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Texas steals 4-star RB commit previously committed to Oklahoma right before rivalry game

Texas football has extended its recruiting momentum ahead of this weekend’s Red River Rivalry showdown with Oklahoma, landing a key four-star running back just days before the matchup. Micah Rhodes, a top-11 prospect in the 2028 class, flipped his commitment from Oklahoma to Texas, marking the second addition to the Longhorns’ incoming class.

Rhodes, who announced his decision on his birthday, cited Texas’s strong program culture, family-like treatment of recruits, and the team’s recent on-field success—including a dominant running game—as key factors in his choice. The Longhorns, already leading the nation in early-season play, now hold a recruiting edge over their in-state rivals as they prepare to face Oklahoma in Dallas on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

ET. Rhodes praised Texas’s coaching staff for making him feel prioritized and highlighted the team’s resilience, particularly in their recent comeback victory that showcased the running backs’ impact.

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