Nebraska's recent struggles on the football field have not hurt its recruiting momentum.
The Cornhuskers landed a verbal commitment from Brandon Thompson, an offensive lineman from The Woodlands High School in Texas.
Thompson becomes the 24th commitment to the 2008 recruiting class and is rated as a three-star prospect, according to the recruiting Web site Rivals.com. Woodlands Coach Mark Schmid said Thompson will be a positive addition to the Husker offense.
"He's one of the best, if not the best, lineman I've ever coached in 21 years," Schmid said.
Thompson, a 6-foot-6, 285-pounder who can dunk a basketball, is ranked the 78th-best high school player in Texas, according to Rivals.com, and the 53rd-ranked offensive tackle in the nation.
Schmid said Woodlands High is well known for its potent rushing attack and Thompson is a big reason for that. He always creates a huge void in opposing defensive lines, but his strength might be his ability to pass block, Schmid added.
"He's a great pass blocker because of his huge wingspan," Schmid said.
The Woodlands' football team is 1-4 and averaging 18 points a game.
Thompson is well aware of the tradition and reputation of the offensive line at Nebraska, and that is partially the reason why he chose to become a Husker. NU Coach Bill Callahan's connections to the NFL are another big reason for Thompson's decision.
Schmid said Thompson is a very coachable and bright person who is disciplined on and off the field. He's not a vocal individual, but leads by example.
"He's one of the hardest working kids we have," Schmid said.
