Before we get to the two commits, wanted to mention that Texas Tech commit Brody Pfannenstiel has flipped and is now committed to Wisconsin:

BREAKING: Brody Pfannenstiel has committed to Wisconsin #Badgers pic.twitter.com/xQnRX9TBuL

— Nick Osen (@TheRealNickOsen) June 17, 2026

Pfannenstiel is from Wisconsin so this makes sense and there was a point in time where I got worked up about things like this, but not any more.

Player: Adeola Werner
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 245
Class: 2027
Position: Defensive End
High School: London, England
Stats: N/A
Recruiting Profiles: On3 N/R | 24/7 Sports 87 3-star | ESPN N/A
Offers: Texas Tech, Auburn, TCU, UTSA

Werner is part of the NFL Academy and this is his NFL bio:

Adeola was born and raised in Germany, where he initially played soccer before discovering American football. His journey into the sport began while playing basketball in the snow, he met a friend who encouraged him to try football. Following that advice, Adeola quickly developed a passion for the game and began pursuing it seriously.

He connected with the NFL Academy through social media and visited the program, impressed by how well it balances school and elite-level football training. Recognising it as the perfect environment to grow both academically and athletically, he committed fully to the Academy.

Adeola studies English, chemistry, and business, and enjoys playing basketball in his free time. He draws inspiration from Micah Parsons and supports the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Red Raider Sports’ Ben Golan checked in on Werner’s commitment:

Werner was part of a group of NFL Academy prospect which visited Texas Tech on June 4. Werner returned to Lubbock on June 7 for Texas Tech’s camp, where after a standout performance he earned his offer from the Red Raiders.

Werner is a highly athletic prospect who per Tracking Football ranks in the 99th percentile in “COM score”.

Player: Joshua Banks
Height: 6’1″
Weight: 177
Class: 2027
Position: Cornerback
High School: Atascocita | Humble, TX
Stats: Three-phase experience as a junior, including 576 return yards and 2 punt return TDs. Recorded 1 INT on defense. Caught 8 passes for 79 yards and 1 TD (via 24/7 Sports link).
Recruiting Profiles: On3 91 4-star | 24/7 Sports 90 4-star | ESPN 79 3-star
Offers: Texas Tech, Colorado State, Arkansas, Arizona, Baylor, Boston College, Florida State, Houston, Iowa, Kansas, LSU, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Syracuse, Texas, UCLA, Hawaii, Sacramento State, Sam Houston, Tulsa, UNLV, Prairie View A&M

On3’s Sam Spiegelman spoke to Banks about his commitment:

Banks made two visits to Lubbock this offseason after collecting an offer from Joey McGuire, James Blanchard, and this staff, including an official visit last weekend, which vaulted Texas Tech to the top for the No. 17 CB in the country.

“It’s honestly a thing of what didn’t they do — they have a good connection with their players, great relationships from the coaches down to the players,” Banks told Rivals. “It’s a great environment to be in, and the energy they give you … can’t find that everywhere.”