Texas poised to strike after in-state OL target bails on Michigan commitment

As Steve Sarkisian and Texas continue searching for high-impact offensive line recruits for the 2027 class, one might have potentially fallen right into their lap. Southlake Carroll HS (Southlake, TX) OG Tristan Dare just decommitted from Michigan, opening up a window for Kyle Flood to move in on the high-end 3-star IOL prospect.

Dare is currently ranked as the No.44 overall IOL prospect in the 2027 class, and he has the flexibility to play both guard and/or center at the collegiate level.

At 6'3.5", 290 lbs., he has excellent size for the position, and he has a solid frame that could easily support another 20-25 pounds without hindering his athleticism.

He's an absolute mauler in the run game, driving defenders off the ball with excellent torque and leg drive on a consistent basis. It's easy to tell that he prides himself on driving opponents into the ground, and it's a huge reason why he's getting so much interest despite "only" being a 3-star recruit.

Dare's overall technique is fairly advanced as well, making him a joy to watch on tape. Everything from his stance to pass sets, to lateral movement, and his overall effort on each snap is incredibly intriguing and makes you wonder how he's not ranked higher as a prospect. His snatch/trap move in pass pro is already refined as well, and that's something that usually takes some time to perfect as a high school recruit.

He looks like collegiate offensive lineman playing high school football in most aspects right now, and it would be incredibly odd to see Kyle Flood look past someone like Dare. The Longhorns need to find a long-term answer at both center and offensive guard, and Dare undoubtedly shows the potential to be that type of player for Texas.

The Navy All-American also holds offers from Ohio State, Florida, Oklahoma, and Washington, so Texas needs to get going if it wants a shot at landing the local star.