Texas Colleges - Represented in 2014 NFL Draft




The 2014 NFL draft is being well-represented by Texas colleges.  This does not take into consideration the Texas athletes that are playing for schools outside of the state.  The order you see below is based on their draft grade.

The draft will be held on May 8-10


GRADE
TITLE
9.00-10 Once-in-lifetime player
8.00-8.99 Perennial All-Pro
7.50-7.99 Future All-Pro
7.00-7.49 Pro Bowl-caliber player
6.50-6.99 Chance to become Pro Bowl-caliber player
6.00-6.49 Should become instant starter
5.50-5.99 Chance to become NFL starter
5.20-5.49 NFL backup or special teams potential
5.01-5.19 Better-than-average chance to make NFL roster
5 50-50 Chance to make NFL roster
4.75-4.99 Should be in an NFL training camp
4.50-4.74 Chance to be in an NFL training camp
NO GRADE Likely needs time in developmental league.


PLAYER
POS
HT
WT
COLLEGE
GRADE
OT
6'5"
308
Texas A&M
7.2
WR
6'5"
231
Texas A&M
6.4
QB
6'0"
207
Texas A&M
6.1
CB
5'9"
189
TCU
5.9
TE
6'5"
265
Texas Tech
5.5
OG
6'5"
329
Baylor
5.4
SS
6'0"
212
Baylor
5.2
RB
5'9"
201
Baylor
5.2
CB
6'0"
193
Rice
5.2
WR
6'0"
197
Texas
5.2
DE
6'3"
247
Texas
5.2
DE
6'3"
267
West Texas A&M
5.2
WR
5'10"
163
Baylor
5.1
WR
5'9"
188
North Texas
5.1
CB
5'11"
180
Texas
5.1
DT
6'3"
269
Texas
5.1
OLB
6'3"
241
Texas A&M
5.1
WR
5'9"
184
West Texas A&M
5.1
CB
5'11"
194
Baylor
5
K
6'2"
185
Rice
5
CB
6'0"
190
SMU
5
QB
6'4"
221
SMU
5
CB
5'11"
182
Tarleton St.
5
OG
6'3"
307
Texas
5
RB
5'8"
193
Texas A&M
5
K
6'1"
211
Texas
4.9
DT
6'2"
290
Texas Tech
4.9
QB
6'5"
235
West Texas A&M
4.9
TE
6'6"
256
Baylor
4.8
DE
6'4"
249
Rice
4.8
RB
5'9"
207
Sam Houston St.
4.8
OT
6'4"
295
Texas
4.8
DT
6'3"
274
Texas St.
4.8
QB
6'4"
216
TCU
4.7
WR
6'0"
183
West Texas A&M
4.7

*All grades are from NFL.com 

'Master' Willie Nelson - 5th Degree Black Belt

Ralph Barrera/AP
Source: Dallas Morning News
Published: 29 April 2014 11:27 AM

The country music icon who turns 81 this week received his fifth-degree black belt in the martial art of Gong Kwon Yu Sul on Monday night, parking his tour bus outside the Austin studio of his instructor who began teaching him two decades ago.
Nelson didn’t show off his chops but Grand Master Sam Um assured a packed room that the “Red Headed Stranger” could hold his own against anyone. As is typically the case wherever Nelson goes, other celebrities were close: this time Austin resident Lance Armstrong tiptoed past parents of other students to see his fellow Texan honored.
“Honestly, I was surprised to be getting this degree,” Nelson said on his bus before the ceremony. “I don’t know what else is out there. I never thought about anything beyond second-degree black belt.”
Nelson’s birthday is Wednesday — though he’s claimed before that the date is really April 29, a day earlier. He said a doctor gave him a clean bill of health earlier Monday during an annual exam.
The singer gives martial arts a lot of credit for that. Although off stage he’s more famously known for more mellow interests — like smoking pot — Nelson said he stays physical whenever possible. He’s also a runner and avid bike rider.  (Finish Story... Read More >>)
The Associated Press

Do214.com - DFW Music, Food, Charity & Happy Hour Events


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To launch their Do214 brand, they hosted an event at Trees Dallas, in Deep Ellum.  The screaming Eagle of Soul, Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires headlined the night with RC & the Gritz and DJ Rerog opening up the event.  There was ice cold tall boys from PBR and tasty grub from Easy Slider & Bombay Street food trucks.  Hand-drawn shirts by Tumbleweed TexStyles and inked by Pan Ector were available for purchase as well.  There was also a live mural and photo booth by Photomadic.



The Delish Dish Dallas: Chino Chinatown



Dallas is home to an array of delicious cuisines and each speaks to the different palates of the various customers. Chino Chinatown’s executive Chef, Uno Immanivong, creates a uniquely colorful Latin Asian dining experience in the hopping Trinity Groves area. My husband, along with a pair of our closest friends, had a wonderful time from start to finish. Parking, which we all know can ruin the dining experience before it starts, was no trouble and before we knew it we were all sitting comfortably at the bar having red wine suggested by the bartender. As the night progressed, we found the bartender and our server could provide a wealth of knowledge about the drinks and food at Chino Chinatown. Each wine suggested paired perfectly with our food and we were asked to taste the wines before we committed. We all found this to be a welcome request and one that made us feel that our satisfaction was a priority. When we dove into the menu, the whole table was excited to see a plethora of choices. My friend that was joining us is gluten free. Not only did she have a ton of gluten free options to choose from, but the waiter also informed us that most of the entrees could be easily manipulated into gluten free versions. We started out with the duck fat yucca fries and chicken lollipops. The fries were crispy on the outside and had a soft inside; the texture that any respectable fry should have. The dipping sauce was a siraracha ketchup mix that generated the perfect amount of kick without our party reaching for water after every bite! The tasty chicken lollipops also delivered a crispy texture and married both a sweet and savory quality that kept the whole table talking about their deliciousness. Next up was the duck fat fried rice. This is not your everyday fried rice and I mean that in the best way possible. It is full of bountiful shrimp, roasted pork, and a sunny side up egg that the server slices up and tosses into the dish. Who knew a side dish could be such a vital part of a meal?! Finally, our main courses arrived each with its own personality and flair. My girlfriend and I both had the sweet chili glazed sea bass which were cooked perfectly and paired with a Chinese broccoli. My husband tried the steamed buns which were pillowy soft, light, and delicious. My friend’s husband had the short ribs and by the look of his emptied plate, I would say he thoroughly enjoyed every bite. At the closure of our meal, I noticed Chef Uno busy in the kitchen. When our server came back I asked if it was possible to snap a quick photo with her and thank her for such an amazing meal. Just like her cooking Chef Uno was warm and delightful and jumped right into our photo like a long lost girlfriend. Before she left our table she asked if we were having some dessert and when she found out we had not ordered any she sent one over to our table. The cheesecake she sent over had a small kick of jalapeno and a bruleed topping. It really was one of the creamiest cheesecakes I have ever eaten and satisfied the sweet tooth of all. With summer quickly approaching and meal times become a bit less rushed, head out to Trinity Groves and try out Chino Chinatown, the food and service will be well worth the visit. Chino Chinatown at Trinity Groves #110 3011 Gulden Ln. Dallas, TX 75212 469-513-7457

DFW Live Music Scene - 4/19

There are some great lineups in the DFW area tonight.  Here are just a few that we recommend you check out:

Old 97's - AT&T Performing Arts Center (Dallas)


The O's - Love and War in Texas (Plano)


Williams Clark Green - Hank's Texas Grill (McKinney)


Green River Ordinance - House of Blues (Dallas)

Texas Tech's Kingsbury Challenges Players

Looks like Texas Tech's Kliff Kingsbury is making national news again since his comparisons to Ryan Gosling.  In an effort to stay relevant and to connect with his players, Kingsbury challenges his players to a 'stanky-leg' dance off.

Check out the video:

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