Jalanie George commits to Wisconsin for 2028 recruiting class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Five-star recruit Jalanie George announced his commitment to the University of Wisconsin on October 1, choosing the Badgers over Auburn, Miami, and Washington. George, a standout from Desert Edge (AZ), ranks as the No. 20 overall recruit in the 2028 recruiting cycle according to the USA TODAY Sports composite. This commitment marks a significant addition for Wisconsin as they continue to build their 2028 class, which also includes three-star prospects Cale Britt and Brock Barrows. George has had a strong junior season with 24 tackles, including 5.5 for loss, along with one sack in four games played so far.
- •George is rated as a five-star recruit in the composite rankings.
- •He is the No. 2 player out of Arizona in the 2028 class.
- •Wisconsin's 2028 recruiting class is currently ranked 13th nationally.
- •George's commitment follows visits to Wisconsin and Auburn in September.
- •He has recorded 141 tackles and 12.5 sacks during his high school career.
- 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — Elite, five-star edge Jalanie George commits to Big 10 program
"Jalanie George ranks as the No. 20 overall recruit in the 2028 cycle, according to the USA TODAY Sports composite ranking.
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