Lone Star Prime Time Players 9-29-23

District play is off to a strong start across the state of Texas. We are going to look at some prospects that had impressive performances on Friday night. The playoffs are approaching, and the level of play continues to rise…

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Keith Guidry-Athlete-Arlington Heights-2024

The Arlington Heights prospect opened plenty of eyes with a strong performance in all three phases of the game. Guidry accounted for 3 touchdowns on the night as a returner, wide receiver, and a defensive back. Each touchdown was of the explosive variety of 60-plus yards. He is having a strong senior season and is a prospect to watch out for this season.

DJ Lagway DJ Lagway 6'3" | 215 lbs | QB Willis | 2024 State TX -Quarterback-Willis-2024

DJ Lagway DJ Lagway 6'3" | 215 lbs | QB Willis | 2024 State TX is having a tremendous 2023 football season. He has terrorized opposing defensive secondaries with his accuracy and strong arm. On Friday night, Lagway threw 7 touchdown passes. All of the passes came in the first half. Willis is off to a great start this season and are a team that could make some noise come playoff. Lagway is a quarterback that can hurt you with his arm or his legs and is a prospect to watch out for as the season progresses.

Bryan Jackson Bryan Jackson 6'0" | 225 lbs | RB McKinney | 2024 State TX -Running Back-McKinney-2024

Bryan Jackson Bryan Jackson 6'0" | 225 lbs | RB McKinney | 2024 State TX is a USC prospect that has no trouble carrying the ball between the tackles. Jackson has the speed to cut it to the outside and can make people miss with no problem at all. On Friday, Jackson returned from injury and had an impressive night in the process. Jackson racked up 113 yards on the ground and found the end zone 3 times on the night. Jackson looks to be healthy and ready to rack up the yardage throughout the rest of the season.

Jalen Mickens Jalen Mickens 5'10" | 185 lbs | WR Willis | 2025 State TX -Wide Receiver-Willis-2025

The Willis wide receiver has torched opposing secondaries over the past few weeks. Jalen Mickens Jalen Mickens 5'10" | 185 lbs | WR Willis | 2025 State TX ‘ athleticism causes plenty of problems for opposing defenses. He uses his athleticism to create separation from opposing defenders. He put that talent on display several times on Friday night. The Willis wide receiver found the end zone and, in the process, continues to open eyes every Friday night.

Michael Hawkins Michael Hawkins 6'2" | 195 lbs | QB Frisco Emerson | 2024 State TX -Quarterback-Frisco Emerson-2024

Michael Hawkins Michael Hawkins 6'2" | 195 lbs | QB Frisco Emerson | 2024 State TX has the talent to pick opposing defenses apart with the passing game. On Friday, Hawkins put that talent on display. The Frisco Emerson signal caller threw 5 touchdown passes against Creekview. Hawkins does a great job of extending the play and buying time in the pocket. He is having an impressive season and I look for that trend to continue over the next few weeks.