MIAMI— The second signing class under head football coach Zach Allen concluded on Wednesday as NEO signed 46 student athletes that will join the Norsemen football program in the summer.
"Our staff did a tremendous job with this recruiting class and it paid off," Allen said. "We feel great about the young men that chose to be a part of the great tradition here at NEO and know that they will help take this program to new heights."
-Out of the 46 signees, all but two, Ehron Knight (Suffolk, Va.) & Rayquion Weston (Carl Junction, Mo.) hail from the state of Oklahoma.
-9 Signees were elected to the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Game.
-19 Signees were named Oklahoma All-State by class.
 
Complete Signing List
Jalen Allen- DB (Locust Grove, OK) 6'2 195
"Jalen is a solid, well-coached prospect that could end up playing multiple spots before his career at NEO is completed."
 
TJ Austin- LB (Beggs, OK) 6'1 235
"The combination of size and tenacity that TJ brings to the table is uncanny. He took many snaps at Defensive line for the Demons and that experience is only going to help him with the physical nature of his position."
 
Ashton Bartholomew- WR (Wagoner, OK) 6'4 190 *All-State
"One of the best pure athletes that we have signed in quite some time. Ashton does not have a lot of football experience, but his leaping ability and hunger to perfect his craft is off the charts."
 
Pearson Bash- K (Tulsa, OK / Lincoln Christian) 6'0 220
"Pearson brings a naturally big leg to NEO.  He gets plenty of distance on his kick offs and quickly get the ball up when place kicking."
 
Adan Becerra- K (Jay, OK) 5'11 170
"Adan is a self-taught kicker who has translated his game from the soccer field. Once he gets into our system, there is no telling how high his potential could be."
Matt Bray- QB/ATH (Hugo, OK) 6'1 195
"Matt is a great athlete that has been a real leader of his team for the last few years. He has the potential to play multiple positions."
 
Jacob Bruce- RB (Hulbert, OK) 5'9 175 *All-State
"With 8,496 yards, Jacob is Oklahoma's All-Time Leader in career rushing yards. This is an unbelievable achievement and we are excited to see his game transform on The Banks."
 
Brayden Bryant-OL (Ardmore, OK) 6'2 295 *All-State
"One of the most gifted Linemen in the state.  Comes from a winning program and that is something that we are always factoring in. He has a chance to play any of the 5 positions across the line."
 
Nate Bryant- DB (Stigler, OK) 6'2 185 *All-State
"Nate is going to be able to grow into a downhill, physical player. He is physically mature and can still put on more muscle.  The sky is the limit for Nate's potential."
 
Colton Collier- DL (Tulsa, OK) 6'2 235
"Colton brings more state championship experience to our organization. He can play multiple positions on our front and brings a physical style to our team."
 
Noah Cortes- RB (Tulsa, OK) 6'0 210 *All-State
"It is always a plus to bring in State Champions into the program. Noah is ultra-competitive and is currently the #1 ranked Heavyweight wrestler in the state.  Noah was the best player on the state's best team."
 
Chris Coulter- DL (Wagoner, OK) 6'4 300
"Chris is a big framed DL with an abundance of raw ability. After mostly played two-ways for the Bulldogs, focusing and honing-in on the defensive side, he will improve quickly and take his game to the next level."
 
Ian Cox- OL (Ringling, OK) 6'5 315
"Toughness is one on many strengths that Ian is going to bring to the OL Room. He is a small-town kid that fits the mold of success that many Norsemen OL have followed before."
 
Dylan Dollar- OL (Guthrie, OK) 6'5 260
"Dylan has huge potential as he is a very lean, but strong young lineman. With his size and a little bit of time in the weight room, Dylan could become an elite Lineman in this league."
 
Jack Foreman- WR (Del City, OK) 6'2 185 *All-State
"Jack is athletic as anyone that we are signing.  He is tall and long and fast enough to be dangerous at any level. We are excited to have him."
 
Preston Glover- OL (Sallisaw, OK) 6'4 310
"Preston is a late-blossoming big man that has abundant potential.  He has only one year of High School experience under his belt, but what he lacks in experience, he makes up in size and strength."
 
Jaiden Grayson- DB (Beggs, OK) 6'1 175 *All-State
"Jaiden was a consistent shut-down corner on one of the best small school teams in the state. The way he runs and flips his hips is years ahead of his time."
 
Kaavn Green- DL (Crescent, OK) 6'2 275 *All-State
"Kaavn fits right in with our current defensive line.  He is strong, tough, physical, and loves to play the game. He brings state championship experience to our program as well."
 
Noah Hann- TE (Enid, OK / Chisholm) 6'4 220 *All-State
"Noah is very athletic and fast for his size.  We are starting to become known for producing D1 TE and there is no reason that Noah can't fit right into that mold."
 
Motavious Harris- DB (Tulsa, OK / Memorial) 6'1 180
"Mojo is another long and physical DB that we feel like will put himself into position to play multiple spots on our defense. He is an exceptional athlete that is matured physically beyond his years."
 
Matthew Harker- OL (Tulsa, OK / Union) 6'2 290
"Matt is a solid, strong prospect from one of the best programs in the state. The pathway to success is familiar to Matt as his brother Davis was a two-year starter for the Norse."
 
Devin Hembry- DB (Muskogee, OK / Hilldale) 6'1 180 *All-State
"Devin was one of the most sought-after players in the state. He has star-quality on both sides of the ball.  We will start him at DB and hope he falls in line of the long list of D1 DBs in the last couple years."
 
Chris Ibarra- OLB (Commerce, OK) 5'10 190
"We love finding college talent in our local area. Chris is going to fit right in our program. He was an outstanding RB at Commerce. We are going to start him on the defensive side of the ball and take time to find where he best fits."
 
Shaidan Jordan- WR (Beggs, OK) 5'11 170
"In a class full of big Outside Receivers, Shaidan is going to be a match up nightmare on the inside of most of our formations. HE is one of the fastest players in the state."
 
Jamoni Jones- ATH (Tulsa, OK / Memorial) 6'1 210
"Tulsa Memorial found every which way to get Jamoni the ball as he regularly exceeds 200 yards from scrimmage.  It will be fun to see the creative ways our offense will incorporate his talents."
 
Trey Keatts- K (Kingston, OK) 6'0 155
"Trey is very accurate with his place-kicking.  He has gone across the country competing with the best high school kickers and has done more than hold his own."
 
Trey Kiser- LB (Sulphur, OK) 6'0 205 *All-State
"Trey is one of the more explosive football players that we have evaluated in quite some time. He never came off the field and led his team to the state title game. We are excited to see how his skills translate to college."
 
Ehron Knight- OLB (Suffolk, VA) 6'1 190
"Ehron is a special athlete that has an abundant skill set.  He brings physicality to the game that will allow him to translate well to the next level."
 
Todd Lackey- OL (Checotah, OK) 6'5 315 *All-State
"Like many small-town ball players, Todd was a 2-way player.  He brought an aggressive defensive mentality to his play.  It will only benefit him once he can focus on one side of the ball."
 
Keegan Lininger- DB (Valliant, OK) 6'2 200
"Keegan was a high school Quarterback for Valliant and we see that as a plus. We hope he uses those leadership qualities to become a versatile player on the backend of our defense."
 
Elijah Manuel- DL (Midwest City, OK) 6'4 265 *All-State
"Elijah passes the "eye test" when he walks into any room. With his big frame and explosive first step off the ball, we feel like he will wreak havoc in the backfield throughout his career."
 
Alec Meinert- QB (Hobart, OK) 6'3 190 *All-State
"Alec has a big arm and yet to grow into his frame. We feel like we have found a hidden gem out in Western Oklahoma.  Alec is a multi-sport athlete that will bring a lot of competition to the QB Room."
 
Marcellus Owens- WR (Guthrie, OK) 6'0 175 *All-State
"Marcellus was a big play maker on both sides of the ball for Guthrie.  Now that he can focus on one side, we hope his production continues to increase."
 
Tre'von Pierre- DB (Moore, OK / Westmoore) 6'2 175
"The way we structure our coverage, we are always looking for tall, long corners. That is exactly what Tre'von brings to the table.  With a little time in the weight room, his potential is through the roof."
 
Ethan Phillips- OL (Ardmore, OK) 6'6 300
"Ethan has the size and length that once he gets in our program, we feel he can be one of the more highly regarded prospects in the country. Will push a couple of veterans"
 
Tevin Randle- DL (Norman, OK) 6'2 220
"One of 4 signees in this year's class who have had an older brother either currently or that has recently gone through the program. That knowledge of NEO is going to help Tevin progress quickly."
 
Timothy Roth- DS (Kellyville, OK) 5'10 230 *All-State
"Another talented Deep snapper is headed to The Banks.  Timothy has big shoes to fill as we have been very successful at that position over the last 5-10 years."
 
Brian Shomali- DL (Moore, OK / Southmoore) 6'1 270 *All-State
"The hardest thing to get young DL to understand is how to play with their hands.  Brian has shown he can do that at a young age. We are excited to see how he progresses and where he will fit into our defensive front."
 
Preston Thomazin- OL (Shattuck, OK) 6'4 270
"Norsemen span from Class 6A all the way to 8-man. Preston is the latest talent that comes from one of Oklahoma's smallest class. He is strong, agile and tough and we are lucky to have him."
 
Trae Thompson- LB (Tulsa, OK / Union) 6'2 230
"It has been great getting to know Trae throughout the recruiting process.  He is a determined and goal-oriented individual with a bright future. With his frame, he is a rising star in our league."
 
Kobe Washington- ATH (Midwest City, OK) 6'4 185
"Kobe is a player that we could have signed to play 4 or 5 positions. His versatility is due to his rare combination of size and agility.  This should allow his to compete for reps early."
 
Cameron Watts- DB (Tulsa, OK / Union) 5'10 180
"Cameron could end up playing 4 or 5 different positions with in our defensive back 7. He is a very skilled cover player that does not mind getting physical."
 
Jordan Webb- LB (Putnam City, OK) 5'11 195
"Jordan's film jumps off the screen.  He is physical, fast and tenacious.  He could play all three of our linebacker spots on our defense."
 
Rayquion Weston- RB (Carl Junction, MO) 5'11 195
"There is no doubt that Rayquion is a D1 talent. We were lucky to find him in our own back yard.  Its is going to be fun to watch him compete over the next few years."
 
Isaiah Willhoite- WR (Noble, OK) 6'0 165 *All-State
"When you evaluate Isaiah's film, he just keeps making big catch after big catch. What he lacks in size, he makes up for in body positioning and leaping ability."