Kent State's C.J. West could become the latest defensive lineman from Chicago to join the Miami football team, continuing the pipeline from Chicago to Miami via Kent State. West, originally from LaGrange Park in Chicago, has impressive stats with 110 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss, and seven sacks in 39 career games at Kent State. Ranking as the 287th overall transfer and the 30th DL in the 2024 portal, West has one season of eligibility left and has received offers from over 10 schools.

• West has 110 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss, and seven sacks in 39 career games at Kent State.
• Ranked as the 287th overall transfer and the 30th DL in the 2024 portal.

West has only played eight games against Power Conference opponents, which may raise questions about his ability to perform consistently at a higher level.

• Miami is expected to compete for West, adding to its roster of experienced defensive tackles with the recent transfers of C.J. Clark and Marley Cook.
• Jaredd Harrison-Hunte, with 41 games and 24 starts, returns for his fifth season, boosting Miami's defensive line.

If Miami secures West, they could potentially strengthen their defensive line depth and performance, especially against Power Conference opponents.

C.J. West's potential addition to Miami's defensive line could enhance their defensive capabilities and bolster their performance, particularly in matches against Power Conference teams.