(UPDATED POLL) Who is the #1 HS Player in Texas?

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

If you owned your own Recruiting Database who would you rank as the NUMBER ONE football player in the Great State of Texas?

http://ac4.yt-thm-a04.yimg.com/image/4fc2833b7860bc2e (http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9G_bDvGMVFJElkBZ2.JzbkF;_ylu=X3oDMTBpc2ozM2g zBHBvcwM0BHNlYwNzcgR2dGlkAw--/SIG=1i2lmie3k/EXP=1230144326/**http%3A//images.search.yahoo.com/images/view%3Fback=http%253A%252F%252Fimages.search.yahoo .com%252Fsearch%252Fimages%253Fei%253DUTF-8%2526p%253DNumber%252520One%2526fr2%253Dtab-web%2526fr%253Dmy-myy%26w=150%26h=150%26imgurl=www.pinstocker.com%25 2Ffiles%252Fpins%252F150%252Fnumber_one_smooth.jpg %26rurl=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.pinstocker.com%252F catalog%252F263%252Fitem.html%253FitemId%253D1360% 26size=4.5kB%26name=number_one_smooth.jpg%26p=Numb er%2BOne%26type=JPG%26oid=4fc2833b7860bc2e%26no=4% 26tt=1,586,386%26sigr=11rabb827%26sigi=11nfibl1p%2 6sigb=12q86vq06)

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM! <!-- / message --><!-- sig -->
<!-- / message --><!-- sig -->

[brodyboy]

YES! I'm the first vote!:)

[Bro. Malcolm X]

None of the above.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding a choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Trinity Trojan Fan For Li]

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding a choice now.



Thanks. I have to give credit where credit is due - Rex Burkhead of Plano.

[CedarHillDad]

GG all the way...

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Ditto

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding a choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

i go with this.....NONE AND DONE!!:D

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding a choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[SLC]

GG all the way...

This. The kid has just seperated himself from all the others.

[Big Daddy Cool]

Only player I actually saw in person on this list is Christine Michael. And I have to say I was not at all impressed by what I saw after having heard all that I had heard about him. I know it could have been a bad game, but then again may be it was a case of playing against some weak run defenses before running into a very good run defense. So with that in mind it would be hard for me to think of him as being one of the top players in the state. I mean may be its just my view, but to me what you do against the nobodyss out there isn't nearly as special as what you do against the somebody's out there.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Only player I actually saw in person on this list is Christine Michael. And I have to say I was not at all impressed by what I saw after having heard all that I had heard about him. I know it could have been a bad game, but then again may be it was a case of playing against some weak run defenses before running into a very good run defense. So with that in mind it would be hard for me to think of him as being one of the top players in the state. I mean may be its just my view, but to me what you do against the nobodyss out there isn't nearly as special as what you do against the somebody's out there.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Christine Michael has offers from A & M, LSU, OU, UF, and The U. That alone speaks volumes about his talents. (6-0 and 202) Great Runner and Receiver!

http://vmedia.rivals.com/IMAGES/PROSPECT/PHOTO/CHRISTIANMICHAEL6_4200.JPG

He is very strong throughout his hips and thighs which allows him to generate great in-line running power needed to bounce off and run through arm tackles. Will get any offense five yards and 2nd and 5 is so much better than 2nd and 11. He has good experience catching the ball out of the backfield which adds to his upside.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[The Nation]

I voted for Darrius Johnson from Hightower, saw him play Cinco and Allen and he was by far the best player on the field. No one even close. Not saying he will be a great college player but on the high school level untouchable, reminds me of Mike Miller who played for Willowridge many years ago, can score anytime he touches the ball.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Only player I actually saw in person on this list is Christine Michael. And I have to say I was not at all impressed by what I saw after having heard all that I had heard about him. I know it could have been a bad game, but then again may be it was a case of playing against some weak run defenses before running into a very good run defense. So with that in mind it would be hard for me to think of him as being one of the top players in the state. I mean may be its just my view, but to me what you do against the nobodyss out there isn't nearly as special as what you do against the somebody's out there.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.


Christine Michael did have a bad game vs. GP North Shore.

A Season Low 60 yards rushing with one touchdown
6 receptions for 53 yards
NS 41 WB 13
Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

I pick none of the above. Sherard Ray - Odessa Premain

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for Katy Fan.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding your choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[AHMOPirate08]

This man right here:

http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/1210/rise_ahmo_in_200.jpg

[CedarHillDad]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l107/CedarHillDad/GARRETTGILBERT07N5150.jpg

2008–09 Gatorade National Football Player of the Year award; became the first Texas player to receive the honor.
2008 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 4A all-state team
2008 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 4A Player of the Year

One of the most prolific QB's the State of Texas has ever seen. He holds the record in multiple areas including:
Single Season Passing Yards 4,848 (he is also #2 on that list with 4,827).
Carrer Passing Yards 12,534
Single Season Pass Completions 360 (2007)

and in the top 10 in :
#3 Single Season Passing td's 55
#2 Career Passing td's 136

This Season he had 78 total td's, He led his team to a 16-0 Season. They have won 2 straight State Championship titles.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

This man right here:

http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/1210/rise_ahmo_in_200.jpg

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for Texas High School Football. :D

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l107/CedarHillDad/GARRETTGILBERT07N5150.jpg

2008–09 Gatorade National Football Player of the Year award; became the first Texas player to receive the honor.
2008 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 4A all-state team
2008 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 4A Player of the Year

One of the most prolific QB's the State of Texas has ever seen. He holds the record in multiple areas including:
Single Season Passing Yards 4,848 (he is also #2 on that list with 4,827).
Career Passing Yards 12,534
Single Season Pass Completions 360 (2007)

and in the top 10 in :
#3 Single Season Passing td's 55
#2 Career Passing td's 136

This Season he had 78 total td's, He led his team to a 16-0 Season. They have won 2 straight State Championship titles.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for Texas High School Football. :D

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Nakita Whitlock- Wylie

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for rich_pack.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding your choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[CedarHillDad]

I am a little surprised there isn't more debate on this subject. I can see a case for a few players on the list, either because I have seen them in action or by reputation.

Burkhead - put him anywhere on the field and he can be a playmaker. RB, DB, LB, WR it does not matter. He has moves and skills

Okafor can be a Game-Changer. His first step is killer, long arms very lean and super quick. Dude is going to be a Beast at the next level.

RS has proven he can play at the QB position, and he can burn a Defense on ANY play.

Nikita Whitlock- WOW his motor is always running, he can shred an OL. hopefully he finds a good fit at the next level.

JM - I have not seen him personally but his reputation says he is a monster.

Tyrik Rollison - played probably his best H.S. game in his last game, defeating one of my personal favorites Dayton in the 4A div II Championship Game.

[SLC]

I am a little surprised there isn't more debate on this subject. I can see a case for a few players on the list, either because I have seen them in action or by reputation.

Burkhead - put him anywhere on the field and he can be a playmaker. RB, DB, LB, WR it does not matter. He has moves and skills

Okafor can be a Game-Changer. His first step is killer, long arms very lean and super quick. Dude is going to be a Beast at the next level.

RS has proven he can play at the QB position, and he can burn a Defense on ANY play.

Nikita Whitlock- WOW his motor is always running, he can shred an OL. hopefully he finds a good fit at the next level.

JM - I have not seen him personally but his reputation says he is a monster.

Tyrik Rollison - played probably his best H.S. game in his last game, defeating one of my personal favorites Dayton in the 4A div II Championship Game.

CHDad, Farmer can attest to this as well as I, Tyrick is likely one of the best players I watched this season. That kid is cool under pressure, reads defenses extremely well, is able to scan the field and check down within seconds, throws one of the best balls I've seen in a long time. He runs the spread offense about as good as I've ever seen it run.. And I've seen it run pretty well close to perfection. He has deceptive speed when he decides to run. The young man is a flat out playmaking machine. He will be a joy to watch on the next level.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

CHDad, Farmer can attest to this as well as I, Tyrick is likely one of the best players I watched this season. That kid is cool under pressure, reads defenses extremely well, is able to scan the field and check down within seconds, throws one of the best balls I've seen in a long time. He runs the spread offense about as good as I've ever seen it run.. And I've seen it run pretty well close to perfection. He has deceptive speed when he decides to run. The young man is a flat out playmaking machine. He will be a joy to watch on the next level.

I am a little surprised there isn't more debate on this subject. I can see a case for a few players on the list, either because I have seen them in action or by reputation.

Burkhead - put him anywhere on the field and he can be a playmaker. RB, DB, LB, WR it does not matter. He has moves and skills

Okafor can be a Game-Changer. His first step is killer, long arms very lean and super quick. Dude is going to be a Beast at the next level.

RS has proven he can play at the QB position, and he can burn a Defense on ANY play.

Nikita Whitlock- WOW his motor is always running, he can shred an OL. hopefully he finds a good fit at the next level.

JM - I have not seen him personally but his reputation says he is a monster.

Tyrik Rollison - played probably his best H.S. game in his last game, defeating one of my personal favorites Dayton in the 4A div II Championship Game.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thought that Tyrik Rollison would have at least one vote by now. Chevy MVP Round 3 of the Playoffs.

http://api.ning.com/files/z23LVafEV*gdMwLElsg5*y2*aaN5*-n6pe*3hNT0nCcMp*USMMX2579NEQOQOqekGZxx1td0cIMGn-FJ*sFVGCqUjgCS93VC/tmp54818.png?width=176 (http://www.prepticket.com/video/school/sulphur--springs--sulphur--springs--texas--hs/id/823292:Video:85119)

He is an athlete and a slinger, and must develop into a disciplined quarterback and passer. Makes all kinds of plays because of his tools and a scheme that places him under center, in the spread and at varied launch points. Did some Great Things at 7-on-7. Has great feet and very good speed for the position. Improvises and shows very good initial burst when plays break down. Buys second chances, but generally keeps his eyes downfield prior to running. Can make most of the necessary throws when his feet are set.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

i go with this.....NONE AND DONE!!:D

Chauncey Harris-JUDSON:D
yes im a homer!

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I could only add 10 choices for the poll. I left off Chauncey Harris RB from Judson. :o

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

i go with this.....NONE AND DONE!!:D

No Darius Johnson#12 from HT???

ha

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for The Original.

Poll has been updated!
I anticipate you finding your choice now.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Rex Burkhead, 5-11 198, Verbal Committment to Nebraska, Will he play Defense or Offense? :notworthy

http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0827/rise_dal_sept08_burkhead02a_300.jpg

He has a lot of John Lynch-type qualities to his style. He's a warrior, throwback type of player that will fight, scrap and sellout to get the job done and make the play.

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Merry Christmas Everyone! Enjoy!

http://www.hsgametime.com/dfw/videopage.html?nvid=315933&shu=1 (http://www.hsgametime.com/dfw/videopage.html?nvid=315933&shu=1)

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Nice. Happy Birthday Jesus! :notworthy

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[DrTallo]

I only saw a few of them play. Only RS did I see more than one game( saw every regular season and postseason game on his HS career)

D Johnson- He was just amazing at Reliant. He burned that defense by himself and just thought that him by himself was going to get 'Tower to come from behind and win but I guess not.

Whitlock- He did ok at reliant but if he got defensive player of the year then he must of had a great season just not such a good game at Reliant.

McFarland- My cousin was the center for cy-ridge so of course he had the great opportunity to block him. Let me say that my cousin did not reach 6 foot and weighs 200lbs. McFarland had one good play against Ridge and that was about all I heard from him all game. He was about to pass out 2nd half. He didn't impress me maybe thats why he dropped in the rankings this year.

Shepard- There is nothing to say all his achievements speak for me. He did things in the play-offs against good defenses(almost 600yds/6tds by himself vs. Cove) (323 rush against Lufkin) that many kids dont even dream of. I would have loved to see Gilbert but I don't follow 4a. The thing is Gilbert dropped jaws all over texas with help from his receivers. He can't win a game by himself. Shepard also has the help of a great WR K. Johnson but can easily win the game himself. I can't wait till Gilbert takes over QB at Texas in hopefully 2 years. We will see great things from Shepard, LSU will make him an even better passer.

The rest of them are in the poll for a reason but I didn't see any of them with my own eyes.

IF YALL WANT TO SEE SHEPARDS SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nuwsl34ianQ

[Bro. Malcolm X]

I only saw a few of them play. Only RS did I see more than one game( saw every regular season and postseason game on his HS career)

D Johnson- He was just amazing at Reliant. He burned that defense by himself and just thought that him by himself was going to get 'Tower to come from behind and win but I guess not.

Whitlock- He did ok at reliant but if he got defensive player of the year then he must of had a great season just not such a good game at Reliant.

McFarland- My cousin was the center for cy-ridge so of course he had the great opportunity to block him. Let me say that my cousin did not reach 6 foot and weighs 200lbs. McFarland had one good play against Ridge and that was about all I heard from him all game. He was about to pass out 2nd half. He didn't impress me maybe thats why he dropped in the rankings this year.

Shepard- There is nothing to say all his achievements speak for me. He did things in the play-offs against good defenses(almost 600yds/6tds by himself vs. Cove) (323 rush against Lufkin) that many kids dont even dream of. I would have loved to see Gilbert but I don't follow 4a. The thing is Gilbert dropped jaws all over texas with help from his receivers. He can't win a game by himself. Shepard also has the help of a great WR K. Johnson but can easily win the game himself. I can't wait till Gilbert takes over QB at Texas in hopefully 2 years. We will see great things from Shepard, LSU will make him an even better passer.

The rest of them are in the poll for a reason but I didn't see any of them with my own eyes.

IF YALL WANT TO SEE SHEPARDS SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nuwsl34ianQ

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for DrTallo! Nice Highlights. :notworthy

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

http://www.lufkindailynews.com/hp/content/news/stories/2008/12/26/mcfarland.html (http://www.lufkindailynews.com/hp/content/news/stories/2008/12/26/mcfarland.html)

Very interesting article.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

Is McFarland leaving the State of Texas? :eek:

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[Bro. Malcolm X]

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

MOJO NATION Please vote for: :notworthy
Sherard Ray – Odessa (TX) Odessa Premain – RB<O:p</O:p

http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll277/robert_panther12/untitled.jpg

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[CedarHillDad]

ok BMX you can't tell people how to vote! are you trying to "fix" the outcome?:D

j/k

[Bro. Malcolm X]

ok BMX you can't tell people how to vote! are you trying to "fix" the outcome?:D

j/k

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I thank HIM for CedarHillDad. :o

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[chapfan2008]

i cant believe no one voted for tyrik rollison. he has by far the best mechanics and arm in the state the recruiting experts say so and ive seen him myself.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

i cant believe no one voted for tyrik rollison. he has by far the best mechanics and arm in the state the recruiting experts say so and ive seen him myself.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

I mispelled his name in the Poll. I put Rollinson, instead of Rollison. I take the blame for him not having a single vote. :confused:

http://top100.o-d.com/media/players/tyrik-rollison/images/Tyrik_Rollison.jpg

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM!

[SLC]

i cant believe no one voted for tyrik rollison. he has by far the best mechanics and arm in the state the recruiting experts say so and ive seen him myself.


I've seen him live and on film and that kid is one of the best players I watched all year long, and at any position, but I'm just not sure I could say he has better mechanics than Garrett Gilbert, arm strength.. yes.

[E-Vol-ution]

I would have to say Gilbert, Tollison, McFarland and then the RB from Rockwall Heath.

[SLC]

I would have to say Gilbert, Tollison, McFarland and then the RB from Rockwall Heath.

Kendall Lawrence.. He is an outstanding RB... Him and Heath had a great battle with Tyrick Rollison and Sulpher Springs, though Kendall wasn't 100% healthy when they played.

[Bro. Malcolm X]

I would have to say Gilbert, Tollison, McFarland and then the RB from Rockwall Heath.

Giving All Honor and Praise to God the Father. I thank HIM for his Grace. I thank HIM for his Mercy. I thank HIM for sending Jesus, the Perfect, into the world.

After 94 Total Votes, the leader is: Garrett Gilbert
http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0604/recruit_gilbert_580.jpg

Peace Be With You! It is all about HIM! <!-- / message --><!-- sig -->