Penn State offers 4-star DL Justin Scott
Chicago St. Ignatius four-star defensive lineman Justin Scott has earned an offer from Penn State.
Scott is the No. 17 overall recruit in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.
The 2024 On300 ranking has Scott ranked slightly higher as the No. 16 prospect in the class. He is the second-ranked defensive lineman behind Lee’s Summit (Mo.) Lee’s Summit North four-star defensive lineman Williams Nwaneri.
He currently has an On3 NIL Valuation of $111k. The On3 NIL Valuation is an index that looks to set the standard market value for both high school and college-level athletes. The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.
Justin Scott Scouting Summary
Naturally-gifted defensive tackle with rare movement skills at 6-foot-5, 310 pounds. One of the more unique jumbo athletes early on in the 2024 cycle. A twitchy, explosive athlete who runs like a much smaller player. Chases down plays from the back side and runs sideline-to-sideline with ease. A loose, fluid mover with natural flexibility. Shows his natural explosion as a finisher. New to football, playing his first season at the varsity level as a sophomore. Has a background as a soccer and basketball player. Will need to continue developing from a technical aspect, particularly with his hands. Rapid ascension and quick improvement point to a high ceiling.