2024 EDGE Target Comes Off The Board For The Gamecocks

2024 four-star EDGE defender, Booker Pickett Jr, chooses Miami over South Carolina's Football program and other options.

In a recent turn of events, highly sought-after four-star EDGE recruit Booker Pickett Jr. has made a significant decision that affects the Gamecocks 2024 recruiting board. Pickett committed to the University of Miami on Thursday night, passing up the opportunity to play for the South Carolina Gamecocks and other potential suitors.

This decision was not without its share of twists and turns. Just last week, Pickett had expressed his intentions to take an official visit to South Carolina for their pivotal game against Florida. The Gamecocks' coaching staff eagerly anticipated his visit, hoping to sway him toward joining their class. However, Pickett later announced that he would no longer make the trip, leaving the Gamecocks uncertain of his future moves.

One intriguing aspect of Pickett's recruitment was the idea of him teaming up with five-star EDGE commit Dylan Stewart, a prospect the Gamecocks have secured. This dynamic duo of defensive talent pairing up could have been a game-changer for South Carolina.

2024 five-star EDGE commit Dylan Stewart visiting for the Florida game (14th Oct., 2023) / Fisher Brewer

While the Gamecocks may be disappointed by Pickett's choice, they are not giving up on their recruiting efforts at this position. They continue to pursue fellow 2024 edge rusher Kameryn Fountain, a Southern Cal. commit who remains on their radar. Additionally, the Gamecocks are actively working on securing an official visit (OV) from four-star EDGE prospect Ernest Willor Jr.

The recruitment process is a dynamic and ever-evolving aspect of college football, with players making decisions that can profoundly impact the teams they choose and, subsequently, those they don't choose. As South Carolina moves forward, they remain committed to building a solid roster and securing the future of their program, one recruit at a time.

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