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5-Star DE Prospect Dylan Brooks Commits to Tennessee over Alabama, Auburn

Credit: Jason Caldwell, 247Sports

Dylan Brooks, a 5-star defensive end, committed to Tennessee.

He announced his decision Sunday on Twitter:

Brooks was highly touted and received 29 offers. He was recruited by top-tier programs such as Alabama, Auburn LSU, Oklahoma, Florida, Florida State and Oregon. According to 247Sports, the Handley High School (Roanoke, Alabama) product ranks first among Alabama 2021 football recruits, second among 2021 weak-side defensive ends and 26th overall in the 2021 class.

Brooks visited Alabama in Sept. 2019 and LSU in Oct. 2019 and came away impressed with both programs:

However, Tennessee won out in the end.