Arthur Jones IV Narrows College List to Eight
The Christian Brothers Academy junior defensive lineman told 247 Sports he has cut his options to eight programs.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Football
Christian Brothers Academy junior defensive lineman Arthur Jones IV has narrowed his college list to eight schools, according to 247 Sports. The four-star recruit's final group includes Syracuse, Virginia Tech, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Miami, Indiana, Notre Dame and Oregon.
Why it matters
Jones is ranked as the No. 2 prospect in New York in the class of 2028 and the No. 27 defensive lineman nationally, making his choice a significant recruiting development. His decision will be closely watched by programs in the Syracuse area and across the country.
Jones is a four-star recruit ranked No. 2 among New York prospects and No. 27 nationally at defensive line in the class of 2028, according to 247 Sports. He lists himself at 6-foot-3 and 245 pounds, and the ratings are based on 247 Sports' scouting and recruiting evaluations.
The players
Arthur Jones IV
A junior defensive lineman at Christian Brothers Academy and the son of former Syracuse star Arthur Jones III.
247 Sports
A recruiting website that ranks high school prospects and has rated players since 2010.
The details
Jones, a junior at Christian Brothers Academy, told 247 Sports on Saturday that his final eight schools are Syracuse, Virginia Tech, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Miami, Indiana, Notre Dame and Oregon. He is the son of former Syracuse star Arthur Jones III, and his uncle Chandler Jones starred at Syracuse before a lengthy NFL career.
Timeline
Last season: Christian Brothers Academy won the Class AA state championship.
Saturday, November 8, 2026: Jones told 247 Sports he had narrowed his college list.
Saturday, 6 p.m.: Christian Brothers Academy plays undefeated Liverpool for the Class AA sectional title.
Season Trajectory
Jones could be the first four-star recruit to graduate from a Section III high school since 247 Sports began rating players in 2010. His recruitment adds to the prominence of Syracuse-area talent in the national recruiting landscape.
Jones's choice will shape recruiting boards for the programs on his list, and fans following Syracuse-area football can track which of the eight schools he selects. The decision will also affect how college coaches prioritize defensive line targets in the class of 2028.
The takeaway
Recruiting decisions made by top local prospects can reshape a program's future, so following Jones's commitment is worthwhile for anyone tracking Syracuse football. His eventual choice will show how Syracuse competes with national programs for elite talent.
What happens next
Christian Brothers Academy plays undefeated Liverpool for the Class AA sectional championship on Saturday at 6 p.m.
Further reading
For more Syracuse-area recruiting coverage, explore Football news on Wisevoter.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
