Cameron Hunt Commits to the Bears

At the Opening on Saturday, Cal picked up a nice pickup when Corona Centennial High offensive lineman Cameron Hunt chose the Cal hat on national television.

I’m thrilled about this pickup. Even after a solid offensive line recruiting class this year, the Bears are likely looking to pick up three to four offensive linemen this class, and Hunt is a fantastic start. Hunt is rated 4 stars by ESPN, a high 3 stars by Rivals, and 3 stars by both Scout and 247Sports and has both the frame, skills and smarts to project as a very solid offensive lineman at the next level.

Cal beat out ASU, Washington, Boise St., among a host of other schools for Hunt.

At 6’5, 270 pounds, Hunt has a solid frame with very little “bad” weight on him. While he lacks the bulk currently to be dominate elite defensive linemen at this level, he’s got the type of footwork and technique to rarely get beat in return.

It’ll be interesting to see where Hunt will fit on the line at the collegiate level. He’s got really quick feet to handle speedy pass rushers off the edge, but may lack the range necessary to be an elite tackle. Most probably like him more at the guard position, where he may have the chance to be flat out dominant once he puts on an additional 30 pounds from now until the end of his redshirt freshman year.

Here are his junior highlights. Some plays may be difficult to follow, but just hone in on #78 anchoring the left side of the line, and you won’t be bored.



See what I mean? It’s hard not to like what you see. Hunt plays with nice pad level, and is an active aggressive blocker playing whistle to whistle.

It’s been tossed around quite a bit that Hunt fits the prototypical o-line mold for Coach Michalczik, and I’d say that’s right. He’s tough, physical, athletic, smart, and willing to put in the time and effort to hone their technique.

You’ve made a great choice and welcome to the Bears Cameron.