Several of Miami’s top 2026 targets have scheduled decision days in early July, making this stretch pivotal for Mario Cristobal’s 2026 class. Six high-upside recruits are under the spotlight through July 13 :
Bryce Perry‑Wright (DE)
Comes off an Auburn offer, with his decision set for July 4 at 5 PM EDT.
Clemson holds the 247Sports crystal ball, while On3 favors Texas A&M (86.3%) .
Nolan Wilson (DE)
Also reveals his choice on July 4 (time unconfirmed).
Alabama leads the projections, with a 91.8% chance per On3 .
Prince Williams (EDGE)
Decision day is July 4 at 4 PM EDT, broadcast from Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas.
Miami is at 69.8% per On3—if he commits, he’d be Miami’s second edge rusher in the class after Asharri Charles .
Calvin Russell (WR)
From powerhouse Miami Northwestern, Russell’s hi‑def profile includes a commitment scheduled July 5 at 9 PM EDT.
His top five: FSU, Michigan (71.9% lead), Oregon, Syracuse .
Heze Kent (OT/TE)
Announces on July 12.
While Florida is heavy favorite (90.3% per On3), Gaby Urrutia (Inside the U) logs the lone crystal ball for Miami .
Blake Stewart (S)
Also picks on July 13.
Clemson dominates projections (92.5%), despite Stewart taking five visits—including to Miami .
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📊 Context & Implications
Miami’s 2026 class currently ranks 19th nationally (247Composite) and 2nd in the ACC, with 18–19 commits .
Five notable flips have already landed, highlighting Cristobal’s aggressive strategy .
The upcoming July decisions will be key to bolstering front seven depth (Perry‑Wright, Wilson, Williams, Kent, Stewart) and adding explosive playmaking at WR (Russell).
Miami has built strong momentum—already flipping 5 recruits from other power programs—and is looking to sustain that through July. If just a couple of these key targets land, Cristobal could