In a shocking development in college football, five-star defensive lineman Justin Scott has flipped his commitment from Ohio State to the Miami Hurricanes. Scott, a 6’5″, 310-pound All-American prospect from Chicago, had been committed to Ohio State since July 2024. However, Miami’s persistence, led by head coach Mario Cristobal and defensive line coach Joe Salave’a, paid off in a significant way.

This flip makes Scott the highest-ranked recruit in Miami’s 2024 class and bolsters their defensive line as they prepare for the potential departure of standout Leonard Taylor to the NFL Draft. Miami now boasts 27 commits and has jumped to fifth place in national recruiting rankings, overtaking powerhouse programs like Alabama and Notre Dame.

 

This decision underscores Miami’s growing momentum in recruiting under Cristobal, who continues to attract elite talent to the progr

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