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Brody Sparks teams up with Malik Howard at Oak Ridge for title chase

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 8:29 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Brody Sparks teams up with Malik Howard at Oak Ridge for title chase

Summary

Brody Sparks left Carter to join Oak Ridge for his senior season, aiming for a TSSAA championship. Sparks, a 6-foot-2 quarterback, previously threw for over 2,000 yards last season and seeks to enhance his recruitment prospects by showcasing his skills at Oak Ridge. He has developed a strong connection with Tennessee commit Malik Howard, a four-star tight end, ahead of the new season. The two have trained together extensively and displayed their chemistry in recent 7-on-7 events. Oak Ridge is coming off a 9-2 season and aims to advance further in the playoffs this fall.

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By the Numbers

•Sparks left Carter for more visibility with college coaches.
•Sparks and Howard began training together in January.
•Howard had 53 catches for 778 yards last season.
•Oak Ridge went 9-2 last year, losing in the playoffs.
•Sparks believes they have one of the best receiving corps in the state.

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8:29 AMYahoo Sports — Brody Sparks joins Tennessee football commit Malik Howard to chase TSSAA title

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Brody Sparks left Carter to chase a TSSAA football state championship at Oak Ridge, and he's building a connection with Tennessee commit Malik Howard.
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