The Miami Hurricanes are making waves in the recruiting scene, and it's no surprise that top prospects are flocking to Coral Gables to see what head coach Mario Cristobal is building. This spring, the Hurricanes are hosting a slew of elite recruits, and Thursday's visit from five-star edge rusher DJ Jacobs has everyone buzzing.
Jacobs, a standout from Roswell, Georgia, isn't just any recruit-he's a game-changer. Alongside his younger brother Dawson, a promising talent in the 2028 class, Jacobs is taking a closer look at what Miami has to offer. It's clear that Cristobal and defensive ends coach Jason Taylor are pulling out all the stops to woo this dynamic player, seeing him as a cornerstone for future defenses.
Despite Jacobs' current commitment to Ohio State, the recruitment battle is far from over. Miami, along with Texas and Texas A&M, remains in hot pursuit. Jacobs' admiration for the Hurricanes is well-documented, especially after their impressive performance against the Buckeyes in last season's Cotton Bowl.
"Miami always gets after it. A lot of pressures and a lot of sacks.
They did good. They're attacking full-on.
Even on run plays, they're getting push back," Jacobs shared with 247Sports' Gaby Urrutia.
While the Hurricanes fell just short of a national championship, Cristobal and Taylor are determined to convince Jacobs that he could be the key to reaching that pinnacle. The recruiting journey is still unfolding, and all eyes are on how this narrative will play out.