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Blue-chip EDGE David Dotson commits to SMU: “I believe in what Coach Lashlee is building”

SMU has landed a key piece for its 2028 recruiting class with the commitment of blue-chip defensive end David Dotson from Humble (Texas) Atascocita High School. The Rivals No.

16 edge rusher in the nation and No. 15 prospect in Texas chose the Mustangs over major programs like Texas, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma, citing the program’s growth under head coach Lashlee Corbin.

Dotson, who visited SMU’s campus earlier this summer, praised the coaching staff’s consistency and personal investment in his development, including recent visits from coordinator Connor Morgan. His decision follows a standout junior season that propelled SMU into contention for his signature amid a competitive recruiting landscape.

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