Kentucky Football lands 4-star QB Jake Nawrot

Nawrot is a top-40 prospect in the class of 2027.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:18pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a football quarterback's throwing motion broken down into overlapping geometric shapes in shades of blue and white, representing the dynamic potential of Kentucky's new recruit.Kentucky's new 4-star QB recruit Jake Nawrot brings a dynamic skill set that will shape the Wildcats' future offense.Lexington Today

Kentucky Football has added a major piece to its future, landing a commitment from class of 2027 4-star quarterback Jake Nawrot. The 6-4, 200-pound signal-caller out of Illinois made his commitment on Sunday after building momentum with the Wildcats throughout the spring, including a visit to Lexington in mid-March.

Why it matters

This commitment continues Kentucky's strong push in the 2027 recruiting class, particularly at the quarterback position. Nawrot gives the Wildcats a cornerstone piece to build around for the future.

The details

Nawrot had been one of Kentucky's top quarterback targets in the 2027 class, with the coaching staff making him a clear priority early in the recruiting cycle. His size, arm talent, and field vision make him an ideal fit for head coach Will Stein and offensive coordinator Joe Sloan's system. Nawrot is currently ranked as high as 32nd nationally and No. 2 among quarterbacks by Rivals, putting him on the cusp of 5-star status. The Wildcats beat out strong competition from programs like Oregon and Iowa.

  • Nawrot made his commitment on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
  • Nawrot visited Lexington in mid-March 2026.

The players

Jake Nawrot

A 6-4, 200-pound 4-star quarterback in the class of 2027 from Illinois.

Will Stein

The head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats football team.

Joe Sloan

The offensive coordinator for the Kentucky Wildcats football team.

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What’s next

Nawrot will look to continue developing his skills and build on his 4-star ranking as he prepares to join the Kentucky program in 2027.

The takeaway

Kentucky has landed a top-tier quarterback prospect in Jake Nawrot, solidifying their future at the position and continuing their strong recruiting momentum in the 2027 class.