QB: Jett Duffey, Texas Tech (Mansfield Lake Ridge)
Duffey, who came into the year as a third-string quarterback, starred in Texas Tech’s win over Oklahoma State. He looked more comfortable in the pocket and dealing with pressure than last season, and finished with 424 pass yards and all of Texas Tech’s five total touchdowns in a 45-35 win over a ranked opponent.
RB: Sincere McCormick, UTSA (Cibolo Steele)
We’ve been waiting anxiously for someone – anyone – to step up on UTSA’s offense, especially with Frank Harris out for a while. The San Antonio kid McCormick had his breakout moment against UTEP, rushing for 189 yards and a touchdown on just 22 carries. McCormick has been solid on year, but Saturday proved he can be a centerpiece.
WR: James Proche, SMU (DeSoto)
Is it safe to officially name Proche the best receiver in Texas? He held a masterclass with 11 catches for 153 yards and two touchdowns against Tulsa. The biggest of his career came in triple-overtime, as Proche managed to miraculously get a single toe inbounds to win the game in walkoff fashion.
OL: Texas Tech
The Red Raiders have been shuffling offensive linemen all season because of injury and inexperience. On Saturday, it was revealed that top guard Jack Anderson will miss the rest of the year. But in a big spot, Texas Tech managed to hold Oklahoma State to just one sack, and clear the way for 162 rushing yards.
UT: Roschon Johnson, Texas (Port Neches-Groves)
Johnson was brought to Texas as a quarterback, but it’s quickly becoming clear that it doesn’t matter in the slightest what position he plays. With virtually every other running back hurt, Johnson stepped in and ran for 121 yards to keep the ball moving against West Virginia. The Longhorns desperately needed to keep the chains moving against WVU, and Johnson made it happen.
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