David Santos

6-0, 200, LB, Spring, Texas (Klein Collins HS)

 

Linebacker David Santos is one of the top defensive prospects in the state of Texas. The 6-0, 200-pound Santos helped Klein Collins High to an 11-1 record and district championship, before a loss in the second round of the Class 5A state playoffs. Santos' play was a key part of the success of Coach Drew Svoboda's team. Santos racked up 136 total tackles in 2010, including 86 solo stops. He also had 13 tackles for loss, six sacks and a pair of pass breakups. Santos earned District 13 Defensive MVP honors for his effort and was also the Houston Touchdown Club's Defensive Player of the Year. He was also a first-team Class 5A all-state selection according to OldCoach.com. He participated in the Offense-Defense All-America Game in South Carolina following his strong senior season. Santos' outstanding play was not limited to his senior season. In 2009, he made 107 total tackles, including 75 solo stops, 25 tackles for loss and had four sacks for a 12-1 team. Overall, Santos was a four-year letterwinner for the Tigers. Santos is ranked among the top 15 outside linebackers in the country by Rivals.com and among the top 40 linebackers by ESPN and Scout. Rivals.com also ranks him among the top 40 overall players in the state of Texas. Santos committed to Nebraska last summer and did not take any other visits, but had a host of offers, including Arkansas, Kansas and Utah to name a few. Santos was born on June 22, 1992, and is the son of Rosalind and David Santos Sr.