UCLA lands commitment from 4-star linebacker in 2028 recruiting cycle

UCLA has successfully secured a commitment from 2028 four-star linebacker Kaiden Buchanan, according to reports from Yahoo Sports and Rivals. Buchanan, from Aberdeen, Mississippi, was in Westwood for UCLA's recent 17-7 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers, marking his second visit to the campus following an offer on June 13. Ranked No. 251 overall and No. 23 in linebacker rankings by Rivals, the 6-foot, 215-pounder showcased his skills as a sophomore and junior at Tupelo High School, tallying 54 tackles, 10.0 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, one interception, one forced fumble, and three pass breakups in eight games.

This marks UCLA's first commitment in the 2028 recruiting cycle, as the Bruins boast a total of 23 commitments in the 2027 cycle, which is ranked as the 17th-best in the country and 5th-best in the Big Ten by Rivals.

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