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Texas building 2027 wide receiver depth with latest in-state commitment
By Billy Gates at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Kyron Brown is a 3-star recruit out of Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, currently rated as the No. 79 wide receiver in the country by 247Sports' composite ratings. He chose the Longhorns over Northwestern and Kansas State.
Key takeaway 79 wide receiver in the country by 247Sports' composite ratings.
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The commitment of Kyron Brown to the University of Texas is a significant development for the Longhorns' 2027 recruiting class, particularly in terms of bolstering their wide receiver depth. As a highly regarded in-state recruit, Brown's decision to stay in Texas and play for the Longhorns reflects the program's ongoing ability to attract top talent from within the state. This is crucial for the team's long-term success, as it allows them to build a strong foundation of players who are already familiar with the Texas football landscape. The fact that Brown chose the Longhorns over out-of-state programs like Northwestern and Kansas State also suggests that the team's recruiting efforts are yielding positive results, which will be important to watch as the 2027 class continues to take shape. Brown's addition will likely have a significant impact on the team's offense in the coming years.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Kyron Brown is a 3-star recruit out of Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, currently rated as the No. 79 wide receiver in the country by 247Sports' composite ratings. He chose the Longhorns over Northwestern and Kansas State.
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