Texas football is back in the mix for 2028 running back Micah Rhodes after the four-star prospect reopened his recruitment following a key coaching change.
Texas football may have a new opening in the 2028 recruiting cycle, and it’s a big one.
Four-star running back Micah Rhodes is back on the market after ending his pledge to Oklahoma, giving the Longhorns another shot at one of the top young playmakers in the state.
That development matters for Texas because Rhodes has already been back in Austin multiple times recently. The Klein Oak standout reportedly visited the Forty Acres twice over the last two weeks, and his latest trip left a strong impression.
For a program trying to build long-term momentum in the 2028 class, getting a talented in-state running back back on campus this quickly is a significant step.
Rhodes originally chose Oklahoma in January over both Texas and Texas A&M, but the situation changed when former Sooners running backs coach DeMarco Murray left Norman for the NFL.
Murray had been a major factor in Rhodes’ recruitment, and his departure appears to have reshaped the outlook of the young back’s recruitment in a hurry.
That kind of shift isn’t unusual in modern recruiting, especially for underclassmen.
Relationships with position coaches often carry enormous weight, and when one of those trusted voices leaves, it can reset everything. Rhodes made it clear he’s still processing the change, saying there’s been plenty of emotion tied to Murray’s move and that he and his family are still trying to figure out the next step.
That uncertainty could work in Texas’ favor.
The Longhorns have kept themselves involved, and now they’ve got another opportunity to make a strong push with a high-upside running back prospect who already knows the rivalry stakes.
If Texas can continue building comfort with Rhodes and his family, this could become one of the more interesting recruiting battles in the 2028 cycle.
For now, the key takeaway is simple ... Micah Rhodes is available again, and Texas appears determined to stay right in the middle of the fight.
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