Sleepers to Watch for on Fridays
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Every Friday night, it is a pleasant surprise to see prospects that are considered sleepers to light up Friday nights. The state of Texas is loaded with talented prospects, and it has plenty of players that can surprise folks on…
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Continue ReadingEvery Friday night, it is a pleasant surprise to see prospects that are considered sleepers to light up Friday nights. The state of Texas is loaded with talented prospects, and it has plenty of players that can surprise folks on Fridays. Here are some players to watch out for as we get ready to kick off the football season.
Mabrey Mettauer Mabrey Mettauer 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB The Woodlands | 2024 State TX -Quarterback-The Woodlands-6’5” 225-Pounds-2024
Mettauer is a quarterback to watch out for this upcoming season. He is an accurate passer that can fit the football into some tight windows. Mettauer threw for over 2.600 yards and 32 touchdowns a season ago. Meanwhile, he rushed for over 600 yards last season. After a strong 2022 football season expectations are high for this talented signal caller out of the The Woodlands. He is a prospect to keep an eye on this season.
Michael Valenta Michael Valenta 6'3" | 270 lbs | DL Georgetown | 2024 State TX -Defensive Line-Georgetown-6’4” 270-Pounds-2024
Michael Valenta Michael Valenta 6'3" | 270 lbs | DL Georgetown | 2024 State TX is a versatile prospect that can play the edge rush or defensive tackle positions with impressive effectiveness. He does a great job of getting off of blocks and getting into the offensive backfield. Valenta racked up 58 tackles last season and he has the potential to produce even more on the defensive side of the ball. Valenta is a prospect to watch out for this upcoming season.
Luke Carter Luke Carter 6'2" | 175 lbs | QB Georgetown | 2026 TX -Tight End-Katy-6’4” 240-Pounds-2024
Luke Carter Luke Carter 6'2" | 175 lbs | QB Georgetown | 2026 TX can line up as a tight end and a wide receiver. He is physical enough to get open and he uses his athletic ability to create separation from opposing defenders. Carter opened plenty of eyes a season ago. The Katy tight end hauled in 5 touchdown receptions and in the process helped raise expectations for this season. Katy is always a talented football team, and this season should not be any different from a production standpoint.
Sincere Blakely Sincere Blakely 5'11" | 175 lbs | WR McKinney | 2024 State TX -Wide Receiver-McKinney-5’11” 177-Pounds-2024
The McKinney wide receiver has tremendous speed. Sincere Blakely Sincere Blakely 5'11" | 175 lbs | WR McKinney | 2024 State TX has the speed to stretch the field vertically. He uses his speed and route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. Blakely is a wide receiver that can make an impact on the game and turn a short gain into an explosive one in the blink of an eye. He has the potential to put together a big season this upcoming season.
Camden Patterson-Quarterback-Dallas Carter-5’10” 175-Pounds-2025
The defense is forced to account for the talented Dallas Carter quarterback in both the run and the pass. He does a good job of reading the defense and does an impressive job of running the zone-read. Patterson has good arm strength and can keep the defense honest with his throws. Patterson is a prospect to watch out for over the next few months. Dallas Carter has the potential to be a dangerous team this season.