2007 accomplishments: Set the city single-season record with 3,374 yards. ... His 45 touchdowns were the third-best total in city annals. ... Joins Judson standout Jerod Douglas, whose record he broke, as the only other repeat winner since the E-N began naming players of the year in 1985. ... Finished second on the city's career rushing list with 7,099 yards. ... Ended career with 25-straight 100-yard games, the sixth-longest in state history.

How does it feel to repeat as OPOY? It's a great honor. I didn't really think much about it until now. It's something I appreciate. The standard of football is a lot higher here than it is in a lot of other places, so to be the best offensive player means a lot.

Quotable: "For his size, he's got tremendous strength. He did a great job running through tackles. His persistence was amazing. ... Of course, with his speed, once he got into the open, he was gone. I'm excited to see him graduate." — O'Connor coach Danny Padron

—Other candidates: Ryan Perez, New Braunfels quarterback; Cody Renken, Smithson Valley wide receiver; Stephen Salinas, Southwest running back; Devin Thomas, Madison running back; Logan Vick, Kerrville Tivy wide receiver/kicker

- Dan McCarney