State 7-on-7 Explained: What It Is, How It Works and Why It Matters
The 2026 Texas 7-on-7 State Tournament kicks off Thursday in College Station. Dave Campbell's Texas Football editor-in-chief Greg Tepper explains why it matters.
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- Height:6'3
- Weight:250 LBS
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Arizona State Sun Devils (offered)
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California Golden Bears (offered)
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Texas State Bobcats (offered)
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UTEP Miners (offered)
Jaivion Martin
DCTF Star Rating
Tight End
Willis Wildkats, Class of 2026
Status: Committed, Signed LOI
- State Rank:#56
- Position Rank:#1
Martin had 51 catches for 804 yards and 11 touchdowns to earn first-team all-district honors.
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