Sooners secure commitment from 3-star RB Jakoby Dixon for 2027 class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The Oklahoma Sooners added running back Jakoby Dixon to their 2027 recruiting class on May 31, 2026. Dixon, a 5-foot-10, 200-pound prospect from Brenham High School in Texas, chose Oklahoma over several major programs including Oregon, Texas, and Ohio State. This marks the Sooners' second running back commitment in this cycle, joining fellow Texan Keldrid Ben. Dixon, who was his district's MVP for two consecutive seasons, ran for over 2,200 yards and scored 32 touchdowns as a sophomore. His commitment follows an official visit to Norman and represents a key addition for new running backs coach Deland McCullough.
- •Jakoby Dixon commits to Oklahoma for the 2027 class.
- •He is rated as a three-star prospect by Rivals.
- •Dixon ran for over 2,200 yards in his sophomore season.
- •He chose Oklahoma over Oregon, Texas, and others.
- •Dixon is the second RB commit, joining Keldrid Ben.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Sooners earn pledge from 3-star RB in 2027 recruiting class
"The Oklahoma Sooners have landed a second RB in the '27 cycle.
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