Five-Star DL David Hicks commits to Texas A&M

Five-star defensive lineman David Hicks of Katy (TX) Paetow High announced his commitment to Texas A&M Wednesday afternoon.

The 6-foot-4, 270 pounder chose the Aggies over Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Michigan State, Alabama, and Miami.

Hicks on why he chose Texas A&M

“What really stood out about A&M was it is close to home and I have a really good relationship with the coaching staff,” Hicks said. “They have been recruiting me since 8th grade, and it is somewhere that I know I can be developed and still be close to family.”

Strong relationships + A&M’s plan 

“I have a really good relationship with coach E(lijah Robinson)  and coach Nick (Williams), as well as (DJ) Durkin too,” Hicks said. “They see me playing the end and defensive tackle spot, and I feel like I fit in a lot.”

The Lone Star State defensive lineman headlines the Aggies’ Top 20 Class in the 2023 team rankings. He is accompanied by Anthony Hill Jr., Bravion Rogers, and others.

David Hicks Scouting Summary

“Physically-developed defensive lineman with advanced power along with length and quickness,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Possesses a big frame with a muscled build and an 80-inch wingspan at 6-foot-4. Has brute strength which he pairs with initial quickness to create steady disruption along the line of scrimmage. Consistently shows quick and powerful hands at the point of attack with some advanced pass rush technique for a young defensive lineman. Very much a power player at this point in his development, but plays with some nuance and technical skill. Working at both defensive end and defensive tackle as a junior at a powerhouse program in Texas’ highest classification. A strong, but not elite athlete. Turned in dominant showings at college camps prior to his junior season.”

Hicks currently ranks as the No. 9 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts all four major recruiting services. He also tabs in as the top defensive lineman and the No. 1 player in the state of Texas.