DaJohn Yarborough, a four‑star offensive lineman from Basha High School in Arizona, announced his commitment to the California Golden Bears on Tuesday, choosing the Pac‑12 program over a handful of suitors that included the Washington Huskies, Florida State, Mississippi State and the University of Washington.
A Prospect Built for the Next Level
Standing at 6‑foot‑5 and weighing roughly 340 pounds, Yarborough combines size with surprising agility, traits that have made him a coveted interior lineman in the 247Sports Composite rankings, where he sits at No. 426 overall and No. 25 among interior offensive linemen nationwide.
His junior season was cut short by a fractured ankle, but the injury has done little to dampen the enthusiasm of college coaches. Both Tosh Lupoi and Michael Switzer, who have been tracking the prospect for months, praised his smooth pass‑protection technique and balanced weight distribution, noting that his physicality translates well to the college game.
Yarborough’s decision marks a significant loss for Washington’s 2027 recruiting class, which now includes three additional offensive linemen — Gecova Doyal, Reis Russell and Tye Kennedy — but also underscores the competitive nature of modern college football recruiting.
With the potential to develop into an early contributor and, if coached properly, a future NFL prospect, Yarborough’s commitment adds a new chapter to California’s offensive line narrative and will be watched closely by analysts as the Bears aim to climb back into the upper tier of the conference.