Rob Thompson understands the burden upon his shoulders.
When you’re the senior quarterback at Webster Groves, the spotlight shines bright. Thompson, No. 26 in the Post-Dispatch Super 30, said he is up for the challenge.
“The pressure, you can feel the difference,†Thompson said.
As a junior, the 6-foot-2, 200-pound Thompson passed for 2,593 yards, 25 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. He also rushed for seven touchdowns and 132 yards.
The Statesmen return a healthy chunk of their team from last year, and expectations are high as always.
Webster Groves is one true standout in a murky Class 5 field. A year after his season ended in the semifinals against Parkway Central and a Turkey Day beating at the hands of Kirkwood, Thompson wants to finish this year on top.
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“We were embarrassed,†Thompson said. “We want to finish the deal.â€
Thompson has received interest from several NCAA FCS (formerly I-AA) schools but has yet to secure an offer. Missouri State, Northern Iowa, Southern Illinois and Butler are among those talking to Thompson.