Texas Leads the Nation in 2027-28 High School Football Talent
From wide receivers to defensive linemen, Texas high schools are delivering a record number of top‑ranked recruits who are already pledging to major programs.
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From wide receivers to defensive linemen, Texas high schools are delivering a record number of top‑ranked recruits who are already pledging to major programs.

The 2026 preseason spotlight shines on a group of Dallas‑area high school players whose statistically dominant seasons have attracted national attention and a flood of college offers.

The 2026 Texas high school football preseason rankings have already sparked conversation across the state, with powerhouse programs jockeying for position before the first kickoff.

With football and volleyball seasons underway, DeSoto Independent School District lacks any certified athletic trainers after four departures driven by budget cuts. Parents and students have voiced safety worries amid forecasts of extreme heat, prompting the district to consider contracting replacements while the state mandates new environmental monitoring protocols.

Sydney Carter, a former WNBA guard and 2011 Texas A&M national championship player, has been appointed assistant coach for Auburn's women's basketball program, adding a wealth of playing and coaching expertise.

Dhillon McGee, a three‑star cornerback from DeSoto, Texas, announced his commitment to Penn State, highlighting the program’s growing influence in a short recruitment window.
Texas Tech football announced the verbal commitment of Dontae Perkins, a 6‑foot‑5, 295‑pound three‑star prospect, to its 2027 recruiting class, the first offensive lineman to pledge and the twelfth overall commit.