Florida · SECEaston Royal flips commitment from Texas to Florida
The five-star receiver gives Florida a recruiting boost before the Gators visit Texas on Oct. 17.
OCT 12, 2026
With Florida and Texas set to meet Saturday, Oct. 17, five-star wide receiver Easton Royal flipped his commitment from Texas to Florida, according to On3.
Florida's 4-2 start has matched its 2025 win total after a 4-8 season, though the Gators have lost to Missouri and South Carolina in their past two games. Texas is 4-1 after last season's 10-3 finish. Royal's flip gives Florida an early test of whether its rebound can produce recruiting momentum, while Texas loses a major piece of its future receiver room.
On3 reported that Florida has plans for Royal's immediate impact and that the recent losses did not change his outlook on the program. Royal's signing or enrollment timeline and specific role at Florida remain unclear.