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Longhorns land elite 2027 TE in significant recruiting victory
TL;DR
The Texas Longhorns secured a significant recruiting win by landing four-star tight end Brock Williams for their 2027 class, choosing Texas over Ohio State and Georgia. Williams, a top-100 player, had an impressive junior season with 44 catches for 596 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Key points
- Texas Longhorns add Brock Williams to 2027 recruiting class
- Williams chose Texas over Ohio State and Georgia
- He is a four-star recruit and top-100 player
- Finished junior season with 44 catches for 596 yards and 11 touchdowns
- Praised for versatility and effectiveness in various offensive roles
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The Texas Longhorns added another major piece to their 2027 recruiting class this week, with tight end Brock Williams picking Texas over Ohio State and Georgia on "The Pat McAfee Show" Friday afternoon.
The Libertyville H.S. (Libertyville, IL) product is a four-star recruit according to both Rivals and 247Sports, and is a top-100 player in the 2027 cycle in the 247Sports Composite and Rivals Industry rankings. Williams finished his junior season with 44 catches for 596 yards and 11 receiving touchdowns, along with a pair of return touchdowns on special teams.
According to Andrew Ivins of 247Sports, Williams "already has a full route inventory" and projects as a threat at all three levels of offense (short, intermediate, deep) with his "burst, agility, and awareness." The scouting report also highlighted Williams' versatility, noting that he has been utilized in a variety of roles, including out wide, in the slot, and out of the backfield. Ivins also praised Williams' body control and effectiveness as a red-zone target.
Q&A
Who is Brock Williams and why is he a significant recruit for Texas?
Brock Williams is a four-star tight end from Libertyville High School, ranked among the top-100 players in the 2027 recruiting class, known for his versatility and strong performance in his junior season.
What schools were competing for Brock Williams before he chose Texas?
Brock Williams chose Texas over notable programs such as Ohio State and Georgia in his recruitment process.
What were Brock Williams' statistics during his junior season?
During his junior season, Brock Williams recorded 44 catches for 596 yards and scored 11 receiving touchdowns, along with two return touchdowns.
