4-star DL Tyler Alexander announces commitment to SEC power

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Four-star defensive line recruit Tyler Alexander has committed to the Texas Longhorns, per Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett. Alexander chose Texas over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Colorado Buffaloes and the Georgia Bulldogs.

Standing at 6-foot-4, 305 pounds, Alexander is a talented defensive lineman who was a top target for head coach Kirby Smart and his staff prior to his announcement. The massive lineman has flashed major potential during his time at Palm Beach Central High School in Florida. Georgia will be on the road at Texas in 2027 and could face Alexander and the Longhorns in Austin, where the big man will look to shine against one of his top schools throughout his recruiting process.

Alexander has the potential to emerge as a star at Texas. The big man is the No. 49 DL and the No. 428 player from the class of 2027, per the 247Sports Composite rankings. He is the No. 37 player out of Florida, but Alexander has ultimately decided to play for the Longhorns despite a push from Georgia.

The Bulldogs will now be forced to turn elsewhere following Alexander’s commitment to Texas. Georgia is currently attempting to flip speedy West Virginia wide receiver commit Jacobi Pasley to UGA, while elite DL Antwan McKoy recently committed to Georgia.

Following Alexander’s commitment, Texas has the No. 6 recruiting class in the country. The Longhorns have 18 total commitments while Georgia has 17 commitments and the nation’s No. 13 recruiting class.

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