Breaking News: Following a 5-Star Flip, Washington Soars into the Top 25 of the On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings
In a dramatic recruiting coup that’s sending shockwaves through the college football world, the University of Washington has surged into the Top 25 of the On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings following the stunning flip of a five-star prospect. This unexpected turn of events marks a pivotal moment for the Huskies’ 2025 recruiting class and underscores the growing influence of head coach Jedd Fisch and his staff in shaping the program’s future.
The major headline: Washington has secured a commitment from five-star wide receiver Jayden Green, who was previously committed to the University of Oregon. Green, a 6-foot-3, 195-pound playmaker from Southern California, is ranked as the No. 3 wide receiver in the nation and the No. 12 overall player in the 2025 class, according to On3’s Industry Ranking, a consensus measure that blends multiple recruiting services. His decision to flip from a Pac-12 rival to the Huskies is being hailed as one of the biggest recruiting wins of the cycle.
“This was about relationships and trust,” Green said in an exclusive interview with On3. “Coach Fisch and the staff made me feel like a priority from day one. I believe in the vision they have for Washington, and I want to be a part of building something special.”
The commitment instantly propelled Washington’s 2025 class into national relevance. Prior to the flip, the Huskies were sitting outside the Top 30 in the On3 rankings, but Green’s addition—along with recent four-star pickups on both sides of the ball—catapulted them to No. 23 as of Thursday morning. It’s a significant leap that signals Washington is not only a rising power on the field but also on the recruiting trail.
For Coach Fisch, who took over in early 2024, this marks a major milestone in his efforts to reshape the Huskies’ recruiting identity. Known for his offensive mind and high-energy recruiting style, Fisch has wasted no time assembling a staff that prioritizes elite talent acquisition. The Green flip is a major validation of their strategy.
“This commitment is about more than one player—it’s about momentum,” said an anonymous Power Five recruiting analyst. “Flipping a five-star from Oregon, who’s been a recruiting juggernaut, sends a message: Washington is back, and they’re serious about competing at the highest level.”
The Huskies are now sitting on 14 commitments for the 2025 cycle, including two five-stars and seven four-star prospects. With several top targets still in play and official visit season just around the corner, Washington could climb even higher before the early signing period in December.
For fans in Seattle and across the Pacific Northwest, this recruiting surge injects fresh optimism into a program that recently underwent significant changes. After a strong 2023 campaign and a transition in leadership, the Huskies now appear poised to reassert themselves as a national contender.
Stay tuned—Washington’s rise may just be getting started.