Four-Star DL Edric Hill commits to Alabama

Four-star defensive lineman Edric Hill of Kansas City (MO) North Kansas City announced his commitment to Alabama Monday afternoon.

The 6-foot-3, 285 pounder chose the Crimson Tide over Oregon, LSU, Mizzou, USC, and Oklahoma.

Hill on why he chose Alabama

“What stood out about Alabama was the relationship I had with the coaches and some of the players,” Hill said. “Also, coach Roach is a good guy to be around, and I just felt comfortable in Tuscaloosa. I just want to win some games and get better as a player and person.”

Alabama’s plan for Hill + what it means to play for Bama

“They are going to move me around at a 3 tech, 4i, 5, and I will be playing defensive end mostly,” Hill said. “It is a dream come true to play for a high level school, and the standard is always very high.”

The Missouri defensive lineman joins Alabama’s No.1 ranked class in the 2023 team rankings.

Edric Hill Scouting Summary

“Interior disruptor that is a consistent people mover who wins with leverage and raw power,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Stands in at a shade under 6-foot-3, 285 pounds with a 6-foot-8 wingspan and 10-inch hand. Threw 46 feet in the shot put during his junior track and field season. Has the strike and pop teams covet amongst interior defenders. See some explosion in his get off. Ran an electronically-timed 5.00 40-yard dash, 4.65 shuttle and jumped a 28-inch vertical during the spring camp circuit before his senior year.”

“Can get stuck in the mud at times when maneuvering laterally. Need to see some development in his change of direction in order to excel at the next level. Has the build, raw power and twitch to make an immediate impact in college. If he can loosen up and develop some more bend to his game he will become a surefire NFL draft selection. On the older end of the spectrum for the 2023 recruiting cycle.”

Hill currently ranks as the No. 179 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 at the No. 23 defensive lineman, and the No. 3 player in the state of Missouri.