Four-star linebacker Brayden Rouse commits to Tennessee football over Texas, Alabama

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22-07-2025

Coveted four-star linebacker Brayden Rouse committed to Tennessee football, choosing the Vols over Texas, Alabama and Michigan..
On July 8, Rouse made his announcement alongside coaches and teammates at Kell High School in Marietta, Georgia.
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Rouse, a 6-foot-3, 220-pounder, is among the top linebacker prospects in the country. He received scholarship offers from more than 40 FBS programs, including every SEC school except Arkansas.
He is ranked the No. 5 linebacker, No. 9 recruit in Georgia and No. 86 prospect overall in the 2026 class, according to 247Sports Composite.
Rouse is a versatile linebacker who thrives in pass rushing, run stopping and pass coverage. He has shown a comfort level as an edge rusher, linebacker and safety.
Here are Tennessee football commitments in 2026 class
Rouse is Tennessee's 10th commitment since June 27.
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UT now has 19 commitments in the 2026 recruiting class, led by five-star quarterback Faizon Brandon.
Defensive lineman Dereon Albert, edge rusher Zach Groves, wide receiver Tyreek King, offensive tackle Gabriel Osenda, tight end Carson Sneed and linebacker TJ White committed to the Vols. They are rated four stars by 247Sports Composite.
The class also includes cornerback Zay Anderson, offensive lineman Edward Baker, athlete Legend Bey, edge rusher CJ Edwards, edge rusher Kedric Golston, safety KJ McClain, linebacker Braylon Outlaw, defensive lineman Darryl Rivers, cornerback Javonte Smith, cornerback Jamyan Theodore and safety Luke Thompson. They are rated three stars.
Adam Sparks is the Tennessee football beat reporter. Email [e-mail]. X, formerly known as Twitter@AdamSparks. Support strong local journalism by subscribing at knoxnews.com/subscribe.
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This article originally appeared on Knoxville News Sentinel: Brayden Rouse: 4-star LB commits to Tennessee football over Texas, Alabama