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NFL Sunday Best: Former TXHSFB Stars Who Stood Out In Week 16

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Justin Tucker- K, Austin Westlake (Baltimore Ravens)

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Justin Tucker made all three of his field goals (long of 39) as the Ravens put themselves in good position to make the playoffs with the win over the Indianapolis Colts.

Andrew Sendejo, S, Smithson Valley (Minnesota Vikings)

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The Smithson Valley product was part of a strong defensive effort against the Green Bay Packers as he finished with five tackles in the 16-0 win on Saturday night.

Malcom Brown, DT, Brenham (New England Patriots)

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The Brenham product was part of an impressive pass rush for New England, finishing with six tackles and a sack in the win over Buffalo.

Elandon Roberts, LB, Port Arthur Memorial (New England Patriots)

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Another former Texas High School football star also had a solid effort of his own, finishing with six tackles on the day.

Ryan Grant, WR, Beaumont West Brook (Washington Redskins)

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Grant was the leading wide receiver for Washington on Sunday, catching four passes for 85 yards in the win over Denver.

Josh Doctson, WR, Mansfield Legacy (Washington Redskins)

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The Mansfield Legacy star finished with two catches for 61 yards and a touchdown in the win over the Denver Broncos.

Sam Acho, LB, Dallas St. Mark’s (Chicago Bears)

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The Chicago Bears were able to get plenty of pressure on the quarterback on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Acho finished Sunday’s game with four tackles, half a sack and five quarterback hits in the win.

WR Mike Evans, Galveston Ball, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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The Galveston Ball product finished with six catches for 107 yards in the game against the Carolina Panthers.

S Jamal Adams, Lewisville Hebron, New York Jets

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Adams was one of the leading tacklers for the New York Jets, finishing with seven tackles and a pass deflection against the Los Angeles Chargers.

WR Jakeem Grant, Mesquite Horn, Miami Dolphins

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The former Red Raider and Mesquite Horn Jaguar caught four passes for 107 yards and a 70-yard touchdown reception against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Drew Brees, QB, Austin Westlake

Weekly Motivation: Texas High School Football

Dec 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) gestures after a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Lions won, 35-27. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Drew Brees made even more history on Sunday as he broke the 70,000 yard passing mark for his career. In the game against the Atlanta Falcons, Brees threw for 239 yards and a touchdown as New Orleans clinched a playoff spot.

Randy Bullock, K, Klein (Cincinnati Bengals)

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Randy Bullock made all four of his field goal attempts, including a long of 51 yards in Cincinnati’s win over the Detroit Lions.

Michael Brockers, DL, Houston Chavez (LA Rams)

Oct 15, 2017; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Los Angeles Rams nose tackle Michael Brockers (90) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) during the second half at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Michael Brockers made four tackles and broke up a pass in the Rams win over the Tennessee Titans.

Solomon Thomas, DL, Coppell (49ers)

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Solomon Thomas put on one of his better performances on Sunday, finishing with six tackles and a sack in the win over Jacksonville.

Earl Thomas, S, West Orange-Stark (Seattle)

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The former West Orange-Stark star was all over the field for the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday as he led the team with 11 tackles. Seattle won to keep their playoff hopes alive.

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