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Texas lands game-changing 5-star linebacker in major recruiting victory

The Longhorns officially obtained a commitment from one of their top 2026 targets in elite linebacker prospect Tyler Atkinson.
ByMatthew Wilson|
Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) celebrates after a sack during the second quarter of the College Football Playoff semifinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) celebrates after a sack during the second quarter of the College Football Playoff semifinal against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Grayson HS (Loganville, GA) 5-star LB Tyler Atkinson has officially committed to the University of Texas, and he immediately becomes the highest ranked recruit in the 2026 class ahead of American Heritage HS (Fort Lauderdale) QB Dia Bell.

Atkinson brings his elite athleticism, versatility, and football IQ to DC Pete Kwiatkowski's defense in 2026, and he'll undoubtedly have a chance to start as a true freshman depending on Anthony Hill Jr.'s NFL plans.

He has the ability to play both MIKE and WILL for the Longhorns, with a frame (6'2", 215 lbs.) to handle a decent workload at either spot early on in his career.

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