Elite EDGE Jayden Wayne commits to Miami

Elite Edge Jayden Wayne of Tacoma (Wash.) Lincoln High announced his commitment to Miami Saturday afternoon.

The 6-foot-5, 240 pounder chose the Hurricanes over LSU, Oregon, Alabama, Michigan State, and Georgia.

Jayden Wayne on why he chose Miami 

“They recruited me hard all the way to the end,” Wayne said. “The relationships with all of the coaches are real. Coach Cristobal talked to me and my family almost everyday. It was the right fit.”

Wayne on his relationship with Miami coaching staff & their plan

“Coach Cristobal, Joe, Rod, and Taylor all reach out to me and my family,” Wayne said. “They want to use me to attack the QB and sometimes drop back in coverage. Stand up or put my hand down.”

The top player in Washington joins coach Cristobal and Miami’s top 10 class in the 2023 team rankings alongside Francis Mauigoa, Jaden Rashada, and others.

Jayden Wayne Scouting Summary

“Jumbo athlete who could project at EDGE or tight end at the college level,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Measured around 6-foot-5, 240 pounds prior to his senior season. Has good length, with a verified 6-foot-9 wing-span. The length shows up on defense, where he’s able to beat offensive tackles with a long arm move. Shows good body lean and ability to bend as a pass rusher. Makes plays against the run, but can continue adding functional strength.”

“Plays wide receiver for his high school, but would project as a tight end on offense. Quick out of his breaks and shows sudden movements within his routes. Shows the ability to adjust to low passes. Can improve his ankle flexion as a runner. Also plays basketball. Older for the class, turning 18-years-old during his junior season.”

Wayne ranks as the No. 36 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four major recruiting sites. He also tabs in as the No. 5 edge and the top player in the state of Washington..