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2017 Recruiting Thread Part 1

Sometimes it seems SBNation is full of idiots

I think I get the point he was trying to make but this is worded horribly -- because we can definitely brag about that too

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Juan Grande said:
Sometimes it seems SBNation is full of idiots

I think I get the point he was trying to make but this is worded horribly -- because we can definitely brag about that too

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I have 76 reasons that make the first part of this tweet incorrect. We cant brag about beating them on the field in the near future because the SEC wont let them play us any more.......at least that's who the Aggies blame.

 
Ranking the players on Texas’ roster No. 25-1: Malik Jefferson grabs Longhorns’ top spot

Here are Texas' Top 25-21 players on the roster:

25. Shane Buechele, Freshman, Quarterback

Freshman quarterback Shane Buechele is an early enrollee and will be someone to watch during the spring practices although he hasn't played a down of college football yet.

The 6-foot-2, 185-pound Arlington native will get a shot to prove himself during the spring. Head coach Charlie Strong said Buechele will have his opportunity to compete between the other quarterbacks on the Longhorn roster.

Buechele threw for 2,498 yards and 29 touchdowns during his senior season at Arlington Lamar. He'll be able to push Texas' quarterbacks with the added depth and that makes him a top 25 player entering spring camp.

24. Breckyn Hager, Freshman, Linebacker

Texas lost senior linebacker Peter Jinkens and will look to fill the spot, and freshman Breckyn Hager will have an opportunity to fight for a starting role during the spring and the 2016 season.

Hager brings a dose of nastiness to the defense, and showed his ability to make plays and find the ball during his freshman season.

Although he was hampered by an injury during the middle of the season, Hager put up solid numbers during his first year as a Longhorn. He recorded 18 total tackles and one interception during his freshman campaign.

23. Anthony Wheeler, Freshman, Linebacker

Much like Hager, freshman Anthony Wheeler will have a chance to fight for an expanded role during his second season in Austin.

Wheeler, a Dallas native, played regularly for Texas during his freshman season. He amassed 36 total tackles, one tackle for loss and one pass breakup in 2015.

The 6-foot-2, 209-pound linebacker makes the list after a solid showing last season. He has the opportunity to play a larger role for the Longhorns in the spring and in the 2016 season.

22. P.J. Locke, Freshman, Defensive back

Freshman defensive back P.J. Locke added a flair to the Longhorns' defensive backs. He wasn't always on the field, but when he was he showed off his ability.

Locke amassed 14 total tackles in 2015 and had one tackle for loss, one pass break up and a forced fumble.

Locke has the potential to have a breakout year in 2016 and will have a shot to prove it in a unit full of talent.

21. Charles Omenihu, Freshman, Defensive end

Freshman defensive end Charles Omenihu wasn't a starter in 2015, but he made an impression when he was on field.

Omenihu recorded 17 total tackles during his first year on the 40 acres. He also added one tackle for loss and one forced fumble.

Omenihu had a surprisingly strong year in 2015. He'll have a chance to improve from his freshman year and make a bigger impact in 2016.

Here are Texas' Top 20-16 players on the roster:

20. Kris Boyd, Freshman, defensive back

Freshman defensive back Kris Boyd is most memorable for his Twitter incident, where he retweeted a post suggesting he transfer to Texas A&M during halftime of the Longhorns' 50-7 blowout loss to TCU.

But Boyd had some shining moments on the field during his freshman campaign. He was able to make a solid impact when he played special teams. He also made a couple plays when he saw action at defensive back.

Boyd recorded 16 total tackles and one forced fumble in 2015. He'll have an opportunity to make a bigger impact in the spring and during the 2016 season, despite the lack of playing time during his freshman season.

19. Lorenzo Joe, Sophomore, Wide receiver

Sophomore wide receiver Lorenzo Joe went under the radar in 2015. But part of it was because of the Longhorns' lack of a passing game.

Joe, however, was a big part of Texas' run game as an excellent blocker last season. Joe only caught four passes for 73 yards during the 2015 season. He was able to find the end zone once for a touchdown last year.

With Texas moving to a more pass-friendly offense, Joe could be the recipient of some more action and passes thrown his way during the spring and in 2016.

18. Paul Boyette, Jr., Junior, Defensive tackle

Junior defensive tackle Paul Boyette, Jr. was surprise player in 2015 as he was able to make solid contributions to the defensive line's performance.

Boyette recorded 37 tackles, eight tackles for loss, three sacks, three quarterback hurries, two pass breakups and one fumble recovery.

Boyette will have an opportunity to make a larger impact in 2016 and will be able to show his potential during the spring.

17. Jason Hall, Sophomore, Safety

Sophomore safety Jason Hall was in on a lot of plays in 2016. He was a key contributor but he was also, at times, a liability.

Despite an up-and-down season, Hall finished with a strong stat line. Hall amassed 51 tackles, including half a tackle for loss. He also recorded two interceptions, two pass breakups, one quarterback hurry and one forced fumble.

Hall would see a higher spot on the list if it wasn't for some of the issues he had defensively in 2015. But he could be in line for a better year and could jump higher on the list with a strong spring practice performance.

16. Dylan Haines, Junior, Safety

Much like Hall, junior safety Dylan Haines was a big part of the Longhorns' defense in 2016. But he, too, had his weak spots during last season.

Haines would be a liability at times and then would show his importance with a key defensive play. At the end of the year, Haines finished with 47 total tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack, five interceptions and three pass breakups.

Haines' football smarts and ability to find the ball puts him just above fellow safety Hall on the list.

Ranking the players on Texas’ roster: Seasoned quarterback makes No. 15-11 cut

Here are Texas' Top 15-11 players on the roster:

15. Tyrone Swoopes, Junior, Quarterback

Junior quarterback Tyrone Swoopes has been given new life with a new set of offensive coaches in Sterlin Gilbert and Matt Mattox.

Swoopes started the 2015 season as the starter but was replaced by freshman quarterback Jerrod Heard after dismal performance in Texas' season-opening 38-3 loss to Notre Dame. But he found a role in a third-down package, which utilized his size in a predominately run-heavy formation.

Swoopes finished the season with 537 passing yards and five touchdowns. He also added 497 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.

The 6-foot-4, 244-pound quarterback from Whitewright will have a chance to dethrone Heard from the starting role and could play a big factor in the quarterback battle in the spring and entering fall camp.

14. Davante Davis, Freshman, Defensive back

Freshman defensive back Devante Davis had a solid first year with the Longhorns.

Davis, a 6-foot-2, 191-pound cornerback from Miami, showed off solid potential during his freshman campaign. His large size for a cornerback mixed with speed makes him a dangerous player in the secondary.

He recorded 35 tackles in 2015. He added seven pass breakups, one tackle for loss and one interception last season.

Davis could be a big player for the Longhorns in 2016 as he'll have a chance to lock up a starting role in the spring.

13. Armanti Foreman, Sophomore, Wide receiver

Sophomore wide receiver Armanti Foreman was lost in Texas' inability to generate a consistent passing game and he also had trouble in 2015.

But Foreman will be an important wide out in 2016 as he'll be a junior when next season begins. The 5-foot-11, 204-pound wide receiver from Texas City racked up 182 receiving yards and two touchdowns last year.

The Longhorns will need a much-improved performance in 2016. Foreman could see more opportunities to make plays next season under Gilbert and Mattox.

12. Chris Warren, Freshman, Running back

Freshman running back Chris Warren didn't play a ton in 2015 but he made a splash with a monster performance against Texas Tech.

Warren ran for 276 yards and four touchdowns on 25 carries against the Red Raiders. He followed that game up with a solid effort against Baylor, where he ran for 106 yards.

The 6-foot-2, 232-pound freshman finished the year with 475 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

Warren can build off his freshman campaign during the spring as he fights for more playing time. With the loss of senior running back Johnathan Gray, Warren could see a huge increase in carries.

11. Kent Perkins, Junior, Offensive lineman

Junior offensive lineman Kent Perkins will be a senior when the 2016 season rolls around. He'll be a key component in Texas' offensive line scheme.

Perkins will join two freshman All-Americans in Connor Williams and Patrick Vahe as a stalwart on the line.

His senior status and role on the line makes him an important player for the Longhorns and puts him near the top 10.

Ranking the players on Texas’ roster: Where did Jerrod Heard fall in the No. 10-6 cut?

Here are Texas' Top 10-6 players on the roster:

10. Bryce Cottrell, Junior, Defensive end

Junior defensive end Bryce Cottrell had a bit of a letdown season last year. But he was able to finish strong.

Cottrell, a 6-foot-2, 253-pound junior from Plano, was able to put together a solid string of games toward the end of the season, which helped him finish the year with 27 total tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, four sacks and four quarterback hurries.

Cottrell could see a bounce back year in 2016 as he has the potential to be a big part of the Longhorn defense. His pathway to improvement begins in the spring.

9. Naashon Hughes, Sophomore, Defensive end

Sophomore defensive end Naashon Hughes had a good year in 2015.

The 6-foot-4, 232-pound sophomore from Harker Heights finished the season with the fourth most tackles on the team.

Hughes recorded 57 total tackles, nine tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, four quarterback hurries and one forced fumble during his sophomore campaign.

Hughes was a big contributor for the Longhorns in 2015 and could be in line for an even stronger year in 2016. Hughes will be one to watch for during the spring and in 2016.

8. Holton Hill, Freshman, Defensive back

Freshman defensive back Holton Hill was one of many shining freshmen in 2015. But he was able to separate himself from the pack with a strong stat line.

Hill amassed 49 total tackles during his freshman season. He also recorded four pass break up, one tackle for loss, one interception and one fumble recovery.

The 6-foot-2, 179-pound freshman from Houston will have a chance to build off his surprising freshman campaign during the spring. Hill will be a player to keep close tabs with as the 2016 season draws near.

7. Jerrod Heard, Redshirt freshman, Quarterback

Jerrod Heard had an whirlwind season as the Longhorns' 10-game starter. Heard took over from incumbent starter junior Tyrone Swoopes after a disastrous performance in the home opener against Notre Dame.

Heard dazzled in his first game as the starter against Rice and followed that up by passing Vince Young's all-time total yards in a single game record against California.

But he also had his struggles, including losses to Oklahoma State, TCU, Iowa State and West Virginia. Heard injured himself against Texas Tech, which sidelined him for the final game against Baylor.

The Denton native finished the year with 1,214 passing yards and five touchdowns. Heard added 556 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 139 carries.

Heard should be the quarterback to beat in the spring. He'll have a chance to flourish in new offensive coaches Sterlin Gilbert and Matt Mattox's spread offense.

6. John Burt, Freshman, Wide receiver

Freshman wide receiver John Burt was the Longhorns' leading wide out in 2015.

Burt had an impressive freshman campaign despite Texas' struggles to generate a passing game.

The 6-foot-2, 184-pound receiver from Tallahassee, Florida caught 28 passes for 457 yards and two touchdowns last season.

Burt could have an opportunity to see more passes thrown his way under Gilbert and Mattox.

Burt had a solid season in 2015 but he'll have an opportunity to build off it during the spring. Burt could be in store for a break out year in 2016.

Here are Texas' Top 5-1 players on the roster:

5. Poona Ford, Sophomore, Defensive Tackle

Sophomore defensive tackle Poona Ford was a surprise performer in 2015.

The 5-foot-11, 291-pound junior from Hilton Head, South Carolina showed he was able to find the ball and had a knack to be in big plays during the 2015 season.

Ford finished with 39 total tackles, six tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 2015.

Ford will have a chance to make a bigger impact during the spring and during the 2016 campaign with the loss of junior defensive tackle Hassan Ridgeway to the NFL Draft.

4. Patrick Vahe, Freshman, Offensive lineman

Freshman offensive lineman Patrick Vahe was a one part of freshman offensive line duo that proved to be dangerous.

Vahe worked his way to a starting position during fall camp and made his first career start against Notre Dame - Texas' season opener.

Vahe had a strong season despite missing time with an injury at the end of the year. Although the injury hurt his season, he earned All-American honors.

Vahe will be an important member of Texas' offensive line in the spring and during the 2016 season.

3. D'Onta Foreman, Sophomore, Running back

Sophomore running back D'Onta Foreman didn't start a game for the Longhorns in 2015, but he was the team's best rusher last season.

Foreman, a bruising runner at 6-foot, 241 pounds, had a big season in 2015.

The Texas City native amassed 681 rushing yards and five touchdowns during his sophomore campaign. Foreman was working his way to a potential 1,000 yard rushing season, but he injured himself against West Virginia and missed the final two games of the season.

Foreman will be a key part of the offense with the loss of senior running back Johnathan Gray.

2. Connor Williams, Freshman, Offensive lineman

Freshman offensive lineman Connor Williams was the second part of a freshman duo that earned All-American honors in 2015.

Williams had a strong season last year. He was able to come in and establish his potential early. The 6-foot-5, 283-pound freshman from Coppell was a key member of the Longhorns' offensive line.

Williams made his first start in Texas' opener against Notre Dame and didn't relinquish the position in 2015. He'll be an important player for the Longhorns in 2016 after an impressive start to his college career.

1. Malik Jefferson, Freshman, Linebacker

Freshman linebacker Malik Jefferson is the Longhorns' No. 1 player.

The consensus five-star recruit proved his ability during his freshman campaign in Austin. Jefferson enrolled early and showed that he could compete for immediate playing time, which he was able to get when he made his first career start in Texas' opener.

The 6-foot-3, 232-pound freshman from Mesquite played in every game except against Baylor, where he was sidelined with an injury he sustained against Texas Tech.

Jefferson ended the 2015 season as the team's second-leading tackler with 61 total tackles. He also recorded seven tackles for loss, six quarterback hurries, three pass breakups, 2.5 sacks, one fumble recovery and one touchdown.

Jefferson shined last season and can build off a strong freshman season during the spring.

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/texaslonghorns/2016/02/19/ranking-players-texas-roster-5-1-malik-jefferson-grabs-longhorns-top-spot

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/texaslonghorns/2016/02/15/ranking-players-texas-roster-25-21-features-young-talent

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/texaslonghorns/2016/02/16/ranking-players-texas-roster-20-16-features-two-longhorn-safeties

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/texaslonghorns/2016/02/17/ranking-players-texas-roster-seasoned-quarterback-offense-makes-15-11-cut

http://sportsday.dallasnews.com/college-sports/texaslonghorns/2016/02/18/ranking-players-texas-roster-jerrod-heard-10-6-cut

 
J.B. TexasEx said:
Which makes ranking Buechele - at this point - somewhat nonsensical, IMO
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There's talk on the street; it sounds so familiar Great expectations, everybody's watching you 

People you meet, they all seem to know you 

Even your old friends treat you like you're something new 

Johnny come lately, the new kid in town 

Everybody loves you, so don't let them down 

You look in her eyes; the music begins to play 

Hopeless romantics, here we go again 

But after awhile, you're lookin' the other way 

It's those restless hearts that never mend 

Johnny come lately, the new kid in town 

Will she still love you when you're not around? 

There's so many things you should have told her, 

but night after night you're willing to hold her, 

Just hold her, tears on your shoulder 

There's talk on the street, it's there to 

Remind you, that it doesn't really matter 

which side you're on. 

You're walking away and they're talking behind you 

They will never forget you 'til somebody new comes along 

Where you been lately? There's a new kid in town 

Everybody loves him, don't they? 

Now he's holding her, and you're still around 

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Everybody's talking 'bout the new kid in town 

Ooh, hoo 

Everybody's walking' like the new kid in town 

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Interesting Read about 2013 class...Also mentions that J. Oliver and J. Warrick are attrition candidates...read the Mack Quote about the class..smh

When the class inked on National Signing Day 2013, Brown said of it:

“The highlight is the offensive line. I've just never seen guys this big with these kind of feet.â€

_______________

Examining what went wrong with Texas' 2013 recruiting class

http://teamstre.am/1SWRwHA

 
Per HD

"Two More Offers Go Out to OL Calvin Ashley and S Daniel Wright, couple of Florida kids with some ties both are BIG and I mean BIG time players....."

"Daniel Wright's brother is former Florida Gator and current Tampa Bay Buccaneer Major Wright. Major was coached by Charlie Strong while at Florida."

 
Duke C #11 said:


"New Kid In Town"



There's talk on the street; it sounds so familiar

Great expectations, everybody's watching you

People you meet, they all seem to know you

Even your old friends treat you like you're something new

Johnny come lately, the new kid in town

Everybody loves you, so don't let them down

You look in her eyes; the music begins to play

Hopeless romantics, here we go again

But after awhile, you're lookin' the other way

It's those restless hearts that never mend

Johnny come lately, the new kid in town

Will she still love you when you're not around?

There's so many things you should have told her,

but night after night you're willing to hold her,

Just hold her, tears on your shoulder

There's talk on the street, it's there to

Remind you, that it doesn't really matter

which side you're on.

You're walking away and they're talking behind you

They will never forget you 'til somebody new comes along

Where you been lately? There's a new kid in town

Everybody loves him, don't they?

Now he's holding her, and you're still around

Oh, my, my

There's a new kid in town

Ooh, hoo

Everybody's talking 'bout the new kid in town

Ooh, hoo

Everybody's walking' like the new kid in town

There's a new kid in town

There's a new kid in town

I don't want to hear it

There's a new kid in town

I don't want to hear it

There's a new kid in town

There's a new kid in town

There's a new kid in town
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Glenn Frey tribute or statement of caution?

 
Higdon was right about WDE Robert Beal. According to ND insider Tom Loy, Beal decommited from his "dream school" because his sister could not get accepted to Notre Dame. Since they are out of the picture, Beal has a top 5, in which Texas is the leader. To quote Loy:“They have done a tremendous job recruiting Robert since offering last summer,†said a source. “He has a great relationship with Charlie Strong and the two had a really long, impactful conversation after he decommitted from Notre Dame.â€

 
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