KTRV Fox 12 2007 Boise State Football Recruiting Class
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Boise, Idaho -- We now know who will join the roster of the Fiesta Bowl champion Boise State Bronco football team next year. The 2007 recruiting class includes 29 players -- 28 from high school and one from a junior college.
Linemen dominate the class with seven defensive linemen and five offensive.
The Broncos also received commitments from four linebackers and defensive backs, three running backs and wide receivers, and one quarterback, tight end and punter.
"We feel awesome about the kids. Obviously as football players, that's why we recruited them. Every house that we've been in, we have really strong feelings about these guys as people, we like their families. We're really excited to get them here and start coaching them," said Chris Petersen, BSU head coach.
The recruits come from nine states and two countries.
The Bronco faithful packed the Big Easy in Boise Wednesday afternoon, showing their support for the football team and their new players. They even got to hear first-hand from the coaches and some of the recruits during 1350 KTIK's live broadcast from the downtown hot spot. Bronco fans filled every seat in the two-story concert hall to hear all about the new BSU football recruiting class.
"It's a great afternoon at the Big Easy and I'm retired so I don't have to say that I'm in the office," said Bronco fan, John Holmquist.
No matter what they had to do or tell their boss to get here, they're here for one reason -- to learn more about the 29 players adding their names to the 2007 football roster.
"Looks like a good list. Got a great quarterback out of Washington, a guy, defensive player Billy Winn, from Nevada. Got some good guys," said Mike Webb, another Bronco fan.
"We have some good looking players, probably some of the best recruits yet," said Dave Vogel, a Bronco fan.
Petersen said during a press conference at the BSU campus Wednesday that he couldn't agree more. He says many of the recruits signed early on in the season. Others couldn't wait to sign after watching the Broncos defeat the Oklahoma Sooners in the Fiesta Bowl.
"We know there are going to be some ramifications for next year, because really a lot of these guys we got were committed to us before the Fiesta Bowl or before our season ended," said Petersen.
Of the 25 new players, four are from the Treasure Valley.
"I think it's great. We loved that. I hope that trend continues," said Petersen.
"I think it's terrific to get some local players here. I think it's a wonderful thing. This is all positive, it's all good," said Holmquist.
"That's awesome, I'd love to see more, but we're getting some great kids out of our own valley," said Webb.
"Before they felt like they had to leave to play for a bigger program, through the process, I think they can stay here now and still play for a big name program," said Vogel.
On 1350 KTIK, The Ticket spoke with one new recruit from Florida who considered playing for Minnesota and Wake Forest, but after visiting the BSU campus knew that's where he wanted to be.
"Once I left Boise, I knew Boise was the place for me, just by the atmosphere, coaching staff, everything they had to offer. It just felt like that was the best situation for me," said Antwon Murray, a cornerback.
"When I watched the Fiesta Bowl, I was already a Boise State Bronco, committed on Dec. 10. That game had nothing to do with it, I was a Bronco," he added.
Petersen says the recruiting impact of the Fiesta Bowl probably won't be known until next year. And as far as how successful this new class is, he says that won't be measurable for a few years, maybe not even until they graduate.
Here's a look at the list of new players and their bios:
NAME POS HT WT CL HOMETOWN (High School/Jr. College/Sr. College)
Chase Baker DT 6-1 260 Fr. Rocklin, California (Rocklin High School)
Mitch Burroughs WR 5-10 185 Fr. Meridian, Idaho (Meridian HS)
Thomas Byrd C 6-0 290 Fr. San Pablo, California (McClymond High School)
Ben Chandler LB 6-3 220 Fr. Rocklin, California (Del Oro High School)
Garcia Day S 6-2 190 Jr. Temecula, California (Temecula Valley HS/Mt. San Antonio)
Kyle Efaw TE 6-4 225 Fr. Boise, Idaho (Capital High School)
Brad Elkin P 6-2 190 Fr. Tacoma, Washington (Bellarmine Prep High School)
Cedric Febis CB 6-3 188 Fr. Amsterdam, Holland (Bishop Kelly <ID> High School)
D.J. Harper RB 5-10 185 Fr. Cypress, Texas (Cypress High School)
Chuck Hayes DL 6-3 245 Fr. Auroro, Colorado (Eaglecrest High School)
Matt Kaiserman RB 5-11 185 Fr. Nampa, Idaho (Skyview High School)
Doug Martin RB 5-10 193 Fr. Stockton, California (Saint Mary's High School)
Shea McClellin DL 6-4 230 Fr. Caldwell, Idaho (Marsing High School)
Kellen Moore QB 6-1 180 Fr. Prosser, Washington (Prosser High School)Antwon Murray CB 5-11 180 Fr. Lakeland, Florida (Kathleen High School)
J.P. Nisby DT 6-2 288 Fr. Stockton, California (Saint Mary's High School)
Dan Paul LB 6-0 235 Fr. Boring, Oregon (Sam Barlow High School)
Garett Pendergast OL 6-3 275 Fr. Whittier, California (Servite High School)
Austin Pettis WR 6-3 190 Fr. Anaheim, California (Lutheran High School)
Nate Potter OL 6-6 285 Fr. Boise, Idaho (Timberline High School)
Jarrell Root DL 6-3 220 Fr. Boise, Idaho (Capital High School)
Aaron Tevis LB 6-3 215 Fr. Tucson, Arizona (Canyon Del Oro High School)
Brandyn Thompson CB 5-10 160 Fr. Elk Grove, California (Franklin High School)
Johnny Tivao DT 6-0 295 Fr. Paramount, California (Paramount High School)
Zach Waller OL 6-5 280 Fr. Elk Grove, California (Franklin High School)
Hunter White LB 5-11 205 Fr. Huntington Beach, California (Edison High School)
Billy Winn DL 6-4 270 Fr. Las Vegas, Nevada (Las Vegas High School)
Titus Young WR 5-11 170 Fr. Los Angeles, California (University High School)
Cory Yriarte OL 6-1 290 Fr. Palmdale, California (Oaks Christian High School)
Chase Baker, DT, 6-1, 260, Fr., Rocklin, California (Rocklin High School)
A three-sport letterman at Rocklin High School in Rocklin, Calif., lettering in football three times, rugby twice and track and field once. Named first-team all-league, second-team all-metro, defensive lineman of the year and all-state underclassman. Finished with 58 tackles, six sacks, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. Also had three carries for 12 yards and a touchdown. Named a scholar athlete. Plans to major in Civil Engineering. High school coach was Greg Benzel.
Mitch Burroughs, WR, 5-10, 185, Fr., Meridian, Idaho (Meridian HS)
A three-sport letterman at Meridian High School in Meridian, Idaho, lettering in football four times, baseball three times and track and field once. Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. As a senior named second-team all-league after rushing for 450 yards while finishing with 520 yards receiving with 10 total touchdowns. As a junior named the Southern Idaho Conference Player of the Year, first-team All-SIC, and second-team all-state as a wide receiver/running back all-state after rushing for 650 yards on 100 carries, and finishing with 994 yards receiving on 56 receptions with 23 total touchdowns. Named first-team all-conference after rushing for 732 yards on 134 carries and catching 56 passes for 406 total yards with 10 total touchdowns. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was former Boise State quarterback Mike Virden.
Thomas Byrd, C, 6-0, 290, Fr., San Pablo, California (McClymond High School)
A three-sport letterman at McClymond High School in San Pablo, Calif., lettering in football three times, track and field four times and wrestling once. A two-year starter at center for McClymond. Named first-team All-East Bay. Earned All-OAL honors as a sophomore, junior and senior. Named "Cream of the Crop" as a senior. Earned offensive MVP honors at McClymond. Helped team finish as the top rushing team (244.2 yards per game) in the OAL and a top 10 rushing team in the East Bay. Paved the way for four 1,000-yard rushers during last two years. Qualified for the state track meet as a freshman and a junior. Plans to major in communication. High school coach was Alonzo Carter.
Ben Chandler, LB, 6-3, 220, Fr., Rocklin, California (Del Oro High School)
Originally signed in February 2006. A three-year letterman at Del Oro High School in Rocklin, California. Named an all-region selection by Prep Star magazine. Limited to five games during senior year because of a knee injury. Finished with 10catches for 260 yards and a touchdown. As a junior, named league's defensive player of the year, while also being named first-team all-metro, second-team all-state and Del Oro's defensive player of the year. Before senior season named preseason first-team all-section and was rated the third best player in the Sacramento area by the Sacramento Bee. Also lettered in baseball. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Casey Taylor.
Garcia Day, S, 6-2, 190, Jr., Temecula, California (Temecula Valley HS/Mt. San Antonio)
Joined the Broncos in January after spending two seasons at Mt. San Antonio Junior College in Walnut, Calif. As a sophomore finished with 29 tackles, one interception and three pass breakups. Finished junior college career with 40 tackles and four interceptions and was named preseason All-America and all-conference. Junior college coach was Bob Jastrab. Graduated from Temecula Valley High School in San Diego, Calif., in 2005. Lettered three times in football, finishing with 100 tackles (65 solo) and five interceptions. Earned all-league and all-valley honors, as well as being selected to the all-star team and the Riverside All-Stars. Also lettered in track and field and basketball once each. High school coach was Brad Kane.
Kyle Efaw, TE, 6-4, 225, Fr., Boise, Idaho (Capital High School)
Originally signed in February 2006. A three-year three-sport letterman at Capital High School in Boise. Named an all-region selection by Prep Star magazine. Number 25 on the 2006 Northwest Hot 100 list. During his three-year career, caught 89 passes for 1,2010 yards and 14 touchdowns, rushed for 149 yards and one touchdown on 14 carries, had 149 tackles and 10 interceptions and punted 31 times with an average of 35.0 yards per punt. Named first-team all-state and first-team All-Southern Idaho Conference as a tight end, defensive back and punter as a senior after pulling down 53 receptions for 675 yards and 10 touchdowns. Also rushed for 149 yards on 19 carries, had 51 tackles and two interceptions and punted 31 times averaging 35.0 yards per punt. As a junior, named first-team all-state and first-team All-SIC as a defensive back. In basketball, named first-team All-SIC and second-team all-state as a junior while earning team MVP honors. Ranks in the top 10 in all-time scoring and rebounding at Capital High School through his junior season. In baseball, named first-team all-SIC as a utility player (centerfield and pitcher) as both a junior and sophomore. Earned all-conference academic honors in football three times, basketball twice and baseball twice. A member of the 5A All-State Academic Basketball Team as a junior. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Todd Simis.
Brad Elkin, P, 6-2, 190, Fr., Tacoma, Washington (Bellarmine Prep High School)
A three-year letterman in both football and soccer at Bellarmine Prep High School in Tacoma, Wash. As a senior, named first-team all-league as a punter and first-team all-league, all-area and all-state as a kicker. Also named first-team all-state by the Seattle Times after making 16 of 17 extra points and 7 of 10 field goals, including a 51-yarder the longest in the state of Washington in 2006. Also had 17 touchbacks. As a junior named first-team all area as a punter and as a sophomore named first-team all-league as a kicker. Attended Chris Sailer Elite 12 Combine. Named the number four punter in the nation. Plans to major in Criminal Justice. High school coach was Tom Larsen.
Cedric Febis, CB, 6-3, 188, Fr., Amsterdam, Holland (Bishop Kelly <ID> High School)
Originally signed in February 2006. Named second-team all-state and first-team All-Southern Idaho Conference after helping Bishop Kelly to a 12-0 record and a state championship. Finished with 51 tackles, two interceptions and six pass breakups. Transferred to Bishop Kelly from Holland before his senior season. Played two seasons of club football in Holland. Also lettered in track and field at Bishop Kelly. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Tim Brennan.
D.J. Harper, RB, 5-10, 185, Fr., Cypress, Texas (Cypress High School)
A two-sport letterman at Cypress High School in Cypress, Texas, lettering in football three times and track and field twice. A three-time unanimous first-team all-district pick and a team captain twice while also being named the team MVP. Named the Houston Chronicle Player of the Week and Texas High School Athlete of the Week, while being named a finalist for the Houston Touchdown Club. As a senior, rushed for 1,570 yards and 21 touchdowns on 212 carries with 18 receptions for 160 yards. As a junior, rushed for 1,088 yards and 10 touchdowns on 166 carries with 16 catches for 80 yards. As a sophomore, finished with 210 yards and two touchdowns on 60 carries with 13 receptions for 110 yards. Finished high school career with 3,900 total yards. Plans to major in Engineering. High school coach was Greg McCaig.
Chuck Hayes, DL, 6-3, 245, Fr., Auroro, Colorado (Eaglecrest High School)
A two-sport letterman at Eaglecrest High School in Auroro, Colo., lettering in football three times and track and field twice. Started on the offensive line as a sophomore, junior and senior. Named first-team all-conference, first-team all-state, and first-team All-Colorado as a senior. Also a team captain and won the Heart of a Champion Award as a junior and senior. As a junior named first-team all-conference, and as a sophomore earned honorable-mention all-conference honors. As a nose guard had 20 tackles for loss. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Tom Doherty.
Matt Kaiserman, RB, 5-11, 185, Fr., Nampa, Idaho (Skyview High School)
A three-sport letterman at Skyview High School in Nampa, Idaho, lettering in football and track and field three times and basketball once. Named the Gatorade Player of the Year in the State of Idaho. Named the Idaho Statesman 4A Player of the Year after rushing for 1,782 yards (9.8 yards per carry) and 26 rushing touchdowns, while catching 26 passes for 585 yards and four receiving touchdowns. Earned first-team all-conference honors as a junior and senior, as well as first-team all-state accolades on both offense and defense. As a junior, rushed for 1,033 yards and 11 touchdowns on 130 carries, while catching 13 passes for 172 yards and one touchdown. Plans to major in Education. High school coach was David Young.
Doug Martin, RB, 5-10, 193, Fr., Stockton, California (Saint Mary's High School)
Lettered in football and track and field twice at Saint Mary's High School in Stockton, Calif., As a senior, named Stockton Sports Hall of Fame Best Offensive Back in San Joaquin County after leading the Tri-City Athletic League in yards per game. Named second-team All-San Joaquin TV by Comcast Sports. An honorable mention pick by the Stockton Record. Named the team's MVP after rushing for 1,234 yards and 14 touchdowns on 171 carries, with an average of 123.4 yards per game. Caught 10 passes for 139 yards and a touchdown and finished with 1,373 total yards. As a junior, named team MVP, first-team All-Section, first-team all-area by the Stockton Record and first-team All-San Joaquin TV by Comcast Sports. Rushed for 1,950 yards and 18 touchdowns on 228 carries with six catches for 35 yards. Plans to major in Construction Management. High school coach was Tony Franks.
Shea McClellin, DL, 6-4, 230, Fr., Caldwell, Idaho (Marsing High School)
A three-sport letterman at Marsing High School in Marsing, Idaho, lettering in football, basketball and baseball. Named first-team All-Idaho by the Idaho Statesman as a running back and a linebacker. Named the Western Idaho Conference Offensive Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year. Rushed for 1,893 yards and 22 touchdowns, while finishing with 126 tackles, six interceptions and seven defensive touchdowns. As a junior, named second-team all-conference after rushing for 998 yards and 17 touchdowns, and leading the Huskies in touchdowns. Also averaged 16.7 points and 11.6 rebounds per game in basketball and hit .453 with 21 RBI and 10 stolen bases in baseball as a junior. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Don Heller.
Kellen Moore, QB, 6-1, 180, Fr., Prosser, Washington (Prosser High School)
A two-sport letterman from Prosser, Wash., lettering in football and basketball three times each. Named Velocity/Prep Star All-American. Named the Gatorade Player of the Year in the State of Washington. Named the Washington State Player of the Year, first-team all-state and Division 2A MVP by The Seattle Times. Earned league player of the year honors, as well as first-team all-league recognition, as a sophomore, junior and senior. Named the Tri-City Herald Player of the Year as a junior and senior. Earned the Associated Press Player of the Year honors as a senior. Won the Yakima Valley Sports Award Male Athlete of the Year. A first-team all-state selection as a junior and senior. Set Washington state career records for completions (787) and touchdown passes (173). Set Washington state single season records for completions (317 as a junior), yards (4,600 as a junior) and touchdown passes (67 as a senior). Finished career completing 787 of 1,195 passes (65.9 percent) for 11,367 yards and 173 touchdowns with just 34 interceptions. Led Prosser to a 12-1 record as a senior and a spot in the state semifinals by completing 287 of 399 passes (71.9 percent) for 4,269 yards and 67 touchdowns with just seven interceptions. Passed for 400-plus yards in a game twice as a senior, including a season-high 420 yards in Prosser's season opener. Threw for more than 300 yards in 10 games. Threw five or more touchdown passes in nine of Prosser's games, including eight once, seven three times, six once and five four times. As a junior, completed 317 of 479 passes (66.2 percent) for 4,600 yards and 66 touchdowns with just 15 interceptions. As a sophomore, completed 179 of 308 passes (58.1 percent) for 2,442 yards and 39 touchdowns with just 11 interceptions. Completed 4 of 9 passes for 56 yards with a touchdown and interception as a freshman. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was his father, Tom Moore.
Antwon Murray, CB, 5-11, 180, Fr., Lakeland, Florida (Kathleen High School)
A two-sport letterman at Kathleen High School in Lakeland, Florida, lettering in football three times and track and field once. Rated as the 9th best defensive back in Florida, the 5th best defensive player in Polk County (Polk County Buzz Magazine), the 7th best player in Polk County (Lakeland Ledger) and the 64th best defensive back in the nation (Scout.com). Selected to the North/South All-Star Game. As a senior, named first-team all-county, first-team all-district and second-team all-state after making 52 tackles and intercepting eight passes. Returned two kickoffs for touchdowns, one for 90 yards and one for 72 yards. As a junior, named second-team all-county and honorable-mention all-state after totaling 46 tackles and picking off five passes. Returned one punt for a touchdown. As a sophomore quarterbacked team to second round of the playoffs. Was team captain as both a junior and senior. Plans to major in broadcast journalism. High school coach was Brian Armstrong.
J.P. Nisby, DT, 6-2, 288, Fr., Stockton, California (Saint Mary's High School)
A two-year letterman at Saint Mary's High School in Stockton, Calif. Named all-state, all-area and all-league first team as a junior, while earning all-area honors as a senior. Received Stockton Athletic Hall of Fame Award in 2006. Bench presses over 400 pounds and squats over 600 pounds. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Tony Franks.
Dan Paul, LB, 6-0, 235, Fr., Boring, Oregon (Sam Barlow High School)
A two-sport letterman at Sam Barlow High School in Gresham, Ore., lettering in football three times and track and field twice. Named first-team all-conference as a linebacker and second team-all-conference as an offensive lineman as both a junior and senior. Named honorable mention all-state as a linebacker and an offensive lineman as both a junior and senior. Finished with four interceptions and four fumble recoveries. Claimed first-place in the Oregon Weight Lifting Championships bench pressing 355 pounds, power cleaning 355 pounds and squatting 615 pounds. Named a Scholar Athlete Award finalist, captain of the team and defensive MVP. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Terry Summerfield.
Garett Pendergast, OL, 6-3, 275, Fr., Whittier, California (Servite High School)
Named Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. As a senior, named first-team All-Trinity League, second-team All-Orange County by the Orange County Register as an offensive lineman. Named second-team All-CIF-SS as a defensive lineman. Named California's number 14 offensive lineman, the west coast's 37th rated offensive guard in the preseason by Scout.com and the nations 46th best defensive tackle by Rivals.com. Named California's 78th best player in the top 100 athlete ranking by Rivals.com. Helped team to the Southern Section Pac-5 Quarterfinals as a senior and a final ranking of fourth by the Orange County Register and a 25th ranking in the state of California. As a junior, named first-team All-Serra League, top newcomer, while also winning the blocking award. Helped team two Division I CIF-SS semifinals and a final ranking of sixth by the Orange County Register and a 14th place ranking in the state of California. Won Serra League shot put championship, was named first-team All-CIF Division III as a shot putter and finished seventh in the shot put. Plans to major in Business. High school coach was Troy Thomas.
Austin Pettis, 6-3, 190, Fr., Anaheim, California (Lutheran High School)
A three-sport letterman at Lutheran High School in Orange, Calif., where he lettered in football three times, basketball three times and track and field twice. Named Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. As a senior, had 72 receptions for 1,079 yards and 13 touchdowns. Named first-team all-league, first-team all-county and third-team all-state. Was also named to the All-Southern Section Team while helping team to a state championship his senior season. As a sophomore, named second-team all-league as well as being named the top sophomore on the team. Missed his junior season. Plans to major in Business. High school coach was Jim Kanau.
Nate Potter, OL, 6-6, 285, Fr., Boise, Idaho (Timberline High School)
Originally signed in February 2006. A three-year starter at Timberline High School in Boise. Named an all-region selection by Prep Star magazine. Number 85 on the 2006 Northwest Hot 100 list. Named first-team all-state and first-team All-Southern Idaho Conference as both a junior and senior. As a senior didn't allow a sack. As a junior allowed just two sacks on Timberline's 286 pass attempts. Also lettered in basketball, lacrosse, track and field and sports medicine at Timberline. He plans to major in History. High school coach was Brian Compton.
Jarrell Root, DL, 6-3, 220, Fr., Boise, Idaho (Capital High School)
A two-sport letterman at Capital High School in Boise, lettering in football twice and basketball twice. Named honorable-mention All-Southern Idaho Conference during junior and senior seasons. As a junior, had 40 tackles, seven sacks, five tackles for loss and a recovered fumble. As a senior, recorded 25 tackles, four sacks, five tackles for loss and a pass deflection before suffering a season-ending injury in the fifth game of the season. Named a state academic champion in 2004-05. Plans to major in Criminal Justice. High school coach was Todd Simis.
Aaron Tevis, LB, 6-3, 215, Fr., Tucson, Arizona (Canyon Del Oro High School)
A three-sport letterman at Canyon Del Oro High School in Tucson, Ariz., lettering in football and basketball three times and track and field twice. As a senior, named to the 2006 All-Southern Arizona football team as a tight end and linebacker. Also named first-team 4A Sonoran Region as a linebacker and tight end and first-team all-state as both a tight end and linebacker. Named the Southern Arizona Co-Player of the Year, won the Golden Helmet Award (MVP) and best defensive back. Named one of 12 winners of the National Football Foundation College Hall of Fame Scholar Athlete Award for Southern Arizona. As a senior had 637 receiving yards, 80 tackles, eight sacks, seven touchdowns and four interceptions. As a junior named to the 4A Sonoran Region first-team as a defensive end and tight end, while earning first-team all-state honors after gaining 484 yards receiving with eight touchdowns and 71 tackles in five just five games. As a sophomore, named honorable-mention 4A Southern Region as a defensive end and the leagues top newcomer. In track and field has a personal best of 47-6 ΒΌ in the shot put and 134-6 in the discus while winning the 2006 region shot put championship. In basketball, named MVP and best offensive player in 2003-04. Plans to major in Engineering. High school coach was Pat Nugent.
Johnny Tivao, DT, 6-0, 295, Fr., Paramount, California (Paramount High School)
A three-year letterman at Paramount High School in Paramount, Calif., where he was named first-team all-league as an offensive lineman and a defensive lineman. Served as team captain as both a junior and senior. Named to the Southern Section Dream Team. He is undecided about his major. High school coaches were Art Tavizon and Matt Howard.
Brandyn Thompson, CB, 5-10, 160, Fr., Elk Grove, California (Franklin High School)
A three-sport letterman at Franklin High School in Elk Grove, Calif., lettering in football, basketball and track and field. Named first-team All-Delta League as both a junior and senior. As a junior, had 905 all-purpose yards. As a senior, had 300 yards receiving, six touchdowns and 60 tackles. A member of the honor roll. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was Mike Johnson.
Zach Waller, OL, 6-5, 280, Fr., Elk Grove, California (Franklin High School)
A two-year letterman in football at Franklin High School in Elk Grove, Calif. Named All-Delta Valley Conference as a junior and senior. Named second-team all-city as an offensive tackle. Selected to play in first-annual Holiday Bowl All-Star Game. A scholar athlete in 2005 and 2006. Plans to major in Kinesiology. High school coach was Mike Johnson.
Hunter White, LB, 5-11, 205, Fr., Huntington Beach, California (Edison High School)
A four-sport letterman at Edison High School in Newport Beach, Calif., lettering in football and baseball three times, basketball twice and track and field once. Named Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. Named all-state three times, All-CIF twice and all-county twice. Named So-Cal first-team as a wide receiver and defensive MVP of Sunset League as a junior and senior. As a senior, caught 75 passes for 1,200 yards and 11 touchdowns on offense, while on defense he had 108 tackles, five sacks, two interceptions, two fumble recoveries and four defensive touchdowns. Finished career with 120 receptions for 1,800 yards and 16 touchdowns on offense, while totaling 275 tackles, nine sacks, four fumble recoveries and two interceptions on defense. Plans to major in communication. High school coach was his father, Dave White.
Billy Winn, DL, 6-4, 270, Fr., Las Vegas, Nevada (Las Vegas High School)
A three-sport letterman at Las Vegas High School in Las Vegas, Nev., lettering in football twice and wrestling and track and field three times. Named Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. Named Sunrise Defensive Player of the Year, first-team all-state and first-team all-league after finishing with 18 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. Named an East-West All-American, the only Nevada prep player honored with the award, while also playing in the East-West All-American Bowl. A second-team all-state pick as a junior. In track and field, threw the discus 171-11, the shot put 53-1 and ran the 100 in 11.86. In wrestling finished his junior season with a 32-4 record. Set a record at the Vegas Open with a power clean of 335. Plans to major in Kinesiology. High school coach was Chris Faircloth.
Titus Young, WR, 5-11, 170, Fr., Los Angeles, California (University High School)
A two-sport letterman at University High School in Los Angeles, Calif., lettering in football three times and track and field twice. Named all-state, all-city and one of the top 10 receivers in the state. Led the city section in both interceptions and receiving. Finished season with 66 catches for 1,359 yards, 2,000 all-purpose yards and 20 touchdowns on offense, while on defense finished with 97 tackles and 11 interceptions. He is undecided about his major. High school coach was E.C. Robinson.
Cory Yriarte, OL, 6-1, 290, Fr., Palmdale, California (Oaks Christian High School)
Spent one season at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake, Calif. During his high school career lettered in football three times and baseball once. Named Velocity/Prep Star All-Region. Rated as the 12th best center by Scout.com. Named to the Ventura County Star All-Ventura County Team and the Los Angeles Daily News All-Area Team. Earned All-CIF honors as well as all-state second team recognition. Also named first-team All-Tri-Valley League, second-team All-Olympic League and the Coaches Association Ventura County Offensive Lineman of the Year. Helped Oaks Christian rush for over 3,500 yards and 91 touchdowns and pass for over 3,600 yards and 51 touchdowns. Plans to major in Business. High school coach was Bill Redell.
