Tyler Junior College and former SMU cornerback Jayden Lawton committed to Houston on May 31. JCGridiron spoke to him to discuss his commitment to the Cougars.

What you need to know...

...In 2022, out of Lucas (TX) Lovejoy HS., he was rated a 5.5, three-star prospect and committed to SMU.

...Lawton is currently rated as a 5.4, two-star prospect.

...Houston offered him on May 16, and he took an official visit there on June 7.

...He also has offers from Prairie View A&M, Texas State, San Jose State, and Iowa State.

...In 2023, he played at Laney College. He finished with 20 tackles, 4 pass breakups, and an interception in 9 games played for the Eagles, per the CCCAA website.

...He transferred to Tyler JC on December 19, 2023

2023 season recap: "Our season was kind of tough. Our defense was good, but our offense struggled at times. For me, it was good. I didn't play at SMU since I redshirted, so going to Laney was good since it was only my third year playing football. I started playing my senior year since I played mostly basketball. Playing at Laney was really my first season of playing true football, and it was a great jumpstart season, which allowed me to see where my game was before going to Tyler. Overall, it was a good season for me. I received three offers, made some plays, and made all-conference."