The Football Brainiacs

For those of you interested in Oklahoma kids, this is my Okie Round-Up where I highlight Oklahoma high school players that are showing out on Fridays and have the chance to make a name for themselves on Saturdays!

Let’s start with the 2015 class in the state.

2015

McKinley Whitfield (Athlete from Spiro)- this past week one of our favorite players, McKinley Whitfield, committed to Tulsa. He picked Tulsa over schools like Minnesota, Houston and Purdue. It’ll be interesting to see if this sticks because we’ve been hearing that some Big 12 schools along with Indiana, Tennessee, and Louisville are very interested.

Demikal Harrison (Defensive Tackle from MWC) – Harrison is a big, strong player that has picked up a couple offers (South Dakota and Emporia State. His recruitment is picking up. He’s been hearing from Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Kansas State. As other plays start to commit, it’ll be interesting to see if some of the other regional schools come in on Harrison. A lesser known high school big man from Oklahoma, Davion Pierson, is making a name for himself at TCU.

William Collins (Quarterback from Lawton Macarthur) – This guy is interesting to me. Committed to the University of Louisiana-Monroe, but his recruitment is starting to heat up. He has stayed in contact with Heupel at OU. University of Ohio, New Mexico, Oklahoma State and Auburn are in contact with him. He is waiting on ACT scores to come back right now.

Jace Sternberger (Tight End/Defensive End from Kingfisher) – Oklahoma State came by and visited this freakish athlete recently. He’ll be traveling to Oklahoma State this weekend for a visit and he’ll take a trip to Manhattan to visit Kansas State on November 29th. Has offers from Texas State, New Mexico, Sam Houston and South Dakota. Stays in contact with Oklahoma State, Kansas State, Iowa State and Memphis. 

Marquiz Simpkins (Running Back from Clinton)- Another interesting prospect. He’s an all-purpose back that is under the radar, in my opinion.  Coach Gundy from Oklahoma continues to stay in touch with him and Simpkins attends every OU home game. Southern Mississippi is showing really strong interest, as well.

 

2016

Terry Wilson (Quarterback from Del City) – Guy is immensely talented. Raw. Has a strong arm. High upside. He’s hearing from just about everyone. You all should expect his recruitment to take off after 2015 signing day is over. OU, OSU, Baylor, Kansas State, BYU, TCU, Tulsa and Arkansas State are all in contact with Wilson. He is taking an unofficial to Tulsa on December 12th. I expect him to be offered then. 

Darran Williams (Running Back from Edmond Santa Fe) – You all need to see his film. It’s very, very impressive. His stats on the year are as well. He had 1902 yards rushing and 24 touchdowns in his junior year. He’s hearing from Utah, Northwestern, Tulsa, OSU, Indiana and UNT.

Rowdy Frederick (Offensive Lineman from Broken Arrow) – Another guy that is guaranteed to be a top prospect in the state. He is talented. Shows good feet in his pass blocking and is powerful in his run blocking. He has been to numerous OU and OSU games. OU, OSU and Houston are the main schools in contact with him. Oh, and if his hairdo doesn’t just look like a lineman…well, he plays just as good as it looks. Like a bad, bad man on the field. 

Calvin Bundage (Safety from Edmond Santa Fe) – This guy has burst onto the scene this year. He has the frame to be a linebacker, but his speed and versatility make him a potential safety prospect. He was just offered by Tulsa this past week. He’s in contact with OU, OSU, Arizona and TCU. Bundage is being trained by TFB friend and DB Guru Clay Mack. Mack trained LSU safety, Jamal Adams, Texas safety, Jason Hall and many others so the skill training he will receive from Mack coupled with his raw natural ability should make for a serious in-state prospect. Don’t be surprised if he ends up with an OU offer at some point. 

Tyler Banta (Offensive Lineman/Defensive Lineman from Carl Alber) – Raw. Raw, but very strong. He has a high motor. Plays to the whistle. He hasn’t filled out to his frame. But has high ceiling. He is currently in contact with OU, OSU, Kansas State and TCU. 

Chandler Garrett (Quarterback from Mustang)- Okay. He reminds me somewhat of OU quarterback, Cody Thomas. Mobile. Not just a runner. Kid can throw. He’s accurate and he’s a gamer. He’s hearing from OU, OSU, Tulsa, TCU, Notre Dame and Wyoming. He just got back from the TCU vs. Kansas State game.

Quan Hogan (Running Back from Norman North)- This kid is the epitome of versatile, in the terms of a running back. He can line up in the slot. Great hands out of the backfield and speed and agility to blow by you. He’s in contact with OU, OSU, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Arkansas, Arizona State, Kansas State and Auburn. 

Tariq Bitson (Wide Receiver from Booker T Washington)- He’s fast. Great hands. Should be interesting to see where his recruitment goes, because he’s a talent. There’s no doubt about that. He’s in contact with Stanford, Mizzou, Nebraska, OSU, OU, Nebraska, Arizona State and Tulsa. 

That’s just a sample of the players I know are getting looks right now in 2016 class. That’s, obviously, going to grow. Now, in 2017, there’s several guys getting looks,but one guy, in particular that is starting to make a BIG name for himself.

Quindon Lewis (Athlete from Southmoore)- Kid is a ballhawk on defense and looks good on the offensive side of the ball as well. He’s a gamer. Makes big plays in big moments. Only a Sophomore and he’s already receiving serious interest from TCU, Nebraska, Miami and Notre dame.

Same team. Familiar name. Yes, there’s another Thompson coming up. This time, Casey Thompson, and  yes, he’s a quarterback in the class of 2018.

Casey Thompson (Quarterback from Southmoore) – Look. They are a talented family. This Thompson might surpass, both, dad and older brother, Kendall (former OU QB and current Utah QB). He’s off to a ridiculous start as freshman. During a make or break game last week vs Norman North, he led Southmoore to victory in overtime. He’s fast, good arm and just makes plays at the highest level in Oklahoma. Again… FRESHMAN! Already in contact with OU, Florida State, Nebraska and TCU.

I’d like to make a note that if you’re a high school football player in the state in of Oklahoma and you’re getting interest from universities please contact me on twitter @thedraketfb. Would love to hear from you all and help get your name out.