Clemson lost a commitment from 4-star offensive tackle Zechariah Owens on Thursday morning, according to multiple reports.

Owens told reporters with 247Sports and On3 that he is re-opening his recruitment.

“The reason why I decommitted was for my family’s sake,” Owens told On3. I have nothing against Clemson at all. I just want to be near and close to my family where ever they go and stick beside them I chose Clemson at first because of the family atmosphere. I’ve had to put my own before that. I’m sorry if I let any fans or supporters down. Thank you for being beside me and I hope you all support my decision.”

Owens is from McDonough, Georgia. He is a big loss for Clemsons’ 2023 recruiting class.

Owens is ranked No. 191 overall and No. 18 nationally, according to 247Sports Composite rankings. He had been committed to Clemson since July 5.

Clemson is now down to 2 offensive line commits in this class: 4-star Harris Sewell and 4-star Ian Reed. The Tigers will likely look to add to that list before the Early Signing Period in December.