Sharif Ali '22 Recruiting Profile

I am Sharif Ali Jr. and I have been dreaming to play in the NFL since a young kid, confident that I can do whatever it takes to do so. Also, I will practice 100 percent every practice and play every game like it will be my last. My number one goal of being recruited for college, and ultimately the NFL, is to not let my coaches, or my family down. Growing up in a dangerous neighborhood of Philadelphia was not always easy, considering living in a single-parent household for most of my life. In regards to school, I have always been a good student. I am totally aware that high school and college coaches want star student-athletes and I've made it clear for myself to aim at maintaining a 3.5 GPA or higher. This pressure that I've endured on myself has only made me a stronger student in class and had opened my eyes up to fresh opportunities as I approach the most important years of my young life.