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Tennessee Volunteers football continues to build momentum toward its 2027 football signing class, and one of its latest targets has narrowed his recruitment significantly.
Four-star cornerback Montre Jackson, a standout from Texas, has included Tennessee in his top eight schools, according to On3 recruiting analyst Sam Spiegelman.
Montre Jackson’s Top Eight Schools
Jackson’s current shortlist features a strong mix of Power Four programs:
- Oklahoma Sooners football
- Texas Longhorns football
- SMU Mustangs football
- Ole Miss Rebels football
- Texas Tech Red Raiders football
- Texas A&M Aggies football
- Duke Blue Devils football
- Tennessee Volunteers
This list highlights just how competitive Jackson’s recruitment has become.
Player Profile and Rankings
The 6-foot-1, 175-pound defensive back plays at Lakeview Centennial High School in Garland, Texas. He is regarded as one of the top cover corners in the state.
According to 247Sports, Jackson is ranked as:
- No. 19 cornerback nationally in the 2027 class
- No. 23 overall prospect in Texas
His size, athleticism, and ball skills have made him a priority target for programs across the country.
Tennessee’s Interest and Official Visit
Tennessee officially offered Jackson a scholarship on April 29, 2025, signaling strong interest from the Volunteers’ coaching staff. Jackson has already scheduled an official visit to Knoxville on June 19, an important step in the recruiting process.
That visit could play a major role in Tennessee’s chances of landing the highly rated defensive back.
Recruitment History and Other Offers
Texas Tech was the first school to offer Jackson, extending a scholarship on December 30, 2023. Since then, interest has surged.
Other notable programs that have offered Jackson include Baylor, Illinois, Houston, Mississippi State, TCU, Minnesota, Florida State, Pittsburgh, Oklahoma State, Syracuse, Purdue, Kansas, Vanderbilt, Maryland, Kansas State, Wake Forest, Arizona State, Arkansas, Nebraska, LSU, Stanford, and Virginia Tech.
Tennessee’s 2027 Commitments So Far
Tennessee currently holds four commitments in its 2027 recruiting class:
- Linebacker JP Peace
- Cornerback Kamauri Whitfield
- Offensive tackle Princeton Uwaifo
- Defensive lineman Kadin Fife
Adding another elite cornerback like Jackson would further strengthen the class.
Montre Jackson’s decision to include Tennessee football in his top eight reflects the program’s growing national recruiting reach.
With an official visit scheduled and strong positional need in the secondary, the Volunteers remain firmly in the race for one of Texas’ top 2027 defensive backs. As the recruiting cycle continues, Tennessee’s ability to close could hinge on upcoming visits and continued relationship building.