Getting to know new BYU commit, Alex Muti (Class of 2020)

Alex Muti is the most recent commitment to the BYU football program (Class of 2020), announcing his commitment Thursday via Twitter:

I am happy to announce that I have decided to commit to BYU, I can’t thank God enough for all the blessings in my life. I am also grateful for all of my family and friends who have been a part of my Journey. They have inspired me to be who I am today. @byulamb @kalanifsitake pic.twitter.com/bCZnZaIuvf

— Alex P Muti (@muti_alex) June 13, 2019

Muti preps at Konawaena High School (Kealakekua, HI), where as a junior he recorded 67 tackles, three forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries, 35 tackles for loss and 17 sacks. He was named to the All-State first team and the BIIF defensive player of the year.  As a sophomore he had 30 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, one interception, one force fumble with three fumble recoveries (one returned for a TD), and seven sacks.  His freshman season (2016) he had 11.5 tackles and in interception. Muti is also a thrower on the track and field team and placed 4th in the BIIF Championship in both the shot put and discus.

Muti is rated 3-stars by 247Sports.  He has seen recruiting interest from Boise State, Hawaii, Oregon State, and Utah State.

I caught up with Muti to ask him about his recruiting.

BYU Insider: Why did you choose BYU?

Muti:  I have always been a fan of the program and BYU but what made me choose to go there is the atmosphere and the respect the players have for the coaches and each other. They have a brotherhood that I wanted to be a part of.  The BYU style of defense fits the way I play as an attacker or edge rusher it feels more natural for me. There’s no cab control–it will allow me to just go after the ball.

BYU Insider: What other schools were showing you love in the recruiting process?

Muti:  Weber state, Utah State, Boise state, Oregon State, and UH

BYU Insider: What are some of your favorites?

Muti:  I like comedies and action movies.  Lately the only book I like is the ACT study guide (lol). Favorite band Is J cole and a lot of island music from local artists. Favorite breakfast is spam, eggs, and rice.

BYU Insider: What is one of your greatest accomplishment in sports?

Muti:  I go to a high school that most colleges have never heard of and was told that I’m the first to receive a D1 four year college offer for football.

BYU Insider: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?

Muti:  NO GIRLFRIEND (until college, lol). From my parents.

BYU Insider: Who is a current player that you seek to emulate on the field?

Muti:  Actually, I love to watch and study a lot of old school football players like Reggie White, Lawrence Taylor, Von Miller

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