National Signing Day is wrapping up, and this year’s edition was the quietest we’ve ever seen. With the early signing period dominating the recruiting landscape and the transfer portal reshaping roster construction, the traditional February frenzy has faded.
Still, a handful of late commitments and flips stood out, as teams filled key needs with under-the-radar talent and intriguing prospects. From Michigan securing a high-upside tackle in Ty Haywood to North Carolina making waves with two defensive line flips, these are the signees who could make a real impact despite the subdued signing day buzz.
1. Ty Haywood, OL, Denton (Texas) Ryan
Haywood was the final player in the 247Sports Top 100 still on the board before announcing for Michigan this morning. The former Alabama commit is the No. 42 player nationally in the Top247 and a true tackle prospect who could line up on either side of the line but likely projects best as a right tackle. He has impressive length and the multi-sport background scouts value in a lineman. Haywood also competes in track and has a personal best of 58 feet, 6 inches in the shot put.
2. Zahir Mathis, Edge, Philadelphia (Pa.) Imhotep Institute
Mathis announced his commitment to Maryland on the 247Sports YouTube channel, choosing the Terps over Florida…
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Author : Greg Biggins
Publish date : 2025-02-05 20:50:00
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