Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Q&A: 2015 DT Marquise Overton
By Bob Przybylo
SoonerNation concluded the OKPreps 14 for ’14 last week, looking at the top in-state prospect for a loaded Class of 2014. But it’s never too early to start talking the Class of 2015.
And while the depth isn’t there just year for the in-state group, there definitely looks to be a few big-time talents.
One of them poised to break out is defensive tackle Marquise Overton (Jenks, Okla./Jenks). At 6-foot-2 and 280 pounds, Overton is already starting to receive interest from several colleges.
And being able to contribute at Jenks as a sophomore is usually a good indicator of somebody who is going to be a quality name to watch going forward.
SoonerNation: It’s still ridiculously early in the recruiting process for you. Have you been able to make any junior days?
Marquise Overton: I have not. I tried to make it to OU but had to miss it because of a wrestling tournament. I really wanted to go but couldn’t.
SN: Have you had any contact with the OU coaches?
Overton: I talked with coach [Mike] Stoops before junior day, so I’m starting to try to develop that relationship more.
SN: These next few weeks are big in terms of getting a chance to see some spring practices. Do you have any you plan to attend?
Overton: I’m going to try to see an OU practice. When you compete in other sports, it’s tough to do because your schedule is so busy. I don’t really know at this point, but I want to see OU.
SN: Are there any other schools showing interest?
Overton: Tulsa and Oklahoma State are sending me camp information. And I’ve been getting some letters from Michigan State and Texas Tech. I’ve been talking with Coach Thibs [Tulsa defensive line coach Calvin Thibodeaux].
SN: As a sophomore playing for a school like Jenks, you guys win the championship. What was that like?
Overton: It was a great feeling, you know. It has always been my dream, and we did. I knew I had to work hard to earn a spot, and that’s what I did.
SN: You said you’re 6-foot-2 and 280 pounds, what do the doctors say you should eventually grow to be?
Overton: I played last year at 6-2, 280 pounds. The doctor said I should grow at least another inch or two. He thinks I should end up about 6-4, so we’ll have to see.
SN: Have you seen any OU games?
Overton: The last OU game I saw was when OU came to Tulsa. I’ve never been to Norman yet. I really want to do that soon. I grew up liking OU and Alabama so I really want to see the campus.
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