Will the Miami Hurricanes Flip Five-Star Recruit Since Decommitment?

MIAMI, Fla. – After the Miami Hurricanes' daunting 31-24 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday night, some recent news was shared that led the weekend to not feel like complete turmoil.

Five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews has decommitted from Texas A&M, as reported on Sunday, following the Aggies' 17-9 loss to South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia (SC). The Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) native currently attends St. Thomas Aquinas High School, a private institution located in Broward County. Matthew is part of the 2027 recruiting cycle and ranked among the elites:

- Nationally: No. 3

- Offensive Tackles: No. 1

- Florida: No. 1

Data by 247Sports Composite

Matthews initially committed to Texas A&M on May 15, despite the Hurricanes being among the four finalists, alongside Georgia and LSU. He made several visits to Coral Gables and the last was logged on March 5. Even with the opportunity to play close to home, it wasn't enough to stop Matthew from eyeing the College Station (TX) program.

However, what has transpired since the start of this college football season has likely changed things in perspective.

In nine games, the Aggies are 4-5, 1-5 against Southeastern Conference opponents. Quarterback Marcel Reed has completed 151 of 265 passes (57 percent) while throwing for 1,641 yards and eight touchdowns with eight interceptions.

Matthews wouldn't be the only former Texas A&M commit to flip to "The U." Following the Hurricanes' 43-35 double-overtime win over the Florida State Seminoles at Hard Rock Stadium on Oct. 17, three-star linebacker Aston Whiteside made the decision to swap pledges. He was in attendance for all the action.

Following Sunday's recruit-breaking news, the Hurricanes' 2027 recruiting class was propelled to the top of the national rankings. The group of 21 high school talents consists of six five-stars, including wide receiver Brysen Wright, who was the latest to join.

The Hurricanes could create further separation if Matthews decides that moving to South Florida is the right choice. He has a month before December's National Signing Day. Matthews received over 30 Power Four scholarship offers and likely around the same in N.I.L deals.

After landing an elite five-star offensive tackle in last year's recruiting class, an opportunity for repeated success presents itself.

The Hurricanes have reportedly stayed in close contact with Matthews, even when pledged to Texas A&M. Maintaining the relationship could soon be proven to pay off. Even Zach Blostein, 247's State of Florida Recruiting Reporter, predicts the Hurricanes to land Matthew's pledge.

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