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Indiana football secures commitment from 2027 linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:19 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Indiana football secures commitment from 2027 linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield
Summary

Jalaythan Mayfield, a linebacker from Lincolnton High School in North Carolina, has committed to Indiana football on June 19, 2026. The four-star prospect chose Indiana over offers from prominent programs Georgia and Miami, citing Indiana as the best place for development. Mayfield is ranked as the 12th highest-rated linebacker in the 2027 class by Rivals and is the highest-rated member of Indiana’s current recruitment class. This commitment marks Indiana's 13th for the 2027 class, highlighting the program's efforts on the recruiting trail.

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  • •Jalaythan Mayfield announces commitment via livestream.
  • •Indiana football outpaced Georgia and Miami for Mayfield's commitment.
  • •He is rated as a four-star by Rivals and three-star by 247Sports.
  • •Mayfield is the highest-rated recruit for Indiana in the 2027 class.
  • •He is the 13th commitment for Indiana's 2027 recruiting class.
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  • 9:19 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana football lands commitment from 2027 linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield
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Indiana football’s recruiting momentum carried it past Georgia and Miami on Friday afternoon in landing Mayfield.

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