Washington football commit ranked among top 10 WRs in 2027 class

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Even though a shoulder injury will keep him off the field for his senior season, four-star Washington Huskies wide receiver commit Braylon Pope is still considered among the nation's best prospects in the 2027 class.

In the latest update of the Rivals300, the 6-foot-3, 190-pound product of in-state Sumner High School remained among the nation's elite prospects, as the recruiting site ranked Pope as the No. 53 overall prospect and No. 6 wide receiver.

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Pope was the first player to pledge himself to Washington's 2027 class after pulling in 52 receptions for 869 yards and 12 touchdowns during his junior season, while showcasing a skill set that fits perfectly on the outside of Jedd Fisch's offense.

"Smooth, coordinated pass-catcher with one of the more complete skill sets among outside wide receiver prospects in the 2027 cycle," Rivals' Charles Power wrote in his evaluation. "Has projectable size, measuring in at over 6-foot-2 and around 190 pounds prior to his junior season. A fluid athlete with natural movement patterns. One of the better athletes among bigger wide receiver prospects in the cycle. Projects as a plus route runner. Flashes a quality release package and can stack defensive backs off the line of scrimmage. Able to create separation with his change of direction and can take the top off on vertical routes with his long speed."

"A quality ball tracker and shows the ability to win in contested catch situations. A red zone target on jump balls and back shoulder throws for his high school team. Has good YAC ability and doubles as a dangerous return man, taking several kicks to the house as a junior. Finished his junior season with 55 catches for 869 yards and 12 touchdowns. Improved his track times as a junior, running an impressive 10.75 mark in the 100 meters. Does not play the strongest competition and can continue to get stronger at the catch point, along with adding to his route tree. Has a highly projectable skill set given the combination of size, speed, and coordination. Could end up as one of the top wide receivers in the cycle and as an early-round draft pick with continued development."

Pope is one of two receivers ranked inside the Rivals300 update alongside four-star Tre Moore, who is sitting at No. 218 overall and as the No. 33 player at his position.

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