Washington Lands Best Recruiting Class in Program History on National Signing Day
National Signing Day may not carry quite the same gravity it once did in the age of the transfer portal and ever-changing coaching staffs, but don’t tell that to the Washington Huskies. For a program entering a new era under head coach Jedd Fisch, this recruiting cycle could be a defining moment-and the numbers back that up.
Washington just inked the highest-rated recruiting class in school history.
With 23 signees officially committed, the Huskies locked in the No. 13 class in the nation according to 247Sports. That’s not just a solid showing-it’s a milestone. The 2026 class carries a composite score of 89.59, and it’s loaded with talent across the board: one five-star, 10 four-stars, and 12 three-stars.
In the context of the Big Ten, Washington sits fifth in the conference rankings, trailing only USC (No. 1), Oregon (No.
2), Ohio State (No. 6), and Michigan (No. 11).
That’s elite company, and it signals that the Huskies are not just trying to keep pace-they’re aiming to compete at the top tier of the conference from day one.
Let’s take a closer look at the future Dawgs.
Headliner: Kodi Greene
Every class needs a cornerstone, and for Washington, that’s five-star offensive tackle Kodi Greene. At 6-foot-5, 320 pounds, Greene is the kind of player who can anchor a line for years.
He’s big, powerful, and already looks like a future Sunday player. For a program looking to establish a physical identity in the Big Ten, landing a blue-chip tackle like Greene is a massive win-literally and figuratively.
Four-Star Firepower
The Huskies didn’t stop at Greene. They added 10 four-star players, and there’s talent at every level of the field.
- Gavin Day, a rangy 6-foot-3 safety, brings length and versatility to the secondary.
- JD Hill (6-2, 275) and Tufanua Ionatana Umu-Cais (6-3, 307) bolster the defensive front with size and strength.
- Brian Bonner, a 6-foot, 185-pound running back, adds burst to the backfield.
- Derek Colman-Brusa, a 6-foot-5 edge rusher, has the frame and athleticism to be a game-wrecker off the edge.
- The receiver room gets a major boost with Jordan Clay, Trez Davis, and Mason James, giving Washington multiple playmakers with different skill sets.
- In the secondary, Rahsjon Duncan and Jeron Jones bring speed and ball skills to the cornerback group.
This is a class built not just on stars, but on fit. There’s a clear emphasis on size, athleticism, and versatility-traits that will be crucial as the Huskies transition into the rugged Big Ten.
Depth and Development: The Three-Star Core
While the top-end talent grabs headlines, championship rosters are built on depth-and Washington’s three-star group has plenty of upside.
- Derek Zammit, a 6-foot-1 quarterback, brings a solid foundation at the most important position on the field.
- Offensive tackle Dominic Harris (6-7, 335) is a mountain of a man who could develop into a key piece in the trenches.
- Ramzak Fruean and Ezaya Tokio, both listed at 6-foot-4 and over 215 pounds, give the linebacker room some serious size.
- Elijah Durr, Ksani Jiles, and CJ Wallace round out a secondary group that’s quietly one of the most complete units in the class.
- Ansu Sanoe adds more power to the running back room, while Sam Vyhlidal gives the offense a versatile tight end option.
- Blaise LaVista and Ah Deong Yang are names to watch-LaVista as a wideout with size, and Yang as a 343-pound interior lineman who could be a force inside.
- Ta’a Malu (DL) and CJ Wallace (K) round out the class, ensuring every position group gets attention.
Position Breakdown
Here’s how the class stacks up by position:
- Cornerback (4)
- Wide Receiver (4)
- Defensive Line (3)
- Running Back (2)
- Linebacker (2)
- Offensive Tackle (2)
- Safety (1)
- Edge (1)
- Interior Offensive Lineman (1)
- Tight End (1)
- Quarterback (1)
- Kicker (1)
That’s a balanced haul, with a clear focus on building from the trenches out. The Huskies are loading up at corner and receiver, two positions that demand depth in today’s game. And with multiple additions on both lines, Washington is showing it understands what life in the Big Ten requires: size, physicality, and depth.
What It Means for Washington
This class isn’t just about rankings or stars-it’s a foundational moment for Jedd Fisch and the direction of the program. Washington is making a statement: it intends to compete, not just participate, in the Big Ten. And with this kind of talent coming in, the Huskies are giving themselves a real shot to do just that.
It’s early, and as always in college football, development will be key. But if this group lives up to its billing, we may look back at the 2026 class as the one that helped usher in a new era of Washington football.