Commit Updates: Clutch performance by Noyer

In windy weather, Sam Noyer was not able to rack up a lot of passing yards in Beaverton's game against Tualatin in the second-round of the 6A Oregon state playoffs last Friday, but the Colorado quarterback commit came up big when it mattered most.

Beaverton gambled on fourth-and-6 at its 24-yard line late in the fourth quarter, and Noyer rolled out right and hit a receiver for a 14-yard gain. Less than a minute later, with just 3:07 remaining on the clock, the Beavers' offense faced another critical play. On fourth-and-13 at their 35, Noyer threw a 68-yard touchdown pass, then engineered a successful two-point conversion. Beaverton hung on to win, 21-14.

"Our coaches knew that we wanted the ball in our hands at that point. We didn't want to punt the ball and just let them run out the clock because they were leading by one," Noyer recapped. "It was a great play call and I was rolling out left and our offensive line did a great job and I saw one of my playmakers open, got him the ball and let him do the rest."

The win was Beaverton's ninth of the season. Noyer also had a team-high 66 rushing yards on 14 carries, including a 36-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. He finished with 136 passing yards.

"It is definitely a big win for the team. We haven't had a win like that at Beaverton since 2008," Noyer said. "This has definitely been a very successful season. It has been a lot of fun to enjoy this with my teammates for sure."

The Beavers will face top-ranked Jesuit in the state quarterfinals. Less than a month ago, the Crusaders defeated Beaverton on their home field, 70-0. What did Noyer learn from their first-match up against Jesuit that they can use this time around?

"Just the fact that we have to score early. We obviously didn't score against them at all, but if we score on a few of those early drives, I think it would have been a different ballgame," he said. "We definitely have to take advantage when we have the ball and just put points on the board and see what happens.

"They are the best team in the state so they're a good team but last time I don't think we came out there prepared for them. I do think they're good, but I don't think they are good enough to beat us 70-0 again."

Noyer joined the Buffaloes' commitment list in early June. He has attended two of Colorado's contests this season and he has watched the Buffs' other games on television.

"Obviously they are doing a lot of things right. It has been tough, they have been so close with a lot of games and there is definitely frustration, I can tell," Noyer said. "But it is a blessing to have an opportunity to play for them. I think the coaching staff is doing a great job and I am excited to get up to Boulder in June."

Noyer plans to take his official visit to Colorado during the weekend of Dec. 4.

Wow! 4TH & 13 this time from own 35, result: Noyer 65 td pass.. Whatta game 21-14 BHS #K2Blitz pic.twitter.com/NLbwqm8KuI- Nate Bynum (@NateBynumKATU) November 14, 2015Updates on other 2016 CU commits

Defensive back Ronnie Blackmon - Had 72 all-purpose yards, and recorded three tackles and one pass break-up, as Westlake destroyed Lakeside, 76-20, in the first-round of the 6A Georgia state playoffs. The Lions will face Peachtree Ridge in the second-round this Friday. Blackmon has accounted for 905 all-purpose yards and five interceptions on the season. You can watch a clip of one of his punt returns against Westlake below:

🕹 ⭕️BUTTON pic.twitter.com/7dZm5T242g- Ronnie Blackmon (@smooth_ronnie4) November 13, 2015Linebacker Akil Jones - Recorded his 14th sack of the season but Valley Christian fell to West Catholic League rival Serra, 42-21, last weekend. The Warriors will face Los Gatos, which also won seven regular season games, in the first round of the playoffs. Jones has also recorded 57 tackles and two fumble recoveries so far as a senior. You can watch two clips of him in action against Serra below:

Athlete Patrick Taylor Jr. - Rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown on just 16 carries, and also had a 14 yard reception, as Atascocita beat Klein Collins, 32-27, in the first round of the 6A D1 Texas state playoffs. The Eagles will face off against Cedar Ridge next. In eight games of action as a senior, Taylor has accounted for 1,122 yards of offense and 13 touchdowns. You can watch clips of him in action against Klein Collins below:

God just keep on blessing me... pic.twitter.com/2CQukZNmPk- PATRICK TAYLOR JR (@__PatrickJr) November 16, 2015Athlete Trey Udoffia - Had 75 yards of offense in Del Oro's 34-28 win over Whitney in the first-round of the San-Joaquin Section Division II playoffs. The Golden Eagles will play Wood this weekend. In 11 games so far as a senior, Udoffia has accounted for 705 yards of offense, 30 tackles and eight touchdowns.

Defensive back Craig Watts - Recorded 10 tackles, including five for a loss, helping Admiral Farragut Academy to a dominating 34-0 victory over Carrollwood Day in the first-round of the Class 2A Florida state playoffs. The Blue Jackets will play Cambridge Christian in the second-round. Watch clips of Watts in action against Carrollwood Day below:

Lineman Terriek Roberts - Helped Denver South to a 40-14 victory over Ponderosa in the first-round of the 4A Colorado state playoffs. The Rebels will face Longmont in the quarterfinals this Saturday afternoon. Roberts earned first-team all-league honors as an offensive lineman and will be a top candidate for all-state recognition.

On to the next good team win 🏈💪💍- Terriek Roberts (@Reik_Havoc54) November 15, 2015Offensive lineman Chance Lytle - Manning Churchill's left tackle spot, and playing situationally on the defensive line, Lytle helped the Chargers to six wins this fall. They lost to Judson, 40-13, in the first-round of the 6A D1 Texas state playoffs last Friday.

Wide receiver Derrion Rakestraw - Accounted for 988 all-purpose yards, including 659 receiving yards, and scored six touchdowns in 10 games as a senior. Sequoyah won its final two games of the regular season but failed to make the playoffs. You can watch Rakestraw's senior highlight reel below:

Next season... 😈 #GoBuffs- Derrion ☁️ (@Derrixn) November 7, 2015Wide receiver Johnny Huntley and athlete Anthony Julmisse - After winning three of their first four games, South Plantation lost its final six contests. Playing on a very young team, Huntley and Julmisse still managed to make countless big plays. You can watch their senior highlight reels below:

Click It's been real💜💛 pic.twitter.com/8o9edTqzn7- AJ® (@FloridabredAnt) November 8, 2015Here to view this Link.