Miami’s recruiting board took another hit when four-star interior offensive lineman Jatori Williams backed off his pledge to the Hurricanes.
Williams announced the move in a statement posted on Twitter, making clear that his decision was about giving himself more time before signing day in December. He thanked Miami’s staff for the way they recruited him and said the split was not the result of any issue with the program.
“First, I want to thank the University of Miami coaching staff for the time, effort, and care they have shown me and my family throughout my recruitment. They have done an outstanding job recruiting me and building relationships with us, and I am truly grateful for their belief in me.
After careful consideration, I have decided to decommit from the University of Miami and reopen my recruitment. This is a personal decision and does not reflect any disappointment with Miami or its coaching staff.
They have been great to me and my family every step of the way. They are elite.As we approach signing day in December, I want to give myself the opportunity to fully evaluate my options and make the best decision for my future.
Where I will be for the next 3-4 years is a very important decision for my family and I, It's one that I do not take lightly. I still have a lot of love and respect for Miami, and I am keeping that door open with them as I move forward in this process.
Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this process. I appreciate your understanding.”
The decommitment makes Williams Miami’s third lost commitment in the 2027 recruiting class. It also marks the second time this year he has reopened his recruitment, after previously decommitting from Alabama.
Even after pulling back from the Crimson Tide, Williams has stayed in touch with Alabama’s coaching staff and has left that door open as well. According to a Twitter post from On3’s Hayes Fawcett, the four schools standing out to him now are Alabama, Auburn, Georgia and Florida State.
Williams is regarded as a top-100 recruit by 247Sports Recruiting Rankings. The site has him rated as the country’s No. 5 interior offensive lineman and the No. 3 player in Alabama.
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