Texas A&M Lands Commitment from 2027 5-Star CB John Meredith

New cornerbacks coach Bryant Gross-Armiente played a key role in securing the top recruit.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Texas A&M has landed a commitment from 2027 5-star cornerback John Meredith, a highly sought-after recruit who had also been considering Alabama. The Aggies' new cornerbacks coach, Bryant Gross-Armiente, is credited with building a strong relationship with Meredith and helping seal the deal for the program.

Why it matters

Securing a commitment from a 5-star recruit like Meredith is a major coup for Texas A&M, as they look to build on their recent success and continue competing at the highest level in college football. Meredith's addition bolsters an already talented Aggies secondary and signals the program's ability to attract top talent.

The details

Meredith, ranked as the No. 2 cornerback and No. 12 overall prospect in the 2027 class, had narrowed his choices down to Texas A&M and Alabama. However, the Aggies' promotion of Gross-Armiente to cornerbacks coach proved to be a key factor, as the coach had developed a strong rapport with Meredith throughout his recruitment.

  • Meredith took his final visit to Alabama in January 2027.
  • Meredith announced his commitment to Texas A&M in February 2027.

The players

John Meredith

A 5-star cornerback and the No. 12 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting class.

Bryant Gross-Armiente

The new cornerbacks coach at Texas A&M, who played a crucial role in securing Meredith's commitment.

Mike Elko

The head coach of the Texas A&M football team, who has led the program to new heights.

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What they’re saying

“Sources close to Meredith's camp have indicated that the promotion of Bryant Gross-Armiente strengthens the Aggies' position. The relationship between Meredith and 'BGA' has grown increasingly tight throughout the course of his recruitment, and that continuity appears to be a meaningful factor.”

— Jaxson Callaway, AggieYell Reporter (AggieYell)

What’s next

Meredith is expected to enroll at Texas A&M in the summer of 2027 and compete for a starting spot in the Aggies' secondary.

The takeaway

Texas A&M's ability to land a commitment from a 5-star recruit like John Meredith, and the key role played by new cornerbacks coach Bryant Gross-Armiente, demonstrates the program's continued ascent as a national powerhouse in college football.