Syracuse football is gearing up for a significant recruiting weekend, as four-star offensive tackle Timi Aliu from Georgia has confirmed an official visit to the Orange. Aliu, a standout in the 2027 class, will be on campus from May 29 to May 31, joining several other key recruits for what promises to be an exciting period for the program.
Standing tall at 6-foot-5 and weighing in at 290 pounds, Aliu has already made waves on the national stage. He was invited to showcase his talents at the 2026 Under Armour All-America Game in Florida, an event that spotlights some of the nation's top high school players.
Aliu's recruitment is drawing attention from several major programs. Alongside Syracuse, he has scheduled visits to Illinois, Florida, and Georgia. His impressive performance at Locust Grove High School, where he helped lead the team to a 9-2 record and earned first-team All-Region honors, has caught the eye of many.
The Orange coaching staff, led by head coach Fran Brown, has been actively pursuing Aliu, extending a scholarship offer in early January. Syracuse is competing against a formidable list of schools including South Carolina, Florida State, Tennessee, and LSU, among others. The 247Sports Composite ranks him as the No. 241 overall player in his class, while Rivals places him at No. 215 nationally.
Aliu has expressed genuine interest in Syracuse, stating that the program holds a strong position in his recruitment journey. The upcoming visit will be crucial as the Orange look to make a lasting impression.
Joining Aliu on the visit will be three-star tight end Michael Nnabuife from Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore. Nnabuife, another promising talent, has Syracuse among his top choices alongside powerhouses like Alabama and Michigan State.
This recruiting weekend is shaping up to be pivotal for Syracuse as they aim to bolster their future roster with top-tier talent. With Aliu and Nnabuife headlining the visits, the Orange are poised to make significant strides in their recruiting efforts.