160 Williams tried out for the Cleveland Browns. Graduated from Permian in 1988. SR Williams caught at least one pass in a school-record 47 consecutive games and had at least four catches in 39 contests. His one spoken line in the film was, "He aint going to play." It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. JR JR NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. SR Find out more. After graduating Permian in 1997, Mike received a scholarship to play football at Mid-America Nazarene University in Kansas City. G. Newman Lowrance/G. Billingsley married and moved to Dallas. Played offensive tackle and defensive end for the Panthers in 1983-84. JR All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Quarterbacked the Panthers in the late 70s. He continued his football career at Angelo State University, where he was two year all-conference Offensive Guard and team captain. 180 Brian Chavez Permian 9, Greenwood 5 After marrying his high school sweetheart Becca, he began coaching in Marlin. Popular Players Patrick Mahomes Tom Brady Ezekiel Elliott Saquon Barkley Aaron Rodgers Drew Brees. Played defensive back and receiver on the 1995 state semifinalist team. Ragland spent four years at Hawley and three years at Crosbyton as a defensive coordinator for both. F He continued his education at Northern Arizona University to complete a Masters in Special Education in 2002 and a Masters in Educational Leadership in 2004. He has spent three years in Germany, as well as time in Bosnia and Crotia. Hes been married for 12 years and has two children, 11 and 6. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. What's the best high school team in modern history? 7 Roy Eugene Williams Jr.(born December 20, 1981) is an American former professional footballplayer who was a wide receiverin the National Football League(NFL) for the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, and Chicago Bears. LB. He is the only player in NCAA Division I-A history to post 8,000 career passing yards and 1,000 career rushing yards (1,191 yards). RB The book "Friday Night Lights" is about a group of high school football players in Odessa, Texas, a town where football is king and Friday evenings are gospel. Texas boasts an impressive list of NFL alumni. Redshirt Junior San Antonio, Texas Schertz Clemens. Mojo Jumps Rebels Early He is a defensive assistant for ol Mojo! CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Played football one year at Abilene Christian University. 170 He left Argyle and coached in the Temple ISD system for Tam Hollingshead before returning to Permian as an instructor and assistant coach through 2011. Hide/Show Additional Information For Jaques Tyler . Posted sophomore shot put numbers of 46-7, 44-4.25, and 43-2.25 in Spring 2021. After graduation from Harvard, Chavez accepted a full scholarship to the Texas Tech Law School. JaQuay Wilburn SE The 1,310 yards were the most in the NFC, and tied with Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne for third-most in the NFL. Wyles is currently living in Sugar Land, Texas. Posted a 140-2 discus as a junior in March 2022. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Summary: When it comes to talent, this Carter team stacks up with anyone, especially on defense. JR Dale is currently the head coach at Angelo State. Miami Dolphins. Played defensive back and receiver on the 1995 state semifinalist team. They have four grown children and six grandchildren. OL ---, Girls Soccer: District 2-6A Broad, burly build with virtually college-ready size, but wears mass well and can fit more bulk as needed. Todd Crump Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Covers does not provide any advice or guidance as to the legality of online sports betting or other online gambling activities within your jurisdiction and you are responsible for complying with laws that are applicable to you in your relevant locality. Captain and member of the 1972 undefeated State Champion team. Williams' 16.0 YPC average was first in the NFL for receivers with more than 25 receptions. Williams played the role of an assistant coach for Midland Lee High School, which is one of Permian's biggest rivals. He was a Captain and has left the Army. 170 Graduated in 1991, Mike played on the 1989 state championship team. His linebacking earned him All American recognition, and assisted in the Longhorns National Championship title in 1969. He was a member of the All-Conference Team for the Big 12 on three occasions, and was a semi-finalist for the Biletnikoff Award during both his junior and senior seasons. Clifton Abraham was good. In the News: Brock Purdy, Patrick Mahomes, Christian McCaffrey, Jimmy Garoppolo, Tom Brady, Joe Burrow . He played college footballfor the Texas Longhorns. Yates defense in 1985 allowed 4.8 points per game and pitched eight shutouts in a season in which it went 16-0. He is currently a linebacker coach for the South Metro Dragons in Minnesota. Vines was last in Dallas reorganizing his efforts as a pro football agent. He later moved to Nashville as a construction superintendent, and is currently Production Manager for a global print company in Arizona. Tommy Campbell 125, F Williams was selected seventh overall in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. Graduated in 1968 from PHS. 14 150 155 SR After a stellar collegiate career at New Mexico, Case was a four-year starter for the Lobos. A member of Permians first state title team, Halsell continued showcasing his talent at UT after 65. Popular: Tom Brady, Cam Newton, Aaron Donald, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers, Odell Beckham Jr., J.J. Watt, Peyton Manning, Patrick Mahomes, Julio Jones, Antonio Brown, Ben Roethlisberger, Drew Brees, Todd Gurley . [2] As a junior, Marquez rushed 77 times for 492 yards before being sidelined by an elbow tendon tear. He is currently living in the Woodlands, married with one daughter and two sons, and works for Bayes Achievement Center, a treatment center for Autistic children. The Cowboys were stripped of the State title after it came to . Mojo Hosts Frenship at Ratliff Teams AFC East: Bills, Dolphins, Patriots, Jets Guys - 5:30 / Ladies - 7:30, Baseball: Tournament of Champions OL [4] Marquez's first season in the minors was cut short by a quadriceps injury. ALL-DISTRICT LIST. All rights reserved. After graduation, he earned a football scholarship to the University of Colorado where he continued his football career. As 247Sports reports, former Texas Longhorns quarterback Vince Young was selected for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in January 2019. Devonte Tezino . degree in Electrical Engineering at TSTC in Waco, and while there met and married Diana Marie. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Williams is also the co-founder, with college teammate BJ Johnson, of MVP Vodka, an All-American Wheat vodka made in Dallas, TX. (National Football League), Holmes was a priority free-agent signing by the Baltimore Ravens in 1997. 15 He graduated in the spring of 1995 with a bachelors degree in marketing. In 2016, Marquez played in 14 games recording 3 receptions for 37 yards before being placed on injured reserve on December 23, 2016.[10]. I thought North Shore in the mid-90s was close, too. He retired from dentistry practice in Odessa in 2008. He also earned his Bachelors-Finance and MBA from UT-Austin. 230 Kyler Jordan 51. 7. His older brother Lloyd Hill, was the Texas Tech University all-time leading receiver and led the NCAA in receptions in 1992. ARTICLE. [9] Williams became the second option at wide receiver, while playing opposite to Terrell Owens and didn't have the immediate impact that it was expected, catching only 19 passes and one touchdown in seven starts, although his problems were attributed to his unfamiliarity with the offensive system, playing with two different quarterbacks and the lingering effects of a Lisfranc injury.[10]. Find out more. In 2009, Rogers has returned to the Land of the Legend. Roy Williams Do you have a blog? He retired from dentistry practice in Odessa in 2008. His father, Brad Givens, also played for Odessa High. RB Has shown encouraging lateral agility in pass pro, but relatively limited exposure to traditional passing game situations could create a learning curve. He was the Detroit Lions first round draft pick in 2004. 45 Astound Broadband Stadium - Midland CS Media Limited All Rights Reserved. He is married and has one son. Played receiver at Texas Tech from 1990-93, and went on to play Arena ball for the Texas Terror (later renamed the Houston ThunderBears) in 1997-98. 19 After graduating from Permian, Billingsley stopped playing football in the fall of 1989 after arthroscopic surgery to his knee. Mike Conaway Check out all the best photos from Rihanna's halftime performance! JR Time to do what we do! A 1987 graduate and former player, Darren Allman was a sophomore when the Panthers won the 1984 Class 5A State Championship. He has spent three years in Germany, as well as time in Bosnia and Crotia. Home of The Odessa Permian Panthers. Went to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, where he become a starter during his final two years for Army. After playing on the 1987-89 teams as a tackle, Hurst went on and worked in the oilfield and in refineries as an industrial electrician through the mid-90s. He is currently living in the Woodlands, married with one daughter and two sons, and works for Bayes Achievement Center, a treatment center for Autistic children. After a stellar junior year, Miles injured is leg early in his 88 senior season. Wyles is currently living in Sugar Land, Texas. Bobo was Outland Trophy semifinalist and played on WAC championship teams in his final two seasons. [3], Prior to the start of the 2014 season during spring football practices, Marquez announced that he would forgo playing minor league baseball in the summer to concentrate on football for his senior season.[7]. JR Quarterbacked 1989 ESPNs National Champion team. He is serving as Athletic Director at McClintock High School in Tempe, AZ. He graduated from Tarleton State University in 1995. OL All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Employed at Centriflo in Odessa, William is the proud dad of recent Mojo graduate, Senior wide receiver Matt Stewart. SR Hamilton played linebacker for the Birmingham Thunderbolts of the XFL from 2002-04. (National Football League), 1966 NFL Draft, fifth round, Los Angeles Rams -- Talbert played four seasons for the Rams (1967-1970) and then 10 seasons for the Washington Redskins (1971-1980). Wilburn racked up 1,670 yards in the 1996 season, and over 4,000 yards in his Panther career. Malcolm Hamilton Played linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1992-96. He got off to a quick start with 21 receptions for 306 yards and 5 touchdowns in the first 5 games, but his production declined significantly in his final 10 games (16 catches for 224 yards and no touchdowns) as Bryant gained a bigger role in the offense. SR [5] Many draft experts considered the pick a bold move since the Lions had drafted Charles Rogers with the second overall pick the year before. Daryl Hunt Hunt played tight end, but was better known for his linebacking abilities. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. By Staff Report. He was a member of three NFL championship-winning teams in Detroit (1952, 1953 and 1957), was a six-time Pro Bowl selection and a 1967 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Presently, he works for Huntsman Corporation. Alan Wyles Played linebacker for the Washington Redskins from 1997-99. World famous MOJO football is the featured topic, and other Permian sports news is reported as well. He left Argyle and coached in the Temple ISD system for Tam Hollingshead before returning to Permian as an instructor and assistant coach through 2011. Halsell is currently practicing law in Odessa. They have four grown children and six grandchildren. ARTICLE Video unavailable AFC East. (National Football League) For more go to NFL.com/CFB247. Grady Wilkerson Davis was a principal at Brady High School and is now residing in New Braunfels, where he is principal at New Braunfels Christian Academy. James Boobie Miles While there, Tucker won the East Coast Defensive player of the week versus The Citadel and Notre Dame. Marquez forfeited $250,000 of his $325,000 signing bonus by not choosing to play baseball full-time by September 15, 2013.[4]. 2021: Texas District 2-6A unanimous first-team selection as a junior 2020: Texas District 2-6A first-team as a sophomore. [6] Marquez earned Academic All-Big 12 Conference 1st Team honors following the season. Active Retired active All Please type in a player's name or click on one of the links below. Presently working at Compressor Systems Inc. as an applications engineer. Chris Comer After serving in the Army, Conaway has spent 30 years as a CPA. Many of the careers of the teams best talents did end in court. Mike Williams His sophomore season, he became the first QB in LoneStar Conference history to throw for mmore than 3,000 yards in a single regular season. Williams returned to Texas from 2008-10 as a Dallas Cowboy receiver, before playing one season for the Chicago Bears in 2011. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. He was inducted into the ACU Sports Hall of Fame in 2008. After having success as a running back and linebacker in 1981-82, Carr has taken that knowledge to the coaching level. [3], Marquez accepted a scholarship to play football collegiately for Texas Tech over several schools including the Oklahoma Sooners. Or you could see somebody like Derric Evans or Gary Edwards, who had that level of talent but failed to take advantage of the opportunity.". Gladden is married and has three children. All rights reserved. 78 Defensive Back DB 5'10" 175 lbs. . OL 150 Received a B.S. OL SR Permian 2, Midland Legacy. After a lower back injury (and surgery), Hamilton didnt sign back with the skins. In 1998 and 1999 they won the NCAA Division II National Championship, finishing 11-1 this season. F Gone Williams Cherishes Role As Top WR", "Ex-Cowboy Roy Williams announces retirement; worst Dallas trade ever? After graduating from Permian, Chavez went to Harvard University (1990-93), where he graduated Cum Laude with a bachelors degree in government. Case was an All-WAC first team selection and conference offensive player-of-the-year. 135 Hunt passed away in 2010 after suffering a massive heart attack in Houston. Hes been married for 12 years and has two children, 11 and 6. He currently works for an independent surveyor in Decatur, surveying houses and building sites. He is married and they have two daughters, Jennifer (PHS 2000) and Christel (PHS 2006). His linebacking earned him All American recognition, and assisted in the Longhorns National Championship title in 1969. On August 7, 2017, Marquez was waived/injured by the Rams and placed on injured reserve. Darron Cummings/AP Show . He continued his football career at Angelo State University, where he was two year all-conference Offensive Guard and team captain. Top Players in the NFL; Roy Williams Odessa (TX) Permian 6-4 / 202 / WR . Hes in the records book for scoring 30 points in a single game. Quarterback on the 1965 State Champion team. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. The debate between Yates and Carter in Texas is a popular one. After leading the 1972 State Champion team to victory as quarterback and cornerback, Campbell went on to play for the UT Longhorns. He was a five-time Pro Bowl selection and a 1991 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. FR. After leading the 1972 State Champion team to victory as quarterback and cornerback, Campbell went on to play for the UT Longhorns. 75 Since his days as a Panther running back of 1970-71, Justice finds himself getting in peoples faces in a different light. 1The City of Odessa issued a press release on Wednesday afternoon that crews working on the TxDOT Loop 338 and Yukon overpass project have a lane closure scheduled for tonight. Williams was the 2007 recipient of the Detroit Lions/Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association/Pro Football Writers Association's Media-Friendly "Good Guy" Award. 180 Five days after winning state, three football players robbed a Jack in the Box at 2:30 a.m., pantyhose pulled over their heads.