BYU spent its weekend off on the recruiting trail, and one of the names that surfaced was a familiar kind of target: a talented defensive back with a big-time résumé who took a detour through the JUCO route.
On Sunday, safeties coach Demario Warren offered College of San Mateo safety Jadyn Hudson, giving the Cougars a shot at a former four-star prospect who once signed with UCLA and arrived there as part of the 2025 class. Hudson had been expected to be on UCLA’s roster in 2026 as well, but he was not on the spring roster when it came out earlier this year.
Hudson announced the offer himself after what he described as a strong conversation with Warren. “AG2G!!
After a great conversation with Coach Warren, I am blessed to receive an offer from BYU!! #csmisdbu #ogisdbu @DemarioWarren @Coach_Popp @CSM_Football @coachTcsm @Ogthetruth #POPMODE💙”
The offer marks another step back toward major-college football for Hudson. He had already picked up an offer from Western Michigan last month, making BYU the second FBS program to get involved since his time at College of San Mateo and the first from a Power Four school.
His high school profile explains why he still has plenty of attention around him. When Hudson signed with UCLA, he was one of the headliners in that class and carried offers from Ohio State, Miami, USC, Oklahoma, Auburn, Washington, Penn State, LSU, Arizona State, Oregon, Michigan, Georgia and Michigan State, among others.
At 6-foot-2 and 195 pounds, Hudson brings the kind of frame coaches want at safety. He processes quickly, he’s comfortable finishing plays in space, and the best part of his game, according to the source material, is his ability to find the football.
As a senior in high school, he intercepted seven passes in only nine games. Over his final two high school seasons, he piled up 13 interceptions.
There’s more to his game than just coverage, too. Hudson also played receiver in high school, which showed up in his ball skills and his ability to do something with the ball once it’s in his hands. He also handled return duties.
Because Hudson was part of the 2025 class, he would have three years of eligibility left at his next stop. That makes him an appealing option for BYU, especially with veterans Faletau Satuala and Raider Damuni already in the safety room. If one or both of those players move on after this season, Hudson could be the kind of addition who adds depth and competes for a role right away.
For now, he’s another recruit to keep an eye on in the months ahead.
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