I just got off the phone with Jibreel Black, previously IU's top recruit who confirmed that he did indeed switch his commitment to Cincinnati.
Black, whose brother Larry starts at defensive tackle for the Hoosiers, is rated a four-star recruit according to Scout.com and a three-star recruit according to Rivals.com.
What went into the decision to switch from IU to Cincinnati?
I have been thinking about the decision for the past two weeks. I just really wanted to do something that was in my heart from the start and that was to attend the University of Cincinnati.
What other schools were you originally considering?
I was looking at Indiana, Cincinnati, Michigan, Michigan State and Kentucky.
How much did the success of both programs this season play a part in the decision?
That kind of played a part. I would be lying to tell you it didn't. The past is what you have as an indicator of the future.
I told Coach Lynch I was thankful for everything he did for me, but I think I will have a better opportunity at the University of Cincinnati right now than I do at IU.
Follow the jump for more thoughts on the decision.
Did you speak with your brother Larry (current starting defensive tackle for IU) before making the choice?
I talked to him to let him know. He said, 'do what is best for you. Whatever fits you, do it.' I did what I felt was best for me.
In years past, many of the top football recruits in the Cincinnati area have gone to schools such as Ohio State and Notre Dame. What does it mean to you to stay in your hometown?
It kind of starts a new thing that top Cincinnati players are going to go to UC. I would be lying to say that it didn't play a big role.
