After a busy official visit weekend, recruiting is starting to pick up for TCU football as the Horned Frogs make their best pitches to some of their key targets.<\/p>\n
One of those recruits is 6-foot-8 offensive tackle Caleb Siler<\/a>. Ranked the No. 608 prospect nationally by the 247Sports composite rankings, the three-star offensive lineman from Gunter was among the many visitors in Fort Worth last weekend.<\/p>\n \u201cI had an incredible official visit at TCU this weekend,\u201d Gunter said Monday. \u201cThis was my sixth time on campus since last year, and each time I go, I\u2019m more impressed with the people and the program overall. I loved getting to visit with the coaches and spend time with the players and see more of the campus!\u201d<\/p>\n Siler helped Gunter reach the UIL Class 3A Division II state semifinals in December and was also a part of the Tigers\u2019 state championship team in 2024.<\/p>\n New TCU offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis<\/a> has led the charge in Siler\u2019s recruitment, and his background in developing offensive linemen<\/a> at UConn stands out for Siler.<\/p>\n \u201cCoach Sammis is a big draw for me,\u201d Siler said. \u201cI was in conversations with UConn before he left, so that relationship has continued to grow since he\u2019s gotten to TCU. I\u2019m really excited about what he is bringing in offensively for the team.\u201d<\/p>\n Siler said he has also gotten close during his recruitment with head coach Sonny Dykes, co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach A.J. Ricker and assistant director of player personnel Chris Owens.<\/p>\n Among Siler\u2019s obvious strengths are his 6-8, 295 pound frame that allows him to physically maul most opponents at the line of scrimmage. But the rising senior was quick to point out that there\u2019s more to his game than just size.<\/p>\n \u201cI would say that my strengths are my flexibility, my fast feet, my football IQ and my willingness to finish through every play,\u201d Siler said.<\/p>\n A decision is expected soon for Siler with an upcoming mission trip on June 21. Siler said the plan is to commit before he leaves.<\/p>\n The Horned Frogs will have to survive a wave of upcoming visits to land Siler. He\u2019s slated to go to Arkansas, Texas Tech and Texas before making his decision.<\/p>\n The keys for Siler will be finding a place that fits him on and off the field.<\/p>\n \u201cI am looking for a school that plays big-time football and also has elite academics,\u201d Siler said. \u201cBut beyond that, I\u2019m looking for a place that can develop me both as a player and as a person. So the coaching staff will be absolutely critical for me.\u201d<\/p>\n