A look at the UNT 2013 roster by class

[Harry]

20 total seniors on a roster of 104 (14 of the seniors are starters or part time starters as indicated by the asterisk*)

31 Juniors (9 starters or part time starter)

21 Sophomores (7 starters or part time starter)

16 RS Freshman (2 starters or part time starter)

17 True Freshman (1 starters or part time starter )

Seniors (20)

*11 Will Wright LB 6-2 221 SR Garland, TX South Garland HS
*8 Marcus Trice DB 5-8 193 SR Mesquite, TX Oklahoma
*7 Derek Thompson QB 6-4 218 SR Glen Rose, TX Glen Rose HS
*80 Darnell Smith WR 6-1 203 SR Garland, TX Ellsworth CC
89 Daniel Prior TE 6-2 246 SR Henderson, TX Henderson HS
17 Lynrick Pleasant WR 6-2 205 SR Mesquite, TX Mesquite HS
*35 Zach Orr LB 6-1 240 SR DeSoto, TX DeSoto HS
*37 Zach Olen PK 5-10 221 SR Richardson, TX Berkner HS
25 Bryan Monroe RB 5-8 187 SR Prosper, TX Prosper HS
*86 Drew Miller TE 6-1 258 SR Prosper, TX Prosper HS
*93 Brandon McCoy DE 6-2 257 SR Carrollton, TX Creekview HS
2 D.Q. Johnson DB 5-11 188 SR Des Moines, IA Iowa Western CC
6 Hilbert Jackson DB 6-1 185 SR Rowlett, TX Rowlett HS
*3 Brelan Chancellor WR 5-9 186 SR Copperas Cove, TX Copperas Cove HS
83 Carl Caldwell WR 5-10 176 SR Whitehouse, TX Kansas Wesleyan
*24 Brandin Byrd RB 5-10 223 SR Copperas Cove, TX Copperas Cove HS
*90 Ryan Boutwell DT 6-3 248 SR China Spring, TX China Spring HS
*44 Aaron Bellazin DE 6-2 265 SR Everman, TX Everman HS
*64 LaChris Anyiam OL 6-4 296 SR Allen, TX Allen HS
*97 Richard Abbe DT 6-4 320 SR Lubbock, TX Monterey HS

Juniors (31)

*57 Mason Y'Barbo OL 6-2 307 JR Sulphur Springs, TX Sulphur Springs HS
21 Jamaine Wilhite RB 5-8 200 JR Denton, TX Guyer HS
21 Freddie Warner DB 5-10 189 JR Dallas, TX Pinkston HS
39 Sheldon Wade DB 5-11 181 JR Knoxville, TN Austin Peay
11 Darius Terrell WR 6-3 212 JR DeSoto, TX Texas
10 Derrick Teegarden WR 6-0 204 JR Odessa, TX Odessa HS
88 Tanner Smith TE 6-3 250 JR Fort Worth, TX Nolan Catholic HS
41 Ricky Pratt DB 5-7 170 JR Grand Prairie, TX Cisco JC
2 Reggie Pegram RB 5-9 221 JR Terrell, TX Purdue
*53 Shawn McKinney OL 6-4 365 JR Hubbard, TX Trinity Valley CC
*49 Daryl Mason DE 6-3 253 JR Garland, TX Rowlett HS
15 Mike Marshall DB 6-0 207 JR Grand Prairie, TX South Grand Prairie HS
14 Chris Loving TE 6-4 272 JR Klein, TX Blinn CC
*95 Alexander Lincoln DT 6-2 267 JR Cibolo, TX Steele HS
50 Robert Lewis LB 6-0 220 JR Mesquite, TX Mesquite HS
*62 Cyril Lemon OL 6-3 304 JR Marble Falls, TX Marble Falls HS
*27 Laramie Lee DB 5-10 195 JR Tyler, TX Chapel Hill HS
*13 James Jones DB 5-11 173 JR Houston, TX Kilgore JC
9 Brandon Johnson WR 6-0 208 JR Dallas, TX DeSoto HS
*71 Antonio Johnson OL 6-5 294 JR Diboll, TX Diboll HS
45 Tarik Jefferson LB 6-0 214 JR Mesquite, TX Lon Morris HS
34 Willie Hubbard WR 5-10 168 JR Euless, TX Northeastern Okla. State
74 Cam Feldt OL 6-5 299 JR Pilot Point, TX Arkansas
1 Zed Evans DB 5-11 198 JR Dallas, TX Louisville
54 Blake Dunham DS 6-1 223 JR Argyle, TX Argyle HS
31 John Chelf WR 5-11 178 JR Iowa City, IA Iowa
96 Cade Carter TE 6-3 230 JR Lucas, TX Trinity Valley CC
38 Brendan Campbell DB 6-2 201 JR Killeen, TX Harker Heights HS
84 Quenton Brown DE 6-4 235 JR Tucker, GA Eastern Arizona
25 Peter Ashton DB 6-1 206 JR Keller, TX Oregon State
*7 Derek Akunne LB 6-0 244 JR Garland, TX North Garland HS

Sophomores (21)

*23 Zac Whitfield DB 5-9 190 SO Sherman, TX Sherman HS
65 Micah Thompson OL 6-4 316 SO Jones, OK Jones HS
*18 Marcus Smith TE 6-4 255 SO San Antonio, TX Warren HS
92 LaJaylin Smith LB 6-0 221 SO LaPlace, LA St. Charles Catholic HS
*42 Chad Polk DE 6-0 223 SO Dallas, TX Woodrow Wilson HS
*26 Zach Paul PK 5-9 185 SO Frisco, TX Wakeland HS
91 Austin Orr DT 6-4 272 SO Seabrook, TX Clear Lake HS
5 Andrew McNulty QB 6-1 210 SO Iowa City, IA Iowa City HS
14 Jamal Marshall LB 6-3 210 SO Missouri City, TX Fort Bend Elkins HS
98 Jarrod Lynn TE 6-0 233 SO Grapevine, TX Grapevine HS
68 Eric Keena P 6-2 155 SO Keller, TX Sunrise Mountain HS
87 Cooper Jones TE 6-4 243 SO Lone Oak, TX Lone Oak HS
*22 Antoinne Jimmerson RB 5-9 222 SO Dallas, TX DeSoto HS
*9 Carlos Harris WR 5-8 172 SO Frisco, TX Frisco HS
77 Travis Ellard OL 6-3 290 SO Deer Park, TX Deer Park HS
36 Brandon Davis LB 6-0 215 SO DeSoto, TX Duncanville HS
*31 Kenny Buyers DB 5-11 177 SO Hurst, TX L.D. Bell HS
5 David Busby DB 5-11 188 SO Coppell, TX Coppell HS
16 Brock Berglund QB 6-4 213 SO Highlands Ranch, CO Kansas
66 Michael Banogu OL 6-5 292 SO McKinney, TX Prosper HS
20 Brandon Allen DB 6-0 183 SO Arlington, TX Summit HS

RS Freshman (16)

98 Dutton Watson DT 6-3 273 RS FR Midland, TX Midland HS
70 Sir Calvin Wallace DT 6-2 293 RS FR Tyler, TX Chapel Hill HS
78 Connor Trussell OL 6-5 287 RS FR Arlington, TX Martin HS
29 Brock Squier DB 5-9 195 RS FR Sanger, TX Sanger HS
20 Rex Rollins RB 6-1 197 RS FR Tyler, TX Chapel Hill HS
30 Jarrian Roberts DE 6-2 238 RS FR Clarksville, TX Clarksville HS
72 Ryan Rentfro OL 6-4 298 RS FR Flower Mound, TX Marcus HS
*40 Blake Macek P 5-9 186 RS FR Sulphur Springs, TX Sulphur Springs HS
8 Mark Lewis RB 5-10 210 RS FR Livonia, LA Livonia HS
85 Roderick Lancaster WR 6-2 205 RS FR Dallas, TX Life School of Oak Cliff
*50 Kaydon Kirby OL 6-3 313 RS FR Flower Mound, TX Flower Mound HS
58 Tony Johnson DS 6-1 217 RS FR Fort Worth, TX South Grand Prairie HS
32 Jamarcus Jarvis DB 5-10 212 RS FR Gonzales, LA East Ascension HS
94 Mustafa Haboul DT 6-0 253 RS FR Arlington, TX Martin HS
6 Jordan Gill QB 6-0 184 RS FR Whitesboro, TX Whitesboro HS
56 Malik Dilonga DE 6-4 251 RS FR Cedar Hill, TX Trinity Christian School

True Freshman (17)

12 Dajon Williams QB 6-3 199 FR Pflugerville, TX Connally HS
79 Dominick Walker OL 6-5 278 FR Sugar Land, TX Austin HS
25 Andrew Tucker DB 6-0 199 FR Tyler, TX Chapel Hill HS
76 Harrison Sorge OL 6-5 304 FR Wichita Falls, TX Rider HS
1 Turner Smiley WR 6-0 187 FR Frisco, TX Wakeland HS
32 Fred Scott LB 5-11 235 FR Kennedale, TX Kennedale HS
19 John Schilleci DB 6-0 193 FR Denton, TX Guyer HS
48 Wylie Reinhardt TE 6-4 275 FR Saginaw, TX Saginaw HS
59 Cody Nelson OL 6-5 277 FR Keller, TX Keller HS
63 Sid Moore DL 6-1 252 FR Van, TX Van HS
3 Calvin Minor LB 6-3 207 FR Lewisville, TX Lewisville HS
69 Trevor Melugin OL 6-2 299 FR Prosper, TX Prosper HS
*4 Darvin Kidsy WR 6-0 174 FR Missouri City, TX Elkins HS
99 Andy Flusche DE 6-3 230 FR Muenster, TX Muenster HS
18 Erick Evans RB 5-9 190 FR Dallas, TX Seagoville HS
52 Sed Ellis LB 6-3 189 FR Paris, TX Paris HS
16 Chad Davis DB 5-10 180 FR Richmond, TX Bush HS

[Harry]

A couple of thoughts on this. We all lament losing this senior class, and there is no question that it plays heavily into the success we have seen this season. But wasn't it just a year or so ago when we had like what 6 seniors in the entire class? Having a large, productive senior class is a good sign for your program.

In terms of raw numbers the big changeover comes in 2015 when we lose 31 juniors.

Only one player in the true freshman class is playing significantly (Darvin Kidsey). That means, most likely Mac will again redshirt the majority of his freshman class.

In terms of jucos and transfers the results have been mixed. Guard/Center Shawn McKinney has been productive. Corner James Jones is a bonafide star-- all conference caliber player. TE Chris Loving redshirted. Corner DQ Johnson has not played very much. End Quenton Brown was injured but is expected to have a big impact once he returns. QB Brock Berglund has not seen the field and Darius Terrell has a TD in limited snaps. Zed Evans plays a lot on special teams and in some pass coverages. Big tackle Justin Manu wasn't eligible.

I guess my point is that while we lose a LOT in this senior class in terms of leadership and ability/results we have numbers coming through the ranks. Having a great strength and conditioning program and redshirting young players so they can reach their full potential softens the blow a program can feel when a good class is moving on.

[GrandGreen]

It is nice to be near the scholarship maximum, but I don't think it is a good sign that so few of the underclassmen are substantially contributing. For example, this was supposed to be the year; that the offensive line was much deeper; yet he is basically playing 6 men just like last year.

As far as redshirts, freshmen that I believe have already lost those are Williams, Scott, Schelleci, Melugin, Kidsey, Flusche, Ellis and Davis or about half. Yes, there can be hardship waivers still,but let's not get into that again.

Edited October 18, 2013 by GrandGreen

[TheColonyEagle]

Defensively we'll lose some stars in Orr and Trice. Chancellor will be a huge loss and Darnell Smith has been huge this year as well. My hope is that Skladany and his system returns which will be the 3rd year for the system. It might make the transition of some of the younger players coming up a little easier and seamless.

As for the offnse, the encouraging thing is we will basically have our entire OLine back plus 2 RBs that are significant contributors. (I would argue Peagram has been our most consistant) Carlos Harris showed flashes last year as a freshman in Brelan's absence. I think the rest of our WR core has shown some potential as well. I feel good about our offense and of course the QB battle will be front and center. The positives being....our offense will have a new dynamic next year regardless if it's Williams, Berglund or McNulty.....we will have more of a dual threat QB under center next year. Not that DT has had a bad year, but we will have a new wrinkle next year....

[BillySee58]

It is nice to be near the scholarship maximum, but I don't think it is a good sign that so few of the underclassmen are not substantially contributing. For example, this was supposed to be the year; that the offensive line was much deeper; yet he is basically playing 6 men just like last year.

As far as redshirts, freshmen that I believe have already lost those are Williams, Scott, Schelleci, Melugin, Kidsey, Flusche, Ellis and Davis or about half. Yes, there can be hardship waivers still,but let's not get into that again.

Mac loves playing upperclassmen and starting guys with the most experience. He also doesn't do a whole lot of lineup shuffling. The lineup that started the first game against LSU last year was almost the exact lineup that started the last game against WKU, save for receivers after losing Brelan and having Harris and D Smith overtake Bynes. This year the only switch has been at cornerback and that'll probably be the only change all year.

For the rest of the time that Mac is here you will see a high percentage of our starters being upperclassmen. He hasn't brought in the highest rated recruits and until he does he will develop the young players until it is their turn to start.

[SSP]

Schilleci.... S-Chill ICE backwards. And yes he is starting on 3 special teams.

I wouldn't hold my breath on Williams. A little birdie told me that he will probably be a hardship/ medical whatever anyone wants to call it...

Edited October 17, 2013 by SSP

[oldguystudent]

Schilleci.... S-Chill ICE backwards. And yes he is starting on 3 special teams.

I wouldn't hold my breath on Williams. A little birdie told me that he will probably be a hardship/ medical whatever anyone wants to call it...

You introduced yourself at the beginning of the season, met with about 500 responses of ,"Hey, how you doin'?" I don't remember your relationship to John. Brother? Nephew?

[FirefightnRick]

Just a reminder....

If a player has played in 5 of the first 7 games...

or,

plays in the 8th game, he is ineligible for a MHW.

And remember, the injury does not have to be sustained from a football event.

Rick

Edited October 17, 2013 by FirefightnRick

[Harry]

And yes he is starting on 3 special teams.

Good point I fixed that. Special teams are a little harder to account for.

[SSP]

You introduced yourself at the beginning of the season, met with about 500 responses of ,"Hey, how you doin'?" I don't remember your relationship to John. Brother? Nephew?

Brother.

Davis on special teams also.

Edited October 17, 2013 by SSP

[All About UNT]

Brother.

Davis on special teams also.

lol...I knew it

[SSP]

lol...I knew it

I told you in New Orleans!! And before you had Absinthe!!

[UNT90]

A couple of thoughts on this. We all lament losing this senior class, and there is no question that it plays heavily into the success we have seen this season. But wasn't it just a year or so ago when we had like what 6 seniors in the entire class? Having a large, productive senior class is a good sign for your program.

I agree on this, but only if that senior class produces a winning season, and as you build the program, conference championships.

Can we? Will we?

It all starts in 2 days.

[UNT90]

Mac loves playing upperclassmen and starting guys with the most experience. He also doesn't do a whole lot of lineup shuffling. The lineup that started the first game against LSU last year was almost the exact lineup that started the last game against WKU, save for receivers after losing Brelan and having Harris and D Smith overtake Bynes. This year the only switch has been at cornerback and that'll probably be the only change all year.

For the rest of the time that Mac is here you will see a high percentage of our starters being upperclassmen. He hasn't brought in the highest rated recruits and until he does he will develop the young players until it is their turn to start.

I hope the exception is QB, otherwise we all know what that means for next year...

[UNT90]

I like that we haven't had to use Sid Moore yet (or have we??).

I think a redshirt year is just what the doctor ordered for him.

[BillySee58]

I like that we haven't had to use Sid Moore yet (or have we??).

I think a redshirt year is just what the doctor ordered for him.

We have not used him and he is headed for a redshirt.

[BillySee58]

I hope the exception is QB, otherwise we all know what that means for next year...

Looking like the most realistic possibility for next year.

[SSP]

For the rest of the time that Mac is here you will see a high percentage of our starters being upperclassmen. He hasn't brought in the highest rated recruits and until he does he will develop the young players until it is their turn to start.

That's not exactly rocket science. THE recruits have definitely improved over the past couple of years for North Texas. If you know what you're talking about (and they aren't just recruiting anyone who wants to come and play) our new recruits have been recruited for more than just the availability/competitive talent to play RIGHT NOW. This isn't the NFL. There's a big big difference in a 18 year old whois an awesome high school athlete and shows collegiate potential in speed, strength and agility and a 21 to 22 year old that the program has had the ability to mold for a couple of years. And they quite possibly recruit players for a different positions that they hold in high school.

If you base your intelligence strictly off of rivals and Yahoo Sports, you're missing significant details.

[All About UNT]

That signature still makes me laugh every time.

[BillySee58]

That's not exactly rocket science. THE recruits have definitely improved over the past couple of years for North Texas. If you know what you're talking about (and they aren't just recruiting anyone who wants to come and play) our new recruits have been recruited for more than just the availability/competitive talent to play RIGHT NOW. This isn't the NFL. There's a big big difference in a 18 year old whois an awesome high school athlete and shows collegiate potential in speed, strength and agility and a 21 to 22 year old that the program has had the ability to mold for a couple of years. And they quite possibly recruit players for a different positions that they hold in high school.

If you base your intelligence strictly off of rivals and Yahoo Sports, you're missing significant details.

I love it! Hope John has the fiery intensity to prove the recruiting websites that you do. Actually, that's probably where you got that from.

Personally, I factor in a player's offer list, film, and his recruiting site rankings in that offer with the first two subject to alternation. I trust a player's offer list before I trust my personal evaluation of his film, because I cede that I am not a professional talent evaluator. Just a college kid who played in high school and has watched college football obsessively since I was 7.

When a player has been recruited over it means that a player has been passed on the depth chart by a younger player. Some freshman come in bigger and/or faster than a 21 or 22 year old could ever get. This is a good thing for the program and means that recruiting is improving. An example is Darvin Kidsy playing over seniors like Pleasant and Caldwell. Cyril Lemon starting as a true freshman is another example. John playing as a freshman is an example too, make no mistake about it.

Diamond in the roughs are great to have, especially the ones that pan out. But it's also great to get highly-rated guys who a lot of people want and can contribute early like Zach Orr and Cyril Lemon.

[SSP]

Love it all you want but talking crap about recruits and our recruiting standards does nothing but help hurt our program. He and OUR RECRUITS don't need your subpar high school expertise or recruiting websites to know where he needs to be. It does however, hinder hinder relationships that these parents and family members form with our staff and our university when you publicly slander them. I know as fact that our players and our recruits read this forum. Please be mindful of that as you post.

As a side note: not all offers are exposed publicly. And if you're judging strictly on film I would revise past statements on SEVERAL RECRUITED PLAYERS THREADS.

Edited October 18, 2013 by SSP

[UNT90]

Love it all you want but talking crap about recruits and our recruiting standards does nothing but help hurt our program. He and OUR RECRUITS don't need your subpar high school expertise or recruiting websites to know where he needs to be. It does however, hinder hinder relationships that these parents and family members form with our staff and our university when you publicly slander them. I know as fact that our players and our recruits read this forum. Please be mindful of that as you post.

Wait...

I thought you were the official height/weight measurer for Rivals?

So confused.

[SSP]

Wait...

I thought you were the official height/weight measurer for Rivals?

So confused.

Give me a break, 90. You know as well as I do that that's BS. I'm 6'1 in heels.

[All About UNT]

Give me a break, 90. You know as well as I do that that's BS. I'm 6'1 in heels.

you heard it here first GoMeanGreeners.... John Schilleci's brother wears heels.

[UNT90]

Give me a break, 90. You know as well as I do that that's BS. I'm 6'1 in heels.

Not talking about you

And, by the way, I'm 6'7" in stripper heels. Not really a valid height.

Edited October 18, 2013 by UNT90