"What really chose me to go to Texas is the coaches, the relationship piece, the atmosphere," Atkinson said. "You know, I feel like I just can compass everything I want at Texas. I just feel like the way [they're] going to have me playing is the best fit.

Five-star linebacker Tyler Atkinson has committed to Texas as a member of the Class of 2026, he announced Tuesday on ESPN's The Pat McAfee Show.

It seemed like he would stay home and play for Kirby Smart, but the top-ranked linebacker is headed to Texas and the Forty Acres.