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Am I looking at someone getting butt-fucked on the field?

Thats fucking football right there. None of that pansy ass dick tugging smile for the camera bullshit. Men puke, men poop on the field, men deliver their new born baby on the side lines. Fucking hard core dick in the ass butterball foosball fuck it chuck it game time shit. Take it to the showers. Dicks get shoved in places you don’t even remember. We win together we celebrate together. Football is back baby.

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On the hoof, Hutson really moves well. He looks pretty fluid and athletic, normally you see big guys with heavier feet or running in a more labored way.

Which is really good, because he'll probably end up playing tackle since we keep striking out there. However, the IOL looks very promising, now, and in the future.

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Raccoons is a great choice for a mascot.

Hard to take too much from the Robertson or Hutson tape because they’re just easily handling dudes way smaller than them. I do agree they both move well. Perhaps one gets a try at RT depending on what the measurables look like when they hit campus.
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Raccoons is a great choice for a mascot.

Hard to take too much from the Robertson or Hutson tape because they’re just easily handling dudes way smaller than them. I do agree they both move well. Perhaps one gets a try at RT depending on what the measurables look like when they hit campus.

It can make for questionable water tower slogans

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The Stampede: The latest on West Coast recruiting, NIL
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The Stampede: The latest on West Coast recruiting, NIL
MIKE ROACH
 

The high school football season is underway. 

Horns247 covered the first games of the season this weekend with a trip out west to check in on several California targets.  As the Longhorns hope to expand the brand to a national recruiting machine, the west coast – and southern California in general – will be pivotal to the future.


What are key Texas targets feeling moving into the season, and what are west coast sources saying about Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns?  We will dive into both of those.

 

The Longhorns also made some huge news in the NIL world announcing a new licensing deal.  What are the particulars of that deal and what does it mean for Texas athletes?  We dive into that as well.

 

In this week’s edition of The Stampede, Horns247’s weekly gathering of recruiting intel, the Horns247 recruiting staff updates the Texas recruiting efforts out west and looks at the latest aspects of Name, Image and Likeness.

WEST COAST VIBES
While in Los Angeles, I spent some time talking to several west coast sources.  One, in particular, is heavily connected in the Los Angeles and SoCal area.  While discussing a few different subjects, this source said a few things I found interesting.

 

The first was how he felt that sometimes west coast players are overrated in the eyes of outsiders.  Because of California’s reputation as a football powerhouse, its prospects automatically get a bump in the eyes of observers.  This particular source mentioned that the key difference between Texas and California is that the state of Texas will produce some three-star wide receivers who could be the top guy in California if they were at the right program.

Program fit is important, and it hits close to home for Texas.  I asked this source about his thoughts on Maalik Murphy, and he told me that while he loves the kid and his overall skillset, he felt his decision to stay at Junipero Serra when he could have moved onto bigger programs with more talent will cost him when it comes to development and perception.

 

This source is also connected with Texas through Steve Sarkisian.  He’s known Sark for years as an influential voice in California, and he feels Texas could be a force out west cherry-picking the best from southern California if Sark can get the program off the ground. 

The same source told me that while Tom Herman’s staff “dabbled” out west, Sark seems committed to making the Golden State a permanent recruiting home. That’s not incredibly surprising given his roots, but this source felt Sarkisian is perfectly built to recruit the diverse area.

“He’s just a really laid back and genuine dude,” the source said. “He can go into Compton or Inglewood and recruit the exact same as if he was going into Orange County.”

Despite the way his head coaching tenure at USC ended, I was told Sark still carries a lot of weight in LA for the way he recruited throughout his career. Another tool at their disposal is Maalik Murphy who holds a lot of respect in southern California. This source felt that Murphy would be the perfect host for all west coast prospects moving forward once he arrived at Texas.

USC’s grip on the area has loosened a bit. The Trojans still hold a lot of sway in the area, but it’s not as impenetrable as it once was. As Oregon moves in on the territory, there is a lot of room for Texas to claim some ground.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (GREENE)
The list of more important recruits than Earnest Greene on the Texas board right now probably isn’t that long. While Devon Campbell seems to be the top target on the offensive line, the need for a tackle body is vital for this class.

That’s where Earnest Greene comes in. While 247Sports bills the Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco big man as an interior offensive lineman, Texas sees him as a tackle. It’s easy to see why as Greene shows advanced athleticism and quick feet for his massive size.

Greene took a trip to Austin in June, and he plans to return on an official visit this fall. While Greene is still talking about several programs, I was told this race is pretty much down to a three-way race right now between Texas, Georgia and Ohio State. One source I spoke to said they would likely handicap it as an Ohio State lead with Texas in second. I was told that the lead Ohio State has at the moment could probably be described as “comfortable” at the moment, but a lot could change depending on the way his official visits go.

Greene wants to graduate early and make his decision in December at the All-American Bowl, so he’d like to take those visits during the season. He doesn’t have a date circled for a Texas visit yet, but he’s still trying to work that out moving forward. His interest in Texas really ties back to his relationship with Steve Sarkisian and Kyle Flood when they were at Alabama.

If Texas can convince Greene that Austin is the place for him on his visit, they could reel in a vital piece to this class.

MURPHY’S LAW AND A PLEASANT NIGHT IN CALI

Murphy’s Law says that anything that can go wrong will, and that was certainly the case in Gardena (Calif.) Junipero Serra’s opening game.  The Cavs came in missing a few players due to COVID-19, and they lost a total of four players during the first game of the season.

 

Being a small private school, their depth just couldn’t handle that.  Murphy was without his three top receivers moving into the second half of the game against Orange Lutheran, and he came up short in his bid to lead them to a win.

 

Murphy said that his focus is on the season and on helping the Longhorns build their class.  He’s already planning his next unofficial visit to Austin which will come the weekend of the Oklahoma State game on October 16. 

Murphy is also hoping that Texas has some official visitors on campus he can meet with and talk to, and he’s been reaching out to a few others to join him on the trip.  Murphy said he contacted players like Brenen Thompson, Devon Campbell, Evan Stewart and Kam Dewberry to come to the game with him and spend some time together.

 

He’s also working on west coast prospects as well.  Murphy said he’s been talking to 2023 five-star wide receiver Deandre Moore Jr. who transferred from Las Vegas (NV.) Desert Pines to Los Alamitos in SoCal.  Moore plays with OU commit Malachi Nelson and is considered a Sooner lean, but he did have a good trip to Austin in June and Murphy said the two have talked about making the trip together.

 

Murphy has also been working on his teammate and 2023 cornerback Rodrick Pleasant.  A source I spoke with said they see a lot of Adoree Jackson in Pleasant’s game.  Texas offered him a few weeks ago, and it’s no surprise why.  Pleasant is a football and track star owning a personal best time of 10.32 in the 100 meters and a 20.59 200 meter time which earned him a state championship

A BRAND NEW DEAL
On Friday, Texas announced a licensing deal with The Brandr Group which will allow for students capitalizing on Name, Image and Likeness to utilize the university’s official trademarks and logos.

 

This is a significant move for a few reasons.  The biggest is that the school could personalize jerseys, t-shirts or other merchandise and sell in stores allowing for new avenues and income streams for students.  According to a press release, from the University, this program will be available to all its athletes.

 

“The program allows for the collective use of student-athletes' NIL in licensing and marketing programs, co-branded with UT's intellectual property. This creates opportunities for Texas student-athletes to join a group licensing program of three-or-more individuals from the same team or one with six-or-more student-athletes across multiple sports. Participation in the group rights program is voluntary and does not restrict the student-athlete's individual NIL rights.”

While this isn’t the first deal of its kind in the new NIL era of college football (North Carolina and Ohio State have created similar programs), it does signify a big step forward from the athletic department.  Through this program, this student-athlete enters into a contract with the University where any profit off that athlete's NIL is split 51-49 between the school and the player.  

Over the past few months, I’ve reported how Texas has faced some red tape challenges with its ability to maximize NIL for athletes. The biggest red tape was the death grip the school holds over its intellectual property. Outsiders companies have had to jump through hoops and make sure no logos or trademarks were used before securing a deal with players. Because of that, some athletes have run into more dead ends than anything while trying to profit.

Though it may not seem like it right now, there are still rules in place when it comes to NIL.  Though the school is more involved here, programs still can't be involved in arranging those deals for kids.  We are still in the infancy of this new era, and while just about everyone is trying to take advantage of the gray areas to pick up an early advantage, there's an expectation that the rules of NIL will eventually be more defined and tightened by authorities.  Once those boundaries are in place, it will take strong moves like this to create a lasting effect.

With one of the biggest obstacles down, Texas can continue to sharpen and improve its NIL pitch and make athletes aware of the monumental earning potential in front of them.

 

 

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The Texas Longhorns 2022 recruiting class currently sits inside the top 15 in the country with important needs to be filled.

Steve Sarkisian’s first full class sits at 17 commitments, including eight members of the initial On300. The backfield is loaded up for the future. The EDGE concerns are being addressed and the safety spot should be in good hands going forward.

Never have Evan Stewart and Brenen Thompson been so important

The position that has received the majority of negative news in August is wide receiver. That ranges from inconsistent hands, lack of speed and quickness to race past coverage, and injuries.

There are three wide receivers in Texas the staff is heavily recruiting. Inside Texas expects that list to expand.

Evan Stewart, Frisco (Texas) Liberty

On300 Ranking: No. 5

Texas is battling future SEC foes Florida, LSU, and Alabama with Texas A&M on the outside looking in.

Brenen Thompson, Spearman (Texas)

On300 Ranking: No. 24

Thompson will stay close to home. The final three are Texas A&M, Texas, and Oklahoma State. The Aggies are considered the favorite headed into the fall. The Longhorns will receive a September official visit.

Jordan Hudson, Garland (Texas)

On300 Ranking: No. 29

The SMU commit told IT last week an official visit to Texas was still a possibility.

Texas is also recruiting On300 No. 87 Shazz Preston (St. James, La.). He is a long shot at this time.

Offensive line features big battles

The offensive line has the most intense battles in the 2022 cycle in Texas. The Longhorns have a pair of talented IOLs in the boat, and now must finish with two or three more.

Devon Campbell, IOL, Arlington (Texas) Bowie

On300 Ranking: No. 18

Texas is battling Oklahoma for the five-star guard. Alabama and LSU will receive fall OVs, along with the Longhorns. USC remains in the mix.

Kelvin Banks, OT, Humble (Texas) Summer Creek

On300 Ranking: No. 26

Texas is not backing off the Oregon verbal. And quite frankly, the Longhorns can’t afford to. Offensive tackle is a concern in the 2022 class to say the least.

Neto Umeozulu, OT/IOL, Allen (Texas)

On300 Ranking: No. 58

The toughest recruiting read for college coaches in the 2022 cycle. Expect the 6-foot-4, 295-pounder to step foot on campus at Texas and Texas A&M again in the fall.

Kam Dewberry, OT, Humble (Texas) Atascocita

On300 Ranking: No. 68

Texas A&M and Oklahoma sit in a better position than Texas headed into fall OVs to Norman and most likely Austin. If Alabama gets the final OV over Texas, the Longhorns can kiss this recruitment goodbye.

Earnest Greene, IOL, Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco

On300 Ranking: No. 133

Texas and the rest of the competition must survive the Ohio State OV the second weekend in September. Sarkisian and Kyle Flood are working this one very hard.

Cornerback is a concern

The cornerback position is a concern, to say the least. The Longhorns have a “must get” recruit in Denver Harris still listening. Others must emerge as backup plans.

Denver Harris, Houston (Texas) North Shore

On300 Ranking: No. 12

The five-star is still likely to decide between Alabama and Texas with the Crimson Tide holding the advantage headed into September. LSU is on the peripheral. Texas A&M won’t give up with more momentum in the class since the Bryce Anderson commitment.

Terrance Brooks, Little Elm (Texas)

On300 ranking: No. 15

Texas continues to stay in contact with the circle of the five-star prospect and Ohio State verbal. The same can be said for Alabama, Oregon, and Texas A&M.

Texas is also in communication with On300 No. 184 Jaylon Guilbeau (Port Arthur Memorial).

Defensive line has big fish still possible

The Longhorns staff has addressed needs at EDGE with solid prospects, and has a big time defensive tackle in the boat. That means there is the opportunity to have a terrific defensive line haul in 2022 with big names still listening.

Aaron Bryant, DL, Southaven (Miss.)

On300 Ranking: No. 157

Bryant is announcing on August 26. This one has been trending positively for Texas in recent weeks. Bo Davis adding Bryant with Kristopher Ross would be a solid interior class.

Jaray Bledsoe, DL, Marlin (Texas)

On300 ranking: No. 69

Texas and Texas A&M lead the group that includes hard-charging TCU, and Baylor on the peripheral. A win here by the Longhorns would be icing on the cake should Bryant jump in the class this week.

Justice Finkley, EDGE, Trussville (Ala.) Hewitt-Trussville

On300 ranking: No. 190

Alabama wants Finkley. This will be an upset if the 6-foot-2, 255-pounder with a terrific motor picks Texas or Colorado. If the Crimson Tide back off, then obviously the recruitment changes dramatically.

J’Mond Tapp, EDGE, Donaldsville (La.) Ascension Catholic

On300 Ranking: No. 152

Texas remains the only OV Tapp has taken headed into the fall. The Longhorns staff continues to pursue the 6-foot-3, 245-pounder. Should Finkley pick Alabama, this recruitment becomes more important. LSU, Florida, Georgia and possibly Alabama are the competition.

Texas is also recruiting some long shots. Those include On300 No. 22 Quency Wiggins (Baton Rouge Madison Prep), No. 30 Omari Abor (Duncanville).

 

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DT Aaron Bryant, Southaven (Southaven, MS) - 2022

The No. 157 ranked prospect in the On300 will announce his decision on Thursday. The 6-foot-4, 305-pound quick and powerful interior defender has been a lean to Texas for a few weeks. IT has not heard anything that would change that, to this point. Should Bryant commit to Texas on August 26, Ole Miss will not back off. At one point this summer Bryant was telling three college assistants recruiting him that he would still make an official visit to Ole Miss even if he committed in August. He has since backed off that a little.

Should Texas win out for Bryant, Longhorns defensive line coach Bo Davis will have reeled in On300 No. 55 Kristopher Ross and No. 157 Bryant. The Longhorns would continue to recruit No. 69 Jaray Bledsoe to be part of the class. Bledsoe would be an icing on the cake defensive lineman in the class. TCU is working to make a serious run at Bledsoe.

EDGE Justice Finkley, Hewitt-Trussville (Trussville, AL) - 2022

The Texas staff continues to heavily pursue the No. 190 ranked prospect in the On300. Finkley has a birthday in October as a possible decision date, but he could also announce earlier in September. The key with Finkley’s recruitment is Alabama. He made the late July one-day visit, and IT continues to be informed that the Crimson Tide would take a commitment from the 6-foot-2, 255-pounder with an elite motor. Colorado is the third school under consideration.

Should Finkley pick Alabama, the Texas staff would turn full attention toward J’Mond Tapp (Ascension Catholic/Donaldsville, La.). The 6-foot-3, 245-pounder’s lone official visit to date is Texas. Florida, LSU, and about every other SEC program is recruiting Tapp. Where he falls on those boards varies. For the longhorns, they would like to win out for one more EDGE prospect in the class.

On300 No. 22 Quency Wiggins (Madison Prep/Baton Rouge, La.) is very high on the board, but is considered a longshot behind LSU and Alabama. Texas is likely to get Wiggins back on campus for an official visit this fall.

OL Connor Robertson, Westlake (Austin, TX) (TEXAS) - 2022

Inside Texas traveled to Cedar Park to watch one state champion and one state finalist from 2020 get one more tune-up in before the games begin to count, as Todd Dodge's Westlake Chaps took on the Cedar Park Timberwolves led by first-year head coach Michael Quintero.

Westlake is a favorite to return to Arlington and defend their UIL 6A Div. I crown. Much of it has to do with five-star quarterback and Clemson commit Cade Klubnik. He can't make the offense work without his offensive line.

Three-plus Power 5 players play O-line for the Chaps, including Texas commit Connor Robertson. Wearing No. 60, Robertson manned right tackle for Westlake and had a solid night of pass protection, allowing time for Klubnik to throw four touchdown passes against the T-Wolves.


Robertson moved his feet decent, but what stood out were his hands. Facing undersized defenders, once the 6-foot-4, 290-pounder had his mitts on an edge player, they weren't getting by him. There were some plays he relied on strength over form when clearing a running lane, but he showed plenty of promising attributes for Kyle Flood to work with.

Robertson called committing a huge relief and stress taken off his back. "I definitely got to live easier, and now I don't have to worry about something like that when I'm trying to focus on the team," Robertson said.

Kyle Flood's resume appealed to Robertson, and he built his best recruiting relationship with Flood. Robertson has no current plans to enroll early, but said "nothing is set yet."

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Recruiting Buzz - Uncommitted Texas Targets - Gerry

 

The state of Texas will be a central part of the 2022 class rankings.

There are currently 14 members of the initial On300 yet to announce a commitment. That list includes four five-stars headlined by the nation’s top receiver Evan Stewart.

With No. 46 Ernest Cooper IV set to come off the board Monday, On3 checks on the Lone Star State’s top uncommitted prospects.

Evan Stewart, WR, Frisco (Texas) Liberty

Ranking: No. 5

Stewart is an all-SEC battle, and yes, that includes future member Texas. The Longhorns are battling Florida, LSU, Alabama and Texas A&M. Texas and Florida continue to receive the most buzz.

Harold Perkins, LB, Cypress (Texas) Cy Park

Ranking: No. 8

Texas A&M remains in the strongest position with LSU, Texas and Florida squarely in the mix. Oregon is scheduled to receive an official visit, but Perkins will play in the SEC.

Denver Harris, CB, Houston (Texas) North Shore

Ranking: No. 12

Alabama continues to trend over Texas with LSU and Texas A&M on the peripheral. Harris has been thinking about a Sept. 22 commitment date, his birthday.

Devon Campbell, IOL, Arlington (Texas) Bowie

Ranking: No. 18

Texas has had the mauling guard on campus more than any other program. Oklahoma has chipped away at the Longhorns’ perceived lead over the summer. Fall official visits to Texas, Alabama and LSU are planned. USC also remains in the mix.

Brenen Thompson, WR, Spearman (Texas)

Ranking: No. 24

Thompson released a final three of Texas A&M, Texas and Oklahoma State late in the week. The Aggies have been trending with three visits since March. Texas will receive Thompson’s final official visit Sept. 17. This is shaping up as Steve Sarkisian vs. Jimbo Fisher for one of the faster prospects in the country.

Omari Abor, EDGE, Duncanville (Texas) 

Ranking: No. 30

Once thought to be a near-lock to end up at Oklahoma, Abor’s recruitment is heading in another direction. Ohio State was the childhood favorite that transition to being a big Chase Young fan. Alabama and LSU have received official visits. Texas A&M and Texas have received unofficial visits. Abor and Harold Perkins have struck up a close friendship in the process.

Bear Alexander, DL, Fort Worth (Texas) Brewer

Ranking: No. 32

Since backing off the Georgia verbal, this recruitment has been trending heavily toward Texas A&M. Nothing has changed on the front. The Aggies have a big lead over the Bulldogs.

Ernest Cooper IV, EDGE, Arlington (Texas) Martin

Ranking: No. 46

Cooper is set to announce his decision Monday. Stanford has been the favorite for over a year. Texas A&M has made a push this summer. This recruitment would be an upset if it’s not the Cardinal.

Neto Umeozulu, IOL, Allen (Texas) 

Ranking: No. 58

Umeozulu is one of the toughest recruits to get a read on in years and that includes college coaches. USC has received the lone official visit to date. Texas A&M and Texas have had the mauler on campus this summer. This recruitment could go several different directions.

Chris Marshall, WR, Missouri City (Texas) Fort Bend Marshall 

Ranking: No. 61

Texas A&M continues to trend heavily over USC. Alabama could make a run if Nick Saban chooses to this fall. Marshall is close with several Texas A&M commits from the Houston area.

Kam Dewberry, OT, Humble (Texas) Atascocita

Ranking: No. 68

Two official visits remain – Oklahoma will be Sept. 17 and the final official will be to either Texas or Alabama. Ohio State was the childhood favorite, but this recruitment continues to trend closer to home. Texas A&M and Oklahoma are ahead of LSU and Texas.

Jaray Bledsoe, DL, Marlin (Texas)

Ranking: No 69

Texas and Texas A&M – if the Aggies push – are the leaders. TCU is making a run of late. Baylor is on the peripheral. All four will receive official visits. The Longhorns have a very strong relationship with Bo Davis in their corner.

Jaylon Guilbeau, CB, Port Arthur (Texas) Memorial 

Ranking: No. 184

TCU was where the Golden Triangle corner was headed until the news of Texas and Oklahoma moving to the SEC. That threw a wrench in Guilbeau’s plans not knowing where the Horned Frogs will be in the future. Texas remains in contact. The Aggies remain in contact, but he is behind others in the pecking order.

Major Everhart, RB, Amarillo (Texas) Tascosa

Ranking: No. 216

This recruitment was trending to TCU over Texas Tech, Virginia Tech and Baylor until a recent offer from Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are working to get an official visit before the versatile playmaker makes a decision. Of course, TCU is hoping that doesn’t happen.

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Recruiting Buzz - Uncommitted Texas Targets - Gerry

 

The state of Texas will be a central part of the 2022 class rankings.

There are currently 14 members of the initial On300 yet to announce a commitment. That list includes four five-stars headlined by the nation’s top receiver Evan Stewart.

With No. 46 Ernest Cooper IV set to come off the board Monday, On3 checks on the Lone Star State’s top uncommitted prospects.

Evan Stewart, WR, Frisco (Texas) Liberty

Ranking: No. 5

Stewart is an all-SEC battle, and yes, that includes future member Texas. The Longhorns are battling Florida, LSU, Alabama and Texas A&M. Texas and Florida continue to receive the most buzz.

Harold Perkins, LB, Cypress (Texas) Cy Park

Ranking: No. 8

Texas A&M remains in the strongest position with LSU, Texas and Florida squarely in the mix. Oregon is scheduled to receive an official visit, but Perkins will play in the SEC.

Denver Harris, CB, Houston (Texas) North Shore

Ranking: No. 12

Alabama continues to trend over Texas with LSU and Texas A&M on the peripheral. Harris has been thinking about a Sept. 22 commitment date, his birthday.

Devon Campbell, IOL, Arlington (Texas) Bowie

Ranking: No. 18

Texas has had the mauling guard on campus more than any other program. Oklahoma has chipped away at the Longhorns’ perceived lead over the summer. Fall official visits to Texas, Alabama and LSU are planned. USC also remains in the mix.

Brenen Thompson, WR, Spearman (Texas)

Ranking: No. 24

Thompson released a final three of Texas A&M, Texas and Oklahoma State late in the week. The Aggies have been trending with three visits since March. Texas will receive Thompson’s final official visit Sept. 17. This is shaping up as Steve Sarkisian vs. Jimbo Fisher for one of the faster prospects in the country.

Omari Abor, EDGE, Duncanville (Texas) 

Ranking: No. 30

Once thought to be a near-lock to end up at Oklahoma, Abor’s recruitment is heading in another direction. Ohio State was the childhood favorite that transition to being a big Chase Young fan. Alabama and LSU have received official visits. Texas A&M and Texas have received unofficial visits. Abor and Harold Perkins have struck up a close friendship in the process.

Bear Alexander, DL, Fort Worth (Texas) Brewer

Ranking: No. 32

Since backing off the Georgia verbal, this recruitment has been trending heavily toward Texas A&M. Nothing has changed on the front. The Aggies have a big lead over the Bulldogs.

Ernest Cooper IV, EDGE, Arlington (Texas) Martin

Ranking: No. 46

Cooper is set to announce his decision Monday. Stanford has been the favorite for over a year. Texas A&M has made a push this summer. This recruitment would be an upset if it’s not the Cardinal.

Neto Umeozulu, IOL, Allen (Texas) 

Ranking: No. 58

Umeozulu is one of the toughest recruits to get a read on in years and that includes college coaches. USC has received the lone official visit to date. Texas A&M and Texas have had the mauler on campus this summer. This recruitment could go several different directions.

Chris Marshall, WR, Missouri City (Texas) Fort Bend Marshall 

Ranking: No. 61

Texas A&M continues to trend heavily over USC. Alabama could make a run if Nick Saban chooses to this fall. Marshall is close with several Texas A&M commits from the Houston area.

Kam Dewberry, OT, Humble (Texas) Atascocita

Ranking: No. 68

Two official visits remain – Oklahoma will be Sept. 17 and the final official will be to either Texas or Alabama. Ohio State was the childhood favorite, but this recruitment continues to trend closer to home. Texas A&M and Oklahoma are ahead of LSU and Texas.

Jaray Bledsoe, DL, Marlin (Texas)

Ranking: No 69

Texas and Texas A&M – if the Aggies push – are the leaders. TCU is making a run of late. Baylor is on the peripheral. All four will receive official visits. The Longhorns have a very strong relationship with Bo Davis in their corner.

Jaylon Guilbeau, CB, Port Arthur (Texas) Memorial 

Ranking: No. 184

TCU was where the Golden Triangle corner was headed until the news of Texas and Oklahoma moving to the SEC. That threw a wrench in Guilbeau’s plans not knowing where the Horned Frogs will be in the future. Texas remains in contact. The Aggies remain in contact, but he is behind others in the pecking order.

Major Everhart, RB, Amarillo (Texas) Tascosa

Ranking: No. 216

This recruitment was trending to TCU over Texas Tech, Virginia Tech and Baylor until a recent offer from Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are working to get an official visit before the versatile playmaker makes a decision. Of course, TCU is hoping that doesn’t happen.

Didn't Dewberry already schedule a UT OV?

Also, we're gonna screw around and fuck up the Campbell lead aren't we?

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Elite WR Evan Stewart still sorting through recruiting options

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Elite WR Evan Stewart still sorting through recruiting options

Mike Roach
 


FRISCO, Texas — Evan Stewart woke up last week as a Top 3 player in the country.

The five-star wide receiver from Frisco Liberty has been striving to be the best, and he feels that his ranking reflects his hard work.

"It actually feels amazing," he said. "I woke up this morning and had plenty of texts. It's an honor. It's God's blessing, so I never take it for granted."

Stewart's had a target on his back for the last year as his profile continued to rise. Now with the biggest target on his back he's ever had, Stewart said this season will be business as usual.

"As I look at it, I'm going to treat everybody as if it was last year or the year before that," Stewart said. "I had no offers and I had no stars. Whoever gets in front of me, I'm going to do my best to beat them."

Florida has been generating some buzz in Stewart's recruitment following a July visit to Gainesville. 7-on-7 teammate Nick Evers is committed to the Gators, and Stewart said that while the two have a good relationship, he still considers his recruitment to be open.

"They stand pretty good," he said. "It's still a pretty even playing field. Of course, people think Florida is a favorite because of Nick. We've got a good relationship and all, but it's not going to dictate where I go."

While everyone wants to know who's leading for him, Stewart said his focus is on the season.

"I couldn't even really say anything about it, because I don't really think about recruiting as much as people thank I would," he said. "I've just been practicing and working on my craft to get ready for the season. There are no leaders right now. People think I have favorites but it's all pretty even."

On the day Stewart talked with Horns247, he had just concluded a call with Steve Sarkisian. The Texas head coach showed him how they could use a player of his ability.

"I just got done on a Zoom with coach Sark," he said. "He was showing me how they were going to use me in the offense and things like that and how they used Devonta (Smith) in the championship and all of their other games."

For Texas, the challenge is to perform on the field this year and show a need for Stewart to come in and play early. It's a tightrope to walk, and Stewart acknowledged he wants to see them perform offensively.

"Of course I want to see them perform," he said. "If they can't perform, I can't really look that way. Of course, I'd love to help an organization out but they have to perform."

Stewart wants to see what the gameday atmosphere in Austin is like. He plans to take in a game in Austin along with the Red River Showdown.

"I'm going to try to make it up to one game," he said. "I don't know which game yet. I really want to see the Texas-OU game of course. I also want to see a game on campus for sure."

Stewart still has three visits pending. LSU and Alabama will both get trips, and he's not sure what he will do with the final visit.

"No not yet," he said. "I think I'm going to the LSU-Bama game at home, so that would be my official visit there. Then I'd visit LSU and would have one other visit. I'm not sure who that would go to yet."

At 6-feet, 175 pounds, Stewart is ranked as the No. 1 wide receiver in the nation and No. 1 overall prospect in Texas, according to 247Sports Composite.

 

 

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Yeah, unless Worthy has a big year…. Kiss Stewart goodbye.  I’ve seen how this plays out with every elite receiver that we “lead” for…

With that said, the fuck has LSU done outside of Joe Brady that makes him think he will get utilized there?  Why doesn’t he see how they use Jojo Earle and hold them to the same standards.  We get negative recruited a lot.  Sark needs to show his killer instinct and show him clips of how he got Julio Jones open in the NFL.  Dude needs to sell himself more.  It’s one thing to lose elite WRs to Bama…. But fuck losing them to ogre and the midget in college station when their offense BLOWS!

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3 minutes ago, victory88 said:

Yeah, unless Worthy has a big year…. Kiss Stewart goodbye.  I’ve seen how this plays out with every elite receiver that we “lead” for…

With that said, the fuck has LSU done outside of Joe Brady that makes him think he will get utilized there?  Why doesn’t he see how they use Jojo Earle and hold them to the same standards.  We get negative recruited a lot.  Sark needs to show his killer instinct and show him clips of how he got Julio Jones open in the NFL.  Dude needs to sell himself more.  It’s one thing to lose elite WRs to Bama…. But fuck losing them to ogre and the midget in college station when their offense BLOWS!

Ah yes, because when Falcons fans remember the Sark era, they remember how well they felt Julio Jones was used.

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15 minutes ago, victory88 said:

Yeah, unless Worthy has a big year…. Kiss Stewart goodbye.  I’ve seen how this plays out with every elite receiver that we “lead” for…

With that said, the fuck has LSU done outside of Joe Brady that makes him think he will get utilized there?  Why doesn’t he see how they use Jojo Earle and hold them to the same standards.  We get negative recruited a lot.  Sark needs to show his killer instinct and show him clips of how he got Julio Jones open in the NFL.  Dude needs to sell himself more.  It’s one thing to lose elite WRs to Bama…. But fuck losing them to ogre and the midget in college station when their offense BLOWS!

Jojo Earle ended up at Bama btw.

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39 minutes ago, victory88 said:

Yeah, unless Worthy has a big year…. Kiss Stewart goodbye.  I’ve seen how this plays out with every elite receiver that we “lead” for…

With that said, the fuck has LSU done outside of Joe Brady that makes him think he will get utilized there?  Why doesn’t he see how they use Jojo Earle and hold them to the same standards.  We get negative recruited a lot.  Sark needs to show his killer instinct and show him clips of how he got Julio Jones open in the NFL.  Dude needs to sell himself more.  It’s one thing to lose elite WRs to Bama…. But fuck losing them to ogre and the midget in college station when their offense BLOWS!

No one cares how they are utilized in college, they care where they get drafted. LSU receivers often do nothing at all in college and get drafted high.

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HOUSTON – Five-star cornerback Denver Harris told On3’s Gerry Hamilton that his friends and teammates at North Shore High School expect him to commit to Alabama.

“All of them say Bama, of course, because Bama is the best school in the nation,” Harris, the No. 12 player in the country and second-ranked player in the Lone Star State, said. “That’s a proven fact. But they all be like, ‘Dude, you’re going to Bama.’ I just smile and stuff. I can’t give it away that easy.

“But I tell them I really don’t know where I want to go. I truly, honestly, don’t know where I want to go.”

Harris took official visits this summer to Alabama, LSU and Texas in June, and he’s also been on campus at Texas A&M. Harris told Hamilton Tuesday at his high school practice he’s still considering a Sept. 22 commitment.

“But don’t mark my words for it,” Harris told Hamilton.

Harris said he was scheduled to officially visit Georgia this fall, but UGA “stopped messing with me.” He also mentioned possibly an Ohio State visit but that likely wouldn’t happen before a potential commitment deadline.

Harris said he does hope to get some visits “down South” this fall, but he won’t be at Texas’ season opener against Louisiana.

“I want to go to a good game,” Harris told Hamilton. “I need Texas to be tested.”

Denver Harris building bonds with coaches
Harris said he’s done a good job of forging relationships with coaches, including Alabama head coach Nick Saban.

“We talk once a week on FaceTime,” Harris said. “It’s pretty much straight business. He checks on me and sees how my week has been.”

Harris also said he has good regular conversations with LSU secondary coach Corey Raymond.

“We talk about a lot of the same things,” Harris said. “He talks to me about being a man. Being by myself.”

Texas is also regular in its communications. He said the Longhorn coaches visit with him about how his therapy is going. Harris is hoping to be back on the field soon after he completes his recovery from an ALC injury that he suffered in the state semifinals last season.

“We talk a lot,” Harris told Hamilton about Texas. “We check-in. See how my therapy is going and that stuff.”

Harris told Hamilton he hopes to come in and start at whichever program he picks, but he’s also not afraid of sitting behind a more experienced cornerback for a season.

“Of course, I want to come in and start but I know I have to work hard,” Harris said. “I’m looking at it like I have a chance to start come in and start. But if there’s a DB that’s already been doing his thing or two DBs that are already doing their thing, and they’re on their last year, I’m cool with it.”

 

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