Big 12 June Priorities: 5 Teams to Watch
- June is a critical month for college football recruiting, and several Big 12 programs are looking to make significant gains.
- For Baylor, currently sitting outside the top 50 nationally, June presents a prime chance to climb the ranks.
- Colorado, under the direction of coach Deion Sanders, aims to build on its current haul of two commitments.The Buffaloes are targeting four-star receiver Jordan Clay, along with linebacker...
June is crunch time for Big 12 football, and News directory 3 is on high alert! this month will define recruiting success, and five teams are in the spotlight. Baylor aims to elevate its recruiting class. Colorado seeks additions under Deion Sanders. Houston fights to secure five-star quarterback Keisean Henderson. Iowa State works to keep four-star Jett Thomalla, and Utah needs to gain serious momentum. Each program faces key challenges and opportunities during this crucial period. These teams are hosting critical visits and hoping to secure commitments that will shape their future on the gridiron. Which Big 12 teams will dominate the recruiting landscape? Discover what’s next.
Big 12 teams Gear Up for Crucial June Recruiting Push
Updated June 02, 2025
June is a critical month for college football recruiting, and several Big 12 programs are looking to make significant gains. With prospects making official visits and setting commitment dates,the next few weeks could reshape team recruiting rankings.
For Baylor, currently sitting outside the top 50 nationally, June presents a prime chance to climb the ranks. Coach Dave Aranda is expected to host several top targets, potentially solidifying commitments from key prospects like four-star receiver Jordan Clay and athlete Davian Groce.
Colorado, under the direction of coach Deion Sanders, aims to build on its current haul of two commitments.The Buffaloes are targeting four-star receiver Jordan Clay, along with linebacker Izayia Williams and defensive back Preston Ashley.
Houston’s top priority this June is retaining five-star quarterback Keisean Henderson, who has been committed for over a year. Though, a planned visit to Florida State has added complexity to the Cougars’ recruiting efforts. Several SEC commits and in-state prospects are also slated to visit Houston.
Iowa State, which already has 13 commitments, is working to keep four-star quarterback Jett Thomalla in the fold. Thomalla’s visit to Alabama underscores the challenge. The Cyclones are also focused on securing tight end ian Premer, who is also considering Kansas and Notre Dame.
Utah, with only one commitment so far, faces a crucial month to jumpstart its recruiting efforts.The Utes are hosting a large group of visitors, including in-state four-star Salesi Moa, Syracuse defensive back commit Jaxson Gates, and offensive lineman Kelvin Obot.
What’s next
The coming weeks will reveal which Big 12 programs successfully capitalized on June’s recruiting opportunities, setting the stage for the 2026 season.