Wisconsin Lands 2027 In-State Standout Dustin Roach: A Big Early Win for the Badgers
MADISON, Wis. - The Badgers just scored a major early victory on the 2027 recruiting trail, locking in a commitment from one of Wisconsin’s top rising talents. Catholic Memorial’s Dustin Roach - a dynamic two-way player who lines up at both safety and wide receiver - announced Friday that he’s staying home and committing to Wisconsin.
Roach has been firmly on the Badgers’ radar for months, and it’s not hard to see why. He’s part of a loaded in-state 2027 class that’s already drawing serious attention, and Wisconsin wasted no time making their move. The offer came late in the fall, and it clearly hit home.
“It means the world to me to get offered by Wisconsin,” Roach said. “It’s sort of a validation of all my hard work. I’ve always dreamed of getting a Big Ten offer.”
That dream became reality - and it didn’t take long for Roach to make his decision. His commitment followed an in-home visit from safeties coach Jack Cooper, who’s been instrumental in building relationships with top in-state talent. The timing of the visit and the commitment is no coincidence - the Badgers knew what they had in Roach and made sure he felt the love.
Roach also spoke about his experience at a Wisconsin game this past season - a moment that clearly left a mark.
“The game was insane,” he said. “Unlike anything else I’ve witnessed before - the weather, how they were the underdog and won - all of it. It was an amazing experience.”
While Roach is still awaiting his initial recruiting rating from 247Sports, his talent is already turning heads. He becomes the third known commitment in the Badgers’ 2027 class, joining fellow in-state prospects Ethan McIntosh and Korz Loken. That trio is helping to set the tone early for what’s shaping up to be one of the deepest and most competitive in-state classes Wisconsin has seen in years.
For Wisconsin, this is more than just a win on the recruiting trail - it’s a statement. The Badgers are making it clear they’re not just going to compete for the top talent in their backyard - they’re going to lock it down early.
And for Roach, it’s the first big step in what could be a special journey. He’s got the skill set, the mindset, and now, the platform. Wisconsin fans should be excited - this is a name you’ll want to remember.