Oklahoma Lands Four-Star Linebacker Jay Schell
The blue-chip Rabun Gap prospect strengthens the Sooners’ defensive recruiting class and projects to fit Brent Venables’ need for a versatile, edge-capable linebacker.
Overview
- Jay Schell announced his commitment to Oklahoma on Tuesday, choosing the Sooners over offers from Clemson, Florida, Georgia, Ohio State, Ole Miss and other Power Four programs.
- National services rate Schell as a top prospect at linebacker, with ESPN placing him at No. 1 at the position and Rivals ranking him No. 7 in the nation.
- As a 2025 sophomore at Rabun Gap, Schell recorded 77 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and three sacks, production that helped draw attention from elite programs.
- Scouts and recruiting reports say Schell offers inside play, edge-rush ability, sideline-to-sideline speed and special-teams upside that match the skill set Brent Venables emphasizes.
- Schell joins tight end Connor Arant and Trey Tagliaferri in Oklahoma’s 2028 class, a pickup that should deepen the Sooners’ defensive depth and influence future recruiting battles for top linebackers.