The Texas Longhorns are poised for a quarterback renaissance, and five-star commit Dia Bell is at the forefront. This weekend, Bell is not only making the rounds on campus during his official visit—he’s also competing on national stage at the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles
🔥 Elite 11 Showcase
Bell earned his invite by excelling at the Austin regional Elite 11 camp earlier this year. On3 director Charles Power described his mechanics as “clean, mechanically sound,” calling him the only On3 five-star invitee—a testament to his elite status . With a live arm and rotational accuracy, Bell ranks among the top QB prospects nationwide.
Heading into finals, SI.com reports that Bell stands out as the No. 1 ranked QB in attendance—a position earned through his dominant regional workout, flying deep passes, and precise delivery even in wind . On3’s Cody Bellaire went a step further: “He has every opportunity to walk out … as the top passer at the event” .
🏈 Official Visit Momentum
Following his performance in L.A., Bell is transitioning seamlessly into an official visit to Texas this weekend. A glance at his social media shows his excitement—complete with a travel update: “FLL ➡️ LAX ✈️ #HookEm” .
Despite attention from Ohio State, Oregon, and LSU, Bell reaffirmed to On3 that Texas is his sole focus. He’s not planning any more visits or decisions “unless something drastic happens at Texas” . To add context, Bell committed in June 2024 and has since become a cornerstone of Texas’s 2026 class
💬 Bell’s Voice
Bell told On3:
> “The Elite 11 is a huge thing … Being invited and being able to compete means a lot. You want to be a top guy, and this is where you show it.”
On SI, RJ Young compared Bell to NFL-caliber QB Jordan Love, praising his efficiency and processing:
“Dia Bell hasn’t played a whole lot … but when he has, Raja Bell’s kid has been absolutely throwing darts
Bell’s official visit aligns perfectly with his Elite 11 showing. His presence in L.A. underscores Texas’s quarterback pedigree lineup: from Vince Young to Quinn Ewers, and now Bell. If he shines this weekend, both on the field and on campus, the Longhorns could see further commitments announced shortly, as Bell hinted to 247Sports .
Elite 11 Finals (June 18–20): Bell aims to prove he’s the event’s top QB.
Official Visit (same weekend): Expect host sessions, facility tours, and NIL introductions.
Recruiting Ripple: Bell has teased Texas may land another major commit soon
In short, Dia Bell’s trip to L.A. and Austin this weekend could become a defining moment—for him personally and for Texas’s quarterback legacy.