Finding a lockdown corner is critical when building a championship roster. Miami got a signing from a local talent with the potential to be that on the college level. Four-star corner Chris Ewald Jr. signed with Miami on Wednesday after committing to the Canes last June.

Ewald chose the Hurricanes over Michigan, Georgia, and Louisville. Ewald was previously committed to the Wolverines.

Miami continues to build on the pipeline from local powerhouse Chaminade-Madonna with the signing of Ewald. Last season, Miami signed players from the High school prep school (Zaquan Patterson and Jo Jo Trader).

Miami desperately needs shutdown cornerbacks, and Ewald adds quality depth to the position. He would need to put on some weight, but his ceiling is through the roof, as he is technically sound.

"The program is changing and is going back to the tradition of Hurricane football," Ewald said. "I just feel like it's the best fit for me to help me improve and go to where I want to be at in the future."

Ewald has 48 career pass deflections since playing as a freshman, seven interceptions, and 135 tackles.

Ewald sticks to receivers like glue and focuses on the football when in the air. He has a similar frame to L' Jarius Sneed and has the big play potential to make it to the next level.

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