Top Alabama linebacker prospect narrows college choices to Florida, Auburn and Alabama
Four-star linebacker Nehemiah McCary, Alabama's highest-rated recruit, has listed Florida as one of his final three college options.
Nehemiah McCary, the leading linebacker recruit from Alabama and a four-star prospect, sits at No. 24 in the latest 247Sports composite and is the nation's No. 1 at his position. The 6-foot-3, 240-pound athlete, who also contributes on offense with over 1,000 rushing yards, has narrowed his college search to three programs: Auburn, Alabama and Florida. McCary praised the coaching staff at Florida after attending a summer camp in Gainesville, noting the useful tips he received.
Ranking services list him at No. 32 overall on Rivals and No. 34 on 247Sports, while On3’s prediction model assigns a 57.2% chance of signing with Auburn, 21.2% with Alabama and 9.9% with Florida. He expressed a desire to help his high school team, Maplesville, repeat as 1A state champions. The recruiting battle highlights the continued competition among SEC schools for elite talent.
Why it matters
The decision of a top high-school linebacker could shape the future success of several major college football programs.
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