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Commitment #7 is in! 
Jacob Rowland 6'5" 297lb OL of Wills Point has chosen Texas State over Arkansas State and ULM.
 
Per Scout site:
"Around 6:30pm I made the call and talked to staff. I did it over the phone. I talked to the O-line Coach first and he handed the phone to Coach Fran. He asked me if I was ready to be a Bobcat and was very excited. He was glad they we're getting a chance to coach me. He was happy for me and glad that I'm joining the Bobcat family. He wants me to come down and take an official visit during the fall. I've been weighing the pros and cons of it, I just really knew it was yesterday that I really figured it out. It seemed like the best fit for me and I pulled the trigger today," said Rowland.
 
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2005046/jacob-rowland

Tyrell Thompson commits to UH last night.  Big time get for the Cougars!

Texas State begins to go the JUCO route.  There are 2 new offers out there for the offensive side of the ball.
 
6'5" 290LB Brandon Hodges (OT) of East Mississippi CC and 6'2" 175LB Alex Byers of Antelope Valley JC
 
Alex Byers Highlights
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2952398/highlights/105751385
 
Per Scout on Byers:
 
Currently, Texas State has 4 offers out to wide receivers and the latest target to surface is from the juco ranks. Just last week, CO-OC and Quarterbacks Coach Mike Schultz paid a visit to Antelope Valley JC (CA) and extended an offer to Alex Byers.
 
Byers is originally from Florida who went cross country to take an opportunity at the juco level to get his grades right and the shot of continuing on at the division one level. Since his Texas State offer, Georgia State has also ponied up.
 
The 6'2" 175lb WR is just seeing his recruiting start. Along with a frame that can add a few more pounds, he's got an extra gear that makes him a game breaker. He's been clocked as fast as a 4.32 in the 40 yard dash.
 
Texas State showing interest really caught Byers off guard and the Bobcats have now given him something to look into.
 
"It was a surprise, I don't even know how it came upon. He saw my film, he called me into the office. Me a cornerback and an offensive lineman. Once he released us from the meeting. He called me back into the room, he offered the scholarship," said Byers.
 
Speaking with Coach Schultz was something that left an impression on Alex.
 
"I talked to him that day. Really enjoyed the conversation and enjoyed meeting him. I really got a good vibe with the coach when he came in. He was different," said Byers.
 
The Bobcats are a new program to Alex, but since his offer, he's looked more into the program, the campus, and facilities. He likes what he sees so far

Man speaking of Prattville HS.  Looks like Coach Tatum is making a trip back to his ol stomping grounds.  A rather "larger and in charge" OT Kenny Thomas of Prattville HS just  received an offer from Texas State.  He stands at 6' 6" 315LBS
 
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/472513/kenny-thomas

Michael Jacquet III of Beaumont Central is reporting a Texas State offer.   Anybody know anything about this that can confirm?  He's projected as an Athlete 6'3" 185LBS. 

Yep,  Florence has several players on this year's squad that have D1 offers.  Every year Coach Kyle Tatum dips into the state searching for talent with some success.   It should be noted Tatum was a four-star defensive tackle out of Prattville HS back in 2002, where he eventually signed with Alabama. 
 

Clyde McCauley of Arlington Bowie is reporting that an offer has been extended.  The 6'5" 275lb Offensive Tackle currently has Texas State in his top 3 schools.  His other current offers are from Fresno State, Navy, Louisiana-Monroe, and San Diego State.
www.hudl.com/athlete/1724177/highlights/145963377

#13 Commitment came in also.
 
6'2" 215LB Randolph HS linebacker Bryan London
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1628957/bryan-london

Well, he has already committed to Baylor, but it doesn't look like that is stopping the Texas State Coaching staff from offering Burton HS Athlete Louis Brown (6-6, 205).  He received an offer from Texas State Wednesday as members of the Bobcat coaching staff stopped by Burton HS to check on a few players including Brown.

Back on March 3rd, Brown made his commitment official to Art Briles and the Baylor Bears.
 
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1754055/highlights/139719375

#12 Commitment is in:
 
La Grange HS athlete Bralon Hutchison (5-10, 180) has committed to the Bobcats over offers from Houstom, Oregon State, Duke, Nevada and others.
Hutchison was recruited by Bobcats defensive backs coach Jason Washington.

Rico was offered at the CB position and not the RB

Running back offers are still going out apparently.  This is an interested year, in the past the coaches have offered 3 deep at a position and really stayed on those guys until they got their 1 or 2, but this year they have offered multiple guys at each position.
 
5'10" 185lb AnthonyTaylor of Guyer who recently recorded a 4.32 at Oklahoma Camp
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1342936/anthony-taylor
 
 
5'10" 185lb Davon Crookshank of Fort Bend Marshall
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1908159/davon-crookshank

2016 DB Target Brian Bullock of Round Rock has his first offer from Texas State.  He is currently receiving interest from Baylor, TCU, Oklahoma, and Stanford also.  With that said it's only a matter of time before he starts landing P5 offers.  He was one of the many recruits on hand for last Saturday's home game and expressed that Texas State is making quite the impression on the young athlete.  His recent visit marks the 5th time he's made it to Texas State's Campus.
 
"What really stands out about Texas State are the fans, they are energetic the whole game.  I'm considering Texas State heavily right now.  I'm just so familiar with the program." said Bullock.

Two more kids reporting offers from Texas State.
 
6'5" 280LB Zach Lucas (OL) of Katy-Taylor HS - 8 current offers
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1434435/zach-lucas
 
5'7" 167LB Juwan Washington (RB) of Kennedale HS - 2 current offer (Houston, Arkansas State)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1258481/juwan-washington

Texas State cranks up the recruiting on Monday with 4 offers going to out of state talent; including one 2016 recruit. 
 
2015
Malik Manciel      Florence (AL) HS defensive end Offers: Arkansas State, Southern Miss, and Texas State
Roland Adams     Florence (AL) HS running back Offers: South Alabama, Texas State
Chandler Brewer   Florence (AL) HS offensive tackle Offers: Southern Miss and Texas State
 
2016
Parker Boudreaux   Offers: Marshall, South Florida, UAB, Utah, Toledo, and Texas State
 
 
Malik Manciel quotes per Scout:
 
"I had spoken to Texas State earlier in the year right after my season, but it kind of caught me by surprise," said Manciel.
 
"He (TXST Coach Kyle Tatum) told me they like my style of play. My ability to make plays, play anywhere on the d-line and he wants to get me down there," said Manciel.
 
"I'm just looking for a winning program that will take me to bowl games. Get an education and that my mother be satisfied with the college life," said Manciel."
 
"I know more about their football program, but I gotta do more research on everything they have to offer there."

Riley decides to stay put at home, commits to the trendy Aggies
http://247sports.com/Bolt/Local-linebacker-Riley-Garner-commis-to-Texas-AM-28757732

Kerry Walker (6'3" 220LB) OLB picked up an offer from Texas State recently. He has already visited the campus by taking in the Western Kentucky game last year and enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere and experience. He claims that he "would love to play there" when talking about the growing TXST Football Program. He currently holds offers from Houston, UNT, Northern Illinois, Tennessee, and Utah State. He is also receiving interest from Oklahoma, Tulsa, and Oregon State.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/2227658/kerry-walker

 

Will do but it will probably be at least 2 years (barring injuries to depth) before he sees the field.   Texas State is very deep and talented at the RB Position.  The current starter 5'10" 200lb Robert Lowe ran for 945 yards on 164 carries as a Sophomore.  That was splitting carries with 5'8" 185lb Chris Nutall who ran for 477 yards on 83 carries as a Sophomore also.  We also have CJ Best who is down right shifty just like his brother Javhid Best who plays for the Lions.  Texas State plans on using him in their new up-tempo offense this year as a slot wr/rb. 
 
Here are some Highlights of all 3:
http://youtu.be/8l6O7at_oMk  
http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=9647856
http://youtu.be/YdrKQqnGxe0

Keivon Ramsey committed to Texas on Saturday becoming the Horns 10th Commitment. 
Converse Judson defensive back Keivon Ramsey had a feeling this week that he was close to pulling the trigger on a commitment. On Saturday, after spending time with the Texas Longhorn coaching staff during a visit for UT's Orange-White game, things felt right for Ramsey and he put an end to the recruiting process.


Keivon Ramsey committed to Texas on Saturday. "Yesterday, I was with my boys. I was kind of talking about it, being ready. I was kind of holding off on committing because I wanted to make the right decision, didn't want to force anything," Ramsey said. "I told my boys, I might commit, and it kind of came out of nowhere.

"Today, I was talking to all coaches, coach (Vance) Bedford, coach (Chris) Vaughn. I just agreed with everything they were saying and felt strongly about it. I just enjoyed it and decided it was time."

The 6-1, 170-pound Ramsey chose Texas over offers from programs like Oklahoma, LSU, TCU, Texas Tech and Baylor, among others.

Rumors began swirling at halftime of the scrimmage that Ramsey may be close to pulling the trigger, and he turned those rumors into fact shortly after the final gun sounded.

"After the game, I talked to coach (Charlie) Strong about it," Ramsey said. "It was right after the game, on the field. He had a big smile on his face."

Out of his other offers, Ramsey said he gave the most consideration to LSU and Baylor, but it was a gut feeling that led him to commit to Texas so early.

"I've just been waiting for something to hit me," Ramsey said. "After talking to the coaches, and how I felt, I just felt like it was time."

A physical safety, Ramsey has made multiple trips to the Forty Acres over the last year. He attended a UT sophomore day last year, attended a couple Texas home games last fall and was at a UT junior day this spring.

Ramsey feels his size and physical nature can be an asset to the Texas defense.

"I can bring some physicality to the defense. I'm a safety, but in my head, I like coming downhill first instead of breaking up a pass," Ramsey said. "I'm not afraid of contact. I like to get in the mix of things, but I can still cover and do things like that too."

Ramsey likes what he saw from the Longhorns during the Spring Game, singling out the physical play of the defense as something that's different from what he's seen from Texas teams in the past.

"It's evident coach Strong has done things with the defense. They fly around a lot more," Ramsey said.

Commit #2 is in and it's a big one.  Texas State nabs 3-star WR Justin Gamble of Stoney Point HS out of Round Rock, TX.  This 6' 170LB star chose Texas State over Texas Tech and made it known yesterday that he is going to be a Bobcat.
 
What he had to say about why he chose TXST:
 
"Coach Johnson shows that he really cares. Plus, it seems like a fun place to play at, it's a great atmosphere."
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/3124877/highlights/113670375

6'3" 220lb Sam Miller (DE) of Canton High school lands his 6th offer from Texas State. UTSA, UNT, Nevada, Memphis, and Oregon State have all extended an invitation to this East Texas athlete.
 
Per Scout here's what he's saying:
 
"Right now, the fact that San Marcos is a fun city, it interests me a little more. I want to be somewhere where I'm comfortable. Plus they have the river. It's just a fun place to be. It seems like a place I would be comfortable with. It's only 4-5 hours from home."
 
"The main schools I'm considering are North Texas, Texas State, and UTSA. They're all in Texas and I like the fact that they're closer to home and not too far away. Oregon State is also a big one, I'm considering them also.
 
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/601571/highlights/126350378

If your curious how great an offense from a mid level SEC/P5 team in Texas compares to a 2nd year low to mid level Sunbelt/G5 team in Texas here you go.

Last week- Texas State @ ULM 22-18
This week- ULM @ Texas A&M 16-21

Texas State Offense:
17 First downs
370 yards Total Offense
141 Passing
229 Rushing
Turnovers 0
Coach Dennis Franchione

Texas A&M Offense:
16 First downs
243 yards Total Offense
106 Passing
137 Rushing
Turnovers 2
Coach Kevin Sumlin

For a majority of their fan base that has been thumping their chest on this WRTS bs y'all sure don't fit the bill after yesterday's performance. Moral of the story, your crap does stink and you don't run squat. I'm only pointing this out because I hope to see better character for a change from those select few Ag fans out there with a big head.

If your curious how great an offense from a mid level SEC/P5 team in Texas compares to a 2nd year low to mid level Sunbelt/G5 team in Texas here you go.

Last week- Texas State @ ULM 22-18
This week- ULM @ Texas A&M 16-21

Texas State Offense:
17 First downs
370 yards Total Offense
141 Passing
229 Rushing
Turnovers 0
Coach Dennis Franchione

Texas A&M Offense:
16 First downs
243 yards Total Offense
106 Passing
137 Rushing
Turnovers 2
Coach Kevin Sumlin

For a majority of their fan base that has been thumping their chest on this WRTS bs y'all sure don't fit the bill after yesterday's performance. Moral of the story, your crap does stink and you don't run squat. I'm only pointing this out because I hope to see better character for a change from those select few Ag fans out there with a big head.

If your curious how great an offense from a mid level SEC/P5 team in Texas compares to a 2nd year low to mid level Sunbelt/G5 team in Texas here you go.

Last week- Texas State @ ULM 22-18
This week- ULM @ Texas A&M 16-21

Texas State Offense:
17 First downs
370 yards Total Offense
141 Passing
229 Rushing
Turnovers 0
Coach Dennis Franchione

Texas A&M Offense:
16 First downs
243 yards Total Offense
106 Passing
137 Rushing
Turnovers 2
Coach Kevin Sumlin

For a majority of their fan base that has been thumping their chest on this WRTS bs y'all sure don't fit the bill after yesterday's performance. Moral of the story, your crap does stink and you don't run squat. I'm only pointing this out because I hope to see better character for a change from those select few Ag fans out there with a big head.

Anthony Lane, 5'10" 180lb DB  of Palm Beach Gardens HS reports an offer. 
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/1892014/anthony-lane
 
Jalen "Scoot" Campbell 5'10" 170lb DB of Flour Bluff CC is reporting an offer. Offers are Texas (Once a commit) Texas State, and TCU
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/560617/jalen-campbell
 
 
Other notable players receiving interest but no offer yet:
Kerry Walker DL out of Shoemaker HS in Killeen
LG Williams QB out of Cibolo HS in San Antonio
Will Brown DL out of Texas HS in Texarkana
Ray Rudolph DT out of Kilgore JC
Hunter Herndon (Current Rice Commit) TE/QB out of North Forney HS
Tolly James DT out of Shoemaker HS in Killeen