2025 Preseason All State 3rd Team

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Get 25% Off Your Subscription By Entering Knight25 In The Coupon Code Area. Enjoy!</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 football season is right around the corner. Over the next couple days, we're going to put the spotlight on the very best players in the state of Oklahoma as we head into this season. Finishing up today with our official 2025 Preseason All State 3rd Team. In case you missed it, we already released our&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/08/2025-preseason-all-state-1st-team/">1st Team Selections</a></strong> and our <strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/08/2025-preseason-all-state-2nd-team/">2nd Team Selections</a></strong>. These players have more than earned their way on this list in one way or another. Now, of course the ultimate goal is to be on this list at the end of the season but this is a great opportunity to look at the names you need to know about before the season kicks off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>OFFENSE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>QB - [player_tooltip player_id='473754' first='Cruz' last='Campbell'] - Senior - Tuttle<br></strong>Tuttle senior quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='473754' first='Cruz' last='Campbell'] is going into his second year as Tuttle's QB1 but his fourth year as a starter in general. Campbell's jump as a quarterback in 2024 has been well documented on here. We're fired up to see what he does for an encore. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RB - [player_tooltip player_id='1084102' first='Justin' last='Palacios'] - Junior - Hooker<br></strong>Hooker junior running back [player_tooltip player_id='1084102' first='Justin' last='Palacios'] has been among the most productive running backs in the state in each of his first two seasons. He will have a chance to be near the top of the charts for the state's all time rushing lists by the end of his career. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RB - [player_tooltip player_id='1018641' first='Scott' last='Rigby'] - Senior - Collinsville<br></strong>Collinsiville senior running back [player_tooltip player_id='1018641' first='Scott' last='Rigby'] was a player last year that felt like he would show up and get 150 yards and three touchdowns before you could blink. Injuries slowed down a very impressive junior season. Now, he's healthy and looking to run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='382955' first='Brady' last='Scott'] - Senior - Muskogee<br></strong>Muskogee senior [player_tooltip player_id='382955' first='Brady' last='Scott'] definitely earned his way onto this breakdown with his production in all three phases of the game last season. Scott was a major playmaker for Hilldale last season and he's now at Muskogee, looking to produce against 6A-2 competititon. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='492378' first='Deakon' last='Jones'] - Junior - Stillwater<br></strong>Stillwater junior wide receiver [player_tooltip player_id='492378' first='Deakon' last='Jones'] has been a dude to watch since his freshman season. He broke out and was incredibly productive last year and is now becoming a much more complete playmaker. This could be a huge season for him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WR - [player_tooltip player_id='1045555' first='Joshua' last='Rushing'] - Senior - Lawton MacArthur<br></strong>Lawton MacArthur senior [player_tooltip player_id='1045555' first='Joshua' last='Rushing'] is a terrific talent on both sides of the ball but there's no doubt that his future is on offense. He's a big target that has been incredibly productive for his entire career. This offseason, he announced his commitment to Tulsa. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='472322' first='Jude' last='Ballinger'] - Senior - NOAH<br></strong>NOAH senior [player_tooltip player_id='472322' first='Jude' last='Ballinger'] was a name that we heard about early on in his career. But there was a lot of raw potential there. After watching him a handful of times in the last 18 months, that potential has been realized and he's a terrific talent up front. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='858872' first='Julius' last='Stephens'] - Senior - Norman<br></strong>Norman senior [player_tooltip player_id='858872' first='Julius' last='Stephens'] is going to be a four-year starter for the Tigers this fall. Stephens has started against 6A-1 competition since his freshman season so that's enough to earn some accolades. Stephens committed to Stephen F Austin this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1612458' first='Kaden' last='Bramlage'] - Senior - Shawnee<br></strong>Shawnee senior offensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='1612458' first='Kaden' last='Bramlage'] is another D1 commit on here after committing to Lamar and he's part of that Shawnee offensive line that has multiple D1 commits. Bramlage absolutely exploded after a breakout junior season in 2024.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1304600' first='Kaden' last='Moody'] - Senior - Broken Arrow<br></strong>Broken Arrow senior offensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='1304600' first='Kaden' last='Moody'] is ready to finish his career off strong. The Tigers look like they have all the tools for a major breakout season and it starts up front on the offensive line. Moody committed to Kansas this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL - [player_tooltip player_id='1140727' first='Paxton' last='Pitchford'] - Junior - Stillwater<br></strong>Stillwater junior [player_tooltip player_id='1140727' first='Paxton' last='Pitchford'] is your prototypical interior offensive lineman. We've said it before but Stillwater has a chance to have the best OL group in the state this year. Pitchford sets the tone for the Pioneers from the center position but can play all over. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>DEFENSE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1171162' first='Cadriann' last='Olds'] - Junior - Edmond North<br></strong>Edmond North junior [player_tooltip player_id='1171162' first='Cadriann' last='Olds'] is a 2027 prospect that we're fired up to watch this season. We caught the Huskies in person back in the spring and their defensive front is very fun to watch. And it starts with Olds, causing a ton of havoc on the edge. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1355841' first='Kingston' last='Hall'] - Senior - Tahlequah<br></strong>Tahlequah senior [player_tooltip player_id='1355841' first='Kingston' last='Hall'] is a player that started emerging late last year as one of the top defensive prospects in the state's 2026 class. He's an absolute nightmare coming off the edge and he would ultimately give a commitment to Kansas State. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1035134' first='Rain' last='Ragland'] - Junior - Lincoln Christian<br></strong>Lincoln Christian junior defensive lineman [player_tooltip player_id='1035134' first='Rain' last='Ragland'] is going into his third season as a starter and he's been a nightmare for opponents since his freshman season. Last year, he was part of one of the best front sevens in the state and this year he's better.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DL - [player_tooltip player_id='1607343' first='Tripp' last='Alexander'] - Senior - Putnam City<br></strong>Putnam City senior defensive tackle [player_tooltip player_id='1607343' first='Tripp' last='Alexander'] is going to be a fun player to watch this season. Last year, he might have been overshadowed by a D1 signee up front but Alexander is coming into this season with a ton of confidence and ability to wreck shop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='858874' first='Destry' last='Lujan'] - Senior - Yukon<br></strong>Yukon senior linebacker [player_tooltip player_id='858874' first='Destry' last='Lujan'] has been a very productive defensive standout for the Millers over the last few seasons. This year, he'll be much more than that. He emerged last fall as a reliable option at running back. But defense is definitely his bread and butter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='1636070' first='Emory' last='Smittick'] - Senior - Sand Springs<br></strong>Sand Springs senior linebacker [player_tooltip player_id='1636070' first='Emory' last='Smittick'] has earned his way on this breakdown with his overall production and play. Throw on the tape or watch Smittick in person and you see one of the best linebackers in the state as he's always in the right place. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>LB - [player_tooltip player_id='1451368' first='Tucker' last='Koch'] - Senior - Union<br></strong>Union senior linebacker [player_tooltip player_id='1451368' first='Tucker' last='Koch'] is a heat-seeking missile and he enjoyed a breakout season last fall and there is no doubt that he's hungry for more. Koch is another senior prospect that should get some looks with another strong season in 2025. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='521089' first='Bryson' last='Brown'] - Junior - Broken Arrow<br></strong>Broken Arrow junior cornerback [player_tooltip player_id='521089' first='Bryson' last='Brown'] might have the most offers of any prospect in the state. It feels like he's averaged one or two offers a week since the start of the year. Brown moved over to Broken Arrow from Owasso this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='858871' first='Daijon' last='Gaines'] - Senior - Union<br></strong>Union defensive back [player_tooltip player_id='858871' first='Daijon' last='Gaines'] is counting down the days to the start of the season. He's hoping to have a healthy senior campaign after nagging injuries hurt him in 2024. Gaines could also see time on offense. He committed to Tulsa this offseason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='1829899' first='Gabriel' last='Osborne'] - Junior - Mustang<br></strong>Mustang junior [player_tooltip player_id='1829899' first='Gabriel' last='Osborne'] is one of several new additions to the Bronco roster this offseason and he is a lockdown corner that can also help Mustang in special teams. But the Broncos might end up having the best secondary in the state with the talent they have. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>DB - [player_tooltip player_id='1184832' first='Tyson' last='Hawkins'] - Junior - North Rock Creek<br></strong>North Rock Creek junior defensive back [player_tooltip player_id='1184832' first='Tyson' last='Hawkins'] enjoyed a breakout sophomore season in 2024. While most eyes were on his older brother, Hawkins was becoming one of the best ball hawks in Class 3A. He has the potential to do more this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>KICKER/ATHLETES</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>K - [player_tooltip player_id='1837134' first='Garrett' last='Ogg'] - Senior - Tuttle<br></strong>Tuttle senior kicker [player_tooltip player_id='1837134' first='Garrett' last='Ogg'] had one of the stronger legs in the state last season. He was 5-6 on field goals as he mostly kicked PATs after another Tuttle touchdown. But he was also an underrated weapon in the kickoff game, booting it into the end zone. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1067472' first='Fisher' last='Lai'] - Junior - Cascia Hall<br></strong>Cascia Hall junior [player_tooltip player_id='1067472' first='Fisher' last='Lai'] is the ultimate two-way weapon for the Commandos. Offensively, Lai could end up being the top target in one of the best passing offenses in Class 3A this season. Defensively, he is emerging as one of the best corners in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1176238' first='Israel' last='Hammons'] - Junior - Choctaw<br></strong>Choctaw junior [player_tooltip player_id='1176238' first='Israel' last='Hammons'] might be the most versatile player in the state and here's why. The Yellowjackets are comfortable with using him at all three levels of their defense, in different spots on offense and he's one of the top players in special teams. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1030447' first='Kailib' last='Dillard'] - Junior - Jenks<br></strong>Jenks junior [player_tooltip player_id='1030447' first='Kailib' last='Dillard'] started to emerge as one of the top defensive backs in the state's 2027 class. But now we have to consider him a major two-way threat. Dillard might end up being the best wide receiver for the Trojans when they take the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1035154' first='Kaleb' last='Blackwolf'] - Junior - Del City<br></strong>Del City junior [player_tooltip player_id='1035154' first='Kaleb' last='Blackwolf'] made the move to the Eagles last season and became a true threat in all three phases of the game. This year, he's going to be incredibly productive again on offense, defense and he might be the best punt returner in Class 5A.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='1400727' first='Shawn' last='Rounsaville Jr']. - Senior - Tuttle<br></strong>Tuttle senior [player_tooltip player_id='1400727' first='Shawn' last='Rounsaville Jr'] is another terrific two-way player and he combines as a running back and a linebacker. Rounsaville is going to be a fun player to watch this season after he was one of the more productive players in 4A football in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->