Miami Hurricanes Land First 2025 WR with 4-Star Daylyn Upshaw Commitment

The Miami Hurricanes have secured a significant addition to their 2025 recruiting class with the commitment of four-star wide receiver Daylyn Upshaw. This is an exciting development for the Miami football program, as Upshaw becomes the first wide receiver to commit to the Hurricanes for the 2025 class.

Who is Daylyn Upshaw?

Daylyn Upshaw hails from Phenix City, Alabama, and has made a name for himself as a highly productive wide receiver. According to the 247Sports composite rankings, Upshaw is the 387th overall prospect, the 59th wide receiver, and the 18th player in Alabama. Standing at 5'11" and weighing 175 pounds, Upshaw has demonstrated his prowess on the field with impressive statistics over the past two seasons.

Upshaw recorded 89 receptions for 1,627 yards and 18 touchdowns in his last two high school seasons. His 2023 season was particularly noteworthy, with 59 receptions for 1,185 yards and 15 touchdowns, showcasing his explosive playmaking ability.

The Recruitment Journey

Upshaw's recruitment journey saw him take official visits to Miami, Central Florida, and Florida in June. Ultimately, the Hurricanes won his commitment. Miami's wide receiver coach, Kevin Beard, played a pivotal role in Upshaw's recruitment, building a solid bond with the talented receiver.

Upshaw admired Miami's coaching staff, particularly offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson and coach Kevin Beard. He appreciated their vision for his role in the Miami offense, drawing comparisons to All-ACC wide receiver Xavier Restrepo.

Miami's 2025 Recruiting Class

With Upshaw's commitment, Miami's 2025 recruiting class now boasts 18 members, including ten offensive players and 14 blue-chip prospects. The Hurricanes have commitments for every offensive position, and Upshaw's addition further strengthens their roster.

Miami's recruiting efforts have been impressive, with commitments from highly regarded prospects across various positions. The Hurricanes are aiming for a top-10 recruiting class for the third consecutive year and could potentially challenge for a top-five class in 2025.

Upcoming Commitments

The excitement doesn't stop with Upshaw's commitment. Miami is in contention for several other highly regarded prospects who are set to announce their commitments in the coming days. Five-star cornerback D.J. Pickett, three-star defensive lineman Jarquez Carter, four-star cornerback Jaboree Antoine, three-star defensive lineman Floyd Boucard, and four-star wide receiver Vernell Brown III are all considering Miami.

Building a Strong Future

The addition of Daylyn Upshaw is a testament to Miami's commitment to building a strong future for its football program. Upshaw's versatility and playmaking ability make him a valuable asset for the Hurricanes, and his commitment is a significant step toward achieving their recruiting goals.

As a Miami Hurricanes fan, I enjoy seeing the program continue to attract top talent and build a competitive roster. The future looks bright for Miami football, and Daylyn Upshaw's commitment is a promising sign of what's to come. Now if we could put it all together this year...

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