Fort Worth North Crowley linebacker Jonathan Cunningham chose the Texas Longhorns over TCU and Utah, announcing his commitment on Sunday. Standing at 6’2 and weighing 195 pounds, Cunningham visited the Forty Acres officially on June 14 and also explored opportunities with TCU, Utah, and Kansas, which did not make his final cut. Despite receiving offers from 19 schools, Texas entered the recruitment later, extending an offer on February 1 alongside programs like Arizona State, Arkansas, and Miami.
With Fort Worth undergoing coaching changes, the evaluation dynamics for Cunningham shifted, yet Utah’s pursuit highlighted his prospects under coordinator Kyle Whittington. Cunningham’s versatility in playing in space, whether as a strong-side linebacker or box safety, is a significant asset, though enhancing his strength remains a focus. His future development, potentially adding 25-30 pounds, could shape his role, likely projecting him as an SEC inside linebacker given his frame.
Cunningham’s junior highlight reel underscores his impact on special teams, suggesting an early contribution in that area at the college level. Rated as a consensus three-star prospect, he ranks nationally at No. 461 and as the No. 47 linebacker per the 247Sports Composite rankings. His commitment bolsters Texas’ 2025 class, now comprising 14 pledges and positioned at No. 16 nationally in team rankings after recent updates.