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Texas Linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. Declares for 2026 NFL Draft

The junior’s decision puts his draft stock under the microscope.

Overview

  • He announced on social media that he will forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2026 draft.
  • Evaluations differ, with ESPN listing him as the No. 4 linebacker and roughly 33rd overall, while Pro Football Focus ranks him 50th.
  • He missed the final two games of 2025 with a broken hand but still logged 69 tackles, seven tackles for loss, four sacks and two interceptions.
  • His statement did not specify whether he will play against Michigan in the Dec. 31 Citrus Bowl.
  • Texas faces a significant defensive vacancy, with TyAnthony Smith’s recent snaps and incoming prospects mentioned as potential replacements.