Four-star running back Micah Rhodes from Klein Oak committed to Texas on Thursday, securing the headliner for their 2028 recruiting class. This move is a big win for the Longhorns, snatching up a guy who was previously committed to Oklahoma.
Rhodes’s Credentials
This isn’t just some casual pickup, either. Rhodes is a 5-9, 180-pound junior who absolutely exploded onto the scene as a freshman. He’s ranked the eighth best running back in the entire nation, according to 247Sports, and checks in as the 135th ranked national prospect overall. Last year, in 2025, he proved exactly why he’s so highly rated, rushing for 1,307 yards and punching in 21 total touchdowns. We’re talking about pure explosiveness and serious playmaking ability.
Building for the Future
Landing Rhodes is a massive statement for Texas as they build out their future rosters. He’s set to headline that 2028 class, but they’re not stopping there. The Longhorns already snagged another top-tier running back for their 2027 class with Randle’s Landen Callis-Williams. It looks like Texas is putting together a serious stable of talent in the backfield for the coming years, locking down some of the country’s best at the position.
So, what’s next? For Texas fans, it’s all about watching these future stars develop and seeing how this 2028 class, led by Rhodes, takes shape. It’s an early look at what could be a dynamic offense down the road, and you gotta be excited about the talent stacking up in Austin.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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