Texas Gets Top CB Early | Texas Longhorns Football News

Texas just pulled off a major recruiting coup by landing five-star cornerback John Meredith, who’s now reclassified to join the Longhorns in 2026 — a year ahead of schedule. Originally slated for 2027, Meredith’s early arrival stems from a high school eligibility snafu that barred him from playing his senior season. With Texas’s pass defense struggling last year and three key secondary starters gone, this move could be a game-changer. Coach Sarkisian praised Meredith’s talent but left his debut timeline open-ended, while the team continues to build depth at cornerback. The Longhorns open with Texas State and face Ohio State early — and Meredith’s arrival adds serious intrigue as they aim to compete in the SEC. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ce47f63537c56a0b