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BOOM. Colton Vasek is staying home.
Four-star edge Colton Vasek has flipped his commitment from Oklahoma to Texas. Continue reading “Four-star EDGE Colton Vasek flips commitment from Oklahoma to Texas”
Arch Manning and Texas are still working to flip the Oklahoma commit.
Texas hosted a few star-studded visitors over the weekend for its matchup against Iowa State. Five-star quarterback Arch Manning and four-star EDGE Colton Vasek spent some time together during the Longhorns’ 24-21 win over the Cyclones.
Steve Sarkisian and the Texas staff are not giving up its purist of Vasek despite his commitment to rival Oklahoma. Vasek had a front-row seat for Texas’ dismantling of Oklahoma in the Cotton Bowl a week ago. Getting him on campus this weekend could signify that Vasek is still considering the Longhorns.
Manning is the unquestioned leader of Texas’ 2023 recruiting class. He has been highly vocal about getting other top talents to join him in the burnt orange.
Texas’ class currently sits at No. 6 in the nation according to 247Sports’ composite rankings. A potential flip of Vasek would provide a massive piece to the puzzle for the Longhorns.
Westlake’s Colton Vasek and Arch Manning chopping it up pregame. #HookEm pic.twitter.com/UtXN52vPwO
— Adam Rossow (@AdamJRossow) October 15, 2022
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Braylan Shelby will pick between Texas and USC.
One of the top edge rushers in the state of Texas is nearing a college decision. Continue reading “Four-star 2023 edge Braylan Shelby sets commitment date”
The Austin Westlake star is hanging out with Arch Manning on campus.
Four-star edge Colton Vasek out of Austin Westlake made the quick trip to campus this weekend for the Longhorns’ recruiting BBQ and pool party.
Vasek is a top priority for the Longhorns staff. He is the No. 19 edge rusher in the nation and a top-30 player in the state of Texas for the 2023 recruiting class, according to the 247Sports composite.
At 6-foot-6, 225 pounds, Vasek has an ideal frame to grow into an excellent edge rusher at the college level. He already has a knack for pressuring opposing quarterbacks. Vasek picked up 10 sacks and 56 total tackles in his junior season at Westlake, en route to a state title.
Five-star quarterback and Texas commit Arch Manning is also on campus this weekend, doing his part to help the Longhorns’ recruiting efforts.
Vasek posted to Twitter a picture with the No. 1 prospect in the nation enjoying their visit.
— Colton Vasek (@ColtonVasek) July 29, 2022
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Texas makes the top five for the Austin Westlake product.
Four-star EDGE Colton Vasek has narrowed down his recruitment to five schools.
Texas, Oregon, Clemson, Oklahoma and Texas Tech made the final cut for the Westlake Chaparral. Vasek is set for June official visits to Clemson, Oklahoma and Oregon.
The 6-foot-6 pass rusher is rated as the No. 49 player in the state of Texas and a top 300 player overall for the 2023 class. He was named Defensive MVP in Austin Westlake’s state championship victory over Denton Ryan.
Texas has a few factors going in their favor for this recruitment. The Longhorns signed Vasek’s teammate Ethan Burke in the 2022 cycle. His father, Brian Vasek, played defensive end at Texas from 1991-95. Playing for Texas would mean staying close to home for the Austin native.
The pass rush is a major need for Texas and Vasek could help fill that void for the Horns.
Blessed to be in this position, been a long time coming…✞ #Top5 pic.twitter.com/RzGNo5fd6Q
— Colton Vasek (@ColtonVasek) June 3, 2022
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LSU targeting the top player in Missouri
The search for the next great quarterback hunter in Death Valley is on. On Wednesday LSU defensive line coach Jamar Cain extended an offer to the top pass rusher in the state of Missouri.
Chandavian Bradley is not only the top edge player in the state but the No. 1 overall prospect in the state. Bradley is rated as a top 50 prospect on more than one recruiting board. He certainly has the length, standing in at 6’6″. He might be viewed a bit undersized at 210 pounds but his frame will allow him to add muscle.
This player should be a guy that will ascend on the boards. Bradley is a three-sport athlete. He plays basketball and runs track. Bradley is a very twitchy athlete that has great get-off and closing speed. He will be a freak coming off the edge at the next level.
| Stars | Overall | State | Position | |
| 247 | 4 | 49 | 1 | 6 |
| Rivals | 4 | 88 | 3 | 5 |
| ESPN | 4 | 70 | 1 | 7 |
| On3 Recruiting | 4 | 35 | 1 | 5 |
| 247 Composite | 4 | 56 | 1 | 6 |
| Hometown | Platte City, Missouri |
| Projected Position | Edge |
| Height | 6-5 |
| Weight | 210 |
| Class | 2023 |
After an Amazing conversation with @coachjcain, I am blessed to receive an offer from @LSUfootball! #GeauxTigers @RandyWithersKC @jeremycrabtree @ParkerThune @_pcpirates @DLineGURU @DemetricDWarren @UANextFootball @JPRockMO #AGTG pic.twitter.com/AUb34qSji0
— 𝕐𝕆𝕌ℕ𝔾 𝕂𝕀ℕ𝔾 (@chandavian23) February 10, 2022
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His main job may be rushing the passer, but Derrick Brown has been lining up at WR. You can watch his incredible catch from Thursday here.
Much of the rave over the past two weeks has been Texas’ defensive line commitments. Especially at the edge position.
Justice Finkley and J’Mond Tapp’s recruitments were both won in the heart of SEC country by Bo Daivs. Only one has been found from within the state in four-star Derrick Brown.
His main job may be rushing the passer, but Brown has lined up as a wide receiver for Texarkana Texas High School early on this season. On Thursday against Forney, the Tigers were deep in the red zone and threw a fade route to the Longhorn commit.
Brown absolutely mossed the defensive back, tying the game at 13 just before the halftime whistle.
You can watch the play here:
#yougotmossed @espn @overtime pic.twitter.com/ki8Kylzrcb
— Mr.Dbrown⭐️ (@DbrownOLB10) September 10, 2021
Texas High School ended up pulling away in the second half, beating Forney 34-13 on the road. Brown’s only reception of the game was the touchdown catch.
Making great plays in the endzone has become a habit for Brown. He made a similar catch in Week 2 but had two defenders all over him.
Not juss a linebacker 🙂🤘🏾@CoachSark @Coach_Gideon pic.twitter.com/BnnlgIPvf2
— Mr.Dbrown⭐️ (@DbrownOLB10) August 28, 2021
Maybe it’s time Andre Coleman begins to scout Brown as a wide receiver for the ’22 class. Him and Armani Winfield would make quite the tandem in Austin next season.
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Baylor or UT will be the choice for four-star edge Derrick Brown. Both Big 12 schools have gotten weekend OVs over the course of June.
The race for one of the most underrated prospects in the country is expected to come to an end on July 20. Derrick Brown is going to make his commitment and is down to his final two schools.
Baylor or Texas will be the choice for the four-star edge prospect. Both have gotten official visits over the course of June. Brown finished up in Waco over the weekend, while his first visit of the summer was in Austin.
Brown released a top eight list back on June 8. Arizona State, Florida State, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, TCU, and Texas Tech are no longer in the race.
“Respect my decision”🤒 @justinwells2424 @HamiltonESPN @CoachDaveAranda @CoachSark #SicEm #AGNB pic.twitter.com/jf1FQliKKo
— Mr.Dbrown⭐️ (@DbrownOLB10) June 29, 2021
When looking at the composite, Brown is not the highest-rated. He is the No. 300 player in the country and No. 46 within the state of Texas. Make no mistake, Brown will end up being one of the best prospects of either Baylor or Texas’ class.
Pete Kwiatkowski could fit him right into the jack position, rushing the passer as often as possible. Brown finished with 20 tackles for a loss and six sacks during his junior season at Texas High in Texarkana.
With a decision coming towards the end of July, the coaching staff maintaining the relationship will be important. A post-visit high could give Baylor a short-term lead, but Texas should be considered the favorites heading into the commitment date.
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The crystal ball predictions for Derrick Brown have begun to shift towards Texas. Mike Roach inserted one with a confidence level of seven.
Official visits got off to a hot start for Texas last weekend, hosting some of their top priorities. Texarkana native Derrick Brown was one of them. The four-star edge rusher walked away impressed, saying Austin “felt like home” and reiterated that he would be back.
Brown’s ability on the outside makes him one of the most vital defensive recruits in front of Pete Kwiatwkoski. His Jack/X-back positions are going to be running thin past this season. A player with Brown’s ability would be a major addition for the future.
Oklahoma and Texas A&M have seemed to be the big competitors for Brown. The Sooners have former teammate Clayton Smith from the 2021 class, while Jimbo Fisher has done a great job bringing top in-state to College Station.
Early 247Sports crystal ball predictions came in favor of Oklahoma. Now, Texas has begun to take over. Mike Roach of Horns247 gave a confidence level of 7 for Brown ending up in Austin.
Texas 🔮 pick for Derrick Brown (🏈)
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2022 Edge / 6-4 / 210
✍️ By Mike Roach 🎤⬇️ (Texas Insider)
🎚️ 7 (High)#247Sports #22EFFECT #AllGasNoBrakes ⛽️🙅♂️🛑 #HookEm 🤘🐂— Texas Crystal Ball 🤘🔮 🧙♂️ (@texcrystal_ball) June 10, 2021
Brown is the No. 302 overall player and No. 15 edge on the national level. Within the state of Texas, the four-star is ranked No. 46.
His junior season was dominant, mixing it up between outside linebacker and rushing the quarterback. Brown finished with 67 tackles, 20 tackles for a loss, six sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and an interception.
Landing Brown would instantly boost Texas’ pass rush moving forward. If Ja’Tavion Sanders ends up on the defensive side of the ball, he and Brown could create a dangerous duo.
