Texas’ 2016 recruiting class just got stronger.

The Longhorns filled a big void up front Wednesday night when Destrehan (La.) defensive tackle Gerald Wilbon made a verbal commitment to Texas.

I am proud to say I am committed to the University of Texas!!! #Texas #Longhorns #HookEm pic.twitter.com/gQDW44pi64 — Gerald W (@Big_Geezy97) June 18, 2015

Wilbon’s decision comes just a week after making an unofficial visit to Texas.

“The fact that it’s a major program is very appealing to me,” WIlbon told Horns247 after the trip. “I also love the tradition and the history of the school.”

At 6-foot-3, 311 pounds, Wilbon is ranked as the No. 67 defensive tackle in the country and No. 63 overall prospect in the state of Louisiana, according to 247Sports Composite.

Wilbon is the Longhorns' sixth pledge in the 2016 class.