4-Star Michigan LB Commits to Clemson

Bryce Kish, a top in-state target for Michigan State, pledges to ACC school after visit

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Bryce Kish, a highly-rated 4-star linebacker prospect from Howell, Michigan, has committed to Clemson University after an unofficial visit to the ACC school. Kish was considered a priority recruit for Michigan State, who were expected to host him for an official visit in June.

Why it matters

Kish's commitment to Clemson is a blow to Michigan State's in-state recruiting efforts, as he was one of their top targets in the 2027 class. The Spartans were hoping to keep the talented linebacker prospect in-state, but were unable to secure his pledge before he decided on Clemson following his campus visit.

The details

Kish is ranked as the No. 5 linebacker and No. 2 player from Michigan in the 2027 recruiting class. He holds a 95.72 rating in the 247Sports composite system and is the No. 92 overall prospect nationally. Michigan State was considered one of the top contenders for Kish's commitment, but he decided to commit to Clemson during his unofficial visit to the ACC program.

  • Kish announced his verbal commitment to Clemson on Sunday, March 9, 2026.
  • Kish was expected to take an official visit to Michigan State in June 2026.

The players

Bryce Kish

A 4-star linebacker prospect from Howell, Michigan who is ranked as the No. 5 linebacker and No. 2 player from Michigan in the 2027 recruiting class.

Clemson University

An ACC school that secured a commitment from Kish after he took an unofficial visit to the campus.

Michigan State University

The in-state school that was considered a top contender for Kish's commitment before he chose Clemson.

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What they’re saying

“Kish's commitment to Clemson on the spot during his visit was somewhat surprising to see this early in the recruiting cycle.”

— Robert Bondy, Author (yahoo.com)

What’s next

Kish is now only expected to take an official visit to Clemson in late May 2026. Michigan State will hope to still get him on campus for an official visit later in the year, but his commitment to the ACC program makes that an uphill battle.

The takeaway

Kish's decision to commit to Clemson is a significant recruiting win for the Tigers and a setback for Michigan State's in-state recruiting efforts. The Spartans will need to regroup and focus their attention on other top targets in the 2027 class as they look to rebuild their roster with top local talent.