Five-Star Quarterback Bell Solidifies Commitment After Witnessing Texas Victory Over Texas A&M
AUSTIN,TX – Highly-rated 2026 quarterback Julian Bell,currently the no. 2 quarterback and No.1 prospect out of Florida in his class, reportedly had his commitment to the University of Texas reinforced during the Longhorns‘ recent victory over Texas A&M. The future Longhorn was in attendance as Texas defeated the Aggies, and current players made a concerted effort to make him feel welcome, further cementing his decision to join the program.
Bell’s commitment arrives as Texas boasts the seventh-ranked recruiting class nationally and the third-best in the SEC, trailing only Georgia and Alabama. The Longhorns are assembling a formidable quarterback room, with Bell joining current backup KJ Lacey – the No. 13 QB in the 2025 class – and starting quarterback Arch Manning, the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2023 class.
The presence of Bell on the sidelines during the win over Texas A&M is believed to have been particularly impactful. The atmosphere surrounding the program, highlighted by a rivalry victory, underscored the appeal of joining a team that appears to be dominating it’s competition.As one article noted, being part of a team that “seemingly owns its rivals” is a powerful draw for any prospective athlete.
