BYU Cougars
· 2026-06-23
BYU Cougars secured commitments from two high school football players, Jaxson Rex and James Thorley, on Sunday.
The commitments were announced as part of the Cougars' 2027 recruiting class, with Rex choosing BYU over UCLA and other programs.
Jaxson Rex is an athlete from San Clemente, California, with a family legacy tied to the Cougars.
His uncle Byron played for the Cougars in the early '90s, and several cousins have played for the team in recent years.
The addition of Rex and Thorley strengthens the Cougars' recruiting class, with both players bringing unique skills to the team.
Thorley, a kicker/punter from Burke, Virginia, announced his pledge to the Cougars on social media.
The Cougars hosted several top targets in the Class of 2027 over the weekend, including committed prospects Jeremiah Williams, Moa Havili, and Tytan DeJong.
Uncommitted prospects Bode Sparrow, Uhila Wolfgramm, and Kamoni Adams also visited the campus.
According to Sports Illustrated's Casey Lundquist, the weekend was a significant recruiting event for the BYU football program.
The Cougars' 2027 recruiting class is taking shape, with Rex and Thorley joining a growing list of committed players.
BYU's recruiting efforts are ongoing, with the team looking to build a strong foundation for the upcoming season.
The commitments from Rex and Thorley are a positive step forward for the Cougars, who are working to bolster their roster.