Antonio Thomas Jr.: The Untapped Recruit That Could Redefine Longhorns Football Future

Recruiting season might seem eons away for the 2028 college football campaign, but let me tell you—Texas Longhorns aren’t hitting the brakes. In fact, they’ve just dangled an offer to Antonio Thomas Jr., a promising three-star EDGE whose high school exploits have garnered serious attention. This kid from Carrollwood Day High isn’t just catching eyes; he’s practically turning heads across the nation with multiple powerhouse programs vying for his signature. And trust me, the Longhorns know that landing Thomas would inject some much-needed dynamism into their defense. With offers also stacking up from Colorado, Alabama, Florida State, Georgia, and more, the recruitment chess game is intensifying, and Texas is positioning itself for a pivotal move. As the saga unfolds, one thing’s clear: Longhorns fans should be watching this space closely because the next chapter could redefine their 2028 lineup. LEARN MORE

While the start of the 2028 college football season is still far away, the Texas Longhorns are already ramping up recruiting efforts. On Thursday, Texas offered three-star EDGE Antonio Thomas Jr. Following a stellar start to his high school career, Thomas is catching the eye of one of the top programs in the country.

Although the Longhorns have made their interest clear, Thomas is weighing multiple options. He has also received offers from Colorado, Alabama, Florida State, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisville, Miami, and North Carolina. That list should continue to grow the Longer he stays on the market.

The heavy interest comes as no surprise, given how Thomas is viewed by scouts. Currently, the Carrollwood Day High star is ranked as the ninth-best EDGE in his class by 247Sports Composite. They also rank Thomas as the 22nd-best player from Florida and the 90th-best player in the nation.

If Thomas were to commit to the Longhorns, the defense would get a much-needed boost. They have not secured a commitment from a prospect in the 2028 class, but Texas has been busy connecting with some of the top players on the board. That includes four-star prospects such as Neimann Lawrence, Brysen Wright, Jaylen Addai, Braxton Rein, Jamarios Canton, and Jalanie George.

As the talented EDGE continues to weigh his options, the Longhorns will be a program to watch. The next step for Steve Sarkisian and his staff will be to get Thomas to campus for a visit. Then they will be able to show him what his future at Texas could look like.

This article originally appeared on Longhorns Wire: Texas football offers three-star 2028 recruit Antonio Thomas Jr.