NFL News NFL News, Reports and Updates
UCF added another piece to its 2026 recruiting class with the verbal commitment of Olympia High safety Ja’Cari Jackson on Sunday.
Jackson, a two-way star for the Titans, announced after receiving an offer this week from the Knights’ coaching staff.
The 6-foot, 190-pound standout plays receiver and quarterback as well as lining up at safety and nickel.
He becomes the sixth commitment to UCF’s 2026 recruiting class and the third player to pledge to the Knights over the past two weeks. He joins receiver Tyren Wortham (Booker High), offensive lineman Kasiyah Charlton (Brunswick, Ga., High) and cornerback Elijah Keys (Fletcher High).
UCF’s open practice gives family, friends and fans an early look at Knights
They join a group that includes linebackers Kymani Morales (American Heritage) and Michael McClenton (Ocoee).
Recruiting Central Florida and in-state has been a big focus of Scott Frost and his new coaching staff, even during his previous stint in 2016-17.
Before Jackson’s commitment, UCF’s class was ranked No. 45, according to 247Sports’ composite rankings.
All verbal commitments are non-binding but can become official during the early signing period in December.
Matt Murschel can be reached at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com
Originally Published: April 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM EDT
Source link : https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/04/06/ucf-knights-big-12-ncaa-football-high-school-recruiting-jacari-jackson/
Author :
Publish date : 2025-04-06 22:00:00
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
