On Sunday, 2023 defensive lineman Anthony James II announced that he would be visiting the Plains from June 17-19 via his Twitter account. It will be his first trip to the Plains since receiving an offer from the coaching staff in May of this year.
James II is regarded as a four-star according to 247Sports’ recruiting rankings. He is listed at 6-foot-5 and 245 pounds. The Texas native is ranked as the No. 54 recruit in the 2024 recruiting class by 247Sports. Interestingly enough, James II was committed to Texas A&M before de-committing in May. He is slated to now visit Auburn (June 17th-19th) and Washington (June 24th). He previously took a visit to Utah on June 3rd.
If James II still aspires to play in the SEC, one would have to like the Tigers’ chances of landing him. His size is reminiscent of current Auburn defensive lineman Colby Wooden who is 6-foot-3 and 245 pounds. His role could also be similar to Wooden, in the fact that he can play inside or outside. James II is a priority target for the coaching staff and would certainly be welcomed with open arms. If the visit goes well, the Tigers will likely become the frontrunner in his recruitment.
Friday June 17-19 @AuburnFootball @CoachBrumbaugh @CoachHarsin #WDE pic.twitter.com/yZCeQOaMDc
— Anthony James II (@AntJamesII) June 12, 2022
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