Inside Texas takes a closer look at the fit and function for 2026 Mellisa three-star OT and Horns commit Max Wright in this edition of the Recruiting Notebook.
Inside Texas takes a closer look at the fit and function for 2026 Mellisa three-star OT and Horns commit Max Wright in this edition of the Recruiting Notebook.
Max Wright, OT, Melissa (Texas) – #AllGas26
How he fits at Texas:
Max Wright should be an offensive tackle at 6-foot-8 and 310 pounds. He plays reasonably low and is very quick in space with a lot of impressive pulls. It’s possible he could slide inside to guard like Hayden Conner and be a plus pass protector and good pulling guard like Conner but his length and quickness should optimize at tackle. He bends pretty well but it’s hard to get low on a defensive tackle when you’re 6-foot-8. He’ll probably play right tackle and whether or not he can move over to the left side will depend on how skilled and anticipatory he can be with his kick step. – Ian Boyd
Coach Says:
Strengths — Very tall human at 6-foot-8 with good size and some room to add. Has great hip, knee and ankle flex in his stance. Projects to tackle and seems he’ll have the tools. Has good acceleration under balance out of his stance. Has more proper pad level highlights than most players in HS. If pads are low, he moves just about anyone he wants. Can climb easily to the second level. Hand placement is generally quite good and appropriate for the type of block he’s executing. Footwork in the run game is excellent. Strong jab. Has some pull ability too. In pass pro, will work to mirror the rusher and has some effective if unspectacular film. High floor player.
Areas to improve — Pad level consistency. In pass pro, his first steps are quite choppy and this will need work. Consistent use of leverage will be helpful. While he’s good at reaching the second level, I’d like to see more of his screen game and downfield blocking. Smaller moving targets seem to pose a challenge but this may be due to limited sample on film.
How this affects Texas:
There was already a need for offensive tackle bodies in the Texas Football program before Wright committed in early Spring. The 6-foot-8, 310-pound three-star and son of former Oklahoma State DL is more on the Kyle Flood developmental track. Him and John Turntine III make up a solid offensive tackle duo, but this class will add another OT. Wright chose UT over Notre Dame, SMU, and others. – Justin Wells
Wright is the No. 428 overall prospect, No. 34 offensive tackle, and No. 55 player in Texas for the Class of 2026, according to the Rivals Industry Rankings.
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