Texas A&M OT Jonte Newman just announced that he's transferring to Texas, and it's a huge win for Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns.
Newman, a 4-star OT recruit from the 2025 class, is built like a tank at 6'4", 330 lbs. and should be able to contribute right away in Austin.
BREAKING: Texas A&M true freshman transfer OT Jonte Newman has Committed to Texas, he tells @On3
The 6’6 315 OT will have 4 years of eligibility lefthttps://t.co/RlUbB6Fk7q pic.twitter.com/kULSvqRcBT— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) January 14, 2026He's got the body type and skillset of an offensive guard but the length of an offensive tackle so it'll be interesting to see where Texas OL coach Kyle Flood decides to play him.