The Oklahoma Sooners have landed a massive recruiting victory, flipping four-star running back Jonathan Hatton Jr. from the Texas A&M Aggies. This significant flip adds a top-tier playmaker to Brent Venables’ 2026 class and deals a direct blow to an SEC rival.
### 🔄 A Flip That Keeps on Giving
This commitment is unique, as Hatton is no stranger to the Sooners’ program. He was initially committed to Oklahoma for over a year before reopening his recruitment last December. After a stint pledged to Texas A&M, he has now decided to return to Norman.
* **Immediate Impact**: This is a significant boost for a Sooners’ rushing attack that has struggled with depth.
* **Talent Upgrade**: Hatton is a consensus top-100 national prospect, regarded as a top-five running back in the 2026 class. He is ESPN’s No. 71 overall recruit and the No. 8 running back in the nation.
* **Productive Workhorse**: At 6-foot-1 and 215 pounds, Hatton is a proven workhorse, rushing for over 1,300 yards and 16 touchdowns as a senior.
### 💎 The Bigger Picture
Hatton’s flip is part of a larger trend, as the Sooners have been building significant momentum on the recruiting trail. This move has also vaulted Oklahoma into the top 15 of the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings.
