In-state 4-star favors South Carolina ahead of upcoming decision

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South Carolina in-state 4-star defensive lineman Xzavier McLeod recently revealed his top four schools, with the Gamecocks in the lead.
McLeod has been a key target for South Carolina for some time, and has visited the school multiple times in the past.
The Gamecocks are hoping to add McLeod to a recruiting class that already includes several other highly-rated prospects.

His commitment could be a big one for South Carolina

In-state 4-star defensive lineman Xzavier McLeod is set to announce his college decision on July 18, and the Gamecocks are currently in the lead to land his commitment. McLeod is a 6-foot-4, 290-pound defensive tackle from Chapin, South Carolina. He is ranked as the No. 11 player in the state of South Carolina and the No. 31 defensive tackle in the country by 247Sports. McLeod has been a key target for South Carolina for some time, and he has visited the school multiple times in the past. He has also built a strong relationship with the Gamecocks' coaching staff, led by head coach Shane Beamer. The Gamecocks are hoping to add McLeod to a recruiting class that already includes several other highly-rated prospects. The Gamecocks have already signed the No. 1 player in the state of South Carolina, quarterback Cade Klubnik, and they are also in the running for several other top in-state prospects. If McLeod commits to South Carolina, it would be a big win for the Gamecocks. McLeod is one of the best defensive lineman in the country, and he would be a major addition to the Gamecocks' defense.