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Texas A&M football has bolstered its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of four-star safety Chance Collins from Mansfield, Texas. Recognized as one of the top prospects in the nation, Collins brings strong defensive and offensive abilities, including impressive stats from his junior season. This commitment marks the 14th addition to the Aggies’ recruiting class, which is currently among the top in the nation. Texas A&M continues to pursue elite talent as they prepare for future seasons, including high-caliber recruits scheduled for upcoming visits.
College Station, Texas – Texas A&M football has strengthened its 2026 recruiting class by securing the commitment of four-star safety Chance Collins. The talented prospect, hailing from Mansfield, Texas, selected the Aggies over competing interest from schools such as Utah, Texas Tech, and West Virginia.
Collins is recognized as one of the top football recruits in the nation, ranked as the 34th-best safety and 377th overall nationally by 247Sports. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 185 pounds, Collins possesses the versatility to contribute effectively as both a safety and a receiver at Mansfield Timberview High School.
During his junior season, he showcased his defensive prowess with impressive statistics, recording 20 tackles including two tackles for loss, alongside six interceptions and eight pass breakups. Offensively, Collins also made significant contributions, catching 16 passes for 310 yards and two touchdowns.
In addition to his impressive football abilities, Collins has demonstrated remarkable speed, clocking in at 10.76 seconds for the 100-meter dash and 21.16 seconds for the 200-meter dash earlier this year. These attributes not only highlight his athleticism but also enhance his appeal to collegiate programs.
Collins’ commitment marks the 14th addition to Texas A&M’s 2026 recruiting class, which is currently recognized as the No. 7 overall class in the nation according to the 247Sports composite rankings. Notably, 12 of the previous 13 commitments for this class are also four-star recruits, indicating a strong focus on attracting high-caliber talent.
As Texas A&M builds its roster, they are also pursuing other prominent prospects, including four-star EDGE defender Samu Moala and wide receiver Madden Williams. Both players are viewed as potential flip candidates from their current commitments. Moala is specifically being prioritized by Washington and UCLA, while Williams has drawn interest from both Washington and USC.
Both Moala and Williams are scheduled to visit Texas A&M on the weekend of June 20, 2024, an event that promises to attract several top-tier recruits. The Aggies will welcome other marquee recruits during this visit, including five-star athlete Brandon Arrington and four-star prospects Paris Melvin Jr., Jayden Warren, and cornerback Camren Hamiel.
This recruitment cycle has seen Texas A&M working diligently to enhance their roster, and securing Collins is a testament to the program’s strategy. With a continued focus on attracting elite talent, the Aggies are poised to make significant strides as they prepare for the upcoming seasons.
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