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Pitt, WPIAL Football Programs Ramp Up Recruiting Efforts
Latest offers, visits, and commitments from top high school prospects
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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As high school football recruiting continues, Pitt and other WPIAL programs are extending offers and hosting official visits from some of the top prospects in the 2027 and 2028 classes. This includes 4-star safety Tristin Hughes from Ohio, 4-star wide receivers Khalil Taylor and Javien Robinson from the WPIAL, and 4-star athlete Aroson Randle Jr. from North Carolina.
Why it matters
Strong recruiting classes are crucial for Pitt and other WPIAL programs to remain competitive and build for the future. Landing top talent from Ohio, North Carolina, and the local WPIAL region will be key to their success.
The details
Pitt has extended offers to several high-profile prospects, including 2027 4-star safety Tristin Hughes from Ohio, who is currently committed to Syracuse. The Panthers have also offered 2027 4-star athlete Aroson Randle Jr. from North Carolina, who holds numerous other Power 5 offers. Meanwhile, two WPIAL standouts - Pine-Richland 4-star WR Khalil Taylor and McKeesport 4-star WR Javien Robinson - have announced official visits to Syracuse in June. Additionally, 2028 athlete Elijah Hickman from Seton LaSalle has picked up an offer from Buffalo.
- Khalil Taylor's official visit to Syracuse is scheduled for June 19-21, 2026.
- Javien Robinson's official visit to Syracuse is scheduled for June 12-14, 2026.
The players
Tristin Hughes
A 2027 4-star safety prospect from Rocky River, Ohio who is currently committed to Syracuse but has received an offer from Pitt.
Aroson Randle Jr.
A 2027 4-star athlete prospect from Garner, North Carolina who has received an offer from Pitt.
Khalil Taylor
A 2027 4-star wide receiver prospect from Pine-Richland High School in the WPIAL who has announced an official visit to Syracuse.
Javien Robinson
A 2027 4-star wide receiver prospect from McKeesport High School in the WPIAL who has announced an official visit to Syracuse.
Elijah Hickman
A 2028 athlete prospect from Seton LaSalle High School in the WPIAL who has received an offer from Buffalo.
The takeaway
Pitt and other WPIAL programs are aggressively recruiting top talent from Ohio, North Carolina, and the local region as they look to build championship-caliber rosters for the future. Landing commitments from elite prospects like Tristin Hughes, Aroson Randle Jr., Khalil Taylor, and Javien Robinson would be a major boost for these programs.
