Edwin Spillman Cuts Recruitment Down To Six
The Vols have been actively recruiting 2024 inside linebacker Edwin Spillman for years. They signed his older brother, wide receiver Nate Spillman, in the 2023 cycle, establishing a strong connection with the younger Spillman. Edwin is a four-star inside linebacker who plays for Lipscomb Academy, one of the top programs in Tennessee.
He released his top six schools on Thursday afternoon. The list included Tennessee, Ohio State, Georgia, UAB, Oklahoma, and Florida State. Spillman has deep ties to each program on the list, but the top contenders seem to be Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida State.
Edwin Spillman, 2024 ILB
Spillman's aggressive nature is the No. 1 thing that jumps off the tape. He lays the lumber every time he meets the ball carrier, often entering jarring collisions that are technically sound from a tackling standpoint. However, his violence transcends big hits. Spillman is a step ahead of everyone, ready to make a play and make his presence known. He routinely covers ground quicker than anyone because of his willingness to attack.
Lipscomb Academy won two consecutive state championships and finished top 15 nationally in 2022. You don't do that without smart football players commanding your enterprise. Spillman is the quarterback of his defense, calling out plays and redirecting teammates to the correct spot. Several highlights begin with him communicating the play call with confused teammates, an encouraging sign for a high school junior. He will likely assume a larger leadership role in his senior season, another step in the right direction.
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