Rookie number 1 in the class of 2024 is Chandler (Ariz.) quarterback Dylan Raiola. He looked set to play for Ryan Day at Ohio State. However, Raiola decommitted from the Buckeyes one month ago. Now it’s anyone’s guess where he’ll end up playing his college ball.
According to Raiola’s father Dominic, Dillon’s recruitment is ‘wide open’ of Steve Wiltfong on 247 Sports.
However, there are some rumors that contenders to get Raiola’s commitment. That list includes Nebraska, where new head coach Matt Rhule is reportedly made an impression on Raiola and his family. The Cornhuskers also have the inside track as their offensive line coach is Dillon’s uncle.
Ruhl is one of several coaches who have recently visited Raiola in Chandler. Other schools that have sent delegations include Michigan (who sent coach Jim Harbaugh), Oklahoma, USC and Arizona State, on 247 Sports. He also has family ties to TCU and has taken official visits to Baylor, Florida State, Clemson, Oklahoma and Texas, among others.
According to Chad Simmons at On3, Georgia, Oregon and USC are the main contenders to watch. Raiola raised some eyebrows after praising the Bulldogs following their second straight national championship — calling Georgia “cream of the crop” in college football.
Whichever school Raiola goes to will get a rare talent at the game’s most important position. He is one of a handful of all-time rookies have a perfect composite score.
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