Vanderbilt beats Tennessee, Georgia for 4-star LB in 2027 Class
By Ethan Stone
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Vanderbilt football has more momentum than ever, and the Commodores are seeing their success on the football field translate to the recruiting trail.
Omarii Sanders, who hails from Nashville, Tennessee, committed to Vanderbilt on Saturday, choosing the Commodores over the likes of Tennessee, Georgia and Texas A&M, among many others.
Sanders is the 2nd commitment in the Class of 2027 for the Commodores, joining 3-star QB Luke Babin. Obviously, this is a massive early commitment for Vanderbilt; Sanders is rated higher by 247Sports than any commitment in Vandy’s Class of 2026.
Sanders is considered by 247Sports to be the No. 47 overall prospect in the Class of 2027, as well as the No. 2 linebacker and No. 4 player out of the state of Tennessee. The 6-4, 210-pound linebacker attends Franklin Road Academy and also plays basketball.
The timing of this commitment is notable, too. Sanders chose the Commodores over fellow in-state program Tennessee, which will face off against Vanderbilt tonight in what will be biggest game in the rivalry’s recent history. Vanderbilt is still hoping to snag a spot in the College Football Playoff while Josh Heupel and the Vols look to spoil Vanderbilt’s incredible season.
Looking to bet on today’s Volunteer State matchup? Check out some of the best TN sports betting apps such as BetMGM, which currently lists the Vols as -2.5 favorites.
Ethan Stone is a Tennessee graduate and loves all things college football and college basketball. Firm believer in fouling while up 3.
