Top Texas Prospect Spotlight: Class of 2027 WR Damaris Richardson Jr.

Written by Patrick Barriere, OnDaMarcSports.com

Texas high school football continues to produce some of the nation’s most elite talent, and this season, one name rapidly rising among the state’s top playmakers is Damaris Richardson Jr. of Legacy High School in Houston. A dynamic receiver with elite athleticism and next-level production, Richardson has become one of the most explosive and reliable offensive threats in the Class of 2027in the Houston area. His combination of speed, agility, and playmaking ability has made him a nightmare for opposing defenses and a key contributor to Legacy’s high-powered offense.

Damaris Richardson Jr.

Class of 2027

Wide Receiver | 5’9”, 165 lbs | Legacy High School | Houston, TX

Richardson Jr. has already surpassed the thousand-yard mark this season, recording 1,051 yards and 10 touchdowns in just seven games. With three regular-season games remaining and a potential playoff run ahead, he is on pace to reach 1,300+ yards by season’s end.

With five-star quarterback Keisean Henderson (Houston commit) leading the offense, Richardson has emerged as the go-to receiver for the Legacy High School attack.

What stands out most about his game is his exceptional ability to create yards after the catch, along with his ability to slip tackles and burst up field for touchdowns. His combination of explosiveness, vision, and reliability has made him one of the most dynamic offensive playmakers in the Houston area. Expect is profile on the recruiting trail to rise heading into the later part of the year.