HAPPENING: No. 1 Prospect Jackson Cantwell Opens Up on Potential Commitment to Miami After In-Home Visit
The recruiting trail just got even hotter as Jackson Cantwell, the consensus No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 class, opened up about a potential commitment to the University of Miami following an impactful in-home visit with the Hurricanes coaching staff.
Cantwell, a dominant offensive lineman out of Nixa High School in Missouri, has been a household name for recruiting analysts and college programs across the country. Standing at a staggering 6-foot-8 and 300 pounds, with elite athleticism and technical skill, Cantwell has his pick of college football’s top programs. But after his recent visit with Miami coaches, the tide may be shifting toward Coral Gables.
“They’re willing to pour a lot into me as a player and as a person,” Cantwell said during an exclusive interview. “So there’s a lot to take home from there for sure.”
Sources close to the recruitment say the Hurricanes made a strong impression not just with their football pitch, but with the holistic approach they presented to Cantwell and his family. Head coach Mario Cristobal, himself a former offensive lineman, is believed to have played a pivotal role in the meeting, emphasizing player development, NFL preparation, and life beyond football.
“Miami made it personal,” one source close to Cantwell told us. “They didn’t just talk about what he could do for the program—they focused on what the program could do for him.”
This comes at a critical time in Cantwell’s recruitment, as programs like Georgia, Alabama, and Oregon continue to apply pressure. But Miami’s momentum is very real, and the buzz around Coral Gables is growing louder.
While no commitment timeline has been announced, Cantwell’s words suggest Miami may now be sitting near the top of his list. And if they can close the deal, it could be one of the most monumental recruiting wins of the Cristobal era.
Stay tuned. This story is far from over.
