Top defensive linemen of 2027 class commit to various schools
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Forty-four four and five-star defensive linemen have committed for the 2027 recruiting cycle, marking the highest number since 2023. These top prospects are spread across 29 schools. Notable commitments include Jalen Brewster to Texas Tech, Marcus Fakatou to Ohio State, and David Folorunsho to Notre Dame. The commitments reflect ongoing recruitment battles, particularly for Brewster, who is attracting interest from programs such as LSU. The of college football recruiting continues to evolve as these young talents prepare for their future careers.
- •Jalen Brewster is the No. 1 prospect committed to Texas Tech.
- •Marcus Fakatou ranks No. 2 nationally and is heading to Ohio State.
- •David Folorunsho commits to Notre Dame, boosting their ranked class.
- •Myels Smith will play for Texas A&M, contributing to a strong recruiting class.
- •All 44 blue-chip defensive linemen in the 2027 class are currently committed.
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Where the top defensive linemen in the 2027 class are committed
"The defensive line is often plentiful with blue-chip prospects. The 2027 recruiting cycle features 44 four and five-stars at the position, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all major recruiting media companies. That’s the most blue-chip DLs in a class since the 2023 cycle. Of those 44 D-linemen, all are committed, […]
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