Michigan State lands commitment from Arizona State CB Ed Woods

Michigan State has landed a commitment from Arizona State cornerback Ed Woods, On3 has learned.

After taking visits to Alabama and Michigan State over the weekend, he’s decided on the Spartans. Woods had a previous connection with some members of the coaching staff and had heard strong reviews of cornerbacks coach Demetrice Martin, who is better known by players as “Coach Meat.”

“I’m going to be honest, I like Michigan State because of the relationships I have with most of these coaches,” Woods said. “I feel like I’m at home. They understand where I come from, and Coach Meat is one of the best in the nation.”

The cornerback grew up in Oakland, the same hometown as NFL cornerback Marcus Peters, who was recruited to Washington as a high school prospect by Martin. That’s something Ed Woods is keeping in mind as he evaluates his decision.

“He helped my friend Marcus Peters take his game to next level,” the Arizona State transfer said.

A two-year starter for the Sun Devils, he’s tallied 66 career tackles and three forced fumbles. Woods visited Alabama this weekend, arriving in Tuscaloosa on Friday and staying through Sunday. The Crimson Tide’s cornerback room is filled with young talent headlined by Zabien Brown, Jahlil Hurley and Red Morgan.

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