2023 UIL State: Friday's Must-See Prospects

Kaydon Finley

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4A Division I: Tyler Chapel Hill vs. Anna - 11:00 am

Tyler Chapel Hill

2025 RB Rickey Stewart (#4): The 5-foot-11, 190-pound DCTF four-star is already verbally committed to play college football at SMU. He can gash the middle of the defense with speed to burn. 

2025 ATH/QB Demetrius Brisbon (#3): The 6-foot-1, 175-pound DCTF fou-star is committed to SMU as an athlete and could play offense (wide receiver) or defense (defensive back) at the next level, but he is the star QB for the Bulldogs. 

The Chapel Hill team is loaded with several other notable recruits like UNLV OL commit Dyllan Drummond (#75), SFA ATH commit Jayvin Mayfield (#0), 2024 LB Da'Veon Ross (#9), 2024 SFA WR commit Cameron Kelley (#8), 2024 LB Da'Veon Ross (#9), 2025 DL Kendall Allen (#90), 2025 LB Trevor Brooks (#12), and 2025 OL KD Davis (#70)

Anna

2027 OL Peyton Miller (#54): The 6-foot-3, 275-pound left tackle was recently named to the DCTF Rising Top 25. He has played beyond his years this season, earning offers from Baylor, Texas State and Nebraska. 

2024 WR Jacob Emmers (11): The 5-foot-11, 185-pounder has been making unbelievable plays during the Coyotes' run, including a last-second game-winner versus Frisco Panther Creek. 

2026 QB/ATH Ziondre Williams (#1): The 6-foot-0, 170-pounder has been a dependable passer, showing a lot of poise for a young leader. Williams already has an offer from Texas State and interest from Baylor, TCU and Texas Tech. 

4A Division II: Gilmer vs. Bellville - 3:00 pm

Gilmer

2025 RB/ATH Will Henderson (#1): The 5-foot-10, 170-pounder is considered one of Texas' best-kept secrets, this slotback's extraordinary 10.28 100-meter speed is eye-popping. His versatility allows the offense to move him strategically, taking advantage of his speed in open space.

2026 QB/ATH Cadon Tennison (#11): The 5-foot-9, 175-pounder is the younger brother of UTSA QB Brandon Tennison. Cadon is an electric runner who keeps defenders on their toes with his dual-threat ability. Tennison already has offers from UTSA and SMU. 

Bellville

2025 DT DJ Sanders (#99): Big, strong, athletic are all good descriptive words for this giant 6-foot-3, 290-pound defender. Sanders showed dominance with a strip sack and 27-yard TD return in a semifinal win over Wimberley. He already boasts 19 offers, including Baylor, Texas, Texas A&M and Alabama, and is the mix for Top 10 status in TXHSFB's class of 2025. 

2025 RB/DB DD Murray (#5): This 5-foot-9, 190-pounder brings it on both sides of the ball. He is the Brahmas' home-run hitter on the offensive side of the football, with an ability to get to the edge and cash in big runs and the power to run through tackles. On defense, he can make game-changing plays in the secondary. 

2026 OL Jakorey Lewis (#66): The 6-foot-1, 250-pounder plays bigger than his listed measurables because he has a long wingspan and is very athletic. Wherever he lines up, Bellville likes to run that way. Lewis is a young OL with a high developmental upside. 

2026 S/OLB Adarius Hutchinson (#7): This 6-foot-0, 170-pound hybrid safety caught my eye in a big win over Jasper in the regional finals. He closes on the football in a flash and has a penchant for making big hits.   

5A Division II: Aledo vs. Smithson Valley - 7:00 pm

Aledo

2024 QB Hauss Hejny (#8): The 5-foot-11, 185-pound dual-threat checks in as the No. 2 QB in the state and is rated as a four-star prospect. The TCU commit has a strong arm, can make all of the throws, and is extremely fun to watch when he decides to pull the ball down and run. He won Offensive MVP honors in last year's state title win, so he could make it back-to-back with a strong performance. 

2024 LB Davhon Keys (#3): The 6-foot-0, 205-pound LSU commit is rated as a DCTF four-star prospect, checking in at No. 48 in the state overall. He is extremely athletic and quickly gets to the QB when he blitzes. He will provide meaningful running back snaps on offense, especially in the red zone. 

2024 CB Jaden Allen (#2): The 5-foot-10, 150-pound Arkansas commit brings an abundance of varsity experience to the table. Teams rarely try to test him, but when they do, he makes plays. 

2024 CB Chris Johnson Jr. (#6): The 6-foot-1, 175-pound Arizona State commit helps form one of the most formidable CB duos in the state. His father played at Louisville before heading to the NFL. 

2026 WR Kaydon Finley (#18): The 6-foot-1, 185-pounder is a big-bodied target in the passing game with early offers from Baylor, TCU, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma State and Penn State. He is the son of former Texas Longhorns TE Jermichael Finley.

2026 RB Raycine Guillory (#9): The 5-foot-10, 180-pounder is one of the top recruits in the state regardless of class, and he already boasts 15+ offers. He missed the semifinals with an injury, so his status is questionable2024 RB/ATH Hawk Patrick Daniels (#1) is an explosive playmaker who will take over as the lead back in Guillory's absence with clear-cut D1 skills. 

2025 DL Carson Dempsey (#35) is a game-wrecker on the Aledo defensive front. We project him as a D1 player, and that's probably consistent with everyone who watches him, though. 2024 OL Devron "DJ" Williams (#77) is committed to Louisiana. 2024 S Jake Gillespie (#4) is a 5-foot-10, 185-pounder committed to SFA. He is the son of Joe Gillespie. 

Smithson Valley

2024 WR Freddie Dubose (#2): The 6-foot-1, 170-pounder Dubsose excellent body control and confidently secures contested catches. Boasts a 22.28-second 200-meter speed with agility on non-linear routes. Texas 6A state triple jump qualifier (45-8.75). Dubose is committed to the Texas Longhorns. 

2024 DE Jaxson Maynard (#25): The 6-foot-2, 215-pounder is a consistent force on the defensive side of the ball. Texas A&M Commerce has extended an offer. 

2026 DE Hudson Woods (#92), a 6-foot-3, 210-pound defensive end is a name to know with double-digit sacks and camped at Texas A&M. 2024 OL William Mack (#74) is committed to Army. 2024 LB Nicholas Dudzikowski (#27) and 2024 OL Gavin Garcia (#67) have opportunities to play at the next level.

 

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