This series breaks down the best all-time in-state recruits in Dave Campbell's Texas Football's prospect rankings era (2012-2025) for each P4 college in Texas, one team at a time.
The Five Highest-Rated Houston Cougars Commits Since 2012
DT Ed Oliver | No. 2. 2016 | Spring Westfield: He was an immediate starter and won the Outland Trophy award before being drafted.
WR Mikal Harrison-Pilot | No. 31, 2023 | Temple: He transferred to Texas Tech, where he is now playing DB.
S/OLB Maurice Williams II | No. 31, 2024 | Shadow Creek: Played in 10 games as a true freshman and is set to further contribute in 2024.
WR Matthew Golden | No. 32, 2022 | Klein Cain: Transferred to Texas after racking up 994 yards and 13 scores in two years at UH. Projected as a first-round selection in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.
DE Nelson Ceasar | No. 45, 2019 | FB Ridge Point: Enjoyed a successful UH career culminating in All-Big 12 honors in 2023.
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