WATCH: 4-star WR Jalen Hale reels in spectacular catch
Longview (Texas) four-star wide receiver Jalen Hale is one of the top uncommitted wide receivers in the 2023 cycle. The 6-foot-0.5, 185 pound wideout demonstrated his talent Friday night against Lufkin (Texas).
Following the snap, Hale evaded his defender and got open downfield. The four-star then reached out for the catch, reeling in the reception before falling to the ground.
Hale is the No. 54 overall prospect and No. 10 wide receiver in the 2023 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. 10 player in Texas.
The four-star is announcing his commitment on Sept. 21 and will be choosing between Alabama, Texas and Texas A&M. Following this weekend, Hale will have taken an official visit to each program this fall.
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According to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine, the Crimson Tide are the favorites for Hale’s commitment at 50.7%. However, the Longhorns are close behind at 43%.
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Jalen Hale On3 Scouting Summary
The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Jalen Hale:
“Productive receiver for one of the top high school programs in Texas. Excels at the catch point. Was the first freshman to start on varsity back in 2019 for East Texas powerhouse Longview high school since the early 2000’s. Totaled 50 catches for 1,154 yards and 14 touchdowns in his junior season. Does much of his damage out of the slot at Longview.
“Checks in at 6-foot-0.5, 185 pounds with a 32.5 inch arm. Has natural explosion and ability to go up and high point the football. A starter for the basketball team. Needs some refinement in his route running and sinking at the top of his routes, which should come with collegiate coaching. Has upside to be a difference-maker at the college level, but will need to refine his game.”
Hale has an On3 NIL Valuation of $164K. The On3 NIL Valuation is an index that looks to set the standard market value for both high school and college-level athletes. 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.