2016 Texas Longhorns Recruiting Thread

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2017 S Derrick Tucker (Manvel)

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24/7 saying DE Malcolm Roach of Baton Rouge, LA will not be in attendance tonight.

2017 TE Kedrick James of Waco La Vega is also out.

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Per Scout, DE Justin Madubuike of McKinney North will not make it tonight.

2017 LB Baron Browning says he is no longer attending.

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Scout saying LB Erick Fowler and 2017 QB Sam Ehlinger are riding together today.

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Hearing Marvin Wilson may be pulling the trigger this weekend. I assume that's a good sign for Texas? Is he on campus?

[Righaya]

Per Scout, DE Justin Madubuike of McKinney North will not make it tonight.

2017 LB Baron Browning says he is no longer attending.

That's... unfortunate. I heard we were leading for Madubuike for a long time -- any thoughts now? Browning seems like he's going to flippity flop 30 times so this worries me less.

[Righaya]

Hearing Marvin Wilson may be pulling the trigger this weekend. I assume that's a good sign for Texas? Is he on campus?

May be pulling the trigger this weekend? Might be in Austin? Don't tease.

Going to need TFloss for confirmation on his attendance but he is on the attendees list from two pages ago. I'm officially teased.

[spankadelphia]

May be pulling the trigger this weekend? Might be in Austin? Don't tease.

Going to need TFloss for confirmation on his attendance but he is on the attendees list from two pages ago. I'm officially teased.

He tweeted about committing at 8 tomorrow (AM or PM?) and deleted it a few minutes later. A good sign for Texas IMO

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Hearing Marvin Wilson may be pulling the trigger this weekend. I assume that's a good sign for Texas? Is he on campus?

He is supposed to be in attendance today.

A commitment to UT at this juncture would be a shocker, imo.

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Scout saying 2017 RB JK Dobbins of La Grange has arrived.

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2017 S Derrick Tucker (Manvel)

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He's riding with WR Reggie Hemphill:

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2017 TE Kedrick James of Waco La Vega is also out.

I won't post about this kid again unless he's definitely on campus, but Inside Texas saying they've been informed he's on the way.

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[Bloeddyr10]

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There were a lot of conflicting reports yesterday about CB Grayland Arnold. It seems like he's on his way to Austin.

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2017 CB Langston Frederick (League City Clear Springs)

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As of about 3:30, Scout reporting both WR Dee Anderson and LB Jeffrey McCulloch are meeting with Strong.

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I don't know if he's in Austin, but...

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2017 LB Baron Browning of Kennedale has committed to Baylor.

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24/7 saying OL Gio Pancotti of Bellaire Episcopal will not be in Austin this evening.

He will be on campus next week, however.

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ATH Christian Wallace (Sealy)

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CB Parrish Cobb (Waco La Vega)

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As of 6:30, Scout said Strong spent a lot of time with 2017 DT Marvin Wilson and his family.

He then met with DT Jordan Elliott and 2017 DE Lagaryonn Carson of Texarkana Liberty-Eylau.

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OrangeBloods confirming LB Dontavious Jackson and S Chris Brown have arrived.

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Massive OL Greg Eiland of Philadelphia, MS has arrived.

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Some current players out there mingling tonight are Swoopes, Gray, Omenihu and Jefferson.

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DT Ross Blacklock of Fort Bend Elkins is not in attendance, per Scout.

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OrangeBloods saying Brian Orakpo is in the house.

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The camp is officially over as of about 9:10.

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Scout saying 2017 QB Sam Ehlinger (Austin Westlake) and 2017 WR Camron Buckley (Cedar Hill) getting time with Strong at the conclusion of camp.

Buckley's name was mentioned several times tonight.

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OrangeBloods reporting 2017 DE Lagaryonn Carson now has UT as his leader.

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Scout saying 2017 QB Sam Ehlinger (Austin Westlake) and 2017 WR Camron Buckley (Cedar Hill) getting time with Strong at the conclusion of camp.

Buckley's name was mentioned several times tonight.

Scout followed this post up with another saying both players should be receiving offers.

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Per OrangeBloods, Coach Watson has told 2017 QB Sam Ehlinger to call him tomorrow afternoon.

Scout saying they may meet on campus.

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Scout reiterating that 2017 S Derrick Tucker of Manvel should be receiving an offer soon as well.

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Inside Texas reporting Coach Bedford is taking 2017 S Derrick Tucker back to the football offices.

LB Jeffrey McCulloch is going too.

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Inside Texas reporting Coach Bedford is taking 2017 S Derrick Tucker back to the football offices.

LB Jeffrey McCulloch is going too.

Plus 2017 DE Lagaryonn Carson.

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Per 24/7, a defensive commitment is on the way.

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[TheMex]

247 mod predicting a commitment on the defensive side of the ball.

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The mystery recruit/commitment Scout has been pushing did not show up tonight.

That storyline may be dead.

[TheMex]

Higdon said UT had 4-5 silent commits.

[Bloeddyr10]

Per 24/7, a defensive commitment is on the way.

I'm starting to think it might be DT Jordan Elliott. Chris Hummer of 24/7 said that they couldn't give out any clues "for a variety of reasons". If the guy was uncommitted, there could only be one reason. The guy didn't want it public. It sounds like the recruit has to de-commit from another place. Ketchum made a hint about Strong doing flips at a pool. EJ Holland of 24/7 said it will be a "game changer", and some guy on A&M's 24/7 site, said he heard from an inside guy at Texas, that Elliott would commit monday morning. I don't trust the A&M guy though.

[Hook Em 88]

I'm starting to think it might be DT Jordan Elliott. Chris Hummer of 24/7 said that they couldn't give out any clues "for a variety of reasons". If the guy was uncommitted, there could only be one reason. The guy didn't want it public. It sounds like the recruit has to de-commit from another place. Ketchum made a hint about Strong doing flips at a pool. EJ Holland of 24/7 said it will be a "game changer", and some guy on A&M's 24/7 site, said he heard from an inside guy at Texas, that Elliott would commit monday morning. I don't trust the A&M guy though.


If there is any truth here, this would be a very fitting photo from the UTL Camp:
justinwells2424: There was a buzz in DKR tonight. Texas was a hit tonight at Under the Lights: http://t.co/Nu9fUGltaW ($) #HookEm http://t.co/JoMRKed3qR

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Interesting quote from Jason Higdon of Scout. Hmmm...
Jason_Higdon: This was the single most productive recruiting trip I've ever been on. Thanks to those who made it happen. You know who you are. Cya Austin

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@HornsDigest: HD VIDEO: @DeeAnderson21 might be committed to #LSU, but these comments should give #UT hope -
http://t.co/QegpjRAt8X http://t.co/wTkPD4AHwM

Video of Dee Anderson that should be visible to all. Anderson states "yes I'm committed to LSU but Texas is making it harder to say".

[TheMex]

Ehlinger was finally offered.

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Ehlinger was finally offered.

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Per 24/7, the first day of fall camp will be August 7th.

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2017 WR Camron Buckley (Cedar Hill)

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http://247sports.com/Player/Camron-Buckley-80982

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/5301337/camron-buckley

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I'm starting to think it might be DT Jordan Elliott.

He would be my guess as well. I thought it was interesting that he changed into a UT shirt after speaking privately with Strong and staff.

But the problem with Elliott is this would be his third commitment before his senior year even begins.

I think he's the kind of kid that gets caught up in excitement and could change his mind when he wakes up the next morning. We'll see.

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@HornSports: FW All Saints & Cardinal commit Mike Williams looking to visit Austin RT Mike_williams52: Official to Texas in the works #HookEm

[TheMex]

Is there a list of players who attended?

[Righaya]

So "the single most productive recruiting event" Higdon has ever been to produced zero commitments over the weekend? Haha, okay, got it.

This whole "silent commitment" thing screams of screwjob a la Lampkin. Forgive me for being skeptical.

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[TheMex]

So "the single most productive recruiting event" Higdon has ever been to produced zero commitments over the weekend? Haha, okay, got it.

This whole "silent commitment" thing screams of screwjob a la Lampkin. Forgive me for being skeptical.
Maybe it was productive to him. Got to meet connections, met prospects, etc.

[Righaya]

Maybe it was productive to him. Got to meet connections, met prospects, etc.

Taking it that way is even sadder! Hahah, it'd be a pretty lousy reporting job to Tweet out "hey everyone, I made a zillion connections at Strong's recruiting event! Thanks Charlie for bolstering my career!"

But yah, it's ambiguous. And plays straight into our crazy feeding frenzy that is recruiting news.

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2017 WR Camron Buckley of Cedar Hill talks about receiving a UT offer (24/7):

“I just displayed what I could do,” Buckley said. “After that, I talked to Coach Strong. I really liked him. I like his personality. He told me that I would be getting a call with some good news.”

“I didn’t want to leave my phone,” Buckley said. “When my coach texted me to call Coach Traylor, I got really excited. I called him, and he offered me. He told me that I did really well at the camp and to stay humble.”

“I’m interested in all colleges that offer me,” he said. “But I grew up watching Texas. It’s a dream come true to get an offer from them. I really like what they’re doing with the offense and how they treat their student athletes.”

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Update on S Chris Brown of Alief Elsik after attending "Under the Lights" on Saturday evening (24/7):

“Texas is a really good school,” Brown said. “I really liked the coaching staff. I felt nothing but good vibes while I was up here. It’s everything you look for in a school. There is no doubt Texas is one of my top schools. I just have some analyzing to do.”

“Not really (thinking of committing),” Brown said. “I’m going to be patient and play it by ear. I want to make sure I’m comfortable doing it. I’m not sure when I want to make a decision. I just want to take my time.”

“Coach Strong is a great dude,” Brown said. “We had a really good conversation. Everything is always good when I talk to Coach Strong. We have a lot of neutral vibes. I really liked everything he had to say.”

[Vito Corleone]

Taking it that way is even sadder! Hahah, it'd be a pretty lousy reporting job to Tweet out "hey everyone, I made a zillion connections at Strong's recruiting event! Thanks Charlie for bolstering my career!"

But yah, it's ambiguous. And plays straight into our crazy feeding frenzy that is recruiting news.

LOL

None of us have any idea how productive or unproductive the camp was. For all we know Charlie might have gone home and cried, or he might have gone home and humped his old lady in celebration.

What I do know is the reports coming back are glowing.

When I make BBQ I don't stop in the middle and toss it away and call it a failure, I finish it, and taste it and then decide if I was successful or a failure.

This is a marathon, not a sprint, the finish line is not July 20, it's the first Wednesday in February. That is the day we will be deciding if we are successful or failures.

Here are the facts as I seem them. Texas held it's UTL camp and it was attended by some of the top players in the state/country. Every interview I have seen has been nothing but excellent reviews regarding the event and the experience at Texas.

The pictures of the event also showed a lot of kids, having a great time, again something that should be noted.

Now, I don't put a lot of stock in silent commitments, but there is a lot of guys that were there saying the same thing, so I will wait and see just like everyone else.

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[ATX_Horn]

This is a marathon, not a sprint, the finish line is not July 20, it's the first Wednesday in February. That is the day we will be deciding if we are successful or failures.

Here are the facts as I seem them. Texas held it's UTL camp and it was attended by some of the top players in the state/country. Every interview I have seen has been nothing but excellent reviews regarding the event and the experience at Texas.

The pictures of the event also showed a lot of kids, having a great time, again something that should be noted.


Cosign. Great post, Vito. The event was definitely a success, just not one where you will see any immediate payoff due to the nature
of recruiting these days plus the way Coach Strong appears to set the pace WRT recruiting. Long gone are the days of snagging
9-10 recruits in a single day of camp, junior days, UTL or any other recruiting event.

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Is there a list of players who attended?

I'm sure this isn't completely accurate, but this is what I've seen:

2016
RB, DeAndre Cook, Arlington Bowie
RB, RJ Harmon, Cypress Woods
WR, Dee Anderson, DeSoto LSU
WR, Donnell Dunn, Cypress Springs
WR, Reggie Hemphill, Manvel TEXAS
WR, Tamrick Pace, Brownsboro
TE, Amorama Noel, Alief Elsik
TE, Jamal Pettigrew, St. Augustine (New Orleans, LA) LSU
OL, Greg Eiland, Philadelphia (Philadelphia, MS)
OL, Chance Lytle, San Antonio Churchill
DT, Jordan Elliott, Houston Westside HOUSTON
DT, Aymiel Fleming, La Marque
DT, Johnnie Williams, Austin LBJ
DE, Erick Fowler, Manor LSU
DE, Bronson Massie, Lufkin
DE, Jarrod McLin, Carthage
DE, Sidney Murray, Rosenberg Terry
LB, Jordan Carmouche, Manvel
LB, Dontavious Jackson, Alief Elsik
LB, Maciah Long, Galena Park North Shore
LB, Jeffrey McCulloch, Aldine Davis
CB, Parrish Cobb, Waco La Vega
CB, Ryon Holmes, Katy Morton Ranch
S, Chris Brown, Alief Elsik
S, Denzel Green, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau
ATH, Ke'Mon Freeman, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau
ATH, Christian Wallace, Sealy

2017
QB, Sam Ehlinger, Austin Westlake
QB, Cole Hays, Haltom
QB, Jaylon Mascorro, Refugio
QB, Cam Roane, Colleyville Heritage
RB, Eno Benjamin, Wylie East
RB, JK Dobbins, La Grange
RB, JQ Reed, Haltom
RB, Calvin Tyler, Beaumont Ozen
WR, Camron Buckley, Cedar Hill
WR, CeeDee Lamb, Richmond Foster
WR, Damion Miller, Tyler John Tyler TEXAS
WR, Mannie Netherly, Crosby
WR, Dhailon Phillips, Lufkin
TE, Chance McLeod, Victoria East
TE, Major Tennison, Bullard
OL, Walker Little, Bellaire Episcopal
DT, Marvin Wilson, Bellaire Episcopal
DE, Lagaryonn Carson, Texarkana Liberty-Eylau
DE, K'Lavon Chaisson, Galena Park North Shore
DE, Alexander Duke, Bellaire
DE, Ondario Robinson, Hutto
LB, Terrel Bernard, La Porte
LB, John Brannon, Prosper
LB, Cameron Goode, Klein Collins
LB, Anthony Hines, Plano East
LB, Kenneth Murray, Fort Bend Elkins
LB, Mohamed Sanogo, Plano West
CB, Langston Frederick, League City Clear Springs
CB, Javelin Guidry, Cedar Park
CB, Terry Petry, Fort Bend Ridge Point
S, Junior Dorbah, Dallas Conrad
S, Derrick Tucker, Manvel
ATH, Darrion "Speedy" Green, Dallas Wilson
ATH, Xavier Martin, Cibolo Steele
ATH, Bryson Smith, Tyler John Tyler

2018
RB, Quandree White, College Station
RB, Craig Williams, Crosby
DT, Taron Vincent, Gilman (Baltimore, MD)

[Bloeddyr10]

I'm sure this isn't completely accurate, but this is what I've seen:

2018
RB, Quandree White, College Station
RB, Craig Williams, Crosby
DT, Taron Vincent, Gilman (Baltimore, MD)

Wow. I had no idea Taron Vincent attended (if he did). I'm a big fan of him.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4374278/taron-vincent

Also, 2017 RB Carlos Grace of Crosby was in attendance.

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2939280/carlos-grace

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[spankadelphia]

The defections from the Big 12 (:lolTexas) have already cost the conference at least one BCS National Championship berth and a playoff berth to boot. Probably cost LSU a national title as well.

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Strong talks about UT's future when it comes to conducting satellite camps in other cities (24/7):

“We're going to get involved,” Strong said Monday morning during his press conference at the Texas High School Coaches Association convention in Houston.

"It's a recruiting tool right now and what happens when you have these camps is you're able to go into cities, even if young man doesn't work out, if you get him to come and he has a chance to see your coaches work,” Strong said. “You can get a lot of recruits there.”

“We thought about it and we had some dates set, but what happened was it was just so late,” Strong said. “Sometimes the later you get into July a lot of the high schools are starting their camps. You don't want to get it to where you're crossing paths with them and give them a chance to get their players in place.”

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Former UT TE MJ McFarland done at UTEP due to failed drug test:

http://www.minerrush.com/2015/7/20/9006631/utep-football-loses-star-tight-end-mj-mcfarland

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Inside Texas reporting LB Dalton Santos is trending towards taking a redshirt this year.

His injury apparently isn't healing as quickly as everyone hoped.

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Inside Texas reporting LB Dalton Santos is trending towards taking a redshirt this year.

His injury apparently isn't healing as quickly as everyone hoped.
I should see his dad on Thursday. I'll see what I can find out.

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Safety Erik Huhn no longer with the program. Not a big deal playing wise doubt he would have seen the field but there's an open roster spot.

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I should see his dad on Thursday. I'll see what I can find out.

Figured you would chime in.

Appreciate it.

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Safety Erik Huhn no longer with the program. Not a big deal playing wise doubt he would have seen the field but there's an open roster spot.

Good news for the program, but I hope he'll finish his education.

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[benefactor]

Looks like a disgruntled Wake Forest fan edited this year's media guide.
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[Bloeddyr10]

ESPN just released their 2017 rankings. ATH Dylan Moses at number 1. Texas commit WR Damion Miller checks in at #159 (21st WR and 21st in the state of Texas).

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/playerrankings/_/view/rn300jr/sort/rank/class/2017

[Bloeddyr10]

S/ATH Christian Wallace.
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Per Rivals, UT has offered 2018 DT Taron Vincent of Baltimore, MD.

He attended "Under the Lights" on Saturday night.

http://247sports.com/Player/Taron-Vincent-81413/

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4374278/taron-vincent

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OrangeBloods reporting 2017 S Isaiah Pryor of Lawrenceville, GA will be visiting UT this weekend:

http://247sports.com/Player/Isaiah-Pryor-66390

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3128356/isaiah-pryor

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According to 24/7, Texas has offered 2017 S Derrick Tucker of Manvel:

http://247sports.com/Player/Derrick-Tucker-63314

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1337318/derrick-tucker

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2017 S Derrick Tucker (Manvel)

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OrangeBloods reporting 2017 S Isaiah Pryor of Lawrenceville, GA will be visiting UT this weekend:

http://247sports.com/Player/Isaiah-Pryor-66390

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3128356/isaiah-pryor

Inside Texas says Pryor's father and Coach Norvell played together in college.

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24/7 saying two other out-of state prospects will be on campus this weekend:

TE, Isaac Nauta, IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL)
http://247sports.com/Player/Isaac-Nauta-26511
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2000677/isaac-nauta

2017 DE, Robert Beal, Norcross (Norcross, GA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Robert-Beal-80050
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3127648/robert-beal

[rjv]

Safety Erik Huhn no longer with the program. Not a big deal playing wise doubt he would have seen the field but there's an open roster spot.

Too bad. I was at the Steele-Madison game when he tore his ACL. That was the first game of the season and it seems as if he was never the same.

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Quotes from 2017 S Derrick Tucker of Manvel (24/7):

“It (Under the Lights) was good,” Tucker said. “I don’t think anyone caught the ball on me. OK, maybe one guy did but by accident.”

"It's really a dream come true,” Tucker said. “Texas is one of many of my dream schools. I knew that I could get an offer from them; I just had to come to the camp and show them some of my talent. But there is a lot they still haven't seen."

“It’s like home, and there’s no place like home.”

“Reggie (Hemphill) is already recruiting me,” Tucker said.

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Update on 2017 LB Anthony Hines of Plano East after attending "Under the Lights" (24/7):

“It was a really good visit,” Hines said. “I really liked that I had a chance to talk to Coach Strong for about 30 minutes. We had a good conversation. I got a feel for what he’s trying to do. I really liked what he said about his plan. He’s a big time coach.”

“I’m definitely very interested in Texas,” Hines said. “What sticks out is the way they are building it up. They had a rough season last year, but they had a really good recruiting class, and I know they work hard."

“I talk to Malik Jefferson, and he tells me about all the work they’re doing to get better. They’re definitely going to get better. I know they will with their recruiting class and a guy like Coach Strong.”

[pgardn]

WR, CB, S, LB, QB... it's good but...

I wanna see fat:

C, OG, OT

and then fairly fat DL, DE

Floss me something heavy duty.

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[TheMex]

Quotes from 2017 S Derrick Tucker of Manvel (24/7):

“It (Under the Lights) was good,” Tucker said. “I don’t think anyone caught the ball on me. OK, maybe one guy did but by accident.”

"It's really a dream come true,” Tucker said. “Texas is one of many of my dream schools. I knew that I could get an offer from them; I just had to come to the camp and show them some of my talent. But there is a lot they still haven't seen."

“It’s like home, and there’s no place like home.”

“Reggie (Hemphill) is already recruiting me,” Tucker said.
LOL. Yesterday I read a quote from him that said, "Texas is my dream school." Today I find out that it actually goes, " Texas is one of my MANY dream schools." haha

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LOL. Yesterday I read a quote from him that said, "Texas is my dream school." Today I find out that it actually goes, " Texas is one of my MANY dream schools." haha

I have come to hate the "dream school" reference in recruiting.

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OrangeBloods reporting OL Camrhon Hughes is not expected to be with the team once fall practice starts.

So, with the loss of Hughes, Huhn, Lampkin, and the addition of the new punter, the roster looks to be at 81.

It will be 80 once WR Gilbert Johnson is officially out.

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Per 24/7, ATH Lil'Jordan Humphrey and 2017 S Robert Barnes of Southlake Carroll will be in Austin on August 1st.

I think CB Obi Eboh could possibly tag along.

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Texas' August 9th practice will be open to the public:

http://texassports.com/news/2015/7/22/tickets_0722151536.aspx

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2017 QB Sam Ehlinger of Austin Westlake was on local radio today:

http://hornfm.com/afternoons-with-bucky-erin/

[pgardn]

Floss me some beef.
Im starvin here.

[TFloss32]

Floss me some beef.
Im starvin here.

Kind of slow right now, bud.

What do you want to know?

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In case anyone is still wondering, 24/7 confirmed that DT Stephon Taylor of New Orleans, LA did not attend "Under the Lights."

[Righaya]

Floss me some beef.
Im starvin here.

I second this. I want some beef. Preferably a four or five star lineman type of BBQ beef.

Is it just that things with Texas are fairly calm right now or is recruiting in general a little bit slow?

[pgardn]

Kind of slow right now, bud.

What do you want to know?

Trumpet any fat guys we are after. I need the hope of actually having an Oline in the future. Some Dline as well. I guess I need to go back and try to figure out which fat guys of consequence we have a chance with.

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Update on QB Matthew Merrick and his grayshirt situation (OrangeBloods):

"It's definitely tough right now. There's still a chance I start on August 7 with practice, which I don't think people know," Merrick said.

"I think it comes down to some of those guys who are waiting to hear if they're eligible or not. I don't know the numbers. But I've talked to the coaches and it's not a done deal that I'm going to be a grayshirt, which is tough since practice stats in two weeks."

"I really want to enroll in August. I know in the long run, having an extra six months to let my body develop sounds good, and it could be a good thing. But I just miss playing football, being on a team," Merrick said.

"I'm mentally prepared. I don't have the playbook yet. I've just done my own research - watched the spring game, seen the offense, I've been around football people giving me advice," Merrick said.

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Just a reminder that TE Peyton Aucoin of New Orleans, LA will be on campus tomorrow.

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I have come to hate the "dream school" reference in recruiting.

It's the kiss of death for sure.

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Per OrangeBloods, TE Peyton Aucoin has already arrived in Austin.

[TFloss32]

It's the kiss of death for sure.

Sure seems like it for UT the past couple of years.

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Former UT RB commitment, Jordan Stevenson, has been denied admission by Wisconsin.

[spankadelphia]

Sure seems like it for UT the past couple of years.

I don't think LSU has ever signed a recruit that called us their dream school. Adoree Jackson loved it here, but it was just too far from home. There are others I can't think of right now.

[The Reckoning]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehwtdSPYj1I


haha he did not want to answer the question about black coaches. I'm sure he's tired of it by now.

[Bloeddyr10]

Jeff Howe of 24/7 just posted this regarding 2015 OT Ronnie Major: "He's finishing up his school requirements. No longer a matter of if, but rather when based on what he's told me."

[pgardn]

Jeff Howe of 24/7 just posted this regarding 2015 OT Ronnie Major: "He's finishing up his school requirements. No longer a matter of if, but rather when based on what he's told me."

Fat Guy News.

Yes, good. More.

[Mgar83]

Need more fat guys on both sides of the ball... I've been a spurstalk lurker since 2007 and my first comment is on the Longhorns message board. I have problems

[Vito Corleone]

Best news all day, Ronnie is a guy that would have been ranked much higher if he wasn't such a grade risk. Getting him in is like getting another 4'star lineman

[yavozerb]

Best news all day, Ronnie is a guy that would have been ranked much higher if he wasn't such a grade risk. Getting him in is like getting another 4'star lineman

Yep, also nice to see a kid not backout when extra work is needed to achieve your goal..Good job kid

[TFloss32]

Inside Texas reporting TE Peyton Aucoin is on his way home and should make a commitment within a week.

The feeling is UT will beat out Florida.

[TFloss32]

TE Peyton Aucoin to OrangeBloods:

"The visit went great and I learned how important I am to the 2016 class and how I have the opportunity to play early. I'll make my decision by Friday."

[TFloss32]

Some clarification on S Deontay Anderson of Manvel...there was a report by a Houston based publication called VYPE that he committed to UT today.

He has since denied that report, but it does make you wonder if this is a reflection of UT's positioning with him.

LSU and Ole Miss are supposedly still his two leaders and no timeframe on a decision has been established.

[TFloss32]

S DeMarkus Acy of Dallas Wilmer-Hutchins has informed 24/7 that he is looking to commit before his senior season begins.

The only potential hold-up with him is being behind in the classroom, and he's currently in summer school.

[texbound]

Some clarification on S Deontay Anderson of Manvel...there was a report by a Houston based publication called VYPE that he committed to UT today.

He has since denied that report, but it does make you wonder if this is a reflection of UT's positioning with him.

LSU and Ole Miss are supposedly still his two leaders and no timeframe on a decision has been established.

Funny thing, didn't Trendavion not list Texas in his top 8 then he committed to the good guys? Maybe that's the MO of this staff.

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Funny thing, didn't Trendavion not list Texas in his top 8 then he committed to the good guys? Maybe that's the MO of this staff.

Maybe someone else remembers, but I honestly don't. Too many lists by these kids.

Dickson was totally out of the blue, though.

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TE Devonaire Clarington

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[TFloss32]

Huge news.

Scout reporting DE Justin Madubuike is headed to Austin with his folks and other family members.

[DMX7]

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[TFloss32]

DT Jordan Elliott (Houston Westside)...at least his second tweet this week sporting UT gear.

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[Vito Corleone]

DT Jordan Elliott (Houston Westside)...at least his second tweet this week sporting UT gear.

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If you look in the mirror of that last image after watching the video, you can see his coach also looks like he is wearing Texas gear.

[TFloss32]

If you look in the mirror of that last image after watching the video, you can see his coach also looks like he is wearing Texas gear.

Good catch.

[Mgar83]

I don't know how to put tweets on here but Justin Madibuike visited today. 4 star DE would be a huge get for Texas

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[Ballin42]

@EJHolland247: Three of the nation's top prospects are visiting Texas today. More on them here #HookEm. http://t.co/JeYW4TUUMm

[TFloss32]

Update on the three out-of-state visitors from Scout...

TE Isaac Nauta (Bradenton, FL), 2017 DE Robert Beal (Norcross, GA) and 2017 S Isaiah Pryor (Lawrenceville, GA) were on campus today after stopping at both Baylor and TCU. They are expected to return to campus at 8 a.m. tomorrow morning and all three should be receiving offers.

[Vito Corleone]

Update on the three out-of-state visitors from Scout...

TE Isaac Nauta (Bradenton, FL), 2017 DE Robert Beal (Norcross, GA) and 2017 S Isaiah Pryor (Lawrenceville, GA) were on campus today after stopping at both Baylor and TCU. They are expected to return to campus at 8 a.m. tomorrow morning and all three should be receiving offers.

For those of us who know very little about out of state prospects, is this big or what?

[TFloss32]

For those of us who know very little about out of state prospects, is this big or what?

It's big in the sense that they're all visiting campus and they're all blue-chippers.

But I think the only realistic one is Pryor, whose father played with Coach Norvell in college.

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[spankadelphia]

Nice pickup. Glad you guys got him instead of Notre Dame - that's a recruiting pipeline in LA that I would prefer stay closed.

[TFloss32]

Update on the three out-of-state visitors from Scout...

TE Isaac Nauta (Bradenton, FL), 2017 DE Robert Beal (Norcross, GA) and 2017 S Isaiah Pryor (Lawrenceville, GA) were on campus today after stopping at both Baylor and TCU. They are expected to return to campus at 8 a.m. tomorrow morning and all three should be receiving offers.

All three were offered this morning, per Scout.

TE, Isaac Nauta, IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL) FLORIDA STATE
http://247sports.com/Player/Isaac-Nauta-26511
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2000677/isaac-nauta

2017 DE, Robert Beal, Norcross (Norcross, GA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Robert-Beal-80050
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3127648/robert-beal

2017 S, Isaiah Pryor, Archer (Lawrenceville, GA)
http://247sports.com/Player/Isaiah-Pryor-66390
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3128356/isaiah-pryor

[TFloss32]

Florida just got a commitment from Manvel's second string QB:

http://247sports.com/Player/Kyle-Trask-82817

[pgardn]

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Holy lard and muscle. He's a freshman...

He better be able to move. I needs my college linebackers fast and furious in the Big 12.
And yet we still need fatguys.

[DMX7]

Holy lard and muscle. He's a freshman...

He better be able to move. I needs my college linebackers fast and furious in the Big 12.
And yet we still need fatguys.

He is crazy fast, I think he can handle the muscle but that is definitely a lot.

[Vito Corleone]

I wouldn't worry about it, he is going to lose most of it during 2-a-days. It always happens. As his body hardens he will probably settle in around 250 with the speed of a receiver. I see him a lot like Lamar Lathan. He was a bad ass linebacker for the Houston Oilers/ Tennessee Titans back in the 90's. He ran a 4.5 40 and was about 255 lbs. Only Malik is instinctive also. Best linebacker to come out of Texas since Derek Johnson. We are lucky to have him for the next 3 years.

[TFloss32]

2017 DE Robert Beal (Norcross, GA)

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[Bloeddyr10]

Beating a dead horse, I know, but interesting read about Saban/Texas nonetheless.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/26/sports/ncaafootball/the-pursuit-of-nick-saban-alabama-vs-texas.html?_r=3

[TFloss32]

2017 S Isaiah Pryor of Lawrenceville, GA has committed to Ohio State.

[Righaya]

2017 S Isaiah Pryor of Lawrenceville, GA has committed to Ohio State.

Hilarious. At least he gave us a chance.

[TFloss32]

Quotes from WR Tren'Davian Dickson of Navasota (OrangeBloods):

"It was a big decision going to my senior season. I'm only going for half a year this year, so it was big on my part, now I only have to foucs on my season. I don't have to worry about waking up early after game to take (recruiting) trips. It's good for me. I'm glad I made the decision."

"Recruiting was kind of getting tiring. I'm not into all the recruiting stuff, not big on interviews, so it was kind of taking a toll on me. For me, I actually committed two weeks earlier than I planned, but I felt so comfortable with coach (Charlie) Strong that I went ahead and committed."

"I visited, went in the spring for Texas Relays. I've always kept in contact with coach Strong on the phone. He had me call him every week, just building the relationship with him. I just like what he brings to the table. It's not all about football, it's about life with him, getting you better as a person, an athlete, that's what I look forward to."

"He just doesn't want you out there doing crazy stuff. You don't go to college just to party all the time. It's basically a job, that's what I need to. I like to have fun, but you need to take things seriously and he'll help with that. Really, it was just being comfortable overall, trusting the process with coach Strong."

"I can bring big dimensions. What coach Strong has said, they're kind of missing big playmakers. I think I can bring that to the table," Dickson said. "I look forward to doing that every game."

"Get ready for the dynasty to come back," Dickson said.

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[Righaya]

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Lol @ Bruce Feldman trying to get extra hits by putting Michigan in the photo instead of MICHIGAN STATE.

[TFloss32]

OrangeBloods reporting DT Du'Vonta Lampkin has had his appeal to the NCAA denied.

He will now have to wait on UT to officially deny him admission, which will be after August 26th (first day of classes).

[sahoopster]

Wow. A tiny part of me wants to feel bad for the kid and shame on whoever was -- or wasn't -- advising him. Hopefully he can correct his behavior and still make something of his opportunity to attend school for free.

I'm glad the NCAA stuck to their guns and denied the appeal. I can't imagine what sort of recruiting debacle this would have set had they not.

[Vito Corleone]

I really feel bad for the kid, because he has received some bad advise, and poor parenting. I think his mom comes across as caring for her son, but she needs to let him grow up, and be a man.

I like that Texas has stuck to their guns with this, not because I wish ill on this kid, but because he needs grow up and face the consequences of his actions.

[pgardn]

Beating a dead horse, I know, but interesting read about Saban/Texas nonetheless.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/26/sports/ncaafootball/the-pursuit-of-nick-saban-alabama-vs-texas.html?_r=3

Saban coaching us would have been the most difficult... I could not root for a school that is 4 generations deep in my family.
Nick Satan.

Interesting article.

[TFloss32]

Update on LB Shemar Smith of Miami, FL (OrangeBloods):

"They (Texas) offered me a little while ago. Texas, that's No. 1 right there. I didn't commit yet, but that's on my mind," Smith said. "I'm going to officially visit in September. I've set that up with the coaches. For the Oklahoma State game."

"Sometimes I hit them up, but we have a bond already. Both coaches (Strong and Vaughn) really," Smith said. "They talk about academics, say they can put me in their scheme, a lot of things. They're always talking aboput the defense and how I could play for them - I can rush off the edge, can drop into coverage."

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Five-star TE Isaac Nauta de-commits from Florida State:

http://247sports.com/Player/Isaac-Nauta-26511

[yavozerb]

Five-star TE Isaac Nauta de-commits from Florida State:

http://247sports.com/Player/Isaac-Nauta-26511

:toast, not sure if this means anything for UT, but sure as hell looks good since he just visited...

[BlueTiger]

:toast, not sure if this means anything for UT, but sure as hell looks good since he just visited...

I'm not getting my hopes up since he visited tcu, baylor, Texas, and LSU in the same weekend. Would be a huge pull though.

[TFloss32]

:toast, not sure if this means anything for UT, but sure as hell looks good since he just visited...

May get an official, but he's a Georgia boy.

Fully expect him to stay in that region of the country.

[texbound]

May get an official, but he's a Georgia boy.

Fully expect him to stay in that region of the country.

I agree that he will probably stay in Georgia, but I love that part when he said..."but I have decommitted to make sure that I make the best possible decision for my future and becoming a man and developing as a student athlete".

That really sounds like something Charlie Strong may have imprinted on him during their conversation. You never know what will resonate with a recruits these days

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Who and when was the last person from Georgia on the team? Just Curious.

[TFloss32]

Per 24/7, DT Gerald Wilbon of Destrehan, LA says he plans on taking his five official visits, starting with Texas Tech on September 4th.

The main reason this one is worth watching is he really wants to stay at DT, but Texas likes him at OG as well.

He will also see Arizona, ASU and UCF.

"I don't think I'm going to flip my commitment," Wilbon said. "I'm pretty firm on Texas. I'm probably 90 to 95 [percent committed]. It would take a lot to make me decide to go to another school.”

[TFloss32]

Who and when was the last person from Georgia on the team? Just Curious.

I can't recall a single guy, who contributed on the field, since I've been watching UT football.

Anyone?

[texbound]

Who and when was the last person from Georgia on the team? Just Curious.

I can't think of one, but when was the last time UT got 5 commitments from the state of Florida in one year (3 of which actually made it to campus)? This is a new era.

[Hook Em 88]

@sehlinger3: Been a Longhorn since day one, I'm truly blessed to say I am committed to the University of Texas. #hookem http://t.co/v4SigYV2A6

[Hook Em 88]

2017 QB Sam Ehlinger of Austin Westlake

[TFloss32]

@sehlinger3: Been a Longhorn since day one, I'm truly blessed to say I am committed to the University of Texas. #hookem http://t.co/v4SigYV2A6

http://247sports.com/Player/Sam-Ehlinger-65584

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3185948/sam-ehlinger

[TFloss32]

@sehlinger3: Been a Longhorn since day one, I'm truly blessed to say I am committed to the University of Texas. #hookem http://t.co/v4SigYV2A6

Have to embed this tweet:

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[TFloss32]

DT Stephon Taylor of New Orleans, LA visited today:

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[Vito Corleone]

I have to say, Texas is already starting to pick up some steam in recruiting. I like it, the kids who are committing are acting like leaders.

[Hook Em 88]

kriss1_: Gotta get to Texas...

DB Kristian Fulton of Louisiana

[Hook Em 88]

Update on LB Shemar Smith of Miami, FL (OrangeBloods):

"They (Texas) offered me a little while ago. Texas, that's No. 1 right there. I didn't commit yet, but that's on my mind," Smith said. "I'm going to officially visit in September. I've set that up with the coaches. For the Oklahoma State game."

"Sometimes I hit them up, but we have a bond already. Both coaches (Strong and Vaughn) really," Smith said. "They talk about academics, say they can put me in their scheme, a lot of things. They're always talking aboput the defense and how I could play for them - I can rush off the edge, can drop into coverage."


@Corey_Bender: Miami-based LB Shemar Smith locks in official visit w/ #Texas, says they're "pretty far ahead" http://t.co/oER029lsn4 http://t.co/fWVX2dPqx4

[texbound]

kriss1_: Gotta get to Texas...

DB Kristian Fulton of Louisiana

Sci Martin Jr ‏@lilsci49 kriss1_ yep

Like the response from Sci

I have this strange feeling that something is going on with these recruits and Texas. I can't explain it but there is an excitement.

[TFloss32]

Sci Martin Jr ‏@lilsci49 kris (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=1677)s1_ yep

Like the response from Sci

I have this strange feeling that something is going on with these recruits and Texas. I can't explain it but there is an excitement.

Sci is supposed to be committing to TCU this morning and a few sites say he does not have a UT offer even though he tweeted it out.

We'll see.

[Bloeddyr10]

24/7 just released their 2018 top 100 rankings. It has 10 players from Texas on it.

http://247sports.com/Season/2018-Football/RecruitRankings?InstitutionGroup=HighSchool&State=TX

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LB Caleb Kelly (Fresno, CA)

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http://247sports.com/Player/Caleb-Kelly-51688

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/866668/caleb-kelly

[TFloss32]

Scout hinting that 2017 RB JK Dobbins could be on campus with his mother before the week is up.

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[Righaya]

From 247:
[Jean Delance]

The four-star offensive tackle out of North Mesquite released his top five on Wednesday evening via Twitter. Texas survived the cut along with Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan and Texas A&M

[Vito Corleone]

From 247:
[Jean Delance]

The four-star offensive tackle out of North Mesquite released his top five on Wednesday evening via Twitter. Texas survived the cut along with Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan and Texas A&M

As far as I'm concerned, he should be out top priority.

[TFloss32]

Scout hinting that 2017 RB JK Dobbins could be on campus with his mother before the week is up.

Following up on this...Dobbins told 24/7 he will be in Austin this weekend as long as his mother can make the trip with him.

[TFloss32]

FYI DE Sci Martin of New Orleans, LA decided to push back his commitment and did not announce today.

His UT offer may be legit after all.

http://247sports.com/Player/Sci-Martin-57216

http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3002117/sci-martin

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Texas: “Shaka [Smart] has been talking about the same thing IU has been talking about, development and running the break and being athletic. I really like how Shaka engages with his players. When they work, he works out at the same time. That really reminds me of high school. My high school coach does the same. That’s really stands out to me.”

IU mod

Kept this to myself. In regards to De'Ron. Because teenagers are known to change their minds at the last minute.
But I was told that all three schools will be getting an OV

http://247sports.com/Player/DeRon-Davis-22583

[TFloss32]

Multiple reports tonight that OL Ronnie Major will move to Austin on August 5th.

[TFloss32]

From 247:
[Jean Delance]

The four-star offensive tackle out of North Mesquite released his top five on Wednesday evening via Twitter. Texas survived the cut along with Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan and Texas A&M

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[Vito Corleone]

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I consider him the top recruit on our board, there might be higher ranked players, but he is the best at the biggest need position.

[Righaya]

I consider him the top recruit on our board, there might be higher ranked players, but he is the best at the biggest need position.

Basically. We need about 4 more 4star guys to commit on the OLine but sadly I think Delance is our one guy there until after the season ends where we might sneakily nab another. It's sad but we need quality and quantity on both line of scrimmage.

What I don't understand is why someone like Greg Little wouldn't want to even give us a sniff. Largest program in the state -- arguably the country -- where he could be _The Man_ -- but I suppose the glory of the SEC is too much. Or something.

[TFloss32]

Per Scout, 2017 RB JK Dobbins and his mother will be arriving on campus around 3 p.m.

[TFloss32]

New punter on the way soon:

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[Eastexhorn]

Basically. We need about 4 more 4star guys to commit on the OLine but sadly I think Delance is our one guy there until after the season ends where we might sneakily nab another. It's sad but we need quality and quantity on both line of scrimmage.

What I don't understand is why someone like Greg Little wouldn't want to even give us a sniff. Largest program in the state -- arguably the country -- where he could be _The Man_ -- but I suppose the glory of the SEC is too much. Or something.
Some players are just not interested in UT. OL Allen5* OT from LA.OG Boudreau 4* from LA, and 3* OG Okafor have all been offered by Texas so things could be very good.

[TFloss32]

RB Jordan Stevenson will sign with Nebraska:

http://www.omaha.com/huskers/blogs/recruiting-rb-jordan-stevenson-picks-nebraska/article_d9c3ef60-36ea-11e5-a9cd-130621c82a34.html

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[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Newsome doing work:
@NewBoi17: Tuscaloosa and College Station are ghost towns.. It's too cold in Michigan and Ohio.. So that only leaves one.. ���� https://t.co/iGtzHsZnPU

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Shane doing work:
@BGShaneBuechele: Longhorn fans show my man @JeanDelance74 some love! Dudes a beast and needs to be in Austin����

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Higdon piece on Okafor:

Denzel Okafor is a 6-foot-4, 290-pound offensive tackle from Lewisville. Okafor holds offers from TCU, Texas, Texas A&M, Arkansas, Baylor, LSU and Oklahoma to name a few. It appears to be a two-team race with TCU holding a slight edge over Texas.
”It’s been amazing for me,” Okafor said. “I got lots of offers that were great schools. My family has helped me narrow it down to my top schools, and it helped a lot. TCU and Texas are the top schools I am looking at. They are amazing schools and I know I can get a great education at either one.”
Which schools are recruiting Okafor the most?
”Definitely the two I just mentioned,” Okafor said. “I want to see TCU practice the most out of the two only because it would be great to see what they did to go 12 and 12 and 1 last season.”
Okafor has been impressed with the head man in Austin.
”Charlie Strong is a great coach,” Okafor said. “When I met him and talked to him I saw why people admired him so much. He is a man of his word and I wouldn’t mind being coached by him and I think he will turn things around.”
Okafor is close to making his college decision but how soon will it be?
”I plan to commit by late August or early September,” Okafor said.

[3rdCoastTexasBoy]

Higdon: Texas has roughly 13 spots available give or take and as many as 30 + realistic recruits left on the board. The main thing to consider at this point is IF Texas allows a kid to go public with ships very tight they absolutely love his ability and believe he is the kind of kid that can come in and make an early impact. Of the 30 players, I have factored in (From Numbers Point of View) about 5-7 new names that Texas fans are not familiar with at this time. Texas has kids/parents calling from all across the country right now reaching out judging the interest level Texas might have. Things are starting to change for Texas in my opinion for the better. The Charlie Strong word/message has started to become clear to those who have been listening to other coaches regarding Texas and this staff.

[Righaya]

Based on what Higdon said, the numbers might add up something like this:

QB: Buechele (1)
RB: 1 only (1) -- maybe two if Kam Martin flips?
WR: Dickson, Johnson, Hemphill, 1 more (4)
TE: Aucoin (1) -- but if someone like Kaden Smith or Nauta flip then they'll take them too for immediate impact
O-Line: Tope Imade, 3 more (4)
DT: Wilbon (also liked at OG), 1 more (2)
DE: Two takes? (2)
LB: Demarco Boyd (turned FB?), two more (3)
DB: Three takes? (3)

That puts us at 21 commits tallying up the numbers in parenthesis. That feels small to me and we could use a few more fatties. Maybe only 2 DB takes are necessary since last year's class seems pretty strong and there were a lot of them. That'd allow for another take on the D-Line or Fox position.

Thoughts? Floss?

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[Bloeddyr10]

Based on what Higdon said, the numbers might add up something like this:

QB: Buechele (1)
RB: 1 only (1) -- maybe two if Kam Martin flips?
WR: Dickson, Johnson, Hemphill, 1 more (4)
TE: Aucoin (1) -- but if someone like Kaden Smith or Nauta flip then they'll take them too for immediate impact
O-Line: Tope Imade, 3 more (4)
DT: Wilbon (also liked at OG), 1 more (2)
DE: Two takes? (2)
LB: Demarco Boyd (turned FB?), two more (3)
DB: Three takes? (3)

That puts us at 21 commits tallying up the numbers in parenthesis. That feels small to me and we could use a few more fatties. Maybe only 2 DB takes are necessary since last year's class seems pretty strong and there were a lot of them. That'd allow for another take on the D-Line or Fox position.

Thoughts? Floss?

I don't think anyone really knows how big/small this class will be. I've seen anything from 18 to 25 in terms of numbers. I don't think you are too far off. 21 or 22 is my guess.

1 QB - Buechele
(1) RB - Dewvah Whaley or nothing, IMO. I like a few guys, but Texas doesn't have to take a RB with a strong '15 class and '17 looks loaded.
4 WR - Johnson, Hemphill-Mapps, Dickson and Dee Anderson. Anderson is a flip candidate, but this 4th spot could be used elsewhere.
1 (2) TE - Aucoin is committed. Maybe he is a OT if he can pack 25-30 pounds? The only other TE's I can see the staff take is Pettigrew, Nauta or Smith.
3 (4) OL - Imade and a couple of unknown. The 4th OL I could see them take is Wilbon. Where is he projected?
3 (4) DT -Wilbon is here, but I see Texas take 3 outside of him. 3 DT's and 3 OL and then Wilbon as a 7th OL/DT.
2 DE/FOX - Erick Fowler is the only one I can think of. If Texas improves, I think he flips. DE could be Madubuike if he doesn't end up at DT.
3 LB - Boyd, McCulloch and D-Jackson. McCulloch is a FOX candidate.
4 DB - From what I've seen, Texas is going for a CB, a safety, safety/nickel and a DB. I'm thinking Cuffee, Brandon Jones, Chris Brown and Christian Wallace.

That's 22 without an RB, an additional TE and an additional OL/DL.

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[Eastexhorn]

Looking at who's returning next year. 5 QBS including Merrick, 5 RBS, 11 WRS. Proably 10 G. Johnson. 2 or 3 TES Clarington,
? ,11 OL if Major gets in. Defense 7 DES counting Hager, 6 DTS, 6 LBS,7 CBS and 7 Safties.

Looking at thisLBS and OL are bigest needs IMO. Need 5-6 LBS and 6 OL men.

[DMX7]

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Wow, he and Jefferson have me excited about the future of the defense.

[Bloeddyr10]

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The scary part? He is listed at 209lbs in the Media Guide.

[Trill Clinton]

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[TFloss32]

The scary part? He is listed at 209lbs in the Media Guide.

DeShon tweeted at him and basically said it looks like he's been in jail.

[TheMex]

He's looking good... no homo.

[TFloss32]

TE Peyton Aucoin and DT Gerald Wilbon

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[TFloss32]

Just a reminder that ATH Lil'Jordan Humphrey and 2017 S Robert Barnes of Southlake Carroll will be on campus tomorrow with their families.

[DMX7]

The scary part? He is listed at 209lbs in the Media Guide.

Which media guide are you looking at? I see him listed at 219lbs.

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@JaeRican27: First official scholarship. �� #UT http://t.co/vYknh7THZj

Waco DB Eric Cuffee (ESPN 300)

[Bloeddyr10]

Which media guide are you looking at? I see him listed at 219lbs.

That was what 24/7 reported. I was surprised, and 219lbs seems a lot more likely. Thanks for clearing it up!

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2017 S Robert Barnes has arrived on campus, per Scout.

[TFloss32]

A few tweets from guys that have received their official UT offers in the mail:

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Are they looking at Humphrey as a RB? I haven't seen too many RB's at 6'4"-6'5". I wonder if they're thinking about a potential WR.

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Are they looking at Humphrey as a RB? I haven't seen too many RB's at 6'4"-6'5". I wonder if they're thinking about a potential WR.

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Looks like a WR

[playblair]

shaka recruiting :wow

5* sg Rawle Alkins
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[TFloss32]

2017 S Robert Barnes and ATH Lil'Jordan Humphrey

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[TFloss32]

24/7 reporting LB Caleb Kelly (Fresno, CA) and DT Mike Williams (Fort Worth All Saints) will take official visits to UT in the fall.

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http://247sports.com/Player/Amir-Coffey-25282

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FYI ATH Christian Wallace has not yet tweeted about receiving an official offer in the mail from UT.

There's been talk for months about whether or not he has a committable offer, so it could be an indication that he does not have one.

[TheMex]

FYI ATH Christian Wallace has not yet tweeted about receiving an official offer in the mail from UT.

There's been talk for months about whether or not he has a committable offer, so it could be an indication that he does not have one.
What's the issue with him? Grades? Attitude? He's from Sealy? Seems like he is good enough to have a commitable offer.

[Eastexhorn]

Proably his position is not a team need unless he can play LB. That and OL is most pressing needs. IMO

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http://247sports.com/Player/Deshawn-Corprew-34316

[Bloeddyr10]

2017 ATH Dylan Moses just de-committed from LSU. He's been to Texas multiple times, and has stated numerous times that Texas and Alabama was still in the picture for him.

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[TFloss32]

What's the issue with him? Grades? Attitude? He's from Sealy? Seems like he is good enough to have a commitable offer.

Rumors suggest grades and off-the-field issues.

I think he's already a part of this class otherwise.

[TFloss32]

Great news on Moses, even though it's hard to believe he won't re-commit at some point.

I think LSU could be in for another bumpy year, so Texas needs to show some decent improvement.

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