NC State commitment analysis: 3-star cornerback Cam Strong
NC State picked up the first commitment of what could be an extremely busy weekend for the Wolfpack Friday night. Priority three-star cornerback Cam Strong picked the program over a lengthy Power Four offer list.
The Pack held off pushes from West Virginia and Georgia Tech over the past month, maintaining its position as the favorite in his recruitment for most of the year. He looks like an ideal fit for NC State’s secondary thanks to his speed and physicality.
Strong is considered the No. 70 cornerback in the country and is the No. 7 commit of the Pack’s 2025 class.
Who’s left on the cornerback board
NC State secured four public commitments so far this month, and three of those prospects were cornerbacks. Robert Jones III has already reopened his recruitment. Strong was always a take for the Wolfpack, but his recruitment took on even more importance once Jones decommitted Thursday.
Strong and Caden Gordon are both speedy outside cornerbacks and stand above 6-0. NC State went into the summer looking to sign at least two prep prospects at the position.
The Wolfpack hosted four-star safety Jontae Gilbert June 19-21. He moved his commitment up to Aug. 10 Friday and 100 percent remains a priority for NC State. Gilbert would be the headlining member of the class. NC State is recruiting him as a cornerback, but the nation’s No. 131 recruit and Strong are both viewed as prospects who could play multiple spots in the secondary.
Cam Strong likes NC State’s defense
Throughout his recruitment, Strong has pointed out how his high school defense is similar to NC State’s scheme. The Wolfpack plays a ton of man coverage, and that’s his primary responsibility at Anderson (S.C.) T L Hanna High.
In his commitment interview with TheWolfpacker.com, Strong also mentioned how quickly he picked up NC State’s scheme while watching film with the coaching staff. That football IQ shows up on tape. The defensive back reads the offense well and is usually a step ahead of the quarterback.
He clearly fits what NC State looks for in its corners. At 6-1, he has the height to defend taller receivers and play physical football.
Strong also shows off impressive top-end speed on tape and should have no problem keeping up with collegiate receivers. He prides himself on shutting down one side of the field, and that’s what he will be asked to do in Raleigh.
Physicality!!!
To play corner at NC State, you need to love contact. You can’t just like to tackle. Strong clearly does embrace that part of the game, whether he is tracking a receiver down after the catch or helping out in run support. In coverage, he’s not afraid to use his size to his advantage. The cornerback sheds wide receiver blocks with ease and embraces his role as a tackler.
Strong’s junior season film
Class of 2025 Commitment Timeline
June 27, 2023 — On3 Industry three-star quarterback Will Wilson, Columbia (S.C.) Richland NortheastAug. 12, 2023 — On3 Industry three-star tight end Gus Ritchey, Cary (N.C.) HighMarch 22, 2024 — On3 Industry three-star defensive lineman Colby Cronk, Palm Coast (Fla.) Flagler Palm Coast HighMay 4, 2024 — On3 Industry three-star safety Tristan Teasdell, Leesburg (Va.) Tuscarora HighJune 9, 2024— On3 Industry three-star wide receiver Jamar Browder, Lake Worth (Fla.) Santaluces Community HighJune 11, 2024— On3 Industry three-star cornerback Caden Gordon, Lake Worth (Fla.) Santaluces Community HighJune 21, 2024— On3 Industry three-star cornerback Cam Strong, Anderson (S.C.) T L Hanna High
Commits By Position
Quarterback — 1Running back — 0Wide receiver — 1Tight end — 1Offensive line — 0Defensive line — 1Linebacker — 0Nickel — 0Safety — 1Cornerback — 2
Commits By State
North Carolina — 1South Carolina — 2Florida — 3Virginia — 1
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