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Kendall Sanders: 2012 Texas Recruiting Spotlight

A look at 2012 Brownwood defensive back Kevin Vaccaro, who could have helped keep his older brother at Texas for another year. But what does the Bowie Knife bring to the table himself?

Johnathan Gray. The Texas commit is the second-ranked player nationally by ESPNU and will join a talented stable of backs in Austin.

Texas QB Connor Brewer is already on campus and working out with the Longhorn football team. What expectations will he face as a freshman?

Despite looking like a virtual Aggie lock, Brenham DT Malcom Brown became a Longhorn. What will he provide for Texas as a freshman?

Texas commit Kennedy Estelle was expected to come and in and contribute early when he committed as a member of the 2012 class. What happened that changed that perception?

It was a long and twisting road for area product Daje Johnson to receive his Texas offer, but he finally did and committed days before NSD. So what does the versatile athlete bring to the table for the 'Horns?

Texas commit Cayleb Jones has long been considered one of the top receivers nationally in the 2012 class, but his stock took a late drop. What are the concerns surrounding him as he prepares to sign on Wednesday?

Texas commit and early enrollee Orlando Thomas played quarterback in high school, but will likely play cornerback as a Longhorn. How will he transition to his new position?

With Signing Day rapidly approaching, it's time to take a look at Brenham linebacker Tim Cole, a 2012 Texas commit. Why has Cole's stock taken a hit over the last year?