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2007 PSN SPORTS FOOTBALL PREVIEW
5A District Previews
District 15-5A
1. Lufkin
2. The Woodlands
3. College Park
4. Oak Ridge
5. Conroe
6. Magnolia
Players to Watch
DB Darius Terry, Lufkin – The senior is the latest in a string of top-flight Panthers defensive backs
OT Brandon Thompson, The Woodlands – Thompson has received offers from at least 20 Division I colleges
DT Robert Gilmore, College Park – The Cavaliers reached the playoffs in their first season of varsity play due in no small part to this all-district selection
DT Jamarcus McFarland, Lufkin – This junior was the district sophomore of the year in ’06.
RB Tracy Milo, The Woodlands – He is the district leading returning rusher with 1,090 yards last season
District 16-5A
1. Westfield
2. Klein Oak
3. Klein Forest
4. Klein
5. Spring
6. Klein Collins
7. Tomball
Players to Watch
OT J.B. Shugarts, Klein – Shugarts, who has verbally committed to Ohio State, ranks as one of the state’s most dominant linemen
RB/WR Desean Hales, Klein Oak – The versatile senior was an all-state selection last season, and will also be a major threat in the return game
TE Jonathan Gimm, Westfield – Gimm was a first-team all district selection last season, and will be a focal point of the Mustangs’ offense
QB Ford Lakin, Klein Forest – The 3-year starter led the Golden Eagles to the playoffs with 1,854 passing yards and 20 touchdowns
K/P Randy Bullock, Klein – The senior is one of the state’s best kicking prospects (11-14 FGs and 39-39 PATs)
District 17-5A
1. Cy-Falls
2. Cy- Fair
3. Cy-Ridge
4. Jersey Village
5. Langham Creek
6. Strake Jesuit
7. Cy-Creek
8. Cy-Springs
Players to Watch
RB Sam McGuffie, Cy-Fair – McGuffie became the most prolific single-season rusher in Houston area history with 3,129 yards and 43 touchdowns
QB Russell Shepard, Cy-Ridge – Shepard burst onto the scene as a sophomore in ’06, combining for 2,229 yards rushing and passing while guiding the Rams to the playoffs
LB Jeff McVaney, Strake Jesuit – The returning all district performer will double as the Crusaders’ starting QB as well
RB Anthony Bibbs, Jersey Village – Bibbs, with 1,214 yards and 8 touchdowns, is the latest in a line of outstanding Falcon backs
RB Shane Turner, Cy-Falls – Turner was a key cog in the Golden Eagles’ run to the Division II title game
District 18-5A
1. Katy
2. Cinco Ranch
3. Alief Elsik
4. Alief Hastings
5. Katy Taylor
6. Alief Taylor
7. Mayde Creek
8. Morton Ranch
Players to Watch
RB Aundre Dean, Katy – Dean, who rushed for 2,111 yards a season ago, will be a key contributor in the Tigers’ quest for their fifth state title
RB Jeremy Hills, Hills – Hills rushed for 1,435 yards and will join his older brother Tony, an offensive lineman, at Texas next fall
DE Jowyn Ward, Mayde Creek – Ward had 71 tackles in 2006, and figures to be a disruptive force as an edge rusher
OL Eric Ball, Katy – The 270 pound senior is the latest standout lineman produced by Katy
DT Ray Kibble, Hastings – Kibble is an intimidating interior force on what should be a playoff contending team.
District 19-5A
1. Stratford
2. Aldine Eisenhower
3. Memorial
4. Aldine
5. Nimitz
6. MacArthur
7. Spring Woods
8. Northbrook
Players to Watch
QB Andrew Luck, Stratford – Luck, son of former Oilers quarterback Oliver Luck, threw for 2,909 yards and 27 touchdowns in leading the Spartans to a 10-2 record in 2006
OT David Campbell, Aldine – This 6-6, 320 pounder is drawing attention from Division I powerhouses
DT Rod Davis, Eisenhower – Davis, who has committed to Texas A&M, anchors what figures to be a stout Eagle defense.
S Bo Aycock, Memorial – Ayock was a playmaker in the Mustang secondary, returning one interception for a touchdown.
QB Darron Thomas, Aldine – The senior is a multitalented playmaker, accounting for over 1,500 total yards, and is being courted by several colleges
FS Craig Loston, Eisenhower – Loston, a junior, adds speed and skill to the Eagle secondary, recording 110 tackles and a pair of interceptions
District 20-5A
1. Houston Lamar
2. Houston Westside
3. Houston Madison
4. Houston Chavez
5. Bellaire
6. Westbury
7. Milby
8. Sam Houston
Players to Watch
QB Michael Goodnight, Westside – Michael Goodnight, a three year starter, passed for 2,004 yards and 18 touchdowns in leading the Wolves to a district championship
WR Jamaal Johnson, Chavez – Johnson caught 35 passes and scored 8 touchdowns to help lead the Lobos to the postseason
WR Eric Lair, Lamar – Lair provides a tall (6’4”) target in the passing game for the district favorite Redskins
DE Tracy Robertson, Lamar – The senior should provide upfront pressure for an experienced Lamar defense
District 21-5A
1. Baytown Lee
2. West Brook
3. PA Memorial
4. Kingwood
5. Baytown Sterling
6. Channelview
7. Humble
8. Atascocita
Players to Watch
RB Jarvis Moore, Baytown Lee – Moore is a standout runner for the traditionally pass-oriented Ganders, accumulating 1,460 yards and 13 touchdowns last season
WR/DB Jackie Hinton, Channelview – The senior is a threat as a receiver (34-421, 7 touchdowns) and a defensive back (5 interceptions)
RBs Albert Williams and Christian Michael, West Brook – Williams, a senior, and Michael, a junior, combined for 2,845 yards in the Bruin backfield
WR Freddie King, PA Memorial – The senior wideout is a key man in the explosive Titan offense, having caught 50 passes for 800 yards and 10 TDs in 2006
DT J.T. Cleveland, Baytown Lee – Cleveland will be an impact player and disruptive force along the defensive front for the Ganders
District 22-5A
1. North Shore
2. Deer Park
3. Pasadena Memorial
4. La Porte
5. Dobie
6. South Houston
7. Pasadena
8. Sam Rayburn
Players to Watch
QB Dylan Adamek, Pasadena Memorial – Adamek was an first team all-district performer last season, combining for 1,300 rushing and passing yards
DB Colby Riley, La Porte – Opponents would be well advised to stay away from this senior, who recorded 92 tackles and 4 interceptions in ‘06
DT Chase McEntee, North Shore – McEntee, a senior, anchored the Mustangs’ defensive interior in 2006 with 75 tackles
WR Bola Omisanya, Deer Park – The senior receiver recorded 648 receiving yards with 6 touchdowns last year
RB DeAundre Jones, North Shore – The junior speedster rushed 407 yards and 5 touchdowns as a part-time player
District 23-5A
1. FB Marshall
2. FB Hightower
3. FB Clements
4. FB Dulles
5. Elkins
6. Kempner
7. FB Austin
8. Willowridge
9. Bush
Players to Watch
WR Darryl Stonum, Dulles – Stonum will be a key players in Dulles’ rebuilding offense, after logging 52 receptions for 1,150 yards and 17 touchdowns in ‘06
WR Clyde Lee, Hightower – The combination of Lee (29-533, 6 TDs) and junior QB A.J. Highsmith will power the Hurricane offense
DL Jeremy Coleman, Marshall – The 252 pound Coleman, who has verbally committed to TCU, recorded 81 tackles and 7 sacks in ‘06
DB Ugo Okpara, Dulles – The senior is one of the most heavily recruited defensive backs in the state
QB Broderick Thomas, Elkins – Broderick Thomas burst onto the scene as a sophomore, combining for over 1,000 rushing and passing yards in only 3 starts
District 24-5A
1. Pearland
2. Brazoswood
3. Galveston Ball
4. Clear Lake
5. Clear Creek
6. Clear Brook
7. Alvin
Players to Watch
OL Brian Thomas, Pearland – The quick footed 270 senior has committed to Texas A&M and will be the leader of the Oilers’ offensive line
DB Mike Littleton, Galveston Ball – Littleton intercepted 5 passes on his way to being the district’s defensive MVP last season
RB Yobis Walker, Brazoswood – Walker was an all Brazoria County selection last year, rushing for 1,393 yards and 17 touchdowns to pace the Buccaneer offense
QB Neal Warden, Clear Creek – Warden led the Wildcats to the playoffs in 2006, throwing for 1,993 yards and 16 TDs while completing over 60 percent of his passes
RB Kasey Carrier, Pearland – The junior will have a tough task replacing Foswhitt Whitaker, but has the talent to become the latest Division I running back to be produced by Pearland
4A District Previews
District 18-4A
1. Brenham
2. Caney Creek
3. Livingston
4. Montgomery
5. Huntsville
6. Waller
7. Willis
Players to Watch
OL Luke Poehlmann, Brenham – The 250 pound senior has committed to Texas, and should be one of the leaders of the Cub offense
QB Xavier Webb, Montgomery – Webb, a Rice pledge, was the district’s offensive player of the year last season (1,905 passing yards, 19 TDs; 883 rushing yards, 12 TDs)
QB Joe Simmons, Caney Creek – The senior speedster directed a dramatic Panther turnaround (state quarterfinal appearance) with 1,972 all-around yards
LB Kyle Mangan, Brenham – The Texas A&M pledge led the Cub defense with 118 tackles, and is the latest in a string of blue chip Brenham linebackers
S Trevor Brazil, Huntsville – Brazil intercepted 4 passes in 2006, and will be a two-way threat this season at running back as well
District 19-4A
1. Wheatley
2. Kashmere
3. Worthing
4. Sterling
5. Furr
6. Jones
7. Scarborough
Players to Watch
WR John Boutte, Wheatley – Boutte (28-647, 7 touchdowns) will be a leader of what should be a potent Wildcat offense
RB Kendrick Ned, Scarborough – Ned rushed for over 1,000 yards last year, and was an all-district performer
LB Brandon James, Kashmere – James made the first team all-district list, and will join with Tremain Johnson to form a formidable LB duo for the Rams
DE Jarvis Hopes, Wheatley – Hopes, coming off of an 86 tackle performance in ’06, will provide upfront defensive pressure for the district favorite Wildcats
LB John Feagins, Furr – Feagins was a key performer for the district runner-up Brahmas, with 144 tackles and 4 interceptions
District 20-4A
1. Yates
2. Washington
3. Davis
4. Reagan
5. Sharpstown
6. Austin
7. Waltrip
Players to Watch
DE Damion Square, Yates – The 270 pound Square, who recently committed to Alabama, was a first team all-district pick last year
OT Leroy Chevalier, Yates – This 310 pound behemoth is the rock of the Lions’ offensive line and is being recruited by numerous Division I powerhouses
WR Darius Austin, Washington – Austin was a first team all-district selection (32-675, 10 TD), leading the War Eagles to a district title in ‘06
QB John Castillo, Davis – Castillo came on strong as a sophomore a year ago, passing for 1, 865 yards and 25 touchdowns, and will guide a potent Panther attack
DB/WR Dashont Williams, Sharpstown – The multitalented Williams will also contribute as a kick returner, leading a hopeful playoff run for the Apollos
District 21-4A
1. Crosby
2. Barbers Hill
3. C.E. King
4. Galena Park
5. Forest Brook
6. New Caney
7. Huffman
8. Smiley
Players to Watch
LB Joe Sexton, Barbers Hill – Sexton logged 170 tackles and 3 INTs in leading the Eagles to an undefeated regular season in their 4A debut
QB Gahn McGaffie, Galena Park – The senior, passed for 1,458 yards and ran for 898 yards in being named co-MVP of the district
RB Chance Casey, Crosby – Casey ran for 1,030 yards and 15 touchdowns as a sophomore, garnering 21-4A newcomer of the year honors
QB Durran Starks, Crosby – The senior joins Casey as a backfield threat for the Cougars, passing for 1,378 yards and 14 touchdowns
RB Mike Sigers, Forest Brook – Sigers led the Jaguars in rushing as a sophomore, and was named to the second team all-district squad
District 22-4A
1. Dayton
2. Beaumont Central
3. Nederland
4. Port Neches-Groves
5. Beaumont Ozen
6. Little Cypress-Mauriceville
7. Vidor
8. Lumberton
Players to Watch
QB Cody Green, Dayton – Green was the 22-4A offensive newcomer of the year as a sophomore with 1,579 passing yards and 20 touchdowns
WR Derrick Hall, Central – Hall garnered 450 receiving yards last season, but is moving to running back to get more touches
DE/LB Dravannti Johnson, Nederland – Johnson has committed to Texas after a stellar junior year (88 tackles, 7 sacks) and will key the Bulldogs’ defense
FS Ford Smesny, Dayton – The senior is a playmaker and a tackling machine (83 tackles in 2006) for the reigning district champions
DE Brian Davis, Central – Davis terrorized opposing offenses in the district with 7 sacks and 9 TFLs as a edge pass rusher
District 23-4A
1. La Marque
2. Friendswood
3. Angleton
4. Texas City
5. Dickinson
6. Santa Fe
7. Brazosport
Players to Watch
RB/DB D.J. Monroe, Angleton – The senior was the district’s co-MVP in 2006, playing on both sides (1,412 yards, 12 TDs rushing; 88 tackles, 5 INTs as a defensive back)
LB Will Ebner, Friendswood – Ebner has committed to Houston, even after missing last season with an injury (he was sophomore of the year in 2005)
QB Brody Trahan, Dickinson – Trahan, son of Gators coach Warren Trahan, passed for 1,807 yards and 23 TDs while adding 700 rushing yards as a sophomore
CB Johnny Thomas, Texas City – Thomas was a big-time playmaker for the Stings’ defense with 9 interceptions and 1 TD in being named to the first team all-district team
QB Jacob Karam, Friendswood – Karam, only a junior, was named the district’s newcomer of the year with 2,003 passing yards and 21 touchdowns
District 24-4A
1. Lamar Consolidated
2. Terry
3. El Campo
4. Bay City
5. Seven Lakes
6. Foster
Players to Watch
RB Jacquizz Rodgers, Lamar Consolidated – The senior star paced a state semifinal run by the Mustangs, rushing for 2,593 yards and 52 total touchdowns
QB D.J. Smallwood, Lamar Consolidated – Smallwood captured the district’s offensive sophomore of the year award, combining for 2,348 total offense
LB Sule Osagiede, Lamar Consolidated – This senior is a rare four-year starter, and will likely break the school record for career tackles
OT Mitch Kimberling, Bay City – The 270 pound senior will anchor the offensive line on what should be an improved Black Cat offense
DB/WR Anthony Brown, Terry – Brown is a two-way threat (18-345, 3 TDs as a receiver; 7 INTs as a defensive back
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