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Nebraska flips big-time defender Dawson Merritt from Alabama

Nebraska Flips Big-Time Defender Dawson Merritt from Alabama

Lincoln, NE –

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have landed a commitment from one of the top defensive prospects in the country, Dawson Merritt, a four-star defensive lineman from IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Merritt had previously been committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide, but he flipped his commitment to Nebraska on Wednesday.

Merritt is a 6-foot-3, 285-pound defensive tackle who is ranked as the No. 5 defensive tackle in the country and the No. 47 overall prospect in the 2024 class by 247Sports.

Merritt is a physically imposing player with a strong frame and good athleticism. He is a disruptive force in the middle of the defensive line, and he has a knack for making tackles in the backfield. Merritt is also a good pass rusher, and he has the potential to be a dominant player at the college level.

Merritt's commitment is a big win for Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule.

The Cornhuskers are in the midst of a rebuilding project, and Merritt is one of the most talented players to commit to Nebraska in recent years. Merritt is a player who can make an immediate impact on the field, and he has the potential to be one of the best defensive players in the Big Ten Conference.

Merritt's commitment is also a sign that Nebraska is on the rise.

The Cornhuskers have struggled in recent years, but Rhule is bringing in a new era of excitement to Lincoln. Merritt is just one of several talented players who have committed to Nebraska in recent months, and the Cornhuskers are poised to make a return to prominence in the Big Ten.