Every recruiting season, there are the battles in the state of Texas that are key in the effort of gaining momentum on the trail. Texas A&M's move to the SEC in 2012 only increased the importance of these battles, which are now fought frequently by Big 12 and SEC schools. In 2017, the stakes will be even higher. Texas grabbed some momentum in late January and on signing day, Oklahoma is attempting to make another run at the College Football Playoffs, Baylor and TCU are looking to do the same and Texas A&M is fighting for relevance in the talent-laden SEC West.
Texas' 10 biggest recruiting battles for 2017
