Five-Star EDGE Keon Keeley commits to Alabama

Five-star EDGE Keon Keeley of Tampa (Fla) Berkeley Prep announced his commitment to Alabama Monday afternoon.

The 6-foot-5, 240 pounder chose the Crimson Tide over Ohio State, Georgia, and Florida.

Keeley on why he chose Alabama

“I loved the program and the tradition of Alabama, and knew it was a special opportunity to play for Coach Saban!”

Relationship with coaching staff + how they plan on using Keeley

“I’d say I’m closest with Coach Hutzler, he is a great coach with great energy,” Keeley said. “They see me as an Outside Linebacker and I can’t wait to just get in the system and get pushed by the best!”

Keon Keeley Scouting Summary

“Big pass rusher with high-end explosion and finishing ability behind the line of scrimmage. Has a big frame at 6-foot-6, 245 pounds with good length (33 7/8 inch arms). Shows a strong first step, bursting off the ball and uses his length to create disruption off the edge. Shows signs of some technical acuity with quick hands and pass rush moves. Developed a spin move to go with quick hands as a senior. Displays strong closing speed and finishes plays behind the line of scrimmage at a high rate. Among the more productive pass rushers in the nation as a junior and senior, totaling 32.5 sacks over his final two seasons.”

“Most comfortable rushing out of a two-point stance at this point. A violent finisher who delivers massive hits on opposing quarterbacks. Has the frame and play strength to develop into a plus run defender. Quickly generates momentum and converts speed to power as a pass rusher. Will need to continue improving his bend and flexibility as he’s more of a straight line rusher. Also a bouncy athlete with a basketball background.”

Keeley currently ranks as the No. 11 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four major recruiting services. He also tabs in as the No. 1 EDGE and the No.3 player in the state of Florida..