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Five-star TE Duce Robinson opens up on his status

Jake Reuseby:Jake Reuse•02/01/23•

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Alabama is bringing multiple 2023 tight ends this weekend, including five-star Duce Robinson. (Chad Simmons/On3)

While many were eagerly awaiting the decision of five-star tight end Duce Robinson, the nation’s top player at the position, it’s clear that the senior is torn between two loves — football and baseball.

On Wednesday, he provided some clarity to his thought process and hesitance to make an official decision.

It centers largely on his potential future based upon the MLB draft.

“It’s definitely a goal,” Robinson said during an appearance on ESPN’s Signing Day Special. “We wanted to hopefully get drafted and then have to make a decision from there. I want to play college football, but obviously it plays a role. If I can get drafted pretty highly, it’ll definitely play a role in my decision.”

And while Georgia is considered to be the favorite per the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine, Southern California has regains steam as a contender for his services, as well.

The standout offensive threat made it clear he’s reached no conclusions as to his collegiate home.

“To be honest, we’re just not sure where we want to go yet,” Robinson said. “It’s been a long process and fun process, but I don’t have that conviction. When I make my decision, I want to be at peace with it and be pretty convicted and not go anywhere. I want to there for three years or maybe more.”

When the time comes, however, he knows what will be the determining factor — maximization of his skillset and who can best fulfill that.

“I want to go somewhere I fit the scheme,” Robinson said. “I feel like I’m a pretty unique player in what I bring to the table, so I want to go somewhere I feel like I’ll be used to my full potential.”

Duce Robinson ranks as the nation’s No. 23 overall prospect in the 2023 On3 Consensus.

On3 Scouting Report on Duce Robinson

“Jumbo athlete with a large catch radius who looks like one of the better tight end prospects over the last few recruiting cycles. Has outstanding statue and length at over 6-foot-6 and 230 pounds with a 6-foot-10 wingspan. Plays and moves like a receiver at that size. A smooth, fluid mover who showed continued improvement in top-end play speed as a junior, running away from defensive backs. Has one of the largest catch radiuses in the 2023 cycle and consistently wins in contested situations. Was the top pass-catcher at the Opening Finals prior to his junior season and created a considerable mismatch over the middle of the field. Turned in a very productive junior season with close to 1,000 receiving yards. Has an outstanding multi-sport profile as one of the nation’s top baseball prospects and also plays basketball. Will need to continue getting stronger to aid in blocking, but has the look of an elite tight end prospect with five-star upside.” – Charles Power, On3 Director of Scouting and Rankings

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