Breaking: Mario Cristobal and his staff are currently building a strong recruiting class, ranked 10th by 247Sports

### **Class of 2025 – Overview**

Mario Cristobal and his staff are currently building a strong recruiting class, ranked 10th by 247Sports, 10th by On3, and 7th by Rivals for the 2025 cycle. This class includes a diverse range of talent, particularly in positions of need such as cornerback, wide receiver, offensive line, and edge rusher. The class features 21 hard commits as of November 12, 2024, with several key players standing out.

Here’s a breakdown of some of the top commits:

### **Top 2025 Commits**

1. **Jaboree Antoine** (CB – New Iberia, LA)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 113 overall, No. 14 CB
– A big-time cornerback with excellent length and athleticism, Antoine has the potential to make an immediate impact on defense.

2. **Chris Ewald** (CB – Hollywood, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 204 overall, No. 20 CB
– Ewald brings solid ball skills and coverage ability, making him a key addition to Miami’s secondary.

3. **Luke Nickel** (QB – Alpharetta, GA)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 253 overall, No. 23 QB
– Nickel is a versatile QB with a strong arm and high football IQ, providing Miami with a strong option under center.

4. **Girard Pringle** (RB – Seffner, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 171 overall, No. 11 RB
– Pringle is an explosive back with great vision, capable of making plays both inside and outside the tackles.

5. **Seuseu Alofaituli** (OL – Las Vegas, NV)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 88 overall, No. 5 OT
– Alofaituli brings excellent size and technique, a potential cornerstone for Miami’s offensive line.

6. **Herbert Scroggins** (EDGE – Savannah, GA)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 190 overall, No. 20 EDGE
– A versatile pass rusher, Scroggins has the physical tools to make an impact early.

7. **Joshua Moore** (WR – Pembroke Pines, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 120 overall, No. 16 WR
– Moore is a big-bodied receiver with excellent ball skills and the ability to create mismatches.

8. **Bryce Fitzgerald** (S – Miami, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 129 overall, No. 11 S
– Fitzgerald is a hard-hitting safety with great range, making him a key piece for Miami’s secondary.

9. **Luka Gilbert** (TE – West Chester, OH)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 314 overall, No. 15 TE
– A big target with good blocking ability, Gilbert can be a weapon in both the passing and run game.

10. **Kellen Wiley** (LB – Seffner, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 325 overall, No. 44 LB
– Wiley brings size and athleticism to the linebacker group, offering flexibility in coverage and run defense.

### **Class of 2026 – Early Look**

Cristobal and the staff are already off to a strong start for the 2026 class, with 3 hard commits, all ranked as 4-star prospects. This includes key positions like cornerback, quarterback, and linebacker.

1. **Camdin Portis** (CB – Charlotte, NC)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 291 overall, No. 25 CB
– Portis is a strong, athletic corner who has the ability to develop into one of the top corners in the nation.

2. **Jordan Campbell** (LB – Opa Locka, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 63 overall, No. 4 LB
– A powerful linebacker with excellent instincts, Campbell could be a defensive cornerstone.

3. **Dereon Coleman** (QB – Orlando, FL)
– *Rankings:* 247Sports: No. 331 overall, No. 23 QB
– Coleman is a dual-threat quarterback who can extend plays with his legs while maintaining a strong arm.

### **Important Recruiting Dates**

– **Early Signing Day:** December 4-6, 2024
– **Midyear Junior College Transfer Signing Day:** December 4, 2024 – January 15, 2025
– **National Signing Day:** February 5, 2025 – April 1, 2025

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Cristobal is solidifying his recruiting base, focusing on skill positions and key areas of need, positioning Miami to be competitive in both the 2025 and 2026 classes. The early commits show promising potential for the Hurricanes’ future.