Washington Huskies pursue local athlete J'Isaiah Mitchell for 2027 class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Washington Huskies are targeting local talent J'Isaiah Mitchell, a three-star athlete from Puyallup High School, as they solidify their recruiting efforts for the 2027 class. Mitchell, who stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs 180 pounds, initially committed to Boise State but received a recent offer from Washington to play defensive back. The Huskies seek to enhance their defensive backfield after missing out on three-star cornerback Evan Mack. Washington currently has a commitment from three-star cornerback Maurice Williams and is also pursuing four-star prospect Censere Gaylord. The Huskies are emphasizing local recruiting as they look to secure Mitchell’s services ahead of signing day.
- •Mitchell is a three-star athlete ranked No. 845 nationally.
- •He has committed to Boise State but received an offer from Washington.
- •Washington currently holds a commitment from cornerback Maurice Williams.
- •The Huskies hope to secure Mitchell before signing day.
- •Coach John Richardson is focused on local recruits for defensive back positions.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Washington football eyeing promising local athlete in 2027 class
"The Washington Huskies may push to flip a promising local athlete away from the Boise State Broncos in the 2027 class.
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