UNLV Rebels Charge Ahead: Top Prospects and Commitments Ignite 2026 Class

Plant City, Florida, USA - As the summer heats up, so does the action on the recruiting front for the UNLV Rebels football team. Head coach Dan Mullen is doubling down on his efforts to assemble a formidable squad for the incoming class of 2026. With numerous prospects visiting and several key commitments secured, it’s clear that UNLV is making serious moves on the recruitment trail.

Recent visitors to the UNLV campus include notable players such as linebacker Donnie Vercher II from Central Catholic High School in Portland, Oregon, standing tall at 6’1.5″ and weighing in at 210 pounds, and athlete Damari King from Roosevelt High School in Seattle, Washington, who brings a versatile skill set at 5’11“ and 180 pounds. Both are currently uncommitted but have certainly caught the eye of the coaching staff and fans alike, each boasting a three-star rating as prospects, which does a good deal for their appeal.

Exciting Commitments

UNLV has welcomed several commitments recently that could reshape the landscape of their 2026 roster. Among the hard commits are multidisciplinary players like EDGE Prin Fox from Cashmere, Virginia, who weighs 260 pounds, and quarterback Derek Garcia from Ventura, California, standing at 6’3″ and currently weighing 190 pounds. Both players are also rated as three-star prospects, highlighting their potential to make an immediate impact on the field.

Other key commitments include linebacker Trehsyn Fesili from Mililani, Hawaii, EDGE Cole Albrecht from Sandy, Utah, and wide receiver Jesse Harden from Riverview, Florida. Each player stands out in their positions, with Albrecht measuring at 6’4″ and weighing 225 pounds, while Harden arrives at 6’2″ and 180 pounds. Not to forget, EDGE Cole Goldworthy from Pleasanton, California, rounds out this promising group with his height of 6’5″ and 210 pounds. What an impressive lineup!

Recruiting Rankings

Thanks to these recent commitments, UNLV currently holds the top position for the #1 recruiting class in the Mountain West Conference and ranks 50th nationally. This achievement speaks volumes about the strategic recruiting efforts being made and the momentum building around the program. It’s worth noting that the Rebels have added talent from the transfer portal, including standout players like five-star linebacker Justin Flowe from Arizona and four-star Isaiah Patterson from UCLA, further enhancing the depth of the team.

Quarterback and Running Back Offers

Looking ahead, the Rebels have extended a variety of offers for the 2026 class, especially in the quarterback and running back departments. From towering QB prospects like one measuring 6’3″ and weighing 175 pounds to promising running backs, including Crew Davis from Iona Preparatory School in New Rochelle, New York, who stands at 6’0″ and weighs 205 pounds, the future looks bright for the UNLV offense. A mix of heights and weights among the quarterbacks shows Mullen’s intent to bring diverse skills to the table, tapping into a broad pool of talent.

As the dust settles on this recruiting period, Coach Mullen and his staff will continue working hard to secure additional talent and build a competitive roster. The path ahead shouldn’t be underestimated, as each player holds the potential to contribute to the Rebels‘ ambitions. Exciting times are definitely on the horizon for UNLV football!

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