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4-star LB Shemar James makes commitment

Georgia and Alabama were among the top contenders for 4-star linebacker recruit Shemar James, who has committed to the Florida Gators

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide were among the top contenders high school football recruit Shemar James. James is a four-star outside linebacker prospect, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Now, Shemar James has committed to Dan Mullen and the Florida Gators football program. James will be an excellent addition for Florida.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound linebacker is ranked as the No. 15 linebacker in the country and the No. 146 overall recruit. James is the No. 7 rated player in the state of Alabama.

Florida is looking to recruit Alabama heavily. The Gators landed a commitment from the No. 3 prospect in the state, Jeremiah Williams, in the class of 2021.

Shemar James plays both wide receiver and outside linebacker. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can and he sometimes lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end/outside linebacker, but James has the size to do it successfully at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a pass rushing outside linebacker at the college level. He has excellent speed and could be a big-time difference maker in the SEC.

The four-star linebacker committed to Florida over  LSU, Georgia, Texas A&M, Alabama, FSU, Michigan, and Auburn. Shemar James announced his decision on June 20 via his Twitter account:

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Florida football steals talented linebacker from Alabama and Nick Saban

Florida accomplished the near impossible. They grabbed a talented prospect from the state of Alabama that head coach Nick Saban wanted.

Florida linebackers coach Christian Robinson and head coach Dan Mullen did it again. They grabbed a star player from Alabama coach Nick Saban’s backyard.

Four-star linebacker Shemar James committed to Florida Sunday fresh off his official visit to Gainesville. This is the third time Robinson snagged a highly ranked linebacker from Alabama. He landed Mohamoud Diabate and Jeremiah Williams in previous cycles.

James is rated as the 118th best player in the class of 2022 and the 12th best at his position, according to 247Sports.

One of the main pitches Florida sold to James that he could play multiple spots in defensive coordinator Todd Grantham’s defense.

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“In order for me to play in the NFL, I need to show people that I can do multiple things besides stop the run,” James said, according to Swamp247. “Florida is going to put me in the position to make plays and show that I can run stop and cover”

Robinson and assistant director of player personnel Chase Clark deserve the most credit for this latest addition. James said his bond with them played a large role in his decision.

The Gators 2022 class has now grown to seven players. Before James’ commitment, Florida’s class ranked 28th in the country, according to 247Sports. His commitment should help Florida rise several spots in the class of 2022 rankings.

However, James’ recruitment is far from over. He was a top target for the Crimson Tide and Saban, and they will likely push for a flip until he signs his letter of intent.

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UGA football in 4-star LB Shemar James’ top eight

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide are in the top eight for Faith Academy recruit Shemar James.

The Georgia Bulldogs are in the top eight for elite high school football recruit Shemar James. James is a four-star outside linebacker, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022, so he’s a junior in high school. James is 6-foot-3 and weighs 200 pounds.

The Faith Academy athlete plays primarily wide receiver and outside linebacker. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can and he sometimes lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end/outside linebacker, but James has the size to do it at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a possession receiver or a pass rushing outside linebacker at the college level. He can track the ball well and ripped off some explosive plays after the catch last season.

James additionally has the capability to be a great blocking wide receiver. Both Kirby Smart and Nick Saban love wide receivers who are willing to get in the mix and block.

Shermar James announced his top eight schools via his Twitter account:

The four-star prospect puts LSU, Georgia, Florida, Texas A&M, Alabama, FSU, Michigan, and Auburn in his top eight. He is projected to join the Alabama Crimson Tide.

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UGA, Bama offer scholarship to 4-star athlete in same week

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide have both offered scholarships to Faith Academy athelete Shemar James.

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide have both offered scholarships to elite high school football recruiting Shemar James. James is a four-star athlete, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022, so he’s a junior in high school. James is six-foot-three and weighs 200 pounds.

The Faith Academy athlete plays primarily wide receiver and defensive end. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can, so sometimes he lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end, but James has the size to do it at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a possession receiver at the college level. He can track the ball well and ripped off some explosive plays after the catch last season. James additionally has the capability to be a great blocking wide receiver. Both Kirby Smart and Nick Saban love wide receivers who are willing to get in the mix and block.

James received offers from both Georgia and Alabama to cap off a big week for him. The Bulldogs and Crimson Tide are always among the best recruiting programs in all of college football. Congratulations to the young man.

Shermar James announced his scholarship offer from the University of Georgia via his Twitter account:

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