Recruit Breakdown: Amari Wallce

The Miami Hurricanes football program just landed the commitment of Amari Wallace, one of the top safeties in the nation from Miami Central. Standing at 5’11” and weighing 180 pounds, Wallace is a supremely talented athlete with quick-twitch abilities, confidence, and exceptional cover skills. His ability to cover the best wide receivers like a blanket and his dynamic defensive skill make him a huge get for head coach Mario Cristobal and the Canes.

Wallace has been a standout player since his freshman year at Miami Central. As an instinctive half-field safety, Wallace has showcased his range and playmaking abilities consistently. His quick trigger and ability to cover vast amounts of ground with sharp angles and adequate burst have made him a defensive force.

Wallace also has the ability to play man-coverage from his deep posting position and his cat like reflexes allows him to quickly take away throwing lanes, becoming a nightmare for quarterbacks and defensive coordinators. Furthermore, his impact on special teams, including blocking multiple kicks and punts over the years, highlights his versatility and value as a defensive weapon.

Wallace’s impact on the field is clear from his sophomore and junior seasons. As a sophomore, he started for a Miami Central squad that went 14-0 and won the Florida 2M title, totaling 44 tackles, 10 pass breakups, and two interceptions while blocking a pair of punts. In his junior season, Wallace recorded 28 tackles, three interceptions, six pass deflections, and a forced fumble.

Wallace had a ton of offers, boasting 28 offers from some of the most big-time football programs in the country, including Alabama, LSU, Florida, Louisville, and Penn State. His decision to join the Canes over these powerhouse programs is a coup for head man Mario Cristobal, who has zeroed in on building a fence around Central High from the moment he stepped in Miami.

Amari Wallace’s commitment is part of a broader trend for the Canes, who are currently securing high-profile commitments and are expected to continue adding top-tier blue-chip talent in the coming weeks. Wallace’s addition strengthens the Hurricanes’ defensive backfield for the 2025 class and ignites Miami’s momentum to secure more blue-chip talent. With a successful season, the Canes have a realistic chance of achieving a top-five recruiting class, potentially even breaking into the top three. Wallace is the first key domino to set this process in motion.

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