Hometown Five-Star Recruit Commits to Arizona in Major Upset
- Arizona landed a commitment from consensus five-star defensive end Elijah Rushing, the school's first five-star signee.
- Rushing chose Arizona over traditional powers like Oregon, Tennessee, and Notre Dame
- Rushing is ranked the No. 27 player nationally and the No. 3 edge rusher in his class according to the 247Sports Composite.
- Rushing's commitment highlights the potential for more parity in college football as top recruits don't always choose established powers.
- Rushing's brother Cruz transferred to Arizona from Florida, helping the Wildcats' pitch.