Miami is getting defensive line help in the transfer of Simeon Barrow to Michigan State

The Miami Hurricanes made a major signing to strengthen their defensive interior with Simeon Barrow Jr. from Michigan State. The three-star transfer comes to the ‘Canes after three seasons in East Lansing, according to 247Sports. The 6-foot-1, 300-pound defensive tackle should make an impact in Coral Gables.

During his three seasons with the Spartans, Barrow produced 110 tackles, 18.5 tackles for loss and 10.5 sacks. In 2023, Barrow had 36 total tackles, 5.5 of which were for loss, plus three sacks. Barrow was a key part of the Spartans’ defensive front, playing in 469 snaps. While 2023 was a good year for Barrow, the Georgia native was more effective in 2022.

The powerful defensive lineman had offers from LSU, Missouri and Florida State, but chose the Hurricanes. Barrow marks Miami’s fifth transfer of the spring season – the first on the defensive line. Barrow will help fill the gaps left by defensive tackles. Jared Harrison-Hunte, who left for SMU, and Thomas Gore, who is in the transfer portal.

Barrow joins a new group of ‘Canes’ along the defensive front. Freshmen Armondo Blount and Artavius ​​Jones could see a role early as run stuffers. Barrow will serve as a mentor and role model for the young ‘Canes in the trenches’.