The Hurricanes have landed a commitment from a key 2027 target at the running back position, Mississippi running back Ty Keys.



A 6-foot-2, 200-pound standout who brings impressive athleticism, Keys excels with elite twitch and burst.

He makes quick cuts and accelerates well, able to make defenders miss while also having the patience to see gaps.

The Poplarville product rushed for nearly 3,300 yards this past season, racking up 45 touchdowns in the process en route to a state championship and "Mr. Football" award for 4A Mississippi.

His production and traits shine against some of the top talents in the country --- MVP at The Opening Finals and Under Armour Combine.



When speaking to CanesInSight last month, Keys expressed excitement about playing in the Hurricanes scheme of using multiple backs.

“When you have a guy that is going to switch out with you and do the same thing you are going to do, that is good," Keys said. "You trust everybody, I like it.”

The Mississippi native becomes running backs coach Favian Upshaw's first commitment during his Miami tenure.

"We definitely got a good connection," Keys said regarding his relationship with coach Upshaw.

Keys committed to Miami over the likes of Ole Miss and FSU, becoming the Hurricanes ninth commitment in the 2027 class following some decommitments last month.

 

He looks pretty skinny, but I'm guessing he'll put on weight over the next 12-24 months. And he probably doesn't need to be an every down back for us right away.

He is listed already roughly at 200. He will likely at least be a solid in shape 210 by next September

 

He is listed already roughly at 200. He will likely at least be a solid in shape 210 by next September

At 6'1 or 6'2, that's pretty skinny for a RB. But we'll see - recruit heights are frequently exaggerated.

 

At 6'1 or 6'2, that's pretty skinny for a RB. But we'll see - recruit heights are frequently exaggerated.

Doesn't need to be 240 to be effective he will be fine

 

I was going to reference Kewan Lacy as a guy who has made a living running with the same style... but then remembered that kid cant stay healthy for nothing. lol. So bad example.

 

He looks pretty skinny, but I'm guessing he'll put on weight over the next 12-24 months. And he probably doesn't need to be an every down back for us right away.

I think they said he’s like 200lbs right now

 

Can he pass protect?

 

Can he pass protect?

Considering he has caught or thrown 35.7% of Poparville’s total completions, it’s an unknown. Unlikely he has much experience doing so.

 

Can he pass protect?

I don't think he's been asked to do that. He runs a lot and catches a lot (really good receiver) and even apparently throws some. Where do you find time to have him pass block?

 

It will probably be his first time ever pass blocking when he does it during team on Greentree in 5-6 months.

 

I’m not sure that at that level ( High School ) it’s emphasized.
We can develop him to do that. And he if doesn’t. I trust the staff enough to put the best players on the field. Regardless of star ranking.

 

Considering he has caught or thrown 35.7% of Poparville’s total completions, it’s an unknown. Unlikely he has much experience doing so.

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