27-01-2025
Oklahoma Sooners predicted to land 2026 four-star defensive end
The Oklahoma Sooners hosted a number of prospects from the 2026 recruiting class over the weekend for Junior Day and are already reaping the rewards of their efforts.
One of the prospects Oklahoma welcomed to Norman was four-star defensive end Kevin Ford Jr. On Monday, Sam Spiegelman of Rivals issued a FutureCast favoring the Sooners in his recruitment. Ford is considered the No. 11 defensive end in the cycle, according to 247Sports, and is a top 125 player in the class.
Out of Duncanville High School, Ford is a disruptive defensive end prospect. He's got a quick get-off at the snap that he uses to knife through the line of scrimmage or get around offensive tackles. Ford shows good play strength, displaying the ability to knock back offensive linemen with his initial strike. He sets the edge well in the run game and shows good discipline in his responsibilities. His speed and athleticism make him a natural pass rusher, but he has the strength to be a force against the run. Ford has a strong motor and is willing to chase down plays from the backside or after the quarterback steps up to avoid his initial rush.
He would be a great addition to the Oklahoma Sooners defensive front. In addition to his Oklahoma offer, he's being pursued by a number of Power Four programs, including Alabama, Texas, Texas A&M, Miami, Florida, Florida State, Tennessee, and Ole Miss.
Kevin Ford Jr's Recruiting Profile
Projections
Sam Spiegelman of Rivals issued a FutureCast favoring the Oklahoma Sooners on January 27, 2025.
On3's Recruiting Prediction Machine believes Texas A&M to be the leader as of January 27, 2025.
Film
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Rating
Stars Overall Position State ESPN 4 130 16 12 Rivals 4 — 19 41 247Sports 4 111 11 14 247 Composite 4 189 14 26 On3 Recruiting 3 — 36 43 On3 Industry 4 206 20 21
Vitals
Hometown Duncanville, Texas Projected Position Defensive End Height 6-foot-3 Weight 245 pounds
Recruitment
Offered on March 7, 2024
Visited during Oklahoma's Junior Day weekend of January 25, 2025
Notable Offers
Per 247Sports
Alabama
Arizona State
Arkansas
Baylor
Colorado
Florida
Florida State
Houston
Kansas
LSU
Miami
Missouri
Nebraska
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Oklahoma State
Ole Miss
Penn State
SMU
Stanford
TCU
Tennessee
Texas
Texas State
UCF
USC
Marshall
North Texas
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