2025 3-star safety out of DeSoto (TX) has committed to SMU

The brother of former Texas A&M safety Antonio Johnson has made his decision

Former Texas A&M safety Antonio Johnson finished his memorable Aggies career after the 2022 season and was drafted in the 5th round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Well, Johnson happens to have a brother.

In the 2025 recruiting class, three-star safety Sael Reyes out of DeSoto, Texas, is the younger brother of Johnson, transferring from his hometown of East Saint Louis to DeSoto for his last two high school seasons, and has been on the Aggie’s radar since coming to Texas.

With nearly 30 offers, Reyes has committed to SMU as of Sunday afternoon, as Texas A&M was in the mix till the end. Possessing the speed, athleticism, and coverage skill set to thrive at the next level, the Mustangs have gained one of the more underrated defenders in the cycle.

During his 2023 junior season, Reyes recorded 60 tackles, one sack, an interception, and three tackles for loss, as DeSoto went 16-0 and won the Texas 6A D-I state championship.

According to 247Sports, Reyes is currently positioned as the 84th-ranked safety and the 149th-ranked prospect in Texas.

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2025 3-Star S out of DeSoto (TX) recently visited Texas A&M

The younger brother of former Aggies safety Antonio Johnson is coming off a visit to Texas A&M this weekend

For Texas A&M, keeping it in the family regarding legacy prospects is something every head coach holds dear.

For new Aggies head football coach Mike Elko, one of the rising prospects in the 2025 recruiting class happens to be the brother of a player he singlehandedly recruited to come to A&M during his time as the program’s defensive coordinator, current Jacksonville Jaguars safety Antonio Johnson.

This weekend, Elko and his staff hosted several future prospects, including 2024 3-star safety Sael Reyes, the younger brother of Johnson, one of the best defensive backs ever to grace Kyle Field during his three-year career.

Focusing on Reyes, this kid can play. He is coming off his 2023 junior season, helping lead DeSoto (TX) HS to an undefeated 16-0 record and winning the Texas 6A D-1 Championship. On the year, Reyes recorded 60 tackles, including a sack, interceptions, and three tackles for loss. Reyes reportedly took in the sights and sounds of Texas A&M’s second spring practice this weekend.

Standing at 6-0 and 190 pounds, Reyes possesses the speed to cover the 3rd level of the field while sniffing out rushing attempts in the backfield at a high rate. Most importantly, he never seems to waste any movement during his back pedal in coverage, consistently sticking to his man and eventually making a play on the ball.

According to 247Sports, Reyes is currently positioned as the 71st-ranked safety and the 122nd-ranked prospect in the 2025 recruiting class.

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