Texas LB Rasheem Biles is not joining Ohio State after transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Rasheem Biles, a former Pitt linebacker, has signed with Texas after entering the NCAA transfer portal. Originally from Pickerington, Ohio, Biles faced recruitment snubs from Ohio State, which he holds a grudge against. Now with Texas, Biles is eager to face the Buckeyes in their Week 2 matchup. He has gained recognition as a disruptive presence at practice, receiving praise from Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian.
- •Rasheem Biles grew up near Ohio State.
- •He signed with Texas after the transfer portal.
- •Biles has a history of being overlooked by OSU.
- •Texas will play Ohio State in Week 2.
- •Steve Sarkisian praises Biles as a standout at practice.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State game is personal for new Texas LB Rasheem Biles
"Many experts thought Ohio native Raheem Biles would sign with the Buckeyes when the Pitt LB hit the transfer portal. Turns out he had no interest.
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