The Texas Longhorns know exactly where they need to keep building if they want to stay competitive in the trenches: the offensive line. And they’ve got their eyes on a big-time target in the 2027 recruiting class - literally and figuratively.
Ismael Camara, one of the top-rated offensive linemen in the country, has locked in an official visit to Austin for the weekend of June 12. That weekend just became a major recruiting checkpoint for Steve Sarkisian and his staff.
Camara isn’t just another name on the board. At 6’6” and 330 pounds, the Gilmer, Texas native is the kind of prospect who walks onto a field and immediately looks like he belongs at the next level.
He’s been on Texas’ radar for a while now, and getting him on campus this summer is a big win in itself. But now comes the real test: showing him why Texas is the right place to anchor down and dominate on Saturdays.
This isn’t a player you casually recruit - Camara is the type of lineman who could end up as the No. 1 overall recruit in the 2027 class. He’s that good.
He’s already got the frame, the footwork, and the physicality to step into a Power Four program and compete for playing time as a true freshman. And his versatility?
That’s just icing on the cake. He can line up at guard or tackle and bring the same level of dominance to either spot.
Camara’s development over the past year has only added to the buzz. After weighing in at 370 pounds last season, he’s transformed his body into a leaner, more explosive 325-pound machine.
That kind of physical evolution speaks volumes about his work ethic and ceiling. He’s not just big - he’s athletic, powerful, and committed to getting better.
When you watch Camara’s tape, it’s hard not to see shades of former Alabama star Evan Neal. But Camara brings a little more raw power to the table.
He’s built like a wrecking ball and plays with the kind of physical edge that offensive line coaches dream about. In the run game, he’s downright nasty - eager to finish blocks and bury defenders.
That mean streak is a big part of what makes him such an intriguing prospect.
In pass protection, he’s no slouch either. His lateral quickness and sheer size make him tough to get around, especially at the high school level. He’s not perfect - he’ll need to continue refining his technique, particularly when it comes to lowering his pad level and anchoring against bull rushes - but the tools are all there.
Landing a player like Camara would be a statement for Texas. In a recruiting landscape where elite linemen are always in high demand, especially in the SEC, securing a commitment from a homegrown powerhouse like Camara would be one of the Longhorns’ biggest wins in recent memory. The June visit is circled on the calendar - now it’s up to the Texas staff to roll out the burnt orange carpet and make their pitch count.