A five-star edge rusher in the 2025 recruiting class has scheduled a visit after de-committing from Ohio State and another Big Ten school. Following the Early National Signing Day, this highly coveted recruit, a four-star pass rusher from Imhotep Institute in Philadelphia, remains a key target for the Miami Hurricanes. He had previously been seen as a likely flip to Miami after his de-commitment from Ohio State in November. However, as of now, no final decision has been made, and he is set to explore other options.
The recruit, who has kept Miami in contention, plans to visit a few other schools, including Florida State, UCLA, and Michigan, once the recruiting dead period concludes. Michigan, in particular, has ramped up its efforts to secure his commitment, with defensive line coach Lou Esposito playing a crucial role in the recruitment. The Wolverines’ focus on the 6-foot-6 pass rusher has grown stronger, positioning them to potentially outpace both Penn State and Ohio State in the race for his commitment.
Despite Miami having already secured a 27-player freshman class, leaving little room for additional recruits, the Hurricanes may still make space for a top-tier prospect. Most programs, especially those targeting players ranked in the top 100, often find ways to accommodate highly ranked athletes. However, a significant concern for Miami is that Mathis may have lost interest in their program. Given his visits to other schools, it remains uncertain whether Miami will be able to land his commitment in the end.
As the recruiting process continues, the focus now shifts to whether Mathis will be swayed by the offers from other programs, particularly Michigan, or if Miami can make a compelling case to bring him on board. With the recruiting cycle still ongoing, there is plenty of time for shifts in momentum, but the Hurricanes’ chances depend on their ability to convince Mathis to re-engage with their program after his de-commitment.
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