Five-Star Edge Wesley '10000% Committed' to Texas

Five-star edge rusher Richard Wesley has committed to the Texas Longhorns after initially making a viral commitment to Oregon and then swiftly decommitting. Wesley, who moved up from the 2027 to the 2026 class, is ranked No. 2 among edge rushers and as high as No. 14 overall according to 247Sports. He cited Texas' football culture, academic offerings, and a personal desire to honor his family as key reasons for his decision. The commitment is a major win for head coach Steve Sarkisian's staff, further bolstering Texas' highly ranked 2026 recruiting class alongside other elite recruits like quarterback Dia Bell. Wesley had drawn strong interest from Ohio State, Georgia, and Notre Dame, but has declared himself '10000% committed' to Texas, although he may still take visits to other schools. Scouts view his addition as a potential game-changer for Texas' defense, drawing comparisons to NFL player Kayvon Thibodeaux.