Miami has landed its top interior offensive line target, securing the commitment of Alabama native Jatori Williams.



A 6-foot-5, 340-pound lineman from Phenix City, Ala., Williams brings power and physicality at the guard position.

Previously committed to Alabama before decommitting in January, the four-star prospect brings a pure guard profile — taking up space in the interior and mauling opposing rushers.

A multi-sport athlete in basketball, the athletic traits translate as he moves his feet well for his size and maintains balance throughout.

His profile is reminiscent of former Miami guard and Alabama native Anez Cooper, driving the opposition into the turf with a point to prove as he gets upfield.



Williams was crystal balled to the Hurricanes last month with a commitment date set for tomorrow, May 22, but decided to push it back last week. However, the staff continued to work and not only got it over the line, but got it done early as he picked the Canes over the likes of FSU, Auburn, Kentucky and Georgia.

Williams joins Sean Tatum as Miami’s interior offensive lineman for the 2027 class, joined by tackle Tyler Ford.



The Hurricanes are now up to 14 commitments this cycle, and five top-100 players so far — three coming this month with Donte Wright, Ai’King Hall and Williams.

This number could possibly grow with Miami LB target AJ Randle announcing his commitment later tonight.

Listen to CanesInSight’s full breakdown of Williams before his commitment below:

 

SJ never met the size requirements for OL here. They took him despite that as a center. The fact that he can’t snap the ball doesn’t mean he should play guard. He needs to figure out snapping, or go play guard at a lower level.

Our OL coaching can get all benefits of the doubt, but they are dead wrong with what they are doing here.

hard to argue against anything you said ... i was hoping sj was just a mean sob that was winning with leverage and tenacity ... thus far i've been unbelievably wrong

 

hard to argue against anything you said ... i was hoping sj was just a mean sob that was winning with leverage and tenacity ... thus far i've been unbelievably wrong

I found it odd going into the season the talk was that the OL would look different in November than it did week 1. Why is that? It was almost an acknowledgment the best guys weren’t going out there week 1.

What must be done eventually must be done immediately. I’m hoping after what happened in the second half on Friday, they adjust things. I understand deferring to this staff on OL play in general, but what has gone on here going back to the spring hasn’t made much sense.

 

Sj is the cory flagg of OL when it comes to body type.

SJ Alofaflagg

 

What does Gaby's update say?

 

What does Gaby's update say?

 

Can he graduate/enroll now?

 

Can he sue the NCAA granting immediate eligibility?

 

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UV: September 26 (Central Michigan)

 

I after seeing our ol we need to make a big time play in the portal . Besides this kid i dont see nobody who could play . We need a qb in the portal too

 

UV: September 26 (Central Michigan)

Yeah, we all hope he sneaks into a uniform.

 

He will be so valuable next year inside. Think anez cooper with better feet.

 

He will be so valuable next year inside. Think anez cooper with better feet.

We honestly shouldnt have to depend on true freshman before they step on campus, its a disservice to both sides, its really a developmental position, lets get some vet talent in also to allow young guys develop on right track

 

We honestly shouldnt have to depend on true freshman before they step on campus, its a disservice to both sides, its really a developmental position, lets get some vet talent in also to allow young guys develop on right track

Ok but sometimes programs do. We did with SiSi and cooper at times. The mistake Mario made was not bringing in a legit portal backer and legit portal guard. When you lack experience and have money you can’t allow a line to be this young. We lost Kinsler in the portal and I think he would have had a big role. Good thing about Mario is he learns fast. This will be cleaned up next year. I think with McCoy Samson and Rodriguez he expected Cantwell to be ready and some of the other guys to be ready.

 

Ok but sometimes programs do. We did with SiSi and cooper at times. The mistake Mario made was not bringing in a legit portal backer and legit portal guard. When you lack experience and have money you can’t allow a line to be this young. We lost Kinsler in the portal and I think he would have had a big role. Good thing about Mario is he learns fast. This will be cleaned up next year. I think with McCoy Samson and Rodriguez he expected Cantwell to be ready and some of the other guys to be ready.

I know it happens, I just dont think we should of expected to depend on multiple freshman on a championship caliber oline. Expensive lesson that many saw, this is like '24 DB room..