College football recruiting: Crystal Ball outlook for top uncommitted prospects, including Matayo Uiagalelei

The 2023 recruiting cycle is heating up as many of the top high school football players around the country have announced their college decisions in recent months. But there is still plenty of elite talent on the board with less than two weeks remaining until the Early Signing Period.

With that in mind, we have decided to check in on the top uncommitted prospects in the 2023 class and where things stand in their respective recruitments according to the 247Sports Crystal Ball. Twenty-nine players ranked in the Top247 for the 2023 class have yet to announce their respective commitments.

The group of uncommitted Top247 prospects includes a trio of five-star prospects, headlined by the No. 6 overall prospect and No. 1 edge rusher in the class.

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Scroll down to take a look at the current Crystal Ball outlook for the top uncommitted recruits in the 2023 class.

247Sports rank: 5-star | 98 rating | No. 6 Overall | No. 1 EDGE Finalists (VIP): Alabama | Florida | Ohio State 247Sports Crystal Ball: Alabama 92.9% | Notre Dame 7.1% Measurables: 6-6 | 242 Scouting report: A larger-framed pass rusher that's best football still appears to be well ahead of him, which is bad news for future opponents. The first one off the bus with his hulking, muscular frame that looks to be pushing 6-foot-6, 245 pounds. Has a bit of a natural up-right demeanor to him, but isn't exactly stiff, and has shown time and time again on Friday nights that he can bend and find some leverage. Does a variety of different things well at this stage in his development, but the most promising trait might be his motor and ability to make stops/plays in backside pursuit. Has experience working out of both a two and three-point stance in a 4-3 base defense. Superb snap anticipation allows him to quickly shoot into the backfield and get to work. Tends to make the most of the opportunities presented to him as a well-timed spin move has turned into a bit of a money maker, but that's not the only trick he uses to get after the quarterback as he also can beat offensive tackles with a long-arm and bull rush. Not one to disappear against the run, but could always get a little more gap sound and will need to learn how to hold his ground against college veterans. Lack of verified data makes it hard to paint the whole picture, but should be viewed as one of the top defensive ends in the class of 2023 given length, fluid movement skills and production (racked up 16.5 sacks and 22 QBH as a junior). Must keep progressing and keep the right mindset, but has what it takes to eventually emerge as an impact player for a College Football Playoff contender and a possible Day 1 selection in the NFL Draft. Shouldn't be pigeonholed to one exact role as he could be molded into a variety of different things given growth potential. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew ivins NFL Draft projection: First Round Player comparison: Danielle Hunter | EDGE | Minnesota Vikings

247Sports rank: 5-star | 98 rating | No. 10 Overall | No. 2 EDGE Finalists: Ohio State | Oregon | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-5 | 265 Scouting report: Impressive physical size for a junior checking at 6-foot-5 and weighing in the 265 pound range this guy has all the measurables you want. Long athletic build to go along with impressive arm length and wingspan put him at an elite level with these traits. This top notch edge has unique athleticism for someone his size. Possessing excellent agility, change of direction, bend and power makes him one of the best players in the country. He is light on his feet and plays with very good power and technique on the edge and in the run game with room to continue to develop and improve. As a pass rusher he does a good job using speed to power as well as having a good dip and rip move and always using active hands to prevent lineman from latching on to him. He consistently gains ground on his rush without stopping his feet. Displays a twitch out of his stance that translates to explosion once he makes contact with the blocker along with a strong punch to control and disengage to defeat the blocker. Can redirect when needed without hesitation to make plays away from him with good runs and chase effort. As a two-way player you are treated to an athlete that could be a top-flight tight end prospect with his burst, excellent body control to make plays on the ball as well as serving as a more than adequate blocker in the run game. He is a guy that moves easy and natural with enough speed to create separation as a receiver where he makes many plays as. As he continues to mature physically, gains strength and maintain his athleticism he is a player that can play up and down the defensive line and on the edge. His potential is unlimited, he has the profile and ability to be a early starter and multiple all-conference performer in college. – 247Sports National Recruiting Expert Chris Singletary NFL Draft projection: First Round

247Sports rank: 5-star | 98 rating | No. 11 Overall | No. 1 ATH Top schools (VIP): Georgia | LSU | Maryland | Michigan | South Carolina | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: South Carolina 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 225 Scouting report: Big-framed world class athlete who excels as sprinter. Can sculpt body to play tight end, linebacker or edge. Powerful build with wide shoulders and length. Ran 10.38 in 100 meters and has options to turn pro in track rather than play football. Highly-twitched jumbo athlete. On football field, is dynamic talent with huge upside because of development possibilities. Excellent body control. Shows physical superiority all over the field. On offense, solid in tracking ball. Gets off line of scrimmage well and into route quickly. Is tough to jam because of size and strength. Needs to continue to refine ball catching skills. Can play standing up or with hand on ground on defense. Gets off quickly at snap. Uses speed and shoulder dip to gain the edge. Has closing speed toward the ball carrier. Can change direction and accelerate quickly. Playing with hand on ground, shoots "B" gap well. Is consistently disruptive. Has to continue to develop his ability to stack and shed and be a big factor when plays are run at him. Elite level player for top college programs. First round NFL draft potential. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Brian Dohn NFL Draft projection: First Round

247Sports rank: 4-star | 97 rating | No. 16 Overall | No. 3 OT Commitment date: Thurs., Dec. 15 Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Florida | Georgia | Miami | Michigan State | Ohio State | Oklahoma | Oregon | Penn State | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: Miami 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 305 Scouting report: Verified size with plus-five inch wing span. Already has strength throughout frame and carries 305 pounds like it is 270. Excellent athlete also wrestles and finished ninth at National Prep Wrestling Championships as heavy weight in spring. Evaluated Okunlola during a practice and game in first two weeks of senior season. Flexibility and ability to bend at knees stands out. Fires off low and thrusts up and into defender. Absorbs contact well. Is consistent with hand placement and sinks hips with consistency to win leverage. Is quick to shoot hands inside and has impactful initial punch. Moves feet well and quickly. Plays balanced and always keeps feet underneath him. Demonstrates high level body control. Moves well laterally and shows kick step. Can change direction and handles counters well. Ability to mirror with ease. Mixes physical play with being technically sound. Athleticism shines when pulling and when scraping and getting to second level. Spends a lot of time working on technique away from practice. Is patient in pass pro and difficult to beat around edge because of laterally movement and length. Rarely gets caught bending at waist. Is not challenged snap-to-snap and easily dominates competition. Has to continue to work on staying engaged on run blocks while driving defender back. Has to continue to refine technique. Multi-year starter at elite level program. Has first-round NFL draft potential. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Brian Dohn NFL Draft projection: First Round

247Sports rank: 4-star | 97 rating | No. 22 Overall | No. 3 DL Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Alabama State | Auburn | Florida | Georgia 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-3 | 310 Scouting report: Physical young defensive lineman who could fit multiple fronts, but likely projects best to 3-tech in an even look. Possesses requisite size/frame. Consistently flashes vs. the run and as a pass rusher. Bull in a china shop who made plays as a freshman with size, strength, tenacity. Impressive closing speed relative to size. Physicality really stands out for such a young prospect. Technical development and improved body control could make for truly elite front-line defender. Early returns suggest impact high-major potential with early-round NFL Draft ceiling. – 247Sports Midlands Region Recruiting Analyst Gabe Brooks Projection: Power 5 Starter Player comparison: Zacch Pickens | DL | South Carolina Gamecocks

247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. 26 Overall | No. 3 EDGE Finalists (VIP): Alabama | Georgia | Ohio State 247Sports Crystal Ball: Ohio State 100% Measurables: 6-4 | 230 Scouting report: A skilled pass rusher with plenty of juice. Over 6-foot-3 and should be able to eventually carry 265 pounds or more given his dimensions. Can win with his initial burst, but also knows how to chop, dip and rip his way around the corner. Extremely coordinated athlete that distributes his weight well and is able to find plenty of leverage as he gets up and underneath opposing linemen. Not one to give up on a play and will get outside the hashes to make a stop. Does a nice job of sifting through traffic and fighting off blocks as running backs pick and choose their lanes. Probably doesn't get enough credit for his ability to anchor with his play strength and is known as a bit of a workout warrior after bench pressing 370 pounds his sophomore year of high school. More impressively, has over a 10-foot broad jump to his credit. Totaled a school-record 15 sacks and a team-high 23 tackles for loss as a junior, helping Venice capture a state title in Florida's highest classification. Thrived working out of a three-point stance in a 4-3 front, but get-off and overall physical demeanor suggest that he wouldn't have much issues standing up in a 3-4 look and getting after the quarterback. Should be viewed as one of the top EDGE prospects in the class of 2023 based upon everything that we know. Has what it takes to emerge as an impact player at a College Football Playoff regular. Destined to eventually earn a paycheck on Sundays if everything comes together and he can avoid injuries/setbacks. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. 27 Overall | No. 1 LB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Texas 100% Measurables: 6-2 | 225 Scouting report: Requisite height with good length and a big frame to add mass. Athletic, physical, violent off-ball linebacker who occasionally steps to the line of scrimmage. Long-term positional home is in question, but ability is not. Thumper vs. the run with chase-down athleticism from the back side. Capable of consistent sideline-to-sideline pursuit with proven blitzing ability. Tone-setter for an FBS-loaded Texas 5A D-I state championship defense as only a sophomore. Produced good numbers despite playing on a unit with a lot of mouths to feed, so to speak. Adequate in-space athleticism in coverage but at his best playing downhill. Owns valuable offensive reps as a short-yardage battering ram with the ball. Shows promising pass-rush instincts despite primary role being off-ball. Main question is position in the long term, but physical tools suggest highest ceiling as an edge player. Regardless, one of the most dynamic defensive prospects in Texas and the country for his class through the 2020 season. Projects as an impact high-major starter with long-term early-round NFL Draft potential. – 247Sports Midlands Region Recruiting Analyst Gabe Brooks NFL Draft projection: Second Round

247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. 33 Overall | No. 3 CB Commitment date: Thurs., Dec. 22 Finalists: Alabama | Florida | LSU 247Sports Crystal Ball: LSU 100% Measurables: 6-1 | 170 Scouting report: What everyone seems to be looking for these days in an outside cornerback prospect. Tall, fast, explosive and physical. Put together a standout youth football career up in Virginia before moving down to Florida and transferring into the national powerhouse that is IMG Academy for his final two years of high school. Was initially a member of the 2024 recruiting cycle, but reclassified to the class of 2023 in October of 2022 shortly after he turned 18 years old. Can run –and more importantly– find the football, which is an important skill to have in an era where most offensive coordinators want to stretch the field. Rather battle-tested for a youngster having seen plenty of targets come his way both on Friday nights and the 7-on-7/camp circuit. Usually holds his own in coverage, and has a higher success rate in 50-50 situations, but has still given up some long gains and can get caught wandering. Should be able to cut down on mistakes as he refines his technique and learns how to consistently get wide receivers off schedule. Spent a good chunk of 12th grader year working on the inside in one of the nation's most talented prep secondaries. Could probably be deployed as a slot corner on Saturdays, but ceiling seems to ultimately be the highest as a wide defender given his longer stride and ability to take away throwing lanes with his size. Must keep progressing and get better at anticipating/feeling out routes, but should be viewed as a multi-year starter and potential all-conference player at the Power Five level. Favorable frame (over 6-foot-1) and elite testing profile (4.5 in the 40-yard dash to go along with a near 39-inch vertical jump) likely to have him on the radar of NFL scouts one day. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2) Player comparison: Tony Grimes | CB | North Carolina Tar Heels

247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. 34 Overall | No. 1 TE Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Georgia | Oregon | Texas | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: USC 100% Measurables: 6-6 | 225 Scouting report: Checking at 6-foot-6 and a half 229 pounds, Robinson more than checks the box on the height weight profile for the Tight End position. With broad shoulders and a frame to add another 15 to 20 pounds this prospect still has a good amount of growth potential in the weight and strength categories. Adding in the fact that he has over a 6-foot-10 inch wingspan and 10 inch. hand you have more than the prototype body to be elite at this position. The 35-inch arms that he has give him the advantage of a tremendous catch radius that is coupled with an impressive vertical to high-point the ball in traffic and on 50/50 balls along with having soft hands. Very smooth in his routes with the ability to drop his weight and transition in and out of breaks flashes his flexibility. His athleticism allows him to line up in the slot, outside and in the core of the formation to be a constant threat against the defense and provide mismatches that can be exploited. Whether it's a corner, linebacker or safety covering him, Robinson's chance to win are far greater than those of his opponent. He possesses excellent speed for a player this size along with burst off the line of scrimmage and acceleration once the ball is in the air to track it the hand eye-coordination that also makes him a top baseball player and finish with the catch in the end zone. Even though he isn't asked to do it for his highschool team he has the physical attributes to be an adequate blocker and set the edge in the run game. Robinson has unlimited potential with his skill set and physical abilities to be an all conference performer for multiple years. I see him as a player that has NFL ability and should be an early round pick in his future. – 247Sports National Recruiting Expert Chris Singletary NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2) Player comparison: Darren Waller | TE | Las Vegas Raiders

247Sports rank: 4-star | 96 rating | No. 42 Overall | No. 5 EDGE Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Hawaii | LSU | Notre Dame | Oklahoma | Penn State | Tennessee | Texas | Texas A&M | Utah 247Sports Crystal Ball: Oklahoma 100% Measurables: 6-4 | 225 Scouting report: Unverified at 6-foot-4 and 225-pounds, appears to possess growth potential to add additional weight to his frame. Position projection will be dependent on verified weight and growth potential. Displays good athletic ability at the five technique in a base 3-4 defense while showing the ability to play in a two point stance situationally. Exhibits good knee bend and hip flexibility in and out of stance. Flashes some quick twitch explosiveness and a good first step off the line of scrimmage. Shows the ability to bend the edge with ease. Demonstrates good play speed with active hands at the point of attack. Can play the run and seal the edge, flashing good play strength in both the run and pass. Displays good lateral chase and backside pursuit ability, showing the ability to close space quickly. High motor player that possesses the athletic ability to drop in coverage situationally if need be. Depending on size and growth potential possesses the ability to play in both a 4-3 and 3-4 defense, in a two or three point stance. Active perimeter that flashes some athletic upside off the edge as a pass-rusher and shows the ability to play the run. Will need a year to develop but could offer some instant impact ability as a situational pass-rusher. Projects as an all-conference prospect at a Power Five program at the next level. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Cooper Petagna

247Sports rank: 4-star | 95 rating | No. 52 Overall | No. 7 DL Top schools: Alabama | Florida | Georgia | LSU | Ohio State 247Sports Crystal Ball: Georgia 66.7% | Florida State 33.3% Measurables: 6-4.5 | 300 Scouting report: A big-framed defensive lineman that has flashed some elite get off. Reportedly measured in at just under 6-foot-5, 300 pounds the winter of 2022. More impressively, had an 84-inch wing span to go along with 10.75-inch hands. By far one of the most promising prospects to ever come out of Jacksonville Westside. Looks like a man amongst boys next to his teammates when down in a three or four-point stance. Shoots his way into the backfield with a quick first step. Does a nice job of shifting his weight as he works east-west and has shown that he can squeeze his way through gaps to make a stop. Wins more times than not on Friday nights by simply overwhelming opposing blockers with his sheer mass and power. However, has also shown that he can get after the quarterback by untitling a well-timed spin move. Can displace obstacles with a stiff long arm, as well. Hasn't exactly faced elite competition to date, but did total a season-high six tackles as a junior against Valdosta, which is one of the more respected programs in Georgia. Limited testing data makes it hard to really paint the full picture, but length, burst and ability to get low at that size is rare. Likely going to need a few years of coaching before he's ready to go on Saturdays and must keep evolving as a player, but should be viewed as an interior lineman with pass rushing upside that can provide a spark at the Power 5 level. Somewhat scheme versatile and could potentially be molded into a 4i, a 3, a 2i or even a 0-technique depending on what's needed. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 95 rating | No. 56 Overall | No. 5 CB Top schools (VIP): Boston College | California | Colorado | Miami | Michigan | Michigan State | Oregon | Penn State | UCLA | USC 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 5-11 | 180 Scouting report: Pleasant has tremendous speed and is arguably the fastest player in the ’23 class. He had personal bests of 10.14-100m and 20.40-200m as a junior and will double sport in college. His speed shows up on the football field and he's a dangerous player in all three phases of the game. He's very quick breaking on the football and obviously has the top end speed to open up and run with anyone down the field. He has improved from a technique standpoint over the last year, playing with more patience and not trying to jump everything. He's not a big corner at 5-10 but is an aggressive player and isn't afraid to step up in run support. He is rarely kicked to but is always a threat to make a big play in the return game and has looked natural playing receiver and taking some running back snaps as well. In some areas, he's still raw and can make a big jump once he gets to college and fine tunes a few things. His upside is very high and he should be able to contribute early at the college level. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Greg Biggins NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 95 rating | No. 61 Overall | No. 7 EDGE Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Alabama State | Auburn | Florida | Georgia 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-2 | 230 Scouting report: Appears to possess ideal size at 6-foot-2 and 230-pounds, has the ability to add additional weight to his frame. Displays good athletic ability on defense and special teams. Will see the majority of his snaps in a pass-rushing edge role while playing a decent amount of snaps as an off-ball box linebacker. Quick twitch explosive off the line of scrimmage. Compensates for lack of length on the edge with play strength and ability to play with power. Demonstrates heavy hands at the point of attack. Shows the ability to generate consistent pass-rush with initial quickness, play strength, and motor. Plays with excellent range and closing speed off the ball, displaying a violence at the point of attack. Instinctive three-down linebacker that has ability to play on or off ball at the next level and can add pass-rushing value on passing downs. Plays with outstanding effort and will add immediate special teams value at the next level. Projects to a high level Power-Five multi-year starter at the collegiate level. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Cooper Petagna NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 95 rating | No. 68 Overall | No. 4 ATH 247Sports Crystal Ball: Nebraska 100% Measurables: 6-5 | 205 Scouting report: Tall, long, and lean with significant frame space. Narrow through the core but plenty of room to add needed mass. Two-way playmaker at outside receiver and defensive end with physical tools and requisite athleticism to play either side of the ball in the long term. That said, may project higher as an edge rusher. Plays with a consistent motor and flashes chase-down pursuit athleticism. Closes fast and finishes tackles stronger than lean, sinewy build suggests. Dangerous back-side rusher who produced four forced fumbles as a junior. Height, reach, and athleticism foster ball-winning ability on offense. Big-play machine with 33.0 yards per catch and 10 of 17 receptions going for touchdowns. Open-field top gear pulls away from defenders. Rare multi-sport athlete in regards to physical tools and sizzling track data. Posted at least 10 sub-11.00 100s and at least four sub-22.00 200s in junior track season. Ripped PRs of 10.46 and 21.31, along with a 46+ triple jump. Qualified for state in all three events, finishing second in the 100 and 200 and third in the TJ. Also plays basketball. Needs significant mass addition to maximize effectiveness at the line of scrimmage, particularly vs. the run. Somewhat narrow build could relatively limit bulking capacity. Needs to expand move set to increase pressure rate. Wins matchups with athleticism and effort to this point. Unique, high-ceiling football player with outstanding athleticism and physical tools. May need some time to physically and technically develop, but potential is through the roof. Projects as a high-major recruit with the long-term upside to get drafted, possibly in the top half. – 247Sports Midlands Region Recruiting Analyst Gabe Brooks

247Sports rank: 4-star | 94 rating | No. 80 Overall | No. 8 CB Top schools (VIP): Alabama | Georgia | LSU | Michigan | Ohio State | Oregon | Texas | Texas A&M 247Sports Crystal Ball: LSU 83.3% | Texas 16.7% Measurables: 6-0 | 185 Scouting report: From a measurable standpoint he checks in where you would on a top defensive back prospect to be at 6-foot-0 and 185-pounds. Long limbed athlete that has a 77-inch wingspan to further validate his overall size. His athleticism is above average when you have a chance to watch him and shows up constantly. Toviano is a muscular broad shouldered young man that still has a lot of room to add mass and gain strength as he develops in the weight room. His lower half is lean and well defined. Flashes very good quickness and change of direction for a longer body athlete. Does a nice job of being smooth transitioning once he flips his hips and is light on his feet. Good in his back pedal keeping his body square with the ability to plant and go once the receiver has declared in his break. Good in press coverage where he doesn't panic and show patience as he mirrors the receiver with good eye placement and leverage. Once the ball is in the air he reacts well to the receiver going for it and he attacks their hands to make a play. In off-coverage flashes the instincts to read and react quickly and not get caught in bad body position. Does a nice job of getting depth on his drops and staying in his zone without chasing receivers and being disciplined. A player that is a very good overall athlete as he has 3-phase snaps on special teams offense and defense. Shows good speed with the ability to chase down guys. Willing to come up and tackle in the run support. Plays with good strength and is physical. Depending on how he matures and grows he could transition to safety as well. He has the ability and skill to have a multi-all-conference type career ending up with an NFL type career. Look for him to be a top 2 to 3-round selection. – 247Sports National Recruiting Expert Chris Singletary NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 94 rating | No. 98 Overall | No. 13 DL Commitment date: Fri., Dec. 16 Finalists (VIP): Alabama | Auburn | Florida State | Louisville | Miami 247Sports Crystal Ball: Miami 100% Measurables: 6-2 | 250 Scouting report: A highly productive pass rusher that wins not only with technique, but also one of the best motors in the class of 2023. Not the biggest point-of-attack player, but it doesn't matter because he shoots into the backfield with a game plan and is extremely effective at simply just putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Totaled an absurd 29.5 sacks as a junior down in Miami-Dade County. Followed that up with arguably the best performance of his young career as he racked up three sacks in a season-opening upset of the national powerhouse that is IMG Academy. Ability to plant, redirect and make stops outside of the hashes is extremely rare for someone his age as he's quick to read and react. Has been deployed primarily as an edge player throughout much of his prep career, but has also gotten some looks on the inside and shown that he can make a difference in the middle with his heavy hands and overall physical demeanor. Lack of verified data points isn't ideal, but no real reason to question his ability to make a difference at the Power Five level given what he has put on tape over the years. Will likely need some time to get adjusted to the speed and demands of big-time college football, but could carve out a role early on at the next level as a situational rusher before eventually setting in as a regular up front for the school of his choice. Tweener measurables won't be for everyone, but the ability to consistently flush out pockets is extremely valuable in an era where everyone wants to air it out. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 2-3 Round (Day 2)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 94 rating | No. 113 Overall | No. 12 EDGE 247Sports Crystal Ball: Ohio State 85.7% | LSU 14.3% Measurables: 6-5 | 225 Scouting report: Possesses requisite physical tools for a true edge projection, whether putting a hand on the ground or standing up in a hybrid role. Good height with wiry strong frame that holds ample space to add needed mass. Plays with his hair on fire. Unregulated motor with accompanying pursuit athleticism. Shows chase-down ability and provides dangerous back-side threat. Flashes encouraging dip-and-bend athleticism to run the arc. Highly productive junior season with 20-plus TFL, a dozen sacks, several forced fumbles. Efficient in hand violence with little wasted activity. Flashes some heavy-handedness in dislodging pop against bigger blockers. Quick first step adds juice to pursuit acceleration. Owns an outstanding overall athletic profile with three-sport participation. Averaged 13 points and seven boards per game in a junior hoops campaign that featured not only good athletic context, but sport-specific skill (53 percent FG, 72 percent FT). Decorated shot put competitor with at least three throws from Spring 2022 indoor and outdoor competition beyond 50 feet. Will need to continue adding mass to combat point-of-conflict size and strength at the high-major level. A bit unorthodox in movement patterns, gets the job done, but can get looser and twitchier in short-area lateral scenarios. Generally a good tackler but occasionally compromises form for a big hit. Can get more consistent in snap anticipation to further elevate pass-rush threat. Bona fide Power Five-caliber edge prospect who checks a number of desired attributes in regards to frame, athletic foundation, and production. Projects as a potential impact player down the road for a high-major school with the long-term potential to become an NFL Draft candidate. – 247Sports Midlands Region Recruiting Analyst Gabe Brooks

247Sports rank: 4-star | 93 rating | No. 141 Overall | No. 10 ATH 247Sports Crystal Ball: Texas 100% Measurables: 6-2 | 190

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 156 Overall | No. 15 CB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Michigan 100% Measurables: 6-1 | 170 Scouting report: Has the desired physical tools for a high-end defensive back prospect. Has good height and length. Track background and verified combine results back up his straight line speed. Has additionally shown his athleticism and open-field ability as a return man and offensive player. Shows good hands and ability to play the ball in the air. Will flash in run support and run through ball carriers. Still needs to get stronger but willingness with contact is a good sign for his future in run support. Projects as a cornerback or free safety. Has the versatility and measureables to do either at a high level, will just need to get to college and focus on a position and continue to develop his technique. But a Power Five starter and likely NFL Draft pick. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Allen Trieu NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3) Player comparison: Lonnie Johnson | CB | Houston Texans

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 160 Overall | No. 11 ATH 247Sports Crystal Ball: TCU 50% | Houston 37.5% | Texas 12.5% Measurables: 6-0 | 190

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 161 Overall | No. 11 TE 247Sports Crystal Ball: Stanford 100% Measurables: 6-4 | 230 Scouting report: Measuring at 6-foot-3, 232-pounds with a 77-inch wingspan and 33 inch arms. These numbers speak for themselves to his size and overall potential from a growth standpoint. He is a very well built player with a thick sturdy frame. He moves pretty well and does a decent job being able to change direction. There is some stiffness in his hips that he needs to continue to work on with improved flexibility. He is from a physical development standpoint ready to contribute once he arrives on a college campus. He lines up both attached to the core as an inline tightened as well as in the slot position. He does a nice job of getting off the ball and into his route pattern from either alignment. With good body quickness and strength he has no issue getting off of press coverage. Can create separation with body position and enough burst to get away from defenders. Displays very good body control to make 50/50 catches and use his jumping ability to make contested catches. Runs all the route patterns very well and precisely. Finds the soft spots in zone coverages to be a safety net for the quarterback. Understands how to set defenders up with route depth and stemming them to give the quarterback an easy throwing lane. Possesses enough speed to create rac for chunk plays. Willing to go across the middle and make tough catches in traffic. Even though he is not asked to do it often, he is more than an adequate blocker who will put his face on an opponent and drive them off the ball. With the evolution of the tight end position in college as well as in pro football, Lyons has a lot of the traits and skills that will allow for him to be a weapon for the offense on both levels. His football intelligence stands out with his route running, ability to get open and understanding what the defense is trying to take away in their coverages. Good overall player that gives his team 2-way snaps as a defensive end. Ultimately he should have a productive college career as a starter and all-conference player. A future in the NFL is something that I see pro him. – 247Sports National Recruiting Expert Chris Singletary Projection: Power-5 Starter

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 180 Overall | No. 7 RB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Ole Miss 60% | Michigan State 40% Measurables: 5-11 | 190

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 188 Overall | No. 24 EDGE 247Sports Crystal Ball: North Carolina 57.1% | Maryland 42.9% Measurables: 6-3 | 233 Scouting report: Has verified size with plus wing span. Frame can easily add mass and strength. Has dual-sport profile in football and basketball. Plays both sides of the ball as defensive lineman and tight end. Productive on both sides of the ball but bigger upside is on defense. Saw live during camp in spring 2021 and athleticism and length checked out while he played tight end. Has build of an edge but can add size and play with hand on ground. Athleticism shines when high-pointing ball in passing game. Possesses very good body control and is a sure tackler in space. Has burst at snap and gets up field quickly. Shows lower body flexibility to bend knee, dip shoulder and accelerate around edge. Is agile and can drop into coverage in flat. Can track down ball carrier behind line of scrimmage when unblocked off edge. Has closing speed. Plays with energy and effort. Understands assignments and is capable of setting edge. There is a physical element to game but needs to be more consistent. Has to continue to develop upper body strength. Stacks and sheds at times, but technique development is important. Has to work on ability to disengage and re-direct along line of scrimmage. Multi-year starter at Top 20 program. Has mid-round NFL draft pick potential. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Brian Dohn NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3)

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 194 Overall | No. 25 CB Commitment date: Wed., Dec. 21 Finalists (VIP): Alabama | Miami 247Sports Crystal Ball: Miami 100% Measurables: 6-1 | 180 Scouting report: A bigger outside cornerback that sprouted like a weed between junior and senior seasons. Not only comes from a football family as his father won a national championship at Miami, but also calls the South Florida-based NFL factory that is American Heritage home. Is rather sound with his technique and has been coached up on how to play full-field, press-man coverage at a high level on Friday nights. Patient feet and looser hips allow him to mirror speedy wide receivers at the line of scrimmage. Does a nice job of gaining depth while in reverse and isn't afraid to buy time with his hands. Constantly puts himself in position to make plays in the air, but does seem to be more content with batting the ball away instead of taking it away. Has shown a desire to get physical in run support, but will eventually need to figure out how to get college-sized ball carriers to the ground and must get better at fighting off blocks, especially if he's working on the shot field. Doesn't exactly have a ton of game reps under his belt having had to wait his turn in what is always a loaded Patriots’ secondary, but has found ways to step up and make an impact on big stages like against IMG Academy when he picked off FSU signee AJ Duffy. Should find the most success at the next level in an aggressive defensive scheme that likes to leave its corners in 1-on-1 situations. Must keep progressing as a player, but has the length and cover talent to develop into a multi-year starter for a College Football Playoff contender. Should provide some immediate special teams value with his frame and could probably make the transition to safety, if needed. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins Projection: Power-5 Starter

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 202 Overall | No. 9 RB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Ohio State 50% | Florida 50% Measurables: 6-1 | 225 Scouting report: A big, physically imposing back that has produced for three straight years at one of South Florida's top NFL factories in American Heritage. Limited verified data available when it comes to testing and measurements, but is believed to be over 6-foot-1 and tipping the scales at least 225 pounds. Carries the weight well, and should be able to lean out once lifting in a college weight room as he adds even more strength. Owns a bit of an up-right run style, but is very difficult to bring down in the open field once he's got a full head of steam with the combination of his size and power. Is quick to hit the hole and does a nice job of using swift cuts to evade would-be tacklers. Can also get out of trouble with a stiff arm here and there. Hasn't been asked to catch a ton of balls throughout prep career, but has shown that he's capable of moving the chains via swing passes or screen passes. Has also proven to be rather effective in pass protection as he can chip large defenders while buying time for his quarterback. Top-end speed is a bit of a concern, but does his best to make up for it by making a difference in-between the tackles. Put up monster numbers as a sophomore eclipsing the 100-yard mark rushing in nine games, but missed some time as a junior due to injury as he has dealt with some shoulder issues. Should be viewed as a bit of a throwback running back that thrives in short-yardage situations and can make an impact on third downs as a pass blocker or pass catcher. Likely to carve out a role in an offensive system that favors a by-committee type of approach. Must stay healthy, but has what it takes to be a reliable ball carrier at a major Power 5 program. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3) Player comparison: Gus Edwards | RB | Baltimore Ravens

247Sports rank: 4-star | 92 rating | No. 212 Overall | No. 14 QB 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-1.5 | 190 Scouting report: The type of quarterback that isn't afraid to take risks and push the limits. Measured roughly 6-foot-2, 185 pounds spring before senior season and has room to add some more mass, if needed. Shouldn't exactly be viewed as a true dual-threat talent, but is a crafty runner that's more than capable of finding success and moving the chains on designed runs. Thrives as a passer when he's on the move and will squeeze the ball into tight windows as he escapes pressure. Serves up a rather tight spiral and will use a variety of different arm angles to execute off-platform throws. A bit of a late bloomer that didn't become a full-time starter until he was a junior. Found instant success in a RPO-heavy spread attack leading a Nease program to one of its best seasons since Tim Tebow was suiting up for the Panthers as he totaled over 3,000 yards of offense and had a hand in over 25 touchdowns. Will likely need a few years to get adjusted to the speed and everyday demands of big-time Power 5 football, but has the skill set to eventually emerge as a starter on Saturdays. Violate play style could lead to unexpected wins, but could also result in unexpected losses. NFL ceiling given competitive edge and natural feel for the position, but must keep progressing and find ways to limit mistakes. – 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3) Player comparison: Kenny Pickett | QB | Pittsburgh Steelers

247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 231 Overall | No. 27 EDGE 247Sports Crystal Ball: No predictions Measurables: 6-4 | 225

247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 234 Overall | No. 30 WR Commitment date: Fri., Dec. 16 Finalists (VIP): Miami | Notre Dame | Oregon | Washington 247Sports Crystal Ball: Washington 100% Measurables: 6-2.5 | 165 Scouting report: Lyons is one of the most intriguing players in the Bay Area. Production has never been an issue for him. While he's still a bit on the slender side, he's got a frame that could add more weight. He's got solid speed numbers (11.03 100, 22.37 200) as well as good long jump and triple jump marks (22-11 1/2 LJ, 43-1 TJ), but looks even more explosive in his senior film than he did as a junior, and has put it all together to be a game-breaker. – 247Sports National Recruiting Editor Brandon Huffman Projection: Power-5 Starter

247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 235 Overall | No. 12 RB 247Sports Crystal Ball: Colorado 64.3% | Oklahoma 14.3% | Notre Dame 14.3% | Kansas State 7.1% Measurables: 5-9 | 165 Scouting report: Very productive high school back who is dangerous in multiple phases of the game and can score from anywhere on the field. Has excellent acceleration and good top-end speed. One of his best qualities is the ability to change direction or elude a tackler without needing to throttle down. Is not a big back and is not likely to run through many tacklers in college, but is very slippery and hard to land a clean hits on for tacklers. Shows the ability to line up outside the backfield and run routes and catch the ball and can certainly be a pass-catching threat from the backfield as well. Can also be a return man -- both kicks and punts and be a threat there. Any offense and special teams unit can use a dynamic player like him regardless of offensive scheme. Will be a guy who offensive coordinators will find ways to get touches to even if it is not all coming from a traditional tailback setting. – 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst Allen Trieu NFL Draft projection: 4-7 Round (Day 3) Player comparison: Tarik Cohen | RB | Chicago Bears