This is GREAT news for Alabama football! On Friday, 5 star OT JC Latham committed to Alabama over Ohio State and LSU.
BREAKING: Five-star OT JC Latham has committed to #Alabama over Ohio State and LSU. He’s the seventh member of UA’s class and the first 5-star of the cycle for #RollTide https://t.co/XeAJecZrdH pic.twitter.com/nivjrHjBhe
— Hank South (@HankSouth247) June 12, 2020
Latham, a 5 star out of IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida is ranked as the nation’s No. 3 overall player, according to the Top247 Rankings.
Latham who is 6’6 and weighs 305 pounds is also ranked as the No. 5 offensive tackle and the No. 17 overall player in the country, according to 247Sports’ Composite Rankings.
Latham is Alabama’s 7th commitment of the 2021 class, and is Alabama’s first 5 star for the 2021 class.
Here is what 247Sports’ Charles Power has to say about Latham:
“Possesses a large, square frame with exceptional length. Owns long arms and big hands in addition to his considerable stature and has added some mass over the past year as he enters his senior season. Is ready-made from a size and bulk standpoint with little bad weight. Has a basketball background and has shown good change of direction in combine settings. Initially a defensive lineman, Latham has grown into an offensive tackle, making the transition after transferring to IMG. Showed well against top competition manning the left tackle spot as a junior in 2019. Flashes potential to become a dominant run blocker. Combines his supreme length with functional movement skills and athleticism as seen in his proficiency in getting to the second level. Shows advanced flexibility and plays with strong pad level, maintaining a leverage advantage against opposing defensive linemen. Embraces physicality and works to finish blocks once engaged. Also has the framework to develop into a strong pass blocker with length and reactive quickness within his pass set. Turned in some strong camp performances against top pass rushers early in 2020 prior to the Coronavirus shutdown. Still relatively green technically with limited experience as a full-time offensive lineman – which also points to a considerable upside. Will need to continue honing his technique as he gains more pivotal in-game reps. Projects as a multi-year starter at the Power 5 level with the upside to develop into a first-round NFL Draft selection.”
Latham is a HUGE pickup for the Crimson Tide!
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