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Four-star CB Jailen Hill Commits to Nebraska

6/17/2026

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Hill Commits Nebraska

Jailen Hill, a four-star cornerback, committed to Nebraska for the 2027 class.
He is ranked No. 32 by Rivals and No. 45 by 247Sports.
Hill chose Nebraska over Indiana, Washington, USC and Notre Dame after campus visits on March 7 and June 5.
His pledge adds a fourth four-star defensive back, brings Nebraska’s class to 19 recruits, and marks the program’s first California commitment, secured by coach Addison Williams.

Summary

Hill Chooses Nebraska

Nebraska signed Hill, beating defending national champion LSU for a top-rated defensive back.
A flight problem delayed his scheduled June 5-7 official visit, pushing his public commitment to June 16.
He fielded more than 20 offers from programs such as Alabama, Arizona, Auburn and Texas.
He made four trips to Lincoln, including a summer visit for the Hudl Futures Forum.

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Historical Context

In 2027 Nebraska landed four-star cornerback Jailen Hill from California, its first recruit from the state, beating defending champion LSU. The move echoes Nebraska’s long-standing recruiting power built on five national titles—including the perfect 13-0 1997 season under Tom Osborne—and a 35-year bowl-appearance streak. Those traditions help the program seek national relevance today.

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Hill Commits Nebraska

Jailen Hill, a four-star cornerback, committed to Nebraska for the 2027 class.
He is ranked No. 32 by Rivals and No. 45 by 247Sports.
Hill chose Nebraska over Indiana, Washington, USC and Notre Dame after campus visits on March 7 and June 5.
His pledge adds a fourth four-star defensive back, brings Nebraska’s class to 19 recruits, and marks the program’s first California commitment, secured by coach Addison Williams.

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