Tennessee added to the future of its defense on Friday.

The Vols picked up the commitment of four-star strngside defensive end Mariyon Dye, who becomes the 16th player in their 2025 class.

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Dye, who is entering his senior season at Elkhart Central in Elkhart, Indiana, held offers from Ohio State, Florida, Georgia and Oklahoma, among others.

The 6-foot-5, 245-pound Dye is rated as the No. 1 player in Indiana and 103rd overall nationally.

Dye is the third commitment that the Vols have received in the last week, joining highly-touted five-star offensive lineman Douglas Utu and four-star defensive back Tre Poteat, who previously committed on June 24 and 25, respectively.

Dye is the fifth defensive lineman that Tennessee has added to its upcoming class, alongside four-star Ethan Utley, four-star Jyaden Loftin, three-star Nic Moore and three-star Charles House.

Tennessee's class is currently ranked seventh nationally and fourth in the SEC, according to Rivals.

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