The Badgers have lost a 2025 verbal commitment as cornerback Rukeem Stroud announces his decision to flip to the UCF Knights.
Looking forward to getting to the Bounce House!! @JerisMcIntyre @TrovonReed @CoachGusMalzahn @CoachWilliams_7 pic.twitter.com/R0xlP3L3yh
— Rukeem Stroud 4⭐️ (@rstroud06) June 24, 2024
Stroud had only committed to the Badgers a few weeks ago, but the native Floridian had a change of heart and chose the more local team. UCF came in late with an offer and was apparently to good for the defensive back to turn down.
This leaves Jahmare Washington as the lone true corner in the 2025 class and the total commitments back down to 20.
The Badgers have still done a really great job this offseason and while a de-commitment hurts, the class is still extremely strong. With another spot open, look for Luke Fickell and company to pursue some other corners even harder.