The Football Brainiacs

– Baylor Signees: We are still digging on this matter considering there are any number of moving parts, but a number of 2016 Baylor signees are interested in exploring options with others programs (including Oklahoma) if an NLI release were to be requested and granted.

I (K) spoke with a parent today of a player, recruited by Texas but signed with Baylor, and was told that they are unsure about what to do right now. They are considering filing for a release from the NLI and, as such, Texas would obviously be an option they want to explore.

Because of the sensitivity of the matter, we feel it would be in poor taste to disclose names of those considering a release. But it’s no secret OU and Baylor are often in on the same recruits, so it would probably be safe to assume some of the names could be of those the Sooners have previously recruited.

TFB has been told that Oklahoma is in a position to take a Baylor signee (or two) should they seek, and be granted, a release from their NLI. – (Brandon & Super K)

– UPDATE (Fri., 3:05 pm): The Southmoore (OK) football program has become a frequent stopping point for college coaches not only from just the in-state programs, but from schools all around the country. The Sabercats have been loaded with talent for several years now, and there 2017 & 2018 classes are carrying right along in that tradition. Most notably with 2018 OU commit Brey Walker, who could very well be the top offensive lineman in the country for his class, to one of the more recent OU offer, and Oklahoma legacy, QB Casey Thompson.

However those two certainly are not alone when you consider 2017 prospects like long, rangy athletes in Quindon Lewis and Gervarrius Owens. Both have double-digit offers and with strong senior seasons could easily garner even more attention from any number of P5 programs. And Southmoore adds to their talented roster with 6’2″ 292-pound Edmond Santa Fe transfer, DL Jordan Dawson.

There is also another Thompson coming up in the ranks, Cade, who became a solid contributor this past season at TE and H-back for Southmoore, even scoring a touchdown against Santa Fe in the first round of the playoffs last year. At 6’3″ 215-pounds, Thompson definitely looks the part. And although he has been nursing a fracture in foot this spring, Casey Thompson tells TFB his younger brother should be out of the boot and rehabbing within the next couple of weeks.

And we’re happy to share some TFB video below from a recent Southmoore practice featuring a number of the guys discussed above. – (Brandon)

– UPDATE (4:08 pm): I’ve spoken to a couple sources and have been told that Parrish Cobb is likely to seek a release from his NLI to Baylor. One source mentioned the schools he is considering (if the release is granted) are Texas, TCU and Georgia. A source close to Oklahoma noted that the Sooners are in play as well. – (Super K)

– UPDATE (10:50 pm): As you all know, Isaiah Thomas is expected to announce his decision tomorrow. I have been able to catch up with a few sources and I know most of you are anxious to see where he ends up.

I can tell you I really like where OU stands here. Be sure to keep your eye out for this one tomorrow! – (Brandon)

– UPDATE (Sat., 7:22 am):

2017 Tulsa Memorial OLB/DE Isaiah Thomas (@Isaiah_t55 ) tells me he will announce his commitment around 2pm tomorrow. @TheFbBrainiacs

— Brandon Drumm (@Bdrumm_Rivals) May 28, 2016