Elite 2026 four-star DL names Texas in top four schools
Elite 2026 four-star DL names Texas in top four schools
Texas already has eight commitments in its 2026 recruiting class. However, they're still looking for help on the defensive line in the cycle. The Longhorns have their eyes set on four-star prospect Damari Simeon, a native of New Jersey.
The 6-foot-3, 285-pounder received an offer from the Longhorns last September, and they hosted him in April for an unofficial visit. Simeon has narrowed his choices of schools down to four with Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State, and Texas being the finalists.
Simeon comes in as the No. 183 overall recruit and the No. 20 defensive lineman according to On3's industry rankings. He's also ranked as the No. 3 prospect out of New Jersey.
In 2024, Simeon played in nine games for St. Augustine Prep. He amassed 28 tackles, six tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, and one interception. Simeon played in just two games over his first two years in high school and totaled three tackles.
This will be an interesting battle with all four schools getting official visits with Simeon between now and the end of next month. Texas is set to host him on June 13.
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