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Oklahoma Earns Pledge from Blue-Chip Class of 2027 Defensive Back
Sooners land commitment from top-100 safety Jaylen Scott
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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The Oklahoma Sooners have secured a verbal commitment from Jaylen Scott, a consensus 4-star and top-100 recruit in the Class of 2027. Scott, a safety from Mobile, Alabama, had a standout junior season in 2025 with 104 total tackles, 52 solo tackles, five interceptions, two tackles for loss and a fumble recovery. He chose Oklahoma over offers from Florida, Tennessee and Georgia.
Why it matters
Oklahoma's 2027 recruiting class is currently ranked No. 1 nationally, and Scott's commitment is another major addition to the Sooners' defensive unit. The Sooners are looking to build on their 10-3 season in 2025 that saw them reach the College Football Playoff for the first time since 2019.
The details
Scott is listed at 6-foot and 175 pounds. He had previously committed to Florida State in January 2025 before flipping to Auburn in June 2025. Oklahoma offered Scott a scholarship on Aug. 3, 2025, and he ultimately chose the Sooners over several other major programs. Scott is one of eight defensive commits in Oklahoma's 2027 class, which also includes linebackers, defensive backs and defensive linemen.
- Scott committed to Oklahoma on March 8, 2026.
- He had a standout junior season in 2025 at Williamson High School.
The players
Jaylen Scott
A 4-star safety from Mobile, Alabama who is ranked as the No. 119 overall prospect and No. 11 safety in the Class of 2027.
Oklahoma Sooners
The football program at the University of Oklahoma, which currently has the No. 1 ranked recruiting class for 2027.
What they’re saying
“This for you grandma”
— Jaylen Scott (On3)
What’s next
Scott's commitment is a major boost for Oklahoma's 2027 recruiting class. The Sooners will look to continue adding top defensive talent as they aim to build on their recent success and return to the College Football Playoff.
The takeaway
Oklahoma's ability to land a top-100 recruit like Jaylen Scott shows the program's continued strength on the recruiting trail. The Sooners are positioning themselves to have one of the nation's elite defenses for years to come with this 2027 class.
