In the world of college football recruiting, the competition is heating up, and cities across the country are buzzing about the recent early signing period that took place on Wednesday. The Southeast and Big Ten conferences are clearly leading the charge, dominating the rankings with the top 11 recruiting classes according to the latest updates.

At the forefront of this exciting race is Texas, claiming the No. 1 spot with an impressive lineup. The Longhorns signed four 5-star recruits, highlighted by safety Jonah Williams, who is currently the No. 8 ranked overall player. In a surprising twist, five-star cornerback Kade Phillips made a last-minute decision to flip to Texas from LSU, boosting their already strong class.

Following Texas, Alabama takes the No. 2 position, securing three 5-star players, with quarterback Keelon Russell leading the charge as the No. 2 overall recruit. Georgia rounds out the top three, having signed two top-rated recruits, including defensive linemen Elijah Griffin and Isaiah Gibson, who are both among the top 10 players nationally.

As we look at the numbers, it’s clear that the top five schools have attracted 19 5-star recruits, which showcases their immense talent pool. Oregon and Ohio State also make their mark, claiming the No. 4 and No. 5 positions, with Ohio State featuring two 5-stars – cornerback Devin Sanchez and quarterback Tavien St. Clair.

Following them, Auburn grabs the No. 6 class while defending national champion Michigan comes in at No. 7 after securing the top-rated prospect, quarterback Bryce Underwood. Rounding out the top 10 are LSU, Texas A&M, and Tennessee, with Florida just making it into the 11th spot.

This year’s recruiting scene mirrors last year’s top-rated classes, with many of the same players and schools rising to the top in a different order. As the dust settles from the early signing period, one thing is for sure: the future looks bright for college football in these powerhouse conferences.