Harvey commits: I want to help UM to national championship

Vero Beach (Fla.) High School DE Jahfari Harvey was leaning toward Miami for much of this recruiting process.

And his experience at Miami Nights over this past weekend helped seal the deal.

Harvey has announced he’s a Miami Hurricanes commitment.

“I've made up my mind,” Harvey said. "I love the intensity and attitude they had when I've watched practice, love the culture there.

“The program can be great, just needs the right pieces.”

Now he’s one of those pieces.

Harvey says Miami coaches Mark Richt, Manny Diaz and Jess Simpson pushed hard to land him.

“They talk with me about how well I fit into their scheme, how I play with my hair on fire, that I have a high motor,” Harvey said. "I talk to the entire coaching staff a lot. They're all great."

Harvey actually committed to UM coaches on Tuesday but didn't make it public until this evening.

"They were excited, fired up," Harvery said.

Asked if he still might take some visits, Harvey said, “I’m not too sure.”

His goals as a Cane?

“I want to be the best I can be, help Miami win and get a national championship,” Harvey said.

CaneSport's take

Harvey is a prospect on the rise, and he's an excellent talent with great athleticism for his size. He can be developed into a great one at the next level.