BREAKING: Elite CB John Meredith Reclassifies! | Texas Football | Steve Sarkisian

Steve Sarkisian dropped a bombshell from SEC Media Days: five-star cornerback John Meredith is reclassifying to the 2026 class and will join the Texas Longhorns in time for August practice. Bobby Burton, Gerry Hamilton and CJ Vogel break down why getting one of the nation’s top defensive prospects on campus a year early is a massive win for Texas—both for Meredith’s development and for a recruiting class that no longer has to protect his commitment through December. The crew also evaluates what Meredith brings to the secondary, including his rare combination of length, speed, confidence, physicality and natural coverage ability. While he may not be expected to make an immediate impact as a true freshman, an extra year inside Will Muschamp’s system could position Meredith to become a major contributor—and potential NFL Draft pick—much sooner than originally expected. Plus, the guys discuss Sarkisian’s flair for delivering major recruiting news at SEC Media Days and how Meredith’s move could reshape Texas’ 2026 and 2027 class rankings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.