Washington head coach Jedd Fisch and the Huskies coaching staff utilized their Saturday afternoon matchup against Penn State to host a slate of elite high school recruits on unofficial visits. The centerpiece of the recruiting event was 2028 three-star edge rusher Andre Robinson, who made his first stop at the University of Washington’s Montlake campus. This visit marks the second official stop for the prospect this fall, following an earlier unofficial trip to Georgia Tech in September, signaling an active and competitive recruiting battle for the highly touted pass rusher.
Huskies leverage home turf to court top-40 national edge rusher during Saturday showdown.
A product of IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, Robinson has rapidly ascended the national rankings after transferring from Camden High School in New Jersey for his junior campaign. In his abbreviated time at IMG, the 6-foot-4, 225-pound athlete has recorded 39 tackles, 13 for loss, and 3.5 sacks, establishing himself as the No. 50-ranked player in Florida and No. 40 in the nation at his position according to the 247Sports Composite. These impressive metrics highlight his immediate impact and physical readiness, making him a prime target for major programs seeking to bolster their defensive fronts.
The Huskies possess a distinct strategic advantage in their pursuit of Robinson, as outside linebackers coach Aaron Van Horn has a direct connection to the prospect’s current environment. Van Horn is actively engaged with 2027 four-star IMG Academy classmates, creating a familiar and trusted pathway for Robinson’s evaluation process. By hosting the recruit during a high-profile game against a Power Four opponent, Washington aims to showcase both its competitive football culture and the personal relationships that could tip the scales in their favor against other national suitors.
Source: Yahoo Sports
