Breaking: Ohio State Transfer Hero Kanu Makes Surprise Official Visit to Texas
Austin, TX – The Texas Longhorns are making waves in the transfer portal yet again as former Ohio State defensive tackle Hero Kanu made a surprise official visit to the Forty Acres on Sunday, January 26, as first reported by Hank South of Horns247.
A Sudden Visit to Texas
The junior transfer, who recently entered the portal, spent time with Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and defensive line coach Kenny Baker during the visit. Kanu, originally a four-star recruit in the Class of 2022, is a highly intriguing prospect with two years of eligibility remaining.
“Texas football hosts abrupt portal visitor in former Ohio State transfer DL Hero Kanu this weekend,” tweeted Hook’em Headlines, confirming the news.
Hero Kanu’s Journey So Far
Standing out as a defensive tackle, the 6’4”, 310-pound Kanu has steadily developed during his time with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Over three seasons, he recorded:
- 14 tackles
- 1 tackle for loss
- 1 sack
- 5 quarterback pressures
- 10 defensive stops
In 2024, he played a career-high 123 defensive snaps, contributing during the Buckeyes’ national championship run, including the College Football Playoff win over Notre Dame on January 20.
Originally from Germany, Kanu began his football journey in 2021 and quickly rose to prominence as a standout at Santa Margarita Catholic in California. Though he initially chose Ohio State, Texas has maintained interest since offering him during his high school recruitment.
Texas Building Depth on the Defensive Line
Kanu’s visit comes as Texas looks to bolster its defensive line ahead of the 2025 season in the SEC. The Longhorns have already added two notable transfers this offseason:
- Travis Shaw (North Carolina)
- Cole Brevard (Purdue)
Kanu’s addition would provide even more proven depth and versatility to the defensive tackle rotation.
What’s Next for Kanu?
Kanu is set to visit the Florida Gators tomorrow in Gainesville, with other potential visits still on the table. With his recent entry into the transfer portal, Kanu has become a hot commodity for teams looking to add experienced talent up front.
For the Longhorns, landing Kanu would mark another significant win in the portal as they prepare for the challenges of the SEC. Coach Sarkisian and Coach Baker will be hoping that the visit to Austin leaves a lasting impression.
Stay tuned as Hero Kanu narrows down his decision in the coming days.
