Why do you think they will redshirt this 6ft11 300lb beast? He is ranked in the 40s isn't he? I can't find him on ESPN, but I thought I read he was decently ranked? Looks like maybe that's Omar, another center coming to FL ranked 41st. I read stories by FL writers while looking for info on Blackshear and they said they expect this kid to come in and contribute immediately. They also talked about the return of Gak and the excitement around it. Just FL articles I stumbled onto while looking for info on Blackshear. I can see if I can find them again I guess.
edit: Plus I just checked and FL has the ESPN 41st ranked player Omar Payne coming in listed as a 6ft9 210lb center also.
Jitoboh, a 6-foot-11, 300-pound center from Nigeria, might be the most impactful player among the three signees. During White’s four seasons as UF head coach, the inside game has struggled due to injuries and lack of development.
Jitoboh played this past season at Hamilton Heights Christian Academy in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he helped lead his team to a 34-4 overall record and a top-25 finish in MaxPreps’ national rankings at 25. He also averaged 10.1 points and 5.6 rebounds on the Nike EYBL circuit last summer.
Jitoboh’s size is something White hasn’t been able to properly develop during his tenure at Florida. Look for Al Pinkins to help mold Jitoboh into a force under the basket.