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Miami Secures Commitment From Four-Star Defensive Lineman Demarco Jenkins

Jenkins said position coach Damione Lewis’s passion and Miami’s aggressive four-man front convinced him to join and the pick strengthens the Hurricanes’ 2027 class.

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes mascot Sebastian the Ibis leads the team onto the field before the CFP National Championship college football game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The University of Miami announced the commitment of four-star defensive lineman Demarco Jenkins from Pearland High School in Texas following an official visit.
  • Jenkins told Rivals that his official visit “went great” and that he felt welcomed by the coaching staff during the weekend on campus.
  • He specifically praised position coach Damione Lewis for showing clear passion to coach him and cited Miami’s aggressive four-man front as a strong schematic fit coming from a 3:3 stack background.
  • Rivals ranks Jenkins as the No. 41 defensive lineman nationally, No. 378 overall in the 2027 cycle, and No. 48 among Texas prospects.
  • The commitment bolsters Miami’s targeted recruiting push in Texas and adds momentum to Mario Cristobal’s effort to build a deep 2027 class that fits the Hurricanes’ defensive scheme.