Dextavion Reese trades baseball for football stardom, pledges to Rutgers
Once a promising baseball outfielder, Dextavion Reese has pivoted to football, secured a scholarship from Rutgers, and is set to benefit from a near‑six‑figure NIL deal.
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Once a promising baseball outfielder, Dextavion Reese has pivoted to football, secured a scholarship from Rutgers, and is set to benefit from a near‑six‑figure NIL deal.
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Dallas Ward, a defensive end from McIntosh High School in Georgia, announced his pledge to Rutgers University’s 2027 recruiting class, choosing the Scarlet Knights over Michigan State and Minnesota. His commitment marks the second Georgia prospect in the class and underscores the expanding southern footprint of Rutgers under coach Greg Schiano, highlighted by the influence of new defensive line coach Dennis Dottin‑Carter.

Rutgers University announced five new commitments to its 2027 football recruiting class, including standout prospects from Pennsylvania, Georgia, New York, South Carolina and a flip from UCF. The class now ranks No. 26 nationally, underscoring the Scarlet Knights’ growing appeal.

Dextavion Reese, a 6‑foot‑4 safety from Hephzibah High School in Georgia, pledged to Rutgers University, selecting the Scarlet Knights over Georgia Tech, South Florida, Connecticut and Coastal Carolina, among others.

After an official visit to Rutgers, Dextavion Reese, a 6‑foot‑4 safety from Hephzibah High School, announced his commitment, bringing length and versatility to the Scarlet Knights’ defense.