The Washington Huskies just added a major boost to their future linebacker corps - and they did it in double. Twin brothers Justin and Ethan Coach, standout defenders from powerhouse St. John Bosco High School in California, have committed to UW, giving the Huskies a pair of high-upside, physically gifted athletes who fit exactly what the staff has been targeting at the position.
Standing at 6-foot-2 and hovering around 205 pounds, both Justin and Ethan bring the kind of length and athleticism that modern defenses crave at linebacker. These aren’t just big bodies - they’re rangy, versatile defenders who can cover ground, shed blocks, and make plays from sideline to sideline. That’s the blueprint for success in today’s game, and the Huskies clearly see the Coach brothers as key pieces to building that future.
Recruiting-wise, this is a win that shouldn't go under the radar. Washington beat out a competitive field that included Michigan, Arizona, and Arizona State to land the duo.
That’s no small feat, especially when you consider how many programs have been trying to tap into the St. John Bosco talent pipeline - one of the most respected high school programs in the country.
Justin is currently ranked as the No. 46 linebacker in the nation, while Ethan sits just ahead at No. 44, according to 247Sports. Those rankings reflect the national recognition both players have earned - and they’re only rising.
Justin posted 36 total tackles and 2 tackles for loss last season, while Ethan added 17 tackles and 2 TFLs of his own. Now, if you’re looking at those numbers and wondering why they’re not higher, context matters: Bosco’s defense is stacked, and they rotate heavily to keep everyone fresh.
Stats don’t always tell the full story, especially on a unit that deep.
What does this mean for Washington? The Huskies now have six commits in their 2027 class, which currently ranks 12th nationally.
That’s a strong early foundation, and continuing to pull talent from a program like St. John Bosco only reinforces the staff’s recruiting momentum.
Washington has had success with Bosco products in the past, and the addition of the Coach brothers strengthens that pipeline.
Bottom line: the Huskies just landed two athletic, high-ceiling linebackers who play with an edge and come from a winning culture. It’s the kind of move that might not make national headlines today - but down the road, it could pay major dividends on Saturdays in the fall.