Five-star prospect Jackson Cantwell, the No. 1 offensive tackle in the Class of 2026, committed to Miami during a ceremony held at Nixa (Missouri) High School on Tuesday. The Hurricanes won a heavyweight recruiting battle against Georgia, Oregon and Ohio State to secure his services.
Securing Cantwell’s commitment was an 11th hour coup for the Hurricanes, as Georgia was widely viewed as the favorite leading into his decision. Cantwell even took a visit to Athens the weekend of May 10 and has not been on Miami’s campus since March.
Cantwell’s recruitment did undergo an interesting shakeup in April when he signed with agent Drew Rosenhaus, according to 247Sports. Rosenhaus reportedly wanted to secure Cantwell a three-year NIL deal with an average annual value of over $2 million, though representatives from Cantwell’s camp maintain football fit is the most important factor.
Regardless, the 6-foot-7.5, 325-pound Cantwell is (quite literally) a massive get for Mario Cristobal and his staff. He was the 2024 Missouri Gatorade Player of the Year and a finalist for Gatorade National Player of the Year after starting at left tackle for Nixa.
Cantwell is also a two-time Missouri Class 5A State Champion in the shot put and was the 2023-24 Gatorade Missouri Boys Track & Field Player of the Year. His versatility and athleticism could translate into early playing time at the collegiate level, according to his 247Sports scouting report:
“Tall, big-framed offensive tackle prospect with a stellar athletic profile and pedigree who’s an advanced mover at this stage of development. Quick off the ball and flashes hand violence and POA power. Bounce in his step and plays with active feet. Capable bender who gets hips involved. Further ahead as a run…
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Author : Will Backus
Publish date : 2025-05-13 20:32:00
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