Long Live The King
John King has coached for nearly 30 years in Longview. But he didn't know how much he meant to this community until their bond was tested by cancer.
Measurements
- Height:5'11
- Weight:200 LBS
Links & Media
Schools of Interest
Georgia Bulldogs (offered)
Michigan Wolverines (offered)
Ohio State Buckeyes (offered)
Oklahoma Sooners (offered)
Texas A&M Aggies (offered)
Texas Longhorns (offered)
USC Trojans (offered)
Taylor Tatum
DCTF Star Rating
Running Back
Longview Lobos, Class of 2024
Status: Committed, Signed LOI
- State Rank:#11
- Position Rank:#1
Honors / Accolades
As a junior, Tatum rushed for 1,891 yards and 33 touchdowns, earning 7-5A Division I Offensive MVP honors.
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