Vol football is already making moves for its 2028 signing class, extending a scholarship offer to four-star interior offensive lineman Gavin Wilson. The Bixby High School product out of Bixby, Oklahoma, is a hot commodity and now has the Vols looking to bring him into the fold for a class still years away.
Wilson’s Profile Is Turning Heads Nationally
This kid is the real deal, standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing in at 266 pounds. 247Sports has Wilson ranked as the No. 7 interior offensive lineman in the entire 2028 class. Plus, he’s recognized as the No. 2 player in all of Oklahoma, which is no small feat in a state known for producing serious talent. Wilson himself broke the news, announcing, “After a great conversation with coach (Chris) Labidou, I am thankful and grateful to announce I have received an offer from Vol football.” You can feel the excitement in that! Getting in on a player like this so early can make all the difference when it comes to landing top recruits.
Competition Is Already Fierce for the Young Lineman
The Vols aren’t the only ones who have noticed Wilson’s talent. Tulsa was the first to offer him way back on October 10, 2025. Since then, a slew of other big-name programs have thrown their hats into the ring, including Purdue, Oregon, Oklahoma State, Arkansas State, North Texas, Baylor, Oklahoma, LSU, Missouri, and Arizona State. This kid’s got options, and for Tennessee to be in on him this early shows they mean business for their future offensive line. It’s a clear signal that they’re targeting top-tier talent for down the road, battling with some serious college football powerhouses for a cornerstone player.
Building the Future: Vols’ Early 2028 and Stacked 2027 Classes
With Wilson now holding an offer, the Vols are really starting to shape their future. Currently, quarterback Kaden Craft is Tennessee’s only other 2028 commitment, so adding a standout offensive lineman like Wilson would be a massive statement. But let’s not forget what they’re doing for 2027, either! They’ve got a whopping 19 commitments for that class already. We’re talking about players like linebacker JP Peace, offensive tackle Princeton Uwaifo, quarterback Derrick Baker, wide receiver KeSean Bowman, defensive back Carter Jamison, tight end Malik Howard, and running backs David Gabriel Georges and Asa Barnes, just to name a few of the incredible athletes they’ve got locked in. It shows a clear strategy to build depth and talent across the board for years to come. The question now is, can the Vols keep up this momentum and truly reel in Wilson to solidify an already promising start to the 2028 class? Keep an eye on this kid, because his decision will certainly make waves.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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