Elite Safety, Track Star Commits To SEC Program on Wednesday

Class of 2026 four-star safety Chance Collins is headed to the SEC after announcing his commitment on Wednesday. 

Collins plays for Mansfield Timberview High School in Arlington, Texas, where he ranks as the No. 21 safety and the No. 43 player in the state, per Rivals. 

As a junior in 2024, Collins posted 20 tackles (2 for loss) with six interceptions and eight pass breakups. Offensively, the 6-foot-2, 190-pound athlete also posted 16 catches for 310 yards (19.4-yard average) with two touchdowns at wide receiver. 

Collins is also a standout on the track and field team and posted a career-best 10.76 100-meter dash in the spring. 

Multiple Power Four college football programs were pushing for a commitment from Collins over the last few months, including Oklahoma State, Utah, West Virginia, Texas Tech and Texas A&M. 

The Cowboys were the first program to get Collins on an official visit on April 4, before the Aggies got involved and extended a scholarship offer.