Isaac Garcia, a versatile class of 2016 standout, backed out of a longstanding commitment to USC on Monday, announcing his intentions on Twitter to explore options elsewhere:
The 6'4", 215-pound prospect initially pledged to the Trojans in September. He decommitted from the class just hours after 4-star quarterback Matt Fink jumped on board.
Garcia, a fellow 4-star talent, has the potential to play on either side of the ball in college. Rated 21st nationally among weak-side defensive ends in 247Sports' composite rankings, he is also eyed by some coaches as a tight end candidate.
USC loses grips on one of the Northwest's most impressive rising seniors. Garcia stars at Bellevue High School, a national powerhouse in the suburbs of Seattle.
His skill set warranted an offer from Washington State as a sophomore, and other Pac-12 competitors are likely to come calling now that he's returned to the open market.
The Washington Huskies seem to be a squad that could make a strong play, as head coach Chris Petersen looks to protect home turf. The program is riding some momentum after producing three first-round picks in the 2015 NFL draft.
Each member of that trio—which consists of Danny Shelton, Marcus Peters and Shaq Thompson—played defense at Washington last season. The Huskies already hold a commitment from 4-star safety Brandon Wellington, who plays with Garcia at Bellevue.
Peterson landed 4-star Bellevue offensive tackle Henry Roberts in his 2015 recruiting haul.
Washington State also aims to seize a pledge from the in-state talent. It's pivotal for the Cougars to step up efforts when it comes to recruiting the region.
The program has signed just four top-10 in-state prospects since 2010, per 247Sports' composite rankings. It's a trend that needs to change for a program averaging three wins per year during the past seven seasons.
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The 6'4", 215-pound prospect initially pledged to the Trojans in September. He decommitted from the class just hours after 4-star quarterback Matt Fink jumped on board.
Garcia, a fellow 4-star talent, has the potential to play on either side of the ball in college. Rated 21st nationally among weak-side defensive ends in 247Sports' composite rankings, he is also eyed by some coaches as a tight end candidate.
USC loses grips on one of the Northwest's most impressive rising seniors. Garcia stars at Bellevue High School, a national powerhouse in the suburbs of Seattle.
His skill set warranted an offer from Washington State as a sophomore, and other Pac-12 competitors are likely to come calling now that he's returned to the open market.
The Washington Huskies seem to be a squad that could make a strong play, as head coach Chris Petersen looks to protect home turf. The program is riding some momentum after producing three first-round picks in the 2015 NFL draft.
Each member of that trio—which consists of Danny Shelton, Marcus Peters and Shaq Thompson—played defense at Washington last season. The Huskies already hold a commitment from 4-star safety Brandon Wellington, who plays with Garcia at Bellevue.
Peterson landed 4-star Bellevue offensive tackle Henry Roberts in his 2015 recruiting haul.
Washington State also aims to seize a pledge from the in-state talent. It's pivotal for the Cougars to step up efforts when it comes to recruiting the region.
The program has signed just four top-10 in-state prospects since 2010, per 247Sports' composite rankings. It's a trend that needs to change for a program averaging three wins per year during the past seven seasons.
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