Texas lands second linebacker flip for 2027 class
Georgia Tech pledge Jason Crenshaw Jr. joins RJ Hudson in switching commitments to the Longhorns, addressing a critical depth issue on defense.
By Jonathan Ramirez ·
Texas football secured its second linebacker commitment of the week on Thursday morning when Jason Crenshaw Jr. switched his pledge from Georgia Tech. The 6-foot-2, 222-pound senior from Prattville High School in Alabama becomes the latest recruit to join the Longhorns' 2027 class, which now holds 23 total pledges.
Crenshaw follows RJ Hudson, who also flipped from Clemson to Texas earlier in the week. Both players are three-star recruits whose playing styles align with the schematic preferences of defensive coordinator Will Muschamp. This influx of talent targets a specific weakness in the program's defensive lineup.
The need for additional linebacker depth is immediate. Current starters Rasheem Biles and Justin Cryer are seniors who retained a fifth year of eligibility under new NCAA rules. Last week's victory over Ole Miss revealed the thinness of the backup group, as both starters played every one of the team's 85 defensive snaps.
Texas had previously signed three linebackers for the 2026 class but entered this recruiting cycle with no new prospects at the position. The addition of Crenshaw helps bridge that gap for the upcoming roster construction. His senior season at Prattville produced 56 tackles, including 19 for a loss and eight sacks, while his team went 9-0.
These moves elevate the 2027 class, which currently sits at No. 8 in 247 Sports' composite ratings. The shift in commitments reflects a strategic focus on filling a position of high need rather than chasing top overall talent across all positions.
