Tyler Atkinson, the No. 1 linebacker in the 2026 recruiting class, committed to Texas on Tuesday.Appearing on “The Pat McAfee Show,” the five-star prospect chose the Longhorns over finalists Clemson, Oregon and presumptive favorite Georgia.Atkinson, who plays at Grayson High School in Loganville, Ga., is ranked No. 9 overall, No. 1 at his position and No. 1 in the Peach State by the 247 Sports composite.The 6-foot-2, 215-pound Atkinson, who visited Georgia more than a dozen times during the recruiting process, made an official visit to Austin from June 20-22.”I feel like I just encompass everything I want at Texas … the way they have me playing is the best fit, and that’s why I chose Texas,” he said.