Overview
- DeJean announced his decision on social media on Dec. 21–22, joining the Hawkeyes' 2027 recruiting class.
- 247Sports Composite ranks him No. 402 overall in 2027, the No. 26 athlete nationally, and the No. 5 prospect in Iowa.
- He played receiver, tight end, quarterback, and defensive back as a junior, totaling 36 catches for 461 yards and six touchdowns, 207 rushing yards with three scores, and three interceptions.
- He chose Iowa over reported offers from Kansas State, Michigan, UAB, and UNLV.
- Iowa has not specified his college position, and the commitment comes as the program prepares for the Dec. 31 ReliaQuest Bowl; he is the younger brother of Eagles cornerback and former Hawkeye Cooper DeJean.