Texas Positioned Well for Elite 2027 OT Prospect

Blue-chip offensive tackle Brian Swanson narrows recruitment to 8 schools, with Texas making the cut

Mar. 21, 2026 at 2:07pm

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Blue-chip 2027 offensive tackle prospect Brian Swanson has officially narrowed his recruitment down to 8 schools, including the Texas Longhorns. The 6'5.5", 315-pound lineman from Dallas' South Oak Cliff High School has been rising up the recruiting ranks and is now considering Texas, Oklahoma, LSU, Texas A&M, Ohio State, Tennessee, SMU, and Arizona State.

Why it matters

Adding an elite offensive line prospect like Swanson would be a huge boost for the Longhorns' 2027 recruiting class. Texas has done an excellent job in recent years shoring up the offensive line through both the transfer portal and high school recruiting, and landing Swanson would continue that trend.

The details

Swanson is considered one of the top offensive tackle prospects in the state of Texas. He is an incredibly powerful run blocker who often overwhelms defenders at the point of attack with his consistent pad level and leg drive. While he has the size and length to play tackle, he also has the skillset of a dominant offensive guard, making him a versatile prospect.

  • Swanson officially narrowed his recruitment to 8 schools on March 20, 2026.

The players

Brian Swanson

A 4-star offensive tackle prospect in the class of 2027 from South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, Texas.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns football team.

Kyle Flood

The offensive line coach for the Texas Longhorns football team.

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What they’re saying

“Four-Star OT Brian Swanson is down to 8 Schools, he tells me for @Rivals”

— Hayes Fawcett, Recruiting Analyst

What’s next

Texas will continue to recruit Swanson heavily leading up to National Signing Day in 2027, as he is considered one of their top offensive line targets.

The takeaway

The Longhorns' ability to position themselves well with elite in-state offensive line prospects like Brian Swanson is a testament to their recent recruiting success on the offensive side of the ball. Landing Swanson would be a major coup for Steve Sarkisian and his staff as they look to build a dominant offensive line for the future.