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Tom Herman and defensive coordinator Todd Orlando have already made some big strides on the recruiting trail. Their biggest defensive land came in linebacker Marqez Bimage just a few weeks ago.

But one recruit that might put them over the edge is five-star defensive end K'Lavon Chaisson.

The 6-foot-4, 211-pound defensive monster is one of the Longhorns' top targets in the 2017 class. He's fast, versatile and would be a huge force for Texas' pass rush next season as he tallied 21 sacks as a junior in 2015. Out of Galena Park North Shore, Chaisson would be a perfect fit for Orlando's 3-4 scheme as the No. 9 overall prospect in country, according to the Top247.

Chaisson, who will make his decision on signing day, is down to LSU and Texas. He visited the Tigers on Jan. 13, but will make his way to Austin this weekend. All signs point to the Longhorns being the favorite right now, which should make fans ecstatic for his potential next season.

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