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COMMITMENT: Defensive tackle Ben Smiley chooses the Cavaliers

The good news keeps rolling in, Hoos. Before the euphoria of upsetting No. 16 Miami could even wear off, highly coveted defensive tackle Ben Smiley announced his commitment to the Cavaliers.

He was in attendance for Saturday night’s upset win over the Canes, and the experience impacted his decision, telling Adam Friedman of Rivals, “Being up there last night and seeing the way the players played hard, fast, and physical each and every snap and beating a good team like Miami played a big role. It really shocked me and made me see myself playing on the same field and doing the same thing they’re doing.