Palatine High School defensive line prospect Jaylen Williams has announced his top four schools, with Tennessee, Nebraska, Michigan, and Texas A&M making the cut. Ranked as the No. 236 prospect in the class of 2025, Williams is also the No. 29 defensive lineman and the No. 6 player in Illinois according to 247Sports. Standing at 6-foot-6 and weighing 265 pounds, he is a standout athlete on the field with his impressive size and strength.
Williams has scheduled official visits to Tennessee on June 14 and Nebraska on June 21 after having unofficially visited Tennessee for a game against Georgia in November. The Vols extended a scholarship offer to Williams on March 10, 2023. Currently, they have already secured commitments from ten players in their 2025 recruiting class, including quarterback George MacIntyre, defensive lineman Ethan Utley, tight end Jack Van Dorseiaer, cornerback Dylan Lewis, running back Justin Baker, wide receiver Joakim Dodson, cornerback Tyler Redmond, safety Sidney Walton, wide receiver Radarious Jackson and offensive lineman Antoni Kade Ogumoro.
With such an impressive list of committed players already on board for the Vols’ Class of ’25 recruiting efforts are well underway. With Williams’ talent and commitment to Tennessee’s program could be a valuable asset to their defense for years to come.
