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Georgia reoffers Alabama 5-star ATH commit Jaylen Mbakwe

On3 imageby:Drew Schott•02/08/23•

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Alabama Crimson Tide commitment Jaylen Mbakwe. (Joseph Hastings/BamaInsider)

Pinson (Ala.) Clay-Chalkville five-star athlete Jaylen Mbakwe was reoffered by Georgia on Wednesday. He has been committed to Alabama since July 26.

Mbakwe is the No. 14 overall prospect and No. 1 athlete in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 1 player in Alabama. 

On3 rates Mbakwe higher than other recruiting services, according to the Industry Comparison. Even though he is rated as a four-star prospect in the 2024 On300, Mbakwe is the No. 6 overall prospect in the country.

The 5-foot-11, 170-pound recruit recently took a visit to LSU. He previously told Joseph Hastings of BamaInsider that he is “fully committed” to Alabama.

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“Just because I have the best head coach as my position coach,” Mbakwe said. “That’s what’s keeping me locked in. Plus, the players and the family environment there… everybody is a family there.”

“You get to be the best player you can be,” Mbakwe added about playing for Nick Saban. “Get to show the best coach in college football what you can do and how to get on the field.”

Jaylen Mbakwe On3 Scouting Summary

The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Jaylen Mbakwe:

“One of the more dynamic two-way athletes early on in the 2024 cycle. Stars on both sides of the ball for one of the top high school programs in Alabama. Has outstanding play speed, backed up by a personal best of 10.74 seconds in the 100 meters mid-way through his sophomore track season. Pulls away in the open field, easily out-running defenders. Dynamic with the ball in his hands both as a receiver and return man. Also shows the ability to separate on vertical routes. Returned several kicks for touchdowns.

“Also doubles as a productive defensive back, with high level ball production, totaling 4 interceptions and 12 pass breakups as a sophomore. Should he end up at defensive back, will need to continue honing his technical skills. Projects as one of the more electric athletes in the 2024 cycle.”