DeSoto 3-star DL Byron Murphy taking notice of heightened SMU brand
DeSoto defensive lineman Byron Murphy is among the many prospects paying attention to SMU's brand, which is aiming to keep local players close to home.
The slogans and hashtags featuring "Pony Up, Dallas" and "Triple D 21" have been the loud drumbeat of a strong spring recruiting campaign for head coach Sonny Dykes and his staff. As the commitments continue to roll in — 10 as of Wednesday evening, and seven this month alone — the branding is starting to rub off on recruits.
DeSoto defensive lineman Byron Murphy is among the prospects gravitating toward SMU for this reason. In fact, he borrowed a direct line from fellow DeSoto product James Proche to describe his excitement around the Mustangs.
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