From the Recruiting Trail: A Visit with 4-Star Offensive Tackle Brian Swanson; South Oak Cliff Lineman Holds Offers from Ole Miss, other top programs

OXFORD, Miss. –– High school football is back! That means each week The Rebel Walk is hitting the road to catch Ole Miss commits, top targets and prospects in action. This past week we headed to Houston for the opening of the Texas High School football season to catch 4-star 2027 offensive lineman Brian Swanson of South Oak Cliff in Dallas.

Swanson’s Golden Bears took on the North Shore Mustangs in a matchup of two of Texas’ best. Last season, both teams came up just one victory short of the state championship in their division.

Although we watched as Swanson’s Golden Bears were shut out by North Shore, 38-0, the 6-foot-5, 297-pounder showed why he is not only one of the most talked-about tackles in Texas, but also the nation.

He has already earned 4-star status, ranked as the No.74 overall athlete in the country, the No. 8 offensive tackle and the No.8 athlete to come out of the Lone Star State.

In addition to Ole Miss, Swanson holds offers from more than 15 schools, including: Baylor, Missouri, Oklahoma, SMU, Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, Arizona State, Duke, Louisiana Tech, North Texas, Pittsburgh, San Diego State, and UNLV.

Blessed to receive an offer from University of Mississippi. @OleMissFB @CoachGarrisonOL @Thamannjr @ZachIsGreat_ @CoachIngram52 @CoachLinley60 @coach_traylor @SOCGoldenBearFB pic.twitter.com/4Ue2IGdQPr

— Brian Swanson (@BrianSwanson0) May 8, 2024

Sometimes a lineman’s frame can be deceiving and doesn’t always equate to their skill level, but that is not the case for this sophomore beast. Swanson’s frame, strong feet, power on the front line, and his excellent blocking ability are not in question.

He can play both tackle and guard, making his ability to adapt and adjust at more than one position even more appealing to Lane Kiffin and his staff as they are building great success on the front lines with hybrid players who are experienced, not just at multiple positions, but also on both sides of the ball.

Ole Miss target @BrianSwanson0
on that @SOCGoldenBearFB line is a force. #RWRecruiting pic.twitter.com/8hA14Nowai

— LeeAnn Herring (@MissKYUS2011) August 31, 2024

A Visit with 2027 OT Brian Swanson

We had a chance to catch up with Brian following his season opener to talk about his recruitment and where the Rebels fit in.

RW: Your recruitment still has a ways to go, but you are already billed as one of the top linemen in the 2027 class. What are you most looking for in your future home?

Swanson: I’m really big on relationships and what makes me feel like family.

RW: What schools right now are recruiting you the strongest?

Swanson: Texas A&M, Oklahoma and Texas.

RW: It’s no questions all the Texas programs will be looking to keep you playing home with talent like yours. However, are there any programs of interest outside of Texas where you could see yourself playing?

Swanson: Probably Oklahoma

RW: You already hold an offer from Ole Miss. Can you share how your recruitment is going with the Rebels, and will you be taking a visit to Oxford?

Swanson: My recruitment with Ole Miss is great. Every time I see them, they have something good to say. I will definitely be down there soon.

RW: Where can Rebels catch you playing this week?

Swanson: I will be playing at Kincaid Stadium on Friday at 7:30 pm.

Final thoughts

Will the Rebels’ strong family culture and development be able to sway one of the Lone Star State’s elite young linemen? It sure seems to be heading in a strong direction.

Swanson and his Golden Bears head back home to Dallas to face the No.6-nationally ranked Duncanville Panthers this Friday, September 6, as they look to get some momentum rolling. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Kincaide Stadium in Dallas.

We look forward to bringing you more from Swanson and other Ole Miss targets on the recruiting trail. Hotty Toddy!

Lee Ann Herring-Olvedo

Lee Ann is the Director of Recruiting for The Rebel Walk. She is a veteran SEC sports journalist and NFL content writer. She is also the Sr. Editor for MESPORTS digital. Herring-Olvedo is a Brown University graduate who loves good cigars, good games, and a smooth glass of bourbon — not necessarily in that order.