JuJu Johnson of UCLA earns five-star recruit status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
JuJu Johnson, a cornerback committed to UCLA for the 2027 class, has been recognized as a five-star recruit. This marks the first five-star player for coach Bob Chesney during his tenure at UCLA. Johnson, previously ranked 109th in his class, jumped to 31st overall and is considered a potential difference-maker in college football. Missing the entire 2025 season due to injury, Johnson has received high praise for his speed and versatility. Along with Johnson, UCLA has also secured commitments from four-star safety prospects Jerry Outhouse Jr. and Pole Moala.
- •JuJu Johnson is the first five-star recruit for UCLA under Bob Chesney.
- •Previously ranked 109th, he is now the 31st player in the 2027 class.
- •Johnson missed the 2025 season with a lower-body injury.
- •He is regarded for his potential as a cover corner at the college level.
- •UCLA also adds four-star safeties Jerry Outhouse Jr. and Pole Moala.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — UCLA's 2027 commit JuJu Johnson now listed as a five-star recruit
"Bob Chesney has his first five-star recruit at UCLA, with cornerback JuJu Johnson earning five-star status.
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