Burnet OL Eddy Parker
Posted: Mon Jul 01, 2002 11:43 am
I talked with Burnet OL <A HREF="http://www.fox7.com/dynamic/text/prospects/p1084.html" TARGET=_blank>Eddy Parker</A> last night and he's been offered by the Ponies after camping. Here's his updated bio:
Despite playing at a 3A school in the Hill Country that doesn't get near as much media exposure as some big city programs, Eddy has established himself as one of the top offensive line prospects in the state. "I like being down & dirty," Eddy tells Fox 7. "I like being where the play starts everytime. I like having that kind of control. My feet quickness combined with my long arms are my keys along with my strength. Being smart on the offensive line is crucial in order to know your blocking assignments on each play.
Georgia Tech, SMU, TCU, Texas A&M, Arkansas, Rice and Oklahoma State are among the schools who have discovered this terrific prospect in the Highland lakes area.
"Georgia Tech & SMU are my first two offers. My reaction was stunned to get offers from Georgia Tech and SMU. SMU is an up and coming program and Georgia Tech is a Top-25 team almost every year. That two real good schools to having wanting me."
When asked about his favorites, Eddy replied very quickly and emphatically. "My favorite school would be Texas A&M. But they are only taking three offensive linemen and they've already taken two. And I think I'm a few notches down on their list. They've got other guys that they are going to after befor eme. But that would be number one choice to play. Kyle Field is one of the most awesome stadiums to play in in college football. My second choice would probably be Georgia Tech. Their program and their winning percentage and how good they do in bowls. And they're academic program is really outstanding."
Eddy caught the attention of a number of college coaches at the Nike Combine in College Station on May 4th. He's now considered one of the top offensive line prospects in the state this fall. "For my size, I can evidently move really well. It was kind of awkward and kind of neat to know that college coaches were looking at you to see how you would perform. And I just went out and did my very best."
Eddy attended 3-day camps at TCU (6/3), SMU (6/9) and A&M (6/16).
He'll continue to hold down the right tackle this fall after an outstanding season protecting outstanding Class of 2004 QB prospect Stephen McGee. "You have to be extra quick to face the defensive end that normally runs 4.6 or 4.7. You have to be a real athlete to play either tackle position. Coaches usually put their studs there."
As a sophomore, Eddy worked his way into the starting lineup for the Bulldogs by the time district play kicked into gear.
Eddy benchpresses 300 lbs, squats 520 lbs and powercleans 275 lbs.
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Despite playing at a 3A school in the Hill Country that doesn't get near as much media exposure as some big city programs, Eddy has established himself as one of the top offensive line prospects in the state. "I like being down & dirty," Eddy tells Fox 7. "I like being where the play starts everytime. I like having that kind of control. My feet quickness combined with my long arms are my keys along with my strength. Being smart on the offensive line is crucial in order to know your blocking assignments on each play.
Georgia Tech, SMU, TCU, Texas A&M, Arkansas, Rice and Oklahoma State are among the schools who have discovered this terrific prospect in the Highland lakes area.
"Georgia Tech & SMU are my first two offers. My reaction was stunned to get offers from Georgia Tech and SMU. SMU is an up and coming program and Georgia Tech is a Top-25 team almost every year. That two real good schools to having wanting me."
When asked about his favorites, Eddy replied very quickly and emphatically. "My favorite school would be Texas A&M. But they are only taking three offensive linemen and they've already taken two. And I think I'm a few notches down on their list. They've got other guys that they are going to after befor eme. But that would be number one choice to play. Kyle Field is one of the most awesome stadiums to play in in college football. My second choice would probably be Georgia Tech. Their program and their winning percentage and how good they do in bowls. And they're academic program is really outstanding."
Eddy caught the attention of a number of college coaches at the Nike Combine in College Station on May 4th. He's now considered one of the top offensive line prospects in the state this fall. "For my size, I can evidently move really well. It was kind of awkward and kind of neat to know that college coaches were looking at you to see how you would perform. And I just went out and did my very best."
Eddy attended 3-day camps at TCU (6/3), SMU (6/9) and A&M (6/16).
He'll continue to hold down the right tackle this fall after an outstanding season protecting outstanding Class of 2004 QB prospect Stephen McGee. "You have to be extra quick to face the defensive end that normally runs 4.6 or 4.7. You have to be a real athlete to play either tackle position. Coaches usually put their studs there."
As a sophomore, Eddy worked his way into the starting lineup for the Bulldogs by the time district play kicked into gear.
Eddy benchpresses 300 lbs, squats 520 lbs and powercleans 275 lbs.
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