The Texas Longhorns continue to make noise on the recruiting trail, extending offers to two elite Houston-area playmakers who bring speed, production, and game-changing ability.
Benny Easter — WR
Humble Summer Creek | Class of 2027
6’2”, 193 lbs | 4-Star Prospect
Committed to Texas Tech (Nov.)
Benny Easter is one of the most complete wide receivers in the 2027 class. With a stout build and polished skill set, Easter consistently wins at the catch point and stretches defenses vertically.
- Big-play threat with sure hands and an extended catch radius
- Gets to top speed quickly; long strider who eats up cushion
- Physical finisher who attacks the football in the air
- Special teams weapon: 3 return TDs in 2025
2025 Production:
- 89 receptions
- 1,309 yards
- 19 touchdowns
Easter checks every box and profiles as an elite Power Four prospect.
Dillon Mitchell — ATH
C.E. King | Class of 2028
Dillon Mitchell is simply the fastest football player in the country. The C.E. King standout recently ran a 6.63 indoor 60 meters, the No. 1 time in the United States, and that track speed translates directly to the gridiron.
- Electric with the ball in his hands
- All-purpose threat: RB, WR, returner
- Dangerous in space; elite yards-after-catch ability
- Game-breaking return man, give him a lane and it’s six
Production & Impact:
- Well over 1,000 all-purpose yards
- Double-digit touchdowns
- Key contributor in helping lead C.E. King to a 6A Division II State title appearance
Mitchell is a true football player with rare, elite speed who can change games instantly.
The Big Picture
By offering Benny Easter and Dillon Mitchell, Texas has targeted two premier difference-makers out of the Houston area, one a polished, high-production receiver and the other a world-class speed athlete with positional versatility.
The Longhorns are clearly prioritizing explosiveness, versatility, and proven playmakers as they build toward the future.
