Dantae Chin is the newest commit to Rutgers football, adding yet another offensive lineman to a class that has clearly emphasized getting bigger and stronger in the trenches.
A senior from Cypress Bay High School (Florida), Chin is a late bloomer who showed well this past season at left tackle. He appears to have the athleticism necessary to play inside or outside for Rutgers.
The news was broken on Monday by 247 Sports recruiting insider and analyst Brian Dohn.
His senior season highlight film is impressive with some of these plays are reminiscent of The Blindside. Chin plays to the whistle, that much is certain.
The left tackle engages well, being the first to make contact with the edge rush. He plants and steps well, showing impressive mobility and good ability in being able to backstep and slide.
His ability to get to the next level for blocking makes him an interesting candidate for the interior as well. He moves well for his size with rare fluidity in the hips.
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Chin plays a bit high at times and needs some work in his hand placement. But his motor, quickness and footwork are all impressive.
According to 247 Sports, Rutgers was his first offer.