Warren Roberson flips commitment to the Texas Longhorns
Warren Roberson has flipped his commitment from TCU to the Texas Longhorns.
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Roberson, the No. 270 prospect in the On3 Consensus, had been committed to TCU since October 31. When he chose not to sign in December, that opened the door for Texas and USC to work to flip the DFW area playmaker.
The 6-foot, 190-pounder hosted Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian, Blake Gideon and staff members January 17 for an in-home visit.
Roberson made an unofficial visit to USC in late January before making an official visit to Texas on January 27.
Texas offered Roberson September 5, 2022 after members of the staff watched Red Oak take on Arlington Seguin on September 2.
Roberson recorded 59 tackles and six interceptions the last two seasons on defense. He added 55 receptions for 1,020 yards and 12 touchdowns at wide receiver, and 462 yards in the return game. He was named a 4-5A first-team all-district safety and return man following the 2022 season.
How Warren Roberson fits at Texas:
Roberson has some definite position flexibility on the back end of a defense. He has good top end speed but what really stands out is how he changes direction and glides around the field with ease. I think Star (nickel) might be his best fit at Texas since he could utilize his size and change of direction skills matching slots, baiting throws from quarterbacks, and mixing in blitzes. – Ian Boyd
Coach says:
Strengths — Good size for a DB with a muscular upper body. Has obvious functional game strength and his competitiveness is apparent from the film. As a defensive back, he looks good in back pedal or shuffle. Sees the play quickly and triggers. Smooth hip transitions. Arrives ready to rumble. I like that he’s not throwing shoulders around. Generally trying to form tackle and bring some aggression. Catches with soft hands and is looking to score quickly with the ball in his hands. Receiver highlights have some nice examples of stalk blocks. I could see him as an early contributor on specials.
Areas for Improvement / Concerns — As a WR, route running needs a bit of work and diversity. Profiles more as a DB in my opinion, but best fit may not be obvious at first (I’d say safety).
