Texas Longhorns: Washington Huskies
2015 Calif. DE has Longhorns near top 
May, 25, 2013
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William Wilkerson | ESPN.com
If it wasn’t clear before that the days of Texas staying within its borders to recruit was long gone, then maybe its latest defensive end offer amplifies that point.
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Army Bowl: Wednesday notebook
January, 2, 2013
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Damon Sayles and
William Wilkerson | ESPN.com
SAN ANTONIO -- Wednesday was a day off for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl teams. Instead of working out and participating in drills, the players took in visits around the city -- including a stop at the Alamodome for photo opportunities and to see their game apparel -- and used the day to recover from two days of practice.
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
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U.S. Army Bowl: Tuesday notebook
January, 1, 2013
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William Wilkerson and
Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
SAN ANTONIO – ESPN 150 wide receiver James Quick (Louisville, Ky./Trinity) has drawn plenty of attention for his play through two practices for the East team in preparation for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
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#BlueChipBattles: Dec. 21
December, 22, 2012
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ESPN.comReuben Foster (center) is torn between good friends Dee Liner (left) and Tray Matthews (right).No. 1 ILB Reuben Foster has voiced his desire to play with at least one of his SEC-bound friends next season. But will he follow Tray Matthews to Georgia or hook up with Dee Liner wherever the ESPN 150 DL settles? It remains to be seen, but the mystery surrounding his recruitment keeps Foster at the top of our #BlueChipBattles.
Each week, RecruitingNation summons its writers from around the country to compile a list of the top 10 battles for elite football recruits leading up to February's signing day.
Here are this week's top battles
, and you can take a shot at ranking the top 10 recruiting battles on SportsNation.#BlueChipBattles: Nov. 30
November, 30, 2012
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ESPN.comCarl Lawson, Dee Linerand Reuben Foster are still committed to Auburn, but the Tigers' coaching situation could change things for the three ESPN 150 recruits.Auburn bid farewell to head coach Gene Chizik on Sunday. Could the Tigers also be saying goodbye to a trio of ESPN 150 recruits who could take their talents elsewhere?
Each week, RecruitingNation summons its writers from around the country to compile a list of the top 10 battles for elite football recruits leading up to February's signing day.
Here are this week's top battles
, and you can take a shot at ranking the top 10 recruiting battles on SportsNation.#BlueChipBattles: Nov. 16
November, 16, 2012
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ESPN.comUncommitted 2013 running backs Alvin Kamara and Derrick Green.ESPN 100 running backs Alvin Kamara and Derrick Green can score from anywhere on the field thanks to their breakaway speed, an attribute that makes them very attractive recruits to the Oregon Ducks. Oregon's pursuit of the duo headlines this week’s #BlueChipBattles.
Click through for our list to rank the top 10 recruiting battles
.Q&A: 2014 linebacker James David
October, 10, 2012
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William Wilkerson | ESPN.com
The Longhorns have already targeted their top inside linebacker prospects for 2014 in ESPN Watch List members Raekwon McMillan, Hoza Scott and Zac Whitley.
But there are a few others worth keeping an eye on, which includes tackling machine James David (Rockdale, Texas/Rockdale). David (6-foot-2, 217) had a breakout sophomore season with 118 tackles and has continued his strong play in the early part of this season. Last week against Hillsboro, David claims to have had at least 20 tackles, three forced fumbles and a pass deflection.
Those types of numbers have gotten the attention of a few of the Longhorns’ conference foes, in particular Baylor and Oklahoma, which have both offered. Washington has as well, but those three certainly won’t be the last.
But there are a few others worth keeping an eye on, which includes tackling machine James David (Rockdale, Texas/Rockdale). David (6-foot-2, 217) had a breakout sophomore season with 118 tackles and has continued his strong play in the early part of this season. Last week against Hillsboro, David claims to have had at least 20 tackles, three forced fumbles and a pass deflection.
Those types of numbers have gotten the attention of a few of the Longhorns’ conference foes, in particular Baylor and Oklahoma, which have both offered. Washington has as well, but those three certainly won’t be the last.
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Five from Friday: Antwuan Davis is back
September, 10, 2012
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William Wilkerson and
Max Olson | ESPN.com
Every week through the football season, HornsNation’s William Wilkerson and Max Olson will break down five things they learned while on the road at Texas high school football games. From the latest on Longhorn commits and offers to game observations to players who caught their attention, they've got you covered. Here’s what they saw this weekend:
William’s game: Lancaster vs. Tyler John Tyler
Max’s game: Bastrop vs. Gonzales
William’s game: Lancaster vs. Tyler John Tyler
Max’s game: Bastrop vs. Gonzales
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Texas is getting serious about its recruitment of two-sport star Devon Allen (Phoenix/Brophy Prep).
The three-star receiver prospect told HornsNation he officially received an offer from Texas and receivers coach Darrell Wyatt nearly two weeks ago.
That’s a significant move for the Longhorns, who already have commitments from two touted 2013 receivers and continue to chase No. 1 receiver and former UT pledge Ricky Seals-Jones.
The three-star receiver prospect told HornsNation he officially received an offer from Texas and receivers coach Darrell Wyatt nearly two weeks ago.
That’s a significant move for the Longhorns, who already have commitments from two touted 2013 receivers and continue to chase No. 1 receiver and former UT pledge Ricky Seals-Jones.
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Team USA knocked off American Samoa 27-6 late Saturday night for its first win of the U-19 World Championships at Burger Stadium in Austin. Here's a few notes to chew on this morning:
DeMarcus Ayers impresses
If there was any question as to whether DeMarcus Ayers (Lancaster, Texas/Lancaster) should be playing receiver when he gets to college, he answered it on Saturday.
DeMarcus Ayers impresses
If there was any question as to whether DeMarcus Ayers (Lancaster, Texas/Lancaster) should be playing receiver when he gets to college, he answered it on Saturday.
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One day after announcing his decommitment from Texas, Daeshon Hall (Lancaster, Texas/Lancaster) found his way to a school a little closer to home.
Though he made a name for himself in Texas, Hall is originally from Washington, still has many friends and family members in the area and was looking for a way to get back to the Pacific Northwest. On Friday, he confirmed what many expected and announced his commitment to the Washington Huskies.
The 6-foot-6, 230-pound defensive end is another big pickup in a day full of them for head coach Steve Sarkisian’s program. Hall mentioned taking visits to other Pac-12 programs Oregon and USC, but couldn’t pass up the opportunity to come home and play for the Huskies staff. Hall originally committed to Texas in February after a Longhorns junior day, but rumors of a decommitment swirled since then and the Huskies staff was able to reel him in.
Washington is recruiting Hall for football as well as basketball, but Hall has said he might want to focus solely on football at the next level. He is the first defensive end commitment for Washington’s 2013 recruiting class.
Though he made a name for himself in Texas, Hall is originally from Washington, still has many friends and family members in the area and was looking for a way to get back to the Pacific Northwest. On Friday, he confirmed what many expected and announced his commitment to the Washington Huskies.
The 6-foot-6, 230-pound defensive end is another big pickup in a day full of them for head coach Steve Sarkisian’s program. Hall mentioned taking visits to other Pac-12 programs Oregon and USC, but couldn’t pass up the opportunity to come home and play for the Huskies staff. Hall originally committed to Texas in February after a Longhorns junior day, but rumors of a decommitment swirled since then and the Huskies staff was able to reel him in.
Washington is recruiting Hall for football as well as basketball, but Hall has said he might want to focus solely on football at the next level. He is the first defensive end commitment for Washington’s 2013 recruiting class.
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The state of Texas is absolutely loaded when it comes to 2014 defensive backs. And Edward Paris might be the best of the best.
The Mansfield Timberview safety already hold well more than a dozen offers and has established himself as one of the nation’s top sophomores.
“I’m getting offers almost every other day,” Paris said Wednesday night. “Today was Notre Dame and Washington. I’m starting to lose count. It’s a blessing.”
The Mansfield Timberview safety already hold well more than a dozen offers and has established himself as one of the nation’s top sophomores.
“I’m getting offers almost every other day,” Paris said Wednesday night. “Today was Notre Dame and Washington. I’m starting to lose count. It’s a blessing.”
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Ra'Shaad Samples gets The Opening invite
March, 27, 2012
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Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
ESPNU 150 Watch List wide receiver Ra’Shaad Samples (Dallas/Skyline) is expected to miss as many as four months after fracturing his left fibula during Sunday’s Nike Football Training Camp in Irving, Texas. If rehabilitation goes in his favor, he could be back on the football field and competing in three months.
That would be just enough time for him to make his return in Beaverton, Ore. Samples was invited to participate in The Opening, a four-day training and competition event that will feature the nation’s top 150 players at the Nike headquarters. The event will take place July 5-8.
“I’m just thanking God,” said Samples, who is wearing a hard cast on his left leg. “It’s an honor, and I plan on balling. I get another chance to show why I’m the best wide receiver in the state.”
That would be just enough time for him to make his return in Beaverton, Ore. Samples was invited to participate in The Opening, a four-day training and competition event that will feature the nation’s top 150 players at the Nike headquarters. The event will take place July 5-8.
“I’m just thanking God,” said Samples, who is wearing a hard cast on his left leg. “It’s an honor, and I plan on balling. I get another chance to show why I’m the best wide receiver in the state.”
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DE Daeshon Hall: ‘I’ve always liked Texas’
February, 24, 2012
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Max Olson | ESPN.com
One visitor for Texas’ Saturday junior day might not be able to make the trip to Austin.
Lancaster’s Daeshon Hall has a playoff basketball game tonight against Jacksonville. If Lancaster wins, he will skip the junior day and practice with his team on Saturday morning.
The 6-foot-6, 235-pound defensive end is one of the more intriguing junior ends in the state. His family moved to Lancaster from Seattle last July and he enjoyed a breakout season with 60 tackles and 11 sacks.
Lancaster’s Daeshon Hall has a playoff basketball game tonight against Jacksonville. If Lancaster wins, he will skip the junior day and practice with his team on Saturday morning.
The 6-foot-6, 235-pound defensive end is one of the more intriguing junior ends in the state. His family moved to Lancaster from Seattle last July and he enjoyed a breakout season with 60 tackles and 11 sacks.
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Bowl debate: Big 12 vs. Pac-12
December, 19, 2011
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Ted Miller and
David Ubben | ESPN.com
The Pac-10 and Big 12 nearly got married last year, but only Colorado ended up eloping with the now-Pac-12.
You know: The conference that can count!
But the Pac-12, which has, yes, 12 teams, and the Big 12, which has 10 teams (though it's often hard to keep up with which ones), play each other in three bowl games this holiday season.
Joy to the world.
You know: The conference that can count!
But the Pac-12, which has, yes, 12 teams, and the Big 12, which has 10 teams (though it's often hard to keep up with which ones), play each other in three bowl games this holiday season.
Joy to the world.
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