Miami targets in-state move rusher DeAnthony Lafayette

Whereas the recruitment of sack artist DeAnthony Lafayette has picked up this 12 months, Friday’s information nonetheless hit a bit in another way.

The Orlando (Fla.) Lake Nona standout added the primary in-state provide throughout the Energy 4 ranks as Miami got here by way of.

“We had a 5 a.m. follow and Jason Taylor got here by and watched our complete follow,” he advised Rivals. “After we talked…and he provided. He advised me my fingers have been elite and the pace I play with is spectacular, so he missed my peak and mentioned he was gonna be the primary Florida P4 to supply me.

“I am enthusiastic about this one!”

Lafayette, who registered 17.5 sacks in 2024, has been to Miami a number of occasions as a recruit, however all sides is engaged on further journeys now that he has among the many scholarship prospects the Hurricanes are pursuing.

“It means rather a lot,” he mentioned. “They’re actual near my household and to be coached by Jason Taylor is a giant deal.

“I will undoubtedly have to maneuver some (go to) dates round.”

After rising on The U’s prospect board, Lafayette added to the memorable Friday in connecting with the pinnacle Hurricane.

“Simply acquired off the cellphone with (Mario) Cristobal — nice man,” he mentioned. “He was simply telling how I am the most recent provided Miami Hurricane they usually need to get me out just a few occasions earlier than my official go to.”

Lafayette, who has added provides from LSU, Oklahoma, Vanderbilt, Mississippi State, Pitt and others since April started, says he’ll quickly announce an official go to schedule to comply with spring soccer at LNHS.

There isn’t any timetable for a verbal dedication.