The #2 Sophomore Linebacker In Texas: Riley Pettijohn

Riley Pettijohn is a 4 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at McKinney High School. Pettijohn is ranked as the 54th best recruit in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 10 Linebacker in the class as well. In addition, Pettijohn is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Texas and is listed as the #2 Linebacker in the state of Texas. He holds offers from schools such as Notre Dame, LSU and Florida.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role model in life is my dad.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I usually listen to Rod Wave, NBA YoungBoy or Lil Baby pregame.

What are the strengths of your game?

My strengths are speed and tackling.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory was scoring a game winning touchdown in little league.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve played with is Keldric Luster.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Go 100% in anything you do.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would travel to Africa.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 7 years old when I fell in love with the game.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would want to meet LeBron James.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment was the Marshawn Lynch Beast Quake.