Why Texas Football’s NFL Pipeline Matters for Recruiting

Untitled design - 2026-02-27T081023.607 — Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas linebacker Anthony Hill (LB12) runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Texas football recruiting is on the rise as the Longhorns produce 34 NFL Draft picks in four years. The program’s mix of winning, development, and opportunity is drawing attention from recruits and transfer portal players.

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