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Get to know 2026 signee and four-star WR Jermaine Bishop Jr.

by: Charlie Williams3 hours ago

Whether you’re a diehard recruiting aficionado in need of a refresher or a casual recruiting fan needing only the particulars, this will be the series for you.

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The first national signing day for college football is Wednesday, December 3. This series will give you the chance to familiarize yourself with the next class charged with keeping Texas near the top of the college football world.

To win at a consistently high level requires talented class after talented class. The top-10 2026 class does that following a No. 1 class in 2025.

On the first national signing day, Inside Texas will offer profiles of each member of the 2026 signing class. Up next, Jermaine Bishop.

The Player: Jermaine Bishop, WR, Willis (Texas)

The Rating: 95.03 (four-star)

The Ranking:

  • No. 62 nationally
  • No. 3 athlete in the country
  • No. 7 overall player in Texas

The Highlights:

The Recruitment: Bishop once appeared to be leaning toward Texas A&M, but his recruitment shifted after a spring visit to Austin in April. During that trip, Bishop loved what he saw from Texas’ development.

Even though many programs recruited him strictly as a defensive back, Texas is giving him the chance to begin his career at wide receiver. Bishop is completely comfortable with that, and he’s proven he can be dynamic at either spot.

His OT7 7-on-7 performance in Dallas—where he dominated the entire event and earned MVP—was a major turning point in his recruitment. He took over as a DB, but also showcased elite wide receiver ability, from route-running to playmaking with the ball in his hands. That weekend put him firmly on the national radar and solidified Texas’ pursuit.

Ultimately, Bishop chose the Longhorns, giving Texas one of the most gifted all-around athletes in the country.

The Quote: “I’m not a player who wants to be put in a box. They let their players do what they need to do to get comfortable before each play. That builds their confidence.”

The Projection: One thing that immediately stands out about Bishop on film is the physicality he plays with, especially for a prospect listed at just 155 pounds. He’s a willing blocker, fearless working the middle of the field as a receiver, and fully capable of playing safety when needed.

His elite athletic traits jump off the screen—he can change direction on a dime, accelerate effortlessly, and run past nearly anyone on the field. But the physicality is the key trait when projecting where he may ultimately thrive.

If Bishop starts his career as a wide receiver, he gives Texas another dynamic playmaker with the ball in his hands—someone who can swing a game in an instant with a single touch. He also brings real value to the return game, whether on kickoff or punt return, with the ability to flip the field or take one the distance.

The Final Word: Texas is getting a phenomenal athlete. He’s electric, explosive, and a dangerous weapon in the return game. Every time he steps on the field, he’s a threat to score.

Bishop is an absolute stud—arguably one of the best overall recruits of the entire Steve Sarkisian era.

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