On300 No. 1 TE Jaden Reddell names top 5

Four-star tight end Jaden Reddell of Raymore (MO) Peculiar High has narrowed his list to five schools– Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Notre Dame, and Oregon.

The 6-foot-4, 235 pounder discussed his finalists.

Georgia 

“The production of tight ends they have had really stands out to me. Also I know if I go to Georgia I am going to win and be able to play for a championship.”

Alabama 

“The history and tradition at Alabama is unmatched and having the opportunity to play for them is a blessing, also the success they have had of putting players In the NFL can’t be beat.”

Tennessee 

“The explosiveness of Tennessee’s offense really stands out to me and I have a great relationship with all the coaches. Also having one of the best fan bases in college football is a plus.”

Notre Dame 

“Notre Dame having the success they have had with tight ends for so long and being called TEU it’s easy to see why I like them. Also I have a very strong connection with coach Parker and CJ Carr, the QB commits to ND in my class.” 

Oregon 

“Oregon’s game day environment was easily one of my favorites from the visits I had taken. Coach Meringer and I are very close and I know it would be great to be coached by him.”

Reddell ranks as the No. 49 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 tight end and the No. 3 player in the state of Missouri.

He currently has an On3 NIL Valuation of $144K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the industry’s 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.

Jaden Reddell Scouting Summary

“Gifted pass-catcher with wide receiver skills and athleticism in a tight end’s body. Measured at around 6-foot-4, 230 pounds in the spring prior to his senior season. Has plus length and a big frame with 34-inch arms and 10-inch hands. Highly proficient as a receiving threat. Has some of the best ball skills in the 2024 cycle, regardless of position. Naturally plucks the ball out of the air and effortlessly tracks the ball over his shoulder, making difficult grabs look routine. Uses his strong hands, coordination and understanding of body positioning to consistently come down with contested catches in jump ball situations. Runs very well and has a unique long stride that aids in pulling away once in the open field. Can be a bully after the catch, using a stiff arm to neutralize defenders.”

“Very productive as a junior, catching 49 passes for 1,002 yards and 12 touchdowns in 10 games. Primarily lines up as a wide receiver for his high school team. Will need to develop as a blocker in order to be an every down tight end as he moves up in level of play. Has also played basketball, showing some athleticism on the hardwood.”