Alabama continued its recruiting success for the 2023 class, as four-star offensive sort out Olaus Alinen introduced his dedication to the Crimson Tide dwell Friday on CBS Sports HQ. Alinen selected the Alabama and coach Nick Saban over a finalist listing that included Miami, Georgia, Oregon and Ohio State. The 6-foot-6, 315-pound senior from Loomis Chaffee School is the No. 118 total prospect and No. 17 offensive sort out within the Top247 rankings, as well as to being the No. 1 recruit within the state of Connecticut.
Alinen’s father, Klaus Alinen, additionally has football expertise, having attended a number of NFL camps and enjoying in NFL Europe. Alinen moved to the United State from Finland prior to his junior season.
Described as “forceful with initial punch” by 247Sports nationwide recruiting analyst Brian Dohn, Alinen is thought to play aggressively whereas staying engaged on blocks. For now, Alinen has mid-round NFL draft potential however might enhance his inventory by his school profession. Here’s his scouting report beneath:
Tough for defenders to disengage. Sinks hips and uncoils properly when participating defender. Is according to hand placement and is fast to place inside on defenders. Shows foot velocity and is technically sound with steps when pulling. Has physique management to block at second degree in house. Is fast to scrape and get to linebackers. Solid in go professional due to his size and skill to transfer laterally however has to work on kick step. Is in a position to mirror however generally reaches slightly than staying affected person in base. Has to ensure that he retains dimension in test. Multi-year starter at high-level school program.
Alabama continues on recruiting a roll, as Alinen turns into the 14th addition to their 2023 class. His dedication vaults the Tide into the highest 10 of the 247Sports group recruiting rankings.
