IMG Academy 2026 OT Keenyi Pepe covers Pac-12 visits, Bama coming up
Written by Ryan Wright
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BRADENTON, Fla. – Already one of the top offensive linemen in his class, Keenyi Pepe (6-6, 280) is a wanted man. Making the move from the Los Angeles area to Florida powerhouse IMG Academy (Bradenton), the 2026 offensive tackle has watched his offers pile up. With the 15 offers in his possession and interest building, teams are clamoring to get him on campus as soon as possible. Three Pac-12 teams have made it happen this spring playing host to the 2026 talent.
Hailing from the Golden State, and after visiting Oregon, Oregon State, and Colorado, Pepe was asked if playing in the Pac-12 will be a factor when his time comes to make a decision.
“I don’t think being from California will be a factor in where I go,” Pepe stated. “It’ll be about whatever fits best.”
On his return to the west coast, Pepe spoke about his time with the Ducks.
“Oh yeah, Oregon was fun,” Pepe said. “The environment over there was fun. It was pretty cold, but it was still fun.”
The upgrades going on at and around Reser Stadium caught Pepe’s attention.
“They have a new stadium going, and the team was very welcoming,” Pepe shared. “Everyone was really nice.”
Two more visits are on the calendar for Pepe, South Florida and Alabama. Proximity favors the Bulls getting Pepe to Tampa.
“They are an hour away from here, I want to check it out,” Pepe said.
The tradition and history of the Crimson Tide has Pepe ready to learn more about the Crimson Tide.
“I have never been there, I want to check out their environment and meet all the coaches over there,” Pepe shared.
The college camp circuit for Pepe has not been set yet, but working with the Texas Longhorns is highly probable.