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Texas Spotlight: Predictions for five top unsigned prospects

While February’s National Signing Day might not provide the same level of drama as the debut of the Early Signing Period, it won’t be without intrigue. Plenty of prospects are still available, but due to the new brand of supply-and-demand, Texas’ biggest names - in addition to those that have seen a recent rise in popularity - will be watched closely in the coming weeks.

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Jaylen Waddle
Jaylen Waddle (NICK KRUEGER | rivals.com)

Waddle has continued to make things difficult on recruiting media with his ability to not give significant hints as to which programs have made the most headway with him down the stretch. That, in turn, has continued to give all the teams involved with him the impression that they’re in the best standing. An obvious connection to Texas A&M has been drawn, following his recruitment by Jimbo Fisher from his time at FSU. But Alabama has considered itself a major player for some time. Meanwhile, Oregon and Texas have continued their efforts with him, but both of those programs have publicly been recruiting other wide receivers in-state.

Prediction: Texas A&M

Leon O'Neal
Leon O'Neal (Nick Lucero/Rivals.com)

O’Neal had been committed to Texas A&M since the spring, knowing the circumstances that eventually led to Kevin Sumlin’s dismissal. At the time, he said that he’d be willing to stay committed to the Aggies should they find a coach that he felt comfortable with. But he still decommitted after the seemingly smart hire of Jimbo Fisher. Since then, O'Neal has focused on Clemson, Georgia and Oklahoma - in addition to the Aggies - and is completing his official visit schedule. However, in public, he hasn’t been shy about continuing to wear Aggie-branded gear and could be reeled back in by Fisher and his new staff.

Prediction: Oklahoma

Joshua Moore
Joshua Moore (Rivals.com)

Depending on what you choose to believe, everything could come down to a matter of semantics when trying to figure out which programs Moore is most interested in. At the Under Armour All-American Game, he hesitated to say he had a top six, but mentioned as many schools that he was most interested in - those being Alabama, Florida State, Oregon, Texas, Texas A&M, and USC. He’s been adamant that having the opportunity to run track - and a chance to play defense - are things that way heavy in his consideration. Many expect A&M to have an in with him, thanks to his brother, Jordan, already being signed to the Aggies. But he’s already been committed once to Nebraska, so it’s not a given that he’ll be looking to link up with him with his second commitment.

Prediction: Oregon

Cam Jones
Cam Jones (NICK KRUEGER | rivals.com)

Jones had been out of the limelight while he’d been committed to UCLA throughout the fall. After a change in coaching staff and his decommitment after Jim Mora’s departure, things picked back up for Jones in a hurry. Nebraska wasted little time getting involved with him, and appears to be the favorite with him after adding Scott Frost on the heels of his undefeated season at UCF. Meanwhile, Ole Miss and Baylor remain in the picture, and Jones will make his announcement at the end of this month.

Prediction: Nebraska

Tommy Bush
Tommy Bush (rivals.com)

Bush is another wide receiver that has long been on the minds of programs from around the country. As the week of All-American activity wrapped up in Orlando, Bush appeared to be mulling over a decision that most prominently included Florida, Georgia and Ole Miss, but this week Texas appears to have stepped back into the equation as the Longhorns look to round out their class. Arkansas is also a recent suitor for Bush after Chad Morris’ move to the Razorbacks, and Bush also took an official visit to Michigan State in November, so where he will take his final official and how heavily that will weigh on his recruitment will be closely watched.

Prediction: Georgia

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