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Recruiting Scoop: Focus on Future QBs and the State of Texas' Loaded 2027 Class

On3 imageby:Justin Wells•05/30/25
Gunner Rivers
Gunner Rivers. (courtesy of Rivers)

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian is starting to narrow down his quarterback targets for the 2027 class. At the same time, the Longhorns are keeping close tabs on several promising in-state prospects to build a strong early foundation.

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This episode of the Inside Texas football recruiting scoop centers on the highly anticipated summer camp that marks the official start of the college football recruiting push for the class of 2027 and beyond. The inside look reveals how Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and his staff strategically streamline recruiting efforts by consolidating multiple camps into a single one-day event focused on evaluating top high school talent, especially quarterbacks, in a highly competitive atmosphere. The camp is critical for prospects to earn offers and demonstrate their skills live, a process exemplified by past recruits like Dia Bell who prioritized attending to secure a Texas offer.

The discussion highlights key quarterback targets including Kavian Bryant from Palestine Westwood, whose unique skillset and multi-sport potential make him a high-profile recruit facing competition from programs like Florida State. Another emergent quarterback prospect is Colton Nussmeier from Flower Mound’s Marcus High School, noted for his size, athleticism, and family football pedigree, making him a strong contender to remain in-state for college. Additionally, the prospect of Gunnar Rivers, son of NFL legend Philip Rivers, could add a dramatic edge to the competition if he appears at the camp.

Beyond quarterbacks, the episode drills down on three top-rated non-quarterback prospects expected to attend the camp: offensive tackle Kennedy Brown from Kingwood, defensive tackle Jalen Brewster from Cedar Hill, and cornerback John Meredith from Euless Trinity. Each player is highly ranked nationally and holds Texas offers, signaling Texas’s robust strategy of building a strong core of homegrown talent near Austin. The hosts underscore the significance of these camps for fans and recruiters alike to become familiar with the new wave of elite prospects whose reputations are emerging as their junior seasons approach.

Finally, the episode explains that recruiting evaluations intensify over the summer, with camps and road visits enabling coaches to narrow their lists before fall game assessments. The Inside Texas platform will continue to cover developments closely, providing updates, analysis, and in-depth profiles as recruiting heats up.

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