5-star OT Jordan Seaton takes visit to Tennessee

Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy five-star offensive tackle Jordan Seaton has kept everyone on their toes as he works through his recruitment. The 6-foot-5, 295-pounder was originally scheduled to be in Norman for an official visit at Oklahoma this weekend, but instead he’s made his way to Rocky Top.

Seaton is in Knoxville on an unofficial visit to watch Tennessee take on South Carolina in front of a packed-out Neyland Stadium. It’s his third game visit of the 2023 season, following trips to Alabama and Colorado. He’s scheduled to be in Gainesville to visit Florida next weekend.

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— Matt Ray (@matt_ray_) September 30, 2023

Seaton is the No. 32 overall prospect and No. 2 OT in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No. 5 player in the Sunshine State.

The Volunteers are one of several teams in the mix for On3’s No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2024 class, a list that also includes South Carolina, Ohio State, and more. He doesn’t have a decision date set but will likely take his recruitment to the Early Signing Period in December.

“For me, it is about relationships and development,” Seaton told On3’s Chad Simmons earlier this month. “I will rely on those a lot when it comes time to pick the best school. NIL will play a small part too, and player compensation is something I am looking at, but it is not what I will base my decision on. I need to have that relationship with the coach and the staff and feel good about the environment. That is what is most important.”

Seaton has an On3 NIL Valuation of $178K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the industry’s leading index that sets high school and college athletes’ projected annual value (PAV). 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.

Jordan Seaton Scouting Summary

“Polished offensive tackle who is one of the more battle-tested prospects at the position in the 2024 cycle. Measured at over 6-foot-5, 295 pounds prior to his senior season. Has a big frame and plus length for the position with arm length over 34 inches and a verified 10.75-inch hand. Dropped considerable weight as a junior after previously weighing over 330 pounds. Technically sound and well-rounded from a skill perspective. Looks ahead of the curve in pass protection. Flashes good reactive quickness. Understands pass rush plans and works to neutralize rushers.

… Uses his redirect skills to mirror and quick, strong hands to neutralize at the point of attack. Drops his weight and anchors on contact. Also show some physicality and nastiness as a run blocker. Looks to move much better as a junior with the weight loss. Lined up at left tackle for St. John’s College and faced top competition on a weekly basis. Transferred to IMG Academy for his senior season. Does not have positive athletic markers other than film. Can also continue to improve his ankle flexion. Overall polish and experience against top competition makes him one of the more ready to play offensive linemen in the cycle.”