John Meredith Iii

A first-year defensive back who reclassified to the class of 2026 and early enrolled at Texas for fall 2026 ... has played in one career game. Made collegiate debut vs. Texas State (9/5), recording one solo stop. Reclassified from 2027 to 2026 to early enroll at Texas … consensus five-star prospect amongst national recruiting services … named the top-ranked recruit in the class of 2027 per Rivals Industry Ranking ... rated No. 2 cornerback in the class of 2027 by 247Sports … named No. 20 overall player in the country by 247Sports … No. 2 overall prospect in the 2027 SC Next 300 … was invited to the Under Armor All-America game as a junior … was tabbed the 4-6A Defensive Newcomer of the Year as a sophomore in 2024 … holds a sub-22 second mark in the 200 meters along with a 43+ foot triple jump.