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Texas Longhorns Triumph, Land Top 2027 Recruit Royal

11/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Texas Longhorns defeated No. 3 Texas A&M 27-17, improving to 9-3.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian secured a commitment from Easton Royal, the No. 1 prospect in the Class of 2027.
Easton Royal, from Brother Martin High School in New Orleans, chose Texas over LSU and Oregon.
Royal posted 1,151 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns this season.
Texas builds on a No. 8 2026 class with Royal's commitment for 2027.

History

Historical Context

The Texas Longhorns' 2005 BCS National Championship victory marked a significant resurgence for the program, which had previously won national titles in 1963, 1969, and 1970. Led by quarterback Vince Young, the team finished the season undefeated at 13-0, setting an NCAA record with 652 points scored. This triumph solidified Texas's status as a powerhouse in college football, echoing its historical dominance.

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Story summary

The Texas Longhorns defeated No. 3 Texas A&M 27-17, improving to 9-3.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian secured a commitment from Easton Royal, the No. 1 prospect in the Class of 2027.
Easton Royal, from Brother Martin High School in New Orleans, chose Texas over LSU and Oregon.
Royal posted 1,151 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns this season.
Texas builds on a No. 8 2026 class with Royal's commitment for 2027.

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