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Yesterday was an eventful one for the Texas Longhorns' 2027 recruiting class. While Texas did lose a commitment from linebacker Cade Haug, it picked

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Wellington (FL) Palm Beach Central four-star defensive lineman Tyler Alexander wrapped up his official visit to Texas this weekend and spent time

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Texas hosted another strong group of prospects on campus this past weekend, giving several recruits the chance to tour the facilities, meet with the

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Recruiting Humidor: Texas hosting targets, latest 2026 DL news

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James Johnson's stature, athleticism, and skill set as an attacking interior defensive lineman remind us of Devonte Wyatt. Johnson has more length than Wyatt. 

Well-rounded prospect with many positive indicators that make him the early favorite for the top defensive lineman in the 2026 cycle. Has a compact build at over 6-foot-2 and around 285 pounds. Owns compensatory length with arms that measure around 33.5 inches. Lives in the backfield on Friday nights. Uses first-step quickness to gain an early advantage on offensive linemen. Shows excellent power at the point of attack, uprooting offensive linemen and disengaging to find the football. Has the skill set to develop into a dangerous interior pass rusher. An elite finisher in the backfield. One of the most productive defensive linemen in the cycle on a per-game basis, racking up 29 tackles for loss in nine contests as a junior. Posted an elite 60-4.5 shot put mark as a junior. Does not have the most imposing frame, but one that is in line with many recent top draft picks at the position. Younger for the cycle, turning 17 years old in June before his senior season. 

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