Key SMU target Speedy Nettles decommits from Purdue
2024 Dallas Christian (Tex.) defensive back William Nettles, a longtime SMU target, decommitted from Purdue, he told On3 on Tuesday. Nettles picked the Boilermakers back in the summer over Nebraska and the Mustangs.
“After praying and giving it some time and after sitting down with my family to make sure I’m coming up with the best decision for my future,” Nettles said. “Unfortunately with that being said, I have decided to De-Commit from the University of Purdue.
“I would like to say thank you Coach Carter, Coach Walters, Coach Kane and the entire football staff for the way you have recruited me and my family and respect us throughout this process everything was first class. I wish the University and the coaching staff nothing but success in the future.”
SMU was first to offer the DFW area standout, but couldn’t land him when it came to his decision this summer. Now he’s got one question to be answered and the Mustangs hope they’re the answer again.
“As for now, where is home?,” he said.
SMU pass game coordinator Rickey Hunley has kept up the press on Nettles, hoping to add him to a cornerback group that includes Cedar Hill (Tex.) defensive back Alexander Rodgers.
On3 rates William Nettles as an 88, making him the No. 60 overall cornerback in the nation and No. 93 overall prospect in Texas. According to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies, he’s the No. 88 overall cornerback in the country and No. 139 prospect in Texas.
The NCAA Transfer Portal window opens Dec. 4 and the early signing period begins Dec. 20. SMU is working on a strong finish to the 2024 high school class with eyes for another strong transfer haul as well.
