Three Chairs…

August 18, 2026 -

Miami’s 2027 recruiting class currently has 21 verbal commitments and is ranked #4 in the nation, according the the 247Sports Composite.

From all reports, the Canes will take a smaller class this cycle, projected at 22-24 recruits. With that said, who are the remaining recruiting targets for Miami?

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Edge DJ JACOBS*


Hometown:  Roswell, GA       School:  Blessed Trinity Catholic             


HT: 6'-5" | WT: 235 | Offers: 38 | Rating: 99 | Position Rank: 1 | Overall Rank: 3


Status:  COMMITTED   |  Top Tier: Ohio State commit                     

 
OV:           UOV: 4/3-4 

EVALUATION: 247Sports evaluation (Andrew Ivins) 12/27/2025

"Cast-iron edge defender with the size, speed and strength to wreak havoc on Saturdays and then Sundays. Constantly destroys blocks with violent hands and a powerful lower half. Can shoot right past protection with his quick-twitch athleticism and impressive snap anticipation. Balanced through contact and has an excellent understanding of how to create leverage with his feet. Fills holes on the inside with a flat back and will release for tackles near his gap. Closes in pursuit with elite burst and has the lateral movement skills to track running backs across the field. Needs to keep tinkering with pass-rush technique, but effort and energy is already there, which is extremely encouraging. Could fit into an odd or even front at the next level and should offer no shortage of alignment possibilities as he can attack from both a two and three-point stance. Might not have the longest of arms, but has plenty of room to add mass to a budding 6-foot-5 frame. Projects as a future difference-maker for a College Football Playoff contender that can set the edge and get after the quarterback."

SUMMARY:

Elite pass rushing prospect. Multi-sport athlete (football, basketball). Brings size potential, power and a ton of physicality. In 2025, In 2024, 112 tackles (35 TFLs) and 12 sack. Projects as a  multi-year high-major starter with NFL upside down the road. Committed but still open.

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TE JAXON DOLLAR*


Hometown:  Denver, NC             School:  East Lincoln                      


HT: 6'-5" | WT: 222  |  Offers: 37 |  Rating: 98 |  Pos. Rank: 2 |  Overall Rank: 29


Status:  COMMITTED   |  Top Tier:  Georgia commit


OV:           UOV: 4/5/26, 9/20/25 (UF game), 9/25/25

EVALUATION:  247Sports 

“Modern slot tight end that should command targets in any offense with his win rate. Turns jump balls into easy rebounds with his above-the-rim athleticism, but is far from a one-tricky pony as he can stress the seam with his speed and produce chunks of YAC with his agility. Not the tallest of targets, but owns a monster catch radius. Powers through contact and can easily release from a jam. Understands body positioning and how to snap open. Heats up after the catch and will run through arm tackles. Limited experience to date as an in-line blocker, but combative tendencies suggest that he will eventually never need to leave the field, especially as he adds weight. Projects as a matchup weapon for a College Football Playoff hopeful that’s likely going to find the most success in a motion-heavy system.”

SUMMARY:

Elite TE prospect with big potential as a passing threat.

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DT DAVID FOLORUNSHO*

Hometown:  Chicago, IL                            School:   St. Patrick  

HT: 6'-3"  | WT: 280 |  Offers: 35 |  Rating: 98  |  Pos. Rank:  3 |  Overall Rank:  31

Status: COMMITTED   |  Top Tier:  Notre Dame

OV:          UOV: 

EVALUATION: (247Sports - Andrew Ivins)  5/4/26

"Explosive interior defender with the get-off, quickness and hands to be a difference-maker up front. Owns a squatty and compact build, but has a longer wingspan and could eventually play at 300 pounds. Fires hips through contact. Slips blocks with a brawler mentality. Agile enough to quickly plant and redirect. Empties the tank while in chase mode. Got looks up and down the line as a junior while also doubling as a blocking back on offense and should offer the same alignment possibilities in college as he can shade up or over a guard. Will need to keep improving his play-strength and mastering his craft, but projects as a potential impact player for a College Football Playoff hopeful with his range and energy.”

SUMMARY:

Elite interior defensive lineman with a very high upside. Will be a tough pull from the Irish in the mid-west.

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OTHERS: OT Mark Matthews*, IOL Gus Corsair*

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BOTTOM LINE:

All of the above targets will require “Flips,” making it a much harder challenge for Mario Cristobal. But we know Mario, don’t we?

GO CANES!