4-star LB Wesley Bissainthe commits to Miami over Florida State, other top programs

Miami’s recruiting class got a big boost on Saturday afternoon.

The Hurricanes added a commitment from 4-star linebacker Wesley Bissainthe, who announced his decision on CBS Sports HQ. Bissainthe is Miami’s first commitment since Markeith Williams committed on August 11.

Miami Central 4-star LB Wesley Bissainthe commits to Miami over FSU and Florida. First commit for Miami since August for Miami pic.twitter.com/acJauRwv8L

— Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro) December 4, 2021

Bissainthe is the No. 196 overall player in the class of 2022, according to 247Sports Composite rankings. He’s also rated as the No. 20 linebacker in the country.

He chose the Hurricanes over offers from programs like Florida State, Penn State and West Virginia.

His commitment bumps Miami up to nine commitments this cycle. The class ranks No. 56 nationally and No. 10 in the ACC, per 247Sports Composite rankings.

Bissainthe’s choice comes as Miami’s head coaching situation is in doubt. The Hurricanes are reportedly pursuing Oregon coach Mario Cristobal, but they haven’t yet parted ways with coach Manny Diaz. Miami is also reportedly trying to hire Clemson athletic director Dan Radakovich.

The Early Signing Period begins on Dec. 15.