Five-star cornerback John Meredith III made his college decision official on Friday, announcing his commitment to the University of Texas.
The Fort Worth, Texas, prospect is considered the No. 2 overall recruit in the Class of 2027, according to the 247Sports composite rankings. After taking official visits to both Texas and Texas A&M, Meredith chose the Longhorns.
With Meredith now on board, the Texas recruiting class under coach Steve Sarkisian also features five-star wide receiver Easton Royal along with eight four-star prospects, according to 247Sports.
Standing 6-foot-2 and weighing 180 pounds, Meredith is currently facing an eligibility challenge at the high school level. A district athletic committee determined that his move from Euless Trinity High School to North Crowley during the offseason was motivated by athletics rather than personal reasons, the Dallas Morning News reported, ruling him ineligible for his senior season.
ESPN reported that Meredith intends to appeal that decision.
