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Four-star edge rusher Jalanie George commits to Wisconsin, Luke Fickell

Jalanie George, who had more than 40 scholarship offers, announced his commitment to the Badgers Oct. 1. Here is why he chose Wisconsin.

Four-star edge rusher Jalanie George commits to Wisconsin, Luke Fickell

Madison, Wisconsin – Wisconsin's football program has gained another promising recruit as four-star edge rusher Jalanie George has officially committed to the Badgers. Coach Luke Fickell received the news on October 1, via George's live announcement on Rivals YouTube channel.

George, who stands at 6-foot-4½ and weighs 245 pounds, attended Desert Edge High School in Goodyear, Arizona. Similar to recent signings Jon Jon Kamara and Yahzeen Zion, George sees himself as a builder for the Badgers, aiming to create a strong network and elevate the team to national prominence.

The commitment places Wisconsin's 2028 class higher than it was previously ranked. According to 247Sports, the Badgers are now No. 6 in the class, while Rivals ranks them No. 13. George is ranked No. 66 on 247Sports and No. 12 at his position overall.

This signing adds to a growing trend of successful recruiting for Fickell. The previous class ranks 24th by 247Sports and 28th by Rivals. This addition pushes the Badgers' 2028 class from No. 13 to No. 6, according to 247Sports. George will join his new team alongside Brock Barrows, an offensive lineman from Missouri, and Cale Britt, a three-star linebacker from Orlando. George's decision came after he received over 40 offers, including from Auburn, Miami, Washington, and other top programs.

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