The Texas Longhorns have successfully secured a top 10 recruiting class ahead of the 2026 National Signing Day, as reported by 247 Sports. The highlight of their early signing period is Jermaine Bishop, a five-star athlete from Willis High School. Bishop’s commitment bolsters a class that includes a total of twelve four-star recruits, showcasing the Longhorns’ commitment to building a competitive future under head coach Steve Sarkisian.
As the Longhorns prepare for the official signing day, anticipation grows around whether Sarkisian will add more elite talent to this already impressive roster. The program aims to build on its momentum and leverage the current recruiting landscape to attract even more top-tier athletes.
Overview of the 2026 Recruiting Class
The Longhorns’ recruiting class features a diverse array of talent from across the country. The complete list of signed players includes:
– Jermaine Bishop; ATH; 6-0; 160; 5 stars; (Willis/Willis)
– Tyler Atkinson; LB; 6-1; 217; 4 stars; (Grayson/Loganville, GA)
– Dia Bell; QB; 6-3.5; 205; 4 stars; (Mater Lakes Academy/Fort Lauderdale, FL)
– Kohen Brown; WR; 6-0; 195; 4 stars; (Waxahachie/Waxahachie)
– Jamarion Carlton; DL; 6-4.5; 260; 4 stars; (Temple/Temple)
– Derrek Cooper; RB; 6-1; 205; 4 stars; (Chaminade-Madonna/Hollywood, FL)
– Rocky Cummings; LB; 6-4; 220; 4 stars; (Carlsbad/Carlsbad, CA)
– Hayward Howard Jr.; CB; 6-2; 175; 4 stars; (Edna Karr/New Orleans, LA)
– James Johnson; DL; 6-2.5; 285; 4 stars; (Northwestern/Miami, FL)
– Samari Matthews; CB; 6-0.5; 190; 4 stars; (Hough/Cornelius, NC)
– Kosi Okpala; LB/EDGE; 6-2; 230; 4 stars; (Mayde Creek/Houston)
– John Turntine III; OT; 6-4; 270; 4 stars; (North Crowley/Fort Worth)
– Richard Wesley; EDGE; 6-5; 250; 4 stars; (Sierra Canyon/Chatsworth, CA)
– Elijah Ali; DL; 6-4; 285; 3 stars; (St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy/Downey, CA)
– Mikey Bukauskas; P; 6-3; 250; 3 stars; (Prosper/Prosper)
– Jake Collett; K; 6-0; 175; 3 stars; (Heritage/Ringgold, GA)
– Toray Davis; ATH; 6-1; 185; 3 stars; (Fairview/Boulder, CO)
– Charlie Jilek; TE; 6-5; 230; 3 stars; (Portage Central/Portage, MI)
– Trott O’Neal; LS; 6-2; 235; 3 stars; (Prestonwood Christian/Plano)
– Yaheim Riley; S; 5-11; 180; 3 stars; (Austin Anderson/Austin)
– Nicolas Robertson; IOL; 6-3; 335; 3 stars; (Klein/Spring)
– Kaden Scherer; IOL; 6-5.5; 285; 3 stars; (Georgetown/Georgetown)
– Chris Stewart; WR; 6-0; 175; 3 stars; (Shadow Creek/Pearland)
– Jett Walker; RB; 6-2; 225; 3 stars; (Georgetown/Georgetown)
With a strong emphasis on defensive and offensive positions, the Longhorns have managed to secure significant talent from multiple states, showcasing their ability to attract recruits beyond Texas. The current breakdown by state includes:
– Texas: 12
– California: 3
– Florida: 3
– Georgia: 2
– Colorado: 1
– Louisiana: 1
– Michigan: 1
– North Carolina: 1
In terms of player positions, the class is balanced, featuring one quarterback, two running backs, two wide receivers, one tight end, four offensive linemen, three defensive linemen, three linebackers, and a combination of defensive backs, punters, kickers, athletes, and long snappers.
As the Longhorns look to finalize their 2026 recruiting class, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if additional high-profile recruits will commit before the signing deadline. With a strong foundation already in place, the Longhorns aim to build a championship-caliber team that can compete at the highest levels of college football. For ongoing coverage of Texas football, readers can refer to resources such as The Dallas Morning News.
