ARLINGTON – Wednesday night at AT&T Stadium, the Shiner Comanches defended their 2A Division I state title against Hawley, pulling away in the second half to win 47-12. 

2022 Shiner DT Doug Brooks (6'0, 260) stood out in the win, making viral plays on offense and helping to shut down the Hawley offense. Many neutral onlookers have fallen in love with the big man because of his ability to rumble for big chunks of yards. 

Brooks ended the game with 210 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries to win Offensive Player of the Game. 

Scouting Report: Brooks has been causing havoc the last couple of years in the South Texas Crossroads region. As a two-way player, he's contributed in a big way. As a running back, he moves exceptionally well for his size, and it provides context for his athleticism as an overall player. His future lies on the defensive line, where he'll be an interior player at the next level. Undersized from a height standpoint, Brooks makes up for it with his physicality and strength. He's an immovable object on the front line. Brooks also competes in the shot put and discuss in track and field.

On the recruiting front, Brooks holds offers from Houston, UTSA, Colorado State and Army. However, Houston was the first to extend an offer back in July 2020.

With the early signing period commencing this week, Brooks told DCTF that he would be pushing his decision to February -- joining many recruits who will choose to take the extra amount of time to find a home at the next level.

Brooks reports that all four schools have been in touch with him this season, but it sounds like Houston has been the most consistent. 

Brooks informed that he talks to special teams coordinator Mark Scott about once a week; however, he emphasized that there is no particular favorite between the four schools at this point.

Brooks also mentioned Texas and Texas A&M are programs that have pinged him. His brother, Class of 2023 four-star Dalton Brooks (6'1, 175), holds offers from the Longhorns and Aggies.

Doug Brooks ends his high school career as a folk hero that many Texas High School Football fans will remember for years to come.