Jalen Neal , 2* JuCo left tackle from Scottsdale C.C. (AZ), committed and signed with the Boilermakers early today. At 6’8 (or 6’7 depending on the sight) 300 pounds, Neal was recruited to come in and push for the starting spot at left tackle next season. Neal is a late bloomer who played both football and basketball in high school. He entered Scottsdale as a 6’7, 245 pound defensive lineman, and leaves as a massive 6’8 prospect. If nothing else, this speaks to Neal’s work ethic and desire to play football.
Neal chose the Boilermakers after a short lived commitment to San Diego St.