Gerry Hamilton

I agree with you. Especially if a team that has a chance is looking at returning a third year starting QB... that's a very good plan by Ole Miss IMO

I'm very interested to see what Coach Surratt does after Jett graduates. Figure he will end with 10 or 11 State Titles as a HC. It would be college OC somewhere if he went down that path. He has turned down A LOT of opportunities already.

I agree with you Ryan. Two years of starting is ideal for him. I can see him moving up draft boards during last half of the season in 2024 for sure. One year starting - definitely an NFL draft pick Two years starting - Not ruling out first round

Yep. It's just a crazy # for a 16.5 year old

He’s definitely a grounded athlete to be as talented he is at a young age. Agree 100%

Ball is a very smooth mover with ball in hand for sure

Big fan of Ole Miss making a run to the 12 playoff this season.

Agreed. I think he’s going to be a pro after watching him on range and play nine yesterday… he looked an awful lot like the pros I used to watch when I lived in Jupiter I was actually wrong … his club head speed is reaching 131 now, and ball speed 192’ish He was carrying the ball well over 300 yesterday He’s got the mental part too

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https://www.si.com/nba/draft/newsfeed/high-school-spotlight-texas-commit-tre-johnson-link-academy

Hoops 5-star guard Tre Johnson and 4-star F Nic Codie will be in Austin Saturday for the Texas vs West Virginia game

Yes I am. Consume coffee 3-4 times a week too these days

I’ll do that next week … look at some of the positions

I do think it will come down to what he wants to do most assuming he has a solid season on the mound this spring and summer

It really is. The more I get out on the road … the more the depth in 2025 in the state, and 2026 prospects becoming real guys is evident

I do think it will come down to what he wants to do most assuming he has a solid season on the mound this spring and summer

Yep. And was observant during his brothers recruitment.

Lance Jackson Junior HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/v/2Mn4cW

Jackson topped out at 95 MPH in his inning of work Monday in Pleasant Grove's baseball scrimmage ... That was on the gun of a Pittsburgh Pirates scout.

Texas commitment Landon Jackson talks Longhorns and baseball Texarkana, Texas - OnTexasFootball 4-star Lance Jackson committed to Texas January 21 following a junior day visit. Jackson, 6-5 and 260, is not just one of the top football prospects in the state and country. He’s also expected to ascend to be one of top baseball prospects in Texas in the 2025 cycle. OnTexasFootball spent two hours at Pleasant Grove High Thursday, and had the opportunity to sit down and speak with Jackson about a number of topics. Lance Jackson Q & A Gerry Hamilton: What was it that led you to pick Texas? Lance Jackson: “I’ve always liked Austin, even when I went there during my brothers (Landon Jackson) recruitment. So that was a good reason. And I’ve known PK (Pete Kwiatkowski) since Landon was getting recruited. He’s a good dude, and I feel like he is real. He won’t be fake to you, so he’s probably one of the realist coaches.” Hamilton: What position did PK specifically tell you they were recruiting you to play? Jackson: “I don’t want to be wrong on that, but it’s the one that doesn’t drop as much.” Hamilton: What was it Coach Sarkisian and PK told you they like about your game? Jackson: “I’m big and athletic. I can play either side of the ball, and I can move well.” Hamilton: Do you prefer one side of the ball? Jackson: “It’s just whatever. If I got there and they told me to play tight end, I would be fine with it. It’s whatever they need me to do.” Hamilton: Is it UT, Austin and everything that appeals to you? Jackson: “Yes sir. I love everything about it. There is nothing I don’t like about it. Hamilton: Are you in touch with any of the guys committed to Texas? Jackson: “Yes sir. A lot of them follow me on instagram. K.J. Lacey.” Hamilton: What is next for you in football? Jackson: “I’m not so much focused on me right now. I mean, I have personal goals, but my main goal is to win a State Championship for my team. We are a young team this year and I haven’t won one yet, so it would be a cool thing to do. My personal goals aren’t really needed. But I want 15 sacks and over 700 yards receiving.” Hamilton: What are your goals this spring in baseball? Jackson: “Also with baseball, my goals are to win a State Championship because we are highly favored to do that this year. And then my personal goal, is to hit 97 and have good command.” Hamilton: Do you plan to graduate in December of 2024, or stay for baseball? Jackson: “I’m kind of still deciding. Depends on how the season goes this year, and summer ball. I want to graduate early. That’s kind of what’s on my mind right now, but that could change.” Hamilton: Have you talked to Coach Sarkisian about the baseball possibility in college? Jackson: “Yes. They told me they were totally fine with playing baseball at Texas if I want to. They said they would work it all out for me.” Hamilton: Have you had any interaction with the baseball staff at Texas? Jackson: “Not really as of yet. They follow me on social media and stuff, but we haven’t talked yet.” Hamilton: Guys like you can end up facing a tough decision between football and the MLB Draft possibilities. What are your early thoughts on that? Jackson: “I’m kind of just laying back on it right now because I was injured last year and didn’t get to play summer ball. That’s one of your most important years. After this summer, I will probably know more because I will get to play some of the bigger tournaments. So I just don’t know right now.” Hamilton: When you were growing up, did you envisions yourself with a football helmet or baseball cap on? Jackson: “When I was growing up, I was baseball. I feel like it was what my dad worked with me more on. Landon or I wasn’t really football players (first). Landon was basketball. I just grew up loving baseball. That was my thing. Then in middle school I started getting noticed for football, and kind of molded me.” Hamilton: What did you learn about the recruiting process watching Landon go through it? Jackson: “I’ve kind of learned to notice fakeness. I know certain things - the talk a lot vs realness.” Hamilton: Who did you actually choose Texas over? Who was No. 2 and who was No. 3? Jackson: “Arkansas and Tennessee.” Hamilton: Watching Texas this year, what were your thoughts? Jackson: “I like how they rotate a lot. I mean they get everybody in there playing. All defensive linemen change a lot, and I like that.” Hamilton: Did Texas moving to the SEC impact your recruitment? Jackson: “Probably not Texas because it’s Texas, but I have always known I wanted to play in the SEC. Maybe a little bit.” Hamilton: What is more difficult, baseball or football? Jackson: “I would probably say baseball because it’s a little more mental. It’s not as physically hard as football, but it’s more difficult mentally.” Hamilton: What is your favorite part about being a pitcher? Jackson: “I just like throwing hard, and it’s mental like I said. So it helps you work on the mental part in football too. Baseball relaxes me. I just love being out there.” Hamilton: What are you working on from a defensive EDGE position headed into your senior season? Jackson: “I can probably improve on my moves (pass rush), and be more fluid. Right now I’m just trying to use my strength and speed. Being more fluid in my moves.” View full news

It's all of the above. The game tape won't change, obviously. But they will get a continued look at guys in spring practice. The football part, body development, conversations with high school stats, etc... it's just the continued overall evaluation of prospects