ESPN declares Texas’ offensive line class the best in the nation
Texas offensive line coach Kyle Flood worked some major magic when it came to recruiting the future front for the Longhorns.
After signing just two offensive linemen the year prior, the depth across the offensive line was extremely thin, and it was evident during the 2021 season that there was a lack of talent.
This led to what may be considered the best offensive line class in school history being assembled. Flood was able to add two five-stars in Kelvin Banks and Devon Campbell, along with five other extremely talented linemen.
Flood’s work did not go unnoticed as he was recognized as the Big 12 recruiter of the year, and more recently was featured in an ESPN article (exclusive content) that declared which school had the best signings at each position.
Here is what ESPN had to say about Texas, who they deemed the best at recruiting offensive linemen this cycle.
The Longhorns did very well in adding quality players up front to help reshape their future offensive line.
The staff got a commitment from five-star lineman Devon Campbell in the February signing period. Campbell is ranked No. 9 overall and chose Texas over Oklahoma.
Steve Sarkisian and his staff also added ESPN 300 linemen Neto Umeozulu and Cameron Williams, as well as four-stars Malik Agbo and Cole Hutson and three-star Connor Robertson. Adding a lot of prospects at one position group will help bring eventual competition and depth.
Texas now has the foundation of what will likely be one of their best units for years to come. Sarkisian has been clear that we also could see some of these young freshman starting or playing next season, but also explained that offensive line is likely the most difficult position for a freshman to start at.
Needless to say, the offensive line unit is worlds better than before, and don’t be surprised if there are a couple freshman manning a starting spot.
