Longhorns Add Late JUCO Defensive Recruit Brinley Tita

Three-star EDGE prospect Brinley Tita joins Texas after initially signing with Cisco Junior College.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 7:07pm

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The University of Texas football program has added a late recruit to its 2026 roster in Brinley Tita, a three-star EDGE prospect from Summer Creek High School in Humble, Texas. Tita initially signed with Cisco Junior College but will now join the Longhorns this summer after the coaching staff expedited his recruitment process.

Why it matters

Texas was able to add a talented pass rusher to its defensive line rotation late in the recruiting cycle, providing additional depth and potential at the EDGE position. Tita's late addition highlights the Longhorns' ability to identify and secure overlooked prospects who can contribute in the future.

The details

Tita, a 6-2, 225-pound defensive lineman, had a standout 2025 season at Summer Creek High, recording 94 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, 11 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery. Despite his production, Tita only held offers from smaller Division II and III programs before deciding to attend Cisco Junior College. However, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and defensive coordinator LaAllan Clark identified Tita's potential and were able to convince him to join the Longhorns' roster this summer.

  • Tita signed his National Letter of Intent with Cisco Junior College in December 2025.
  • Texas added Tita to its 2026 recruiting class in April 2026, just before the start of spring practice.

The players

Brinley Tita

A three-star EDGE prospect from Summer Creek High School in Humble, Texas, who initially signed with Cisco Junior College before being recruited by the University of Texas.

Steve Sarkisian

The head coach of the University of Texas football team, who helped expedite Tita's recruitment process to bring him to the Longhorns.

LaAllan Clark

The defensive coordinator for the University of Texas football team, who identified Tita's potential and was instrumental in adding him to the Longhorns' roster.

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What they’re saying

“Brinley is a talented player who we're excited to have join our program. His combination of size, strength, and explosiveness make him a great fit for our defensive scheme, and we believe he has a bright future ahead of him.”

— Steve Sarkisian, Head Coach, University of Texas

What’s next

Tita will join the Longhorns' roster this summer and begin preparing for the 2026 season, where he will look to earn playing time and contribute to the team's defensive line rotation.

The takeaway

Texas' late addition of Brinley Tita highlights the program's ability to identify and secure overlooked talent, providing the Longhorns with additional depth and potential at the EDGE position. Tita's journey from a lightly recruited high school prospect to a Division I signee demonstrates the value of perseverance and the importance of coaches who can recognize and develop underrated talent.