The Ohio State Buckeyes have lost a few players to the NCAA transfer portal. One of them was defensive tackle Hero Kanu, who was looking for more playing time.

The Texas Longhorns have landed a big piece to the transfer puzzle ... literally. Ohio State defensive lineman Hero Kanu has committed to UT from the transfer portal. Kanu is 6’4" tall and weights 315 pounds.

According to On3’s Pete Nakos, former Ohio State defensive lineman Hero Kanu has committed to play for the Texas Longhorns. Fresh off a national championship, Kanu decided to enter the NCAA transfer portal. A few big-time programs were interested in his services but Kanu will play for Steve Sarkisian in Austin.

The Texas Longhorns have landed a transfer portal commitment from Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Hero Kanu.