Highly-regarded long snapper becomes Florida's second commitment of the day

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One of the nation's elite long snappers says he's staying put in the Sunshine State to extend his journey as a student-athlete.

Rocco Underwood, a product of Lake Mary (Fla.) High who also turns heads as a tight end, joined forces with the University of Florida on Friday afternoon. He is also the Gators' second commitment of the day, joining Jake Slaughter, an offensive lineman who flipped from Florida State.

Underwood camped in Gainesville last summer, attended UF's blowout victory against Towson, and then received the green light from Dan Mullen's staff on Dec. 1. The Central Florida native recently took part in a virtual visit with the Gators as well.

To sweeten it up even more, Underwood is also cousins with former Florida punters, Johnny and Tommy Townsend.

"I picked Florida because of family legacy from Tommy and Johnny Townsend," Underwood told GatorsTerritory. "Also, they are top-tier in not only football but in academics as well. Also, my sister goes to UF already and it is in my home state."

In addition to the Gators, the 6-foot-4, 210-pound Underwood possesses offers from Alabama and Arkansas. The likes of Florida Atlantic, Marshall and Liberty offered him scholarships to play tight end.

According to Rubio Long Snapping, Underwood is regarded as the nation's top-ranked long snapper in the class of 2021. The first team all-state selection at tight end holds a 3.9 GPA in the classroom as well.

With the addition of Underwood, a two-star athlete on Rivals, Florida now holds commitments from 22 prospects in the class of 2021.

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