Wisconsin star cornerback comments on Hardy Watts commitment

Wisconsin star cornerback Ricardo Hallman praised UW’s Class of 2025 following Hardy Watts’ commitment on Monday via social media.

Like other Badgers fans, Hallman offered his endorsement after Wisconsin picked up its 22nd commitment of the 2025 cycle, enough to propel them to No. 15 in the country (247Sports).

Massachusetts’ No. 1 player in his class chose UW over fellow finalists Michigan and Clemson following a recent Crystal Ball prediction on Saturday. Even before his commitment, Luke Fickell’s Class of 2025 had already turned heads after an impressive class of the 2024 cycle.

The four-star is also 247Sports’ No. 222 player in the class of 2025 and the No. 12 interior offensive lineman. Of note, UW also received pledges from four-star linebacker Mason Posa, four-star OT Logan Powell and three-star wide receiver Eugene Hilton Jr.

In terms of Hallman’s turf, UW has secured 2025 commitments from safety Grant Dean, safety Remington Moss and cornerback Jaimier Scott.

Hallman, who will captain Wisconsin’s secondary alongside safety Hunter Wholer, enters the 2024 season fresh off an AP Third Team All-American and All-Big Ten selection. His seven interceptions were tied for the most among NCAA Division I athletes.

Wisconsin’s starting defensive backfield also includes safety Kamo’i Latu, cornerback/safety hybrid Austin Brown and cornerbacks Nyzier Fourqurean and underrated transfer RJ Delancy.

The story originally appeared on Badgers Wire