Class 3A: Landon Nault's production doesn't lie

Kingfisher standout has been a starter since he was a freshman. He rushed for 1,516 yards last season.
By Scott Wright Published: August 26, 2012

photo - Kingfisher's Landon Nault. Photo By Steve Gooch, The Oklahoman <strong>Steve Gooch - The Oklahoman</strong>
Kingfisher's Landon Nault. Photo By Steve Gooch, The Oklahoman Steve Gooch - The Oklahoman

Kingfisher running back Landon Nault isn't one of those players who passes the “eye test” coaches like to talk about.

He isn't 6-foot-2 and a rippled 220 pounds. He's not a weight room freak show.

Nault is more in the neighborhood of 5-foot-9, though he's got a solid 175-pound build. And he'll bust his tail in the weight room.

But his production shows best under the Friday night lights.

Nault has been a starter for the Yellowjackets since he was a freshman, helping that team to the state finals. Now a junior, he could be in line for MVP status.

He rushed for 1,517 yards and 25 touchdowns on 198 carries last year. He caught 27 passes for 346 yards and three TDs. Even picked off a pass and made 22 tackles in limited defensive action.

If you're looking for something negative on Nault's stat line, his punting average wasn't great and his only pass attempt fell incomplete.

Otherwise, Nault simply gets the job done.

“Last year, he had a successful season, because he was a lot more comfortable after his freshman year,” coach Jeff Myers said. “We expect big things from him this year, because he has been in the weight room. You can see the difference, as far as how much muscle he's been able to put on.”

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Endorsements for Landon Nault

John Marshall coach Bruce Troxell: “My son played baseball with him in American Legion ball after Landon's freshman year. I saw him run, just dreading that I'd have to see him for three more years. He runs the ball the same way he pitches — just a bulldog. That's the biggest compliment I can give him. He's tough, just a gamer. He's a good kid and a good football player. If he doesn't play Week 5 against us, it won't hurt my feelings at all.”

Kingfisher quarterback Grant Newton: “Landon has been starting for two years at running back, a strong, fast runner. He's worked so hard this offseason, the hardest worker of anybody I know. He's gotten bigger, faster and stronger. We're expecting a lot from him. He'll definitely be productive t his year.”

Kingfisher offensive lineman Mitch Henderson: “He surprises people. He's an athlete, so quick and strong. He's just devoted to the game.”

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