2017 National Signing Day: 10 Biggest Names to Know

3. LaBryan Ray, 5-star SDE (Madison, AL)

LaBryan Ray is another highly rated five-star prospect to watch as National Signing Day approaches. Ray is the 26th rated player in the country, first at strong-side defensive end and in the state of Alabama.

The Madison, Alabama native recorded 124 total tackles, 25 tackles for loss and 13 sacks in his senior season. His teammate, Kryiq McDonald, signed with Alabama and enrolled in January.

At 6-foot-4, 264 pounds, Ray is a name to know as National Signing Day approaches. While Ray is coming his decision mum, early predictions have Alabama acquiring him on February 1. As if their class isn’t strong enough, already, Ray would be the sixth 5-star prospect, according to 247 Sports.

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With four defensive ends leaving due to graduation, there’s plenty of playing time to go around for Ray and others. They have two 4-star strong-side defensive ends already, but on paper, Ray blows them out the water. He took an official visit to Alabama on January 20. Then the following week, the Crimson Tide visited Ray in his hometown of Madison.

Ray took an official visit to Florida on January 27. He’s also taken an official to Tennessee on January 13. But still, the Crimson Tide seem to be heavy favorites to earn Ray’s commitment.