Montana Grizzlies land fourth 2027 recruit

Kalispell Glacier wide receiver Cooper Pelc joins Bobby Kennedy's first class

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:02am

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The University of Montana Grizzlies football team has secured its fourth commitment for the 2027 recruiting class, with Kalispell Glacier wide receiver Cooper Pelc pledging to join head coach Bobby Kennedy's program.

Why it matters

The Grizzlies are looking to rebuild after a down season, and landing in-state talent like Pelc is crucial to restoring the program to its former success. Keeping top Montana high school players home is a priority for Kennedy in his first recruiting cycle.

The details

Pelc, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound wide receiver, is considered one of the top prospects in Montana's 2027 class. He caught 65 passes for 1,132 yards and 14 touchdowns as a junior, helping lead Glacier to the state semifinals. Pelc chose Montana over offers from Montana State, Wyoming, and North Dakota State.

  • Pelc committed to the Grizzlies on March 27, 2026.

The players

Cooper Pelc

A 6-foot-2, 195-pound wide receiver from Kalispell Glacier High School in Montana, considered one of the top prospects in the state's 2027 recruiting class.

Bobby Kennedy

The head football coach of the University of Montana Grizzlies, in his first recruiting cycle with the program.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to stay home and be a part of rebuilding the Grizzlies. Coach Kennedy has a great vision for the program, and I can't wait to get to work.”

— Cooper Pelc

What’s next

Pelc will sign his National Letter of Intent in February 2027 and enroll at Montana that summer to begin his college career.

The takeaway

The Grizzlies' ability to keep top in-state talent like Pelc home will be crucial to their efforts to rebuild the program under new head coach Bobby Kennedy.