Cincinnati Football: Bearcats among finalists for 2025 4-star Mark Zackery IV

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Indianapolis native and 2025 4-star cornerback Mark Zackery IV placed the Cincinnati Bearcats among his list of four finalists in late February!

Notre Dame is projected to land a commitment by Zackery but Cincinnati, Florida and Michigan remain in serious contention to add him as well.

The Ben Davis High School product would be a huge addition for the Bearcats upcoming class with his commitment scheduled for May 25!

Zackery is the highest rated 2025 recruit from the state of Indiana and 7th ranked cornerback in the 2025 class according to 247 Sports.

Cincinnati Football: Bearcats among finalists for 2025 4-star Mark Zackery IV

Alabama product and 2025 3-star wide receiver prospect Tristan Norman placed the Bearcats on his list of potential destinations a month ago!

Cincinnati is being considered by Norman along with several notable schools including Arkansas, Auburn, Georgia, Texas A&M and Vanderbilt.

The Carver High School prospect is the 21st ranked recruit from Alabama and 64th rated wide receiver in the country per 247 Sports.

Stay tuned for the latest recruiting updates and transfer portal rumors as the Bearcats coaching staff continues to put together the 2025 class!

Cincinnati Bearcats 2025 recruiting class commits

Erik Gayle (3-star DE)

Zion Johnson (3-star RB)

Jermaine Jones (3-star CB)

Zebulin Kinsey (3-star QB)

Benny Patterson (3-star DL)

Kamaurri Smith (3-star WR)

Patrick Williams (3-star CB)

Kolin Wilson (3-star RB)

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