Nation's No. 2 CB Malik Muhammad commits to Texas

Four-star cornerback Malik Muhammad of Dallas (TX) South Oak Cliff announced his commitment to Texas Wednesday afternoon.

The 6-foot, 180 pounder chose the Longhorns over Texas A&M and Alabama.

Muhammad on why he chose Texas

“Well, I started to get a tight relationship with the coaches, and they were telling me that they want me to be the alpha male and face of the defense,” Muhammad said. “They also had the best situation for me on and off of the field.”

Malik Muhammad on what it means to stay home and put on for Texas

“It feels good,” Muhammad said. “I have been doing it for a long time, so it is instilled in me.”

He joins coach Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns’ top 5 class alongside Arch Manning, Johntay Cook II, and others.

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Malik Muhammad Scouting Summary

“Long-armed corner who excels in press-man coverage with the ball skills to create turnovers,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Shows off his ball skills with the ability to high point the football while playing receiver. Has a 6’3”+ wingspan despite being around 6-feet in height. Ran an electronically-timed 4.61 40-yard dash in 2021, showing good speed relative to other corner prospects. This speed and burst translates to the track as well as he participates in the 400m/800m/1600m relays as well as the high jump, long jump and triple jump. One of the most natural corners in the country that will need to add more mass to his frame in order to hold up with the physicality of the game at the next level. Helped his high school team to a historic state title as a junior.”

Muhammad ranks as the No. 30 player in the On300 rankings. He also tabs in as the No. 2 cornerback and the third-best player in the state of Texas.