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5 hours ago, Horn Under a Bad Sign said:

Just read a very, VERY positive report regarding the early returns and reviews of Coach LaAllan Clark. He's apparently really impressing a lot of top recruits.  He appears to be a home run hire by Sark. 

By who?

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34 minutes ago, BurntOrange&White said:

At the end of OTF today Bobby insinuated that the hi from Gerry may go public today with something along the lines that CJ and Gerry could be talking about that hi later today on the afternoon show.

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Dates/quotes from KJ Edwards.

"The third week of June is when Texas is having all their big visitors and commits, and coach Sark told me that would be a good time to come and be around all of those guys, so I think we are going to move that visit back to the third week of June. We are still deciding on which date for the LSU and Alabama visit, and I'll be at Texas A&M on June 13."

"I don't think there's another that uses their backs in the passing game like Texas. Nobody uses their backs better than them in that way."

(Good point, and the statement suggests the staff is emphasizing this.  Wisner and Blue caught 44 and 42 passes respectively.  (FYI, those numbers were more than those of Wingo/Moore - not suggesting the staff would call this aspect out 🙂 - just putting it in context).)

 

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Top247 RB KJ Edwards previews busy slate of upcoming official visits
The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards.
Mike Roach

 

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Top247 RB KJ Edwards previews busy slate of upcoming official visits
The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards.
Mike Roach
 

The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards. The Carthage (Texas) running back is one of the best players in the country, holding close to 35 offers. This spring he hit the road and visited several programs and even took his first official visit.

At 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, Edwards is ranked as the No. 2 running back in the nation and No. 5 overall prospect in Texas, according to 247Sports.

Edwards and his family have been able to travel together and enjoy the process of seeing different sights, and he's got a busy summer of official visits left.

"It's been good this spring," Edwards said. "I've just seen different places, and on May 2 I took my first official visit to Colorado. That was a thrilling moment for me and my family, because that was the first time as a family we've gone outside of the state and saw different things. Being from Texas, we don't usually get to see the mountains and stuff like that. For the rest of my official visits, I've got Alabama, Texas, Texas A&M and LSU left."

Edwards' visit to Colorado allowed him a closer look into the program Deion Sanders is running. The addition of NFL legend Marshall Faulk to the Colorado coaching staff is a big plus for the Buffs.

"Really just the overall genuine vibe the staff had," he said. "They were telling me they really didn't have a true running back and they could use me right now. With coach Faulk coming in, I kind of resemble him and we are kind of the same running back because I can catch the ball out of the field and make plays in space and out of space."

Edwards is currently reworking the rest of his official visit schedule. Texas A&M is the only date he has set, but he has an idea of when some of his other trips might come together.

"I canceled my Baylor visit, so either the Alabama or Texas visit will take that date," Edwards said. "The third week of June is when Texas is having all their big visitors and commits, and coach Sark told me that would be a good time to come and be around all of those guys, so I think we are going to move that visit back to the third week of June. We are still deciding on which date for the LSU and Alabama visit, and I'll be at Texas A&M on June 13."

Each school in his top group has something to offer. Edwards and his family have been thorough about investigating the ins and outs of each program and what they can offer him on the field.

"I like the resume and tradition Alabama has with Derrick Henry, Mark Ingram and Jahmyr Gibbs," Edwards said. "As a running back, that's RBU and they get that position to the league. That's the ultimate goal. They use their backs well just like Texas. I don't think there's another that uses their backs in the passing game like Texas. Nobody uses their backs better than them in that way. Texas A&M is a true program. Coach Elko is going to coach his guys up so hopefully they can win a natty. With LSU, the coaching can get me to the league. Coach (Frank) Wilson has done it with guys like Leonard Fournette, and he's done a good job with Caden Durham and those guys there."

 

 

 

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5 minutes ago, Getafix said:

 

Dates/quotes from KJ Edwards.

"The third week of June is when Texas is having all their big visitors and commits, and coach Sark told me that would be a good time to come and be around all of those guys, so I think we are going to move that visit back to the third week of June. We are still deciding on which date for the LSU and Alabama visit, and I'll be at Texas A&M on June 13."

"I don't think there's another that uses their backs in the passing game like Texas. Nobody uses their backs better than them in that way."

(Good point, and the statement suggests the staff is emphasizing this.  Wisner and Blue caught 44 and 42 passes respectively.  (FYI, those numbers were more than those of Wingo/Moore - not suggesting the staff would call this aspect out 🙂 - just putting it in context).)

 

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Top247 RB KJ Edwards previews busy slate of upcoming official visits
The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards.
Mike Roach

 

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Top247 RB KJ Edwards previews busy slate of upcoming official visits
The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards.
Mike Roach
 

The recruiting process can open doors to new experiences and opportunities, and that's exactly what's happening for KJ Edwards. The Carthage (Texas) running back is one of the best players in the country, holding close to 35 offers. This spring he hit the road and visited several programs and even took his first official visit.

At 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, Edwards is ranked as the No. 2 running back in the nation and No. 5 overall prospect in Texas, according to 247Sports.

Edwards and his family have been able to travel together and enjoy the process of seeing different sights, and he's got a busy summer of official visits left.

"It's been good this spring," Edwards said. "I've just seen different places, and on May 2 I took my first official visit to Colorado. That was a thrilling moment for me and my family, because that was the first time as a family we've gone outside of the state and saw different things. Being from Texas, we don't usually get to see the mountains and stuff like that. For the rest of my official visits, I've got Alabama, Texas, Texas A&M and LSU left."

Edwards' visit to Colorado allowed him a closer look into the program Deion Sanders is running. The addition of NFL legend Marshall Faulk to the Colorado coaching staff is a big plus for the Buffs.

"Really just the overall genuine vibe the staff had," he said. "They were telling me they really didn't have a true running back and they could use me right now. With coach Faulk coming in, I kind of resemble him and we are kind of the same running back because I can catch the ball out of the field and make plays in space and out of space."

Edwards is currently reworking the rest of his official visit schedule. Texas A&M is the only date he has set, but he has an idea of when some of his other trips might come together.

"I canceled my Baylor visit, so either the Alabama or Texas visit will take that date," Edwards said. "The third week of June is when Texas is having all their big visitors and commits, and coach Sark told me that would be a good time to come and be around all of those guys, so I think we are going to move that visit back to the third week of June. We are still deciding on which date for the LSU and Alabama visit, and I'll be at Texas A&M on June 13."

Each school in his top group has something to offer. Edwards and his family have been thorough about investigating the ins and outs of each program and what they can offer him on the field.

"I like the resume and tradition Alabama has with Derrick Henry, Mark Ingram and Jahmyr Gibbs," Edwards said. "As a running back, that's RBU and they get that position to the league. That's the ultimate goal. They use their backs well just like Texas. I don't think there's another that uses their backs in the passing game like Texas. Nobody uses their backs better than them in that way. Texas A&M is a true program. Coach Elko is going to coach his guys up so hopefully they can win a natty. With LSU, the coaching can get me to the league. Coach (Frank) Wilson has done it with guys like Leonard Fournette, and he's done a good job with Caden Durham and those guys there."

 

 

 

I doubt arch is going to be as much of a check down Charlie as Quinn was though. 

Posted
9 minutes ago, Etexhorn13 said:

I doubt arch is going to be as much of a check down Charlie as Quinn was though. 

Sark's playbook has plays which feature the back as the first read. No check down needed.

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17 minutes ago, Etexhorn13 said:

I doubt arch is going to be as much of a check down Charlie as Quinn was though. 

 

 

 

1)  Najee Harris had 43 catches at Bama;  not far behind Metchie, w/ 55. (Smith had 117 - lulz - and Waddle was hurt, but still, 43 is a good number.)

2)  I think Sark/Arch will do what is best for the offense, and if Edwards has the ability, they will find a way to use it.  And catch totals under the mid 40s could still be material for a back.

3)  Edwards and Arch will overlap for 1 year, max.

4)  I believe the bigger point is Sark has proven that he can use backs as pass catchers, and do so very well, when the circumstances and opportunities are right.  And that's got to be a positive, particularly for Edwards.

Here are a couple of excerpts from his scouting report:

"Progressively getting more targets in the passing game, including 30 catches as a junior. Displays impressive ball skills and body control as a pass catcher."

"Experience in myriad formations and personnel scenarios for a perennial Texas 4A contender."

 

 

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Posted
6 minutes ago, Hornius Emeritus said:


Watched his HUDL for about the 10th time last night. He is electric. TELL me there's a better RB in America. You can't.

There’s a better running back in America. 
 

THERE! I said it! 

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Posted
1 hour ago, Etexhorn13 said:

I doubt arch is going to be as much of a check down Charlie as Quinn was though. 

Arches at a distance have every playmaker's wish on board

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1 hour ago, Getafix said:

 

 

 

1)  Najee Harris had 43 catches at Bama;  not far behind Metchie, w/ 55. (Smith had 117 - lulz - and Waddle was hurt, but still, 43 is a good number.)

2)  I think Sark/Arch will do what is best for the offense, and if Edwards has the ability, they will find a way to use it.  And catch totals under the mid 40s could still be material for a back.

3)  Edwards and Arch will overlap for 1 year, max.

4)  I believe the bigger point is Sark has proven that he can use backs as pass catchers, and do so very well, when the circumstances and opportunities are right.  And that's got to be a positive, particularly for Edwards.

Here are a couple of excerpts from his scouting report:

"Progressively getting more targets in the passing game, including 30 catches as a junior. Displays impressive ball skills and body control as a pass catcher."

"Experience in myriad formations and personnel scenarios for a perennial Texas 4A contender."

 

 

For sure on #4, Blue and to a lesser extent Keilan Robinson got drafted because of their pass catching ability.

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Posted
3 hours ago, Etexhorn13 said:

I doubt arch is going to be as much of a check down Charlie as Quinn was though. 

I know what you're saying. It's going to be harder to involve the running backs in the passing game when every deep ball Arch throws goes for a touchdown.

And don't talk to me about incompletions or interceptions. There will be none of that. 

Maybe they can catch a pass every now and then on a wheel route deep down field on a mismatch with a linebacker. 

Posted
30 minutes ago, mvlonghorns said:

I wonder what the rationale behind this one is, since we already have lots of goot options at OT.

Always work towards the best outcome, but be prepared for the worst. We used to have coaches that never kept anybody warm on the back burner and had to scramble when Plan A failed to materialize.That’s how we ended up with Max Merrill.

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52 minutes ago, mvlonghorns said:

I wonder what the rationale behind this one is, since we already have lots of goot options at OT.

He’s a JUCO guy right?  High floor to bridge a potential gap if our current pipeline is not developing at the speed Flood likes?

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Aledo Top247 WR Kaydon Finley details his recruitment as it heads down the home stretch

Jordan Scruggs (Horns 247)

 

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Aledo Top247 WR Kaydon Finley details his recruitment as it heads down the home stretch

Jordan Scruggs (Horns 247)
 

Aledo Top247 wide receiver Kaydon Finley has been in the sights of Steve Sarkisian and Co. for quite some time. 

One of the first, if not the first 2026 prospect to pick up an offer from the Longhorns, Texas has had an offer on the table for the Longhorn legacy going back to June 17, 2022, when Finley picked up his first ever offer heading into his freshman year of high school. 

That being said, the recruitment process has gone on and on for several years but it's now beginning to come down the home stretch with Finley's commitment date set for July 4th. 

"It's been going good. I've been keeping in contact with a couple schools right now. I think I have a tight connection with all of them so just doing this (spring ball) and going on all my visits just to see where I end up. Just gotta pray about it and see what's the best opportunity for me and that's the place I'll be at."

Finley is one of the rare four year varsity starters to come through the historic Aledo football program, but he's not letting the hype or near ending recruitment distract from the work that lies ahead of his senior campaign. 

"Really off the ball stuff like using my hands on the line of scrimmage and in my releases. Stacking corners, getting over and under safeties, I think that's the main part of my game that I have to improve this spring for my senior year."

Before making a decision on the Fourth of July, Finley will take official visits to Louisville (May 30-June 1), Texas A&M (June 6-8), Notre Dame (June 13-15), and Texas (June 20-22). According to Finley, the schools that are currently in consideration include Arizona State, Colorado, Louisville, Notre Dame, Texas, Texas A&M, and UCLA. 

All seven programs tripped out to Aledo during the spring evaluation period to watch practice and/or meet with Finley. For the Longhorns, it was Chris Jackson who made the trip up to Titletown to see Finley after a Bearcats practice. 

"So he actually came after practice. We went and sat down in coach Jones' office and then after school we had the in-home visit with the fam and he came out so it was good. It was good getting to talking with him, getting to talk to coach Sark over the phone. Me and coach Jackson have a tight relationship, we call, text, and talk all the time so we have a pretty tight relationship."

The Longhorn legacy has scheduled calls with Steve Sarkisian about twice a month. 

"We'll get on a call every other week. We just talk about life, traveling all over, spring ball, the schedule his players have, and my OV coming up."

Having been to the Forty Acres over a dozen times throughout his life, Finley is more interested in getting a feel for who's trending to Texas rather than getting a feel for the campus or school he already knows so well. 

"Really just the connection with the commits there," Finley said on what he's looking forward to on his Texas official visit. "I think that's another big thing, who I fit in with on these visits. The recruits, how they are, how they act, how their personalities are. I think that's the main thing I'm looking for on these OVs."

Finley also shared that AJ Milwee is involved in his recruitment, with Milwee, Sarkisian, and Jackson making up the main group of Texas staffers he hears from the most. 

Though he isn't on the Texas staff, Finley also hears from Texas five-star QB commit Dia Bell quite often. That bodes well for the Longhorns with Finley, as the Top247 receiver prospect is holding quarterback play high in regards to his college decision factors. 

"Dia definitely, he definitely influences my decision wherever I go. Dia and I, we have a good connection. I think he's one of the reasons why Texas is in my top schools, and just them having an established quarterback room. I think it's very important, especially at the receiver position. Just to know and have confidence in the dude you're getting the ball from."

After the 2025 NFL Draft, Texas and Ohio State became the only two programs to have had a wide receiver drafted in the first round in back to back NFL Drafts. With development in the hopes of getting to the NFL being another big factor in Finley's decision, the Aledo product is really noticing what the Longhorns are doing when it comes to wideout production in Steve Sarkisian's offense. 

"Going to the NFL is ultimately one of my biggest goals and with picking a school I think it's very important for receiver production. He (Matt Golden) also went to the Packers so that's a good thing, that's my favorite team. Receiver production in the league is definitely a big influence on where I'll go. Places that put receivers in the draft is what I'm really looking at right now."

Being the son of one of Texas' top tight ends in program history certainly adds burnt orange pressure to Finley on top of the pressure he's already under with being one of the top prospects in the Lone Star State, but Finley and his father work together to keep things open and focused on doing what's best for Kaydon. 

"There's definitely pressure that comes with it. But I just try to have fun with it. It's all my process really. I don't let outsiders influence my process. My dad, we have a tight relationship on this and we see eye to eye. He lets me visit all these other schools and he's open to wherever I choose."

Though the legacy factor certainly adds pressure when it comes to potentially committing to Texas, Finley doesn't see where his dad went to school playing much of a role in his own college decision. 

"I don't really see it playing a factor. Yeah my dad, he paved a great path for me and my little brothers and I think that it's a blessing to have someone to really talk about these things with, the whole recruiting journey cause he's been there. But if I want to follow in his footsteps or if I don't, I think it's just God's plan. And whatever he wants me to do, I think that's what I'm gonna do."

As far as his commitment timeline goes, Finley has a date scheduled for commitment fireworks on the Fourth of July, but mentioned he might pull the trigger ahead of the date if things feel right. 

"That's the day I scheduled it. Who knows, I might commit before that. But I definitely want to get it over with before my senior season."

At 6-foot, 200 pounds, Finley is currently ranked as the No. 112 overall prospect in the nation, the No. 15 wide receiver in the nation, and the No. 16 overall prospect in the state of Texas according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.

 

 

 

After the article, he added this 🙂 ... 

 

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Posted
56 minutes ago, mvlonghorns said:

I wonder what the rationale behind this one is, since we already have lots of goot options at OT.

Make connections and keep on good terms in case a player enters the portal later.

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