News Summary
The UCLA Bruins have successfully added three-star wide receiver Xavier Warren from Georgetown High School to their 2026 recruiting class. Warren’s commitment brings the Bruins’ total to 19, with June proving to be a crucial month for the program, yielding 14 commitments. After considering several programs, UCLA’s compelling offer outweighed other options, including Michigan State. With recent additions, UCLA has climbed to No. 9 in national recruiting rankings, reflecting the coaching staff’s focus on attracting top high school talent for a competitive future.
Los Angeles – The UCLA Bruins have strengthened their recruiting class for 2026 with the commitment of three-star wide receiver Xavier Warren from Georgetown High School in Texas. This recent addition brings the total number of commitments for the Bruins to 19, marking a successful month for the program as they wrap up the official visit season.
June has proven to be a pivotal month for the Bruins, who have garnered 14 commitments since the beginning of the month. Warren officially visited several programs, including Oklahoma State, Arkansas, Michigan State, and UCLA, before deciding to join the Bruins. While Michigan State was previously considered the frontrunner for Warren’s commitment, UCLA made a compelling case that swayed his decision in their favor.
Warren was among the remaining top targets on UCLA’s recruiting board. Notably, the Bruins recently missed out on another promising wide receiver, Vance Spafford, who committed to the Miami Hurricanes after previously being pledged to the Georgia Bulldogs. However, the addition of Warren has bolstered UCLA’s efforts in attracting quality recruits to its program.
As of now, UCLA stands at No. 9 in the national team recruiting rankings, a significant improvement compared to past recruiting cycles when the Bruins finished ranked between No. 7 and No. 20 from 2012 to 2017. The current coaching staff, led by DeShaun Foster, is emphasizing the recruitment of high school talent, which has shown positive results with the recent influx of commitments.
Additionally, the Bruins have secured commitments from four-star offensive linemen Micah Smith and Johnnie Jones, which has contributed to their rising ranking. Another recent commitment from defensive lineman David Schwerzel has further bolstered UCLA’s status in the recruiting landscape.
Warren’s commitment is seen as part of a larger strategic vision under Foster’s leadership, which has focused on cultivating a vibrant program culture that resonates with prospects. The coaching staff has garnered excitement among potential recruits, setting the stage for a highly competitive recruiting class.
Looking ahead, UCLA is expected to continue its recruitment efforts, with another prospect, Oscar Rios, announcing his commitment decision later in June. Rios is considering UCLA alongside Arizona, which could further enhance the Bruins’ recruiting class as they move closer to their goal of assembling around 25 players for the 2026 class.
The recent successes in recruiting are indicative of UCLA’s focused approach, promising an optimistic future for the football program and its aspirations to build a formidable roster. With the latest commitments, the Bruins are planting the seeds for both immediate impact and long-term success on the field.
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- SI: Xavier Warren Commits to UCLA
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- Google News: UCLA Football News
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