Montana Grizzlies Secure First 3-Star Recruit for 2027 Class

Helena Capital wide receiver Drew Almquist joins head coach Bobby Kennedy's inaugural recruiting haul.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 3:35am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a football player in motion, broken down into sharp geometric shapes in the colors of the University of Montana Grizzlies, conceptually representing the program's rebuilding efforts.An artistic rendering of a Montana Grizzlies football player captures the program's momentum in securing an early commitment from a top in-state recruit.Helena Today

The University of Montana Grizzlies football program has secured its first commitment for the Class of 2027, landing a pledge from 3-star wide receiver Drew Almquist out of Helena Capital High School. Almquist is the sixth known commit in head coach Bobby Kennedy's first recruiting class since taking over the program.

Why it matters

The Grizzlies are looking to rebuild after a down season, and securing early commitments from top in-state talent like Almquist is crucial to restocking the roster. As a 3-star prospect, Almquist represents an important early building block for the future of the program.

The details

Almquist, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound wide receiver, is considered one of the top high school players in the state of Montana. He had offers from several Big Sky Conference programs before ultimately deciding to stay home and play for the Grizzlies.

  • Almquist verbally committed to Montana on April 3, 2026.

The players

Drew Almquist

A 3-star wide receiver prospect from Helena Capital High School in Montana who has committed to play for the University of Montana Grizzlies starting in 2027.

Bobby Kennedy

The head football coach of the University of Montana Grizzlies, who is in the process of rebuilding the program with his first recruiting class.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to have Drew join our program. He's a talented player who will be a great fit for what we're building here at Montana.”

— Bobby Kennedy, Head Football Coach, University of Montana

What’s next

Almquist will continue his high school career at Helena Capital before officially signing with Montana during the early signing period in December 2026.

The takeaway

The Grizzlies' early commitment from in-state 3-star recruit Drew Almquist signals a promising start to head coach Bobby Kennedy's efforts to rebuild the program through strategic recruiting of local talent.