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We know BON is a bit skewed to Texas but I will take their word on these guys..
1) Johnathan Gray, Aledo RB(Texas) -- The Euclidian Terrorist looks for all the world like a once-in-a-generation back who simply has a nose for the end zone. While he can't make defenders miss in a phone booth like Trey Williams or bowl over defenders like Joe Bergeron, Gray is a nearly perfect blend of virtually every attribute a great running back should have, capped off by vision and patience that makes it seem as if he can see the future.
3)Malcom Brown, Brenham DT(Texas) -- One of the better defensive tackle prospects to emerge from his high school ranks in Texas in several years, Brown showed off his quickness making plays as a tight end at times for Brenham as a senior and consistently pursued opponents downfield, if necessary. He was miscast as a nose tackle at the International Bowl, but should see some action as a three tech as a freshman in pass-rushing situations, at the least
6) Kennedy Estelle, Pearland Dawson OT (Texas) -- Estelle has elite size and feet, as well as a nasty disposition that makes him an impact player at the first and second level. Since he started playing football as a sophomore, he is raw, but has virtually limitless potential
8) Kendall Sanders, Athens WR (Texas) -- A co-MVP of the Army game after recording two interceptions, Sanders has NFL upside as a defensive back and is now more open to the idea, but he's been told he will play receiver at Texas, where his ability to make plays after the catch and work in the jet sweep/reverse game will make him a versatile weapon in Bryan Harsin's offense.
10) Hassan Ridgeway, Mansfield DE (Texas) -- Physical upside -- that's what stands out the most about Ridgeway, he wasn't always the most productive player in high school and doesn't have an elite first step, but he's a specimen on the hoof and he's young for his class, so he's projectable. In terms of natural strength, there may not be another player in the state who can match the Mansfield product
11) Curtis Riser, DeSoto OG (Texas) -- Mean. Nasty. Those are the adjectives that every fan wants connected with their offensive lineman and both fit Riser well. An intense competitor who seems to take every rep in any situation as if it could be his last, Riser projects as a mauler in the running game who is advanced for an interior lineman in pass protection because he played outside for DeSoto, a spread, pass-happy team his junior season.
12) Cayleb Jones, Austin High WR (Texas) -- A tall, fluid receiver with elite ball skills and flypaper hands, Jones could well make this ranking look foolishly low. How he is able to transition to the college game in terms of creating separation and avoiding injury will ultimately determine the sagacity of this ranking.
13) Adrian Colbert, Mineral Wells S (Texas) -- The kid known as Flash combines elite track speed with the striking ability of a much larger safety. Throw in a fierce determination to succeed and it becomes pretty unbelievable that he was such an unknown until deep into his senior season
21) Daje Johnson, Pflugerville Hendrickson APB (Texas) -- Perhaps the fastest player in the state (obligatory SPARQ national record mention), Johnson has the versatility to be used in a number of different ways offensively. He has some experience as a route runner, as well as some pure running back skills. And if offense doesn't work out for him, he also has all the attributes of a strong cover corner.
22) Marcus Johnson, League City Clear Springs WR (Texas) -- A late riser, Johnson has a nice combination of size, body control, catching radius, and make-you-miss ability. No other receiver in recent yeas is as strong making catches along the sideline, a good skill for a future flanker.
23)Camrhon Hughes, Harker Heights OT (Texas) -- Much like Estelle, Hughes is raw, but has the body quickness, feet, arm length, and attitude to grow into an all-conference type of tackle. Just give him some time.
24)Orlando "Duke" Thomas, Copperas Cove CB (Texas) -- A quarterback in high school, Thomas showed natural ability at cornerback in the Offense-Defense Bowl, recording an interception and a fumble recovery. He won't be asked to play early at Texas, so he will have time to refine his technique, probably necessary since he didn't even play corner in 7on7 in high school.
25)Peter Jinkens, Dallas Skyline LB (Texas) -- A running back at times for Skyline, Jinkens is a Demarco Cobbs clone, as he runs like a safety, making him a strong bet to play SAM linebacker for Texas, even against the spread. His running back speed -- he tested faster than Johnathan Gray at The Opening -- will make him difficult to beat in coverage for running backs, tight ends, or even many slow receivers. *Jinkens rips shirt off*
1) Johnathan Gray, Aledo RB(Texas) -- The Euclidian Terrorist looks for all the world like a once-in-a-generation back who simply has a nose for the end zone. While he can't make defenders miss in a phone booth like Trey Williams or bowl over defenders like Joe Bergeron, Gray is a nearly perfect blend of virtually every attribute a great running back should have, capped off by vision and patience that makes it seem as if he can see the future.
3)Malcom Brown, Brenham DT(Texas) -- One of the better defensive tackle prospects to emerge from his high school ranks in Texas in several years, Brown showed off his quickness making plays as a tight end at times for Brenham as a senior and consistently pursued opponents downfield, if necessary. He was miscast as a nose tackle at the International Bowl, but should see some action as a three tech as a freshman in pass-rushing situations, at the least
6) Kennedy Estelle, Pearland Dawson OT (Texas) -- Estelle has elite size and feet, as well as a nasty disposition that makes him an impact player at the first and second level. Since he started playing football as a sophomore, he is raw, but has virtually limitless potential
8) Kendall Sanders, Athens WR (Texas) -- A co-MVP of the Army game after recording two interceptions, Sanders has NFL upside as a defensive back and is now more open to the idea, but he's been told he will play receiver at Texas, where his ability to make plays after the catch and work in the jet sweep/reverse game will make him a versatile weapon in Bryan Harsin's offense.
10) Hassan Ridgeway, Mansfield DE (Texas) -- Physical upside -- that's what stands out the most about Ridgeway, he wasn't always the most productive player in high school and doesn't have an elite first step, but he's a specimen on the hoof and he's young for his class, so he's projectable. In terms of natural strength, there may not be another player in the state who can match the Mansfield product
11) Curtis Riser, DeSoto OG (Texas) -- Mean. Nasty. Those are the adjectives that every fan wants connected with their offensive lineman and both fit Riser well. An intense competitor who seems to take every rep in any situation as if it could be his last, Riser projects as a mauler in the running game who is advanced for an interior lineman in pass protection because he played outside for DeSoto, a spread, pass-happy team his junior season.
12) Cayleb Jones, Austin High WR (Texas) -- A tall, fluid receiver with elite ball skills and flypaper hands, Jones could well make this ranking look foolishly low. How he is able to transition to the college game in terms of creating separation and avoiding injury will ultimately determine the sagacity of this ranking.
13) Adrian Colbert, Mineral Wells S (Texas) -- The kid known as Flash combines elite track speed with the striking ability of a much larger safety. Throw in a fierce determination to succeed and it becomes pretty unbelievable that he was such an unknown until deep into his senior season
21) Daje Johnson, Pflugerville Hendrickson APB (Texas) -- Perhaps the fastest player in the state (obligatory SPARQ national record mention), Johnson has the versatility to be used in a number of different ways offensively. He has some experience as a route runner, as well as some pure running back skills. And if offense doesn't work out for him, he also has all the attributes of a strong cover corner.
22) Marcus Johnson, League City Clear Springs WR (Texas) -- A late riser, Johnson has a nice combination of size, body control, catching radius, and make-you-miss ability. No other receiver in recent yeas is as strong making catches along the sideline, a good skill for a future flanker.
23)Camrhon Hughes, Harker Heights OT (Texas) -- Much like Estelle, Hughes is raw, but has the body quickness, feet, arm length, and attitude to grow into an all-conference type of tackle. Just give him some time.
24)Orlando "Duke" Thomas, Copperas Cove CB (Texas) -- A quarterback in high school, Thomas showed natural ability at cornerback in the Offense-Defense Bowl, recording an interception and a fumble recovery. He won't be asked to play early at Texas, so he will have time to refine his technique, probably necessary since he didn't even play corner in 7on7 in high school.
25)Peter Jinkens, Dallas Skyline LB (Texas) -- A running back at times for Skyline, Jinkens is a Demarco Cobbs clone, as he runs like a safety, making him a strong bet to play SAM linebacker for Texas, even against the spread. His running back speed -- he tested faster than Johnathan Gray at The Opening -- will make him difficult to beat in coverage for running backs, tight ends, or even many slow receivers. *Jinkens rips shirt off*
