Top Texas recruits in the updated 2026 Rivals Industry Rankings

To no surprise, the state of Texas is once again loaded with high school football talent in the 2026 cycle.

According to the 2026 Rivals Industry Ranking, there are 48 blue-chip prospects in the Lone Star State. Of those 48 recruits, 46 are currently committed.

In-state programs have won out for their respective top targets. Texas Tech, Houston, Texas and Texas A&M all have in-state standouts in their classes. Oregon and USC are among the others doing well on the trail in the Lone Star State thus far.

Below are the top Texas prospects in the 2026 cycle:

1. OT Felix Ojo — Texas Tech commit

School: Lake Ridge
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 12 NATL. (No. 3 OT)

Scouting Summary: “Developmental offensive tackle with the frame, length, and physicality to develop into a top prospect at the position. Measured in at around 6-foot-6, 275 pounds with plus length before his senior season. Has a lean, long frame and should be able to add considerable mass once in a college strength program. Pairs his long arms with outstanding hand strength to stun defenders on contact. Punch is palpable, both on film and in the camp setting. Latches onto defensive linemen and manipulates them to his will. Plays with a nasty edge, working to finish blocks. Flashes dominance as a run blocker. Play strength, length, and solid athleticism point to upside in pass protection.

…Showed considerable growth in his game from his sophomore to junior seasons. Will need to improve his lower body flexibility as he can play high and displays some hip stiffness. The youngest top offensive tackle prospect in the cycle, turning 18 years old in July prior to his freshman season of college football. Rapid rate of improvement and notable strengths give him one of the higher upsides among 2026 offensive tackles.”

2. QB Keisean Henderson — Houston commit

School: Legacy SSS
On3 Industry Ranking: No. 18 NATL. (No. 4 QB)

Elite 11 Review: “Henderson owns one of the highest upsides among the Elite 11 Finalists. The Houston commit is a loose coordinated athlete with a strong arm. Henderson had highlight moments on each day of action, making some of the best throws we saw all week. His pass on a deep corner route during his pro day was the best throw we saw on Day 2. He was very aggressive during 7-on-7, finishing 14 of 25 with three touchdowns and zero interceptions. Initially considered as an athlete prospect, Henderson has blossomed into a promising quarterback and has made nice strides with his mechanics over the past year. We’re eager to see if he can carry those improvements into the fall during his senior season.”

3. RB KJ Edwards — Texas A&M commit

School: Carthage
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 51 NATL. (No. 4 RB)

About: As a junior, he rushed for 1,789 yards and 23 TDs while averaging an eye-popping 12.6 yards per carry. He showed off his skills in the receiving game as well, adding 30 receptions for 383 yards and 3 TDs as Carthage won the Class 4A-Division II state title. Over the course of his three-year career, Edwards has amassed more than 4,000 rushing yards and 54 touchdowns while averaging better than 11 yards per attempt.

4. WR Boobie Feaster — USC commit

School: DeSoto
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 52 NATL. (No. 5 WR)

Feaster on his decision: “If you look at the history of USC, they have the most Heismans at a school (8). Coach Simmons has worked with so many greats — Dede Westbrook, Michael Crabtree, CeeDee Lamb. These are Hall of Famers,” he told Rivals’ Sam Spiegelman. “He’s been trusting me since the seventh grade and he’s been around me since then. I trust in him and believe in him — and it went a long way.”

5. IOL John Turntine — Texas commit

School: North Crowley
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 55 NATL. (No. 2 IOL)

Turntine on his decision: “I had to ask myself what do I truly want — and that was to become a great football player,” He told Rivals. “I want to keep pushing myself to the next level and I felt like Texas checks all those boxes,” he continued. “I can get a great degree after football is over, with a chance to be developed by the best coaching staff in the nation and become a beast … At Texas, I can become something I never even knew was possible … something I dreamed of … and I can become that there.”

6. ATH Jalen Lott — Oregon commit

School: Panther Creek
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 57 NATL. (No. 3 ATH)

Lott talks commitment: “They have been coming at me pretty hard and coach Lanning and coach Ross (Douglas) are great guys. Playing under them, I can really separate myself,” Lott told Rivals of his decision to commit to the Ducks … If I ball out and make a name for myself, everything will fall into place. It will all gravitate toward me,” he continued. “I don’t want anything handed to me. I wanna shake it up and make a name for myself.”

7. WR Davian Groce

School: Lone Star
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 60 NATL. (No. 6 WR)

The Skinny: The recruitment of Groce has been more lowkey than most, but the blue-chip pass-catcher has gotten an in-depth look at his top contenders this summer. It’s down to Baylor, Florida, Houston and Oklahoma, and according to Rivals’ Sam Spiegelman, a decision could be on the horizon. The Sooners are trending in the Rivals Recruiting Prediction Machine.

8. EDGE Jamarion Carlton — Baylor commit

School: Temple
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 62 NATL. (No. 11 EDGE)

Carlton on his decision: “It’s family down there. They make you feel love. Everything about it is love,” he told Rivals about the Bears. “I love how they communicate. Every Monday morning I get a big text from the whole coaching staff. They have been consistent with contact a lot … I love how they practice. They’re gonna have a good year this year … they’re gonna be up there in the Big 12.”

9. QB Bowe Bentley — Oklahoma commit

School: Celina
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 67 NATL. (No. 6 QB)

Elite 11 Review: “Bentley elevated his game during the competitive portions of the Elite 11 Finals. He was solid on Day 1, but came alive on the final two days. Bentley turned in one of the cleaner pro day sessions on Day 2, as he was on target on 18 of his 20 passes. No Elite 11 Finalist moved at a faster pace than Bentley during 7-on-7. The state champion signal caller zipped through his reads and showed off noticeably quick processing ability.”

10. ATH Jermaine Bishop Jr. — Texas commit

School: Willis
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 70 NATL. (No. 5 ATH)

About: Bishop did not announce a commitment date, instead ripping a pledge to the Longhorns on May 14, kickstarting some momentum on the trail for Steve Sarkisian and Co. It remains to be seen where Bishop will slot in at the next level, as he dominates as both a wide receiver and defensive back for Willis High. He checks in as the No. 6 commit in Texas’ 2026 class to date.

Other top prospects in Texas this cycle

11. DL Jaimeon Winfield — USC commit
12. RB Jonathan Hatton Jr. — Texas A&M commit
13. QB Jake Fette — Arizona State commit
14. RB Tradarian Ball — Oregon commit
15. CB Jamarion Vincent — Baylor commit

16. RB Javian Osborne — Notre Dame commit
17. WR Kaydon Finley — Notre Dame commit
18. EDGE Kevin Ford — Florida commit
19. EDGE Landon Barnes — Ole Miss commit
20. WR Chase Campbell