Aydin Breland, nation's No. 1 uncommitted prospect, sets commitment date

There are only three uncommitted five-star prospects remaining in the class of 2024.

But not for much longer.

On Friday, Mater Dei (California) five-star defender Aydin Breland, the nation's No. 6 overall prospect and No. 2 defensive lineman, set an October 14 commitment date.

So, who's the favorite? 

The 6-foot-5, 290-pound versatile defensive lineman took June official visits to all three of his finalists, along with Texas A&M.

However, Breland's three remaining suitors have appeared to be in front for some time, culminating with his announcement of his top three earlier this month.

Throughout the summer, Oregon was viewed as the quiet leader, but Georgia and Miami have always been lurking - with the Bulldogs emerging as the possible team-to-beat following a recent visit to Athens. 

Still, Breland's commitment is going to be a tough one to comfortably call until he makes it official. 

What will the school that lands the Mater Dei star be getting?

Here's what 247Sports had to say about Breland, in part, in its scouting report: 

"Possesses an outstanding multi-sport profile with huge discus throws. ...Heavy-handed force reflects that close-quarters explosiveness. Stacks and sheds overmatched offensive linemen to create negative plays. ...Flashes knock-back power and throw-around strength at the point of attack. Absolute terror if mistakenly left unblocked. Broad pursuit range with the chase-down juice of a much smaller defender. ...Instinctively anticipates blockers' angles to create pursuit leverage and redirect. Speaking of, changes direction startlingly well for a 6-5, 290-pounder. Gets on top of O-linemen quickly and periodically displays secondary rush nuance when the first move doesn't free him up. Plays bully ball and brings an edge. ...Sometimes compromises tackling technique / consistency. Arrives high at times and occasionally takes chances for flash plays. Production increased sophomore to junior year, but counting stats have not yet reflected those of similarly-rated elite D-linemen in recent years." 

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