Now Cristobal is looking to add a five-star in this year’s class, with Zephyrhills (Fla.) Five-Star Plus+ cornerback DJ Pickett set to announce his decision at 7 p.m. tonight.
You can tune into the live broadcast below:
The latest intel has the pick expected to come down to either LSU or Miami, although Oregon is also fighting to land him and can’t be ruled out. There’s not a real degree of certainty in any camp heading into the announcement.
Helping Miami’s cause is Pickett has built a great rapport with the Canes staff and he’s also got family there with DL Booker Pickett a 2024 signee that’s on campus.
If Pickett does pick the Canes?
He’d be the first top-rated prospect in the State of Florida to commit to Miami since 2005 when Kenny Phillips came on board. Pickett’s the No. 3 rated prospect regardless of position by On3.
So be sure to tune in tonight for his big announcement.
Pickett’s On3’s scouting report:
“Dynamic, explosive two-way playmaker who looks like one of the top defensive back prospects in the 2025 cycle, with the highest upside coming as a cornerback. A big-time two-way player as a receiver and defensive back. Has a tall, long with a thinner build, measuring at 6-foot-4, 179 pounds at the On3 Elite Series prior to his senior season. Has elite length for the position with 33 ⅝-inch arms. An extremely twitchy athlete who also excels in track and field. Turned in sensational marks in the 100 meters (10.62 seconds) and 200 meters (21.69 seconds) as a sophomore. A natural playmaker on Friday nights. Pairs his plus athleticism and easy movement skills with high level instincts and ball skills. Has elite range as a deep safety. Reads and jumps routes to make plays on the ball. Has fluid feet and is a loose mover, increasing optimism about the projection to corner. Looks to be the most physical top cornerback prospect in the 2025 cycle, flying downhill and delivering big hits on ball carriers. Doubles as a game-breaking receiver with the ability to take the top off of defenses and come down with acrobatic contested catches.
“Finished his junior season with 1,033 receiving yards, 15 touchdowns and one interception. Was ranked as a safety early on, but could be a legitimate high-end cornerback prospect or even play some offense in college. Will need to gain experience if he converts to corner, primarily having been a safety at the high school level. A bit older for the cycle, with a May birthday. Will need to continue adding good mass to his leaner frame once in college.”
