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2024 Star-Telegram All-Area Super Team. See the best local high school football players

North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson Jr. is a Star-Telegram All-Area First Team selection.
North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson Jr. is a Star-Telegram All-Area First Team selection. Special to the Star-Telegram

The Star-Telegram All-Area team is here. See the first team, second team, honorable mentions and individual award recipients.

Player of the Year: Quentin Gibson, Senior WR, North Crowley

Offensive Player of the Year: Cardea Collier, Senior QB, Alvarado

Defensive Player of the Year: Ja’Brelle Asberry, Senior LB, North Crowley

Newcomer of the Year: Blake Gunter, Sophomore WR, Southlake Carroll

Coach of the Year: Ray Gates, North Crowley

FIRST TEAM OFFENSE

QUARTERBACKS

Chris Jimerson Jr., Senior, North Crowley

Jimerson had a historic season, running a North Crowley offense that averaged 54 points per game and leading the Panthers to a Class 6A Division I state championship win. In a season where North Crowley defeated Duncanville, DeSoto and Westlake, Jimerson threw for 3,769 yards and 58 touchdowns with five interceptions while also rushing for 777 yards and six touchdowns. He was named a Max Preps Senior All-American.

North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson (12) celebrates with his medal after winning the UIL 6A Division I state championship game against Austin Westlake at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024.
North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson (12) celebrates with his medal after winning the UIL 6A Division I state championship game against Austin Westlake at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Chris Torres ctorres@star-telegram.com

Angelo Renda, Junior, Southlake Carroll

Renda took over the starting spot at Southlake Carroll with high expectations and delivered, leading the Dragons to a state championship appearance. He passed for 3,899 yards, 40 touchdowns and had 11 interceptions on 71.7% passing, completing 256 of 357. Renda, the unanimous District 4-6A MVP, also tallied 667 rushing yards and 14 TDs on 95 attempts.

Southlake quarterback Angelo Renda (2) prepares to throw a pass in the second half of the UIL 6A Division II championship game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024.
Southlake quarterback Angelo Renda (2) prepares to throw a pass in the second half of the UIL 6A Division II championship game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Chris Torres ctorres@star-telegram.com

RUNNINGBACKS

Darrion Bowers, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Bowers was a force, powering the Volunteers to an undefeated District championship. He had a high workload, tallying 2,100 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns on 257 carries en route to District 8-6A Most Valuable Player honors. Bowers, who has offers from Texas St, Texas Southern, Mississippi Valley and East Central, also had 133 receiving yards and a score.

Bowie Volunteer running back Darrion Bowers (6) goes for a stiff arm as Martin defensive back Kevin Grant (6) approaches during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024
Bowie Volunteer running back Darrion Bowers (6) goes for a stiff arm as Martin defensive back Kevin Grant (6) approaches during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 Ronaldo Bolaños Special to the Star-Telegram

Cornelius Warren III, Senior, North Crowley

North Crowley has a talented, crowded running back room, yet Warren still produced eye-popping numbers. He rushed for 1,607 yards and 18 touchdowns on 221 attempts and also had 172 yards and two scores as a receiver. In a state semifinal vs. defending champion Duncanville, Warren shined with 178 yards. He is an uncommitted, three-star recruit.

North Crowley running back Cornelius Warren III (1) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second half of the UIL 6A Division I state championship game against Austin Westlake at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024.
North Crowley running back Cornelius Warren III (1) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second half of the UIL 6A Division I state championship game against Austin Westlake at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Chris Torres ctorres@star-telegram.com

WIDE RECEIVERS

Brock Boyd, Junior, Southlake Carroll

Boyd, a three-star TCU commit and the District 4-6A Offensive Player of the Year, had one of the best seasons in Texas, leading the Dragons to the state championship while recording 1,910 total yards and 20 touchdowns. He also had eight kickoff returns for 191 yards. Boyd, a Max Preps Junior All-American, will enter the 2025 season as one of the best receivers in Texas.

Southlake wide receiver Brock Boyd (11) gains yards after the catch during the UIL District 6A D2 Regional Semi-Finals football game at Joy and Ralph Ellis Stadium in Irving, Texas, Nov. 29, 2024.
Southlake wide receiver Brock Boyd (11) gains yards after the catch during the UIL District 6A D2 Regional Semi-Finals football game at Joy and Ralph Ellis Stadium in Irving, Texas, Nov. 29, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Kaydon Finley, Junior, Aledo

Finley was a production machine for Aledo, tallying 1,432 yards and 21 touchdowns on 81 receptions. He was named a Max Preps Junior All-American and is a four-star recruit with offers from Baylor, Georgia, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Oregon, Penn State, SMU, TCU, Texas, Texas A&M and more.

Aledo’s Kaydon Finley Jr. hauls in a 50-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter of the Friday, Oct. 25, game at Tim Buchanan Stadium in Aledo. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin
Aledo’s Kaydon Finley Jr. hauls in a 50-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter of the Friday, Oct. 25, game at Tim Buchanan Stadium in Aledo. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin Tom Marvin

Tristan Gentry, senior, Stephenville

Gentry posted ridiculous numbers for Class 4A powerhouse Stephenville. He had 1,778 receiving yards and 23 total touchdowns en route to First Team All-District honors. He is a four-star Texas Tech signee with a 6-foot-1, 175-pound frame.

OFFENSIVE LINE

Pupungatoa Katoa, Junior, Euless Trinity

Katoa, the District 4-6A Offensive Lineman of the Year, is a three-star recruit with a 6-foot-4, 365-pound frame. He holds offers from Baylor, Oklahoma, Oregon, SMU, TCU, Tennessee, Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and more.

Henry Fenuku, Senior, North Crowley

Fenuku, a key component in North Crowley’s state-leading offensive line, is a three-star Missouri signee with a 6-foot-3, 265-pound frame. He is a District 3-6A First Team selection.

North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson (12) takes the snap protected by offensive lineman Henry Fenuku (55)during a UIL Class 6A D1 Area Round football playoff football game at Crowley ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024.
North Crowley quarterback Chris Jimerson (12) takes the snap protected by offensive lineman Henry Fenuku (55)during a UIL Class 6A D1 Area Round football playoff football game at Crowley ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

John Turntine III, Junior, North Crowley

Turntine, a Max Preps Junior All-American, played a crucial role in North Crowley’s offense that averaged 54 points per game. He has a 275-pound, 6-foot-4 frame. Turntine has elite offers and has narrowed his list to Michigan, Ohio State, Stanford, Texas, Georgia, Oregon, Texas A&M, Missouri, SMU and Tennessee.

Felix Ojo, Junior, Mansfield Lake Ridge

Ojo, a four-star, is one of the most sought-after linemen in the class of 2026. He has a 6-foot-7, 283-pound frame and holds 41 division one offers. Alabama, Baylor, Colorado, Georgia, LSU, Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, SMU, TCU, Texas and plenty more are interested.

Marcus Garcia, Senior, Denton Ryan

Garcia, a 6-foot-5, 270-pound three-star Texas A&M signee, was a standout within Denton Ryan’s elite offensive line. He had a team-high 88% grade and also 65 knockdowns.

Denton Ryan offensive lineman Marcus Garcia (58) blocks Timberview linebacker Caden Bates (1) during a UIL football game at C.H. Collins Activity Complex in Denton, Texas, Thursday, Sept. 05, 2024.
Denton Ryan offensive lineman Marcus Garcia (58) blocks Timberview linebacker Caden Bates (1) during a UIL football game at C.H. Collins Activity Complex in Denton, Texas, Thursday, Sept. 05, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

TIGHT END

Brodey Bowman, Senior, Glen Rose

Bowman, a First Team All-District selection, stuffed the stat sheet with 1,171 yards and 18 touchdowns. He broke the Glen Rose single-game record for receiving yards with 229 yards and five touchdowns vs. Eagle Mountain.

ATHLETES

Isaiah Robertson, Senior, Arlington

Robertson played a large roll for Arlington, powering the Colts to the playoffs with wins over Haltom and Martin. He is a three-star SMU signee and earned First Team All-District honors. As a receiver, he tallied 784 yards and six touchdowns on 60 receptions. As a running back, he added 637 yards and 16 touchdowns on 98 carries.

Arlington receiver Isaiah Robertson runs the ball after a catch against Martin at the Thursday, Nov. 7 game at UTA’s Maverick Stadium in Arlington. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin
Arlington receiver Isaiah Robertson runs the ball after a catch against Martin at the Thursday, Nov. 7 game at UTA’s Maverick Stadium in Arlington. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin Tom Marvin

Drew Kates, Senior, Richland

Kates stuffed the state sheet for the Royals, passing for 3,760 yards and 38 touchdowns with five interceptions. He rushed for 677 yards and 10 touchdowns, earning District 3-5A Division I Offensive Player of the Year honors in one of Texas’ most competitive districts.

Richland quarterback Drew Kates (8) scrambles up the middle on a broken play during a UIL football game at Birdville Fine Arts and Activity Center in North Richland Hills Friday, Sept. 6, 2004.
Richland quarterback Drew Kates (8) scrambles up the middle on a broken play during a UIL football game at Birdville Fine Arts and Activity Center in North Richland Hills Friday, Sept. 6, 2004. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

KICKER

AJ Rosen, Senior, Hurst L.D. Bell

Rosen, the District 4-6A Special Teams Player of the Year, had a great year with the Blue Raiders. He was 10/16 on field goals and 15/16 on extra points. He had 17 kickoffs for touchbacks and 35 total kickoffs. As a punter, he averaged 40.4 yards and put 11 of them inside the 20-yard line. Rosen also had an 81-yard punt in Bell’s final contest.

PUNTER

Grady Tucker, Senior, Haltom

Tucker was a special teams magician for the Buffaloes with 27 punts for a 43-yard average and a long of 68 yards. He had nine punts inside the 20-yard line, five inside the 10, and two inside the one-yard line. He earned First Team All-District honors and was named the 8-6A Special Teams Player of the Year. Tucker also played tight end for the Buffs, held for place kicks and attempted onside kicks.

UTILITY

Aidan Collier, Senior, Saginaw

Collier did it all in a magical season that saw the Rough Riders win an undefeated district title and their first playoff game in school history. He shined as a receiver, tallying 1,200 total yards and 18 touchdowns on 42 receptions. Collier also plays defense and tallied 32 tackles, two forced fumbles, two interceptions and eight pass breakups. On special teams, he tallied 240 return yards and, as a kicker, made 14 PATs and two field goals.

Saginaw wide receiver Aidan Collier (0) hauls in a 97 yard touchdown pass during a UIL football game at Farrington Field in Fort Worth Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.
Saginaw wide receiver Aidan Collier (0) hauls in a 97 yard touchdown pass during a UIL football game at Farrington Field in Fort Worth Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

FIRST TEAM DEFENSE

DEFENSIVE LINE

Jack Van Dorselaer, Senior, Southlake Carroll

Van Dorselaer, with a 6-foot-5, 230-pound frame, is a four-star Tennessee signee. He was a standout for the Dragons with 42 solo tackles, 35 assisted tackles, nine tackles for a loss, eight sacks and 18 hurries. In 2023, he was a tide end but made an extremely successful transition to defense, earning unanimous District 4-6A Defensive Lineman of the Year honors.

Dalton Knapp, Senior, Fort Worth All Saints

Knapp, a three-star Kansas State signee, was arguably the best pass rusher in North Texas. He had 15 sacks in a state championship-winning season with the Saints. Knapp also had 54 solo tackles and 24 assists.

All Saints defensive end Dalton Knapp (30) hands the ball to referee Karl Wright during a TAPPS football game at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024.
All Saints defensive end Dalton Knapp (30) hands the ball to referee Karl Wright during a TAPPS football game at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Bob Booth Bob Booth

Christian Gleason, Senior, Fort Worth Benbrook

Gleason played a huge role in the Bobcats’ historic season. He tallied 12 sacks, 56 tackles, 15 tackles for a loss, forced a fumble and blocked four field goals. Benbrook secured Fort Worth ISD’s first area-round playoff win in 24 years.

Cookie Warmate, Senior, Denton Ryan

Warmate put together one of the best defensive seasons in Class 5A with 90 tackles, 36 tackles for a loss, nine sacks, 23 hurries, one pass deflection and one blocked field goal. He also had 152 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 10 carries. Warmate was named the District 3-5A D1 Defensive Player of the Year.

LINEBACKERS

Jonathan Cunningham, Senior, North Crowley

Cunningham, a three-star Texas signee and the Star-Telegram Preseason Player of the Year, was a machine for North Crowley, earning First Team All-District honors. He tallied 106 solo tackles, 26 assists, 28 tackles for a loss, eight sacks, five pass breakups, 13 QB pressures and two forced fumbles.

North Crowley linebacker Jonathan Cunningham (14) breaks up a pass intended for Prosper tight end Jack Clifford (17) in the second half of a UIL Class 6A Division 1 football regional-round playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2023.
North Crowley linebacker Jonathan Cunningham (14) breaks up a pass intended for Prosper tight end Jack Clifford (17) in the second half of a UIL Class 6A Division 1 football regional-round playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2023. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

CJ Witten, Senior, Argyle Liberty Christian

CJ Witten, the son of Liberty Christian coach and Cowboys legends Jason Witten, was a tackle machine for the Warriors. He had 82 solo tackles and 30 assists to lead Liberty Christian to a TAPPS D1 state title. Witten had 15 tackles for loss, four sacks, 15 hurries, an interception, three passes defended, two fumble recoveries and a blocked field goal. He is a First Team All-State selection and also his district defensive player of the year.

Braylon Williams, Sophomore, Arlington Lamar

Williams was an underclassman standout for the Vikings, earning District 8-6A Defensive Player of the Year honors. He quickly got to the ball and had 93 solo tackles, 49 assists, 17 tackles for a loss, four sacks, 10 QB pressures, two pass breakups, one interception and one blocked punt. Williams has offers from Baylor, Colorado, Ohio State, SMU, Texas, Texas Tech and more.

Jeremiah Brinson, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Brinson, a unanimous District 8-6A First Team selection and a West Texas A&M commit, recorded 134 tackles, eight tackles for a loss, three sacks, seven hurries, five pass breakups and two forced fumbles to lead the Volunteers’ stout defense. Bowie won an undefeated district title.

DEFENSIVE BACKS

Draden Fullbright, Senior, North Crowley

Fullbright, a District 3-6A First Team selection, is an Oklahoma State signee. He helped lead the Panthers to a state championship, tallying 30 solo tackles, 10 assists, two tackles for a loss, 11 pass breakups, four interceptions and one forced fumble.

North Crowley defensive back Draden Fullbright (4) celebrates after the defense recovered a fumble in the first half of the Class 6A Division I state semifinal game at Eagle Stadium in Allen on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024.
North Crowley defensive back Draden Fullbright (4) celebrates after the defense recovered a fumble in the first half of the Class 6A Division I state semifinal game at Eagle Stadium in Allen on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Chris Torres ctorres@star-telegram.com

Colt Matlock, Junior, Brock

Matlock was a versatile force for the Eagles. As a defensive back, he had 36 tackles and six interceptions. As a receiver, Matlock had 800 yards and 18 touchdowns. He was named the District 3-4A Division II Utility Player of the Year.

Brock’s Colt Matlock (7) looks for room to run behind the block of Beckham Friesen (61) against Graham on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 at Newton Field in Graham, Texas.
Brock’s Colt Matlock (7) looks for room to run behind the block of Beckham Friesen (61) against Graham on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 at Newton Field in Graham, Texas. Tommy Hays

Cooper Witten, Sophomore, Argyle Liberty Christian

Cooper Witten, a four-star safety with offers from Baylor, SMU, TCU, Tennessee, Texas A&M and more, tallied five interceptions in nine games played. He also played offense, tallying 263 yards and seven TDs as a receiver. Witten had 45 total tackles, one sack, one fumble recovery, one forced fumble, eight passes defended and one blocked punt.

Chris Brewer, Senior, Saginaw

Brewer shut down the opposition, allowing zero scores in 12 games. He made 46 tackles, 30 of which were solo. He had one tackle for a loss, five interceptions, 12 pass breakups, a fumble recovery and two defensive touchdowns.

UTILITY

Lance Sansom, Senior WR/DB, Alvarado

Sansom played a monumental role in Alvarado’s historic 13-1 season, thriving on both sides of the ball. He tallied 1,219 yards and 18 touchdowns as a receiver, as well as 118 rushing yards and a score. As a DB, he had four interceptions, four fumble recovers and 18 pass breakups. Sansom powered the Indians to an undefeated district title and was named the District Utility Player of the Year.

Panther Creek defensive back Seth Jackson (3) brings Alvarado wide receiver Lance Sansom (15) down just shy of the goal line during a UIL 4A D1 Area round football playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco Texas, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.
Panther Creek defensive back Seth Jackson (3) brings Alvarado wide receiver Lance Sansom (15) down just shy of the goal line during a UIL 4A D1 Area round football playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco Texas, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

SECOND TEAM OFFENSE

QUARTERBACKS

Gavin Parkhurst, Senior, Fort Worth All Saints

Parkhurst, a Texas State signee, transferred to All Saints before his senior year and made quite the impact, leading the Saints to a TAPPS Division II state championship. He passed for 3,341 yards and 47 touchdowns with eight interceptions. He also rushed for 897 yards and 13 scores on 101 carries.

All Saints quarterback Gavin Parkhurst (3) takes the snap during a TAPPS football game at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024.
All Saints quarterback Gavin Parkhurst (3) takes the snap during a TAPPS football game at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Canyon Evans, Senior, Glen Rose

Evans thrived for the Glen Rose Tigers, leading one of the best Class 4A offenses around. In just 12 games, he tallied 4,063 yards and 49 touchdowns with five interceptions, completing 271 of 400 (68%) passes. Evans was named the District 4-4A Division II Most Valuable Player.

Glen Rose quarterback Canyon Evans tosses a completion downfield during a UIL 4A D2 Region 1 Bi-district football playoff game at Kangaroo Stadium in Weatherford, Texas, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
Glen Rose quarterback Canyon Evans tosses a completion downfield during a UIL 4A D2 Region 1 Bi-district football playoff game at Kangaroo Stadium in Weatherford, Texas, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

RUNNINGBACKS

Vudrico Roberson, Junior, Haltom

Roberson had a monster junior season, rushing for 1,683 yards and 17 touchdowns. He was a unanimous First Team All-District 8-6A selection. Roberson set a school record with 394 yards vs. Arlington Martin.

Haltom running back Vudrico Roberson (5) carries around the right side of the line during a District 8-6A football game at Birdville Fine Arts/Activity Complex in North Richland Hills, Texas, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024.
Haltom running back Vudrico Roberson (5) carries around the right side of the line during a District 8-6A football game at Birdville Fine Arts/Activity Complex in North Richland Hills, Texas, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Raycine Guillory, Senior, Aledo

Guillory started the season coming off an injury but still made the most of his senior season. Guillory, a Utah signee, tallied 1,323 yards and 25 touchdowns on 174 carries. He was named the District 3-5A Division I Most Valuable Player.

Aledo running back Raycine Guillory Jr. runs down the sideline on his 76-yard touchdown run against Abilene in the Friday, Nov. 22 playoff game at Newsom Stadium in Mansfield. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin
Aledo running back Raycine Guillory Jr. runs down the sideline on his 76-yard touchdown run against Abilene in the Friday, Nov. 22 playoff game at Newsom Stadium in Mansfield. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin

WIDE RECEIVERS

Xavier Johnson, Senior, Richland

Johnson, a four-star Memphis signee, was Kates’ main target and had one of the best receiving seasons in Texas, tallying 1,349 yards and 15 touchdowns on only 58 receptions. He averaged 23.2 yards per catch en route to First Team All-District honors.

Richland receiver Xavier Johnson runs around Ryan’s Byran Simmons in Saturday’s regional semifinal game at the Ford Center in Frisco. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin
Richland receiver Xavier Johnson runs around Ryan’s Byran Simmons in Saturday’s regional semifinal game at the Ford Center in Frisco. Special to the Star-Telegram / Tom Marvin Tom Marvin

Qumonte Williams, Senior, Fort Worth All Saints

Williams, a three-star Boise State signee, helped power the Saints to a TAPPS Division II state championship, recording 1,236 yards and 24 touchdowns 64 receptions.

All Saints wide receiver Qumonte Williams (8) gains yards up the middle at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024.
All Saints wide receiver Qumonte Williams (8) gains yards up the middle at All Saints High School’s McNair Stadium in Fort Worth Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Dilon Tallie, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Tallie, a Bowling Green signee and a unanimous District 8-6A selection, was a key threat within a stellar Volunteer squad that won an undefeated district title. He gained 1,122 yards on 64 catches and had 15 TDs.

Bowie Volunteer wide receiver Dilon Tallie (8) runs down the field during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024
Bowie Volunteer wide receiver Dilon Tallie (8) runs down the field during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 Ronaldo Bolaños Special to the Star-Telegram

TIGHT END

Zion Shelley, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Shelley was a versatile two way player for Bowie. As a tight end, he had 39 catches for 476 yards and three touchdowns. He also had 22 tackles on defense. Shelley has offers from Hardin Simmons, ETBU, Lyon and Millsaps.

OFFENSIVE LINE

Ian Mayes, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Mayes, a unanimous First Team All-District selection and Tulsa signee, allowed just one sack. He had a terrific 96% grade, paving the way for Bowers, a star RB who tallied 2,100 yards. He is a three-star prospect with a 6-foot-3, 270-pound frame.

Kilian Registe, Senior, Keller

Registe, a three-star TCU signee, was a unanimous selection to the District 4-6A First Team. He has a 6-foot-6, 300-pound frame.

Ty Haywood, Senior, Denton Ryan

Haywood, a five-star Alabama commit with a 6-foot-5, 285-pound frame, is currently unsigned, and many high-profile schools are in pursuit. He posted an 81% grade and had 77 knockdowns for the Raiders.

Denton Ryan offensive lineman Ty Haywood (70) blocks Timberview linebacker Caden Bates (1) during a UIL football game at C.H. Collins Activity Complex in Denton, Texas, Thursday, Sept. 05, 2024.
Denton Ryan offensive lineman Ty Haywood (70) blocks Timberview linebacker Caden Bates (1) during a UIL football game at C.H. Collins Activity Complex in Denton, Texas, Thursday, Sept. 05, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Trent Wilson, Senior, Southlake Carroll

Wilson, a three-star James Madison signee, was a senior leader for the Dragons in a 15-1 season. He posted a 94% grade and 89 knockdowns, both team highs. Wilson is 6-foot-3, 265 pounds.

Adam Mueller, Senior, Brock

Mueller, the District 3-4A Division II Lineman of the Year, helped power Brock to a 13-win season.

ATHLETE

Larry “Tre” Nichols, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Nichols, the District 8-6A Offensive MVP, passed for 2,109 yards and 23 TDs with four interceptions, completing 67% of passes. He had a season QB rating of 118.7. Nichols, an Ouchita Baptist commit, also rushed for 623 yards and 10 touchdowns, averaging 9.2 yards per carry.

Bowie Volunteer quarterback Larry Nichols (7) runs towards the end zone during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024
Bowie Volunteer quarterback Larry Nichols (7) runs towards the end zone during a UIL football game against Martin High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 Ronaldo Bolaños Special to the Star-Telegram

Kicker

Gavin Strange, Junior, Southlake Carroll

Strange was a versatile force for Carroll, one of Texas football’s best-scoring teams. He was named a District 4-6A First Team safety and kicker, which is a rarity. He had 26 solo tackles, eight assists, one interception and two pass breakups. As a kicker, he made eight of 11 field goals with 75 of 77 extra points. Strange, who has an offer from Columbia, had a long of 45 yards and also had a game-winning 36-field FG to send the Dragons to the state championship.

On his second attempt Southlake Carroll kicker Gavin Strange (25) puts it through the uprights with three seconds remaining to defeat Longview during the UIL 6A D2 Semifinals football game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in University Park, Texas, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024.
On his second attempt Southlake Carroll kicker Gavin Strange (25) puts it through the uprights with three seconds remaining to defeat Longview during the UIL 6A D2 Semifinals football game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in University Park, Texas, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

PUNTER

Ryan Zuckert, Senior, Colleyville Heritage

Zuckert was a First Team All-District kicker and punter for Colleyville Heritage. He had 55 kickoffs for 3,412 yards with a 62 yard average for 77 long and 39 touchbacks. He had 37 punts for 1,500 yards with a 40.5 average and 72 long. Zuckert placed 14 punts inside the 20. He was 21/22 on PATs and seven of nine on field goals with a 46-yard long.

UTILITY

Jacobe Hayes, Senior WR/DB, Mansfield

Hayes, the District 3-6A Utility Player of the Year, tallied 770 yards and 14 touchdowns on 38 catches for Mansfield, averaging 20.26 yards per reception. He blocked a kick, had a punt return for a TD, a kickoff return for a TD and three pass breakups. He is a three-star TCU commit.

Mansfield wide receiver Jacobe Hayes (0) high steps across the goal line for the Tigers second touchdown during a UIL football game at Vernon Newsom Stadium in Mansfield Texas, Thursday, Oct. 03, 2024.
Mansfield wide receiver Jacobe Hayes (0) high steps across the goal line for the Tigers second touchdown during a UIL football game at Vernon Newsom Stadium in Mansfield Texas, Thursday, Oct. 03, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

SECOND TEAM DEFENSE

DEFENSIVE LINE

Dilan Battle, Senior, Mansfield Timberview

Battle, the District 3-5A Division Two Defensive Lineman of the Year, is a three-star LSU signee with a 6-foot-2, 315 frame.

Timberview defensive lineman Dilan Battle (99) takes it four yards for the six in the second half of a UIL football game at Vernon Newsom Stadium in Mansfield, Texas, Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023.
Timberview defensive lineman Dilan Battle (99) takes it four yards for the six in the second half of a UIL football game at Vernon Newsom Stadium in Mansfield, Texas, Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Carter James, Sophomore, Arlington Heights

James is one of the best class of 2027 defensive linemen in Texas, and his stats make it evident. He had 67 total tackles and 12 sacks in 11 games.

Mansfield Summit defensive lineman Travis Buhake was a menace against Everman in the Jaguars 21-0 win over the Bulldogs on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 at Newsom Stadium in Mansfield, Texas. Buhake and the Summit defense allowed 58 yards of total offense.
Mansfield Summit defensive lineman Travis Buhake was a menace against Everman in the Jaguars 21-0 win over the Bulldogs on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 at Newsom Stadium in Mansfield, Texas. Buhake and the Summit defense allowed 58 yards of total offense. Courtesy

Jesse Ford, Junior, Arlington Martin

Ford, with a 6-foot-4, 235-pound frame, is quick to get to the quarterback. He tallied 7.5 sacks and 49 total tackles. Ford has offers from some of the best in the country, including Kansas State, Texas Tech, Texas, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, TCU, SMU, and more. He was a unanimous District 8-6A First Team selection.

Martin Warrior defensive lineman Jesse Ford (9) runs down the field with the American Flag prior to a UIL football game against Bowie High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024
Martin Warrior defensive lineman Jesse Ford (9) runs down the field with the American Flag prior to a UIL football game against Bowie High School at Cravens Field in Arlington, Texas on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 Ronaldo Bolaños Special to the Star-Telegram

Okello Okello, Senior, Arlington Bowie

Okello, a unanimous District 8-6A selection, had 51 total tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, five sacks, 14 QB hurries, one pass breakup, two fumble recovers, and a score for the Volunteers. He has a 6-foot, 235-pound frame and has offers from Cornell, Mississippi Valley, and CSU-Pueblo.

LINEBACKERS

Asa Parenteau, Senior, Brock

Parenteau made plenty of plays for Brock, recording 194 tackles, 30 TFL, and six sacks en route to First-Team All-District honors. He was a standout within an Eagle defense that helped power the team to the state semifinals in the school’s first Class 4A season.

Xander Walker, Senior, Mansfield Legacy

Walker, a unanimous First Team All-District selection and West Point signee, made 121 tackles (77 solo). He also had two interceptions as a clear standout within the Bronco defense.

DJ Clampitt, Junior, Alvarado

Clampitt was a defensive star for the Indians, tallying 138 tackles, 22 TFL, 14 sacks, 13 hurries, four forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries.

Alvarado athlete D.J. Clampitt (8) recovers an onside kick during a UIL 4A D1 Area round football playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco Texas, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024.
Alvarado athlete D.J. Clampitt (8) recovers an onside kick during a UIL 4A D1 Area round football playoff game at The Ford Center in Frisco Texas, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Roddrick Roberts, Senior, Richland

Roberts has been a consistent playmaker for the Royals. He ended his high school career with 139 Tackles, 18 TFL, 5.5 sacks and one interception. Roberts earned All-District First Team honors three years in a row.

DEFENSIVE BACKS

Kevin Baines, Junior, Arlington Bowie

Baines, a unanimous First Team safety, made 75 tackles and had two tackles for a loss. He locked up the opposition with 12 pass breakups, one interception and a fumble recovery.

Bryson Burgess, Senior, Colleyville Heritage

Burgess, a First Team District 3-5A Division II safety, had 76 total tackles for the Panthers (26 Solo 50 Assist). He had four tackles for a loss, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, four interceptions and six pass breaks up.

Colleyville Heritage’s Bryson Burgess looks for running room during a UIL football game at Mustang-Panther Stadium on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024.
Colleyville Heritage’s Bryson Burgess looks for running room during a UIL football game at Mustang-Panther Stadium on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. John Rowland (Special to the Star-Telegram)

Elijah Wilkerson, Senior, Keller Timber Creek

Wilkerson, a District 4-6A First Team selection, had 42 Tackles, three, TFLs, one Forced Fumble, three interceptions and four passes broken up. He was a standout performer within the Falcon defense.

Trustin Holland, Junior, Fort Worth North Side

Holland played both sides for the ball for the Steers, leading the way as a starting quarterback and safety. As a defender, he had four interceptions, one pick-six, eight pass breakups, one forced fumble and 20 tackles en route to First Team District 4-5A D1 honors.

UTILITY

Leo Almanza, Senior DB/WR, Byron Nelson

Almanza, a three-star Baylor signee and the District 4-6A Utility Player of the Year, entered the season with high expectations and lots of responsibility at Byron Nelson. He tallied 737 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, and he was also a contributor on defense with 25 tackles, two fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.

Trophy Club Byron Nelson wide receiver Leo Almanza (11) puts up yards after the catch against North Crowley during a UIL Class 6A D1 Bi-district playoff football game at Crowley ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024.
Trophy Club Byron Nelson wide receiver Leo Almanza (11) puts up yards after the catch against North Crowley during a UIL Class 6A D1 Bi-district playoff football game at Crowley ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Honorable Mentions

Quinn Murphy, Junior QB, Argyle Liberty Christian

Caleb Williams, Senior QB, Crowley

Jorvorskie Lane Jr., Junior QB, Fort Worth Wyatt

Maguire Gasperson, Junior QB, Argyle

Jed Ross, Senior QB, Decatur

Roman Morales, Senior QB, Saginaw

TJ Tupou, Senior QB, Euless Trinity

Jashaun Thomas, Senior QB, Paschal

Gavin Beard, Junior QB, Aledo

Keenan Jackson, Senior RB, Haltom

Brady Gordon, Senior RB, FW Benbrook

JT Harris, Junior RB, Euless Trinity

Teddy Clark, Senior RB, Mansfield

Peyton Brown, Senior RB, Tolar

Watson Bell, Junior RB, Argyle

Davis Penn, Junior RB, Southlake Carroll

Carson James, Sophomore RB, Arlington Heights

Daniel Bray, Senior RB, North Crowley

Hagen Hughes, Senior RB, Azle

Michael Turner, Senior RB, Richland

Kiante Ingram, Sophomore RB, North Crowley

Parker Almanza, Junior TE/WR, Byron Nelson

Antayvious Ellis, Sophomore WR, Crowley

Kade Cross, Senior WR, FW Benbrook

Will Krzysiak, Senior WR, Argyle

Kevin Moore, Senior WR, North Crowley

Deon Jones, Senior WR, Richland

Will Adams, Senior WR, Keller

Xavier Lee, Senior WR, Keller Timber Creek

Damien Long, Senior WR, Burleson Centennial

Carterrious Brown, Senior WR, Arlington Seguin

Adrian Sanchez, Senior WR, Glen Rose

Brady Janusek, Senior WR, Liberty Christian

Quinton Brown, Senior WR, Liberty Christian

Brody Knowles, Sophomore WR, Southlake Carroll

Jaylon Hawkins, Senior WR, Liberty Christian

Brooks Briggance, Senior ATH, Arlington Martin

Omari Johnson, Senior ATH, Chisholm Trail

Saidi Wasidi, Senior ATH, Fort Worth Polytechnic

Josiah Groeneweg, Senior ATH, Glen Rose

Malachi Meche, Senior ATH, Arlington Seguin

Drake Owens, Senior TE/LB, Tolar

Braeden Mussett, Senior ATH, Denton Ryan

Tristan Dare, Sophomore OL, Southlake Carroll

Luke Wilson, Sophomore OL, Southlake Carroll

Payton Williams, Junior OL, Aledo

Ryan Campbell, Junior OL, Aledo

Andrew Pool, Senior OL, Mansfield

Ian Carter, Senior OL, North Crowley

John Delgado, Senior OL, North Crowley

Angel Padilla, Senior OL, Haltom

Caden Merrett, Senior OL, Decatur

James Snyder, Senior OL, Springtown

Weston Chaney, Senior OL, Argyle

Dilon Arkansas, Senior LB, Denton Ryan

Javion Jackson-Hollie, Senior LB, Lake Worth

Jacoven Julian, Senior LB, Byron Nelson

Logan Woolard, Junior LB, Alvarado

Amaj Mitchel, Junior LB, FW Wyatt

Jacoryn Johnson, Senior LB, FW Dunbar

Lane Hesteande, Senior LB, Decatur

Andrew Jurasek, Senior LB, Keller

Owen Henderson, Senior LB, Aledo

Ben McElree, Senior LB, Aledo

Malik McCoy, Senior LB, Saginaw

Lacorian Hodge, Senior LB, Arlington Seguin

Sean Larry, Senior LB, Mansfield Timberview

Hudson Butchee, Junior LB, Stephenville

Antwan Bridges, Senior DB, Timber Creek

Brandon Ford, Junior DB, Crowley

Kutter Stone, Senior DB, Stephenville

Ethan Fisher, Senior DB, Southlake Carroll

Chase Thompson, Senior DB, Springtown

Hayden West, Junior DB, Colleyville Heritage

Darien Fantroy, Senior DB, FW North Side

Elijajuan Houston, Sophomore DB, North Crowley

Jacob Chism, Senior DB, Paradise

Willaim Chen, Junior DB, Southlake Carroll

Maliek Bracy, Junior DB, Argyle

Adrian Fuller, Senior DB, Aledo

Deyon Mays, Senior DB, Arlington

Garrett Westrom, Senior DB, Argyle

Jack Long, Senior DL, Burleson Centennial

Keygan Hachtel, Senior DL, Decatur

Austin Davidge, Senior DL, Southlake Carroll

Elijah Lash, Junior DL, Haslet Eaton

Isaac Bukasa, Junior DL, Saginaw

Cooper Cyphers, Junior DL, Aledo

Canyon James, Junior DL, Arlington Heights

CJ Spellmeier, Junior DL, Stephenville

Keltyn Raymond, Senior DL, Glen Rose

Xavier Coleman, Senior DL, North Crowley

Travis Buhake, Senior DL, Mansfield Summit

Joshua Wedemeyer, Junior K, Paschal

Cade Whitehead, Senior K, Stephenville

Sutton Figley, Senior K, FW All Saints

This story was originally published January 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM.

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Charles Baggarly
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Charles Baggarly is a high school sports editor and reporter for the Fort Worth Star Telegram. He graduated from TCU in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and served as TCU 360’s sports editor. Connect with Charles on Twitter or via email.
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