bloeddyr10]

Any news on new offers?

It looks like John Bonney has been offered.

[ThePop]

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I really want Darrion Johnson to get an offer

[shyne]

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I really want Darrion Johnson to get an offer

Me too I'm getting the feeling they are gonna fuck things up with him.

[Bloeddyr10]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCxQ3D_CUAMJ7Qt.jpg:large

Darrion Johnson, John Bonney, Jerrod Heard, Daniel Gresham, Demetrius Knox, Roderick Bernard and Lorenzo Joe.

[ATX_Horn]

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I really want Darrion Johnson to get an offer

This!!! I'll be pretty pissed if we screw up his recruitment ala Maurice Smith.

[ThePop]

Joe
http://distilleryimage3.instagram.com/e1c379e273c911e2914122000a9f1439_7.jpg

[TFloss32]

It looks like John Bonney has been offered.

One of the more underrated DBs. I like it.

[ThePop]

Tony Brown and Ed Paris:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCxhPJvCAAA9EZ1.jpg

[TFloss32]

DE Jarrett Johnson of Katy Seven Lakes has been offered.

[ThePop]

Houston Lamar DB John Bonney (http://texas.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?Sport=1&pr_key=141384) didn't know what to expect when he made his way to Austin on Sunday for a Longhorn junior day. He really didn't know what to expect when he was pulled aside and toldMack Brown (http://texas.rivals.com/viewcoach.asp?Coach=64) wanted to speak to him, shortly after arriving on campus.

Things couldn't have gone much better for Bonney.



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John Bonney picked up an offer from Texas on Sunday morning.


"When I first got there, they pulled me aside and took me to coach Brown's office. I got to meet his wife, and he personally offered me there," Bonney said. "Then I got a chance to talk to my position coach, coach (Duane) Akina, and coach (Oscar) Giles, who recruits my area."

When Bonney was pulled aside at roughly 9 a.m., he didn't know an offer was coming. When he realized he was being taken to Mack Brown's office, his heart rate picked up by a tick or two.

"He's one of the best coaches of all time. It felt pretty good that he has that much interest in me," Bonney said. "That was pretty good. It was the first thing I did when I got there, talk to coach Brown, so that was pretty big.

"I didn't even know I was going to his office at first. I saw his name on the door, went into this big office. When he told me about the offer, I was really happy. Both my parents were happy too. My mom likes the whole situation at Texas and my dad liked Mack Brown and coach Akina."

Bonney was impressed with what he saw at the junior day visit, but he wants to see some other schools before coming to a final decision. In fact, Bonney is planning a busy spring tour of campus visits, starting with a visit to LSU's junior day next week.

"I'm going to Ohio State to see some spring practice, Northwestern, Auburn and I'm going to try to go to UCLA. Those are the out of state teams" Bonney said. "I'll go to Baylor as well. It's going to be busy but I want to get as much in as possible. Soon, I'll make a commitment somewhere. I want to at least narrow my list down."

As for a timeframe on a final decision, Bonney doesn't have a deadline in mind, but he's thinking his recruitment doesn't go past the summer.

"I have to get with my dad, my parents. They have to put what they want into it, give me some advice," Bonney said. "I want to be committed before my senior season starts."

The 6-0, 179-pound Bonney ws told by the Texas coaches that they liked his ability to play anywhere in the secondary, and an in-person scouting opportunity by Akina during the 2012 high school playoffs was enough to seal the deal on an offer.

"Coach Akina really liked the fact that I can play both corner and safety" Bonney said. "He said I fit their scheme and he likes my size as well. Me being six feet, I'm big enough for corner and already have good size for a safety. He got to see me play in person, so he saw my versatility."

Bonney doesn't have a formal list of favorites, but the Longhorns appeared to have made a strong enough impression during the junior day visit that they'll likely remain in the race down to the wire.

"Even when they hadn't offered me, I always felt like it would be a good situation. I was still interested in them," Bonney said. "I've been interested in them since I was little. I've been going to a Texas game every year since I was 10. It feels great for them to offer. They're definitely high up there for me. Now I just have to see how everything else goes."

Along with the offer from Texas, Bonney has picked up scholarships from the likes of Auburn, Baylor, Houston, LSU, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas Tech and UCLA. Bonney's father, Jerry Bonney, played basketball collegiately for the Houston Cougars.

[Bloeddyr10]

Quick notes from the weekend from ESPN:

- Dillon Bates will try to come to Texas in March or April so see what's it like to be a Texas player with workouts and teammeetings. Said he remember the orange color from when he grew up, and says that it means a lot to him. He attended a JD at Tennessee this weekend and will be at a Florida DJ next week.

- Tony Brown showed up later than everybody else, so he got to see everything alone. He really liked that. Also said his visit went great.

- Ed Paris had this text to Max Olson; "UT WAS FUN".

[ATX_Horn]

TFloss, The Pop, and Bloeddyr...thanks for all the info...much appreciated.

[texas4ever]

CB, Darrion Johnson holding the hardware!

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BCyQAMMCMAA351B.jpg:large

[TheMex]

No "The Eyes" on 247 this morning?

[TFloss32]

Rivals has released their first Top 100 for 2014:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-rivals100/2014;_ylt=AoUFhtEGQCsnM7Xgu5ZPz_VGPZB4

[TFloss32]

Quotes from LB Dillon Bates of Ponte Vedra, FL after receiving a Texas offer (OrangeBloods):

"I was kind of getting Facebook messages from coach Diaz and coach Brown. Then I just got off the phone with coach Brown a few minutes ago," Bates said on Sunday afternoon. "They offered me this morning so it's been an exciting day."

"Mack Brown had asked me to call him. He had to do some junior day stuff, but I called back (Sunday) afternoon. We were just talking about their recruiting class this year, how they didn't take many defensive players knowing they had so many returning starters."

"He said he's excited about my class, the players from Texas and some players from out of state, which they rarely go to. So that's exciting that they see me out of state and want to come get me. It's very humbling."

"Growing up in Texas, watching Texas and there would be a Longhorn every place you go to. That always puts Texas a little higher than most others," Bates said. "I'm looking forward to getting to Texas, seeing the campus, meeting the players and coaches. That's the next step."

"My parents always tell me go wherever I feel comfortable. I have family in Tennessee and my dad went there. But I'm going to go where I feel most comfortable, what fits me," Bates said. "The ultimate decision for me is where I can fit in for four or five years. I'm not locked into Tennessee like people think."

"I was kind of thinking I sort of did (want to cut his list), but other schools keep offering like UCLA, USC is about to, Florida is coming in. That made it a whole lot more confusing. This is a once in a lifetime experience, so I'm just enjoying it," Bates said.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from RB Donald Catalon after attending Texas' Junior Day (24/7):

“He (Mack Brown) made it clear to us that he didn’t want us to look around,” explained Catalon. “After talking it out, I’m not going to take visits anywhere. Texas has my back, so I have theirs. The only visits I’m taking now are to the spring practices and the spring game in Austin.”

“It made me want to be a Longhorn even more than before,” Catalon said. “I’m definitely going to Texas. I’m 100-percent committed and 100-percent sure that Texas is the place for me. I’m looking forward to my future there.”

“He (Larry Porter) was a very nice guy,” said Catalon. “All the coaches were nice, but I really liked him. It was great getting to finally meet him. I like him a lot actually. To me it really stood out how just about every starting running back he’s coached has went on to be successful in the NFL. That stood out big time really. I really liked learning how much success he’s had in the past.”

“Getting to know those guys (the other commitments) was great,” Catalon told Hookem.com. “We all really hit it off. It makes me excited about our future.”

[TFloss32]

Update on WR Lorenzo Joe after Sunday's visit to Austin (24/7):

“The whole thing went really good,” said Joe. “It was just a lot of fun. I had a blast getting to hang out with those guys (the other commitments). We all talk through text or online or whatever, but none of us has really had the chance to hang out since we all committed last season. So today gave us that chance. It really felt like we’ve all known each other for a while. We all hit it off really well and I feel like we already have some team chemistry going.”

“I didn’t get to do as much (recruiting) as I planned on,” he explained. “I did get to do some, though, so that was good. I talked with the newest commit, Cam (Hampton) from Dallas (Carter). We talked a little. I talked with Solomon Thomas some and told him it was good to finally meet him and just bragged on Texas to him. I also had a chance to talk to John (Bonney), who Texas offered. I told him he would do big things at Texas and that he should just go ahead and commit. I feel good about that one for sure.”

“I’m very excited about Texas’ new offense,” Joe said. “They talked to the offensive recruits about it and told us about the future of the offense and what exactly they’re looking for. With me being a wide receiver, it sounded great. He said they were going to spread it out a little more, but also try to remain balanced. It’s not going to be just 100-percent passing or anything, but the passing game will be a big part of it. They do want to spread it out more and simplify it, though. They also want it to be much more up-tempo, with more speed on the field to run more plays per game.”

[TFloss32]

No "The Eyes" on 247 this morning?

Sorry, I didn't get into the office this morning until about 11 a.m. I posted all of the relevant info.

[TheMex]

Sorry, I didn't get into the office this morning until about 11 a.m. I posted all of the relevant info. Was just wondering, thanks a lot man.

[TFloss32]

A look at the new weightroom:

http://www.texassports.com/allaccess/?media=369305

[TFloss32]

Below is an updated list of everyone that showed up for the first Junior Day. DE Jarrett Johnson and S John Bonney were the only new offers:

Junior Day #1 (February 10th)
QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer TEXAS
RB, Donald Catalon, Aldine Eisenhower TEXAS
RB/FB, Daniel Gresham, Fort Worth All Saints TEXAS
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
WR, Roderick Bernard, Houston Sharpstown TEXAS
OL, Demetrius Knox, Fort Worth All Saints TEXAS
OL, Ty Barrett, Dallas Skyline
OL, Connor Mayes, Van Alstyne
DT, Mychealon Thomas, Dallas Skyline
DT, Najee Toran, Galena Park North Shore
DE, Victor Evans, Dallas Skyline
DE, Jarrett Johnson, Katy Seven Lakes
DE, Solomon Thomas, Coppell
DE, Derick Roberson, San Antonio Brennan TEXAS
LB, Cordell Dorsey, Abilene Cooper
LB, Tay Evans, Allen
LB, Cameron Hampton, Dallas Carter TEXAS
LB, Zach Whitley, Galena Park North Shore
LB, Everett Williams, Mansfield Legacy
CB, Darrion Johnson, Brenham
CB/S, Tony Brown, Beaumont Ozen
S, John Bonney, Houston Lamar
S, Derrick Dixon, Dallas Skyline
S, Edward Paris, Mansfield Timberview
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2015 QB, Trey Cumbie, Lufkin
2015 WR, Terry Mark, Lufkin
2015 OL, Erik McCoy, Lufkin
2015 DT, DJ Williams, Lufkin
2015 CB, Kendall Sheffield, Fort Bend Marshall
2015 ATH, Keke Coutee, Lufkin

[TheMex]

A look at the new weightroom: http://www.texassports.com/allaccess/?media=369305 Ah, I remember when I used to work out at that place. I remember spotting Colt McCoy between his sophomore and junior yr and thinking to myself, "This guy sucks!"

[TFloss32]

Latest with DE Jarrett Johnson of Katy Seven Lakes after receiving his Texas offer yesterday (24/7):

“I'd give it a 9.5 out of 10,” Johnson said of his time in Austin. “It's not exactly what I thought it would be because it was better. Everything I saw really surprised me.”

“All of the coaches seemed great,” Johnson said. “They all seemed really professional.”

“The best part was looking at what the campus offered,” Johnson said. “Getting to watch some of the players go through a workout and lift was pretty exciting.”

“We saw a lot of the facilities,” Johnson said. “We went inside the practice bubble. I really liked the weight room and the locker room. I liked how in the weight room they have their own specially-designed plates. "

“I want a school with a good education system,” Johnson said. “I want to go somewhere where they care about their players and have a desire to win.”

[TFloss32]

More quotes from DE Jarrett Johnson (OrangeBloods):

"Yes sir. From coach (Mack) Brown himself," responded Johnson via text when asked if he received a scholarship offer from Texas. "It went great. It was an amazing experience."

"It was a special thing," said Johnson. "I've gotten two other offers but this one was the best. He (Brown) made it feel like a real interview and it was cool seeing his office and his many rings."

"Texas has been somewhere I wanted to see, so that's a childhood dream come true," Johnson said. "It was great."

"Yeah, they're in a good spot," Johnson responded when asked where Texas stood right now on his list. "(A commitment) is something I have to go over with my parents before I can think of that."

[ThePop]

Darrion Johnson has an offer if you trust his Rivals page.

[ATX_Horn]

Darrion Johnson has an offer if you trust his Rivals page.

IT is reporting from a Texas source and Darrion's brother that he DOES have a Texas offer.

[shyne]

IT is reporting from a Texas source and Darrion's brother that he DOES have a Texas offer.

And over hookem they are reporting that he does not. But they won't post shit unless they are one hundred percent sure most of the time.

[TFloss32]

WR Willy Ivery of Sulphur Springs will be going to Texas Tech's Junior Day on the 23rd, not UT.

[TFloss32]

ESPN had a report on Mack's new policy when it comes to commitments taking visits. OL Demetrius Knox isn't happy about it which isn't much of a surprise. Apparently he called Mack and Searels before he left Junior Day to talk things over:

"I feel like, regardless, if you are committed or not, you should be allowed to take visits and official visits to other colleges because, what happens your freshman and sophomore year if you are at a university and you didn't take those visits?" Knox said. "You might have second thoughts or whatever. If you went on those visits you get to decide what school is best for you so you can never have second thoughts."

[Kermit]

ESPN had a report on Mack's new policy when it comes to commitments taking visits. OL Demetrius Knox isn't happy about it which isn't much of a surprise. Apparently he called Mack and Searels before he left Junior Day to talk things over:

"I feel like, regardless, if you are committed or not, you should be allowed to take visits and official visits to other colleges because, what happens your freshman and sophomore year if you are at a university and you didn't take those visits?" Knox said. "You might have second thoughts or whatever. If you went on those visits you get to decide what school is best for you so you can never have second thoughts."
So don't fucking commit.

[Jimmiemac]

Does Mackdaddy go after players committed to other schools?

[Kermit]

Does Mackdaddy go after players committed to other schools?

Are you insinuating that Mack Brown, ol' ButterTooth, might be a hypocrite? That he might say one thing, and do another?

[TFloss32]

Does Mackdaddy go after players committed to other schools?

He does. And it's one reason why he needs to just shut up and recruit.

[TFloss32]

Top 250 from Rivals:

http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-3202/2014

[ATX_Horn]

Does Mackdaddy go after players committed to other schools?

Yes. If you're still interested in a player, you continue to recruit the player until he signs a LOI or
he tells you to GTFO. Hell, you still have to keep recruiting your own verbal commits until NSD.

Too many of these kids make verbal commits and later change their minds...I feel you should take
all of your visits then make a decision and stick with it. If you want to take visits then simply do not commit.

[TFloss32]

For those that are interested, the spring game is no longer Easter Sunday.

It's now Saturday, March 30th, at 6:30 p.m.

[Kermit]

For those that are interested, the spring game is no longer Easter Sunday.

It's now Saturday, March 30th, at 6:30 p.m.

I would like to see a high turnout with t-shirts that read, "You can't win all the time...", a banner with Deloss's quote flown over the stadium, and effigies of Mack, Deloss, and Plonsky burned with angry chants, and mobs lighting torches and carrying pitch-forks. You know, a normal day in Egypt.

[TFloss32]

I would like to see a high turnout with t-shirts that read, "You can't win all the time...", a banner with Deloss's quote flown over the stadium, and effigies of Mack, Deloss, and Plonsky burned with angry chants, and mobs lighting torches and carrying pitch-forks. You know, a normal day in Egypt.


Almost guaranteed someone will make that shirt. I'm sure some Shaggy guys are already on it.

[TFloss32]

From OL Demetrius Knox a couple of minutes ago:

@meechy77
Wow... I see I don't have the people behind me right now... Cool

[TheMex]

From OL Demetrius Knox a couple of minutes ago: @meechy77 Wow... I see I don't have the people behind me right now... Cool I want the kid but he should just decommit, explore the grounds and make a decision. I don't want another A Robinson 2.0 And to be fair, they changed the rule after his commitment.

[Sisk]

I thought that was always Mack's rule.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

I thought that was always Mack's rule.

Reiterated for emphasis :lol

[TheMex]

I thought that was always Mack's rule. It was but for some reason Mack let A'Shawn Robinson take official visits and that episode happened. Now, everyone knows about it and the rule has been ultra reinforced.

[TFloss32]

It was but for some reason Mack let A'Shawn Robinson take official visits and that episode happened. Now, everyone knows about it and the rule has been ultra reinforced.

You have to wonder if this is even an issue if A'Shawn didn't go with Alabama. It hit Mack hard and he's acting like he was blindsided even though A'Shawn took three official visits. The worst part is there was no contingency plan put in place by the staff and Texas was left without a single defensive lineman in 2013. It's almost as if Mack is doing this to make himself feel better because he knows top-notch recruits are starting to doubt the Texas program. When it comes to Knox, I've viewed him as a "soft" verbal since he committed. He likes the recruiting game too much and I think there's drama surrounding him even if Mack didn't reinforce this rule. He may end up with Texas but his recruitment won't be without its frustrating moments.

[ThePop]

From OL Demetrius Knox a couple of minutes ago:

@meechy77
Wow... I see I don't have the people behind me right now... Cool

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[Vito Corleone]

Mack has had a pretty firm rule in place for lower ranked recruits, but for the big time recruits he has let them stay committed and take visits as long as they keep him in the loop. He treats the must have kids different than the 3-star kids.

[TFloss32]

Mack has had a pretty firm rule in place for lower ranked recruits, but for the big time recruits he has let them stay committed and take visits as long as they keep him in the loop. He treats the must have kids different than the 3-star kids.

That's why I'm so interested to see how this plays out. Mack makes a bold claim but when these four-stars and five-stars start looking around, just how hard is he going to search for their potential replacements? We all know how he hates going outside of his comfort zone when it comes to recruiting. Either he's talking nonsense and nothing will happen, or he's going to have to be prepared for the consequences if this policy pushes a recruit he really covets to another school.

[TFloss32]

Since we're talking about Mack's recruiting policy, here's a good read on some of the new recruiting rules being implemented by the NCAA. Some SEC schools like Alabama, Florida and Georgia already have staffs of 20+ getting ready for the change. Texas doesn't even have a recruiting coordinator for defense as things stand.

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/8859982/new-ncaa-recruiting-bylaw-inundate-recruits-calls-text-messages

[ThePop]

2013 ESPN 300 prospect DT Tevin Lawson (http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/150413/tevin-lawson) (Denham Springs, La./Denham Springs) might still be a week away from deciding his future.

After visiting Kentucky over the weekend, Lawson will fly to TCU for an official visit Wednesday morning, his high school coach, Dru Nettles said. He is also pondering whether to stay in Texas for an official visit with the Longhorns over the weekend.

"It sounds like he had a good trip to Kentucky," Nettles said of Lawson, who projects as a defensive tackle by the schools that are recruiting him. "The interest from the big schools has been picking up. He's turned down Oklahoma, Miami and Oklahoma State."

[Bloeddyr10]

2013 ESPN 300 prospect DT Tevin Lawson (http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/150413/tevin-lawson) (Denham Springs, La./Denham Springs) might still be a week away from deciding his future.

After visiting Kentucky over the weekend, Lawson will fly to TCU for an official visit Wednesday morning, his high school coach, Dru Nettles said. He is also pondering whether to stay in Texas for an official visit with the Longhorns over the weekend.

"It sounds like he had a good trip to Kentucky," Nettles said of Lawson, who projects as a defensive tackle by the schools that are recruiting him. "The interest from the big schools has been picking up. He's turned down Oklahoma, Miami and Oklahoma State."

Great find! TCU will be his fourth official visit and Texas could become his fifth. He hopes to have thing wrapped up sometime next week.

Just to clarify for those wondering, he haven't signed his LOI because LSU changed his scholarship offer to a greyshirt.

[Twisted_Dawg]

ESPN had a report on Mack's new policy when it comes to commitments taking visits. OL Demetrius Knox isn't happy about it which isn't much of a surprise. Apparently he called Mack and Searels before he left Junior Day to talk things over:

"I feel like, regardless, if you are committed or not, you should be allowed to take visits and official visits to other colleges because, what happens your freshman and sophomore year if you are at a university and you didn't take those visits?" Knox said. "You might have second thoughts or whatever. If you went on those visits you get to decide what school is best for you so you can never have second thoughts."


So don't fucking commit.

On one hand you can't blame a kid for taking visits to other schools. Some kid that committed to UT two years ago as a junior when it appeared UT might be back on the upswing, suddenly sees UT in a free fall in his senior season and not a good place to play anymore. So, you can't blame the kid for exploring other options and opportunity.

I just wish the NCAA would ban recruiting players until they are offically seniors (May of their junior year). This would stop a lot of this bullshit.

[Sisk]

Mack has had a pretty firm rule in place for lower ranked recruits, but for the big time recruits he has let them stay committed and take visits as long as they keep him in the loop. He treats the must have kids different than the 3-star kids.

Not a very wise approach IMO.

[spursncowboys]

So don't fucking commit.
Precisely! :lmao

[TheMex]

To be fair, the kid committed before the rule. He thought he could do what Robinson was doing.

[ThePop]

OU has been cleaning up their staff
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[Vito Corleone]

On one hand you can't blame a kid for taking visits to other schools. Some kid that committed to UT two years ago as a junior when it appeared UT might be back on the upswing, suddenly sees UT in a free fall in his senior season and not a good place to play anymore. So, you can't blame the kid for exploring other options and opportunity.

I just wish the NCAA would ban recruiting players until they are offically seniors (May of their junior year). This would stop a lot of this bullshit.

You do realize that UT won 9 games last year. Now if you are saying we are down from what Texas fans are used to, I agree, but I'd hardly say we are free falling.

[TFloss32]

OU has been cleaning up their staff
301575821456461825

Good. He's visiting UT on the 23rd.

[TFloss32]

Latest with OL Terrell Cuney of Jasper (OrangeBloods):

"That's just something I love to do - compete," Cuney said. "My whole family is like that."

"Texas is probably the most interested right now. Oklahoma State came a couple weeks ago. TCU had come by and introduced themselves to me," Cuney said. "Texas Tech and Florida State have been sending me letters."

"I want to see the facilities (at Texas). I want to go in the classrooms, see how it is. I want to see the field house, I just want one school to amaze me," Cuney said. "When I walk in, I just want to have one school blow me away and make me want to play there."

"Texas, no doubt (is number one). They show the most interest. I get a lot of Facebook messages from them, pretty much every day," Cuney said. "It amazes me, with me coming from Texas, for the University of Texas to be looking at me like they are. I love Texas. But like I said, I'm keeping my options open."

"Everyone is recruiting me as a true center, but I feel I can play anywhere they put me," Cuney said. "I like the part at center, being in control of the line. Center is the most important part of line, and I'm not just saying that because I play it. You get to call the shots, tell people where to go. You have to be the smartest one, have to be able to locate the MIKE linebacker, tell the linemen where to go. I like to be a boss."

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, Texas recently offered OL Joseph Paul of St. Augustine HS in New Orleans, LA. He's the high school teammate of RB Leonard Fournette. Both guys are expected in Austin next weekend for the second Junior Day.

http://247sports.com/Player/Joseph-Paul-16966

"Texas, I know they are a great program, and I liked the Longhorns growing up when I lived in Texas. Texas head coach Mack Brown came by the school and offered me a few weeks ago. I think me and a couple of teammates are supposed to go to junior day Feb. 23."

[TheMex]

Im very excited about the recruitment of Leonard Fournette. I wouldnt think that we had a chance but with Porter on our side, I think we do. Its down to Alabama, LSU, Aggies, and us. And if he shows up for Jr Day, that will be HUGE!

[ThePop]

We already have 2 RBs committed, I wonder if that will effect his interest in any way

[TheMex]

We already have 2 RBs committed, I wonder if that will effect his interest in any way Well, the coaches can always say that Gresham is more of a FB and bc they didnt sign a RB last class they will take 2 this one. Plus, Fournette is a freak of nature so Im sure it wont affect him. Im more worried about scaring Catalon away.

[TFloss32]

Good article on Texas and other schools reinforcing the "no visit" policy for commitments:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/8938840/bcs-programs-no-visit-policies-commits-make-little-sense

[TFloss32]

Another ESPN article on Mack returning to an old offensive philosphy after three years:

http://espn.go.com/colleges/texas/football/story/_/id/8936358/mack-brown-texas-longhorns-heading-spread-offensive-attack

[TFloss32]

Interesting tweet by WR Bryant Jackson. He's in the equipment room with a black helmet on:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BC_egNNCEAE9Hzi.jpg:large

[TFloss32]

Quotes from CB Darrion Johnson of Brenham (24/7):

“We talked and he (Mack Brown) offered me,” Johnson said. “He didn't say a lot. He just told me there's no pressure on me. He offered and I'm going to take my time.”

“I think Texas would be a good school to go to,” Johnson said. “When I started I really wanted Oklahoma and Texas to offer me and now they have.”

“I liked the workouts,” he said. “You have no time to rest. It's fast and you have to go.”

“He's (Quandre Diggs) physical and he's a playmaker,” Johnson said.

“He's (Duane Akina) very cool,” Johnson said. “I like him a lot.”

“Tim (Cole) and Malcom (Brown) talked to me and said they aren't going to make me go anywhere,” Johnson said. “I'm just going to look at all of the schools and go where I want to go.”

“I want it to be a school that fits me,” Johnson said. “I just want to it to feel like they want me to be there.”

[TFloss32]

Latest with OL Ty Barrett of Dallas Skyline (24/7):

“It (the Texas Junior Day) was good,” Barrett said. “It was real nice. I liked that it was very family oriented for sure. I enjoyed getting to see the nice facilities and meeting all the good people and coaches there. I had a good time.”

“I thought all the coaches were great,” said Barrett. “Especially Coach Searels though. Coach Searels has a lot of high energy just like my high school coach. Meeting with him was probably my favorite part of the day. I loved watching film with him and seeing how crunk he gets about things. He gets fired up and is really into it! I liked that the most.”

“Unfortunately I didn’t get offered,” Barrett told Hookem.com. “Basically they said they will stay in touch with me, but they didn’t offer."

“I’m okay with that,” he added. “I’m a pretty patient person, so I was OK with it. They told me to be patient with them, which is fine with me.”

“Definitely not,” he answered when asked. “I still like the Horns.”

“So far I’ve visited Texas and Oklahoma,” explained Barrett. “Next up for me is Oklahoma State this weekend and then Texas Tech on the 23rd of this month. That should be it for right now. I might make it back for the spring game (at Texas), but I don’t know.”

[Bloeddyr10]

Honestly, I doubt that Knox' going to leave Texas. Last night were pretty interesting if you read his twitter. He had a tweet about how TCU "wronged" him? I don't know what that means, but it didn't sound good for TCU. Later, he tweeted about Texas' class, and some Alabama fan tweeted that he should wait to all the other teams to get their recruits, and then someting about Knox should come play for them. Apparently, Saban treat his players like crap. At least, that what Knox said. It was acutally a pretty "fun" conversation.

Maybe Knox is enjoying the process, but right now, even though it's "just" twitter, I wouldn't doubt his commitment!

[ThePop]

Honestly, I doubt that Knox' going to leave Texas. Last night were pretty interesting if you read his twitter. He had a tweet about how TCU "wronged" him? I don't know what that means, but it didn't sound good for TCU. Later, he tweeted about Texas' class, and some Alabama fan tweeted that he should wait to all the other teams to get their recruits, and then someting about Knox should come play for them. Apparently, Saban treat his players like crap. At least, that what Knox said. It was acutally a pretty "fun" conversation.

Maybe Knox is enjoying the process, but right now, even though it's "just" twitter, I wouldn't doubt his commitment!

He committed the night we lost to TCU

[TFloss32]

WR Lorenzo Joe, OL Demetrius Knox, RB/FB Daniel Gresham and QB Jerrod Heard

http://i825.photobucket.com/albums/zz174/ericg320/knoxpic_zps1293b990.png

[TFloss32]

Quotes from LB Cameron Hampton on his commitment to Texas (OrangeBloods):

"I was lucky to make it to the junior day. After we played on Friday, I told my mom and dad that I wanted to go down there," Hampton said. "We left on Saturday at 5:30, got there at 8 o'clock that night. I actually called the Texas coaches when I got there and told them. They didn't even know. I talked to coach (Bruce) Chambers. He was very ecstatic that I was there."

"My family and I made the decision to go sit in coach (Mack) Brown's office. We had talked for a little bit. Coach Brown, coach Chambers and coach (Manny) Diaz talked about what they like about me and why they recruited me. After that, I just pulled the trigger."
"It hit me right there on the spot on Sunday. I had no intentions of committing until I got there and it just felt right."

"I felt at home at Texas. My family can come and see me play since I'm in the state," Hampton said. "I just got a good vibe about Texas when I was down there."

"His words were that he doesn't want me to go on any visits. When other schools call, tell everyone I'm backing off and staying committed to Texas," Hampton said. "He has my word as a man, so I have to stay committed. It really doesn't bother me (not taking other visits)."

"I feel right about the decision and as coach Chambers told me, if I was to get hurt, the scholarship would still be on the line. But I plan on having a great season, and I don't plan on getting hurt."

"They said I have good character. I 'm a leader, I make big plays in big times," Hampton said. "They like the way I run sideline to sideline and make plays. I think they're recruiting me as an outside guy but I can play anywhere."

[leemajors]

sadly, this thought is probably the exception not the rule these days:

"He has my word as a man, so I have to stay committed. It really doesn't bother me (not taking other visits)."

[TheMex]

Im so glad that he is not planning on getting injured, that says a lot about his character.

[Bloeddyr10]

More on LB Dillon Bates:

He has two older brothers who have played for Northwestern and Arkansas State, so going out of state isn't a problem to him. He also consider himself a Texan due to his first 8 years in Texas. His father travels to Texas multiple times a month, so there should be opportunities enough for him to visit Austin.

[TheMex]

DE Jarrett Johnson just got offered by Oklahoma and A&M. I know that fans are not super high on him but I guess the schools are, we might be missing out on something.

[leemajors]

Im so glad that he is not planning on getting injured, that says a lot about his character.

I passed right over that, :lol

[TFloss32]

DE Jarrett Johnson just got offered by Oklahoma and A&M. I know that fans are not super high on him but I guess the schools are, we might be missing out on something.

Glad Texas has been on him for quite a while if he's about to blow up.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods saying that RB Ke'aun Kinner is supposed to receive his SAT score tomorrow. Mack alluded to signing "one more" player for the 2013 class during his National Signing Day press conference, so hopefully everything works out.

[texas4ever]

Per ESPN, Ke'aun Kinner update:

A lot of you have been waiting for some movement on the Ke'aun Kinner situation. The Little Elm RB will be a Longhorn if he can get the test scores he needs.
Kinner got his SAT score back today. He needed an 800. The score he got was 750. So now he moves on to the ACT results, which he's expecting to receive on Feb. 25.
Remember, Kinner did sign with Navarro College earlier this month so that's his fall-back plan if he can't get his scores up.

[TFloss32]

Per ESPN, Ke'aun Kinner update:

A lot of you have been waiting for some movement on the Ke'aun Kinner situation. The Little Elm RB will be a Longhorn if he can get the test scores he needs.
Kinner got his SAT score back today. He needed an 800. The score he got was 750. So now he moves on to the ACT results, which he's expecting to receive on Feb. 25.
Remember, Kinner did sign with Navarro College earlier this month so that's his fall-back plan if he can't get his scores up.

Thanks.

OrangeBloods seems to think Texas has moved on and Kinner's coach hasn't heard from UT in a couple of weeks. Bummer.

[TFloss32]

S Jamal Adams has tweeted that he will NOT be making it to Austin for the second Junior Day. He has a track meet that weekend but is looking into getting to campus the following week.

[AaronY]

Looks like Bernard, Knox, Heard, Joe, Gresham, and Roberson.
http://distilleryimage4.instagram.com/cb11106c73b311e29bdc22000a9f3c8f_7.jpg
Jesus, what a collection of punchable faces

[Bloeddyr10]

'15 RB Rawleigh Williams of Biphop Lynch (Dallas/Tx.) says that his teammates, '14 DE Obi Anozie and '14 WR Tremel Glasper, and him will be attending the JD at 23rd.

[TheMex]

Any news on our offered prospects taking other Jr day visits?

[TheMex]

No news is good news

[Bloeddyr10]

Good read about what to watch this spring.

http://www.burntorangenation.com/2013/2/18/3993530/texas-longhorns-spring-football-storylines-david-ash-quandre-diggs-manny-diaz

[TFloss32]

Both DT DeShawn Washington and DT Zaycoven Henderson will NOT be in town this Saturday. No reason given but it could be track meets.

[TFloss32]

Any news on our offered prospects taking other Jr day visits?

I haven't seen much but I'll let you know if I see anything significant. OL Terrell Cuney was supposed to be in College Station over the weekend and I know DE Jarrett Johnson had been looking into going to LSU.

[TFloss32]

Recent quotes from RB Ke'aun Kinner on his future (24/7):

“Unfortunately it didn’t exactly work out like I hoped,” he said. “I was 50 points shy of making what I needed to make on SAT to get in. Now it all depends on my ACT score, which should come in on the 25th.”

“I haven’t heard much from them (Texas) besides that they want to see what I do on this test,” explained the Little Elm product. “I haven’t had much contact with them personally lately, so I don’t know. If it all works out and Texas offers, I’ll be a Longhorn for sure.”

[TFloss32]

Latest with LB Otaro Alaka of Cypress Falls (24/7):

“I’ll be at Texas on Saturday,” said Alaka. “I’m definitely looking forward to it. I haven’t been to a junior day yet, so it is exciting. After Texas, I will go to Texas A&M on March 2nd.”

“They are the only ones probably (A&M and Texas),” he explained. “I was going to go to the Oklahoma one (Junior Day) in January, but they cancelled. My dad lost money for the hotel booking, so now he doesn’t want me going out of state.”

“It would be great,” exclaimed Alaka. “There’s no doubt that they would be one of my top choices.”

“I’ve thought about it (committing to Texas) actually,” Alaka told Hookem.com. “It’s a possibility because I’ve always liked Texas. If I get down there, they offer and they really impress me, then it could happen.”

[TFloss32]

Quotes from OG/C Terrell Cuney of Jasper (24/7):

“I’m very excited about it (the Texas Junior Day),” Cuney said of the upcoming visit. “I want to really see everything you would look for in a school. I want to see the players practice, talk to them and that type of stuff.”

“We talk a lot,” Cuney explained. “I’d say nearly every day possible when it’s allowed. Coach Searels and I are constantly talking. Our relationship is very cool. He’s my dawg.”

“Texas is my favorite,” Cuney told Hookem.com. “They are my top school and he is a big reason why. I don’t want to go somewhere where I don’t even know my position coach well. So yeah, he’s a very big reason why Texas is out in front of everyone else.”

“I’m going to try and wait for a while,” said Cuney. “I’m not desperate to make a decision right now, so I’m not real worried about it. I think I’ll most likely make it before the season starts though.”

“Yes sir (I plan to commit to Texas in the future),” he responded.

[TFloss32]

According to 24/7, two potential offers to look out for this weekend are OT Jovan Pruitt of Dallas Bishop Dunne and DT Cedric Johnson of Rowlett. No word on Pruitt but word is Johnson is likely to commit. DT DeShawn Washington of Nederland is another likely offer if he were to attend.

[TFloss32]

Latest with DE Jarrett Johnson of Katy Seven Lakes (24/7):

“The Texas Longhorns are at the top of the chart,” Johnson told Hookem.com. “They are number one right now.”

“That trip (to Austin) was amazing,” Johnson said. "The facilities, the locker rooms and the coaching staff were all great and that’s why they’re up there for me. I really like Coach (Oscar) Giles a lot too. Oh man, he’s great. He’s a real cool guy.”

“I was invited on Texas A&M’s junior day on March 2nd and Baylor’s on March 23rd,” said Johnson. “Neither is for sure though.”
“The only reason those two visits aren’t set in stone is because I don’t know what exactly will come up in that time,” explained Johnson. “I hope I can commit before my next season though."

“One thing is for sure, it would definitely take a whole lot for any school to knock Texas off from the top,” he added.

[TFloss32]

Some recent tweets from RB/FB Daniel Gresham. He's planning on attending the second Junior Day this Saturday:

"Should've taken my time! Moved too fast! Now I regret it!"

"Sec!!!"

[TFloss32]

Here's a name to remember just in case. DT Trey Lealaimatafao from San Antonio Warren:

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/749598/#highlights/41447388

[TFloss32]

Oklahoma loses three players, including DT Marquis Anderson from Cibolo Steele. Some of you may remember him.

http://newsok.com/gary-simon-marquis-anderson-no-longer-with-ou-football-team/article/3756668

[TFloss32]

From Texas WRs coach, Bobby Kennedy, has been hired by Iowa.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, it looks like QB Jerrod Heard, RB/FB Daniel Gresham, WR Lorenzo Joe and OL Demetrius Knox will all return to Austin for the second Junior Day.

[TFloss32]

Latest with WR KD Cannon. He's uncertain if he'll be able to get to Austin this weekend (24/7):

“I kind of have to see about that (going to Texas' Junior Day),” Cannon said. “I need to talk to my dad because he might have to work.”

“I want to see the new offense they're (Texas) supposed to be running,” Cannon said. “I need to see how different it'll be and how they'll use their playmakers.”

“I have a pretty good relationship with them,” Cannon said. “They're great guys. They know what they're talking about and they've been doing it for a long time."

“They can get me ready to go to the next level.”

“Texas offers me a lot,” Cannon said. “I want to see how the new offense works. They're always winning and that makes them one of top teams.”

“They've (Baylor) been telling me that they've had two great receivers lately (Kendall Wright and Terrance Williams) and now they've got Robbie Rhodes. They put receivers to the NFL,” Cannon said. “And now they're starting to win regularly.”

“I really like Lubbock. It reminded me of home,” Cannon said. “The visit was great and it impressed me a lot. It was better than I anticipated.”

[TFloss32]

OL Demetrius Knox tweeted earlier that he does not have a ride for the second Junior Day, so he will not be in attendance. Probably safe to assume RB/FB Daniel Gresham is also out.

[TFloss32]

Per OrangeBloods, WR Speedy Noil and DE Gerald Willis III of New Orleans, LA will be in Austin for the second Junior Day.

[TFloss32]

WR Dorian Leonard of Longview will not be in Austin this weekend, per 24/7.

[Vito Corleone]

RB/FB Daniel Gresham calling out Texas coaches:

"It's not the fact that I'm playing fullback it's the fact that they lied to me about it... Just tell the truth please"

The kid does realize that he can decommit and try his luck elsewhere? Sounds to me like he isn't happy with Texas so move on, it's no big deal this early in the process. He and his buddy Knox are both coming across like a couple of little girls, if that is the case they probably need to take their talents to college station and join the other girls.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from DE Gerald Willis III of New Orleans, LA (OrangeBloods):

"For the LSU one, I went to one for the top recruits in the state. I've been to LSU so many times, it's almost like it's the same thing they're telling me. I got to meet with the coaches some more," Willis said. "I've been there so much that there's not much new that they can tell me. I've known coach Frank (Wilson) for a long time."

"The Texas A&M one was a couple weeks ago. I got to see their facilities, talk to their coaches, meet coach (Kevin) Sumlin. I'm just trying to build a relationship with them. Everybody was really nice. They rolled the red carpet for me. It was really nice."

"When my dad and I sat down, we wrote down a list of schools we were going to try to visit this summer. Texas was one of the first ones my dad put on the list," Willis said. "We're going to take that ride this weekend. We've talked to coach Mack Brown, Bo Davis and Larry Porter. My dad been talking to them a few times to set up everything, get all the information. He's going to bring me and Speedy up there this weekend."

"When I talked to coach Brown, he just wanted me to come there and show me the tradition of Texas, the Longhorns, because I don't know much about them," Willis said. "He wants to educate me on the history of Texas, the players that have came through ... just give them a chance to show what they're working with."

"I want to get out of Louisiana, see what's going on in other states. I'm actually looking forward to going up there since I've heard Texas has one of the best campuses of any college."

"My plan, and that can change, but my plan right now is to take it slow, try to see all I can see. That way I know I'm making the right choice, make sure my family will be cool where I go," Willis said. "I want to be comfortable on the field and off the field. I'll probably take my time and commit at one of the all star games but if something pops up and I really like it, I might commit early."

[Bloeddyr10]

The kid does realize that he can decommit and try his luck elsewhere? Sounds to me like he isn't happy with Texas so move on, it's no big deal this early in the process. He and his buddy Knox are both coming across like a couple of little girls, if that is the case they probably need to take their talents to college station and join the other girls.

According to HornsNation, those tweets has nothing to do with Texas. It's something he has heard over and over again at the camp circus and something his teammates are teasing him with, because they know it pisses him off.

[Bloeddyr10]

Glad that Porter, I'm guessing he's the reason, can get all these kids on campus!

Floss, any word on why Fournette seems to be able to make it, when his teammate Joseph Paul has been ruled out? I thought that they were driving together?

[TFloss32]

According to HornsNation, those tweets has nothing to do with Texas. It's something he has heard over and over again at the camp circus and something his teammates are teasing him with, because they know it pisses him off.

If that's the case, then my apologies for posting it. I'll just avoid their tweets from now on.

[TFloss32]

Glad that Porter, I'm guessing he's the reason, can get all these kids on campus!

Floss, any word on why Fournette seems to be able to make it, when his teammate Joseph Paul has been ruled out? I thought that they were driving together?

It's my understanding that Fournette's father is supposed to drive both. Which source said Paul isn't coming?

[TFloss32]

For those that enjoy reading Jesus' stuff, I'll post his latest report because the Board of Regents are having a teleconference tomorrow and I think this article will be made public. It's an interesting read because of the politics involved regarding the future of UT:

Part II of the Humidor is evidently going to deserve a possible part three and four because the table is being set for a sort of clash of Texas political titans with the BOR teleconference meeting tomorrow. Put that meeting in the context of the senatorial vote of confidence led by David Dewhurst yesterday, and you’ve got a case of Political Game Theory possibly spilling over into college athletics. The Cigar tries to explain how that can/will happen, and then we’ll try to mop up as information becomes available, inside the Humidor.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: First off, what the heck went on yesterday and what does it mean to Texas athletics?

Big Cigar: As you know, one by one 11 state senators spanning the political spectrum voiced their support for President Powers in his fight against Rick Perry. The interesting part is that David Dewhurst, thought to be a huge political ally of Perry’s, made a personal plea that not only vouched for Powers, but chastised Perry for his method of attacks against the University President. It was great political theatre and I’m hearing it pissed Perry and his people off. In terms of athletics, if Perry doesn’t back down, which it looks like he won’t, then Powers and the athletic department as a whole better be prepared for a PR onslaught from the governor that will leave no punches pulled, especially the salacious ones.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: Before we get into what the athletic department can expect, what will the meeting consist of tomorrow?

Big Cigar: I’m told Perry is pushing for the Powers vote to take place soon and the BOR will be left to ponder how soon that will be. It’s kind of important because “the agenda” will be brought up but remember this is all just a formality, the BOR already know what the agenda consists of and what Perry is willing to expose and say to make sure it gets through. He wants a $10,000 diploma at the University of Texas to be law of the land and he’s going to sit back and smile when the best minds (deans, professors, researchers) at the University start sending out their resumes as a result. So the real importance is just setting the table for a vote.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: So this isn’t all about a presidential run in 2016 for Perry to strengthen his already conservative platform?

Big Cigar: No, the man has serious ill-will towards the University and would like nothing more than to diminish its image as a premier institution and the flagship school of the state of Texas.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: So why Dewhurst’s plea? Why now?

Big Cigar: Publicly Dewhurst’s plea is huge because it weakens some of Perry’s base. In his remarks, Dewhurst also hinted at some of the things going on behind the scenes and his overall disagreement with some of Perry’s tactics. Privately Dewhurst thinks Perry’s witch hunt to undermine Powers with a variety of investigations and airing of dirty laundry is disgusting and he’s told people as much. Dewhurst sees things as being imminent and he doesn't like Perry's tactics at all. This is where athletics comes in I suspect.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: How so?

Big Cigar: There’s a fear that Perry is prepared to make public some items that are best left in house with respect to the University and Texas athletics and Dewhurst does not want to be party to that. He certainly does not want to participate in destroying President Powers for the sake of turning Texas into a diploma mill, but here’s where Powers needs to be smart. If some of these things going on in the Athletic department start to bubble to the service, Powers needs to clean house and fire some lieutenants. To stubbornly protect Deloss Dodds in the face of some of these allegations is bad for the state of Texas, the University of Texas, and its sports programs. Make no mistake, in a perfect world Perry wants Powers out, and Deloss Dodds and a $10,000 tuition cap in. That’s the dream scenario for Perry because that’s what hurts the University of Texas the most.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: So with tomorrow being a prologue to the actual war, what can people do to help?

Big Cigar: Easy. Support the 11 senators and David Dewhurst for going to bat for Powers by calling their offices and thanking them or pledging your support. Call Perry’s office and do the opposite. Also, pay close attention to Senator Glenn Hegar’s appointment to chair the Senate Nominations Committee. He’s the gate-keeper to any senatorial scrutiny that Perry appointments could receive in a hearing setting. Let him know that the people of Texas expect him to do his job in providing oversight. He’s an Aggie but he’s also a Dewhurst appointment so call his office and let him know how you feel.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: Interesting. So getting back to the athletic department, what are you hearing behind the scenes there?

Big Cigar: I still think we’ll get a pseudo-resignation from Deloss Dodds by the summer, but this may speed up the process if President Powers is listening to some of his advisers. At the coaching level, I still believe this is Mack Brown’s last season at Texas and from what I hear this is the most hands-off he’s been during the spring. He was a fixture this time last season around Moncrief-Neuhaus and now I’m told he’s nowhere to be found. It could mean something or it could mean nothing, I just found it interesting.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: So it sounds like Major is running the show?

Big Cigar: Yep, the assistants are living on campus more or less. They’re really trying to get things fixed, so maybe this is Mack’s way of giving them some space and autonomy.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: Can you shed any light on what’s going on with Rick Barnes?


Big Cigar: He’s on a short leash because his name may be mentioned in one of these BOR meetings. If so, I can’t see him surviving especially when Deloss steps down.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: So that’s the best case scenario, a total remake of the athletic department in basically a calendar year. What’s the worse case?

Big Cigar: Rick Perry picking our academic standards and our athletic department.

Jesus Shuttlesworth: Thanks.

Big Cigar: You bet.

[TFloss32]

And if you have time, I've linked some articles posted on Inside Texas that give a good background on everything talked about above and what Rick Perry wants to implement:

http://www.statesman.com/news/news/state-regional-govt-politics/perrys-call-for-10000-bachelors-degrees-stumps-edu/nRXWb/

http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local-education/governors-10000-bachelors-degrees-a-work-in-prog-1/nRNHb/

http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2012/05/09/10000-degree-push-has-led-innovation-pricing-not-cost-control

http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2011/09/05/rick-perrys-plan-10000-for-a-ba/perrys-college-plan-its-just-a-start

http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2011/09/05/rick-perrys-plan-10000-for-a-ba/college-costs-rhetorc-vs-texas-reality

http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2011/09/05/rick-perrys-plan-10000-for-a-ba/college-costs-the-role-of-rising-demands

http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2011/09/05/rick-perrys-plan-10000-for-a-ba/college-costs-the-role-of-rising-demands

[Bloeddyr10]

It's my understanding that Fournette's father is supposed to drive both. Which source said Paul isn't coming?

That's on me then. I thought you had typed Paul in red, that's why i wrote it. I don't know what I've seen. My fault.

[TFloss32]

That's on me then. I thought you had typed Paul in red, that's why i wrote it. I don't know what I've seen. My fault.

I should have clarified. The guys in red are "maybes". I saw Paul had been confirmed and forgot to change it. It's fixed now.

Hopefully they both show as planned.

[TFloss32]

I re-wrote the Junior Day list to avoid any confusion. My bad on the previous version:

Junior Day #2 (February 23rd)
QB, Cody Ennis, San Antonio Madison
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Fonzale Davis, Dallas South Oak Cliff
WR, Tremel Glasper, Dallas Bishop Lynch
WR, "Speedy" Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper
OL, Joseph Paul, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne
DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett
DT, DJ Williams, Lufkin
DE, Obi Anozie, Dallas Bishop Lynch
DE, Silvester Hayes, Dallas South Oak Cliff
DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, CJ Reese, San Antonio Madison
DE, Gerald Willis III, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff

Unconfirmed Invites
QB, Jerrod Heard, Denton Guyer TEXAS
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Marcus Perkins, Garland Naaman Forest
WR, Emanuel Porter, Dallas Lincoln
OL, Jacob Bragg, Nacogdoches
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland
DE, Greg Roberts, Nacogdoches
LB/S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite
ATH, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln

[TFloss32]

DT Garrald McDowell of Covington, LA will not be in Austin this weekend, per 24/7:

“I was originally planning on making it,” said McDowell. “But now I’ll be taking an unofficial visit to Alabama this weekend instead.”

“I’ll be visiting there (Texas) soon,” he explained. “I think my coaches are going to take me later on this year, so I will get to see everything then.”

“At this point I haven’t even talked to any of the coaches there at Texas,” McDowell said. “They just basically invited me to the junior day camp through my coaches, so I haven’t talked to anyone. Texas is a program I’m definitely interested in though, so I would like to get to know them.”

“Right now I have a few favorites,” said McDowell. “Texas, Texas A&M, Alabama, LSU, Florida and Mississippi State are the schools I like a lot.”

“Everything is bigger in Texas,” he said while laughing. “So it’s a big deal when they show interest in you. It’s definitely a big deal on my part because Texas is a big state with a lot of great talent out there and if they’re interested in me, well, then I must be doing something right.”

[TFloss32]

Alabama hires former Florida International head coach, Mario Cristobal, as their new OL coach. Saban moving into South Florida:

http://espn.go.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/60803/source-alabama-hires-mario-cristobal

[TFloss32]

WR Derrick Griffin signed with Miami today, but is still expected to go the JUCO route:

http://www.sbnation.com/college-football-recruiting/2013/2/19/3965378/derrick-griffin-college-football-recruit-miami-hurricanes-junior-college

[Sisk]

Griffin is a phenomenal athlete but there is apparently no way he is going to qualify. Kid is in denial. Wish him the best.

[symple19]

Auburn has offered 2014 Okla QB's Justice Hansen (also offered by aggy/okie) and David Cornwell.

[TFloss32]

A&M has offered DT DeShawn Washington of Nederland.

[TFloss32]

OL Joseph Paul of New Orleans, LA on his weekend plans (24/7):

“I think I’ll definitely know today if I’m going (to Austin) this weekend,” Paul said Wednesday morning. “I’m going to talk to Leonard (Fournette) and Jermaine (Roberts) to see if they are going.”

“I’m supposed to call Coach Larry Porter today too. I think I’ll know more this afternoon, if we are going,” he said.

“Texas A&M and Florida are leading the pack right now. I really liked living in Texas, and Texas A&M isn’t that far from home. Florida doesn’t look like they are too deep on the OL, so I like that. Texas, I think they would be my third choice right now,” he said.

“I’m throwing (shot put) this year. Our first meet is March 2. Some of our guys have already started. Leonard has been running indoor meets,” he said.

[rjv]

OL Joseph Paul of New Orleans, LA on his weekend plans (24/7):

“I think I’ll definitely know today if I’m going (to Austin) this weekend,” Paul said Wednesday morning. “I’m going to talk to Leonard (Fournette) and Jermaine (Roberts) to see if they are going.”

“I’m supposed to call Coach Larry Porter today too. I think I’ll know more this afternoon, if we are going,” he said.

“Texas A&M and Florida are leading the pack right now. I really liked living in Texas, and Texas A&M isn’t that far from home. Florida doesn’t look like they are too deep on the OL, so I like that. Texas, I think they would be my third choice right now,” he said.

“I’m throwing (shot put) this year. Our first meet is March 2. Some of our guys have already started. Leonard has been running indoor meets,” he said.

isn't he a converted OL ? i thought he had been moved to defensive tackle.

[TFloss32]

isn't he a converted OL ? i thought he had been moved to defensive tackle.

He may have played DT when he was younger, but he played OT for St. Augustine this past season.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7ulpuA8XBs

[TFloss32]

Both OL Jacob Bragg and DE Greg Roberts of Nacogdoches are scheduled to be in Austin this weekend.

[modtxspur]

Not football related but ex bball player Gary Johnson fractured his skull in an Israeli league game last night. Was in a medically induced coma, not sure if he still is. One of my favorite players and the work horse type player this team has been missing. Prayers go out to him and his fam.

http://es.pn/WWNvEZ

Edit: sorry he has regained consciousness

[TFloss32]

Not football related but ex bball player Gary Johnson fractured his skull in an Israeli league game last night. Was in a medically induced coma, not sure if he still is. One of my favorite players and the work horse type player this team has been missing. Prayers go out to him and his fam.

http://es.pn/WWNvEZ

Edit: sorry he has regained consciousness

Saw this when I got to work and got a little freaked out. Glad it wasn't as bad as they originally thought. What freak accident.

[TFloss32]

RB/FB Daniel Gresham has picked up an offer from Auburn.

[rjv]

He may have played DT when he was younger, but he played OT for St. Augustine this past season.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7ulpuA8XBs

wondering how he is being recruited. he's mentioned in previous interviews that he is willing to play either side of the ball for his current high school team. by the way, augustine has a hell of an RB as well.

[TFloss32]

wondering how he is being recruited. he's mentioned in previous interviews that he is willing to play either side of the ball for his current high school team. by the way, augustine has a hell of an RB as well.

No doubt. Fournette is a man and I'm hoping Texas can get him on campus this weekend.

[TheMex]

RB/FB Daniel Gresham has picked up an offer from Auburn. I wouldnt mind losing him. And Im tired of Knox's recruitment as well. I don't think either of them end up at Texas and I wouldnt be so upset. Maybe a little for Knox, but definitely not for Gresham.

[TFloss32]

Per his Twitter, DT DeShawn Washington has been offered by Texas.

[TFloss32]

Update on CB Nick Watkins of Dallas Bishop Dunne (24/7):

“I don’t know if I’ll be coming down Friday night or Saturday morning,” said Watkins. “I have no idea when exactly I’ll be there. I’m going to call Coach (Bruce) Chambers to get more information about it all. We talk pretty often, so I’m going to see what’s up.”

“I’m looking forward to see the practices the most,” Watkins told Hookem.com. “I’ve been there before and have seen everything facility wise. Their facilities are very nice and the campus is great. It truly is a great atmosphere down there. So this time going in, I want to focus more on the actual practice side of things.”

“I want to see what exactly he does and his style of coaching,” Watkins said. “That’s what I’ll really be watching, how he works with them.”

“I’m still wide open right now,” said Watkins. “I don’t plan to commit to Texas or anything this weekend. I want to take it slow and make sure I’m making the right choice. I don’t have any favorites or anything, so I’m in no rush.”

[symple19]

RB/FB Daniel Gresham has picked up an offer from Auburn.

Dude is stout and one helluva blocker.

How firm is he to UT?

[ThePop]

Jerrod Heard won't make it.

[TFloss32]

Several sources reporting that Texas has offered five-star DE Lorenzo Carter of Norcross, GA:

http://247sports.com/Player/Lorenzo-Carter-22968

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/791789/#highlights/18952373

[TFloss32]

Dude is stout and one helluva blocker.

How firm is he to UT?

24/7 has said for a few weeks now that both he and OL Demetrius Knox are looking around behind the scenes. I don't doubt that he genuinely likes Texas, but he's the kind of guy who simply committed too early. He likes the recruiting game and Twitter fun. He also went to an Ole Miss Junior Day at the beginning of the month but claims he was just riding along with a teammate. He does have an Ole Miss offer.

[TFloss32]

Report out of Houston that LB Zach Whitley is down to a final three of Alabama, Oregon and Texas A&M.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from DE/LB Silvester Hayes of Dallas South Oak Cliff (24/7). He's a possible offer on Saturday along with his teammate, S Jyaz Jones:

“I have been to Baylor and SMU last weekend. They were great experiences. Baylor was exciting to go see. They treated me very well, and it was really organized. I talked to the head coach (Art Briles) and defensive coordinator (Phil Bennett), and they told me they loved my athleticism and looked forward to watching me more,” he said.

“I’m supposed to go down to Texas on Saturday. It will be a surprise to me. I’m not sure what to expect. I’m excited to see the campus and the facilities. I hear it’s real nice,” he said.

“I just found out yesterday that Texas Tech had offered me,” Hayes said Wednesday afternoon. “When I found out, I was surprised and excited.”
“Texas Tech is a school I have always liked, so that was great they offered me. I hope Texas offers, too, and Baylor. Really, I hope all the schools showing interest offer me,” he said.

“I’m in track right now. I’m in the long jump and running the 400. We actually had our first track meet last weekend, but I was at SMU. We have another meet this weekend, but I will be at Texas,” he said.

[TFloss32]

Both the Texas and USC jobs could open up after the 2013 season. Which one is better?

http://www.sbnation.com/college-football/2013/2/20/4007530/texas-usc-college-football-coaches-2013

One of my crazy predictions for this year is USC targeting Sumlin after firing Kiffin.

[TheMex]

Both the Texas and USC jobs could open up after the 2013 season. Which one is better?

http://www.sbnation.com/college-football/2013/2/20/4007530/texas-usc-college-football-coaches-2013

One of my crazy predictions for this year is USC targeting Sumlin after firing Kiffin.
Not crazy at all. It's been widely discussed on forums around the country.

[ThePop]

I get excited just thinking about hiring our next coach

[Sisk]

Texas is definitely the better job between them and USC.

[TheMex]

My vote for the next Texas coach goes to James Franklin.

[Spurstro]

I read somewhere that Texas starts spring practice today, but other schools aren't starting til next month. I think Kansas doesn't start until April. Why wouldn't all schools start as early as they can? I'm assuming it's because each school is only allowed a certain number of practices in the Spring and they can choose when to use them?

[symple19]

24/7 has said for a few weeks now that both he and OL Demetrius Knox are looking around behind the scenes. I don't doubt that he genuinely likes Texas, but he's the kind of guy who simply committed too early. He likes the recruiting game and Twitter fun. He also went to an Ole Miss Junior Day at the beginning of the month but claims he was just riding along with a teammate. He does have an Ole Miss offer.

Thanks Floss. Agree that he sounds like a dude who is still playing the game. I'll pass along anything new I hear from the AU side (I've got a rivals membership and JHoke is quite good)

[symple19]

Both the Texas and USC jobs could open up after the 2013 season. Which one is better?

http://www.sbnation.com/college-football/2013/2/20/4007530/texas-usc-college-football-coaches-2013

One of my crazy predictions for this year is USC targeting Sumlin after firing Kiffin.

Texas is better.

[Bloeddyr10]

A name to remember is '16 ATH/RB Kameron Martin (Port Arthur/Texas), per ESPN.

http://247sports.com/Player/Kameron-Martin-19566

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

First time he had contact with Texas was in the 8th grade when he spoke to Applewhite. He consider himself a Jamaal Charles type of back, at least they are from the same high school. Apparently he grew up as a Texas and LSU fan.

“My whole room is Texas,” he said. “I am a big Longhorn fan.”

Texas Tech and A&M has both been in on him, and LSU invited him in for a JD but he was unable to attend due to a track meet.

[TFloss32]

I read somewhere that Texas starts spring practice today, but other schools aren't starting til next month. I think Kansas doesn't start until April. Why wouldn't all schools start as early as they can? I'm assuming it's because each school is only allowed a certain number of practices in the Spring and they can choose when to use them?

Glad you mentioned spring practice because I forgot to post about it. Yes, it begins today and concludes with the spring game on March 30th. Each school is allowed 15 practices in a 29-day timeframe. The week of Spring Break does not count. My best guess concerning Texas is they like to have spring practices coincide with Junior Days so the prospects can see everything while they're on campus and Mack probably likes spring practice to be over by the time the spring evaluation period starts in April. I assume he wants his coaches to be focused on evaluations and preparing for the summer camps. There's a lot of travel involved and spring practice would get in the way of that. The staff went everywhere last year from California to Florida.

[TFloss32]

According to his Twitter, CB Darrion Johnson will be in Austin this weekend.

[TFloss32]

Junior Day #2 (February 23rd)
QB, Cody Ennis, San Antonio Madison
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Fonzale Davis, Dallas South Oak Cliff
WR, Tremel Glasper, Dallas Bishop Lynch
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
WR, "Speedy" Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Marcus Perkins, Garland Naaman Forest
OL, Jacob Bragg, Nacogdoches
OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper
OL, Joseph Paul, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne
DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett
DT, DJ Williams, Lufkin
DE, Obi Anozie, Dallas Bishop Lynch
DE, Silvester Hayes, Dallas South Oak Cliff
DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, CJ Reese, San Antonio Madison
DE, Greg Roberts, Nacogdoches
DE, Gerald Willis III, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls
CB, Darrion Johnson, Brenham
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff

Unconfirmed Invites
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Emanuel Porter, Dallas Lincoln
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland
LB/S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite
ATH, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln

[TFloss32]

Miami is the latest to offer RB/FB Daniel Gresham.

[ThePop]

A name to remember is '16 ATH/RB Kameron Martin (Port Arthur/Texas), per ESPN.


I'm getting old

[texas4ever]

They just posted on MB-TF the dates of two open spring practices: March 1 (4pm) and 2 (2pm).

[ThePop]

KD Cannon will be here this weekend

[TFloss32]

Update on DT Cedric Johnson of Rowlett (24/7):

“I’m very excited about it all,” Johnson said of the junior day. “I’ve been looking forward to it.”

“Texas has a great tradition,” said Johnson. “The tradition that they carry is one of the main reasons I’ve liked them and something I want to see more of. But honestly, more than anything though, I’m looking forward to seeing what exactly makes Texas unique and why it makes every kid in the state wants to go there.”

“I get to see a group of guys who work so hard and truly leaves everything on the field,” he explained. “That’s exciting to me. I’ll be watching them closely and especially watching how the defense practices, along with how tight of a unit the team is.”

“I’m hoping to learn some stuff from him (Bo Davis),” Johnson said, “because anything new I can learn to help improve my game is always a plus.”

“I would be very excited about it (if Texas offered),” Johnson told Hookem.com. “At the same time, I would kind of like to keep my options open. I also like Baylor, Oklahoma and Texas A&M besides Texas. I’ll admit though, there might be a possibility that I could go ahead and shut my recruitment down if they did go ahead and offer me.”

[TFloss32]

KD Cannon will be here this weekend

Awesome news. Sucks that Heard can't make it.

[TheMex]

Mack said this on the press conference, "Had one player say he wanted to commit but had one more visit to take, Texas told him no and wants him to wait. " This is huge if its someone in the First Jr day who committed but Mack did not let him until he took his visits. And who could it be? Had to be Bonner or Johnson right?

[TFloss32]

Mack said this on the press conference, "Had one player say he wanted to commit but had one more visit to take, Texas told him no and wants him to wait. " This is huge if its someone in the First Jr day who committed but Mack did not let him until he took his visits. And who could it be? Had to be Bonney or Johnson right?

One of those two sounds right.

[TFloss32]

Mack and the football team just posted a new opening for Director of Player Personnel who will oversee/coordinate recruiting. Need a killer.

https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/130221010426

[DesignatedT]

A&M is starting to look hard at SA East Central QB Jeremy Jones (http://rivals.yahoo.com/baylor/football/recruiting/player-Jeremy-Jones-137704)

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, OL Terrell Cuney of Jasper and his folks are headed to Austin this evening once his powerlifting competition ends. They are scheduled to spend the entire weekend on campus. Cuney maintains that he's not looking to commit at this time but it wouldn't be a surprise.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, OL Joseph Paul of New Orleans, LA says he's definitely making the trip to UT this weekend but he is riding with his mother.

[Bloeddyr10]

Pictures from first spring practice.
http://mackbrown-texasfootball.com/view.gal?id=135693
http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w390/maxolsonespn/2013-02-22023938am.png
I really like what they've done with the numbers and the new look on the helmets.

[TFloss32]

Another prospect that could be in town tomorrow is CB Jermaine Roberts of New Orleans, LA. He's the teammate of RB Leonard Fournette and OL Joseph Paul. His stock has been pretty hot lately and he's a guy Texas could very well offer considering LSU is after some more well-known names at DB.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jermaine-Roberts-25468

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1409781/#highlights/23317384

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods confirmed that DT DeShawn Washington will be in Austin tomorrow. That's big news.

[Bloeddyr10]

Several sources reporting that Texas has offered five-star DE Lorenzo Carter of Norcross, GA:

http://247sports.com/Player/Lorenzo-Carter-22968

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/791789/#highlights/18952373

http://www.ajc.com/videos/sports/high-school/lorenzecarter_norcross/vqqTD/
That's a pretty impressive dunk for a high school junior! Anyone knows how good of a basketball recruit he is? Does he wants to play both in college like RSJ or only football?

Nonetheless, by reading his tweets, he seems genuinely interested in Texas! At least, he sounded way more intrigued by the Texas offer than the USC offer.

[Bloeddyr10]

Another prospect that could be in town tomorrow is CB Jermaine Roberts of New Orleans, LA. He's the teammate of RB Leonard Fournette and OL Joseph Paul. His stock has been pretty hot lately and he's a guy Texas could very well offer considering LSU is after some more well-known names at DB.

http://247sports.com/Player/Jermaine-Roberts-25468

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1409781/#highlights/23317384

Roberts just tweetet; "On my way! To Texas".
Hopefully he brings Fournette and Paul with him, it would be stupid/weird if they weren't traveling together.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, the Foreman twins (WR Armanti Foreman and RB D'Onta Foreman) of Texas City will be in Austin tomorrow. Armanti is currently committed to OU but is supposed to receive an offer from Texas tomorrow. The thought is he will give a few in-state schools a hard look.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/558847/#highlights/19782373

[TFloss32]

24/7 expects two DB offers to go out tomorrow (or they're "90%" sure). One will go to CB Jermaine Roberts of New Orleans, LA and the other will go to a lesser-known prospect, CB Nick Foster of Keller Fossil Ridge who is currently committed to TCU.

http://247sports.com/Player/Nick-Foster-28675

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/519838/#highlights/36157391

[TFloss32]

Junior Day #2 (February 23rd)
QB, Cody Ennis, San Antonio Madison
RB, D'Onta Foreman, Texas City
RB, Leonard Fournette, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
WR, KD Cannon, Mount Pleasant
WR, Fonzale Davis, Dallas South Oak Cliff
WR, Armanti Foreman, Texas City
WR, Lorenzo Joe, Abilene Cooper TEXAS
WR, "Speedy" Noil, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
WR, Marcus Perkins, Garland Naaman Forest
OL, Jacob Bragg, Nacogdoches
OL, Terrell Cuney, Jasper
OL, Joseph Paul, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
OL, Jovan Pruitt, Dallas Bishop Dunne
DT, Cedric Johnson, Rowlett
DT, DeShawn Washington, Nederland
DT, DJ Williams, Lufkin
DE, Silvester Hayes, Dallas South Oak Cliff
DE, Jake McMillon, Abilene
DE, CJ Reese, San Antonio Madison
DE, Greg Roberts, Nacogdoches
DE, Gerald Willis III, Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
LB, Otaro Alaka, Cypress Falls
CB, Nick Foster, Keller Fossil Ridge
CB, Darrion Johnson, Brenham
CB, Jermaine Roberts, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA)
CB, Nick Watkins, Dallas Bishop Dunne
S, Jyaz Jones, Dallas South Oak Cliff
S, Dylan Sumner-Gardner, West Mesquite

Unconfirmed Invites
WR, Emanuel Porter, Dallas Lincoln
LB/S, Edwin Freeman, Arlington Bowie
ATH, Derrick Neal, Dallas Lincoln

[TFloss32]

According to Inside Texas, both WR Tremel Glasper and DE Obie Anozie will NOT be in Austin tomorrow. Somebody at Dallas Bishop Lynch screwed up in a big way. They were invited to North Texas' Junior Day, not UT's.

[TFloss32]

Also from 24/7, TE/OL Koda Martin of Manvel received a last-minute Junior Day invite but he will be going to Alabama instead. He mentioned he'll try to attend UT's spring game on March 30th.

[TheMex]

-Otaro Alaka and Dylan Sumner-Garden are in Austin -Same with Cedric Johnson -Deshawn Washington is on his way. -Jovon Pruitt going to College Station instead of Austin. -Daniel Gresham couldnt find a ride so he decided to fly into Austin. -KD Cannon is almost to Austin and Nick Watkins is already on campus.

[TheMex]

Darrion Johnson NOT making it to Jr Day.

[TheMex]

Leonard Fournette NOT making it to Jr Day. Damn. And that recruitment is probably over.

[TheMex]

Terrell Cuney officially offered.

[Bloeddyr10]

Darrion Johnson NOT making it to Jr Day.

His brother was involved in accident.

[TheMex]

Its been reported that Darrion Johnson's brother was in an accident and that is why he couldnt make it to Jr Day.

[TheMex]

His brother was involved in accident. Ah there, you go. I missed your post.

[DesignatedT]

Leonard Fournette NOT making it to Jr Day. Damn. And that recruitment is probably over.

He's LSU/Bama all the way. Been that way since the start. Nobody else has a shot.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods hearing that DE Jake McMillon of Abilene has received a Texas offer although it is unconfirmed at this time.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, 2015 S Deionte Thompson of West Orange-Stark (possibly the #1 prospect in all of Texas for his class) was offered by Alabama today at their Junior Day. He was one of a few 2015 prospects invited and the only one from Texas.

[TFloss32]

Update on OL Jovan Pruitt of Dallas Bishop Dunne...he was in College Station last night and this morning but it was not a recruiting trip. For some reason, he traveled with the Bishop Dunne girls basketball team to a playoff game and ended up staying overnight when that was not in the plans. Whether that's the true story or not, I don't know.

[TFloss32]

According to 24/7, both OL Joseph Paul and CB Jermaine Roberts will be staying the night in Austin. Roberts reportedly told them that he "thought about committing."

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods hearing that DE Jake McMillon of Abilene has received a Texas offer although it is unconfirmed at this time.

McMillon has been offered. He's a guy who could wind up on the interior at the next level. His mother did not make the trip so he wants to take a little time before making a decision. Texas is the huge favorite.

Reminds you of DE Matt Dimon from Katy.

http://www.ncsasports.org/football-recruiting/tx/abilene/abilene-high-school1/jake-mcmillon

[TFloss32]

Kliff Kingsbury designing Tech's new uniforms:

http://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151275960881006&set=a.10150274478951006.330140.7331091005&type=1&theater&refsrc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php&_rdr

[TFloss32]

A few quotes from CB Jermaine Roberts and OL Joseph Paul of New Orleans, LA (24/7):

“Texas offered me,” Roberts said. “It’s the best place I have ever been.”

“I thought about committing,” he said.

-----------------------------------------------------------

“Texas was a great experience full of great people and amazing opportunities,” Paul said. “They are definitely one of my favorite schools.”

“He (Mack Brown) said I was an amazing player and person and that he knew I could go anywhere I wanted," Paul said. "He told me to back away and give a long thought about what I wanted.”

[TFloss32]

DT DeShawn Washington
http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Assets/940/838/838940.jpg

OL Terrell Cuney
http://media.247sports.com/Uploads/Assets/895/838/838895.jpg

[TFloss32]

WR Armanti Foreman of Texas City has picked up an offer.