US EditionTexas Longhorns Land Elite Five-Star Runner to Bolster 2026 Class
TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 20 – Derrek Cooper, a top-30 national recruit, chose Texas for a versatile offensive role and coaching staff, becoming the Longhorns' fourth five-star pledge in a highly ranked 2026 class.
- On Sunday evening, Derrek Cooper committed to the University of Texas Longhorns in Columbus, Ohio, as a five-star 2026 running back.
- Considered among his final five were Texas, Miami, Florida State, Georgia and Ohio State, with Cooper’s father saying Chad Scott’s presence and Sarkisian’s all-purpose role swayed his choice.
- At Chaminade-Madonna Prep, Cooper excelled as a two-way player, rushing for 905 yards and making 46 tackles with sacks and an interception on defense.
- With Cooper as the fourth five-star pledge and seventh-ranked ESPN 300 prospect, Texas’ 2026 class ranks fifth among FBS programs behind USC, Georgia, Texas A&M and Notre Dame.
- Next year, Cooper will join a crowded Texas running backs group with up to five returners, potentially earn early playing time due to his versatility and secure lucrative NIL deals.
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