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Oklahoma Lands Top 2027 Tight End, Jumps to No. 1 Recruiting Class
Seneca Driver's commitment propels Sooners to top of national rankings
Mar. 8, 2026 at 3:52am
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The Oklahoma Sooners football program landed a major recruiting victory on Saturday, securing a commitment from Seneca Driver, the top-ranked tight end prospect in the 2027 class. Driver's pledge, along with several other commitments, has vaulted Oklahoma to the No. 1 overall recruiting class nationally according to Rivals.
Why it matters
Landing elite talent like Seneca Driver is crucial for Oklahoma to maintain its status as one of the premier college football programs. Recruiting the top high school players is key to the Sooners' continued success on the field and in competing for championships.
The details
The 6-foot-6, 245-pound Driver chose Oklahoma over offers from Kentucky and Notre Dame. He is the Sooners' fourth commitment on Saturday, joining four-star safety Jaylen Scott, three-star offensive lineman Tyson Ross, and four-star quarterback Jamison Roberts. Driver is Oklahoma's first 2027 tight end pledge and the 18th overall commit in their class.
- On Saturday, March 8, 2026, Seneca Driver announced his commitment to the University of Oklahoma.
The players
Seneca Driver
A 6-foot-6, 245-pound tight end prospect from Danville, Kentucky, who is ranked as the No. 1 tight end in the 2027 recruiting class.
Oklahoma Sooners
The University of Oklahoma's football program, which has now secured the No. 1 overall recruiting class for 2027 according to Rivals.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
The takeaway
Oklahoma's ability to land elite talent like Seneca Driver solidifies their status as one of the top college football programs in the country. The Sooners' No. 1 ranked 2027 recruiting class sets them up for continued success on the field in the years to come.
