Texas to host a number of top prospects against Alabama this weekend

Steve Sarkisian and the Texas staff are enjoying plenty of success on the recruiting trail this cycle.

The Longhorns 2023 class currently sits No. 2 in the nation according to 247Sports composite rankings. The group is led by the five-star trio of quarterback Arch Manning, defensive back Derek Williams and wide receiver Johntay Cook. Texas is looking to stack back-to-back top five classes under Sarkisian.

Texas has a big opportunity to make a splash on the recruiting front this weekend. The Longhorns are set to host a number of top prospects from all around the county for its highly anticipated nonconference matchup with Alabama.

A good performance against the Crimson Tide in the national spotlight would serve as a strong recruiting pitch to high school players. Pulling off the upset would create all sorts of momentum in the Horns’ favor.

Here is a look at some of the biggest names making the trip to Austin for the Alabama game.

Five-star TE Duce Robinson

Four-star WR Jalen Hale

Four-star EDGE Tausili Akana

Four-star ATH Mikal Harrison-Pilot

Four-star OL Markis Deal

2024 Four-star WR Micah Hudson

Story originally appeared on Longhorns Wire