OU Football Adds Tyson Ross to 2027 Recruiting Class

Offensive lineman joins four-star QB Jamison Roberts in Sooners' top-ranked 2027 class

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The University of Oklahoma football program has secured a commitment from offensive lineman Tyson Ross, who chose the Sooners over offers from Kansas State, Missouri, and Oregon. Ross' pledge follows an earlier commitment from four-star quarterback Jamison Roberts, giving OU's 2027 recruiting class a major boost and ranking it third nationally.

Why it matters

OU's ability to land top offensive line talent is crucial to the long-term success of the program, as the offensive line is the foundation of a potent offense. Securing commitments from players like Tyson Ross and Jamison Roberts early in the 2027 cycle puts the Sooners in a strong position to continue their tradition of fielding one of the Big 12's most dominant offenses.

The details

The 6-foot-3, 205-pound Ross announced his commitment to OU on social media after visiting the campus for the program's "Future Freaks" recruiting weekend. He joins a 2027 offensive line class that also includes five-star Cooper Hackett, four-star Kaeden Penny, and three-star Luke Wilson.

  • Tyson Ross committed to OU on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • Earlier on Saturday, OU also received a commitment from four-star quarterback Jamison Roberts.

The players

Tyson Ross

A 6-foot-3, 205-pound offensive lineman prospect from Andover, Kansas, who chose OU over offers from Kansas State, Missouri, and Oregon.

Jamison Roberts

A four-star quarterback prospect who committed to OU earlier on the same day as Tyson Ross.

Cooper Hackett

A five-star offensive lineman who is part of OU's highly-ranked 2027 recruiting class.

Kaeden Penny

A four-star offensive lineman who is part of OU's highly-ranked 2027 recruiting class.

Luke Wilson

A three-star offensive lineman who is part of OU's highly-ranked 2027 recruiting class.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to be a part of the Sooners' 2027 class and help continue the tradition of great offensive line play at OU.”

— Tyson Ross (Twitter)

What’s next

OU will look to continue building momentum on the recruiting trail as it aims to secure additional commitments for its highly-ranked 2027 class.

The takeaway

OU's ability to land top offensive line talent like Tyson Ross is a testament to the program's reputation for developing elite offensive linemen and fielding one of the most dominant offenses in the Big 12 year after year.