Five-star recruit Tyler Atkinson, ESPN's No. 1 outside linebacker in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to Texas during an appearance on the "The Pat McAfee Show" on Tuesday, handing the Longhorns a coveted pledge over finalists Clemson , Georgia and Oregon .
Atkinson, who plays at Georgia's Grayson High School, is the No. 14 overall prospect in the 2026 ESPN 300 and one of the nation's most productive high school defenders. He follows No. 1 overall quarterback Dia Bell (No. 4 in the ESPN 300) and defensive end Richard Wesley (No.