Texas A&M DL LT Overton to enter transfer portal: Former five-star was No. 17 overall prospect in 2022

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Texas A&M defensive lineman and former five-star recruit LT Overton plans to enter the transfer portal, according to 247Sports. Ranked as the No. 17 overall prospect in the 2022 class by 247Sports, Overton originally chose the Aggies over Oklahoma, Georgia, Oregon and a host of other offers. 

Overton recorded 31 tackles (six solo) for the Aggies in 2023. He has one career sack during his two seasons with Texas A&M.  According to 247Sports, Overton’s older brother Micaiah also plans to enter the portal. He originally signed with Liberty, but transferred to Texas A&M last year to play with LT. Micaiah played in just one game during his two years at Texas A&M. 

247Sports scouting analyst Gabe Brooks had high praise for Overton as a high school prospect, projecting him as a future first-round NFL Draft pick:

Shows impressive play strength that produces bull-rush power, but also flashes advanced pass-rush nuance. Dangerous with his long levers and ability to turn the corner tightly. Displays natural counter instincts fostered by surprising quick-twitch body reactiveness and movement skill.

Enormous production as a freshman and sophomore (40.5 sacks). Production noticeably dropped from sophomore (21.5 sacks) to junior year (7.5) despite playing 12 games each season. Gets off the line with burst but snap anticipation needs to improve. A tad high-cut, which compromises pad level at times. Occasionally a bit delayed in recovery from more powerful POA punchers.

One of the nation’s best defensive line prospects across multiple classes. Could live as a jumbo edge in a two-point stance or…

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Author : Cameron Salerno

Publish date : 2023-12-06 16:06:27

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