Texas has had an impressive 2020 recruiting class up to this point, currently rated No. 11 in the nation. National Signing Day on the first Wednesday of February could still increase their overall ranking among other programs.
Let’s get to know the five highest-rated signees who could make an immediate impact for the Longhorns this season, courtesy of 247Sports Composite.
Bijan Robinson, RB
- No. 1 running back in the nation, No. 15 overall prospect
- Five-star
- Salpointe Catholic High School (Tucscon, AZ)
- 6-0, 200 pounds
- Pro comparison: Alvin Kamara
- Signed Letter of Intent
Hudson Card, QB
- No. 2 dual-threat quarterback in the nation, No. 57 overall prospect
- Four-star
- Lake Travis High School (Austin, TX)
- 6-2.5, 179 pounds
- Pro Comparison: Will Grier
- Early enrollee
Ja’Quinden Jackson, QB
- No. 3 dual-threat quarterback in the nation, No. 73 overall prospect
- Four-star
- Duncanville High School (Duncanville, TX)
- 6-2, 219 pounds
- Pro comparison: Dak Prescott
- Signed Letter of Intent
Vernon Broughton, DT
- No. 14 defensive tackle in the nation, No. 121 overall prospect
- Four-star
- Cy Ridge High School (Houston, TX)
- 6-5, 286 pounds
- Pro comparison: Chris Wormley
- Early enrollee
Prince Dorbah, LB
- No. 7 outside linebacker in the nation, No. 126 overall prospect
- Four-star
- Highland Park High School (Dallas, TX)
- 6-2.5, 208 pounds
- Pro comparison: D’Andre Walker
- Signed Letter of Intent
Don’t forget about defensive end Alfred Collins. Currently graded as the No. 64 overall prospect in the country, Collins would be a significant addition to this class. He will be announcing his decision between Texas, Oklahoma, or Alabama on National Signing Day.
If Collins does in fact choose Texas, he would be the third-highest rated prospect in this class. Fortunately for the Longhorns, it’s at a critical position of need as well.
Ehlinger will be returning for his senior season, but the battle between Card and Jackson on who will be his successor will be an interesting one to watch.