But it turned out that this is no problem for Chancey because he ended up being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys and has played for the Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, and San Diego Chargers. Allen and DeSoto are tied for fifth nationally, behind Floridas IMG Academy (12), Floridas Saint Thomas Aquinas (11), Floridas American Heritage (nine) and Floridas Miami Northwestern (six). He also played minor league baseball and is a Capricorn. Whether you were born in 1972 or are a student at a private school, you have probably wondered if there are any NFL players who have come straight out of high school. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. But, in order to stay hot and stay alive the Knights will have to get past a dangerous Vandegrift (7-4) team that has already proven it can play with anybody. (Rebecca Slezak / Staff Photographer) DeSoto defeated Austin Vandegrift 42-17 last month. He spent parts of 2016 with the Falcons and Broncos. DeSoto's other current NFL players are defensive back A.J. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Massillonwon nine national championships with all of them coming between 1939 and 1961. Arizona - 30. After a successful career in the NFL, Hill is now preparing to give a high school pep talk. Pro Bowlers Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila and Wendell Tyler are the most famous Crenshaw graduates while the Chiefs DeAnthony Thomas tops among active players. DeSean Jackson, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Willie McGinest are just some of the NFL players who have contributed to the 19 CIF-Southern Section championships for the Jackrabbits. Eleven of the school's 24 NFL players joined the league within its first five years of existence in the 1920s, including Hall of Famer Paddy Driscoll. No active NFL players from McKinley High are in the NFL. Get the most important Football stories delivered straight to your inbox. Having seven players in the 2020 NFL draft class is a testament to the commitment of the coaching staff, parents and community in ensuring our student-athletes have the opportunity to dream and to be around people who have the tools and resources to guide them in making those dreams a reality, said Athletic Director Larry Davis. It tied for the lead in 2013. Hanspard attended Texas Tech University, where he played for the Texas Tech Red Raiders football team from 1994 to 1996. Barbados - 1. After an incredible bi-district round of the Texas UIL Playoffs, were bringing you another round of great games during this holiday weekend. Myers, who was the head coach for three seasons. Do you have a blog? Another noteworthy player is offensive tackle Mike Kenn, who made five Pro Bowls for the Atlanta Falcons in the 1980s and '90s. Heisman winner Troy Smith, Cardale Jones, Marshon Lattimore and Ted Ginn Jr. all took the path from Glenville to Columbus to the NFL. The totals are based on the 1,725 players on Kickoff Weekend rosters. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Shenault Jr. was part of the 2016 DeSoto Football championship-winning team, the first in the schools history. 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He returned in 1999 but was unable to return to his previous level of play. It is easy to forget that most of todays NFL players were once in high school. Its surprising that the number of players who graduated from high school is so large. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior on this site. Despite increased playing time due to the loss of Jamal Anderson, he only gained 383yards on 136 carries. Green, Khairi Muhammad, Chris Orr, James Proche, and . Upon graduating from DeSoto High School, each of the DeSoto 7 went on to play for major universities across the nation including the University of North Texas, Oklahoma State University, University of Colorado, and University of Wisconsin-Madison. DeSotos propensity for churning out elite players is equaled by very few high schools in the country let alone within the state of Texas. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Glades Central's best player is former Pro Bowl running back Fred Taylor, but this school specializes in sending wide receivers to the NFL. Ginns father, Ted Sr., is the longtime football and track coach at Glenville, and because of his success, Cleveland has named a local street after him. The city of Compton had a demographic shift over the last 20 years, and the pipeline to the NFL has all but dried up. DeSotos other current NFL players are defensive back A.J. DeSoto (DeSoto, TX) NFL Player Stats. Willis McGahee, Devonta Freeman, Dalvin Cook, Najeh Davenport and Travaris Cadet are some of the backs whove made their way from Central to the NFL. Located about halfway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, Harding High has a monopoly on the area since its the only high school in the Warren City School District. South Florida nabs back-to-back entries on this list with St. Thomas Aquinas High. Apart from those players, the school has a handful of notable names, the best player being former Cowboy Harvey Martin, who won the Super Bowl XII MVP award and was a four-time Pro Bowler. South Oak also produced one Hall of Famer, but it comes in another sport, basketball, as Dennis Rodman wormed his way through school halls. var zergnet = document.createElement('script'); But it says something that Massillon Washington High School has more "mythical" national titles than any other school. From a battle of perennial giants to a bunch of hungry Hippos, heres what we have on the desert menu for the days following your Thanksgiving feast. Enter Terry Orr, DeSoto's 7-on-7 coach. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Additionally, Marcus brother Damon became a Canadian Football Hall of Famer due to his exploits in the CFL. If selected, they will join many former DHS athletes who have been drafted into the NFL including Byron Hanspard, Von Miller, Marcus Tubbs, and Cyrus Gray. 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"Hes served the community very well," Los Angeles Chargers defensive lineman Brandon Mebane, one of Garrett's former players in the NFL, told the Los Angeles Times. A DeSoto High School football player wears his state championship medal during Saturday's parade. Even though 98 percent of the players had nothing to do with it, the entire team was placed on probation for one year as a result of the cover-up. We've sorted through all the high schools to find which ones have the most players in the NFL today. Lets see yoursFormer NFL players who are from or played at Daingerfield: Greg Evans - S, 1995-1998 (Bills, Redskins); Eric Everett - DB, 1988-1992 (Eagles, Bucs, Chiefs, Vikings); Thomas Everett - S, 1987-1995 (Steelers, Cowboys); David Mims - WR, 1993-1994 (Falcons); Darryl Lewis - TE (Bears); Gary Lewis - WR (Packers); John Thirty players from Georgia high schools were drafted, followed by California (22) and Florida (21). Santonio Holmes, Jessie Hester, Deonte Thompson, Kelvin Benjamin and Travis Benjamin (no relation) also have gone from Glades to the NFL, and many of them were teammates in high school. But which high schools are "football factories" like major college programs such as Alabama, Ohio State and USC? The 10-1 Hippos head into Waller to face a Kolby Peel-led A&M Consolidated (9-2) team that surprised many across the state last week by throttling Whitehouse. Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog . Two years later, he started 15 games and totaled 132 tackles, three interceptions, and a forced fumble on the way to becoming a second-team All-Pro selection. Alaska - 2. [3] However, he later became the source of controversy after it emerged that he had all but abandoned his studies during what turned out to be his last year in school, posting a 0.00 grade point average for the 1996 fall semester. He ranks second in career rushing attempts. He clocked in at 6.48 seconds at the 2005 combine. Hill is a product of the Midstate of Pennsylvania and is looking forward to inspiring high school students to follow their dreams. Miller is the second active NFL player to acknowledge testing positive . Byron Courtnay Hanspard, Sr. (born January 23, 1976) is a former American college and professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons during the 1990s. Hanspard was chosen in the second round (41st pick overall) by the Atlanta Falcons in the 1997 NFL Draft. They are examples of how a great high school athlete can become a first-round draft pick. A recent study showed that four out of every five players in the NFL came straight from high school. The Cleveland Browns have four former IMG Academy players alone - Grant Delpit, Hialte Froholdt, Kellen Mond and Greg Newsome II. Former DHS Athletes Prospects for 2020 NFL Draft, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy, DeSoto ISD School Board Candidates List 2023, Student Teaching and Observation Requests. He attended John Burroughs High School in St. Louis, Missouri, where he fell in love with football. LeFrancis Arnold (1974)Rod Barksdale (1986-87)Victor Burnett (1987)Cedrick Brown (1987)Joe Cain (1989-97)Robin Cole (1977-88)Aaron Craver (1991-99)David Croudip (1984-88)Marv Fleming (1963-74)Danny Greene (1985)Tim Harris (1983)Eric Hurt (1980)Roy Jefferson (1965-76)Rex Johnston (1960)Datone Jones (2013-20)Don Klosterman (1952)Derrick Martin (1987)John Morton (1953)Mike Richardson (1983-89)Walter Roberts (1964-70)Bobby Smith (1962-66)Ricky Turner (1988)Bev Wallace (1947-51). Gray was an honorable mention 5A all-state quarterbackduring his senior season at DeSoto before becoming a standout running backat Texas A&M. Green (Cleveland Browns), cornerback Jalen Mills (New England Patriots), wide receiver James Proche (Baltimore Ravens) and wide. Despite being the 45th biggest city in Texas, Longview pops out future NFL pros like a Pez dispenser. 6 NFL Players That Came Straight From High School. Mills started every game for LSU as a true freshman and hes never stopped impressing. 14 of them are from North Carolina (4.3%). Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. The last NFL player from Evanston Township was Cecil Martin. But Allen also has offensive lineman Bobby Evans (Los Angeles Rams), wide receiver Jalen Guyton (Los Angeles Chargers), offensive lineman Greg Little (Miami Dolphins) and defensive lineman Levi Onwuzurike (Detroit Lions) on NFL rosters. Fans have the opportunity to vote until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7th! DeSotos list of NFL players is highlighted by Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller, an eight-time Pro Bowler, a three-time All-Pro and the MVP of Super Bowl 50. Campbell was nicknamed "The Tyler Rose," and he led his high school to their first state championship in 1973 en route to being named Mr. Football USA. Hal Broda (1927)Reggie Corner (2008-11)Jamal Davis (2019)Mike Doss (2003-08)Jack Dugger (1946-49)Tyler Everett (2006)Ray Ellis (1981-87)Ralph Fife (1942-46)Wayne Fontes (1962)Butch Gibson (1930-34)Wayne Gift (1937)Ed Grimsley (1987)John Grimsley (1984-93)Ted Hopkins (1921-22)John Kompara (1960)Sid Lewis (1987)Jamar Martin (2003-06)Joe Morgan (2012-15)Marion Motley (1946-55)Mike Obrovac (1981-83)Kenny Peterson (2003-09)Eli Popa (1952)Ed Rate (1923)Garland Rivers (1987)Dominique Robinson (2022-present)Nick Roman (1970-74)Robert Sedlock (1960)Marv Smith (1921)Percy Snow (1990-93)Dutch Speck (1920-26)Dutch Strassner (1925)Harold Zerbe (1926). Green (Cleveland Browns), cornerback Jalen Mills (New England Patriots), wide receiver James Proche (Baltimore Ravens) and wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (Jacksonville Jaguars). Mills has recorded as many as 12 tackles in a game this season and returned an interception for a touchdown a few weeks ago in a win against San Francisco after which he was named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week. DESOTO (CBSDFW.COM) - Students at DeSoto High School are abuzz with excitement after one of their most popular graduates -- Von Miller -- was named Super Bowl 50 MVP. Since Ball High School is the only public high school in the city, its either Ball High or relocate, and many have chosen the latter option. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 6:17AM. I have worked at The Dallas Morning News since 2000. As a junior, Gray rushed for 1,133 yards and 12 touchdowns for the Aggies. David Arnold (1989)Aaron Brown (1978-87)Jim Browner (1979-80)Joey Browner (1983-1992)Keith Browner (1984-88)Ross Browner (1978-87)Jim Brutz (1946-48)Prescott Burgess (2007-11)Joe Carroll (1972-73)John Chickerneo (1942)James Daniels (2018-present)LeShun Daniels (1997)Travis Davis (1990-91)Dan Herron (2012-15)David Herron (2007-10)Bill Kollar (1974-81)Mario Manningham (2008-14)Charley Riffle (1944-48)Chris Rucker (2011)Korey Stringer (1995-2000)Paul Warfield (1964-77). That number still is equal to the total from some FBS schools, including Syracuse and East Carolina. Trayveon has also made a name for himself on the field, leading the nations top conference in rushing, all-purpose yards, and touchdowns. Gidget Alikpala G_Alikpala Update: February . Lendy Holmes (2009)LaTarence Dunbar (2003)Ja'Marcus Ingram (2022-present)Rod Jones (1986-96)Joe King (1991-95)Michael Downs (1981-89)Ira Albright (1987)Egypt Allen (1987)Marvin Ayers (1987)Cornelius Dozier (1987)John Preston (1987)Durwood Roquemore (1982-87)Gary Spann (1987)Joe Hayes (1984)Wayne Morris (1976-84)Tim Collier (1976-83)Harvey Martin (1973-83)Mike Livingston (1968-79)Oscar Roan (1975-78)Ricky Wesson (1977)Danny Colbert (1974-76)Jackie Allen (1969-72)Karl Sweetan (1966-70)Malcolm Walker (1966-70)Guy Reese (1962-66). Hobbs was a third round pick of the Patriots and played a significant role on New Englands 2007 Super Bowl team. })(); To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. In addition to NFL players like Brian Westbrook and Cameron Wake coming from DeMatha, NBA stars such as Victor Oladipo, Markelle Fultz and Adrian Dantley also have walked the halls. Get NFL player stats, breaking news & analysis. Plano and Wylie were two of the five Texas high schools with four former players on Week 1 NFL rosters, along with Longview, Galena Park North Shore and Austin Westlake. These young men will enter into history at DeSoto by participating in the 2020 NFL Draft. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. St. Thomas Aquinas has had an exceptional run of producing NFL players lately, with 15 players currently in the NFL, the most of any high school in the United States. Anyone who follows the NFL knows that Miami is a hotbed for players. This list of alums from Glenville High School reads just like the list of alums from Ohio State University. In the following season, he had 1,374 yards on 248 carries. Glossary, Stat Minimums, Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football. He played at Texas A&M, becoming the first true freshman in NFL history to rush for over 1000 yards in a season. Six-time Pro Bowl defensive back Dave Grayson also came from Lincoln as did notorious bust Akili Smith. Networks like ESPN and Fox Sports devote time and money to produce high school football broadcasts just as they would for college football games. He suffered a severe knee injury during training camp in 1998 and missed the entire season. The school produced only a handful of players over the rest of the century before experiencing a renaissance in the 2000s, with players such as Chris Redman and Michael Bush making it to the NFL. Texas and Florida lead the way with seven schools. He was signed by the Ravens as an undrafted rookie in 2014 and stuck with the team on the 53-man roster. After a great season with plenty of Dallas-Fort Worth area talent showing off on the court, state champions have been crowned and it is time for the VYPE DFW 2022-23 Private School Girls Hoops Player of the Year Fan Poll! Fork Union deserves somewhat of an asterisk. why is my cookies pen blinking purple is there mobile coverage across the nullarbor nfl players that reclassified in high school Tutu Atwell (2021-present)Deandre Baker (2019-21)Mel Bratton (1989-90)Teddy Bridgewater (2014-present)Larry Brinson (1977-80)Artie Burns (2016-present)Antonio Bryant (2002-09)Vernon Carey (2004-11)Amari Cooper (2015-present)Torrie Cox (2004-09)Lavonte David (2012-present)Onzy Elam (1987-89)Bobby Felts (1965-67)Trevor Ford (2009)Marcus Forston (2012-13)Anthony Gaitor (2011-14)Lonnie Hepburn (1971-74)Don Holmes (1986-90)Mark Irvin (1987)Marvin Jones (1993-2003)Donnell Johnson (1993)Olrick Johnson (1999-2000)Dave McDaniels (1968)Snoop Minnis (2001-02)Derrell Mitchell (1994)Vernand Morency (2005-07)Brett Perriman (1988-97)Eli Rogers (2016-present)Buster Rhymes (1985-86)Sean Spence (2012-17)Tommy Streeter (2012-14)Kenbrell Thompkins (2013-15)Tray Walker (2015)Brandon Washington (2012-14)Dick Washington (1968)Nate Webster (2000-08)Rachad Wildgoose (2021-present). Waco High alums populated the NFL in the pre-merger days, but just four have played since the 2000 season, most notably longtime Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson. Compton Highs most famous alum is someone who is as important as anyone mentioned on this list even though he never played a snap. As with many of the potential draft picks, making it into the NFL has been a lifelong dream. 9 Texas experienced veterans, Mavericks Justin Holiday on adjusting to Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic and playing in Dallas, Martn Prez talks pitch clock, why Rangers may have something special this season, Rangers 3B Josh Jung recounts first MLB at-bat: This is what Ive always worked for, The March to No. and published by The Players Tribune, Shenault Jr. reminisces how playing Sideline Kill, a common practice in his DeSoto neighborhood, prepared him for entering the NFL. In high school, he was considered one of the fastest high school players in the nation, he was clocked running 4.34 in the 40-yard dash, and 10.26 seconds over 100 meters . Keep your eyes on DeSoto running back Kelan Walker and Southlake Carroll offensive tackle Jackson Kimble. "https:" : "http:") + '//www.zergnet.com/zerg.js?id=79595'; Byron Courtnay Hanspard, Sr. (born January 23, 1976) is a former American college and professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons during the 1990s. Post author: Post published: 17 stycznia 2022; Post category: men's oxford shirts long sleeve; Post comments: . High Schools That Produce the Most NFL Players By Ross Kelly and Tony Adame, updated on October 25, 2022 shockdoctor / Instagram High school football has become more than local news. All Players Table; Player Pos Teams From To; A.J. [4] Hanspard did not return his Doak Walker Award, however. The 1985 Yates team won the Texas state title and is considered one of the best high school football teams of all time. Former NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle graduated from Compton High in 1944, long before the city became associated with hip-hop mogul Dr. Dre (who attended Centennial and then Fremont across town). He attended DeSoto High School. For that reason, 21 of the 23 Kiski Cougars who made the NFL played before World War II. Heisman winners like Vinny Testaverde and Eddie George went this route and spent, in essence, five years in high school before heading to their respective colleges. He then sued to enter the NFL early and ended up being a third-round draft pick by the Broncos, but was cut in the preseason and never appeared in an NFL game. Pro Bowl receivers Plaxico Burress and Michael Thomas called FUMA home, and the discipline that a military academy installs in students carries over from the classroom to the football field. 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