Oct 10, 2020; Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
In his one season with the Miami Hurricanes defensive end, Jaelan Phillips was finally able to overcome injuries and live up to his ranking as the top player in the 2017 recruiting class. Phillips had 45 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss and 8.0 sacks in his one season with Miami. Phillips was selected 18th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.
After being drafted by the Dolphins, Phillips will not have to go far to continue his football career. Phillips was the first defensive lineman selected in the 2021 NFL Draft.