A look at the recruits who committed to Power Four programs over the past week…
Football season is in full swing, and the 2025 recruiting cycle is picking up momentum as top high school players across the nation are announcing their college choices.
From September 6-12, 13 players committed to Power Four football programs, which included eight recruits from the 2025 class and five underclassmen. This group features six four-star talents, with five players ranked in the Top247.
The Power Four schools that gained at least one commitment this week are, in alphabetical order: Cincinnati, Louisville, LSU, Nebraska, North Carolina (2), Oklahoma State, Texas (2), Texas A&M, USC (2), and Wake Forest.
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Now, let’s take a look at the prospects who committed to a Power Four program this past week, starting with the 2025 recruits and finishing with the underclassmen.
Class of 2025—SEPT. 6: WALTER MATHIS | DL
Committed to: LSU
247Sports rank: 3-star | 87 rating | No. 87 DL
Recruiting overview: Walter Mathis, a 6-foot-3, 285-pound defensive lineman from Savannah (Ga.) Calvary Day School, committed to the Tigers after receiving offers from schools like Auburn, Clemson, and Miami. He visited all four institutions officially over the summer. LSU defensive line coach Bo Davis served as the primary recruiter for this standout from Georgia, marking him as the 26th commitment for Brian Kelly’s program in the 2025 recruiting cycle. So far this season, Mathis has recorded 15 tackles, four tackles for loss, one sack, two quarterback hurries, and one forced fumble according to MaxPreps.
SEPT. 7: MYRON CHARLES | DL
Committed to: Texas
247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 213 Overall | No. 26 DL
Recruiting update: Myron Charles, a 6-foot-4, 295-pound defensive lineman from Port Charlotte (Fla.) High School, recently changed his commitment from Florida State to Texas, marking the 20th commitment for head coach Steve Sarkisian’s team in the 2025 recruiting cycle. He had been committed to the Seminoles since June 28. Texas defensive line coach Kenny Baker led the recruitment, with support from special teams coordinator and tight ends coach Jeff Banks. In his junior season in 2023, Charles recorded 29 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, eight quarterback hurries, and two pass breakups according to MaxPreps.
Scouting note: “An interior defender with impressive size and promising athleticism. Shows good knee bend and hip flexibility, along with above-average quickness. Though still developing technically, he has had dominant performances against lesser competition, utilizing his length and strength effectively.” — 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins.
SEPT. 7: RASHAD JOHNSON | S
Committed to: Texas A&M
247Sports rank: 4-star | 90 rating | No. 24 S
Recruiting update: Rashad Johnson, a 6-foot-2, 200-pound safety from Bushnell (Fla.) South Sumter, recently changed his commitment from Georgia to Texas A&M shortly after an unofficial visit to College Station for the Aggies’ season opener against Notre Dame. This decision comes less than two months after he initially chose the Bulldogs over Texas A&M and other finalists, Penn State and Louisville. He is now the 21st commitment for Mike Elko’s program in the 2025 recruiting cycle, with his recruitment led by Texas A&M defensive backs coach Ishmael Aristide. In his senior season so far, Johnson has tallied 21 tackles, one tackle for loss, and one forced fumble according to MaxPreps.
Scouting insight: “A long-limbed boundary safety who plays an aggressive style of football. He has showcased versatility at the prep level, contributing as a wide receiver and tight end on offense, but excels as a second-level defender, flowing downhill with power and making impactful plays. While he can be inconsistent in deeper coverage, he has shown a strong ability to react and manage underneath coverage effectively.” — 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins.
SEPT. 7: CORDARRLL MCFEE | DL
Committed to: Cincinnati
247Sports rank: 3-star | 85 rating | No. 163 DL
Recruiting update: Cordarrll McFee, a 6-foot-5, 295-pound defensive lineman from Elkhart (Ind.) High School, has committed to the Bearcats, choosing them over offers from Bowling Green, Grand Valley State, and Illinois State. He is the 16th commitment for Scott Satterfield’s program in the 2025 recruiting cycle. Cincinnati’s defensive line coach, Walter Stewart, led the recruitment, with support from defensive coordinator and safeties coach Tyson Veidt. So far this season, McFee has recorded four tackles, two tackles for loss, one quarterback hurry, and one pass breakup, according to MaxPreps
SEPT. 8: TY JACKSON | LB
Committed to: USC
247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 199 Overall | No. 20 LB
Recruiting update: Ty Jackson, a 6-foot-1, 200-pound linebacker from Loxahatchee (Fla.) Seminole Ridge, has committed to the Trojans, turning down offers from schools like Alabama, Florida, Florida State, Georgia, and Penn State. USC co-defensive coordinator and defensive line coach Eric Henderson was the primary recruiter for this Top247 prospect, supported by defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn. Jackson made his commitment announcement after an official visit to Los Angeles, marking the 19th commitment for head coach Lincoln Riley and his staff in the 2025 recruiting cycle. In 10 games during his junior year in 2023, he recorded 135 tackles, four tackles for loss, two sacks, two interceptions, four forced fumbles, and three defensive touchdowns, while also catching 15 passes for 257 yards and five touchdowns on offense, according to MaxPreps.
Scouting summary: “A tackling powerhouse on game nights who excels in combine settings. … Covers ground quickly, often arriving with impact as he uses his strength. Effective in drop coverage with strong instincts, and capable of closing gaps during pursuit.” — Andrew Ivins, 247Sports director of scouting.
SEPT. 9: CHRISTIAN JONES | LB
Committed to: Nebraska
247Sports rank: 4-star | 91 rating | No. 204 Overall | No. 21 LB
Recruiting update: Christian Jones, a 6-foot-2½, 215-pound linebacker from Omaha (Neb.) Westside, has committed to the Cornhuskers, choosing them over offers from Auburn, Oklahoma, and USC, among others. Nebraska linebackers coach Rob Dvoracek served as the primary recruiter for this Top247 prospect, who is the 19th commitment for Matt Rhule’s program in the 2025 recruiting cycle. In 13 games during his junior season in 2023, Jones tallied 55 tackles, nine tackles for loss, one interception, and two forced fumbles on defense, while also catching 20 passes for 500 yards and nine touchdowns on offense, according to MaxPreps. He has been chosen to participate in the All-American Bowl in January.
Scouting summary: “A versatile high school playmaker with extensive two-way experience and special teams involvement. A promising outside receiver who also excels as an edge rusher and off-ball linebacker, indicating a strong future projection. … Impressive combine performance in lateral agility. Displays a strong motor in pursuit, showcasing good straight-line speed while being able to change direction effectively.” — Gabe Brooks, 247Sports scouting analyst.
SEPT. 10: JETT NIU | QB
Committed to: Oklahoma State
247Sports rank: 3-star | 85 rating | No. 78 QB
Recruiting update: Jett Niu, a 6-foot-2, 185-pound quarterback from Lehi (Utah) High School, recently changed his commitment from Appalachian State to Oklahoma State after an official visit to Stillwater. He is now the 17th commitment for Mike Gundy’s program in the 2025 recruiting cycle, having been with the Mountaineers since May 23. Oklahoma State quarterbacks coach Tim Rattay led his recruitment. In the first three games of his senior season, Niu has completed 47 of 85 passes (55.3%) for 701 yards, throwing eight touchdowns and four interceptions, as reported by MaxPreps.
Scouting summary: “Niu demonstrates solid pocket presence and awareness, adept at extending plays while feeling at ease throwing from both inside and outside the pocket. He’s an impressive touch passer with a knack for placing the ball effectively between defenders. While he doesn’t run often, he can take off when under pressure and could potentially execute some zone reads.” — Greg Biggins, 247Sports national recruiting analyst.
SEPT. 12: WILLIAM WIEBUSH | CB
Committed to: Wake Forest
247Sports rank: 3-star | 84 rating | No. 153 CB
Recruiting update: William Wiebush, a 6-foot-1, 185-pound cornerback from Franklin (Tenn.) Page, recently switched his commitment from Memphis to Wake Forest, making him the 18th addition to the Demon Deacons’ 2025 recruiting class. He had been committed to the Tigers since June 18. Wake Forest safeties coach James Adams led his recruitment, with support from defensive coordinator Brad Lambert. In his first three games as a senior, Wiebush has tallied 17 tackles, two tackles for loss, and two interceptions (including one returned for a touchdown) on defense, according to MaxPreps. Offensively, he has rushed for 175 yards and five touchdowns on 23 carries, and thrown for 199 yards and one touchdown.
Class of 2026—SEPT. 8: ZAVION GRIFFIN-HAYNES | EDGE
Committed to: North Carolina
247Sports rank: 4-star | 90 rating | No. 146 Overall | No. 16 EDGE
Recruiting update: Zavion Griffin-Haynes, a 6-foot-6, 220-pound edge defender from Rolesville (N.C.) High School, has committed to North Carolina, choosing the Tar Heels over Ohio State and other offers from schools like Auburn, Florida State, Miami, Penn State, South Carolina, Tennessee, and UCLA. North Carolina’s defensive coordinator, Geoff Collins, was the primary recruiter for this top-150 prospect, who made his decision during an unofficial visit to Chapel Hill. He becomes the second commitment for the program in the 2026 recruiting cycle. In 11 games as a sophomore in 2023, Griffin-Haynes recorded 28 tackles, four tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, eight quarterback hurries, and two pass breakups, according to MaxPreps.
SEPT. 8: BRADY BALLART | ATH
Committed to: Louisville
247Sports rank: N/A
Recruiting news: Brady Ballart, a 6-foot-2, 213-pound athlete from Aurora (Ind.) South Dearborn, has committed to Louisville after an official visit to the campus, making him the second recruit for the Cardinals’ 2026 class. He opted for Jeff Brohm’s program over offers from Ball State, Eastern Michigan, Miami (OH), and Toledo. His recruitment was led by Louisville’s co-defensive coordinator and secondary coach Ron English, along with linebackers coach Mark Ivey. During his sophomore year in 2023, Ballart rushed for 525 yards and eight touchdowns on 105 carries, caught three passes for 94 yards, recorded 64 tackles with seven tackles for loss, and returned an interception for a touchdown, according to MaxPreps.
SEPT. 9: DANNY ODEM | WR
Committed to: North Carolina
247Sports rank: N/A
Recruiting update: Danny Odem, a 6-foot-1, 170-pound wide receiver from Orlando (Fla.) First Academy, has committed to the Tar Heels, choosing them over offers from Ole Miss and UCF, among others. His main recruiter was North Carolina’s cornerbacks coach Jason Jones, with support from defensive backs coach Charlton Warren. Odem becomes the third commitment for head coach Mack Brown and the Tar Heels in the 2026 recruiting class. After three games in his junior season, he has recorded 24 tackles, one interception, and one pass breakup, according to MaxPreps.
SEPT. 10: VILIAMI MOALA | DL
Committed to: USC
247Sports rank: 3-star | 88 rating | No. 44 DL
Recruiting update: Viliami Moala, a 6-foot-3, 305-pound defensive lineman from South Jordan (Utah) Bingham, has committed to the Trojans after an unofficial visit to Los Angeles. This marks the sixth commitment for head coach Lincoln Riley and his staff in the 2026 recruiting cycle. Moala had offers from several schools, including Arizona, Arizona State, BYU, Houston, Iowa State, Miami, Tennessee, Texas Tech, UCLA, and Utah. His recruitment was led by USC defensive ends coach Shaun Nua. So far this junior season, Moala has recorded 23 tackles, three tackles for loss, two sacks, and six quarterback hurries, according to MaxPreps.
Scouting report: “Moala is a dominant two-way player being considered as both a nose guard and center/offensive guard in college. … On defense, he’s primarily a bull rusher but possesses good hand technique and a quick first step. He’s a true nose tackle able to handle double teams, stop the run, and win one-on-one matchups with his strength and toughness.” — 247Sports national recruiting analyst Greg Biggins.
SEPT. 12: ZELUS HICKS | S
Committed to: Texas
247Sports rank: 4-star | 90 rating | No. 79 Overall | No. 8 S
Recruiting update: Zelus Hicks, a 6-foot-2, 190-pound safety from Carrollton (Ga.) High School, has committed to the Longhorns, choosing them over offers from schools like Auburn, Clemson, Georgia, Ohio State, and Tennessee. Texas safeties coach Blake Gideon led his recruitment, with assistance from defensive passing game coordinator and secondary coach Terry Joseph. Hicks is the third commitment for head coach Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns in the 2026 recruiting cycle. During his sophomore season in 2023, he recorded 67 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, two pass breakups, and one forced fumble, according to MaxPreps.
Scouting report: “Hicks is a modern boundary safety capable of quickly reacting and being an enforcer against the run or short passing game, thanks to his physical attributes, instincts, and athleticism. He demonstrates outstanding football IQ, making decisive plays when attacking from depth and taking excellent angles. A reliable tackler, he can handle slot receivers in open space and effectively compete against bigger targets like receivers or tight ends.” — 247Sports national analyst Hudson Standish.
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