Five-Star OL Maxwell Hiller Commits to Florida Over Top Programs

New Gators head coach Jon Sumrall lands major offensive line recruit from Pennsylvania.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:18am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fractured, overlapping forms of a football offensive line, rendered in bold, vibrant colors that capture the energy and power of the sport.Hiller's commitment to Florida's offensive line signals a new era of Gators football under coach Sumrall.Coatesville Today

In a major recruiting win, the Florida Gators have landed a commitment from five-star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller. The 6-foot-5, 300-pound prospect from Coatesville, Pennsylvania chose the Gators over offers from Alabama, Ohio State, and Tennessee.

Why it matters

Hiller is ranked as the top interior offensive line recruit and the No. 4 overall prospect in the 2027 class. His commitment is a significant early victory for new Florida head coach Jon Sumrall, who is looking to rebuild the Gators' program.

The details

Hiller cited Florida's coaching staff, player development, and the program's overall trajectory as key factors in his decision. Gators offensive line coach Phil Trautwein, who recruited Hiller since 8th grade, played a major role in landing the blue-chip prospect.

  • Hiller announced his commitment on April 9, 2026.

The players

Maxwell Hiller

A five-star offensive lineman from Coatesville, Pennsylvania, ranked as the No. 1 interior offensive line recruit and No. 4 overall prospect in the 2027 class.

Jon Sumrall

The new head coach of the Florida Gators, who is looking to rebuild the program after previous success as a head coach at Troy and Tulane.

Phil Trautwein

The offensive line coach for the Florida Gators, who has been recruiting Hiller since he was in 8th grade, previously serving in the same role at Penn State.

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What they’re saying

“What they're building down there, I feel like they are building something special. From talking to the players and getting closer to other recruits, I feel like everybody else is on the same page.”

— Maxwell Hiller, Five-Star Offensive Lineman

“I like the development piece at Florida, and that Coach Sumrall wins everywhere he's been. He's been in the Top 25 as a head coach at Troy and Tulane, and I think he's going to do that at Florida. He did it at those schools, and they may not be in the same tier as Florida, but if he can do that there, I'm excited to see what he can do at a big school with all of the resources.”

— Maxwell Hiller, Five-Star Offensive Lineman

What’s next

Hiller's commitment is an early boost for Sumrall and the Gators as they look to rebuild the program. The coaching staff will now focus on continuing to build a strong 2027 recruiting class around Hiller's pledge.

The takeaway

Hiller's decision to choose Florida over other top programs like Alabama, Ohio State, and Tennessee is a significant win for Sumrall and the Gators. The five-star offensive lineman's commitment provides a strong foundation for the team's future and highlights the potential of Sumrall's rebuilding efforts.