Naaman Forest QB Braylon Deal: 1,400 Yards Passing Before Heading to TCU

TCU signed Braylon Deal to play wide receiver. Naaman Forest had other plans.

With the Rangers in need of a quarterback heading into this season, Deal stepped behind center and has been one of the more versatile stories in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The Garland ISD standout has thrown for over 1,400 yards and 12 touchdowns, helping Naaman Forest into the playoffs.

It's a different role than the one he played a year ago, when Deal split time between quarterback and receiver, hauling in 26 catches and six touchdown receptions. That dual-threat background has clearly translated to his development as a passer.

When his high school career wraps up, Deal heads to Fort Worth to join the Horned Frogs—this time as a full-time wide receiver, reuniting with his brother Markis, who is already on the TCU roster. For now, though, he's got a playoff run to finish first.