Boston College Lands Commitment From ATH Cole Batson

The Eagles landed a solid hybrid out of California today, their 19th commit of the class

Author:
A.J. Black
Publish date:
Aug 22, 2020 3:15 PM EDT

Boston College added to their 2021 recruiting class today, with the addition of Cole Batson, a LB/S hybrid out of San Clemente (CA). The rising senior went to Twitter to announce his commitment.

Batson, a three star on 247sports, was previously committed to Arizona, but recently decommitted. Boston College was originally in his final grouping when he chose the Wildcats. He also held offers from Maryland, Washington State, Air Force, Colorado State, New Mexico and San Diego State. He was also selected to the SI All American Top 1000 team earlier this year.

The newest addition to the Eagles looks to fill the viper, or linebacker/hybrid role in Jeff Hafley's defense. At 6'4 190 pounds, he is a tweener that will be able to move up to play more of a typical linebacker role, but still quick enough to go back into coverage and cover wide receivers or tight ends in space. This versatile role was important in Hafley's scheme at Ohio State. Watching his film, his play is impressive, a good physical athlete who has the speed and physicality to play all over the field. He will be the perfect fit for that hybrid role.

Batson is the 19th commit for the upcoming class. He is the fifth defensive back to join the class that also includes Jalen Cheek of New Jersey, Shawn Gates of Ohio, Clinton Burton of Maryland and Jalon Williams of Texas. He is the first recruit from the state of California to commit to the class.