FIRST-TEAM DEFENSE

DL Tyler Onyedim, Foster, Sr.

It seems Foster is gaining a reputation for dominant defensive lineman. Onyedim is headed to Iowa State.

DL Albert Regis, La Porte, Sr.

Once an all-district tight end for La Porte, Regis hopes to wreak havoc at Texas A&M. DL Aaron Brown, North Shore, Sr.

Brown may not have gotten enough attention considering all the talent at North Shore, but he was a key piece for the Mustangs’ defense.

DL Edward Bobino, Huntsville, Sr.

One of the state’s sack leaders regardless of class (20) and he added 27 tackles for a loss and 103 total tackles. He will play at Stephen F. Austin.

LB Terrence Cooks, Shadow Creek, Sr. The Texas commitment held steady in 2020 and leaves as a Class 5A Division I state champion from 2019.

LB Shepherd Bowling, Katy, Sr.

His “Griddy” after an interception in the Class 6A Division II state title game was flawless. But the Army commitment is much more than that as a leader on Katy’s championship defense.

LB Dylan Hazen, College Park, Sr.

The Conroe Courier’s player of the year helped College Park to a landmark season, including the Cavs’ first district title.

DB Denver Harris, North Shore, Jr.

The next big thing in Houston as far as recruiting is concerned and more. Harris will only be better in 2021.

DB Dalton Johnson, Katy, Sr.

Katy coach Gary Joseph has no issues raving about Johnson’s effect on his program. Johnson will play at Arizona.

DB Bryce McMorris, Bridgeland, Sr.

The Touchdown Club of Houston’s defensive player of the year is a high honor in the area. The SMU commitment had an outstanding season.

DB Adari Haulcy, Fort Bend

Marshall, Jr.

Haulcy had a monster 2020 and was among the state leaders in interceptions with seven — taking one for a touchdown. He did so mostly playing only in the first half of games this year.