Offense Quarterback Garrett Valdez, Heritage Hall, 5-11, 180, sr. With a strong and accurate arm, the three-year starter led the Chargers to a Class 2A state runner-up finish. He threw for nearly 2,700 yards and 28 touchdowns. Running back Beau Blankenship, Norman North, 5-9, 200, jr. He led the state in rushing with 2,200 yards and 26 touchdowns to help the Timberwolves to their best season in school history and a Class 6A quarterfinal finish. Bryce Moore, Tuttle, 5-6, 190, jr. Another in a long line of standout Tuttle runners, he led 3A in rushing with 1,944 yards and 19 touchdowns. Josh Zimmer, Washington, 5-10, 200, jr. A touchdown machine. He led the state in scoring with 39 touchdowns, to go along with 2,059 yards rushing. Wide receiver James Winchester, Washington, 6-4, 195, sr. He was the main air threat for one of the best offenses in the state. He was second in the state in catches with 71 for 1,243 yards and 13 touchdowns. Billy Compau, McLoud, 6-0, 200, sr. He has been one of the top wide receivers in the state the last two years. He got open a lot this year, catching 52 passes for 857 yards and 17 touchdowns. Offensive linemen Gabe Moyer, Bishop McGuinness, 6-2, 305, sr. McGuinness coach Kenny Young said Moyer is the best lineman the school has ever had. He proved it this year by paving the way for a dominating running game. Joe King, Putnam City North, 6-6, 300, sr. It seems every year the Panthers produce at least one standout lineman. This year, it's King. Schulyer Hamilton, Putnam City, 6-1, 285, sr. Teams couldn't stop the Pirates running game, which was one of the best in 6A. A big reason was the play of Hamilton. Austin Feuerborn, Mustang, 6-5, 300, sr. It isn't easy playing on the offensive line with the pass-happy Broncos, but Feuerborn sure made it look that way. He was strong enough and athletic enough to shut down defenders. Marcus Dumas, Star Spencer, 6-2, 300, sr. He paved the way for one of the most dominant running games in 4A. Star Spencer averaged 285 yards rushing and much of that was behind Dumas. Defense Defensive line Jake Sinkula, Bishop McGuinness, 6-2, 215, sr. He was a key part of possibly the most dominant defense in the state the last two years. He led the team in tackles with 131 while the Fighting Irish recorded six shutouts in their last eight games. Joey Fowler, Westmoore, 6-4, 260, sr. Fowler, who has orally committed to Texas Tech, is one of the most intimidating defensive linemen around. He had 80 tackles and six sacks despite missing two games this season. Jakob Gaither, Kingfisher, 6-0, 250, sr. He has a non-stop motor, making plays all over the field. He helped Kingfisher to the Class 3A runner-up finish with 123 tackles and three sacks. Linebacker Beau Traber, Norman North, 6-0, 220, jr. With his speed and size, he caused havoc for opposing offenses. He had 164 tackles, which was second in 6A this year. Jack Dumas, Guthrie, 5-10, 190, sr. The leader of a defense that allowed just 6 points a game. He was third in 5A in tackles with 161 to go along with two sacks and four interceptions. Tucker Cason, Heritage Hall, 6-1, 190, sr. He's good on both sides of the ball, but he is menacing on defense. He had 126 tackles and a team-leading 15 sacks. On offense, he had 50 catches for nearly 900 yards and 11 touchdowns. Zach Paty, Edmond North, 6-3, 210, sr. Paty stood out with his good anticipation, sure tackling and big hits. He was third in tackles in 6A with 163. Defensive back Kyle Ebert, Tuttle, 6-0, 180, sr. He tied for the state lead in interceptions with nine. He also scored 10 touchdowns on offense as a receiver and tailback. Josh King, Guthrie, 5-9, 170, sr. He was a highlight reel every time he touched the ball. He had seven interceptions, had a couple punt returns for touchdowns, blocked a couple of punts and collected five touchdowns. John Flanders, Midwest City, 5-11, 170, sr. He is one of the fastest players in the state so teams just stayed away from throwing to his side of the field. Joe Stoner, Carl Albert, 5-11, 215, sr. A tough and versatile player who excelled at every position he played - safety, quarterback, fullback, tight end. He started on two Titan title teams in his four-year career. Special teams Kicker Kyle Jech, Kingfisher, 6-2, 180, sr. He's better known as a quarterback, but he can kick, too. He did it all in leading Kingfisher to a 3A runner-up finish. He made 10 field goals with a long of 41 yards. As a quarterback, he threw for 2,400 yards and 14 touchdowns. Punter Nick Walters, Edmond Memorial, 6-4, 185, sr. He had one of the most powerful legs in the state, launching punts high and far. He averaged 41 yards a punt. Kick Returner Kye Staley, Guthrie, 6-0, 210, sr. He rushed for touchdowns, threw for touchdowns, caught touchdowns and returned kicks for touchdowns. Pretty much, he was special every time he touched the ball. The Oklahoma State commit was the best athlete in the state and led the Bluejays to the 5A state title. Coach of the Year Jeff Myers, Kingfisher He led Kingfisher to a second-place finish both in the toughest district in Class 3A (3A-1) and a runner-up finish for the gold ball. Player of the Year Kye Staley, Guthrie Offensive Player of the Year Kye Staley, Guthrie Defensive Player of the Year Tucker Cason, Heritage Hall Others considered: JP Grasmick, Bethany, QB, sr.; Nick Chafey, Bethany, K, sr.; Asher Coe, Bishop McGuinness, DB, sr.; Kris Parham, McGuinness, RB, sr.; Joey DeGuisti, Bishop McGuinness, FB, sr.; Daytawion Lowe, Carl Albert, DB, jr.; Pierre Alexander, Carl Albert, OL, sr.; David Oku, Carl Albert, RB, jr.; Dax Dilbeck, Deer Creek, DB, jr.; Levi Queen, Harrah, RB, sr.; Tim Flanders, Midwest City, RB, sr.; Kameron Stewart, Midwest City, LB, sr.; Blake Heitzelman, Moore, WR, sr.; Jermaine Jackson, Northeast, DL, sr.; Tucker Holland, Oklahoma Christian, WR, sr.; Trey Fore, Putnam City, DL, sr.; Tyler Wegner, Putnam City North, RB, sr.; Nico Watson, Putnam City, DB, sr.; Tucker Brown, Shawnee, QB, sr.; Cooper Bassett, Tuttle, sr., DL; Tyler Hancock, Washington, QB, sr.; Jo Jo Durham, Western Heights, QB, sr.
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