Texas Longhorns Host Top 2027 CB Recruit on Surprise Visit

Five-star cornerback John Meredith III toured the Forty Acres and watched spring practice as the Longhorns look to land a top in-state talent.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:23pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the movements and actions of a football cornerback, with sharp geometric planes in the colors of the Texas Longhorns and North Crowley High School, conceptually representing the competitive recruiting battle for the top-ranked prospect.The Longhorns' pursuit of elite in-state talent like cornerback John Meredith III is a key part of their recruiting strategy.Fort Worth Today

The Texas Longhorns hosted 2027 five-star cornerback John Meredith III, the top-ranked player at his position and the No. 5 overall prospect in the country, for an unofficial visit on Thursday. Meredith, who hails from North Crowley High School in Fort Worth, got a chance to watch the Longhorns' spring practice as Texas looks to secure a commitment from the elite in-state talent.

Why it matters

Landing Meredith would be a major recruiting coup for the Longhorns, who are looking to build on their 2026 class that already includes several blue-chip prospects. Meredith has a long list of offers from top programs across the country, so Texas will face stiff competition, especially from in-state rival Texas A&M, to land the coveted cornerback.

The details

Meredith, ranked as the No. 1 cornerback and the top player in Texas for the 2027 cycle, made the trip to Austin to get a firsthand look at the Longhorns' program under head coach Steve Sarkisian. The visit allowed Meredith to watch the team practice and further develop his relationship with the Texas coaching staff ahead of his official visit scheduled for June 5.

  • Meredith visited Texas on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
  • Meredith has official visits scheduled with Alabama (May 29), Texas A&M (June 12), and Ohio State (June 19).
  • Meredith's official visit to Texas is set for June 5, 2026.

The players

John Meredith III

A five-star cornerback and the top-ranked player at his position in the 2027 recruiting class, Meredith is the No. 5 overall prospect nationally and the top player in the state of Texas.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the Texas Longhorns, Sarkisian is leading the program's efforts to land the elite in-state cornerback.

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What they’re saying

“Meredith's trip to the Forty Acres is significant, as it shows that he is wanting to continue to build a strong relationship with the Texas coaching staff. This will be key heading into the summer before he takes his official visit with the Longhorns on June 5.”

— Geoff Ketchum

What’s next

Meredith's recruitment will continue to be closely monitored by Texas fans as he takes his official visits to Alabama, Texas A&M, and Ohio State in the coming months. The Longhorns will look to make a strong impression during his official visit to Austin on June 5 as they aim to secure a commitment from the top-ranked cornerback.

The takeaway

Securing a commitment from John Meredith III would be a major win for the Texas Longhorns, who are looking to build on their strong 2026 recruiting class. The elite in-state cornerback has a long list of offers from top programs across the country, so the Longhorns will face stiff competition, especially from rival Texas A&M, to land the coveted prospect.