One of the most heated recruiting battles of the 2023 cycle came to a conclusion on Sunday when Tony Mitchell, a five-star cornerback and the No. 15 overall player in the class, committed to Alabama over finalists of Auburn, Texas A&M and Georgia. Mitchell, who hails from Thompson High School in Alabaster, Alabama, drove to Tuscaloosa on Sunday to deliver the news to coach Nick Saban personally.
Mitchell has 201 tackles and seven interceptions in three high school seasons. He has played multiple positions in the secondary since earning playing time as a freshman, and should provide incredible versatility for Saban once he arrives on campus.
Cooper Petagna, national recruiting analyst for 247Sports, provided this scouting report on the newest member of the Crimson Tide recruiting class.
“Possesses ideal size for his position at 6-foot-2 and 180 pounds,” Petagna wrote. “Appears to possess growth potential to add additional weight to his frame. Displays good athleticism in multiple positions throughout the secondary. Long reactionary defensive back with fluid hips that transitions smoothly in and out of breaks. More of a smooth hipped athlete than he is quick twitch explosive. Appears to have good short area quickness and change of direction ability. Displays good patience and suddenness as a man to man slot defender.
“Possesses above average play speed. Could see a natural progression to a deep middle defender or as a nickel from his corner position. Flashes some key and diagnose ability in the short to intermediate part of the field. Willing run support defender with the ability to play in space. Demonstrates some ability to play the ball but has limited ball production.”
What does Mitchell’s commitment mean for Alabama?
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