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Recruiting Scoop: Texas Eyes Game-Changing Corners in 2027

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This episode of Recruiting Scoop focuses on specifically spotlighting the 2027 cornerback and defensive back recruiting class. Your hosts, Joe Cook and Justin Wells, discuss the limited remaining spots in the 2026 class, shifting their focus to the more open and promising 2027 class.

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They emphasize the importance of landing top-tier cornerbacks such as John Meredith from Euless (Texas) Trinity and Joshua Dobson from South Carolina, both considered elite prospects and must-gets for the Longhorns. The program’s national recruiting reach is highlighted as a key factor, with Texas aggressively pursuing top talent beyond Texas borders, especially in the Carolinas and Florida, reflecting their wide net strategy under the current coaching staff.

They detail the defensive back prospects, including in-state talents like Jerry Outhouse Jr from Fort Worth (Texas) North Crowley, a rangy, competitive cornerback with a strong mentality and potential to develop into a high-level player. They also discuss Kenton Dopson, Miami Hurricanes commit, who remains open to visits and recruitment by Texas, demonstrating the program’s ability to stay in the conversation even with players already verbally committed elsewhere. The importance of safety prospects is addressed, with Eli Johnson from Cibolo Steels highlighted as a versatile, hybrid player with the physical tools and mentality to be a future defensive leader. The video underscores Texas’ recruiting strategy of targeting high-character, high-potential athletes who can be developed into NFL-caliber players, leveraging the program’s growing reputation for player development.

Throughout, Justin and Joe underscore the significance of relationships developed by Texas assistant coach Mark Orphey, who has brought his recruiting expertise and connections from previous stops, particularly in the East Coast and Florida regions.

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