Five-Star Plus+ DL David Stone commits to Oklahoma

Five-Star Plus+ defensive lineman David Stone of Oklahoma City (OK) IMG Academy announced his commitment to Oklahoma Saturday afternoon.

The 6-foot-5, 280 pounder chose the Sooners over Miami, Michigan State, and others.

The Sunshine State defensive lineman joins coach Brent Venables and the Sooners’ top 15 class in the 2024 team rankings. He is accompanied by four-star running back Taylor Tatum, four-star tight end Davon Mitchell, and others.

Scouting Summary

“Twitched up disruptor along the interior defensive line with outstanding short area quickness and burst. Measures at around 6-foot-4, 280 pounds with elite length for the position with arms that register around 35 inches. Tested extremely well during the summer camp circuit at the UC Report’s IMG Pro Day prior to his senior season. Jumped 28 inches in the vertical, ran a 5.00 40-yard dash and ran an impressive 4.41 shuttle. Violent off the snap, can split gaps with ease. Shoots his hands quickly and with precision off the line. Excellent hand usage and very slippery as a pass rusher. Uses his elite length and quick hands at the point of attack. Makes it tough for offensive linemen to ever get a hand on him.”

“Stout against the run, with excellent ability to disengage from blockers. Not looking to stack and shed, wants to get off of blocks immediately. Can convert speed to power. Also a strong bull rusher. Can play a bit erratic at times and work himself out of plays. Just needs to play with more discipline and see the field better, but will come with time. High floor prospect who will always be a threat on passing downs. Will become a complete three-down player with further development. Transferred to IMG Academy after his first two seasons at Del City High School in Oklahoma.”

David Stone Recruiting Profile

Stone ranks as the No. 8 player in the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He also tabs in as the No. 2 defensive lineman and the No. 3 player in the state of Florida.

He currently has an On3 NIL Valuation of $335K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the leading index that sets high school and college athletes’ projected annual value (PAV). The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.

Personal Life

“David Stone is originally from Oklahoma City, Okla. He played his first two years of high school football at Del City before transferring to IMG Academy, a prep school powerhouse in Florida. Stone said the move was the best thing for his football development. “I’ve gotten a lot better, stronger and taller,” Stone said. “It was the right decision for me. I’m a better player because of the move to IMG.”