Miami Inks Local Standout Wide Receiver, Nathaniel "Ray Ray" Joseph
When Miami (Fla.) Edison wideout Nathaniel "Ray Ray" Joseph decommitted from the Clemson Tigers, it was only a matter of time before he became a Miami Hurricane. That's been the emphasis for Mario Cristobal and Co.: keeping the top local talent home.
The Hurricanes are getting an instant-impact player in Joseph who is a quality route runner out of the slot, and an electric kick and punt returner. Miami doesn't have an immediate need for a slot receiver as they return Brashard Smith and Xavier Restrepo, but it's a good problem to have when there are multiple guys a team can throw into the slot receiver position.
Since Miami lost its main kick returner in wide receiver Key'Shawn Smith to the transfer portal, Joseph figures to be a top candidate to fill that hole.
Joseph is a well-rounded receiver that doesn't just possess speed, route running and good hands out of the slot. Joseph has shown an ability to be effective in jet sweeps and be a good blocker for his size as well.
Joseph joins Miami (Fla.) Palmetto wide receiver Robby Washington as the only two wideouts committed for the Hurricanes in the 2023 class.
Here's a quick scouting report on Joseph:
"Quick-twitch receiver and return man; one of the most explosive athletes in the Sunshine State. Will be a threat to score from screens, short-to-intermediate routes and bombs. Has the ability to separate from top-notch cornerbacks with excellent lateral quickness and juke moves."
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