Four-Star TE Ty Lockwood flips to Alabama

Thompson’s Station (Tenn.) Independence four-star tight end Ty Lockwood has decommitted from Ohio State and flipped his commitment to the Alabama Crimson Tide.

The 6-foot-5, 225 pounder had been committed to the Buckeyes since August of last year.

Lockwood sent a statement to On3 regarding his flip:

First of all, I’m grateful for Ohio State, the coaching staff, and the Buckeye players and fans. I have a lot of respect for the program and the team. I’ve been all in with Buckeye Nation, so this decision and announcement is hard for me.

After much discussion and prayer, my family and I have decided that it would be best to decommit from Ohio State University. I take commitment and loyalty very seriously, but it’s 

the right choice I needed to make for my future and my family.

With that being said, I’m flipping my commitment to the University of Alabama. I look forward to what the future brings and how I can develop as a player and person under Coach Saban and Coach Cox.  Roll Tide!

-Ty Lockwood

Ty Lockwood Scouting Summary

“Soft-handed target who projects as an in-line tight end long-term,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Has a big frame at around 6-foot-5, 225 pounds. Should be able to fill out in the 250 pound range after time in a college strength program. A reliable target in the passing game, showing the ability to extend for high-point grabs. Also shows off his catch radius in scooping low thrown balls off the dirt. Most effective in working in the short and intermediate areas of the field. Primarily used in that fashion at the high school level. Caught 42 passes for 462 yards and two touchdowns as a junior. Has good play strength and projects as an effective blocker at the next level. Can continue improving his play speed to help in separating within routes and helping in picking up yards after the catch.”

Lockwood currently ranks as the No. 132 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four recruiting sites. He also tabs in as the No. 9 tight end, and the No. 2 player in the state of Tennessee.