Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies secured a major in-state win as David Schwerzel’s wild recruitment saga, after commitments to both Stanford and UCLA, ended with his signing. Can Schwerzel’s versatile skill set make him a high-upside option for Washington's defensive line?

Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff breaks down the implications of this dramatic commitment, alongside the possible addition of 3-star Florida Gators tight end commit Kekua Aumua. The episode spotlights Schwerzel’s path from O’Dea High School, exploring the NIL arms race between UCLA and Washington, and why a redshirt year could set him up for Big Ten success. Key topics include the Huskies’ robust defensive line class, the strategic value of in-state recruiting, and how Fisch’s shift in player development improves depth. Insightful analysis covers Washington’s evolving run game, injury challenges at tight end, and the local recruiting momentum with players like Sione Kaho, Tevita Nonu, Gecova Doyal, and Braylon Pope, heading into 2027.

Will Washington’s homegrown talent fuel a new era of Big Ten dominance?

00:00 – Intro
01:33 – Timeline and twists in David Schwerzel’s recruitment
04:15 – Washington’s development plan for Schwerzel
11:32 – Three-star TE Kekua Aumua gets Washington crystal ball

17:00 – TE versatility in Jedd Fisch's offense
19:53 – Importance of local players and Washington’s in-state recruiting

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