In a surprising move, four-star offensive tackle Nick Brooks from Grayson, Georgia, has committed to the Texas Longhorns, passing on a massive offer from the defending champions, Georgia. Brooks announced his decision on Friday, marking a major win for Texas in their quest to build an elite offensive line.
Texas offensive line coach Kyle Flood has been instrumental in assembling one of the nation’s top offensive line units, and Brooks is a perfect fit with his impressive size and potential. Ranked as the No. 180 player and the No. 14 offensive tackle in the 2025 class according to 247Sports Composite rankings, Brooks was highly coveted, garnering 32 scholarship offers from top programs across the country.
Initially committed to the Iowa Hawkeyes as a junior, Brooks reopened his recruitment just two months later. He eventually narrowed his options to three schools: USC, his home-state Georgia Bulldogs, and Texas, visiting all three during the summer. Despite the strong pull from his hometown favorites, Brooks ultimately chose Texas, thanks in part to the Longhorns securing the final visit.
Standing at 6’7” and weighing 345 pounds, Brooks brings an imposing presence to Texas’ offensive line, which has already seen success with similarly-sized players like Connor Stroh and Cam Williams. However, Brooks may require some time to develop fully, given his size and the fact that he has transferred schools four times in four years, playing in both Iowa and Georgia throughout his high school career.
Brooks’ commitment propels Texas to No. 12 in the 247Sports Composite team rankings, just outside the top 10, now sitting right behind the Oregon Ducks.
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