A Standout Prospect Chooses Iowa
On June 7, Bariyus Allen, a three‑star defensive lineman from Belmont High School in Dayton, Ohio, announced his commitment to the University of Iowa, electing the Hawkeyes over a field that included Boston College, Kent State, Miami (OH), Northern Illinois, Ohio, Toledo, Western Kentucky and several other programs.
Allen concluded his junior season with a dominant defensive showing, tallying 73 tackles, 20.5 tackles for loss and six sacks. Those numbers earned him Defensive Player of the Year in the Dayton Public Schools and a place on the 2025 Division II All‑Ohio Football Third Team.
According to 247Sports, he is ranked No. 612 overall in the 2027 Composite and the 23rd best prospect in Ohio, a rating that reflects both his on‑field production and his rising national profile.
Physical metrics further distinguish his profile: a 4.9‑second 40‑yard dash, a 500‑pound deadlift and a 12.5‑second 100‑meter dash showcase a rare combination of speed and power for a lineman.
He will be joined in Iowa’s 2027 class by fellow three‑star defensive linemen Tommy Riordan and Jerrence Knoblock, forming a promising interior line that could anchor the Hawkeyes’ front for years to come.
Coaches have praised the commitment, noting Allen’s versatility — he also logged snaps at tight end and offensive tackle — as an added depth piece that enhances the roster’s flexibility.