Five-Star OT Felix Ojo Talks Texas, Recruiting, and Competing at OTC 7-on-7

This weekend at the OTC 7-on-7 tournament in Dallas, IT caught up with one of the most dynamic and versatile prospects in the country: Felix Ojo, a five-star offensive tackle out of Mansfield Lake Ridge High School.

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Ojo, the No. 3 offensive tackle nationally, No. 1 player in Texas, and No. 6 overall prospect, was doing something you don’t see every day from a 6-foot-6, 274-pound lineman—running routes and catching passes against some of the nation’s top athletes.

“I just love to compete,” Ojo said. “Wherever I can go to compete, I’m there. It doesn’t matter what sport.”

And that’s no exaggeration. Since first meeting Ojo, I’ve seen him perform on the football field, basketball court, throw discus and shot put in track and field, dominate at the Under Armour Camp, and now, make plays in 7-on-7. His competitive spirit is unmatched.

But for Ojo, it’s about more than just being a five-star.

“I want to be the No. 1 player in the nation, regardless of position,” he said. “That’s what I’m chasing. I want to prove I’m that guy.”

Recruiting Rundown

Ojo has one final spring visit scheduled—to Notre Dame next week. After that, his official visits will begin this summer, as he narrows down the schools that align with his goals both on and off the field.

One school that continues to sit in a strong position is the University of Texas.

“One thing I really like about Texas is how they recruit,” Ojo said. “I’ll FaceTime with Coach Steve Sarkisian, talk to Coach Kyle Flood or Coach Derron Gatewood on the phone—it’s usually some kind of communication at least once a week. But it’s the right balance. They show love and make it clear they want me, but it’s not too much. It’s not overbearing. It feels genuine.”

He added that some schools can become too aggressive with constant contact, which becomes a turnoff.

“We’ve got lives outside of football too,” he said. “Texas understands that, and that’s why I respect how they move.”

Ojo also noted that his relationship with Coach Sark, Coach Flood, and Coach Gatewood is in a great spot, and that Texas has clearly laid out a vision for his future.

The Texas Pipeline

When asked about what Texas is building on the offensive line, Ojo pointed straight to two names: Kelvin Banks and Trevor Goosby.

“I didn’t know much about Goosby at first, but of course I knew Kelvin Banks—you see him on TV out there ballin’,” he said. “But once I learned about how Texas developed Goosby—he came in at a lighter weight, and now he’s about to be the man at left tackle, following in Banks’ footsteps, who’s headed to the NFL—it really opened my eyes.”

“Texas has a pipeline. They’re building something. They need a left tackle, and that’s the plan for me too. So I can definitely see myself there.”

Physically Ready, Mentally Focused

At 6-foot-6 and 274 pounds, Ojo already has the size and frame to project as a future left tackle at the college level. Texas, like most schools, views him as a natural fit at that position—and they’re happy with where he’s at physically.

“They told me I’m good where I’m at. Maybe I’ll add 25 to 30 pounds once I’m on campus, but there’s no pressure to bulk up right now,” he explained. “Some guys are undersized and have to gain weight, others are too big and need to trim down. I feel like I’m coming in at the right size, and after one offseason, I’ll be ready.”

Always Studying, Always Competing

What really stands out about Ojo is how thoughtful and strategic he is. He’s not just watching tape—he’s studying depth charts, evaluating rosters, and understanding exactly what kind of competition he’ll face at every school recruiting him.

“I want to know what I’m walking into,” he said. “Who’s ahead of me, what kind of talent is already in the room—I’m doing my homework. Because I’m coming in to compete.”

That mindset, paired with his versatility, makes Ojo one of the most intriguing prospects in the country. Whether it’s on the offensive line, on the track, or lining up in 7-on-7, he’s always looking to prove himself.

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“Whatever school gets me, they’re getting a dog,” he said. “I’m not coming in to sit. I’m coming in to work.”