Elijajuan Houston commits to SMU after decommitting from Arizona State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Elijajuan Houston has committed to SMU, becoming one of the top additions to the Mustangs' 2027 recruiting class. Houston decommitted from Arizona State a day prior to his commitment to SMU. He expressed appreciation for the support from the Mustangs throughout his recruitment, highlighting the team's consistent communication and welcoming culture. Houston, a three-star safety from Fort Worth North Crowley, is ranked as the No. 553 prospect overall in the 2027 class according to Rivals.
- •Houston decommitted from Arizona State before choosing SMU.
- •He is ranked as the No. 54 safety in the 2027 class.
- •Houston cited SMU's culture and coaching staff as key factors in his decision.
- •He is one of the top prospects in the Dallas Metroplex.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — Elijajuan Houston commits to SMU: ‘Nothing wrong with being a hometown hero’
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